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The papers include:\n         Bible records for the children of \n          John Humber and \n          Elizabeth Humber , the \n          Cox family , and the \n          Lacy family ; a poem, \"The Late Fire in \n          Charlottesville, Virginia \"; a \n          Knights of Pythias Certificate belonging\n         to \n          Lewis H. 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The \"Contents List\" groups like materials together into series.","The guide to the Bigler-Sessler-John Family Papers by Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, is licensed under a CC0 ( https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/public-domain/cc0/ ).","The processing, arrangement, and description of the Bigler-Sessler-John Family Papers was completed in October 2013.","The collection contains correspondence, legal documents, and accounting receipts and records relating to the Bigler, Sessler, and John families who were connected to each other through marriage and resided predominantly  in rural Southwest Virginia. The collection contains a varied array of documents including a math workbook from 1803, which belonged to Mark E. Sessler; a share cropping agreement between John Patterson and George Odewait from 1820; and a letter from Priscilla R. John to \"Moll,\" which gives a very detailed description of revival and prayer meeting in Montgomery Co. in 1859. The documents in this collection provide insight into several facets of daily life in Southwest Virginia from the mid eighteenth century through the early twentieth century through the perspectives of members of the Bigler, Sessler, and John families.","The copyright status of this collection is unknown. Copyright restrictions may apply. Contact Special Collections and University Archives for assistance in determining the use of these materials. Reproduction or digitization of materials for personal or research use can be requested using our reproduction/digitization form:  http://bit.ly/scuareproduction . Reproduction or digitization of materials for publication or exhibit use can be requested using our publication/exhibition form:  http://bit.ly/scuapublication . Please contact Special Collections and University Archives (specref@vt.edu or 540-231-6308) if you need assistance with forms or to submit a completed form.","The collection contains correspondence, legal documents, and accounting receipts and records relating to the Bigler, Sessler, and John families of southwest Virginia.","Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech","John family","Bigler family","Sessler family","The materials in the collection are in English."],"unitid_tesim":["Ms.1993.011"],"normalized_title_ssm":["Bigler-Sessler-John Family Papers"],"collection_title_tesim":["Bigler-Sessler-John Family Papers"],"collection_ssim":["Bigler-Sessler-John Family Papers"],"repository_ssm":["Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University"],"repository_ssim":["Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University"],"geogname_ssm":["Virginia, Southwest"],"geogname_ssim":["Virginia, Southwest"],"creator_ssm":["John family","Bigler family","Sessler family"],"creator_ssim":["John family","Bigler family","Sessler family"],"creator_famname_ssim":["John family","Bigler family","Sessler family"],"creators_ssim":["John family","Bigler family","Sessler family"],"places_ssim":["Virginia, Southwest"],"access_terms_ssm":["The copyright status of this collection is unknown. 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The collection contains a varied array of documents including a math workbook from 1803, which belonged to Mark E. Sessler; a share cropping agreement between John Patterson and George Odewait from 1820; and a letter from Priscilla R. John to \"Moll,\" which gives a very detailed description of revival and prayer meeting in Montgomery Co. in 1859. The documents in this collection provide insight into several facets of daily life in Southwest Virginia from the mid eighteenth century through the early twentieth century through the perspectives of members of the Bigler, Sessler, and John families.\u003c/p\u003e"],"scopecontent_heading_ssm":["Scope and Contents"],"scopecontent_tesim":["The collection contains correspondence, legal documents, and accounting receipts and records relating to the Bigler, Sessler, and John families who were connected to each other through marriage and resided predominantly  in rural Southwest Virginia. The collection contains a varied array of documents including a math workbook from 1803, which belonged to Mark E. Sessler; a share cropping agreement between John Patterson and George Odewait from 1820; and a letter from Priscilla R. John to \"Moll,\" which gives a very detailed description of revival and prayer meeting in Montgomery Co. in 1859. The documents in this collection provide insight into several facets of daily life in Southwest Virginia from the mid eighteenth century through the early twentieth century through the perspectives of members of the Bigler, Sessler, and John families."],"userestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThe copyright status of this collection is unknown. Copyright restrictions may apply. Contact Special Collections and University Archives for assistance in determining the use of these materials. 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Reproduction or digitization of materials for personal or research use can be requested using our reproduction/digitization form:  http://bit.ly/scuareproduction . Reproduction or digitization of materials for publication or exhibit use can be requested using our publication/exhibition form:  http://bit.ly/scuapublication . 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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.","Papers of George Washington - Reel#6","The collection is divided into four series: From George Washington; To George Washington; Ledgers and Bound Manuscripts; and Oversized.  Each series is arranged in chronological order by date.","George Washington's field book, April 14, 1750","Christie's New York, 28 November 1983, lot 328.","Christie's New York, 28 November 1983, lot 328.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.035a and 1971.01.035b","Previously auctioned at Christie's New York, 2004, lot 458.","This document was unmatted and conserved, returned on 10/12/2023.","This document was unmatted and conserved, returned on 10/12/2023.","Original Location: From GW Box 3","Original Location, From GW Box 3","Original location, From GW Box 3","[RM-1079; MS-5722]; [RM-988; MS-5605]; [RM-1114; MS-5797]","Conserved November/December 2005 by the Conservation Center for Art and Historic Artifacts (Philadelphia, PA) - Surfaced cleaned, reduced discoloration and acidity, flattened, tears were mended and losses filled in with Japanese paper and wheat starch paste, and finally put together as a folio instead of folded into eight sections.","Original Location: To GW Box 12","This document was conserved by Frank Mowery of the Folger Shakespeare Library on January 11, 2009.  He described the document's condition, \"This document was split into three pieces, with numerous tears at folds and along edges, with a few areas of loss at the corners and along the left margin and at the corners of folds.\"  Mr. Mowery described his treatment, \"The document was bathed in an ethanol and water bath to remove soluble acids.  It was then extensively mended and the losses were filled with specially toned Japanese paper, adhered with zin shofu wheat starch paste.  Mends were on the verso and were toned with pastel.  It was deacidified and encapsulated in Mylar.\"  For photographs of the document before and after this treatment see the object file.","[London] : Thos. Jefferys, 1755","Initially paired with 'Survey, William Mullin, 1751 April 12' [2022-SC-018-002] as part of 1 complete survey.","Initially paired with 'Survey, Benjamin Rutherford, 1751 April 9' [2022-SC-018-001] as part of 1 complete survey.","Two copies of each John Trumbull print discussed in this letter are in the Mount Vernon Fine and Decorative Art Colletion.","Housed with two letters: Bushrod Washington to George Corbin Washington, 1825 December 24; George Corbin Washington to C. Hughes, 1825, December 23","Stored with George Washington's diary, 1797.","Letter found in George Washington's diary for year 1797. Housed in diary enclosure.","Included in: The Papers of George Washington, Revolutionary War Series, vol. 8. (Charlottesville: University Press of Virginia, 1998) page 556. There titled \"Circular to the Colonels of Various Continental Regiments.\"","Survey is apparently identical to W-179 which may be a letterpress copy of MS-4480.","LC Maps of North America, 1750-1789, 797.","This collection contains letters to and from George Washington that have been aquired by the MVLA since 1858.  For more information, see content note for individal items.   The collection grows organically as new items are acquired.","Clerical copy of a deed for 1000 acres of land along the south bank of the Potomac River, Westmoreland County (the area became Fairfax County in 1742), Virginia, granted to Giles Brent, Junior. George Washington purchased the tract of land in 1760 and at that time may have acquired and annotated this copy of the 1654 deed. On the verso of the document George Washington's inscription reads, \"1 copy, Richard Bennett, esq., grant to Giles Brent for 1000 acs. of Ld. 6th September 1654.\"","George Washington drafted this survey for James Hamilton in 1749.  Signed \"Washington, SCC\" (for Surveyor of Culpeper County), this survey details 350 acres on the border of Augusta County, Virginia, along the Cacapehon (Cacapon) or Lost River.","Signed \"Washington, SCC\" (for Surveyor of Culpeper County), this survey details 400 acres of Augusta County, Virginia, along the Cacapehon (Cacapon) or Lost River.  The left section of the document's text has been lost, but a masterfully drafted plat and a scale of poles are intact on the right side of the page.","Henry Trenn binds himself to pay £50 unless he \"make or cause to be made unto the above sd. Lawrence Washington ... a Lease for the Term of nine hundred ninety \u0026 nine Years of all the Land which is at this present overflowed by the sd. Washington Mill Dam included within the sd. Trenn Bounds on Dogue Runn ...\"","Signed \"Washington, SCC\" (for Surveyor of Culpeper County), this survey details 400 acres of Frederick County along the North River.  These lands originally belonged to George Nixon who assigned them to David Wood, on behalf of Daniel Wood.  The latter assigned the lands to Dr. James Craik, George Washington's friend and physician, and Philip Bush in 1771.  Washington recorded the survey in his field book on April 14, 1750, but may have incorrectly dated the finished document which reads June 14, 1750.  It is one of 49 he completed within a month beginning on March 30, 1750.  ","Chainman John Lonem is also named on the survey.  Washington frequently worked with Lonem, who was known as a reliable and speedy worker.","Land survey for 730 acres in Frederick County, VA, by George Washington for John Grub. Autograph document signed, 2 pages.","Plat of 360 acres, with prose description of measurements on adjacent leaf.","Plat map--Long Marsh Run 633 acres.","Land survey with 2 plat maps by George Washington for Gersham Keyes, detailing two tracts of land on Evitts Run in Frederick County, VA. One tract contained 109 acres and one 100 acres, which was part of a land parcel granted to Lawrence Washington, George Washington's half-brother. Three additional names listed of those who assisted with the survey - Robert Worthington, Michael Sweim (chainmen -'C.C.') and William Davis (marker - 'Mr.'). The first two lines at the upper left, not in Washington's writing, describe conveyance 'by deeds from Mr. Lawrence Washington to Keyes' with an added date of August 14, 1751. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Partial land survey, missing plat, by George Washington for Benjamin Rutherford, concerning 292 acres between the head of the South Fork of Bullskin Run and Opequon Creek in Frederick County, VA (now Jefferson County, West Virginia). Two additional people are listed in the document: James McCarmick and John Ramsey (C.C.- chainmen). Benjamin Rutherford assisted with the survey as the marker 'Mr.' Docket indicates that this land was later granted to George Hyatt. Autograph document signed, 2 pages.","Partial land survey, plat map only, by George Washington for William Mullin concerning 247 acres on Mill Branch, a branch of the Cacapon River in Frederick County, VA (now Jefferson County, West Virginia). Docket indicates that this land was later granted to Thomas Hollowell. Autograph document, 2 pages.","A survey of 269 acres made for the tract's future owner, William Nayler. The land on the Cacapon River which is now the NW border of West Virginia and Virginia","Washington wrote this letter to Lieutenant-Governor Dinwiddie as he prepared for his first military appointment, an expedition with 160 soldiers to the forks of the Allegheny, Ohio and Monongahela Rivers. He requested supplies, uniforms, clarification of pay for troops, and offered his personal observations of Native Americans.","This document divides Lawrence Lewis' slaves between Col. George Lee and the brothers of Lawrence Washington. It is signed by GW, George Lee, Ann Lee, and Aug. Washington. Witnessed by William Fairfax, George William Fairfax, Robert Merrie, John Dalton, Thomas Plummer, John Tuberville, John Carlyle, Sarah Carlyle, and Bryan Fairfax.","Washington wrote to Smith and provided a list of subscribers, including himself, to the American Magazine and Monthly Chronicle for the British Colonies.","Documents detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.","George Washington wrote this letter to George William Fairfax to inform him of Major Grant's unfortunate expedition to Fort Duquesne. Washington describes the circumstances of the attack, the significant number of men and officers killed, and concludes: \"It is with infinite pleasure I tell you that the Virginians, Officers and Men, distinguished themselves in the most eminent manner - that the General has Complimented me publickly on their good behaviour, and that every Mouth resounds their Praises. The Highlanders and them are become one People, shaking each other by the hand wherever they meet tho. perfect stranger's.\"","Expects to be up [to Mount Vernon] tomorrow -- Miles sent to get key from Col. Fairfax -- Alton to get house in order, make fires in lower rooms and air them -- two bedsteads put up, one in hall room, one in little dining room -- get out chairs and tables and clean and rub them and stair case -- find eggs and chickens and \"prepare in the best manner you can for our coming.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Given to Mr. [ ] Clemson - January 24th 1832 at Mount Vernon by Mrs. Jane Washington supposed to have been written soon after his marriage and Braddocks defeat.\"","Court decrees that Sale of William Clifton's lands to Thomas Colville and George Johnston to be put aside, and lands are to be sold at public auction to pay off his just debts to Charles Carroll and other defendants. Washington G.W. bought this land at auction, and it became his River farm.","Autograph letter signed. Washington writes to his brother-in-law Burwell Bassett. The letter was carried to Fredericksburg from Mount Vernon by Miles Richardson, who had been one of Washington's batmen in the Virginia Regiment during Forbes' Campaign of 1758. Richardson was hired by Washington, most likely as a valet, from January 1, 1759 – May 10, 1759.","Written within the first year of Washingotn's marriage to Martha Dandridge Custis, the letter mentions visiting John Mercer to sort through papers related to the estate of Martha's late husband Daniel Parke Custis. Washington writes that he will bring Martha with him on the visit in case she is needed to answer any lingering questions about the Custis estate.","Washington also asks Bassett to procure a horse brand for George William Fairfax from James Danworth and to purchase canary seed for Martha's birds. This is the earliest known reference to pets at Mount Vernon.","Sending an envoy to pick up a Chestnut mare which Colonel Bassett has purchased. Urges him to visit at Mount Vernon.","List of sundry goods ordered by George Washington consisting of a variety of items inlcuding furniture, textiles, clothing, food, and tools. Many of these purchases are related to Martha Washington and her two children, John Parke Custis and Martha (Patsy) Custis, due to the Washingtons' recent marriage.","\"I endeavourd to find out the true bounds of my Mount Vernon Tract of Land - but not knowing where it divided from Spencer's part of the River, nor being able to find harrison cornr Ash mentiond in his Deed to stand on the River side at the Mouth the Blind Pocoson - I began at two Ash trees and Elm ...\"","Weekly reports of work done by carpenters, with prices charged on most \u0026 for whom work was done--also account of breeding mares (?) and acct. of staves, tools, nails, leather, etc. loaned or given out--acct. of days of work done by John Askew, list of things needing to be repaired by carpenters--quantity of cider, brandy \u0026 peach mobey in each still--\"An Account taken of the Days which John Askew missed working for Collo. Washington in the Six Months pr. agreement which says is to be made up by the said Askew ...\"--Brandy delivered to Thomas Nichols.","The letter deals with Washington's negotiations for the River Farm, then called Clifton's Neck. Clifton has sold land to Mr. [Thomson] Mason for a greater price after promising to sell it to him first--was told that Clifton had no clear title to land--nothing in writing, but terms agreed on--George Washington thinks only equitable way is to put up land for public auction, so all disputants will have equal chance to purchase it.","Land document written and signed by George Washington regarding his ownership of Mount Vernon. This document was the final rent payment before George Washington full inherited the property.","Reports the sale on behalf of the Commissioners, G. Fairfax, G. Washington \u0026 Chas. Green of the Clifton tract to George Washington at auction for L1210.","Notice of the sale of the Clifton Land [River Farm] to [George] Washington","Statement of cash and bills paid and in hand as a result of Court order in Chancerty pursuant to suit of Clifton vs. Carroll and others.","George Washington writes to Robert Cary and Company, British creditors, about the severe drought and therefore the inability to grow tobacco and grain this season. George Washington also shows frustration with the time it takes to receive supplies from Great Britain and to ship his crops to them.","Mountain road lottery ticket","Moutain Road ticket","12 month ticket signed by George Washington as an official of the lottery. Tickets were sold to raise money to open roads from Virginia West to help in the settlement of the West.","Engraved ticket, signed by George Washington as an official of the lottery. Purpose of the lottery was to raise money for Virginia to build roads to the western part of Virginia, thus opening up tracts of land further west for development.","Engraved ticket, signed by George Washington as an official of the lottery. Purpose of the lottery was to raise money for Virginia to build roads to the western part of Virginia, thus opening up tracts of land further west for development.","Engraved ticket, signed by George Washington as an official of the lottery. Purpose of the lottery was to raise money for Virginia to build roads to the western part of Virginia, thus opening up tracts of land further west for development.","Engraved ticket, signed by George Washington as an official of the lottery. Purpose of the lottery was to raise money for Virginia to build roads to the western part of Virginia, thus opening up tracts of land further west for development.","Handwritten receipt for the purchase of a horse \"for the use of Master Custis.\"","\"Invoice of goods to be sent to Geo. Washington Potomack River, Virginia\"--items ranging from nails and curry combs, and almonds and raisons to lace, ribbon, silk, and a coat made up for a \"middle sized woman.\"","Sends [Latin] books to Master [John Parke] Custis, who forgot them--[Jacky's] illness (worms)] call Dr. Mercer if symptons return--how is the boy taking his unaccustomed absence from home:--does he need anything?--his bed and bedding--didn't mean for [Boucher] to give [Jacky] special indulgence or partiality, but feels he should have as little disapation and indulgence as is necessary to good health and spirits--he meant merely that if [Jacky] were kept under [Boucher's] eye he would benefit from [Boucher's] good examples--however, he realizes every parent's anxiety for child makes same request--so withdraws his request--[Boucher's] letter to Revd. Mr. Addison forwarded by Dr. Ramney","\"To the Revd. Mr. Baucher in St. Mary's parish Caroline City\".GW, doting stepfather, sends absentee excuse for Jackie Custis's late return to school after the holidays.","George Washington's land agreement with George Mason, dated April 21, 1769.  George Mason lived at Gunston Hall, which is located just below Mount Vernon on the Potomac River in Fairfax County.  Surveys inherited in Washington's day were often inaccurate and this land agreement settled a long-standing dispute concerning the boundary line that divided Mount Vernon from Mason's property.  This folio incorporates both a legal contract and the elements of a survey that Washington himself undertook in 1769 to settle the inaccurate western boundary of the lands between Dogue Creek and Little Hunting Creek. The one page document is written in a clerical hand and is endorsed with George Washington's signature.","A caring and involved father, George Washington wrote this letter to his stepson's tutor, the Reverend Jonathan Boucher. In it he instructs his ward's tutor to enroll John Parke Custis with a particular dancing master. Written from Mount Vernon on April 24, 1769, Washington states, \"In respect to the Dancing Gentry, I am glad to find you have such choice of them, …Newman...I have heard him well spoken of as a teacher in that Science… you will be so good therefore Sir to enter Mastr Custis with Mr. Newman for a year or otherwise, as he may form his School.\"","Financial ledger account written by George Washington and documenting transactions between Washington and John Posey, from October 1765 to June 1769. Includes a 1767 bond between Posey and George Mason with George Washington as security. As a result of the forfeiture of this bond, Washington acquired enslaved people as well as 'sundry stock, goods [and] chattels' from Posey. Hercules Posey was one of the enslaved people acquired through this transaction. Washington signs at the conclusion 'E. Excepted pr Go: Washington, Copy of an Acct given to Mr. Grayson, Sept'r 19th 1769'. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Plat \u0026 Memorandum of a survey made by George Washington for Capt. John Posey","Moneys expended and received on behalf of George Washington by [probably a manager or overseer].","Agreement for lease of 7 acres of land by John Posey to George Washington.","Letter from George Washington to Carter Braxton, Esq, and the trustees of Colonel Bernard Moore. Washington agrees to be answerable for the sum of £100 in order for Colonel Moore to purchase enslaved people, 'for the immediate support of his family'. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Receipt for 1 pound, 1 shilling paid by Edward McGuire for James Commack to defray the cost for a land survey for 200,000 acres allotted to the Virginia Regiment by Dinwiddie's Proclamation of 1754. Receipt text in another hand, signed by George Washington. Autograph document signed, small sheet.","William Carlin was a tailor in Alexandria. His account book is among our treasures and includes entries for clothes made for the Washington's, members of the Mount Vernon household, and other Virginia customers such as the Fairfax's, George Mason, and David Ramsey. Entries for George Washington span from 1765 to 1771 and this receipt corresponds directly to entries in the account book.  The services on the receipt include 'making a suit for Frank' and 'altering a pr. Lether (sp) Bretches to Giles.'","Account : George William Fairfax with Craven Peyton","\"It is an easier matter to conceive than to describe, the distress of this family; especially that of the unhappy parent of our dear Patsy Custis, when I inform you that yesterday removed the sweet Innocent girl into a more happy and peaceful abode than any she has met with in the affected path she hitherto has trod.\"","Account of cash sent Mr. Francis Willis, draft on Osgood Hanbury \u0026 Co., to Mr. Ramsey for postage, to Truro Parish for Fairfax's pew.","George Washington carefully drafted this elegant west elevation of his Mount Vernon mansion.  It provides insight into Washington's plans for the second major expansion of his home.  The elevation has wide doors and nearly symmetrical windows, while the final construction favored transom lights and the powerful exterior asymmetry of windows, preserving the symmetry of the interior rooms.  The undated manuscript was probably drafted prior to construction, which began in 1774.  This is the only extant exterior drawing of the mansion made by George Washington.  On the verso, also in Washington's hand, is a floor plan for the mansion's cellar.","Promissory note for George William Fairfax's pew at Truro Parish. The document is signed by George Washington who served as an agent for Fairfax.","Summary of pleas with case starting on May 18, 1772; other action taken on Feb. 22, 1774, and Mar. 23, 1774 -- final judgement given May 17, 1774-Savage ordered to pay £606.17.6. Document, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over heraldic device), docketed \"Washington vs. Savage - Record\". | [As trustees for Mrs. William Savage (formerly Mrs. Charles Green) Washington and Fairfax were attempting to collect the money which her husband had promised in regular payments. Mason stood as security for the bond]. |","George Washington endorsed this account of his financial transactions with the prominent Alexandria merchant William Herbert. A frequent visitor to Mount Vernon, Herbert was an Irish immigrant who married Sarah Carlyle and later became the President of the Bank of Alexandria. Herbert signed this two page account and Washington endorsed it on the verso. The transactions recorded here date from March through July of 1775.","Bill for making coat and waistcoat, breeches, altering a coat and breeches, making another coat on a later date, and making a suit of regimentals.","Fears for the cause and for his character if he fails--Congress in Committee have consented to a Continental Currency \u0026 have ordered 2 million dollars to be struck off for payment of troops \u0026 other expences of defence--15,000 men voted as a Continental army, \u0026 he hopes more will be voted--other high officers not named yet--asks him and Mrs. Bassett to visit Mt. Vernon and take Mrs. Washington down to [Eltham] with them--uneasy at leaving her alone at Mount Vernon.","Washington writes a short letter before leaving for camp at Boston: \"I go fully trusting in that Providence which has been more bountiful than I deserve, and in full confidence of a happy Meeting with you sometime in the Fall ... I have not time to add more, as I am surrounded with company to take leave of me. I retain an unalterable affection for you, which neither time or distance can change. My best love to Jack and Nelly, and regards for the rest of the Family ...\"","This is a directive to his managers on subjects of responsibility during his absence","Expense report titled 'April 4 1776 An Account of Expences of His Excellency General Washington v. Guard, Waggons, horses, [and] waggoners, [etc etc] from Cambridge to New York - with several bills'. This report lists 24 expenses incurred by General George Washington and his Lifeguards on the journey from Cambridge, Massachusetts, to New York between April 4-13, 1776. Includes towns such as Providence, RI, and Norwich, CT, along with the amounts spent at each location and vendor names, taverns, etc. The total expense listed is £86.14.5. Autograph document, 1 page.","Instructions on keeping the enemy from crossing the river [Delaware]--plan for a retreat towards Philadelphia if necessary--send a spy across the river--make a show of having fresh troops to gain time--get someone into Trenton for news of boats being built.","Partially printed assessments of George Washington's accounts primarily during the Revolutionary War.","Informs Cook of the problems of the army in enlisting new recruits and obtaining arms. Intent of Hessians to leave R.I. winter quarter and Continentals' need to raise more men to protect States. Begs that each state meet its quota of troops.","Presents her with a lock of hair.","General Washington writes from Fishkill [N. Y.] to New York governor George Clinton. Abuse of citizens in this state by army officers -- ordered boat containing Mr. Cuyler's family and belongings to be stopped short of Fishkill -- those aboard shouldn't be permitted to review the works at West Point -- sends by express packets addressed to Clinton and [government of N. Y.], sent down by flag -- they contain extraordinary Manifesto and proclamation -- if boat with Cuyler's effects is to return, write General Putnam -- he [George Washington] returns to Fredericksburg [N. Y.] this afternoon. Document signed, in hand of (?), docketed \"Genl. Washington Letter Octr. 8th 1778, concerning a Flag sent from New York for Mr. Cuyler \u0026 his Effects \u0026c with a Manifesto of the Commre at New York.","Written from Fredericksburg, NY, Washington orders delay of Canadian expedition, but continued preparation for it; civil treatment of Native Americans; winter weather.","George Washington writes to Lund Washington from his headquarters in Middlebrook, NJ on 1779 April 3; makes arrangements for a shipment of fine Bordeaux claret; discusses financial matters concerning the estate of George Mercer; referenes the exchange of two slaves between Mount Vernon and his mother's home in Fredericksburg; questions Lund on the status of planting and propogating of trees, admonishing him for not answering some of his early queries and questions his management techniques; reports that things are slow on the war front and a recent storm impacted British transports.","While encamped at Middlebrook, New Jersey for the winter of 1779 George Washington wrote this letter to Nathanial Greene about trading one of his horses for another.","Personal letter to Lund, expressing the General's feelings about the general \"decay of public spirit \u0026 virtue\", which is contributing to the severe economic problems of the time.","Letter from George Washington to Arthur St. Clair regarding instructions for handling British soldiers without assistance from other divisions. Uncertainty over British movements and intentions prevented St. Clair from settling on a course for his division.","Letter from George Washington to General Edward Hand requesting Hand to return to the encampment at Morristown from his Lancaster home during the winter of 1780. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter asking Lund Washington for legal advice relating to a chancery suit depending between Mr James Mercer \u0026 \"the persons for whom I am acting as Attorney.\" He believes that Lund has a better understanding than \"[his] own knowledge of these kind of proceedings is capable of affording...\"","Re: a chariot Washington has ordered made in Philadelphia at £210 specie or paper equivalent.","Reports death of Don Juan Mirailles [Spanish envoy] who came on visit with Minister of France and was seized on arrival with \"a violent biliary complaint\" -- died despite best care of physicians and himself -- present his respects to [Mirailles's] lady. Autograph letter signed, watermark (J. Taylor, \u0026 an encircled armed figure). | Navarro was Governor \u0026 Capt. General of Cuba.","Washington acknowledges Biddle's resignation from his position and praises Biddle's duty as an officer.","Lund's late trip to Philadelphia--British \u0026 French fleets arrived--few recruits--promised aid from states will probably arrive too late--fears [Mt. Vernon] crops may be ruined by drought--how many colts are there?","Letter from George Washington, in the hand of  Tench Tilghman, to Major Judah Alden. The letter is sent from Washington's headquarters, Passaic Falls, New Jersey. The correspondence lays out an elaborate plan of attack meant to fall into the hands of the enemy. The \"misinformation\" was a spy tactic in hopes that it would be intercepted and throw off British forces.  The body of the letter is in the hand of Tilghman with the exception of one line by Washington's reading, \"but are not to make fires or discover themselves.\"","Letter in Alexander Hamilton's hand, signed by Washington. Washington issues orders for Colonel Christopher Greene's First Rhode Island Regiment, which included formerly enslaved African American soldiers, to march from Newport to West Point under Rochambeau. Washington writes, \"only come on with such officers as are to remain in service on the new arrangement and such men as engaged for the war, or at least for a term, that will last through the next campaign. The other men you may dismiss, unless the Count de Rochambeau should find any employment for them where they are now.\"","Enquiring about a transaction of bills to have been deposited in the Virginia Loan Office. Also, requesting a good family Steward be employed for the Washington family.","George Washington to Benjamin Tallmadge, 8 April 1781, in which Washington asks Tallmadge to transmit a letter to Rochambeau.  Washington contemplated a daring raid on the British troop on Long Island.  \"The success of the Enterprise,\" Washington wrote to Tallmadge, \"must depend, on … the secrecy of the attempt, and a knowledge of the exact situation of the enemy.\"","Letter from George Washington to Joseph Webb, regarding Martha's health and thanking Webb for his hospitality at his home in Wethersfield, CT. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","The warrant requests Pickering send 200 pounds from British Military Chest to Col. Edward Carrington for the Southern Army.","Just returned from a Committee--will accompany her to Mr. Bingham's tomorrow afternoon.","Autograph letter signed. Washington writes about the sorrow he felt when Chastellux departed to return to France: \"A sense of your public services to this country, and gratitude for your private friendship, quite overcame me at the moment of our separation.\" Washington adds, \"I truly say, never in my life did I ever part with a man to whom my soul clave more sincerely than it did to you.\" Washington hopes that, after the war, he can accompany Chastellux on a tour of North America. In the postscript, Washington writes that he is enclosing a letter to Marquis de Lafayette.","Written from Newburg, NY, Washington supports financial plight of soldiers, in spite of brewing conspiracy against him.","Letter from George Washington to Theodorick Bland, written from headquarters at Newburgh, NY. Writing several weeks after the events of the Newburgh Conspiracy and Washington's Newburgh Address, he discusses the disbanding of the Continental Army and the need to resolve Army pay and pensions.  Washington speaks candidly about the urgency of the situation: \"the necessity of fulfilling this Expectation of the Army affects me so exceeding forcibly, that I cannot help dwelling upon it, nor is there in my present apprehension a point of greater Consequence, or that requires more serious attention\". Autograph letter signed, 11 pages.","In this letter, George Washington continued with an update on the changing and hopefully improving state of affairs in America.","Letter of introduction on behalf of George Washington's \"nephew... who has been in bad health for more than twelve Months—He is advised by his Physicians to spend the summer on the Island of Rhode Island for the benefit of the Sea Air \u0026 Climate—\"","Discharge from the American Army, signed by George Washington and Jonathan Trumbull.","Sergeant Henry Leider's discharge certificate from the Continental Army.","\"An Acct. of Mrs. Washington's Expences from Virginia to my Winter Quarters \u0026 back again to Virginia according to the Memms. and accts. which I have received from her \u0026 those who accompd. her\"--expences amounting to £1064.1","Cost of things bought in Philadelphia by Mrs. Washington","Princeton. In this letter, after successfully commanding the Army, George Washington discusses his strong desire to retire and concludes the letter with updates on the state of independence and his continued travels to explore western lands.","Signed by Penelope French, Benjamin Dulany, and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier with some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.","Mount Vernon. In this letter, after returning to Mount Vernon on Christmas Eve 1783, George Washington enthusiastically remarked that he was finally able to retire.","Introduces the Count de Laval Monmorency, brother to Duke de Laval and Colonel in Regiment of Royal Auvergne--he is on a tour from Charleston to New York.","Will be careful of letter and box for Mrs. Fitzhugh--leaves city immediately after meeting of the Society.","Washington thanks Gordon for sending him newspapers from Boston and mentions issues he is having with people settling on his lands near the Ohio River, which is he is about to leave Virginia to take care of.","Receipt for rents owed and paid by Henry Whiting on account of plantation rented from George Washington for 11 years by Whiting's father.","Letter from George Washington to Edward Snickers accepting his offer to manage the leasing of land purchased from the sale of Colonel George Mercer's estate. Washington sends a map of the plots and a copy of the lease (not identified), summarizes the terms of the lease, and shares his hope that Snickers finds tenants who will become long-term residents rather than see the land become 'Negro Plantations' rented to an absentee landlord. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","George Washington acknowledges receipt of several letters from George Augustine Washington at Barbadoes and Bermuda.","Leaf from a notebook kept by George Washington suggestions which includes improvements and experiments in modern farming techniques and inventions from experts of the time.","Plans for the Greenhouse quarters drawn and annotated by George Washington about 1785","Memorandum notes that Quarters to be 16' wide; half of that with 4' projection sufficient width for greenhouse; chimneys and where to place them; in front part of greenhouse need 2 tiers of windows; windows close together; chimneys in quarters; front of quarters might be wood with brick underpinning--center or greenhouse part all brick to the eves; rafters same angle; describes how to place windows in greenhouse.","Leaf from a Mount Vernon ledger.","Please forward enclosed letter ... requests current cash prices of good plank (inch, inch \u0026 quarter, inch \u0026 half) in Alexandria ... if vessel presently in harbor and has some for sale, master should call at Mount Vernon ...","Docketed \"Rough field Notes taken by George Washington in running the courses of the Land bot. from George \u0026 Jas. Mercer\".","[reverse of document dated Mar. 5, 1785, Patrick Henry to George Washington].","Autograph letter signed. Washington responds to a former Revolutionary officer's request for assistance. Washington offers to provide a certificate of service to Weissenfels if he can first send a testament of services from his commanding officer, Governor George Clinton.","George Washington discusses terms for hiring new miller Joseph Davenport who will replace miller Roberts.","Daily expenditures from cash fund on hand, and money received, with detailed explanation of some receipts and expenditures.","Concerning the purchase of shares of stock in the Potomac Company.","Anyone recommended by Mr. Powel is welcome at Mt. Vernon--encloses letter from an unknown gentleman [this was a Mr. Charles Vancouver, desiring to dedicate a publication to George Washington]--investigate to see what others think of author \u0026 his project.","Mr. Powel's advice has made him write Mr. [Charles] Vancouver, declining dedication of his publication--hopes to see Dr. Mayes, Powel's friend, on return from Caroline--Mrs. Macauly Graham's journey to the south--Mrs. Powel's letter to his nephew [Bushrod Washington] in Fredericksburg will be cared for.","Mount Vernon. George Washington opened this letter with a response to Chastellux's previous flattery, he continued with his hopes for peaceful trade and poetically outlined how nations might accomplish such a noble task, and he concluded with his plans for the Potomac Navigation Company, further identifying peaceful trade as a means of uniting nations.","Letter of condolence on Gov. Trumbull's death [Jonathan Trumbull Sr.]","Washington contracts in advance to purchase all 1,000 bushels of wheat from Mr. Battaile Muse. Purchased for George Washington's mill. Paid 6 shillings per bushel.","Washington first asks Gilpin for the use of a scow with which he intends to dredge mud from the river bottom for trial as fertilizer. Then he goes into some detail about the making of a water level and staff which he desires, \"I have joiners that could execute the wooden work ... but my Smith is too great a bungler to entrust anything to him, ...\" Washington asks Gilpin to have the iron work done for him, or, if he thinks it preferable to make the complete instrument for him.","Letter discussing the \"Agricultural Society of Philadelphia,\" also known as the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture.","Washington hopes to trade 25 barrels of fine flour for \". . . a she ass from Surinam, . .\"","A character testimonial on behalf of Mr. Booth, (of Westmoreland Co., Va.).","fragment, endorsed \"Rect. No. 149 Walker Blunt Block Maker\".","Presents Rev. Mr. Griffith, who owns much property in Alexandria--he wants to borrow money to build--good securities--would not hesitate to make loan himself, had he the money.","Autograph letter signed, Mount Vernon. Washington writes that he has only just received Trumbull's letter and enclosure of Feb. 20, and he hopes Trumbull will make his southern tour and visit Mount Vernon. Washington mentions the marriage of George Augustine Washington and Fanny Bassett, who are living with him, and encloses a letter for Mr. Dwight. This is Rev. Timothy Dwight, who sent Washington a copy of the \"Conquest of Canaan.\"","Covers period April 23-29, including \"6 half Johan. and half a Guinea to pay Mr. Buchanan my dividd. of the cash for the James River Navigation and recd. from his office 426 dollars in Indents (paper) for Interest on my Loan Office Certificates emitted in this state of Virginia.\" Includes money paid for rum, wool cards, G. \u0026 L. Washington's schooling [Samuel's children], flour, ferriage, etc.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel, Mount Vernon to Whitehaven. Washington writes that he received 1400 Flags with small breakage, sent £50 bill on Wakelin Welch, and will settle for balance before Mr. Sanderson leaves country.","Autograph letter signed with address panel. Mount Vernon to New York. Washington thanks Taylor for the apples and pickled and fried oysters that he sent.","Mount Vernon. In this letter, George Washington sends his congratulations to David Humphreys on return to America [from London] and invites him to Mount Vernon.","Letter from George Washington to Richard Sprigg regarding husbandry and breeding a donkey. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter signed. Mount Vernon. Sends several letters of James Bloxham's--Bloxham undecided about staying longer than a year--\"In a word he seems rather to have expected to have found well organized farms, than that the end and design of my employing him was to make them so.\"--if Bloxham's wife is to come, let her come on ship to Alexandria or nearby ports--she can pay for seed, implements, etc., and be repaid in Virginia.","Report from George Washington to the Potomac Company shareholders. Written during Washington's term as president of the corporation, it provides updates on the progress of the company's work and a reminder that stock payments are due soon. Includes a discussion of works at the Seneca and Shenandoah Falls as well as the cutting of a canal at Great Falls. Provides a reminder of the appointed day for electing a president and directors for the ensuing year. Autograph document in unknown handwriting, signed 'In behalf of the Directors,' by George Washington, 1 page.","Autograph letter, signed. Mount Vernon. Washington asks Digges if he would inquire among his friends on the Eastern Shore, Maryland \"if I could be furnished with one thousand feet of the best plan plank; precisely 24 feet long (when dressed) - To be without sap, or knots. - It is for the floor of my New room.\" Years before Washington had set aside some like lumber but \"behold! half of it was stolen, and the other half will match no plank I can now get.\"","Acknowledges Peale's receipt of Golden Pheasant. Sent body of French Hen. Wishes Peale success with mezzotinto prints.","Incloses copy of the Vision of Columbus which he promised--his copies just came to hand.","For 3 ruffled shirts, 1 plain one, 4 stockings, 1 pair breeches, etc.","Advising him that he will discharge the balance owing--Mr. Morris will have his agent in New York pay $840, about £325.6. as per account of January.","Regrets hearing that George Augustine Washington is ill, wants him not to do more than he can safely do. Instructions about Mount Vernon.","Will call for her in carriage in hopes of accompanying her to Lansdown this evening.","Thanks for inquiring into prices of painting and lining carriages--he has employed a Mr. Clark to repair chariot--well spoken of--can see progress every day when passing his workshop in the Square.","George Washington appointed George Augustine Washington manager of Mount Vernon in his absence. The letter gives detailed instruction of farming Mount Vernon, as well as decorating the mansion, improvements to farm buildings, supervision and care of the servants, miscellaneous purchases.","Has perused contents of enclosed--finds it good and just, and thinks they will meet with favorable reception of his nephew [Bushrod Washington].","\"Dear Sir, I have this moment been favored with your letter and with out date from Prince Georges County and have ordered the Jennies to be delivered to Mr. Dove--hoping both will prove with foal. Royal Gift never fails ...,\".","Lists the names, occupations, and salaries of 86 workmen on the Potomac Company canal near Harper's Ferry.","Introduces Mr. and Mrs. [Samuel] Powel of Philadelphia.","The Powel's safe arrival in Philadelphia [after visit at Mt. Vernon]--the Mr. Morrises [Robert and Gouvernor] visited on way to Richmond--hopes to hear of the [Pennsylvania] state convention's decision on Federal Government--Spanish chestnuts--will send more about the 1st of October next year.","Thanks for seeds--glad Caleb Hall did not come from England--thanks for offer to send blacksmiths \u0026 mill wrights, but needs none--no benefits for people of that kind to come over--\"Whenever we have a regular \u0026 firm government established the prospect for these people will be much more pleasing.\"--Bloxham well.","Thoughts about various states debating ratification of Constitution--generosity of landholders in county of Philadelphia in proposing it for seat of Federal government.","George Washington passes on some information about Irish wolf dogs to Carter which he received from an Irish gentleman. George Washington does not think that mastiffs will fulfill the purpose of hunting wolves which Carter apparently wants.","In this letter, George Washington reveals his humorous side after learning of Chastellux's recent marriage and Washington ended the letter with important information on the Constitution and methods of united the now new nation.","Invitation to dinner for Monday, May 19, 1788. Answer is requested.","Thanks her for her composition in his honor--new government--hopes those of her sex will introduce federal fashions and national manners instead of following foreign manners and fashions.","Washington introduces the Count de Moustier, from the Court of France, and the Marchioness de Brehan, who are returning to New York and propose to pass through Baltimore.","Introdues [Ferdinand] Fairfax, son of [Bryan] Fairfax, his godson--he goes to Philadelphia to complete his studies.","Washington advises his nephew about his contemplated move to Alexandria to set up a law practice.","Letter discussing Bushrod renting George Washington's townhouse in Alexandria, as well as the stable and garden.","George Washington grants his nephew, George Augustine Washington, power of attorney during the former's absence from Mount Vernon. George Washington was preparing to take office as first President of the United States, and George Augustine Washington acted as manager of Mount Vernon during George Washington's first term. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and John Fairfax.","Bill from President to Mr. Lewis","Presidential appointment to Redman as customs collector at the port of Yeocomico River in Virginia. The rest of the document is filled in by Tobias Lear. This appointment followed the first Tariff Act of July 4, 178","On September 3, 1789, George Washington sent this letter to Edmund Jennings Lee inviting him to dine at Mount Vernon along with John Marshall and Bushrod Washington. Marshall had recently returned from service as peace commissioner to France and Washington hoped to persuade him to run for Congress in the upcoming election. Lee must have declined this invitation, because his name is not recorded in Washington's diary among his dinner guests that evening.","Advises Stuart, as administrator of estate of John Parke Custis, to let Mr. Alexander have disputed land [J.P. Custis' \"Abingdon\" estate] back and pay him a fair rent for the time it was out of his possession -- has no time to give reasons -- Martha Washington adds her approval at bottom of letter in short note and signature.","Authorization of expenses needed for the return of Hugh Taylor, a fugitive indentured servant, to the Potomac Company from Alexandria to Great Falls in November 1789. Document signed, 1 page.","Sorry to find the report on the Hessian Fly to Maj. Jackson has been recalled--hasn't written Mr. [Arthur] Young about it--is informed, especially in Connecticut, that fly is now in wheat too--it is a pity farmers won't stick to yellow-bearded wheat, which is immune.","Partially printed on card from President Washington and Mrs. Washington--not filled out.","Written in George Washington's hand, this note is extracted from a letter from George Augustine Washington to George Washignton.  The letter gives length of bolting cloth now in the mill--Col. Biddle observes has the difference between cloth and reel covered with coarse linen.","Thanks to Society for letter and present accompanying it -- beneficial consequences to rural economy from prizes awarded -- Mr. Matthewson's improvements in art of cheese making. Signed by Washington, though not written in his hand.","Consents to agreement with Mr. Alexander in order to avoid a legal decision -- forwarded it to Lund Washington -- question of assumption not taken up yet -- it has been fully discussed and majority will be small on whichever side wins -- will not send the original papers [pertaining to above agreement] to him in Williamsburg.","Account amounting to £51.6.2 for ice and \"mouls\" of ice cream.","New York. Autograph letter signed. Washington writes in response to a letter from the wife of Lafayette requesting a brevet commission at the rank of captain for Joseph-Léonard Poirey, a French officer who served under her husband.","Washington writes, \"And you will, I dare flatter myself, do me the justice to believe that I can never be more happy than in according marks of attention to so good a friend to America and so excellent a patriot as Madame la Marquise de la Fayette. Nor did she need any excuse for making use of her own language to be the interpreter of so much politeness \u0026 persuasion as she has found means to convey in one short letter. In truth that language, at least when used by her, seems made on purpose to have fine things communicated in it; and I question whether any other, at least in the hands of any other person, would have been equally competent to the effect.\"","Received his letter by Mr. Robert Parish -- declines proposals for dedicating the travels of William Bartram to himself, as it sets a bad precedent -- however, approves book and adds name as a subscriber.","Letter cover only, signature has been clipped","On a trip from Mount Vernon to Philadelphia, Washington complains about his coachman, Dunn, who has given many \"proofs of his want of skill in driving ...\" and \"... this Morning was found much intoxicated.\" Lear is asked to make inquiries after a new driver.","Discusses Gov. Clinton's letter of 26th containing news from Capt. Brant of the expedition against the Indians which was ambushed [Gen. Harmar's expedition] -- sounds true but awaits more news -- our force ought to have been large enough to tackle a force of 1,000 or more -- friendly sentiments of Capt. Brant -- his account of Gen. St. Clair not true nor the account of affairs at Muskingum -- Brant tried to prevent any treaty -- St. Clair wanted no more land than already given -- treaty of Muskingum.","Impossible to arrange an exchange of property with Ball, who wishes to have land held by George Washington in Berkeley County. Not possible because property leased to tenants and value greater than Ball believes it to be. Would be willing to work an exchange, however, for some of his land west of the Alleghany River.","Account for Feb. 21 and April 2 for Best Bourbon Coffee, amounting to £8.15.4.","Washington writes to the Mayor of Alexandria saying that an accurate survey is necessary of 10 miles square in question [the land for the Federal City] -- has engaged Mr. Ellicott to make it -- hopes corporation of Alexandria, Virginia will give all necessary help.","While on his Southern tour, Washington writes to Lear that \"I am perfectly satisfied that every necessary and proper step will be taken to procure a good Steward, and a good House keeper ...\" for the Philadelphia household. Orders a garden worker to be paid.","Presents one set of the Annals sent him by Mr. Arthur Young to the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture as requested.","Major George A. Washington gone to Berkeley so he will address him [Whitting] on Mount Vernon matters -- send weekly reports -- corn at the mill should be ready -- gather this corn \u0026 stalks together for fodder -- plant this meadow in grass -- further instructions on harvesting and seeding -- all autumn grain and grass to be put in as soon as possible -- wants an overseer for Dogue Run, a man with a small family -- house for overseer, can move one from the Mansion to Dogue Run easier than build a new one, add a brick chimney -- this was originally at Dogue Run -- instructions for Tom Davis, bricklayer, about \"the other Wing of the Green House\" -- be sure brick work on old \u0026 new walls coincide exactly -- instructions for Will, \"if ... is not likely to provide shoes enough for the Negroes in due Season\" -- clover -- use the barn floor to tread wheat -- not to use Mr. Lund Washington's smith for work on Harrows, Mt. Vernon's smiths are competent -- how is wheat crop -- if 335 bushels all? -- crop short indeed.","Washington writes to his Mount Vernon overseer about farm matters; mentions crop rotation system, decreasing productivity of land, wheat experiments, mill production, and missing horse.","Washington writes to North Carolina's Governor that he has received letter with notice of cession of land in North Carolina for building lighthouses -- mentions recent southern tour -- thanks him for reception in North Carolina -- object was \"To see with my own eyes the situation of the Country, and to learn on the spot the condition and disposition of our Citizens.\" Written in the hand of Tobias Lear.","Thanks her for sending enclosed \"Strictures \u0026c\" to him to read -- it hasn't caused him any pain -- he regrets author didn't spend some of time investigating the facts instead of writing the pamphlet. If he had done so, the author \"might have found many of his charges as unsupported as the 'baseless fabric of a vision'\" (quoting from The Tempest, IV,1). The pamphlet referred to was \"Strictures and observations upon the three executive departments of the government of the United States...\" by Massachusettensis ([Philadelphia], 1792).","Invitation from George Washington to Mr. Gilbert. Partially printed. Filled in by George Washington. Mr. Gilbert, who is invited to dine at 4:00, is unidentified. Engraved invitation does not include phrase \"and Mrs. Washington\" like others issued at the time.","Pressing public business causes delay in answering letter -- thanks for information he requested on genealogy of Washington family -- returns herewith will of Lawrence Washington as she desires.","Washington will gladly accept one of several tubs of grape vines from Madeira if Mr. Powel doesn't need them all -- a vessel sails for Alexandria in a few days -- will send sundry parcels to Mt. Vernon.","Discusses plantation management.","Autograph letter signed. Washington denies a request from his neighbor to hunt deer on his property.","Has heard that Maj. Harrison of Loudon County intends selling his land adjoining George Washington's in Fairfax -- Washington wishes to buy for sole reason of ridding himself of the \"villainies\" which are performed by those tenants who occupy Harrison's land -- land no good for a farm -- if he can get good price make the bargain, so long as title is clear and not under any encumbrances of leases.","Contracts services for one year-house carpenter and Joiner should conduct themselves soberly, honestly and deliberately-duties: superintend Negro carpenters, use proper care with tools, keep an account (in a book) of needs and things done, should set a good example, and will remain at work from light to dark-pay is 10 pounds a month- George Washington will provide: meat and meal or flour, tools, quarters, and will pay taxes.","Encloses copies of earlier letters to Lewis, in case originals miscarry -- has written Mr. [Anthony] Whitting at Mount Vernon not to sell the stud horse, but deliver him to Robert Lewis -- Lewis's aunt (Martha Washington) joins in sending greetings.","Will pay small sum in Amsterdam -- encloses bill of exchange drawn by George Meade on Henry Gildermeester in his favor – 2,310 guilders in Dutch currency -- will remit second exchange by British packet slated to sail on 6 February. With this sum, Washington transferred money to a Dutch banking firm in order to assist the family of the Marquis de Lafayette, who had been captured by Prussian forces as he fled France in August 1792.","Please convey enclosed letter to Madame La Fayette \"if you know where she is to be found\" -- hold amount of bill sent subject to her order -- sent to Holland because reports in America say if Madame Lafayette is not there, it will be known where she is to be found.","Comments on enclosed poem that contains birthday sentiments for Mrs. Powel. The poem was copied by Tobias Lear from a 1792 manuscript by the poet Elizabeth Graeme Fergusson. Mount Vernon has both the original and Lear's copy.","Enclosed is second bill of exchange for 2310 guilders for Madame Lafayette.","Received Parker's letter desiring to know terms on which he (Washington) would sell his Gloucester County land -- since he got it at valuation of £800 Virginia currency for part of a bond, he will sell it for same plus interest since 1789 -- Washington wants payment upon giving over the land, but some credit can be arranged.","Received letter containing Mr. Bennett's claim against Colville's estate -- deals with George Washington's position as executor of Colville estate -- won't pay interest on debt thereof until court of Chancery decides whether it is just -- refers him to Mr. Keith of Alexandria who has papers dealing with estate.","Encloses Col. Robert Townsend Hooe's letter relating to the Thomas Colville estate -- wishes to have final settlement of estate -- check Mr. Bennett's account with documents and see if it seems to be correct -- Washington thinks Bennett's claim different from what he remembered legacy to be -- has referred Hooe to him for details.","Congratulations and best wishes on her birthday from both President and Mrs. Washington -- would have attended her party except for \"the late event which has happened in their family\" (the death of George Augustine Washington).","Dinner invitation from George and Martha Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Dalton and daughter. Not in Washington's hand. Tristram Dalton was a friend and first senator from Massachusetts. Invitation was issued just prior to Washington's second inauguration in the Senate chamber.","George Washington requires shells for lime to make mortar for about \"40,000 Bricks.\" Constructing Dogue Run Farm 16-sided barn. Asks his nephew if he hires out \"Negro carpenters by the year?\" Can he recommend carpenter overseer?","Has little information re inquiry of Mr. Thomas Bowen--only man named George Harrison in area died 50 years ago--no children--widow married man named Posey--Harrison's land left to nephew John West, from whom George Washington bought it about 20 years ago--knows nothing of affairs of Harrison's estate.","Received letter from Wilkinson by way of Captain Abner Prior and shortly after the two kegs of fish from \"western waters\" [in Ohio] -- fish were fine and a novelty here.","By Brig Betsey, sends triplicates of letters of Jan. 30 and 31 and the third exchange for 2310 guilders for Madame Lafayette.","Sends plan of new federal district where the seat of government will be located -- \"It will serve to show you, and such as may have the curiosity to look at it, that whatever our present condition is, we have vanity enough to look forward to a better.\"","Mrs. Washington is indisposed with a cold -- afraid she will increase it by going to the circus this afternoon -- President and rest of family will go to see exhibition of Mr. Ricketts.","Mr. David Clark, coachmaker in Philadelphia, has asked him to write informing Col. Washington that the coach he (George Washington) had with him in Charleston was made by Clark -- he has heard it was admired for its beauty and is made of good materials -- Mr. Clark hears Col. Washington wants to have a coach made and he desires the job.","Since Mr. de Barth has not made stipulated payments for land bought of Washington, lying on the Kanawas, Washington suggests canceling the bargain instead of bringing measures against De Barth for payment.","Received from Arthur Young two sets of his Annals, numbered 98-108--presumes one set intended, as usual, for Agricultural Society of this city--accordingly, sends them to him as president.","Inquires as to price and availability of the best clover seed.","At request of several gentlemen of his acquaintance, Washington introduces Dr. Edwards, who is going to Europe for his health and to obtain knowledge of agriculture there.","Mr. Arthur Young has written that the several accounts collected by George Washington of agriculture in this country \"have set him afloat on the High Seas of conjecture with respect to the Agriculture of this Country ...\" -- \"and, as you had a hand in setting him afloat, it is but fair that you should lend your assistance to get him landed again\" -- sends enclosed extracts from Young's letter and desires Peters to answer queries -- Young has been prevented by the war from coming to this country to study himself the agriculture and see what can be done along that line.","Agrees to Hooe's offer for flour -- will order Anthony Whitting to make delivery in Alexandria, but wishes because of harvest time that Hooe would take delivery at his mill or on river opposite -- market for flour is not falling as Hooe says, but only a temporary drop due to lack of vessels to take it to European markets -- had heard of William Shepherd's intent to apply to Loudon Court to condemn George Washington's land on Difficult Run -- encloses a copy of earlier letter to Col. Powell on subject.","Hereby conveys a letter from Warner Washington III as he promised -- the younger Warner is destitute for funds in this city.","Enlarges on recent letter of Mrs. Washington's (dictated by him) relative to the estate in Berkeley -- in accord with provisions in George A. Washington's will, advises settling a second plantation in Berkeley including some land in Fairfax County, as a grass and small grain farm -- advises on getting tenants and drawing up contracts -- she should ask advice of George S. Washington -- Anthony Whitting's decline caused by consumption necessitates visit to Mt. Vernon but public business presses and visit will be short.","Death of Anthony Whitting -- needs Tilghman's help to procure new manager -- thinks a good one may better be found on Eastern Shore of Maryland than elsewhere -- gives qualifications for the job -- lists several people in Tilghman's neighborhood whom he has had recommended -- among them is William Pearce [later manager of Mt. Vernon] -- doesn't want to lure any away from present jobs, unless they had intended leaving anyway.","At the time of this letter, Washington was serving his second term as president and was living in Philadelphia.  His nephew, George Augustine Washington, had served as farm manager for the previous seven years but died in 1793.  In need of a new farm manager, Washington considered his nephew, Lawrence Lewis.","Concerned that Lewis was too inexperienced for the job, Washington remarked on the necessary qualifitcations necessary: \"…so little haveg it in my power to visit, or attend to my private concerns, that it becomes extremly necessary (besides fidility) to have an experienced \u0026 skilful man, of some weight, to manage my business; one whose Judgment is able to direct him in cases which may arise out of circumstances that can neither be foreseen, nor previously guarded against.","Washington continued, \"What the age of Mr Lawrence Lewis is—what opportunities he may have had to acquire any knowledge in the management of a Farm. What his disposition, whether active or indolent. Whether clear in his perceptions, \u0026 of good Judgment. Whether sober \u0026 sedate, or fond of amusements and running about—with other queries which might be asked, as well applying to a young man Just entering on the career of life; are all matters to which I am an entire stranger; and if you can give me information respecting them, I shall thank you. You will readily perceive that my sole object in these enquiries is to ascertain the competency of a character to whom I should commit an important trust; consequently, going no farther, can operate nothing to the prejudice of my Nephew, whatever, in confidence, you may say to me on the foregoing points and such others as may occur to you.\"","Washington instead hired a more seasoned farm manager, William Pearce.  Pearce served as farm manager until 1796 during which time Lewis came to stay at Mount Vernon and worked in some managerial capacity, but the official farm manager by then was James Anderson.  Lewis eventually married Nelly Custis in 1799 and lived the remainder of his life at Woodlawn.","Has heard from Mr. Robert Lewis that Crow desires increase in wages -- since he had best crop last year at Union Farm, Washington will raise him to £40 per annum as an encouragement, but will not raise him any higher hereafter.","Requests that Mercer forward deed from \"yourself \u0026 others to me\" if it has been duly executed and recorded.","Has given James Keith a draught on Col. Hooe for £140, the amount due Keith for his trouble in Colville estate -- asks that Hooe deduct it from what is due George Washington.","Lewis was acting Estate Manager for George Washington at Mount Vernon. The letter contains instructions for various farm activities and personal advice to young Lewis on how to write better reports.","100 guineas a year for superintendant of Mt. Vernon--recommends that Pearce visit the estate--to determine if all is to his liking-George Washington expects to be at Mt. Vernon on the 20th of Sept.--gives directions, mileage, stage schedule--speaks of worthless overseer to 8-10 Negro carpenters--hopes to replace him by New Year's day.","Won't sell land on Difficult Run in Loudon County except for very high price -- was in treaty with a Dutchman for it for £60 per annum -- would want double what Lewis offered for the Frederick County land because when Shenandoah River is made navigable, lands near it will increase greatly in value","Introduces Tobias Lear, who leaves George Washington as Secretary after 7 years -- Lear is engaged in a mercantile scheme -- recommends him to Short's kindness.","Introduces Tobias Lear, who goes to Europe to carry into effect his plans for an \"extensive commercial establishment\" at the Federal City -- Lear can explain his long delay in writing -- encloses Mr. Richard Peters' and Mr. Thomas Jefferson's answers to his queries about American agriculture -- if there are any questions, ask Lear.","Sends their regrets that Mrs. Powel cannot accompany him and Mrs. Washington to Virginia.","George Washington's nephew's widow has decided to move--Pearce and his family to move into Mansion--repairing of Mr. Crow's house--recommends Pearce residing in the right wing (the Hall)--list of things at his disposal --authorizes Pearce to acquire ploughs and any other tools --outlines benefits of Pearce's early arrival.","Washington comments on the disagreeable conduct of the French minister Genet, who seems to want to involve the U.S. in war. The situation has \"test[ed] the temper of the Executives.\"","Deals with involved estate of Samuel Washington and his last wife, Susannah Perrin Holding Washington -- had been undecided whether to try to get estate from Mrs. Washington's family in favor of his niece Harriot who was left very little -- will reach an agreement -- \"Pay me one hund. pounds which I shall give to my niece for her immediate support, and I will quit claim to all the Negros which belonged to Mrs. Saml. Washington ...\".","An attachment has been served against Washington -- despite Mercer's orders to the contrary, collectors present notes against Mercer's brother's estate to George Washington's manager for Payment -- brought bond and mortgage of Mercer's late father and brother from Philadelphia, and will exchange them for land -- asks whether his (Washington's) signature necessary on the instrument.","In this letter George Washington has decided to engage superintendant of carpenters for another year--could not find anyone to relace-comments on man who looks after the house people, ditchers, etc.--after winter, Pearce can decide to remain at Mt. Vernon or live elsewhere--construction of house for Mr. Crow--Negro children forbidden to enter the yards and gardens (excluding the children of cook and her husband the Mulatto Frank).","George Washington's general thoughts and directions on government of Mt. Vernon--Mr. Howell Lewis will remain until Pearce's arrival--farm needs much manure---plans to go largely with buck wheat as a green manure---has requested for 450 to 500 bushels for seed--does not wish to go largely with corn--plans to sow a good many oats--keeping no more than half for seed.","George Washington instructs Pearce to take an exact account of the stock, tools and implements on each of the farms--to purchase a proper (bound) book in Alexandria for accounts--insists on the correctness of these registers--outines work of the carpenters: complete the new barn at Dogue Run, etc.--comments on live fences: cedar, lombardy poplar, and willows--hogs and sows--wants to reclaim and lay grass to the mill swamp--clover lots--potatoes--McKoy and Tom Davis--directions for lots on Muddy Hole, Union and River farms--Cyrus a slave at Mansion house--Muclus a slave--Will, a kind of overseer--stresses the need to regulate wagons and carts at the Mansion--Ehler the gardener and an agreement as to where he should eat--Lucy the cook--instructions to provide Negroes with as much meal as they can eat without waste--provisions of fish--directions for killing and preserving the hogs--clover timothy and orchard grass--post and rail fence from the Miller's house to the trunnel fence--barrier against bad neighbors--breaking of the steers to the yoke--oxen--asks for the return of large stone jars (which were filled with spirits)--wants an inventory of articles in store at Mansion--the Jack and stud horse--superfine and fine flour--allowance of meat and meal--paying of debt--overhauling the Seins now rather than in the Spring.","Course of crops--objective was to recover the fields from exhausted state-manure-buck wheat-Indian corn-comments on the insufferable conduct of overseers-Col. Ball of Leesburgh promised to send buck wheat-commends on poor quality of common oats brought from Eastern shore-garlick and wild onions-complains about overseers not doing much fall plowing--has little dependence on overseers when left to themselves-gives directions on how Pearce is to treat overseers-warns Pearce not to be like Mr. Whiting, who is said to have drank freely-GW's observations of his overseers: Stuart, Crow, McKoy, Butler, Davy and Thomas Green.","Written in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge. Washington describes his Mount Vernon estate to the English agronomist in great detail, as he is considering leasing four of the Mount Vernon farms. Includes his description of Mount Vernon: \"No estate in United America is more pleasantly situated than this.\"","George Washington sends two bank notes of one hundred dollars each for Mr. Butler--is upset that the ice house was not filled during the late freezing spell--wants to know quantity of oats that have been thrashed--instructs them to get seeds from the gardener--has sent a bundle of Poccon or Illinois nuts via Mr. Jefferson--East India hemp seed for sowing--inquires as to the appearance of the growing wheat--using Mr. Whiting's memo book, Mr. Dandridge will settle Mr. Butler's account.","George Washington inquires of condition and shelter of stock at Dogue Run and Union--instances of misconduct of Crow and McKoy--informs Pearce that he is taking on Butler again. Observations on various agricultural things. Asks about the carpenters at Mrs. Fanny Washington's. Informs Pearce that in the Eastern states, horses aided by oxen do the plowing.","Crop rotation plan--hopes to bring fields into a profitable state of cultivation--mentions Mr. Stuart's suggestion that the good fields be planted with corn and poor parts with buck wheat--sending 14 bushels of clover seed--suspects that Negro seedsmen are taking toll on seeds--manure to Mansion house for oats, grass and potatoes--fences at River farm--Thomas Green taking fine flour from the mill--payment of a hundred dollars to Mr. Dulany--rent due to Mrs. French for year 1793-wages for 1793 due to estate of Mr. Anthony Whitting.","Draft of a letter from George Washington to John Hamilton Moore thanking him for a copy of his book 'The new practical navigator'. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","George Washington speaks of Mr. Butler's agreeable work and conduct--French furze--construction of substantial fences--pigs--planting of clover and buck wheat--wants to know of the appearance of the growing wheat and barley--progress on the new race at the mill--honey locust seed--white bent seed--inquires about the amount of St. Foin and India hemp seed--stresses the importance of selling cattle before it is too late--attending to their breeding--Mrs. Fanny Washington asks to rent her fishing landing--conditions of rent--Col. Ball must have the three shoats he requested (a boar and two sows)--payment of wages to Stuart, Crow and McKoy--intends to build dairies at both Union and Dogue Run farms.","George Washington mentions the death of Stuart's daughter--gives directions for repairs of the house in Alexandria--comments that cedar posts, chestnut or cyprus rails are better than oak--concerned about the idleness of his carpenters--barn at Dogue Run--discusses the increase of lambs reported by the overseers--a missing report of Mr. Stuart is requested--sending payment from Philadelphia of Mr. Lewis' order to Mr. Ross--white bent grass seeds received--Ehler the gardener--directions for labeling new seeds.","George Washington assents to Pearce's request to meet his children in Baltimore--payment of wages to Mr. Stuart--enclosed some early colliflower seed, sent by Mrs. Washington--promises to send copy of advertisement of terms on which jacks and stud horses are to cover--mentions Crow's inattention to stock in regards to sheep sheering--St. Foin seed and India hemp--hares being destructive--lucern--enclosed three bank notes for Rev. Mr. Muir and Mr. Hartshorne--warns not to take mares from the jacks until paid.","Regarding his annual contributions to the Alexandria Academy--Washington wishes to know what indigent or orphaned children have attended and what their progress has been, especially since he has only once received such a report.","Following up on his previous letter, Washington writes that he has not had any response from Simms or James Keith regarding the Thomas Colvill estate, nor of the cash sent to Simms, nor has Washington received the documents he had requested from them.","George Washington explains horse advertisement--care of the youngest jack and mules--Peter--tells Pearce to keep an exact account of all mares and jenneys that go to the jacks--Mr. Prescot of Loudoun (or Fauquier) owes yet for last year--speaks of Mr. Lewis' account that the new visto is opened much further than intended--instructions to buy as much good Oznabrigs--for the making of clothes for the Negroes--requests a sample of the linnen--comments on the price of midlings and ship stuff and superfine and fine flour--corn--breaking of the ground in the fall.","George Washington approves the use of his own people in repairing the house in Alexandria--warns that putting the fence posts too distant will cause the rails to warp--glad to hear of Green's finishing the barn at Dogue Run--comments on the grain falling from the treading floor--lucern--directions for preparing--St. Foin and India hemp--impossible navigation has prevented him sending the promised clover and other seeds--hopes to send next week.","Cannot possibly appoint Spotswood's son John as commander of a frigate over older and experienced officers--perhaps can make him 2nd or 3rd lieutenant--on recommendation of Mr. Brooke and others, Mr. Lawrence Muse appointed as Collector of Rappahannock [Cty] to succeed Hudson Muse.","Autograph letter signed, two pages plus cover page with Washington's presidential frank. Washington writes Ball regarding a shipment of goods that he expects will soon depart Philadelphia after some delay. The shipment includes clover seeds and cocoa bean shells, latter intended as a gift from Martha Washington to Ball's wife, Francis (Fanny) Washington Ball, the daughter of George's brother Charles. Finally, Washington encloses an advertisement for the stud services of his prized livestock, the horse Traveller and donkeys Knight of Malta and Compound.","Lewis has given him no information on Washington's lots in Winchester and Bath, Virginia [the latter now Berkeley Springs, W.Va.]--he wishes a list of all tenants, what they owe, and how they stand--asks Lewis to post copies of enclosed advertisement in area, especially at Leesburg and Fauquier Courthouse--Mr. Prescoat [Prescott] owes for last year's stud fee and a long pasturage.","Washington gives directions regarding the purchase of linnens for the enslaved people--suggestions for determining how far apart the boards on the threshing floor should be in the new barn at Dogue Run--cultivation of the drilled wheat--clover seed, furze and other promised articles are on board the Sally Captain--Col. Gilpin--onions and garlick--might get some oats from Notley Young, esq.--gives directions for the enclosed Nankeen cotton seeds--P.S. (page 3): wrote Col. Ball and Mr. Robert Lewis, welcome to send a mare or two to either of the Jacks or the Horse--P.S. (page 4): March 17, delay in departure of the Vessel [Sally], may alter delivery route--5 bushels of Plaster of Paris to be tried on clover. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","George Washington complains that the overseers did not plow in the fall--success of the crop--running rollers over the grass and wheat--spring barley--Wayles the Brewer in Alexandria--winter barley--Col. Ball is late with the buck wheat--ponders the distance between sections of the floor at the new Dogue Run barn--furnishing Mr. Smith with fish from the landing--prices--securing enough fish for the use of the people there--asks about quantity of wheat--tobacco stored in Alexandria--inquires about Pearce's family arrival--sending, on the next vessel, nine bolts of Oznabrigs--it is cheaper there than in Alexandria--gives directions on receiving payment from Col. Lyles and instructs where he is located--sending three pounds of lucern seed--directs Pearce not to accept anything but the whole sum from Col. Lyles.","George Washington decides that the space between boards on the treading floor of the new barn at Dogue Run will be an inch and a half--suggests that the oats may be tread on the same floor--will send three and a half bushels of a peculiar kind of oats--appearance of the drilled and other wheat--comments on the fine weather during March--winter barley--St. Foin and hemp--Abram--warns of Crow's not able to be trusted--warns of lack of water should mill race not be completed--Washington's sister Lewis of Fredericksburgh is allowed to have one of the unbroken mules.","George Washington is glad to hear that Pearce's family has safely arrived at Mt. Vernon--hopes that change of air will help to restore the eldest daughter to health--writes of the capture of vessels by the British--followed by the embargo--fall in provisions--price of flour--threshing of wheat--purchasing salt before the prices get higher--it is not Washington's expectation to stop ploughing in order to roll the grass and grain--breaking of steers--inquires of the young grass planted last fall--defends the imposition of garden seeds--provision for providing clothes for the young gardener at Alexandria--chance for lambs is bad--rams--instructions for shearing time--paper for the rooms in the house--plastering and white washing--orders for Thomas Davis to paint the houses--lower portion a stone color and the roof red.","Rare for Washington to answer letters applying for appointments, but because of personal regard and former public association he is replying to this one ... lists 3 reasons which explain his silence re: applications for appointments: (1) requests are so numerous and courteous replies require too much of his time; (2) courteous answers could be interpreted to mean more than was intended; (3) at the time of his Inauguration \"... I resolved firmly that no man should ever charge me justly with deception ...\" has never committed himself on an appointment until all information and circumstances have been examined ... on a purely personal basis without involving his public character or the Country, Washington has responded to a request of McHenry's ...","Washington asks Deakins to examine contents of enclosed order and tell him the price the tobacco would fetch.","Presidential pardon signed by George Washington and issue to David Blair. The Customs Act of 1790 specified procedures for collecting duties on imported goods and standardized the sizes of containers for certain imported goods in order to facilitate easier taxation and reduce fraud. For instance, run was required to be imported in casks of at least 50 gallons. David Blair's attempt to import rum from Barbados in casks smaller than 50 gallons resulted in the forfeiture of his vessel. Washington's 1794 pardon of Blair remits this forfeiture. Signed by Edmund Randolph as Secretary of State. Manuscript document signed, with embossed paper seal, 1 page.","George Washington expresses his being sorry to learn of Pearce's not being well--discusses the amount owed to the estate of Mr. Anthony Whitting--Col. Bassett--Mr. Lear--the private papers of Mr. Whitting--his heir Mr. Ring--ready to sow buck wheat at all the farms--inquires of progress of oats and grass seeds--rain twice last week--dry in Philadelphia--instructs Pearce not to grind more wheat because of the embargo--flax--clothes for the Negroes--wool--warns Pearce to be cautious of pilferring.","George Washington expresses confusion over dimensions of the rooms in Alexandria house given by Thomas Green--flax seed--regulate the grass lots at Dogue Run farm--potatoes, oats and clover for the support of the stock, the Mansion house and for sale--demands particular attention to the penning of the stock--willow--informs Pearce that 5,000 white thorn plants are being sent by Mr. Lear on the ship Peggy from England--other fruit trees--lima beans.","Declares that Mr. Thomas Digges was during the Revolution and since a friend to the United States--Digges sent him intelligence and helped prisoners escape from England back to this country--Digges was thought to be in pay of Dr. Benjamin Franklin--Washington never knew his loyalty was questioned, though he has now disputed with Franklin over accounts--John Trumbull, in England during Revolution, declares that Digges aided the American cause.","Writes the answers to queries regarding injunction by one John Henshaw, arising from estate settlement of George Mercer--John Tayloe, George Mason and George Washington were given power of attorney by Mercer and others in England. Washington writes that \"It is really hard that I am so often called before Courts in matters in which I have no interest; but am continually saddled with the expence of defence.\"","George Washington is sorry to hear that the ship Peggy has not arrived from England with his 5,000 white thorn plants--Mr. Lear's fruit trees--hoped that Pearce had discharged Green when he found him drinking--he sets such a bad example--never got an account of last year's corn--buck wheat--potatoes--preserving the apricots--does not want to because his family will not be at Mt. Vernon at all during the summer--hopes to, assuming public business permits, make a flying trip through Mt. Vernon after the rising of Congress--papering the ceiling.","Sending paper for two lower rooms in house--warns Pearce to wait until plaster is thoroughly dry--Green--instructions for the payment of the Sheriff's and Clerk's notes--Mrs. Fanny Washington--cut the hay and grain in time at harvest--be attentive to the drilled wheat--secure it in the seed loft at the Mansion--approves of sowing the first lot in the mill swamp with buck wheat and timothy--corn--grass--mentions Pearce's complaint of bad pastures--wool of dead sheep--inquires about corn, oats, buck wheat and clover.","Crops suffering from drought--Mr. Dandridge--oats on last vessel have disappeared--has enclosed four small papers of seeds which have been sent from a curious gentleman in Europe--keeping of clover for seed--buck wheat--timothy--heavy cost of these in the markets of Philadelphia--value of various grasses--clover ought to be well cured before stacking--Crow--both cattle and sheep will benefit from turnip--asks about the drilled wheat and common wheat--ought to be ripe by the 8th or 10th of June--there are two kinds of wheat in drills at Union--inquires if Plaster of Paris was spread--hides of the dead cattle to be tanned by the old man Jack--skins of the dead sheep--Mulatto Will making shoes--Mrs. Fanny Washington--four missing heads of tobacco--Mr. Whitting--surveying in the fall--Mr. Minor--hopes to be at Mt. Vernon by the 10th of June--selling of a horse--health of slaves discussed--Sam, Doll, several spinners, Ditcher Charles--awaiting the arrival of the Peggy and the white thorn plants and Mr. Lear's fruit trees--high price of flour--embargo.","Washington lists and describes lands that he owns on the Ohio, East side; on the Great Kanhawa; west of the Ohio; in Kentucky; in the State of Pennsylvania; and the Great Dismal Swamp--with acreage and asking prices of each--comments by Washington--he \"will let them go\" if sold together for £ 50,000, although separately they are valued higher--there follows a paragraph of description for each of the 8 tracts.","Crops labouring under drought--2 or 3 fine rains have fallen in Philadelphia in past week--unfavorable account of the drilled wheat--great change and decrease in number of sheep since George Washngton's leaving 5 years ago--average fleece from 5 pounds down to 2 pounds--ship Peggy arrived in George Town with the white thorn trees and Mr. Lear's fruit trees--enclosed list for gardener--fence around slave quarters at Union farm--sent oats--on next vessel Washington will send paper for the house.","Requests that Deakins endeavor to put a stop to trespassing on north part of Woodstock Manor in Montgomery County, Md. which fell to Washington's share in division of William Sprigg's property--also requests information on tenants and farms on his share.","Thanks Deakins for trees imported in the \"Peggy\"--but season probably too far advanced for them to live--enclosed is note to Francis Deakins regarding Washington's land in Woodstock Manor.","Glad to hear of rains--will give a different appearance to oats and flax--rains may enliven corn and buck wheat--fears for any grass that may have been cut--little is expected from white bent grass--save as many of the other grasses for seed--drilled wheat and common wheat--deception with respect to potatoes (210 bushels instead of 418) is an example of how little others can be trusted, black or white--Washington knows of the existence of place in Alexandria where pilfered items can be sold--corn--clover--turnip seeds--midlings and ship stuff--Mr. Douglass--will not be at Mt. Vernon until at least the end of the month.","Lambs were not to be sold--if any were, Washington never received the money--plans for the selling/care of the sheep--never kill the females--comments on those who would go against his plan--his absence has afforded them the opportunity--overseers not allowed to sell any animals--Mr. Stuart's selling butter--Washington never entertained an unfavorable opinion of Stuart and always a bad one of Green--Mrs. Stuart fraudulently furnishes butter for McKnight's Tavern--Mrs. Fanny Washington and the dampness of the cellar in the Alexandria house--Davis and his attendants taking a week to complete a job that should have taken a day--Mr. Oneill from Chester County--a freestone quarry near the lime kiln--Tom Davis and Muclus--Thomas Green--bad example for the carpenters.","People write Washington with all manner of requests and he never fails to answer, despite all his public business--he requests information from Fitzgerald on matter mentioned in enclosed letter from Mr. Smith--asks him to send information and the letter back.","George Washington plans to leave Philadelphia on Tuesday and will probably reach Mt. Vernon either Sunday or Monday--bringing two white waiters with him--one is a hostler and the other attends to Washington--tells Pearce to try the turnip seeds to prove their goodness--preparing ground for a seed that never vegitates.","Washington appoints [...] to collect his rents in counties of Fayette and Washington in state of Pa. The name and amount of salary left blank. Washington enclosed this power in a letter of same date to Presley Neville, desiring him to fill in name and amount himself.","Continual disappointment in collection of rents in Fayette and Washington Counties, Pa. forces Washington to place the matter in other hands--he directs Cannon to hand over list of tenants, etc. to [...]. (The name left blank in original and letterpress copy. Washington enclosed this in letter of same date to Presley Neville, leaving to his discretion the person to appoint to the task.)","GW arrived in Philadelphia on Monday--travelled all day through a constant rain--sorry to hear that wet weather interupts work--especially plowing--buck wheat should be plowed in while it is still green and succulent--corn--wheat--oats looked good when he was home--hopes weather does not injure--grass--scythes--hay--replenished with good seed--scratched in with harrows, or rakes with iron teeth--hopes for considerable profit from meadow ground--Capt. Conway of Alexandria sells 400 pounds worth of hay annually--planting corn at Mill swamp not for the sake of the crop but to prepare for grass--the bridge leading to McKoy's house--those parts of the large meadow enclosure at Union farm to be set with grass as soon as possible--fine timothy--instructs Pearce to write memorandums to remind himself of Washington's directions--Mrs. Fanny Washington taking possession of Alexandria house--Mr. Oneill--quarry--send butter and wood to Mrs. F. Washington--measuring of stone--Peter--mules--last Oct., Washington supplied all farms with a complete set of plow beasts (horses or mules)--raising mules for value--night rides and treading wheat will deprive Washington of foals--Lancaster--mares bought for breeding put to work and other rascally treatment by overseers--Sarah--Mr. Lund Washington's receipt for 500 pounds--has heard of illness of Pearce's eldest daughter--should be prepared for the unfortunate event--is satisfied with Pearce's conduct--list of Washington's favorite objectives--Mrs. Washington requests one dozen of the best hams and half dozen midlings of bacon.","Ship Passport written in Dutch and English, signed by George Washington and Thomas Jefferson, from the schooner Elizabeth, dated July 14, 1794.","Frequent rains, not too heavy or too long, will be the making of the corn and buck wheat--directions for plowing wet fields--examine the shocks of wheat frequently--inquires of the quantity and quality of oats--timothy--clover--give John the gardener a dollar on the last day of every month, provided he behaves well--is glad to hear that Pearce's daughter is feeling better--wants to know why Betty Davis and Doll are more than half their time on the sick list--care of grass seeds--little garden by the salt house--Crow, McKoy and Butler.","Cultivation in corn of the lots in the Mill swamp--corn is not so much an object with Washington as meadow--rushes, alders and other shrubs--inquires of the corn (grown, shoot well and look promising)--particular care taken with the seed of rare ripe corn Washington sent home--Butler--grass seed sown with flax at Union farm--Mr. McNeil (Oneill)--quarry--use of the young mules by the overseers and plowmen--inquiries for particular concerning Ruth, Hannah and Pegg--their being sick several weeks together.","Account ledger with Bank of Alexandria (record of deposits and drafts) - holograph - 10 leaves - one page tipped in at end of ledger. This statement, dated March 20, 1821, concerns two of Washington's drafts to Samuel Washington in 1797 and 1799 for $ 1,000.00. Docketed on verso of final leaf: \"Stuart's Exers on Washington etc. Filed with Depon of Jas. K. McKenna 16 May 1821.\"","George Washington has moved to German Town to escape the heat of Philadephia--has not rained at Mt. Vernon for a while--fearful that drought would damage corn--put off sowing wheat until corn fields are clean, light and in good order--preparing no more land for a crop than one can handle--whatever is attempted should be well executed as it respects crops--an essential object with every farmer ought to be the destruction of weeds--his arable and pasture ground should produce nothing but grain, pulse (if he raises them), vegetables of different sorts and grasses--timothy--inquiries about the clover which was sown with the oats at Mansion house--potatoes--Crow has been applying to Col. Ball for a place--McKoy--encourages Pearce to make an agreement with whomsoever will answer his purposes--should be industrious, sober and knowing in the management of Negroes and other concerns of the farm--someone to take the place of Thomas Green to oversee the carpenters--James, Muclus, Davis--description of this overseer--Butler--received bacon in Philadelphia--buck wheat.","Oats, wheat and clover at River farm--laying ground to clover as soon as possible--flour sold in Alexandria--woolen clothes for the people by the first of November--employment of all who can be spared on the new race at the mill--save time and water--sainfoin--potatoes at the Mansion house--gardener is to save as much seed as he can from the everlasting pea--this pea, when cut young, should make an excellent hay-drilled wheat.","Favorable appearance of the corn--ground is in good order for wheat--buck wheat--hemp growing in the vineyard--inquires to the appearance of the potatoes--Kate (wife of Will) at Muddy Hole wishes to serve the Negro women (as a granny) on the estate--pay of 12 to 15 pounds per year--in the George Town Gazette it is written that holders of shares in the Potomac Company (treasurer William Hartshorn) are to give 12 pounds sterling per share--Washington holds 5 shares--Col. Lyles Bond--Crow and McKoy--comments on replacing them--Green--Butler--rare ripe corn.","Workers for the new mill race--comments on the newly hired overseer--Mason--Pine going to school in Alexandria--may fall into bad habits or company there--Mr. Butler--incompetent in his present position--inquires if Groves is married or single--asks about the turnips--inquires after Pearce's youngest and eldest daughters.","Washington asks Lewis to send money from rents to payment of William Pearce in Alexandria, also rental accounts--rents may be applied to purchasing leases, but 10% won't be derived from money advanced--discusses terms of real estate transactions--transfer of leases illegal under Mr. Muse--pleased with Lewis's disposal of Bath and Winchester houses and lots and land on Potomac River, but wishes Lewis had sent the conditions under which they had been let--sends his love, and Martha's, to Mrs. Lewis.","Col. Lyles bond--gives instructions on writing responses to his inquiries--drilled wheat and barley--the culture of the latter is more profitable than the former--directions for dealing with the ague and fever--Mr. Gunnel--Col. Simms of Alexandria--people have taken liberties with Washington's timber and wood during his absence--Mr. Pierce Bailey--selling a tract of land for 1500 pounds--discusses payment--Mr. Gill of Alexandria--Washington agrees to putting a still at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should contact Mr. Stuart if he has questions--young Boatswain.","Deals with the estate of Mrs. Margaret Green Savage, and of her husband Dr. William Savage--Washington relates outline of case still under litigation, but refers Trenor to Rev. Mr. Bryan Fairfax as the one who has best knowledge of case and is still active in it as trustee--tells Trenor \"I have no more right to intermeddle in the Judicial proceedings of the Courts in this Country than you have.\"","Mr. Pyne wishes to be employed at Mt. Vernon--Washington leaves the issues in Pearce's hands--has enclosed a certificate for Mr. Butler--discusses his dismissal--directions for removing the Negro quarters at Union and River farms--warns Pearce not to wait too long.","Returns [unnamed] pamphlets herewith--thanks for perusal of them.","Col. Lyle's bond is discussed--Washington approves of Pearce's sowing early (or distilled) wheat at different seasons to discover the best for it--double headed wheat at Union farm--heavy rains--problems as a result of it--drains in all the fields that need it--Pearce has the ague and fever--young Boatswain--Washington warns that yellow fever may possibly be in Baltimore.","Washington left German Town yesterday and arrived in Philadelphia--Thomas Green has quit of his own accord--Old Bishop should be taken care of--a decision about employing Pyne should be made without much more delay--McKoy--asks about the appearance of the stone quarry--possible replacement for Green--Washington hopes to get to Mt. Vernon before Nov.--may not be possible because of rebellion in the West (Whiskey Rebellion)--Mrs. Fanny Washington requests boards for a corn house--Mrs. Washington requests some artichoke seeds.","Washington mentions a new road and that Pearce is to oversee it--has engaged a Scotchman to replace Green--he is to have Green's house, garden, etc.--James Donaldson and his family will embark for Mt. Vernon on the ship Capt. Mitchell--other directions and requests in regard to the new carpenter--Pyne--is sorry to hear of Butler's illness--GW leaves Tuesday for Carlisle--still hopes to be at Mt. Vernon before Congress meets.","Washington is glad to find that seeding of wheat is over--problems with the new road spoken of in last letter--Mr. Thompson Mason--advantages of new road for him--gives reasons for the construction of the new road--Crow--unproductivity of the ferries--questions if he will receive any advantage from the new public road.","Memorandum detailing a work contract with Mount Vernon carpenter James Donaldson, including his allowances for food, moving expenses, use of tools, use of a house, garden, and cow, and the privilege of the occasional absence, in exchange for his work. Donaldson was a white overseer of the slave carpenters at Mount Vernon.  Washington hired him for his \"sober and industrious\" nature, but soon learned that he was not a competent overseer.  Washington repeatedly wrote to his overseer at the time, William Pearce on the subject of Donald's inability to manage slave labor and Donaldson left Mount Vernon by November 1795.  Autograph letter signed by Washington and Donaldson, 2 pages.","Washington is 55 miles from Philadelphia on his way to Carlisle--comments that neither he nor Pearce is familiar with the management of buck wheat--on his current travel, Washington sees the crop on the whole road--it is cut down and remains in the field in very small cocks--presumes they will stay that way until the seed gets perfectly ripe--the potatoes too were every where digging.","Washington informs Pearce that he will not be at Mt. Vernon until spring--tells Pearce not to delay his trip to the Eastern Shore--disperse the stock which may be endangered by the winter--no more hogs put up for pork than such as are of fit age and size.","Washington returned to Philadelphia on Tuesday last--he expresses confidence in Pearce's care, judgment and integrity--repeats his objectives--regular course of crops; introduce grass where proper; make meadows and hedges; recover exhausted fields; improve stock--large dairies; make hay--these are much more desirable to Washington than to push the best fields out of their regular course in order to increase the next, or any other, year's crop of grains--which would eventually ruin the fields--expresses sorrow over the loss of Pearce's daughter--also, Paris and Jupiter have died--Pyne--McKoy--Washington does not expect much (in the way of overseeing the carpenters) from James Donaldson--Col. William Washington of Westmoreland--Washington repeats his observance of Donaldson--Green--housing the new family in the Green hosue--fodder was gotten in good time--corn yield--wants to know quantity of buck wheat--sorry to find that fly found in the wheat demands immediate threshing--wants Pearce to experiment with price of wheat in grain form or flour--cabins and quarters at Union farm.","Potatoes and corn are likely to turn out well--keep enough buck wheat and potatoes for seed--it is miserable for a farmer to be obliged to purchase his seeds--exchanging may be useful--prices for wheat and flour in Alexandria--Sally Green and her distressed circumstances--James Donaldson into the Green house--Pyne was more a talker than [a worker]--fall plowing--cutting up the fallen timber--hogs for sale--culled sheep--Mr. Hawkins left sundry cuttings of valuable grape vines at Mr. Lund Washington's--cultivate corn and rye--conserving trees at the Mansion house--clearing fields at Dogue-run.","Enclosed thirteen hundred dollars--a bond from Mr. Lund Washington--fifty pounds to go to the charity school at the Academy in Alexandria--Washington's annual subscription of ten pounds to the Rev. Mr. Davis--incumbent of the Episcopal Church in Alexandria--Mr. Herbert.","Gives William A. Washington the desired information on seminaries and colleges to which he could send his children--one in \"this place\" seems to be doing Washington Custis no good at all--British overlooker of carpenters at Mt. Vernon seems unable to handle hands under him; Mr. Pearce might have to replace him--is there any chance of getting man spoken of before for the job?","Letters to Col. William Washington of Westmoreland--the easy and simple manners of Donaldson make him unfit as an overseer of the Negro carpenters--he should, however, instruct Isaac and the boy Jem in the principles of making and repairing all kinds of farming implements--quarters for a new carpenter overseer--Mrs. Fanny Washington--descriptions of people who Washington thinks should be obliged to stay at his Alexandria house--Doctor Craik--which wines to serve his guests--claret, madeira for very extraordinary circumstances--the use of his Mt. Vernon home by curious people--hogs for pork--some bacon for the Mansion--omission of McKoy not to measure his potatoes--Washington wants to compare the crop of corn and the crop of potatoes together--whether it is better to sell wheat as grain or flour--Mr. Minor--Col. Lyles--enclosed money to discharge Washington's bond to Mr. Lund Washington.","Washington discovers that it is more profitable to sell wheat after being ground into flour--Sally Green is cautioned against dealing with Washington's Negroes--grubbing--leaving clumps of trees when clearing--corn will be much better than if growing among single trees--wants the total account of all farms of the corn--wants sheds with brick foundation, at Dogue-run erected for the work horses, oxen, etc.--will send four or five bushels of clover seed.","Problems with the bond to Mr. Lund Washington--Mr. John Mercer--Mr. Randolph--asks not to have any more smith's work done there in the future--wages due soon--prices of flour (super-fine and fine)--crop of fodder has been great--should have a great deal of hay for sale--feeding of Washington's stock--potatoes and turnips--experiment with fattening bullocks--punishing trespassers on Washington's four mile run tract--progress on the new race at the mill--James Donaldson--treatment of visitors--use of wine.","Instructs Lear to look in trunks at Mount Vernon for papers concerning the Potomac Company. Supports pushing forward navigation of river, seeks opinion of English engineer [William] Weston, also may consult [Richard] Claiborne's engineer. Acknowledges the opposition to Potomac Company plans.","Clearing ground for next year--asks if it would be better to have it well grubbed rather than cleaning the ground thoroughly--treatment of other like fields--No. 6 at Muddy hole--corn holes at the Mansion--orchards--directions on fences surrounding corn--clearing of woods--crop rotation--hopes Allison turns out well--possibly who Crow spent much of his time--erecting shed for the cattle by the new barn at Union farm--new sheds at Dogue-run--gathering thorn berries--Oneil quarrying stone at Mt. Vernon.","Total amount of corn crop is 1639 barrels--stock gets 22 barrels per week--14 barrels weekly to the Negroes--totalling 233 barrels more than is made--it is from corn and wheat that Washington expects to pay overseers' wages and everything that needs to be bought--asks about the amount of oats that have been threshed--quantity of potatoes compared with that of corn to determine cultivation for next year--wants to hasten the manufacturing of all wheat due to the price increase--asks about the completion of the mill race--repairing the barn at Muddy hole--before the new barn at River farm is undertaken--brick foundations for the sheds at Dogue-run--is glad to hear so good account of Donaldson--spinning of wool--clean and dirty--allowance of provision for gardener and his wife--Peter--Mr. Lear of George Town--Col. Fitzgerald.","Washington forwards some papers to Lear relative to the Potomac River. He includes a drawing by a Mr. Claiborn describing a new method of lowering and raising boats without locks.","Fencing the ground at the Mansion house for corn--rotations for Dogue-run, Muddy hole and River farms--putting oats and clover in the ground where buck wheat grew this year--leaving two or three clumps of trees when clearing the wood at No. 5 at Dogue-run--for the purpose of shade and ornament--importance of reviewing old letters--carpenters preparing frames, shingles, etc., for putting in more dormant windows in the back of the stables at Mansion house--Washington hopes that with favorable weather the fall plowing is in great forwardness--house Frank and Lucy being idle when not at their specific tasks--cucumber tree--Mrs. Washington sending a present to the gardener's wife--death of Austin--Mrs. Stiles sending his Mare and all his things to Mt. Vernon--shrubs sustaning injury from the deer--preserving the pork--old Butler--honey locust seed--Doll at the ferry--price of flour in Philadelphia still at ten dollars a barrel.","Comments on Pearce's health--hopes that all the oat grounds will be in good order for early seeding--allotment of oats for Washington's horses when he comes to Mt. Vernon--asks about a fallen chimney that injured some Negro children--Doll at the ferry--ableness to work--rotation of crops at Dogue-run--asks about two plows that were sent to Mt. Vernon earlier--asks if they have been used yet.","Fall in prices of wheat and flour--inclosure for corn at the Mansion house--other fences and gates--Washington's plans for the two sheds at Dogue-run--Irish potatoes--will send a bushel and a half of clean honey locust seed--directions for these--French Will--Washington's supposed promised of freedom after seven years of service--Dick at Dogue-run.","Despite probable increase in value of lands because of great immigration, Washington has decided to sell his lands west of Allegheny mountains due to troubles with tenants and collecting rent--he gives Shreve first choice at land in Fayette County [Pa.] on which he now lives--specifies terms--if nothing is decided by the end of February, Washington will feel free to sell land Shreve is on to another.","Washington discusses discrepency with Miller's receipt--price of flour fell before Washington's was made ready for the market--wheat crop over all the U.S. was extremely short--price should rise again before the warm weather--Doctor Stuart--Col. Ball--inquires about the treading floor in the new barn at Dogue-run--a general rule being of leaving either single trees or clumps--gardener is allowed a fifth of what is sold from the nursery--death of Bishop--providing victuals and clothing for Donaldson's son--Donaldson should teach Isaac and the boy Jem in the principles of implements--filling up gullies--French's Will--Washington not too concerned with hunting him up--only as an example--Broad Creek--Bladensburgh--upper Marlborough--procuring seeds for the gardener--St. Foin--Mr. Lear--furze seed--Cale or cole seed--asks if the ferry people will have the field at Mansion house for corn--rotation--Mr. Lund Washington--indebted for fish--Austin.","Washington sends her a copy of Jefferson's \"Notes of Virginia\" [Notes on the State of Virginia]--cannot find \"Dr. Franklin's Strictures on the abuse of the press\" among his remaining volumes of the Bee--he hopes to see her at dinner tomorrow.","Cedar making a good hedge--cedar berries--proper season for removing cedar trees--had success when removing them in a deep frost--wants to experiment with keeping hogs in sties from pigs--death of old Betty.","Mrs. Styles--Austin--Washington doubts that the little old field at the ferry could be got in order in time for oats and clover--use it for corn, wheat and clover--agrees with the arrangement of fields Nos. 1, 3, and 6 at Muddy hole--immediate profit is not so much an object with Washington as the restoration of worn out and gullied fields--old clover lot planted with potatoes--manure the bad parts--advertising the horse and jack--can stand at last year's rate's--wheat fields covered with a thin layer of snow--has enclosed garden seeds for Ehler.","Surveying the four mile run--Mr. [Lund] Washington and Mr. Terret--Moses Ball--likely Washington will have more than 100 bushels of oats to spare--had hoped for three to four thousand--hopes the price will be higher than half a crown by the end of April--transplanting young cedars--make hedges--preparing a seed--lucern--use of a heavy harrow with sharp teeth--linnen to cloath the negroes--proper care and attention given to the bacon--Smith--Old Butler--tedious execution of work by the carpenters--Betty.","Washington received Pearson's letter with 1st volume and part of 2nd of Memoirs of Academy of Arts and Sciences -- gives his thanks to members of the Academy.","Washington has spoken to Mr. William Weston, an English engineer, about Weston's visiting the falls of the Potomac. Working \"on the Canal, between the Waters of Susquehanna \u0026 the Schuylkill [sic]\" Weston will be arriving via Baltimore. Washington regrets that it is too late for Weston to arrange to meet Lear at the confluence of the Shenendoah and the Potomac, as Lear had wished.","Washington was afraid the open weather (frost) would have injured the wheat--expenses of the estate covered by wheat--rolling the bad parts of a field--questions Pearce's surveying assessment of a plot--commiting a jack to the Eastern Shore--Mr. Charles Lee--Mr. Pearse Bailey--land property is rising fast in value--the number of emigrants--Col. Washington--oznabrigs--the Trial--Capt. Hand--high price of clover seed--scaley bark hiccory nut--Illinois nut--honey locust seed.","Selling all the fish to one man is best--if Mr. Smith will give five shillings per one thousand for herring and twelve shilling in hundred for shad, Pearce had better enter into a written agreement with him--surveying the boundries--Mr. [Lund] Washington--cedar berries--oznabrigs--flax--Mr. Bayley--price of lands--especially those convenient to the federal city.","Regarding some of Ball's land which he wants to sell to the government to build an arsenal--Col. Pickering thinks the price too high and situation too low down--Washington doesn't want to say anything more to the Secretary of War lest anyone think he is influenced by family connection--has never seen any such act passed by Virginia legislature as Ball mentioned in his letter of 19 December.","Washington expresses feelings of humility at praise of his work in Revolution and in the government--he gives all credit to \"the Great ruler of events\" and \"kind Providence.\"","Wheat on the ground is in so unpromising a way--inquires to the look of the barley--roller--French's Paul--pains taken to apprehend and bring him to punishment--Dick--Betty Davis--Sarah, possibly a spinner at the Mansion, in childbed--purchase of one thousand yards of German oznabrigs--lucern seed to be had in Alexandria--new overseer at Mansion house--Allison--inquires about the price of flour in Alexandria--both superfine and fine are up again in Philadelphia.","On the Sloop Harmony--Capt. Ellwood--Washington has sent 972 1/2 yards of oznabrigs--Mrs. Fanny Washington---Col. Gilpin--Washington has also included various seeds--some rare and valuable--turnips--chiccory--botany bay grass seeds--requests that the gardener use his utmost skill and care--cabbage--lucern--preparing for its arrival--Sammy is to supply the place of Bristol--Cyrus, a dower slave--the children of Daphne--Mr. Smith--one purchaser for the fish--Mrs. Fanny Washington, Dr. Stuart and Mr. Lund Washington--Gray--India hemp--Pair graffs.","New overseers are turning out well--Grove--Allison--Washington has received twenty pounds of lucern seed--eight pounds of lucern and the like quantity of clover mixed to the acre--grasses ought to be sown on clean and well prepared ground--Betty Davis and Pearce's having difficulty distinguishing between real and feigned sickness--Paul--Mr. Dulany--artichokes.","Mr. Pierce Bailey--land on difficult run--inquiry of the new meadow at Dogue-run--affects of the winter weather on the growing grain, the grass and the fields which are to be sown and planted--Moses at the mill-- Tom and Ben--coopering--Gray--Isaac making ploughs--Donaldson--gardener attending to pease--an English gentleman, named Strickland--red wine and madeira--Mrs. Fanny Washington--porter.","Carter Ben at the River farm, laid up many weeks--potatoe plan experiment--impediments from the weather in sowing oats--winter grain should now show its spring appearance--roller-cutting small grain before it is suffered to get too ripe--honey locust seed--advertising of Paul.","Washington does not expect to be at Mt. Vernon by Sunday--the roads through Maryland are impassible and business in the federal city has detained him--injured parts of meadow should be resown--if that, or the other meadows, were once well taken with timothy, floods would not wash of[f] the soil.","\"Calculation of the number of Bricks wanting for the Barn at River Farm\" --Bricks for barn at River Farm.  Sketch is for barn at Dogue Run Farm.  -total number of bricks for each section of the new barn--sketch of barn placement and surrounding grounds.","Grain and grass have benefitted by the late rains--flour in the mill is to be inspected--poor prices.","Wheat and grass continue to mend--warm weather and rain--also brought on oats--disposing of flour--midlings and ship stuff--Davenport--mill account for last year--the boy at the mill to go to the garden at Mansion house--two deaths in the family--one of them a young fellow--McKoy--Green--Davis--fence at Dogue-run to enclose the barn--the number of bricks required for the barn in the Neck (River farm).","Washington has enclosed sketches of the barn to be built at River farm--2 inch planks of white oak for the threshing floor--1 inch and a quarter pine plank for the lower floor of the graineries--other directions for construction--Mr. Stuart and the making of bricks--asks of the character of the carpenter who built Mrs. Peak's barn--honey locust plants--speaks of a book which contains information on these--Pekan or Illinois nut-plants sent by a gentleman from Jamaica--Doctor Craik--Cooper Jack.","Crops in need of rain--plenty of rain in Philadelphia--need for bread in Europe will raise wheat prices--wants to plant a good many potatoes--buck wheat--white homony bean is very productive--corn--cutting the forward wheat in good season--Dr. Stuart-transplanting the honey locust--speaks of a disorder in the horses.","Washington encloses an advertisement which he plans to put in various gazettes and newspapers -- he confides in secrecy his plan to rent his farms \u0026 the dower slaves -- he may even interest associations in England or Scotland in farms through advertisements in gazettes -- the intermarriage of dower negroes with others and those on neighboring farms will cause affecting \u0026 trying consequences, so Washington cautions Stuart to make no mention of the plan for the present -- he doesn't care to rent farms to \"our country farmers\" because they wear out the land and little else -- he wants Stuart ask in confidence British merchants in Alexandria and Dumfries about the scheme -- Washington mentions Eliza (\"Betsy\") Custis's marriage and gives his evaluation of the groom, Mr. Thomas Law -- thinking of G.W.P. Custiss interests, Washington asks Stuart whether there might have been an erroneous division of negroes for Mr. Thomas Peter for his wife's (Martha Custis's) share.","Details on the shingles--additional directions for the barn--removal of all the cabins at River and Union farms--wants to punish the thief who robbed the meat house at Mt. Vernon--Nathan suspected of this sort formerly--Postilion Joe has been caught in similar practices--Sam would not be restrained if he saw an opening to do the like.","Washington hopes that it rained at Mt. Vernon--insect--distemper among horses--selling hay in Alexandria--Mr. Halley--reducing a lot in Alexandria for an allay--enclosed a newspaper containing some ideas on the culture of potatoes--making them into bread--James Butler--the Academy in Alexandria--Rev. Mr. Muir.","Autograph letter signed from George Washington to Tobias Lear, personal secretary of George Washington, regarding the purchase of bank shares on his behalf. Addressed on verso in holograph with intact seal and docket in Tobias Lear's writing.","Speaks of rains which brought disasters--young mule killed--shells gathered for lime--filling between the logs of the cabins with clay--wheat--the scab--the rust--gullies at the Mansion house.","Washington plans to come to Mt. Vernon about the middle of the month--dormant windows on each side of the pediment--front side of the stable--Donaldson--grain and hay--Davy's lost lambs--very suspicious appearance--he has some sly, cunning and roguish negroes under him--asks how Ben at the mill is employed--Ruth and Ben at the River farm--both Pearce and Groves are ill.","Washington asks Lewis whether he has purchased any of the Berckley or Frederick leases--is he going to?--directs him to send money collected and names of persons as \"I am in want, and have only deprived myself of the use of it from the hope of its laying the foundation of a batter annuity; which my heavy expenditures very much need.\" \"Unless business should require my attendance at the Seat of government sooner it is probable I shall remain at this place until the end of September-\".","Discusses second wheat field at Davy's field on Dogue-run farm--directions for plowing-destruction by storms in GW's locale-chance for wheat next year in Davy's field is hurt by corn-plowing green buck wheat, then sowing wheat thereon immediately, for an experiment-collect money due for flour sold.","Saving sufficient clover seed--sowing wheat as soon as ground is in order--requests the length and breadth of the two pavements between the steps of the middle door and those of the end doors of the Mansion house.","Frequent and hard rains--effect on the forward corn--all the wheats and oats are in--Washington wishes the hay was in also--Donaldson is leaving--requests that Pearce hire the carpenter recommended by Col. William Washington (Washington's nephew)--John Neale can have Donaldson's house and garden.","Plowing Davy's field at Dogue-run--clover being well turned in by good plows and good plowmen--same with the buck wheat--taking the worker force and applying it to another farm that is ready for plowing--barley--Washington asks about the wheat which has already been threshed--asks Pearce to send two bushels of the early wheat to him--Mr. Kitt--900 bushels of oats for sale--Pearce has sold 300--overseers for Union and Dogue-run farms.","Miss Betsy Custis--an enclosed letter for her--a cover letter.","Sowing wheat in ground that is not ready for its reception--sowing the lot by the spring, where potatoes are growing, with lucern--abuse of plows--checked by the overseers--constant repair by Isaac--character of Mr. Neale.","Pearce has recommenced seeding--more favorable weather--all the wheat, sowed by the middle of the month, should be in the ground in good season--Washington fears that Davy's field, at Dogue-run, was too wet to sow--such land as [his], when plowed wet, always bakes hard--expects to set out in two or three days for Mt. Vernon.","Washington asks Page's advice on what should be done about renting or selling land and in working with the writer of a letter Washington encloses--desires to sell share in Dismal Swamp--it is more expensive than productive. This draft written in the hand of secretary Bartholomew Dandridge, with additions by Washington.","Postilion Joe--Washington does not expect to reach Philadelphia before Tuesday afternoon--wheat would be a heavy loss should the weavil get into it--let no time be lost in getting it out of the straw and ground up as fast as the mill is able to do it--take the corn out of the field as soon as it can be safely done--gathering white thorn berries--the sooner the potatoes are up and secured the better--trimming the Lombardy Poplar and the Yellow Willow.","Pearce had been sick, but has since recovered--fly is found in the wheat--expresses disappointment with the Englishman overseer--a certificate for Donaldson--hedging--Washington suspects that Pearce can have no dependence on the berry of the white thorn from his friend in Newcastle--after viewing the hedges from Christiana to Wilmington, Washington does not believe that a gallon of seed could be gathered--pamphlet on the subject of manures--death of the trusty old negro Jack--replacing him--Allison.","Washington wants to enclose all his crops with live fences--asks that Pearce attend to them with as much care as a field of Indian corn--wants to tend less ground--manure and cultivate the smaller quantity higher--English thorn--honey locust--cedar hedge--directions on hedging--Lombardy poplar--Capt. Ellwood--Mr. Hartshorn or Col. Gilpins--has sent 28 1/2 pounds of chiccory seed--directions for sowing--enclosed a small sketch showing the course of a new road--asks Pearce to urge the miller to grind the wheat as fast as he can--inquires about the look of the growing crops and if an overseer for Union farm has been acquired.","Sickness among the negroes--diminishing prospect of a good crop of corn--breaking up the fields for the ensuing crop--preparing the shelters--for the horses at River farm--asks about Neale--list of work for the carpenters--Isaac and Joe--enclosed copy of the invoices of the oznabrigs and blankets--seine twine--payment of Pearce and the overseers--Peter.","Washington says he knows nothing further on subject of extract on other side [which is not on our copy]--asks Morris to let him know what answer to give Commissioners of Federal City--\"Their credit I know has been stretched to its utmost limits in order to keep the wheels moving even in the slow \u0026 unprofitable manner in which they have turned.\"","Materials for hedging--cedar berries--explains his opinion of tilling less land and increasing the quality of the crops--manure--growing grain looks well--hogs put up for porke.","The sickness at Mt. Vernon is abating-tells Pearce to encourage Cyrus to persevere-he is to use money from last year's flour and corn to pay any debts-good price for wheat in Philadelphia-seine twine-Peter choosing two more mules.","Washington fears Pearce is unwell--price of flour is good--Washington can buy twine in Philadelphia, but no vessel is bound for the Potomack before the river closes--gives some suggestions (including hiring the landing out) should Pearce not be able to get twine from Alexandria in time.","Washington introduces Capt. Myers to Lear--wants to know if Myers will be employed as engineer and superintendent for lock navigation by the Directors of the Potomac Company--Lear can determine whether his testimonials as architect and knowledge of locks, etc. is sufficient.","Memorandum in the hand of George Washington with dimensions of architecdtural details in and around the house -- piazza at west door: brick pavement between the tiles 5 feet 3 inches by 9 feet 6 inches; tiles are 12\" square; stone margin around them of 6\" on outer edge, 9\" on inner next the house. --gives measurements of windows in the new room; the Venetian window is given in exact detail; the two smaller (or end windows); the dimensions of the chimney in the new room in detail.","The Mount Vernon farm manager, William Pearce, sends President Washington a memorandum listing some of the room dimensions in the Mansion. Specifically, he includes \"The hight of the Rooms up staires \u0026 garrett; the blue room; room over the small dining room; the room the Marques Delafiat [Marquis de Lafayette] Lodged In; the Yellow room; garret rooms; garden gate; gate front of lawn; kitching [kitchen] garden gate; cellar windows.\" Docketed \"Dimentions [Dimensions] of the Rooms upstairs and the Gates and the cellar windows\". A second memorandum, \t\npossibly in the hand of Tobias Lear. Notes include - of the two sides; That side which fronts the grotto 31' long, distance between corners and window; length of window; hgt of window; the chimney side, height of door, width of wall between door and chimney, sides of chimneys, height of mantle piece; ends 23 ft. wide, doors \u0026 windows; list of dimensions. Third document included shows height of Mr. W.'s room, size of windows, upper windows west side of M[ansion] house, size of New Room chimney, the windows on west side of cellar. Autograph document, 2 page, in hand of William Pearce (?) docketed \"The Sizes of the windows \u0026 C.\"","Partially printed invitation from President of the United States to dine at 4 pm.","Pearce has met with a supply of twine in Alexandria--Washington is not disposed to sell his flour for anything less than it sells in Philadelphia--Davenport should hasten the grinding--suspects that his letter to Pearce must have been opened before it reached Mt. Vernon--by persons looking for bank and post notes.","Davenport is ill--decline in price of flour--price of fish--fallen timbers to the Waggoners--honey locust--inquires of the standing of the winter grain--grubbing--new road--Allison--salary to Mr. Davis--Mr. Herbert--new race at the mill.","Speaks of a certain letter that accompanies two parcels of rice--gives all the information respecting their cultivation--reminds Pearce to document the time and place of the rice being put into the ground.","Sickness is prevelant among the people--inquires if the grain has been covered with snow--death of Davenport--search for a replacement--Ben at the mill is sick also--salary for Mr. Davis--Mr. Herbert.","Pearce has listed Dower Negroes for Washington--asks for a list of all the remaining negroes on the estate--if a replacement for the miller cannot be had, the mill can be rented on advantages terms--hopes to determine the whole amount of last year's wheat--price--repairing the Mansion house--Washington will have Venetian blinds made--Dr. Stuart--Peter--Pearce is to aid Mrs. Davenport should she decide to move to Norfolk--mentions advertisement for determining the possibility of renting the farms.","Washington encloses an advertisement which he plans to put in various gazettes and newspapers--he confides in secrecy his plan to rent his farms and the dower slaves--he may even interest associations in England or Scotland in farms through advertisements in gazettes--the intermarriage of dower negroes with others and those on neighboring farms will cause affecting and trying consequences, so Washington cautions Stuart to make no mention of the plan for the present--he doesn't care to rent farms to \"our country farmers\" because they wear out the land and little else--he wants Stuart to ask in confidence British merchants in Alexandria and Dumfries about the scheme--Washington mentions Eliza (\"Betsy\") Custis's marriage and gives his evaluation of the groom, Mr. Thomas Law--thinking of G.W.P. Custis's interests, Washington asks Stuart whether there might have been an erroneous division of negroes for Mr. Thomas Peter for his wife's (Martha Custis's) share .","On February 10, 1796, upon learning of his eldest step-granddaughter's engagement to Thomas Law, George Washington writes this letter of congratulations to him. Washington's fatherly interest in the betrothal of Eliza \"Betsey\" Parke Custis is apparent. He expresses surprise, gives his blessing, and invites the couple to visit Philadelphia after the ceremony. Thomas Law earned his fortune in India and met Washington's step-granddaughter shortly after his arrival in America. The couple was married the following month, on March 21, 1796.","Washington is under no apprehension of falling price of flour--wishes to rent the mill after the current crop of wheat is manufactured--250 dollars is not sufficient rent--Mr. Digges--Col. Fitzgerald--tenants near Mrs. French's must pay more than 20/. rent for every acre of tillable land--printer in Alexandria does not have enough types for the advertisement--repairs to the north end of the Mansion--Caesar has been absent six days--renting the farms--Pearce is entertaining doubts of remaining another year.","Washington has sent by Capt. Hand, a cask of clove seed and a small box of Apple graffs--apples are of a most extraordinary size--purchasing shares in the Bank of Alexandria.","Scarcity of corn and its high price--new ground at Mansion house--trimming the trees--price of flour and calculations when to sell--renting the mill--100 pounds per year would fall far short--Mrs. French--frost and the look of the winter grain--Allison--Col. Ball--Mr. Robert Lewis--sending out the jacks--Thomas Allison--winter has been open and mild-selling hay.","President Washington presents a small color minature bust portrait of himself by the Marchioness de Brehan, with his compliments, to Anne Willing Bingham, the wife of Senator William Bingham. \"Not for the representation.--Not for the value;-- but as the production of a fair hand the offering is made and the acceptan[ce] of it is requested.--\".","Letter regarding plantation management.","On the Commerce, Washington will send eight bushels of field pea, chiccory and eight bushels of winter vetch--directions for the cultivation--wind blowing down trees--selling the flour--Mr. Minor has recommended a Mr. Darnes as a tenant--Mr. Gill and renting the mill--inquires of the dimensions and details on the chimney in the new room at the Mansion.","Informs Pearce of Sarah Green's distress--if she is in real distress, Pearce should afford her some relief--do not send her money--Washington suspects she may be rigging herself rather than obtaining necessaries for her family--if she cannot support her children, she should bind them to good masters and mistresses who will teach them a trade.","Mr. Lear--price of Pease (flour) due to European accounts--Mr. Smith--tells Pearce to sell all wheat including midlings and ship stuff--high winds destroying the fences--renting jacks--Peter--Mr. Lewis--hopes the gardener tried the apples graffs--bad season at the fishery.","Washington to his nephew, Robert Lewis regarding his method of collecting rents. He also mentions that he tries to avoid litigation, when speaking of a land dispute between neighbors Ariss and McCormick and himself. He ends with a note about his \"Jack\" or donkey, explaining it was too late to send out for breeding this season.","Maria and Charles Washington are unwell--Dr. Craik--since the wheat crop was so bad, it would be unlucky to have also missed the best market for flour--asks Pearce to inquire to Mr. Christie of the character of Mr. Joseph Gallop and his brothers--renting River farm--repairs to the Mansion--Mr. Robert Lewis.","Washington writes his condolences on the death of Bassett's sister, Fanny Bassett Washington Lear--Tobias Lear recently met in Philadelphia with Washington--they discussed, and now Washington writes about, disposition of the children [of Fanny B. Washington and G.A. Washington]--Washington always intended to take Fayette under his care but now decided it better to keep Fanny's children together--final decision to be postponed \"until I bid adieu to public life\"--children are all now at Mount Vernon. [Tobias Lear's wife, Fanny Bassett Washington Lear, has died, leaving 3 children by her 1st husband G.A. Washington. These were Anna Maria, George Fayette and Charles Augustine Washington. Lear himself had one son, Benjamin Lincoln Lear by his first wife.]","Drought continues--the prospect for good crops of small grains is unpromising--Washington wishes the loss in grain may be made up in fishing--fall in the price of flour--Mr. Robert Lewis--Mr. Hughes--Joseph Gallop--renting River farm--inquires of the prospect of fruit--lucern seed--chiccory and clover--Maria and Charles have got well again.","Washington sends invoice and bill of lading \"for the long expected Seeds (which by the bye have cost me at least four times as much as I expected).\" Requests Lear to forward the seeds to his Mount Vernon manager William Pearce, \"the season for sowing the Peas and succory being already far advanced.\"","Between April and May of 1796, George Washington exchanged letters with Virginia statesman Edward Carrington about the context and expectations set forth by the Constitution. After much political debate, the Jay treaty had been approved by the Senate, but the House of Representatives was withholding funding. John Adams and Thomas Jefferson were setting the stage for the next presidential election and it was a time of intense discussions about politics and the public good. ","Understanding that these discussions were an important step in the relationship between the government and the citizens, Washington wrote to Carrington explaining his perspective on these issues: \"Whatever my own opinion may be on this, or any other subject, interesting to the Community at large, it always has been, and will continue to be, my earnest desire to learn, and to comply, as far as is consistent, with the public sentiment; but it is on great occasions only, and after time has been given for cool and deliberate reflection, that the real voice of the people can be known.\"","Washington reflected on the fact that the current debates were not about the Treaty itself, but whether or not there should be a treaty. He wrote a similar letter to Maryland statesman, Charles Carroll on the same day.","Washington will give the application of Mr. Thomas Freeman the same impartial consideration as other applicants for job of surveyor of western boundaries under new treaties--he mentions the election of Mr. Thomas Sprigg as representative from Maryland--Washington makes a lengthy discussion of opposition in House of Representatives to the Jay Treaty--he opines that the country must stay out of European wars in order first to build up its strength and become a 1st rate power.","Drought still continues--has had good rain in Philadelphia--grain and grass in [those] parts look well--Pearce is near the completion of corn--planting--sowing peas and chiccory--winter vetch carefully preserved until Autumn--depreciation of flour price--result of House of Representatives--Mr. Robert Lewis--Messers Bennett and Watts--Washington has sent two dozen Windsor chairs for the new room.","Rain has fallen, but cold and drying winds have reduced its effect--frosts injuring the fruit--clover seed perished as a result of the drought--need for the crop and high price of seed--constructing a lane at Dogue-run next to the overseer's house--receipts for fish--an account kept of the times the Coach Mares go the jacks.","Washington is glad to hear that Pearce has sold all the flour--more rain in Philadelphia than at Mt. Vernon--getting supplied with good rams--Mr. Gough--Mr. Darnes--Davis raising the walls of the barn at River farm--repairing the house in the upper garden, called the School house--Paschal is reported sick six days in the week.","Weather has been seasonable of late, however, the grain and grass have received--transplanting cedar--damage of the family piece of Marquis de la Fayette, sustained as a result of the sun--Peter--the well house from the Mansion has been carried to Union farm.","Interest in the progress toward creating the new Federal City. Refers to the duties of 3 commissioners who were appointed by the Continental Congress--Thomas Johnson, Daniel Carroll and David Stewart.","A pipe of wine and a box of tea sent from Philadelphia--Windsor chairs--Mr. Aimes traveling to the federal city--Mr. Lear will show him the way to Mt. Vernon--inquires of Maria and the two boys--early wheat and other small grains, peas and grasses--India hemp--expects to have many respectable visitors during his stay at Mt. Vernon, and hopes to find everything in good order.","It is not likely that Washington will be at Mt. Vernon before the 20th--everything about the houses should be got in clean and nice order--Neal--Caroline--cleaning servants quarters--abundant supply of meat--inquires of the venetian blinds and the dormant windows in the stables--insists that Pearce mention these and the like in his reports--keep a sufficiency of oats for Washington's horses and those of his visitors--keep the grain and hay harvests from interfering with each other--Miss Nelly Custis.","Copy in Washington's hand - Bond Matthew Ritchie to George Washington 1st June 1796 For payment of $8,820 with interest by Installments - viz. 3469.20 1st June 1797 3292.80. 1 June 1798 and 3116.40. 1 June 1799. The original, of which this is a copy, was on the 22d. of January 1798 enclosed to the Honble. James Ross of Pittsburgh, to be deposited in the Bank of Pennsylvania for Collection agreeably to the tenor thereof - (Signed) G. Washington\".","Bond to pay $17,000 if he fails to pay $3469.20 on June 1, [1797], $3292.80 on June 1, 1798, \u0026 $3116.40 on June 1, 1799.","Signed by Matthew Ritchie.","Witnessed by James Ross and John Ritchie.","Receipted June 6, 1797 for $3,469.20 by G. Washington.","Washington writes that since Anderson didn't answer many of his queries, nothing can be decided about his employment until Washington can see him, which will be at Mt. Vernon at end of month--Washington expected him to speak with candor about his qualifications, although he is \"sensible it is not a pleasant thing for any man to speak of himself\"--as Washington will reside on the estate from now on, much work will be taken off superintendant's shoulders--Washington describes the writing of the weekly farm reports, etc. that should take only a few hours each week--he sees no need for assistant--Fredericksburg mails made up every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday evening.","Weather has been extremely wet--seeding must have gone slowly--Washington Custis writes that Mr. Stuart was very ill of a fever--Scoon--Violet--Cash--weavil is very much in Stuart's wheat.","Washington wishes that the wheat be sown as soon as possible--Mr. Lewis--sowing the winter vetch in proper season--rape seed--inquires if Pearce received any benefit from Dr. Perkin's metallic application--search for new overseers.","Re: Impending trip to Philadelphia. Requests house be ready, especially painting done. George and Martha have been ill with colds. Mrs. Stuart was very ill, now better.","Cyrus--Mr. Frestal and Mr. Lafayette--Mrs. Washington--some butter left in the cellar and some beef in a tub--James--Pearce is to clean out Washington's study and get their baggage and James on the first vessel bound for Philadelphia--Pearce's family is moving to the Mansion house--Dinah--Mr. Blagden to examine the quarry--mules for Washington's carriage.","James Wilkes--Mr. Law--Mr. Alexander Smith is not able to take up his note--Pearce is to make arrangements for Smith's repaying, including interest from the time the note comes due--security of payment--Richmond made an example for the robbery he committed--severe drought--difficulty with wheat--quarters at River and Muddy-hole farms--venetian blinds--dimensions of the window frames.","Forwarded William A. Washington's letters to Mr. Philips of Andover and sends him the answers--received in years past from Sir Isaac Heard, Garter and principal king at arms, the (Washington) armorial--George Washington at the time sent him his best knowledge of Washington progenitors since their arrival in America--gave all information he possessed on subject, but knows nothing of Lawrence Washington's descendants--asks William A. Washington to give any help he can, from old papers he might have and inscriptions on tombs at old family vault at Bridge-Creek, part William's estate--\"Although I have not the least solicitude to trace our Ancestry, yet as this Gentleman (Heard) appears to interest himself in the research common civility requires that he should obtain the aids he asks ...\".  Includes letterpress copy","Drought continues--Egyptian wheat--causey--new road--Davy and Mr. [James] Anderson--scarcity of oznabrigs in Alexandria--paints and oils--Mr. Lear--Mr. Alexander Smith--Pearce is to measure Mrs. Washington's Bed Chamber--dimensions of the chimney in the new dining room--Peter--wants the size of the blue room.","Regarding Maria Washington, Lear's step-daughter. Washington asks Lear to set a date with Mr. Van Vleck, principal of a school for young ladies in Bethlehem, Penn., for Maria's arrival at the school. Wn. proposes that \"... if we were to reduce our cultivation [of wheat] ... to half the present quantity, and manure and till that half well ... our profits would be greater while the other half would be improving.\"","Mr. Lear-Mr. Smith's debt is to stand upon the security Pearce has placed it-inquires of the look of the winter grain and vetches--the yield of the wheat and corn-Pearce has recovered eleven dollars of James Kirk's money.","Washington writes that he received no letter from Pearce which leads him to conclude that something more than common has happened--on board of Capt. Ellwood are oil, paint and oznabrigs--directions for distributing and cutting oznabrigs--dependence of the gardener's wife and Allison's wife-planting shrubs--Mr. Anderson--Washington expresses his wishes to have an icehouse prepared when ice forms--hopes Frank has taken care of the tarriers [terriers]--female in heat.","Wheat is beginning to heat--floor of the barn at Dogue-run has already given way--Pearce must kill and salt the pork before he leaves--also, tend to the ice house--Mr. Anderson--trimming trees--Mr. Smith--Gray the weaver--hopes the shelters for the cattle are up--Mr. Craik--Clark, an overseer prospect--Washington will send a certificate of his satisfaction in Pearce's services as a manager.","Lack of rain--Mr. Alexander Smith--Mr. Lear--the ground, where ivy and wild honey suckle are to be planted, is not to be plowed beforehand--Frank, Hercules, and Cyrus--Allison--Washington is displeased with his conduct--would like the new road completed before spring--Mr. Neal continues indisposed and the carpenters do nothing--Sall, Mima and Dick are regularly returned sick--Mr. Anderson expects to arrive by the 27th--clover grass seeds.","Pearce's conduct during his three years has given Washington entire satisfaction--reluctantly parts with him, on account of a rheumatic affection--knowledge in farming and mode of managing [GW's] business--Washington has great confidence in Pearce's honesty, sobriety, industry and skill.","Washington acknowledges the General Assembly's vote of thanks--he declares that his \"highest ambition has been, by faithfully and zealously serving my country to the utmost of my abilities, in all the public employments of my life, to merit the approbation of my fellow citizens.\"--he now looks forward to his return to \"private occupation in the shades of rural retirement.\"","Washington writes a long letter to his new manager--he has received Anderson's letter and reports--intends separating old and new cattle, etc.--approves killing old bulls--\"... it has always been my custom to supply [my table] with the best [meat]\"--permission to purchase hogs and cattle--distillery, \"the place for, and means of conducting it, is left entirely to yourself\"--cutting down trees in front of house--\"I never expected that that ground [in front of house] would give corn in proportion to the labour I meant to bestow on it--the primary objects of the cultivation are to cleanse it thoroughly of the undergrowth, and to lay it down (as mentioned in my Memorandums) to grass for Pasture, or pleasure grounds, and in order that it may be well worked and prepared for these ...\"--don't finish new road at sacrifice of crops--mill race--wants ditch and fence along this road from Mansion House enclosure to Muddy Hole to be woodland pasture for brood mares--barn floor at Dogue Run--new mill race will avoid high land, which caused leak--boats and seines to be put in order for fishing season--iron for wheel bands--raising turnips, especially Swedish--potatoes--rotation of crops--potatoes planted between corn rows--evaluation of Mr. Pearce's work--filling ice house--fear of fire at Mount Vernon, \"there is nothing that fills my mind with more apprehension when I am from home\"--encloses grape seeds and eggs of silkworm to give gardener--Mrs. Washington requests to pay particular attention to the [Bacon (?)].","Concerning a troublesome set of false teeth that Washington was returning for repair.","Washington writes detailed instructions about the management of his farms--he has received Anderson's reports and inventory--approves placement of distillery at mill as temporary measure--discusses a new road--the dry well in cellar at north end of house to be filled with ice, leaving it open--it melted before, because it was not done correctly--pork is kept there now--he sends new red clover seed discovered by farmer in Jerseys, also potato seeds--Washington will write Landon Carter about sending peas--Anderson should exercise his own judgment on cutting back thorn hedges to thicken them--Washington mentions that Anderson's inventory indicates the loss of a large boat, which would be the second of his fishing boats to have gone missing--he notes in the Alexandria store accounts the great number of spades, etc., carpenters tools, charged to him, and he fears embezzlement--things are to be bought from merchants only on written order from Anderson, as was done in the past--ends by asking Anderson how the grain and vetch are doing.","Washington writes his thanks for Carter's answers to queries--he will respond when he is not so \"occupied with the duties of my public station\"--he asks Carter to let manager, James Anderson, know whether he can get 30 bushels of peas from him, as soon as possible, because Washington always likes to have his seed on hand before he begins to prepare the ground--Washington will pay Carter as soon as delivered.","Washington sells his presidential horses to Elizabeth Powel.","Washington acknowledges receipt of Andersons reports \u0026 letter -- Andersons opinion of the overseers is no doubt correct, and \"if the Negroes will not do their duty by fair means, they must be compelled to do it\" -- despite Washingtons policy of feeding, clothing, and caring for the slaves, they will try to shirk their work with feigned sickness especially after night walking, and must be examined promptly when claiming sickness.","Washington writes to ask Carter to inform James Anderson when peas will be delivered--he affirms Anderson's suggestion that Carter send the order by wagon to the Potomac where Washington's boat can carry it to Mount Vernon--the roads from Stafford Court House to Occoquon are in terrible shape, making this plan the most expedient--Washington will, of course, pay for the use of Carter's wagon--the matter rests between Carter and Anderson.","Washington writes that he had received Anderson's letter with reports--as \"the public business presses me\" and as he expects to be at Mount Vernon shortly, he tells Anderson to carry on--enclosed is a letter from Landon Carter about peas he is to furnish, but as it is unintelligible to Washington, he also encloses his reply to Carter so Anderson can read about the transportation plans and forward the letter--Washington adds a comment about wheat.","Washington writes that he sends the purchased coach horses to her--he hopes they will be treated well as they have been by him--\"as taking formal leave is not among the most pleasant circumstances of one's life\" he bids her adieu by letter until they see each other at Mt. Vernon--his remaining time in city will be taken up in packing--Nelly and Mrs. Washington join him in saying farewell.","Washington's receipt to Powel for $1000 paid upon delivery to her of his \"Town Coach horses\".","Washington responds to Powel's letter teasing him about finding Martha Washington's letters in the writing desk [see letter Elizabeth Powel to George Washington, Mar. 11, 1797]--\"But admitting that they had fallen into more inquisitive hands, the correspondence would, I am persuaded, have been found to be more fraught with expressions of friendship, than of enamoured love, and consequently, if the ideas of the possessor of them, with respect to the latter passion, should have been of the Romantic order to have given them the warmth, which was not inherent, they might have been committed to the flames.\"--he hopes to see Powel in Virginia--gives her names of recommended taverns and inns and distances from Philadelphia to Mt. Vernon--roads in fairly good shape--much repair work to do around Mt. Vernon, \"we are like the beginners of a new establishment, having everything in a manner to do.\"","\"Receipt for £200 Virginia Currency, part payment for 400 acres of land in Gloucester County, the land Washington had purchased from Mr. John Dandridge, Aug. 1, 1789; land to be conveyed to George Ball when he pays £300 more in cash and executes a mortgage for two additional payments, totaling £800. Interest 6% per annum. Signed by George Washington. Memorandum: first payment £3 short, signed George Ball. Second payment to be made before April 10, 1798--signed by Washington and Ball. Under date 1805 Nov. 3, George Ball gives permission for sale and transfer of land by George Washington's executors to Burwell Bassett. Witnessed by Wm. Wirt.\"","George Washington thanks Howard for inquiring of Henry Gough the price of cattle. GW thinks the price of $200 for \"a bull calf of nine months old\" too high. However, he will ask his manager if \"a calf of this Spring\" is worth $100, he may consider pursuing it.","List of pictures with their dimensions:Cupid's pastime, Sunrising, Do setting, the Cottage, The Herdsman, Young Herdsmn, the Flight, Evening, Morning, Nymphs Bathg, the Storm, The good Sqr, four Gibralter pictures, Jones and Pearson, Quebec \u0026 dervelast, Prospects, four of them, Thunderstorm, Storm with lights, Moonlight, A Storm, Davis's Streights, The Greenland Fishery, Hunting piece, Portrait of Dogs, Foundg Hospital, From a Picture, 2 landscapes.  Reverse side contains instructions for white-washing the garret rooms, painting three of them and the cupulo and roof, painting the Piazza outside and inside, above and below.","Washington presents Mrs. Robert Morris with the lustre which hung in the large drawing room in Philadelphia--it came by mistake to Alexandria--he had left the furniture in the two largest rooms of the house they were renting from the Morris family in case President Adams wanted it--parts of it Washington intended to sell, parts to dispose of in other ways--but except for the pictures, he left it all and offered it to Adams for \"reduced prices\"--Adams declined and it was left for Mr. Lear and Mr. Dandridge to dispose of them--this explains why the lustre was packed up and sent to Alexandria--Washington sends it back unopened and hopes it will be received without injury--he sends his regards to Bishop White [her brother]--Nelly Custis and her brother [G.W.P. Custis] are in the Federal City.","Dated at the top, the list of 11 suits includes: \"1 Full Suit of Regimentals;\" ditto half; and suits of Spanish cloth; olive colour; dark brown; lighter brown; half mourning; raven grey; black; then under the heading \"Velvet - Silk - \u0026 Cassimer\" 1 full Suit – Velvet, 1 Uncut.","Letter to James McAlpin, tailor in Philadelphia, regarding an order for clothes and a delinquent order for nankeens. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel. Note on panel, 'By Mr. Custis'","Postmarked by hand \"Alex 22 May,\" franked by Washington, excellent black seal with Washington's family seal imprinted, Washington's watermark (incomplete).","Writing to his agent in Philadelphia, Washington asks him to inform John Aitken, Philadelphia cabinetmaker, that no keys came for the secretary (writing desk) and the side table [sideboard].","Washington expresses his opinions on Anderson's \"Memorial\" to him on proposed plan of work at Mt. Vernon -- agrees substantially with his principles for conducting the different farms \u0026 modes of carrying them into effect","Washington expresses his opinions on Anderson's \"Memorial\" to him on proposed plan of work at Mt. Vernon--agrees substantially with his principles for conducting the different farms and modes of carrying them into effect--some minor modifications may be necessary--overseers don't need to know anything except to obey orders without question--comments on specifics in Anderson's Memorial--grass and oat fields at Mt. Vernon--farm and woodland pastures--\"Although there will be little or no cultivation at the Mansion House after the year 1798, yet keeping up the fences - getting fuel and performing other multifarious jobs\" make it difficult to predict force necessary to work it--grass at River Farm--Muddy Hole, Dogue Run, Union Farm turned more to meadows--wishes new mill race to be completed because he wishes to keep mill busy through the season by purchasing wheat to grind--approves Anderson's plan of a distillery to make profit, and will put carpenters to it as soon as possible--is not inclined to place Anderson's compensation for running the distillery and other business on footing Anderson suggests [Washington and Anderson to share the profits from distillery] but prefers to pay a standing wage--Washington gives his reasons, and will pay £140 to him and if he establishes the distillery which answers purposes, he will increase the salary in appreciation--will also hire a clerk if necessary--but if River Farm is rented, won't increase his wages at all--no overseer necessary for Mansion House, Will can do the work--Washington doesn't want one overseer overlooking both Union and Dogue Run because he has \"always found, however, that Negroes will either idle or slight their work if they are not closely attended to.\"","Letter from George Washington to James McAlpin, his tailor in Philadelphia, regarding payment for clothing made for George Washington Parke Custis. Washington instructs McAlpin to contact Clement Biddle, his agent in Philadelphia, to receive payment. Washington then addresses the issue of an escaped indentured servant named John Cline, stating, 'it was always my intention to have given him his freedom (as I did by the other servants under similar circumstances) when I retired from Public life had he remained with me'. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Asks if there is anyone Pearce can recommend as an overseer of Union farm--the dairies and fowls being attended by the overseer's wife--Washington hopes Pearce's crops have been good--his are as good as can be expected--hessian fly--inquires to the possibility of purchasing 3 or 4 hundred bushels of rye in Pearce's neighborhood.","Washington extends an invitation to Bushrod and wife. Will send a chariot to Colchester to meet them. Will not expect them for dinner which is at 3 O'Clock. With Mrs. Washington (Martha) he extends his best regards and compliments to Col. Blackburn \u0026 family.","Washington writes that Rufus King, the American Minister in London, had the decree of Virginia's High Court of Chancery published in London Gazette for 2 successive months--King sent copies of the paper to Washington, who forwards one to Bushrod and quotes from King's letter about publishing the decree.","Washington commiserates with Lewis over his runaway slave (\"the loss of your Servant\") -- this will become more frequent -- \"I wish from my Soul that the Legislature of this State could see the policy of the gradual abolition of Slavery. It might prevt. much future mischief.\" -- writes about Lewis coming to make his home at Mt. Vernon -- Lewis will be treated as a member of the family, and not paid -- his duties will be to entertain guests and visitors after the Washington retires to bed or study, \u0026 also to record a few papers at times -- Lewis can take advantage of his library (\"I have a great many instructive Books, on many subjects, as well as amusing ones\") -- he can perhaps also gain some knowledge from observing management of the farms by Anderson.","Discussion of William Pearce's employment at Mount Vernon.","Manuscript Architectural Plan of a room in the garret of Mount Vernon sent from George Washington to Clement Biddle when purchasing a stove for the room.","Notes and measured drawing in Washington's hand, specifying how a stove could be installed in a corner of one of the garret or attic bedrooms at Mount Vernon. Drawn at \"a scale of a foot to an inch\" Washington remarks that \"every part of it may be exactly measured and perfectly understood by any workman.\" While not dated (but on paper watermarked 1795, and therefore possibly as early as that), the drawing appears to be either a draft or Washington's file copy of a similar plan sent to Clement Biddle on 15 September 1797, cf. RM-1122.","Washington writes to Biddle to note that the picture frames arrived unbroken--asks Biddle to send 4 gilt frames without glass for paintings, giving measurements for these--also gives corrected dimensions for stove ordered earlier--encloses autograph plan of the room for which it is intended [see drawing under same date]--the new quarter's interest on his certificates will pay for these things--asks Biddle to insert enclosed advertisement, and to send the history of the United States by author unknown but \"which contains Nos. 5 and 6 alluded to in Col. Hamilton's late pamphlet\".","Washington sends this letter to Lafayette by his son--he expresses sympathy for Lafayette's sufferings, and joy at hearing of his release from prison--he explains why G.W. Lafayette did not come to live with him immediately on his arrival in America, the \"delicate and responsible situation in which I stood as a public officer\"--young Lafayette's conduct has been exemplary--filial affection made him impatient to return to France as soon as he heard of his father's release--Mr. Felix Frestel has been like a father to the boy--Lafayette has never stood higher in the affection of the people of America--Washington writes \"I have once more retreated to the shades of my own Vine and Fig tree, where I shall remain with best vows for the prosperity of that country for whose happiness I have toiled many years , to establish its Independence—Constitution—\u0026 Laws—and for the good of mankind in general, until the days of my sojournment, which cannot be many, are accomplished.\"--young George will tell Lafayette of affairs in America and politics.","Washington writes that he will write to Bushrod Washington for papers mentioned in her memorandum--says that \"Having had as little to do with Lawyers as any man of my age I pretend not to be a competent judge of\" the lawyer Swan's claims--claims not to know much about the case at hand [a suit being brought by heirs of Simon Pearson against George Washington, Triplett and others who purchased land from Pearson in 1763; Washington later selling his portion to Lund Washington to make up part of Hayfield farm where Elizabeth resided] but shares what he knows of the merits, possible expense, and prospects of the matter.","Washington writes to Bushrod about the suit of Thomas Pearson, heir entail to his brother Simon Pearson for lands sold by latter to George Washington, William Triplett, and George Johnson--Washington had later sold his portion to Lund Washington, making it part of the Hayfield farm now occupied by Lund's widow Elizabeth--the suit is founded on some supposed irregularity in last proceedings of the time--Washington asks Bushrod's opinion on certain points of the case.","George Washington's letter to William Stoy references medical treatment requested for Christopher, Washington's body servant, who had been bitten by a dog with rabies.  Stoy was a minister of the German Reformed Church in Lebanon, Pennsylvania.  He discovered a \"cure\" for hydrophobia and Stoy's Drops, a popular cure-all medicine. Celebrated for curing person bit by 'Mad animals,' Stoy successfully treats Christopher.","Washington inquires about the character, etc. of a Mrs. Forbes living in Richmond, recommended by John Brooke to be housekeeper at Mt. Vernon--Mrs. Washington \"is exceedingly fatigued \u0026 distressed for want of a good housekeeper\"--mentions the Pearson suit.","Washington writes McCarty a counter-proposal for a possible exchange of lands (5664 acres of McCarty's Sugar Land holdings in Loudoun County, Virginia, for 12,226 acres of Washington's on the Kanawha and Cole Rivers)--Washington makes a new proposition in the unsuccessful negotiation--he insists his lands on the Kanawha will become more valuable soon--a restored peace in Europe would increase immigration to America--Washington wants no legal difficulties resulting from any entail of McCarty's land.","Washington writes that he has received Bushrod's letters and the copy of the deed to William Williams for 589 acres of land, but finds it \"singular\" that the writ docking entail of land cannot be located in the court records--he sends Bushrod further information from his own files to aid the further search in this matter of the Pearson suit.","Washington agrees to high wages demanded by Mrs. Forbes, because of desperate need of a housekeeper at Mt. Vernon--asks Bushrod to make further enquiries concerning Mrs. Forbes and her habits, listing questions of interest--she will not eat at same table with the family, \"for if this was once admitted no line satisfactory to either party, perhaps, could be drawn thereafter\"--he wants Bushrod to ask Mrs. Forbes about hiring or buying a good Negro cook. Letterpress copy","Washington agrees to high wages demanded by Mrs. Forbes, because of desperate need of a housekeeper at Mt. Vernon--asks Bushrod to make further enquiries concerning Mrs. Forbes and her habits, listing questions of interest--she will not eat at same table with the family, \"for if this was once admitted no line satisfactory to either party, perhaps, could be drawn thereafter\"--he wants Bushrod to ask Mrs. Forbes about hiring or buying a good Negro cook--the postscript (which is not in the letterpress copy, but present here) inquires about legal practices that could impinge on the Pearson suit.","A printed bank check, completed in George Washingtons hand, made out to Gideon Worth in the amount of $103 and drawn on the Bank of Alexandria.","Washington writes of the order for the settlement of Colville estate, and Mr. Keith's queries regarding how to publish it--there is no word of Mrs. Forbes--Washington rehashes the correspondence regarding Mrs. Forbes and thinks that the conduct of Robert Brooke \"has been very ungenteel\" in not answering letters concerning Mrs. Forbes, unless the letters somehow miscarried.","Washington proposing that Mr. Parkinson lease one of his farms and agreeing to allow him to come over from England to see farm.","Washington writes that Law's pointer shall be taken care of at Mt. Vernon until he sends for him--pleasing to hear that Maryland to aid \"important objects on this River\"; hopes Virginia legislature will too--returns letter from the Marquis Cornwallis and other recent enclosures from Law--\"To stand high in the estimation of so respectable a character as Lord Cornwallis is a circumstance which must be as pleasing as it is honourable to you.\"--the Washingtons are glad to hear Mrs. Law and child are well--\"we remain in statu quo\"--compliments of season.","Taxes due on Kanhawa County land. Requests General Lee's original deed of conveyance for Kentucky land.","Three page letter written from Mount Vernon that shows Washington's frustration with his adopted grandson.","Washington writes to White to thank him for passing on information about the memorial before Congress and debates concerning the \"disgraceful topic\" occupying House of Representatives [Representative Matthew Lyon's attack on Rep. Roger Griswold]--he decries party feuds--mentions trouble with France and how he had hoped they would unify Congress--asks White what the general opinion of Col. Monroe's \"view of the Conduct of the Executive of the United States\" is.","Some accounts have been sent to Washington, left from Pearce's time at Mt. Vernon--Mr. Lear--Messers Fosters and May--in craddling the wheat, Washington wishes to catch it in the hand--inquires of the possibility of obtaining someone on the Eastern Shore, who understands the business--scythes--Mr. Stuart.","Washington encloses an extract from Rev. Belknap in order to enlist the aid of Chase in answering the questions. Washington wants to encourage Belknap whom he believes to be a man of merit and scholarship.","Washington expresses his opinions on Anderson's \"Memorial\" to him on proposed plan of work at Mt. Vernon -- agrees substantially with his principles for conducting the different farms \u0026 modes of carrying them into effect -- some minor modifications may be necessary -- overseers don't need to know anything except to obey orders without question -- comments on specifics in Anderson's Memorial -- grass \u0026 oat fields at Mt. Vernon -- farm \u0026 woodland pastures -- \"Although there will be little or no cultivation at the Mansion House after the year 1798, yet keeping up the fences - getting fuel and performing other multifarious jobs\" make it difficult to predict force necessary to work it -- grass at River Farm -- Muddy Hole, Dogue Run, Union Farm turned more to meadows -- wishes new mill race to be completed because he wishes to keep mill busy through the season by purchasing wheat to grind -- approves Andersons plan of a distillery to make profit, and will put carpenters to it as soon as possible -- Washington is not inclined to place Andersons compensation for running the distillery \u0026 other business on footing Anderson suggests [Washington and Anderson to share the profits from distillery] but prefers to pay a standing wage -- Washington gives his reasons, and will pay £140 to him \u0026 if he establishes the distillery which answers purposes, he will increase the salary in appreciation -- will also hire a clerk if necessary -- but if River Farm is rented, won't increase his wages at all -- no overseer necessary for Mansion House, Will can do the work -- Washington doesn't want one overseer overlooking both Union and Dogue Run because he has \"always found, however, that Negroes will either idle or slight their work if they are not closely attended to.\"","Washington writes to his nephew about contracting for a supply of corn for his distillery at Mount Vernon; mentions his manager Mr. Anderson.","Encloses 3 tobacco notes--requests Peter to dispose of them \"in safe hands\" for what they will bring--60 or 120 days credit make little difference.","Washington responds to Adams on accepting the appointment of Lieutenant General and Commander in Chief of the American Armies.","Transmit receipt for tobacco note sent by Peter--\"I am ignorant of the principles, on which I am called upon to pay for picking a Tenants tobacco; but presuming it was proper, I thank you for having done it\"--deposit tobacco in hands of Mr. Peter, \"your father\" to be disposed of by him--encloses postnote for $100, deduct what is owned him and return balance.","Autograph letter, signed. George Washington writes to Rev. Jonathan Boucher includes one of Washington's most memorable quotes, his profession that \"Peace, with all the world is my sincere wish\".","Washington writes that he prefers to take a chance on shipping tobacco to foreign markets rather than accept low prices in this country--he desires to know if any foreign bound ships in Georgetown will accept it on consignment, though, before making a final decision--\"I am gathering strength.\"","Washington writes that he intends to build 2 houses not far from Capital, but not as large as Francis imagined--he expects to complete them before Congress \"as I am never long in executing a measure I have once resolved on.\"--the plans are in the hands of Mr. White or Dr. Thornton, and Francis can decide himself how many boarders they will accommodate--there will be three flush stories in each building and garret rooms for servants--if these buildings will suit, they will be ready in time.","Dated \"16th September 1798 at Night\" Washington writes that he is too busy to answer lengthy letters of remonstrance or complaints when a short conversation on the road or any of farms would be far more satisfactory--he will never hesitate to express opinion on his own affairs, and resents the implication that he will not listen to Anderson's criticisms and suggestions--gives instructions in planting of different farms--denies he suspects Anderson of unfairness in his accounts--Washington tells him not to buy wheat too fast but adjust it to the market for flour--he won't go into such lengthy correspondence again since he sees Anderson every day--Washington opines that he cannot open his lips to ask question of overseer or make suggestion without hurting Anderson's feelings--\"It must be obvious to yourself, that it is by my Rents, and the Sales of my lands that I have been enabled to get along \u0026 to support the expence of this house. The Farms do little more than support themselves, and those who overlook them.\"--Washington writes \"I will, once for all, Mr. Anderson, say (and I never profess what I do not feel) that I have an esteem, regard \u0026 friendship for you; but I shall repeat that this will never prevent me from expressing my mind fully and freely in all matters relative to my business.\"–he is also sorry Anderson's son has suddenly decided to quit, but hopes Anderson can quickly find a substitute for him at the distillery.","George Washington's deer park declined while he was away serving as president. In 1792 he replaced its fence with a ha-ha or walled ditch, drawn here in black.  Six years later, he planned a new course for the ha-ha, represented by the dotted line following \"the natural shape of the hill.\"","The entire letter has to do with the financial problems of the Charles Washington's, and George Washington's offer of One Thousand dollars. Washington shows great displeasure in the families \"deplorable\" state of affairs.","Pres. Adams had just appointed the 36 year old nephew of Gen. Washington to the Supreme Court of the United States. Gen. Washington indicates his approval of Pres. Adams' choice as well as his awareness of the difficulties Bushrod can expect to encounter as Associate Justice.","President John Adams had just appointed Bushrod to the Supreme Court of the United States. George Washington indicates his approval of Adams' choice as well as his awareness of the difficulties Bushrod can expect to encounter as Associate Justice.","Final letter of response confirming that he had received the book \"Proofs of a Conspiracy\" by John Robison-a Baravarian member of the Illuminati. Washington reassures Snyder that he is aware of the Illuminati's objective to overturn ... \"all Government and all Religion ...\" but he does not believe these tenets were being propagated by the Freemasonry in America. Washington comments he has no time to read being preoccupied with Mt. Vernon repairs.","Washington congratulates the Carters on the anticipated birth of their 12th child. Washington has \"abundant reason to be thankful for my own recovery\" from a fever which \"deprived me of 20 lbs of my weight; which ... is nearly restored.\"","Washington writes that, despite what she had heard, he has not been suffering from the \"desolating fever\"--he dines at Mr. Willing's (Powel's brother) this day and will have tea with Powel afterward.","In the hand and signed by Tobias Lear or Alexander Hamilton, on Washington's watermarked paper. Washington writes in answer to the firm's letter of 24 October that he does not, as a rule, accept gifts such as their offered literary and miscellaneous paper--however because he does like to support such \"publications which may be useful \u0026 beneficial to our country\" he wishes to enter a subscription for it, if they will forward terms.","In the hand of and signed \"G. Washington\" Tobias Lear or Alexander Hamilton, Washington writes that, as he has no experience with claims such as hers, he must refer her to Gov. Trumbull or members of Congress for information on how to go about applying for half pay due her on behalf of late father Col. John Durkee.","Washington writes that he will breakfast with Mrs. Powel \"tomorrow at her usual hour, if named to him.\"","Washington writes his thanks to Powel for her help in selecting and securing presents for Washington's family members in Virginia--in particular, for the prints and for her offer to choose something handsome to present Eleanor P. Custis--he considers muslin the best gift--asks her to locate some memento for Mrs. Washington--and asks her \"to procure the second edition\" of the present which she intends for Eliza Law lest there be \"a contest ... in which an innocent Babe may become the victim of strife\"--he hopes to leave town Friday or Saturday, but will call on her before going.","Washington writes to Powel expressing his gratitude for the articles she sent and her assistance in selecting them--he encloses $75 in payment--he will deliver her letter to Mrs. [Eliza Custis] Law and give the doll to Eliza.","Washington writes to send a $500 check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria so Mr. Blagden can proceed laying in materials to build Washington's houses in the Federal City--he briefly describes a building he saw in Philadelphia like what he wants built and \"if this is not incongruous with the rules of architecture, I should be glad to have my two houses executed in this style.\"","Washington writes to Stuart that he was pleased to find in Philadelphia recently that so many \"Gentlemen of family fortune \u0026 high expectations\" seek commissions in army--this, and the vain attempt to keep him to any literary pursuits, gave Washington idea to get Washington Custis a commission as Cornet--he also has the conviction that if real danger threatened the country \"no young man ought to be an idle spectator of its defence;\"--this would also divert Custis's attention from thoughts of marriage--Washington wanted to consult Mrs. Stuart and Martha before offering it, but Mr. Lear wrote to Custis about it and concealment of the idea is now impossible--Custis is now a cornet in the troop commanded by Lawrence Lewis--the Lieutenant is Lawrence Washington, Junr. of Chotanck--the matter still must be approved by the President and Senate, of course so it should not to be talked of publicly till then--Mrs. Washington consents but it must have Mrs. Stuart's permission--Washington's caution is because Custis is an only son, the only male of his great great grandfather's family--Providence will protect Custis in camp or field of battle as it would in domestic life.","This memorandum includes totals of the land to be cultivated and that in woods, waste, etc., probably all on Dogue Run farm--list of hands on Dogue Run with their [Ages?, probably drawn up with idea of renting the farm.] Also contains statements that wheat and cattle can be had also at reasonable valuation.","Washington writes in response to his nephew's query about the offer to become the 'Guardian of Nelly' so as to authorize a license for Lawrence and Nelly to marry. He also encourages Lawrence to acknowledge the Secretary of War's offered military commission and either accept or decline the appointment. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Received 4 copies of prints of deaths of Montgomery and Warren [done by John Trumbull]--cannot remember price on subscription lists, so asks T. to let him know the amount and also whether he can receive remittances for his brother in this county--doesn't know whether he paid in advance--papers from Philadelphia have not been unpacked yet--paper accompanying prints says rest of proposed design has been abandoned, due to \"peculiarity of the times\"--coming marriage of Nelly Custis and [Lawrence] Lewis.","Washington writes to Brainerd that he sympathizes with his calamities, but cannot give him pecuniary aid--has had difficulty collecting rents due him and adds that \"the income of my estate does not at this time hardly meet my current expenses\"--further, he believes in helping his friends and neighbors first, and that is all he has the means of doing.","Letter from George Washington to Joseph Anthony concerning payment due after the acquisition of a set of engraved prints by the artist, John Trumbull. The prints were titled 'The Death of General Montgomery in the Attack of Quebec (December 31, 1775)', depicting the death of Richard Montgomery during the attack of Quebec; and 'The Death of General Warren - The Battle of Bunker Hill (June 17, 1775)', depicting the death of Dr. Joseph Warren. These prints were sold on a subscription basis and, having made the initial payment in 1790, Washington is requesting how to pay the final installment. This letter is addressed to Joseph Anthony, John Trumbull's agent in America. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","In a former letter Washington had ordered a uniform to be made as instructed by Secretary of War to be ready by Feb. 22 -- here he suggests sending it by way of Judge Bushrod Washington, who should be leaving Philadelphia for Mount Vernon shortly -- Washington wants the goods packed in a custom-built portmanteau of stiff thick leather, 2 feet long and 2 ft. 9 in round with a flap for brushes, blacking, and so on, with an iron bar running through staples, and a good lock -- he says an able craftsman would have no trouble building one from that description.","Contains Washington's survey of land purchased from George and James Mercer in the neighborhood of Four Mile Run in Arlington, County, Va., known as the Washington['s] Forest tract--Second page shows comparison of three surveys: Gray's \u0026 Adams Patents 1724 \u0026 1730; Jn. Houghs, Nov. 1766; Washington's April 3 and 4, 1799. Does not include a map.","Washington inquires about the uniform he ordered, saying that the last delay was supposed to have been the gold thread which was expected in spring shipping--he requests no further unnecessary delay--asks McAlpin to send it in a portmanteau mentioned earlier and by some person coming through to Alexandria to be left at Post office or stage office there.","Washington follows up on last winter's conversation in Philadelphia, and accepts Boudinot's offer of some of his wine, since his (Washington's) letters seem to have miscarried and a new order will reach Mr. Pintard in Madeira only after his stock is almost exhausted--Biddle will handle the transaction on his behalf.","Letter from George Washington to Alexander Addison regarding money owed on the sale of land at Millers Run in Pennsylvania. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Washington writes that he has received McAlpins letters of the 24th and 27th -- he thanks McAlpin for his efforts in furnishing uniform coat although he failed -- he mentions Mr. Bahr in New York, a tailor who embroidered a cloak for Washington when the capital was in New York, and suggests asking him -- if this fails and the coat has not been sent to Europe yet, he asks McAlpin to keep it and inform him of its state and what can be done with it.","George Washington rented the slaves from Mrs. Penelope Manley French, widow of Daniel French of Rose Hill. In July 1799, Washington wrote to Mrs. French's son-in-law, Benjamin Delany about returning the slaves.","Washington encloses notes for 2 hogsheads of tobacco, and asks Peter to try to sell them in Georgetown or get credit for them--Washington plans to be in Georgetown for a meeting of the Potomac Company on the 5th of August.","Autograph letter signed. George Washington acknowledges and thanks John Beale Bordley for presenting him with a copy of Bordley's recently published book, Essays and Notes on Husbandry and Rural Affairs. The book was delivered to Mount Vernon by Secretary of War James McHenry.","Some time ago a mulatto girl, body servant to Mrs. Washington, ran away--she was found in Portsmouth, N.H.--asks Bassett that since he is going to Portsmouth, would he take steps to send her back--a Frenchman enticed her away but has left her--if she causes no further trouble, she won't be punished--Washington doesn't wish him to do anything \"unpleasant, or troublesome\" to bring her back.","In this letter George Washington writes to Lewis about the rent and value of his various properties along with the slaves that work on those properties, although he writes about his aversion \"to sell the over-plus [of negroes] I cannot because I am principled against this kind of traffic in the human species. - To hire them out, is almost as bad, because they could not be disposed of in families to any advantage, and to disperse the families I have an aversion.\"","Washington takes the liberty of transmitting a letter from Colonel Pickering to the Commissioners of the Federal City for their consideration.","Carriage is sent as Mrs. P. requested--expects to see them about 3:00--Mrs. W. has been very ill--sent for Dr. Craik at midnight--\"Hers has been a kind of Ague \u0026 fever - the latter never entirely, intermitting until now. - I sent for the Doctor to her on Sunday last, but she could not, until he came the second time - yesterday morning - be prevailed upon to take anything to arrest them.\" On outside of cover Washington has added that since sealing the letter her fever has returned--please inform Mrs. [Eliza P.C.] Law.","Mrs. Washington is taking bark for fever and doing better--Washington will have Dr. Craik look at Roberts--if Roberts cannot do the work at the mill, Washington will have to employ another in order not to lose Fall business there--fears Anderson's health won't stand more attention to his work, either--will discuss his ideas on this later.","Washington writes that he had received by Gen. William Washington the model of the improved gun carriage--he approves of new carriage and thinks that it will be much easier to introduce \"valuable improvements\" of this kind at the beginning of military exercises than after people become accustomed to the old.","Washington writes that business, many guests, and Mrs. Washington's illness have delayed his answer to Anderson--\"Health, being amongst, (if not the most) precious gift of Heaven; without which, we are but little capable of business, or enjoyment\" so, since Anderson feels he and family can't be healthy where they live, Washington cannot expect them to live there a year longer--he feels he will have no difficulty superintending his farms himself \"on the plain, simple, \u0026 regular system I am resolved, undeviatingly to pursue\"--he will rent the landing at the ferry, and will try to rent mill and distillery too--the purpose of this letter is to relieve Anderson from embarrassment arising from their bargain on one hand and his desire to leave because of health on the other--Washington reiterates that he has nobody else in mind to replace Anderson and intends to take over farm management himself should Anderson have to step down--he would take $500 per year for mill; Anderson knows better than he what the distillery should rent for--discusses terms for renting the distillery and mill.","Washington writes that he was disappointed in their not being able to visit, but invites him and his wife to Mount Vernon in the Spring--he asks whether there is any wheat available for sale--Washington wants to keep his millers employed but his more alert neighbors bought up local wheat early--Mrs. Washington is still very unwell--he heard of the death of Charles Washington, his brother, in Berkeley, just the previous night.","Washington writes that delays in privately delivered mail caused his nephew's requests not to be fulfilled--no whiskey sent--rye from James Digges Dishman and from William Augustine will be gladly accepted if it is still available, and given gallon for bushel--Washington sends a 5 October 1799 price list of wheat in Alexandria [here separately cataloged].","Washington signed this sixty day note for $1500, dated at Alexandria, Va. 21 October 1799. On the reverse it is endorsed: \"This note was renewed on the 16th Decem. 1799 by Lawrence Lewis's note being discounted for the same Sum, which has been since paid ...\", endorsed by Herbert, also \"1500 -495 G. Washington Dec. 20.\"","Washington writes to Martha Washington's sister informing her of her son John's appointment as a midshipman in the U.S. Navy. On the verso is Washington's draft of a response letter from John Henley to Secretary of the Navy Benjamin Stoddert for young Henley to copy. Enclosure: see October 16, 1799.","Washington states he has examined and approved accounts of ledger.","Washington has heard about Powell using a cutting box of new construction, better and simpler than the common kind--asks Powell to get him one and forward it to Col. Gilpin in Alexandria for him, if he is himself entirely pleased with it. (May refer to a \"chaff cutter\" or \"chaff box\" used for cutting straw chaff, hay, and oats into small pieces to facilitate mixing it with other forage.)","Washington writes to offer his thanks for their invitation to attend assemblies, but \"alas! our dancing days are no more.\"","Washington writes the rumor of his having been in Norfolk is false--\"I have never been farther from home since I left the Chair of Government, than the Federal city except when I was called to Philadelphia by the Secretary of War\"--extends his thanks for invitation to visit at Rosegill, however.","Washington writes to inform Alder that the wine sent by him from Madeira after the order sent through Pintard arrived in good condition will be paid for directly. (Written in Lear's hand, but speaks of him in the third person.)","Are invited to dine with Mr. Jacob Morris on Saturday,\"... where, in the conformity to custom, they will be obliged to drink Tea, and consequently must be deprived of the pleasure intended them by Mr. \u0026 Mrs. Powell\".","Memorandum of questions about rents, bonds, crops, etc., probably to be asked his manager. Autograph document, fragment, docketed in another hand \"General Washington\".","The plan below, is supposed to represent\nthe Piaza [Piazza] – The black describes the Tile which\nit is supposed remains uninjured - \u0026 the white \nstone, which will be necessary to replace the Tile \nthat has been damaged by the Frost – If this\nmode will answer and Knowles [John Knowles] -or Harry [Henry] Young\ncan be engaged – the work might be set about.","An indentured bricklayer and laborer, John Knowles worked at Mount Vernon from 1773 until 1784, as well as from 1786 until 1790. An indentured stonemason, Henry Young worked at Mount Vernon from 1774 until 1781, with an interruption in his services from 1776 until 1778.","Docketed \"Rough field Notes taken by George Washington in running the courses of the Land bot. from George \u0026 Jas. Mercer.\"","Autograph document, half of a cover, franked by George Washington [only part of a signature remains], broken black seal with George Washington's initials, laminated.","Notes on best methods of planting and transplanting various kinds of trees and bushes, including a notation of the agricultural authority, Langley or Miller, from whom he got information. Also a notation on walks -- should be of gravel or Sand and winding and private -- the sides should be lined with Honey suckles -- sweetbrier-, and many other flowering shrubs.","Address leaf to Caesar Rodney, (the Governor of Delaware), signed by George Washington. Franked \"Public Service.\"","Plat of unidentified farmland. Field with 4 plots. Acreage and brief description.","Description of rotation schedule for Dogue-run and the other farms--7 field plan.","Engraved invitation from plate used by President and Mrs. Washington.","Fragment, likely from letter cover, \"Nelly Custis\" written by George Washington","Partially printed dinner invitation from George Washington to Edward Hand. Not in Washington's handwriting. 1 page.","Receipt for blacksmithing tools, GW writes out entire receipt and has vendor, Adam Stephen sign it. Tools listed: bellows, tongs, etc. Autograph document, folio, signed by Adam Stephen.","\"[Ledger A, folio 13, Jan. 25, 1755 \"\"By 6 black Walnut Chairs ... £3.15;\"\" folio 19, Jan. 22, 1755 \"\"By [Col. Stephen] for 6 leather bottomed Chairs ... £3.15\"\"]. £3.15.0 for six common black walnut chairs to be delivered to his order.\"","\"Sir - The purp. of this is to aquaint you of an Engagement we had with the Indians late this afternoon. Three of our men going out on pretense of looking after some horses met with a party of Indians within sight of the Fort, two of which escaped and alarm'd us; we immediately pursued them with a party of between fourty \u0026 fifty men undr command of Capt. Mercer, Lieut. Williams, Ensn. Carten, Ensign McCarty, Lt. Lemen \u0026 myself - after following them about a mile \u0026 an half, on rising a mountain we were fired on very smartly which we warmly returned ....\"","An early receipt regarding a slave at Mount Vernon, docketed by George Washington. The receipts reads \"Colo. George Washington, for the Hire of Carpenter James [and] Cr. by 5 yds of Negroes Cotton.\" Carpenter James was likely a slave carpenter hired to work on the renovation of Mount Vernon. The reverse contains a partial notation by Charles Washington, youngest brother of George, dated 23 April 1759.","Bond for one thousand pounds Virginia currency--for 350£ given by G.W. he has sold two tracts of land, one of 200 acres on Dogue Run, originally granted to 1st S. Darrell in 1794, and the other 300 acres on little Hunting Creek, originally part of tract granted to Matthew Thompson.","Invitation to his half-brother to stop for a visit on his way to Williamsburg. Accounts with Mr. Carlyle not settled. Advice on the purchase of Clifton's land.","Bill for butter. Note at the bottom by Washington indicating an error of £1.0.0. Washington's endorsement on verso, Oct. 1761.","[William Digges of Warburton Manor, Prince Geo. Co. Md. Washington's neighbor, was one of those named in Clifton's suit against Carroll and other.] In this letter he annouces willingness to receive money due and \"wash my hands of ye troublesome affr.\"--also details on exchange of vinegar and other commodities.","\"For carrying 4 hhds tobacco and for kegs of butter. Receipted by Crawford.\"","\"To \"\"George Washington Esqr. a soldier in Capt. Jno Dalton's Company for being absent from Muster ...\"\" Teste copy signed by clerk, John West junr.\"","Lettice Corbin, Essex VA, writes to George Washington, regarding a slave bricklayer named George whom he has rented out to Washington and wondering if he will need the labor beyond the agreed term. Includes a follow-up receipt from Washington on 9 April 1766 outlining payment of 25 pounds in Virginia currency for the use of the bricklayer and acknowledgement of payment received by Geo. Turberville (signed) for Lettice Corbin. Autograph document signed, 1 page, with integral cover. Docketed in the hand of George Washington.","Document signed, partly printed, signed by Jno. Montgomery [Capt.].Bill for freight charges on one butt of wine shipped on \"Alexandria.\"","Bill for freight charges on one butt of wine shipped on \"Alexandria.\"","Report on farming, etc. wheat very poor, gave a very small amount of flour--ground has been either very wet or frozen since Washington's departure, thus holding up the plowing--mention of a good slave whom Mr. Adam will not sell for £50.","Lund writes about crops and planting. Washington in Williamsburg at Burgess meeting, then onto Dismal Swamp. Martha includes a postscript at the end of the letter. One of only two extant examples of correspondence from Martha Washington to George Washington, Martha penned this six line postscript with news and greetings on the second page of a letter from Lund Washington to George on March 30, 1767.","Letter pertains to the estate of the Rev. Charles Green.  (See letter of Wm. Savage to George Washington \u0026 George Wm Fairfax, 1767 April 24).","Account of weather and activities at Mt. Vernon. \"The carpenters are laying the barn floor in the Neck.\" Waiting for the brickmaker's arrival, \"The negroes are all well. Bishop has sowed half his field in wheat and made two casks of cider.\" Expecting a \"great crop of corn.\" \"The Children are very well \u0026 were yesterday at Alexandria Church ...\"","Condition of crops, wheat and corn--sowing--ditchers--several of the Negroes lately sick--Alton's Morris', Cleveland's and Bishops farms--brickmaker failed to report for work--timothy and lucerne--Cleveland's barn floor finished--compliments to Mrs. Washington, her children are well and send love, also their love to Coll. Wm. Fairfax and his lady.","Washington's lost horses have not returned to Mt. Vernon--the corn crop--ditchers--sowing wheat and making cider--Price (brickmaker) has returned because they could get no other--none available in Mr. Piper's shipload of servants--milldam--how to get brickwood across creek?--half planks for Morris' barn floor--children are well--glad Mrs. W. has benefited from springs.","Receipt for £12.18 for teaching Miss [Martha Parke] Custis music \"ending in April last.\"","This bond is the agreement between George Washington and his neighbor, John Posey, confirming Posey's debt of £2000 owed to George Washington. Posey's right as a French and Indian War veteran and part of the Proclamation of 1763 to claim up to 3,000 acres of land west of the Appalachian mountains is conveyed to Washington to pursue these unclaimed western lands. Signed by Posey at the conclusion, with the signatures of John Parke Custis, Martha Parke Custis, and Amelia Posey (John Posey's daughter) as witnesses. The document and docket on verso is in the hand of George Washington. Autograph document, signed by John Posey, 2 pages.","\"Sales of 69 Barrels Herrings on Acct. of George Washington Esqr of Virginia.\"--Charges for freight commission, etc.","Deals with mill and farm affairs--\"Our mill is once more in a bad way\"--wall of water pit falling down.\"--\" ... give yourself no uneasiness or anxiety about the mill, you may depend I will use every precaution to prevent further damages.\"--sale of flour--wheat fields look promising--all are well.","Encloses sales of herring and current account owed them--market for herring and flour low at present.","Receipt for £3.15 for freight on 300 bushels oats.","Expects he has \"hird\" from Col. Fairfax in re selling furniture at Belvoir--asks him to set a date and advertise sale and he will attend--needs 100 bushels of wheat, 20 barrells of corn and money for management of Fairfaxes Berkeley plantation--hopes he won't think him troublesome, but Fairfax has left him in great confusion--asks him to inform W. Peyton if account delivered Peyton by Willis will not be received by Washington in settlement with Peyton.","Balance due, plus interest accrued from Oct. 4, 1771 - to Miss Janny Washington.","Possibly may object to his paying £7 to overseers, but this worked out with Col. Fairfax since four overseers to settle in woods and raise only corn--land nearly worn out, explains his system of crop rotation.","West as far as Goose Creek on way to Mt. Vernon but indisposed and could not go further--needs £50 for management Fairfax estates, if convenient send £10 by bearer and he will get rest when next rides to Belvoir--asks to trouble him with business at General Court--i.e. encloses letter to Augustine Willis for collection of £250, if he gets this will not need the money from Washington.","Thanks Washington for the money which enabled him to send 5 or 6 hands to Red Stone--understands Mr. Thruston is very much pleased with this country, particularly Washngton's property there--his brother to leave for there soon--does not approve of renting Belvoir \"for so short a time\"--will try to see Mr. Delany soon--please pay Mr. Moore the £40 or £60.","Writes of Fairfaxes arrival in England, both are pretty well recovered--acknowledges receipt of Washington letters and packages forwarded to Fairfaxes at York--let him know if he can do any favour for the \"Neptune\" this year--Rev. Bumaly pleased to hear of Washington's health, admires him much.","Has collected rents according to promise--forgot to give him tobacco he had in his pocket, what should he do with it?","Disagrees with Fairfax on renting raccoon branch to highest bidder--thinks should keep fisheries to encourage sale of whole property--minor tenant problems discussed--Daniel Stone wants refusal of west point fishery and 200 acres at £20--if convenient hopes can have sale before harvest as it would be difficult for him to attend then.","Bearer Richard Butcher wants to sell bills of exchange--asks approval on bills for Colo. Fairfax.","Requests instructions for bond to be drawn for tenant, Mr. Morton--bond for things purchased at sale [of Belvoir items]--asks for enough bags for 50 bushels of wheat.","Explains reason for delay of his bond because one person he wanted for bondsman has been abroad--now has Mayor Lowry as security and will get one other before taking over the premises.","Has arrived at Belvoir with bond unexecuted--since he had intimations from Washington that his own settlement at Belvoir would be disagreeable to Washington and not wanting to give offense, decided he would be content to hold the place for only a year--at end of the time, hopes all prejudices and difficulties will be ironed out.","Reference to sale of Mercer's estate--reports he has regained his health by disuse of coffee--announces the death of Philip Ludwell Lee.","Request on behalf of local committee to see if Washington could furnish them ten barrells of powder for use of county--heard he had imported more than necessary--if he can get it to Malborough his scyths can be sent at same time--Mr. Fitzhugh informs him he will have the pleasure of Washington's company Friday night on way to meeting of the Delegates.","Draft for £40 on Mr. William Molleson, Merchant, London.","Signed over to Wm. Fairfax account by G.W. on reverse and later docketed to that effect.","Will let Col. Simpson have money, but had difficulty in selling bill of exchange for continental money -- no word of escaped painter Cleveland -- work on store house and wash house [office] -- John [Broad] and negroes sick -- wet weather and wheat sowing -- scarcity of spinning wheels -- Lanphier supposed to repair old ones -- Committee has made choice of officers for militia -- \"the remains of our company\" to form company and ask Committee of Safety for commissions for officers -- Mrs. Washington to pick up Mrs. [Eleanor] Custis at Mr. B[enedict] Calvert's and go \"down the country\" -- the \"Stoco man\" still working on dining room and Sears on chimney -- fears George Washington mistaken about draught of chimney piece -- wash house [office] to have two front doors.","Meeting Mrs. W. at Mr. Digges across river--thinks Mr. Harrison will accept W-n's offer--Alexa. \u0026 Loudon people worried about Mrs. W.'s presence at Mt. V.--he thinks there's no danger--\"her old acquaintance the attorney\" wouldn't permit Lord Dunmore to come up river \u0026 take her--if necessary he can get her away quickly--she leaves soon for \"down the country\" with son and daughter-[in-law]--he writes G.W. weekly--rain prevents sowing wheat--repairing tumbling dam--work on wash or servent \u0026 store houses--bricklayers working on garden wall--John [Broad] sick--Sears sick--stucco work \u0026 chimney piece in dining room unfinished--bill of exchange--no word from [James] Cleveland or Simpson on western lands--John West wants money owed him--will pay Custis' bond from money of [Jenifer] Adams' bond--what to do with [Jenifer] Adams' land in Md.?--hopes to see G.W. in winter \"for whether things are made up or not I suppose you can leave the army in winter.\"--painter still absent.","Mrs. W. \u0026 Mr. \u0026 Mrs. John Parke Custis stop a few days in Fredericksburg on way to Col. Bassett's--mill dam repair completed--too wet to plow--John Knowles (bricklayer) sick--John Broad back at work--Judge the taylor \u0026 Sears sick--stucco man at work on dining room--carpenters on wash house [office]--letters by Constitutional post most reliable--kept in Alexandria by Mr. Hendricks.","Sent word to Mrs. W. at New Kent informing her to come to camp--expect her here immediately--discussion by Md. and Alex. residents of plan to blocade river--Indian Head best place--\"Captn Boucher [said] he woud undertake with 3 ships [sunk] to stop the Channel so that no ship of Force coud get up the River ...\"--Mrs. W. packed his papers in a trunk to be sent to Capt. McCarty's for safe keeping--she gave him key to G.W.'s study but he won't touch anything there except in emergency--what to do with Col. Mercer's papers?--John West, Mr. Harper, Mr. Wilson ask for money owed them--Bishop needs money--Dr. Crail's negro came with news from over the mountains--Val Crawford comes, feels it useless to keep building on G.W.'s land there because of danger of British burning everything--should he grind wheat?--Jenifer Adams offers to rent Md. land--Col. Mason very ill since convention--Lund thinks Mt. V. very easily defended by 50 men--will consider making salt peter--Custis and wife with Mrs. W. in New Kent--Knowles is well, Webster sick, John Barry dead.","Enclosed letter probably tells of Mrs. W's coming to camp--her long stay in New Kent after being sent for is ill-judged--nothing done about blocade of Potomac River--why he had to pay Mercer money--difficulties of paying in paper money--\"John Lowe the Barber says you owe him 7/6 for a false tale for your hair\"--James Cleveland came with certificates of improvements on Great Kanawa \u0026 Ohio land--settlers there left and went to Wheeling because of Indian attacks--won't return--G.W.'s servants sold and negroes left with Will Crawford--Stephens stayed, will get mill going there--work on dining room continues--little chance of getting absent painter from Lord Dunmore--will plant Bosenberries--difficulties in acquiring spinning wheels--expects another new one, \"so that we shall then have 7 ...\"--wash house [office] chimneys being set up--considers changing door plan, but hesitates altering G.W.'s plans--Skirmish at Hampton--next letter will be by Mrs. W. when she goes to camp.","Dining room almost finished--\"the Stucco Man agrees the ceilg. is a handsomer one than any of Colo. Lewises altho not half the work in it it was a plan recommen'd by Sears.\"--too late to turf the Ha Ha's--what proportions to use on gateways?--Lanphier no help on this or anything else--let him know in Spring what brick work to do after building the underpining \u0026 chimney to the house that will be placed opposite the store house--will plaster wash house or Servt's house [office] this winter--\"I suppose there is a wall to be built in the new garden next the Quarter I think I have heard you say you'd designd to have a House Built the whole length for Negroes ...\"--miller's time wasted with no wheat to grind--coopers work on mill dam \u0026 fencing--unable to buy slave--Lund goes to Stafford to settle mother's estate--will send his own negroes \"over the mountain\" for lack of anything to do in east--announces his intention to defend Mt. V. property against British--.","Account of money since Washington left, together with money to and from Mrs. Washington--all were bills contracted before he left--Washington's mother wrote asking for \"linnen\" not obtainable there and other trifles--explains accounts paid--will try to raise stone out of banks for chimney tops to be put up this winter, for kitchen, storehouse and other house to be built opp.--painting kitchen, storehouse, and house--corn crop--if Washington approves will put up a strong house at Morrises for wine, rum, etc.--Comm. sent to sound the river decided channel too wide and therefore plan [to block river] impracticable or very expensive--so must defend plantations on Potomac with muskets--attitudes of people about defending property in area--sales of wheat--will forward spinning--problems and process of making salt peter--Mrs. Washington does not approve leaving Mrs. Barnes as housekeeper in her absence, so Lund will do housekeeping--house has been crowded with company since Mrs. Washington's return.","Will transplant cherry trees, but thinks they will die--also plant vinyards and clean Hell Hole--much farm work to be done--shortage of help--illness--plasterer still here and Mrs. Washington has decided to have stucco in her room plain--wash house shingled and weather boarded but chimneys not up--report on timothy and other crops--has written every week--payment for sale of Col. Mercer's estate and letter in re. sale to Col. Tayloe--negro quarters need mending--difficulty of getting silver money--will try to collect rents--bull gored a wagon horse--Mrs. Barnes at Mt. Vernon--doesn't believe war ships will come up river this year--shortage of salt in area--his greetings to Mrs. Washington if she gets to camp before his letter--local militia officers.","Will alter servants hall since it is not intended for a wash house--thinks Jennifer Adams has not made a deed for his land unless very recently--Adams wanted to clear himself on charges of cutting timber--will try to get Washington out of bargain with Adams--run-away slave--thinks there will be no action on stopping navigation of Potomac or erecting batteries--will talk to Col. [Geo.] Mason about it--Mason ill--Committee for county chosen recently, lists names--Connelly [Tory] captured while going disguised through Md.--minute scheme for area not up to Conventions expectations--painter [run-away slave calling self Joseph Wilson] among prisoners taken at Hampton, does not want to return--Dunmore proclamation to free all indentured servants and slaves that go over to British--thinks white servants more likely to cause trouble--reviews servant situation, miller being paid and sitting idle--will grind 100 barrels of flour, possibly for export in exchange for arms--promises constant attention to Genl. Washington's affairs.","Examination of [James] Cleveland re certificates of improvements on G.W.'s western lands--pd. Tho. Lawson for iron--Jennifer Adams' land--negro won't return to Va. from Adam's; should he be sold?--Col. [George] Mercer's \u0026 Col. [Geo. Wm.] Fairfax's estates--Bryan Fairfax's peculiar religious behavior--report of Dunmore attacking 100 men \"this side of the great Bridge ...\"--convention to raise 4000 men--Dunmore's negro troops--desires privateers to come and take Dunmore's squadron--negroes ill--Col. George Mason getting well--hopes for gunpowder--proposed Potomac battery--Sears still here painting new room and dining room--he has picture frames to make yet--altered wash house (servt. quarters)--Knowles not recovered [from bull's goring].","Mill swamp to be cleared for pasture--coopers cutting trees for staves--corn--several of Oliver Cleveland's people ill--plan for hedging and ditching--suggests fallowing land \u0026 putting into wheat, thus saving labor for ditching \u0026 hedging--briar hedge planted from mansion to Hell Hole eaten by cattle--cherry trees will not live--\"I should be glad to be informd in what manner the House now Buildy. opposite the store House is to be divided into partitions--in one of your Letters you say it is intended for the sick - if so I woud make Three Rooms in it- 1/2 the House or more in the part next the Chimney the Remainder divided into two Rooms each of which will have a window in it - the Door in the gable end to be of no use but still to be there that it may in its outward appearance look like the Store ...\"--Col. [George] Mercer's estate--[James] Cleveland's report on Kanawa lands-he will go to Fincastle \u0026 Bottetourt Courts to get evaluation of work--Wm. Stephens \u0026 Wm. Skilling here, say buildings on Ohio burnt by Indians--Mrs. Barnes and Milly Posey left today--Dunmore defeated again by Capt. Woodford.","Col. [George] Mercer's estate--difficulties in collecting rents in Loudon, no markets for crops, and men indicted there for spreading ideas that they should not be expected to pay--flower knots in garden to be leveled, flowers shrubs planted elsewhere--gravel sorted for walks--one of Cleveland's men left when hardships set in--Wm. Skilling will repair well--John Broad injured \"playing Frolick\"--wrote to Wmsbg. to sell the painter, now in jail there--believes Washington should accept wages as General.","In this letter Lunds writes about trying to recover runaway negro from [Jennifer] Adams and rent from Adams along with affairs of other tenants, among other topics.","River frozen--hasn't yet seen Mr. Marshall or Mr. Triplett about land exchange--thinks it bad scheme to raise hogs to take care of surplus corn--pork prices low--well keeps caving in, perhaps will have to ask instructions as to where to dig a new one--good negro shoemaker available from Adams--conduct of negroes--better sell bay or stop using him for breeding--hurts him to see miller and mill idle.","\"Bill receipted. Bill for 1 set cart boxes.\"","Exchange of Adams and Matthews land still not settled--much alarm in Alexandria, expecting an attack from 5 large ships reported to be off Cone [mouth of Potomac]--river now blocked with ice but women and children evacuating and moving goods--they will fight to defend town--he thinks the ships more apt to be oyster boats--packing Washington's china and glass into barrels and then would be able to move things at short notice to Mrs. Barnes and to Morris' barn--rum and wine to be moved too--everyone says they will come to help defend the Washington property--thinks 100 men could defend it against 1,000--Wm. Stevens paid for going out to [Washington's] Ohio lands--Cleveland--packing bacon--cannot sell flour--\"I wish you had said how large you woud have the negro houses you speak of in your letter, or whether you woud have them built with or without sheds.\"--one piece of woolen cloth came from weavers--nine wheels at work spinning--John Broad cannot live--tell Mr. [John Parke] Custis cannot deliver letters to Mount Airy because of ice--Mrs. Chichester will stay in Fauquier Co., feels it unsafe in Alexandria--will send his furniture to another county if Washington thinks best, however doesn't believe there will be an attack on Alexandria since Lord Dunmore's troops are too trifling.","Several accounts are over-due, one to Lanphier--Mercer's estate--no one has applied for Col. Fairfax's bond--Lord Fairfax at present pretty well--will sell Adams' negro to someone Washington owes money to--problems of the mill [on Bulskin ?]--Simpson--French and Dulany land not settled--John Broad still alive but dying--the well will hold, must make top brick instead of stone--house opposite store framed but not raised--next will work on 2-family quarters in Muddy Hole--salting fish--letter from England by Capt. Kelso here.","Question of Lund's wages, he only brought it up because Washington had offered to pay him equal to what he had had in any former year--never expects to be rich--will serve him faithfully--Mr. Baily wants 10% to collect the rents, thinks 5% is enough--suggests he might collect them himself--Tayloe has instructed him to deliver the bonds to Col. Peyton--problems with Cleveland, who must be paid since he was acting as Washington's agent--John Broad still alive--Adams' land--Triplett questions boundary between Washington's land and his--Adams pressing him to buy 300 acres--John Stone offering 360 acres on river next to former Adams land--spinning of linen going on slowly--sorry to hear Mr. Custis not well--furniture still at Mt. Vernon, hopes to avoid a move if no attack--Col. West will order militia for defense of Mt. Vernon in event of attack.","Informing Washington of affairs at Mt. Vernon, the condition of the negroes, advising some improvements to Mt. Vernon, and information about the movements of the British.","Dray colt--use of other horses--Stevens will not get to save the rest of Washington's lands [Kanawha] with only the negroes--he thinks it best to get two other white men and have them appointed by court to appraise work when done--if Washington thinks the upset times not enough excuse for failing to satisfy the legal requirements to save land from forfeiture must give Lund liberty to make best arrangement possible with man to go out--7,000 acres patented in Washington's name and Muse upon Pocatallico--Cleveland here and will record work in April when courts in Fincastle and Bottetourt--Cleveland says bottom lands on Kanawha very rich--packing furniture to move to Morris's barn--Cleveland's trial is Tues.--Cleveland claims his behaviour is not criminal and he has been misrepresented--has heard nothing from Milly Posey since Christmas.","Mrs. Washington can accompany the General anywhere now that she's gone thru smallpox [innoculation] successfully--expresses gratitude to Washington for his guardianship--\"He deserves the Name of Father who acts the Part of one.\"","Safe arrival Norwich with 2 mortars after long delay in Sound because of enemy and wind--better to continue by land--needs money to pay pilots and other expenses--send further orders--Capt. Burbeck with 18 of Gen. Lee's guards with him--believes this will be sufficient help--will send rest of troops on--hears of danger on road to New York--since no provisions, sending part of 130 men on--keeping or only sufficient to hoist mortar.","Requests Washington to write Gov. Trumbull to try to get some bounties for his men as for other Conn. battallions--he enlists men on that promise--has clothing for men, which is great inducement to enlist.","Supplies to be moved from Philadelphia to Milltown Yorktown and Lancaster--supplies being purchased--all necessaries for troops on march provided--defends conduct in not buying--there are two buyer in Philadelphia--sends 6 lemons raised near New York City.","Can't persuade troops to remain at New Rochelle in face of superior forces--troops not enlisting, army weak--few [English] troops left in New York--he holds two men who ran off to British, then came back to help a widow escape to New York.","Appeal by British prisoner of war to be exchanged or parolled for a few days to see his brother who has come from England on family business.","Hopes Washington will come to Mt. Vernon while troops in winter quarters--no crop for sale this year--wheat destroyed, mill idle, short crop of corn--gives corn crop yields from each farm--many visiters and horses cause great use of crops--also 24 of own horses--wants to try making rum, sugar, and molasses from Indian corn stalk for money crop.","Stewart is writing about the conduct of some of the soldiers and the need of supplies.","Trees to be planted--Triplett delays signing bond for land exchange with Washington--mentions Mr. McCarty, Massey and Chichester in relation to agreement--boundary disputes--inquire into purchase of Col. Stone's land--Beck's land sold--new covering horse--Col. Triplett accompanies Mrs. Washington across River today on way to camp--will question tenants.","Covering horse arrived--bond signed with Triplett for land below mill race--Robt. Adam pd. account--\"I have a great mind to put the Money into the Continental Loan office, but perhaps it would be proper to get your approbation first\"--[Mrs. Mary Washington] wants Silla sent to her, but Lund hates to part her from Jack--[Charles Washington] wrote for another hand but he didn't send one--tobacco land to be put to flax--pumpkin to be planted--per simmons for beer and spirits--mare sent by Col. Lewis sick--Lund's lip still sore.","Rain and snow prevented his going up to see Washington--will leave for camp last of month--flour and corn for sale, had to sell to govt.--will sell barrels of pork and beef--difficulties getting salt--doubts Lanphier will come to work this spring--who to leave to manage housekeeping in his absence?--Bishop not trustworthy and Milly Posey away from home-will sell negroes at private sale--meeting among Loudon draftees--[John Parke] Custis not returned from Williamsburg--Mrs. Custis and children not heard from--sickness among people--Jack and Sylla distressed at parting--lambs died--mare sent by [Col.] Lewis still sick.","Persuaded Lanphier to work by promising him a portion of corn crop and wool in place of money--much plank wasted by his delay--difficulties of getting their privateer into action--difficulties with draft law in county [Fairfax]--volunteer scheme hasn't worked--reassures Washington he will not leave his employ or hold him for higher wages while he is away leading army--Custis returned from Williamsburg--feeling against R[ichard] H[enry] L[ee] for his supposed scheming against Washington--will make molasses, sugar, Rum from corn next fall-won't attempt tobacco--breeding mare.","Breeding mare--Weaver captured deserter, thus is exempt from serving in army, but he's been let go because of high wages demanded--bargain with Triplett--Blair's bond--money put in Continental Loan office--rents collected from tenants in Loudon and Fauquier--Sam[uel W-n] collected some in Westmoreland--will come to camp after shad is put up for coming year--will send Washington's accounts by Col. Fitzgerald if he leaves first--covering horse thin--progress made on privateer \"General Washington\"--Lund expresses his faith in the ship and encourages Washington to keep his share.","Received letter by Gen. Woodford--can't sell negroes with their consent--negroes from Crawford innoculated with smallpox--getting in shad--covering horses--[John Parke] Custis in New Kent for elections--if not elected He'll come to camp with Lund--corn to sell--money in Loan office--Mercer land and Blair's bond.","Blair's bond--he and Mr. Custis set out for camp next week--Custis elected in Fairfax county--Col. Bassett innoculated for smallpox--less shad put up than expected--stopped running early--\"the Crabs, Thorns, Cedars \u0026c which we planted this Spring for Hedges appear to be all living. The Locusts at the North End of the House are all putting out I believe not one of them are dead, the variety of Trees at the South End are also alive, most of them I hope will live ...\"--ship \"George Washington\" launched--but in mud in Occoquan--loan office certificates--Lanphier worthless, refuses to work--\"I wanted much to get the Window finish'd in the Pediment that I might have the garret Passage plaister'd \u0026 clean'd out before Mrs. Washington returns - beside this the scaffling in the Front of the House cannot be taken away before it is finished - This prevents me from putting up with the Steps to the great Front Door ...\"--Sickness--will bring letter to Mrs. Washington.","Rain and his indisposition prevented his going to camp by now--[John Parke] Custis not to go, must go to assembly--Capt. Triplett's health forces him to resign commission.","John Parke Custis, stepson of George Washington, wrote to George Washington who was at Valley Forge about various aspects of the war.  He notified him that the Virginia legislature passed bills to help raise troops, the arrival of a French ship carrying uniforms and military supplies, and a note to his mom. Docketed by George Washington. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","No word from G.W. in 2 posts--conditions of plantations under Davenport \u0026 Hill--breeding of cattle from Custis' English bull--wet summer--crops of corn, timothy and wheat--no workmen found but Lanphier \u0026 his man--making molasses from corn stalks--\"old Billy Harding wants to rent part of the Land you Bought of Mercer on four mile Run ...\"","Will try to buy Barry's and Marshall's land for G.W.--which negroes to sell?--sorry G.W. must forgo buying lands because of losses from farms under his (Lund's) management--wheat crop almost total loss--(the fly)--prepares to plant tobacco--ditching mill swamp--drowning in mill race of valuable slave Cooper James--Carpenter James injured with axe--received £200 from Capt. Lewis for Phaeton--sold flour to Boston for good price (scarsity there)--suggests G.W. speculate in wheat, sell flour at high prices--Wm. Roberts the miller, his merits \u0026 weaknesses for drink, \u0026 advises not to hire him again--mill race, tumbling dam at Piny \u0026 Dogue Run gate \u0026 dam which Roberts repaired or built--discusses building houses for prospective tobacco crop--campaign in Rhode Island \u0026 departure of Fr. admiral, Lord Howe \u0026 Johnstone--cleared money in pork--can't get workmen to assist Lanphier--\" ... if so the coverd ways will not get done ... \"--sickness among people--good pastures--took paper from G.W.'s trunk, can't get any in Alexa.--letter from Wm. Roberts enclosed.","Relays problems with recruiting for the army, currency depreciation and counterfeiting, land purchases in northern Virginia, and the management of Mount Vernon.","Resigned commission because of ill health--also, \"Would my health admit of my continueing in the Service, I could not Consistent with the Character of an Officer or Soldier by any Means Submit to have younger Officers placed over me.\"","Letter from Caleb Gibbs, commander of the Commander-in-Chief's Guard, to Royal Flint, assistant commissary of purchases, requesting a quarter cask of wine for His Excellency George Washington at Head Quarters. Signed by Gibbs with note that the cask of wine was received.","Concerned with auditing of army accounts ... Lewis, informed of a balance in his favor, requests Washington to order the Paymaster Gen. to honor this balance ... nonpayment of debts will injure him as well as the Public Service …","Invoice for beer, wine, bacon, sugar, and \"1 box directed to Mrs. Washington,\" etc.","Military intelligence--reports movement of British fleet and army in New York.","Requests George Washington's advice whether to sell Eastern shore lands because of heavy taxes and can get no one to live there \u0026 work them--rumors of truce to be offered by British King--appreciates Washington's advice on draining low grounds [at Abingdon] to prevent tidal floods--poor corn crops and depreciation of paper money--everyone paying old debts in paper money--purchase of Alexander's land--army's success at Stony Point. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","John Parke Custis writes to George Washington from his Abingdon regarding an offer of seventy five pounds for his property on the Eastern Shore of Virginia - is confident he can get more. Custis himself is considering purchasing Philip Alexander's land at a tempting price. Expresses his pleasure and congratulatory wishes on the arrival of Count d'Estaing's on the American coast. Custis reluctantly addresses a misunderstanding between himself and Colo. Bassett regarding the valuation and care of Washington's forty-seven head of cattle at Clairborne's plantation in King William County, Va. (part of Martha Washington's dower lands that Washington leased to John Parke Custis in 1778). Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","List of cattle on George Washington's plantation in King George County in the hand of John Parke Custis. The front of the document lists forty-seven cattle including eighteen \"Young Cows\" of the \"common breed \u0026 small,\" sixteen heifers of the \"English Breed,\" three steers, and ten \"best work Oxen.\" The reverse of the lists cattle valued by Colo. Bassett 'last fall.' Autograph document, 2 pages.","John writes how the new plantation needs constant attention, but would be \"very advantageous to your Estate in the Neck, and will add much to the Prospect from the House.\"","Enclosed is letter to Mr. Fras Gallibert, French merchant prisoner at N.Y., to be forwarded to him--his health improves, but George [Lewis'] is poor--George settles on Frederick cty. land; will Washington sell some of his land adjoining?--no news from Charles Town [Charleston, S.C.]--Gen. Woodford moving Va. troops there-\"will not the Irish demands of a fair trade operate to our advantage?\"","Bill addressed Master George Washington--total £297.6.0 Va. Curr.--bill for broadcloth, buttons, silk, thread, dressed leather for making coat and waistcoat.","Showed Col. Bassett his letter, but doesn't know whether he's complied with it--concern over no news from Charlestown [S.C.]--feeling among gentry and people at large regarding congress's recommendation regarding currency--he and Col. Mason expect to be elected to assembly with no opposition.","Incloses Philadelphia paper announcing news of a victory in the south [King's Mountain ?].","Receipts and certificates collected for supplies and horses requisitioned last Jan.--Will Washington appoint someone to examine and approve them as per law of state of N.J. which he incloses?","Mortified at actions of [Va.] legislature--wishes to resign his public office but feels it his duty to continue in legislature to express his protests at their actions--emission of 10 million pounds immediately--action between Cornwallis and Genl. Greene--Greene has won universal esteem for his conduct.","Sends boots Washington ordered from his shoe factory--invites Washington to visit again--sorry to hear Mrs. Washington is ill--suggests she spend summer in Wethersfield rather than go back to Va.--hogshead of boots being sent to Col. Sheldon.","John Parke Custis writes to Washington relieved to hear that his mother Martha Washington is back in good health. His family is suffering from an epidemic that his stricken many family members with his youngest son being dangerously ill. Custis apprises Washington of his current circumstances in dealing with a dispute of monies owed to Robert Alexander for land purchase includes a copy of a notice dates 26 May 1781 [see RM-1188.004]. Reports of damages by British troops to nearby neighbors properties including Colo. Bassett. Fortunately, Custis' home and property were unaffected. He is pleased to inform Washington of accounts of 'our Countrymen do not want Spirit or Inclination to join the Marquiss,' with forty-six men from the county volunteering for service. Custis himself has provided clothes and horses for two volunteers. Reports that Genl. Nelson was appointed governor with the assembly granting him very great powers to support the war. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","On 26 May 1781 John Parke Custis notifies \"To All Persons whom it may concern\" a dispute between Robert Alexander and himself regarding the purchase of land and monies owed by Custis to Alexander. Custis appoints Charles Simms as his lawful attorney in the matter. Custis proposes four options to rectify the dispute and if none are disagreeable, Custis' attorney will authorize a payment of forty eight thousand pounds current money. Autograph document, pages. Docketed in the hand of George Washington. Document included in Custis' 11 July 1781 letter.","Death of his father [Fielding Lewis]--father's will directs Dismal Swamp lands and others to be sold-estate in debt--give opinion on accepting credit and also description of land--mother [Betty Lewis] and family well--\" ... as well as is the old Lady-forwards letter from Havana.","Detailed description of Dow's land on Cameron Run--Mrs. French will never consent to exchange land--G.W. anxious to have her land--Mrs. W. goes to Mr. Digges across river in company of Dr. Stewart (Stuart)--[Mrs. French's land is between Epsewasson and Little Hunting Creeks, part of Union Farm].","Received letters and will forward them to England--will forward Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd's letters under protection of Washington's.","Lund encloses [Benj.] Dulany's letter concerning Mrs. French's landand Mr. and Mrs. D. agrees to sale of land.","Lund writes about further efforts to exchange Dow and French lands, maybe Mrs. F. can be persuaded to trade Manley's land (adjoining French's), and has purchased Dow's land to bargain with Mrs. F along with a description of land.","Lund writes about how the sale of Custis horses didn't take place although Col. Dandridge offers both to G.W. in exchange for giving up two years payments from Dandridge's estate, both as covering horses may repay quickly and one may do for the turf.","Lund writes about how Dow wants payment for land made in Philadelphia and will try to collect rents to repay what G.W. has borrowed. He will also get Gilbert Simpson [on Washington's western lands] to try to get money and James Cleveland to collect debt for Col. Wm. Crawford.","Lund writes about various aspects of the family and the famrs including that he believes there is peace in King's speech to Parliament, horses suitable as chariot horses (will get horse [from Custis estate]), shoats only doubled in size, very disappointing, bank froze all winter, grapevinesand apple trees, someone cutting timber on G.W.'s land, Custis's legal title to Alexander's land [Abingdon], and that children at Abingdon are well, will come to Mt. V. to stay some time.","Lund writes on how the crops are short and other financial matters.","Lund writes about the amount of wheat from each farm and how few will sell wheat, expecting price to go up because of the peace treaty with Britain.","Letter by Betty Lewis--hurt at not hearing from him during afflictions--husband and brother Sam died within 3 weeks of each other and she has been ill--\" ... My Dear Brother was there not one half our you could spare to write a few lines to an only Sister whoe was laboring under so mutch affliction both of Body and mind ...\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, integral address panel. Docketed by George Washington.","Unsuccessful in collecting rents--tenants over the ridge will pay as soon as specie is in circulation among them--they have good crops--Mr. Throckmorton undesirable tenant because he would put negroes and overseer on land, lowering quality--describes tenants and plantations--tenants on this side the ridge in bad shape, can't pay--new cook, Richard Burnett ill, very good industrious fellow, but complains of being lonely--refuses to mix with negroes--[Pitman] best kitchen gardner they've had--kiln for drying wheat--Dow's land--Washington's house in Alexandria--Dr. Stuart to build in Alexandria--got negro from Norfolk where he's been since seige of York.","Sends Washington a pamphlet lately out on a political issue--she recommends it as disinterested and sensible--\"Some say there is no Cincinnatus in existence; I think there is.\"","The drawing was known to George Washington who sent it to Tobias Lear on 22 December 1794, describing it as \"the sketch which has been presented to me by Mr. Claiborn, of the new method of lowering and raising boats without locks.\" Washington had received a letter from Claiborne in 1784 in which he discussed navigable rivers to the west; whether Claiborne sent the drawing at that time is uncertain. It could also have been given to Washington in early December 1794 when he and Claiborne met together in Philadelphia, or sent in a follow-up letter Claiborne wrote on 16 December 1794.","\"Inclosed I have Sent you my Fathers letters wharein you will See his intention Before his death, of releiving me out of my distressis, Occasioned by my Youthfull Folley\"--requests a loan--now in jail.","Lewis, surveyer of Rockingham County, informs W. that he can find no record of registration of land on \"Little Kanaway\" by Col. [William] Crawford--lands on Ohio and Shurtee [Chartier] are regestered-Michl. Cresap disputes this--most of land in newly formed Mononghela county, should make inquiries there--receives condolences on death of brother [Gen. Andrew Lewis?]--death of Fielding Lewis--.","Little news regarding Washington's Ohio lands and plantations under Simpson--can't write what he heard in a letter--David Bradford, lawyer, has news of lands, enclosed copy of his letter--recommends Bradford as good agent for Washington's business there--people in Washington's Bottom on Ohio leaving after hearing he is to assert claim--rumor that Washington's land there has been recently surveyed among large tracts by Pa. People for sale in Philadelphia--people should be warned of a fraud--leaves west as soon as his [Lewis'] land is surveyed.","Incloses draft of a deed to be executed by Col. Bassett--will accomplish his business at next general court.","Wishes to clear up title to land bought from father [Sam. Washington]--originally bought from Col. Phil. Pendleton, and title still in Washington's hand--will be at sweet springs when Washington visits his plantation.","Writes by naval officer going to Philadelphia--fatigues of passage to West Indies and here reduced health--hopes to benefit from more settled climate of this place--ships leaving--sends letters to Mrs. Washington and Fanny Bassett by ship for Norfolk.","Affairs of Dismal Swamp Co.--letters from Mr. Jamason, chief manager--intends to advertise meeting in Richmond in Oct.--will Washington do this instead, for greater effect?--agrees to sale of their partnership lands.","His are only letters which have \"... communicated information of my friends.\"--hopes George Washington has recovered from reported sickness--was very ill after passage, and recovers slowly--Physician in Charleston will probably bleed him to relieve pain in head--will remain til April--always tries to act honorably--thanks for money--will return by water which is cheaper--gratitude to his uncle--can't procure acorns and seeds he wants as \"they fall from the Trees early in November.\"--transplanted 50 or 60 of Magnolia and a number of the live Oak to bring with him--\"Miller's description of the Magnolia cannot be two highly embellished--there is a Species of them called the bay Laurel but none that I have yet heard of under the denomination of the Umbrella, from the discription I have had of it, it will not answer Your purpose I presume, as it is said not to exceed the height of 6 or 7 feet--it may rather be considered a shrub.\"","Major Washington has remained with them since January, and though he wishes he could say his health was improved by the Southern climate, he fears \"his disorder is too inflexible to be remov'd by mere Change of Climate.\"","Lists number of shares owned by individuals, including G. Washington, 1 share.","Bill for plank and shingles, total amount £87.9.0.","Acknowledges receipt of a gross of bottles (probably rye whiskey) and discusses the purchasing of shares of Potomac Company stock.","John informs George that during a recent visit to Mount Vernon a \"great Coat of yours\" and book became mixed-up with his own belongings. John then discusses one of George Washington's notable entrepreneurial activities - the breeding of mules. Seeking to emulate his brother, John suggests that George send one of his \"Jack Asses\" to Bushfield, John's plantation, to breed with his mares.","Jefferson requests information about David Bushnell's \"submarine navigation\" experiments during the American Revolution.","Sends him live oaks plants and acorns of live oak and water oak--also seeds and plants of laurel tree.","Account from April 1786 - Dec. 1788, for various medicines and spices.","Glad to receive news of Mt. Vernon--will enquire about a she-ass--the Secretary and General Nelson most likely to have one--Mr. Bassett gave him box to convey safely to Mt.Vernon--not finished copying letters--will return soon--thanks him for kind invitation [to live at Mt. Vernon as manager ?] and hopes he will be equal to the job-- \"... my experience in business but illy qualifies me for embarking on it, but under Your direction and from your example I flatter myself I shall derive insight, and I must hope that my attention and integrity will in some degree make amends for my deficiencies.\"--wrote to inform him of act passed in Richmond to discharge interest certificates on all Loan office warrants issued by the state--Dr. Lamey [Le Mayeur?] to deliver this and shoes--lots in Fredericksbg not sold.","Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed \"Rect. No. 149 Walker Blunt Block Maker\".Bill for £1.3.0.Receipted on April 14, 1786 by Washer Blunt; Endorsed on back by [the officers of the Potomac Company] George Washington, John Fitzgerald and George Gilpin.","Thornton writes to request G.W. to send any papers dealing with Hight [Jost Hite] land, which he bought of his father [Sam. Washington] and is now up for litigation, if turned out, will have to move house he's begun to other of his lands adjoining this.","This agreement between George Washington and Penelope French secured for his use the last piece of property he added to his Mount Vernon estate, a parcel that would become part of Union Farm. French, who had a life in interest in the land and buildings, also leased to Washington the use of twenty-one enslaved people including \"Will, Paschal, Paul, Abraham, Sabine, Rosanna, Daphne, Lucy, Delia, Grace, Tom, Isaac, Robert, Moses, Julius, Spencer, Nancy, Celia, Nell, Mitty, and Lett\", and three young children not named. The agreement stipulated that Washington must ensure the enslaved were \"clothed and fed in the same manner as slaves usually are within this commonwealth and shall not be removed and worked out of the said county of fairfax\", and is \"unreasonably worked or neglected in sickness or treated within humanity\", they would be returned to French.","Thanks to Washington for letter [offering him and Fanny a portion Mt. Vernon land and the stewardship of Mt. Vernon, thus relieving Washington of many duties]--\"Both Fanny and myself are happier in this family than we could be in any other, or I am persuaded in a house of our own, ...\"","Sends wagon down with spelts [wheat-like grain]--one bag spilled-rest sent to care of Wm. Hartshorn in Alexandria--has engaged part of the Poland oats Washington wants and will procure more.","Thanks for timber near Rectertown--unable to come see him because of \"distressed situation\"--clear of debts in Fairfax--sends son with letter--can Washington employ him (son) or get him into business?","Concern over Washington's letter--insists he realizes importance of good education and strives for it--never lets dress or pleasure intervene--does not intend to follow example of his brother Ferdinand.","Williams' bond is counter-signed by William Kerchival. Latter part of document tells of the seizing of Williams' property by the deputy sheriff for not paying rent as bound.","Receipt for £13.2.6 on July 16, 1787 in Washington's hand, signed by Craig. Bill for 6 weeks board for two servants at 25/ each, plus balance of old account--total £13.15.","Has seen coach painter and quotes prices for painting, gilding, etc. the chariot--this is for varnishing coach body and surface polished, with no varnish to be added later--a cheaper mode is painting first and varnishing later--work will take 4-5 weeks--has made no contract with him, nor mentioned names--cannot give price of lining since coach-maker is away--a postscript gives price of lining as £3 exclusive of cloth and lace--quotes price and yardage of lace and cloth.","Receipt from Joseph Cook [Cooke], a Philadelphia jeweler and silversmith, to George Washington for one gold watch chain with an engraved 'cypher' as well as a velvet ribbon. The total sum listed is £9.7.3. Docketed in Washington's writing and dated August 10, 1787. Autograph document signed, with Washington autograph, 1 page.","Invoice to George Washington from R. Sprigg. Receipted for stud fees of mules.","Incloses copy of account requested--will send account from Mr. Payne--is looking for father's [Fielding Lewis] paper of money payable and receivable from Washington--wants lands sold which father owned with Washington--if possible before he goes west this summer--how much can he get for shares in Dismal Swamp Co.?--has Washington heard of plan to drain it?","Lt. [Bezaleel] How[e], who intends to enter an enterprize to some part of the Spanish settlements on the shores of [So?] America, desires a letter from Washington, stating he was an officer of the New Hampshire line and in the Guards--Trumbull recommends him to be a man \"of probity \u0026 honor\".","Begs financial aid--unfortunate marriage ruined him--married again, but can't get wife's inheritance yet--father refuses to help--rented a house in Greensvill \"in this state\" and has to keep a poor tavern--asks for land in Dismal Swamp to live on--will take care of Washington's business there.","Letter discussing Washington's previous note inquiring if Thomas Lewis would serve as his land agent.","Political situation in Conn.--Gen'l Assembly of Conn. passing resolves for organizing Congress under new constitution--will appoint electors in Jan., \"this appointment the Assembly have retained in their own power - thinkg it more likely to be exercised with judgment \u0026 discretion than it would be to be entrusted in the hands of the people at large\"--Senators elected--Representatives to be chosen by people--mentions circular letter from N.Y. state convention--few discordant notes in Conn. assembly--no disagreement over president, but over vice-president--desires Bowdoin for office, since Adams is talked of for Supreme Court--asks after [David] Humphreys.","Asks Washington's advice and aid--his father's estate [John A. Washington] is in danger of being sued by Dr. Stewart for nonpayment of a bond--this was given to aid uncle Sam [Washington] and now Charles, [Sam's executor] won't pay--doesn't want to sue uncle Chas.--Nancy [Anne Blackburn, his wife] sends love--mares being brought down, will pay for season.","Bushrod to move to Alexandria--can't keep up plantation and practice law too--prefers law--can sell land and negroes to discharge debts due from his father's estate--has rented his land on advantageous terms--Mother will remain at Bushfield--desires Washington's approval--bearer, Mr. Packet goes to Alexandria to inquire about rent of houses.","Conn requests that Washington pay the bearer (John Middleton) 3 pounds \"which the Revd Mr. D. Griffith subscribed for you towards repairing the Church etc.\" Receipted and witnessed by Ricahrd Burnet Walker on verso.","Encloses Mr. Cowper's letter respecting N. Carolina land--Mr. Cowper only one who wants land and can pay for it--desires Washington to agree to sell to Cowper because estate of [Fielding Lewis] needs money from sale of lands to pay debts--he leaves for Kentucky next week, and cannot bargain further--has found bill for £50 drawn by executors of Wm. Armistead.","Declines with thanks Washington's offer of a house rent free [in Alexandria ?]--has no office or outbuildings--might be unhealthy--glad Washington approves of decision to give up farming--conscious of competition legal in Alexandria--he and Nancy [Ann, wife] will be at Mt. Vernon after Christmas.","Armistead's Bill of exchange--made no fixed price in offer of Carolina land to Mr. Cowper--asked what it is worth--has heard land is in bad shape and may be sold for taxes--Mr. Riddick and Mr. Godwin attend to paying this--other land bought not assessed--maybe hard to find land in Kentucky--will give Washington best intelligence of it he can.","Bond of £1000 for 5000 acres of land in Kentucky.","\"For putting in Buckwheat. Receipted by Peter Pool with an \"\"X\"\" mark.\"","This is a petition to George Washington requesting a pardon of Margaret Stone. Citing the facts that Stone is about forty years old, mother of seven children, and it is her first offense, the undersigned [including Lund Washington and Peyton Randolph] request a pardon.","Thanks for kind offer, but had already rented an office--will repair [Washington's] stable for use--accepts offer of hay--hard to get it and expensive in [Alexandria].","Expresses thanks for Washington's goodness--realizes bad condition of their estate--great need for clothes--have a servant stop by Mr. Hanson's for some things to be repaired.","Thanks for unmerited kindness and attention--will pay respects at Mt. Vernon before Washington leaves for N.Y.--sure he will accept the presidency despite preference for Mt. Vernon--\"... it is the general opinion of the Friends to the New Government, that if you decline being at the head of it, It never can, or will take effect\"--returns to London in a few months where he does business under the firm of Donald \u0026 Burton.","Explains inability to answer sooner--will see the land he mentions and give his idea of its value. [This is probably land Washington was considering buying from John Dandridge in Gloucester County.]","Reports that his nephew Lund Washington, heard in Stafford County that people were saying \"we shoud have a very pretty President at the head of our new Government one who had pd of his Debts within the time of the war with paper money altho it had been lent to him in specia.\"--Col. [George] Mason responsible--believes Mason's son-in-law started it.","Washington's letter to him delayed--Gen. Nelson's illness--has seen land Washington is interested in buying--encloses sketch of it taken from old survey--description of land--4 mi. from Gloucester C.H.--\"a good, not a fine piece of land\"--[Sketch of land is enclosed].","2 copies - one retained copy in Warner Lewis' hand. Another contemporary copy in another hand with the docket, \"From Warner Lewis Esqr. 11 March 1789 (Copy). Original sent to John Dandridge Esqr. 26th March 1789\".","2 copies - one retained copy in Warner Lewis' hand. Another contemporary copy in another hand with the docket, \"From Warner Lewis Esqr. 11 March 1789 (Copy). Original sent to John Dandridge Esqr. 26th March 1789\".","In answer to letter of 26th Inst, mentions caution regarding getting ready--is prepared to go with mother and Mrs. Willis on Thurs, or Fri. to Mt. Vernon--remains there till the horses return for his Aunt--hopes to find him at Mt. Vernon when he arrives.","Unable as yet to get information on lands Washington is interested in--goes to New Orleans in 2 weeks--\"I have seen a very extrordinary publication in a Fredericksburg Paper wherin mention is made of Gen. W-ks-n [James Wilkinson ?] having prepared a fleet of 25 Boats some of them armed with three Pounders and maned with 150 men who intend fighting their way down the Mississippi into the Gulph of Mexico. It is very extrordinary how such a report coud have taken its rise as Ge. W-ks-n is now here and intends down the River at the same time as I do, with only five or six Tobacco [ ] instead of 25 armed Boats.\"--sends some \"pecaun\" nuts from New Orleans--Indians doing mischief--but lands settling fast despite scalpings--price of corn--returns to Mt. Vernon in August.","Solicits money from Washington for erection of a Methodist Episcopal church in Alexandria--contributions have been slow--names prominent Alexandrians who have contributed--wishes him a good journey to the north.","PA list of accounts addressed to His Excellency Gen. Washington Esq. from the firm of Pope and Cadle, who sold lace, silk, and other hosiery at 12 William Street, New York. The document shows that on April 30, the day of his inauguration, Washington purchased 3 hat tassels. In May, he purchased 3 pairs of white silk hose and 28 yards livery lace. A note at the bottom states that one pair of hose was for Tobias Lear, who paid for them separately.","It is likely that the hat tassels purchased on Inauguration Day were for Giles and Paris, enslaved men who rode and drove the horses that pulled Washington's carriage.","Delivered his letter and package to Mrs. Washington--has arranged for Mrs. Washington's trip to N.Y.--hired [Gabriel] Van Horn \u0026 Co. to drive her--tries to allay her fears at driving with strange horses and coachman--gives charges for trip.","Mr. Fenwick, bears a gift of a small 2-deck ship which will act as a chimney piece of a large room before a looking glass.","He is sending a sermon preached a year ago which is appropriate today--\"When you removed from my house, your goodness allowed me to be conversant in your family as a domestic for some months, before the College was removed to Concord\".--lauds Washington's religious attitudes and Christian behavior.","Receipt for inoculating fruit trees.","According to Washington's directions he has pd. Col. Hooe £700 in part of debt due heirs of Co. Colville by Th. Montgomerie, Adam Stewart and Cumberland Wilson--will make payments of £500 and £250 soon--\"The Laws both of Maryland \u0026 Virginia authorized me to pay current money at the par of exchange in discharge of Sterling Debts and in the manner Col. Hooe received his money.\"","He has been down the Ohio--found a settlement on the Kanawa under James Neal of Frederick County, who patented 2200 A.--he persuaded them they had no right to the land, since it was in center of land surveyed for officers of Washington's old Va. regt. [Fr. \u0026 Ind. War]--they agree to buy it cheap if it will be sold, because their settlement has increased value greatly of land--people won't settle unless there's a settlement already there--he has power of attorney to make a settlement for Neal.","Mares such as Washington wants can be had for £25 specie--doesn't know cost of sending them to Virginia--his commission for procuring them would be 10%.","Requests loan of about £300 to pay outstanding debts on estate of Mr. Aylett, his wife's first husband [she was Elizabeth Dandridge Aylett Henley, Mrs. Martha Washington's sister]--will give land and negroes as security.","Expresses gratitude for \"your powerful friendship\" in appointment of Mr. Meredith.","Received intimation this morning from Gen. Lincoln, so renewed request made in Philadelphia.","£11.5.0 for shoeing horses, \"a new handel \u0026 ring for a fork,\" and \"to drogs an doctren the whet hors head\".","Betty writes that George Augustine Washington, Bushrod and Corbin are there to help settle Mary Washington's estate--Bushrod says she's to have no part of the slaves [of Mary Washington's estate]--discusses division of her property--doctor's bills high--Col. Ball thinks crops will pay off debts of estate. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Has purchased 2 bay mares for Washington--sends them down next week--with good care, they will be satisfactory next year.","He was manager for Col. George Mercer's estate in Frederick County when it was sold by Washington--Jas. Mercer kept scolding him and complaining of bad management of farms--Mr. Snickers had written letter to Jas. Mercer maligning his conduct--Capt. Ed. Snickers nailed up his cornhouse door and threatened to serve a writ on him--he was going to bring suit against Mr. Mercer for this treatment, but the war intervened--before war, tried to settle dispute but Mercer refused and he brought suit--sends Washington copy of affadavit--Washington, he is informed, means to bring suit against him for damage--lists a number of questions, seeking testimony of Washington in the suit against Mercer.","Has recorded deed of the land in Gloucester to Washington for the £800 offered.","Waited until recess of Congress to bother Washngton with another letter--the Gloucester county land, is not worth £800--John Nicholson of Gloucester is interested in leasing the land on back creek [sic]--Nicholson has asked several questions about the land so passes them on to Washington.","Written at Wilmington, Middlesex County, Massachusetts. The letter expresses the author's laudatory and religious feelings about Washington. This letter was presumably once in the Washington papers.","Seeks settlement for payment for his services as manager of Col. George Mercer's plantations in Frederick County--will acceed to arbitration--puts queries to Washington on his management of the farms, the answers will be put as proof--claims Col. Ed. Snickers cast aspersions on his character--sends letter to Clerk of district court of Fredericksburg.","She is sick in strange city and begs food for self and fatherless child--late husband (Col. John White's) acct. can't be settled until Congress meets--Col. Alexander Hamilton knows her character and situation.","She suffers in prison without heat or bed, with her child, Kitty White--deceased husband's (Col. John White's) daughter has had her imprisoned to give an account of his property which wouldn't pay his debts--she cannot give security until she can write to Georgia and explain the business.","Glad he's returned safely from eastern tour--breeding mares extremely hard to come by--only the wealthy have them and they prize them highly--Adam Reigart is looking in Lancaster Cty, Mr. Baltzer Spangler searching in the county--will try to send mares to Mt. Vernon before Jan.--compliments to Mr. Lewis and rest of family.","Letter signed by Fenwick Mason and addressed to His Excellency George Washington Esq. President of the United States of America. It refers to various wines ordered by the President for entertaining, including \"26 dozen claret and 12 dozen vins de grave.\"","Bill of lading for \"dix huit Caisses de Vin en bouteille\"--shipped aboard the ship \"Le Jean Jacques de St. Malo,\" captain Le Grand.","Encloses a copy of letter from Adam Reigart--sorry so many difficulties have been encountered in finding mares--Mr. Spangler's report not favorable either--has engaged another man--will remain at home 3 or 4 weeks--will write Mr. Miller, mentioned in Reigart's letter--Mrs. Reigart's death and daughter's illness.","Explains why his brother wrote Washington twice on same subject--he [brother] goes to Berkeley to try to discover documents to defend title to his land--Bushrod apologizes for not writing, but injured his hand badly--apologizes for applying for federal job [district attorney of Va.], had thought Supreme Court made nominations, not the president, and he realizes position Washington was put in--congratulations of the season.","Bill for shoeing horses and for bottles of ointment during period Jan. 11-June 15 1790.","At Mr. Nicholson's request, Warner sends a copy of a letter he wrote several months ago, supposing the first was lost in the mail.","Meteorological account--work done on each farm, giving division of labor--work days lost by sickness--stock on each farm--work of ditchers, coopers, and joiners and carpenters--amount of grain ground at mill. Includes putting up post and rail fence around the vineyard.","A list of furniture, including sofas, mirrors, chairs, draperies, miscellaneous small furnishings, lamps, china (Sevres). Used in the New York house; total £665.14.6.","[John?] Fairfax wants higher wages than £25 per annum [as overseer]--will probably leave at end of year--difficulty in finding reliable overseers for the salary--thinks Mr. [James] Bloxham's wages (£40) too high--he's not any better than any overseer in the country--suspects him of embezzling funds from ferriages--Fairfax would like to have Bloxham's job at the high salary, but G.A.W. has discouraged him--but he's a good overseer--recommends removing James from carpentering house to act as an overseer--white overseers expensive--remove Davy to Dogue Run and Will to Muddy Hole--hasn't told the Farmer [Bloxham] yet of plans to oust him--G.A.W. goes to Berkeley for his health--wheat and tobacco crops--flour ground and the prices it will bring--new bolting cloth in place, will enable superfine flour to be made--Mr. Wilson to send his corn to the mill--prices in Alexandria high--will increase crops of pease, potatoes, carrots as Washington desires--Ehler appears industrious and able [German gardner]--\"I have replaced in the Shrubberies the Dogwood Red Bud Sasafrass Laurel and Crabapples - the Ivy have almost entirely died under both walls - among the shrubs some of these shall be interspersed\"--Muse's account with Washington--very cold weather endangers grain crops--barley has suffered much.","For colouring and bordering 2 rooms and mending one room £8.5.0.","Meteorological Account--work done on each farm, giving division of labor--work days lost by sickness--stock increase and decrease for each farm--work of ditchers, coopers, joiners and carpenters--amount of grains ground at mill. Includes \"lathing and shingling the shed of the Barn Yard.\"","Paid account to Porter \u0026 Ingraham, after satisfying himself they were valid--will no more let mares or jennets be taken away from Mt. Vernon before being paid for breeding with Jacks--rest of mares from Mr. Zantzinger have come--encloses his letters [see letters of March 9 \u0026 14, P. Zantzinger to G.A.W.]--is making inquiries for person to take Fairfax's place as overseer--son of James DeNeil is no good in job at Dr. Stuart's--Mr. Gevins is good, but wants his own plantation when Fitzhugh lets him go--has had application from Anthony Whiting, an Englishman, who seems to know the whole business but wants 40 Guineas--gave Gen. Cadwallader as reference--has given Mr. Bloxham his notice and he wants to leave immediately--Davy doesn't want to go to Dogue Run as overseer--pleads his recent jaundiced condition as reason--Will not as good as Davy, but considers him for Muddy Hole--gives number of hogsheads of tobacco prized--Gardener [Ehler] laments no cabbage seed came with other seeds and buckwheat from Biddle--he's fond of flowers but promises to attend to more practical things--\"The posts which stood against the Barn, at the Mansion house I had put within shortly after you left Home.\"--too wet to complete fencing at Deep Run--when Bishop Green went away, secured the house--they are living at place of Col. McCarty's where Mrs. Barnes formerly lived--dampness delays and hampers sowing--a severe sickness among horses and mules--fluctuating wheat prices--sold all on hand, gives prices taken.","Hasn't written him since he left because he's so busy--asks her uncle to please send her a guitar [\"gettar\"], as all the young ladies are learning music, and it is very simple to learn--a man named Tracy teaches the gettar and harpsichord lessons--hears he and aunt are coming home this summer.","One page of accounts between the President's household in New York and local confectioner Joseph Corre. Includes purchases of macaroni, bitter almonds, caraway seed, and ice cream. On April 15, the President's household purchased \"dinner drest,\" when John and Abigail Adams, John Jay, and Thomas Jefferson dined with him. \"Dinner drest\" was ordered again on April 29 when Washington dined with a group of senators.","Signed by Joseph Corre and docketed on verso.","Received his assent to agreement between Dr. Stuart and Alexander on Custis estate--glad it's to be compromised even if injurious to Custis estate--had Custis paid in legal currency, transaction would have been legal--high court of chancery may put price anywhere from £48,000 to £8,000--if the higher figure, would ruin the estate for the Custis children--Col. George Mason considers his appointment an insult, because he never approved of the govt.--but Mr. Hector Ross thinks Mason's acrimony against the Constitution is much abated--Mason dislikes \"pomp \u0026 parade\" in N.Y.--\" ... swearing by G-d that if the President was not an uncommon Man we should soon have the Devil to pay. but hoped \u0026 indeed did not fear so long as it pleased God to keep him at the Head - but it would be out of the power of those Damnd monarchical fellows with the Vice president, \u0026 the Women to ruin the nation.\"--prices high in Alexandria and farmers making money--law passed moving court from Alexandria but another to be passed moving it back--Roger West thrown out of Assembly--Lund's eyes very bad--snowing hard now--wheat crops looking good--describes Washington's stand of wheat at field at Morris, Frenches and the Ferry--hopes to see Washington and Mrs. Washington in summer at Mt. Vernon--\"No person has an idea but that you must remain at the head of the Government so long as you Live. Which I pray God may be with some degree of Comfort and satisfaction to yourself, for I have no doubt but your fatigue, trouble \u0026 vexation is very great.\"","Report of the death of her son Lawrence's first wife (Susannah Edmundson) in child-birth. Settlement of Mary Ball Washington's estate. Asks about her son, Robert, who was serving as Washington's personal secretary.","Blacksmith's bill for shoeing General Washington's horses and making a bolt for a [coach]--part itemized, part lumped together: \"To shoeing \u0026 repairing shoes \u0026c of 11 horses for 2 months ... \"--included are \"Two charges for shoeing a gray mare not entered ... being for T. Lear.\" Receipted by Cliland on September 27.","Report of work done on each farm during the week, including report of amount of grain ground at mill, sickness among negroes, increase and decrease in cattle, work of ditchers. Autograph document, 4 pages, in hand of G. A. Washington, docketed by George Washington, \"From Maj. Geo. A. Washington 20th Aug. 1790,\" docketed in another hand \"Report Aug. 1790 Mt. Vernon,\" laminated, watermark (F. Hayes \u0026 crown over encircled heraldic device).","Safe arrival of Will--expected him home at Mt. Vernon sooner--his great anxiety to do right in Washington's affairs--considering moving Anthony Whiting to place occupied by Fairfax when he goes--estimate of Whiting's capabilities and character--Garner [Wm. Gardener, overseer of the River Plantation?] is leaving too, wants higher wages--Mr. Gwin in Alexandria has recommended a young boy of respectable family to take Garner's place--he has had no experience--no family--George A. Washington disagrees with Washington's theory of having all married men--cheaper to have single one--work terms of new overseer--wheat and buckwheat--corn seed sent from New York good--corn crop--\"... a piece of wood of the kind and dimensions you denoted shall be prepared ...\"--very little ice left--Peter and Godfrey busy with small odd jobs--mares in pasture are mischievous and troublesome--terrible rain storm and winds delay work--corn broken down--weather warm until yesterday--very cool--red corn George Washington sent destroyed by insects, dying in the hill--pumpkin seed from Col. Platt's prizes he thinks will flourish.","For a newspaper subscription--\"To Sub to Daily Advn. from the 1st May 17[illegible] [to] this day is 1 Year \u0026 4 months @48[illegible] To Advr [illegible] £4.[illegible].\"","Meteorological account -- work done on each farm, giving division of labor -- work days lost by sickness -- stock increase and decrease -- work of ditchers, coopers, joiners and carpenters -- amount of grain ground at mill. Includes work on new barn and stables at Mansion House.","Meteorological account -- work done on each farm, giving division of labor -- work days lost by sickness -- stock increase and decrease -- work of ditchers, coopers, joiners and carpenters -- amount of grain ground at mill. Includes work on new barn and stables at Mansion House.","Washington's sister mentions his recent trip to Rhode Island, inquires about his health, and reports her health problems. She would like to visit Mount Vernon before the Washingtons return to Philadelphia; invites them to visit her. Mentions items left to Washington in their mother's will; the accounts of the estate will be settled soon.","In hand of George Augustine Washington and includes; Meteorological account--work done on each farm giving division of labor--work days lost by sickness--stock increase and decrease--work of ditchers and coopers, joiners and carpenters--amount of grain ground at mill. Mentions making stalls in the sheds of the new barn; also, putting up a post and rail fence to enclose cow-house.","George A. Washington writes about how he didn't write sooner because George Washington had just left Mt. Vernon -- will be more prompt with reports hereafter -- unable to complete the barn for the stock because of many other jobs for Carpenters \u0026 their illness -- some progress made on barn.","Account with David Clark in Philadelphia for repairing the coach, harnesses, halters, and reins over a period of several years.","Receipt for £50 from George Washington by George [Augustine] Washington's hands--for his donation for year 1790 to school in the Alexandria Academy.","Receipted [April] 12 by John Barnes. Account for Feb. 21 and April 2 for Best Bourbon Coffee, amounting to £8.15.4.","A bond detailing a loan agreement between De Barth and Washington. Signed by Washington, De Barth, Peter Miller, and Tobias Lear.","Receipted on [June 2] by H. Burgess. Account includes cotton, linens, gause, etc., amounting to £6.19.1.","Writes to know if Washington arrived safe in Philadelphia--weather has been miserable since he left--Mrs. Stuart here at Mount Vernon, waiting to go over the river--Mr. and Mrs. Lund Washington here yesterday--he is worse--veal lights, supposed to help his eyes, have made them worse.","This document is an account of medical calls and treatments at Mount Vernon, mostly to slaves, from 8 March 1791 - 4 Nov. 1791. \"Paid in full.\" Part of account, which should begin 17 March 1789, is missing.","Harriot thanks her uncle, George Washington, for his letter with advice, and she will heed it--always grateful to him for his care and attention--Cousin [Fanny B. Washington ?] and Major are going down in country and she will stay with Cousin Lee--when Cousin returns Harriot will help her keep house--Mrs. Stuart still here.","This document consists of a listing of the various tenements in Berkeley, Frederick, Fauquier, and Loudon Counties, the location of them, the present tenants, length of lease, and whether tenants were paid up.","Gives partial list of Washington's tenants in Fauquier County with detailed description of status of land they lease, plus amount collected for rent due Dec. 25, 1791.","Respecting trespass on Washington's property--Col. Little detected man loading his wagon with hoop poles and discovered many thousands cut--the trespasser is an overseer to Chas. Alexander--probably much trespass on Washington's lands far from eyes of those who care for his land--discusses legal action against them--\"it requires the eyes of Argus to protect property in this neighborhood\"--enclosure to Mrs. Powell [Elizabeth Willing Powel].","Received letter and expresses thanks for appointment--noted contents of letter to Mr. Muse and received from him all the blank leases and ones already executed with precise accounting of the rents due--great difficulty in collecting rents in Fauquier and Loudon Counties, Virginia--few improvements made there--Berkeley tenants paid rents quickly and have made many improvements--\"Most of those who hold Leases for lives have satisfied me that the lives are still in existance - Others again are uncertain, and say the lives are in Kentucky or Georgia - They have all agree'd to produce certificates of this truth from respectable authority.\"--Amount of rental exceeds what G.A. Washington led him to expect--10% will amply repay him for services--should finish rental rolls shortly--deep snow has prevented communication between Alexandria and this County--Mrs. Lewis has been ill--late fright caused \"premature increase of our family\".","Harriot hopes he arrived safely in Philadelphia--she desires a guitar (\"guittar\") preferably one with keys and strings both--\"they are easier to learn to play on, and not so easy to be out of order, but if one with keys is dearer than without, I shall be much obleiged to you for one with strings.\"--will be easy to learn to play--Mrs. Bushrod Washington has offered to teach her.","For the carriage of a trunk by stage to Philadelphia 12/.","Has decided to try the water at the springs and delay his return to Mt. Vernon a fortnight in struggle to regain his health, unless he hears something unfavorable from Mount Vernon--physician in the county doubts that he is consumptive--his head very disordered by rheumatic or nervous complaints--sends the letter by gentleman to Frederick Town [Winchester].","Received his favor by Howell--deep apologies for not sending his share of money from Mr. Cowper--Lewis used it to extricate himself from difficulties brought about by a bond he signed, but has now the money to send George Washington--will give Howell the money and give account of sale of land--denies he meant to go to Kentucky without paying money.","Has been indisposed--will take Harriot Washington to live with her this winter if she comes well supplied with clothes--last time she was there, Harriot often couldn't appear in public because of a lack of clothes--she (Betty) cannot advance any to her because she is supporting 3 grandchildren and may have more--Fielding very distressed--\"his children would go naked if it was not for the assistance I give him\"--her family has been very sickly this fall--goes to visit daughter Betty Carter in Albemarle--change of air may help--will return in a few weeks.","Sends copy of Mr. Cowper's account--payments not up to date--had expected to have Howell bring Washington full amount of money due him, but was disappointed in sum promised by Col. Fontain--will send it all within a few weeks--Howell brings £212.6.5 1/2--will substitute another bond for one of Dr. French's on which payment not received.","On the subject of George Washington's resignation and whether he really would be as happy in retirement as doing good for his country.","Clendinen introduces, to Washington, King Dequen, leader of the Kascashas, and expresses the chief's intent to prevail \"upon the Chiefs of Many [Indian] Nations to Travel with him to you,... Hoping that we may all become the Same people. Firmly United to Each Others Interests.\"","Rental for 1792 on lands in Berkeley, Frederick, Loudoun and Fauquier Counties,--lists tenants and amounts paid--arrearages for years 1791 \u0026 1792--a note by Lewis explains \"The above arrearages have been collected by the Sheriffs and no Executions returned. I have had them fined, and am to have a final settlement of accounts this week.\"","This documents records the accounts of tenants in Berkley, Frederick, and Fauquier Counties.","Will leave tomorrow to carry out Washington's instructions regarding purchasing Major Harrison's land in Fairfax County adjoining the mill tract--doesn't think the land is very valuable--thanks Washington for horse.","Major Harrison of Loudon now has decided not to sell land--seems an honest man--he will get rid of tenants, but must wait until next Fall--title is not clear and he refuses general warrantee--he wants 40 shillings per acre--wants to wait until Congress adjourns in the Spring and Washington comes to Virginia, for Harrison believes that Washington knows more about the title than he does.","Autograph document, in hand of Anthony Whitting, docketed by G.W., laminated, (not examined for watermark).Papers of George Washington - Reel#2. Meteorological account -- work done on each farm, giving division of labor -- work days lost by sickness -- stock increase and decrease -- work of ditchers and coopers -- amount of grain ground at mill. Also a list of the weights of River plantation hogs and remaining mill hogs. A-283.96 ; A-283.","A report of recent work done at Washington's Mount Vernon estate: Digging and planting, cuttings of weeping willow, cleaning and leveling nursery in vineyard, planting fruit trees and leveling gravel walk, gathering haws [red berries of hawthorn].","This document is a report of the recent work done at George Washington's Mount Vernon estate: Spinning, yarn and stocking yarn, making shirts, stockings. Work done by 10 women, all named.","Report on recent work done at George Washington's Mount Vernon estate: Framing and raising corn house, drawing shingles, making brackets, putting axle tree to carts, mending flax brake and hemp brake -- jointing shingles, making pins, painting, etc. Fragment, docketed by George Washington.A note at end of report, \"I will answer your letter by my nex Report.\"","Washington's farm manager reports the bad conduct of Thos. Green, carpenter -- will not use delegated authority concerning Green, because realizes he is necessary -- good men are hard to come by -- suggests an addition of carpenters, or estate will be a long time in improving -- mentions all the buildings that need to be built or repaired -- wishes farms to look neat -- will put up fences and gates -- suggests moving post and rail fence at Dogue Run to make meadow correspond to fields -- new corn house going up at River farm -- will move Rich's house to Muddy Hole, for David's house likely to be blown down by high wind -- engaged planks and scantling for [Dogue Run] barn from Mr. Kenzie -- Green keeps sawyers about the corn house -- poor Maj. Washington cannot recover, but he doesn't consider himself fatally ill -- G.A. Washington desires him to continue building on his house -- has treated Whitting like a brother -- will keep carpenters on G.A. Washington's house until they run out of work and he will order no more scantling -- has planted hedges of honey locust, French furz, and cedar berries, but sheep eat them -- need nettle fences on each side of hedge to enable it to grow -- hedges must be given much care to grow -- advises English thorn imported for live fences and estimates cost -- Lombardy and weeping willow cuttings planted about the Mansion house fences -- River plantation will be hard to fence -- Mr. Stuart advises water fences there -- a batteau is needed for this -- should it be built in Alexandria or by one of carpenters? -- Mr. Butler and he can carry on the hedging and fencing, including the night work -- grubbing proceeds to line of locust trees below Vineyard -- will make it a year of fencing -- little wool to spin -- spinning sewing thread and candlewick of tow -- Caroline unwell -- bled her -- trouble with Charlotte -- whipped and refuses to work -- claims she hasn't been whipped for 14 years -- will try to make seine twine -- deer destroying trees at mansion house, especially mulberry -- ice house not filled -- Dr. Stuart and young man managing Custis estates take plough to White House to use as pattern -- Mr. Ring present manager -- shorts from mill can be ground over as ship stuff or fed to cattle -- high price of flour in Alexandria.","Concerning her sons Robert and Howell who were with the President in Philadelphia, and her niece, Harriot, who was living with her in Fredericksburg. Also inquires about the price of wheat.","Meteorological account of weather at Mount Vernon -- work done on each farm, giving division of labor -- work days lost by sickness -- stock increase and decrease -- work of ditchers, and coopers -- amount of grain ground at mill -- Also, \"clearing the second Vista.\" -- At end in hand of George Washington is an itemized account of sheep and lambs at each farm. Autograph document, in hand of Anthony Whitting, laminated, 4 pages, docketed by George Washington, watermark.","Report of recent work done at Mount Vernon by 4 men in the gardens: Wheeling gravel and dung into the garden; cutting wood lost by snow; dressing hemp.","Report of work recently accomplished at Mount Vernon by 8 named women: Spinning hemp, stocking yarn and shoe thread; making shirts, sheets and shift, knitting stockings. Fragment, docketed by George Washington.","Report of work recently accomplished at Mount Vernon by 8 named women: Spinning hemp, stocking yarn and shoe thread; making shirts, sheets and shift, knitting stockings.","Report of recent carpentry work done at Mount Vernon: Getting new logs \u0026 gutter piece \u0026 shingles for roof \u0026 chimney of overseers house at Muddy Hole -- \"straching\" the well rope \u0026 fixing it to well -- preparing plow -- \"to drawing the brick kill at dogue Runn\" -- mending shoes -- drawing and jointing shingles -- \"to trying up stuff for Bench plains.\"","Drenching rains, fields flooded, mill race broke again, roads almost impassable--Tayler little to be confided in, has kept horse since the Major is away--mill has plenty of wheat--will try to straighten fence from Manley Bridge to the Mill--snows gone, wheat not damaged, but freezing would cause covering of ice--fences and gates can't go in such wet ground--too wet to paint buildings--mixing paints--will let Green have corn--asks whether to continue work on Major Washington's building--Burwell Bassett says Mrs. Fanny Washington will not go to housekeeping--two ships just passed, will probably take flour from Alexandria--Charles' toe may have to be taken off--has called for Dr. Craik--Caroline made a shift for Sarah Flatfoot--2 sheets cut from Oznaburgh linen for there is no change of them while washing.","Just returned from Westmoreland--denies neglect of Washington's business--would have written had there been further developments in the case--Mr. Lee informed Mr. Hooe of judgement, but no injunction has been applied for--concludes with greetings from Nancy.","In hand of Anthony Whitting, docketed by George Washington including; Report on recent work done at Mount Vernon's several farms: Work done on each farm, giving division of labor -- work days lost by sickness -- stock increase and decrease -- work of ditchers and coopers -- amount of grain ground at mill.","Report on recent work done at Mount Vernon by 9 men and 3 boys: Hanging a gate, repairing fishing boat, dressing timber, giving sizes and amounts of timber -- sawing timber, hauling timber, digging brick earth and making brick yard -- painting -- making a batto [batteaux] for fishing.","This report is on recent work done at Mount Vernon by 4 men: Planting evergreen, cleaning, digging, sowing and planting.","Report of recent work done at George Washington's Mount Vernon estate by 8 women: Spinning tow, \"sown shoe maker Thread,\" stocking yarn, winding twine for seine maker, a shift \u0026 knitting stockings, \"making 13 bax\" [bags?].","Letters were delayed--will meet them at Mt. Vernon early next month--estate in good condition--outstanding debts small--property in Berkeley under ignorant overseer and may have suffered--he hasn't sold the crops there yet--overseer on Fairfax property taking liberties--he has a boat and seine for fishing--Dr. Craik's account discharged by corn and wheat Taylor had for sale--desires to live in Alexandria to enable her children to get better education, but looks to Mr. and Mrs. Washington for the guidance to do this or accept their offer to remain at Mt. Vernon--will continue Mt. Vernon chariot in her service, at their suggestion--\"My dear little Fayette shall be given up to your kind patronage whenever you think proper ...\"--sorry to hear of poor Mr. Anthony Whitting's sickness--will leave April 1 for Mt. Vernon--requests permission to leave Harriot Washington with Mrs. Betty Lewis while she takes a trip to Berkeley--brothers are busy so she will be accompanied to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Joe Foster.","Letter with advertisement came late but will go in next week's paper--intended to write by Cousin Washington [Fanny Bassett] but her stay was short--Harriot needs hat, gloves, and shoes--keeps exact account of everything bought and will send it to Washington--money sent from Philadelphia bought Harriot a dress for the Birthnight, \"it must of appeard particular had I refused to let her go, and her having nothing fit for that Purpose ...\"--requests a ticket to the Washington lottery.","Hasn't heard from home in 5 months, and has contracted many debts--a Quaker has threatened to prosecute--is a student of medicine under Dr. Rush--has no dependence on anyone--asks for $300 until his father sends him money from Virginia--although he is unknown to George Washington, he believes Washington knew his grandfather (Washington's first cousin, Warner)--asks him not to make known his request.","Thanks Washington for his offer to write his father--his father's allowance to him is adequate, but has had no remittance for 5 months--he isn't extravagant--encloses letter from man to whom he owes 5 months board.","Sickness prevented his visiting Washington's lands on the Potomac and lots at Winchester and Bath--must stay to make harvest now--will inspect lands after sowing corn and wheat--Major Harrison has decided not to sell his lands--he thinks prices will rise--encloses draft on Philadelphia man given for rent by a tenant of Washington's--asks for letter giving information on lots in Winchester.","Report of recent work done in the gardens at the Mount Vernon estate by 4 men \"Klening\" in the yard, gardens and \"winne Yart\".","This Farm Report (work done on Mount Vernon farms during the week Aug. 4-10) includes: Meteorological account -- work done on each farm, giving division of labor -- work days lost by sickness -- stock increase and decrease -- work of ditchers and coopers -- amount of grain ground at mill.","Report of recent work done at Mount Vernon by 10 named women spinning yarn and stocking yarn, washing, sewing breeches, knitting stockings.","Recent work at Mount Vernon by 9 men and 3 boys: Putting up bedstead and furniture for it, mending blinds in parlor and mending locks--mending \"Dutch fan\"--felling and flattening stocks--building walls at Dogue Run--\"Plastering weightwashing \u0026 painting at ye Mansion House\"--mending equipment.","Received letter and bank note--recent rain great service to crops--wheat being sown--oxen and horses sick, cause shortage of plows--machine for gathering heads of clover for seed has been found--haying--planting grass-- sent Washington all pamphlets by Capt. Elwood found in his study.","Thanks Washington for money he sent her--will buy nothing unnecessary--\"Aunt Lewis has a very large family at present and a great deal of company, which makes my cloaths ware out much faster than if I was in the country where any thing would do to ware ...\"--Aunt Betty Lewis sent letters to Bob Lewis--Cousin Lawrence [Lewis?] left to go to Bath.","A stock printed shipping bill on which is recorded in manuscript the arrival from London on board the ship George Barclay, John Collet master, one case containing a harpsichord to be delivered to His Excellency General George Washington, President of the United States. The document is signed at the bottom by Bartholomew Dandridge, Jr., one of Washington's nephews and secretaries. Washington bought the instrument for his wife's granddaughter Nelly (Eleanor Parke Custis) who played it at their residence in the capital city and then later at Mount Vernon.","Urges Washington to pick another city for session of Congress other than Philadelphia, where a fatal sickness rages [yellow fever]--suggests tentatively Baltimore or New York, especially the latter.","Dr. Stuart's visit so short, she fears he may not have examined her husband [Lund Washington] well enough -- Lund doesn't want to go to Philadelphia for examinatin and treatment of cancer, for his eyesight is bad, and medicine affects nerves so he needs complete rest -- he is extremely ill.","Assures Washington he has power to call legislative assembly in another city and at another time--quotes laws and Constitution--fears and jealousies in various quarters over a new meeting place--hears accounts that conditions are improving in Philadelphia now from yellow fever epidemic.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Deals with legacy left her by brother George William Fairfax (d. 1787) -- declines to pay any debts against Mrs. Mildred Washington Bushrod's (d. 1785) estate -- her husband (Warner Washington, 1722-1790) was not a legatee -- her children were, but they are married. Autograph letter signed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","Thanks her uncle for the money he sent--she goes to stay with cousin Betty Lewis Carter who has recently lost a child--Mrs. Lewis will come to get her if Mrs. Washington stays at Mt. Vernon this winter and wants her to come there.","Mrs. Martha Washington is awaiting President's word to join him in Philadelphia--very apologetic for troubling him, but wonders can another story be added to the house in Alexandria which George Washington has so kindly put at her disposal?","Expresses gratitude of herself and her husband Mr. Lund Washington for George Washington's part in getting Dr. Gates' opinion -- Gates hasn't arrived in Virginia yet -- Lund's condition growing worse all the time -- can only see light.","Has been in Culpeper all winter with Cousin Betty Lewis Carter--desires enough money for silk jacket and pair of shoes to wear to Birth Night Ball.","Enclosed is deed to be reacknowledged in presence of Mr. Rutherford, as the previous copy is now out of date due to the negligence of Dr. Stuart and Col. Ball--just returned from Berkeley County, seeing Washington's tenants and is on his way to Fauquier whence he will write more fully..","Sends her thanks for the bundle containing such pretty things [probably silk jacket and shoes requested by Harriot in letter of 7 January 1794]--Cousin Bob [Robert] Lewis has lost his little boy [William Burnett Lewis, who had died at the end of November 1793].","Betty writes that Harriot is very pleased with items Washington sent to her from Philadelphia--she is very deserving and takes care of her things--two valuable Negro hands have run away, probably to Philadelphia to be free, and Betty asks her brother's advice in the matter--her next year's crops will be negligible unless they can be returned. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","With apologies for taking up his valuable time, Bushrod sends the draft of an answer on a question having to do with the estate of Mr. George William Fairfax. Bushrod is doing well in law practice in Richmond.","Desires linen and dimity to make petticoats and great coat-- her great coat is so small she can't get it on.","Sends her gratitude for package--wishes for money to make great coat, and for tape and thread for linen--would make coat herself but no tailor will cut it out unless he makes it too--Harriot had borrowed 24 shillings from Aunt Betty Lewis, and asks for Washington's help to repay her.","Has had a bad attack of ague and fever, but is now recovered--thanks Washington for present of a mule--heard news of some dying of yellow fever in Philadelphia again this spring--Harriot received money he had sent her.","Bushrod has word of an injunction against Washington in High Court of Chancery--his answer is needed quickly as the Court sits on 12 May--Bushrod will draw it up and send it to Washington to be sworn to. The injunction deals with suit by Henshaw, arising out of settlement of George Mercer's estate in Virginia.","Introduces Mr. Maund to Washington as carrier of this letter--Bushrod gently reminds the president of his recent letter (22 April) requesting an answer about the suit against him by Henshaw, dealing with estate of George Mercer.","Couldn't write to Washington before with information on his rents, tenants, etc. until High Sheriff of the county handed over rental money--they are enclosed herewith--breeding horses and mules--mentions Washington's lots in Winchester and Bath, and suggests exchange of one of Washington's lots on Potomac for one held by a tenant on the Bullskin in Berkeley--should buy out life leases there from tenant John Dimmett--Lewis fears he might lose land Washington gave him in Stafford because of no clear title.","Washington's letter to Robert Lewis will be carried to him by Cousin [Betty?] Carter who travels to Fauquier--Harriot requests money for summer dresses, or as goods are cheaper in Philadelphia, she would be happy if he would buy them there for her--wants him to know that she does mend her clothing and wear it as long as possible.","Again requests some summer dresses--requests permission to go to Philadelphia to visit brother George Steptoe Washington--Aunt Betty Lewis has ague and fever--she and family go to Berkeley soon--wheat crop is bad in Fredericksburg.","Requests Washington's permission to leave Philadelphia and study law in Berkeley--his actions there are always put under worst possible construction--is in debt now and knows Washington will advance him no more money--says his brother will send money to pay his debts and travel to Berkeley--expresses deep gratitude to Washington.","She thanks Washington for money he sent her to buy summer dresses--and reports that all there are sorry to hear of Washington's accident on his way to Mt. Vernon--she hope he's recovered--Aunt Betty Lewis's family has been ill all summer.","Answers questions Washington raised in letters of 18 May and 18 July respecting his lands to be leased or sold--land on Potomac put up for rent--procured tenant for houses in Bath--rental of lot in Winchester--trouble in buying out leases of tenants in Berkeley--land on Difficult Run--Mr. Muse allowed transfers of leases--money for rents--use of rents to buy out leases of tenants.","Happy to hear Washington is well and cancerous growth on his face is much improved--weather promises very good corn crop--she asks his permission to set her overseer and carpenters to build a corn house--not satisfied with school her children are in as it is too crowded--her son Fayette has been ill.","Lewis writes: \"Casually going into a painter's shop yesterday I there saw some Tent Poles which I was told were for your\" use. Since the usual complaint with these tents is that \"the standards in the middle [are] of a great inconvenience,\" Nicola has submitted a sketch [included] of his own for Washington's consideration.","Writes by Mr. Madison [James ?]--left for Berkeley before receiving answer from Washington because of early conveyance there--has heard Aunt Lewis is ill, but can't go back until Brother George is well enough to take her--very much impressed with new sister [Geo. Steptoe Washington married Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison]--dined with Uncle Charles recently and he is in much better health--refused Mr. and Mrs. [James] Madison's invitation to Philadelphia for fear of angering her dear uncle--thinks Mrs. Madison a charming woman.","Begs Washington for money to buy a stuff skirt and a couple of dark calicoes--she left Berkeley a week ago--Aunt Betty Lewis has been very ill but it recovering.","Lewis writes that the Berkeley and Frederick rents were easily collected because the lands there are productive--those in Fauquier County are hard to collect--deputy sheriffs won't turn over money that is collected--to Mrs. Haney, \"a very genteel old lady\" and cousin of Washington's (probably daughter of his mother's half sister Elizabeth Johnson), he has extended money on several occasions according to Washington's direction--has settled her and her teenage daughter on a tenement of his own, because those of Washington that were vacant will bring at least £30 each--it may be expensive to buy up life leases on tenements, but Lewis would recommend Washington do so because the money will be reimbursed by higher rent in 4 or 5 years.","1 page each for the two copies which are slightly different. This bond is for rent and signed by Cooper and Robert Lewis, Washington's nephew and secretary.","Received Washington's letter with 2 plats of land--he knows little of Washington's land in Kentucky on Rough Creek or of settlement there, but supposes there is some, as he believes Washington's land is near the small town of Hartford, some 18 miles from Vienna--Lewis goes to Kentucky again in April to view his own lands on Green River and will view Washington's at same time--his mother and Harriot send greetings.","She received the money Washington sent--would have sent her thanks before, but was in Culpeper and kept there long by bad weather--Aunt Betty Lewis too busy to write by this post.","Harriott addresses her \"Honored\" uncle with great humility and asks for a pair of stays, a hat \"and a few other articles.\"","Cabot has heard from Judge Phillips--and is happy to report that the young Lees and Brents mentioned in Washington's letters will probably attend academy at Andover, or else at Exeter.","Lewis has just returned from Kentucky--he was unable to see either his own land or Washington's, despite his efforts--he did meet Gen. Spotswood who said he has bought the identical land from Gen. Harry Lee for 4 shillings per acre--Lewis believes it is worth at least twice that--the land has good settlement and a good iron bank on it--he cannot understand what Lee meant by selling it again--300 acres of Andrew Woodrow's should be purchased to improve value of Washington's land--he will purchase it if Washington agrees.","Introduces [John Neale] whom he recommends to overlook the carpenters at Mt. Vernon--he made no definite agreement with him--encloses the agreement that Washington drew up for \"former person\"--he will accept £40--is married with children, which William Washington sees as an advantage because married men stick to their business better than single men.","Letter and draft of his letter of the same date to Washington but with different closing paragraph. Lewis has purchased no leases because of high prices--he encloses rent roll for past year and has deposited £475.10.2 with his aunt--all above amount of rents to go to his account for 1793 rents sent to Philadelphia--finally got judgment for rents held by sheriff and hopes to pay Washington all arrearages owed--discusses lots in Berkeley--will eject several tenants next year from Frederick and make new leases with industrious farmers--apologizes for not staying at Mount Vernon until Washington arrives, but must see to planting wheat.","Account of land rents collected by Lewis for year 1795 on lands in Berkeley, Frederick, and Fauquier County, Virginia on behalf of George Washington. Shows description of land and remarks on land rented by William Collins, Henry Shover, and ___ McIntosh--amounts to £354.5.0.","Difficulty getting peas and vetches--has applied to Lords of Privy Council to permit officers of customs to admit it to entry to forestall another confiscation of American goods--sends along Chicorium Intybus [Intibus, or succory] and bill of lading--Captain Tuttel promises special care to this shipment.","Dandridge, employed at the time as personal secretary to the President, declares his intention to leave the official household and begin a commercial career in rural Virginia, having found city life in Philadelphia intolerable.","Harriot apologizes for asking for more money to buy hat and articles for Birth night so soon after having received \"liberal presents\"--she has been very ill, enough so to require a physician--Aunt Betty Lewis ill with ague and fever.","Lewis reports that he met with unexpected success in rent collecting for Washington's properties \"over the ridge and in this county\"--few have made required improvements--he suggests the life leases be put into hands of lawyer to decide how to proceed--Mr. Muse says Col. Simm of Alexandria thinks leases badly drawn and ejectments won't be supported by court--reports repossession of lots in Frederick and Berkeley, and rental of some lots--difficulties in collecting from sheriffs--Lewis's late cousin Thornton Washington's estate has cut timber on 35 or 40 acres of Washington's prime reserve in Berkeley because of neglect by Mr. Muse in maintaining the lines (Thornton Washington, son of Samuel Washington, inherited rights to cut timber on Lawrence Washington's land, which bordered George Washington's)--Lewis is unable to rent poor land on Deep Run, and suggests procuring situation for sawmill there, for good pine timber on land--he must see Washington on next trip to Mount Vernon.","Harriot reports that she is now at Matapony, where is seldom chance of sending mail--she sends her sincere thanks for money Washington sent her to buy articles for Birthnight.","Bushrod reports that he has received and will retain bundle of papers dealing with the [Thomas Colvill] estate settlement--he will ask for settlement as soon as possible, and explains some possible outstanding issues to Washington--Mr. Keith has furnished some information--has not yet received appraisement of estate--received hogs from Washington and thanks him for them.","Lewis agrees that Washington is wise to wait until September, as described in the advertisement, to sell his land--Kentucky lands rising in value--he hears there was large emigration last year and some of it to Green River, which should help boost value of Washington's land--discusses military lands and state grant lands--land fever can make prices fluctuate--he was unable to purchase Woodrow's inholding within Washington's property yet--Lewis says that Col. Willis's and Gen. Spotswood's horses still for sale, may be at reduced price.","Concerning \"the claims of the Cohnawaga, or Seven Nations of Canada.\" The Seven Nations were an Indian confederacy of Mohawk, Abenaki, Huron, and Onodaga that supported the French during the French and Indian War, and later the British in the American Revolution.","In cypher, Monroe alerts President to interception by French of Washington's letter re XYZ affair. Message also decoded.","Betty writes to Washington on Harriot's behalf, who wants to inform him that Andrew Parks, a merchant of Fredericksburg, has been courting her and she would like to marry him--Betty says that Parks is \"very much respected by all his acquaintances ... a sober sedate young man and attentive to business\"--she has left town for a healthier place which has the advantage of having a mill as well.","Lewis blames delays in his letters on the fact that there are no post riders in this area--since his mother left Fredericksburg, Washington should direct letters to the attorney James Lewis there--he explains not paying Washington money collected so far from rentals--he had wanted to pay in lump sum, but will not remit it as he collects it--denies using funds for own use--Washington's advertisement posted at Court House--describes the property dispute between McCormick and Ariss, one of whom has encroached on Washington's property--it is too late in season to bring Jack to breed in Fauquier County--next season will do so--Mrs. Haney (or Haynie) [G.W.'s kinswoman, see letter of R. Lewis to G.W., Jan. 17, 1795 and R. Lewis's diary for that year] is dying of consumption.","Lewis desires to know, because others have asked him, whether Washington will exchange western lands for some improved estates in this area which might be rented to advantage--he will pursue the purchase of Woodrow's inholding--Mrs. Lewis [Catherine Daingerfield Lewis] has been ill, and that will prevent his going to Kentucky this year.","Mrs. Lewis's [his wife] illness had prevented him from retrieving Washington's letter before now--gives opinion of Andrew Parks as suitor for Harriot Washington--he is an industrious young man with good prospects, but considers their marriage at this time \"madness in the extreme\"--he advises any marriage be put off until Washington can come to Virginia and look into things himself--Washington's letter to his mother sent to Culpeper.","Lewis writes that he forwarded to Howell Lewis, his brother, the papers from Washington concerning debt he owes--it should never have gone to Washington, and Howell considers it a \"rude attempt\" on the part of others to collect their money--they would have been paid had it been presented correctly to Howell--Mrs. Catherine Daingerfield Lewis still ill--they will go to Culpeper for change of air after court terminates in Fredericksburg.","Lewis writes that he tried to obtain possession of land on Accokeek Run in Stafford County, Va. which Washington said (both in person and in a 29 April 1793 letter) he might have, but finds title belongs jointly to Washington and other heirs of his mother [Mary Washington]--Lewis will give up all efforts to obtain it--Mrs. Haney [Washington's cousin, Elizabeth Haynie] died of rapid consumption [see letter of Jan. 17, 1795]--her daughter Sally Ball Haynie cannot find employment because the people in the neighborhood \"are uncommonly industrious and do every thing with in themselves.\"--Mrs. Lewis has taught Sally reading, writing, and useful needlework, etc.--she would make an extraordinary housekeeper for some genteel family--she is welcome to take her board in his house, but he defers to Washington's judgment--sister [Betty Lewis] Carter is delivered of a son [Charles E. Carter].","Powel writes that she cannot harbor resentment after all that passed yesterday, and is determined to dine with him tomorrow, \"when I will endeavor to meet your Ideas with Fortitude\".","Bushrod writes that he is grateful for Washington's bounty [see Writings, XXXV, 107-108 - Washington's offer of some lots he won in a lottery]--the Colville estate business is finally settled by County Court, but this not binding, so he will seek another settlement--Bushrod will take his wife, Anne (\"Nancy\") Blackburn Washington up to Berkeley Springs for her health--he encloses an order to be published in England.","One share (No. 1355) of augmented stock in the Bank of Alexandria. Endorsed on back, \"The within Share was Transferred to Robert Beverley August 19th 1802. M. Sutton B.K.\".","Received the bills--Harriot [Washington] was married July 15, and has gone to her Brother's in Berkeley [Geo. Steptoe Washington]--expects to go to son Lawrence's in Frederick for her health--\"My Dear Brother it is with Infinite Pleasure I here you intend to retire to your owne Home, there I hope you will Enjoy more statisfaction than you Possibly can do in Public Life ...\".","Lewis encloses bill of $100. from his brother Howell--Howell is sorry his uncle should have been troubled by receiving the note for money due [See letter of May 4, 1796, George Lewis to George Washington].","Lewis notes Washington's acknowledgement of the bank note forwarded to him for Howell--he agrees that his brother should have considered interest on the principal--he will see his brother about this on the latter's return from \"over the ridge\" with his family [see letters of Aug. 1 and May 4, 1796].","Meade conveys to Washington a character reference for Mr. [James] Anderson from a Mr. Fitzhugh--Anderson is a man of industry and clever, but advanced in years.","Anderson writes from the Selden family's Salvington Plantation near Fredericksburg that he has received Washington's letter telling of William Pearce's advance of salary from £100 to 100 Guineas--he himself would accept 100 Guineas with house, garden, etc--Anderson believes Washington's superintendent should have an assistant to take over much of writing business inside--he hears that Washington's superintendent \"has as much to do as any one man can execute\"--describes his knowledge of farming and grazing as \"two branches of the same business\" that he \"was bred to from my youth\" in Scotland--he leaves his character reference to others.","Anderson writes that his failure to answer Washington's earlier queries was not caused by deceit--he then relates his background and experience in farming north of Edinburgh, Scotland, in the English border lands, and in America--he came to U.S. in 1791--has seen Mt. Vernon estate--mentions the distillery he runs on Salvington plantation and that he thinks a properly conducted distillery of much gain to owner--mentions crop rotation and the use of manure as necessary components in improving the land--he is content in present situation with Mr. Cary Selden, but would delight in serving Washington if he can make it profitable for both.","Anderson informs Washington that he sent a letter on 11th to Philadelphia--he will be glad to come to Mt. Vernon to see Washington at earliest opportunity.","Anderson writes that he can procure good overseer with experience in \"the management of Negroes\" if Washington's current overseer is leaving--Anderson will shortly take measurements of John Francis Mercer's \"thrashing machine\", so that he can cut timber in winter for mounting one for Washington--suggests cost could be lowered by using Washington's own carpenters and a millwright.","Rec. No. 258 annotated by G.W. \"School Alex £50.0.0--dated, addressed to Charles Lee Esq. in another hand.","Hannah Washington writes to introduce her son Fairfax to George Washington, as he arrives in Philadelphia to study law under Charles Lee--Hannah asks whether Washington \"would sometimes take the trouble to advise him in regard to his moral conduct, as he is much too young to be in such a city, without a guide \u0026 true friend.\"","Bushrod writes that he is just recovering from attack of pleurisy--the deed enclosed not recorded as prescribed by law--no news of Kanawa lands.","Powel offers to pay Washington $1000 for his carriage horses, which she intends for the use of her nephew, on the condition that they are as she describes them--however, if Mr. Adams wants them and will pay full price, she will yield all claim.","Powel writes that she would certainly like to purchase Washington's coach, but that since she doesn't buy his horses for herself, she has no use for the coach--her nephew prefers to follow fashion and wants a new carriage, though Washington's is a superb piece of workmanship and will outlast modern one--Washington's successor is to be legally announced today, and Powel believes that Adams should buy the coach--she will pay Washington cash for the carriage horses any time.","Powel encloses her check for $1000 to pay for Washington's carriage horses, and indicates she does not wish to have them before he leaves Philadelphia.","Powel teases Washington because he had \"without design put into my possession the love letters of a lady addressed to you under the most solemn sanction\"--these letters from Mrs. Washington were found in the writing desk she got from him--she tried to give them to Tobias Lear who was present when she discovered them, but as he refused, she sealed them up and will return them to Washington by whatever means he directs. Includes a self-deprecating note in which she promises to pay Lear $245 for the writing desk and praises Washington's \"wise and peaceful administration for eight years.\"","Erskine writes Washington that he has used his name in a pamphlet he has written about the French Revolution entitled \"Causes and Consequences of the war in France\". He also expresses his great admiration for Washington.","Invoice for certain materials and labor used in the construction of a boat. At the bottom, Humphries has signed (in full) a receipt for the total sum of £55.16.3 ($148.83).","Lewis has made inquiries on Washington's behalf for a workman [housejoiner] desired by Washington, but can find none available now, neither among blacks (who are generally hired out a year at a time) nor among whites (who would come burdened with families to support)--he suggests that Col. Ball might have some such workman whom he will rent out--Mrs. Lewis's health has been bad for several years and growing worse, else they would have visited Mount Vernon already.","Elizabeth Washington writes that she has been informed that she cannot, as had been her custom, get herrings from George Washington's fishing landing--her hands at the ferry landing have only gotten 300 herring--it is too late to apply elsewhere--she asks the favor of 6 or 7000 herrings from Washington's seine.","Elizabeth Washington writes to protest that she only wanted justice done in getting her turn at the fishing landing--when she applied for fish there were two others before her, the fish did not run while her negroes were at the fishery, and then she heard that others were supplied out of order before her--she did not expect George Washington to \"disfurnish\" his own family of their herrings for her--[see letter of April 24, 1797]--can't come to Mt. Vernon to see Mrs. Washington because roads are impassable between Hayfield and Mount Vernon--and while writing the above she has just had word to send negroes down for fish--she thanks Washington for his intervention and says she is now sending the letter only to explain that she wanted nothing more \"than what was the common rule of fishing landings, to have my turn.\"","Samuel Washington writes to express thanks to George Washington for advice (\"there is no person fonder of receiving advice than what I am\")--he states that the money he wants to borrow from his uncle is mainly to pay debts contracted by his father [Charles Washington], particularly to Dr. Stuart--he will come to Mount Vernon in few weeks--wife is expecting a little one at any time [Samuel T. Washington?].","Dr. Craik's bill from Aug. 25, 1797 - June 14, 1799 for £ 97.11.9, for visits to \u0026 treatment of members of G.W.'s family and servants on all the farms--includes visits to attend Mr. Peter's child \u0026 \"a visit to \u0026 attendce on yourself from 21st to 26th and prescription\" £4.0.0--a dozen oranges--\"Bleeding yourself ...\"","docketed by G.W. \"Receipt Doct. Jas. Craik, Bal. $128.88 27 June 1799,\"","Note for the sum of one thousand dollars, in George Washington's hand, signed by his nephew Samuel Washington.","Elizabeth Washington writes to George Washington to clarify her earlier remarks about William Triplett -- she refers to the suit by Thomas Pearson concerning land sold years earlier to George Washington and others by his brother Simon Pearson, some of which now makes up Hayfield farm on which she lives -- her nephew looks for papers relative to land in Stafford and Prince William.","\"Receipted Dec. 18, 1797 by John \u0026 Thos. Vowell. Bill for Shingles, amounting to £8.4.5.\"","Lewis writes a recommendation for Thomas Alsbury, who formerly served Washington \"in the wars with the savages\" and \"in your family\"--Alsbury now wants to lease land from Washington on the Ohio or Kanawha Rivers.","Regrets that she cannot visit Mt. Vernon at this time. Her grandsons, Augustine and Corbin, are sick. Must remain at Haywood. Promises to visit at first opportunity.","Bushrod Washington answers George Washington's legal queries dealing with Thomas Pearson's suit concerning land sold by his late brother Simon Pearson to Washington and others in 1763 [see letter, G.W. to Bushrod W., Oct. 9, 1797]--Bushrod will take the case should it go to a higher court--Gen. Marshall may know something further about the case, as Bushrod met a man named Pearson at Marshall's office recently.","Bushrod records a legal opinion for Washington concerning a suit initiated by Thomas Pearson, against his late brother's estate (Simon Pearson). The suit involved a parcel of land which Washington purchased from Simon Pearson some thirty-five years earlier.","Bushrod sends his uncle a copy of grant requsted--he can't find the Inquisition, but has directed the clerk to continue his search for the document related to Pearson's suit.","Lewis sends orchard-grass seed, a gift from Mr. Francis Whiting, after a 6 week delay for lack of transportation to Alexandria--Washington's tenant on his tract of land above Bath has removed to Kentucky, and the land is being denuded of its valuable timber by the neighboring \"set of lawless rascals\"--Lewis strongly suggests that the land should be rented out to protect the remaining timber--furthermore, Washington's land on Lost Mountain (then in Prince William County, now Fauquier County) is being stripped of bark by tanners working by moonlight on the pinnacle of the mountain--the perpetrators have been caught.","Bushrod writes that he has investigated Mrs. Forbes and found her fully satisfactory for the job of housekeeper at Mt. Vernon--\"She is honest, industrious, \u0026 well acquainted with nice as well as common cooking\"--she never received letters from Washington, however--Bushrod will investigate at the post office--mentions having written earlier about the Pearson suit.","Bushrod writes that he has located and interviewed Mrs. Forbes, who says that her price is $150 a year--Bushrod thinks this is \"extravagant\" for a housekeeper at Mt. Vernon, but that he is persuaded she would do well--he asks Washington to advise him whether or not this will be satisfactory.","Bushrod writes that he has talked with Mr. Brooke and received good references for Mrs. Forbes--he answers Washington's queries about her from his 3 November letter--there is good cook to be sold in Fredericksburg by Geo. Murray--he had cooked for Brooke who says his only fault is a fondness for liquor--Bushrod will ask Murray not to sell him until he hears from Washington--Mrs. Forbes is being directed to head for Mount Vernon as early as the next stage.","Bushrod writes that, having examined the records in the General Court, he finds that surveys were rarely done in cases like Washington's and that he is therefore quite certain that the law is on side of Washington in the Pearson suit--he also encloses an order for settling Washington's accounts as executor of Thomas Colville.","Bushrod writes that Mrs. Forbes' delay in leaving for Mt. Vernon was due to lack of funds--Mr. Brook owes her money but has been out of town--Bushrod will advance money to send Forbes to Mt. Vernon on the next day's stage--Mr. Brook has been very ill and now in back country for his health--Bushrod refers again to the settlement of the Colville estate--Mr. Keith advertises the decree in the Alexandria Gazette for 8 weeks.","Bushrod writes to Washington with a report of what he has discovered about taxes due on Washington's Kanawha land--lands in Kanawha and Berkeley to be forfeited unless back taxes are paid--he urges fast action to avoid having the land seized and sold.","Bushrod writes that the auditor can find nothing further on taxes due on Washington's western lands along the Kanawha and Ohio rivers--the records are in poor shape and the auditor blames the inattention and inaccuracy of the commissioners in that part of the country--Bushrod gave him Washington's paper containing a list of his lands on the Ohio and Kanhawa to check more in detail--there are no other Washington lands returned for non-payment of taxes, and as Bushrod paid the arrearages Washington's property is clear for now.","Parker, who is \"now engaged in [publishing] \"The Journals of Congress\" from the year 1775 to the present time, ...\" asks Washington to patronize his work. \"My undertaking has met with the encouragement of Mr. Jefferson \u0026 the Committee of Congress\" assigned to this project, \"... yet the honor of your name ... will be the greatest satisfaction I can feel.\"","Bushrod advises his uncle regarding several legal problems relating to taxes on Washington's western lands as well as a land title paper concerning a transaction between Generals Lee and Washington. Bushrod also explorers the circumstances of the \"Langhorne Affair.\"","Speaks of his recent loss (the death of his son Augustine). Agrees with Washington's advice to send his remaining children to public school. Corn crop will be low this year. Discusses his knowledge of Washington family genealogy.","Letter regarding agreement between George Washington and Wm. Washington whereby George Washington may purchase 500 barrels of corn annually from Wm. Washington Discussion of terms of sale.","Bushrod writes that he disapproves Washington's deed to General Lee, but has drawn a better one for him to follow--in order to avoid any possible confusion in the future the new one states that the original deed was not recorded in a timely fashion and that the present one is a replacement--they should check the boundaries to see if they are accurate.","Dandridge writes that Washington's is first letter he's received from America except one of a few lines from G.W.P. Custis last fall--he knows Washington is busy repairing houses, farms, etc. at Mount Vernon--he has himself led a retired life in the Netherlands, going to no public entertainments except now and then to the theater, though he has been to Paris--his health has been poor--mentions Elbridge Gerry, Gen. Marshall, and Gen. Pinckney--he will try to procure a good joiner to send to Washington--many Germans go to Amsterdam to get employment or passage to America, and Dandridge has asked a \"merchant of eminence\" to assist in the search for a joiner among them with a good character reference--Dandridge gives his explanation of 1100 and odd dollars which was charged by him to Washington's account for \"losses, errors \u0026c\" as having occurred not in a single year, but over the whole course of his employment by Washington--the 200 some dollars charged against Washington in April 1796 is a little harder to explain.","Lewis writes that he encloses a draught on Mr. James Russell of Alexandria by Mr. Ariss for last year's rent (against Washington's usual practice) because Ariss had been infirm--if the funds are not immediately collectable, he asks Washington to return the draft so that he can follow up--a tenant on one of the Berkeley lots is unable to pay, so another was procured temporarily to take care of growing crop--he asks Washington's wishes about leasing that property--wheat crops in the area and up to the Blue Ridge are virtually destroyed by Hessian fly, there has also been a 5 week drought.","Dandridge writes that he had no success in finding a joiner to send to Washington, despite several applications and having others search for suitable candidates--the danger of war with U.S. leaves country in unsettled state--the Texel blockaded by British ships, and French privateers are swarming the Maese--preparations of U.S. for defense worry French government--Mr. Gerry leaving Paris soon--expectation is for war between France and America at any time--the Congress at Rastadt is dissolving--war on the Rhine expected--\"we hold ourselves in readiness to march\".","Smith writes that he desires to make a vitrified stained glass portrait of Washington like that of His Excellency the president [John Adams]--describes the long-lasting nature of such portraits.","Solicits for his brother William Champe Carter of Albemarle County a commission as Captain in the provisional army or as aide de camp to a general officer--suggests that it would be good to distribute commissions in that area of the state to counteract the attempts by \"a certain character in his route from Philadelphia to Monticello\" [i.e., Thomas Jefferson] to dampen patriotic ardor of people there--he and Mrs. Carter had wanted to visit last spring, but the loss of a carriage and horse is compelling them to postpone that until next Spring.","Marshall writes that his father directed him to pay Washington's back taxes on his land on Rough Creek [Hardin County, Ky.]--discusses arrangements for reimbursing his father--Mr. Rawleigh Colston of Frederick authorized to draw upon Washington for the money--as Marshall's father is aged and infirm, Marshall himself can assist Washington in such matters in the future.","Bushrod continue to keep his uncle informed about the circumstances of the \"Langhorne Affair,\" and his own involvement as a \"dignified observer.\" He assures the General that the man John Nicholas is of excellent character.","Welch writes to Washington that he has surveyed the tract of Great Kanawha land of 10990 acres--it appears to be short 610 acres, so he is going to check it again--also surveyed Cole River tract--30 settlers on land are doing well--immigration is good, though the migrants themselves are poor--he expects many from Pennsylvania--people in the area all support existing constitution.","Original copy of this letter. Dandridge's poor health induces him to resign job of secretary to Mr. Murray, and since Washington helped him get the position, Dandridge wants to let him know--he seeks more a active life--he seeks a subaltern commission in the army of United States--Murray is writing to the President and Secretary of War on his behalf--Dandridge has still had no success in finding a joiner for Washington--\"all communication from this country is quite at a stand except thro Hamburg and England\".","Bushrod writes his recommendation of Col. Heth as a friend of the government and a sober citizen--he mentions the fictitious John Langhorne [i.e., Peter Carr] letter and Nicholas--Gen. Marshall is anxious to visit Washington and Bushrod may accompany him.","Request that his uncle consider Thomas Turner and Capt. Blackburn for military commissions.","Spotswood reports the results of his efforts in securing an overseer, a certain Mr. Garret, for Washington. \"He would not determine whether to receive your offer or not until he returned home and consulted his wife - \".","Snyder writes that some weeks ago he had sent Washington a letter with Robison's Proof of a Conspiracy--since then, he is more confirmed in opinion that groups called \"Illuminati—German Union—Reading Societies—and in France by that of the Jacobine-Club\" are operating for overthrow of this government--many of these groups are of French sympathies and begin by trying to destroy all religion--prays that God, who set Washington \"as a Deliverer of, and Father of his Country\" may keep him safe until this crisis passes.","Encloses letter from Mr. Thomas Marshall Jr. of Kentucky who wishes payment of small balance due his father Col. Marshall from Washington.","Snyder writes to apologize for having sent second letter on 1 October, but he received Washington's letter of 25 September only an hour after mailing his own--\"I rejoice very much that you are recovered from your late Sickness\"--he fears pernicious effects of \"the illuminati\" or Jacobinism on people of the United States--Snyder informs Washington that he recently wrote articles in gazettes under name of \"Cicero\" giving a compendium of extracts form \"Robison's Proofs of Conspiracy\".","Blagdin writes that although Washington will provide glass, painting and ironmongering he cannot undertake to complete the work on Washington's buildings in Washington, DC for less than $11,000.","Samuel writes that he is distressed that his mother (Mildred Thornton Washington) wrote Washington asking for more money--all debts of his father (Washington's late brother Charles) and his estate lie on him now--he is sure he can pay by selling land, but nobody will buy land in these unsettled times, with war with France possible--he hopes to sell at better prices in the next year--Samuel refuses the $1000 Washington offered his mother because that would make creditors all come to him at once and ruin him, \"Whereas if they come on gradually I can have a better chance.\"","Church presents his son, Philip Church, who enters the army under his uncle's (probably Alexander Hamilton's) auspices-- hurch recommends him to Washington's protection.","Rootes writes that he had visited Mount Vernon, but not seen Washington--this follow-up letter requests a certificate from Washington that his late father, John Rootes, served as a captain in Col. William Byrd's regiment in the French and Indian wars--Rootes wants this in order to secure bounty land for his father's service, that his father never applied for.","\"Autograph letter signed, draft. First part of draft is a letter to General Washington of the same date introducing Church, his grandson. In the part of the draft addresssed to the grandson, Schuyler warns him how to approach the general as Church hopes to gain some military favors.\"","Anthony bills Washington for a gold seal, 12 dollars; and repairing buttons, seal and chain, 2 dollars--total, 14 dollars. Receipted by Joseph Anthony.","Re: Spotswood's opinion of the Alien and Sedition Acts and A forgery of Spotswood's name in a previous letter to Washington. Docketed by Washington. Folio size.","Russell writes to Washington that he was mortified to discover that all conveyances for bringing Washington's ram and straw machine from Middletown, Connecticut to Mount Vernon had failed and now that the river is frozen it will take until spring to deliver them--he looks forward to his friend's report on planting wheat in England which Washington procured for him--with the sheep and chaff Engine, Russell proposes sending a \"Ground Borer\" for digging fence post holes--it can also be of use in military operations where chevaux de fries are wanted.","Garland writes to ask Washington for information on land set aside between Great Kanhawa and Sandy River as part \"payment of some Officers and Soilders who was on an Expedition Against the Indians about or before Braddocks Campain.\"","For £ 1.5.0, or $3.33 for 1 bushel blue grass seed and a keg. Receipted by Samuel Simes for Cath. Roberts.","This receipted bill charges Washington £6. for a cocked Beaver hat, a round white hat, and box. Marked \"Recd. pay of C. Biddle for Isaac Parrish,\" by Joseph Parrish.","He writes that he received a copy of an earlier letter to Maj. Harrison [Nov. 4]--desires to take Young Royal Gift to his stable to stand--another Jack in Culpeper now will cut down profits of the stud service--collection of rents goes badly--plight of tenants pitiable--tenants in Frederick and Berkeley mostly paid up--he will come to Mt. Vernon to bring rents and attend the marriage of his brother Lawrence with Miss [Eleanor Parke] (Nelly) Custis.","Trumbull writes that he knows nothing of arrangements for paying amounts due on sets of prints [\"Death of Warren,\" and \"Death of Montgomery\"] sent to Washington from London--he counsels don't send money to England--his brother John has agents (whom he names) handling affairs of the prints in the States--comments on \"malign influence\" in councils of state in Virginia--takes the opportunity of wishing Washington a happy birthday--extends his best wishes to Nelly Custis on her marriage to Lawrence Lewis.","Concerning Washington's recent order for English Crown glass from Alexandria merchants Macleod \u0026 Lumsdon. The glass was not available, and the merchants offered to order it for Washington.","Trumbull writes that he recently sent 4 pairs of his prints, which Washington had subscribed to, by way of the Nancy Davidson--most of the letter is political beginning with \"I trust, Sir! that you are now destined to act a more important part, in this great Drama, than you have done in the former period of your Life: to save again your Country, and to establish her Security and Greatness upon a Basis broad and firm as is the Continent of which She forms a part.\"--he expresses opinions on political situations of Europe, especially England and France--fears French taking over Spanish and Portuguese colonies in America, thereby creating hazard to Americans--it is to America's interest to see that Spanish colonies are inculcated with true spirit of liberty and rational freedom--writes \"that Europe is rotten to the Heart. and that, in Europe, America has not one friend, on whose support She can rely\"--there is one year left in which to act--\"I hope to have the happiness of seeing the Evening of your Life more useful and more glorious than its Noon, and of saluting you My dear Sir, not merely as the Father of the United States but of the United Empires of America.\".","Samuel writes that the executions against him for £300 or 400 are beyond his power to pay, except by selling all his slaves, and then he would be unable to grow a crop which is all he has for the support of two families--if Washington can lend him the money, then Samuel will be enabled to get clear of debt and repay him in the fall by selling land--once free of the sheriff he intends never to go into debt again--his father [Charles Washington] has been very ill.","Samuel thanks his uncle for the letter telling of money to be loaned him, it was seriously delayed in the postal system -- he describes his difficulties in settling Uncle Samuel Washington's estate, as his own father and his uncle John both kept poor accounts -- Bushrod Washington won't help any, and Samuel mentions it hoping that Washington will speak to Bushrod this summer -- Samuel expects a bad wheat crop for the 4th straight year -- he intends to sell all his land \u0026 buy small amount in Culpeper County at low price -- his father Charles Washington is much improved.","Bushrod encloses a deed from Washington to Gen. Lee, and tells him that Lees deed to Washington is being registered -- Washington should send the enclosed one to the clerk of General Court -- speaks of congressional elections in this district that will be close -- Jacobins \u0026 opponents of Federal government spread scandalous assertions against Gen. Lee, who is only recently \"making great exertions\" in his own behalf -- Mr. Tayloe will resign his army commission, and Mr. Thomas Turner has asked that Bushrod intervene with Washington about securing a commission in the cavalry.","Concerning a transaction of corn, whiskey and herrings. Congratulations on General Lee's and General Marshall's election to the Congress.","Conveying 166 barrels of corn and discussing future corn transactions. Mentions his new (third) wife (Sarah Tayloe).","Anderson sets forth his new scheme for managing Washington's farms, to make more profit from them--he compares profits and loss for his new scheme and the older system, showing large edge of profit to new scheme, using the Union Farm as the example although the principles could apply to River Farm and Dogue Run with slight alterations--Muddy Hole should be planted in peach trees--Anderson advocates fewer workers on each, and a new system of crop rotation.","Lewis sends Washington a draught for Mr. Ariss's rent--Ariss's infirmities make Lewis hesitate to be so rigid in collecting his rent, although he is always backward in paying--Lewis will send rents collected--he saw his brother Lawrence and his lady [Nelly Custis Lewis] at sister Carters--Lawrence has sulpher mud on his eye and drinking spring water improves him--this year's hay crop diminished by a monthlong drought in July--last fall's drought and Hessian fly deprived them of seed wheat--corn and tobacco good.","Trumbull comments on the delays in post offices--\"in too many instances there is not that punctual attention to their duty in our post offices which the Public have a right to expect\"--he agrees with Washington's reply to Col. John Trumbull on a project of taking over South America (see letter of March 24, 1799, John Trumbull to Washington)--offers comments on a candidate for presidency--hints strongly that Washington is the only one to unite the party and win for Federalists--expresses his \"hope and trust\" that Washington's life will \"be elongated beyond the term of three core and ten years\"--offers comments on President John Adams.  On letter from Timothy Pickering to Jonathan Trumbull, 29 July 1799","$1.25 for repairing Mrs. Washington's watch.","\"Smith writes to Washington concerning claims of heirs of Robert Stobo to land on account of his services in French \u0026 Indian War--he asks Washington to help the family to get the land due under the claim--Stobo was with Washington at Fort Necessity and was surrendered to the French as a hostage--Smith transcribes a letter dated 19 March 1799 from Alexander McCaul to William Smith, saying land due Stobo can still be claimed. Encloses letter from Alex. McCaul to Wm. Smith, saying land due Stobo can still be claimed. [See letter dated Mar. 19, 1799].\"","Belgium \u0026 \"this Republic\" seem to be fixed as heritage and satelite of french Republic--describes moves of British, Russian, French, \u0026 Austrian armies--Duke of York's inglorious evacuation of the Dutch Republic--this liberates all French troops for campaign on Rhine--will present G.W. a model of the Dutch water-throwing mill, or windmill, such as he sent rude sketches of last summer--may be applicable for draining Dismal [Swamp]--La fayette at Utrecht, won't go to U.S. this autumn.","Letter from three orphaned children of Thomas Washington of [Nevis] Island in West Indies--17 yrs. ago a gentleman in Newcastle upon Tyne wrote G.W. \u0026 sent old papers belonging to them to determine whether they are any kin to him, but received no reply--father had son by 1st marriage, still living in [Nevis]--their mother and father died \u0026 left them destitute--were brought up as servants--asks some small relief, are all married to poor men [The truth of this letter sworn to by Chas. Charleton, Vicar, \u0026 Wm. Jowsey \u0026 Wm. Tayloe, Churchwardens of Parish of Tynemouth [Northumberland].","Powel sends Chevalier Chastelleux's Essay on Public Happiness for his perusal -- hopes it meets with his approval -- knows author will be flattered that the General has read his work. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. Powel\". Autograph letter, in 3rd person, integral cover, laminated, watermark (D \u0026 C Blau). Dated only \"Wednesday Noon\".","Four documents are bound together: Survey Notes, Washington's surveying notes on a portion of his Mount Vernon property that he has purchased from Sampson Darrell in 1757, 4-5 November 1762; Grant, to Sampson Darrell, 28 November 1694; Letter, Darrell Smith to George Washington, 9 October 1759; Indenture, from Sampson Darrell, 19 May 1760","This ledger includes a list of slaves at the Mount Vernon Plantations, clothing alloted to them each year, inventory of cattle, Nov. 15, 1785, accounts with the several plantations, accounts with shoemakers, overseers, and bricklayers. With other Accounts (including ones from George Augustine and Lawrence A. Washington, Tobias Lear, John and H. Fairfax, and Anthony Whiting).","This is a record of the work done at the various farms making up George Washington's Mount Vernon, reporting the number of hours worked by which workers, just what was being done on each farm during a particular week. Farms include Dogue Run, Ferry Plantation, Muddy Hole, River Plantation, and Frenchs Plantation (or Frenchs Quarter). Work by tailors, carpenters, shoemakers, coopers, ditchers, and millers are recorded separately. Includes \"Fairfaxs Report on House People\" for several weeks. Begins November 1786 and ends in April 1787. At the end of the volume there is a document titled \"Memorandum of things delivered to the different Plantations from the 12th of Apl. 1786, 1786 April 12-August 31\" that begins at the last page and works its way back toward the center of the volume. This used to be bound, but has since been unbound and is just leaves.","These surveys seem to be concerned with a road from the Ferry to Cameron.","This covers the period of the building of the Green house and the final stucco work and painting of the New Room.","Includes \"Skins put into the Vatts,\" \"Articles received into the Store, Articles delivered out of the Store, Rum account of rum received \u0026 doled out (giving reasons in many cases for the dole).","In the handwriting of Tobias Lear (1762-1816), Washington's private secretary, and James Anderson, Mount Vernon's farm and subsequent distillery manager from 1797 to the time of Washington's death in 1799.  Washington endorsed the ledger twice and approved accounts for fisheries, whiskey, shad, and herring.","King James version, containing the old and new testaments. Includes a page located in the book of Jeremiah, inscribed with family genealogical information. It lists the marriage date of Augustine Washington (ca. 1694-1743) and his second wife, Mary Ball (1708-1789), as well as the birth dates of their six children. George Washington, their eldest child, was born \"about 10 in the Morning\" on February 11, 1731/32, according to the Julian calendar then in use. The leather bound volume is missing the title page and has had extensive conservation work completed.","Small book bound in leather, entitled \"The American Repository of Useful Information containing a Calendar of the present Year ...\", engraved on front is \"Autograph of General Washington\" and \"Given to C. Hughes at Mount Vernon, 1825, Judge B. Washington\". Originally pasted in front were two letters, one dated December 24, 1825, Bushrod Washington to G.C. Washington, and one December 23, 1825, George Corbin Washington to C. Hughes [see letters under proper date]. The letter were removed from the diary during conservation treatment.","Bushrod Washington responds that he is glad to have him (George Corbin Washington) and Mr. Hughes to visit Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington\". Directed \"By Harry\" [pasted in back of G.W.'s diary for year 1797]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","George Corbin Washington wrote to Mr. Hughes to confirm that he told Judge [Bushrod] Washington of their intention of dining with him tomorrow [letter found in George Washington's diary for year 1797]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Compiled by and entirely in the hand of George Washington, the inventory of his late elder half brother's estate lists, by room, furniture, books, and other household items in the Mansion as well as slaves, horses, livestock and other chattels.","Washington leased the two tracts of land that formed his late brother Lawrence's estate, and 18 slaves, from Lawrence's widow Ann and her new husband George Lee for an annual rent of 15 hogsheads of tobacco or the cash equivalent. Document is signed by GW and both Lees, and witnessed by William Fairfax, John Dalton, and Denis McCarty.","In this document, Washington leased the two tracts of land that formed his late brother Lawrence's estate, and 18 slaves, from Lawrence's widow Ann and her new husband George Lee for an annual rent of 15 hogsheads of tobacco or the cash equivalent. Document is signed by GW and both Lees, and witnessed by William Fairfax, John Dalton, and Denis McCarty.","Autograph letter signed. Washington writes about the service and loyalty of the Virginia Regiment during the French and Indian War.","Quit claim deed written on handmade laid paper in the hand of George Washington. The quit claim is by John Carney to George Washington for 200 acres of land at Cliftons, formerly Piscataway Neck, which later became part of the Mount Vernon River Farm. Signed by John Carney (his mark), Lund Washington, Walter Magowan, Eno Williams (his mark), and Thos. Bishop.","Autograph survey and plat signed \"G. Washington.\" Docketed on verso by John Augustine Washington, \"An Including survey of all the Lands left me in Frederick, by my brother Lawrence Washington, done by George Washington Esqr.\" A survey of four parcels of land in present-day Jefferson County, West Virginia.","Docketed on back \"West v Posey Plat \u0026 Report\", in G.W.'s hand, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device \u0026 motto, \u0026 crown over GR), oversize document.  [This was part of the original grant to Spencer which George Washington purchased from Captain Posey to help cancel that gentleman's debt to him and others].  The plat showing survey lines is attached to the report.  A cover is attached, docketed \"Papers Relating To Mount Vernon Trace of Land.\"","Original; docketed on reverse in Washington's handwriting, as follows: \"Plats of Sundry Tracts of Land Belonging \u0026 Adjoining those of George Washington Fairfax County.\".","This indenture is the purchase agreement by which George Washington acquired six acres of land from John Posey.  This tract of land was situated along the Potomac River between the mouths of Little Hunting Creek and Dogue Creek.  The document is partially printed and filled out by George Washington in his own hand on June 10, 1772.  Washington signed his name five times within the text, and Posey signed it at the conclusion.  Witnesses John Parke Custis, Jonathan Palmer, Thomas Bishop and another individual, whose autograph is indecipherable, all signed that this document was sealed and delivered in their presence.  An inscription at the bottom of the document states that on October 19, 1772, court was held for the County of Fairfax and this lease was proved by the oaths of the witnesses to be the deed of John Posey.  The acquisition of this document by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association closes the circle on this important story and piece of Mount Vernon land which is approximately where the wharf of today is located.  It is the third in a series of documents between John Posey and George Washington.  The first two documents, GEORGE WASHINGTON'S SURVEY FOR JOHN POSEY, OCTOBER 10, 1769 (A-481.1) and LEASE FROM JOHN POSEY TO GEORGE WASHINGTON, APRIL 23, 1770 (RM-1022, MS-5650) already in Mount Vernon's possession, demonstrate Washington's longstanding interest in acquiring this tract of Posey's land.  This third and final document, negotiating the sale of the property to Washington, tells the story of his eventual success in acquiring the land and expanding his Mount Vernon estate.    Captain John Posey was a veteran of the French and Indian War, and George Washington's neighbor.  John Posey's home, Rover's Delight, was just a mile downriver, southwest, of Mount Vernon.  Posey farmed his plantation and operated a public ferry across the Potomac to Maryland.  Posey was a friend of Washington's and often joined him in fox hunts and to play cards.  John Posey suffered financial trouble throughout the 1760's and took loans from George Washington as well as other creditors.  For example, on October 1, 1763, Washington took a £700 mortgage on Posey's property.  Over the years the interest on Posey's debts grew and by October 1769 Posey's debt to Washington had grown to nearly 1,000 pounds Virginia currency.  On October 10, 1769, George Washington surveyed the land later purchased in this agreement (see A-481.1).  At that time this portion of land was under dispute between Posey and John West.  As a result of the demands of Posey's many creditors, the remainder of Posey's Virginia property, which was not under dispute, was auctioned off under court order on October 23, 1769.  With the 1769 sale, Washington was recompensed for his loans to Posey and Washington was able to acquire 200 acres of Posey's land.    However, Washington also desired ownership of the small area of disputed land which contained Posey's ferry and fishery.  Fortunately for Washington, Posey soon found himself back in debt.  On April 23, 1770, George Washington began to lease from Posey the land which had been under dispute between Posey and John West.  Washington was interested in leasing this land because it was located adjacent to Mount Vernon and on the Potomac River very close to his fishing and shipping operations.  With this 1770 lease, Washington assumed the management of Posey's land and ferry.  At some point during the following year, Posey resettled in Queenstown on the Eastern Shore of Maryland.  Washington continued to lease this land until finally acquiring it with this purchase document in 1772.  THE PAPERS OF GEORGE WASHINGTON state that the eventual purchase of this tract of land took place on June 8, 1772, because a deed of release from Posey to Washington now in the Rosenbach Museum and Library in Philadelphia carries this date (Colonial Series Vol. 8 187).  However, this official purchase agreement in the collection of Mount Vernon is dated June 10, 1772, and an inscription notes court was held on October 19, 1772.  By the time Washington made this agreement Posey was so broke that Washington was able to acquire the land, as well as Posey's house, ferry and horse-all for 50 pounds (Rees 154).    Witness Jonathan Palmer was George Washington's master carpenter.  Once Washington began leasing Posey's land, Washington had Palmer and his family move into Posey's home.  Washington records this in his diary on May 16, 1770.  It is because of Palmer's place of residence and connection to Posey and Washington that Palmer was eventually selected as one of the witnesses to this purchase agreement.","Inscription with a date of 1774. Then Hanover Co. (now Louisa Co.) Virginia.","Witnessed by G. Johnston, John Thornton, John Gunnell, Matthew Campbell.","Proved at court 16 Nov. 1772, signed by P. Wagoner.","Receipt for £605 on reverse signed by West and same witnesses.","Docketed \"West to Washington Release Nov. 1772 Nov. 18\" etc.","For 484 acres \"Land lying in Fairfax County on the head of Dogues' creek\", part of the tract West's wife Ann Brown inherited from her father who bought it from Zephaniah \u0026 Valinda Wade from the head of Dogue Run creek to W-n's stone mill house etc. for £605.","When George William and Sally Fairfax moved to England before the Revolutionary War, they asked their neighbor and friend George Washington to help them rent their Belvoir estate and sell the mansion's furnishings. On August 15, 1774, Washington administered an auction of their furniture, utensils, and books and docketed this inventory titled Sales of Furniture at Belvoir. This document includes items listed for sale, their selling prices, and purchaser's totals. Purchasers listed include Washington and his stepson John Parke Custis. George Washington was the high bidder of the event, spending a grand total of £169.12.6, over half the total receipts. Autograph document, one-page folio, docketed by George Washington on the verso.","Letter, 1777 March 12, in Alexander Hamilton's hand, from George Washington, Morristown, N.J., to Lt. Col. David Grier of the 7th Pennsylvania Regiment ordering him to submit a complete return of his regiment and to take new recruits who have not had smallpox to Philadelphia where they would be inoculated against the disease.","Date on original catalog card appears [1783].","Subdivisions of fields of Ferry and French's farm--on reverse is an explanation--in another hand, of the alterations in the arrangement of the field.","Signed by Wm. Barry and Sarah Barry. No witnesses.","Receipts for money signed by Wm. Barry on reverse.","Attested on reverse by P. Wagener, Comm. of Court.","\nDeed for part of original Spencer grant, which had been sold to Zephaniah Wade \u0026 descended to William Barry--\" ... William Barry and Sarah his wife for and in consideration of the Sum of three hundred and fifty pounds ... grant bargain ... unto the said George Washington ... all that moity of the remainder of the said five hundred acres of Land ... which upon the survey then made was found to contain one hundred and eighteen acres ...\""," Printed mss., blanks filled in by G.W., laminated, oversize document, watermarks (armed figure, rampant lion with arrows, matto \"Pro Patria\").","Signed by Geo. and Elizabeth Muse. Witnessed by Peyton Sterns, Jno. Hawkins, John Pendleton, Henry Pendleton \u0026 [J. Sims?].","On reverse, in G.W.'s hand is Receipt for the £20 \u0026 \"a Tract of Two thousand acres of Land lying in the county of Botetourt, on the River Kanhawa, which together is in full for the within mentioned Land.\" Singed by Geo. Muse.","Proved on April 20, 1784, in Richmond by J. Brown, clerk.","George Muse and wife Elizabeth \"... for and in Consideration of the Sum of Twenty pounds Current Money of Virginia, and other valuable considerations ...\" convey to George Washington \"a certain tract of Land containing Three Thousand three hundred and twenty three acres in the County of Botetourt, on the East side of the Great Kanhawa River ...\"","Signed by John Arris, Witnessed by John Gaunt, Edwd. McCormick \u0026 Francis Waller.","George Washington's signature does not appear; probably clipped for autograph.","On reverse, docketed twice, \"John Ariss to George Washington 700 Acres rent £60 and to pay Land Taxes\" in hand of [G.A. Washington ?].","A grant \"for and during the Lives of the said John Ariss and his present wife Elizabeth Ariss Seven hundred Acres of Land, lying in the County of Berkeley on the Waters of Bullskin being Part of Several Tracts had by Deeds from the Proprietor of the Northern Neck ...\" for \"Sixty Pounds...to be paid in specie on the Twenty Fifth day of December in Each and Every Year ...\"--also contains specifications for concerving timber on the land \u0026 planting trees, grass, and building houses.","Document signed by George Washington, George Gilpin, and John Fitzgerald listing about 85 employees of the Potomac Company. The employees include 7 overseers, 2 borers, 2 carpenters, 2 blacksmiths, 1 coaler, and 68 laborers. There are three women on the list - Nurse Margaret Cosgrove, Cook Mary Twinch, and Washer Polly Firth.","Portion of a large folio document containing approximately half of a survey of Ferry Plantation and 2 crop rotation tables for 1787 and 1797, entirely in George Washington's hand.","Engraved Society of the Cincinnati certificate for James William, Esquire of Virginia. As president of the Society, George Washington signs the document at Mount Vernon on March 1, 1787. The document is also signed by secretary Henry Knox. Certicate is mounted to a board and has some staining and a tear.","List of workmen employed at the Great Falls by the Potomack Company digging the C\u0026O Canal. Columnar style. Includes names, occupation, number of days, rations and total amount due in Virginia currency. George Washington as an incorporator of the Potomac Company along with the signatures of John Fitzgerald and George Gilpin appear on the reverse authorizing payment. Additional note from overseer Richardson Stuart regarding the final balance. Autograph document, 1 page.","Survey by George Washington of distances from Cameron to Colchester.","Key to accompany 1788 map of roads in MV area (also in MV collection) a summary of existing roads and recommendations for improving roads."," Document signed, docketed by Washington. Body of text in handwriting of Bartholomew Dandridge. Witnessed by Dandridge and signed by Green.","Renewal of Green's yearly contract as overseer for the slave carpenters at Mount Vernon.","Ledger account of kitchen staples purchased for the Presidential household in Phila. for Mar. 3-16, 1794, entirely in the hand of GW. A leaf from ledger in oversize manuscripts which begins Apr. 1794.","Day by day account in G.W.'s hand, of amt. and price of each item of food bought during the period--for month of June, no day by day account is included, but a total of each thing for 30 days of June.","Printed Broadside.","Signed in print by George Washington.","Some of George Washington's land at Mount Vernon to be sold or rented.","Presidential land grant issued by U. S. President George Washington to Samuel Eddins for his service in the Virginia Regiment. The grant consists of 1000 acres of land located northwest of the Ohio River, between the Little Miami and Sciota Rivers. Embossed paper wafer presidential seal at lower left. Document signed by George Washington and Secretary of State Timothy Pickering, 1 page.","Lists Mount Vernon enslaved people, their relationships, occupations, and place of residence on the estate -- a list of \"the negroes hired from Mrs. French.\" Autograph document, entirely in hand of George Washington, oversize document, laminated, George Washington's complete watermark. | Date on original catalog card appears [1799][July]. | [Probably prepared for information of his executors at the time he was drawing his will in July, 1799]. |","Washington writes that the recent death of John Airess, who had leased one of the Shenandoah farms, may give Lewis an opportunity to take over the lease. This in turn would give Washington a chance to transfer some slaves from Mount Vernon. He mentions that \"Mrs. Lewis has a girl born.\" See also GW to R. Lewis, 8/18/99.","Pair of plans for crop rotation and the plowings it required in the hand of George Washington. One plan is neatly headed \"Rotation by AW with the Plowings necessary to carry it into effect.\" The initials may refer to John Augustine Washington (1736-1787), for whom this plan may have been devised. The second plan is similarly headed \"Rotation by CW...,\" and was perhaps intended for Corbin Washington's use. Both plans are based on 75 acre plots of farmland. The number of days to plow or harrow the plot is carefully tabulated at the right of the list. In the lower part of each plan, Washington lists, month-by-month the sequence of plowings and harrowings, to calculate the labor needed.","Partial document of a plat of Mount Vernon, 'Old Plat of the Grounds in the NE part of the Pasture of Mount Vernon from the Summit of the Hills on which the Log'd Cabbins are.' Page one is the survey, page two includes surveying notes in Washington's hand.","Map with notes and 'A table of explanation this platt.' See 1748, March 29, Depositions in the Suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell [W-243/A-D]","Signed by Law Washington and witnessed by Mary Washington, Sam[uel] Washington, Charles Washington, John Washington, Martha Posey, \u0026 W[illiam] Fairfax.","Proved July 7, 1752 in Spotsylvania County.","\nConveying 3 lots in Fredericksburg.","His friends in Wmsburg, including Speaker, desire to see him \u0026 have him accept command of troops to be raised--if he will proceed on expedition \"twoud give a general satisfaction to our Country.\"--Assembly has voted £40,000 \u0026 1200 men immed. raised --\"I believe, were you present, that the greatest regard wou'd be shewn any proposals you shou'd think proper with regard to the expedition.\" Congratulations on his safe \"arrival among us\" [after Braddock's expedition] --condolences on his late illness.","Letter to be delivered by Mr. Harrison who accepts invitation to camp--lists letters received from G.W.; never received others--some \"villon\" is intercepting letters--mentions construction \u0026 appearance of \"wash house\" which G.W. does not intend as a wash house--Jenifer Adams has sold timber off land--bad rains washed out nearly completed tumbling dam--coopers \u0026 miller again at work on it--sowing wheat delayed by rains--Bennett Jenkins from western lands arrived--claims Simpson \u0026 Crawford didn't pay him--paid in Pa. currency--Simpson \u0026 son coming to Mt.V.--bought 6M 20d nails and 4000 ft. of inch plank--\"by the time the House is finishd that is now just Raised, we shall not have one foot of inch \u0026 1/4 plank left beside what is put away for the addition of the great House\"--bricklayers doing garden wall \u0026 chimney of wash house--stucco man still working on dining room--\"the ceily. is not clumsey, I think it light \u0026 handsome it is altogether worck'd by Hand which makes it tedius - as to puty. down the plaster in the new Room, it will not make two days odds in his doing the Room, for he can plaister in one day more than our two men can in a week.--if the sides is done in plain stoco it will not take him long, as to the seilg. I can form no judgment how long it will take him ...\"--Mrs. W. wants it finished so she can get into it this winter--she will talk to Col. [Fielding] Lewis about it--Webster making bricks--John [Broad] \u0026 the taylor \u0026 negroes sick--Mrs. W. not afraid of [Lord] Dunmore--valuables packed in trunks to be moved quickly if necessary--his papers will be sent away anyway--Sears still sick.","Sent word to Mrs. W. at New Kent informing her to come to camp--expect her here immediately--discussion by Md. and Alex. residents of plan to blocade river--Indian Head best place--\"Captn Boucher [said] he woud undertake with 3 ships [sunk] to stop the Channel so that no ship of Force coud get up the River ...\"--Mrs. W. packed his papers in a trunk to be sent to Capt. McCarty's for safe keeping--she gave him key to G.W.'s study but he won't touch anything there except in emergency--what to do with Col. Mercer's papers?--John West, Mr. Harper, Mr. Wilson ask for money owed them--Bishop needs money--Dr. Crail's negro came with news from over the mountains--Val Crawford comes, feels it useless to keep building on G.W.'s land there because of danger of British burning everything--should he grind wheat?--Jenifer Adams offers to rent Md. land--Col. Mason very ill since convention--Lund thinks Mt. V. very easily defended by 50 men--will consider making salt peter--Custis and wife with Mrs. W. in New Kent--Knowles is well, Webster sick, John Barry dead.","A plat and survey by Hezekiah Veatch, assistant Surveyor of Montgomery County, by request of Francis Deakins \u0026 Benjamin Jones, of Woodstock Manor, divided it into 2 equal tracts, correcting lines in a survey made in 1782 -- Signed statement by Deakins \u0026 Jones \"By request of the President of the United States and Colo. Mercer we have divided Woodstock into two Lots of Equal Value as per the above plat \u0026 certificate\". This land was conveyed to George Washington on 1 April 1793 by John Francis Mercer, his wife Sophia Sprigg Mercer, and by James Steuart and his wife Rebecca Sprigg Steuart in payment for a debt owed him by the estate of Mercers father, John Mercer.","Description of rental terms for River, Union and Dogue-run farms--all will rent for the same amount-terms for Muddy hole will be slightly less-leases will run for 14 years-rent will be paid in the form of wheat (or cash equivalent)-.","Also, included in document is GW's ideal rotation plan for a farm with six fields-gives annual production of crops and the possibilities for financial reward on the part of the tenant farmer.","This printed document is a patent for a method of controlling tides, signed by George Washington as President, Thomas Jefferson as Secretary of State, and Edmund Randolph as Attorney General.","Detailed hand-colored map of New England, compiled by Braddock Mead (alias John Green) and published by Thomas Jefferys in 1755. 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He described the document's condition, \"This document was split into three pieces, with numerous tears at folds and along edges, with a few areas of loss at the corners and along the left margin and at the corners of folds.\"  Mr. Mowery described his treatment, \"The document was bathed in an ethanol and water bath to remove soluble acids.  It was then extensively mended and the losses were filled with specially toned Japanese paper, adhered with zin shofu wheat starch paste.  Mends were on the verso and were toned with pastel.  It was deacidified and encapsulated in Mylar.\"  For photographs of the document before and after this treatment see the object file.","[London] : Thos. 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For more information, see content note for individal items.   The collection grows organically as new items are acquired.","Clerical copy of a deed for 1000 acres of land along the south bank of the Potomac River, Westmoreland County (the area became Fairfax County in 1742), Virginia, granted to Giles Brent, Junior. George Washington purchased the tract of land in 1760 and at that time may have acquired and annotated this copy of the 1654 deed. On the verso of the document George Washington's inscription reads, \"1 copy, Richard Bennett, esq., grant to Giles Brent for 1000 acs. of Ld. 6th September 1654.\"","George Washington drafted this survey for James Hamilton in 1749.  Signed \"Washington, SCC\" (for Surveyor of Culpeper County), this survey details 350 acres on the border of Augusta County, Virginia, along the Cacapehon (Cacapon) or Lost River.","Signed \"Washington, SCC\" (for Surveyor of Culpeper County), this survey details 400 acres of Augusta County, Virginia, along the Cacapehon (Cacapon) or Lost River.  The left section of the document's text has been lost, but a masterfully drafted plat and a scale of poles are intact on the right side of the page.","Henry Trenn binds himself to pay £50 unless he \"make or cause to be made unto the above sd. Lawrence Washington ... a Lease for the Term of nine hundred ninety \u0026 nine Years of all the Land which is at this present overflowed by the sd. Washington Mill Dam included within the sd. Trenn Bounds on Dogue Runn ...\"","Signed \"Washington, SCC\" (for Surveyor of Culpeper County), this survey details 400 acres of Frederick County along the North River.  These lands originally belonged to George Nixon who assigned them to David Wood, on behalf of Daniel Wood.  The latter assigned the lands to Dr. James Craik, George Washington's friend and physician, and Philip Bush in 1771.  Washington recorded the survey in his field book on April 14, 1750, but may have incorrectly dated the finished document which reads June 14, 1750.  It is one of 49 he completed within a month beginning on March 30, 1750.  ","Chainman John Lonem is also named on the survey.  Washington frequently worked with Lonem, who was known as a reliable and speedy worker.","Land survey for 730 acres in Frederick County, VA, by George Washington for John Grub. Autograph document signed, 2 pages.","Plat of 360 acres, with prose description of measurements on adjacent leaf.","Plat map--Long Marsh Run 633 acres.","Land survey with 2 plat maps by George Washington for Gersham Keyes, detailing two tracts of land on Evitts Run in Frederick County, VA. One tract contained 109 acres and one 100 acres, which was part of a land parcel granted to Lawrence Washington, George Washington's half-brother. Three additional names listed of those who assisted with the survey - Robert Worthington, Michael Sweim (chainmen -'C.C.') and William Davis (marker - 'Mr.'). The first two lines at the upper left, not in Washington's writing, describe conveyance 'by deeds from Mr. Lawrence Washington to Keyes' with an added date of August 14, 1751. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Partial land survey, missing plat, by George Washington for Benjamin Rutherford, concerning 292 acres between the head of the South Fork of Bullskin Run and Opequon Creek in Frederick County, VA (now Jefferson County, West Virginia). Two additional people are listed in the document: James McCarmick and John Ramsey (C.C.- chainmen). Benjamin Rutherford assisted with the survey as the marker 'Mr.' Docket indicates that this land was later granted to George Hyatt. Autograph document signed, 2 pages.","Partial land survey, plat map only, by George Washington for William Mullin concerning 247 acres on Mill Branch, a branch of the Cacapon River in Frederick County, VA (now Jefferson County, West Virginia). Docket indicates that this land was later granted to Thomas Hollowell. Autograph document, 2 pages.","A survey of 269 acres made for the tract's future owner, William Nayler. The land on the Cacapon River which is now the NW border of West Virginia and Virginia","Washington wrote this letter to Lieutenant-Governor Dinwiddie as he prepared for his first military appointment, an expedition with 160 soldiers to the forks of the Allegheny, Ohio and Monongahela Rivers. He requested supplies, uniforms, clarification of pay for troops, and offered his personal observations of Native Americans.","This document divides Lawrence Lewis' slaves between Col. George Lee and the brothers of Lawrence Washington. It is signed by GW, George Lee, Ann Lee, and Aug. Washington. Witnessed by William Fairfax, George William Fairfax, Robert Merrie, John Dalton, Thomas Plummer, John Tuberville, John Carlyle, Sarah Carlyle, and Bryan Fairfax.","Washington wrote to Smith and provided a list of subscribers, including himself, to the American Magazine and Monthly Chronicle for the British Colonies.","Documents detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.","George Washington wrote this letter to George William Fairfax to inform him of Major Grant's unfortunate expedition to Fort Duquesne. Washington describes the circumstances of the attack, the significant number of men and officers killed, and concludes: \"It is with infinite pleasure I tell you that the Virginians, Officers and Men, distinguished themselves in the most eminent manner - that the General has Complimented me publickly on their good behaviour, and that every Mouth resounds their Praises. The Highlanders and them are become one People, shaking each other by the hand wherever they meet tho. perfect stranger's.\"","Expects to be up [to Mount Vernon] tomorrow -- Miles sent to get key from Col. Fairfax -- Alton to get house in order, make fires in lower rooms and air them -- two bedsteads put up, one in hall room, one in little dining room -- get out chairs and tables and clean and rub them and stair case -- find eggs and chickens and \"prepare in the best manner you can for our coming.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Given to Mr. [ ] Clemson - January 24th 1832 at Mount Vernon by Mrs. Jane Washington supposed to have been written soon after his marriage and Braddocks defeat.\"","Court decrees that Sale of William Clifton's lands to Thomas Colville and George Johnston to be put aside, and lands are to be sold at public auction to pay off his just debts to Charles Carroll and other defendants. Washington G.W. bought this land at auction, and it became his River farm.","Autograph letter signed. Washington writes to his brother-in-law Burwell Bassett. The letter was carried to Fredericksburg from Mount Vernon by Miles Richardson, who had been one of Washington's batmen in the Virginia Regiment during Forbes' Campaign of 1758. Richardson was hired by Washington, most likely as a valet, from January 1, 1759 – May 10, 1759.","Written within the first year of Washingotn's marriage to Martha Dandridge Custis, the letter mentions visiting John Mercer to sort through papers related to the estate of Martha's late husband Daniel Parke Custis. Washington writes that he will bring Martha with him on the visit in case she is needed to answer any lingering questions about the Custis estate.","Washington also asks Bassett to procure a horse brand for George William Fairfax from James Danworth and to purchase canary seed for Martha's birds. This is the earliest known reference to pets at Mount Vernon.","Sending an envoy to pick up a Chestnut mare which Colonel Bassett has purchased. Urges him to visit at Mount Vernon.","List of sundry goods ordered by George Washington consisting of a variety of items inlcuding furniture, textiles, clothing, food, and tools. Many of these purchases are related to Martha Washington and her two children, John Parke Custis and Martha (Patsy) Custis, due to the Washingtons' recent marriage.","\"I endeavourd to find out the true bounds of my Mount Vernon Tract of Land - but not knowing where it divided from Spencer's part of the River, nor being able to find harrison cornr Ash mentiond in his Deed to stand on the River side at the Mouth the Blind Pocoson - I began at two Ash trees and Elm ...\"","Weekly reports of work done by carpenters, with prices charged on most \u0026 for whom work was done--also account of breeding mares (?) and acct. of staves, tools, nails, leather, etc. loaned or given out--acct. of days of work done by John Askew, list of things needing to be repaired by carpenters--quantity of cider, brandy \u0026 peach mobey in each still--\"An Account taken of the Days which John Askew missed working for Collo. Washington in the Six Months pr. agreement which says is to be made up by the said Askew ...\"--Brandy delivered to Thomas Nichols.","The letter deals with Washington's negotiations for the River Farm, then called Clifton's Neck. Clifton has sold land to Mr. [Thomson] Mason for a greater price after promising to sell it to him first--was told that Clifton had no clear title to land--nothing in writing, but terms agreed on--George Washington thinks only equitable way is to put up land for public auction, so all disputants will have equal chance to purchase it.","Land document written and signed by George Washington regarding his ownership of Mount Vernon. This document was the final rent payment before George Washington full inherited the property.","Reports the sale on behalf of the Commissioners, G. Fairfax, G. Washington \u0026 Chas. Green of the Clifton tract to George Washington at auction for L1210.","Notice of the sale of the Clifton Land [River Farm] to [George] Washington","Statement of cash and bills paid and in hand as a result of Court order in Chancerty pursuant to suit of Clifton vs. Carroll and others.","George Washington writes to Robert Cary and Company, British creditors, about the severe drought and therefore the inability to grow tobacco and grain this season. George Washington also shows frustration with the time it takes to receive supplies from Great Britain and to ship his crops to them.","Mountain road lottery ticket","Moutain Road ticket","12 month ticket signed by George Washington as an official of the lottery. Tickets were sold to raise money to open roads from Virginia West to help in the settlement of the West.","Engraved ticket, signed by George Washington as an official of the lottery. Purpose of the lottery was to raise money for Virginia to build roads to the western part of Virginia, thus opening up tracts of land further west for development.","Engraved ticket, signed by George Washington as an official of the lottery. Purpose of the lottery was to raise money for Virginia to build roads to the western part of Virginia, thus opening up tracts of land further west for development.","Engraved ticket, signed by George Washington as an official of the lottery. Purpose of the lottery was to raise money for Virginia to build roads to the western part of Virginia, thus opening up tracts of land further west for development.","Engraved ticket, signed by George Washington as an official of the lottery. Purpose of the lottery was to raise money for Virginia to build roads to the western part of Virginia, thus opening up tracts of land further west for development.","Handwritten receipt for the purchase of a horse \"for the use of Master Custis.\"","\"Invoice of goods to be sent to Geo. Washington Potomack River, Virginia\"--items ranging from nails and curry combs, and almonds and raisons to lace, ribbon, silk, and a coat made up for a \"middle sized woman.\"","Sends [Latin] books to Master [John Parke] Custis, who forgot them--[Jacky's] illness (worms)] call Dr. Mercer if symptons return--how is the boy taking his unaccustomed absence from home:--does he need anything?--his bed and bedding--didn't mean for [Boucher] to give [Jacky] special indulgence or partiality, but feels he should have as little disapation and indulgence as is necessary to good health and spirits--he meant merely that if [Jacky] were kept under [Boucher's] eye he would benefit from [Boucher's] good examples--however, he realizes every parent's anxiety for child makes same request--so withdraws his request--[Boucher's] letter to Revd. Mr. Addison forwarded by Dr. Ramney","\"To the Revd. Mr. Baucher in St. Mary's parish Caroline City\".GW, doting stepfather, sends absentee excuse for Jackie Custis's late return to school after the holidays.","George Washington's land agreement with George Mason, dated April 21, 1769.  George Mason lived at Gunston Hall, which is located just below Mount Vernon on the Potomac River in Fairfax County.  Surveys inherited in Washington's day were often inaccurate and this land agreement settled a long-standing dispute concerning the boundary line that divided Mount Vernon from Mason's property.  This folio incorporates both a legal contract and the elements of a survey that Washington himself undertook in 1769 to settle the inaccurate western boundary of the lands between Dogue Creek and Little Hunting Creek. The one page document is written in a clerical hand and is endorsed with George Washington's signature.","A caring and involved father, George Washington wrote this letter to his stepson's tutor, the Reverend Jonathan Boucher. In it he instructs his ward's tutor to enroll John Parke Custis with a particular dancing master. Written from Mount Vernon on April 24, 1769, Washington states, \"In respect to the Dancing Gentry, I am glad to find you have such choice of them, …Newman...I have heard him well spoken of as a teacher in that Science… you will be so good therefore Sir to enter Mastr Custis with Mr. Newman for a year or otherwise, as he may form his School.\"","Financial ledger account written by George Washington and documenting transactions between Washington and John Posey, from October 1765 to June 1769. Includes a 1767 bond between Posey and George Mason with George Washington as security. As a result of the forfeiture of this bond, Washington acquired enslaved people as well as 'sundry stock, goods [and] chattels' from Posey. Hercules Posey was one of the enslaved people acquired through this transaction. Washington signs at the conclusion 'E. Excepted pr Go: Washington, Copy of an Acct given to Mr. Grayson, Sept'r 19th 1769'. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","Plat \u0026 Memorandum of a survey made by George Washington for Capt. John Posey","Moneys expended and received on behalf of George Washington by [probably a manager or overseer].","Agreement for lease of 7 acres of land by John Posey to George Washington.","Letter from George Washington to Carter Braxton, Esq, and the trustees of Colonel Bernard Moore. Washington agrees to be answerable for the sum of £100 in order for Colonel Moore to purchase enslaved people, 'for the immediate support of his family'. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Receipt for 1 pound, 1 shilling paid by Edward McGuire for James Commack to defray the cost for a land survey for 200,000 acres allotted to the Virginia Regiment by Dinwiddie's Proclamation of 1754. Receipt text in another hand, signed by George Washington. Autograph document signed, small sheet.","William Carlin was a tailor in Alexandria. His account book is among our treasures and includes entries for clothes made for the Washington's, members of the Mount Vernon household, and other Virginia customers such as the Fairfax's, George Mason, and David Ramsey. Entries for George Washington span from 1765 to 1771 and this receipt corresponds directly to entries in the account book.  The services on the receipt include 'making a suit for Frank' and 'altering a pr. Lether (sp) Bretches to Giles.'","Account : George William Fairfax with Craven Peyton","\"It is an easier matter to conceive than to describe, the distress of this family; especially that of the unhappy parent of our dear Patsy Custis, when I inform you that yesterday removed the sweet Innocent girl into a more happy and peaceful abode than any she has met with in the affected path she hitherto has trod.\"","Account of cash sent Mr. Francis Willis, draft on Osgood Hanbury \u0026 Co., to Mr. Ramsey for postage, to Truro Parish for Fairfax's pew.","George Washington carefully drafted this elegant west elevation of his Mount Vernon mansion.  It provides insight into Washington's plans for the second major expansion of his home.  The elevation has wide doors and nearly symmetrical windows, while the final construction favored transom lights and the powerful exterior asymmetry of windows, preserving the symmetry of the interior rooms.  The undated manuscript was probably drafted prior to construction, which began in 1774.  This is the only extant exterior drawing of the mansion made by George Washington.  On the verso, also in Washington's hand, is a floor plan for the mansion's cellar.","Promissory note for George William Fairfax's pew at Truro Parish. The document is signed by George Washington who served as an agent for Fairfax.","Summary of pleas with case starting on May 18, 1772; other action taken on Feb. 22, 1774, and Mar. 23, 1774 -- final judgement given May 17, 1774-Savage ordered to pay £606.17.6. Document, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over heraldic device), docketed \"Washington vs. Savage - Record\". | [As trustees for Mrs. William Savage (formerly Mrs. Charles Green) Washington and Fairfax were attempting to collect the money which her husband had promised in regular payments. Mason stood as security for the bond]. |","George Washington endorsed this account of his financial transactions with the prominent Alexandria merchant William Herbert. A frequent visitor to Mount Vernon, Herbert was an Irish immigrant who married Sarah Carlyle and later became the President of the Bank of Alexandria. Herbert signed this two page account and Washington endorsed it on the verso. The transactions recorded here date from March through July of 1775.","Bill for making coat and waistcoat, breeches, altering a coat and breeches, making another coat on a later date, and making a suit of regimentals.","Fears for the cause and for his character if he fails--Congress in Committee have consented to a Continental Currency \u0026 have ordered 2 million dollars to be struck off for payment of troops \u0026 other expences of defence--15,000 men voted as a Continental army, \u0026 he hopes more will be voted--other high officers not named yet--asks him and Mrs. Bassett to visit Mt. Vernon and take Mrs. Washington down to [Eltham] with them--uneasy at leaving her alone at Mount Vernon.","Washington writes a short letter before leaving for camp at Boston: \"I go fully trusting in that Providence which has been more bountiful than I deserve, and in full confidence of a happy Meeting with you sometime in the Fall ... I have not time to add more, as I am surrounded with company to take leave of me. I retain an unalterable affection for you, which neither time or distance can change. My best love to Jack and Nelly, and regards for the rest of the Family ...\"","This is a directive to his managers on subjects of responsibility during his absence","Expense report titled 'April 4 1776 An Account of Expences of His Excellency General Washington v. Guard, Waggons, horses, [and] waggoners, [etc etc] from Cambridge to New York - with several bills'. This report lists 24 expenses incurred by General George Washington and his Lifeguards on the journey from Cambridge, Massachusetts, to New York between April 4-13, 1776. Includes towns such as Providence, RI, and Norwich, CT, along with the amounts spent at each location and vendor names, taverns, etc. The total expense listed is £86.14.5. Autograph document, 1 page.","Instructions on keeping the enemy from crossing the river [Delaware]--plan for a retreat towards Philadelphia if necessary--send a spy across the river--make a show of having fresh troops to gain time--get someone into Trenton for news of boats being built.","Partially printed assessments of George Washington's accounts primarily during the Revolutionary War.","Informs Cook of the problems of the army in enlisting new recruits and obtaining arms. Intent of Hessians to leave R.I. winter quarter and Continentals' need to raise more men to protect States. Begs that each state meet its quota of troops.","Presents her with a lock of hair.","General Washington writes from Fishkill [N. Y.] to New York governor George Clinton. Abuse of citizens in this state by army officers -- ordered boat containing Mr. Cuyler's family and belongings to be stopped short of Fishkill -- those aboard shouldn't be permitted to review the works at West Point -- sends by express packets addressed to Clinton and [government of N. Y.], sent down by flag -- they contain extraordinary Manifesto and proclamation -- if boat with Cuyler's effects is to return, write General Putnam -- he [George Washington] returns to Fredericksburg [N. Y.] this afternoon. Document signed, in hand of (?), docketed \"Genl. Washington Letter Octr. 8th 1778, concerning a Flag sent from New York for Mr. Cuyler \u0026 his Effects \u0026c with a Manifesto of the Commre at New York.","Written from Fredericksburg, NY, Washington orders delay of Canadian expedition, but continued preparation for it; civil treatment of Native Americans; winter weather.","George Washington writes to Lund Washington from his headquarters in Middlebrook, NJ on 1779 April 3; makes arrangements for a shipment of fine Bordeaux claret; discusses financial matters concerning the estate of George Mercer; referenes the exchange of two slaves between Mount Vernon and his mother's home in Fredericksburg; questions Lund on the status of planting and propogating of trees, admonishing him for not answering some of his early queries and questions his management techniques; reports that things are slow on the war front and a recent storm impacted British transports.","While encamped at Middlebrook, New Jersey for the winter of 1779 George Washington wrote this letter to Nathanial Greene about trading one of his horses for another.","Personal letter to Lund, expressing the General's feelings about the general \"decay of public spirit \u0026 virtue\", which is contributing to the severe economic problems of the time.","Letter from George Washington to Arthur St. Clair regarding instructions for handling British soldiers without assistance from other divisions. Uncertainty over British movements and intentions prevented St. Clair from settling on a course for his division.","Letter from George Washington to General Edward Hand requesting Hand to return to the encampment at Morristown from his Lancaster home during the winter of 1780. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter asking Lund Washington for legal advice relating to a chancery suit depending between Mr James Mercer \u0026 \"the persons for whom I am acting as Attorney.\" He believes that Lund has a better understanding than \"[his] own knowledge of these kind of proceedings is capable of affording...\"","Re: a chariot Washington has ordered made in Philadelphia at £210 specie or paper equivalent.","Reports death of Don Juan Mirailles [Spanish envoy] who came on visit with Minister of France and was seized on arrival with \"a violent biliary complaint\" -- died despite best care of physicians and himself -- present his respects to [Mirailles's] lady. Autograph letter signed, watermark (J. Taylor, \u0026 an encircled armed figure). | Navarro was Governor \u0026 Capt. General of Cuba.","Washington acknowledges Biddle's resignation from his position and praises Biddle's duty as an officer.","Lund's late trip to Philadelphia--British \u0026 French fleets arrived--few recruits--promised aid from states will probably arrive too late--fears [Mt. Vernon] crops may be ruined by drought--how many colts are there?","Letter from George Washington, in the hand of  Tench Tilghman, to Major Judah Alden. The letter is sent from Washington's headquarters, Passaic Falls, New Jersey. The correspondence lays out an elaborate plan of attack meant to fall into the hands of the enemy. The \"misinformation\" was a spy tactic in hopes that it would be intercepted and throw off British forces.  The body of the letter is in the hand of Tilghman with the exception of one line by Washington's reading, \"but are not to make fires or discover themselves.\"","Letter in Alexander Hamilton's hand, signed by Washington. Washington issues orders for Colonel Christopher Greene's First Rhode Island Regiment, which included formerly enslaved African American soldiers, to march from Newport to West Point under Rochambeau. Washington writes, \"only come on with such officers as are to remain in service on the new arrangement and such men as engaged for the war, or at least for a term, that will last through the next campaign. The other men you may dismiss, unless the Count de Rochambeau should find any employment for them where they are now.\"","Enquiring about a transaction of bills to have been deposited in the Virginia Loan Office. Also, requesting a good family Steward be employed for the Washington family.","George Washington to Benjamin Tallmadge, 8 April 1781, in which Washington asks Tallmadge to transmit a letter to Rochambeau.  Washington contemplated a daring raid on the British troop on Long Island.  \"The success of the Enterprise,\" Washington wrote to Tallmadge, \"must depend, on … the secrecy of the attempt, and a knowledge of the exact situation of the enemy.\"","Letter from George Washington to Joseph Webb, regarding Martha's health and thanking Webb for his hospitality at his home in Wethersfield, CT. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","The warrant requests Pickering send 200 pounds from British Military Chest to Col. Edward Carrington for the Southern Army.","Just returned from a Committee--will accompany her to Mr. Bingham's tomorrow afternoon.","Autograph letter signed. Washington writes about the sorrow he felt when Chastellux departed to return to France: \"A sense of your public services to this country, and gratitude for your private friendship, quite overcame me at the moment of our separation.\" Washington adds, \"I truly say, never in my life did I ever part with a man to whom my soul clave more sincerely than it did to you.\" Washington hopes that, after the war, he can accompany Chastellux on a tour of North America. In the postscript, Washington writes that he is enclosing a letter to Marquis de Lafayette.","Written from Newburg, NY, Washington supports financial plight of soldiers, in spite of brewing conspiracy against him.","Letter from George Washington to Theodorick Bland, written from headquarters at Newburgh, NY. Writing several weeks after the events of the Newburgh Conspiracy and Washington's Newburgh Address, he discusses the disbanding of the Continental Army and the need to resolve Army pay and pensions.  Washington speaks candidly about the urgency of the situation: \"the necessity of fulfilling this Expectation of the Army affects me so exceeding forcibly, that I cannot help dwelling upon it, nor is there in my present apprehension a point of greater Consequence, or that requires more serious attention\". Autograph letter signed, 11 pages.","In this letter, George Washington continued with an update on the changing and hopefully improving state of affairs in America.","Letter of introduction on behalf of George Washington's \"nephew... who has been in bad health for more than twelve Months—He is advised by his Physicians to spend the summer on the Island of Rhode Island for the benefit of the Sea Air \u0026 Climate—\"","Discharge from the American Army, signed by George Washington and Jonathan Trumbull.","Sergeant Henry Leider's discharge certificate from the Continental Army.","\"An Acct. of Mrs. Washington's Expences from Virginia to my Winter Quarters \u0026 back again to Virginia according to the Memms. and accts. which I have received from her \u0026 those who accompd. her\"--expences amounting to £1064.1","Cost of things bought in Philadelphia by Mrs. Washington","Princeton. In this letter, after successfully commanding the Army, George Washington discusses his strong desire to retire and concludes the letter with updates on the state of independence and his continued travels to explore western lands.","Signed by Penelope French, Benjamin Dulany, and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier with some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.","Mount Vernon. In this letter, after returning to Mount Vernon on Christmas Eve 1783, George Washington enthusiastically remarked that he was finally able to retire.","Introduces the Count de Laval Monmorency, brother to Duke de Laval and Colonel in Regiment of Royal Auvergne--he is on a tour from Charleston to New York.","Will be careful of letter and box for Mrs. Fitzhugh--leaves city immediately after meeting of the Society.","Washington thanks Gordon for sending him newspapers from Boston and mentions issues he is having with people settling on his lands near the Ohio River, which is he is about to leave Virginia to take care of.","Receipt for rents owed and paid by Henry Whiting on account of plantation rented from George Washington for 11 years by Whiting's father.","Letter from George Washington to Edward Snickers accepting his offer to manage the leasing of land purchased from the sale of Colonel George Mercer's estate. Washington sends a map of the plots and a copy of the lease (not identified), summarizes the terms of the lease, and shares his hope that Snickers finds tenants who will become long-term residents rather than see the land become 'Negro Plantations' rented to an absentee landlord. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","George Washington acknowledges receipt of several letters from George Augustine Washington at Barbadoes and Bermuda.","Leaf from a notebook kept by George Washington suggestions which includes improvements and experiments in modern farming techniques and inventions from experts of the time.","Plans for the Greenhouse quarters drawn and annotated by George Washington about 1785","Memorandum notes that Quarters to be 16' wide; half of that with 4' projection sufficient width for greenhouse; chimneys and where to place them; in front part of greenhouse need 2 tiers of windows; windows close together; chimneys in quarters; front of quarters might be wood with brick underpinning--center or greenhouse part all brick to the eves; rafters same angle; describes how to place windows in greenhouse.","Leaf from a Mount Vernon ledger.","Please forward enclosed letter ... requests current cash prices of good plank (inch, inch \u0026 quarter, inch \u0026 half) in Alexandria ... if vessel presently in harbor and has some for sale, master should call at Mount Vernon ...","Docketed \"Rough field Notes taken by George Washington in running the courses of the Land bot. from George \u0026 Jas. Mercer\".","[reverse of document dated Mar. 5, 1785, Patrick Henry to George Washington].","Autograph letter signed. Washington responds to a former Revolutionary officer's request for assistance. Washington offers to provide a certificate of service to Weissenfels if he can first send a testament of services from his commanding officer, Governor George Clinton.","George Washington discusses terms for hiring new miller Joseph Davenport who will replace miller Roberts.","Daily expenditures from cash fund on hand, and money received, with detailed explanation of some receipts and expenditures.","Concerning the purchase of shares of stock in the Potomac Company.","Anyone recommended by Mr. Powel is welcome at Mt. Vernon--encloses letter from an unknown gentleman [this was a Mr. Charles Vancouver, desiring to dedicate a publication to George Washington]--investigate to see what others think of author \u0026 his project.","Mr. Powel's advice has made him write Mr. [Charles] Vancouver, declining dedication of his publication--hopes to see Dr. Mayes, Powel's friend, on return from Caroline--Mrs. Macauly Graham's journey to the south--Mrs. Powel's letter to his nephew [Bushrod Washington] in Fredericksburg will be cared for.","Mount Vernon. George Washington opened this letter with a response to Chastellux's previous flattery, he continued with his hopes for peaceful trade and poetically outlined how nations might accomplish such a noble task, and he concluded with his plans for the Potomac Navigation Company, further identifying peaceful trade as a means of uniting nations.","Letter of condolence on Gov. Trumbull's death [Jonathan Trumbull Sr.]","Washington contracts in advance to purchase all 1,000 bushels of wheat from Mr. Battaile Muse. Purchased for George Washington's mill. Paid 6 shillings per bushel.","Washington first asks Gilpin for the use of a scow with which he intends to dredge mud from the river bottom for trial as fertilizer. Then he goes into some detail about the making of a water level and staff which he desires, \"I have joiners that could execute the wooden work ... but my Smith is too great a bungler to entrust anything to him, ...\" Washington asks Gilpin to have the iron work done for him, or, if he thinks it preferable to make the complete instrument for him.","Letter discussing the \"Agricultural Society of Philadelphia,\" also known as the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture.","Washington hopes to trade 25 barrels of fine flour for \". . . a she ass from Surinam, . .\"","A character testimonial on behalf of Mr. Booth, (of Westmoreland Co., Va.).","fragment, endorsed \"Rect. No. 149 Walker Blunt Block Maker\".","Presents Rev. Mr. Griffith, who owns much property in Alexandria--he wants to borrow money to build--good securities--would not hesitate to make loan himself, had he the money.","Autograph letter signed, Mount Vernon. Washington writes that he has only just received Trumbull's letter and enclosure of Feb. 20, and he hopes Trumbull will make his southern tour and visit Mount Vernon. Washington mentions the marriage of George Augustine Washington and Fanny Bassett, who are living with him, and encloses a letter for Mr. Dwight. This is Rev. Timothy Dwight, who sent Washington a copy of the \"Conquest of Canaan.\"","Covers period April 23-29, including \"6 half Johan. and half a Guinea to pay Mr. Buchanan my dividd. of the cash for the James River Navigation and recd. from his office 426 dollars in Indents (paper) for Interest on my Loan Office Certificates emitted in this state of Virginia.\" Includes money paid for rum, wool cards, G. \u0026 L. Washington's schooling [Samuel's children], flour, ferriage, etc.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel, Mount Vernon to Whitehaven. Washington writes that he received 1400 Flags with small breakage, sent £50 bill on Wakelin Welch, and will settle for balance before Mr. Sanderson leaves country.","Autograph letter signed with address panel. Mount Vernon to New York. Washington thanks Taylor for the apples and pickled and fried oysters that he sent.","Mount Vernon. In this letter, George Washington sends his congratulations to David Humphreys on return to America [from London] and invites him to Mount Vernon.","Letter from George Washington to Richard Sprigg regarding husbandry and breeding a donkey. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Letter signed. Mount Vernon. Sends several letters of James Bloxham's--Bloxham undecided about staying longer than a year--\"In a word he seems rather to have expected to have found well organized farms, than that the end and design of my employing him was to make them so.\"--if Bloxham's wife is to come, let her come on ship to Alexandria or nearby ports--she can pay for seed, implements, etc., and be repaid in Virginia.","Report from George Washington to the Potomac Company shareholders. Written during Washington's term as president of the corporation, it provides updates on the progress of the company's work and a reminder that stock payments are due soon. Includes a discussion of works at the Seneca and Shenandoah Falls as well as the cutting of a canal at Great Falls. Provides a reminder of the appointed day for electing a president and directors for the ensuing year. Autograph document in unknown handwriting, signed 'In behalf of the Directors,' by George Washington, 1 page.","Autograph letter, signed. Mount Vernon. Washington asks Digges if he would inquire among his friends on the Eastern Shore, Maryland \"if I could be furnished with one thousand feet of the best plan plank; precisely 24 feet long (when dressed) - To be without sap, or knots. - It is for the floor of my New room.\" Years before Washington had set aside some like lumber but \"behold! half of it was stolen, and the other half will match no plank I can now get.\"","Acknowledges Peale's receipt of Golden Pheasant. Sent body of French Hen. Wishes Peale success with mezzotinto prints.","Incloses copy of the Vision of Columbus which he promised--his copies just came to hand.","For 3 ruffled shirts, 1 plain one, 4 stockings, 1 pair breeches, etc.","Advising him that he will discharge the balance owing--Mr. Morris will have his agent in New York pay $840, about £325.6. as per account of January.","Regrets hearing that George Augustine Washington is ill, wants him not to do more than he can safely do. Instructions about Mount Vernon.","Will call for her in carriage in hopes of accompanying her to Lansdown this evening.","Thanks for inquiring into prices of painting and lining carriages--he has employed a Mr. Clark to repair chariot--well spoken of--can see progress every day when passing his workshop in the Square.","George Washington appointed George Augustine Washington manager of Mount Vernon in his absence. The letter gives detailed instruction of farming Mount Vernon, as well as decorating the mansion, improvements to farm buildings, supervision and care of the servants, miscellaneous purchases.","Has perused contents of enclosed--finds it good and just, and thinks they will meet with favorable reception of his nephew [Bushrod Washington].","\"Dear Sir, I have this moment been favored with your letter and with out date from Prince Georges County and have ordered the Jennies to be delivered to Mr. Dove--hoping both will prove with foal. Royal Gift never fails ...,\".","Lists the names, occupations, and salaries of 86 workmen on the Potomac Company canal near Harper's Ferry.","Introduces Mr. and Mrs. [Samuel] Powel of Philadelphia.","The Powel's safe arrival in Philadelphia [after visit at Mt. Vernon]--the Mr. Morrises [Robert and Gouvernor] visited on way to Richmond--hopes to hear of the [Pennsylvania] state convention's decision on Federal Government--Spanish chestnuts--will send more about the 1st of October next year.","Thanks for seeds--glad Caleb Hall did not come from England--thanks for offer to send blacksmiths \u0026 mill wrights, but needs none--no benefits for people of that kind to come over--\"Whenever we have a regular \u0026 firm government established the prospect for these people will be much more pleasing.\"--Bloxham well.","Thoughts about various states debating ratification of Constitution--generosity of landholders in county of Philadelphia in proposing it for seat of Federal government.","George Washington passes on some information about Irish wolf dogs to Carter which he received from an Irish gentleman. George Washington does not think that mastiffs will fulfill the purpose of hunting wolves which Carter apparently wants.","In this letter, George Washington reveals his humorous side after learning of Chastellux's recent marriage and Washington ended the letter with important information on the Constitution and methods of united the now new nation.","Invitation to dinner for Monday, May 19, 1788. Answer is requested.","Thanks her for her composition in his honor--new government--hopes those of her sex will introduce federal fashions and national manners instead of following foreign manners and fashions.","Washington introduces the Count de Moustier, from the Court of France, and the Marchioness de Brehan, who are returning to New York and propose to pass through Baltimore.","Introdues [Ferdinand] Fairfax, son of [Bryan] Fairfax, his godson--he goes to Philadelphia to complete his studies.","Washington advises his nephew about his contemplated move to Alexandria to set up a law practice.","Letter discussing Bushrod renting George Washington's townhouse in Alexandria, as well as the stable and garden.","George Washington grants his nephew, George Augustine Washington, power of attorney during the former's absence from Mount Vernon. George Washington was preparing to take office as first President of the United States, and George Augustine Washington acted as manager of Mount Vernon during George Washington's first term. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and John Fairfax.","Bill from President to Mr. Lewis","Presidential appointment to Redman as customs collector at the port of Yeocomico River in Virginia. The rest of the document is filled in by Tobias Lear. This appointment followed the first Tariff Act of July 4, 178","On September 3, 1789, George Washington sent this letter to Edmund Jennings Lee inviting him to dine at Mount Vernon along with John Marshall and Bushrod Washington. Marshall had recently returned from service as peace commissioner to France and Washington hoped to persuade him to run for Congress in the upcoming election. Lee must have declined this invitation, because his name is not recorded in Washington's diary among his dinner guests that evening.","Advises Stuart, as administrator of estate of John Parke Custis, to let Mr. Alexander have disputed land [J.P. Custis' \"Abingdon\" estate] back and pay him a fair rent for the time it was out of his possession -- has no time to give reasons -- Martha Washington adds her approval at bottom of letter in short note and signature.","Authorization of expenses needed for the return of Hugh Taylor, a fugitive indentured servant, to the Potomac Company from Alexandria to Great Falls in November 1789. Document signed, 1 page.","Sorry to find the report on the Hessian Fly to Maj. Jackson has been recalled--hasn't written Mr. [Arthur] Young about it--is informed, especially in Connecticut, that fly is now in wheat too--it is a pity farmers won't stick to yellow-bearded wheat, which is immune.","Partially printed on card from President Washington and Mrs. Washington--not filled out.","Written in George Washington's hand, this note is extracted from a letter from George Augustine Washington to George Washignton.  The letter gives length of bolting cloth now in the mill--Col. Biddle observes has the difference between cloth and reel covered with coarse linen.","Thanks to Society for letter and present accompanying it -- beneficial consequences to rural economy from prizes awarded -- Mr. Matthewson's improvements in art of cheese making. Signed by Washington, though not written in his hand.","Consents to agreement with Mr. Alexander in order to avoid a legal decision -- forwarded it to Lund Washington -- question of assumption not taken up yet -- it has been fully discussed and majority will be small on whichever side wins -- will not send the original papers [pertaining to above agreement] to him in Williamsburg.","Account amounting to £51.6.2 for ice and \"mouls\" of ice cream.","New York. Autograph letter signed. Washington writes in response to a letter from the wife of Lafayette requesting a brevet commission at the rank of captain for Joseph-Léonard Poirey, a French officer who served under her husband.","Washington writes, \"And you will, I dare flatter myself, do me the justice to believe that I can never be more happy than in according marks of attention to so good a friend to America and so excellent a patriot as Madame la Marquise de la Fayette. Nor did she need any excuse for making use of her own language to be the interpreter of so much politeness \u0026 persuasion as she has found means to convey in one short letter. In truth that language, at least when used by her, seems made on purpose to have fine things communicated in it; and I question whether any other, at least in the hands of any other person, would have been equally competent to the effect.\"","Received his letter by Mr. Robert Parish -- declines proposals for dedicating the travels of William Bartram to himself, as it sets a bad precedent -- however, approves book and adds name as a subscriber.","Letter cover only, signature has been clipped","On a trip from Mount Vernon to Philadelphia, Washington complains about his coachman, Dunn, who has given many \"proofs of his want of skill in driving ...\" and \"... this Morning was found much intoxicated.\" Lear is asked to make inquiries after a new driver.","Discusses Gov. Clinton's letter of 26th containing news from Capt. Brant of the expedition against the Indians which was ambushed [Gen. Harmar's expedition] -- sounds true but awaits more news -- our force ought to have been large enough to tackle a force of 1,000 or more -- friendly sentiments of Capt. Brant -- his account of Gen. St. Clair not true nor the account of affairs at Muskingum -- Brant tried to prevent any treaty -- St. Clair wanted no more land than already given -- treaty of Muskingum.","Impossible to arrange an exchange of property with Ball, who wishes to have land held by George Washington in Berkeley County. Not possible because property leased to tenants and value greater than Ball believes it to be. Would be willing to work an exchange, however, for some of his land west of the Alleghany River.","Account for Feb. 21 and April 2 for Best Bourbon Coffee, amounting to £8.15.4.","Washington writes to the Mayor of Alexandria saying that an accurate survey is necessary of 10 miles square in question [the land for the Federal City] -- has engaged Mr. Ellicott to make it -- hopes corporation of Alexandria, Virginia will give all necessary help.","While on his Southern tour, Washington writes to Lear that \"I am perfectly satisfied that every necessary and proper step will be taken to procure a good Steward, and a good House keeper ...\" for the Philadelphia household. Orders a garden worker to be paid.","Presents one set of the Annals sent him by Mr. Arthur Young to the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture as requested.","Major George A. Washington gone to Berkeley so he will address him [Whitting] on Mount Vernon matters -- send weekly reports -- corn at the mill should be ready -- gather this corn \u0026 stalks together for fodder -- plant this meadow in grass -- further instructions on harvesting and seeding -- all autumn grain and grass to be put in as soon as possible -- wants an overseer for Dogue Run, a man with a small family -- house for overseer, can move one from the Mansion to Dogue Run easier than build a new one, add a brick chimney -- this was originally at Dogue Run -- instructions for Tom Davis, bricklayer, about \"the other Wing of the Green House\" -- be sure brick work on old \u0026 new walls coincide exactly -- instructions for Will, \"if ... is not likely to provide shoes enough for the Negroes in due Season\" -- clover -- use the barn floor to tread wheat -- not to use Mr. Lund Washington's smith for work on Harrows, Mt. Vernon's smiths are competent -- how is wheat crop -- if 335 bushels all? -- crop short indeed.","Washington writes to his Mount Vernon overseer about farm matters; mentions crop rotation system, decreasing productivity of land, wheat experiments, mill production, and missing horse.","Washington writes to North Carolina's Governor that he has received letter with notice of cession of land in North Carolina for building lighthouses -- mentions recent southern tour -- thanks him for reception in North Carolina -- object was \"To see with my own eyes the situation of the Country, and to learn on the spot the condition and disposition of our Citizens.\" Written in the hand of Tobias Lear.","Thanks her for sending enclosed \"Strictures \u0026c\" to him to read -- it hasn't caused him any pain -- he regrets author didn't spend some of time investigating the facts instead of writing the pamphlet. If he had done so, the author \"might have found many of his charges as unsupported as the 'baseless fabric of a vision'\" (quoting from The Tempest, IV,1). The pamphlet referred to was \"Strictures and observations upon the three executive departments of the government of the United States...\" by Massachusettensis ([Philadelphia], 1792).","Invitation from George Washington to Mr. Gilbert. Partially printed. Filled in by George Washington. Mr. Gilbert, who is invited to dine at 4:00, is unidentified. Engraved invitation does not include phrase \"and Mrs. Washington\" like others issued at the time.","Pressing public business causes delay in answering letter -- thanks for information he requested on genealogy of Washington family -- returns herewith will of Lawrence Washington as she desires.","Washington will gladly accept one of several tubs of grape vines from Madeira if Mr. Powel doesn't need them all -- a vessel sails for Alexandria in a few days -- will send sundry parcels to Mt. Vernon.","Discusses plantation management.","Autograph letter signed. Washington denies a request from his neighbor to hunt deer on his property.","Has heard that Maj. Harrison of Loudon County intends selling his land adjoining George Washington's in Fairfax -- Washington wishes to buy for sole reason of ridding himself of the \"villainies\" which are performed by those tenants who occupy Harrison's land -- land no good for a farm -- if he can get good price make the bargain, so long as title is clear and not under any encumbrances of leases.","Contracts services for one year-house carpenter and Joiner should conduct themselves soberly, honestly and deliberately-duties: superintend Negro carpenters, use proper care with tools, keep an account (in a book) of needs and things done, should set a good example, and will remain at work from light to dark-pay is 10 pounds a month- George Washington will provide: meat and meal or flour, tools, quarters, and will pay taxes.","Encloses copies of earlier letters to Lewis, in case originals miscarry -- has written Mr. [Anthony] Whitting at Mount Vernon not to sell the stud horse, but deliver him to Robert Lewis -- Lewis's aunt (Martha Washington) joins in sending greetings.","Will pay small sum in Amsterdam -- encloses bill of exchange drawn by George Meade on Henry Gildermeester in his favor – 2,310 guilders in Dutch currency -- will remit second exchange by British packet slated to sail on 6 February. With this sum, Washington transferred money to a Dutch banking firm in order to assist the family of the Marquis de Lafayette, who had been captured by Prussian forces as he fled France in August 1792.","Please convey enclosed letter to Madame La Fayette \"if you know where she is to be found\" -- hold amount of bill sent subject to her order -- sent to Holland because reports in America say if Madame Lafayette is not there, it will be known where she is to be found.","Comments on enclosed poem that contains birthday sentiments for Mrs. Powel. The poem was copied by Tobias Lear from a 1792 manuscript by the poet Elizabeth Graeme Fergusson. Mount Vernon has both the original and Lear's copy.","Enclosed is second bill of exchange for 2310 guilders for Madame Lafayette.","Received Parker's letter desiring to know terms on which he (Washington) would sell his Gloucester County land -- since he got it at valuation of £800 Virginia currency for part of a bond, he will sell it for same plus interest since 1789 -- Washington wants payment upon giving over the land, but some credit can be arranged.","Received letter containing Mr. Bennett's claim against Colville's estate -- deals with George Washington's position as executor of Colville estate -- won't pay interest on debt thereof until court of Chancery decides whether it is just -- refers him to Mr. Keith of Alexandria who has papers dealing with estate.","Encloses Col. Robert Townsend Hooe's letter relating to the Thomas Colville estate -- wishes to have final settlement of estate -- check Mr. Bennett's account with documents and see if it seems to be correct -- Washington thinks Bennett's claim different from what he remembered legacy to be -- has referred Hooe to him for details.","Congratulations and best wishes on her birthday from both President and Mrs. Washington -- would have attended her party except for \"the late event which has happened in their family\" (the death of George Augustine Washington).","Dinner invitation from George and Martha Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Dalton and daughter. Not in Washington's hand. Tristram Dalton was a friend and first senator from Massachusetts. Invitation was issued just prior to Washington's second inauguration in the Senate chamber.","George Washington requires shells for lime to make mortar for about \"40,000 Bricks.\" Constructing Dogue Run Farm 16-sided barn. Asks his nephew if he hires out \"Negro carpenters by the year?\" Can he recommend carpenter overseer?","Has little information re inquiry of Mr. Thomas Bowen--only man named George Harrison in area died 50 years ago--no children--widow married man named Posey--Harrison's land left to nephew John West, from whom George Washington bought it about 20 years ago--knows nothing of affairs of Harrison's estate.","Received letter from Wilkinson by way of Captain Abner Prior and shortly after the two kegs of fish from \"western waters\" [in Ohio] -- fish were fine and a novelty here.","By Brig Betsey, sends triplicates of letters of Jan. 30 and 31 and the third exchange for 2310 guilders for Madame Lafayette.","Sends plan of new federal district where the seat of government will be located -- \"It will serve to show you, and such as may have the curiosity to look at it, that whatever our present condition is, we have vanity enough to look forward to a better.\"","Mrs. Washington is indisposed with a cold -- afraid she will increase it by going to the circus this afternoon -- President and rest of family will go to see exhibition of Mr. Ricketts.","Mr. David Clark, coachmaker in Philadelphia, has asked him to write informing Col. Washington that the coach he (George Washington) had with him in Charleston was made by Clark -- he has heard it was admired for its beauty and is made of good materials -- Mr. Clark hears Col. Washington wants to have a coach made and he desires the job.","Since Mr. de Barth has not made stipulated payments for land bought of Washington, lying on the Kanawas, Washington suggests canceling the bargain instead of bringing measures against De Barth for payment.","Received from Arthur Young two sets of his Annals, numbered 98-108--presumes one set intended, as usual, for Agricultural Society of this city--accordingly, sends them to him as president.","Inquires as to price and availability of the best clover seed.","At request of several gentlemen of his acquaintance, Washington introduces Dr. Edwards, who is going to Europe for his health and to obtain knowledge of agriculture there.","Mr. Arthur Young has written that the several accounts collected by George Washington of agriculture in this country \"have set him afloat on the High Seas of conjecture with respect to the Agriculture of this Country ...\" -- \"and, as you had a hand in setting him afloat, it is but fair that you should lend your assistance to get him landed again\" -- sends enclosed extracts from Young's letter and desires Peters to answer queries -- Young has been prevented by the war from coming to this country to study himself the agriculture and see what can be done along that line.","Agrees to Hooe's offer for flour -- will order Anthony Whitting to make delivery in Alexandria, but wishes because of harvest time that Hooe would take delivery at his mill or on river opposite -- market for flour is not falling as Hooe says, but only a temporary drop due to lack of vessels to take it to European markets -- had heard of William Shepherd's intent to apply to Loudon Court to condemn George Washington's land on Difficult Run -- encloses a copy of earlier letter to Col. Powell on subject.","Hereby conveys a letter from Warner Washington III as he promised -- the younger Warner is destitute for funds in this city.","Enlarges on recent letter of Mrs. Washington's (dictated by him) relative to the estate in Berkeley -- in accord with provisions in George A. Washington's will, advises settling a second plantation in Berkeley including some land in Fairfax County, as a grass and small grain farm -- advises on getting tenants and drawing up contracts -- she should ask advice of George S. Washington -- Anthony Whitting's decline caused by consumption necessitates visit to Mt. Vernon but public business presses and visit will be short.","Death of Anthony Whitting -- needs Tilghman's help to procure new manager -- thinks a good one may better be found on Eastern Shore of Maryland than elsewhere -- gives qualifications for the job -- lists several people in Tilghman's neighborhood whom he has had recommended -- among them is William Pearce [later manager of Mt. Vernon] -- doesn't want to lure any away from present jobs, unless they had intended leaving anyway.","At the time of this letter, Washington was serving his second term as president and was living in Philadelphia.  His nephew, George Augustine Washington, had served as farm manager for the previous seven years but died in 1793.  In need of a new farm manager, Washington considered his nephew, Lawrence Lewis.","Concerned that Lewis was too inexperienced for the job, Washington remarked on the necessary qualifitcations necessary: \"…so little haveg it in my power to visit, or attend to my private concerns, that it becomes extremly necessary (besides fidility) to have an experienced \u0026 skilful man, of some weight, to manage my business; one whose Judgment is able to direct him in cases which may arise out of circumstances that can neither be foreseen, nor previously guarded against.","Washington continued, \"What the age of Mr Lawrence Lewis is—what opportunities he may have had to acquire any knowledge in the management of a Farm. What his disposition, whether active or indolent. Whether clear in his perceptions, \u0026 of good Judgment. Whether sober \u0026 sedate, or fond of amusements and running about—with other queries which might be asked, as well applying to a young man Just entering on the career of life; are all matters to which I am an entire stranger; and if you can give me information respecting them, I shall thank you. You will readily perceive that my sole object in these enquiries is to ascertain the competency of a character to whom I should commit an important trust; consequently, going no farther, can operate nothing to the prejudice of my Nephew, whatever, in confidence, you may say to me on the foregoing points and such others as may occur to you.\"","Washington instead hired a more seasoned farm manager, William Pearce.  Pearce served as farm manager until 1796 during which time Lewis came to stay at Mount Vernon and worked in some managerial capacity, but the official farm manager by then was James Anderson.  Lewis eventually married Nelly Custis in 1799 and lived the remainder of his life at Woodlawn.","Has heard from Mr. Robert Lewis that Crow desires increase in wages -- since he had best crop last year at Union Farm, Washington will raise him to £40 per annum as an encouragement, but will not raise him any higher hereafter.","Requests that Mercer forward deed from \"yourself \u0026 others to me\" if it has been duly executed and recorded.","Has given James Keith a draught on Col. Hooe for £140, the amount due Keith for his trouble in Colville estate -- asks that Hooe deduct it from what is due George Washington.","Lewis was acting Estate Manager for George Washington at Mount Vernon. The letter contains instructions for various farm activities and personal advice to young Lewis on how to write better reports.","100 guineas a year for superintendant of Mt. Vernon--recommends that Pearce visit the estate--to determine if all is to his liking-George Washington expects to be at Mt. Vernon on the 20th of Sept.--gives directions, mileage, stage schedule--speaks of worthless overseer to 8-10 Negro carpenters--hopes to replace him by New Year's day.","Won't sell land on Difficult Run in Loudon County except for very high price -- was in treaty with a Dutchman for it for £60 per annum -- would want double what Lewis offered for the Frederick County land because when Shenandoah River is made navigable, lands near it will increase greatly in value","Introduces Tobias Lear, who leaves George Washington as Secretary after 7 years -- Lear is engaged in a mercantile scheme -- recommends him to Short's kindness.","Introduces Tobias Lear, who goes to Europe to carry into effect his plans for an \"extensive commercial establishment\" at the Federal City -- Lear can explain his long delay in writing -- encloses Mr. Richard Peters' and Mr. Thomas Jefferson's answers to his queries about American agriculture -- if there are any questions, ask Lear.","Sends their regrets that Mrs. Powel cannot accompany him and Mrs. Washington to Virginia.","George Washington's nephew's widow has decided to move--Pearce and his family to move into Mansion--repairing of Mr. Crow's house--recommends Pearce residing in the right wing (the Hall)--list of things at his disposal --authorizes Pearce to acquire ploughs and any other tools --outlines benefits of Pearce's early arrival.","Washington comments on the disagreeable conduct of the French minister Genet, who seems to want to involve the U.S. in war. The situation has \"test[ed] the temper of the Executives.\"","Deals with involved estate of Samuel Washington and his last wife, Susannah Perrin Holding Washington -- had been undecided whether to try to get estate from Mrs. Washington's family in favor of his niece Harriot who was left very little -- will reach an agreement -- \"Pay me one hund. pounds which I shall give to my niece for her immediate support, and I will quit claim to all the Negros which belonged to Mrs. Saml. Washington ...\".","An attachment has been served against Washington -- despite Mercer's orders to the contrary, collectors present notes against Mercer's brother's estate to George Washington's manager for Payment -- brought bond and mortgage of Mercer's late father and brother from Philadelphia, and will exchange them for land -- asks whether his (Washington's) signature necessary on the instrument.","In this letter George Washington has decided to engage superintendant of carpenters for another year--could not find anyone to relace-comments on man who looks after the house people, ditchers, etc.--after winter, Pearce can decide to remain at Mt. Vernon or live elsewhere--construction of house for Mr. Crow--Negro children forbidden to enter the yards and gardens (excluding the children of cook and her husband the Mulatto Frank).","George Washington's general thoughts and directions on government of Mt. Vernon--Mr. Howell Lewis will remain until Pearce's arrival--farm needs much manure---plans to go largely with buck wheat as a green manure---has requested for 450 to 500 bushels for seed--does not wish to go largely with corn--plans to sow a good many oats--keeping no more than half for seed.","George Washington instructs Pearce to take an exact account of the stock, tools and implements on each of the farms--to purchase a proper (bound) book in Alexandria for accounts--insists on the correctness of these registers--outines work of the carpenters: complete the new barn at Dogue Run, etc.--comments on live fences: cedar, lombardy poplar, and willows--hogs and sows--wants to reclaim and lay grass to the mill swamp--clover lots--potatoes--McKoy and Tom Davis--directions for lots on Muddy Hole, Union and River farms--Cyrus a slave at Mansion house--Muclus a slave--Will, a kind of overseer--stresses the need to regulate wagons and carts at the Mansion--Ehler the gardener and an agreement as to where he should eat--Lucy the cook--instructions to provide Negroes with as much meal as they can eat without waste--provisions of fish--directions for killing and preserving the hogs--clover timothy and orchard grass--post and rail fence from the Miller's house to the trunnel fence--barrier against bad neighbors--breaking of the steers to the yoke--oxen--asks for the return of large stone jars (which were filled with spirits)--wants an inventory of articles in store at Mansion--the Jack and stud horse--superfine and fine flour--allowance of meat and meal--paying of debt--overhauling the Seins now rather than in the Spring.","Course of crops--objective was to recover the fields from exhausted state-manure-buck wheat-Indian corn-comments on the insufferable conduct of overseers-Col. Ball of Leesburgh promised to send buck wheat-commends on poor quality of common oats brought from Eastern shore-garlick and wild onions-complains about overseers not doing much fall plowing--has little dependence on overseers when left to themselves-gives directions on how Pearce is to treat overseers-warns Pearce not to be like Mr. Whiting, who is said to have drank freely-GW's observations of his overseers: Stuart, Crow, McKoy, Butler, Davy and Thomas Green.","Written in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge. Washington describes his Mount Vernon estate to the English agronomist in great detail, as he is considering leasing four of the Mount Vernon farms. Includes his description of Mount Vernon: \"No estate in United America is more pleasantly situated than this.\"","George Washington sends two bank notes of one hundred dollars each for Mr. Butler--is upset that the ice house was not filled during the late freezing spell--wants to know quantity of oats that have been thrashed--instructs them to get seeds from the gardener--has sent a bundle of Poccon or Illinois nuts via Mr. Jefferson--East India hemp seed for sowing--inquires as to the appearance of the growing wheat--using Mr. Whiting's memo book, Mr. Dandridge will settle Mr. Butler's account.","George Washington inquires of condition and shelter of stock at Dogue Run and Union--instances of misconduct of Crow and McKoy--informs Pearce that he is taking on Butler again. Observations on various agricultural things. Asks about the carpenters at Mrs. Fanny Washington's. Informs Pearce that in the Eastern states, horses aided by oxen do the plowing.","Crop rotation plan--hopes to bring fields into a profitable state of cultivation--mentions Mr. Stuart's suggestion that the good fields be planted with corn and poor parts with buck wheat--sending 14 bushels of clover seed--suspects that Negro seedsmen are taking toll on seeds--manure to Mansion house for oats, grass and potatoes--fences at River farm--Thomas Green taking fine flour from the mill--payment of a hundred dollars to Mr. Dulany--rent due to Mrs. French for year 1793-wages for 1793 due to estate of Mr. Anthony Whitting.","Draft of a letter from George Washington to John Hamilton Moore thanking him for a copy of his book 'The new practical navigator'. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","George Washington speaks of Mr. Butler's agreeable work and conduct--French furze--construction of substantial fences--pigs--planting of clover and buck wheat--wants to know of the appearance of the growing wheat and barley--progress on the new race at the mill--honey locust seed--white bent seed--inquires about the amount of St. Foin and India hemp seed--stresses the importance of selling cattle before it is too late--attending to their breeding--Mrs. Fanny Washington asks to rent her fishing landing--conditions of rent--Col. Ball must have the three shoats he requested (a boar and two sows)--payment of wages to Stuart, Crow and McKoy--intends to build dairies at both Union and Dogue Run farms.","George Washington mentions the death of Stuart's daughter--gives directions for repairs of the house in Alexandria--comments that cedar posts, chestnut or cyprus rails are better than oak--concerned about the idleness of his carpenters--barn at Dogue Run--discusses the increase of lambs reported by the overseers--a missing report of Mr. Stuart is requested--sending payment from Philadelphia of Mr. Lewis' order to Mr. Ross--white bent grass seeds received--Ehler the gardener--directions for labeling new seeds.","George Washington assents to Pearce's request to meet his children in Baltimore--payment of wages to Mr. Stuart--enclosed some early colliflower seed, sent by Mrs. Washington--promises to send copy of advertisement of terms on which jacks and stud horses are to cover--mentions Crow's inattention to stock in regards to sheep sheering--St. Foin seed and India hemp--hares being destructive--lucern--enclosed three bank notes for Rev. Mr. Muir and Mr. Hartshorne--warns not to take mares from the jacks until paid.","Regarding his annual contributions to the Alexandria Academy--Washington wishes to know what indigent or orphaned children have attended and what their progress has been, especially since he has only once received such a report.","Following up on his previous letter, Washington writes that he has not had any response from Simms or James Keith regarding the Thomas Colvill estate, nor of the cash sent to Simms, nor has Washington received the documents he had requested from them.","George Washington explains horse advertisement--care of the youngest jack and mules--Peter--tells Pearce to keep an exact account of all mares and jenneys that go to the jacks--Mr. Prescot of Loudoun (or Fauquier) owes yet for last year--speaks of Mr. Lewis' account that the new visto is opened much further than intended--instructions to buy as much good Oznabrigs--for the making of clothes for the Negroes--requests a sample of the linnen--comments on the price of midlings and ship stuff and superfine and fine flour--corn--breaking of the ground in the fall.","George Washington approves the use of his own people in repairing the house in Alexandria--warns that putting the fence posts too distant will cause the rails to warp--glad to hear of Green's finishing the barn at Dogue Run--comments on the grain falling from the treading floor--lucern--directions for preparing--St. Foin and India hemp--impossible navigation has prevented him sending the promised clover and other seeds--hopes to send next week.","Cannot possibly appoint Spotswood's son John as commander of a frigate over older and experienced officers--perhaps can make him 2nd or 3rd lieutenant--on recommendation of Mr. Brooke and others, Mr. Lawrence Muse appointed as Collector of Rappahannock [Cty] to succeed Hudson Muse.","Autograph letter signed, two pages plus cover page with Washington's presidential frank. Washington writes Ball regarding a shipment of goods that he expects will soon depart Philadelphia after some delay. The shipment includes clover seeds and cocoa bean shells, latter intended as a gift from Martha Washington to Ball's wife, Francis (Fanny) Washington Ball, the daughter of George's brother Charles. Finally, Washington encloses an advertisement for the stud services of his prized livestock, the horse Traveller and donkeys Knight of Malta and Compound.","Lewis has given him no information on Washington's lots in Winchester and Bath, Virginia [the latter now Berkeley Springs, W.Va.]--he wishes a list of all tenants, what they owe, and how they stand--asks Lewis to post copies of enclosed advertisement in area, especially at Leesburg and Fauquier Courthouse--Mr. Prescoat [Prescott] owes for last year's stud fee and a long pasturage.","Washington gives directions regarding the purchase of linnens for the enslaved people--suggestions for determining how far apart the boards on the threshing floor should be in the new barn at Dogue Run--cultivation of the drilled wheat--clover seed, furze and other promised articles are on board the Sally Captain--Col. Gilpin--onions and garlick--might get some oats from Notley Young, esq.--gives directions for the enclosed Nankeen cotton seeds--P.S. (page 3): wrote Col. Ball and Mr. Robert Lewis, welcome to send a mare or two to either of the Jacks or the Horse--P.S. (page 4): March 17, delay in departure of the Vessel [Sally], may alter delivery route--5 bushels of Plaster of Paris to be tried on clover. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","George Washington complains that the overseers did not plow in the fall--success of the crop--running rollers over the grass and wheat--spring barley--Wayles the Brewer in Alexandria--winter barley--Col. Ball is late with the buck wheat--ponders the distance between sections of the floor at the new Dogue Run barn--furnishing Mr. Smith with fish from the landing--prices--securing enough fish for the use of the people there--asks about quantity of wheat--tobacco stored in Alexandria--inquires about Pearce's family arrival--sending, on the next vessel, nine bolts of Oznabrigs--it is cheaper there than in Alexandria--gives directions on receiving payment from Col. Lyles and instructs where he is located--sending three pounds of lucern seed--directs Pearce not to accept anything but the whole sum from Col. Lyles.","George Washington decides that the space between boards on the treading floor of the new barn at Dogue Run will be an inch and a half--suggests that the oats may be tread on the same floor--will send three and a half bushels of a peculiar kind of oats--appearance of the drilled and other wheat--comments on the fine weather during March--winter barley--St. Foin and hemp--Abram--warns of Crow's not able to be trusted--warns of lack of water should mill race not be completed--Washington's sister Lewis of Fredericksburgh is allowed to have one of the unbroken mules.","George Washington is glad to hear that Pearce's family has safely arrived at Mt. Vernon--hopes that change of air will help to restore the eldest daughter to health--writes of the capture of vessels by the British--followed by the embargo--fall in provisions--price of flour--threshing of wheat--purchasing salt before the prices get higher--it is not Washington's expectation to stop ploughing in order to roll the grass and grain--breaking of steers--inquires of the young grass planted last fall--defends the imposition of garden seeds--provision for providing clothes for the young gardener at Alexandria--chance for lambs is bad--rams--instructions for shearing time--paper for the rooms in the house--plastering and white washing--orders for Thomas Davis to paint the houses--lower portion a stone color and the roof red.","Rare for Washington to answer letters applying for appointments, but because of personal regard and former public association he is replying to this one ... lists 3 reasons which explain his silence re: applications for appointments: (1) requests are so numerous and courteous replies require too much of his time; (2) courteous answers could be interpreted to mean more than was intended; (3) at the time of his Inauguration \"... I resolved firmly that no man should ever charge me justly with deception ...\" has never committed himself on an appointment until all information and circumstances have been examined ... on a purely personal basis without involving his public character or the Country, Washington has responded to a request of McHenry's ...","Washington asks Deakins to examine contents of enclosed order and tell him the price the tobacco would fetch.","Presidential pardon signed by George Washington and issue to David Blair. The Customs Act of 1790 specified procedures for collecting duties on imported goods and standardized the sizes of containers for certain imported goods in order to facilitate easier taxation and reduce fraud. For instance, run was required to be imported in casks of at least 50 gallons. David Blair's attempt to import rum from Barbados in casks smaller than 50 gallons resulted in the forfeiture of his vessel. Washington's 1794 pardon of Blair remits this forfeiture. Signed by Edmund Randolph as Secretary of State. Manuscript document signed, with embossed paper seal, 1 page.","George Washington expresses his being sorry to learn of Pearce's not being well--discusses the amount owed to the estate of Mr. Anthony Whitting--Col. Bassett--Mr. Lear--the private papers of Mr. Whitting--his heir Mr. Ring--ready to sow buck wheat at all the farms--inquires of progress of oats and grass seeds--rain twice last week--dry in Philadelphia--instructs Pearce not to grind more wheat because of the embargo--flax--clothes for the Negroes--wool--warns Pearce to be cautious of pilferring.","George Washington expresses confusion over dimensions of the rooms in Alexandria house given by Thomas Green--flax seed--regulate the grass lots at Dogue Run farm--potatoes, oats and clover for the support of the stock, the Mansion house and for sale--demands particular attention to the penning of the stock--willow--informs Pearce that 5,000 white thorn plants are being sent by Mr. Lear on the ship Peggy from England--other fruit trees--lima beans.","Declares that Mr. Thomas Digges was during the Revolution and since a friend to the United States--Digges sent him intelligence and helped prisoners escape from England back to this country--Digges was thought to be in pay of Dr. Benjamin Franklin--Washington never knew his loyalty was questioned, though he has now disputed with Franklin over accounts--John Trumbull, in England during Revolution, declares that Digges aided the American cause.","Writes the answers to queries regarding injunction by one John Henshaw, arising from estate settlement of George Mercer--John Tayloe, George Mason and George Washington were given power of attorney by Mercer and others in England. Washington writes that \"It is really hard that I am so often called before Courts in matters in which I have no interest; but am continually saddled with the expence of defence.\"","George Washington is sorry to hear that the ship Peggy has not arrived from England with his 5,000 white thorn plants--Mr. Lear's fruit trees--hoped that Pearce had discharged Green when he found him drinking--he sets such a bad example--never got an account of last year's corn--buck wheat--potatoes--preserving the apricots--does not want to because his family will not be at Mt. Vernon at all during the summer--hopes to, assuming public business permits, make a flying trip through Mt. Vernon after the rising of Congress--papering the ceiling.","Sending paper for two lower rooms in house--warns Pearce to wait until plaster is thoroughly dry--Green--instructions for the payment of the Sheriff's and Clerk's notes--Mrs. Fanny Washington--cut the hay and grain in time at harvest--be attentive to the drilled wheat--secure it in the seed loft at the Mansion--approves of sowing the first lot in the mill swamp with buck wheat and timothy--corn--grass--mentions Pearce's complaint of bad pastures--wool of dead sheep--inquires about corn, oats, buck wheat and clover.","Crops suffering from drought--Mr. Dandridge--oats on last vessel have disappeared--has enclosed four small papers of seeds which have been sent from a curious gentleman in Europe--keeping of clover for seed--buck wheat--timothy--heavy cost of these in the markets of Philadelphia--value of various grasses--clover ought to be well cured before stacking--Crow--both cattle and sheep will benefit from turnip--asks about the drilled wheat and common wheat--ought to be ripe by the 8th or 10th of June--there are two kinds of wheat in drills at Union--inquires if Plaster of Paris was spread--hides of the dead cattle to be tanned by the old man Jack--skins of the dead sheep--Mulatto Will making shoes--Mrs. Fanny Washington--four missing heads of tobacco--Mr. Whitting--surveying in the fall--Mr. Minor--hopes to be at Mt. Vernon by the 10th of June--selling of a horse--health of slaves discussed--Sam, Doll, several spinners, Ditcher Charles--awaiting the arrival of the Peggy and the white thorn plants and Mr. Lear's fruit trees--high price of flour--embargo.","Washington lists and describes lands that he owns on the Ohio, East side; on the Great Kanhawa; west of the Ohio; in Kentucky; in the State of Pennsylvania; and the Great Dismal Swamp--with acreage and asking prices of each--comments by Washington--he \"will let them go\" if sold together for £ 50,000, although separately they are valued higher--there follows a paragraph of description for each of the 8 tracts.","Crops labouring under drought--2 or 3 fine rains have fallen in Philadelphia in past week--unfavorable account of the drilled wheat--great change and decrease in number of sheep since George Washngton's leaving 5 years ago--average fleece from 5 pounds down to 2 pounds--ship Peggy arrived in George Town with the white thorn trees and Mr. Lear's fruit trees--enclosed list for gardener--fence around slave quarters at Union farm--sent oats--on next vessel Washington will send paper for the house.","Requests that Deakins endeavor to put a stop to trespassing on north part of Woodstock Manor in Montgomery County, Md. which fell to Washington's share in division of William Sprigg's property--also requests information on tenants and farms on his share.","Thanks Deakins for trees imported in the \"Peggy\"--but season probably too far advanced for them to live--enclosed is note to Francis Deakins regarding Washington's land in Woodstock Manor.","Glad to hear of rains--will give a different appearance to oats and flax--rains may enliven corn and buck wheat--fears for any grass that may have been cut--little is expected from white bent grass--save as many of the other grasses for seed--drilled wheat and common wheat--deception with respect to potatoes (210 bushels instead of 418) is an example of how little others can be trusted, black or white--Washington knows of the existence of place in Alexandria where pilfered items can be sold--corn--clover--turnip seeds--midlings and ship stuff--Mr. Douglass--will not be at Mt. Vernon until at least the end of the month.","Lambs were not to be sold--if any were, Washington never received the money--plans for the selling/care of the sheep--never kill the females--comments on those who would go against his plan--his absence has afforded them the opportunity--overseers not allowed to sell any animals--Mr. Stuart's selling butter--Washington never entertained an unfavorable opinion of Stuart and always a bad one of Green--Mrs. Stuart fraudulently furnishes butter for McKnight's Tavern--Mrs. Fanny Washington and the dampness of the cellar in the Alexandria house--Davis and his attendants taking a week to complete a job that should have taken a day--Mr. Oneill from Chester County--a freestone quarry near the lime kiln--Tom Davis and Muclus--Thomas Green--bad example for the carpenters.","People write Washington with all manner of requests and he never fails to answer, despite all his public business--he requests information from Fitzgerald on matter mentioned in enclosed letter from Mr. Smith--asks him to send information and the letter back.","George Washington plans to leave Philadelphia on Tuesday and will probably reach Mt. Vernon either Sunday or Monday--bringing two white waiters with him--one is a hostler and the other attends to Washington--tells Pearce to try the turnip seeds to prove their goodness--preparing ground for a seed that never vegitates.","Washington appoints [...] to collect his rents in counties of Fayette and Washington in state of Pa. The name and amount of salary left blank. Washington enclosed this power in a letter of same date to Presley Neville, desiring him to fill in name and amount himself.","Continual disappointment in collection of rents in Fayette and Washington Counties, Pa. forces Washington to place the matter in other hands--he directs Cannon to hand over list of tenants, etc. to [...]. (The name left blank in original and letterpress copy. Washington enclosed this in letter of same date to Presley Neville, leaving to his discretion the person to appoint to the task.)","GW arrived in Philadelphia on Monday--travelled all day through a constant rain--sorry to hear that wet weather interupts work--especially plowing--buck wheat should be plowed in while it is still green and succulent--corn--wheat--oats looked good when he was home--hopes weather does not injure--grass--scythes--hay--replenished with good seed--scratched in with harrows, or rakes with iron teeth--hopes for considerable profit from meadow ground--Capt. Conway of Alexandria sells 400 pounds worth of hay annually--planting corn at Mill swamp not for the sake of the crop but to prepare for grass--the bridge leading to McKoy's house--those parts of the large meadow enclosure at Union farm to be set with grass as soon as possible--fine timothy--instructs Pearce to write memorandums to remind himself of Washington's directions--Mrs. Fanny Washington taking possession of Alexandria house--Mr. Oneill--quarry--send butter and wood to Mrs. F. Washington--measuring of stone--Peter--mules--last Oct., Washington supplied all farms with a complete set of plow beasts (horses or mules)--raising mules for value--night rides and treading wheat will deprive Washington of foals--Lancaster--mares bought for breeding put to work and other rascally treatment by overseers--Sarah--Mr. Lund Washington's receipt for 500 pounds--has heard of illness of Pearce's eldest daughter--should be prepared for the unfortunate event--is satisfied with Pearce's conduct--list of Washington's favorite objectives--Mrs. Washington requests one dozen of the best hams and half dozen midlings of bacon.","Ship Passport written in Dutch and English, signed by George Washington and Thomas Jefferson, from the schooner Elizabeth, dated July 14, 1794.","Frequent rains, not too heavy or too long, will be the making of the corn and buck wheat--directions for plowing wet fields--examine the shocks of wheat frequently--inquires of the quantity and quality of oats--timothy--clover--give John the gardener a dollar on the last day of every month, provided he behaves well--is glad to hear that Pearce's daughter is feeling better--wants to know why Betty Davis and Doll are more than half their time on the sick list--care of grass seeds--little garden by the salt house--Crow, McKoy and Butler.","Cultivation in corn of the lots in the Mill swamp--corn is not so much an object with Washington as meadow--rushes, alders and other shrubs--inquires of the corn (grown, shoot well and look promising)--particular care taken with the seed of rare ripe corn Washington sent home--Butler--grass seed sown with flax at Union farm--Mr. McNeil (Oneill)--quarry--use of the young mules by the overseers and plowmen--inquiries for particular concerning Ruth, Hannah and Pegg--their being sick several weeks together.","Account ledger with Bank of Alexandria (record of deposits and drafts) - holograph - 10 leaves - one page tipped in at end of ledger. This statement, dated March 20, 1821, concerns two of Washington's drafts to Samuel Washington in 1797 and 1799 for $ 1,000.00. Docketed on verso of final leaf: \"Stuart's Exers on Washington etc. Filed with Depon of Jas. K. McKenna 16 May 1821.\"","George Washington has moved to German Town to escape the heat of Philadephia--has not rained at Mt. Vernon for a while--fearful that drought would damage corn--put off sowing wheat until corn fields are clean, light and in good order--preparing no more land for a crop than one can handle--whatever is attempted should be well executed as it respects crops--an essential object with every farmer ought to be the destruction of weeds--his arable and pasture ground should produce nothing but grain, pulse (if he raises them), vegetables of different sorts and grasses--timothy--inquiries about the clover which was sown with the oats at Mansion house--potatoes--Crow has been applying to Col. Ball for a place--McKoy--encourages Pearce to make an agreement with whomsoever will answer his purposes--should be industrious, sober and knowing in the management of Negroes and other concerns of the farm--someone to take the place of Thomas Green to oversee the carpenters--James, Muclus, Davis--description of this overseer--Butler--received bacon in Philadelphia--buck wheat.","Oats, wheat and clover at River farm--laying ground to clover as soon as possible--flour sold in Alexandria--woolen clothes for the people by the first of November--employment of all who can be spared on the new race at the mill--save time and water--sainfoin--potatoes at the Mansion house--gardener is to save as much seed as he can from the everlasting pea--this pea, when cut young, should make an excellent hay-drilled wheat.","Favorable appearance of the corn--ground is in good order for wheat--buck wheat--hemp growing in the vineyard--inquires to the appearance of the potatoes--Kate (wife of Will) at Muddy Hole wishes to serve the Negro women (as a granny) on the estate--pay of 12 to 15 pounds per year--in the George Town Gazette it is written that holders of shares in the Potomac Company (treasurer William Hartshorn) are to give 12 pounds sterling per share--Washington holds 5 shares--Col. Lyles Bond--Crow and McKoy--comments on replacing them--Green--Butler--rare ripe corn.","Workers for the new mill race--comments on the newly hired overseer--Mason--Pine going to school in Alexandria--may fall into bad habits or company there--Mr. Butler--incompetent in his present position--inquires if Groves is married or single--asks about the turnips--inquires after Pearce's youngest and eldest daughters.","Washington asks Lewis to send money from rents to payment of William Pearce in Alexandria, also rental accounts--rents may be applied to purchasing leases, but 10% won't be derived from money advanced--discusses terms of real estate transactions--transfer of leases illegal under Mr. Muse--pleased with Lewis's disposal of Bath and Winchester houses and lots and land on Potomac River, but wishes Lewis had sent the conditions under which they had been let--sends his love, and Martha's, to Mrs. Lewis.","Col. Lyles bond--gives instructions on writing responses to his inquiries--drilled wheat and barley--the culture of the latter is more profitable than the former--directions for dealing with the ague and fever--Mr. Gunnel--Col. Simms of Alexandria--people have taken liberties with Washington's timber and wood during his absence--Mr. Pierce Bailey--selling a tract of land for 1500 pounds--discusses payment--Mr. Gill of Alexandria--Washington agrees to putting a still at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should contact Mr. Stuart if he has questions--young Boatswain.","Deals with the estate of Mrs. Margaret Green Savage, and of her husband Dr. William Savage--Washington relates outline of case still under litigation, but refers Trenor to Rev. Mr. Bryan Fairfax as the one who has best knowledge of case and is still active in it as trustee--tells Trenor \"I have no more right to intermeddle in the Judicial proceedings of the Courts in this Country than you have.\"","Mr. Pyne wishes to be employed at Mt. Vernon--Washington leaves the issues in Pearce's hands--has enclosed a certificate for Mr. Butler--discusses his dismissal--directions for removing the Negro quarters at Union and River farms--warns Pearce not to wait too long.","Returns [unnamed] pamphlets herewith--thanks for perusal of them.","Col. Lyle's bond is discussed--Washington approves of Pearce's sowing early (or distilled) wheat at different seasons to discover the best for it--double headed wheat at Union farm--heavy rains--problems as a result of it--drains in all the fields that need it--Pearce has the ague and fever--young Boatswain--Washington warns that yellow fever may possibly be in Baltimore.","Washington left German Town yesterday and arrived in Philadelphia--Thomas Green has quit of his own accord--Old Bishop should be taken care of--a decision about employing Pyne should be made without much more delay--McKoy--asks about the appearance of the stone quarry--possible replacement for Green--Washington hopes to get to Mt. Vernon before Nov.--may not be possible because of rebellion in the West (Whiskey Rebellion)--Mrs. Fanny Washington requests boards for a corn house--Mrs. Washington requests some artichoke seeds.","Washington mentions a new road and that Pearce is to oversee it--has engaged a Scotchman to replace Green--he is to have Green's house, garden, etc.--James Donaldson and his family will embark for Mt. Vernon on the ship Capt. Mitchell--other directions and requests in regard to the new carpenter--Pyne--is sorry to hear of Butler's illness--GW leaves Tuesday for Carlisle--still hopes to be at Mt. Vernon before Congress meets.","Washington is glad to find that seeding of wheat is over--problems with the new road spoken of in last letter--Mr. Thompson Mason--advantages of new road for him--gives reasons for the construction of the new road--Crow--unproductivity of the ferries--questions if he will receive any advantage from the new public road.","Memorandum detailing a work contract with Mount Vernon carpenter James Donaldson, including his allowances for food, moving expenses, use of tools, use of a house, garden, and cow, and the privilege of the occasional absence, in exchange for his work. Donaldson was a white overseer of the slave carpenters at Mount Vernon.  Washington hired him for his \"sober and industrious\" nature, but soon learned that he was not a competent overseer.  Washington repeatedly wrote to his overseer at the time, William Pearce on the subject of Donald's inability to manage slave labor and Donaldson left Mount Vernon by November 1795.  Autograph letter signed by Washington and Donaldson, 2 pages.","Washington is 55 miles from Philadelphia on his way to Carlisle--comments that neither he nor Pearce is familiar with the management of buck wheat--on his current travel, Washington sees the crop on the whole road--it is cut down and remains in the field in very small cocks--presumes they will stay that way until the seed gets perfectly ripe--the potatoes too were every where digging.","Washington informs Pearce that he will not be at Mt. Vernon until spring--tells Pearce not to delay his trip to the Eastern Shore--disperse the stock which may be endangered by the winter--no more hogs put up for pork than such as are of fit age and size.","Washington returned to Philadelphia on Tuesday last--he expresses confidence in Pearce's care, judgment and integrity--repeats his objectives--regular course of crops; introduce grass where proper; make meadows and hedges; recover exhausted fields; improve stock--large dairies; make hay--these are much more desirable to Washington than to push the best fields out of their regular course in order to increase the next, or any other, year's crop of grains--which would eventually ruin the fields--expresses sorrow over the loss of Pearce's daughter--also, Paris and Jupiter have died--Pyne--McKoy--Washington does not expect much (in the way of overseeing the carpenters) from James Donaldson--Col. William Washington of Westmoreland--Washington repeats his observance of Donaldson--Green--housing the new family in the Green hosue--fodder was gotten in good time--corn yield--wants to know quantity of buck wheat--sorry to find that fly found in the wheat demands immediate threshing--wants Pearce to experiment with price of wheat in grain form or flour--cabins and quarters at Union farm.","Potatoes and corn are likely to turn out well--keep enough buck wheat and potatoes for seed--it is miserable for a farmer to be obliged to purchase his seeds--exchanging may be useful--prices for wheat and flour in Alexandria--Sally Green and her distressed circumstances--James Donaldson into the Green house--Pyne was more a talker than [a worker]--fall plowing--cutting up the fallen timber--hogs for sale--culled sheep--Mr. Hawkins left sundry cuttings of valuable grape vines at Mr. Lund Washington's--cultivate corn and rye--conserving trees at the Mansion house--clearing fields at Dogue-run.","Enclosed thirteen hundred dollars--a bond from Mr. Lund Washington--fifty pounds to go to the charity school at the Academy in Alexandria--Washington's annual subscription of ten pounds to the Rev. Mr. Davis--incumbent of the Episcopal Church in Alexandria--Mr. Herbert.","Gives William A. Washington the desired information on seminaries and colleges to which he could send his children--one in \"this place\" seems to be doing Washington Custis no good at all--British overlooker of carpenters at Mt. Vernon seems unable to handle hands under him; Mr. Pearce might have to replace him--is there any chance of getting man spoken of before for the job?","Letters to Col. William Washington of Westmoreland--the easy and simple manners of Donaldson make him unfit as an overseer of the Negro carpenters--he should, however, instruct Isaac and the boy Jem in the principles of making and repairing all kinds of farming implements--quarters for a new carpenter overseer--Mrs. Fanny Washington--descriptions of people who Washington thinks should be obliged to stay at his Alexandria house--Doctor Craik--which wines to serve his guests--claret, madeira for very extraordinary circumstances--the use of his Mt. Vernon home by curious people--hogs for pork--some bacon for the Mansion--omission of McKoy not to measure his potatoes--Washington wants to compare the crop of corn and the crop of potatoes together--whether it is better to sell wheat as grain or flour--Mr. Minor--Col. Lyles--enclosed money to discharge Washington's bond to Mr. Lund Washington.","Washington discovers that it is more profitable to sell wheat after being ground into flour--Sally Green is cautioned against dealing with Washington's Negroes--grubbing--leaving clumps of trees when clearing--corn will be much better than if growing among single trees--wants the total account of all farms of the corn--wants sheds with brick foundation, at Dogue-run erected for the work horses, oxen, etc.--will send four or five bushels of clover seed.","Problems with the bond to Mr. Lund Washington--Mr. John Mercer--Mr. Randolph--asks not to have any more smith's work done there in the future--wages due soon--prices of flour (super-fine and fine)--crop of fodder has been great--should have a great deal of hay for sale--feeding of Washington's stock--potatoes and turnips--experiment with fattening bullocks--punishing trespassers on Washington's four mile run tract--progress on the new race at the mill--James Donaldson--treatment of visitors--use of wine.","Instructs Lear to look in trunks at Mount Vernon for papers concerning the Potomac Company. Supports pushing forward navigation of river, seeks opinion of English engineer [William] Weston, also may consult [Richard] Claiborne's engineer. Acknowledges the opposition to Potomac Company plans.","Clearing ground for next year--asks if it would be better to have it well grubbed rather than cleaning the ground thoroughly--treatment of other like fields--No. 6 at Muddy hole--corn holes at the Mansion--orchards--directions on fences surrounding corn--clearing of woods--crop rotation--hopes Allison turns out well--possibly who Crow spent much of his time--erecting shed for the cattle by the new barn at Union farm--new sheds at Dogue-run--gathering thorn berries--Oneil quarrying stone at Mt. Vernon.","Total amount of corn crop is 1639 barrels--stock gets 22 barrels per week--14 barrels weekly to the Negroes--totalling 233 barrels more than is made--it is from corn and wheat that Washington expects to pay overseers' wages and everything that needs to be bought--asks about the amount of oats that have been threshed--quantity of potatoes compared with that of corn to determine cultivation for next year--wants to hasten the manufacturing of all wheat due to the price increase--asks about the completion of the mill race--repairing the barn at Muddy hole--before the new barn at River farm is undertaken--brick foundations for the sheds at Dogue-run--is glad to hear so good account of Donaldson--spinning of wool--clean and dirty--allowance of provision for gardener and his wife--Peter--Mr. Lear of George Town--Col. Fitzgerald.","Washington forwards some papers to Lear relative to the Potomac River. He includes a drawing by a Mr. Claiborn describing a new method of lowering and raising boats without locks.","Fencing the ground at the Mansion house for corn--rotations for Dogue-run, Muddy hole and River farms--putting oats and clover in the ground where buck wheat grew this year--leaving two or three clumps of trees when clearing the wood at No. 5 at Dogue-run--for the purpose of shade and ornament--importance of reviewing old letters--carpenters preparing frames, shingles, etc., for putting in more dormant windows in the back of the stables at Mansion house--Washington hopes that with favorable weather the fall plowing is in great forwardness--house Frank and Lucy being idle when not at their specific tasks--cucumber tree--Mrs. Washington sending a present to the gardener's wife--death of Austin--Mrs. Stiles sending his Mare and all his things to Mt. Vernon--shrubs sustaning injury from the deer--preserving the pork--old Butler--honey locust seed--Doll at the ferry--price of flour in Philadelphia still at ten dollars a barrel.","Comments on Pearce's health--hopes that all the oat grounds will be in good order for early seeding--allotment of oats for Washington's horses when he comes to Mt. Vernon--asks about a fallen chimney that injured some Negro children--Doll at the ferry--ableness to work--rotation of crops at Dogue-run--asks about two plows that were sent to Mt. Vernon earlier--asks if they have been used yet.","Fall in prices of wheat and flour--inclosure for corn at the Mansion house--other fences and gates--Washington's plans for the two sheds at Dogue-run--Irish potatoes--will send a bushel and a half of clean honey locust seed--directions for these--French Will--Washington's supposed promised of freedom after seven years of service--Dick at Dogue-run.","Despite probable increase in value of lands because of great immigration, Washington has decided to sell his lands west of Allegheny mountains due to troubles with tenants and collecting rent--he gives Shreve first choice at land in Fayette County [Pa.] on which he now lives--specifies terms--if nothing is decided by the end of February, Washington will feel free to sell land Shreve is on to another.","Washington discusses discrepency with Miller's receipt--price of flour fell before Washington's was made ready for the market--wheat crop over all the U.S. was extremely short--price should rise again before the warm weather--Doctor Stuart--Col. Ball--inquires about the treading floor in the new barn at Dogue-run--a general rule being of leaving either single trees or clumps--gardener is allowed a fifth of what is sold from the nursery--death of Bishop--providing victuals and clothing for Donaldson's son--Donaldson should teach Isaac and the boy Jem in the principles of implements--filling up gullies--French's Will--Washington not too concerned with hunting him up--only as an example--Broad Creek--Bladensburgh--upper Marlborough--procuring seeds for the gardener--St. Foin--Mr. Lear--furze seed--Cale or cole seed--asks if the ferry people will have the field at Mansion house for corn--rotation--Mr. Lund Washington--indebted for fish--Austin.","Washington sends her a copy of Jefferson's \"Notes of Virginia\" [Notes on the State of Virginia]--cannot find \"Dr. Franklin's Strictures on the abuse of the press\" among his remaining volumes of the Bee--he hopes to see her at dinner tomorrow.","Cedar making a good hedge--cedar berries--proper season for removing cedar trees--had success when removing them in a deep frost--wants to experiment with keeping hogs in sties from pigs--death of old Betty.","Mrs. Styles--Austin--Washington doubts that the little old field at the ferry could be got in order in time for oats and clover--use it for corn, wheat and clover--agrees with the arrangement of fields Nos. 1, 3, and 6 at Muddy hole--immediate profit is not so much an object with Washington as the restoration of worn out and gullied fields--old clover lot planted with potatoes--manure the bad parts--advertising the horse and jack--can stand at last year's rate's--wheat fields covered with a thin layer of snow--has enclosed garden seeds for Ehler.","Surveying the four mile run--Mr. [Lund] Washington and Mr. Terret--Moses Ball--likely Washington will have more than 100 bushels of oats to spare--had hoped for three to four thousand--hopes the price will be higher than half a crown by the end of April--transplanting young cedars--make hedges--preparing a seed--lucern--use of a heavy harrow with sharp teeth--linnen to cloath the negroes--proper care and attention given to the bacon--Smith--Old Butler--tedious execution of work by the carpenters--Betty.","Washington received Pearson's letter with 1st volume and part of 2nd of Memoirs of Academy of Arts and Sciences -- gives his thanks to members of the Academy.","Washington has spoken to Mr. William Weston, an English engineer, about Weston's visiting the falls of the Potomac. Working \"on the Canal, between the Waters of Susquehanna \u0026 the Schuylkill [sic]\" Weston will be arriving via Baltimore. Washington regrets that it is too late for Weston to arrange to meet Lear at the confluence of the Shenendoah and the Potomac, as Lear had wished.","Washington was afraid the open weather (frost) would have injured the wheat--expenses of the estate covered by wheat--rolling the bad parts of a field--questions Pearce's surveying assessment of a plot--commiting a jack to the Eastern Shore--Mr. Charles Lee--Mr. Pearse Bailey--land property is rising fast in value--the number of emigrants--Col. Washington--oznabrigs--the Trial--Capt. Hand--high price of clover seed--scaley bark hiccory nut--Illinois nut--honey locust seed.","Selling all the fish to one man is best--if Mr. Smith will give five shillings per one thousand for herring and twelve shilling in hundred for shad, Pearce had better enter into a written agreement with him--surveying the boundries--Mr. [Lund] Washington--cedar berries--oznabrigs--flax--Mr. Bayley--price of lands--especially those convenient to the federal city.","Regarding some of Ball's land which he wants to sell to the government to build an arsenal--Col. Pickering thinks the price too high and situation too low down--Washington doesn't want to say anything more to the Secretary of War lest anyone think he is influenced by family connection--has never seen any such act passed by Virginia legislature as Ball mentioned in his letter of 19 December.","Washington expresses feelings of humility at praise of his work in Revolution and in the government--he gives all credit to \"the Great ruler of events\" and \"kind Providence.\"","Wheat on the ground is in so unpromising a way--inquires to the look of the barley--roller--French's Paul--pains taken to apprehend and bring him to punishment--Dick--Betty Davis--Sarah, possibly a spinner at the Mansion, in childbed--purchase of one thousand yards of German oznabrigs--lucern seed to be had in Alexandria--new overseer at Mansion house--Allison--inquires about the price of flour in Alexandria--both superfine and fine are up again in Philadelphia.","On the Sloop Harmony--Capt. Ellwood--Washington has sent 972 1/2 yards of oznabrigs--Mrs. Fanny Washington---Col. Gilpin--Washington has also included various seeds--some rare and valuable--turnips--chiccory--botany bay grass seeds--requests that the gardener use his utmost skill and care--cabbage--lucern--preparing for its arrival--Sammy is to supply the place of Bristol--Cyrus, a dower slave--the children of Daphne--Mr. Smith--one purchaser for the fish--Mrs. Fanny Washington, Dr. Stuart and Mr. Lund Washington--Gray--India hemp--Pair graffs.","New overseers are turning out well--Grove--Allison--Washington has received twenty pounds of lucern seed--eight pounds of lucern and the like quantity of clover mixed to the acre--grasses ought to be sown on clean and well prepared ground--Betty Davis and Pearce's having difficulty distinguishing between real and feigned sickness--Paul--Mr. Dulany--artichokes.","Mr. Pierce Bailey--land on difficult run--inquiry of the new meadow at Dogue-run--affects of the winter weather on the growing grain, the grass and the fields which are to be sown and planted--Moses at the mill-- Tom and Ben--coopering--Gray--Isaac making ploughs--Donaldson--gardener attending to pease--an English gentleman, named Strickland--red wine and madeira--Mrs. Fanny Washington--porter.","Carter Ben at the River farm, laid up many weeks--potatoe plan experiment--impediments from the weather in sowing oats--winter grain should now show its spring appearance--roller-cutting small grain before it is suffered to get too ripe--honey locust seed--advertising of Paul.","Washington does not expect to be at Mt. Vernon by Sunday--the roads through Maryland are impassible and business in the federal city has detained him--injured parts of meadow should be resown--if that, or the other meadows, were once well taken with timothy, floods would not wash of[f] the soil.","\"Calculation of the number of Bricks wanting for the Barn at River Farm\" --Bricks for barn at River Farm.  Sketch is for barn at Dogue Run Farm.  -total number of bricks for each section of the new barn--sketch of barn placement and surrounding grounds.","Grain and grass have benefitted by the late rains--flour in the mill is to be inspected--poor prices.","Wheat and grass continue to mend--warm weather and rain--also brought on oats--disposing of flour--midlings and ship stuff--Davenport--mill account for last year--the boy at the mill to go to the garden at Mansion house--two deaths in the family--one of them a young fellow--McKoy--Green--Davis--fence at Dogue-run to enclose the barn--the number of bricks required for the barn in the Neck (River farm).","Washington has enclosed sketches of the barn to be built at River farm--2 inch planks of white oak for the threshing floor--1 inch and a quarter pine plank for the lower floor of the graineries--other directions for construction--Mr. Stuart and the making of bricks--asks of the character of the carpenter who built Mrs. Peak's barn--honey locust plants--speaks of a book which contains information on these--Pekan or Illinois nut-plants sent by a gentleman from Jamaica--Doctor Craik--Cooper Jack.","Crops in need of rain--plenty of rain in Philadelphia--need for bread in Europe will raise wheat prices--wants to plant a good many potatoes--buck wheat--white homony bean is very productive--corn--cutting the forward wheat in good season--Dr. Stuart-transplanting the honey locust--speaks of a disorder in the horses.","Washington encloses an advertisement which he plans to put in various gazettes and newspapers -- he confides in secrecy his plan to rent his farms \u0026 the dower slaves -- he may even interest associations in England or Scotland in farms through advertisements in gazettes -- the intermarriage of dower negroes with others and those on neighboring farms will cause affecting \u0026 trying consequences, so Washington cautions Stuart to make no mention of the plan for the present -- he doesn't care to rent farms to \"our country farmers\" because they wear out the land and little else -- he wants Stuart ask in confidence British merchants in Alexandria and Dumfries about the scheme -- Washington mentions Eliza (\"Betsy\") Custis's marriage and gives his evaluation of the groom, Mr. Thomas Law -- thinking of G.W.P. Custiss interests, Washington asks Stuart whether there might have been an erroneous division of negroes for Mr. Thomas Peter for his wife's (Martha Custis's) share.","Details on the shingles--additional directions for the barn--removal of all the cabins at River and Union farms--wants to punish the thief who robbed the meat house at Mt. Vernon--Nathan suspected of this sort formerly--Postilion Joe has been caught in similar practices--Sam would not be restrained if he saw an opening to do the like.","Washington hopes that it rained at Mt. Vernon--insect--distemper among horses--selling hay in Alexandria--Mr. Halley--reducing a lot in Alexandria for an allay--enclosed a newspaper containing some ideas on the culture of potatoes--making them into bread--James Butler--the Academy in Alexandria--Rev. Mr. Muir.","Autograph letter signed from George Washington to Tobias Lear, personal secretary of George Washington, regarding the purchase of bank shares on his behalf. Addressed on verso in holograph with intact seal and docket in Tobias Lear's writing.","Speaks of rains which brought disasters--young mule killed--shells gathered for lime--filling between the logs of the cabins with clay--wheat--the scab--the rust--gullies at the Mansion house.","Washington plans to come to Mt. Vernon about the middle of the month--dormant windows on each side of the pediment--front side of the stable--Donaldson--grain and hay--Davy's lost lambs--very suspicious appearance--he has some sly, cunning and roguish negroes under him--asks how Ben at the mill is employed--Ruth and Ben at the River farm--both Pearce and Groves are ill.","Washington asks Lewis whether he has purchased any of the Berckley or Frederick leases--is he going to?--directs him to send money collected and names of persons as \"I am in want, and have only deprived myself of the use of it from the hope of its laying the foundation of a batter annuity; which my heavy expenditures very much need.\" \"Unless business should require my attendance at the Seat of government sooner it is probable I shall remain at this place until the end of September-\".","Discusses second wheat field at Davy's field on Dogue-run farm--directions for plowing-destruction by storms in GW's locale-chance for wheat next year in Davy's field is hurt by corn-plowing green buck wheat, then sowing wheat thereon immediately, for an experiment-collect money due for flour sold.","Saving sufficient clover seed--sowing wheat as soon as ground is in order--requests the length and breadth of the two pavements between the steps of the middle door and those of the end doors of the Mansion house.","Frequent and hard rains--effect on the forward corn--all the wheats and oats are in--Washington wishes the hay was in also--Donaldson is leaving--requests that Pearce hire the carpenter recommended by Col. William Washington (Washington's nephew)--John Neale can have Donaldson's house and garden.","Plowing Davy's field at Dogue-run--clover being well turned in by good plows and good plowmen--same with the buck wheat--taking the worker force and applying it to another farm that is ready for plowing--barley--Washington asks about the wheat which has already been threshed--asks Pearce to send two bushels of the early wheat to him--Mr. Kitt--900 bushels of oats for sale--Pearce has sold 300--overseers for Union and Dogue-run farms.","Miss Betsy Custis--an enclosed letter for her--a cover letter.","Sowing wheat in ground that is not ready for its reception--sowing the lot by the spring, where potatoes are growing, with lucern--abuse of plows--checked by the overseers--constant repair by Isaac--character of Mr. Neale.","Pearce has recommenced seeding--more favorable weather--all the wheat, sowed by the middle of the month, should be in the ground in good season--Washington fears that Davy's field, at Dogue-run, was too wet to sow--such land as [his], when plowed wet, always bakes hard--expects to set out in two or three days for Mt. Vernon.","Washington asks Page's advice on what should be done about renting or selling land and in working with the writer of a letter Washington encloses--desires to sell share in Dismal Swamp--it is more expensive than productive. This draft written in the hand of secretary Bartholomew Dandridge, with additions by Washington.","Postilion Joe--Washington does not expect to reach Philadelphia before Tuesday afternoon--wheat would be a heavy loss should the weavil get into it--let no time be lost in getting it out of the straw and ground up as fast as the mill is able to do it--take the corn out of the field as soon as it can be safely done--gathering white thorn berries--the sooner the potatoes are up and secured the better--trimming the Lombardy Poplar and the Yellow Willow.","Pearce had been sick, but has since recovered--fly is found in the wheat--expresses disappointment with the Englishman overseer--a certificate for Donaldson--hedging--Washington suspects that Pearce can have no dependence on the berry of the white thorn from his friend in Newcastle--after viewing the hedges from Christiana to Wilmington, Washington does not believe that a gallon of seed could be gathered--pamphlet on the subject of manures--death of the trusty old negro Jack--replacing him--Allison.","Washington wants to enclose all his crops with live fences--asks that Pearce attend to them with as much care as a field of Indian corn--wants to tend less ground--manure and cultivate the smaller quantity higher--English thorn--honey locust--cedar hedge--directions on hedging--Lombardy poplar--Capt. Ellwood--Mr. Hartshorn or Col. Gilpins--has sent 28 1/2 pounds of chiccory seed--directions for sowing--enclosed a small sketch showing the course of a new road--asks Pearce to urge the miller to grind the wheat as fast as he can--inquires about the look of the growing crops and if an overseer for Union farm has been acquired.","Sickness among the negroes--diminishing prospect of a good crop of corn--breaking up the fields for the ensuing crop--preparing the shelters--for the horses at River farm--asks about Neale--list of work for the carpenters--Isaac and Joe--enclosed copy of the invoices of the oznabrigs and blankets--seine twine--payment of Pearce and the overseers--Peter.","Washington says he knows nothing further on subject of extract on other side [which is not on our copy]--asks Morris to let him know what answer to give Commissioners of Federal City--\"Their credit I know has been stretched to its utmost limits in order to keep the wheels moving even in the slow \u0026 unprofitable manner in which they have turned.\"","Materials for hedging--cedar berries--explains his opinion of tilling less land and increasing the quality of the crops--manure--growing grain looks well--hogs put up for porke.","The sickness at Mt. Vernon is abating-tells Pearce to encourage Cyrus to persevere-he is to use money from last year's flour and corn to pay any debts-good price for wheat in Philadelphia-seine twine-Peter choosing two more mules.","Washington fears Pearce is unwell--price of flour is good--Washington can buy twine in Philadelphia, but no vessel is bound for the Potomack before the river closes--gives some suggestions (including hiring the landing out) should Pearce not be able to get twine from Alexandria in time.","Washington introduces Capt. Myers to Lear--wants to know if Myers will be employed as engineer and superintendent for lock navigation by the Directors of the Potomac Company--Lear can determine whether his testimonials as architect and knowledge of locks, etc. is sufficient.","Memorandum in the hand of George Washington with dimensions of architecdtural details in and around the house -- piazza at west door: brick pavement between the tiles 5 feet 3 inches by 9 feet 6 inches; tiles are 12\" square; stone margin around them of 6\" on outer edge, 9\" on inner next the house. --gives measurements of windows in the new room; the Venetian window is given in exact detail; the two smaller (or end windows); the dimensions of the chimney in the new room in detail.","The Mount Vernon farm manager, William Pearce, sends President Washington a memorandum listing some of the room dimensions in the Mansion. Specifically, he includes \"The hight of the Rooms up staires \u0026 garrett; the blue room; room over the small dining room; the room the Marques Delafiat [Marquis de Lafayette] Lodged In; the Yellow room; garret rooms; garden gate; gate front of lawn; kitching [kitchen] garden gate; cellar windows.\" Docketed \"Dimentions [Dimensions] of the Rooms upstairs and the Gates and the cellar windows\". A second memorandum, \t\npossibly in the hand of Tobias Lear. Notes include - of the two sides; That side which fronts the grotto 31' long, distance between corners and window; length of window; hgt of window; the chimney side, height of door, width of wall between door and chimney, sides of chimneys, height of mantle piece; ends 23 ft. wide, doors \u0026 windows; list of dimensions. Third document included shows height of Mr. W.'s room, size of windows, upper windows west side of M[ansion] house, size of New Room chimney, the windows on west side of cellar. Autograph document, 2 page, in hand of William Pearce (?) docketed \"The Sizes of the windows \u0026 C.\"","Partially printed invitation from President of the United States to dine at 4 pm.","Pearce has met with a supply of twine in Alexandria--Washington is not disposed to sell his flour for anything less than it sells in Philadelphia--Davenport should hasten the grinding--suspects that his letter to Pearce must have been opened before it reached Mt. Vernon--by persons looking for bank and post notes.","Davenport is ill--decline in price of flour--price of fish--fallen timbers to the Waggoners--honey locust--inquires of the standing of the winter grain--grubbing--new road--Allison--salary to Mr. Davis--Mr. Herbert--new race at the mill.","Speaks of a certain letter that accompanies two parcels of rice--gives all the information respecting their cultivation--reminds Pearce to document the time and place of the rice being put into the ground.","Sickness is prevelant among the people--inquires if the grain has been covered with snow--death of Davenport--search for a replacement--Ben at the mill is sick also--salary for Mr. Davis--Mr. Herbert.","Pearce has listed Dower Negroes for Washington--asks for a list of all the remaining negroes on the estate--if a replacement for the miller cannot be had, the mill can be rented on advantages terms--hopes to determine the whole amount of last year's wheat--price--repairing the Mansion house--Washington will have Venetian blinds made--Dr. Stuart--Peter--Pearce is to aid Mrs. Davenport should she decide to move to Norfolk--mentions advertisement for determining the possibility of renting the farms.","Washington encloses an advertisement which he plans to put in various gazettes and newspapers--he confides in secrecy his plan to rent his farms and the dower slaves--he may even interest associations in England or Scotland in farms through advertisements in gazettes--the intermarriage of dower negroes with others and those on neighboring farms will cause affecting and trying consequences, so Washington cautions Stuart to make no mention of the plan for the present--he doesn't care to rent farms to \"our country farmers\" because they wear out the land and little else--he wants Stuart to ask in confidence British merchants in Alexandria and Dumfries about the scheme--Washington mentions Eliza (\"Betsy\") Custis's marriage and gives his evaluation of the groom, Mr. Thomas Law--thinking of G.W.P. Custis's interests, Washington asks Stuart whether there might have been an erroneous division of negroes for Mr. Thomas Peter for his wife's (Martha Custis's) share .","On February 10, 1796, upon learning of his eldest step-granddaughter's engagement to Thomas Law, George Washington writes this letter of congratulations to him. Washington's fatherly interest in the betrothal of Eliza \"Betsey\" Parke Custis is apparent. He expresses surprise, gives his blessing, and invites the couple to visit Philadelphia after the ceremony. Thomas Law earned his fortune in India and met Washington's step-granddaughter shortly after his arrival in America. The couple was married the following month, on March 21, 1796.","Washington is under no apprehension of falling price of flour--wishes to rent the mill after the current crop of wheat is manufactured--250 dollars is not sufficient rent--Mr. Digges--Col. Fitzgerald--tenants near Mrs. French's must pay more than 20/. rent for every acre of tillable land--printer in Alexandria does not have enough types for the advertisement--repairs to the north end of the Mansion--Caesar has been absent six days--renting the farms--Pearce is entertaining doubts of remaining another year.","Washington has sent by Capt. Hand, a cask of clove seed and a small box of Apple graffs--apples are of a most extraordinary size--purchasing shares in the Bank of Alexandria.","Scarcity of corn and its high price--new ground at Mansion house--trimming the trees--price of flour and calculations when to sell--renting the mill--100 pounds per year would fall far short--Mrs. French--frost and the look of the winter grain--Allison--Col. Ball--Mr. Robert Lewis--sending out the jacks--Thomas Allison--winter has been open and mild-selling hay.","President Washington presents a small color minature bust portrait of himself by the Marchioness de Brehan, with his compliments, to Anne Willing Bingham, the wife of Senator William Bingham. \"Not for the representation.--Not for the value;-- but as the production of a fair hand the offering is made and the acceptan[ce] of it is requested.--\".","Letter regarding plantation management.","On the Commerce, Washington will send eight bushels of field pea, chiccory and eight bushels of winter vetch--directions for the cultivation--wind blowing down trees--selling the flour--Mr. Minor has recommended a Mr. Darnes as a tenant--Mr. Gill and renting the mill--inquires of the dimensions and details on the chimney in the new room at the Mansion.","Informs Pearce of Sarah Green's distress--if she is in real distress, Pearce should afford her some relief--do not send her money--Washington suspects she may be rigging herself rather than obtaining necessaries for her family--if she cannot support her children, she should bind them to good masters and mistresses who will teach them a trade.","Mr. Lear--price of Pease (flour) due to European accounts--Mr. Smith--tells Pearce to sell all wheat including midlings and ship stuff--high winds destroying the fences--renting jacks--Peter--Mr. Lewis--hopes the gardener tried the apples graffs--bad season at the fishery.","Washington to his nephew, Robert Lewis regarding his method of collecting rents. He also mentions that he tries to avoid litigation, when speaking of a land dispute between neighbors Ariss and McCormick and himself. He ends with a note about his \"Jack\" or donkey, explaining it was too late to send out for breeding this season.","Maria and Charles Washington are unwell--Dr. Craik--since the wheat crop was so bad, it would be unlucky to have also missed the best market for flour--asks Pearce to inquire to Mr. Christie of the character of Mr. Joseph Gallop and his brothers--renting River farm--repairs to the Mansion--Mr. Robert Lewis.","Washington writes his condolences on the death of Bassett's sister, Fanny Bassett Washington Lear--Tobias Lear recently met in Philadelphia with Washington--they discussed, and now Washington writes about, disposition of the children [of Fanny B. Washington and G.A. Washington]--Washington always intended to take Fayette under his care but now decided it better to keep Fanny's children together--final decision to be postponed \"until I bid adieu to public life\"--children are all now at Mount Vernon. [Tobias Lear's wife, Fanny Bassett Washington Lear, has died, leaving 3 children by her 1st husband G.A. Washington. These were Anna Maria, George Fayette and Charles Augustine Washington. Lear himself had one son, Benjamin Lincoln Lear by his first wife.]","Drought continues--the prospect for good crops of small grains is unpromising--Washington wishes the loss in grain may be made up in fishing--fall in the price of flour--Mr. Robert Lewis--Mr. Hughes--Joseph Gallop--renting River farm--inquires of the prospect of fruit--lucern seed--chiccory and clover--Maria and Charles have got well again.","Washington sends invoice and bill of lading \"for the long expected Seeds (which by the bye have cost me at least four times as much as I expected).\" Requests Lear to forward the seeds to his Mount Vernon manager William Pearce, \"the season for sowing the Peas and succory being already far advanced.\"","Between April and May of 1796, George Washington exchanged letters with Virginia statesman Edward Carrington about the context and expectations set forth by the Constitution. After much political debate, the Jay treaty had been approved by the Senate, but the House of Representatives was withholding funding. John Adams and Thomas Jefferson were setting the stage for the next presidential election and it was a time of intense discussions about politics and the public good. ","Understanding that these discussions were an important step in the relationship between the government and the citizens, Washington wrote to Carrington explaining his perspective on these issues: \"Whatever my own opinion may be on this, or any other subject, interesting to the Community at large, it always has been, and will continue to be, my earnest desire to learn, and to comply, as far as is consistent, with the public sentiment; but it is on great occasions only, and after time has been given for cool and deliberate reflection, that the real voice of the people can be known.\"","Washington reflected on the fact that the current debates were not about the Treaty itself, but whether or not there should be a treaty. He wrote a similar letter to Maryland statesman, Charles Carroll on the same day.","Washington will give the application of Mr. Thomas Freeman the same impartial consideration as other applicants for job of surveyor of western boundaries under new treaties--he mentions the election of Mr. Thomas Sprigg as representative from Maryland--Washington makes a lengthy discussion of opposition in House of Representatives to the Jay Treaty--he opines that the country must stay out of European wars in order first to build up its strength and become a 1st rate power.","Drought still continues--has had good rain in Philadelphia--grain and grass in [those] parts look well--Pearce is near the completion of corn--planting--sowing peas and chiccory--winter vetch carefully preserved until Autumn--depreciation of flour price--result of House of Representatives--Mr. Robert Lewis--Messers Bennett and Watts--Washington has sent two dozen Windsor chairs for the new room.","Rain has fallen, but cold and drying winds have reduced its effect--frosts injuring the fruit--clover seed perished as a result of the drought--need for the crop and high price of seed--constructing a lane at Dogue-run next to the overseer's house--receipts for fish--an account kept of the times the Coach Mares go the jacks.","Washington is glad to hear that Pearce has sold all the flour--more rain in Philadelphia than at Mt. Vernon--getting supplied with good rams--Mr. Gough--Mr. Darnes--Davis raising the walls of the barn at River farm--repairing the house in the upper garden, called the School house--Paschal is reported sick six days in the week.","Weather has been seasonable of late, however, the grain and grass have received--transplanting cedar--damage of the family piece of Marquis de la Fayette, sustained as a result of the sun--Peter--the well house from the Mansion has been carried to Union farm.","Interest in the progress toward creating the new Federal City. Refers to the duties of 3 commissioners who were appointed by the Continental Congress--Thomas Johnson, Daniel Carroll and David Stewart.","A pipe of wine and a box of tea sent from Philadelphia--Windsor chairs--Mr. Aimes traveling to the federal city--Mr. Lear will show him the way to Mt. Vernon--inquires of Maria and the two boys--early wheat and other small grains, peas and grasses--India hemp--expects to have many respectable visitors during his stay at Mt. Vernon, and hopes to find everything in good order.","It is not likely that Washington will be at Mt. Vernon before the 20th--everything about the houses should be got in clean and nice order--Neal--Caroline--cleaning servants quarters--abundant supply of meat--inquires of the venetian blinds and the dormant windows in the stables--insists that Pearce mention these and the like in his reports--keep a sufficiency of oats for Washington's horses and those of his visitors--keep the grain and hay harvests from interfering with each other--Miss Nelly Custis.","Copy in Washington's hand - Bond Matthew Ritchie to George Washington 1st June 1796 For payment of $8,820 with interest by Installments - viz. 3469.20 1st June 1797 3292.80. 1 June 1798 and 3116.40. 1 June 1799. The original, of which this is a copy, was on the 22d. of January 1798 enclosed to the Honble. James Ross of Pittsburgh, to be deposited in the Bank of Pennsylvania for Collection agreeably to the tenor thereof - (Signed) G. Washington\".","Bond to pay $17,000 if he fails to pay $3469.20 on June 1, [1797], $3292.80 on June 1, 1798, \u0026 $3116.40 on June 1, 1799.","Signed by Matthew Ritchie.","Witnessed by James Ross and John Ritchie.","Receipted June 6, 1797 for $3,469.20 by G. Washington.","Washington writes that since Anderson didn't answer many of his queries, nothing can be decided about his employment until Washington can see him, which will be at Mt. Vernon at end of month--Washington expected him to speak with candor about his qualifications, although he is \"sensible it is not a pleasant thing for any man to speak of himself\"--as Washington will reside on the estate from now on, much work will be taken off superintendant's shoulders--Washington describes the writing of the weekly farm reports, etc. that should take only a few hours each week--he sees no need for assistant--Fredericksburg mails made up every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday evening.","Weather has been extremely wet--seeding must have gone slowly--Washington Custis writes that Mr. Stuart was very ill of a fever--Scoon--Violet--Cash--weavil is very much in Stuart's wheat.","Washington wishes that the wheat be sown as soon as possible--Mr. Lewis--sowing the winter vetch in proper season--rape seed--inquires if Pearce received any benefit from Dr. Perkin's metallic application--search for new overseers.","Re: Impending trip to Philadelphia. Requests house be ready, especially painting done. George and Martha have been ill with colds. Mrs. Stuart was very ill, now better.","Cyrus--Mr. Frestal and Mr. Lafayette--Mrs. Washington--some butter left in the cellar and some beef in a tub--James--Pearce is to clean out Washington's study and get their baggage and James on the first vessel bound for Philadelphia--Pearce's family is moving to the Mansion house--Dinah--Mr. Blagden to examine the quarry--mules for Washington's carriage.","James Wilkes--Mr. Law--Mr. Alexander Smith is not able to take up his note--Pearce is to make arrangements for Smith's repaying, including interest from the time the note comes due--security of payment--Richmond made an example for the robbery he committed--severe drought--difficulty with wheat--quarters at River and Muddy-hole farms--venetian blinds--dimensions of the window frames.","Forwarded William A. Washington's letters to Mr. Philips of Andover and sends him the answers--received in years past from Sir Isaac Heard, Garter and principal king at arms, the (Washington) armorial--George Washington at the time sent him his best knowledge of Washington progenitors since their arrival in America--gave all information he possessed on subject, but knows nothing of Lawrence Washington's descendants--asks William A. Washington to give any help he can, from old papers he might have and inscriptions on tombs at old family vault at Bridge-Creek, part William's estate--\"Although I have not the least solicitude to trace our Ancestry, yet as this Gentleman (Heard) appears to interest himself in the research common civility requires that he should obtain the aids he asks ...\".  Includes letterpress copy","Drought continues--Egyptian wheat--causey--new road--Davy and Mr. [James] Anderson--scarcity of oznabrigs in Alexandria--paints and oils--Mr. Lear--Mr. Alexander Smith--Pearce is to measure Mrs. Washington's Bed Chamber--dimensions of the chimney in the new dining room--Peter--wants the size of the blue room.","Regarding Maria Washington, Lear's step-daughter. Washington asks Lear to set a date with Mr. Van Vleck, principal of a school for young ladies in Bethlehem, Penn., for Maria's arrival at the school. Wn. proposes that \"... if we were to reduce our cultivation [of wheat] ... to half the present quantity, and manure and till that half well ... our profits would be greater while the other half would be improving.\"","Mr. Lear-Mr. Smith's debt is to stand upon the security Pearce has placed it-inquires of the look of the winter grain and vetches--the yield of the wheat and corn-Pearce has recovered eleven dollars of James Kirk's money.","Washington writes that he received no letter from Pearce which leads him to conclude that something more than common has happened--on board of Capt. Ellwood are oil, paint and oznabrigs--directions for distributing and cutting oznabrigs--dependence of the gardener's wife and Allison's wife-planting shrubs--Mr. Anderson--Washington expresses his wishes to have an icehouse prepared when ice forms--hopes Frank has taken care of the tarriers [terriers]--female in heat.","Wheat is beginning to heat--floor of the barn at Dogue-run has already given way--Pearce must kill and salt the pork before he leaves--also, tend to the ice house--Mr. Anderson--trimming trees--Mr. Smith--Gray the weaver--hopes the shelters for the cattle are up--Mr. Craik--Clark, an overseer prospect--Washington will send a certificate of his satisfaction in Pearce's services as a manager.","Lack of rain--Mr. Alexander Smith--Mr. Lear--the ground, where ivy and wild honey suckle are to be planted, is not to be plowed beforehand--Frank, Hercules, and Cyrus--Allison--Washington is displeased with his conduct--would like the new road completed before spring--Mr. Neal continues indisposed and the carpenters do nothing--Sall, Mima and Dick are regularly returned sick--Mr. Anderson expects to arrive by the 27th--clover grass seeds.","Pearce's conduct during his three years has given Washington entire satisfaction--reluctantly parts with him, on account of a rheumatic affection--knowledge in farming and mode of managing [GW's] business--Washington has great confidence in Pearce's honesty, sobriety, industry and skill.","Washington acknowledges the General Assembly's vote of thanks--he declares that his \"highest ambition has been, by faithfully and zealously serving my country to the utmost of my abilities, in all the public employments of my life, to merit the approbation of my fellow citizens.\"--he now looks forward to his return to \"private occupation in the shades of rural retirement.\"","Washington writes a long letter to his new manager--he has received Anderson's letter and reports--intends separating old and new cattle, etc.--approves killing old bulls--\"... it has always been my custom to supply [my table] with the best [meat]\"--permission to purchase hogs and cattle--distillery, \"the place for, and means of conducting it, is left entirely to yourself\"--cutting down trees in front of house--\"I never expected that that ground [in front of house] would give corn in proportion to the labour I meant to bestow on it--the primary objects of the cultivation are to cleanse it thoroughly of the undergrowth, and to lay it down (as mentioned in my Memorandums) to grass for Pasture, or pleasure grounds, and in order that it may be well worked and prepared for these ...\"--don't finish new road at sacrifice of crops--mill race--wants ditch and fence along this road from Mansion House enclosure to Muddy Hole to be woodland pasture for brood mares--barn floor at Dogue Run--new mill race will avoid high land, which caused leak--boats and seines to be put in order for fishing season--iron for wheel bands--raising turnips, especially Swedish--potatoes--rotation of crops--potatoes planted between corn rows--evaluation of Mr. Pearce's work--filling ice house--fear of fire at Mount Vernon, \"there is nothing that fills my mind with more apprehension when I am from home\"--encloses grape seeds and eggs of silkworm to give gardener--Mrs. Washington requests to pay particular attention to the [Bacon (?)].","Concerning a troublesome set of false teeth that Washington was returning for repair.","Washington writes detailed instructions about the management of his farms--he has received Anderson's reports and inventory--approves placement of distillery at mill as temporary measure--discusses a new road--the dry well in cellar at north end of house to be filled with ice, leaving it open--it melted before, because it was not done correctly--pork is kept there now--he sends new red clover seed discovered by farmer in Jerseys, also potato seeds--Washington will write Landon Carter about sending peas--Anderson should exercise his own judgment on cutting back thorn hedges to thicken them--Washington mentions that Anderson's inventory indicates the loss of a large boat, which would be the second of his fishing boats to have gone missing--he notes in the Alexandria store accounts the great number of spades, etc., carpenters tools, charged to him, and he fears embezzlement--things are to be bought from merchants only on written order from Anderson, as was done in the past--ends by asking Anderson how the grain and vetch are doing.","Washington writes his thanks for Carter's answers to queries--he will respond when he is not so \"occupied with the duties of my public station\"--he asks Carter to let manager, James Anderson, know whether he can get 30 bushels of peas from him, as soon as possible, because Washington always likes to have his seed on hand before he begins to prepare the ground--Washington will pay Carter as soon as delivered.","Washington sells his presidential horses to Elizabeth Powel.","Washington acknowledges receipt of Andersons reports \u0026 letter -- Andersons opinion of the overseers is no doubt correct, and \"if the Negroes will not do their duty by fair means, they must be compelled to do it\" -- despite Washingtons policy of feeding, clothing, and caring for the slaves, they will try to shirk their work with feigned sickness especially after night walking, and must be examined promptly when claiming sickness.","Washington writes to ask Carter to inform James Anderson when peas will be delivered--he affirms Anderson's suggestion that Carter send the order by wagon to the Potomac where Washington's boat can carry it to Mount Vernon--the roads from Stafford Court House to Occoquon are in terrible shape, making this plan the most expedient--Washington will, of course, pay for the use of Carter's wagon--the matter rests between Carter and Anderson.","Washington writes that he had received Anderson's letter with reports--as \"the public business presses me\" and as he expects to be at Mount Vernon shortly, he tells Anderson to carry on--enclosed is a letter from Landon Carter about peas he is to furnish, but as it is unintelligible to Washington, he also encloses his reply to Carter so Anderson can read about the transportation plans and forward the letter--Washington adds a comment about wheat.","Washington writes that he sends the purchased coach horses to her--he hopes they will be treated well as they have been by him--\"as taking formal leave is not among the most pleasant circumstances of one's life\" he bids her adieu by letter until they see each other at Mt. Vernon--his remaining time in city will be taken up in packing--Nelly and Mrs. Washington join him in saying farewell.","Washington's receipt to Powel for $1000 paid upon delivery to her of his \"Town Coach horses\".","Washington responds to Powel's letter teasing him about finding Martha Washington's letters in the writing desk [see letter Elizabeth Powel to George Washington, Mar. 11, 1797]--\"But admitting that they had fallen into more inquisitive hands, the correspondence would, I am persuaded, have been found to be more fraught with expressions of friendship, than of enamoured love, and consequently, if the ideas of the possessor of them, with respect to the latter passion, should have been of the Romantic order to have given them the warmth, which was not inherent, they might have been committed to the flames.\"--he hopes to see Powel in Virginia--gives her names of recommended taverns and inns and distances from Philadelphia to Mt. Vernon--roads in fairly good shape--much repair work to do around Mt. Vernon, \"we are like the beginners of a new establishment, having everything in a manner to do.\"","\"Receipt for £200 Virginia Currency, part payment for 400 acres of land in Gloucester County, the land Washington had purchased from Mr. John Dandridge, Aug. 1, 1789; land to be conveyed to George Ball when he pays £300 more in cash and executes a mortgage for two additional payments, totaling £800. Interest 6% per annum. Signed by George Washington. Memorandum: first payment £3 short, signed George Ball. Second payment to be made before April 10, 1798--signed by Washington and Ball. Under date 1805 Nov. 3, George Ball gives permission for sale and transfer of land by George Washington's executors to Burwell Bassett. Witnessed by Wm. Wirt.\"","George Washington thanks Howard for inquiring of Henry Gough the price of cattle. GW thinks the price of $200 for \"a bull calf of nine months old\" too high. However, he will ask his manager if \"a calf of this Spring\" is worth $100, he may consider pursuing it.","List of pictures with their dimensions:Cupid's pastime, Sunrising, Do setting, the Cottage, The Herdsman, Young Herdsmn, the Flight, Evening, Morning, Nymphs Bathg, the Storm, The good Sqr, four Gibralter pictures, Jones and Pearson, Quebec \u0026 dervelast, Prospects, four of them, Thunderstorm, Storm with lights, Moonlight, A Storm, Davis's Streights, The Greenland Fishery, Hunting piece, Portrait of Dogs, Foundg Hospital, From a Picture, 2 landscapes.  Reverse side contains instructions for white-washing the garret rooms, painting three of them and the cupulo and roof, painting the Piazza outside and inside, above and below.","Washington presents Mrs. Robert Morris with the lustre which hung in the large drawing room in Philadelphia--it came by mistake to Alexandria--he had left the furniture in the two largest rooms of the house they were renting from the Morris family in case President Adams wanted it--parts of it Washington intended to sell, parts to dispose of in other ways--but except for the pictures, he left it all and offered it to Adams for \"reduced prices\"--Adams declined and it was left for Mr. Lear and Mr. Dandridge to dispose of them--this explains why the lustre was packed up and sent to Alexandria--Washington sends it back unopened and hopes it will be received without injury--he sends his regards to Bishop White [her brother]--Nelly Custis and her brother [G.W.P. Custis] are in the Federal City.","Dated at the top, the list of 11 suits includes: \"1 Full Suit of Regimentals;\" ditto half; and suits of Spanish cloth; olive colour; dark brown; lighter brown; half mourning; raven grey; black; then under the heading \"Velvet - Silk - \u0026 Cassimer\" 1 full Suit – Velvet, 1 Uncut.","Letter to James McAlpin, tailor in Philadelphia, regarding an order for clothes and a delinquent order for nankeens. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel. Note on panel, 'By Mr. Custis'","Postmarked by hand \"Alex 22 May,\" franked by Washington, excellent black seal with Washington's family seal imprinted, Washington's watermark (incomplete).","Writing to his agent in Philadelphia, Washington asks him to inform John Aitken, Philadelphia cabinetmaker, that no keys came for the secretary (writing desk) and the side table [sideboard].","Washington expresses his opinions on Anderson's \"Memorial\" to him on proposed plan of work at Mt. Vernon -- agrees substantially with his principles for conducting the different farms \u0026 modes of carrying them into effect","Washington expresses his opinions on Anderson's \"Memorial\" to him on proposed plan of work at Mt. Vernon--agrees substantially with his principles for conducting the different farms and modes of carrying them into effect--some minor modifications may be necessary--overseers don't need to know anything except to obey orders without question--comments on specifics in Anderson's Memorial--grass and oat fields at Mt. Vernon--farm and woodland pastures--\"Although there will be little or no cultivation at the Mansion House after the year 1798, yet keeping up the fences - getting fuel and performing other multifarious jobs\" make it difficult to predict force necessary to work it--grass at River Farm--Muddy Hole, Dogue Run, Union Farm turned more to meadows--wishes new mill race to be completed because he wishes to keep mill busy through the season by purchasing wheat to grind--approves Anderson's plan of a distillery to make profit, and will put carpenters to it as soon as possible--is not inclined to place Anderson's compensation for running the distillery and other business on footing Anderson suggests [Washington and Anderson to share the profits from distillery] but prefers to pay a standing wage--Washington gives his reasons, and will pay £140 to him and if he establishes the distillery which answers purposes, he will increase the salary in appreciation--will also hire a clerk if necessary--but if River Farm is rented, won't increase his wages at all--no overseer necessary for Mansion House, Will can do the work--Washington doesn't want one overseer overlooking both Union and Dogue Run because he has \"always found, however, that Negroes will either idle or slight their work if they are not closely attended to.\"","Letter from George Washington to James McAlpin, his tailor in Philadelphia, regarding payment for clothing made for George Washington Parke Custis. Washington instructs McAlpin to contact Clement Biddle, his agent in Philadelphia, to receive payment. Washington then addresses the issue of an escaped indentured servant named John Cline, stating, 'it was always my intention to have given him his freedom (as I did by the other servants under similar circumstances) when I retired from Public life had he remained with me'. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.","Asks if there is anyone Pearce can recommend as an overseer of Union farm--the dairies and fowls being attended by the overseer's wife--Washington hopes Pearce's crops have been good--his are as good as can be expected--hessian fly--inquires to the possibility of purchasing 3 or 4 hundred bushels of rye in Pearce's neighborhood.","Washington extends an invitation to Bushrod and wife. Will send a chariot to Colchester to meet them. Will not expect them for dinner which is at 3 O'Clock. With Mrs. Washington (Martha) he extends his best regards and compliments to Col. Blackburn \u0026 family.","Washington writes that Rufus King, the American Minister in London, had the decree of Virginia's High Court of Chancery published in London Gazette for 2 successive months--King sent copies of the paper to Washington, who forwards one to Bushrod and quotes from King's letter about publishing the decree.","Washington commiserates with Lewis over his runaway slave (\"the loss of your Servant\") -- this will become more frequent -- \"I wish from my Soul that the Legislature of this State could see the policy of the gradual abolition of Slavery. It might prevt. much future mischief.\" -- writes about Lewis coming to make his home at Mt. Vernon -- Lewis will be treated as a member of the family, and not paid -- his duties will be to entertain guests and visitors after the Washington retires to bed or study, \u0026 also to record a few papers at times -- Lewis can take advantage of his library (\"I have a great many instructive Books, on many subjects, as well as amusing ones\") -- he can perhaps also gain some knowledge from observing management of the farms by Anderson.","Discussion of William Pearce's employment at Mount Vernon.","Manuscript Architectural Plan of a room in the garret of Mount Vernon sent from George Washington to Clement Biddle when purchasing a stove for the room.","Notes and measured drawing in Washington's hand, specifying how a stove could be installed in a corner of one of the garret or attic bedrooms at Mount Vernon. Drawn at \"a scale of a foot to an inch\" Washington remarks that \"every part of it may be exactly measured and perfectly understood by any workman.\" While not dated (but on paper watermarked 1795, and therefore possibly as early as that), the drawing appears to be either a draft or Washington's file copy of a similar plan sent to Clement Biddle on 15 September 1797, cf. RM-1122.","Washington writes to Biddle to note that the picture frames arrived unbroken--asks Biddle to send 4 gilt frames without glass for paintings, giving measurements for these--also gives corrected dimensions for stove ordered earlier--encloses autograph plan of the room for which it is intended [see drawing under same date]--the new quarter's interest on his certificates will pay for these things--asks Biddle to insert enclosed advertisement, and to send the history of the United States by author unknown but \"which contains Nos. 5 and 6 alluded to in Col. Hamilton's late pamphlet\".","Washington sends this letter to Lafayette by his son--he expresses sympathy for Lafayette's sufferings, and joy at hearing of his release from prison--he explains why G.W. Lafayette did not come to live with him immediately on his arrival in America, the \"delicate and responsible situation in which I stood as a public officer\"--young Lafayette's conduct has been exemplary--filial affection made him impatient to return to France as soon as he heard of his father's release--Mr. Felix Frestel has been like a father to the boy--Lafayette has never stood higher in the affection of the people of America--Washington writes \"I have once more retreated to the shades of my own Vine and Fig tree, where I shall remain with best vows for the prosperity of that country for whose happiness I have toiled many years , to establish its Independence—Constitution—\u0026 Laws—and for the good of mankind in general, until the days of my sojournment, which cannot be many, are accomplished.\"--young George will tell Lafayette of affairs in America and politics.","Washington writes that he will write to Bushrod Washington for papers mentioned in her memorandum--says that \"Having had as little to do with Lawyers as any man of my age I pretend not to be a competent judge of\" the lawyer Swan's claims--claims not to know much about the case at hand [a suit being brought by heirs of Simon Pearson against George Washington, Triplett and others who purchased land from Pearson in 1763; Washington later selling his portion to Lund Washington to make up part of Hayfield farm where Elizabeth resided] but shares what he knows of the merits, possible expense, and prospects of the matter.","Washington writes to Bushrod about the suit of Thomas Pearson, heir entail to his brother Simon Pearson for lands sold by latter to George Washington, William Triplett, and George Johnson--Washington had later sold his portion to Lund Washington, making it part of the Hayfield farm now occupied by Lund's widow Elizabeth--the suit is founded on some supposed irregularity in last proceedings of the time--Washington asks Bushrod's opinion on certain points of the case.","George Washington's letter to William Stoy references medical treatment requested for Christopher, Washington's body servant, who had been bitten by a dog with rabies.  Stoy was a minister of the German Reformed Church in Lebanon, Pennsylvania.  He discovered a \"cure\" for hydrophobia and Stoy's Drops, a popular cure-all medicine. Celebrated for curing person bit by 'Mad animals,' Stoy successfully treats Christopher.","Washington inquires about the character, etc. of a Mrs. Forbes living in Richmond, recommended by John Brooke to be housekeeper at Mt. Vernon--Mrs. Washington \"is exceedingly fatigued \u0026 distressed for want of a good housekeeper\"--mentions the Pearson suit.","Washington writes McCarty a counter-proposal for a possible exchange of lands (5664 acres of McCarty's Sugar Land holdings in Loudoun County, Virginia, for 12,226 acres of Washington's on the Kanawha and Cole Rivers)--Washington makes a new proposition in the unsuccessful negotiation--he insists his lands on the Kanawha will become more valuable soon--a restored peace in Europe would increase immigration to America--Washington wants no legal difficulties resulting from any entail of McCarty's land.","Washington writes that he has received Bushrod's letters and the copy of the deed to William Williams for 589 acres of land, but finds it \"singular\" that the writ docking entail of land cannot be located in the court records--he sends Bushrod further information from his own files to aid the further search in this matter of the Pearson suit.","Washington agrees to high wages demanded by Mrs. Forbes, because of desperate need of a housekeeper at Mt. Vernon--asks Bushrod to make further enquiries concerning Mrs. Forbes and her habits, listing questions of interest--she will not eat at same table with the family, \"for if this was once admitted no line satisfactory to either party, perhaps, could be drawn thereafter\"--he wants Bushrod to ask Mrs. Forbes about hiring or buying a good Negro cook. Letterpress copy","Washington agrees to high wages demanded by Mrs. Forbes, because of desperate need of a housekeeper at Mt. Vernon--asks Bushrod to make further enquiries concerning Mrs. Forbes and her habits, listing questions of interest--she will not eat at same table with the family, \"for if this was once admitted no line satisfactory to either party, perhaps, could be drawn thereafter\"--he wants Bushrod to ask Mrs. Forbes about hiring or buying a good Negro cook--the postscript (which is not in the letterpress copy, but present here) inquires about legal practices that could impinge on the Pearson suit.","A printed bank check, completed in George Washingtons hand, made out to Gideon Worth in the amount of $103 and drawn on the Bank of Alexandria.","Washington writes of the order for the settlement of Colville estate, and Mr. Keith's queries regarding how to publish it--there is no word of Mrs. Forbes--Washington rehashes the correspondence regarding Mrs. Forbes and thinks that the conduct of Robert Brooke \"has been very ungenteel\" in not answering letters concerning Mrs. Forbes, unless the letters somehow miscarried.","Washington proposing that Mr. Parkinson lease one of his farms and agreeing to allow him to come over from England to see farm.","Washington writes that Law's pointer shall be taken care of at Mt. Vernon until he sends for him--pleasing to hear that Maryland to aid \"important objects on this River\"; hopes Virginia legislature will too--returns letter from the Marquis Cornwallis and other recent enclosures from Law--\"To stand high in the estimation of so respectable a character as Lord Cornwallis is a circumstance which must be as pleasing as it is honourable to you.\"--the Washingtons are glad to hear Mrs. Law and child are well--\"we remain in statu quo\"--compliments of season.","Taxes due on Kanhawa County land. Requests General Lee's original deed of conveyance for Kentucky land.","Three page letter written from Mount Vernon that shows Washington's frustration with his adopted grandson.","Washington writes to White to thank him for passing on information about the memorial before Congress and debates concerning the \"disgraceful topic\" occupying House of Representatives [Representative Matthew Lyon's attack on Rep. Roger Griswold]--he decries party feuds--mentions trouble with France and how he had hoped they would unify Congress--asks White what the general opinion of Col. Monroe's \"view of the Conduct of the Executive of the United States\" is.","Some accounts have been sent to Washington, left from Pearce's time at Mt. Vernon--Mr. Lear--Messers Fosters and May--in craddling the wheat, Washington wishes to catch it in the hand--inquires of the possibility of obtaining someone on the Eastern Shore, who understands the business--scythes--Mr. Stuart.","Washington encloses an extract from Rev. Belknap in order to enlist the aid of Chase in answering the questions. Washington wants to encourage Belknap whom he believes to be a man of merit and scholarship.","Washington expresses his opinions on Anderson's \"Memorial\" to him on proposed plan of work at Mt. Vernon -- agrees substantially with his principles for conducting the different farms \u0026 modes of carrying them into effect -- some minor modifications may be necessary -- overseers don't need to know anything except to obey orders without question -- comments on specifics in Anderson's Memorial -- grass \u0026 oat fields at Mt. Vernon -- farm \u0026 woodland pastures -- \"Although there will be little or no cultivation at the Mansion House after the year 1798, yet keeping up the fences - getting fuel and performing other multifarious jobs\" make it difficult to predict force necessary to work it -- grass at River Farm -- Muddy Hole, Dogue Run, Union Farm turned more to meadows -- wishes new mill race to be completed because he wishes to keep mill busy through the season by purchasing wheat to grind -- approves Andersons plan of a distillery to make profit, and will put carpenters to it as soon as possible -- Washington is not inclined to place Andersons compensation for running the distillery \u0026 other business on footing Anderson suggests [Washington and Anderson to share the profits from distillery] but prefers to pay a standing wage -- Washington gives his reasons, and will pay £140 to him \u0026 if he establishes the distillery which answers purposes, he will increase the salary in appreciation -- will also hire a clerk if necessary -- but if River Farm is rented, won't increase his wages at all -- no overseer necessary for Mansion House, Will can do the work -- Washington doesn't want one overseer overlooking both Union and Dogue Run because he has \"always found, however, that Negroes will either idle or slight their work if they are not closely attended to.\"","Washington writes to his nephew about contracting for a supply of corn for his distillery at Mount Vernon; mentions his manager Mr. Anderson.","Encloses 3 tobacco notes--requests Peter to dispose of them \"in safe hands\" for what they will bring--60 or 120 days credit make little difference.","Washington responds to Adams on accepting the appointment of Lieutenant General and Commander in Chief of the American Armies.","Transmit receipt for tobacco note sent by Peter--\"I am ignorant of the principles, on which I am called upon to pay for picking a Tenants tobacco; but presuming it was proper, I thank you for having done it\"--deposit tobacco in hands of Mr. Peter, \"your father\" to be disposed of by him--encloses postnote for $100, deduct what is owned him and return balance.","Autograph letter, signed. George Washington writes to Rev. Jonathan Boucher includes one of Washington's most memorable quotes, his profession that \"Peace, with all the world is my sincere wish\".","Washington writes that he prefers to take a chance on shipping tobacco to foreign markets rather than accept low prices in this country--he desires to know if any foreign bound ships in Georgetown will accept it on consignment, though, before making a final decision--\"I am gathering strength.\"","Washington writes that he intends to build 2 houses not far from Capital, but not as large as Francis imagined--he expects to complete them before Congress \"as I am never long in executing a measure I have once resolved on.\"--the plans are in the hands of Mr. White or Dr. Thornton, and Francis can decide himself how many boarders they will accommodate--there will be three flush stories in each building and garret rooms for servants--if these buildings will suit, they will be ready in time.","Dated \"16th September 1798 at Night\" Washington writes that he is too busy to answer lengthy letters of remonstrance or complaints when a short conversation on the road or any of farms would be far more satisfactory--he will never hesitate to express opinion on his own affairs, and resents the implication that he will not listen to Anderson's criticisms and suggestions--gives instructions in planting of different farms--denies he suspects Anderson of unfairness in his accounts--Washington tells him not to buy wheat too fast but adjust it to the market for flour--he won't go into such lengthy correspondence again since he sees Anderson every day--Washington opines that he cannot open his lips to ask question of overseer or make suggestion without hurting Anderson's feelings--\"It must be obvious to yourself, that it is by my Rents, and the Sales of my lands that I have been enabled to get along \u0026 to support the expence of this house. The Farms do little more than support themselves, and those who overlook them.\"--Washington writes \"I will, once for all, Mr. Anderson, say (and I never profess what I do not feel) that I have an esteem, regard \u0026 friendship for you; but I shall repeat that this will never prevent me from expressing my mind fully and freely in all matters relative to my business.\"–he is also sorry Anderson's son has suddenly decided to quit, but hopes Anderson can quickly find a substitute for him at the distillery.","George Washington's deer park declined while he was away serving as president. In 1792 he replaced its fence with a ha-ha or walled ditch, drawn here in black.  Six years later, he planned a new course for the ha-ha, represented by the dotted line following \"the natural shape of the hill.\"","The entire letter has to do with the financial problems of the Charles Washington's, and George Washington's offer of One Thousand dollars. Washington shows great displeasure in the families \"deplorable\" state of affairs.","Pres. Adams had just appointed the 36 year old nephew of Gen. Washington to the Supreme Court of the United States. Gen. Washington indicates his approval of Pres. Adams' choice as well as his awareness of the difficulties Bushrod can expect to encounter as Associate Justice.","President John Adams had just appointed Bushrod to the Supreme Court of the United States. George Washington indicates his approval of Adams' choice as well as his awareness of the difficulties Bushrod can expect to encounter as Associate Justice.","Final letter of response confirming that he had received the book \"Proofs of a Conspiracy\" by John Robison-a Baravarian member of the Illuminati. Washington reassures Snyder that he is aware of the Illuminati's objective to overturn ... \"all Government and all Religion ...\" but he does not believe these tenets were being propagated by the Freemasonry in America. Washington comments he has no time to read being preoccupied with Mt. Vernon repairs.","Washington congratulates the Carters on the anticipated birth of their 12th child. Washington has \"abundant reason to be thankful for my own recovery\" from a fever which \"deprived me of 20 lbs of my weight; which ... is nearly restored.\"","Washington writes that, despite what she had heard, he has not been suffering from the \"desolating fever\"--he dines at Mr. Willing's (Powel's brother) this day and will have tea with Powel afterward.","In the hand and signed by Tobias Lear or Alexander Hamilton, on Washington's watermarked paper. Washington writes in answer to the firm's letter of 24 October that he does not, as a rule, accept gifts such as their offered literary and miscellaneous paper--however because he does like to support such \"publications which may be useful \u0026 beneficial to our country\" he wishes to enter a subscription for it, if they will forward terms.","In the hand of and signed \"G. Washington\" Tobias Lear or Alexander Hamilton, Washington writes that, as he has no experience with claims such as hers, he must refer her to Gov. Trumbull or members of Congress for information on how to go about applying for half pay due her on behalf of late father Col. John Durkee.","Washington writes that he will breakfast with Mrs. Powel \"tomorrow at her usual hour, if named to him.\"","Washington writes his thanks to Powel for her help in selecting and securing presents for Washington's family members in Virginia--in particular, for the prints and for her offer to choose something handsome to present Eleanor P. Custis--he considers muslin the best gift--asks her to locate some memento for Mrs. Washington--and asks her \"to procure the second edition\" of the present which she intends for Eliza Law lest there be \"a contest ... in which an innocent Babe may become the victim of strife\"--he hopes to leave town Friday or Saturday, but will call on her before going.","Washington writes to Powel expressing his gratitude for the articles she sent and her assistance in selecting them--he encloses $75 in payment--he will deliver her letter to Mrs. [Eliza Custis] Law and give the doll to Eliza.","Washington writes to send a $500 check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria so Mr. Blagden can proceed laying in materials to build Washington's houses in the Federal City--he briefly describes a building he saw in Philadelphia like what he wants built and \"if this is not incongruous with the rules of architecture, I should be glad to have my two houses executed in this style.\"","Washington writes to Stuart that he was pleased to find in Philadelphia recently that so many \"Gentlemen of family fortune \u0026 high expectations\" seek commissions in army--this, and the vain attempt to keep him to any literary pursuits, gave Washington idea to get Washington Custis a commission as Cornet--he also has the conviction that if real danger threatened the country \"no young man ought to be an idle spectator of its defence;\"--this would also divert Custis's attention from thoughts of marriage--Washington wanted to consult Mrs. Stuart and Martha before offering it, but Mr. Lear wrote to Custis about it and concealment of the idea is now impossible--Custis is now a cornet in the troop commanded by Lawrence Lewis--the Lieutenant is Lawrence Washington, Junr. of Chotanck--the matter still must be approved by the President and Senate, of course so it should not to be talked of publicly till then--Mrs. Washington consents but it must have Mrs. Stuart's permission--Washington's caution is because Custis is an only son, the only male of his great great grandfather's family--Providence will protect Custis in camp or field of battle as it would in domestic life.","This memorandum includes totals of the land to be cultivated and that in woods, waste, etc., probably all on Dogue Run farm--list of hands on Dogue Run with their [Ages?, probably drawn up with idea of renting the farm.] Also contains statements that wheat and cattle can be had also at reasonable valuation.","Washington writes in response to his nephew's query about the offer to become the 'Guardian of Nelly' so as to authorize a license for Lawrence and Nelly to marry. He also encourages Lawrence to acknowledge the Secretary of War's offered military commission and either accept or decline the appointment. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Received 4 copies of prints of deaths of Montgomery and Warren [done by John Trumbull]--cannot remember price on subscription lists, so asks T. to let him know the amount and also whether he can receive remittances for his brother in this county--doesn't know whether he paid in advance--papers from Philadelphia have not been unpacked yet--paper accompanying prints says rest of proposed design has been abandoned, due to \"peculiarity of the times\"--coming marriage of Nelly Custis and [Lawrence] Lewis.","Washington writes to Brainerd that he sympathizes with his calamities, but cannot give him pecuniary aid--has had difficulty collecting rents due him and adds that \"the income of my estate does not at this time hardly meet my current expenses\"--further, he believes in helping his friends and neighbors first, and that is all he has the means of doing.","Letter from George Washington to Joseph Anthony concerning payment due after the acquisition of a set of engraved prints by the artist, John Trumbull. The prints were titled 'The Death of General Montgomery in the Attack of Quebec (December 31, 1775)', depicting the death of Richard Montgomery during the attack of Quebec; and 'The Death of General Warren - The Battle of Bunker Hill (June 17, 1775)', depicting the death of Dr. Joseph Warren. These prints were sold on a subscription basis and, having made the initial payment in 1790, Washington is requesting how to pay the final installment. This letter is addressed to Joseph Anthony, John Trumbull's agent in America. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","In a former letter Washington had ordered a uniform to be made as instructed by Secretary of War to be ready by Feb. 22 -- here he suggests sending it by way of Judge Bushrod Washington, who should be leaving Philadelphia for Mount Vernon shortly -- Washington wants the goods packed in a custom-built portmanteau of stiff thick leather, 2 feet long and 2 ft. 9 in round with a flap for brushes, blacking, and so on, with an iron bar running through staples, and a good lock -- he says an able craftsman would have no trouble building one from that description.","Contains Washington's survey of land purchased from George and James Mercer in the neighborhood of Four Mile Run in Arlington, County, Va., known as the Washington['s] Forest tract--Second page shows comparison of three surveys: Gray's \u0026 Adams Patents 1724 \u0026 1730; Jn. Houghs, Nov. 1766; Washington's April 3 and 4, 1799. Does not include a map.","Washington inquires about the uniform he ordered, saying that the last delay was supposed to have been the gold thread which was expected in spring shipping--he requests no further unnecessary delay--asks McAlpin to send it in a portmanteau mentioned earlier and by some person coming through to Alexandria to be left at Post office or stage office there.","Washington follows up on last winter's conversation in Philadelphia, and accepts Boudinot's offer of some of his wine, since his (Washington's) letters seem to have miscarried and a new order will reach Mr. Pintard in Madeira only after his stock is almost exhausted--Biddle will handle the transaction on his behalf.","Letter from George Washington to Alexander Addison regarding money owed on the sale of land at Millers Run in Pennsylvania. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Washington writes that he has received McAlpins letters of the 24th and 27th -- he thanks McAlpin for his efforts in furnishing uniform coat although he failed -- he mentions Mr. Bahr in New York, a tailor who embroidered a cloak for Washington when the capital was in New York, and suggests asking him -- if this fails and the coat has not been sent to Europe yet, he asks McAlpin to keep it and inform him of its state and what can be done with it.","George Washington rented the slaves from Mrs. Penelope Manley French, widow of Daniel French of Rose Hill. In July 1799, Washington wrote to Mrs. French's son-in-law, Benjamin Delany about returning the slaves.","Washington encloses notes for 2 hogsheads of tobacco, and asks Peter to try to sell them in Georgetown or get credit for them--Washington plans to be in Georgetown for a meeting of the Potomac Company on the 5th of August.","Autograph letter signed. George Washington acknowledges and thanks John Beale Bordley for presenting him with a copy of Bordley's recently published book, Essays and Notes on Husbandry and Rural Affairs. The book was delivered to Mount Vernon by Secretary of War James McHenry.","Some time ago a mulatto girl, body servant to Mrs. Washington, ran away--she was found in Portsmouth, N.H.--asks Bassett that since he is going to Portsmouth, would he take steps to send her back--a Frenchman enticed her away but has left her--if she causes no further trouble, she won't be punished--Washington doesn't wish him to do anything \"unpleasant, or troublesome\" to bring her back.","In this letter George Washington writes to Lewis about the rent and value of his various properties along with the slaves that work on those properties, although he writes about his aversion \"to sell the over-plus [of negroes] I cannot because I am principled against this kind of traffic in the human species. - To hire them out, is almost as bad, because they could not be disposed of in families to any advantage, and to disperse the families I have an aversion.\"","Washington takes the liberty of transmitting a letter from Colonel Pickering to the Commissioners of the Federal City for their consideration.","Carriage is sent as Mrs. P. requested--expects to see them about 3:00--Mrs. W. has been very ill--sent for Dr. Craik at midnight--\"Hers has been a kind of Ague \u0026 fever - the latter never entirely, intermitting until now. - I sent for the Doctor to her on Sunday last, but she could not, until he came the second time - yesterday morning - be prevailed upon to take anything to arrest them.\" On outside of cover Washington has added that since sealing the letter her fever has returned--please inform Mrs. [Eliza P.C.] Law.","Mrs. Washington is taking bark for fever and doing better--Washington will have Dr. Craik look at Roberts--if Roberts cannot do the work at the mill, Washington will have to employ another in order not to lose Fall business there--fears Anderson's health won't stand more attention to his work, either--will discuss his ideas on this later.","Washington writes that he had received by Gen. William Washington the model of the improved gun carriage--he approves of new carriage and thinks that it will be much easier to introduce \"valuable improvements\" of this kind at the beginning of military exercises than after people become accustomed to the old.","Washington writes that business, many guests, and Mrs. Washington's illness have delayed his answer to Anderson--\"Health, being amongst, (if not the most) precious gift of Heaven; without which, we are but little capable of business, or enjoyment\" so, since Anderson feels he and family can't be healthy where they live, Washington cannot expect them to live there a year longer--he feels he will have no difficulty superintending his farms himself \"on the plain, simple, \u0026 regular system I am resolved, undeviatingly to pursue\"--he will rent the landing at the ferry, and will try to rent mill and distillery too--the purpose of this letter is to relieve Anderson from embarrassment arising from their bargain on one hand and his desire to leave because of health on the other--Washington reiterates that he has nobody else in mind to replace Anderson and intends to take over farm management himself should Anderson have to step down--he would take $500 per year for mill; Anderson knows better than he what the distillery should rent for--discusses terms for renting the distillery and mill.","Washington writes that he was disappointed in their not being able to visit, but invites him and his wife to Mount Vernon in the Spring--he asks whether there is any wheat available for sale--Washington wants to keep his millers employed but his more alert neighbors bought up local wheat early--Mrs. Washington is still very unwell--he heard of the death of Charles Washington, his brother, in Berkeley, just the previous night.","Washington writes that delays in privately delivered mail caused his nephew's requests not to be fulfilled--no whiskey sent--rye from James Digges Dishman and from William Augustine will be gladly accepted if it is still available, and given gallon for bushel--Washington sends a 5 October 1799 price list of wheat in Alexandria [here separately cataloged].","Washington signed this sixty day note for $1500, dated at Alexandria, Va. 21 October 1799. On the reverse it is endorsed: \"This note was renewed on the 16th Decem. 1799 by Lawrence Lewis's note being discounted for the same Sum, which has been since paid ...\", endorsed by Herbert, also \"1500 -495 G. Washington Dec. 20.\"","Washington writes to Martha Washington's sister informing her of her son John's appointment as a midshipman in the U.S. Navy. On the verso is Washington's draft of a response letter from John Henley to Secretary of the Navy Benjamin Stoddert for young Henley to copy. Enclosure: see October 16, 1799.","Washington states he has examined and approved accounts of ledger.","Washington has heard about Powell using a cutting box of new construction, better and simpler than the common kind--asks Powell to get him one and forward it to Col. Gilpin in Alexandria for him, if he is himself entirely pleased with it. (May refer to a \"chaff cutter\" or \"chaff box\" used for cutting straw chaff, hay, and oats into small pieces to facilitate mixing it with other forage.)","Washington writes to offer his thanks for their invitation to attend assemblies, but \"alas! our dancing days are no more.\"","Washington writes the rumor of his having been in Norfolk is false--\"I have never been farther from home since I left the Chair of Government, than the Federal city except when I was called to Philadelphia by the Secretary of War\"--extends his thanks for invitation to visit at Rosegill, however.","Washington writes to inform Alder that the wine sent by him from Madeira after the order sent through Pintard arrived in good condition will be paid for directly. (Written in Lear's hand, but speaks of him in the third person.)","Are invited to dine with Mr. Jacob Morris on Saturday,\"... where, in the conformity to custom, they will be obliged to drink Tea, and consequently must be deprived of the pleasure intended them by Mr. \u0026 Mrs. Powell\".","Memorandum of questions about rents, bonds, crops, etc., probably to be asked his manager. Autograph document, fragment, docketed in another hand \"General Washington\".","The plan below, is supposed to represent\nthe Piaza [Piazza] – The black describes the Tile which\nit is supposed remains uninjured - \u0026 the white \nstone, which will be necessary to replace the Tile \nthat has been damaged by the Frost – If this\nmode will answer and Knowles [John Knowles] -or Harry [Henry] Young\ncan be engaged – the work might be set about.","An indentured bricklayer and laborer, John Knowles worked at Mount Vernon from 1773 until 1784, as well as from 1786 until 1790. An indentured stonemason, Henry Young worked at Mount Vernon from 1774 until 1781, with an interruption in his services from 1776 until 1778.","Docketed \"Rough field Notes taken by George Washington in running the courses of the Land bot. from George \u0026 Jas. Mercer.\"","Autograph document, half of a cover, franked by George Washington [only part of a signature remains], broken black seal with George Washington's initials, laminated.","Notes on best methods of planting and transplanting various kinds of trees and bushes, including a notation of the agricultural authority, Langley or Miller, from whom he got information. Also a notation on walks -- should be of gravel or Sand and winding and private -- the sides should be lined with Honey suckles -- sweetbrier-, and many other flowering shrubs.","Address leaf to Caesar Rodney, (the Governor of Delaware), signed by George Washington. Franked \"Public Service.\"","Plat of unidentified farmland. Field with 4 plots. Acreage and brief description.","Description of rotation schedule for Dogue-run and the other farms--7 field plan.","Engraved invitation from plate used by President and Mrs. Washington.","Fragment, likely from letter cover, \"Nelly Custis\" written by George Washington","Partially printed dinner invitation from George Washington to Edward Hand. Not in Washington's handwriting. 1 page.","Receipt for blacksmithing tools, GW writes out entire receipt and has vendor, Adam Stephen sign it. Tools listed: bellows, tongs, etc. Autograph document, folio, signed by Adam Stephen.","\"[Ledger A, folio 13, Jan. 25, 1755 \"\"By 6 black Walnut Chairs ... £3.15;\"\" folio 19, Jan. 22, 1755 \"\"By [Col. Stephen] for 6 leather bottomed Chairs ... £3.15\"\"]. £3.15.0 for six common black walnut chairs to be delivered to his order.\"","\"Sir - The purp. of this is to aquaint you of an Engagement we had with the Indians late this afternoon. Three of our men going out on pretense of looking after some horses met with a party of Indians within sight of the Fort, two of which escaped and alarm'd us; we immediately pursued them with a party of between fourty \u0026 fifty men undr command of Capt. Mercer, Lieut. Williams, Ensn. Carten, Ensign McCarty, Lt. Lemen \u0026 myself - after following them about a mile \u0026 an half, on rising a mountain we were fired on very smartly which we warmly returned ....\"","An early receipt regarding a slave at Mount Vernon, docketed by George Washington. The receipts reads \"Colo. George Washington, for the Hire of Carpenter James [and] Cr. by 5 yds of Negroes Cotton.\" Carpenter James was likely a slave carpenter hired to work on the renovation of Mount Vernon. The reverse contains a partial notation by Charles Washington, youngest brother of George, dated 23 April 1759.","Bond for one thousand pounds Virginia currency--for 350£ given by G.W. he has sold two tracts of land, one of 200 acres on Dogue Run, originally granted to 1st S. Darrell in 1794, and the other 300 acres on little Hunting Creek, originally part of tract granted to Matthew Thompson.","Invitation to his half-brother to stop for a visit on his way to Williamsburg. Accounts with Mr. Carlyle not settled. Advice on the purchase of Clifton's land.","Bill for butter. Note at the bottom by Washington indicating an error of £1.0.0. Washington's endorsement on verso, Oct. 1761.","[William Digges of Warburton Manor, Prince Geo. Co. Md. Washington's neighbor, was one of those named in Clifton's suit against Carroll and other.] In this letter he annouces willingness to receive money due and \"wash my hands of ye troublesome affr.\"--also details on exchange of vinegar and other commodities.","\"For carrying 4 hhds tobacco and for kegs of butter. Receipted by Crawford.\"","\"To \"\"George Washington Esqr. a soldier in Capt. Jno Dalton's Company for being absent from Muster ...\"\" Teste copy signed by clerk, John West junr.\"","Lettice Corbin, Essex VA, writes to George Washington, regarding a slave bricklayer named George whom he has rented out to Washington and wondering if he will need the labor beyond the agreed term. Includes a follow-up receipt from Washington on 9 April 1766 outlining payment of 25 pounds in Virginia currency for the use of the bricklayer and acknowledgement of payment received by Geo. Turberville (signed) for Lettice Corbin. Autograph document signed, 1 page, with integral cover. Docketed in the hand of George Washington.","Document signed, partly printed, signed by Jno. Montgomery [Capt.].Bill for freight charges on one butt of wine shipped on \"Alexandria.\"","Bill for freight charges on one butt of wine shipped on \"Alexandria.\"","Report on farming, etc. wheat very poor, gave a very small amount of flour--ground has been either very wet or frozen since Washington's departure, thus holding up the plowing--mention of a good slave whom Mr. Adam will not sell for £50.","Lund writes about crops and planting. Washington in Williamsburg at Burgess meeting, then onto Dismal Swamp. Martha includes a postscript at the end of the letter. One of only two extant examples of correspondence from Martha Washington to George Washington, Martha penned this six line postscript with news and greetings on the second page of a letter from Lund Washington to George on March 30, 1767.","Letter pertains to the estate of the Rev. Charles Green.  (See letter of Wm. Savage to George Washington \u0026 George Wm Fairfax, 1767 April 24).","Account of weather and activities at Mt. Vernon. \"The carpenters are laying the barn floor in the Neck.\" Waiting for the brickmaker's arrival, \"The negroes are all well. Bishop has sowed half his field in wheat and made two casks of cider.\" Expecting a \"great crop of corn.\" \"The Children are very well \u0026 were yesterday at Alexandria Church ...\"","Condition of crops, wheat and corn--sowing--ditchers--several of the Negroes lately sick--Alton's Morris', Cleveland's and Bishops farms--brickmaker failed to report for work--timothy and lucerne--Cleveland's barn floor finished--compliments to Mrs. Washington, her children are well and send love, also their love to Coll. Wm. Fairfax and his lady.","Washington's lost horses have not returned to Mt. Vernon--the corn crop--ditchers--sowing wheat and making cider--Price (brickmaker) has returned because they could get no other--none available in Mr. Piper's shipload of servants--milldam--how to get brickwood across creek?--half planks for Morris' barn floor--children are well--glad Mrs. W. has benefited from springs.","Receipt for £12.18 for teaching Miss [Martha Parke] Custis music \"ending in April last.\"","This bond is the agreement between George Washington and his neighbor, John Posey, confirming Posey's debt of £2000 owed to George Washington. Posey's right as a French and Indian War veteran and part of the Proclamation of 1763 to claim up to 3,000 acres of land west of the Appalachian mountains is conveyed to Washington to pursue these unclaimed western lands. Signed by Posey at the conclusion, with the signatures of John Parke Custis, Martha Parke Custis, and Amelia Posey (John Posey's daughter) as witnesses. The document and docket on verso is in the hand of George Washington. Autograph document, signed by John Posey, 2 pages.","\"Sales of 69 Barrels Herrings on Acct. of George Washington Esqr of Virginia.\"--Charges for freight commission, etc.","Deals with mill and farm affairs--\"Our mill is once more in a bad way\"--wall of water pit falling down.\"--\" ... give yourself no uneasiness or anxiety about the mill, you may depend I will use every precaution to prevent further damages.\"--sale of flour--wheat fields look promising--all are well.","Encloses sales of herring and current account owed them--market for herring and flour low at present.","Receipt for £3.15 for freight on 300 bushels oats.","Expects he has \"hird\" from Col. Fairfax in re selling furniture at Belvoir--asks him to set a date and advertise sale and he will attend--needs 100 bushels of wheat, 20 barrells of corn and money for management of Fairfaxes Berkeley plantation--hopes he won't think him troublesome, but Fairfax has left him in great confusion--asks him to inform W. Peyton if account delivered Peyton by Willis will not be received by Washington in settlement with Peyton.","Balance due, plus interest accrued from Oct. 4, 1771 - to Miss Janny Washington.","Possibly may object to his paying £7 to overseers, but this worked out with Col. Fairfax since four overseers to settle in woods and raise only corn--land nearly worn out, explains his system of crop rotation.","West as far as Goose Creek on way to Mt. Vernon but indisposed and could not go further--needs £50 for management Fairfax estates, if convenient send £10 by bearer and he will get rest when next rides to Belvoir--asks to trouble him with business at General Court--i.e. encloses letter to Augustine Willis for collection of £250, if he gets this will not need the money from Washington.","Thanks Washington for the money which enabled him to send 5 or 6 hands to Red Stone--understands Mr. Thruston is very much pleased with this country, particularly Washngton's property there--his brother to leave for there soon--does not approve of renting Belvoir \"for so short a time\"--will try to see Mr. Delany soon--please pay Mr. Moore the £40 or £60.","Writes of Fairfaxes arrival in England, both are pretty well recovered--acknowledges receipt of Washington letters and packages forwarded to Fairfaxes at York--let him know if he can do any favour for the \"Neptune\" this year--Rev. Bumaly pleased to hear of Washington's health, admires him much.","Has collected rents according to promise--forgot to give him tobacco he had in his pocket, what should he do with it?","Disagrees with Fairfax on renting raccoon branch to highest bidder--thinks should keep fisheries to encourage sale of whole property--minor tenant problems discussed--Daniel Stone wants refusal of west point fishery and 200 acres at £20--if convenient hopes can have sale before harvest as it would be difficult for him to attend then.","Bearer Richard Butcher wants to sell bills of exchange--asks approval on bills for Colo. Fairfax.","Requests instructions for bond to be drawn for tenant, Mr. Morton--bond for things purchased at sale [of Belvoir items]--asks for enough bags for 50 bushels of wheat.","Explains reason for delay of his bond because one person he wanted for bondsman has been abroad--now has Mayor Lowry as security and will get one other before taking over the premises.","Has arrived at Belvoir with bond unexecuted--since he had intimations from Washington that his own settlement at Belvoir would be disagreeable to Washington and not wanting to give offense, decided he would be content to hold the place for only a year--at end of the time, hopes all prejudices and difficulties will be ironed out.","Reference to sale of Mercer's estate--reports he has regained his health by disuse of coffee--announces the death of Philip Ludwell Lee.","Request on behalf of local committee to see if Washington could furnish them ten barrells of powder for use of county--heard he had imported more than necessary--if he can get it to Malborough his scyths can be sent at same time--Mr. Fitzhugh informs him he will have the pleasure of Washington's company Friday night on way to meeting of the Delegates.","Draft for £40 on Mr. William Molleson, Merchant, London.","Signed over to Wm. Fairfax account by G.W. on reverse and later docketed to that effect.","Will let Col. Simpson have money, but had difficulty in selling bill of exchange for continental money -- no word of escaped painter Cleveland -- work on store house and wash house [office] -- John [Broad] and negroes sick -- wet weather and wheat sowing -- scarcity of spinning wheels -- Lanphier supposed to repair old ones -- Committee has made choice of officers for militia -- \"the remains of our company\" to form company and ask Committee of Safety for commissions for officers -- Mrs. Washington to pick up Mrs. [Eleanor] Custis at Mr. B[enedict] Calvert's and go \"down the country\" -- the \"Stoco man\" still working on dining room and Sears on chimney -- fears George Washington mistaken about draught of chimney piece -- wash house [office] to have two front doors.","Meeting Mrs. W. at Mr. Digges across river--thinks Mr. Harrison will accept W-n's offer--Alexa. \u0026 Loudon people worried about Mrs. W.'s presence at Mt. V.--he thinks there's no danger--\"her old acquaintance the attorney\" wouldn't permit Lord Dunmore to come up river \u0026 take her--if necessary he can get her away quickly--she leaves soon for \"down the country\" with son and daughter-[in-law]--he writes G.W. weekly--rain prevents sowing wheat--repairing tumbling dam--work on wash or servent \u0026 store houses--bricklayers working on garden wall--John [Broad] sick--Sears sick--stucco work \u0026 chimney piece in dining room unfinished--bill of exchange--no word from [James] Cleveland or Simpson on western lands--John West wants money owed him--will pay Custis' bond from money of [Jenifer] Adams' bond--what to do with [Jenifer] Adams' land in Md.?--hopes to see G.W. in winter \"for whether things are made up or not I suppose you can leave the army in winter.\"--painter still absent.","Mrs. W. \u0026 Mr. \u0026 Mrs. John Parke Custis stop a few days in Fredericksburg on way to Col. Bassett's--mill dam repair completed--too wet to plow--John Knowles (bricklayer) sick--John Broad back at work--Judge the taylor \u0026 Sears sick--stucco man at work on dining room--carpenters on wash house [office]--letters by Constitutional post most reliable--kept in Alexandria by Mr. Hendricks.","Sent word to Mrs. W. at New Kent informing her to come to camp--expect her here immediately--discussion by Md. and Alex. residents of plan to blocade river--Indian Head best place--\"Captn Boucher [said] he woud undertake with 3 ships [sunk] to stop the Channel so that no ship of Force coud get up the River ...\"--Mrs. W. packed his papers in a trunk to be sent to Capt. McCarty's for safe keeping--she gave him key to G.W.'s study but he won't touch anything there except in emergency--what to do with Col. Mercer's papers?--John West, Mr. Harper, Mr. Wilson ask for money owed them--Bishop needs money--Dr. Crail's negro came with news from over the mountains--Val Crawford comes, feels it useless to keep building on G.W.'s land there because of danger of British burning everything--should he grind wheat?--Jenifer Adams offers to rent Md. land--Col. Mason very ill since convention--Lund thinks Mt. V. very easily defended by 50 men--will consider making salt peter--Custis and wife with Mrs. W. in New Kent--Knowles is well, Webster sick, John Barry dead.","Enclosed letter probably tells of Mrs. W's coming to camp--her long stay in New Kent after being sent for is ill-judged--nothing done about blocade of Potomac River--why he had to pay Mercer money--difficulties of paying in paper money--\"John Lowe the Barber says you owe him 7/6 for a false tale for your hair\"--James Cleveland came with certificates of improvements on Great Kanawa \u0026 Ohio land--settlers there left and went to Wheeling because of Indian attacks--won't return--G.W.'s servants sold and negroes left with Will Crawford--Stephens stayed, will get mill going there--work on dining room continues--little chance of getting absent painter from Lord Dunmore--will plant Bosenberries--difficulties in acquiring spinning wheels--expects another new one, \"so that we shall then have 7 ...\"--wash house [office] chimneys being set up--considers changing door plan, but hesitates altering G.W.'s plans--Skirmish at Hampton--next letter will be by Mrs. W. when she goes to camp.","Dining room almost finished--\"the Stucco Man agrees the ceilg. is a handsomer one than any of Colo. Lewises altho not half the work in it it was a plan recommen'd by Sears.\"--too late to turf the Ha Ha's--what proportions to use on gateways?--Lanphier no help on this or anything else--let him know in Spring what brick work to do after building the underpining \u0026 chimney to the house that will be placed opposite the store house--will plaster wash house or Servt's house [office] this winter--\"I suppose there is a wall to be built in the new garden next the Quarter I think I have heard you say you'd designd to have a House Built the whole length for Negroes ...\"--miller's time wasted with no wheat to grind--coopers work on mill dam \u0026 fencing--unable to buy slave--Lund goes to Stafford to settle mother's estate--will send his own negroes \"over the mountain\" for lack of anything to do in east--announces his intention to defend Mt. V. property against British--.","Account of money since Washington left, together with money to and from Mrs. Washington--all were bills contracted before he left--Washington's mother wrote asking for \"linnen\" not obtainable there and other trifles--explains accounts paid--will try to raise stone out of banks for chimney tops to be put up this winter, for kitchen, storehouse and other house to be built opp.--painting kitchen, storehouse, and house--corn crop--if Washington approves will put up a strong house at Morrises for wine, rum, etc.--Comm. sent to sound the river decided channel too wide and therefore plan [to block river] impracticable or very expensive--so must defend plantations on Potomac with muskets--attitudes of people about defending property in area--sales of wheat--will forward spinning--problems and process of making salt peter--Mrs. Washington does not approve leaving Mrs. Barnes as housekeeper in her absence, so Lund will do housekeeping--house has been crowded with company since Mrs. Washington's return.","Will transplant cherry trees, but thinks they will die--also plant vinyards and clean Hell Hole--much farm work to be done--shortage of help--illness--plasterer still here and Mrs. Washington has decided to have stucco in her room plain--wash house shingled and weather boarded but chimneys not up--report on timothy and other crops--has written every week--payment for sale of Col. Mercer's estate and letter in re. sale to Col. Tayloe--negro quarters need mending--difficulty of getting silver money--will try to collect rents--bull gored a wagon horse--Mrs. Barnes at Mt. Vernon--doesn't believe war ships will come up river this year--shortage of salt in area--his greetings to Mrs. Washington if she gets to camp before his letter--local militia officers.","Will alter servants hall since it is not intended for a wash house--thinks Jennifer Adams has not made a deed for his land unless very recently--Adams wanted to clear himself on charges of cutting timber--will try to get Washington out of bargain with Adams--run-away slave--thinks there will be no action on stopping navigation of Potomac or erecting batteries--will talk to Col. [Geo.] Mason about it--Mason ill--Committee for county chosen recently, lists names--Connelly [Tory] captured while going disguised through Md.--minute scheme for area not up to Conventions expectations--painter [run-away slave calling self Joseph Wilson] among prisoners taken at Hampton, does not want to return--Dunmore proclamation to free all indentured servants and slaves that go over to British--thinks white servants more likely to cause trouble--reviews servant situation, miller being paid and sitting idle--will grind 100 barrels of flour, possibly for export in exchange for arms--promises constant attention to Genl. Washington's affairs.","Examination of [James] Cleveland re certificates of improvements on G.W.'s western lands--pd. Tho. Lawson for iron--Jennifer Adams' land--negro won't return to Va. from Adam's; should he be sold?--Col. [George] Mercer's \u0026 Col. [Geo. Wm.] Fairfax's estates--Bryan Fairfax's peculiar religious behavior--report of Dunmore attacking 100 men \"this side of the great Bridge ...\"--convention to raise 4000 men--Dunmore's negro troops--desires privateers to come and take Dunmore's squadron--negroes ill--Col. George Mason getting well--hopes for gunpowder--proposed Potomac battery--Sears still here painting new room and dining room--he has picture frames to make yet--altered wash house (servt. quarters)--Knowles not recovered [from bull's goring].","Mill swamp to be cleared for pasture--coopers cutting trees for staves--corn--several of Oliver Cleveland's people ill--plan for hedging and ditching--suggests fallowing land \u0026 putting into wheat, thus saving labor for ditching \u0026 hedging--briar hedge planted from mansion to Hell Hole eaten by cattle--cherry trees will not live--\"I should be glad to be informd in what manner the House now Buildy. opposite the store House is to be divided into partitions--in one of your Letters you say it is intended for the sick - if so I woud make Three Rooms in it- 1/2 the House or more in the part next the Chimney the Remainder divided into two Rooms each of which will have a window in it - the Door in the gable end to be of no use but still to be there that it may in its outward appearance look like the Store ...\"--Col. [George] Mercer's estate--[James] Cleveland's report on Kanawa lands-he will go to Fincastle \u0026 Bottetourt Courts to get evaluation of work--Wm. Stephens \u0026 Wm. Skilling here, say buildings on Ohio burnt by Indians--Mrs. Barnes and Milly Posey left today--Dunmore defeated again by Capt. Woodford.","Col. [George] Mercer's estate--difficulties in collecting rents in Loudon, no markets for crops, and men indicted there for spreading ideas that they should not be expected to pay--flower knots in garden to be leveled, flowers shrubs planted elsewhere--gravel sorted for walks--one of Cleveland's men left when hardships set in--Wm. Skilling will repair well--John Broad injured \"playing Frolick\"--wrote to Wmsbg. to sell the painter, now in jail there--believes Washington should accept wages as General.","In this letter Lunds writes about trying to recover runaway negro from [Jennifer] Adams and rent from Adams along with affairs of other tenants, among other topics.","River frozen--hasn't yet seen Mr. Marshall or Mr. Triplett about land exchange--thinks it bad scheme to raise hogs to take care of surplus corn--pork prices low--well keeps caving in, perhaps will have to ask instructions as to where to dig a new one--good negro shoemaker available from Adams--conduct of negroes--better sell bay or stop using him for breeding--hurts him to see miller and mill idle.","\"Bill receipted. Bill for 1 set cart boxes.\"","Exchange of Adams and Matthews land still not settled--much alarm in Alexandria, expecting an attack from 5 large ships reported to be off Cone [mouth of Potomac]--river now blocked with ice but women and children evacuating and moving goods--they will fight to defend town--he thinks the ships more apt to be oyster boats--packing Washington's china and glass into barrels and then would be able to move things at short notice to Mrs. Barnes and to Morris' barn--rum and wine to be moved too--everyone says they will come to help defend the Washington property--thinks 100 men could defend it against 1,000--Wm. Stevens paid for going out to [Washington's] Ohio lands--Cleveland--packing bacon--cannot sell flour--\"I wish you had said how large you woud have the negro houses you speak of in your letter, or whether you woud have them built with or without sheds.\"--one piece of woolen cloth came from weavers--nine wheels at work spinning--John Broad cannot live--tell Mr. [John Parke] Custis cannot deliver letters to Mount Airy because of ice--Mrs. Chichester will stay in Fauquier Co., feels it unsafe in Alexandria--will send his furniture to another county if Washington thinks best, however doesn't believe there will be an attack on Alexandria since Lord Dunmore's troops are too trifling.","Several accounts are over-due, one to Lanphier--Mercer's estate--no one has applied for Col. Fairfax's bond--Lord Fairfax at present pretty well--will sell Adams' negro to someone Washington owes money to--problems of the mill [on Bulskin ?]--Simpson--French and Dulany land not settled--John Broad still alive but dying--the well will hold, must make top brick instead of stone--house opposite store framed but not raised--next will work on 2-family quarters in Muddy Hole--salting fish--letter from England by Capt. Kelso here.","Question of Lund's wages, he only brought it up because Washington had offered to pay him equal to what he had had in any former year--never expects to be rich--will serve him faithfully--Mr. Baily wants 10% to collect the rents, thinks 5% is enough--suggests he might collect them himself--Tayloe has instructed him to deliver the bonds to Col. Peyton--problems with Cleveland, who must be paid since he was acting as Washington's agent--John Broad still alive--Adams' land--Triplett questions boundary between Washington's land and his--Adams pressing him to buy 300 acres--John Stone offering 360 acres on river next to former Adams land--spinning of linen going on slowly--sorry to hear Mr. Custis not well--furniture still at Mt. Vernon, hopes to avoid a move if no attack--Col. West will order militia for defense of Mt. Vernon in event of attack.","Informing Washington of affairs at Mt. Vernon, the condition of the negroes, advising some improvements to Mt. Vernon, and information about the movements of the British.","Dray colt--use of other horses--Stevens will not get to save the rest of Washington's lands [Kanawha] with only the negroes--he thinks it best to get two other white men and have them appointed by court to appraise work when done--if Washington thinks the upset times not enough excuse for failing to satisfy the legal requirements to save land from forfeiture must give Lund liberty to make best arrangement possible with man to go out--7,000 acres patented in Washington's name and Muse upon Pocatallico--Cleveland here and will record work in April when courts in Fincastle and Bottetourt--Cleveland says bottom lands on Kanawha very rich--packing furniture to move to Morris's barn--Cleveland's trial is Tues.--Cleveland claims his behaviour is not criminal and he has been misrepresented--has heard nothing from Milly Posey since Christmas.","Mrs. Washington can accompany the General anywhere now that she's gone thru smallpox [innoculation] successfully--expresses gratitude to Washington for his guardianship--\"He deserves the Name of Father who acts the Part of one.\"","Safe arrival Norwich with 2 mortars after long delay in Sound because of enemy and wind--better to continue by land--needs money to pay pilots and other expenses--send further orders--Capt. Burbeck with 18 of Gen. Lee's guards with him--believes this will be sufficient help--will send rest of troops on--hears of danger on road to New York--since no provisions, sending part of 130 men on--keeping or only sufficient to hoist mortar.","Requests Washington to write Gov. Trumbull to try to get some bounties for his men as for other Conn. battallions--he enlists men on that promise--has clothing for men, which is great inducement to enlist.","Supplies to be moved from Philadelphia to Milltown Yorktown and Lancaster--supplies being purchased--all necessaries for troops on march provided--defends conduct in not buying--there are two buyer in Philadelphia--sends 6 lemons raised near New York City.","Can't persuade troops to remain at New Rochelle in face of superior forces--troops not enlisting, army weak--few [English] troops left in New York--he holds two men who ran off to British, then came back to help a widow escape to New York.","Appeal by British prisoner of war to be exchanged or parolled for a few days to see his brother who has come from England on family business.","Hopes Washington will come to Mt. Vernon while troops in winter quarters--no crop for sale this year--wheat destroyed, mill idle, short crop of corn--gives corn crop yields from each farm--many visiters and horses cause great use of crops--also 24 of own horses--wants to try making rum, sugar, and molasses from Indian corn stalk for money crop.","Stewart is writing about the conduct of some of the soldiers and the need of supplies.","Trees to be planted--Triplett delays signing bond for land exchange with Washington--mentions Mr. McCarty, Massey and Chichester in relation to agreement--boundary disputes--inquire into purchase of Col. Stone's land--Beck's land sold--new covering horse--Col. Triplett accompanies Mrs. Washington across River today on way to camp--will question tenants.","Covering horse arrived--bond signed with Triplett for land below mill race--Robt. Adam pd. account--\"I have a great mind to put the Money into the Continental Loan office, but perhaps it would be proper to get your approbation first\"--[Mrs. Mary Washington] wants Silla sent to her, but Lund hates to part her from Jack--[Charles Washington] wrote for another hand but he didn't send one--tobacco land to be put to flax--pumpkin to be planted--per simmons for beer and spirits--mare sent by Col. Lewis sick--Lund's lip still sore.","Rain and snow prevented his going up to see Washington--will leave for camp last of month--flour and corn for sale, had to sell to govt.--will sell barrels of pork and beef--difficulties getting salt--doubts Lanphier will come to work this spring--who to leave to manage housekeeping in his absence?--Bishop not trustworthy and Milly Posey away from home-will sell negroes at private sale--meeting among Loudon draftees--[John Parke] Custis not returned from Williamsburg--Mrs. Custis and children not heard from--sickness among people--Jack and Sylla distressed at parting--lambs died--mare sent by [Col.] Lewis still sick.","Persuaded Lanphier to work by promising him a portion of corn crop and wool in place of money--much plank wasted by his delay--difficulties of getting their privateer into action--difficulties with draft law in county [Fairfax]--volunteer scheme hasn't worked--reassures Washington he will not leave his employ or hold him for higher wages while he is away leading army--Custis returned from Williamsburg--feeling against R[ichard] H[enry] L[ee] for his supposed scheming against Washington--will make molasses, sugar, Rum from corn next fall-won't attempt tobacco--breeding mare.","Breeding mare--Weaver captured deserter, thus is exempt from serving in army, but he's been let go because of high wages demanded--bargain with Triplett--Blair's bond--money put in Continental Loan office--rents collected from tenants in Loudon and Fauquier--Sam[uel W-n] collected some in Westmoreland--will come to camp after shad is put up for coming year--will send Washington's accounts by Col. Fitzgerald if he leaves first--covering horse thin--progress made on privateer \"General Washington\"--Lund expresses his faith in the ship and encourages Washington to keep his share.","Received letter by Gen. Woodford--can't sell negroes with their consent--negroes from Crawford innoculated with smallpox--getting in shad--covering horses--[John Parke] Custis in New Kent for elections--if not elected He'll come to camp with Lund--corn to sell--money in Loan office--Mercer land and Blair's bond.","Blair's bond--he and Mr. Custis set out for camp next week--Custis elected in Fairfax county--Col. Bassett innoculated for smallpox--less shad put up than expected--stopped running early--\"the Crabs, Thorns, Cedars \u0026c which we planted this Spring for Hedges appear to be all living. The Locusts at the North End of the House are all putting out I believe not one of them are dead, the variety of Trees at the South End are also alive, most of them I hope will live ...\"--ship \"George Washington\" launched--but in mud in Occoquan--loan office certificates--Lanphier worthless, refuses to work--\"I wanted much to get the Window finish'd in the Pediment that I might have the garret Passage plaister'd \u0026 clean'd out before Mrs. Washington returns - beside this the scaffling in the Front of the House cannot be taken away before it is finished - This prevents me from putting up with the Steps to the great Front Door ...\"--Sickness--will bring letter to Mrs. Washington.","Rain and his indisposition prevented his going to camp by now--[John Parke] Custis not to go, must go to assembly--Capt. Triplett's health forces him to resign commission.","John Parke Custis, stepson of George Washington, wrote to George Washington who was at Valley Forge about various aspects of the war.  He notified him that the Virginia legislature passed bills to help raise troops, the arrival of a French ship carrying uniforms and military supplies, and a note to his mom. Docketed by George Washington. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.","No word from G.W. in 2 posts--conditions of plantations under Davenport \u0026 Hill--breeding of cattle from Custis' English bull--wet summer--crops of corn, timothy and wheat--no workmen found but Lanphier \u0026 his man--making molasses from corn stalks--\"old Billy Harding wants to rent part of the Land you Bought of Mercer on four mile Run ...\"","Will try to buy Barry's and Marshall's land for G.W.--which negroes to sell?--sorry G.W. must forgo buying lands because of losses from farms under his (Lund's) management--wheat crop almost total loss--(the fly)--prepares to plant tobacco--ditching mill swamp--drowning in mill race of valuable slave Cooper James--Carpenter James injured with axe--received £200 from Capt. Lewis for Phaeton--sold flour to Boston for good price (scarsity there)--suggests G.W. speculate in wheat, sell flour at high prices--Wm. Roberts the miller, his merits \u0026 weaknesses for drink, \u0026 advises not to hire him again--mill race, tumbling dam at Piny \u0026 Dogue Run gate \u0026 dam which Roberts repaired or built--discusses building houses for prospective tobacco crop--campaign in Rhode Island \u0026 departure of Fr. admiral, Lord Howe \u0026 Johnstone--cleared money in pork--can't get workmen to assist Lanphier--\" ... if so the coverd ways will not get done ... \"--sickness among people--good pastures--took paper from G.W.'s trunk, can't get any in Alexa.--letter from Wm. Roberts enclosed.","Relays problems with recruiting for the army, currency depreciation and counterfeiting, land purchases in northern Virginia, and the management of Mount Vernon.","Resigned commission because of ill health--also, \"Would my health admit of my continueing in the Service, I could not Consistent with the Character of an Officer or Soldier by any Means Submit to have younger Officers placed over me.\"","Letter from Caleb Gibbs, commander of the Commander-in-Chief's Guard, to Royal Flint, assistant commissary of purchases, requesting a quarter cask of wine for His Excellency George Washington at Head Quarters. Signed by Gibbs with note that the cask of wine was received.","Concerned with auditing of army accounts ... Lewis, informed of a balance in his favor, requests Washington to order the Paymaster Gen. to honor this balance ... nonpayment of debts will injure him as well as the Public Service …","Invoice for beer, wine, bacon, sugar, and \"1 box directed to Mrs. Washington,\" etc.","Military intelligence--reports movement of British fleet and army in New York.","Requests George Washington's advice whether to sell Eastern shore lands because of heavy taxes and can get no one to live there \u0026 work them--rumors of truce to be offered by British King--appreciates Washington's advice on draining low grounds [at Abingdon] to prevent tidal floods--poor corn crops and depreciation of paper money--everyone paying old debts in paper money--purchase of Alexander's land--army's success at Stony Point. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","John Parke Custis writes to George Washington from his Abingdon regarding an offer of seventy five pounds for his property on the Eastern Shore of Virginia - is confident he can get more. Custis himself is considering purchasing Philip Alexander's land at a tempting price. Expresses his pleasure and congratulatory wishes on the arrival of Count d'Estaing's on the American coast. Custis reluctantly addresses a misunderstanding between himself and Colo. Bassett regarding the valuation and care of Washington's forty-seven head of cattle at Clairborne's plantation in King William County, Va. (part of Martha Washington's dower lands that Washington leased to John Parke Custis in 1778). Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","List of cattle on George Washington's plantation in King George County in the hand of John Parke Custis. The front of the document lists forty-seven cattle including eighteen \"Young Cows\" of the \"common breed \u0026 small,\" sixteen heifers of the \"English Breed,\" three steers, and ten \"best work Oxen.\" The reverse of the lists cattle valued by Colo. Bassett 'last fall.' Autograph document, 2 pages.","John writes how the new plantation needs constant attention, but would be \"very advantageous to your Estate in the Neck, and will add much to the Prospect from the House.\"","Enclosed is letter to Mr. Fras Gallibert, French merchant prisoner at N.Y., to be forwarded to him--his health improves, but George [Lewis'] is poor--George settles on Frederick cty. land; will Washington sell some of his land adjoining?--no news from Charles Town [Charleston, S.C.]--Gen. Woodford moving Va. troops there-\"will not the Irish demands of a fair trade operate to our advantage?\"","Bill addressed Master George Washington--total £297.6.0 Va. Curr.--bill for broadcloth, buttons, silk, thread, dressed leather for making coat and waistcoat.","Showed Col. Bassett his letter, but doesn't know whether he's complied with it--concern over no news from Charlestown [S.C.]--feeling among gentry and people at large regarding congress's recommendation regarding currency--he and Col. Mason expect to be elected to assembly with no opposition.","Incloses Philadelphia paper announcing news of a victory in the south [King's Mountain ?].","Receipts and certificates collected for supplies and horses requisitioned last Jan.--Will Washington appoint someone to examine and approve them as per law of state of N.J. which he incloses?","Mortified at actions of [Va.] legislature--wishes to resign his public office but feels it his duty to continue in legislature to express his protests at their actions--emission of 10 million pounds immediately--action between Cornwallis and Genl. Greene--Greene has won universal esteem for his conduct.","Sends boots Washington ordered from his shoe factory--invites Washington to visit again--sorry to hear Mrs. Washington is ill--suggests she spend summer in Wethersfield rather than go back to Va.--hogshead of boots being sent to Col. Sheldon.","John Parke Custis writes to Washington relieved to hear that his mother Martha Washington is back in good health. His family is suffering from an epidemic that his stricken many family members with his youngest son being dangerously ill. Custis apprises Washington of his current circumstances in dealing with a dispute of monies owed to Robert Alexander for land purchase includes a copy of a notice dates 26 May 1781 [see RM-1188.004]. Reports of damages by British troops to nearby neighbors properties including Colo. Bassett. Fortunately, Custis' home and property were unaffected. He is pleased to inform Washington of accounts of 'our Countrymen do not want Spirit or Inclination to join the Marquiss,' with forty-six men from the county volunteering for service. Custis himself has provided clothes and horses for two volunteers. Reports that Genl. Nelson was appointed governor with the assembly granting him very great powers to support the war. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.","On 26 May 1781 John Parke Custis notifies \"To All Persons whom it may concern\" a dispute between Robert Alexander and himself regarding the purchase of land and monies owed by Custis to Alexander. Custis appoints Charles Simms as his lawful attorney in the matter. Custis proposes four options to rectify the dispute and if none are disagreeable, Custis' attorney will authorize a payment of forty eight thousand pounds current money. Autograph document, pages. Docketed in the hand of George Washington. Document included in Custis' 11 July 1781 letter.","Death of his father [Fielding Lewis]--father's will directs Dismal Swamp lands and others to be sold-estate in debt--give opinion on accepting credit and also description of land--mother [Betty Lewis] and family well--\" ... as well as is the old Lady-forwards letter from Havana.","Detailed description of Dow's land on Cameron Run--Mrs. French will never consent to exchange land--G.W. anxious to have her land--Mrs. W. goes to Mr. Digges across river in company of Dr. Stewart (Stuart)--[Mrs. French's land is between Epsewasson and Little Hunting Creeks, part of Union Farm].","Received letters and will forward them to England--will forward Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd's letters under protection of Washington's.","Lund encloses [Benj.] Dulany's letter concerning Mrs. French's landand Mr. and Mrs. D. agrees to sale of land.","Lund writes about further efforts to exchange Dow and French lands, maybe Mrs. F. can be persuaded to trade Manley's land (adjoining French's), and has purchased Dow's land to bargain with Mrs. F along with a description of land.","Lund writes about how the sale of Custis horses didn't take place although Col. Dandridge offers both to G.W. in exchange for giving up two years payments from Dandridge's estate, both as covering horses may repay quickly and one may do for the turf.","Lund writes about how Dow wants payment for land made in Philadelphia and will try to collect rents to repay what G.W. has borrowed. He will also get Gilbert Simpson [on Washington's western lands] to try to get money and James Cleveland to collect debt for Col. Wm. Crawford.","Lund writes about various aspects of the family and the famrs including that he believes there is peace in King's speech to Parliament, horses suitable as chariot horses (will get horse [from Custis estate]), shoats only doubled in size, very disappointing, bank froze all winter, grapevinesand apple trees, someone cutting timber on G.W.'s land, Custis's legal title to Alexander's land [Abingdon], and that children at Abingdon are well, will come to Mt. V. to stay some time.","Lund writes on how the crops are short and other financial matters.","Lund writes about the amount of wheat from each farm and how few will sell wheat, expecting price to go up because of the peace treaty with Britain.","Letter by Betty Lewis--hurt at not hearing from him during afflictions--husband and brother Sam died within 3 weeks of each other and she has been ill--\" ... My Dear Brother was there not one half our you could spare to write a few lines to an only Sister whoe was laboring under so mutch affliction both of Body and mind ...\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, integral address panel. Docketed by George Washington.","Unsuccessful in collecting rents--tenants over the ridge will pay as soon as specie is in circulation among them--they have good crops--Mr. Throckmorton undesirable tenant because he would put negroes and overseer on land, lowering quality--describes tenants and plantations--tenants on this side the ridge in bad shape, can't pay--new cook, Richard Burnett ill, very good industrious fellow, but complains of being lonely--refuses to mix with negroes--[Pitman] best kitchen gardner they've had--kiln for drying wheat--Dow's land--Washington's house in Alexandria--Dr. Stuart to build in Alexandria--got negro from Norfolk where he's been since seige of York.","Sends Washington a pamphlet lately out on a political issue--she recommends it as disinterested and sensible--\"Some say there is no Cincinnatus in existence; I think there is.\"","The drawing was known to George Washington who sent it to Tobias Lear on 22 December 1794, describing it as \"the sketch which has been presented to me by Mr. Claiborn, of the new method of lowering and raising boats without locks.\" Washington had received a letter from Claiborne in 1784 in which he discussed navigable rivers to the west; whether Claiborne sent the drawing at that time is uncertain. It could also have been given to Washington in early December 1794 when he and Claiborne met together in Philadelphia, or sent in a follow-up letter Claiborne wrote on 16 December 1794.","\"Inclosed I have Sent you my Fathers letters wharein you will See his intention Before his death, of releiving me out of my distressis, Occasioned by my Youthfull Folley\"--requests a loan--now in jail.","Lewis, surveyer of Rockingham County, informs W. that he can find no record of registration of land on \"Little Kanaway\" by Col. [William] Crawford--lands on Ohio and Shurtee [Chartier] are regestered-Michl. Cresap disputes this--most of land in newly formed Mononghela county, should make inquiries there--receives condolences on death of brother [Gen. Andrew Lewis?]--death of Fielding Lewis--.","Little news regarding Washington's Ohio lands and plantations under Simpson--can't write what he heard in a letter--David Bradford, lawyer, has news of lands, enclosed copy of his letter--recommends Bradford as good agent for Washington's business there--people in Washington's Bottom on Ohio leaving after hearing he is to assert claim--rumor that Washington's land there has been recently surveyed among large tracts by Pa. People for sale in Philadelphia--people should be warned of a fraud--leaves west as soon as his [Lewis'] land is surveyed.","Incloses draft of a deed to be executed by Col. Bassett--will accomplish his business at next general court.","Wishes to clear up title to land bought from father [Sam. Washington]--originally bought from Col. Phil. Pendleton, and title still in Washington's hand--will be at sweet springs when Washington visits his plantation.","Writes by naval officer going to Philadelphia--fatigues of passage to West Indies and here reduced health--hopes to benefit from more settled climate of this place--ships leaving--sends letters to Mrs. Washington and Fanny Bassett by ship for Norfolk.","Affairs of Dismal Swamp Co.--letters from Mr. Jamason, chief manager--intends to advertise meeting in Richmond in Oct.--will Washington do this instead, for greater effect?--agrees to sale of their partnership lands.","His are only letters which have \"... communicated information of my friends.\"--hopes George Washington has recovered from reported sickness--was very ill after passage, and recovers slowly--Physician in Charleston will probably bleed him to relieve pain in head--will remain til April--always tries to act honorably--thanks for money--will return by water which is cheaper--gratitude to his uncle--can't procure acorns and seeds he wants as \"they fall from the Trees early in November.\"--transplanted 50 or 60 of Magnolia and a number of the live Oak to bring with him--\"Miller's description of the Magnolia cannot be two highly embellished--there is a Species of them called the bay Laurel but none that I have yet heard of under the denomination of the Umbrella, from the discription I have had of it, it will not answer Your purpose I presume, as it is said not to exceed the height of 6 or 7 feet--it may rather be considered a shrub.\"","Major Washington has remained with them since January, and though he wishes he could say his health was improved by the Southern climate, he fears \"his disorder is too inflexible to be remov'd by mere Change of Climate.\"","Lists number of shares owned by individuals, including G. Washington, 1 share.","Bill for plank and shingles, total amount £87.9.0.","Acknowledges receipt of a gross of bottles (probably rye whiskey) and discusses the purchasing of shares of Potomac Company stock.","John informs George that during a recent visit to Mount Vernon a \"great Coat of yours\" and book became mixed-up with his own belongings. John then discusses one of George Washington's notable entrepreneurial activities - the breeding of mules. Seeking to emulate his brother, John suggests that George send one of his \"Jack Asses\" to Bushfield, John's plantation, to breed with his mares.","Jefferson requests information about David Bushnell's \"submarine navigation\" experiments during the American Revolution.","Sends him live oaks plants and acorns of live oak and water oak--also seeds and plants of laurel tree.","Account from April 1786 - Dec. 1788, for various medicines and spices.","Glad to receive news of Mt. Vernon--will enquire about a she-ass--the Secretary and General Nelson most likely to have one--Mr. Bassett gave him box to convey safely to Mt.Vernon--not finished copying letters--will return soon--thanks him for kind invitation [to live at Mt. Vernon as manager ?] and hopes he will be equal to the job-- \"... my experience in business but illy qualifies me for embarking on it, but under Your direction and from your example I flatter myself I shall derive insight, and I must hope that my attention and integrity will in some degree make amends for my deficiencies.\"--wrote to inform him of act passed in Richmond to discharge interest certificates on all Loan office warrants issued by the state--Dr. Lamey [Le Mayeur?] to deliver this and shoes--lots in Fredericksbg not sold.","Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed \"Rect. No. 149 Walker Blunt Block Maker\".Bill for £1.3.0.Receipted on April 14, 1786 by Washer Blunt; Endorsed on back by [the officers of the Potomac Company] George Washington, John Fitzgerald and George Gilpin.","Thornton writes to request G.W. to send any papers dealing with Hight [Jost Hite] land, which he bought of his father [Sam. Washington] and is now up for litigation, if turned out, will have to move house he's begun to other of his lands adjoining this.","This agreement between George Washington and Penelope French secured for his use the last piece of property he added to his Mount Vernon estate, a parcel that would become part of Union Farm. French, who had a life in interest in the land and buildings, also leased to Washington the use of twenty-one enslaved people including \"Will, Paschal, Paul, Abraham, Sabine, Rosanna, Daphne, Lucy, Delia, Grace, Tom, Isaac, Robert, Moses, Julius, Spencer, Nancy, Celia, Nell, Mitty, and Lett\", and three young children not named. The agreement stipulated that Washington must ensure the enslaved were \"clothed and fed in the same manner as slaves usually are within this commonwealth and shall not be removed and worked out of the said county of fairfax\", and is \"unreasonably worked or neglected in sickness or treated within humanity\", they would be returned to French.","Thanks to Washington for letter [offering him and Fanny a portion Mt. Vernon land and the stewardship of Mt. Vernon, thus relieving Washington of many duties]--\"Both Fanny and myself are happier in this family than we could be in any other, or I am persuaded in a house of our own, ...\"","Sends wagon down with spelts [wheat-like grain]--one bag spilled-rest sent to care of Wm. Hartshorn in Alexandria--has engaged part of the Poland oats Washington wants and will procure more.","Thanks for timber near Rectertown--unable to come see him because of \"distressed situation\"--clear of debts in Fairfax--sends son with letter--can Washington employ him (son) or get him into business?","Concern over Washington's letter--insists he realizes importance of good education and strives for it--never lets dress or pleasure intervene--does not intend to follow example of his brother Ferdinand.","Williams' bond is counter-signed by William Kerchival. Latter part of document tells of the seizing of Williams' property by the deputy sheriff for not paying rent as bound.","Receipt for £13.2.6 on July 16, 1787 in Washington's hand, signed by Craig. Bill for 6 weeks board for two servants at 25/ each, plus balance of old account--total £13.15.","Has seen coach painter and quotes prices for painting, gilding, etc. the chariot--this is for varnishing coach body and surface polished, with no varnish to be added later--a cheaper mode is painting first and varnishing later--work will take 4-5 weeks--has made no contract with him, nor mentioned names--cannot give price of lining since coach-maker is away--a postscript gives price of lining as £3 exclusive of cloth and lace--quotes price and yardage of lace and cloth.","Receipt from Joseph Cook [Cooke], a Philadelphia jeweler and silversmith, to George Washington for one gold watch chain with an engraved 'cypher' as well as a velvet ribbon. The total sum listed is £9.7.3. Docketed in Washington's writing and dated August 10, 1787. Autograph document signed, with Washington autograph, 1 page.","Invoice to George Washington from R. Sprigg. Receipted for stud fees of mules.","Incloses copy of account requested--will send account from Mr. Payne--is looking for father's [Fielding Lewis] paper of money payable and receivable from Washington--wants lands sold which father owned with Washington--if possible before he goes west this summer--how much can he get for shares in Dismal Swamp Co.?--has Washington heard of plan to drain it?","Lt. [Bezaleel] How[e], who intends to enter an enterprize to some part of the Spanish settlements on the shores of [So?] America, desires a letter from Washington, stating he was an officer of the New Hampshire line and in the Guards--Trumbull recommends him to be a man \"of probity \u0026 honor\".","Begs financial aid--unfortunate marriage ruined him--married again, but can't get wife's inheritance yet--father refuses to help--rented a house in Greensvill \"in this state\" and has to keep a poor tavern--asks for land in Dismal Swamp to live on--will take care of Washington's business there.","Letter discussing Washington's previous note inquiring if Thomas Lewis would serve as his land agent.","Political situation in Conn.--Gen'l Assembly of Conn. passing resolves for organizing Congress under new constitution--will appoint electors in Jan., \"this appointment the Assembly have retained in their own power - thinkg it more likely to be exercised with judgment \u0026 discretion than it would be to be entrusted in the hands of the people at large\"--Senators elected--Representatives to be chosen by people--mentions circular letter from N.Y. state convention--few discordant notes in Conn. assembly--no disagreement over president, but over vice-president--desires Bowdoin for office, since Adams is talked of for Supreme Court--asks after [David] Humphreys.","Asks Washington's advice and aid--his father's estate [John A. Washington] is in danger of being sued by Dr. Stewart for nonpayment of a bond--this was given to aid uncle Sam [Washington] and now Charles, [Sam's executor] won't pay--doesn't want to sue uncle Chas.--Nancy [Anne Blackburn, his wife] sends love--mares being brought down, will pay for season.","Bushrod to move to Alexandria--can't keep up plantation and practice law too--prefers law--can sell land and negroes to discharge debts due from his father's estate--has rented his land on advantageous terms--Mother will remain at Bushfield--desires Washington's approval--bearer, Mr. Packet goes to Alexandria to inquire about rent of houses.","Conn requests that Washington pay the bearer (John Middleton) 3 pounds \"which the Revd Mr. D. Griffith subscribed for you towards repairing the Church etc.\" Receipted and witnessed by Ricahrd Burnet Walker on verso.","Encloses Mr. Cowper's letter respecting N. Carolina land--Mr. Cowper only one who wants land and can pay for it--desires Washington to agree to sell to Cowper because estate of [Fielding Lewis] needs money from sale of lands to pay debts--he leaves for Kentucky next week, and cannot bargain further--has found bill for £50 drawn by executors of Wm. Armistead.","Declines with thanks Washington's offer of a house rent free [in Alexandria ?]--has no office or outbuildings--might be unhealthy--glad Washington approves of decision to give up farming--conscious of competition legal in Alexandria--he and Nancy [Ann, wife] will be at Mt. Vernon after Christmas.","Armistead's Bill of exchange--made no fixed price in offer of Carolina land to Mr. Cowper--asked what it is worth--has heard land is in bad shape and may be sold for taxes--Mr. Riddick and Mr. Godwin attend to paying this--other land bought not assessed--maybe hard to find land in Kentucky--will give Washington best intelligence of it he can.","Bond of £1000 for 5000 acres of land in Kentucky.","\"For putting in Buckwheat. Receipted by Peter Pool with an \"\"X\"\" mark.\"","This is a petition to George Washington requesting a pardon of Margaret Stone. Citing the facts that Stone is about forty years old, mother of seven children, and it is her first offense, the undersigned [including Lund Washington and Peyton Randolph] request a pardon.","Thanks for kind offer, but had already rented an office--will repair [Washington's] stable for use--accepts offer of hay--hard to get it and expensive in [Alexandria].","Expresses thanks for Washington's goodness--realizes bad condition of their estate--great need for clothes--have a servant stop by Mr. Hanson's for some things to be repaired.","Thanks for unmerited kindness and attention--will pay respects at Mt. Vernon before Washington leaves for N.Y.--sure he will accept the presidency despite preference for Mt. Vernon--\"... it is the general opinion of the Friends to the New Government, that if you decline being at the head of it, It never can, or will take effect\"--returns to London in a few months where he does business under the firm of Donald \u0026 Burton.","Explains inability to answer sooner--will see the land he mentions and give his idea of its value. [This is probably land Washington was considering buying from John Dandridge in Gloucester County.]","Reports that his nephew Lund Washington, heard in Stafford County that people were saying \"we shoud have a very pretty President at the head of our new Government one who had pd of his Debts within the time of the war with paper money altho it had been lent to him in specia.\"--Col. [George] Mason responsible--believes Mason's son-in-law started it.","Washington's letter to him delayed--Gen. Nelson's illness--has seen land Washington is interested in buying--encloses sketch of it taken from old survey--description of land--4 mi. from Gloucester C.H.--\"a good, not a fine piece of land\"--[Sketch of land is enclosed].","2 copies - one retained copy in Warner Lewis' hand. Another contemporary copy in another hand with the docket, \"From Warner Lewis Esqr. 11 March 1789 (Copy). Original sent to John Dandridge Esqr. 26th March 1789\".","2 copies - one retained copy in Warner Lewis' hand. Another contemporary copy in another hand with the docket, \"From Warner Lewis Esqr. 11 March 1789 (Copy). Original sent to John Dandridge Esqr. 26th March 1789\".","In answer to letter of 26th Inst, mentions caution regarding getting ready--is prepared to go with mother and Mrs. Willis on Thurs, or Fri. to Mt. Vernon--remains there till the horses return for his Aunt--hopes to find him at Mt. Vernon when he arrives.","Unable as yet to get information on lands Washington is interested in--goes to New Orleans in 2 weeks--\"I have seen a very extrordinary publication in a Fredericksburg Paper wherin mention is made of Gen. W-ks-n [James Wilkinson ?] having prepared a fleet of 25 Boats some of them armed with three Pounders and maned with 150 men who intend fighting their way down the Mississippi into the Gulph of Mexico. It is very extrordinary how such a report coud have taken its rise as Ge. W-ks-n is now here and intends down the River at the same time as I do, with only five or six Tobacco [ ] instead of 25 armed Boats.\"--sends some \"pecaun\" nuts from New Orleans--Indians doing mischief--but lands settling fast despite scalpings--price of corn--returns to Mt. Vernon in August.","Solicits money from Washington for erection of a Methodist Episcopal church in Alexandria--contributions have been slow--names prominent Alexandrians who have contributed--wishes him a good journey to the north.","PA list of accounts addressed to His Excellency Gen. Washington Esq. from the firm of Pope and Cadle, who sold lace, silk, and other hosiery at 12 William Street, New York. The document shows that on April 30, the day of his inauguration, Washington purchased 3 hat tassels. In May, he purchased 3 pairs of white silk hose and 28 yards livery lace. A note at the bottom states that one pair of hose was for Tobias Lear, who paid for them separately.","It is likely that the hat tassels purchased on Inauguration Day were for Giles and Paris, enslaved men who rode and drove the horses that pulled Washington's carriage.","Delivered his letter and package to Mrs. Washington--has arranged for Mrs. Washington's trip to N.Y.--hired [Gabriel] Van Horn \u0026 Co. to drive her--tries to allay her fears at driving with strange horses and coachman--gives charges for trip.","Mr. Fenwick, bears a gift of a small 2-deck ship which will act as a chimney piece of a large room before a looking glass.","He is sending a sermon preached a year ago which is appropriate today--\"When you removed from my house, your goodness allowed me to be conversant in your family as a domestic for some months, before the College was removed to Concord\".--lauds Washington's religious attitudes and Christian behavior.","Receipt for inoculating fruit trees.","According to Washington's directions he has pd. Col. Hooe £700 in part of debt due heirs of Co. Colville by Th. Montgomerie, Adam Stewart and Cumberland Wilson--will make payments of £500 and £250 soon--\"The Laws both of Maryland \u0026 Virginia authorized me to pay current money at the par of exchange in discharge of Sterling Debts and in the manner Col. Hooe received his money.\"","He has been down the Ohio--found a settlement on the Kanawa under James Neal of Frederick County, who patented 2200 A.--he persuaded them they had no right to the land, since it was in center of land surveyed for officers of Washington's old Va. regt. [Fr. \u0026 Ind. War]--they agree to buy it cheap if it will be sold, because their settlement has increased value greatly of land--people won't settle unless there's a settlement already there--he has power of attorney to make a settlement for Neal.","Mares such as Washington wants can be had for £25 specie--doesn't know cost of sending them to Virginia--his commission for procuring them would be 10%.","Requests loan of about £300 to pay outstanding debts on estate of Mr. Aylett, his wife's first husband [she was Elizabeth Dandridge Aylett Henley, Mrs. Martha Washington's sister]--will give land and negroes as security.","Expresses gratitude for \"your powerful friendship\" in appointment of Mr. Meredith.","Received intimation this morning from Gen. Lincoln, so renewed request made in Philadelphia.","£11.5.0 for shoeing horses, \"a new handel \u0026 ring for a fork,\" and \"to drogs an doctren the whet hors head\".","Betty writes that George Augustine Washington, Bushrod and Corbin are there to help settle Mary Washington's estate--Bushrod says she's to have no part of the slaves [of Mary Washington's estate]--discusses division of her property--doctor's bills high--Col. Ball thinks crops will pay off debts of estate. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Has purchased 2 bay mares for Washington--sends them down next week--with good care, they will be satisfactory next year.","He was manager for Col. George Mercer's estate in Frederick County when it was sold by Washington--Jas. Mercer kept scolding him and complaining of bad management of farms--Mr. Snickers had written letter to Jas. Mercer maligning his conduct--Capt. Ed. Snickers nailed up his cornhouse door and threatened to serve a writ on him--he was going to bring suit against Mr. Mercer for this treatment, but the war intervened--before war, tried to settle dispute but Mercer refused and he brought suit--sends Washington copy of affadavit--Washington, he is informed, means to bring suit against him for damage--lists a number of questions, seeking testimony of Washington in the suit against Mercer.","Has recorded deed of the land in Gloucester to Washington for the £800 offered.","Waited until recess of Congress to bother Washngton with another letter--the Gloucester county land, is not worth £800--John Nicholson of Gloucester is interested in leasing the land on back creek [sic]--Nicholson has asked several questions about the land so passes them on to Washington.","Written at Wilmington, Middlesex County, Massachusetts. The letter expresses the author's laudatory and religious feelings about Washington. This letter was presumably once in the Washington papers.","Seeks settlement for payment for his services as manager of Col. George Mercer's plantations in Frederick County--will acceed to arbitration--puts queries to Washington on his management of the farms, the answers will be put as proof--claims Col. Ed. Snickers cast aspersions on his character--sends letter to Clerk of district court of Fredericksburg.","She is sick in strange city and begs food for self and fatherless child--late husband (Col. John White's) acct. can't be settled until Congress meets--Col. Alexander Hamilton knows her character and situation.","She suffers in prison without heat or bed, with her child, Kitty White--deceased husband's (Col. John White's) daughter has had her imprisoned to give an account of his property which wouldn't pay his debts--she cannot give security until she can write to Georgia and explain the business.","Glad he's returned safely from eastern tour--breeding mares extremely hard to come by--only the wealthy have them and they prize them highly--Adam Reigart is looking in Lancaster Cty, Mr. Baltzer Spangler searching in the county--will try to send mares to Mt. Vernon before Jan.--compliments to Mr. Lewis and rest of family.","Letter signed by Fenwick Mason and addressed to His Excellency George Washington Esq. President of the United States of America. It refers to various wines ordered by the President for entertaining, including \"26 dozen claret and 12 dozen vins de grave.\"","Bill of lading for \"dix huit Caisses de Vin en bouteille\"--shipped aboard the ship \"Le Jean Jacques de St. Malo,\" captain Le Grand.","Encloses a copy of letter from Adam Reigart--sorry so many difficulties have been encountered in finding mares--Mr. Spangler's report not favorable either--has engaged another man--will remain at home 3 or 4 weeks--will write Mr. Miller, mentioned in Reigart's letter--Mrs. Reigart's death and daughter's illness.","Explains why his brother wrote Washington twice on same subject--he [brother] goes to Berkeley to try to discover documents to defend title to his land--Bushrod apologizes for not writing, but injured his hand badly--apologizes for applying for federal job [district attorney of Va.], had thought Supreme Court made nominations, not the president, and he realizes position Washington was put in--congratulations of the season.","Bill for shoeing horses and for bottles of ointment during period Jan. 11-June 15 1790.","At Mr. Nicholson's request, Warner sends a copy of a letter he wrote several months ago, supposing the first was lost in the mail.","Meteorological account--work done on each farm, giving division of labor--work days lost by sickness--stock on each farm--work of ditchers, coopers, and joiners and carpenters--amount of grain ground at mill. Includes putting up post and rail fence around the vineyard.","A list of furniture, including sofas, mirrors, chairs, draperies, miscellaneous small furnishings, lamps, china (Sevres). Used in the New York house; total £665.14.6.","[John?] Fairfax wants higher wages than £25 per annum [as overseer]--will probably leave at end of year--difficulty in finding reliable overseers for the salary--thinks Mr. [James] Bloxham's wages (£40) too high--he's not any better than any overseer in the country--suspects him of embezzling funds from ferriages--Fairfax would like to have Bloxham's job at the high salary, but G.A.W. has discouraged him--but he's a good overseer--recommends removing James from carpentering house to act as an overseer--white overseers expensive--remove Davy to Dogue Run and Will to Muddy Hole--hasn't told the Farmer [Bloxham] yet of plans to oust him--G.A.W. goes to Berkeley for his health--wheat and tobacco crops--flour ground and the prices it will bring--new bolting cloth in place, will enable superfine flour to be made--Mr. Wilson to send his corn to the mill--prices in Alexandria high--will increase crops of pease, potatoes, carrots as Washington desires--Ehler appears industrious and able [German gardner]--\"I have replaced in the Shrubberies the Dogwood Red Bud Sasafrass Laurel and Crabapples - the Ivy have almost entirely died under both walls - among the shrubs some of these shall be interspersed\"--Muse's account with Washington--very cold weather endangers grain crops--barley has suffered much.","For colouring and bordering 2 rooms and mending one room £8.5.0.","Meteorological Account--work done on each farm, giving division of labor--work days lost by sickness--stock increase and decrease for each farm--work of ditchers, coopers, joiners and carpenters--amount of grains ground at mill. Includes \"lathing and shingling the shed of the Barn Yard.\"","Paid account to Porter \u0026 Ingraham, after satisfying himself they were valid--will no more let mares or jennets be taken away from Mt. Vernon before being paid for breeding with Jacks--rest of mares from Mr. Zantzinger have come--encloses his letters [see letters of March 9 \u0026 14, P. Zantzinger to G.A.W.]--is making inquiries for person to take Fairfax's place as overseer--son of James DeNeil is no good in job at Dr. Stuart's--Mr. Gevins is good, but wants his own plantation when Fitzhugh lets him go--has had application from Anthony Whiting, an Englishman, who seems to know the whole business but wants 40 Guineas--gave Gen. Cadwallader as reference--has given Mr. Bloxham his notice and he wants to leave immediately--Davy doesn't want to go to Dogue Run as overseer--pleads his recent jaundiced condition as reason--Will not as good as Davy, but considers him for Muddy Hole--gives number of hogsheads of tobacco prized--Gardener [Ehler] laments no cabbage seed came with other seeds and buckwheat from Biddle--he's fond of flowers but promises to attend to more practical things--\"The posts which stood against the Barn, at the Mansion house I had put within shortly after you left Home.\"--too wet to complete fencing at Deep Run--when Bishop Green went away, secured the house--they are living at place of Col. McCarty's where Mrs. Barnes formerly lived--dampness delays and hampers sowing--a severe sickness among horses and mules--fluctuating wheat prices--sold all on hand, gives prices taken.","Hasn't written him since he left because he's so busy--asks her uncle to please send her a guitar [\"gettar\"], as all the young ladies are learning music, and it is very simple to learn--a man named Tracy teaches the gettar and harpsichord lessons--hears he and aunt are coming home this summer.","One page of accounts between the President's household in New York and local confectioner Joseph Corre. Includes purchases of macaroni, bitter almonds, caraway seed, and ice cream. On April 15, the President's household purchased \"dinner drest,\" when John and Abigail Adams, John Jay, and Thomas Jefferson dined with him. \"Dinner drest\" was ordered again on April 29 when Washington dined with a group of senators.","Signed by Joseph Corre and docketed on verso.","Received his assent to agreement between Dr. Stuart and Alexander on Custis estate--glad it's to be compromised even if injurious to Custis estate--had Custis paid in legal currency, transaction would have been legal--high court of chancery may put price anywhere from £48,000 to £8,000--if the higher figure, would ruin the estate for the Custis children--Col. George Mason considers his appointment an insult, because he never approved of the govt.--but Mr. Hector Ross thinks Mason's acrimony against the Constitution is much abated--Mason dislikes \"pomp \u0026 parade\" in N.Y.--\" ... swearing by G-d that if the President was not an uncommon Man we should soon have the Devil to pay. but hoped \u0026 indeed did not fear so long as it pleased God to keep him at the Head - but it would be out of the power of those Damnd monarchical fellows with the Vice president, \u0026 the Women to ruin the nation.\"--prices high in Alexandria and farmers making money--law passed moving court from Alexandria but another to be passed moving it back--Roger West thrown out of Assembly--Lund's eyes very bad--snowing hard now--wheat crops looking good--describes Washington's stand of wheat at field at Morris, Frenches and the Ferry--hopes to see Washington and Mrs. Washington in summer at Mt. Vernon--\"No person has an idea but that you must remain at the head of the Government so long as you Live. Which I pray God may be with some degree of Comfort and satisfaction to yourself, for I have no doubt but your fatigue, trouble \u0026 vexation is very great.\"","Report of the death of her son Lawrence's first wife (Susannah Edmundson) in child-birth. Settlement of Mary Ball Washington's estate. Asks about her son, Robert, who was serving as Washington's personal secretary.","Blacksmith's bill for shoeing General Washington's horses and making a bolt for a [coach]--part itemized, part lumped together: \"To shoeing \u0026 repairing shoes \u0026c of 11 horses for 2 months ... \"--included are \"Two charges for shoeing a gray mare not entered ... being for T. Lear.\" Receipted by Cliland on September 27.","Report of work done on each farm during the week, including report of amount of grain ground at mill, sickness among negroes, increase and decrease in cattle, work of ditchers. Autograph document, 4 pages, in hand of G. A. Washington, docketed by George Washington, \"From Maj. Geo. A. Washington 20th Aug. 1790,\" docketed in another hand \"Report Aug. 1790 Mt. Vernon,\" laminated, watermark (F. Hayes \u0026 crown over encircled heraldic device).","Safe arrival of Will--expected him home at Mt. Vernon sooner--his great anxiety to do right in Washington's affairs--considering moving Anthony Whiting to place occupied by Fairfax when he goes--estimate of Whiting's capabilities and character--Garner [Wm. Gardener, overseer of the River Plantation?] is leaving too, wants higher wages--Mr. Gwin in Alexandria has recommended a young boy of respectable family to take Garner's place--he has had no experience--no family--George A. Washington disagrees with Washington's theory of having all married men--cheaper to have single one--work terms of new overseer--wheat and buckwheat--corn seed sent from New York good--corn crop--\"... a piece of wood of the kind and dimensions you denoted shall be prepared ...\"--very little ice left--Peter and Godfrey busy with small odd jobs--mares in pasture are mischievous and troublesome--terrible rain storm and winds delay work--corn broken down--weather warm until yesterday--very cool--red corn George Washington sent destroyed by insects, dying in the hill--pumpkin seed from Col. Platt's prizes he thinks will flourish.","For a newspaper subscription--\"To Sub to Daily Advn. from the 1st May 17[illegible] [to] this day is 1 Year \u0026 4 months @48[illegible] To Advr [illegible] £4.[illegible].\"","Meteorological account -- work done on each farm, giving division of labor -- work days lost by sickness -- stock increase and decrease -- work of ditchers, coopers, joiners and carpenters -- amount of grain ground at mill. Includes work on new barn and stables at Mansion House.","Meteorological account -- work done on each farm, giving division of labor -- work days lost by sickness -- stock increase and decrease -- work of ditchers, coopers, joiners and carpenters -- amount of grain ground at mill. Includes work on new barn and stables at Mansion House.","Washington's sister mentions his recent trip to Rhode Island, inquires about his health, and reports her health problems. She would like to visit Mount Vernon before the Washingtons return to Philadelphia; invites them to visit her. Mentions items left to Washington in their mother's will; the accounts of the estate will be settled soon.","In hand of George Augustine Washington and includes; Meteorological account--work done on each farm giving division of labor--work days lost by sickness--stock increase and decrease--work of ditchers and coopers, joiners and carpenters--amount of grain ground at mill. Mentions making stalls in the sheds of the new barn; also, putting up a post and rail fence to enclose cow-house.","George A. Washington writes about how he didn't write sooner because George Washington had just left Mt. Vernon -- will be more prompt with reports hereafter -- unable to complete the barn for the stock because of many other jobs for Carpenters \u0026 their illness -- some progress made on barn.","Account with David Clark in Philadelphia for repairing the coach, harnesses, halters, and reins over a period of several years.","Receipt for £50 from George Washington by George [Augustine] Washington's hands--for his donation for year 1790 to school in the Alexandria Academy.","Receipted [April] 12 by John Barnes. Account for Feb. 21 and April 2 for Best Bourbon Coffee, amounting to £8.15.4.","A bond detailing a loan agreement between De Barth and Washington. Signed by Washington, De Barth, Peter Miller, and Tobias Lear.","Receipted on [June 2] by H. Burgess. Account includes cotton, linens, gause, etc., amounting to £6.19.1.","Writes to know if Washington arrived safe in Philadelphia--weather has been miserable since he left--Mrs. Stuart here at Mount Vernon, waiting to go over the river--Mr. and Mrs. Lund Washington here yesterday--he is worse--veal lights, supposed to help his eyes, have made them worse.","This document is an account of medical calls and treatments at Mount Vernon, mostly to slaves, from 8 March 1791 - 4 Nov. 1791. \"Paid in full.\" Part of account, which should begin 17 March 1789, is missing.","Harriot thanks her uncle, George Washington, for his letter with advice, and she will heed it--always grateful to him for his care and attention--Cousin [Fanny B. Washington ?] and Major are going down in country and she will stay with Cousin Lee--when Cousin returns Harriot will help her keep house--Mrs. Stuart still here.","This document consists of a listing of the various tenements in Berkeley, Frederick, Fauquier, and Loudon Counties, the location of them, the present tenants, length of lease, and whether tenants were paid up.","Gives partial list of Washington's tenants in Fauquier County with detailed description of status of land they lease, plus amount collected for rent due Dec. 25, 1791.","Respecting trespass on Washington's property--Col. Little detected man loading his wagon with hoop poles and discovered many thousands cut--the trespasser is an overseer to Chas. Alexander--probably much trespass on Washington's lands far from eyes of those who care for his land--discusses legal action against them--\"it requires the eyes of Argus to protect property in this neighborhood\"--enclosure to Mrs. Powell [Elizabeth Willing Powel].","Received letter and expresses thanks for appointment--noted contents of letter to Mr. Muse and received from him all the blank leases and ones already executed with precise accounting of the rents due--great difficulty in collecting rents in Fauquier and Loudon Counties, Virginia--few improvements made there--Berkeley tenants paid rents quickly and have made many improvements--\"Most of those who hold Leases for lives have satisfied me that the lives are still in existance - Others again are uncertain, and say the lives are in Kentucky or Georgia - They have all agree'd to produce certificates of this truth from respectable authority.\"--Amount of rental exceeds what G.A. Washington led him to expect--10% will amply repay him for services--should finish rental rolls shortly--deep snow has prevented communication between Alexandria and this County--Mrs. Lewis has been ill--late fright caused \"premature increase of our family\".","Harriot hopes he arrived safely in Philadelphia--she desires a guitar (\"guittar\") preferably one with keys and strings both--\"they are easier to learn to play on, and not so easy to be out of order, but if one with keys is dearer than without, I shall be much obleiged to you for one with strings.\"--will be easy to learn to play--Mrs. Bushrod Washington has offered to teach her.","For the carriage of a trunk by stage to Philadelphia 12/.","Has decided to try the water at the springs and delay his return to Mt. Vernon a fortnight in struggle to regain his health, unless he hears something unfavorable from Mount Vernon--physician in the county doubts that he is consumptive--his head very disordered by rheumatic or nervous complaints--sends the letter by gentleman to Frederick Town [Winchester].","Received his favor by Howell--deep apologies for not sending his share of money from Mr. Cowper--Lewis used it to extricate himself from difficulties brought about by a bond he signed, but has now the money to send George Washington--will give Howell the money and give account of sale of land--denies he meant to go to Kentucky without paying money.","Has been indisposed--will take Harriot Washington to live with her this winter if she comes well supplied with clothes--last time she was there, Harriot often couldn't appear in public because of a lack of clothes--she (Betty) cannot advance any to her because she is supporting 3 grandchildren and may have more--Fielding very distressed--\"his children would go naked if it was not for the assistance I give him\"--her family has been very sickly this fall--goes to visit daughter Betty Carter in Albemarle--change of air may help--will return in a few weeks.","Sends copy of Mr. Cowper's account--payments not up to date--had expected to have Howell bring Washington full amount of money due him, but was disappointed in sum promised by Col. Fontain--will send it all within a few weeks--Howell brings £212.6.5 1/2--will substitute another bond for one of Dr. French's on which payment not received.","On the subject of George Washington's resignation and whether he really would be as happy in retirement as doing good for his country.","Clendinen introduces, to Washington, King Dequen, leader of the Kascashas, and expresses the chief's intent to prevail \"upon the Chiefs of Many [Indian] Nations to Travel with him to you,... Hoping that we may all become the Same people. Firmly United to Each Others Interests.\"","Rental for 1792 on lands in Berkeley, Frederick, Loudoun and Fauquier Counties,--lists tenants and amounts paid--arrearages for years 1791 \u0026 1792--a note by Lewis explains \"The above arrearages have been collected by the Sheriffs and no Executions returned. I have had them fined, and am to have a final settlement of accounts this week.\"","This documents records the accounts of tenants in Berkley, Frederick, and Fauquier Counties.","Will leave tomorrow to carry out Washington's instructions regarding purchasing Major Harrison's land in Fairfax County adjoining the mill tract--doesn't think the land is very valuable--thanks Washington for horse.","Major Harrison of Loudon now has decided not to sell land--seems an honest man--he will get rid of tenants, but must wait until next Fall--title is not clear and he refuses general warrantee--he wants 40 shillings per acre--wants to wait until Congress adjourns in the Spring and Washington comes to Virginia, for Harrison believes that Washington knows more about the title than he does.","Autograph document, in hand of Anthony Whitting, docketed by G.W., laminated, (not examined for watermark).Papers of George Washington - Reel#2. Meteorological account -- work done on each farm, giving division of labor -- work days lost by sickness -- stock increase and decrease -- work of ditchers and coopers -- amount of grain ground at mill. Also a list of the weights of River plantation hogs and remaining mill hogs. A-283.96 ; A-283.","A report of recent work done at Washington's Mount Vernon estate: Digging and planting, cuttings of weeping willow, cleaning and leveling nursery in vineyard, planting fruit trees and leveling gravel walk, gathering haws [red berries of hawthorn].","This document is a report of the recent work done at George Washington's Mount Vernon estate: Spinning, yarn and stocking yarn, making shirts, stockings. Work done by 10 women, all named.","Report on recent work done at George Washington's Mount Vernon estate: Framing and raising corn house, drawing shingles, making brackets, putting axle tree to carts, mending flax brake and hemp brake -- jointing shingles, making pins, painting, etc. Fragment, docketed by George Washington.A note at end of report, \"I will answer your letter by my nex Report.\"","Washington's farm manager reports the bad conduct of Thos. Green, carpenter -- will not use delegated authority concerning Green, because realizes he is necessary -- good men are hard to come by -- suggests an addition of carpenters, or estate will be a long time in improving -- mentions all the buildings that need to be built or repaired -- wishes farms to look neat -- will put up fences and gates -- suggests moving post and rail fence at Dogue Run to make meadow correspond to fields -- new corn house going up at River farm -- will move Rich's house to Muddy Hole, for David's house likely to be blown down by high wind -- engaged planks and scantling for [Dogue Run] barn from Mr. Kenzie -- Green keeps sawyers about the corn house -- poor Maj. Washington cannot recover, but he doesn't consider himself fatally ill -- G.A. Washington desires him to continue building on his house -- has treated Whitting like a brother -- will keep carpenters on G.A. Washington's house until they run out of work and he will order no more scantling -- has planted hedges of honey locust, French furz, and cedar berries, but sheep eat them -- need nettle fences on each side of hedge to enable it to grow -- hedges must be given much care to grow -- advises English thorn imported for live fences and estimates cost -- Lombardy and weeping willow cuttings planted about the Mansion house fences -- River plantation will be hard to fence -- Mr. Stuart advises water fences there -- a batteau is needed for this -- should it be built in Alexandria or by one of carpenters? -- Mr. Butler and he can carry on the hedging and fencing, including the night work -- grubbing proceeds to line of locust trees below Vineyard -- will make it a year of fencing -- little wool to spin -- spinning sewing thread and candlewick of tow -- Caroline unwell -- bled her -- trouble with Charlotte -- whipped and refuses to work -- claims she hasn't been whipped for 14 years -- will try to make seine twine -- deer destroying trees at mansion house, especially mulberry -- ice house not filled -- Dr. Stuart and young man managing Custis estates take plough to White House to use as pattern -- Mr. Ring present manager -- shorts from mill can be ground over as ship stuff or fed to cattle -- high price of flour in Alexandria.","Concerning her sons Robert and Howell who were with the President in Philadelphia, and her niece, Harriot, who was living with her in Fredericksburg. Also inquires about the price of wheat.","Meteorological account of weather at Mount Vernon -- work done on each farm, giving division of labor -- work days lost by sickness -- stock increase and decrease -- work of ditchers, and coopers -- amount of grain ground at mill -- Also, \"clearing the second Vista.\" -- At end in hand of George Washington is an itemized account of sheep and lambs at each farm. Autograph document, in hand of Anthony Whitting, laminated, 4 pages, docketed by George Washington, watermark.","Report of recent work done at Mount Vernon by 4 men in the gardens: Wheeling gravel and dung into the garden; cutting wood lost by snow; dressing hemp.","Report of work recently accomplished at Mount Vernon by 8 named women: Spinning hemp, stocking yarn and shoe thread; making shirts, sheets and shift, knitting stockings. Fragment, docketed by George Washington.","Report of work recently accomplished at Mount Vernon by 8 named women: Spinning hemp, stocking yarn and shoe thread; making shirts, sheets and shift, knitting stockings.","Report of recent carpentry work done at Mount Vernon: Getting new logs \u0026 gutter piece \u0026 shingles for roof \u0026 chimney of overseers house at Muddy Hole -- \"straching\" the well rope \u0026 fixing it to well -- preparing plow -- \"to drawing the brick kill at dogue Runn\" -- mending shoes -- drawing and jointing shingles -- \"to trying up stuff for Bench plains.\"","Drenching rains, fields flooded, mill race broke again, roads almost impassable--Tayler little to be confided in, has kept horse since the Major is away--mill has plenty of wheat--will try to straighten fence from Manley Bridge to the Mill--snows gone, wheat not damaged, but freezing would cause covering of ice--fences and gates can't go in such wet ground--too wet to paint buildings--mixing paints--will let Green have corn--asks whether to continue work on Major Washington's building--Burwell Bassett says Mrs. Fanny Washington will not go to housekeeping--two ships just passed, will probably take flour from Alexandria--Charles' toe may have to be taken off--has called for Dr. Craik--Caroline made a shift for Sarah Flatfoot--2 sheets cut from Oznaburgh linen for there is no change of them while washing.","Just returned from Westmoreland--denies neglect of Washington's business--would have written had there been further developments in the case--Mr. Lee informed Mr. Hooe of judgement, but no injunction has been applied for--concludes with greetings from Nancy.","In hand of Anthony Whitting, docketed by George Washington including; Report on recent work done at Mount Vernon's several farms: Work done on each farm, giving division of labor -- work days lost by sickness -- stock increase and decrease -- work of ditchers and coopers -- amount of grain ground at mill.","Report on recent work done at Mount Vernon by 9 men and 3 boys: Hanging a gate, repairing fishing boat, dressing timber, giving sizes and amounts of timber -- sawing timber, hauling timber, digging brick earth and making brick yard -- painting -- making a batto [batteaux] for fishing.","This report is on recent work done at Mount Vernon by 4 men: Planting evergreen, cleaning, digging, sowing and planting.","Report of recent work done at George Washington's Mount Vernon estate by 8 women: Spinning tow, \"sown shoe maker Thread,\" stocking yarn, winding twine for seine maker, a shift \u0026 knitting stockings, \"making 13 bax\" [bags?].","Letters were delayed--will meet them at Mt. Vernon early next month--estate in good condition--outstanding debts small--property in Berkeley under ignorant overseer and may have suffered--he hasn't sold the crops there yet--overseer on Fairfax property taking liberties--he has a boat and seine for fishing--Dr. Craik's account discharged by corn and wheat Taylor had for sale--desires to live in Alexandria to enable her children to get better education, but looks to Mr. and Mrs. Washington for the guidance to do this or accept their offer to remain at Mt. Vernon--will continue Mt. Vernon chariot in her service, at their suggestion--\"My dear little Fayette shall be given up to your kind patronage whenever you think proper ...\"--sorry to hear of poor Mr. Anthony Whitting's sickness--will leave April 1 for Mt. Vernon--requests permission to leave Harriot Washington with Mrs. Betty Lewis while she takes a trip to Berkeley--brothers are busy so she will be accompanied to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Joe Foster.","Letter with advertisement came late but will go in next week's paper--intended to write by Cousin Washington [Fanny Bassett] but her stay was short--Harriot needs hat, gloves, and shoes--keeps exact account of everything bought and will send it to Washington--money sent from Philadelphia bought Harriot a dress for the Birthnight, \"it must of appeard particular had I refused to let her go, and her having nothing fit for that Purpose ...\"--requests a ticket to the Washington lottery.","Hasn't heard from home in 5 months, and has contracted many debts--a Quaker has threatened to prosecute--is a student of medicine under Dr. Rush--has no dependence on anyone--asks for $300 until his father sends him money from Virginia--although he is unknown to George Washington, he believes Washington knew his grandfather (Washington's first cousin, Warner)--asks him not to make known his request.","Thanks Washington for his offer to write his father--his father's allowance to him is adequate, but has had no remittance for 5 months--he isn't extravagant--encloses letter from man to whom he owes 5 months board.","Sickness prevented his visiting Washington's lands on the Potomac and lots at Winchester and Bath--must stay to make harvest now--will inspect lands after sowing corn and wheat--Major Harrison has decided not to sell his lands--he thinks prices will rise--encloses draft on Philadelphia man given for rent by a tenant of Washington's--asks for letter giving information on lots in Winchester.","Report of recent work done in the gardens at the Mount Vernon estate by 4 men \"Klening\" in the yard, gardens and \"winne Yart\".","This Farm Report (work done on Mount Vernon farms during the week Aug. 4-10) includes: Meteorological account -- work done on each farm, giving division of labor -- work days lost by sickness -- stock increase and decrease -- work of ditchers and coopers -- amount of grain ground at mill.","Report of recent work done at Mount Vernon by 10 named women spinning yarn and stocking yarn, washing, sewing breeches, knitting stockings.","Recent work at Mount Vernon by 9 men and 3 boys: Putting up bedstead and furniture for it, mending blinds in parlor and mending locks--mending \"Dutch fan\"--felling and flattening stocks--building walls at Dogue Run--\"Plastering weightwashing \u0026 painting at ye Mansion House\"--mending equipment.","Received letter and bank note--recent rain great service to crops--wheat being sown--oxen and horses sick, cause shortage of plows--machine for gathering heads of clover for seed has been found--haying--planting grass-- sent Washington all pamphlets by Capt. Elwood found in his study.","Thanks Washington for money he sent her--will buy nothing unnecessary--\"Aunt Lewis has a very large family at present and a great deal of company, which makes my cloaths ware out much faster than if I was in the country where any thing would do to ware ...\"--Aunt Betty Lewis sent letters to Bob Lewis--Cousin Lawrence [Lewis?] left to go to Bath.","A stock printed shipping bill on which is recorded in manuscript the arrival from London on board the ship George Barclay, John Collet master, one case containing a harpsichord to be delivered to His Excellency General George Washington, President of the United States. The document is signed at the bottom by Bartholomew Dandridge, Jr., one of Washington's nephews and secretaries. Washington bought the instrument for his wife's granddaughter Nelly (Eleanor Parke Custis) who played it at their residence in the capital city and then later at Mount Vernon.","Urges Washington to pick another city for session of Congress other than Philadelphia, where a fatal sickness rages [yellow fever]--suggests tentatively Baltimore or New York, especially the latter.","Dr. Stuart's visit so short, she fears he may not have examined her husband [Lund Washington] well enough -- Lund doesn't want to go to Philadelphia for examinatin and treatment of cancer, for his eyesight is bad, and medicine affects nerves so he needs complete rest -- he is extremely ill.","Assures Washington he has power to call legislative assembly in another city and at another time--quotes laws and Constitution--fears and jealousies in various quarters over a new meeting place--hears accounts that conditions are improving in Philadelphia now from yellow fever epidemic.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Deals with legacy left her by brother George William Fairfax (d. 1787) -- declines to pay any debts against Mrs. Mildred Washington Bushrod's (d. 1785) estate -- her husband (Warner Washington, 1722-1790) was not a legatee -- her children were, but they are married. Autograph letter signed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","Thanks her uncle for the money he sent--she goes to stay with cousin Betty Lewis Carter who has recently lost a child--Mrs. Lewis will come to get her if Mrs. Washington stays at Mt. Vernon this winter and wants her to come there.","Mrs. Martha Washington is awaiting President's word to join him in Philadelphia--very apologetic for troubling him, but wonders can another story be added to the house in Alexandria which George Washington has so kindly put at her disposal?","Expresses gratitude of herself and her husband Mr. Lund Washington for George Washington's part in getting Dr. Gates' opinion -- Gates hasn't arrived in Virginia yet -- Lund's condition growing worse all the time -- can only see light.","Has been in Culpeper all winter with Cousin Betty Lewis Carter--desires enough money for silk jacket and pair of shoes to wear to Birth Night Ball.","Enclosed is deed to be reacknowledged in presence of Mr. Rutherford, as the previous copy is now out of date due to the negligence of Dr. Stuart and Col. Ball--just returned from Berkeley County, seeing Washington's tenants and is on his way to Fauquier whence he will write more fully..","Sends her thanks for the bundle containing such pretty things [probably silk jacket and shoes requested by Harriot in letter of 7 January 1794]--Cousin Bob [Robert] Lewis has lost his little boy [William Burnett Lewis, who had died at the end of November 1793].","Betty writes that Harriot is very pleased with items Washington sent to her from Philadelphia--she is very deserving and takes care of her things--two valuable Negro hands have run away, probably to Philadelphia to be free, and Betty asks her brother's advice in the matter--her next year's crops will be negligible unless they can be returned. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","With apologies for taking up his valuable time, Bushrod sends the draft of an answer on a question having to do with the estate of Mr. George William Fairfax. Bushrod is doing well in law practice in Richmond.","Desires linen and dimity to make petticoats and great coat-- her great coat is so small she can't get it on.","Sends her gratitude for package--wishes for money to make great coat, and for tape and thread for linen--would make coat herself but no tailor will cut it out unless he makes it too--Harriot had borrowed 24 shillings from Aunt Betty Lewis, and asks for Washington's help to repay her.","Has had a bad attack of ague and fever, but is now recovered--thanks Washington for present of a mule--heard news of some dying of yellow fever in Philadelphia again this spring--Harriot received money he had sent her.","Bushrod has word of an injunction against Washington in High Court of Chancery--his answer is needed quickly as the Court sits on 12 May--Bushrod will draw it up and send it to Washington to be sworn to. The injunction deals with suit by Henshaw, arising out of settlement of George Mercer's estate in Virginia.","Introduces Mr. Maund to Washington as carrier of this letter--Bushrod gently reminds the president of his recent letter (22 April) requesting an answer about the suit against him by Henshaw, dealing with estate of George Mercer.","Couldn't write to Washington before with information on his rents, tenants, etc. until High Sheriff of the county handed over rental money--they are enclosed herewith--breeding horses and mules--mentions Washington's lots in Winchester and Bath, and suggests exchange of one of Washington's lots on Potomac for one held by a tenant on the Bullskin in Berkeley--should buy out life leases there from tenant John Dimmett--Lewis fears he might lose land Washington gave him in Stafford because of no clear title.","Washington's letter to Robert Lewis will be carried to him by Cousin [Betty?] Carter who travels to Fauquier--Harriot requests money for summer dresses, or as goods are cheaper in Philadelphia, she would be happy if he would buy them there for her--wants him to know that she does mend her clothing and wear it as long as possible.","Again requests some summer dresses--requests permission to go to Philadelphia to visit brother George Steptoe Washington--Aunt Betty Lewis has ague and fever--she and family go to Berkeley soon--wheat crop is bad in Fredericksburg.","Requests Washington's permission to leave Philadelphia and study law in Berkeley--his actions there are always put under worst possible construction--is in debt now and knows Washington will advance him no more money--says his brother will send money to pay his debts and travel to Berkeley--expresses deep gratitude to Washington.","She thanks Washington for money he sent her to buy summer dresses--and reports that all there are sorry to hear of Washington's accident on his way to Mt. Vernon--she hope he's recovered--Aunt Betty Lewis's family has been ill all summer.","Answers questions Washington raised in letters of 18 May and 18 July respecting his lands to be leased or sold--land on Potomac put up for rent--procured tenant for houses in Bath--rental of lot in Winchester--trouble in buying out leases of tenants in Berkeley--land on Difficult Run--Mr. Muse allowed transfers of leases--money for rents--use of rents to buy out leases of tenants.","Happy to hear Washington is well and cancerous growth on his face is much improved--weather promises very good corn crop--she asks his permission to set her overseer and carpenters to build a corn house--not satisfied with school her children are in as it is too crowded--her son Fayette has been ill.","Lewis writes: \"Casually going into a painter's shop yesterday I there saw some Tent Poles which I was told were for your\" use. Since the usual complaint with these tents is that \"the standards in the middle [are] of a great inconvenience,\" Nicola has submitted a sketch [included] of his own for Washington's consideration.","Writes by Mr. Madison [James ?]--left for Berkeley before receiving answer from Washington because of early conveyance there--has heard Aunt Lewis is ill, but can't go back until Brother George is well enough to take her--very much impressed with new sister [Geo. Steptoe Washington married Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison]--dined with Uncle Charles recently and he is in much better health--refused Mr. and Mrs. [James] Madison's invitation to Philadelphia for fear of angering her dear uncle--thinks Mrs. Madison a charming woman.","Begs Washington for money to buy a stuff skirt and a couple of dark calicoes--she left Berkeley a week ago--Aunt Betty Lewis has been very ill but it recovering.","Lewis writes that the Berkeley and Frederick rents were easily collected because the lands there are productive--those in Fauquier County are hard to collect--deputy sheriffs won't turn over money that is collected--to Mrs. Haney, \"a very genteel old lady\" and cousin of Washington's (probably daughter of his mother's half sister Elizabeth Johnson), he has extended money on several occasions according to Washington's direction--has settled her and her teenage daughter on a tenement of his own, because those of Washington that were vacant will bring at least £30 each--it may be expensive to buy up life leases on tenements, but Lewis would recommend Washington do so because the money will be reimbursed by higher rent in 4 or 5 years.","1 page each for the two copies which are slightly different. This bond is for rent and signed by Cooper and Robert Lewis, Washington's nephew and secretary.","Received Washington's letter with 2 plats of land--he knows little of Washington's land in Kentucky on Rough Creek or of settlement there, but supposes there is some, as he believes Washington's land is near the small town of Hartford, some 18 miles from Vienna--Lewis goes to Kentucky again in April to view his own lands on Green River and will view Washington's at same time--his mother and Harriot send greetings.","She received the money Washington sent--would have sent her thanks before, but was in Culpeper and kept there long by bad weather--Aunt Betty Lewis too busy to write by this post.","Harriott addresses her \"Honored\" uncle with great humility and asks for a pair of stays, a hat \"and a few other articles.\"","Cabot has heard from Judge Phillips--and is happy to report that the young Lees and Brents mentioned in Washington's letters will probably attend academy at Andover, or else at Exeter.","Lewis has just returned from Kentucky--he was unable to see either his own land or Washington's, despite his efforts--he did meet Gen. Spotswood who said he has bought the identical land from Gen. Harry Lee for 4 shillings per acre--Lewis believes it is worth at least twice that--the land has good settlement and a good iron bank on it--he cannot understand what Lee meant by selling it again--300 acres of Andrew Woodrow's should be purchased to improve value of Washington's land--he will purchase it if Washington agrees.","Introduces [John Neale] whom he recommends to overlook the carpenters at Mt. Vernon--he made no definite agreement with him--encloses the agreement that Washington drew up for \"former person\"--he will accept £40--is married with children, which William Washington sees as an advantage because married men stick to their business better than single men.","Letter and draft of his letter of the same date to Washington but with different closing paragraph. Lewis has purchased no leases because of high prices--he encloses rent roll for past year and has deposited £475.10.2 with his aunt--all above amount of rents to go to his account for 1793 rents sent to Philadelphia--finally got judgment for rents held by sheriff and hopes to pay Washington all arrearages owed--discusses lots in Berkeley--will eject several tenants next year from Frederick and make new leases with industrious farmers--apologizes for not staying at Mount Vernon until Washington arrives, but must see to planting wheat.","Account of land rents collected by Lewis for year 1795 on lands in Berkeley, Frederick, and Fauquier County, Virginia on behalf of George Washington. Shows description of land and remarks on land rented by William Collins, Henry Shover, and ___ McIntosh--amounts to £354.5.0.","Difficulty getting peas and vetches--has applied to Lords of Privy Council to permit officers of customs to admit it to entry to forestall another confiscation of American goods--sends along Chicorium Intybus [Intibus, or succory] and bill of lading--Captain Tuttel promises special care to this shipment.","Dandridge, employed at the time as personal secretary to the President, declares his intention to leave the official household and begin a commercial career in rural Virginia, having found city life in Philadelphia intolerable.","Harriot apologizes for asking for more money to buy hat and articles for Birth night so soon after having received \"liberal presents\"--she has been very ill, enough so to require a physician--Aunt Betty Lewis ill with ague and fever.","Lewis reports that he met with unexpected success in rent collecting for Washington's properties \"over the ridge and in this county\"--few have made required improvements--he suggests the life leases be put into hands of lawyer to decide how to proceed--Mr. Muse says Col. Simm of Alexandria thinks leases badly drawn and ejectments won't be supported by court--reports repossession of lots in Frederick and Berkeley, and rental of some lots--difficulties in collecting from sheriffs--Lewis's late cousin Thornton Washington's estate has cut timber on 35 or 40 acres of Washington's prime reserve in Berkeley because of neglect by Mr. Muse in maintaining the lines (Thornton Washington, son of Samuel Washington, inherited rights to cut timber on Lawrence Washington's land, which bordered George Washington's)--Lewis is unable to rent poor land on Deep Run, and suggests procuring situation for sawmill there, for good pine timber on land--he must see Washington on next trip to Mount Vernon.","Harriot reports that she is now at Matapony, where is seldom chance of sending mail--she sends her sincere thanks for money Washington sent her to buy articles for Birthnight.","Bushrod reports that he has received and will retain bundle of papers dealing with the [Thomas Colvill] estate settlement--he will ask for settlement as soon as possible, and explains some possible outstanding issues to Washington--Mr. Keith has furnished some information--has not yet received appraisement of estate--received hogs from Washington and thanks him for them.","Lewis agrees that Washington is wise to wait until September, as described in the advertisement, to sell his land--Kentucky lands rising in value--he hears there was large emigration last year and some of it to Green River, which should help boost value of Washington's land--discusses military lands and state grant lands--land fever can make prices fluctuate--he was unable to purchase Woodrow's inholding within Washington's property yet--Lewis says that Col. Willis's and Gen. Spotswood's horses still for sale, may be at reduced price.","Concerning \"the claims of the Cohnawaga, or Seven Nations of Canada.\" The Seven Nations were an Indian confederacy of Mohawk, Abenaki, Huron, and Onodaga that supported the French during the French and Indian War, and later the British in the American Revolution.","In cypher, Monroe alerts President to interception by French of Washington's letter re XYZ affair. Message also decoded.","Betty writes to Washington on Harriot's behalf, who wants to inform him that Andrew Parks, a merchant of Fredericksburg, has been courting her and she would like to marry him--Betty says that Parks is \"very much respected by all his acquaintances ... a sober sedate young man and attentive to business\"--she has left town for a healthier place which has the advantage of having a mill as well.","Lewis blames delays in his letters on the fact that there are no post riders in this area--since his mother left Fredericksburg, Washington should direct letters to the attorney James Lewis there--he explains not paying Washington money collected so far from rentals--he had wanted to pay in lump sum, but will not remit it as he collects it--denies using funds for own use--Washington's advertisement posted at Court House--describes the property dispute between McCormick and Ariss, one of whom has encroached on Washington's property--it is too late in season to bring Jack to breed in Fauquier County--next season will do so--Mrs. Haney (or Haynie) [G.W.'s kinswoman, see letter of R. Lewis to G.W., Jan. 17, 1795 and R. Lewis's diary for that year] is dying of consumption.","Lewis desires to know, because others have asked him, whether Washington will exchange western lands for some improved estates in this area which might be rented to advantage--he will pursue the purchase of Woodrow's inholding--Mrs. Lewis [Catherine Daingerfield Lewis] has been ill, and that will prevent his going to Kentucky this year.","Mrs. Lewis's [his wife] illness had prevented him from retrieving Washington's letter before now--gives opinion of Andrew Parks as suitor for Harriot Washington--he is an industrious young man with good prospects, but considers their marriage at this time \"madness in the extreme\"--he advises any marriage be put off until Washington can come to Virginia and look into things himself--Washington's letter to his mother sent to Culpeper.","Lewis writes that he forwarded to Howell Lewis, his brother, the papers from Washington concerning debt he owes--it should never have gone to Washington, and Howell considers it a \"rude attempt\" on the part of others to collect their money--they would have been paid had it been presented correctly to Howell--Mrs. Catherine Daingerfield Lewis still ill--they will go to Culpeper for change of air after court terminates in Fredericksburg.","Lewis writes that he tried to obtain possession of land on Accokeek Run in Stafford County, Va. which Washington said (both in person and in a 29 April 1793 letter) he might have, but finds title belongs jointly to Washington and other heirs of his mother [Mary Washington]--Lewis will give up all efforts to obtain it--Mrs. Haney [Washington's cousin, Elizabeth Haynie] died of rapid consumption [see letter of Jan. 17, 1795]--her daughter Sally Ball Haynie cannot find employment because the people in the neighborhood \"are uncommonly industrious and do every thing with in themselves.\"--Mrs. Lewis has taught Sally reading, writing, and useful needlework, etc.--she would make an extraordinary housekeeper for some genteel family--she is welcome to take her board in his house, but he defers to Washington's judgment--sister [Betty Lewis] Carter is delivered of a son [Charles E. Carter].","Powel writes that she cannot harbor resentment after all that passed yesterday, and is determined to dine with him tomorrow, \"when I will endeavor to meet your Ideas with Fortitude\".","Bushrod writes that he is grateful for Washington's bounty [see Writings, XXXV, 107-108 - Washington's offer of some lots he won in a lottery]--the Colville estate business is finally settled by County Court, but this not binding, so he will seek another settlement--Bushrod will take his wife, Anne (\"Nancy\") Blackburn Washington up to Berkeley Springs for her health--he encloses an order to be published in England.","One share (No. 1355) of augmented stock in the Bank of Alexandria. Endorsed on back, \"The within Share was Transferred to Robert Beverley August 19th 1802. M. Sutton B.K.\".","Received the bills--Harriot [Washington] was married July 15, and has gone to her Brother's in Berkeley [Geo. Steptoe Washington]--expects to go to son Lawrence's in Frederick for her health--\"My Dear Brother it is with Infinite Pleasure I here you intend to retire to your owne Home, there I hope you will Enjoy more statisfaction than you Possibly can do in Public Life ...\".","Lewis encloses bill of $100. from his brother Howell--Howell is sorry his uncle should have been troubled by receiving the note for money due [See letter of May 4, 1796, George Lewis to George Washington].","Lewis notes Washington's acknowledgement of the bank note forwarded to him for Howell--he agrees that his brother should have considered interest on the principal--he will see his brother about this on the latter's return from \"over the ridge\" with his family [see letters of Aug. 1 and May 4, 1796].","Meade conveys to Washington a character reference for Mr. [James] Anderson from a Mr. Fitzhugh--Anderson is a man of industry and clever, but advanced in years.","Anderson writes from the Selden family's Salvington Plantation near Fredericksburg that he has received Washington's letter telling of William Pearce's advance of salary from £100 to 100 Guineas--he himself would accept 100 Guineas with house, garden, etc--Anderson believes Washington's superintendent should have an assistant to take over much of writing business inside--he hears that Washington's superintendent \"has as much to do as any one man can execute\"--describes his knowledge of farming and grazing as \"two branches of the same business\" that he \"was bred to from my youth\" in Scotland--he leaves his character reference to others.","Anderson writes that his failure to answer Washington's earlier queries was not caused by deceit--he then relates his background and experience in farming north of Edinburgh, Scotland, in the English border lands, and in America--he came to U.S. in 1791--has seen Mt. Vernon estate--mentions the distillery he runs on Salvington plantation and that he thinks a properly conducted distillery of much gain to owner--mentions crop rotation and the use of manure as necessary components in improving the land--he is content in present situation with Mr. Cary Selden, but would delight in serving Washington if he can make it profitable for both.","Anderson informs Washington that he sent a letter on 11th to Philadelphia--he will be glad to come to Mt. Vernon to see Washington at earliest opportunity.","Anderson writes that he can procure good overseer with experience in \"the management of Negroes\" if Washington's current overseer is leaving--Anderson will shortly take measurements of John Francis Mercer's \"thrashing machine\", so that he can cut timber in winter for mounting one for Washington--suggests cost could be lowered by using Washington's own carpenters and a millwright.","Rec. No. 258 annotated by G.W. \"School Alex £50.0.0--dated, addressed to Charles Lee Esq. in another hand.","Hannah Washington writes to introduce her son Fairfax to George Washington, as he arrives in Philadelphia to study law under Charles Lee--Hannah asks whether Washington \"would sometimes take the trouble to advise him in regard to his moral conduct, as he is much too young to be in such a city, without a guide \u0026 true friend.\"","Bushrod writes that he is just recovering from attack of pleurisy--the deed enclosed not recorded as prescribed by law--no news of Kanawa lands.","Powel offers to pay Washington $1000 for his carriage horses, which she intends for the use of her nephew, on the condition that they are as she describes them--however, if Mr. Adams wants them and will pay full price, she will yield all claim.","Powel writes that she would certainly like to purchase Washington's coach, but that since she doesn't buy his horses for herself, she has no use for the coach--her nephew prefers to follow fashion and wants a new carriage, though Washington's is a superb piece of workmanship and will outlast modern one--Washington's successor is to be legally announced today, and Powel believes that Adams should buy the coach--she will pay Washington cash for the carriage horses any time.","Powel encloses her check for $1000 to pay for Washington's carriage horses, and indicates she does not wish to have them before he leaves Philadelphia.","Powel teases Washington because he had \"without design put into my possession the love letters of a lady addressed to you under the most solemn sanction\"--these letters from Mrs. Washington were found in the writing desk she got from him--she tried to give them to Tobias Lear who was present when she discovered them, but as he refused, she sealed them up and will return them to Washington by whatever means he directs. Includes a self-deprecating note in which she promises to pay Lear $245 for the writing desk and praises Washington's \"wise and peaceful administration for eight years.\"","Erskine writes Washington that he has used his name in a pamphlet he has written about the French Revolution entitled \"Causes and Consequences of the war in France\". He also expresses his great admiration for Washington.","Invoice for certain materials and labor used in the construction of a boat. At the bottom, Humphries has signed (in full) a receipt for the total sum of £55.16.3 ($148.83).","Lewis has made inquiries on Washington's behalf for a workman [housejoiner] desired by Washington, but can find none available now, neither among blacks (who are generally hired out a year at a time) nor among whites (who would come burdened with families to support)--he suggests that Col. Ball might have some such workman whom he will rent out--Mrs. Lewis's health has been bad for several years and growing worse, else they would have visited Mount Vernon already.","Elizabeth Washington writes that she has been informed that she cannot, as had been her custom, get herrings from George Washington's fishing landing--her hands at the ferry landing have only gotten 300 herring--it is too late to apply elsewhere--she asks the favor of 6 or 7000 herrings from Washington's seine.","Elizabeth Washington writes to protest that she only wanted justice done in getting her turn at the fishing landing--when she applied for fish there were two others before her, the fish did not run while her negroes were at the fishery, and then she heard that others were supplied out of order before her--she did not expect George Washington to \"disfurnish\" his own family of their herrings for her--[see letter of April 24, 1797]--can't come to Mt. Vernon to see Mrs. Washington because roads are impassable between Hayfield and Mount Vernon--and while writing the above she has just had word to send negroes down for fish--she thanks Washington for his intervention and says she is now sending the letter only to explain that she wanted nothing more \"than what was the common rule of fishing landings, to have my turn.\"","Samuel Washington writes to express thanks to George Washington for advice (\"there is no person fonder of receiving advice than what I am\")--he states that the money he wants to borrow from his uncle is mainly to pay debts contracted by his father [Charles Washington], particularly to Dr. Stuart--he will come to Mount Vernon in few weeks--wife is expecting a little one at any time [Samuel T. Washington?].","Dr. Craik's bill from Aug. 25, 1797 - June 14, 1799 for £ 97.11.9, for visits to \u0026 treatment of members of G.W.'s family and servants on all the farms--includes visits to attend Mr. Peter's child \u0026 \"a visit to \u0026 attendce on yourself from 21st to 26th and prescription\" £4.0.0--a dozen oranges--\"Bleeding yourself ...\"","docketed by G.W. \"Receipt Doct. Jas. Craik, Bal. $128.88 27 June 1799,\"","Note for the sum of one thousand dollars, in George Washington's hand, signed by his nephew Samuel Washington.","Elizabeth Washington writes to George Washington to clarify her earlier remarks about William Triplett -- she refers to the suit by Thomas Pearson concerning land sold years earlier to George Washington and others by his brother Simon Pearson, some of which now makes up Hayfield farm on which she lives -- her nephew looks for papers relative to land in Stafford and Prince William.","\"Receipted Dec. 18, 1797 by John \u0026 Thos. Vowell. Bill for Shingles, amounting to £8.4.5.\"","Lewis writes a recommendation for Thomas Alsbury, who formerly served Washington \"in the wars with the savages\" and \"in your family\"--Alsbury now wants to lease land from Washington on the Ohio or Kanawha Rivers.","Regrets that she cannot visit Mt. Vernon at this time. Her grandsons, Augustine and Corbin, are sick. Must remain at Haywood. Promises to visit at first opportunity.","Bushrod Washington answers George Washington's legal queries dealing with Thomas Pearson's suit concerning land sold by his late brother Simon Pearson to Washington and others in 1763 [see letter, G.W. to Bushrod W., Oct. 9, 1797]--Bushrod will take the case should it go to a higher court--Gen. Marshall may know something further about the case, as Bushrod met a man named Pearson at Marshall's office recently.","Bushrod records a legal opinion for Washington concerning a suit initiated by Thomas Pearson, against his late brother's estate (Simon Pearson). The suit involved a parcel of land which Washington purchased from Simon Pearson some thirty-five years earlier.","Bushrod sends his uncle a copy of grant requsted--he can't find the Inquisition, but has directed the clerk to continue his search for the document related to Pearson's suit.","Lewis sends orchard-grass seed, a gift from Mr. Francis Whiting, after a 6 week delay for lack of transportation to Alexandria--Washington's tenant on his tract of land above Bath has removed to Kentucky, and the land is being denuded of its valuable timber by the neighboring \"set of lawless rascals\"--Lewis strongly suggests that the land should be rented out to protect the remaining timber--furthermore, Washington's land on Lost Mountain (then in Prince William County, now Fauquier County) is being stripped of bark by tanners working by moonlight on the pinnacle of the mountain--the perpetrators have been caught.","Bushrod writes that he has investigated Mrs. Forbes and found her fully satisfactory for the job of housekeeper at Mt. Vernon--\"She is honest, industrious, \u0026 well acquainted with nice as well as common cooking\"--she never received letters from Washington, however--Bushrod will investigate at the post office--mentions having written earlier about the Pearson suit.","Bushrod writes that he has located and interviewed Mrs. Forbes, who says that her price is $150 a year--Bushrod thinks this is \"extravagant\" for a housekeeper at Mt. Vernon, but that he is persuaded she would do well--he asks Washington to advise him whether or not this will be satisfactory.","Bushrod writes that he has talked with Mr. Brooke and received good references for Mrs. Forbes--he answers Washington's queries about her from his 3 November letter--there is good cook to be sold in Fredericksburg by Geo. Murray--he had cooked for Brooke who says his only fault is a fondness for liquor--Bushrod will ask Murray not to sell him until he hears from Washington--Mrs. Forbes is being directed to head for Mount Vernon as early as the next stage.","Bushrod writes that, having examined the records in the General Court, he finds that surveys were rarely done in cases like Washington's and that he is therefore quite certain that the law is on side of Washington in the Pearson suit--he also encloses an order for settling Washington's accounts as executor of Thomas Colville.","Bushrod writes that Mrs. Forbes' delay in leaving for Mt. Vernon was due to lack of funds--Mr. Brook owes her money but has been out of town--Bushrod will advance money to send Forbes to Mt. Vernon on the next day's stage--Mr. Brook has been very ill and now in back country for his health--Bushrod refers again to the settlement of the Colville estate--Mr. Keith advertises the decree in the Alexandria Gazette for 8 weeks.","Bushrod writes to Washington with a report of what he has discovered about taxes due on Washington's Kanawha land--lands in Kanawha and Berkeley to be forfeited unless back taxes are paid--he urges fast action to avoid having the land seized and sold.","Bushrod writes that the auditor can find nothing further on taxes due on Washington's western lands along the Kanawha and Ohio rivers--the records are in poor shape and the auditor blames the inattention and inaccuracy of the commissioners in that part of the country--Bushrod gave him Washington's paper containing a list of his lands on the Ohio and Kanhawa to check more in detail--there are no other Washington lands returned for non-payment of taxes, and as Bushrod paid the arrearages Washington's property is clear for now.","Parker, who is \"now engaged in [publishing] \"The Journals of Congress\" from the year 1775 to the present time, ...\" asks Washington to patronize his work. \"My undertaking has met with the encouragement of Mr. Jefferson \u0026 the Committee of Congress\" assigned to this project, \"... yet the honor of your name ... will be the greatest satisfaction I can feel.\"","Bushrod advises his uncle regarding several legal problems relating to taxes on Washington's western lands as well as a land title paper concerning a transaction between Generals Lee and Washington. Bushrod also explorers the circumstances of the \"Langhorne Affair.\"","Speaks of his recent loss (the death of his son Augustine). Agrees with Washington's advice to send his remaining children to public school. Corn crop will be low this year. Discusses his knowledge of Washington family genealogy.","Letter regarding agreement between George Washington and Wm. Washington whereby George Washington may purchase 500 barrels of corn annually from Wm. Washington Discussion of terms of sale.","Bushrod writes that he disapproves Washington's deed to General Lee, but has drawn a better one for him to follow--in order to avoid any possible confusion in the future the new one states that the original deed was not recorded in a timely fashion and that the present one is a replacement--they should check the boundaries to see if they are accurate.","Dandridge writes that Washington's is first letter he's received from America except one of a few lines from G.W.P. Custis last fall--he knows Washington is busy repairing houses, farms, etc. at Mount Vernon--he has himself led a retired life in the Netherlands, going to no public entertainments except now and then to the theater, though he has been to Paris--his health has been poor--mentions Elbridge Gerry, Gen. Marshall, and Gen. Pinckney--he will try to procure a good joiner to send to Washington--many Germans go to Amsterdam to get employment or passage to America, and Dandridge has asked a \"merchant of eminence\" to assist in the search for a joiner among them with a good character reference--Dandridge gives his explanation of 1100 and odd dollars which was charged by him to Washington's account for \"losses, errors \u0026c\" as having occurred not in a single year, but over the whole course of his employment by Washington--the 200 some dollars charged against Washington in April 1796 is a little harder to explain.","Lewis writes that he encloses a draught on Mr. James Russell of Alexandria by Mr. Ariss for last year's rent (against Washington's usual practice) because Ariss had been infirm--if the funds are not immediately collectable, he asks Washington to return the draft so that he can follow up--a tenant on one of the Berkeley lots is unable to pay, so another was procured temporarily to take care of growing crop--he asks Washington's wishes about leasing that property--wheat crops in the area and up to the Blue Ridge are virtually destroyed by Hessian fly, there has also been a 5 week drought.","Dandridge writes that he had no success in finding a joiner to send to Washington, despite several applications and having others search for suitable candidates--the danger of war with U.S. leaves country in unsettled state--the Texel blockaded by British ships, and French privateers are swarming the Maese--preparations of U.S. for defense worry French government--Mr. Gerry leaving Paris soon--expectation is for war between France and America at any time--the Congress at Rastadt is dissolving--war on the Rhine expected--\"we hold ourselves in readiness to march\".","Smith writes that he desires to make a vitrified stained glass portrait of Washington like that of His Excellency the president [John Adams]--describes the long-lasting nature of such portraits.","Solicits for his brother William Champe Carter of Albemarle County a commission as Captain in the provisional army or as aide de camp to a general officer--suggests that it would be good to distribute commissions in that area of the state to counteract the attempts by \"a certain character in his route from Philadelphia to Monticello\" [i.e., Thomas Jefferson] to dampen patriotic ardor of people there--he and Mrs. Carter had wanted to visit last spring, but the loss of a carriage and horse is compelling them to postpone that until next Spring.","Marshall writes that his father directed him to pay Washington's back taxes on his land on Rough Creek [Hardin County, Ky.]--discusses arrangements for reimbursing his father--Mr. Rawleigh Colston of Frederick authorized to draw upon Washington for the money--as Marshall's father is aged and infirm, Marshall himself can assist Washington in such matters in the future.","Bushrod continue to keep his uncle informed about the circumstances of the \"Langhorne Affair,\" and his own involvement as a \"dignified observer.\" He assures the General that the man John Nicholas is of excellent character.","Welch writes to Washington that he has surveyed the tract of Great Kanawha land of 10990 acres--it appears to be short 610 acres, so he is going to check it again--also surveyed Cole River tract--30 settlers on land are doing well--immigration is good, though the migrants themselves are poor--he expects many from Pennsylvania--people in the area all support existing constitution.","Original copy of this letter. Dandridge's poor health induces him to resign job of secretary to Mr. Murray, and since Washington helped him get the position, Dandridge wants to let him know--he seeks more a active life--he seeks a subaltern commission in the army of United States--Murray is writing to the President and Secretary of War on his behalf--Dandridge has still had no success in finding a joiner for Washington--\"all communication from this country is quite at a stand except thro Hamburg and England\".","Bushrod writes his recommendation of Col. Heth as a friend of the government and a sober citizen--he mentions the fictitious John Langhorne [i.e., Peter Carr] letter and Nicholas--Gen. Marshall is anxious to visit Washington and Bushrod may accompany him.","Request that his uncle consider Thomas Turner and Capt. Blackburn for military commissions.","Spotswood reports the results of his efforts in securing an overseer, a certain Mr. Garret, for Washington. \"He would not determine whether to receive your offer or not until he returned home and consulted his wife - \".","Snyder writes that some weeks ago he had sent Washington a letter with Robison's Proof of a Conspiracy--since then, he is more confirmed in opinion that groups called \"Illuminati—German Union—Reading Societies—and in France by that of the Jacobine-Club\" are operating for overthrow of this government--many of these groups are of French sympathies and begin by trying to destroy all religion--prays that God, who set Washington \"as a Deliverer of, and Father of his Country\" may keep him safe until this crisis passes.","Encloses letter from Mr. Thomas Marshall Jr. of Kentucky who wishes payment of small balance due his father Col. Marshall from Washington.","Snyder writes to apologize for having sent second letter on 1 October, but he received Washington's letter of 25 September only an hour after mailing his own--\"I rejoice very much that you are recovered from your late Sickness\"--he fears pernicious effects of \"the illuminati\" or Jacobinism on people of the United States--Snyder informs Washington that he recently wrote articles in gazettes under name of \"Cicero\" giving a compendium of extracts form \"Robison's Proofs of Conspiracy\".","Blagdin writes that although Washington will provide glass, painting and ironmongering he cannot undertake to complete the work on Washington's buildings in Washington, DC for less than $11,000.","Samuel writes that he is distressed that his mother (Mildred Thornton Washington) wrote Washington asking for more money--all debts of his father (Washington's late brother Charles) and his estate lie on him now--he is sure he can pay by selling land, but nobody will buy land in these unsettled times, with war with France possible--he hopes to sell at better prices in the next year--Samuel refuses the $1000 Washington offered his mother because that would make creditors all come to him at once and ruin him, \"Whereas if they come on gradually I can have a better chance.\"","Church presents his son, Philip Church, who enters the army under his uncle's (probably Alexander Hamilton's) auspices-- hurch recommends him to Washington's protection.","Rootes writes that he had visited Mount Vernon, but not seen Washington--this follow-up letter requests a certificate from Washington that his late father, John Rootes, served as a captain in Col. William Byrd's regiment in the French and Indian wars--Rootes wants this in order to secure bounty land for his father's service, that his father never applied for.","\"Autograph letter signed, draft. First part of draft is a letter to General Washington of the same date introducing Church, his grandson. In the part of the draft addresssed to the grandson, Schuyler warns him how to approach the general as Church hopes to gain some military favors.\"","Anthony bills Washington for a gold seal, 12 dollars; and repairing buttons, seal and chain, 2 dollars--total, 14 dollars. Receipted by Joseph Anthony.","Re: Spotswood's opinion of the Alien and Sedition Acts and A forgery of Spotswood's name in a previous letter to Washington. Docketed by Washington. Folio size.","Russell writes to Washington that he was mortified to discover that all conveyances for bringing Washington's ram and straw machine from Middletown, Connecticut to Mount Vernon had failed and now that the river is frozen it will take until spring to deliver them--he looks forward to his friend's report on planting wheat in England which Washington procured for him--with the sheep and chaff Engine, Russell proposes sending a \"Ground Borer\" for digging fence post holes--it can also be of use in military operations where chevaux de fries are wanted.","Garland writes to ask Washington for information on land set aside between Great Kanhawa and Sandy River as part \"payment of some Officers and Soilders who was on an Expedition Against the Indians about or before Braddocks Campain.\"","For £ 1.5.0, or $3.33 for 1 bushel blue grass seed and a keg. Receipted by Samuel Simes for Cath. Roberts.","This receipted bill charges Washington £6. for a cocked Beaver hat, a round white hat, and box. Marked \"Recd. pay of C. Biddle for Isaac Parrish,\" by Joseph Parrish.","He writes that he received a copy of an earlier letter to Maj. Harrison [Nov. 4]--desires to take Young Royal Gift to his stable to stand--another Jack in Culpeper now will cut down profits of the stud service--collection of rents goes badly--plight of tenants pitiable--tenants in Frederick and Berkeley mostly paid up--he will come to Mt. Vernon to bring rents and attend the marriage of his brother Lawrence with Miss [Eleanor Parke] (Nelly) Custis.","Trumbull writes that he knows nothing of arrangements for paying amounts due on sets of prints [\"Death of Warren,\" and \"Death of Montgomery\"] sent to Washington from London--he counsels don't send money to England--his brother John has agents (whom he names) handling affairs of the prints in the States--comments on \"malign influence\" in councils of state in Virginia--takes the opportunity of wishing Washington a happy birthday--extends his best wishes to Nelly Custis on her marriage to Lawrence Lewis.","Concerning Washington's recent order for English Crown glass from Alexandria merchants Macleod \u0026 Lumsdon. The glass was not available, and the merchants offered to order it for Washington.","Trumbull writes that he recently sent 4 pairs of his prints, which Washington had subscribed to, by way of the Nancy Davidson--most of the letter is political beginning with \"I trust, Sir! that you are now destined to act a more important part, in this great Drama, than you have done in the former period of your Life: to save again your Country, and to establish her Security and Greatness upon a Basis broad and firm as is the Continent of which She forms a part.\"--he expresses opinions on political situations of Europe, especially England and France--fears French taking over Spanish and Portuguese colonies in America, thereby creating hazard to Americans--it is to America's interest to see that Spanish colonies are inculcated with true spirit of liberty and rational freedom--writes \"that Europe is rotten to the Heart. and that, in Europe, America has not one friend, on whose support She can rely\"--there is one year left in which to act--\"I hope to have the happiness of seeing the Evening of your Life more useful and more glorious than its Noon, and of saluting you My dear Sir, not merely as the Father of the United States but of the United Empires of America.\".","Samuel writes that the executions against him for £300 or 400 are beyond his power to pay, except by selling all his slaves, and then he would be unable to grow a crop which is all he has for the support of two families--if Washington can lend him the money, then Samuel will be enabled to get clear of debt and repay him in the fall by selling land--once free of the sheriff he intends never to go into debt again--his father [Charles Washington] has been very ill.","Samuel thanks his uncle for the letter telling of money to be loaned him, it was seriously delayed in the postal system -- he describes his difficulties in settling Uncle Samuel Washington's estate, as his own father and his uncle John both kept poor accounts -- Bushrod Washington won't help any, and Samuel mentions it hoping that Washington will speak to Bushrod this summer -- Samuel expects a bad wheat crop for the 4th straight year -- he intends to sell all his land \u0026 buy small amount in Culpeper County at low price -- his father Charles Washington is much improved.","Bushrod encloses a deed from Washington to Gen. Lee, and tells him that Lees deed to Washington is being registered -- Washington should send the enclosed one to the clerk of General Court -- speaks of congressional elections in this district that will be close -- Jacobins \u0026 opponents of Federal government spread scandalous assertions against Gen. Lee, who is only recently \"making great exertions\" in his own behalf -- Mr. Tayloe will resign his army commission, and Mr. Thomas Turner has asked that Bushrod intervene with Washington about securing a commission in the cavalry.","Concerning a transaction of corn, whiskey and herrings. Congratulations on General Lee's and General Marshall's election to the Congress.","Conveying 166 barrels of corn and discussing future corn transactions. Mentions his new (third) wife (Sarah Tayloe).","Anderson sets forth his new scheme for managing Washington's farms, to make more profit from them--he compares profits and loss for his new scheme and the older system, showing large edge of profit to new scheme, using the Union Farm as the example although the principles could apply to River Farm and Dogue Run with slight alterations--Muddy Hole should be planted in peach trees--Anderson advocates fewer workers on each, and a new system of crop rotation.","Lewis sends Washington a draught for Mr. Ariss's rent--Ariss's infirmities make Lewis hesitate to be so rigid in collecting his rent, although he is always backward in paying--Lewis will send rents collected--he saw his brother Lawrence and his lady [Nelly Custis Lewis] at sister Carters--Lawrence has sulpher mud on his eye and drinking spring water improves him--this year's hay crop diminished by a monthlong drought in July--last fall's drought and Hessian fly deprived them of seed wheat--corn and tobacco good.","Trumbull comments on the delays in post offices--\"in too many instances there is not that punctual attention to their duty in our post offices which the Public have a right to expect\"--he agrees with Washington's reply to Col. John Trumbull on a project of taking over South America (see letter of March 24, 1799, John Trumbull to Washington)--offers comments on a candidate for presidency--hints strongly that Washington is the only one to unite the party and win for Federalists--expresses his \"hope and trust\" that Washington's life will \"be elongated beyond the term of three core and ten years\"--offers comments on President John Adams.  On letter from Timothy Pickering to Jonathan Trumbull, 29 July 1799","$1.25 for repairing Mrs. Washington's watch.","\"Smith writes to Washington concerning claims of heirs of Robert Stobo to land on account of his services in French \u0026 Indian War--he asks Washington to help the family to get the land due under the claim--Stobo was with Washington at Fort Necessity and was surrendered to the French as a hostage--Smith transcribes a letter dated 19 March 1799 from Alexander McCaul to William Smith, saying land due Stobo can still be claimed. Encloses letter from Alex. McCaul to Wm. Smith, saying land due Stobo can still be claimed. [See letter dated Mar. 19, 1799].\"","Belgium \u0026 \"this Republic\" seem to be fixed as heritage and satelite of french Republic--describes moves of British, Russian, French, \u0026 Austrian armies--Duke of York's inglorious evacuation of the Dutch Republic--this liberates all French troops for campaign on Rhine--will present G.W. a model of the Dutch water-throwing mill, or windmill, such as he sent rude sketches of last summer--may be applicable for draining Dismal [Swamp]--La fayette at Utrecht, won't go to U.S. this autumn.","Letter from three orphaned children of Thomas Washington of [Nevis] Island in West Indies--17 yrs. ago a gentleman in Newcastle upon Tyne wrote G.W. \u0026 sent old papers belonging to them to determine whether they are any kin to him, but received no reply--father had son by 1st marriage, still living in [Nevis]--their mother and father died \u0026 left them destitute--were brought up as servants--asks some small relief, are all married to poor men [The truth of this letter sworn to by Chas. Charleton, Vicar, \u0026 Wm. Jowsey \u0026 Wm. Tayloe, Churchwardens of Parish of Tynemouth [Northumberland].","Powel sends Chevalier Chastelleux's Essay on Public Happiness for his perusal -- hopes it meets with his approval -- knows author will be flattered that the General has read his work. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. Powel\". Autograph letter, in 3rd person, integral cover, laminated, watermark (D \u0026 C Blau). Dated only \"Wednesday Noon\".","Four documents are bound together: Survey Notes, Washington's surveying notes on a portion of his Mount Vernon property that he has purchased from Sampson Darrell in 1757, 4-5 November 1762; Grant, to Sampson Darrell, 28 November 1694; Letter, Darrell Smith to George Washington, 9 October 1759; Indenture, from Sampson Darrell, 19 May 1760","This ledger includes a list of slaves at the Mount Vernon Plantations, clothing alloted to them each year, inventory of cattle, Nov. 15, 1785, accounts with the several plantations, accounts with shoemakers, overseers, and bricklayers. With other Accounts (including ones from George Augustine and Lawrence A. Washington, Tobias Lear, John and H. Fairfax, and Anthony Whiting).","This is a record of the work done at the various farms making up George Washington's Mount Vernon, reporting the number of hours worked by which workers, just what was being done on each farm during a particular week. Farms include Dogue Run, Ferry Plantation, Muddy Hole, River Plantation, and Frenchs Plantation (or Frenchs Quarter). Work by tailors, carpenters, shoemakers, coopers, ditchers, and millers are recorded separately. Includes \"Fairfaxs Report on House People\" for several weeks. Begins November 1786 and ends in April 1787. At the end of the volume there is a document titled \"Memorandum of things delivered to the different Plantations from the 12th of Apl. 1786, 1786 April 12-August 31\" that begins at the last page and works its way back toward the center of the volume. This used to be bound, but has since been unbound and is just leaves.","These surveys seem to be concerned with a road from the Ferry to Cameron.","This covers the period of the building of the Green house and the final stucco work and painting of the New Room.","Includes \"Skins put into the Vatts,\" \"Articles received into the Store, Articles delivered out of the Store, Rum account of rum received \u0026 doled out (giving reasons in many cases for the dole).","In the handwriting of Tobias Lear (1762-1816), Washington's private secretary, and James Anderson, Mount Vernon's farm and subsequent distillery manager from 1797 to the time of Washington's death in 1799.  Washington endorsed the ledger twice and approved accounts for fisheries, whiskey, shad, and herring.","King James version, containing the old and new testaments. Includes a page located in the book of Jeremiah, inscribed with family genealogical information. It lists the marriage date of Augustine Washington (ca. 1694-1743) and his second wife, Mary Ball (1708-1789), as well as the birth dates of their six children. George Washington, their eldest child, was born \"about 10 in the Morning\" on February 11, 1731/32, according to the Julian calendar then in use. The leather bound volume is missing the title page and has had extensive conservation work completed.","Small book bound in leather, entitled \"The American Repository of Useful Information containing a Calendar of the present Year ...\", engraved on front is \"Autograph of General Washington\" and \"Given to C. Hughes at Mount Vernon, 1825, Judge B. Washington\". Originally pasted in front were two letters, one dated December 24, 1825, Bushrod Washington to G.C. Washington, and one December 23, 1825, George Corbin Washington to C. Hughes [see letters under proper date]. The letter were removed from the diary during conservation treatment.","Bushrod Washington responds that he is glad to have him (George Corbin Washington) and Mr. Hughes to visit Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington\". Directed \"By Harry\" [pasted in back of G.W.'s diary for year 1797]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","George Corbin Washington wrote to Mr. Hughes to confirm that he told Judge [Bushrod] Washington of their intention of dining with him tomorrow [letter found in George Washington's diary for year 1797]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Compiled by and entirely in the hand of George Washington, the inventory of his late elder half brother's estate lists, by room, furniture, books, and other household items in the Mansion as well as slaves, horses, livestock and other chattels.","Washington leased the two tracts of land that formed his late brother Lawrence's estate, and 18 slaves, from Lawrence's widow Ann and her new husband George Lee for an annual rent of 15 hogsheads of tobacco or the cash equivalent. Document is signed by GW and both Lees, and witnessed by William Fairfax, John Dalton, and Denis McCarty.","In this document, Washington leased the two tracts of land that formed his late brother Lawrence's estate, and 18 slaves, from Lawrence's widow Ann and her new husband George Lee for an annual rent of 15 hogsheads of tobacco or the cash equivalent. Document is signed by GW and both Lees, and witnessed by William Fairfax, John Dalton, and Denis McCarty.","Autograph letter signed. Washington writes about the service and loyalty of the Virginia Regiment during the French and Indian War.","Quit claim deed written on handmade laid paper in the hand of George Washington. The quit claim is by John Carney to George Washington for 200 acres of land at Cliftons, formerly Piscataway Neck, which later became part of the Mount Vernon River Farm. Signed by John Carney (his mark), Lund Washington, Walter Magowan, Eno Williams (his mark), and Thos. Bishop.","Autograph survey and plat signed \"G. Washington.\" Docketed on verso by John Augustine Washington, \"An Including survey of all the Lands left me in Frederick, by my brother Lawrence Washington, done by George Washington Esqr.\" A survey of four parcels of land in present-day Jefferson County, West Virginia.","Docketed on back \"West v Posey Plat \u0026 Report\", in G.W.'s hand, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device \u0026 motto, \u0026 crown over GR), oversize document.  [This was part of the original grant to Spencer which George Washington purchased from Captain Posey to help cancel that gentleman's debt to him and others].  The plat showing survey lines is attached to the report.  A cover is attached, docketed \"Papers Relating To Mount Vernon Trace of Land.\"","Original; docketed on reverse in Washington's handwriting, as follows: \"Plats of Sundry Tracts of Land Belonging \u0026 Adjoining those of George Washington Fairfax County.\".","This indenture is the purchase agreement by which George Washington acquired six acres of land from John Posey.  This tract of land was situated along the Potomac River between the mouths of Little Hunting Creek and Dogue Creek.  The document is partially printed and filled out by George Washington in his own hand on June 10, 1772.  Washington signed his name five times within the text, and Posey signed it at the conclusion.  Witnesses John Parke Custis, Jonathan Palmer, Thomas Bishop and another individual, whose autograph is indecipherable, all signed that this document was sealed and delivered in their presence.  An inscription at the bottom of the document states that on October 19, 1772, court was held for the County of Fairfax and this lease was proved by the oaths of the witnesses to be the deed of John Posey.  The acquisition of this document by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association closes the circle on this important story and piece of Mount Vernon land which is approximately where the wharf of today is located.  It is the third in a series of documents between John Posey and George Washington.  The first two documents, GEORGE WASHINGTON'S SURVEY FOR JOHN POSEY, OCTOBER 10, 1769 (A-481.1) and LEASE FROM JOHN POSEY TO GEORGE WASHINGTON, APRIL 23, 1770 (RM-1022, MS-5650) already in Mount Vernon's possession, demonstrate Washington's longstanding interest in acquiring this tract of Posey's land.  This third and final document, negotiating the sale of the property to Washington, tells the story of his eventual success in acquiring the land and expanding his Mount Vernon estate.    Captain John Posey was a veteran of the French and Indian War, and George Washington's neighbor.  John Posey's home, Rover's Delight, was just a mile downriver, southwest, of Mount Vernon.  Posey farmed his plantation and operated a public ferry across the Potomac to Maryland.  Posey was a friend of Washington's and often joined him in fox hunts and to play cards.  John Posey suffered financial trouble throughout the 1760's and took loans from George Washington as well as other creditors.  For example, on October 1, 1763, Washington took a £700 mortgage on Posey's property.  Over the years the interest on Posey's debts grew and by October 1769 Posey's debt to Washington had grown to nearly 1,000 pounds Virginia currency.  On October 10, 1769, George Washington surveyed the land later purchased in this agreement (see A-481.1).  At that time this portion of land was under dispute between Posey and John West.  As a result of the demands of Posey's many creditors, the remainder of Posey's Virginia property, which was not under dispute, was auctioned off under court order on October 23, 1769.  With the 1769 sale, Washington was recompensed for his loans to Posey and Washington was able to acquire 200 acres of Posey's land.    However, Washington also desired ownership of the small area of disputed land which contained Posey's ferry and fishery.  Fortunately for Washington, Posey soon found himself back in debt.  On April 23, 1770, George Washington began to lease from Posey the land which had been under dispute between Posey and John West.  Washington was interested in leasing this land because it was located adjacent to Mount Vernon and on the Potomac River very close to his fishing and shipping operations.  With this 1770 lease, Washington assumed the management of Posey's land and ferry.  At some point during the following year, Posey resettled in Queenstown on the Eastern Shore of Maryland.  Washington continued to lease this land until finally acquiring it with this purchase document in 1772.  THE PAPERS OF GEORGE WASHINGTON state that the eventual purchase of this tract of land took place on June 8, 1772, because a deed of release from Posey to Washington now in the Rosenbach Museum and Library in Philadelphia carries this date (Colonial Series Vol. 8 187).  However, this official purchase agreement in the collection of Mount Vernon is dated June 10, 1772, and an inscription notes court was held on October 19, 1772.  By the time Washington made this agreement Posey was so broke that Washington was able to acquire the land, as well as Posey's house, ferry and horse-all for 50 pounds (Rees 154).    Witness Jonathan Palmer was George Washington's master carpenter.  Once Washington began leasing Posey's land, Washington had Palmer and his family move into Posey's home.  Washington records this in his diary on May 16, 1770.  It is because of Palmer's place of residence and connection to Posey and Washington that Palmer was eventually selected as one of the witnesses to this purchase agreement.","Inscription with a date of 1774. Then Hanover Co. (now Louisa Co.) Virginia.","Witnessed by G. Johnston, John Thornton, John Gunnell, Matthew Campbell.","Proved at court 16 Nov. 1772, signed by P. Wagoner.","Receipt for £605 on reverse signed by West and same witnesses.","Docketed \"West to Washington Release Nov. 1772 Nov. 18\" etc.","For 484 acres \"Land lying in Fairfax County on the head of Dogues' creek\", part of the tract West's wife Ann Brown inherited from her father who bought it from Zephaniah \u0026 Valinda Wade from the head of Dogue Run creek to W-n's stone mill house etc. for £605.","When George William and Sally Fairfax moved to England before the Revolutionary War, they asked their neighbor and friend George Washington to help them rent their Belvoir estate and sell the mansion's furnishings. On August 15, 1774, Washington administered an auction of their furniture, utensils, and books and docketed this inventory titled Sales of Furniture at Belvoir. This document includes items listed for sale, their selling prices, and purchaser's totals. Purchasers listed include Washington and his stepson John Parke Custis. George Washington was the high bidder of the event, spending a grand total of £169.12.6, over half the total receipts. Autograph document, one-page folio, docketed by George Washington on the verso.","Letter, 1777 March 12, in Alexander Hamilton's hand, from George Washington, Morristown, N.J., to Lt. Col. David Grier of the 7th Pennsylvania Regiment ordering him to submit a complete return of his regiment and to take new recruits who have not had smallpox to Philadelphia where they would be inoculated against the disease.","Date on original catalog card appears [1783].","Subdivisions of fields of Ferry and French's farm--on reverse is an explanation--in another hand, of the alterations in the arrangement of the field.","Signed by Wm. Barry and Sarah Barry. No witnesses.","Receipts for money signed by Wm. Barry on reverse.","Attested on reverse by P. Wagener, Comm. of Court.","\nDeed for part of original Spencer grant, which had been sold to Zephaniah Wade \u0026 descended to William Barry--\" ... William Barry and Sarah his wife for and in consideration of the Sum of three hundred and fifty pounds ... grant bargain ... unto the said George Washington ... all that moity of the remainder of the said five hundred acres of Land ... which upon the survey then made was found to contain one hundred and eighteen acres ...\""," Printed mss., blanks filled in by G.W., laminated, oversize document, watermarks (armed figure, rampant lion with arrows, matto \"Pro Patria\").","Signed by Geo. and Elizabeth Muse. Witnessed by Peyton Sterns, Jno. Hawkins, John Pendleton, Henry Pendleton \u0026 [J. Sims?].","On reverse, in G.W.'s hand is Receipt for the £20 \u0026 \"a Tract of Two thousand acres of Land lying in the county of Botetourt, on the River Kanhawa, which together is in full for the within mentioned Land.\" Singed by Geo. Muse.","Proved on April 20, 1784, in Richmond by J. Brown, clerk.","George Muse and wife Elizabeth \"... for and in Consideration of the Sum of Twenty pounds Current Money of Virginia, and other valuable considerations ...\" convey to George Washington \"a certain tract of Land containing Three Thousand three hundred and twenty three acres in the County of Botetourt, on the East side of the Great Kanhawa River ...\"","Signed by John Arris, Witnessed by John Gaunt, Edwd. McCormick \u0026 Francis Waller.","George Washington's signature does not appear; probably clipped for autograph.","On reverse, docketed twice, \"John Ariss to George Washington 700 Acres rent £60 and to pay Land Taxes\" in hand of [G.A. Washington ?].","A grant \"for and during the Lives of the said John Ariss and his present wife Elizabeth Ariss Seven hundred Acres of Land, lying in the County of Berkeley on the Waters of Bullskin being Part of Several Tracts had by Deeds from the Proprietor of the Northern Neck ...\" for \"Sixty Pounds...to be paid in specie on the Twenty Fifth day of December in Each and Every Year ...\"--also contains specifications for concerving timber on the land \u0026 planting trees, grass, and building houses.","Document signed by George Washington, George Gilpin, and John Fitzgerald listing about 85 employees of the Potomac Company. The employees include 7 overseers, 2 borers, 2 carpenters, 2 blacksmiths, 1 coaler, and 68 laborers. There are three women on the list - Nurse Margaret Cosgrove, Cook Mary Twinch, and Washer Polly Firth.","Portion of a large folio document containing approximately half of a survey of Ferry Plantation and 2 crop rotation tables for 1787 and 1797, entirely in George Washington's hand.","Engraved Society of the Cincinnati certificate for James William, Esquire of Virginia. As president of the Society, George Washington signs the document at Mount Vernon on March 1, 1787. The document is also signed by secretary Henry Knox. Certicate is mounted to a board and has some staining and a tear.","List of workmen employed at the Great Falls by the Potomack Company digging the C\u0026O Canal. Columnar style. Includes names, occupation, number of days, rations and total amount due in Virginia currency. George Washington as an incorporator of the Potomac Company along with the signatures of John Fitzgerald and George Gilpin appear on the reverse authorizing payment. Additional note from overseer Richardson Stuart regarding the final balance. Autograph document, 1 page.","Survey by George Washington of distances from Cameron to Colchester.","Key to accompany 1788 map of roads in MV area (also in MV collection) a summary of existing roads and recommendations for improving roads."," Document signed, docketed by Washington. Body of text in handwriting of Bartholomew Dandridge. Witnessed by Dandridge and signed by Green.","Renewal of Green's yearly contract as overseer for the slave carpenters at Mount Vernon.","Ledger account of kitchen staples purchased for the Presidential household in Phila. for Mar. 3-16, 1794, entirely in the hand of GW. A leaf from ledger in oversize manuscripts which begins Apr. 1794.","Day by day account in G.W.'s hand, of amt. and price of each item of food bought during the period--for month of June, no day by day account is included, but a total of each thing for 30 days of June.","Printed Broadside.","Signed in print by George Washington.","Some of George Washington's land at Mount Vernon to be sold or rented.","Presidential land grant issued by U. S. President George Washington to Samuel Eddins for his service in the Virginia Regiment. The grant consists of 1000 acres of land located northwest of the Ohio River, between the Little Miami and Sciota Rivers. Embossed paper wafer presidential seal at lower left. Document signed by George Washington and Secretary of State Timothy Pickering, 1 page.","Lists Mount Vernon enslaved people, their relationships, occupations, and place of residence on the estate -- a list of \"the negroes hired from Mrs. French.\" Autograph document, entirely in hand of George Washington, oversize document, laminated, George Washington's complete watermark. | Date on original catalog card appears [1799][July]. | [Probably prepared for information of his executors at the time he was drawing his will in July, 1799]. |","Washington writes that the recent death of John Airess, who had leased one of the Shenandoah farms, may give Lewis an opportunity to take over the lease. This in turn would give Washington a chance to transfer some slaves from Mount Vernon. He mentions that \"Mrs. Lewis has a girl born.\" See also GW to R. Lewis, 8/18/99.","Pair of plans for crop rotation and the plowings it required in the hand of George Washington. One plan is neatly headed \"Rotation by AW with the Plowings necessary to carry it into effect.\" The initials may refer to John Augustine Washington (1736-1787), for whom this plan may have been devised. The second plan is similarly headed \"Rotation by CW...,\" and was perhaps intended for Corbin Washington's use. Both plans are based on 75 acre plots of farmland. The number of days to plow or harrow the plot is carefully tabulated at the right of the list. In the lower part of each plan, Washington lists, month-by-month the sequence of plowings and harrowings, to calculate the labor needed.","Partial document of a plat of Mount Vernon, 'Old Plat of the Grounds in the NE part of the Pasture of Mount Vernon from the Summit of the Hills on which the Log'd Cabbins are.' Page one is the survey, page two includes surveying notes in Washington's hand.","Map with notes and 'A table of explanation this platt.' See 1748, March 29, Depositions in the Suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell [W-243/A-D]","Signed by Law Washington and witnessed by Mary Washington, Sam[uel] Washington, Charles Washington, John Washington, Martha Posey, \u0026 W[illiam] Fairfax.","Proved July 7, 1752 in Spotsylvania County.","\nConveying 3 lots in Fredericksburg.","His friends in Wmsburg, including Speaker, desire to see him \u0026 have him accept command of troops to be raised--if he will proceed on expedition \"twoud give a general satisfaction to our Country.\"--Assembly has voted £40,000 \u0026 1200 men immed. raised --\"I believe, were you present, that the greatest regard wou'd be shewn any proposals you shou'd think proper with regard to the expedition.\" Congratulations on his safe \"arrival among us\" [after Braddock's expedition] --condolences on his late illness.","Letter to be delivered by Mr. Harrison who accepts invitation to camp--lists letters received from G.W.; never received others--some \"villon\" is intercepting letters--mentions construction \u0026 appearance of \"wash house\" which G.W. does not intend as a wash house--Jenifer Adams has sold timber off land--bad rains washed out nearly completed tumbling dam--coopers \u0026 miller again at work on it--sowing wheat delayed by rains--Bennett Jenkins from western lands arrived--claims Simpson \u0026 Crawford didn't pay him--paid in Pa. currency--Simpson \u0026 son coming to Mt.V.--bought 6M 20d nails and 4000 ft. of inch plank--\"by the time the House is finishd that is now just Raised, we shall not have one foot of inch \u0026 1/4 plank left beside what is put away for the addition of the great House\"--bricklayers doing garden wall \u0026 chimney of wash house--stucco man still working on dining room--\"the ceily. is not clumsey, I think it light \u0026 handsome it is altogether worck'd by Hand which makes it tedius - as to puty. down the plaster in the new Room, it will not make two days odds in his doing the Room, for he can plaister in one day more than our two men can in a week.--if the sides is done in plain stoco it will not take him long, as to the seilg. I can form no judgment how long it will take him ...\"--Mrs. W. wants it finished so she can get into it this winter--she will talk to Col. [Fielding] Lewis about it--Webster making bricks--John [Broad] \u0026 the taylor \u0026 negroes sick--Mrs. W. not afraid of [Lord] Dunmore--valuables packed in trunks to be moved quickly if necessary--his papers will be sent away anyway--Sears still sick.","Sent word to Mrs. W. at New Kent informing her to come to camp--expect her here immediately--discussion by Md. and Alex. residents of plan to blocade river--Indian Head best place--\"Captn Boucher [said] he woud undertake with 3 ships [sunk] to stop the Channel so that no ship of Force coud get up the River ...\"--Mrs. W. packed his papers in a trunk to be sent to Capt. McCarty's for safe keeping--she gave him key to G.W.'s study but he won't touch anything there except in emergency--what to do with Col. Mercer's papers?--John West, Mr. Harper, Mr. Wilson ask for money owed them--Bishop needs money--Dr. Crail's negro came with news from over the mountains--Val Crawford comes, feels it useless to keep building on G.W.'s land there because of danger of British burning everything--should he grind wheat?--Jenifer Adams offers to rent Md. land--Col. Mason very ill since convention--Lund thinks Mt. V. very easily defended by 50 men--will consider making salt peter--Custis and wife with Mrs. W. in New Kent--Knowles is well, Webster sick, John Barry dead.","A plat and survey by Hezekiah Veatch, assistant Surveyor of Montgomery County, by request of Francis Deakins \u0026 Benjamin Jones, of Woodstock Manor, divided it into 2 equal tracts, correcting lines in a survey made in 1782 -- Signed statement by Deakins \u0026 Jones \"By request of the President of the United States and Colo. Mercer we have divided Woodstock into two Lots of Equal Value as per the above plat \u0026 certificate\". This land was conveyed to George Washington on 1 April 1793 by John Francis Mercer, his wife Sophia Sprigg Mercer, and by James Steuart and his wife Rebecca Sprigg Steuart in payment for a debt owed him by the estate of Mercers father, John Mercer.","Description of rental terms for River, Union and Dogue-run farms--all will rent for the same amount-terms for Muddy hole will be slightly less-leases will run for 14 years-rent will be paid in the form of wheat (or cash equivalent)-.","Also, included in document is GW's ideal rotation plan for a farm with six fields-gives annual production of crops and the possibilities for financial reward on the part of the tenant farmer.","This printed document is a patent for a method of controlling tides, signed by George Washington as President, Thomas Jefferson as Secretary of State, and Edmund Randolph as Attorney General.","Detailed hand-colored map of New England, compiled by Braddock Mead (alias John Green) and published by Thomas Jefferys in 1755. Green was an Irish translator, geographer, and editor, as well as one of the most talented British map-makers at mid-century. This map is a George Washington original edition and was part of Washington's personal library."],"separatedmaterial_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eDiscusses receiving a chair commissioned by the Powels for the Washingtons, which Washington believes are \"handsome and neat.\" Also discusses the state of his crops.\u003c/p\u003e"],"separatedmaterial_heading_ssm":["Separated Materials"],"separatedmaterial_tesim":["Discusses receiving a chair commissioned by the Powels for the Washingtons, which Washington believes are \"handsome and neat.\" Also discusses the state of his crops."],"names_ssim":["Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon","United States. Continental Army. 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B. (John Beale), 1727-1804","Peter, Thomas, 1769-1834","Washington, Augustine, 1718?-1762","Corbin, Lettice, approximately 1715-1768","Montgomery, John","Boatswain (Ditcher)","Wooster, David, 1711-1777","Gibbs, Caleb, 1755-1818","Lewis, John, 1747-1825","Lewis, Betty Washington, 1733-1797","Lewis, Fielding, 1725-1781 or 1782","Randolph, Edmund, 1753-1813","Washington, Thornton, approximately 1760-1787","Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826","Bushnell, David, 1740-","Craik, James, 1730-1814","Triplett, William","Washington, George Steptoe, 1771-1809","Giles, approximately 1750- (Postilion)","Moustier, Eléonore-François-Elie, marquis de, 1751-1817","Gray, Davy, 1743?-","Washington, Harriot","Charlotte, active 1782- (Seamstress)","Clendenin, George, 1746-1797","Green, Thomas (Carpenter)","Nicolas, Lewis","Monroe, James, 1758-1831","Snyder, G. W.","Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852","Washington, Mary Ball, 1708-1789","Washington, Bushrod, 1785-1830","Washington, George Corbin, 1789-1854","Fairfax, Sally Cary, 1730-1811","Grier, David","Lewis, Warner, 1720-1779","Dickerson, Jonathan","Jefferys, Thomas, -1771","Green, John, -1757"],"corpname_ssim":["Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon","United States. Continental Army. 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B. (John Beale), 1727-1804","Peter, Thomas, 1769-1834","Washington, Augustine, 1718?-1762","Corbin, Lettice, approximately 1715-1768","Montgomery, John","Boatswain (Ditcher)","Wooster, David, 1711-1777","Gibbs, Caleb, 1755-1818","Lewis, John, 1747-1825","Lewis, Betty Washington, 1733-1797","Lewis, Fielding, 1725-1781 or 1782","Randolph, Edmund, 1753-1813","Washington, Thornton, approximately 1760-1787","Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826","Bushnell, David, 1740-","Craik, James, 1730-1814","Triplett, William","Washington, George Steptoe, 1771-1809","Giles, approximately 1750- (Postilion)","Moustier, Eléonore-François-Elie, marquis de, 1751-1817","Gray, Davy, 1743?-","Washington, Harriot","Charlotte, active 1782- (Seamstress)","Clendenin, George, 1746-1797","Green, Thomas (Carpenter)","Nicolas, Lewis","Monroe, James, 1758-1831","Snyder, G. W.","Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852","Washington, Mary Ball, 1708-1789","Washington, Bushrod, 1785-1830","Washington, George Corbin, 1789-1854","Fairfax, Sally Cary, 1730-1811","Grier, David","Lewis, Warner, 1720-1779","Dickerson, Jonathan","Jefferys, Thomas, -1771","Green, John, -1757"],"language_ssim":["English \n.    "],"descrules_ssm":["Describing Archives: A Content Standard"],"total_component_count_is":1015,"online_item_count_is":0,"component_level_isim":[0],"sort_isi":0,"timestamp":"2026-05-21T05:50:40.181Z","scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThis collection contains letters to and from George Washington that have been aquired by the MVLA since 1858.  For more information, see content note for individal items.   The collection grows organically as new items are acquired.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClerical copy of a deed for 1000 acres of land along the south bank of the Potomac River, Westmoreland County (the area became Fairfax County in 1742), Virginia, granted to Giles Brent, Junior. George Washington purchased the tract of land in 1760 and at that time may have acquired and annotated this copy of the 1654 deed. On the verso of the document George Washington's inscription reads, \"1 copy, Richard Bennett, esq., grant to Giles Brent for 1000 acs. of Ld. 6th September 1654.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington drafted this survey for James Hamilton in 1749.  Signed \"Washington, SCC\" (for Surveyor of Culpeper County), this survey details 350 acres on the border of Augusta County, Virginia, along the Cacapehon (Cacapon) or Lost River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned \"Washington, SCC\" (for Surveyor of Culpeper County), this survey details 400 acres of Augusta County, Virginia, along the Cacapehon (Cacapon) or Lost River.  The left section of the document's text has been lost, but a masterfully drafted plat and a scale of poles are intact on the right side of the page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHenry Trenn binds himself to pay £50 unless he \"make or cause to be made unto the above sd. Lawrence Washington ... a Lease for the Term of nine hundred ninety \u0026amp; nine Years of all the Land which is at this present overflowed by the sd. Washington Mill Dam included within the sd. Trenn Bounds on Dogue Runn ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned \"Washington, SCC\" (for Surveyor of Culpeper County), this survey details 400 acres of Frederick County along the North River.  These lands originally belonged to George Nixon who assigned them to David Wood, on behalf of Daniel Wood.  The latter assigned the lands to Dr. James Craik, George Washington's friend and physician, and Philip Bush in 1771.  Washington recorded the survey in his field book on April 14, 1750, but may have incorrectly dated the finished document which reads June 14, 1750.  It is one of 49 he completed within a month beginning on March 30, 1750.  \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eChainman John Lonem is also named on the survey.  Washington frequently worked with Lonem, who was known as a reliable and speedy worker.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand survey for 730 acres in Frederick County, VA, by George Washington for John Grub. Autograph document signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlat of 360 acres, with prose description of measurements on adjacent leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlat map--Long Marsh Run 633 acres.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand survey with 2 plat maps by George Washington for Gersham Keyes, detailing two tracts of land on Evitts Run in Frederick County, VA. One tract contained 109 acres and one 100 acres, which was part of a land parcel granted to Lawrence Washington, George Washington's half-brother. Three additional names listed of those who assisted with the survey - Robert Worthington, Michael Sweim (chainmen -'C.C.') and William Davis (marker - 'Mr.'). The first two lines at the upper left, not in Washington's writing, describe conveyance 'by deeds from Mr. Lawrence Washington to Keyes' with an added date of August 14, 1751. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartial land survey, missing plat, by George Washington for Benjamin Rutherford, concerning 292 acres between the head of the South Fork of Bullskin Run and Opequon Creek in Frederick County, VA (now Jefferson County, West Virginia). Two additional people are listed in the document: James McCarmick and John Ramsey (C.C.- chainmen). Benjamin Rutherford assisted with the survey as the marker 'Mr.' Docket indicates that this land was later granted to George Hyatt. Autograph document signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartial land survey, plat map only, by George Washington for William Mullin concerning 247 acres on Mill Branch, a branch of the Cacapon River in Frederick County, VA (now Jefferson County, West Virginia). Docket indicates that this land was later granted to Thomas Hollowell. Autograph document, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA survey of 269 acres made for the tract's future owner, William Nayler. The land on the Cacapon River which is now the NW border of West Virginia and Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington wrote this letter to Lieutenant-Governor Dinwiddie as he prepared for his first military appointment, an expedition with 160 soldiers to the forks of the Allegheny, Ohio and Monongahela Rivers. He requested supplies, uniforms, clarification of pay for troops, and offered his personal observations of Native Americans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document divides Lawrence Lewis' slaves between Col. George Lee and the brothers of Lawrence Washington. It is signed by GW, George Lee, Ann Lee, and Aug. Washington. Witnessed by William Fairfax, George William Fairfax, Robert Merrie, John Dalton, Thomas Plummer, John Tuberville, John Carlyle, Sarah Carlyle, and Bryan Fairfax.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington wrote to Smith and provided a list of subscribers, including himself, to the American Magazine and Monthly Chronicle for the British Colonies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocuments detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington wrote this letter to George William Fairfax to inform him of Major Grant's unfortunate expedition to Fort Duquesne. Washington describes the circumstances of the attack, the significant number of men and officers killed, and concludes: \"It is with infinite pleasure I tell you that the Virginians, Officers and Men, distinguished themselves in the most eminent manner - that the General has Complimented me publickly on their good behaviour, and that every Mouth resounds their Praises. The Highlanders and them are become one People, shaking each other by the hand wherever they meet tho. perfect stranger's.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpects to be up [to Mount Vernon] tomorrow -- Miles sent to get key from Col. Fairfax -- Alton to get house in order, make fires in lower rooms and air them -- two bedsteads put up, one in hall room, one in little dining room -- get out chairs and tables and clean and rub them and stair case -- find eggs and chickens and \"prepare in the best manner you can for our coming.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Given to Mr. [ ] Clemson - January 24th 1832 at Mount Vernon by Mrs. Jane Washington supposed to have been written soon after his marriage and Braddocks defeat.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCourt decrees that Sale of William Clifton's lands to Thomas Colville and George Johnston to be put aside, and lands are to be sold at public auction to pay off his just debts to Charles Carroll and other defendants. Washington G.W. bought this land at auction, and it became his River farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Washington writes to his brother-in-law Burwell Bassett. The letter was carried to Fredericksburg from Mount Vernon by Miles Richardson, who had been one of Washington's batmen in the Virginia Regiment during Forbes' Campaign of 1758. Richardson was hired by Washington, most likely as a valet, from January 1, 1759 – May 10, 1759.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eWritten within the first year of Washingotn's marriage to Martha Dandridge Custis, the letter mentions visiting John Mercer to sort through papers related to the estate of Martha's late husband Daniel Parke Custis. Washington writes that he will bring Martha with him on the visit in case she is needed to answer any lingering questions about the Custis estate.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eWashington also asks Bassett to procure a horse brand for George William Fairfax from James Danworth and to purchase canary seed for Martha's birds. This is the earliest known reference to pets at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSending an envoy to pick up a Chestnut mare which Colonel Bassett has purchased. Urges him to visit at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of sundry goods ordered by George Washington consisting of a variety of items inlcuding furniture, textiles, clothing, food, and tools. Many of these purchases are related to Martha Washington and her two children, John Parke Custis and Martha (Patsy) Custis, due to the Washingtons' recent marriage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"I endeavourd to find out the true bounds of my Mount Vernon Tract of Land - but not knowing where it divided from Spencer's part of the River, nor being able to find harrison cornr Ash mentiond in his Deed to stand on the River side at the Mouth the Blind Pocoson - I began at two Ash trees and Elm ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWeekly reports of work done by carpenters, with prices charged on most \u0026amp; for whom work was done--also account of breeding mares (?) and acct. of staves, tools, nails, leather, etc. loaned or given out--acct. of days of work done by John Askew, list of things needing to be repaired by carpenters--quantity of cider, brandy \u0026amp; peach mobey in each still--\"An Account taken of the Days which John Askew missed working for Collo. Washington in the Six Months pr. agreement which says is to be made up by the said Askew ...\"--Brandy delivered to Thomas Nichols.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter deals with Washington's negotiations for the River Farm, then called Clifton's Neck. Clifton has sold land to Mr. [Thomson] Mason for a greater price after promising to sell it to him first--was told that Clifton had no clear title to land--nothing in writing, but terms agreed on--George Washington thinks only equitable way is to put up land for public auction, so all disputants will have equal chance to purchase it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand document written and signed by George Washington regarding his ownership of Mount Vernon. This document was the final rent payment before George Washington full inherited the property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports the sale on behalf of the Commissioners, G. Fairfax, G. Washington \u0026amp; Chas. Green of the Clifton tract to George Washington at auction for L1210.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotice of the sale of the Clifton Land [River Farm] to [George] Washington\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement of cash and bills paid and in hand as a result of Court order in Chancerty pursuant to suit of Clifton vs. Carroll and others.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington writes to Robert Cary and Company, British creditors, about the severe drought and therefore the inability to grow tobacco and grain this season. George Washington also shows frustration with the time it takes to receive supplies from Great Britain and to ship his crops to them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMountain road lottery ticket\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoutain Road ticket\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e12 month ticket signed by George Washington as an official of the lottery. Tickets were sold to raise money to open roads from Virginia West to help in the settlement of the West.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEngraved ticket, signed by George Washington as an official of the lottery. Purpose of the lottery was to raise money for Virginia to build roads to the western part of Virginia, thus opening up tracts of land further west for development.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEngraved ticket, signed by George Washington as an official of the lottery. Purpose of the lottery was to raise money for Virginia to build roads to the western part of Virginia, thus opening up tracts of land further west for development.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEngraved ticket, signed by George Washington as an official of the lottery. Purpose of the lottery was to raise money for Virginia to build roads to the western part of Virginia, thus opening up tracts of land further west for development.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEngraved ticket, signed by George Washington as an official of the lottery. Purpose of the lottery was to raise money for Virginia to build roads to the western part of Virginia, thus opening up tracts of land further west for development.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten receipt for the purchase of a horse \"for the use of Master Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Invoice of goods to be sent to Geo. Washington Potomack River, Virginia\"--items ranging from nails and curry combs, and almonds and raisons to lace, ribbon, silk, and a coat made up for a \"middle sized woman.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends [Latin] books to Master [John Parke] Custis, who forgot them--[Jacky's] illness (worms)] call Dr. Mercer if symptons return--how is the boy taking his unaccustomed absence from home:--does he need anything?--his bed and bedding--didn't mean for [Boucher] to give [Jacky] special indulgence or partiality, but feels he should have as little disapation and indulgence as is necessary to good health and spirits--he meant merely that if [Jacky] were kept under [Boucher's] eye he would benefit from [Boucher's] good examples--however, he realizes every parent's anxiety for child makes same request--so withdraws his request--[Boucher's] letter to Revd. Mr. Addison forwarded by Dr. Ramney\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"To the Revd. Mr. Baucher in St. Mary's parish Caroline City\".GW, doting stepfather, sends absentee excuse for Jackie Custis's late return to school after the holidays.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington's land agreement with George Mason, dated April 21, 1769.  George Mason lived at Gunston Hall, which is located just below Mount Vernon on the Potomac River in Fairfax County.  Surveys inherited in Washington's day were often inaccurate and this land agreement settled a long-standing dispute concerning the boundary line that divided Mount Vernon from Mason's property.  This folio incorporates both a legal contract and the elements of a survey that Washington himself undertook in 1769 to settle the inaccurate western boundary of the lands between Dogue Creek and Little Hunting Creek. The one page document is written in a clerical hand and is endorsed with George Washington's signature.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA caring and involved father, George Washington wrote this letter to his stepson's tutor, the Reverend Jonathan Boucher. In it he instructs his ward's tutor to enroll John Parke Custis with a particular dancing master. Written from Mount Vernon on April 24, 1769, Washington states, \"In respect to the Dancing Gentry, I am glad to find you have such choice of them, …Newman...I have heard him well spoken of as a teacher in that Science… you will be so good therefore Sir to enter Mastr Custis with Mr. Newman for a year or otherwise, as he may form his School.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinancial ledger account written by George Washington and documenting transactions between Washington and John Posey, from October 1765 to June 1769. Includes a 1767 bond between Posey and George Mason with George Washington as security. As a result of the forfeiture of this bond, Washington acquired enslaved people as well as 'sundry stock, goods [and] chattels' from Posey. Hercules Posey was one of the enslaved people acquired through this transaction. Washington signs at the conclusion 'E. Excepted pr Go: Washington, Copy of an Acct given to Mr. Grayson, Sept'r 19th 1769'. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlat \u0026amp; Memorandum of a survey made by George Washington for Capt. John Posey\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoneys expended and received on behalf of George Washington by [probably a manager or overseer].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement for lease of 7 acres of land by John Posey to George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to Carter Braxton, Esq, and the trustees of Colonel Bernard Moore. Washington agrees to be answerable for the sum of £100 in order for Colonel Moore to purchase enslaved people, 'for the immediate support of his family'. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for 1 pound, 1 shilling paid by Edward McGuire for James Commack to defray the cost for a land survey for 200,000 acres allotted to the Virginia Regiment by Dinwiddie's Proclamation of 1754. Receipt text in another hand, signed by George Washington. Autograph document signed, small sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Carlin was a tailor in Alexandria. His account book is among our treasures and includes entries for clothes made for the Washington's, members of the Mount Vernon household, and other Virginia customers such as the Fairfax's, George Mason, and David Ramsey. Entries for George Washington span from 1765 to 1771 and this receipt corresponds directly to entries in the account book.  The services on the receipt include 'making a suit for Frank' and 'altering a pr. Lether (sp) Bretches to Giles.'\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount : George William Fairfax with Craven Peyton\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"It is an easier matter to conceive than to describe, the distress of this family; especially that of the unhappy parent of our dear Patsy Custis, when I inform you that yesterday removed the sweet Innocent girl into a more happy and peaceful abode than any she has met with in the affected path she hitherto has trod.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of cash sent Mr. Francis Willis, draft on Osgood Hanbury \u0026amp; Co., to Mr. Ramsey for postage, to Truro Parish for Fairfax's pew.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington carefully drafted this elegant west elevation of his Mount Vernon mansion.  It provides insight into Washington's plans for the second major expansion of his home.  The elevation has wide doors and nearly symmetrical windows, while the final construction favored transom lights and the powerful exterior asymmetry of windows, preserving the symmetry of the interior rooms.  The undated manuscript was probably drafted prior to construction, which began in 1774.  This is the only extant exterior drawing of the mansion made by George Washington.  On the verso, also in Washington's hand, is a floor plan for the mansion's cellar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory note for George William Fairfax's pew at Truro Parish. The document is signed by George Washington who served as an agent for Fairfax.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSummary of pleas with case starting on May 18, 1772; other action taken on Feb. 22, 1774, and Mar. 23, 1774 -- final judgement given May 17, 1774-Savage ordered to pay £606.17.6. Document, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over heraldic device), docketed \"Washington vs. Savage - Record\". | [As trustees for Mrs. William Savage (formerly Mrs. Charles Green) Washington and Fairfax were attempting to collect the money which her husband had promised in regular payments. Mason stood as security for the bond]. |\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington endorsed this account of his financial transactions with the prominent Alexandria merchant William Herbert. A frequent visitor to Mount Vernon, Herbert was an Irish immigrant who married Sarah Carlyle and later became the President of the Bank of Alexandria. Herbert signed this two page account and Washington endorsed it on the verso. The transactions recorded here date from March through July of 1775.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for making coat and waistcoat, breeches, altering a coat and breeches, making another coat on a later date, and making a suit of regimentals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFears for the cause and for his character if he fails--Congress in Committee have consented to a Continental Currency \u0026amp; have ordered 2 million dollars to be struck off for payment of troops \u0026amp; other expences of defence--15,000 men voted as a Continental army, \u0026amp; he hopes more will be voted--other high officers not named yet--asks him and Mrs. Bassett to visit Mt. Vernon and take Mrs. Washington down to [Eltham] with them--uneasy at leaving her alone at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes a short letter before leaving for camp at Boston: \"I go fully trusting in that Providence which has been more bountiful than I deserve, and in full confidence of a happy Meeting with you sometime in the Fall ... I have not time to add more, as I am surrounded with company to take leave of me. I retain an unalterable affection for you, which neither time or distance can change. My best love to Jack and Nelly, and regards for the rest of the Family ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a directive to his managers on subjects of responsibility during his absence\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpense report titled 'April 4 1776 An Account of Expences of His Excellency General Washington v. Guard, Waggons, horses, [and] waggoners, [etc etc] from Cambridge to New York - with several bills'. This report lists 24 expenses incurred by General George Washington and his Lifeguards on the journey from Cambridge, Massachusetts, to New York between April 4-13, 1776. Includes towns such as Providence, RI, and Norwich, CT, along with the amounts spent at each location and vendor names, taverns, etc. The total expense listed is £86.14.5. Autograph document, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions on keeping the enemy from crossing the river [Delaware]--plan for a retreat towards Philadelphia if necessary--send a spy across the river--make a show of having fresh troops to gain time--get someone into Trenton for news of boats being built.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed assessments of George Washington's accounts primarily during the Revolutionary War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInforms Cook of the problems of the army in enlisting new recruits and obtaining arms. Intent of Hessians to leave R.I. winter quarter and Continentals' need to raise more men to protect States. Begs that each state meet its quota of troops.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresents her with a lock of hair.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Washington writes from Fishkill [N. Y.] to New York governor George Clinton. Abuse of citizens in this state by army officers -- ordered boat containing Mr. Cuyler's family and belongings to be stopped short of Fishkill -- those aboard shouldn't be permitted to review the works at West Point -- sends by express packets addressed to Clinton and [government of N. Y.], sent down by flag -- they contain extraordinary Manifesto and proclamation -- if boat with Cuyler's effects is to return, write General Putnam -- he [George Washington] returns to Fredericksburg [N. Y.] this afternoon. Document signed, in hand of (?), docketed \"Genl. Washington Letter Octr. 8th 1778, concerning a Flag sent from New York for Mr. Cuyler \u0026amp; his Effects \u0026amp;c with a Manifesto of the Commre at New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWritten from Fredericksburg, NY, Washington orders delay of Canadian expedition, but continued preparation for it; civil treatment of Native Americans; winter weather.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington writes to Lund Washington from his headquarters in Middlebrook, NJ on 1779 April 3; makes arrangements for a shipment of fine Bordeaux claret; discusses financial matters concerning the estate of George Mercer; referenes the exchange of two slaves between Mount Vernon and his mother's home in Fredericksburg; questions Lund on the status of planting and propogating of trees, admonishing him for not answering some of his early queries and questions his management techniques; reports that things are slow on the war front and a recent storm impacted British transports.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWhile encamped at Middlebrook, New Jersey for the winter of 1779 George Washington wrote this letter to Nathanial Greene about trading one of his horses for another.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePersonal letter to Lund, expressing the General's feelings about the general \"decay of public spirit \u0026amp; virtue\", which is contributing to the severe economic problems of the time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to Arthur St. Clair regarding instructions for handling British soldiers without assistance from other divisions. Uncertainty over British movements and intentions prevented St. Clair from settling on a course for his division.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to General Edward Hand requesting Hand to return to the encampment at Morristown from his Lancaster home during the winter of 1780. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter asking Lund Washington for legal advice relating to a chancery suit depending between Mr James Mercer \u0026amp; \"the persons for whom I am acting as Attorney.\" He believes that Lund has a better understanding than \"[his] own knowledge of these kind of proceedings is capable of affording...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: a chariot Washington has ordered made in Philadelphia at £210 specie or paper equivalent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports death of Don Juan Mirailles [Spanish envoy] who came on visit with Minister of France and was seized on arrival with \"a violent biliary complaint\" -- died despite best care of physicians and himself -- present his respects to [Mirailles's] lady. Autograph letter signed, watermark (J. Taylor, \u0026amp; an encircled armed figure). | Navarro was Governor \u0026amp; Capt. General of Cuba.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington acknowledges Biddle's resignation from his position and praises Biddle's duty as an officer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLund's late trip to Philadelphia--British \u0026amp; French fleets arrived--few recruits--promised aid from states will probably arrive too late--fears [Mt. Vernon] crops may be ruined by drought--how many colts are there?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington, in the hand of  Tench Tilghman, to Major Judah Alden. The letter is sent from Washington's headquarters, Passaic Falls, New Jersey. The correspondence lays out an elaborate plan of attack meant to fall into the hands of the enemy. The \"misinformation\" was a spy tactic in hopes that it would be intercepted and throw off British forces.  The body of the letter is in the hand of Tilghman with the exception of one line by Washington's reading, \"but are not to make fires or discover themselves.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter in Alexander Hamilton's hand, signed by Washington. Washington issues orders for Colonel Christopher Greene's First Rhode Island Regiment, which included formerly enslaved African American soldiers, to march from Newport to West Point under Rochambeau. Washington writes, \"only come on with such officers as are to remain in service on the new arrangement and such men as engaged for the war, or at least for a term, that will last through the next campaign. The other men you may dismiss, unless the Count de Rochambeau should find any employment for them where they are now.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnquiring about a transaction of bills to have been deposited in the Virginia Loan Office. Also, requesting a good family Steward be employed for the Washington family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington to Benjamin Tallmadge, 8 April 1781, in which Washington asks Tallmadge to transmit a letter to Rochambeau.  Washington contemplated a daring raid on the British troop on Long Island.  \"The success of the Enterprise,\" Washington wrote to Tallmadge, \"must depend, on … the secrecy of the attempt, and a knowledge of the exact situation of the enemy.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to Joseph Webb, regarding Martha's health and thanking Webb for his hospitality at his home in Wethersfield, CT. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe warrant requests Pickering send 200 pounds from British Military Chest to Col. Edward Carrington for the Southern Army.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJust returned from a Committee--will accompany her to Mr. Bingham's tomorrow afternoon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Washington writes about the sorrow he felt when Chastellux departed to return to France: \"A sense of your public services to this country, and gratitude for your private friendship, quite overcame me at the moment of our separation.\" Washington adds, \"I truly say, never in my life did I ever part with a man to whom my soul clave more sincerely than it did to you.\" Washington hopes that, after the war, he can accompany Chastellux on a tour of North America. In the postscript, Washington writes that he is enclosing a letter to Marquis de Lafayette.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWritten from Newburg, NY, Washington supports financial plight of soldiers, in spite of brewing conspiracy against him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to Theodorick Bland, written from headquarters at Newburgh, NY. Writing several weeks after the events of the Newburgh Conspiracy and Washington's Newburgh Address, he discusses the disbanding of the Continental Army and the need to resolve Army pay and pensions.  Washington speaks candidly about the urgency of the situation: \"the necessity of fulfilling this Expectation of the Army affects me so exceeding forcibly, that I cannot help dwelling upon it, nor is there in my present apprehension a point of greater Consequence, or that requires more serious attention\". Autograph letter signed, 11 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter, George Washington continued with an update on the changing and hopefully improving state of affairs in America.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of introduction on behalf of George Washington's \"nephew... who has been in bad health for more than twelve Months—He is advised by his Physicians to spend the summer on the Island of Rhode Island for the benefit of the Sea Air \u0026amp; Climate—\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDischarge from the American Army, signed by George Washington and Jonathan Trumbull.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSergeant Henry Leider's discharge certificate from the Continental Army.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"An Acct. of Mrs. Washington's Expences from Virginia to my Winter Quarters \u0026amp; back again to Virginia according to the Memms. and accts. which I have received from her \u0026amp; those who accompd. her\"--expences amounting to £1064.1\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCost of things bought in Philadelphia by Mrs. Washington\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinceton. In this letter, after successfully commanding the Army, George Washington discusses his strong desire to retire and concludes the letter with updates on the state of independence and his continued travels to explore western lands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Penelope French, Benjamin Dulany, and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier with some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMount Vernon. In this letter, after returning to Mount Vernon on Christmas Eve 1783, George Washington enthusiastically remarked that he was finally able to retire.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces the Count de Laval Monmorency, brother to Duke de Laval and Colonel in Regiment of Royal Auvergne--he is on a tour from Charleston to New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill be careful of letter and box for Mrs. Fitzhugh--leaves city immediately after meeting of the Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington thanks Gordon for sending him newspapers from Boston and mentions issues he is having with people settling on his lands near the Ohio River, which is he is about to leave Virginia to take care of.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for rents owed and paid by Henry Whiting on account of plantation rented from George Washington for 11 years by Whiting's father.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to Edward Snickers accepting his offer to manage the leasing of land purchased from the sale of Colonel George Mercer's estate. Washington sends a map of the plots and a copy of the lease (not identified), summarizes the terms of the lease, and shares his hope that Snickers finds tenants who will become long-term residents rather than see the land become 'Negro Plantations' rented to an absentee landlord. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington acknowledges receipt of several letters from George Augustine Washington at Barbadoes and Bermuda.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaf from a notebook kept by George Washington suggestions which includes improvements and experiments in modern farming techniques and inventions from experts of the time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans for the Greenhouse quarters drawn and annotated by George Washington about 1785\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum notes that Quarters to be 16' wide; half of that with 4' projection sufficient width for greenhouse; chimneys and where to place them; in front part of greenhouse need 2 tiers of windows; windows close together; chimneys in quarters; front of quarters might be wood with brick underpinning--center or greenhouse part all brick to the eves; rafters same angle; describes how to place windows in greenhouse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaf from a Mount Vernon ledger.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlease forward enclosed letter ... requests current cash prices of good plank (inch, inch \u0026amp; quarter, inch \u0026amp; half) in Alexandria ... if vessel presently in harbor and has some for sale, master should call at Mount Vernon ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocketed \"Rough field Notes taken by George Washington in running the courses of the Land bot. from George \u0026amp; Jas. Mercer\".\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e[reverse of document dated Mar. 5, 1785, Patrick Henry to George Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Washington responds to a former Revolutionary officer's request for assistance. Washington offers to provide a certificate of service to Weissenfels if he can first send a testament of services from his commanding officer, Governor George Clinton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington discusses terms for hiring new miller Joseph Davenport who will replace miller Roberts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDaily expenditures from cash fund on hand, and money received, with detailed explanation of some receipts and expenditures.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the purchase of shares of stock in the Potomac Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnyone recommended by Mr. Powel is welcome at Mt. Vernon--encloses letter from an unknown gentleman [this was a Mr. Charles Vancouver, desiring to dedicate a publication to George Washington]--investigate to see what others think of author \u0026amp; his project.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Powel's advice has made him write Mr. [Charles] Vancouver, declining dedication of his publication--hopes to see Dr. Mayes, Powel's friend, on return from Caroline--Mrs. Macauly Graham's journey to the south--Mrs. Powel's letter to his nephew [Bushrod Washington] in Fredericksburg will be cared for.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMount Vernon. George Washington opened this letter with a response to Chastellux's previous flattery, he continued with his hopes for peaceful trade and poetically outlined how nations might accomplish such a noble task, and he concluded with his plans for the Potomac Navigation Company, further identifying peaceful trade as a means of uniting nations.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of condolence on Gov. Trumbull's death [Jonathan Trumbull Sr.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington contracts in advance to purchase all 1,000 bushels of wheat from Mr. Battaile Muse. Purchased for George Washington's mill. Paid 6 shillings per bushel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington first asks Gilpin for the use of a scow with which he intends to dredge mud from the river bottom for trial as fertilizer. Then he goes into some detail about the making of a water level and staff which he desires, \"I have joiners that could execute the wooden work ... but my Smith is too great a bungler to entrust anything to him, ...\" Washington asks Gilpin to have the iron work done for him, or, if he thinks it preferable to make the complete instrument for him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter discussing the \"Agricultural Society of Philadelphia,\" also known as the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington hopes to trade 25 barrels of fine flour for \". . . a she ass from Surinam, . .\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA character testimonial on behalf of Mr. Booth, (of Westmoreland Co., Va.).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003efragment, endorsed \"Rect. No. 149 Walker Blunt Block Maker\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresents Rev. Mr. Griffith, who owns much property in Alexandria--he wants to borrow money to build--good securities--would not hesitate to make loan himself, had he the money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, Mount Vernon. Washington writes that he has only just received Trumbull's letter and enclosure of Feb. 20, and he hopes Trumbull will make his southern tour and visit Mount Vernon. Washington mentions the marriage of George Augustine Washington and Fanny Bassett, who are living with him, and encloses a letter for Mr. Dwight. This is Rev. Timothy Dwight, who sent Washington a copy of the \"Conquest of Canaan.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCovers period April 23-29, including \"6 half Johan. and half a Guinea to pay Mr. Buchanan my dividd. of the cash for the James River Navigation and recd. from his office 426 dollars in Indents (paper) for Interest on my Loan Office Certificates emitted in this state of Virginia.\" Includes money paid for rum, wool cards, G. \u0026amp; L. Washington's schooling [Samuel's children], flour, ferriage, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel, Mount Vernon to Whitehaven. Washington writes that he received 1400 Flags with small breakage, sent £50 bill on Wakelin Welch, and will settle for balance before Mr. Sanderson leaves country.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with address panel. Mount Vernon to New York. Washington thanks Taylor for the apples and pickled and fried oysters that he sent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMount Vernon. In this letter, George Washington sends his congratulations to David Humphreys on return to America [from London] and invites him to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to Richard Sprigg regarding husbandry and breeding a donkey. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter signed. Mount Vernon. Sends several letters of James Bloxham's--Bloxham undecided about staying longer than a year--\"In a word he seems rather to have expected to have found well organized farms, than that the end and design of my employing him was to make them so.\"--if Bloxham's wife is to come, let her come on ship to Alexandria or nearby ports--she can pay for seed, implements, etc., and be repaid in Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport from George Washington to the Potomac Company shareholders. Written during Washington's term as president of the corporation, it provides updates on the progress of the company's work and a reminder that stock payments are due soon. Includes a discussion of works at the Seneca and Shenandoah Falls as well as the cutting of a canal at Great Falls. Provides a reminder of the appointed day for electing a president and directors for the ensuing year. Autograph document in unknown handwriting, signed 'In behalf of the Directors,' by George Washington, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. Mount Vernon. Washington asks Digges if he would inquire among his friends on the Eastern Shore, Maryland \"if I could be furnished with one thousand feet of the best plan plank; precisely 24 feet long (when dressed) - To be without sap, or knots. - It is for the floor of my New room.\" Years before Washington had set aside some like lumber but \"behold! half of it was stolen, and the other half will match no plank I can now get.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges Peale's receipt of Golden Pheasant. Sent body of French Hen. Wishes Peale success with mezzotinto prints.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncloses copy of the Vision of Columbus which he promised--his copies just came to hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor 3 ruffled shirts, 1 plain one, 4 stockings, 1 pair breeches, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvising him that he will discharge the balance owing--Mr. Morris will have his agent in New York pay $840, about £325.6. as per account of January.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegrets hearing that George Augustine Washington is ill, wants him not to do more than he can safely do. Instructions about Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill call for her in carriage in hopes of accompanying her to Lansdown this evening.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for inquiring into prices of painting and lining carriages--he has employed a Mr. Clark to repair chariot--well spoken of--can see progress every day when passing his workshop in the Square.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington appointed George Augustine Washington manager of Mount Vernon in his absence. The letter gives detailed instruction of farming Mount Vernon, as well as decorating the mansion, improvements to farm buildings, supervision and care of the servants, miscellaneous purchases.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas perused contents of enclosed--finds it good and just, and thinks they will meet with favorable reception of his nephew [Bushrod Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Dear Sir, I have this moment been favored with your letter and with out date from Prince Georges County and have ordered the Jennies to be delivered to Mr. Dove--hoping both will prove with foal. Royal Gift never fails ...,\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists the names, occupations, and salaries of 86 workmen on the Potomac Company canal near Harper's Ferry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces Mr. and Mrs. [Samuel] Powel of Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe Powel's safe arrival in Philadelphia [after visit at Mt. Vernon]--the Mr. Morrises [Robert and Gouvernor] visited on way to Richmond--hopes to hear of the [Pennsylvania] state convention's decision on Federal Government--Spanish chestnuts--will send more about the 1st of October next year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for seeds--glad Caleb Hall did not come from England--thanks for offer to send blacksmiths \u0026amp; mill wrights, but needs none--no benefits for people of that kind to come over--\"Whenever we have a regular \u0026amp; firm government established the prospect for these people will be much more pleasing.\"--Bloxham well.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThoughts about various states debating ratification of Constitution--generosity of landholders in county of Philadelphia in proposing it for seat of Federal government.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington passes on some information about Irish wolf dogs to Carter which he received from an Irish gentleman. George Washington does not think that mastiffs will fulfill the purpose of hunting wolves which Carter apparently wants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter, George Washington reveals his humorous side after learning of Chastellux's recent marriage and Washington ended the letter with important information on the Constitution and methods of united the now new nation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to dinner for Monday, May 19, 1788. Answer is requested.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks her for her composition in his honor--new government--hopes those of her sex will introduce federal fashions and national manners instead of following foreign manners and fashions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington introduces the Count de Moustier, from the Court of France, and the Marchioness de Brehan, who are returning to New York and propose to pass through Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntrodues [Ferdinand] Fairfax, son of [Bryan] Fairfax, his godson--he goes to Philadelphia to complete his studies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington advises his nephew about his contemplated move to Alexandria to set up a law practice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter discussing Bushrod renting George Washington's townhouse in Alexandria, as well as the stable and garden.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington grants his nephew, George Augustine Washington, power of attorney during the former's absence from Mount Vernon. George Washington was preparing to take office as first President of the United States, and George Augustine Washington acted as manager of Mount Vernon during George Washington's first term. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and John Fairfax.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill from President to Mr. Lewis\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresidential appointment to Redman as customs collector at the port of Yeocomico River in Virginia. The rest of the document is filled in by Tobias Lear. This appointment followed the first Tariff Act of July 4, 178\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn September 3, 1789, George Washington sent this letter to Edmund Jennings Lee inviting him to dine at Mount Vernon along with John Marshall and Bushrod Washington. Marshall had recently returned from service as peace commissioner to France and Washington hoped to persuade him to run for Congress in the upcoming election. Lee must have declined this invitation, because his name is not recorded in Washington's diary among his dinner guests that evening.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvises Stuart, as administrator of estate of John Parke Custis, to let Mr. Alexander have disputed land [J.P. Custis' \"Abingdon\" estate] back and pay him a fair rent for the time it was out of his possession -- has no time to give reasons -- Martha Washington adds her approval at bottom of letter in short note and signature.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAuthorization of expenses needed for the return of Hugh Taylor, a fugitive indentured servant, to the Potomac Company from Alexandria to Great Falls in November 1789. Document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSorry to find the report on the Hessian Fly to Maj. Jackson has been recalled--hasn't written Mr. [Arthur] Young about it--is informed, especially in Connecticut, that fly is now in wheat too--it is a pity farmers won't stick to yellow-bearded wheat, which is immune.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed on card from President Washington and Mrs. Washington--not filled out.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWritten in George Washington's hand, this note is extracted from a letter from George Augustine Washington to George Washignton.  The letter gives length of bolting cloth now in the mill--Col. Biddle observes has the difference between cloth and reel covered with coarse linen.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks to Society for letter and present accompanying it -- beneficial consequences to rural economy from prizes awarded -- Mr. Matthewson's improvements in art of cheese making. Signed by Washington, though not written in his hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConsents to agreement with Mr. Alexander in order to avoid a legal decision -- forwarded it to Lund Washington -- question of assumption not taken up yet -- it has been fully discussed and majority will be small on whichever side wins -- will not send the original papers [pertaining to above agreement] to him in Williamsburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount amounting to £51.6.2 for ice and \"mouls\" of ice cream.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew York. Autograph letter signed. Washington writes in response to a letter from the wife of Lafayette requesting a brevet commission at the rank of captain for Joseph-Léonard Poirey, a French officer who served under her husband.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes, \"And you will, I dare flatter myself, do me the justice to believe that I can never be more happy than in according marks of attention to so good a friend to America and so excellent a patriot as Madame la Marquise de la Fayette. Nor did she need any excuse for making use of her own language to be the interpreter of so much politeness \u0026amp; persuasion as she has found means to convey in one short letter. In truth that language, at least when used by her, seems made on purpose to have fine things communicated in it; and I question whether any other, at least in the hands of any other person, would have been equally competent to the effect.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived his letter by Mr. Robert Parish -- declines proposals for dedicating the travels of William Bartram to himself, as it sets a bad precedent -- however, approves book and adds name as a subscriber.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter cover only, signature has been clipped\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn a trip from Mount Vernon to Philadelphia, Washington complains about his coachman, Dunn, who has given many \"proofs of his want of skill in driving ...\" and \"... this Morning was found much intoxicated.\" Lear is asked to make inquiries after a new driver.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Gov. Clinton's letter of 26th containing news from Capt. Brant of the expedition against the Indians which was ambushed [Gen. Harmar's expedition] -- sounds true but awaits more news -- our force ought to have been large enough to tackle a force of 1,000 or more -- friendly sentiments of Capt. Brant -- his account of Gen. St. Clair not true nor the account of affairs at Muskingum -- Brant tried to prevent any treaty -- St. Clair wanted no more land than already given -- treaty of Muskingum.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eImpossible to arrange an exchange of property with Ball, who wishes to have land held by George Washington in Berkeley County. Not possible because property leased to tenants and value greater than Ball believes it to be. Would be willing to work an exchange, however, for some of his land west of the Alleghany River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for Feb. 21 and April 2 for Best Bourbon Coffee, amounting to £8.15.4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes to the Mayor of Alexandria saying that an accurate survey is necessary of 10 miles square in question [the land for the Federal City] -- has engaged Mr. Ellicott to make it -- hopes corporation of Alexandria, Virginia will give all necessary help.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWhile on his Southern tour, Washington writes to Lear that \"I am perfectly satisfied that every necessary and proper step will be taken to procure a good Steward, and a good House keeper ...\" for the Philadelphia household. Orders a garden worker to be paid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresents one set of the Annals sent him by Mr. Arthur Young to the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture as requested.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMajor George A. Washington gone to Berkeley so he will address him [Whitting] on Mount Vernon matters -- send weekly reports -- corn at the mill should be ready -- gather this corn \u0026amp; stalks together for fodder -- plant this meadow in grass -- further instructions on harvesting and seeding -- all autumn grain and grass to be put in as soon as possible -- wants an overseer for Dogue Run, a man with a small family -- house for overseer, can move one from the Mansion to Dogue Run easier than build a new one, add a brick chimney -- this was originally at Dogue Run -- instructions for Tom Davis, bricklayer, about \"the other Wing of the Green House\" -- be sure brick work on old \u0026amp; new walls coincide exactly -- instructions for Will, \"if ... is not likely to provide shoes enough for the Negroes in due Season\" -- clover -- use the barn floor to tread wheat -- not to use Mr. Lund Washington's smith for work on Harrows, Mt. Vernon's smiths are competent -- how is wheat crop -- if 335 bushels all? -- crop short indeed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes to his Mount Vernon overseer about farm matters; mentions crop rotation system, decreasing productivity of land, wheat experiments, mill production, and missing horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes to North Carolina's Governor that he has received letter with notice of cession of land in North Carolina for building lighthouses -- mentions recent southern tour -- thanks him for reception in North Carolina -- object was \"To see with my own eyes the situation of the Country, and to learn on the spot the condition and disposition of our Citizens.\" Written in the hand of Tobias Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks her for sending enclosed \"Strictures \u0026amp;c\" to him to read -- it hasn't caused him any pain -- he regrets author didn't spend some of time investigating the facts instead of writing the pamphlet. If he had done so, the author \"might have found many of his charges as unsupported as the 'baseless fabric of a vision'\" (quoting from The Tempest, IV,1). The pamphlet referred to was \"Strictures and observations upon the three executive departments of the government of the United States...\" by Massachusettensis ([Philadelphia], 1792).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation from George Washington to Mr. Gilbert. Partially printed. Filled in by George Washington. Mr. Gilbert, who is invited to dine at 4:00, is unidentified. Engraved invitation does not include phrase \"and Mrs. Washington\" like others issued at the time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePressing public business causes delay in answering letter -- thanks for information he requested on genealogy of Washington family -- returns herewith will of Lawrence Washington as she desires.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington will gladly accept one of several tubs of grape vines from Madeira if Mr. Powel doesn't need them all -- a vessel sails for Alexandria in a few days -- will send sundry parcels to Mt. Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses plantation management.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Washington denies a request from his neighbor to hunt deer on his property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas heard that Maj. Harrison of Loudon County intends selling his land adjoining George Washington's in Fairfax -- Washington wishes to buy for sole reason of ridding himself of the \"villainies\" which are performed by those tenants who occupy Harrison's land -- land no good for a farm -- if he can get good price make the bargain, so long as title is clear and not under any encumbrances of leases.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContracts services for one year-house carpenter and Joiner should conduct themselves soberly, honestly and deliberately-duties: superintend Negro carpenters, use proper care with tools, keep an account (in a book) of needs and things done, should set a good example, and will remain at work from light to dark-pay is 10 pounds a month- George Washington will provide: meat and meal or flour, tools, quarters, and will pay taxes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses copies of earlier letters to Lewis, in case originals miscarry -- has written Mr. [Anthony] Whitting at Mount Vernon not to sell the stud horse, but deliver him to Robert Lewis -- Lewis's aunt (Martha Washington) joins in sending greetings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill pay small sum in Amsterdam -- encloses bill of exchange drawn by George Meade on Henry Gildermeester in his favor – 2,310 guilders in Dutch currency -- will remit second exchange by British packet slated to sail on 6 February. With this sum, Washington transferred money to a Dutch banking firm in order to assist the family of the Marquis de Lafayette, who had been captured by Prussian forces as he fled France in August 1792.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlease convey enclosed letter to Madame La Fayette \"if you know where she is to be found\" -- hold amount of bill sent subject to her order -- sent to Holland because reports in America say if Madame Lafayette is not there, it will be known where she is to be found.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on enclosed poem that contains birthday sentiments for Mrs. Powel. The poem was copied by Tobias Lear from a 1792 manuscript by the poet Elizabeth Graeme Fergusson. Mount Vernon has both the original and Lear's copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosed is second bill of exchange for 2310 guilders for Madame Lafayette.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived Parker's letter desiring to know terms on which he (Washington) would sell his Gloucester County land -- since he got it at valuation of £800 Virginia currency for part of a bond, he will sell it for same plus interest since 1789 -- Washington wants payment upon giving over the land, but some credit can be arranged.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived letter containing Mr. Bennett's claim against Colville's estate -- deals with George Washington's position as executor of Colville estate -- won't pay interest on debt thereof until court of Chancery decides whether it is just -- refers him to Mr. Keith of Alexandria who has papers dealing with estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses Col. Robert Townsend Hooe's letter relating to the Thomas Colville estate -- wishes to have final settlement of estate -- check Mr. Bennett's account with documents and see if it seems to be correct -- Washington thinks Bennett's claim different from what he remembered legacy to be -- has referred Hooe to him for details.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongratulations and best wishes on her birthday from both President and Mrs. Washington -- would have attended her party except for \"the late event which has happened in their family\" (the death of George Augustine Washington).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDinner invitation from George and Martha Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Dalton and daughter. Not in Washington's hand. Tristram Dalton was a friend and first senator from Massachusetts. Invitation was issued just prior to Washington's second inauguration in the Senate chamber.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington requires shells for lime to make mortar for about \"40,000 Bricks.\" Constructing Dogue Run Farm 16-sided barn. Asks his nephew if he hires out \"Negro carpenters by the year?\" Can he recommend carpenter overseer?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas little information re inquiry of Mr. Thomas Bowen--only man named George Harrison in area died 50 years ago--no children--widow married man named Posey--Harrison's land left to nephew John West, from whom George Washington bought it about 20 years ago--knows nothing of affairs of Harrison's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived letter from Wilkinson by way of Captain Abner Prior and shortly after the two kegs of fish from \"western waters\" [in Ohio] -- fish were fine and a novelty here.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy Brig Betsey, sends triplicates of letters of Jan. 30 and 31 and the third exchange for 2310 guilders for Madame Lafayette.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends plan of new federal district where the seat of government will be located -- \"It will serve to show you, and such as may have the curiosity to look at it, that whatever our present condition is, we have vanity enough to look forward to a better.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Washington is indisposed with a cold -- afraid she will increase it by going to the circus this afternoon -- President and rest of family will go to see exhibition of Mr. Ricketts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. David Clark, coachmaker in Philadelphia, has asked him to write informing Col. Washington that the coach he (George Washington) had with him in Charleston was made by Clark -- he has heard it was admired for its beauty and is made of good materials -- Mr. Clark hears Col. Washington wants to have a coach made and he desires the job.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSince Mr. de Barth has not made stipulated payments for land bought of Washington, lying on the Kanawas, Washington suggests canceling the bargain instead of bringing measures against De Barth for payment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived from Arthur Young two sets of his Annals, numbered 98-108--presumes one set intended, as usual, for Agricultural Society of this city--accordingly, sends them to him as president.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInquires as to price and availability of the best clover seed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAt request of several gentlemen of his acquaintance, Washington introduces Dr. Edwards, who is going to Europe for his health and to obtain knowledge of agriculture there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Arthur Young has written that the several accounts collected by George Washington of agriculture in this country \"have set him afloat on the High Seas of conjecture with respect to the Agriculture of this Country ...\" -- \"and, as you had a hand in setting him afloat, it is but fair that you should lend your assistance to get him landed again\" -- sends enclosed extracts from Young's letter and desires Peters to answer queries -- Young has been prevented by the war from coming to this country to study himself the agriculture and see what can be done along that line.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgrees to Hooe's offer for flour -- will order Anthony Whitting to make delivery in Alexandria, but wishes because of harvest time that Hooe would take delivery at his mill or on river opposite -- market for flour is not falling as Hooe says, but only a temporary drop due to lack of vessels to take it to European markets -- had heard of William Shepherd's intent to apply to Loudon Court to condemn George Washington's land on Difficult Run -- encloses a copy of earlier letter to Col. Powell on subject.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHereby conveys a letter from Warner Washington III as he promised -- the younger Warner is destitute for funds in this city.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnlarges on recent letter of Mrs. Washington's (dictated by him) relative to the estate in Berkeley -- in accord with provisions in George A. Washington's will, advises settling a second plantation in Berkeley including some land in Fairfax County, as a grass and small grain farm -- advises on getting tenants and drawing up contracts -- she should ask advice of George S. Washington -- Anthony Whitting's decline caused by consumption necessitates visit to Mt. Vernon but public business presses and visit will be short.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Anthony Whitting -- needs Tilghman's help to procure new manager -- thinks a good one may better be found on Eastern Shore of Maryland than elsewhere -- gives qualifications for the job -- lists several people in Tilghman's neighborhood whom he has had recommended -- among them is William Pearce [later manager of Mt. Vernon] -- doesn't want to lure any away from present jobs, unless they had intended leaving anyway.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAt the time of this letter, Washington was serving his second term as president and was living in Philadelphia.  His nephew, George Augustine Washington, had served as farm manager for the previous seven years but died in 1793.  In need of a new farm manager, Washington considered his nephew, Lawrence Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eConcerned that Lewis was too inexperienced for the job, Washington remarked on the necessary qualifitcations necessary: \"…so little haveg it in my power to visit, or attend to my private concerns, that it becomes extremly necessary (besides fidility) to have an experienced \u0026amp; skilful man, of some weight, to manage my business; one whose Judgment is able to direct him in cases which may arise out of circumstances that can neither be foreseen, nor previously guarded against.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eWashington continued, \"What the age of Mr Lawrence Lewis is—what opportunities he may have had to acquire any knowledge in the management of a Farm. What his disposition, whether active or indolent. Whether clear in his perceptions, \u0026amp; of good Judgment. Whether sober \u0026amp; sedate, or fond of amusements and running about—with other queries which might be asked, as well applying to a young man Just entering on the career of life; are all matters to which I am an entire stranger; and if you can give me information respecting them, I shall thank you. You will readily perceive that my sole object in these enquiries is to ascertain the competency of a character to whom I should commit an important trust; consequently, going no farther, can operate nothing to the prejudice of my Nephew, whatever, in confidence, you may say to me on the foregoing points and such others as may occur to you.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eWashington instead hired a more seasoned farm manager, William Pearce.  Pearce served as farm manager until 1796 during which time Lewis came to stay at Mount Vernon and worked in some managerial capacity, but the official farm manager by then was James Anderson.  Lewis eventually married Nelly Custis in 1799 and lived the remainder of his life at Woodlawn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas heard from Mr. Robert Lewis that Crow desires increase in wages -- since he had best crop last year at Union Farm, Washington will raise him to £40 per annum as an encouragement, but will not raise him any higher hereafter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests that Mercer forward deed from \"yourself \u0026amp; others to me\" if it has been duly executed and recorded.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas given James Keith a draught on Col. Hooe for £140, the amount due Keith for his trouble in Colville estate -- asks that Hooe deduct it from what is due George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis was acting Estate Manager for George Washington at Mount Vernon. The letter contains instructions for various farm activities and personal advice to young Lewis on how to write better reports.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e100 guineas a year for superintendant of Mt. Vernon--recommends that Pearce visit the estate--to determine if all is to his liking-George Washington expects to be at Mt. Vernon on the 20th of Sept.--gives directions, mileage, stage schedule--speaks of worthless overseer to 8-10 Negro carpenters--hopes to replace him by New Year's day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWon't sell land on Difficult Run in Loudon County except for very high price -- was in treaty with a Dutchman for it for £60 per annum -- would want double what Lewis offered for the Frederick County land because when Shenandoah River is made navigable, lands near it will increase greatly in value\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces Tobias Lear, who leaves George Washington as Secretary after 7 years -- Lear is engaged in a mercantile scheme -- recommends him to Short's kindness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces Tobias Lear, who goes to Europe to carry into effect his plans for an \"extensive commercial establishment\" at the Federal City -- Lear can explain his long delay in writing -- encloses Mr. Richard Peters' and Mr. Thomas Jefferson's answers to his queries about American agriculture -- if there are any questions, ask Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends their regrets that Mrs. Powel cannot accompany him and Mrs. Washington to Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington's nephew's widow has decided to move--Pearce and his family to move into Mansion--repairing of Mr. Crow's house--recommends Pearce residing in the right wing (the Hall)--list of things at his disposal --authorizes Pearce to acquire ploughs and any other tools --outlines benefits of Pearce's early arrival.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington comments on the disagreeable conduct of the French minister Genet, who seems to want to involve the U.S. in war. The situation has \"test[ed] the temper of the Executives.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeals with involved estate of Samuel Washington and his last wife, Susannah Perrin Holding Washington -- had been undecided whether to try to get estate from Mrs. Washington's family in favor of his niece Harriot who was left very little -- will reach an agreement -- \"Pay me one hund. pounds which I shall give to my niece for her immediate support, and I will quit claim to all the Negros which belonged to Mrs. Saml. Washington ...\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn attachment has been served against Washington -- despite Mercer's orders to the contrary, collectors present notes against Mercer's brother's estate to George Washington's manager for Payment -- brought bond and mortgage of Mercer's late father and brother from Philadelphia, and will exchange them for land -- asks whether his (Washington's) signature necessary on the instrument.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter George Washington has decided to engage superintendant of carpenters for another year--could not find anyone to relace-comments on man who looks after the house people, ditchers, etc.--after winter, Pearce can decide to remain at Mt. Vernon or live elsewhere--construction of house for Mr. Crow--Negro children forbidden to enter the yards and gardens (excluding the children of cook and her husband the Mulatto Frank).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington's general thoughts and directions on government of Mt. Vernon--Mr. Howell Lewis will remain until Pearce's arrival--farm needs much manure---plans to go largely with buck wheat as a green manure---has requested for 450 to 500 bushels for seed--does not wish to go largely with corn--plans to sow a good many oats--keeping no more than half for seed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington instructs Pearce to take an exact account of the stock, tools and implements on each of the farms--to purchase a proper (bound) book in Alexandria for accounts--insists on the correctness of these registers--outines work of the carpenters: complete the new barn at Dogue Run, etc.--comments on live fences: cedar, lombardy poplar, and willows--hogs and sows--wants to reclaim and lay grass to the mill swamp--clover lots--potatoes--McKoy and Tom Davis--directions for lots on Muddy Hole, Union and River farms--Cyrus a slave at Mansion house--Muclus a slave--Will, a kind of overseer--stresses the need to regulate wagons and carts at the Mansion--Ehler the gardener and an agreement as to where he should eat--Lucy the cook--instructions to provide Negroes with as much meal as they can eat without waste--provisions of fish--directions for killing and preserving the hogs--clover timothy and orchard grass--post and rail fence from the Miller's house to the trunnel fence--barrier against bad neighbors--breaking of the steers to the yoke--oxen--asks for the return of large stone jars (which were filled with spirits)--wants an inventory of articles in store at Mansion--the Jack and stud horse--superfine and fine flour--allowance of meat and meal--paying of debt--overhauling the Seins now rather than in the Spring.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCourse of crops--objective was to recover the fields from exhausted state-manure-buck wheat-Indian corn-comments on the insufferable conduct of overseers-Col. Ball of Leesburgh promised to send buck wheat-commends on poor quality of common oats brought from Eastern shore-garlick and wild onions-complains about overseers not doing much fall plowing--has little dependence on overseers when left to themselves-gives directions on how Pearce is to treat overseers-warns Pearce not to be like Mr. Whiting, who is said to have drank freely-GW's observations of his overseers: Stuart, Crow, McKoy, Butler, Davy and Thomas Green.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWritten in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge. Washington describes his Mount Vernon estate to the English agronomist in great detail, as he is considering leasing four of the Mount Vernon farms. Includes his description of Mount Vernon: \"No estate in United America is more pleasantly situated than this.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington sends two bank notes of one hundred dollars each for Mr. Butler--is upset that the ice house was not filled during the late freezing spell--wants to know quantity of oats that have been thrashed--instructs them to get seeds from the gardener--has sent a bundle of Poccon or Illinois nuts via Mr. Jefferson--East India hemp seed for sowing--inquires as to the appearance of the growing wheat--using Mr. Whiting's memo book, Mr. Dandridge will settle Mr. Butler's account.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington inquires of condition and shelter of stock at Dogue Run and Union--instances of misconduct of Crow and McKoy--informs Pearce that he is taking on Butler again. Observations on various agricultural things. Asks about the carpenters at Mrs. Fanny Washington's. Informs Pearce that in the Eastern states, horses aided by oxen do the plowing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCrop rotation plan--hopes to bring fields into a profitable state of cultivation--mentions Mr. Stuart's suggestion that the good fields be planted with corn and poor parts with buck wheat--sending 14 bushels of clover seed--suspects that Negro seedsmen are taking toll on seeds--manure to Mansion house for oats, grass and potatoes--fences at River farm--Thomas Green taking fine flour from the mill--payment of a hundred dollars to Mr. Dulany--rent due to Mrs. French for year 1793-wages for 1793 due to estate of Mr. Anthony Whitting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of a letter from George Washington to John Hamilton Moore thanking him for a copy of his book 'The new practical navigator'. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington speaks of Mr. Butler's agreeable work and conduct--French furze--construction of substantial fences--pigs--planting of clover and buck wheat--wants to know of the appearance of the growing wheat and barley--progress on the new race at the mill--honey locust seed--white bent seed--inquires about the amount of St. Foin and India hemp seed--stresses the importance of selling cattle before it is too late--attending to their breeding--Mrs. Fanny Washington asks to rent her fishing landing--conditions of rent--Col. Ball must have the three shoats he requested (a boar and two sows)--payment of wages to Stuart, Crow and McKoy--intends to build dairies at both Union and Dogue Run farms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington mentions the death of Stuart's daughter--gives directions for repairs of the house in Alexandria--comments that cedar posts, chestnut or cyprus rails are better than oak--concerned about the idleness of his carpenters--barn at Dogue Run--discusses the increase of lambs reported by the overseers--a missing report of Mr. Stuart is requested--sending payment from Philadelphia of Mr. Lewis' order to Mr. Ross--white bent grass seeds received--Ehler the gardener--directions for labeling new seeds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington assents to Pearce's request to meet his children in Baltimore--payment of wages to Mr. Stuart--enclosed some early colliflower seed, sent by Mrs. Washington--promises to send copy of advertisement of terms on which jacks and stud horses are to cover--mentions Crow's inattention to stock in regards to sheep sheering--St. Foin seed and India hemp--hares being destructive--lucern--enclosed three bank notes for Rev. Mr. Muir and Mr. Hartshorne--warns not to take mares from the jacks until paid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding his annual contributions to the Alexandria Academy--Washington wishes to know what indigent or orphaned children have attended and what their progress has been, especially since he has only once received such a report.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFollowing up on his previous letter, Washington writes that he has not had any response from Simms or James Keith regarding the Thomas Colvill estate, nor of the cash sent to Simms, nor has Washington received the documents he had requested from them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington explains horse advertisement--care of the youngest jack and mules--Peter--tells Pearce to keep an exact account of all mares and jenneys that go to the jacks--Mr. Prescot of Loudoun (or Fauquier) owes yet for last year--speaks of Mr. Lewis' account that the new visto is opened much further than intended--instructions to buy as much good Oznabrigs--for the making of clothes for the Negroes--requests a sample of the linnen--comments on the price of midlings and ship stuff and superfine and fine flour--corn--breaking of the ground in the fall.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington approves the use of his own people in repairing the house in Alexandria--warns that putting the fence posts too distant will cause the rails to warp--glad to hear of Green's finishing the barn at Dogue Run--comments on the grain falling from the treading floor--lucern--directions for preparing--St. Foin and India hemp--impossible navigation has prevented him sending the promised clover and other seeds--hopes to send next week.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot possibly appoint Spotswood's son John as commander of a frigate over older and experienced officers--perhaps can make him 2nd or 3rd lieutenant--on recommendation of Mr. Brooke and others, Mr. Lawrence Muse appointed as Collector of Rappahannock [Cty] to succeed Hudson Muse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, two pages plus cover page with Washington's presidential frank. Washington writes Ball regarding a shipment of goods that he expects will soon depart Philadelphia after some delay. The shipment includes clover seeds and cocoa bean shells, latter intended as a gift from Martha Washington to Ball's wife, Francis (Fanny) Washington Ball, the daughter of George's brother Charles. Finally, Washington encloses an advertisement for the stud services of his prized livestock, the horse Traveller and donkeys Knight of Malta and Compound.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis has given him no information on Washington's lots in Winchester and Bath, Virginia [the latter now Berkeley Springs, W.Va.]--he wishes a list of all tenants, what they owe, and how they stand--asks Lewis to post copies of enclosed advertisement in area, especially at Leesburg and Fauquier Courthouse--Mr. Prescoat [Prescott] owes for last year's stud fee and a long pasturage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington gives directions regarding the purchase of linnens for the enslaved people--suggestions for determining how far apart the boards on the threshing floor should be in the new barn at Dogue Run--cultivation of the drilled wheat--clover seed, furze and other promised articles are on board the Sally Captain--Col. Gilpin--onions and garlick--might get some oats from Notley Young, esq.--gives directions for the enclosed Nankeen cotton seeds--P.S. (page 3): wrote Col. Ball and Mr. Robert Lewis, welcome to send a mare or two to either of the Jacks or the Horse--P.S. (page 4): March 17, delay in departure of the Vessel [Sally], may alter delivery route--5 bushels of Plaster of Paris to be tried on clover. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington complains that the overseers did not plow in the fall--success of the crop--running rollers over the grass and wheat--spring barley--Wayles the Brewer in Alexandria--winter barley--Col. Ball is late with the buck wheat--ponders the distance between sections of the floor at the new Dogue Run barn--furnishing Mr. Smith with fish from the landing--prices--securing enough fish for the use of the people there--asks about quantity of wheat--tobacco stored in Alexandria--inquires about Pearce's family arrival--sending, on the next vessel, nine bolts of Oznabrigs--it is cheaper there than in Alexandria--gives directions on receiving payment from Col. Lyles and instructs where he is located--sending three pounds of lucern seed--directs Pearce not to accept anything but the whole sum from Col. Lyles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington decides that the space between boards on the treading floor of the new barn at Dogue Run will be an inch and a half--suggests that the oats may be tread on the same floor--will send three and a half bushels of a peculiar kind of oats--appearance of the drilled and other wheat--comments on the fine weather during March--winter barley--St. Foin and hemp--Abram--warns of Crow's not able to be trusted--warns of lack of water should mill race not be completed--Washington's sister Lewis of Fredericksburgh is allowed to have one of the unbroken mules.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington is glad to hear that Pearce's family has safely arrived at Mt. Vernon--hopes that change of air will help to restore the eldest daughter to health--writes of the capture of vessels by the British--followed by the embargo--fall in provisions--price of flour--threshing of wheat--purchasing salt before the prices get higher--it is not Washington's expectation to stop ploughing in order to roll the grass and grain--breaking of steers--inquires of the young grass planted last fall--defends the imposition of garden seeds--provision for providing clothes for the young gardener at Alexandria--chance for lambs is bad--rams--instructions for shearing time--paper for the rooms in the house--plastering and white washing--orders for Thomas Davis to paint the houses--lower portion a stone color and the roof red.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRare for Washington to answer letters applying for appointments, but because of personal regard and former public association he is replying to this one ... lists 3 reasons which explain his silence re: applications for appointments: (1) requests are so numerous and courteous replies require too much of his time; (2) courteous answers could be interpreted to mean more than was intended; (3) at the time of his Inauguration \"... I resolved firmly that no man should ever charge me justly with deception ...\" has never committed himself on an appointment until all information and circumstances have been examined ... on a purely personal basis without involving his public character or the Country, Washington has responded to a request of McHenry's ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington asks Deakins to examine contents of enclosed order and tell him the price the tobacco would fetch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresidential pardon signed by George Washington and issue to David Blair. The Customs Act of 1790 specified procedures for collecting duties on imported goods and standardized the sizes of containers for certain imported goods in order to facilitate easier taxation and reduce fraud. For instance, run was required to be imported in casks of at least 50 gallons. David Blair's attempt to import rum from Barbados in casks smaller than 50 gallons resulted in the forfeiture of his vessel. Washington's 1794 pardon of Blair remits this forfeiture. Signed by Edmund Randolph as Secretary of State. Manuscript document signed, with embossed paper seal, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington expresses his being sorry to learn of Pearce's not being well--discusses the amount owed to the estate of Mr. Anthony Whitting--Col. Bassett--Mr. Lear--the private papers of Mr. Whitting--his heir Mr. Ring--ready to sow buck wheat at all the farms--inquires of progress of oats and grass seeds--rain twice last week--dry in Philadelphia--instructs Pearce not to grind more wheat because of the embargo--flax--clothes for the Negroes--wool--warns Pearce to be cautious of pilferring.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington expresses confusion over dimensions of the rooms in Alexandria house given by Thomas Green--flax seed--regulate the grass lots at Dogue Run farm--potatoes, oats and clover for the support of the stock, the Mansion house and for sale--demands particular attention to the penning of the stock--willow--informs Pearce that 5,000 white thorn plants are being sent by Mr. Lear on the ship Peggy from England--other fruit trees--lima beans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeclares that Mr. Thomas Digges was during the Revolution and since a friend to the United States--Digges sent him intelligence and helped prisoners escape from England back to this country--Digges was thought to be in pay of Dr. Benjamin Franklin--Washington never knew his loyalty was questioned, though he has now disputed with Franklin over accounts--John Trumbull, in England during Revolution, declares that Digges aided the American cause.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites the answers to queries regarding injunction by one John Henshaw, arising from estate settlement of George Mercer--John Tayloe, George Mason and George Washington were given power of attorney by Mercer and others in England. Washington writes that \"It is really hard that I am so often called before Courts in matters in which I have no interest; but am continually saddled with the expence of defence.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington is sorry to hear that the ship Peggy has not arrived from England with his 5,000 white thorn plants--Mr. Lear's fruit trees--hoped that Pearce had discharged Green when he found him drinking--he sets such a bad example--never got an account of last year's corn--buck wheat--potatoes--preserving the apricots--does not want to because his family will not be at Mt. Vernon at all during the summer--hopes to, assuming public business permits, make a flying trip through Mt. Vernon after the rising of Congress--papering the ceiling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSending paper for two lower rooms in house--warns Pearce to wait until plaster is thoroughly dry--Green--instructions for the payment of the Sheriff's and Clerk's notes--Mrs. Fanny Washington--cut the hay and grain in time at harvest--be attentive to the drilled wheat--secure it in the seed loft at the Mansion--approves of sowing the first lot in the mill swamp with buck wheat and timothy--corn--grass--mentions Pearce's complaint of bad pastures--wool of dead sheep--inquires about corn, oats, buck wheat and clover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCrops suffering from drought--Mr. Dandridge--oats on last vessel have disappeared--has enclosed four small papers of seeds which have been sent from a curious gentleman in Europe--keeping of clover for seed--buck wheat--timothy--heavy cost of these in the markets of Philadelphia--value of various grasses--clover ought to be well cured before stacking--Crow--both cattle and sheep will benefit from turnip--asks about the drilled wheat and common wheat--ought to be ripe by the 8th or 10th of June--there are two kinds of wheat in drills at Union--inquires if Plaster of Paris was spread--hides of the dead cattle to be tanned by the old man Jack--skins of the dead sheep--Mulatto Will making shoes--Mrs. Fanny Washington--four missing heads of tobacco--Mr. Whitting--surveying in the fall--Mr. Minor--hopes to be at Mt. Vernon by the 10th of June--selling of a horse--health of slaves discussed--Sam, Doll, several spinners, Ditcher Charles--awaiting the arrival of the Peggy and the white thorn plants and Mr. Lear's fruit trees--high price of flour--embargo.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington lists and describes lands that he owns on the Ohio, East side; on the Great Kanhawa; west of the Ohio; in Kentucky; in the State of Pennsylvania; and the Great Dismal Swamp--with acreage and asking prices of each--comments by Washington--he \"will let them go\" if sold together for £ 50,000, although separately they are valued higher--there follows a paragraph of description for each of the 8 tracts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCrops labouring under drought--2 or 3 fine rains have fallen in Philadelphia in past week--unfavorable account of the drilled wheat--great change and decrease in number of sheep since George Washngton's leaving 5 years ago--average fleece from 5 pounds down to 2 pounds--ship Peggy arrived in George Town with the white thorn trees and Mr. Lear's fruit trees--enclosed list for gardener--fence around slave quarters at Union farm--sent oats--on next vessel Washington will send paper for the house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests that Deakins endeavor to put a stop to trespassing on north part of Woodstock Manor in Montgomery County, Md. which fell to Washington's share in division of William Sprigg's property--also requests information on tenants and farms on his share.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Deakins for trees imported in the \"Peggy\"--but season probably too far advanced for them to live--enclosed is note to Francis Deakins regarding Washington's land in Woodstock Manor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGlad to hear of rains--will give a different appearance to oats and flax--rains may enliven corn and buck wheat--fears for any grass that may have been cut--little is expected from white bent grass--save as many of the other grasses for seed--drilled wheat and common wheat--deception with respect to potatoes (210 bushels instead of 418) is an example of how little others can be trusted, black or white--Washington knows of the existence of place in Alexandria where pilfered items can be sold--corn--clover--turnip seeds--midlings and ship stuff--Mr. Douglass--will not be at Mt. Vernon until at least the end of the month.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLambs were not to be sold--if any were, Washington never received the money--plans for the selling/care of the sheep--never kill the females--comments on those who would go against his plan--his absence has afforded them the opportunity--overseers not allowed to sell any animals--Mr. Stuart's selling butter--Washington never entertained an unfavorable opinion of Stuart and always a bad one of Green--Mrs. Stuart fraudulently furnishes butter for McKnight's Tavern--Mrs. Fanny Washington and the dampness of the cellar in the Alexandria house--Davis and his attendants taking a week to complete a job that should have taken a day--Mr. Oneill from Chester County--a freestone quarry near the lime kiln--Tom Davis and Muclus--Thomas Green--bad example for the carpenters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePeople write Washington with all manner of requests and he never fails to answer, despite all his public business--he requests information from Fitzgerald on matter mentioned in enclosed letter from Mr. Smith--asks him to send information and the letter back.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington plans to leave Philadelphia on Tuesday and will probably reach Mt. Vernon either Sunday or Monday--bringing two white waiters with him--one is a hostler and the other attends to Washington--tells Pearce to try the turnip seeds to prove their goodness--preparing ground for a seed that never vegitates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington appoints [...] to collect his rents in counties of Fayette and Washington in state of Pa. The name and amount of salary left blank. Washington enclosed this power in a letter of same date to Presley Neville, desiring him to fill in name and amount himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinual disappointment in collection of rents in Fayette and Washington Counties, Pa. forces Washington to place the matter in other hands--he directs Cannon to hand over list of tenants, etc. to [...]. (The name left blank in original and letterpress copy. Washington enclosed this in letter of same date to Presley Neville, leaving to his discretion the person to appoint to the task.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGW arrived in Philadelphia on Monday--travelled all day through a constant rain--sorry to hear that wet weather interupts work--especially plowing--buck wheat should be plowed in while it is still green and succulent--corn--wheat--oats looked good when he was home--hopes weather does not injure--grass--scythes--hay--replenished with good seed--scratched in with harrows, or rakes with iron teeth--hopes for considerable profit from meadow ground--Capt. Conway of Alexandria sells 400 pounds worth of hay annually--planting corn at Mill swamp not for the sake of the crop but to prepare for grass--the bridge leading to McKoy's house--those parts of the large meadow enclosure at Union farm to be set with grass as soon as possible--fine timothy--instructs Pearce to write memorandums to remind himself of Washington's directions--Mrs. Fanny Washington taking possession of Alexandria house--Mr. Oneill--quarry--send butter and wood to Mrs. F. Washington--measuring of stone--Peter--mules--last Oct., Washington supplied all farms with a complete set of plow beasts (horses or mules)--raising mules for value--night rides and treading wheat will deprive Washington of foals--Lancaster--mares bought for breeding put to work and other rascally treatment by overseers--Sarah--Mr. Lund Washington's receipt for 500 pounds--has heard of illness of Pearce's eldest daughter--should be prepared for the unfortunate event--is satisfied with Pearce's conduct--list of Washington's favorite objectives--Mrs. Washington requests one dozen of the best hams and half dozen midlings of bacon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShip Passport written in Dutch and English, signed by George Washington and Thomas Jefferson, from the schooner Elizabeth, dated July 14, 1794.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrequent rains, not too heavy or too long, will be the making of the corn and buck wheat--directions for plowing wet fields--examine the shocks of wheat frequently--inquires of the quantity and quality of oats--timothy--clover--give John the gardener a dollar on the last day of every month, provided he behaves well--is glad to hear that Pearce's daughter is feeling better--wants to know why Betty Davis and Doll are more than half their time on the sick list--care of grass seeds--little garden by the salt house--Crow, McKoy and Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCultivation in corn of the lots in the Mill swamp--corn is not so much an object with Washington as meadow--rushes, alders and other shrubs--inquires of the corn (grown, shoot well and look promising)--particular care taken with the seed of rare ripe corn Washington sent home--Butler--grass seed sown with flax at Union farm--Mr. McNeil (Oneill)--quarry--use of the young mules by the overseers and plowmen--inquiries for particular concerning Ruth, Hannah and Pegg--their being sick several weeks together.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount ledger with Bank of Alexandria (record of deposits and drafts) - holograph - 10 leaves - one page tipped in at end of ledger. This statement, dated March 20, 1821, concerns two of Washington's drafts to Samuel Washington in 1797 and 1799 for $ 1,000.00. Docketed on verso of final leaf: \"Stuart's Exers on Washington etc. Filed with Depon of Jas. K. McKenna 16 May 1821.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington has moved to German Town to escape the heat of Philadephia--has not rained at Mt. Vernon for a while--fearful that drought would damage corn--put off sowing wheat until corn fields are clean, light and in good order--preparing no more land for a crop than one can handle--whatever is attempted should be well executed as it respects crops--an essential object with every farmer ought to be the destruction of weeds--his arable and pasture ground should produce nothing but grain, pulse (if he raises them), vegetables of different sorts and grasses--timothy--inquiries about the clover which was sown with the oats at Mansion house--potatoes--Crow has been applying to Col. Ball for a place--McKoy--encourages Pearce to make an agreement with whomsoever will answer his purposes--should be industrious, sober and knowing in the management of Negroes and other concerns of the farm--someone to take the place of Thomas Green to oversee the carpenters--James, Muclus, Davis--description of this overseer--Butler--received bacon in Philadelphia--buck wheat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOats, wheat and clover at River farm--laying ground to clover as soon as possible--flour sold in Alexandria--woolen clothes for the people by the first of November--employment of all who can be spared on the new race at the mill--save time and water--sainfoin--potatoes at the Mansion house--gardener is to save as much seed as he can from the everlasting pea--this pea, when cut young, should make an excellent hay-drilled wheat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFavorable appearance of the corn--ground is in good order for wheat--buck wheat--hemp growing in the vineyard--inquires to the appearance of the potatoes--Kate (wife of Will) at Muddy Hole wishes to serve the Negro women (as a granny) on the estate--pay of 12 to 15 pounds per year--in the George Town Gazette it is written that holders of shares in the Potomac Company (treasurer William Hartshorn) are to give 12 pounds sterling per share--Washington holds 5 shares--Col. Lyles Bond--Crow and McKoy--comments on replacing them--Green--Butler--rare ripe corn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWorkers for the new mill race--comments on the newly hired overseer--Mason--Pine going to school in Alexandria--may fall into bad habits or company there--Mr. Butler--incompetent in his present position--inquires if Groves is married or single--asks about the turnips--inquires after Pearce's youngest and eldest daughters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington asks Lewis to send money from rents to payment of William Pearce in Alexandria, also rental accounts--rents may be applied to purchasing leases, but 10% won't be derived from money advanced--discusses terms of real estate transactions--transfer of leases illegal under Mr. Muse--pleased with Lewis's disposal of Bath and Winchester houses and lots and land on Potomac River, but wishes Lewis had sent the conditions under which they had been let--sends his love, and Martha's, to Mrs. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCol. Lyles bond--gives instructions on writing responses to his inquiries--drilled wheat and barley--the culture of the latter is more profitable than the former--directions for dealing with the ague and fever--Mr. Gunnel--Col. Simms of Alexandria--people have taken liberties with Washington's timber and wood during his absence--Mr. Pierce Bailey--selling a tract of land for 1500 pounds--discusses payment--Mr. Gill of Alexandria--Washington agrees to putting a still at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should contact Mr. Stuart if he has questions--young Boatswain.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeals with the estate of Mrs. Margaret Green Savage, and of her husband Dr. William Savage--Washington relates outline of case still under litigation, but refers Trenor to Rev. Mr. Bryan Fairfax as the one who has best knowledge of case and is still active in it as trustee--tells Trenor \"I have no more right to intermeddle in the Judicial proceedings of the Courts in this Country than you have.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Pyne wishes to be employed at Mt. Vernon--Washington leaves the issues in Pearce's hands--has enclosed a certificate for Mr. Butler--discusses his dismissal--directions for removing the Negro quarters at Union and River farms--warns Pearce not to wait too long.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturns [unnamed] pamphlets herewith--thanks for perusal of them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCol. Lyle's bond is discussed--Washington approves of Pearce's sowing early (or distilled) wheat at different seasons to discover the best for it--double headed wheat at Union farm--heavy rains--problems as a result of it--drains in all the fields that need it--Pearce has the ague and fever--young Boatswain--Washington warns that yellow fever may possibly be in Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington left German Town yesterday and arrived in Philadelphia--Thomas Green has quit of his own accord--Old Bishop should be taken care of--a decision about employing Pyne should be made without much more delay--McKoy--asks about the appearance of the stone quarry--possible replacement for Green--Washington hopes to get to Mt. Vernon before Nov.--may not be possible because of rebellion in the West (Whiskey Rebellion)--Mrs. Fanny Washington requests boards for a corn house--Mrs. Washington requests some artichoke seeds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington mentions a new road and that Pearce is to oversee it--has engaged a Scotchman to replace Green--he is to have Green's house, garden, etc.--James Donaldson and his family will embark for Mt. Vernon on the ship Capt. Mitchell--other directions and requests in regard to the new carpenter--Pyne--is sorry to hear of Butler's illness--GW leaves Tuesday for Carlisle--still hopes to be at Mt. Vernon before Congress meets.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington is glad to find that seeding of wheat is over--problems with the new road spoken of in last letter--Mr. Thompson Mason--advantages of new road for him--gives reasons for the construction of the new road--Crow--unproductivity of the ferries--questions if he will receive any advantage from the new public road.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum detailing a work contract with Mount Vernon carpenter James Donaldson, including his allowances for food, moving expenses, use of tools, use of a house, garden, and cow, and the privilege of the occasional absence, in exchange for his work. Donaldson was a white overseer of the slave carpenters at Mount Vernon.  Washington hired him for his \"sober and industrious\" nature, but soon learned that he was not a competent overseer.  Washington repeatedly wrote to his overseer at the time, William Pearce on the subject of Donald's inability to manage slave labor and Donaldson left Mount Vernon by November 1795.  Autograph letter signed by Washington and Donaldson, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington is 55 miles from Philadelphia on his way to Carlisle--comments that neither he nor Pearce is familiar with the management of buck wheat--on his current travel, Washington sees the crop on the whole road--it is cut down and remains in the field in very small cocks--presumes they will stay that way until the seed gets perfectly ripe--the potatoes too were every where digging.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington informs Pearce that he will not be at Mt. Vernon until spring--tells Pearce not to delay his trip to the Eastern Shore--disperse the stock which may be endangered by the winter--no more hogs put up for pork than such as are of fit age and size.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington returned to Philadelphia on Tuesday last--he expresses confidence in Pearce's care, judgment and integrity--repeats his objectives--regular course of crops; introduce grass where proper; make meadows and hedges; recover exhausted fields; improve stock--large dairies; make hay--these are much more desirable to Washington than to push the best fields out of their regular course in order to increase the next, or any other, year's crop of grains--which would eventually ruin the fields--expresses sorrow over the loss of Pearce's daughter--also, Paris and Jupiter have died--Pyne--McKoy--Washington does not expect much (in the way of overseeing the carpenters) from James Donaldson--Col. William Washington of Westmoreland--Washington repeats his observance of Donaldson--Green--housing the new family in the Green hosue--fodder was gotten in good time--corn yield--wants to know quantity of buck wheat--sorry to find that fly found in the wheat demands immediate threshing--wants Pearce to experiment with price of wheat in grain form or flour--cabins and quarters at Union farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePotatoes and corn are likely to turn out well--keep enough buck wheat and potatoes for seed--it is miserable for a farmer to be obliged to purchase his seeds--exchanging may be useful--prices for wheat and flour in Alexandria--Sally Green and her distressed circumstances--James Donaldson into the Green house--Pyne was more a talker than [a worker]--fall plowing--cutting up the fallen timber--hogs for sale--culled sheep--Mr. Hawkins left sundry cuttings of valuable grape vines at Mr. Lund Washington's--cultivate corn and rye--conserving trees at the Mansion house--clearing fields at Dogue-run.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosed thirteen hundred dollars--a bond from Mr. Lund Washington--fifty pounds to go to the charity school at the Academy in Alexandria--Washington's annual subscription of ten pounds to the Rev. Mr. Davis--incumbent of the Episcopal Church in Alexandria--Mr. Herbert.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives William A. Washington the desired information on seminaries and colleges to which he could send his children--one in \"this place\" seems to be doing Washington Custis no good at all--British overlooker of carpenters at Mt. Vernon seems unable to handle hands under him; Mr. Pearce might have to replace him--is there any chance of getting man spoken of before for the job?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters to Col. William Washington of Westmoreland--the easy and simple manners of Donaldson make him unfit as an overseer of the Negro carpenters--he should, however, instruct Isaac and the boy Jem in the principles of making and repairing all kinds of farming implements--quarters for a new carpenter overseer--Mrs. Fanny Washington--descriptions of people who Washington thinks should be obliged to stay at his Alexandria house--Doctor Craik--which wines to serve his guests--claret, madeira for very extraordinary circumstances--the use of his Mt. Vernon home by curious people--hogs for pork--some bacon for the Mansion--omission of McKoy not to measure his potatoes--Washington wants to compare the crop of corn and the crop of potatoes together--whether it is better to sell wheat as grain or flour--Mr. Minor--Col. Lyles--enclosed money to discharge Washington's bond to Mr. Lund Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington discovers that it is more profitable to sell wheat after being ground into flour--Sally Green is cautioned against dealing with Washington's Negroes--grubbing--leaving clumps of trees when clearing--corn will be much better than if growing among single trees--wants the total account of all farms of the corn--wants sheds with brick foundation, at Dogue-run erected for the work horses, oxen, etc.--will send four or five bushels of clover seed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProblems with the bond to Mr. Lund Washington--Mr. John Mercer--Mr. Randolph--asks not to have any more smith's work done there in the future--wages due soon--prices of flour (super-fine and fine)--crop of fodder has been great--should have a great deal of hay for sale--feeding of Washington's stock--potatoes and turnips--experiment with fattening bullocks--punishing trespassers on Washington's four mile run tract--progress on the new race at the mill--James Donaldson--treatment of visitors--use of wine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructs Lear to look in trunks at Mount Vernon for papers concerning the Potomac Company. Supports pushing forward navigation of river, seeks opinion of English engineer [William] Weston, also may consult [Richard] Claiborne's engineer. Acknowledges the opposition to Potomac Company plans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClearing ground for next year--asks if it would be better to have it well grubbed rather than cleaning the ground thoroughly--treatment of other like fields--No. 6 at Muddy hole--corn holes at the Mansion--orchards--directions on fences surrounding corn--clearing of woods--crop rotation--hopes Allison turns out well--possibly who Crow spent much of his time--erecting shed for the cattle by the new barn at Union farm--new sheds at Dogue-run--gathering thorn berries--Oneil quarrying stone at Mt. Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTotal amount of corn crop is 1639 barrels--stock gets 22 barrels per week--14 barrels weekly to the Negroes--totalling 233 barrels more than is made--it is from corn and wheat that Washington expects to pay overseers' wages and everything that needs to be bought--asks about the amount of oats that have been threshed--quantity of potatoes compared with that of corn to determine cultivation for next year--wants to hasten the manufacturing of all wheat due to the price increase--asks about the completion of the mill race--repairing the barn at Muddy hole--before the new barn at River farm is undertaken--brick foundations for the sheds at Dogue-run--is glad to hear so good account of Donaldson--spinning of wool--clean and dirty--allowance of provision for gardener and his wife--Peter--Mr. Lear of George Town--Col. Fitzgerald.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington forwards some papers to Lear relative to the Potomac River. He includes a drawing by a Mr. Claiborn describing a new method of lowering and raising boats without locks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFencing the ground at the Mansion house for corn--rotations for Dogue-run, Muddy hole and River farms--putting oats and clover in the ground where buck wheat grew this year--leaving two or three clumps of trees when clearing the wood at No. 5 at Dogue-run--for the purpose of shade and ornament--importance of reviewing old letters--carpenters preparing frames, shingles, etc., for putting in more dormant windows in the back of the stables at Mansion house--Washington hopes that with favorable weather the fall plowing is in great forwardness--house Frank and Lucy being idle when not at their specific tasks--cucumber tree--Mrs. Washington sending a present to the gardener's wife--death of Austin--Mrs. Stiles sending his Mare and all his things to Mt. Vernon--shrubs sustaning injury from the deer--preserving the pork--old Butler--honey locust seed--Doll at the ferry--price of flour in Philadelphia still at ten dollars a barrel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on Pearce's health--hopes that all the oat grounds will be in good order for early seeding--allotment of oats for Washington's horses when he comes to Mt. Vernon--asks about a fallen chimney that injured some Negro children--Doll at the ferry--ableness to work--rotation of crops at Dogue-run--asks about two plows that were sent to Mt. Vernon earlier--asks if they have been used yet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFall in prices of wheat and flour--inclosure for corn at the Mansion house--other fences and gates--Washington's plans for the two sheds at Dogue-run--Irish potatoes--will send a bushel and a half of clean honey locust seed--directions for these--French Will--Washington's supposed promised of freedom after seven years of service--Dick at Dogue-run.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDespite probable increase in value of lands because of great immigration, Washington has decided to sell his lands west of Allegheny mountains due to troubles with tenants and collecting rent--he gives Shreve first choice at land in Fayette County [Pa.] on which he now lives--specifies terms--if nothing is decided by the end of February, Washington will feel free to sell land Shreve is on to another.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington discusses discrepency with Miller's receipt--price of flour fell before Washington's was made ready for the market--wheat crop over all the U.S. was extremely short--price should rise again before the warm weather--Doctor Stuart--Col. Ball--inquires about the treading floor in the new barn at Dogue-run--a general rule being of leaving either single trees or clumps--gardener is allowed a fifth of what is sold from the nursery--death of Bishop--providing victuals and clothing for Donaldson's son--Donaldson should teach Isaac and the boy Jem in the principles of implements--filling up gullies--French's Will--Washington not too concerned with hunting him up--only as an example--Broad Creek--Bladensburgh--upper Marlborough--procuring seeds for the gardener--St. Foin--Mr. Lear--furze seed--Cale or cole seed--asks if the ferry people will have the field at Mansion house for corn--rotation--Mr. Lund Washington--indebted for fish--Austin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington sends her a copy of Jefferson's \"Notes of Virginia\" [Notes on the State of Virginia]--cannot find \"Dr. Franklin's Strictures on the abuse of the press\" among his remaining volumes of the Bee--he hopes to see her at dinner tomorrow.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCedar making a good hedge--cedar berries--proper season for removing cedar trees--had success when removing them in a deep frost--wants to experiment with keeping hogs in sties from pigs--death of old Betty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Styles--Austin--Washington doubts that the little old field at the ferry could be got in order in time for oats and clover--use it for corn, wheat and clover--agrees with the arrangement of fields Nos. 1, 3, and 6 at Muddy hole--immediate profit is not so much an object with Washington as the restoration of worn out and gullied fields--old clover lot planted with potatoes--manure the bad parts--advertising the horse and jack--can stand at last year's rate's--wheat fields covered with a thin layer of snow--has enclosed garden seeds for Ehler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurveying the four mile run--Mr. [Lund] Washington and Mr. Terret--Moses Ball--likely Washington will have more than 100 bushels of oats to spare--had hoped for three to four thousand--hopes the price will be higher than half a crown by the end of April--transplanting young cedars--make hedges--preparing a seed--lucern--use of a heavy harrow with sharp teeth--linnen to cloath the negroes--proper care and attention given to the bacon--Smith--Old Butler--tedious execution of work by the carpenters--Betty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington received Pearson's letter with 1st volume and part of 2nd of Memoirs of Academy of Arts and Sciences -- gives his thanks to members of the Academy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington has spoken to Mr. William Weston, an English engineer, about Weston's visiting the falls of the Potomac. Working \"on the Canal, between the Waters of Susquehanna \u0026amp; the Schuylkill [sic]\" Weston will be arriving via Baltimore. Washington regrets that it is too late for Weston to arrange to meet Lear at the confluence of the Shenendoah and the Potomac, as Lear had wished.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington was afraid the open weather (frost) would have injured the wheat--expenses of the estate covered by wheat--rolling the bad parts of a field--questions Pearce's surveying assessment of a plot--commiting a jack to the Eastern Shore--Mr. Charles Lee--Mr. Pearse Bailey--land property is rising fast in value--the number of emigrants--Col. Washington--oznabrigs--the Trial--Capt. Hand--high price of clover seed--scaley bark hiccory nut--Illinois nut--honey locust seed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSelling all the fish to one man is best--if Mr. Smith will give five shillings per one thousand for herring and twelve shilling in hundred for shad, Pearce had better enter into a written agreement with him--surveying the boundries--Mr. [Lund] Washington--cedar berries--oznabrigs--flax--Mr. Bayley--price of lands--especially those convenient to the federal city.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding some of Ball's land which he wants to sell to the government to build an arsenal--Col. Pickering thinks the price too high and situation too low down--Washington doesn't want to say anything more to the Secretary of War lest anyone think he is influenced by family connection--has never seen any such act passed by Virginia legislature as Ball mentioned in his letter of 19 December.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington expresses feelings of humility at praise of his work in Revolution and in the government--he gives all credit to \"the Great ruler of events\" and \"kind Providence.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWheat on the ground is in so unpromising a way--inquires to the look of the barley--roller--French's Paul--pains taken to apprehend and bring him to punishment--Dick--Betty Davis--Sarah, possibly a spinner at the Mansion, in childbed--purchase of one thousand yards of German oznabrigs--lucern seed to be had in Alexandria--new overseer at Mansion house--Allison--inquires about the price of flour in Alexandria--both superfine and fine are up again in Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn the Sloop Harmony--Capt. Ellwood--Washington has sent 972 1/2 yards of oznabrigs--Mrs. Fanny Washington---Col. Gilpin--Washington has also included various seeds--some rare and valuable--turnips--chiccory--botany bay grass seeds--requests that the gardener use his utmost skill and care--cabbage--lucern--preparing for its arrival--Sammy is to supply the place of Bristol--Cyrus, a dower slave--the children of Daphne--Mr. Smith--one purchaser for the fish--Mrs. Fanny Washington, Dr. Stuart and Mr. Lund Washington--Gray--India hemp--Pair graffs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew overseers are turning out well--Grove--Allison--Washington has received twenty pounds of lucern seed--eight pounds of lucern and the like quantity of clover mixed to the acre--grasses ought to be sown on clean and well prepared ground--Betty Davis and Pearce's having difficulty distinguishing between real and feigned sickness--Paul--Mr. Dulany--artichokes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Pierce Bailey--land on difficult run--inquiry of the new meadow at Dogue-run--affects of the winter weather on the growing grain, the grass and the fields which are to be sown and planted--Moses at the mill-- Tom and Ben--coopering--Gray--Isaac making ploughs--Donaldson--gardener attending to pease--an English gentleman, named Strickland--red wine and madeira--Mrs. Fanny Washington--porter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCarter Ben at the River farm, laid up many weeks--potatoe plan experiment--impediments from the weather in sowing oats--winter grain should now show its spring appearance--roller-cutting small grain before it is suffered to get too ripe--honey locust seed--advertising of Paul.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington does not expect to be at Mt. Vernon by Sunday--the roads through Maryland are impassible and business in the federal city has detained him--injured parts of meadow should be resown--if that, or the other meadows, were once well taken with timothy, floods would not wash of[f] the soil.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Calculation of the number of Bricks wanting for the Barn at River Farm\" --Bricks for barn at River Farm.  Sketch is for barn at Dogue Run Farm.  -total number of bricks for each section of the new barn--sketch of barn placement and surrounding grounds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGrain and grass have benefitted by the late rains--flour in the mill is to be inspected--poor prices.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWheat and grass continue to mend--warm weather and rain--also brought on oats--disposing of flour--midlings and ship stuff--Davenport--mill account for last year--the boy at the mill to go to the garden at Mansion house--two deaths in the family--one of them a young fellow--McKoy--Green--Davis--fence at Dogue-run to enclose the barn--the number of bricks required for the barn in the Neck (River farm).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington has enclosed sketches of the barn to be built at River farm--2 inch planks of white oak for the threshing floor--1 inch and a quarter pine plank for the lower floor of the graineries--other directions for construction--Mr. Stuart and the making of bricks--asks of the character of the carpenter who built Mrs. Peak's barn--honey locust plants--speaks of a book which contains information on these--Pekan or Illinois nut-plants sent by a gentleman from Jamaica--Doctor Craik--Cooper Jack.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCrops in need of rain--plenty of rain in Philadelphia--need for bread in Europe will raise wheat prices--wants to plant a good many potatoes--buck wheat--white homony bean is very productive--corn--cutting the forward wheat in good season--Dr. Stuart-transplanting the honey locust--speaks of a disorder in the horses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington encloses an advertisement which he plans to put in various gazettes and newspapers -- he confides in secrecy his plan to rent his farms \u0026amp; the dower slaves -- he may even interest associations in England or Scotland in farms through advertisements in gazettes -- the intermarriage of dower negroes with others and those on neighboring farms will cause affecting \u0026amp; trying consequences, so Washington cautions Stuart to make no mention of the plan for the present -- he doesn't care to rent farms to \"our country farmers\" because they wear out the land and little else -- he wants Stuart ask in confidence British merchants in Alexandria and Dumfries about the scheme -- Washington mentions Eliza (\"Betsy\") Custis's marriage and gives his evaluation of the groom, Mr. Thomas Law -- thinking of G.W.P. Custiss interests, Washington asks Stuart whether there might have been an erroneous division of negroes for Mr. Thomas Peter for his wife's (Martha Custis's) share.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetails on the shingles--additional directions for the barn--removal of all the cabins at River and Union farms--wants to punish the thief who robbed the meat house at Mt. Vernon--Nathan suspected of this sort formerly--Postilion Joe has been caught in similar practices--Sam would not be restrained if he saw an opening to do the like.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington hopes that it rained at Mt. Vernon--insect--distemper among horses--selling hay in Alexandria--Mr. Halley--reducing a lot in Alexandria for an allay--enclosed a newspaper containing some ideas on the culture of potatoes--making them into bread--James Butler--the Academy in Alexandria--Rev. Mr. Muir.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed from George Washington to Tobias Lear, personal secretary of George Washington, regarding the purchase of bank shares on his behalf. Addressed on verso in holograph with intact seal and docket in Tobias Lear's writing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of rains which brought disasters--young mule killed--shells gathered for lime--filling between the logs of the cabins with clay--wheat--the scab--the rust--gullies at the Mansion house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington plans to come to Mt. Vernon about the middle of the month--dormant windows on each side of the pediment--front side of the stable--Donaldson--grain and hay--Davy's lost lambs--very suspicious appearance--he has some sly, cunning and roguish negroes under him--asks how Ben at the mill is employed--Ruth and Ben at the River farm--both Pearce and Groves are ill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington asks Lewis whether he has purchased any of the Berckley or Frederick leases--is he going to?--directs him to send money collected and names of persons as \"I am in want, and have only deprived myself of the use of it from the hope of its laying the foundation of a batter annuity; which my heavy expenditures very much need.\" \"Unless business should require my attendance at the Seat of government sooner it is probable I shall remain at this place until the end of September-\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses second wheat field at Davy's field on Dogue-run farm--directions for plowing-destruction by storms in GW's locale-chance for wheat next year in Davy's field is hurt by corn-plowing green buck wheat, then sowing wheat thereon immediately, for an experiment-collect money due for flour sold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSaving sufficient clover seed--sowing wheat as soon as ground is in order--requests the length and breadth of the two pavements between the steps of the middle door and those of the end doors of the Mansion house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrequent and hard rains--effect on the forward corn--all the wheats and oats are in--Washington wishes the hay was in also--Donaldson is leaving--requests that Pearce hire the carpenter recommended by Col. William Washington (Washington's nephew)--John Neale can have Donaldson's house and garden.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlowing Davy's field at Dogue-run--clover being well turned in by good plows and good plowmen--same with the buck wheat--taking the worker force and applying it to another farm that is ready for plowing--barley--Washington asks about the wheat which has already been threshed--asks Pearce to send two bushels of the early wheat to him--Mr. Kitt--900 bushels of oats for sale--Pearce has sold 300--overseers for Union and Dogue-run farms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMiss Betsy Custis--an enclosed letter for her--a cover letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSowing wheat in ground that is not ready for its reception--sowing the lot by the spring, where potatoes are growing, with lucern--abuse of plows--checked by the overseers--constant repair by Isaac--character of Mr. Neale.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePearce has recommenced seeding--more favorable weather--all the wheat, sowed by the middle of the month, should be in the ground in good season--Washington fears that Davy's field, at Dogue-run, was too wet to sow--such land as [his], when plowed wet, always bakes hard--expects to set out in two or three days for Mt. Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington asks Page's advice on what should be done about renting or selling land and in working with the writer of a letter Washington encloses--desires to sell share in Dismal Swamp--it is more expensive than productive. This draft written in the hand of secretary Bartholomew Dandridge, with additions by Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostilion Joe--Washington does not expect to reach Philadelphia before Tuesday afternoon--wheat would be a heavy loss should the weavil get into it--let no time be lost in getting it out of the straw and ground up as fast as the mill is able to do it--take the corn out of the field as soon as it can be safely done--gathering white thorn berries--the sooner the potatoes are up and secured the better--trimming the Lombardy Poplar and the Yellow Willow.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePearce had been sick, but has since recovered--fly is found in the wheat--expresses disappointment with the Englishman overseer--a certificate for Donaldson--hedging--Washington suspects that Pearce can have no dependence on the berry of the white thorn from his friend in Newcastle--after viewing the hedges from Christiana to Wilmington, Washington does not believe that a gallon of seed could be gathered--pamphlet on the subject of manures--death of the trusty old negro Jack--replacing him--Allison.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington wants to enclose all his crops with live fences--asks that Pearce attend to them with as much care as a field of Indian corn--wants to tend less ground--manure and cultivate the smaller quantity higher--English thorn--honey locust--cedar hedge--directions on hedging--Lombardy poplar--Capt. Ellwood--Mr. Hartshorn or Col. Gilpins--has sent 28 1/2 pounds of chiccory seed--directions for sowing--enclosed a small sketch showing the course of a new road--asks Pearce to urge the miller to grind the wheat as fast as he can--inquires about the look of the growing crops and if an overseer for Union farm has been acquired.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSickness among the negroes--diminishing prospect of a good crop of corn--breaking up the fields for the ensuing crop--preparing the shelters--for the horses at River farm--asks about Neale--list of work for the carpenters--Isaac and Joe--enclosed copy of the invoices of the oznabrigs and blankets--seine twine--payment of Pearce and the overseers--Peter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington says he knows nothing further on subject of extract on other side [which is not on our copy]--asks Morris to let him know what answer to give Commissioners of Federal City--\"Their credit I know has been stretched to its utmost limits in order to keep the wheels moving even in the slow \u0026amp; unprofitable manner in which they have turned.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaterials for hedging--cedar berries--explains his opinion of tilling less land and increasing the quality of the crops--manure--growing grain looks well--hogs put up for porke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe sickness at Mt. Vernon is abating-tells Pearce to encourage Cyrus to persevere-he is to use money from last year's flour and corn to pay any debts-good price for wheat in Philadelphia-seine twine-Peter choosing two more mules.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington fears Pearce is unwell--price of flour is good--Washington can buy twine in Philadelphia, but no vessel is bound for the Potomack before the river closes--gives some suggestions (including hiring the landing out) should Pearce not be able to get twine from Alexandria in time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington introduces Capt. Myers to Lear--wants to know if Myers will be employed as engineer and superintendent for lock navigation by the Directors of the Potomac Company--Lear can determine whether his testimonials as architect and knowledge of locks, etc. is sufficient.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum in the hand of George Washington with dimensions of architecdtural details in and around the house -- piazza at west door: brick pavement between the tiles 5 feet 3 inches by 9 feet 6 inches; tiles are 12\" square; stone margin around them of 6\" on outer edge, 9\" on inner next the house. --gives measurements of windows in the new room; the Venetian window is given in exact detail; the two smaller (or end windows); the dimensions of the chimney in the new room in detail.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe Mount Vernon farm manager, William Pearce, sends President Washington a memorandum listing some of the room dimensions in the Mansion. Specifically, he includes \"The hight of the Rooms up staires \u0026amp; garrett; the blue room; room over the small dining room; the room the Marques Delafiat [Marquis de Lafayette] Lodged In; the Yellow room; garret rooms; garden gate; gate front of lawn; kitching [kitchen] garden gate; cellar windows.\" Docketed \"Dimentions [Dimensions] of the Rooms upstairs and the Gates and the cellar windows\". A second memorandum, \t\npossibly in the hand of Tobias Lear. Notes include - of the two sides; That side which fronts the grotto 31' long, distance between corners and window; length of window; hgt of window; the chimney side, height of door, width of wall between door and chimney, sides of chimneys, height of mantle piece; ends 23 ft. wide, doors \u0026amp; windows; list of dimensions. Third document included shows height of Mr. W.'s room, size of windows, upper windows west side of M[ansion] house, size of New Room chimney, the windows on west side of cellar. Autograph document, 2 page, in hand of William Pearce (?) docketed \"The Sizes of the windows \u0026amp; C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed invitation from President of the United States to dine at 4 pm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePearce has met with a supply of twine in Alexandria--Washington is not disposed to sell his flour for anything less than it sells in Philadelphia--Davenport should hasten the grinding--suspects that his letter to Pearce must have been opened before it reached Mt. Vernon--by persons looking for bank and post notes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDavenport is ill--decline in price of flour--price of fish--fallen timbers to the Waggoners--honey locust--inquires of the standing of the winter grain--grubbing--new road--Allison--salary to Mr. Davis--Mr. Herbert--new race at the mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of a certain letter that accompanies two parcels of rice--gives all the information respecting their cultivation--reminds Pearce to document the time and place of the rice being put into the ground.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSickness is prevelant among the people--inquires if the grain has been covered with snow--death of Davenport--search for a replacement--Ben at the mill is sick also--salary for Mr. Davis--Mr. Herbert.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePearce has listed Dower Negroes for Washington--asks for a list of all the remaining negroes on the estate--if a replacement for the miller cannot be had, the mill can be rented on advantages terms--hopes to determine the whole amount of last year's wheat--price--repairing the Mansion house--Washington will have Venetian blinds made--Dr. Stuart--Peter--Pearce is to aid Mrs. Davenport should she decide to move to Norfolk--mentions advertisement for determining the possibility of renting the farms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington encloses an advertisement which he plans to put in various gazettes and newspapers--he confides in secrecy his plan to rent his farms and the dower slaves--he may even interest associations in England or Scotland in farms through advertisements in gazettes--the intermarriage of dower negroes with others and those on neighboring farms will cause affecting and trying consequences, so Washington cautions Stuart to make no mention of the plan for the present--he doesn't care to rent farms to \"our country farmers\" because they wear out the land and little else--he wants Stuart to ask in confidence British merchants in Alexandria and Dumfries about the scheme--Washington mentions Eliza (\"Betsy\") Custis's marriage and gives his evaluation of the groom, Mr. Thomas Law--thinking of G.W.P. Custis's interests, Washington asks Stuart whether there might have been an erroneous division of negroes for Mr. Thomas Peter for his wife's (Martha Custis's) share .\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn February 10, 1796, upon learning of his eldest step-granddaughter's engagement to Thomas Law, George Washington writes this letter of congratulations to him. Washington's fatherly interest in the betrothal of Eliza \"Betsey\" Parke Custis is apparent. He expresses surprise, gives his blessing, and invites the couple to visit Philadelphia after the ceremony. Thomas Law earned his fortune in India and met Washington's step-granddaughter shortly after his arrival in America. The couple was married the following month, on March 21, 1796.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington is under no apprehension of falling price of flour--wishes to rent the mill after the current crop of wheat is manufactured--250 dollars is not sufficient rent--Mr. Digges--Col. Fitzgerald--tenants near Mrs. French's must pay more than 20/. rent for every acre of tillable land--printer in Alexandria does not have enough types for the advertisement--repairs to the north end of the Mansion--Caesar has been absent six days--renting the farms--Pearce is entertaining doubts of remaining another year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington has sent by Capt. Hand, a cask of clove seed and a small box of Apple graffs--apples are of a most extraordinary size--purchasing shares in the Bank of Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScarcity of corn and its high price--new ground at Mansion house--trimming the trees--price of flour and calculations when to sell--renting the mill--100 pounds per year would fall far short--Mrs. French--frost and the look of the winter grain--Allison--Col. Ball--Mr. Robert Lewis--sending out the jacks--Thomas Allison--winter has been open and mild-selling hay.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresident Washington presents a small color minature bust portrait of himself by the Marchioness de Brehan, with his compliments, to Anne Willing Bingham, the wife of Senator William Bingham. \"Not for the representation.--Not for the value;-- but as the production of a fair hand the offering is made and the acceptan[ce] of it is requested.--\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter regarding plantation management.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn the Commerce, Washington will send eight bushels of field pea, chiccory and eight bushels of winter vetch--directions for the cultivation--wind blowing down trees--selling the flour--Mr. Minor has recommended a Mr. Darnes as a tenant--Mr. Gill and renting the mill--inquires of the dimensions and details on the chimney in the new room at the Mansion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInforms Pearce of Sarah Green's distress--if she is in real distress, Pearce should afford her some relief--do not send her money--Washington suspects she may be rigging herself rather than obtaining necessaries for her family--if she cannot support her children, she should bind them to good masters and mistresses who will teach them a trade.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Lear--price of Pease (flour) due to European accounts--Mr. Smith--tells Pearce to sell all wheat including midlings and ship stuff--high winds destroying the fences--renting jacks--Peter--Mr. Lewis--hopes the gardener tried the apples graffs--bad season at the fishery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington to his nephew, Robert Lewis regarding his method of collecting rents. He also mentions that he tries to avoid litigation, when speaking of a land dispute between neighbors Ariss and McCormick and himself. He ends with a note about his \"Jack\" or donkey, explaining it was too late to send out for breeding this season.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaria and Charles Washington are unwell--Dr. Craik--since the wheat crop was so bad, it would be unlucky to have also missed the best market for flour--asks Pearce to inquire to Mr. Christie of the character of Mr. Joseph Gallop and his brothers--renting River farm--repairs to the Mansion--Mr. Robert Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes his condolences on the death of Bassett's sister, Fanny Bassett Washington Lear--Tobias Lear recently met in Philadelphia with Washington--they discussed, and now Washington writes about, disposition of the children [of Fanny B. Washington and G.A. Washington]--Washington always intended to take Fayette under his care but now decided it better to keep Fanny's children together--final decision to be postponed \"until I bid adieu to public life\"--children are all now at Mount Vernon. [Tobias Lear's wife, Fanny Bassett Washington Lear, has died, leaving 3 children by her 1st husband G.A. Washington. These were Anna Maria, George Fayette and Charles Augustine Washington. Lear himself had one son, Benjamin Lincoln Lear by his first wife.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDrought continues--the prospect for good crops of small grains is unpromising--Washington wishes the loss in grain may be made up in fishing--fall in the price of flour--Mr. Robert Lewis--Mr. Hughes--Joseph Gallop--renting River farm--inquires of the prospect of fruit--lucern seed--chiccory and clover--Maria and Charles have got well again.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington sends invoice and bill of lading \"for the long expected Seeds (which by the bye have cost me at least four times as much as I expected).\" Requests Lear to forward the seeds to his Mount Vernon manager William Pearce, \"the season for sowing the Peas and succory being already far advanced.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBetween April and May of 1796, George Washington exchanged letters with Virginia statesman Edward Carrington about the context and expectations set forth by the Constitution. After much political debate, the Jay treaty had been approved by the Senate, but the House of Representatives was withholding funding. John Adams and Thomas Jefferson were setting the stage for the next presidential election and it was a time of intense discussions about politics and the public good. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eUnderstanding that these discussions were an important step in the relationship between the government and the citizens, Washington wrote to Carrington explaining his perspective on these issues: \"Whatever my own opinion may be on this, or any other subject, interesting to the Community at large, it always has been, and will continue to be, my earnest desire to learn, and to comply, as far as is consistent, with the public sentiment; but it is on great occasions only, and after time has been given for cool and deliberate reflection, that the real voice of the people can be known.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eWashington reflected on the fact that the current debates were not about the Treaty itself, but whether or not there should be a treaty. He wrote a similar letter to Maryland statesman, Charles Carroll on the same day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington will give the application of Mr. Thomas Freeman the same impartial consideration as other applicants for job of surveyor of western boundaries under new treaties--he mentions the election of Mr. Thomas Sprigg as representative from Maryland--Washington makes a lengthy discussion of opposition in House of Representatives to the Jay Treaty--he opines that the country must stay out of European wars in order first to build up its strength and become a 1st rate power.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDrought still continues--has had good rain in Philadelphia--grain and grass in [those] parts look well--Pearce is near the completion of corn--planting--sowing peas and chiccory--winter vetch carefully preserved until Autumn--depreciation of flour price--result of House of Representatives--Mr. Robert Lewis--Messers Bennett and Watts--Washington has sent two dozen Windsor chairs for the new room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRain has fallen, but cold and drying winds have reduced its effect--frosts injuring the fruit--clover seed perished as a result of the drought--need for the crop and high price of seed--constructing a lane at Dogue-run next to the overseer's house--receipts for fish--an account kept of the times the Coach Mares go the jacks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington is glad to hear that Pearce has sold all the flour--more rain in Philadelphia than at Mt. Vernon--getting supplied with good rams--Mr. Gough--Mr. Darnes--Davis raising the walls of the barn at River farm--repairing the house in the upper garden, called the School house--Paschal is reported sick six days in the week.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWeather has been seasonable of late, however, the grain and grass have received--transplanting cedar--damage of the family piece of Marquis de la Fayette, sustained as a result of the sun--Peter--the well house from the Mansion has been carried to Union farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInterest in the progress toward creating the new Federal City. Refers to the duties of 3 commissioners who were appointed by the Continental Congress--Thomas Johnson, Daniel Carroll and David Stewart.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA pipe of wine and a box of tea sent from Philadelphia--Windsor chairs--Mr. Aimes traveling to the federal city--Mr. Lear will show him the way to Mt. Vernon--inquires of Maria and the two boys--early wheat and other small grains, peas and grasses--India hemp--expects to have many respectable visitors during his stay at Mt. Vernon, and hopes to find everything in good order.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIt is not likely that Washington will be at Mt. Vernon before the 20th--everything about the houses should be got in clean and nice order--Neal--Caroline--cleaning servants quarters--abundant supply of meat--inquires of the venetian blinds and the dormant windows in the stables--insists that Pearce mention these and the like in his reports--keep a sufficiency of oats for Washington's horses and those of his visitors--keep the grain and hay harvests from interfering with each other--Miss Nelly Custis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy in Washington's hand - Bond Matthew Ritchie to George Washington 1st June 1796 For payment of $8,820 with interest by Installments - viz. 3469.20 1st June 1797 3292.80. 1 June 1798 and 3116.40. 1 June 1799. The original, of which this is a copy, was on the 22d. of January 1798 enclosed to the Honble. James Ross of Pittsburgh, to be deposited in the Bank of Pennsylvania for Collection agreeably to the tenor thereof - (Signed) G. Washington\".\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eBond to pay $17,000 if he fails to pay $3469.20 on June 1, [1797], $3292.80 on June 1, 1798, \u0026amp; $3116.40 on June 1, 1799.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Matthew Ritchie.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eWitnessed by James Ross and John Ritchie.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eReceipted June 6, 1797 for $3,469.20 by G. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes that since Anderson didn't answer many of his queries, nothing can be decided about his employment until Washington can see him, which will be at Mt. Vernon at end of month--Washington expected him to speak with candor about his qualifications, although he is \"sensible it is not a pleasant thing for any man to speak of himself\"--as Washington will reside on the estate from now on, much work will be taken off superintendant's shoulders--Washington describes the writing of the weekly farm reports, etc. that should take only a few hours each week--he sees no need for assistant--Fredericksburg mails made up every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday evening.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWeather has been extremely wet--seeding must have gone slowly--Washington Custis writes that Mr. Stuart was very ill of a fever--Scoon--Violet--Cash--weavil is very much in Stuart's wheat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington wishes that the wheat be sown as soon as possible--Mr. Lewis--sowing the winter vetch in proper season--rape seed--inquires if Pearce received any benefit from Dr. Perkin's metallic application--search for new overseers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Impending trip to Philadelphia. Requests house be ready, especially painting done. George and Martha have been ill with colds. Mrs. Stuart was very ill, now better.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCyrus--Mr. Frestal and Mr. Lafayette--Mrs. Washington--some butter left in the cellar and some beef in a tub--James--Pearce is to clean out Washington's study and get their baggage and James on the first vessel bound for Philadelphia--Pearce's family is moving to the Mansion house--Dinah--Mr. Blagden to examine the quarry--mules for Washington's carriage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Wilkes--Mr. Law--Mr. Alexander Smith is not able to take up his note--Pearce is to make arrangements for Smith's repaying, including interest from the time the note comes due--security of payment--Richmond made an example for the robbery he committed--severe drought--difficulty with wheat--quarters at River and Muddy-hole farms--venetian blinds--dimensions of the window frames.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForwarded William A. Washington's letters to Mr. Philips of Andover and sends him the answers--received in years past from Sir Isaac Heard, Garter and principal king at arms, the (Washington) armorial--George Washington at the time sent him his best knowledge of Washington progenitors since their arrival in America--gave all information he possessed on subject, but knows nothing of Lawrence Washington's descendants--asks William A. Washington to give any help he can, from old papers he might have and inscriptions on tombs at old family vault at Bridge-Creek, part William's estate--\"Although I have not the least solicitude to trace our Ancestry, yet as this Gentleman (Heard) appears to interest himself in the research common civility requires that he should obtain the aids he asks ...\".  Includes letterpress copy\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDrought continues--Egyptian wheat--causey--new road--Davy and Mr. [James] Anderson--scarcity of oznabrigs in Alexandria--paints and oils--Mr. Lear--Mr. Alexander Smith--Pearce is to measure Mrs. Washington's Bed Chamber--dimensions of the chimney in the new dining room--Peter--wants the size of the blue room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding Maria Washington, Lear's step-daughter. Washington asks Lear to set a date with Mr. Van Vleck, principal of a school for young ladies in Bethlehem, Penn., for Maria's arrival at the school. Wn. proposes that \"... if we were to reduce our cultivation [of wheat] ... to half the present quantity, and manure and till that half well ... our profits would be greater while the other half would be improving.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Lear-Mr. Smith's debt is to stand upon the security Pearce has placed it-inquires of the look of the winter grain and vetches--the yield of the wheat and corn-Pearce has recovered eleven dollars of James Kirk's money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes that he received no letter from Pearce which leads him to conclude that something more than common has happened--on board of Capt. Ellwood are oil, paint and oznabrigs--directions for distributing and cutting oznabrigs--dependence of the gardener's wife and Allison's wife-planting shrubs--Mr. Anderson--Washington expresses his wishes to have an icehouse prepared when ice forms--hopes Frank has taken care of the tarriers [terriers]--female in heat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWheat is beginning to heat--floor of the barn at Dogue-run has already given way--Pearce must kill and salt the pork before he leaves--also, tend to the ice house--Mr. Anderson--trimming trees--Mr. Smith--Gray the weaver--hopes the shelters for the cattle are up--Mr. Craik--Clark, an overseer prospect--Washington will send a certificate of his satisfaction in Pearce's services as a manager.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLack of rain--Mr. Alexander Smith--Mr. Lear--the ground, where ivy and wild honey suckle are to be planted, is not to be plowed beforehand--Frank, Hercules, and Cyrus--Allison--Washington is displeased with his conduct--would like the new road completed before spring--Mr. Neal continues indisposed and the carpenters do nothing--Sall, Mima and Dick are regularly returned sick--Mr. Anderson expects to arrive by the 27th--clover grass seeds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePearce's conduct during his three years has given Washington entire satisfaction--reluctantly parts with him, on account of a rheumatic affection--knowledge in farming and mode of managing [GW's] business--Washington has great confidence in Pearce's honesty, sobriety, industry and skill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington acknowledges the General Assembly's vote of thanks--he declares that his \"highest ambition has been, by faithfully and zealously serving my country to the utmost of my abilities, in all the public employments of my life, to merit the approbation of my fellow citizens.\"--he now looks forward to his return to \"private occupation in the shades of rural retirement.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes a long letter to his new manager--he has received Anderson's letter and reports--intends separating old and new cattle, etc.--approves killing old bulls--\"... it has always been my custom to supply [my table] with the best [meat]\"--permission to purchase hogs and cattle--distillery, \"the place for, and means of conducting it, is left entirely to yourself\"--cutting down trees in front of house--\"I never expected that that ground [in front of house] would give corn in proportion to the labour I meant to bestow on it--the primary objects of the cultivation are to cleanse it thoroughly of the undergrowth, and to lay it down (as mentioned in my Memorandums) to grass for Pasture, or pleasure grounds, and in order that it may be well worked and prepared for these ...\"--don't finish new road at sacrifice of crops--mill race--wants ditch and fence along this road from Mansion House enclosure to Muddy Hole to be woodland pasture for brood mares--barn floor at Dogue Run--new mill race will avoid high land, which caused leak--boats and seines to be put in order for fishing season--iron for wheel bands--raising turnips, especially Swedish--potatoes--rotation of crops--potatoes planted between corn rows--evaluation of Mr. Pearce's work--filling ice house--fear of fire at Mount Vernon, \"there is nothing that fills my mind with more apprehension when I am from home\"--encloses grape seeds and eggs of silkworm to give gardener--Mrs. Washington requests to pay particular attention to the [Bacon (?)].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a troublesome set of false teeth that Washington was returning for repair.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes detailed instructions about the management of his farms--he has received Anderson's reports and inventory--approves placement of distillery at mill as temporary measure--discusses a new road--the dry well in cellar at north end of house to be filled with ice, leaving it open--it melted before, because it was not done correctly--pork is kept there now--he sends new red clover seed discovered by farmer in Jerseys, also potato seeds--Washington will write Landon Carter about sending peas--Anderson should exercise his own judgment on cutting back thorn hedges to thicken them--Washington mentions that Anderson's inventory indicates the loss of a large boat, which would be the second of his fishing boats to have gone missing--he notes in the Alexandria store accounts the great number of spades, etc., carpenters tools, charged to him, and he fears embezzlement--things are to be bought from merchants only on written order from Anderson, as was done in the past--ends by asking Anderson how the grain and vetch are doing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes his thanks for Carter's answers to queries--he will respond when he is not so \"occupied with the duties of my public station\"--he asks Carter to let manager, James Anderson, know whether he can get 30 bushels of peas from him, as soon as possible, because Washington always likes to have his seed on hand before he begins to prepare the ground--Washington will pay Carter as soon as delivered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington sells his presidential horses to Elizabeth Powel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington acknowledges receipt of Andersons reports \u0026amp; letter -- Andersons opinion of the overseers is no doubt correct, and \"if the Negroes will not do their duty by fair means, they must be compelled to do it\" -- despite Washingtons policy of feeding, clothing, and caring for the slaves, they will try to shirk their work with feigned sickness especially after night walking, and must be examined promptly when claiming sickness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes to ask Carter to inform James Anderson when peas will be delivered--he affirms Anderson's suggestion that Carter send the order by wagon to the Potomac where Washington's boat can carry it to Mount Vernon--the roads from Stafford Court House to Occoquon are in terrible shape, making this plan the most expedient--Washington will, of course, pay for the use of Carter's wagon--the matter rests between Carter and Anderson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes that he had received Anderson's letter with reports--as \"the public business presses me\" and as he expects to be at Mount Vernon shortly, he tells Anderson to carry on--enclosed is a letter from Landon Carter about peas he is to furnish, but as it is unintelligible to Washington, he also encloses his reply to Carter so Anderson can read about the transportation plans and forward the letter--Washington adds a comment about wheat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes that he sends the purchased coach horses to her--he hopes they will be treated well as they have been by him--\"as taking formal leave is not among the most pleasant circumstances of one's life\" he bids her adieu by letter until they see each other at Mt. Vernon--his remaining time in city will be taken up in packing--Nelly and Mrs. Washington join him in saying farewell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington's receipt to Powel for $1000 paid upon delivery to her of his \"Town Coach horses\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington responds to Powel's letter teasing him about finding Martha Washington's letters in the writing desk [see letter Elizabeth Powel to George Washington, Mar. 11, 1797]--\"But admitting that they had fallen into more inquisitive hands, the correspondence would, I am persuaded, have been found to be more fraught with expressions of friendship, than of enamoured love, and consequently, if the ideas of the possessor of them, with respect to the latter passion, should have been of the Romantic order to have given them the warmth, which was not inherent, they might have been committed to the flames.\"--he hopes to see Powel in Virginia--gives her names of recommended taverns and inns and distances from Philadelphia to Mt. Vernon--roads in fairly good shape--much repair work to do around Mt. Vernon, \"we are like the beginners of a new establishment, having everything in a manner to do.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Receipt for £200 Virginia Currency, part payment for 400 acres of land in Gloucester County, the land Washington had purchased from Mr. John Dandridge, Aug. 1, 1789; land to be conveyed to George Ball when he pays £300 more in cash and executes a mortgage for two additional payments, totaling £800. Interest 6% per annum. Signed by George Washington. Memorandum: first payment £3 short, signed George Ball. Second payment to be made before April 10, 1798--signed by Washington and Ball. Under date 1805 Nov. 3, George Ball gives permission for sale and transfer of land by George Washington's executors to Burwell Bassett. Witnessed by Wm. Wirt.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington thanks Howard for inquiring of Henry Gough the price of cattle. GW thinks the price of $200 for \"a bull calf of nine months old\" too high. However, he will ask his manager if \"a calf of this Spring\" is worth $100, he may consider pursuing it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of pictures with their dimensions:Cupid's pastime, Sunrising, Do setting, the Cottage, The Herdsman, Young Herdsmn, the Flight, Evening, Morning, Nymphs Bathg, the Storm, The good Sqr, four Gibralter pictures, Jones and Pearson, Quebec \u0026amp; dervelast, Prospects, four of them, Thunderstorm, Storm with lights, Moonlight, A Storm, Davis's Streights, The Greenland Fishery, Hunting piece, Portrait of Dogs, Foundg Hospital, From a Picture, 2 landscapes.  Reverse side contains instructions for white-washing the garret rooms, painting three of them and the cupulo and roof, painting the Piazza outside and inside, above and below.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington presents Mrs. Robert Morris with the lustre which hung in the large drawing room in Philadelphia--it came by mistake to Alexandria--he had left the furniture in the two largest rooms of the house they were renting from the Morris family in case President Adams wanted it--parts of it Washington intended to sell, parts to dispose of in other ways--but except for the pictures, he left it all and offered it to Adams for \"reduced prices\"--Adams declined and it was left for Mr. Lear and Mr. Dandridge to dispose of them--this explains why the lustre was packed up and sent to Alexandria--Washington sends it back unopened and hopes it will be received without injury--he sends his regards to Bishop White [her brother]--Nelly Custis and her brother [G.W.P. Custis] are in the Federal City.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDated at the top, the list of 11 suits includes: \"1 Full Suit of Regimentals;\" ditto half; and suits of Spanish cloth; olive colour; dark brown; lighter brown; half mourning; raven grey; black; then under the heading \"Velvet - Silk - \u0026amp; Cassimer\" 1 full Suit – Velvet, 1 Uncut.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to James McAlpin, tailor in Philadelphia, regarding an order for clothes and a delinquent order for nankeens. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel. Note on panel, 'By Mr. Custis'\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostmarked by hand \"Alex 22 May,\" franked by Washington, excellent black seal with Washington's family seal imprinted, Washington's watermark (incomplete).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWriting to his agent in Philadelphia, Washington asks him to inform John Aitken, Philadelphia cabinetmaker, that no keys came for the secretary (writing desk) and the side table [sideboard].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington expresses his opinions on Anderson's \"Memorial\" to him on proposed plan of work at Mt. Vernon -- agrees substantially with his principles for conducting the different farms \u0026amp; modes of carrying them into effect\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington expresses his opinions on Anderson's \"Memorial\" to him on proposed plan of work at Mt. Vernon--agrees substantially with his principles for conducting the different farms and modes of carrying them into effect--some minor modifications may be necessary--overseers don't need to know anything except to obey orders without question--comments on specifics in Anderson's Memorial--grass and oat fields at Mt. Vernon--farm and woodland pastures--\"Although there will be little or no cultivation at the Mansion House after the year 1798, yet keeping up the fences - getting fuel and performing other multifarious jobs\" make it difficult to predict force necessary to work it--grass at River Farm--Muddy Hole, Dogue Run, Union Farm turned more to meadows--wishes new mill race to be completed because he wishes to keep mill busy through the season by purchasing wheat to grind--approves Anderson's plan of a distillery to make profit, and will put carpenters to it as soon as possible--is not inclined to place Anderson's compensation for running the distillery and other business on footing Anderson suggests [Washington and Anderson to share the profits from distillery] but prefers to pay a standing wage--Washington gives his reasons, and will pay £140 to him and if he establishes the distillery which answers purposes, he will increase the salary in appreciation--will also hire a clerk if necessary--but if River Farm is rented, won't increase his wages at all--no overseer necessary for Mansion House, Will can do the work--Washington doesn't want one overseer overlooking both Union and Dogue Run because he has \"always found, however, that Negroes will either idle or slight their work if they are not closely attended to.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to James McAlpin, his tailor in Philadelphia, regarding payment for clothing made for George Washington Parke Custis. Washington instructs McAlpin to contact Clement Biddle, his agent in Philadelphia, to receive payment. Washington then addresses the issue of an escaped indentured servant named John Cline, stating, 'it was always my intention to have given him his freedom (as I did by the other servants under similar circumstances) when I retired from Public life had he remained with me'. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks if there is anyone Pearce can recommend as an overseer of Union farm--the dairies and fowls being attended by the overseer's wife--Washington hopes Pearce's crops have been good--his are as good as can be expected--hessian fly--inquires to the possibility of purchasing 3 or 4 hundred bushels of rye in Pearce's neighborhood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington extends an invitation to Bushrod and wife. Will send a chariot to Colchester to meet them. Will not expect them for dinner which is at 3 O'Clock. With Mrs. Washington (Martha) he extends his best regards and compliments to Col. Blackburn \u0026amp; family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes that Rufus King, the American Minister in London, had the decree of Virginia's High Court of Chancery published in London Gazette for 2 successive months--King sent copies of the paper to Washington, who forwards one to Bushrod and quotes from King's letter about publishing the decree.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington commiserates with Lewis over his runaway slave (\"the loss of your Servant\") -- this will become more frequent -- \"I wish from my Soul that the Legislature of this State could see the policy of the gradual abolition of Slavery. It might prevt. much future mischief.\" -- writes about Lewis coming to make his home at Mt. Vernon -- Lewis will be treated as a member of the family, and not paid -- his duties will be to entertain guests and visitors after the Washington retires to bed or study, \u0026amp; also to record a few papers at times -- Lewis can take advantage of his library (\"I have a great many instructive Books, on many subjects, as well as amusing ones\") -- he can perhaps also gain some knowledge from observing management of the farms by Anderson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussion of William Pearce's employment at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript Architectural Plan of a room in the garret of Mount Vernon sent from George Washington to Clement Biddle when purchasing a stove for the room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotes and measured drawing in Washington's hand, specifying how a stove could be installed in a corner of one of the garret or attic bedrooms at Mount Vernon. Drawn at \"a scale of a foot to an inch\" Washington remarks that \"every part of it may be exactly measured and perfectly understood by any workman.\" While not dated (but on paper watermarked 1795, and therefore possibly as early as that), the drawing appears to be either a draft or Washington's file copy of a similar plan sent to Clement Biddle on 15 September 1797, cf. RM-1122.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes to Biddle to note that the picture frames arrived unbroken--asks Biddle to send 4 gilt frames without glass for paintings, giving measurements for these--also gives corrected dimensions for stove ordered earlier--encloses autograph plan of the room for which it is intended [see drawing under same date]--the new quarter's interest on his certificates will pay for these things--asks Biddle to insert enclosed advertisement, and to send the history of the United States by author unknown but \"which contains Nos. 5 and 6 alluded to in Col. Hamilton's late pamphlet\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington sends this letter to Lafayette by his son--he expresses sympathy for Lafayette's sufferings, and joy at hearing of his release from prison--he explains why G.W. Lafayette did not come to live with him immediately on his arrival in America, the \"delicate and responsible situation in which I stood as a public officer\"--young Lafayette's conduct has been exemplary--filial affection made him impatient to return to France as soon as he heard of his father's release--Mr. Felix Frestel has been like a father to the boy--Lafayette has never stood higher in the affection of the people of America--Washington writes \"I have once more retreated to the shades of my own Vine and Fig tree, where I shall remain with best vows for the prosperity of that country for whose happiness I have toiled many years , to establish its Independence—Constitution—\u0026amp; Laws—and for the good of mankind in general, until the days of my sojournment, which cannot be many, are accomplished.\"--young George will tell Lafayette of affairs in America and politics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes that he will write to Bushrod Washington for papers mentioned in her memorandum--says that \"Having had as little to do with Lawyers as any man of my age I pretend not to be a competent judge of\" the lawyer Swan's claims--claims not to know much about the case at hand [a suit being brought by heirs of Simon Pearson against George Washington, Triplett and others who purchased land from Pearson in 1763; Washington later selling his portion to Lund Washington to make up part of Hayfield farm where Elizabeth resided] but shares what he knows of the merits, possible expense, and prospects of the matter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes to Bushrod about the suit of Thomas Pearson, heir entail to his brother Simon Pearson for lands sold by latter to George Washington, William Triplett, and George Johnson--Washington had later sold his portion to Lund Washington, making it part of the Hayfield farm now occupied by Lund's widow Elizabeth--the suit is founded on some supposed irregularity in last proceedings of the time--Washington asks Bushrod's opinion on certain points of the case.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington's letter to William Stoy references medical treatment requested for Christopher, Washington's body servant, who had been bitten by a dog with rabies.  Stoy was a minister of the German Reformed Church in Lebanon, Pennsylvania.  He discovered a \"cure\" for hydrophobia and Stoy's Drops, a popular cure-all medicine. Celebrated for curing person bit by 'Mad animals,' Stoy successfully treats Christopher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington inquires about the character, etc. of a Mrs. Forbes living in Richmond, recommended by John Brooke to be housekeeper at Mt. Vernon--Mrs. Washington \"is exceedingly fatigued \u0026amp; distressed for want of a good housekeeper\"--mentions the Pearson suit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes McCarty a counter-proposal for a possible exchange of lands (5664 acres of McCarty's Sugar Land holdings in Loudoun County, Virginia, for 12,226 acres of Washington's on the Kanawha and Cole Rivers)--Washington makes a new proposition in the unsuccessful negotiation--he insists his lands on the Kanawha will become more valuable soon--a restored peace in Europe would increase immigration to America--Washington wants no legal difficulties resulting from any entail of McCarty's land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes that he has received Bushrod's letters and the copy of the deed to William Williams for 589 acres of land, but finds it \"singular\" that the writ docking entail of land cannot be located in the court records--he sends Bushrod further information from his own files to aid the further search in this matter of the Pearson suit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington agrees to high wages demanded by Mrs. Forbes, because of desperate need of a housekeeper at Mt. Vernon--asks Bushrod to make further enquiries concerning Mrs. Forbes and her habits, listing questions of interest--she will not eat at same table with the family, \"for if this was once admitted no line satisfactory to either party, perhaps, could be drawn thereafter\"--he wants Bushrod to ask Mrs. Forbes about hiring or buying a good Negro cook. Letterpress copy\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington agrees to high wages demanded by Mrs. Forbes, because of desperate need of a housekeeper at Mt. Vernon--asks Bushrod to make further enquiries concerning Mrs. Forbes and her habits, listing questions of interest--she will not eat at same table with the family, \"for if this was once admitted no line satisfactory to either party, perhaps, could be drawn thereafter\"--he wants Bushrod to ask Mrs. Forbes about hiring or buying a good Negro cook--the postscript (which is not in the letterpress copy, but present here) inquires about legal practices that could impinge on the Pearson suit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA printed bank check, completed in George Washingtons hand, made out to Gideon Worth in the amount of $103 and drawn on the Bank of Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes of the order for the settlement of Colville estate, and Mr. Keith's queries regarding how to publish it--there is no word of Mrs. Forbes--Washington rehashes the correspondence regarding Mrs. Forbes and thinks that the conduct of Robert Brooke \"has been very ungenteel\" in not answering letters concerning Mrs. Forbes, unless the letters somehow miscarried.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington proposing that Mr. Parkinson lease one of his farms and agreeing to allow him to come over from England to see farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes that Law's pointer shall be taken care of at Mt. Vernon until he sends for him--pleasing to hear that Maryland to aid \"important objects on this River\"; hopes Virginia legislature will too--returns letter from the Marquis Cornwallis and other recent enclosures from Law--\"To stand high in the estimation of so respectable a character as Lord Cornwallis is a circumstance which must be as pleasing as it is honourable to you.\"--the Washingtons are glad to hear Mrs. Law and child are well--\"we remain in statu quo\"--compliments of season.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTaxes due on Kanhawa County land. Requests General Lee's original deed of conveyance for Kentucky land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThree page letter written from Mount Vernon that shows Washington's frustration with his adopted grandson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes to White to thank him for passing on information about the memorial before Congress and debates concerning the \"disgraceful topic\" occupying House of Representatives [Representative Matthew Lyon's attack on Rep. Roger Griswold]--he decries party feuds--mentions trouble with France and how he had hoped they would unify Congress--asks White what the general opinion of Col. Monroe's \"view of the Conduct of the Executive of the United States\" is.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSome accounts have been sent to Washington, left from Pearce's time at Mt. Vernon--Mr. Lear--Messers Fosters and May--in craddling the wheat, Washington wishes to catch it in the hand--inquires of the possibility of obtaining someone on the Eastern Shore, who understands the business--scythes--Mr. Stuart.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington encloses an extract from Rev. Belknap in order to enlist the aid of Chase in answering the questions. Washington wants to encourage Belknap whom he believes to be a man of merit and scholarship.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington expresses his opinions on Anderson's \"Memorial\" to him on proposed plan of work at Mt. Vernon -- agrees substantially with his principles for conducting the different farms \u0026amp; modes of carrying them into effect -- some minor modifications may be necessary -- overseers don't need to know anything except to obey orders without question -- comments on specifics in Anderson's Memorial -- grass \u0026amp; oat fields at Mt. Vernon -- farm \u0026amp; woodland pastures -- \"Although there will be little or no cultivation at the Mansion House after the year 1798, yet keeping up the fences - getting fuel and performing other multifarious jobs\" make it difficult to predict force necessary to work it -- grass at River Farm -- Muddy Hole, Dogue Run, Union Farm turned more to meadows -- wishes new mill race to be completed because he wishes to keep mill busy through the season by purchasing wheat to grind -- approves Andersons plan of a distillery to make profit, and will put carpenters to it as soon as possible -- Washington is not inclined to place Andersons compensation for running the distillery \u0026amp; other business on footing Anderson suggests [Washington and Anderson to share the profits from distillery] but prefers to pay a standing wage -- Washington gives his reasons, and will pay £140 to him \u0026amp; if he establishes the distillery which answers purposes, he will increase the salary in appreciation -- will also hire a clerk if necessary -- but if River Farm is rented, won't increase his wages at all -- no overseer necessary for Mansion House, Will can do the work -- Washington doesn't want one overseer overlooking both Union and Dogue Run because he has \"always found, however, that Negroes will either idle or slight their work if they are not closely attended to.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes to his nephew about contracting for a supply of corn for his distillery at Mount Vernon; mentions his manager Mr. Anderson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses 3 tobacco notes--requests Peter to dispose of them \"in safe hands\" for what they will bring--60 or 120 days credit make little difference.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington responds to Adams on accepting the appointment of Lieutenant General and Commander in Chief of the American Armies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransmit receipt for tobacco note sent by Peter--\"I am ignorant of the principles, on which I am called upon to pay for picking a Tenants tobacco; but presuming it was proper, I thank you for having done it\"--deposit tobacco in hands of Mr. Peter, \"your father\" to be disposed of by him--encloses postnote for $100, deduct what is owned him and return balance.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. George Washington writes to Rev. Jonathan Boucher includes one of Washington's most memorable quotes, his profession that \"Peace, with all the world is my sincere wish\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes that he prefers to take a chance on shipping tobacco to foreign markets rather than accept low prices in this country--he desires to know if any foreign bound ships in Georgetown will accept it on consignment, though, before making a final decision--\"I am gathering strength.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes that he intends to build 2 houses not far from Capital, but not as large as Francis imagined--he expects to complete them before Congress \"as I am never long in executing a measure I have once resolved on.\"--the plans are in the hands of Mr. White or Dr. Thornton, and Francis can decide himself how many boarders they will accommodate--there will be three flush stories in each building and garret rooms for servants--if these buildings will suit, they will be ready in time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDated \"16th September 1798 at Night\" Washington writes that he is too busy to answer lengthy letters of remonstrance or complaints when a short conversation on the road or any of farms would be far more satisfactory--he will never hesitate to express opinion on his own affairs, and resents the implication that he will not listen to Anderson's criticisms and suggestions--gives instructions in planting of different farms--denies he suspects Anderson of unfairness in his accounts--Washington tells him not to buy wheat too fast but adjust it to the market for flour--he won't go into such lengthy correspondence again since he sees Anderson every day--Washington opines that he cannot open his lips to ask question of overseer or make suggestion without hurting Anderson's feelings--\"It must be obvious to yourself, that it is by my Rents, and the Sales of my lands that I have been enabled to get along \u0026amp; to support the expence of this house. The Farms do little more than support themselves, and those who overlook them.\"--Washington writes \"I will, once for all, Mr. Anderson, say (and I never profess what I do not feel) that I have an esteem, regard \u0026amp; friendship for you; but I shall repeat that this will never prevent me from expressing my mind fully and freely in all matters relative to my business.\"–he is also sorry Anderson's son has suddenly decided to quit, but hopes Anderson can quickly find a substitute for him at the distillery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington's deer park declined while he was away serving as president. In 1792 he replaced its fence with a ha-ha or walled ditch, drawn here in black.  Six years later, he planned a new course for the ha-ha, represented by the dotted line following \"the natural shape of the hill.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe entire letter has to do with the financial problems of the Charles Washington's, and George Washington's offer of One Thousand dollars. Washington shows great displeasure in the families \"deplorable\" state of affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePres. Adams had just appointed the 36 year old nephew of Gen. Washington to the Supreme Court of the United States. Gen. Washington indicates his approval of Pres. Adams' choice as well as his awareness of the difficulties Bushrod can expect to encounter as Associate Justice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresident John Adams had just appointed Bushrod to the Supreme Court of the United States. George Washington indicates his approval of Adams' choice as well as his awareness of the difficulties Bushrod can expect to encounter as Associate Justice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinal letter of response confirming that he had received the book \"Proofs of a Conspiracy\" by John Robison-a Baravarian member of the Illuminati. Washington reassures Snyder that he is aware of the Illuminati's objective to overturn ... \"all Government and all Religion ...\" but he does not believe these tenets were being propagated by the Freemasonry in America. Washington comments he has no time to read being preoccupied with Mt. Vernon repairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington congratulates the Carters on the anticipated birth of their 12th child. Washington has \"abundant reason to be thankful for my own recovery\" from a fever which \"deprived me of 20 lbs of my weight; which ... is nearly restored.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes that, despite what she had heard, he has not been suffering from the \"desolating fever\"--he dines at Mr. Willing's (Powel's brother) this day and will have tea with Powel afterward.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn the hand and signed by Tobias Lear or Alexander Hamilton, on Washington's watermarked paper. Washington writes in answer to the firm's letter of 24 October that he does not, as a rule, accept gifts such as their offered literary and miscellaneous paper--however because he does like to support such \"publications which may be useful \u0026amp; beneficial to our country\" he wishes to enter a subscription for it, if they will forward terms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn the hand of and signed \"G. Washington\" Tobias Lear or Alexander Hamilton, Washington writes that, as he has no experience with claims such as hers, he must refer her to Gov. Trumbull or members of Congress for information on how to go about applying for half pay due her on behalf of late father Col. John Durkee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes that he will breakfast with Mrs. Powel \"tomorrow at her usual hour, if named to him.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes his thanks to Powel for her help in selecting and securing presents for Washington's family members in Virginia--in particular, for the prints and for her offer to choose something handsome to present Eleanor P. Custis--he considers muslin the best gift--asks her to locate some memento for Mrs. Washington--and asks her \"to procure the second edition\" of the present which she intends for Eliza Law lest there be \"a contest ... in which an innocent Babe may become the victim of strife\"--he hopes to leave town Friday or Saturday, but will call on her before going.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes to Powel expressing his gratitude for the articles she sent and her assistance in selecting them--he encloses $75 in payment--he will deliver her letter to Mrs. [Eliza Custis] Law and give the doll to Eliza.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes to send a $500 check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria so Mr. Blagden can proceed laying in materials to build Washington's houses in the Federal City--he briefly describes a building he saw in Philadelphia like what he wants built and \"if this is not incongruous with the rules of architecture, I should be glad to have my two houses executed in this style.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes to Stuart that he was pleased to find in Philadelphia recently that so many \"Gentlemen of family fortune \u0026amp; high expectations\" seek commissions in army--this, and the vain attempt to keep him to any literary pursuits, gave Washington idea to get Washington Custis a commission as Cornet--he also has the conviction that if real danger threatened the country \"no young man ought to be an idle spectator of its defence;\"--this would also divert Custis's attention from thoughts of marriage--Washington wanted to consult Mrs. Stuart and Martha before offering it, but Mr. Lear wrote to Custis about it and concealment of the idea is now impossible--Custis is now a cornet in the troop commanded by Lawrence Lewis--the Lieutenant is Lawrence Washington, Junr. of Chotanck--the matter still must be approved by the President and Senate, of course so it should not to be talked of publicly till then--Mrs. Washington consents but it must have Mrs. Stuart's permission--Washington's caution is because Custis is an only son, the only male of his great great grandfather's family--Providence will protect Custis in camp or field of battle as it would in domestic life.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis memorandum includes totals of the land to be cultivated and that in woods, waste, etc., probably all on Dogue Run farm--list of hands on Dogue Run with their [Ages?, probably drawn up with idea of renting the farm.] Also contains statements that wheat and cattle can be had also at reasonable valuation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes in response to his nephew's query about the offer to become the 'Guardian of Nelly' so as to authorize a license for Lawrence and Nelly to marry. He also encourages Lawrence to acknowledge the Secretary of War's offered military commission and either accept or decline the appointment. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived 4 copies of prints of deaths of Montgomery and Warren [done by John Trumbull]--cannot remember price on subscription lists, so asks T. to let him know the amount and also whether he can receive remittances for his brother in this county--doesn't know whether he paid in advance--papers from Philadelphia have not been unpacked yet--paper accompanying prints says rest of proposed design has been abandoned, due to \"peculiarity of the times\"--coming marriage of Nelly Custis and [Lawrence] Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes to Brainerd that he sympathizes with his calamities, but cannot give him pecuniary aid--has had difficulty collecting rents due him and adds that \"the income of my estate does not at this time hardly meet my current expenses\"--further, he believes in helping his friends and neighbors first, and that is all he has the means of doing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to Joseph Anthony concerning payment due after the acquisition of a set of engraved prints by the artist, John Trumbull. The prints were titled 'The Death of General Montgomery in the Attack of Quebec (December 31, 1775)', depicting the death of Richard Montgomery during the attack of Quebec; and 'The Death of General Warren - The Battle of Bunker Hill (June 17, 1775)', depicting the death of Dr. Joseph Warren. These prints were sold on a subscription basis and, having made the initial payment in 1790, Washington is requesting how to pay the final installment. This letter is addressed to Joseph Anthony, John Trumbull's agent in America. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn a former letter Washington had ordered a uniform to be made as instructed by Secretary of War to be ready by Feb. 22 -- here he suggests sending it by way of Judge Bushrod Washington, who should be leaving Philadelphia for Mount Vernon shortly -- Washington wants the goods packed in a custom-built portmanteau of stiff thick leather, 2 feet long and 2 ft. 9 in round with a flap for brushes, blacking, and so on, with an iron bar running through staples, and a good lock -- he says an able craftsman would have no trouble building one from that description.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains Washington's survey of land purchased from George and James Mercer in the neighborhood of Four Mile Run in Arlington, County, Va., known as the Washington['s] Forest tract--Second page shows comparison of three surveys: Gray's \u0026amp; Adams Patents 1724 \u0026amp; 1730; Jn. Houghs, Nov. 1766; Washington's April 3 and 4, 1799. Does not include a map.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington inquires about the uniform he ordered, saying that the last delay was supposed to have been the gold thread which was expected in spring shipping--he requests no further unnecessary delay--asks McAlpin to send it in a portmanteau mentioned earlier and by some person coming through to Alexandria to be left at Post office or stage office there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington follows up on last winter's conversation in Philadelphia, and accepts Boudinot's offer of some of his wine, since his (Washington's) letters seem to have miscarried and a new order will reach Mr. Pintard in Madeira only after his stock is almost exhausted--Biddle will handle the transaction on his behalf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Washington to Alexander Addison regarding money owed on the sale of land at Millers Run in Pennsylvania. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes that he has received McAlpins letters of the 24th and 27th -- he thanks McAlpin for his efforts in furnishing uniform coat although he failed -- he mentions Mr. Bahr in New York, a tailor who embroidered a cloak for Washington when the capital was in New York, and suggests asking him -- if this fails and the coat has not been sent to Europe yet, he asks McAlpin to keep it and inform him of its state and what can be done with it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington rented the slaves from Mrs. Penelope Manley French, widow of Daniel French of Rose Hill. In July 1799, Washington wrote to Mrs. French's son-in-law, Benjamin Delany about returning the slaves.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington encloses notes for 2 hogsheads of tobacco, and asks Peter to try to sell them in Georgetown or get credit for them--Washington plans to be in Georgetown for a meeting of the Potomac Company on the 5th of August.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. George Washington acknowledges and thanks John Beale Bordley for presenting him with a copy of Bordley's recently published book, Essays and Notes on Husbandry and Rural Affairs. The book was delivered to Mount Vernon by Secretary of War James McHenry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSome time ago a mulatto girl, body servant to Mrs. Washington, ran away--she was found in Portsmouth, N.H.--asks Bassett that since he is going to Portsmouth, would he take steps to send her back--a Frenchman enticed her away but has left her--if she causes no further trouble, she won't be punished--Washington doesn't wish him to do anything \"unpleasant, or troublesome\" to bring her back.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter George Washington writes to Lewis about the rent and value of his various properties along with the slaves that work on those properties, although he writes about his aversion \"to sell the over-plus [of negroes] I cannot because I am principled against this kind of traffic in the human species. - To hire them out, is almost as bad, because they could not be disposed of in families to any advantage, and to disperse the families I have an aversion.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington takes the liberty of transmitting a letter from Colonel Pickering to the Commissioners of the Federal City for their consideration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCarriage is sent as Mrs. P. requested--expects to see them about 3:00--Mrs. W. has been very ill--sent for Dr. Craik at midnight--\"Hers has been a kind of Ague \u0026amp; fever - the latter never entirely, intermitting until now. - I sent for the Doctor to her on Sunday last, but she could not, until he came the second time - yesterday morning - be prevailed upon to take anything to arrest them.\" On outside of cover Washington has added that since sealing the letter her fever has returned--please inform Mrs. [Eliza P.C.] Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Washington is taking bark for fever and doing better--Washington will have Dr. Craik look at Roberts--if Roberts cannot do the work at the mill, Washington will have to employ another in order not to lose Fall business there--fears Anderson's health won't stand more attention to his work, either--will discuss his ideas on this later.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes that he had received by Gen. William Washington the model of the improved gun carriage--he approves of new carriage and thinks that it will be much easier to introduce \"valuable improvements\" of this kind at the beginning of military exercises than after people become accustomed to the old.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes that business, many guests, and Mrs. Washington's illness have delayed his answer to Anderson--\"Health, being amongst, (if not the most) precious gift of Heaven; without which, we are but little capable of business, or enjoyment\" so, since Anderson feels he and family can't be healthy where they live, Washington cannot expect them to live there a year longer--he feels he will have no difficulty superintending his farms himself \"on the plain, simple, \u0026amp; regular system I am resolved, undeviatingly to pursue\"--he will rent the landing at the ferry, and will try to rent mill and distillery too--the purpose of this letter is to relieve Anderson from embarrassment arising from their bargain on one hand and his desire to leave because of health on the other--Washington reiterates that he has nobody else in mind to replace Anderson and intends to take over farm management himself should Anderson have to step down--he would take $500 per year for mill; Anderson knows better than he what the distillery should rent for--discusses terms for renting the distillery and mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes that he was disappointed in their not being able to visit, but invites him and his wife to Mount Vernon in the Spring--he asks whether there is any wheat available for sale--Washington wants to keep his millers employed but his more alert neighbors bought up local wheat early--Mrs. Washington is still very unwell--he heard of the death of Charles Washington, his brother, in Berkeley, just the previous night.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes that delays in privately delivered mail caused his nephew's requests not to be fulfilled--no whiskey sent--rye from James Digges Dishman and from William Augustine will be gladly accepted if it is still available, and given gallon for bushel--Washington sends a 5 October 1799 price list of wheat in Alexandria [here separately cataloged].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington signed this sixty day note for $1500, dated at Alexandria, Va. 21 October 1799. On the reverse it is endorsed: \"This note was renewed on the 16th Decem. 1799 by Lawrence Lewis's note being discounted for the same Sum, which has been since paid ...\", endorsed by Herbert, also \"1500 -495 G. Washington Dec. 20.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes to Martha Washington's sister informing her of her son John's appointment as a midshipman in the U.S. Navy. On the verso is Washington's draft of a response letter from John Henley to Secretary of the Navy Benjamin Stoddert for young Henley to copy. Enclosure: see October 16, 1799.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington states he has examined and approved accounts of ledger.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington has heard about Powell using a cutting box of new construction, better and simpler than the common kind--asks Powell to get him one and forward it to Col. Gilpin in Alexandria for him, if he is himself entirely pleased with it. (May refer to a \"chaff cutter\" or \"chaff box\" used for cutting straw chaff, hay, and oats into small pieces to facilitate mixing it with other forage.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes to offer his thanks for their invitation to attend assemblies, but \"alas! our dancing days are no more.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes the rumor of his having been in Norfolk is false--\"I have never been farther from home since I left the Chair of Government, than the Federal city except when I was called to Philadelphia by the Secretary of War\"--extends his thanks for invitation to visit at Rosegill, however.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes to inform Alder that the wine sent by him from Madeira after the order sent through Pintard arrived in good condition will be paid for directly. (Written in Lear's hand, but speaks of him in the third person.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAre invited to dine with Mr. Jacob Morris on Saturday,\"... where, in the conformity to custom, they will be obliged to drink Tea, and consequently must be deprived of the pleasure intended them by Mr. \u0026amp; Mrs. Powell\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum of questions about rents, bonds, crops, etc., probably to be asked his manager. Autograph document, fragment, docketed in another hand \"General Washington\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe plan below, is supposed to represent\nthe Piaza [Piazza] – The black describes the Tile which\nit is supposed remains uninjured - \u0026amp; the white \nstone, which will be necessary to replace the Tile \nthat has been damaged by the Frost – If this\nmode will answer and Knowles [John Knowles] -or Harry [Henry] Young\ncan be engaged – the work might be set about.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAn indentured bricklayer and laborer, John Knowles worked at Mount Vernon from 1773 until 1784, as well as from 1786 until 1790. An indentured stonemason, Henry Young worked at Mount Vernon from 1774 until 1781, with an interruption in his services from 1776 until 1778.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocketed \"Rough field Notes taken by George Washington in running the courses of the Land bot. from George \u0026amp; Jas. Mercer.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document, half of a cover, franked by George Washington [only part of a signature remains], broken black seal with George Washington's initials, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotes on best methods of planting and transplanting various kinds of trees and bushes, including a notation of the agricultural authority, Langley or Miller, from whom he got information. Also a notation on walks -- should be of gravel or Sand and winding and private -- the sides should be lined with Honey suckles -- sweetbrier-, and many other flowering shrubs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAddress leaf to Caesar Rodney, (the Governor of Delaware), signed by George Washington. Franked \"Public Service.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlat of unidentified farmland. Field with 4 plots. Acreage and brief description.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescription of rotation schedule for Dogue-run and the other farms--7 field plan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEngraved invitation from plate used by President and Mrs. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment, likely from letter cover, \"Nelly Custis\" written by George Washington\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed dinner invitation from George Washington to Edward Hand. Not in Washington's handwriting. 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for blacksmithing tools, GW writes out entire receipt and has vendor, Adam Stephen sign it. Tools listed: bellows, tongs, etc. Autograph document, folio, signed by Adam Stephen.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"[Ledger A, folio 13, Jan. 25, 1755 \"\"By 6 black Walnut Chairs ... £3.15;\"\" folio 19, Jan. 22, 1755 \"\"By [Col. Stephen] for 6 leather bottomed Chairs ... £3.15\"\"]. £3.15.0 for six common black walnut chairs to be delivered to his order.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Sir - The purp. of this is to aquaint you of an Engagement we had with the Indians late this afternoon. Three of our men going out on pretense of looking after some horses met with a party of Indians within sight of the Fort, two of which escaped and alarm'd us; we immediately pursued them with a party of between fourty \u0026amp; fifty men undr command of Capt. Mercer, Lieut. Williams, Ensn. Carten, Ensign McCarty, Lt. Lemen \u0026amp; myself - after following them about a mile \u0026amp; an half, on rising a mountain we were fired on very smartly which we warmly returned ....\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn early receipt regarding a slave at Mount Vernon, docketed by George Washington. The receipts reads \"Colo. George Washington, for the Hire of Carpenter James [and] Cr. by 5 yds of Negroes Cotton.\" Carpenter James was likely a slave carpenter hired to work on the renovation of Mount Vernon. The reverse contains a partial notation by Charles Washington, youngest brother of George, dated 23 April 1759.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond for one thousand pounds Virginia currency--for 350£ given by G.W. he has sold two tracts of land, one of 200 acres on Dogue Run, originally granted to 1st S. Darrell in 1794, and the other 300 acres on little Hunting Creek, originally part of tract granted to Matthew Thompson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to his half-brother to stop for a visit on his way to Williamsburg. Accounts with Mr. Carlyle not settled. Advice on the purchase of Clifton's land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for butter. Note at the bottom by Washington indicating an error of £1.0.0. Washington's endorsement on verso, Oct. 1761.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[William Digges of Warburton Manor, Prince Geo. Co. Md. Washington's neighbor, was one of those named in Clifton's suit against Carroll and other.] In this letter he annouces willingness to receive money due and \"wash my hands of ye troublesome affr.\"--also details on exchange of vinegar and other commodities.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"For carrying 4 hhds tobacco and for kegs of butter. Receipted by Crawford.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"To \"\"George Washington Esqr. a soldier in Capt. Jno Dalton's Company for being absent from Muster ...\"\" Teste copy signed by clerk, John West junr.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLettice Corbin, Essex VA, writes to George Washington, regarding a slave bricklayer named George whom he has rented out to Washington and wondering if he will need the labor beyond the agreed term. Includes a follow-up receipt from Washington on 9 April 1766 outlining payment of 25 pounds in Virginia currency for the use of the bricklayer and acknowledgement of payment received by Geo. Turberville (signed) for Lettice Corbin. Autograph document signed, 1 page, with integral cover. Docketed in the hand of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed, partly printed, signed by Jno. Montgomery [Capt.].Bill for freight charges on one butt of wine shipped on \"Alexandria.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for freight charges on one butt of wine shipped on \"Alexandria.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport on farming, etc. wheat very poor, gave a very small amount of flour--ground has been either very wet or frozen since Washington's departure, thus holding up the plowing--mention of a good slave whom Mr. Adam will not sell for £50.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLund writes about crops and planting. Washington in Williamsburg at Burgess meeting, then onto Dismal Swamp. Martha includes a postscript at the end of the letter. One of only two extant examples of correspondence from Martha Washington to George Washington, Martha penned this six line postscript with news and greetings on the second page of a letter from Lund Washington to George on March 30, 1767.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter pertains to the estate of the Rev. Charles Green.  (See letter of Wm. Savage to George Washington \u0026amp; George Wm Fairfax, 1767 April 24).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of weather and activities at Mt. Vernon. \"The carpenters are laying the barn floor in the Neck.\" Waiting for the brickmaker's arrival, \"The negroes are all well. Bishop has sowed half his field in wheat and made two casks of cider.\" Expecting a \"great crop of corn.\" \"The Children are very well \u0026amp; were yesterday at Alexandria Church ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCondition of crops, wheat and corn--sowing--ditchers--several of the Negroes lately sick--Alton's Morris', Cleveland's and Bishops farms--brickmaker failed to report for work--timothy and lucerne--Cleveland's barn floor finished--compliments to Mrs. Washington, her children are well and send love, also their love to Coll. Wm. Fairfax and his lady.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington's lost horses have not returned to Mt. Vernon--the corn crop--ditchers--sowing wheat and making cider--Price (brickmaker) has returned because they could get no other--none available in Mr. Piper's shipload of servants--milldam--how to get brickwood across creek?--half planks for Morris' barn floor--children are well--glad Mrs. W. has benefited from springs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for £12.18 for teaching Miss [Martha Parke] Custis music \"ending in April last.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis bond is the agreement between George Washington and his neighbor, John Posey, confirming Posey's debt of £2000 owed to George Washington. Posey's right as a French and Indian War veteran and part of the Proclamation of 1763 to claim up to 3,000 acres of land west of the Appalachian mountains is conveyed to Washington to pursue these unclaimed western lands. Signed by Posey at the conclusion, with the signatures of John Parke Custis, Martha Parke Custis, and Amelia Posey (John Posey's daughter) as witnesses. The document and docket on verso is in the hand of George Washington. Autograph document, signed by John Posey, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Sales of 69 Barrels Herrings on Acct. of George Washington Esqr of Virginia.\"--Charges for freight commission, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeals with mill and farm affairs--\"Our mill is once more in a bad way\"--wall of water pit falling down.\"--\" ... give yourself no uneasiness or anxiety about the mill, you may depend I will use every precaution to prevent further damages.\"--sale of flour--wheat fields look promising--all are well.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses sales of herring and current account owed them--market for herring and flour low at present.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for £3.15 for freight on 300 bushels oats.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpects he has \"hird\" from Col. Fairfax in re selling furniture at Belvoir--asks him to set a date and advertise sale and he will attend--needs 100 bushels of wheat, 20 barrells of corn and money for management of Fairfaxes Berkeley plantation--hopes he won't think him troublesome, but Fairfax has left him in great confusion--asks him to inform W. Peyton if account delivered Peyton by Willis will not be received by Washington in settlement with Peyton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBalance due, plus interest accrued from Oct. 4, 1771 - to Miss Janny Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePossibly may object to his paying £7 to overseers, but this worked out with Col. Fairfax since four overseers to settle in woods and raise only corn--land nearly worn out, explains his system of crop rotation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWest as far as Goose Creek on way to Mt. Vernon but indisposed and could not go further--needs £50 for management Fairfax estates, if convenient send £10 by bearer and he will get rest when next rides to Belvoir--asks to trouble him with business at General Court--i.e. encloses letter to Augustine Willis for collection of £250, if he gets this will not need the money from Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Washington for the money which enabled him to send 5 or 6 hands to Red Stone--understands Mr. Thruston is very much pleased with this country, particularly Washngton's property there--his brother to leave for there soon--does not approve of renting Belvoir \"for so short a time\"--will try to see Mr. Delany soon--please pay Mr. Moore the £40 or £60.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites of Fairfaxes arrival in England, both are pretty well recovered--acknowledges receipt of Washington letters and packages forwarded to Fairfaxes at York--let him know if he can do any favour for the \"Neptune\" this year--Rev. Bumaly pleased to hear of Washington's health, admires him much.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas collected rents according to promise--forgot to give him tobacco he had in his pocket, what should he do with it?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDisagrees with Fairfax on renting raccoon branch to highest bidder--thinks should keep fisheries to encourage sale of whole property--minor tenant problems discussed--Daniel Stone wants refusal of west point fishery and 200 acres at £20--if convenient hopes can have sale before harvest as it would be difficult for him to attend then.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBearer Richard Butcher wants to sell bills of exchange--asks approval on bills for Colo. Fairfax.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests instructions for bond to be drawn for tenant, Mr. Morton--bond for things purchased at sale [of Belvoir items]--asks for enough bags for 50 bushels of wheat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains reason for delay of his bond because one person he wanted for bondsman has been abroad--now has Mayor Lowry as security and will get one other before taking over the premises.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas arrived at Belvoir with bond unexecuted--since he had intimations from Washington that his own settlement at Belvoir would be disagreeable to Washington and not wanting to give offense, decided he would be content to hold the place for only a year--at end of the time, hopes all prejudices and difficulties will be ironed out.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReference to sale of Mercer's estate--reports he has regained his health by disuse of coffee--announces the death of Philip Ludwell Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest on behalf of local committee to see if Washington could furnish them ten barrells of powder for use of county--heard he had imported more than necessary--if he can get it to Malborough his scyths can be sent at same time--Mr. Fitzhugh informs him he will have the pleasure of Washington's company Friday night on way to meeting of the Delegates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft for £40 on Mr. William Molleson, Merchant, London.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSigned over to Wm. Fairfax account by G.W. on reverse and later docketed to that effect.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill let Col. Simpson have money, but had difficulty in selling bill of exchange for continental money -- no word of escaped painter Cleveland -- work on store house and wash house [office] -- John [Broad] and negroes sick -- wet weather and wheat sowing -- scarcity of spinning wheels -- Lanphier supposed to repair old ones -- Committee has made choice of officers for militia -- \"the remains of our company\" to form company and ask Committee of Safety for commissions for officers -- Mrs. Washington to pick up Mrs. [Eleanor] Custis at Mr. B[enedict] Calvert's and go \"down the country\" -- the \"Stoco man\" still working on dining room and Sears on chimney -- fears George Washington mistaken about draught of chimney piece -- wash house [office] to have two front doors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeeting Mrs. W. at Mr. Digges across river--thinks Mr. Harrison will accept W-n's offer--Alexa. \u0026amp; Loudon people worried about Mrs. W.'s presence at Mt. V.--he thinks there's no danger--\"her old acquaintance the attorney\" wouldn't permit Lord Dunmore to come up river \u0026amp; take her--if necessary he can get her away quickly--she leaves soon for \"down the country\" with son and daughter-[in-law]--he writes G.W. weekly--rain prevents sowing wheat--repairing tumbling dam--work on wash or servent \u0026amp; store houses--bricklayers working on garden wall--John [Broad] sick--Sears sick--stucco work \u0026amp; chimney piece in dining room unfinished--bill of exchange--no word from [James] Cleveland or Simpson on western lands--John West wants money owed him--will pay Custis' bond from money of [Jenifer] Adams' bond--what to do with [Jenifer] Adams' land in Md.?--hopes to see G.W. in winter \"for whether things are made up or not I suppose you can leave the army in winter.\"--painter still absent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. W. \u0026amp; Mr. \u0026amp; Mrs. John Parke Custis stop a few days in Fredericksburg on way to Col. Bassett's--mill dam repair completed--too wet to plow--John Knowles (bricklayer) sick--John Broad back at work--Judge the taylor \u0026amp; Sears sick--stucco man at work on dining room--carpenters on wash house [office]--letters by Constitutional post most reliable--kept in Alexandria by Mr. Hendricks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSent word to Mrs. W. at New Kent informing her to come to camp--expect her here immediately--discussion by Md. and Alex. residents of plan to blocade river--Indian Head best place--\"Captn Boucher [said] he woud undertake with 3 ships [sunk] to stop the Channel so that no ship of Force coud get up the River ...\"--Mrs. W. packed his papers in a trunk to be sent to Capt. McCarty's for safe keeping--she gave him key to G.W.'s study but he won't touch anything there except in emergency--what to do with Col. Mercer's papers?--John West, Mr. Harper, Mr. Wilson ask for money owed them--Bishop needs money--Dr. Crail's negro came with news from over the mountains--Val Crawford comes, feels it useless to keep building on G.W.'s land there because of danger of British burning everything--should he grind wheat?--Jenifer Adams offers to rent Md. land--Col. Mason very ill since convention--Lund thinks Mt. V. very easily defended by 50 men--will consider making salt peter--Custis and wife with Mrs. W. in New Kent--Knowles is well, Webster sick, John Barry dead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosed letter probably tells of Mrs. W's coming to camp--her long stay in New Kent after being sent for is ill-judged--nothing done about blocade of Potomac River--why he had to pay Mercer money--difficulties of paying in paper money--\"John Lowe the Barber says you owe him 7/6 for a false tale for your hair\"--James Cleveland came with certificates of improvements on Great Kanawa \u0026amp; Ohio land--settlers there left and went to Wheeling because of Indian attacks--won't return--G.W.'s servants sold and negroes left with Will Crawford--Stephens stayed, will get mill going there--work on dining room continues--little chance of getting absent painter from Lord Dunmore--will plant Bosenberries--difficulties in acquiring spinning wheels--expects another new one, \"so that we shall then have 7 ...\"--wash house [office] chimneys being set up--considers changing door plan, but hesitates altering G.W.'s plans--Skirmish at Hampton--next letter will be by Mrs. W. when she goes to camp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDining room almost finished--\"the Stucco Man agrees the ceilg. is a handsomer one than any of Colo. Lewises altho not half the work in it it was a plan recommen'd by Sears.\"--too late to turf the Ha Ha's--what proportions to use on gateways?--Lanphier no help on this or anything else--let him know in Spring what brick work to do after building the underpining \u0026amp; chimney to the house that will be placed opposite the store house--will plaster wash house or Servt's house [office] this winter--\"I suppose there is a wall to be built in the new garden next the Quarter I think I have heard you say you'd designd to have a House Built the whole length for Negroes ...\"--miller's time wasted with no wheat to grind--coopers work on mill dam \u0026amp; fencing--unable to buy slave--Lund goes to Stafford to settle mother's estate--will send his own negroes \"over the mountain\" for lack of anything to do in east--announces his intention to defend Mt. V. property against British--.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of money since Washington left, together with money to and from Mrs. Washington--all were bills contracted before he left--Washington's mother wrote asking for \"linnen\" not obtainable there and other trifles--explains accounts paid--will try to raise stone out of banks for chimney tops to be put up this winter, for kitchen, storehouse and other house to be built opp.--painting kitchen, storehouse, and house--corn crop--if Washington approves will put up a strong house at Morrises for wine, rum, etc.--Comm. sent to sound the river decided channel too wide and therefore plan [to block river] impracticable or very expensive--so must defend plantations on Potomac with muskets--attitudes of people about defending property in area--sales of wheat--will forward spinning--problems and process of making salt peter--Mrs. Washington does not approve leaving Mrs. Barnes as housekeeper in her absence, so Lund will do housekeeping--house has been crowded with company since Mrs. Washington's return.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill transplant cherry trees, but thinks they will die--also plant vinyards and clean Hell Hole--much farm work to be done--shortage of help--illness--plasterer still here and Mrs. Washington has decided to have stucco in her room plain--wash house shingled and weather boarded but chimneys not up--report on timothy and other crops--has written every week--payment for sale of Col. Mercer's estate and letter in re. sale to Col. Tayloe--negro quarters need mending--difficulty of getting silver money--will try to collect rents--bull gored a wagon horse--Mrs. Barnes at Mt. Vernon--doesn't believe war ships will come up river this year--shortage of salt in area--his greetings to Mrs. Washington if she gets to camp before his letter--local militia officers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill alter servants hall since it is not intended for a wash house--thinks Jennifer Adams has not made a deed for his land unless very recently--Adams wanted to clear himself on charges of cutting timber--will try to get Washington out of bargain with Adams--run-away slave--thinks there will be no action on stopping navigation of Potomac or erecting batteries--will talk to Col. [Geo.] Mason about it--Mason ill--Committee for county chosen recently, lists names--Connelly [Tory] captured while going disguised through Md.--minute scheme for area not up to Conventions expectations--painter [run-away slave calling self Joseph Wilson] among prisoners taken at Hampton, does not want to return--Dunmore proclamation to free all indentured servants and slaves that go over to British--thinks white servants more likely to cause trouble--reviews servant situation, miller being paid and sitting idle--will grind 100 barrels of flour, possibly for export in exchange for arms--promises constant attention to Genl. Washington's affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExamination of [James] Cleveland re certificates of improvements on G.W.'s western lands--pd. Tho. Lawson for iron--Jennifer Adams' land--negro won't return to Va. from Adam's; should he be sold?--Col. [George] Mercer's \u0026amp; Col. [Geo. Wm.] Fairfax's estates--Bryan Fairfax's peculiar religious behavior--report of Dunmore attacking 100 men \"this side of the great Bridge ...\"--convention to raise 4000 men--Dunmore's negro troops--desires privateers to come and take Dunmore's squadron--negroes ill--Col. George Mason getting well--hopes for gunpowder--proposed Potomac battery--Sears still here painting new room and dining room--he has picture frames to make yet--altered wash house (servt. quarters)--Knowles not recovered [from bull's goring].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMill swamp to be cleared for pasture--coopers cutting trees for staves--corn--several of Oliver Cleveland's people ill--plan for hedging and ditching--suggests fallowing land \u0026amp; putting into wheat, thus saving labor for ditching \u0026amp; hedging--briar hedge planted from mansion to Hell Hole eaten by cattle--cherry trees will not live--\"I should be glad to be informd in what manner the House now Buildy. opposite the store House is to be divided into partitions--in one of your Letters you say it is intended for the sick - if so I woud make Three Rooms in it- 1/2 the House or more in the part next the Chimney the Remainder divided into two Rooms each of which will have a window in it - the Door in the gable end to be of no use but still to be there that it may in its outward appearance look like the Store ...\"--Col. [George] Mercer's estate--[James] Cleveland's report on Kanawa lands-he will go to Fincastle \u0026amp; Bottetourt Courts to get evaluation of work--Wm. Stephens \u0026amp; Wm. Skilling here, say buildings on Ohio burnt by Indians--Mrs. Barnes and Milly Posey left today--Dunmore defeated again by Capt. Woodford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCol. [George] Mercer's estate--difficulties in collecting rents in Loudon, no markets for crops, and men indicted there for spreading ideas that they should not be expected to pay--flower knots in garden to be leveled, flowers shrubs planted elsewhere--gravel sorted for walks--one of Cleveland's men left when hardships set in--Wm. Skilling will repair well--John Broad injured \"playing Frolick\"--wrote to Wmsbg. to sell the painter, now in jail there--believes Washington should accept wages as General.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this letter Lunds writes about trying to recover runaway negro from [Jennifer] Adams and rent from Adams along with affairs of other tenants, among other topics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRiver frozen--hasn't yet seen Mr. Marshall or Mr. Triplett about land exchange--thinks it bad scheme to raise hogs to take care of surplus corn--pork prices low--well keeps caving in, perhaps will have to ask instructions as to where to dig a new one--good negro shoemaker available from Adams--conduct of negroes--better sell bay or stop using him for breeding--hurts him to see miller and mill idle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Bill receipted. Bill for 1 set cart boxes.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExchange of Adams and Matthews land still not settled--much alarm in Alexandria, expecting an attack from 5 large ships reported to be off Cone [mouth of Potomac]--river now blocked with ice but women and children evacuating and moving goods--they will fight to defend town--he thinks the ships more apt to be oyster boats--packing Washington's china and glass into barrels and then would be able to move things at short notice to Mrs. Barnes and to Morris' barn--rum and wine to be moved too--everyone says they will come to help defend the Washington property--thinks 100 men could defend it against 1,000--Wm. Stevens paid for going out to [Washington's] Ohio lands--Cleveland--packing bacon--cannot sell flour--\"I wish you had said how large you woud have the negro houses you speak of in your letter, or whether you woud have them built with or without sheds.\"--one piece of woolen cloth came from weavers--nine wheels at work spinning--John Broad cannot live--tell Mr. [John Parke] Custis cannot deliver letters to Mount Airy because of ice--Mrs. Chichester will stay in Fauquier Co., feels it unsafe in Alexandria--will send his furniture to another county if Washington thinks best, however doesn't believe there will be an attack on Alexandria since Lord Dunmore's troops are too trifling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSeveral accounts are over-due, one to Lanphier--Mercer's estate--no one has applied for Col. Fairfax's bond--Lord Fairfax at present pretty well--will sell Adams' negro to someone Washington owes money to--problems of the mill [on Bulskin ?]--Simpson--French and Dulany land not settled--John Broad still alive but dying--the well will hold, must make top brick instead of stone--house opposite store framed but not raised--next will work on 2-family quarters in Muddy Hole--salting fish--letter from England by Capt. Kelso here.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQuestion of Lund's wages, he only brought it up because Washington had offered to pay him equal to what he had had in any former year--never expects to be rich--will serve him faithfully--Mr. Baily wants 10% to collect the rents, thinks 5% is enough--suggests he might collect them himself--Tayloe has instructed him to deliver the bonds to Col. Peyton--problems with Cleveland, who must be paid since he was acting as Washington's agent--John Broad still alive--Adams' land--Triplett questions boundary between Washington's land and his--Adams pressing him to buy 300 acres--John Stone offering 360 acres on river next to former Adams land--spinning of linen going on slowly--sorry to hear Mr. Custis not well--furniture still at Mt. Vernon, hopes to avoid a move if no attack--Col. West will order militia for defense of Mt. Vernon in event of attack.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInforming Washington of affairs at Mt. Vernon, the condition of the negroes, advising some improvements to Mt. Vernon, and information about the movements of the British.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDray colt--use of other horses--Stevens will not get to save the rest of Washington's lands [Kanawha] with only the negroes--he thinks it best to get two other white men and have them appointed by court to appraise work when done--if Washington thinks the upset times not enough excuse for failing to satisfy the legal requirements to save land from forfeiture must give Lund liberty to make best arrangement possible with man to go out--7,000 acres patented in Washington's name and Muse upon Pocatallico--Cleveland here and will record work in April when courts in Fincastle and Bottetourt--Cleveland says bottom lands on Kanawha very rich--packing furniture to move to Morris's barn--Cleveland's trial is Tues.--Cleveland claims his behaviour is not criminal and he has been misrepresented--has heard nothing from Milly Posey since Christmas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Washington can accompany the General anywhere now that she's gone thru smallpox [innoculation] successfully--expresses gratitude to Washington for his guardianship--\"He deserves the Name of Father who acts the Part of one.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSafe arrival Norwich with 2 mortars after long delay in Sound because of enemy and wind--better to continue by land--needs money to pay pilots and other expenses--send further orders--Capt. Burbeck with 18 of Gen. Lee's guards with him--believes this will be sufficient help--will send rest of troops on--hears of danger on road to New York--since no provisions, sending part of 130 men on--keeping or only sufficient to hoist mortar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests Washington to write Gov. Trumbull to try to get some bounties for his men as for other Conn. battallions--he enlists men on that promise--has clothing for men, which is great inducement to enlist.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSupplies to be moved from Philadelphia to Milltown Yorktown and Lancaster--supplies being purchased--all necessaries for troops on march provided--defends conduct in not buying--there are two buyer in Philadelphia--sends 6 lemons raised near New York City.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCan't persuade troops to remain at New Rochelle in face of superior forces--troops not enlisting, army weak--few [English] troops left in New York--he holds two men who ran off to British, then came back to help a widow escape to New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppeal by British prisoner of war to be exchanged or parolled for a few days to see his brother who has come from England on family business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes Washington will come to Mt. Vernon while troops in winter quarters--no crop for sale this year--wheat destroyed, mill idle, short crop of corn--gives corn crop yields from each farm--many visiters and horses cause great use of crops--also 24 of own horses--wants to try making rum, sugar, and molasses from Indian corn stalk for money crop.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStewart is writing about the conduct of some of the soldiers and the need of supplies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrees to be planted--Triplett delays signing bond for land exchange with Washington--mentions Mr. McCarty, Massey and Chichester in relation to agreement--boundary disputes--inquire into purchase of Col. Stone's land--Beck's land sold--new covering horse--Col. Triplett accompanies Mrs. Washington across River today on way to camp--will question tenants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCovering horse arrived--bond signed with Triplett for land below mill race--Robt. Adam pd. account--\"I have a great mind to put the Money into the Continental Loan office, but perhaps it would be proper to get your approbation first\"--[Mrs. Mary Washington] wants Silla sent to her, but Lund hates to part her from Jack--[Charles Washington] wrote for another hand but he didn't send one--tobacco land to be put to flax--pumpkin to be planted--per simmons for beer and spirits--mare sent by Col. Lewis sick--Lund's lip still sore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRain and snow prevented his going up to see Washington--will leave for camp last of month--flour and corn for sale, had to sell to govt.--will sell barrels of pork and beef--difficulties getting salt--doubts Lanphier will come to work this spring--who to leave to manage housekeeping in his absence?--Bishop not trustworthy and Milly Posey away from home-will sell negroes at private sale--meeting among Loudon draftees--[John Parke] Custis not returned from Williamsburg--Mrs. Custis and children not heard from--sickness among people--Jack and Sylla distressed at parting--lambs died--mare sent by [Col.] Lewis still sick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePersuaded Lanphier to work by promising him a portion of corn crop and wool in place of money--much plank wasted by his delay--difficulties of getting their privateer into action--difficulties with draft law in county [Fairfax]--volunteer scheme hasn't worked--reassures Washington he will not leave his employ or hold him for higher wages while he is away leading army--Custis returned from Williamsburg--feeling against R[ichard] H[enry] L[ee] for his supposed scheming against Washington--will make molasses, sugar, Rum from corn next fall-won't attempt tobacco--breeding mare.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBreeding mare--Weaver captured deserter, thus is exempt from serving in army, but he's been let go because of high wages demanded--bargain with Triplett--Blair's bond--money put in Continental Loan office--rents collected from tenants in Loudon and Fauquier--Sam[uel W-n] collected some in Westmoreland--will come to camp after shad is put up for coming year--will send Washington's accounts by Col. Fitzgerald if he leaves first--covering horse thin--progress made on privateer \"General Washington\"--Lund expresses his faith in the ship and encourages Washington to keep his share.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived letter by Gen. Woodford--can't sell negroes with their consent--negroes from Crawford innoculated with smallpox--getting in shad--covering horses--[John Parke] Custis in New Kent for elections--if not elected He'll come to camp with Lund--corn to sell--money in Loan office--Mercer land and Blair's bond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBlair's bond--he and Mr. Custis set out for camp next week--Custis elected in Fairfax county--Col. Bassett innoculated for smallpox--less shad put up than expected--stopped running early--\"the Crabs, Thorns, Cedars \u0026amp;c which we planted this Spring for Hedges appear to be all living. The Locusts at the North End of the House are all putting out I believe not one of them are dead, the variety of Trees at the South End are also alive, most of them I hope will live ...\"--ship \"George Washington\" launched--but in mud in Occoquan--loan office certificates--Lanphier worthless, refuses to work--\"I wanted much to get the Window finish'd in the Pediment that I might have the garret Passage plaister'd \u0026amp; clean'd out before Mrs. Washington returns - beside this the scaffling in the Front of the House cannot be taken away before it is finished - This prevents me from putting up with the Steps to the great Front Door ...\"--Sickness--will bring letter to Mrs. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRain and his indisposition prevented his going to camp by now--[John Parke] Custis not to go, must go to assembly--Capt. Triplett's health forces him to resign commission.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Parke Custis, stepson of George Washington, wrote to George Washington who was at Valley Forge about various aspects of the war.  He notified him that the Virginia legislature passed bills to help raise troops, the arrival of a French ship carrying uniforms and military supplies, and a note to his mom. Docketed by George Washington. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo word from G.W. in 2 posts--conditions of plantations under Davenport \u0026amp; Hill--breeding of cattle from Custis' English bull--wet summer--crops of corn, timothy and wheat--no workmen found but Lanphier \u0026amp; his man--making molasses from corn stalks--\"old Billy Harding wants to rent part of the Land you Bought of Mercer on four mile Run ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill try to buy Barry's and Marshall's land for G.W.--which negroes to sell?--sorry G.W. must forgo buying lands because of losses from farms under his (Lund's) management--wheat crop almost total loss--(the fly)--prepares to plant tobacco--ditching mill swamp--drowning in mill race of valuable slave Cooper James--Carpenter James injured with axe--received £200 from Capt. Lewis for Phaeton--sold flour to Boston for good price (scarsity there)--suggests G.W. speculate in wheat, sell flour at high prices--Wm. Roberts the miller, his merits \u0026amp; weaknesses for drink, \u0026amp; advises not to hire him again--mill race, tumbling dam at Piny \u0026amp; Dogue Run gate \u0026amp; dam which Roberts repaired or built--discusses building houses for prospective tobacco crop--campaign in Rhode Island \u0026amp; departure of Fr. admiral, Lord Howe \u0026amp; Johnstone--cleared money in pork--can't get workmen to assist Lanphier--\" ... if so the coverd ways will not get done ... \"--sickness among people--good pastures--took paper from G.W.'s trunk, can't get any in Alexa.--letter from Wm. Roberts enclosed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelays problems with recruiting for the army, currency depreciation and counterfeiting, land purchases in northern Virginia, and the management of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResigned commission because of ill health--also, \"Would my health admit of my continueing in the Service, I could not Consistent with the Character of an Officer or Soldier by any Means Submit to have younger Officers placed over me.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Caleb Gibbs, commander of the Commander-in-Chief's Guard, to Royal Flint, assistant commissary of purchases, requesting a quarter cask of wine for His Excellency George Washington at Head Quarters. Signed by Gibbs with note that the cask of wine was received.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerned with auditing of army accounts ... Lewis, informed of a balance in his favor, requests Washington to order the Paymaster Gen. to honor this balance ... nonpayment of debts will injure him as well as the Public Service …\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvoice for beer, wine, bacon, sugar, and \"1 box directed to Mrs. Washington,\" etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMilitary intelligence--reports movement of British fleet and army in New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests George Washington's advice whether to sell Eastern shore lands because of heavy taxes and can get no one to live there \u0026amp; work them--rumors of truce to be offered by British King--appreciates Washington's advice on draining low grounds [at Abingdon] to prevent tidal floods--poor corn crops and depreciation of paper money--everyone paying old debts in paper money--purchase of Alexander's land--army's success at Stony Point. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Parke Custis writes to George Washington from his Abingdon regarding an offer of seventy five pounds for his property on the Eastern Shore of Virginia - is confident he can get more. Custis himself is considering purchasing Philip Alexander's land at a tempting price. Expresses his pleasure and congratulatory wishes on the arrival of Count d'Estaing's on the American coast. Custis reluctantly addresses a misunderstanding between himself and Colo. Bassett regarding the valuation and care of Washington's forty-seven head of cattle at Clairborne's plantation in King William County, Va. (part of Martha Washington's dower lands that Washington leased to John Parke Custis in 1778). Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of cattle on George Washington's plantation in King George County in the hand of John Parke Custis. The front of the document lists forty-seven cattle including eighteen \"Young Cows\" of the \"common breed \u0026amp; small,\" sixteen heifers of the \"English Breed,\" three steers, and ten \"best work Oxen.\" The reverse of the lists cattle valued by Colo. Bassett 'last fall.' Autograph document, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn writes how the new plantation needs constant attention, but would be \"very advantageous to your Estate in the Neck, and will add much to the Prospect from the House.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosed is letter to Mr. Fras Gallibert, French merchant prisoner at N.Y., to be forwarded to him--his health improves, but George [Lewis'] is poor--George settles on Frederick cty. land; will Washington sell some of his land adjoining?--no news from Charles Town [Charleston, S.C.]--Gen. Woodford moving Va. troops there-\"will not the Irish demands of a fair trade operate to our advantage?\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill addressed Master George Washington--total £297.6.0 Va. Curr.--bill for broadcloth, buttons, silk, thread, dressed leather for making coat and waistcoat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShowed Col. Bassett his letter, but doesn't know whether he's complied with it--concern over no news from Charlestown [S.C.]--feeling among gentry and people at large regarding congress's recommendation regarding currency--he and Col. Mason expect to be elected to assembly with no opposition.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncloses Philadelphia paper announcing news of a victory in the south [King's Mountain ?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipts and certificates collected for supplies and horses requisitioned last Jan.--Will Washington appoint someone to examine and approve them as per law of state of N.J. which he incloses?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMortified at actions of [Va.] legislature--wishes to resign his public office but feels it his duty to continue in legislature to express his protests at their actions--emission of 10 million pounds immediately--action between Cornwallis and Genl. Greene--Greene has won universal esteem for his conduct.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends boots Washington ordered from his shoe factory--invites Washington to visit again--sorry to hear Mrs. Washington is ill--suggests she spend summer in Wethersfield rather than go back to Va.--hogshead of boots being sent to Col. Sheldon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Parke Custis writes to Washington relieved to hear that his mother Martha Washington is back in good health. His family is suffering from an epidemic that his stricken many family members with his youngest son being dangerously ill. Custis apprises Washington of his current circumstances in dealing with a dispute of monies owed to Robert Alexander for land purchase includes a copy of a notice dates 26 May 1781 [see RM-1188.004]. Reports of damages by British troops to nearby neighbors properties including Colo. Bassett. Fortunately, Custis' home and property were unaffected. He is pleased to inform Washington of accounts of 'our Countrymen do not want Spirit or Inclination to join the Marquiss,' with forty-six men from the county volunteering for service. Custis himself has provided clothes and horses for two volunteers. Reports that Genl. Nelson was appointed governor with the assembly granting him very great powers to support the war. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn 26 May 1781 John Parke Custis notifies \"To All Persons whom it may concern\" a dispute between Robert Alexander and himself regarding the purchase of land and monies owed by Custis to Alexander. Custis appoints Charles Simms as his lawful attorney in the matter. Custis proposes four options to rectify the dispute and if none are disagreeable, Custis' attorney will authorize a payment of forty eight thousand pounds current money. Autograph document, pages. Docketed in the hand of George Washington. Document included in Custis' 11 July 1781 letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of his father [Fielding Lewis]--father's will directs Dismal Swamp lands and others to be sold-estate in debt--give opinion on accepting credit and also description of land--mother [Betty Lewis] and family well--\" ... as well as is the old Lady-forwards letter from Havana.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetailed description of Dow's land on Cameron Run--Mrs. French will never consent to exchange land--G.W. anxious to have her land--Mrs. W. goes to Mr. Digges across river in company of Dr. Stewart (Stuart)--[Mrs. French's land is between Epsewasson and Little Hunting Creeks, part of Union Farm].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived letters and will forward them to England--will forward Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd's letters under protection of Washington's.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLund encloses [Benj.] Dulany's letter concerning Mrs. French's landand Mr. and Mrs. D. agrees to sale of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLund writes about further efforts to exchange Dow and French lands, maybe Mrs. F. can be persuaded to trade Manley's land (adjoining French's), and has purchased Dow's land to bargain with Mrs. F along with a description of land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLund writes about how the sale of Custis horses didn't take place although Col. Dandridge offers both to G.W. in exchange for giving up two years payments from Dandridge's estate, both as covering horses may repay quickly and one may do for the turf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLund writes about how Dow wants payment for land made in Philadelphia and will try to collect rents to repay what G.W. has borrowed. He will also get Gilbert Simpson [on Washington's western lands] to try to get money and James Cleveland to collect debt for Col. Wm. Crawford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLund writes about various aspects of the family and the famrs including that he believes there is peace in King's speech to Parliament, horses suitable as chariot horses (will get horse [from Custis estate]), shoats only doubled in size, very disappointing, bank froze all winter, grapevinesand apple trees, someone cutting timber on G.W.'s land, Custis's legal title to Alexander's land [Abingdon], and that children at Abingdon are well, will come to Mt. V. to stay some time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLund writes on how the crops are short and other financial matters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLund writes about the amount of wheat from each farm and how few will sell wheat, expecting price to go up because of the peace treaty with Britain.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter by Betty Lewis--hurt at not hearing from him during afflictions--husband and brother Sam died within 3 weeks of each other and she has been ill--\" ... My Dear Brother was there not one half our you could spare to write a few lines to an only Sister whoe was laboring under so mutch affliction both of Body and mind ...\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, integral address panel. Docketed by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnsuccessful in collecting rents--tenants over the ridge will pay as soon as specie is in circulation among them--they have good crops--Mr. Throckmorton undesirable tenant because he would put negroes and overseer on land, lowering quality--describes tenants and plantations--tenants on this side the ridge in bad shape, can't pay--new cook, Richard Burnett ill, very good industrious fellow, but complains of being lonely--refuses to mix with negroes--[Pitman] best kitchen gardner they've had--kiln for drying wheat--Dow's land--Washington's house in Alexandria--Dr. Stuart to build in Alexandria--got negro from Norfolk where he's been since seige of York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends Washington a pamphlet lately out on a political issue--she recommends it as disinterested and sensible--\"Some say there is no Cincinnatus in existence; I think there is.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe drawing was known to George Washington who sent it to Tobias Lear on 22 December 1794, describing it as \"the sketch which has been presented to me by Mr. Claiborn, of the new method of lowering and raising boats without locks.\" Washington had received a letter from Claiborne in 1784 in which he discussed navigable rivers to the west; whether Claiborne sent the drawing at that time is uncertain. It could also have been given to Washington in early December 1794 when he and Claiborne met together in Philadelphia, or sent in a follow-up letter Claiborne wrote on 16 December 1794.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Inclosed I have Sent you my Fathers letters wharein you will See his intention Before his death, of releiving me out of my distressis, Occasioned by my Youthfull Folley\"--requests a loan--now in jail.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis, surveyer of Rockingham County, informs W. that he can find no record of registration of land on \"Little Kanaway\" by Col. [William] Crawford--lands on Ohio and Shurtee [Chartier] are regestered-Michl. Cresap disputes this--most of land in newly formed Mononghela county, should make inquiries there--receives condolences on death of brother [Gen. Andrew Lewis?]--death of Fielding Lewis--.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLittle news regarding Washington's Ohio lands and plantations under Simpson--can't write what he heard in a letter--David Bradford, lawyer, has news of lands, enclosed copy of his letter--recommends Bradford as good agent for Washington's business there--people in Washington's Bottom on Ohio leaving after hearing he is to assert claim--rumor that Washington's land there has been recently surveyed among large tracts by Pa. People for sale in Philadelphia--people should be warned of a fraud--leaves west as soon as his [Lewis'] land is surveyed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncloses draft of a deed to be executed by Col. Bassett--will accomplish his business at next general court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes to clear up title to land bought from father [Sam. Washington]--originally bought from Col. Phil. Pendleton, and title still in Washington's hand--will be at sweet springs when Washington visits his plantation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites by naval officer going to Philadelphia--fatigues of passage to West Indies and here reduced health--hopes to benefit from more settled climate of this place--ships leaving--sends letters to Mrs. Washington and Fanny Bassett by ship for Norfolk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAffairs of Dismal Swamp Co.--letters from Mr. Jamason, chief manager--intends to advertise meeting in Richmond in Oct.--will Washington do this instead, for greater effect?--agrees to sale of their partnership lands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis are only letters which have \"... communicated information of my friends.\"--hopes George Washington has recovered from reported sickness--was very ill after passage, and recovers slowly--Physician in Charleston will probably bleed him to relieve pain in head--will remain til April--always tries to act honorably--thanks for money--will return by water which is cheaper--gratitude to his uncle--can't procure acorns and seeds he wants as \"they fall from the Trees early in November.\"--transplanted 50 or 60 of Magnolia and a number of the live Oak to bring with him--\"Miller's description of the Magnolia cannot be two highly embellished--there is a Species of them called the bay Laurel but none that I have yet heard of under the denomination of the Umbrella, from the discription I have had of it, it will not answer Your purpose I presume, as it is said not to exceed the height of 6 or 7 feet--it may rather be considered a shrub.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMajor Washington has remained with them since January, and though he wishes he could say his health was improved by the Southern climate, he fears \"his disorder is too inflexible to be remov'd by mere Change of Climate.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists number of shares owned by individuals, including G. Washington, 1 share.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for plank and shingles, total amount £87.9.0.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of a gross of bottles (probably rye whiskey) and discusses the purchasing of shares of Potomac Company stock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn informs George that during a recent visit to Mount Vernon a \"great Coat of yours\" and book became mixed-up with his own belongings. John then discusses one of George Washington's notable entrepreneurial activities - the breeding of mules. Seeking to emulate his brother, John suggests that George send one of his \"Jack Asses\" to Bushfield, John's plantation, to breed with his mares.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson requests information about David Bushnell's \"submarine navigation\" experiments during the American Revolution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends him live oaks plants and acorns of live oak and water oak--also seeds and plants of laurel tree.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount from April 1786 - Dec. 1788, for various medicines and spices.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGlad to receive news of Mt. Vernon--will enquire about a she-ass--the Secretary and General Nelson most likely to have one--Mr. Bassett gave him box to convey safely to Mt.Vernon--not finished copying letters--will return soon--thanks him for kind invitation [to live at Mt. Vernon as manager ?] and hopes he will be equal to the job-- \"... my experience in business but illy qualifies me for embarking on it, but under Your direction and from your example I flatter myself I shall derive insight, and I must hope that my attention and integrity will in some degree make amends for my deficiencies.\"--wrote to inform him of act passed in Richmond to discharge interest certificates on all Loan office warrants issued by the state--Dr. Lamey [Le Mayeur?] to deliver this and shoes--lots in Fredericksbg not sold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed, fragment, endorsed \"Rect. No. 149 Walker Blunt Block Maker\".Bill for £1.3.0.Receipted on April 14, 1786 by Washer Blunt; Endorsed on back by [the officers of the Potomac Company] George Washington, John Fitzgerald and George Gilpin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThornton writes to request G.W. to send any papers dealing with Hight [Jost Hite] land, which he bought of his father [Sam. Washington] and is now up for litigation, if turned out, will have to move house he's begun to other of his lands adjoining this.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis agreement between George Washington and Penelope French secured for his use the last piece of property he added to his Mount Vernon estate, a parcel that would become part of Union Farm. French, who had a life in interest in the land and buildings, also leased to Washington the use of twenty-one enslaved people including \"Will, Paschal, Paul, Abraham, Sabine, Rosanna, Daphne, Lucy, Delia, Grace, Tom, Isaac, Robert, Moses, Julius, Spencer, Nancy, Celia, Nell, Mitty, and Lett\", and three young children not named. The agreement stipulated that Washington must ensure the enslaved were \"clothed and fed in the same manner as slaves usually are within this commonwealth and shall not be removed and worked out of the said county of fairfax\", and is \"unreasonably worked or neglected in sickness or treated within humanity\", they would be returned to French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks to Washington for letter [offering him and Fanny a portion Mt. Vernon land and the stewardship of Mt. Vernon, thus relieving Washington of many duties]--\"Both Fanny and myself are happier in this family than we could be in any other, or I am persuaded in a house of our own, ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends wagon down with spelts [wheat-like grain]--one bag spilled-rest sent to care of Wm. Hartshorn in Alexandria--has engaged part of the Poland oats Washington wants and will procure more.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for timber near Rectertown--unable to come see him because of \"distressed situation\"--clear of debts in Fairfax--sends son with letter--can Washington employ him (son) or get him into business?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcern over Washington's letter--insists he realizes importance of good education and strives for it--never lets dress or pleasure intervene--does not intend to follow example of his brother Ferdinand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliams' bond is counter-signed by William Kerchival. Latter part of document tells of the seizing of Williams' property by the deputy sheriff for not paying rent as bound.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for £13.2.6 on July 16, 1787 in Washington's hand, signed by Craig. Bill for 6 weeks board for two servants at 25/ each, plus balance of old account--total £13.15.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas seen coach painter and quotes prices for painting, gilding, etc. the chariot--this is for varnishing coach body and surface polished, with no varnish to be added later--a cheaper mode is painting first and varnishing later--work will take 4-5 weeks--has made no contract with him, nor mentioned names--cannot give price of lining since coach-maker is away--a postscript gives price of lining as £3 exclusive of cloth and lace--quotes price and yardage of lace and cloth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from Joseph Cook [Cooke], a Philadelphia jeweler and silversmith, to George Washington for one gold watch chain with an engraved 'cypher' as well as a velvet ribbon. The total sum listed is £9.7.3. Docketed in Washington's writing and dated August 10, 1787. Autograph document signed, with Washington autograph, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvoice to George Washington from R. Sprigg. Receipted for stud fees of mules.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncloses copy of account requested--will send account from Mr. Payne--is looking for father's [Fielding Lewis] paper of money payable and receivable from Washington--wants lands sold which father owned with Washington--if possible before he goes west this summer--how much can he get for shares in Dismal Swamp Co.?--has Washington heard of plan to drain it?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLt. [Bezaleel] How[e], who intends to enter an enterprize to some part of the Spanish settlements on the shores of [So?] America, desires a letter from Washington, stating he was an officer of the New Hampshire line and in the Guards--Trumbull recommends him to be a man \"of probity \u0026amp; honor\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBegs financial aid--unfortunate marriage ruined him--married again, but can't get wife's inheritance yet--father refuses to help--rented a house in Greensvill \"in this state\" and has to keep a poor tavern--asks for land in Dismal Swamp to live on--will take care of Washington's business there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter discussing Washington's previous note inquiring if Thomas Lewis would serve as his land agent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePolitical situation in Conn.--Gen'l Assembly of Conn. passing resolves for organizing Congress under new constitution--will appoint electors in Jan., \"this appointment the Assembly have retained in their own power - thinkg it more likely to be exercised with judgment \u0026amp; discretion than it would be to be entrusted in the hands of the people at large\"--Senators elected--Representatives to be chosen by people--mentions circular letter from N.Y. state convention--few discordant notes in Conn. assembly--no disagreement over president, but over vice-president--desires Bowdoin for office, since Adams is talked of for Supreme Court--asks after [David] Humphreys.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Washington's advice and aid--his father's estate [John A. Washington] is in danger of being sued by Dr. Stewart for nonpayment of a bond--this was given to aid uncle Sam [Washington] and now Charles, [Sam's executor] won't pay--doesn't want to sue uncle Chas.--Nancy [Anne Blackburn, his wife] sends love--mares being brought down, will pay for season.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod to move to Alexandria--can't keep up plantation and practice law too--prefers law--can sell land and negroes to discharge debts due from his father's estate--has rented his land on advantageous terms--Mother will remain at Bushfield--desires Washington's approval--bearer, Mr. Packet goes to Alexandria to inquire about rent of houses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConn requests that Washington pay the bearer (John Middleton) 3 pounds \"which the Revd Mr. D. Griffith subscribed for you towards repairing the Church etc.\" Receipted and witnessed by Ricahrd Burnet Walker on verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses Mr. Cowper's letter respecting N. Carolina land--Mr. Cowper only one who wants land and can pay for it--desires Washington to agree to sell to Cowper because estate of [Fielding Lewis] needs money from sale of lands to pay debts--he leaves for Kentucky next week, and cannot bargain further--has found bill for £50 drawn by executors of Wm. Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeclines with thanks Washington's offer of a house rent free [in Alexandria ?]--has no office or outbuildings--might be unhealthy--glad Washington approves of decision to give up farming--conscious of competition legal in Alexandria--he and Nancy [Ann, wife] will be at Mt. Vernon after Christmas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArmistead's Bill of exchange--made no fixed price in offer of Carolina land to Mr. Cowper--asked what it is worth--has heard land is in bad shape and may be sold for taxes--Mr. Riddick and Mr. Godwin attend to paying this--other land bought not assessed--maybe hard to find land in Kentucky--will give Washington best intelligence of it he can.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond of £1000 for 5000 acres of land in Kentucky.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"For putting in Buckwheat. Receipted by Peter Pool with an \"\"X\"\" mark.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a petition to George Washington requesting a pardon of Margaret Stone. Citing the facts that Stone is about forty years old, mother of seven children, and it is her first offense, the undersigned [including Lund Washington and Peyton Randolph] request a pardon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for kind offer, but had already rented an office--will repair [Washington's] stable for use--accepts offer of hay--hard to get it and expensive in [Alexandria].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses thanks for Washington's goodness--realizes bad condition of their estate--great need for clothes--have a servant stop by Mr. Hanson's for some things to be repaired.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for unmerited kindness and attention--will pay respects at Mt. Vernon before Washington leaves for N.Y.--sure he will accept the presidency despite preference for Mt. Vernon--\"... it is the general opinion of the Friends to the New Government, that if you decline being at the head of it, It never can, or will take effect\"--returns to London in a few months where he does business under the firm of Donald \u0026amp; Burton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains inability to answer sooner--will see the land he mentions and give his idea of its value. [This is probably land Washington was considering buying from John Dandridge in Gloucester County.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports that his nephew Lund Washington, heard in Stafford County that people were saying \"we shoud have a very pretty President at the head of our new Government one who had pd of his Debts within the time of the war with paper money altho it had been lent to him in specia.\"--Col. [George] Mason responsible--believes Mason's son-in-law started it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington's letter to him delayed--Gen. Nelson's illness--has seen land Washington is interested in buying--encloses sketch of it taken from old survey--description of land--4 mi. from Gloucester C.H.--\"a good, not a fine piece of land\"--[Sketch of land is enclosed].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 copies - one retained copy in Warner Lewis' hand. Another contemporary copy in another hand with the docket, \"From Warner Lewis Esqr. 11 March 1789 (Copy). Original sent to John Dandridge Esqr. 26th March 1789\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 copies - one retained copy in Warner Lewis' hand. Another contemporary copy in another hand with the docket, \"From Warner Lewis Esqr. 11 March 1789 (Copy). Original sent to John Dandridge Esqr. 26th March 1789\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn answer to letter of 26th Inst, mentions caution regarding getting ready--is prepared to go with mother and Mrs. Willis on Thurs, or Fri. to Mt. Vernon--remains there till the horses return for his Aunt--hopes to find him at Mt. Vernon when he arrives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable as yet to get information on lands Washington is interested in--goes to New Orleans in 2 weeks--\"I have seen a very extrordinary publication in a Fredericksburg Paper wherin mention is made of Gen. W-ks-n [James Wilkinson ?] having prepared a fleet of 25 Boats some of them armed with three Pounders and maned with 150 men who intend fighting their way down the Mississippi into the Gulph of Mexico. It is very extrordinary how such a report coud have taken its rise as Ge. W-ks-n is now here and intends down the River at the same time as I do, with only five or six Tobacco [ ] instead of 25 armed Boats.\"--sends some \"pecaun\" nuts from New Orleans--Indians doing mischief--but lands settling fast despite scalpings--price of corn--returns to Mt. Vernon in August.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSolicits money from Washington for erection of a Methodist Episcopal church in Alexandria--contributions have been slow--names prominent Alexandrians who have contributed--wishes him a good journey to the north.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePA list of accounts addressed to His Excellency Gen. Washington Esq. from the firm of Pope and Cadle, who sold lace, silk, and other hosiery at 12 William Street, New York. The document shows that on April 30, the day of his inauguration, Washington purchased 3 hat tassels. In May, he purchased 3 pairs of white silk hose and 28 yards livery lace. A note at the bottom states that one pair of hose was for Tobias Lear, who paid for them separately.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIt is likely that the hat tassels purchased on Inauguration Day were for Giles and Paris, enslaved men who rode and drove the horses that pulled Washington's carriage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDelivered his letter and package to Mrs. Washington--has arranged for Mrs. Washington's trip to N.Y.--hired [Gabriel] Van Horn \u0026amp; Co. to drive her--tries to allay her fears at driving with strange horses and coachman--gives charges for trip.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Fenwick, bears a gift of a small 2-deck ship which will act as a chimney piece of a large room before a looking glass.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHe is sending a sermon preached a year ago which is appropriate today--\"When you removed from my house, your goodness allowed me to be conversant in your family as a domestic for some months, before the College was removed to Concord\".--lauds Washington's religious attitudes and Christian behavior.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for inoculating fruit trees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccording to Washington's directions he has pd. Col. Hooe £700 in part of debt due heirs of Co. Colville by Th. Montgomerie, Adam Stewart and Cumberland Wilson--will make payments of £500 and £250 soon--\"The Laws both of Maryland \u0026amp; Virginia authorized me to pay current money at the par of exchange in discharge of Sterling Debts and in the manner Col. Hooe received his money.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHe has been down the Ohio--found a settlement on the Kanawa under James Neal of Frederick County, who patented 2200 A.--he persuaded them they had no right to the land, since it was in center of land surveyed for officers of Washington's old Va. regt. [Fr. \u0026amp; Ind. War]--they agree to buy it cheap if it will be sold, because their settlement has increased value greatly of land--people won't settle unless there's a settlement already there--he has power of attorney to make a settlement for Neal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMares such as Washington wants can be had for £25 specie--doesn't know cost of sending them to Virginia--his commission for procuring them would be 10%.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests loan of about £300 to pay outstanding debts on estate of Mr. Aylett, his wife's first husband [she was Elizabeth Dandridge Aylett Henley, Mrs. Martha Washington's sister]--will give land and negroes as security.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses gratitude for \"your powerful friendship\" in appointment of Mr. Meredith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived intimation this morning from Gen. Lincoln, so renewed request made in Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e£11.5.0 for shoeing horses, \"a new handel \u0026amp; ring for a fork,\" and \"to drogs an doctren the whet hors head\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBetty writes that George Augustine Washington, Bushrod and Corbin are there to help settle Mary Washington's estate--Bushrod says she's to have no part of the slaves [of Mary Washington's estate]--discusses division of her property--doctor's bills high--Col. Ball thinks crops will pay off debts of estate. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas purchased 2 bay mares for Washington--sends them down next week--with good care, they will be satisfactory next year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHe was manager for Col. George Mercer's estate in Frederick County when it was sold by Washington--Jas. Mercer kept scolding him and complaining of bad management of farms--Mr. Snickers had written letter to Jas. Mercer maligning his conduct--Capt. Ed. Snickers nailed up his cornhouse door and threatened to serve a writ on him--he was going to bring suit against Mr. Mercer for this treatment, but the war intervened--before war, tried to settle dispute but Mercer refused and he brought suit--sends Washington copy of affadavit--Washington, he is informed, means to bring suit against him for damage--lists a number of questions, seeking testimony of Washington in the suit against Mercer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas recorded deed of the land in Gloucester to Washington for the £800 offered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWaited until recess of Congress to bother Washngton with another letter--the Gloucester county land, is not worth £800--John Nicholson of Gloucester is interested in leasing the land on back creek [sic]--Nicholson has asked several questions about the land so passes them on to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWritten at Wilmington, Middlesex County, Massachusetts. The letter expresses the author's laudatory and religious feelings about Washington. This letter was presumably once in the Washington papers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSeeks settlement for payment for his services as manager of Col. George Mercer's plantations in Frederick County--will acceed to arbitration--puts queries to Washington on his management of the farms, the answers will be put as proof--claims Col. Ed. Snickers cast aspersions on his character--sends letter to Clerk of district court of Fredericksburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShe is sick in strange city and begs food for self and fatherless child--late husband (Col. John White's) acct. can't be settled until Congress meets--Col. Alexander Hamilton knows her character and situation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShe suffers in prison without heat or bed, with her child, Kitty White--deceased husband's (Col. John White's) daughter has had her imprisoned to give an account of his property which wouldn't pay his debts--she cannot give security until she can write to Georgia and explain the business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGlad he's returned safely from eastern tour--breeding mares extremely hard to come by--only the wealthy have them and they prize them highly--Adam Reigart is looking in Lancaster Cty, Mr. Baltzer Spangler searching in the county--will try to send mares to Mt. Vernon before Jan.--compliments to Mr. Lewis and rest of family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter signed by Fenwick Mason and addressed to His Excellency George Washington Esq. President of the United States of America. It refers to various wines ordered by the President for entertaining, including \"26 dozen claret and 12 dozen vins de grave.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of lading for \"dix huit Caisses de Vin en bouteille\"--shipped aboard the ship \"Le Jean Jacques de St. Malo,\" captain Le Grand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses a copy of letter from Adam Reigart--sorry so many difficulties have been encountered in finding mares--Mr. Spangler's report not favorable either--has engaged another man--will remain at home 3 or 4 weeks--will write Mr. Miller, mentioned in Reigart's letter--Mrs. Reigart's death and daughter's illness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains why his brother wrote Washington twice on same subject--he [brother] goes to Berkeley to try to discover documents to defend title to his land--Bushrod apologizes for not writing, but injured his hand badly--apologizes for applying for federal job [district attorney of Va.], had thought Supreme Court made nominations, not the president, and he realizes position Washington was put in--congratulations of the season.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for shoeing horses and for bottles of ointment during period Jan. 11-June 15 1790.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAt Mr. Nicholson's request, Warner sends a copy of a letter he wrote several months ago, supposing the first was lost in the mail.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeteorological account--work done on each farm, giving division of labor--work days lost by sickness--stock on each farm--work of ditchers, coopers, and joiners and carpenters--amount of grain ground at mill. Includes putting up post and rail fence around the vineyard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA list of furniture, including sofas, mirrors, chairs, draperies, miscellaneous small furnishings, lamps, china (Sevres). Used in the New York house; total £665.14.6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[John?] Fairfax wants higher wages than £25 per annum [as overseer]--will probably leave at end of year--difficulty in finding reliable overseers for the salary--thinks Mr. [James] Bloxham's wages (£40) too high--he's not any better than any overseer in the country--suspects him of embezzling funds from ferriages--Fairfax would like to have Bloxham's job at the high salary, but G.A.W. has discouraged him--but he's a good overseer--recommends removing James from carpentering house to act as an overseer--white overseers expensive--remove Davy to Dogue Run and Will to Muddy Hole--hasn't told the Farmer [Bloxham] yet of plans to oust him--G.A.W. goes to Berkeley for his health--wheat and tobacco crops--flour ground and the prices it will bring--new bolting cloth in place, will enable superfine flour to be made--Mr. Wilson to send his corn to the mill--prices in Alexandria high--will increase crops of pease, potatoes, carrots as Washington desires--Ehler appears industrious and able [German gardner]--\"I have replaced in the Shrubberies the Dogwood Red Bud Sasafrass Laurel and Crabapples - the Ivy have almost entirely died under both walls - among the shrubs some of these shall be interspersed\"--Muse's account with Washington--very cold weather endangers grain crops--barley has suffered much.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor colouring and bordering 2 rooms and mending one room £8.5.0.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeteorological Account--work done on each farm, giving division of labor--work days lost by sickness--stock increase and decrease for each farm--work of ditchers, coopers, joiners and carpenters--amount of grains ground at mill. Includes \"lathing and shingling the shed of the Barn Yard.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePaid account to Porter \u0026amp; Ingraham, after satisfying himself they were valid--will no more let mares or jennets be taken away from Mt. Vernon before being paid for breeding with Jacks--rest of mares from Mr. Zantzinger have come--encloses his letters [see letters of March 9 \u0026amp; 14, P. Zantzinger to G.A.W.]--is making inquiries for person to take Fairfax's place as overseer--son of James DeNeil is no good in job at Dr. Stuart's--Mr. Gevins is good, but wants his own plantation when Fitzhugh lets him go--has had application from Anthony Whiting, an Englishman, who seems to know the whole business but wants 40 Guineas--gave Gen. Cadwallader as reference--has given Mr. Bloxham his notice and he wants to leave immediately--Davy doesn't want to go to Dogue Run as overseer--pleads his recent jaundiced condition as reason--Will not as good as Davy, but considers him for Muddy Hole--gives number of hogsheads of tobacco prized--Gardener [Ehler] laments no cabbage seed came with other seeds and buckwheat from Biddle--he's fond of flowers but promises to attend to more practical things--\"The posts which stood against the Barn, at the Mansion house I had put within shortly after you left Home.\"--too wet to complete fencing at Deep Run--when Bishop Green went away, secured the house--they are living at place of Col. McCarty's where Mrs. Barnes formerly lived--dampness delays and hampers sowing--a severe sickness among horses and mules--fluctuating wheat prices--sold all on hand, gives prices taken.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHasn't written him since he left because he's so busy--asks her uncle to please send her a guitar [\"gettar\"], as all the young ladies are learning music, and it is very simple to learn--a man named Tracy teaches the gettar and harpsichord lessons--hears he and aunt are coming home this summer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne page of accounts between the President's household in New York and local confectioner Joseph Corre. Includes purchases of macaroni, bitter almonds, caraway seed, and ice cream. On April 15, the President's household purchased \"dinner drest,\" when John and Abigail Adams, John Jay, and Thomas Jefferson dined with him. \"Dinner drest\" was ordered again on April 29 when Washington dined with a group of senators.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Joseph Corre and docketed on verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived his assent to agreement between Dr. Stuart and Alexander on Custis estate--glad it's to be compromised even if injurious to Custis estate--had Custis paid in legal currency, transaction would have been legal--high court of chancery may put price anywhere from £48,000 to £8,000--if the higher figure, would ruin the estate for the Custis children--Col. George Mason considers his appointment an insult, because he never approved of the govt.--but Mr. Hector Ross thinks Mason's acrimony against the Constitution is much abated--Mason dislikes \"pomp \u0026amp; parade\" in N.Y.--\" ... swearing by G-d that if the President was not an uncommon Man we should soon have the Devil to pay. but hoped \u0026amp; indeed did not fear so long as it pleased God to keep him at the Head - but it would be out of the power of those Damnd monarchical fellows with the Vice president, \u0026amp; the Women to ruin the nation.\"--prices high in Alexandria and farmers making money--law passed moving court from Alexandria but another to be passed moving it back--Roger West thrown out of Assembly--Lund's eyes very bad--snowing hard now--wheat crops looking good--describes Washington's stand of wheat at field at Morris, Frenches and the Ferry--hopes to see Washington and Mrs. Washington in summer at Mt. Vernon--\"No person has an idea but that you must remain at the head of the Government so long as you Live. Which I pray God may be with some degree of Comfort and satisfaction to yourself, for I have no doubt but your fatigue, trouble \u0026amp; vexation is very great.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport of the death of her son Lawrence's first wife (Susannah Edmundson) in child-birth. Settlement of Mary Ball Washington's estate. Asks about her son, Robert, who was serving as Washington's personal secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBlacksmith's bill for shoeing General Washington's horses and making a bolt for a [coach]--part itemized, part lumped together: \"To shoeing \u0026amp; repairing shoes \u0026amp;c of 11 horses for 2 months ... \"--included are \"Two charges for shoeing a gray mare not entered ... being for T. Lear.\" Receipted by Cliland on September 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport of work done on each farm during the week, including report of amount of grain ground at mill, sickness among negroes, increase and decrease in cattle, work of ditchers. Autograph document, 4 pages, in hand of G. A. Washington, docketed by George Washington, \"From Maj. Geo. A. Washington 20th Aug. 1790,\" docketed in another hand \"Report Aug. 1790 Mt. Vernon,\" laminated, watermark (F. Hayes \u0026amp; crown over encircled heraldic device).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSafe arrival of Will--expected him home at Mt. Vernon sooner--his great anxiety to do right in Washington's affairs--considering moving Anthony Whiting to place occupied by Fairfax when he goes--estimate of Whiting's capabilities and character--Garner [Wm. Gardener, overseer of the River Plantation?] is leaving too, wants higher wages--Mr. Gwin in Alexandria has recommended a young boy of respectable family to take Garner's place--he has had no experience--no family--George A. Washington disagrees with Washington's theory of having all married men--cheaper to have single one--work terms of new overseer--wheat and buckwheat--corn seed sent from New York good--corn crop--\"... a piece of wood of the kind and dimensions you denoted shall be prepared ...\"--very little ice left--Peter and Godfrey busy with small odd jobs--mares in pasture are mischievous and troublesome--terrible rain storm and winds delay work--corn broken down--weather warm until yesterday--very cool--red corn George Washington sent destroyed by insects, dying in the hill--pumpkin seed from Col. Platt's prizes he thinks will flourish.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor a newspaper subscription--\"To Sub to Daily Advn. from the 1st May 17[illegible] [to] this day is 1 Year \u0026amp; 4 months @48[illegible] To Advr [illegible] £4.[illegible].\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeteorological account -- work done on each farm, giving division of labor -- work days lost by sickness -- stock increase and decrease -- work of ditchers, coopers, joiners and carpenters -- amount of grain ground at mill. Includes work on new barn and stables at Mansion House.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeteorological account -- work done on each farm, giving division of labor -- work days lost by sickness -- stock increase and decrease -- work of ditchers, coopers, joiners and carpenters -- amount of grain ground at mill. Includes work on new barn and stables at Mansion House.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington's sister mentions his recent trip to Rhode Island, inquires about his health, and reports her health problems. She would like to visit Mount Vernon before the Washingtons return to Philadelphia; invites them to visit her. Mentions items left to Washington in their mother's will; the accounts of the estate will be settled soon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn hand of George Augustine Washington and includes; Meteorological account--work done on each farm giving division of labor--work days lost by sickness--stock increase and decrease--work of ditchers and coopers, joiners and carpenters--amount of grain ground at mill. Mentions making stalls in the sheds of the new barn; also, putting up a post and rail fence to enclose cow-house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge A. Washington writes about how he didn't write sooner because George Washington had just left Mt. Vernon -- will be more prompt with reports hereafter -- unable to complete the barn for the stock because of many other jobs for Carpenters \u0026amp; their illness -- some progress made on barn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount with David Clark in Philadelphia for repairing the coach, harnesses, halters, and reins over a period of several years.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for £50 from George Washington by George [Augustine] Washington's hands--for his donation for year 1790 to school in the Alexandria Academy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipted [April] 12 by John Barnes. Account for Feb. 21 and April 2 for Best Bourbon Coffee, amounting to £8.15.4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA bond detailing a loan agreement between De Barth and Washington. Signed by Washington, De Barth, Peter Miller, and Tobias Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipted on [June 2] by H. Burgess. Account includes cotton, linens, gause, etc., amounting to £6.19.1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites to know if Washington arrived safe in Philadelphia--weather has been miserable since he left--Mrs. Stuart here at Mount Vernon, waiting to go over the river--Mr. and Mrs. Lund Washington here yesterday--he is worse--veal lights, supposed to help his eyes, have made them worse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is an account of medical calls and treatments at Mount Vernon, mostly to slaves, from 8 March 1791 - 4 Nov. 1791. \"Paid in full.\" Part of account, which should begin 17 March 1789, is missing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHarriot thanks her uncle, George Washington, for his letter with advice, and she will heed it--always grateful to him for his care and attention--Cousin [Fanny B. Washington ?] and Major are going down in country and she will stay with Cousin Lee--when Cousin returns Harriot will help her keep house--Mrs. Stuart still here.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document consists of a listing of the various tenements in Berkeley, Frederick, Fauquier, and Loudon Counties, the location of them, the present tenants, length of lease, and whether tenants were paid up.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives partial list of Washington's tenants in Fauquier County with detailed description of status of land they lease, plus amount collected for rent due Dec. 25, 1791.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRespecting trespass on Washington's property--Col. Little detected man loading his wagon with hoop poles and discovered many thousands cut--the trespasser is an overseer to Chas. Alexander--probably much trespass on Washington's lands far from eyes of those who care for his land--discusses legal action against them--\"it requires the eyes of Argus to protect property in this neighborhood\"--enclosure to Mrs. Powell [Elizabeth Willing Powel].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived letter and expresses thanks for appointment--noted contents of letter to Mr. Muse and received from him all the blank leases and ones already executed with precise accounting of the rents due--great difficulty in collecting rents in Fauquier and Loudon Counties, Virginia--few improvements made there--Berkeley tenants paid rents quickly and have made many improvements--\"Most of those who hold Leases for lives have satisfied me that the lives are still in existance - Others again are uncertain, and say the lives are in Kentucky or Georgia - They have all agree'd to produce certificates of this truth from respectable authority.\"--Amount of rental exceeds what G.A. Washington led him to expect--10% will amply repay him for services--should finish rental rolls shortly--deep snow has prevented communication between Alexandria and this County--Mrs. Lewis has been ill--late fright caused \"premature increase of our family\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHarriot hopes he arrived safely in Philadelphia--she desires a guitar (\"guittar\") preferably one with keys and strings both--\"they are easier to learn to play on, and not so easy to be out of order, but if one with keys is dearer than without, I shall be much obleiged to you for one with strings.\"--will be easy to learn to play--Mrs. Bushrod Washington has offered to teach her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor the carriage of a trunk by stage to Philadelphia 12/.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas decided to try the water at the springs and delay his return to Mt. Vernon a fortnight in struggle to regain his health, unless he hears something unfavorable from Mount Vernon--physician in the county doubts that he is consumptive--his head very disordered by rheumatic or nervous complaints--sends the letter by gentleman to Frederick Town [Winchester].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived his favor by Howell--deep apologies for not sending his share of money from Mr. Cowper--Lewis used it to extricate himself from difficulties brought about by a bond he signed, but has now the money to send George Washington--will give Howell the money and give account of sale of land--denies he meant to go to Kentucky without paying money.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas been indisposed--will take Harriot Washington to live with her this winter if she comes well supplied with clothes--last time she was there, Harriot often couldn't appear in public because of a lack of clothes--she (Betty) cannot advance any to her because she is supporting 3 grandchildren and may have more--Fielding very distressed--\"his children would go naked if it was not for the assistance I give him\"--her family has been very sickly this fall--goes to visit daughter Betty Carter in Albemarle--change of air may help--will return in a few weeks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends copy of Mr. Cowper's account--payments not up to date--had expected to have Howell bring Washington full amount of money due him, but was disappointed in sum promised by Col. Fontain--will send it all within a few weeks--Howell brings £212.6.5 1/2--will substitute another bond for one of Dr. French's on which payment not received.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn the subject of George Washington's resignation and whether he really would be as happy in retirement as doing good for his country.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClendinen introduces, to Washington, King Dequen, leader of the Kascashas, and expresses the chief's intent to prevail \"upon the Chiefs of Many [Indian] Nations to Travel with him to you,... Hoping that we may all become the Same people. Firmly United to Each Others Interests.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRental for 1792 on lands in Berkeley, Frederick, Loudoun and Fauquier Counties,--lists tenants and amounts paid--arrearages for years 1791 \u0026amp; 1792--a note by Lewis explains \"The above arrearages have been collected by the Sheriffs and no Executions returned. I have had them fined, and am to have a final settlement of accounts this week.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis documents records the accounts of tenants in Berkley, Frederick, and Fauquier Counties.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill leave tomorrow to carry out Washington's instructions regarding purchasing Major Harrison's land in Fairfax County adjoining the mill tract--doesn't think the land is very valuable--thanks Washington for horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMajor Harrison of Loudon now has decided not to sell land--seems an honest man--he will get rid of tenants, but must wait until next Fall--title is not clear and he refuses general warrantee--he wants 40 shillings per acre--wants to wait until Congress adjourns in the Spring and Washington comes to Virginia, for Harrison believes that Washington knows more about the title than he does.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document, in hand of Anthony Whitting, docketed by G.W., laminated, (not examined for watermark).Papers of George Washington - Reel#2. Meteorological account -- work done on each farm, giving division of labor -- work days lost by sickness -- stock increase and decrease -- work of ditchers and coopers -- amount of grain ground at mill. Also a list of the weights of River plantation hogs and remaining mill hogs. A-283.96 ; A-283.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA report of recent work done at Washington's Mount Vernon estate: Digging and planting, cuttings of weeping willow, cleaning and leveling nursery in vineyard, planting fruit trees and leveling gravel walk, gathering haws [red berries of hawthorn].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a report of the recent work done at George Washington's Mount Vernon estate: Spinning, yarn and stocking yarn, making shirts, stockings. Work done by 10 women, all named.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport on recent work done at George Washington's Mount Vernon estate: Framing and raising corn house, drawing shingles, making brackets, putting axle tree to carts, mending flax brake and hemp brake -- jointing shingles, making pins, painting, etc. Fragment, docketed by George Washington.A note at end of report, \"I will answer your letter by my nex Report.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington's farm manager reports the bad conduct of Thos. Green, carpenter -- will not use delegated authority concerning Green, because realizes he is necessary -- good men are hard to come by -- suggests an addition of carpenters, or estate will be a long time in improving -- mentions all the buildings that need to be built or repaired -- wishes farms to look neat -- will put up fences and gates -- suggests moving post and rail fence at Dogue Run to make meadow correspond to fields -- new corn house going up at River farm -- will move Rich's house to Muddy Hole, for David's house likely to be blown down by high wind -- engaged planks and scantling for [Dogue Run] barn from Mr. Kenzie -- Green keeps sawyers about the corn house -- poor Maj. Washington cannot recover, but he doesn't consider himself fatally ill -- G.A. Washington desires him to continue building on his house -- has treated Whitting like a brother -- will keep carpenters on G.A. Washington's house until they run out of work and he will order no more scantling -- has planted hedges of honey locust, French furz, and cedar berries, but sheep eat them -- need nettle fences on each side of hedge to enable it to grow -- hedges must be given much care to grow -- advises English thorn imported for live fences and estimates cost -- Lombardy and weeping willow cuttings planted about the Mansion house fences -- River plantation will be hard to fence -- Mr. Stuart advises water fences there -- a batteau is needed for this -- should it be built in Alexandria or by one of carpenters? -- Mr. Butler and he can carry on the hedging and fencing, including the night work -- grubbing proceeds to line of locust trees below Vineyard -- will make it a year of fencing -- little wool to spin -- spinning sewing thread and candlewick of tow -- Caroline unwell -- bled her -- trouble with Charlotte -- whipped and refuses to work -- claims she hasn't been whipped for 14 years -- will try to make seine twine -- deer destroying trees at mansion house, especially mulberry -- ice house not filled -- Dr. Stuart and young man managing Custis estates take plough to White House to use as pattern -- Mr. Ring present manager -- shorts from mill can be ground over as ship stuff or fed to cattle -- high price of flour in Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning her sons Robert and Howell who were with the President in Philadelphia, and her niece, Harriot, who was living with her in Fredericksburg. Also inquires about the price of wheat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeteorological account of weather at Mount Vernon -- work done on each farm, giving division of labor -- work days lost by sickness -- stock increase and decrease -- work of ditchers, and coopers -- amount of grain ground at mill -- Also, \"clearing the second Vista.\" -- At end in hand of George Washington is an itemized account of sheep and lambs at each farm. Autograph document, in hand of Anthony Whitting, laminated, 4 pages, docketed by George Washington, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport of recent work done at Mount Vernon by 4 men in the gardens: Wheeling gravel and dung into the garden; cutting wood lost by snow; dressing hemp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport of work recently accomplished at Mount Vernon by 8 named women: Spinning hemp, stocking yarn and shoe thread; making shirts, sheets and shift, knitting stockings. Fragment, docketed by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport of work recently accomplished at Mount Vernon by 8 named women: Spinning hemp, stocking yarn and shoe thread; making shirts, sheets and shift, knitting stockings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport of recent carpentry work done at Mount Vernon: Getting new logs \u0026amp; gutter piece \u0026amp; shingles for roof \u0026amp; chimney of overseers house at Muddy Hole -- \"straching\" the well rope \u0026amp; fixing it to well -- preparing plow -- \"to drawing the brick kill at dogue Runn\" -- mending shoes -- drawing and jointing shingles -- \"to trying up stuff for Bench plains.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDrenching rains, fields flooded, mill race broke again, roads almost impassable--Tayler little to be confided in, has kept horse since the Major is away--mill has plenty of wheat--will try to straighten fence from Manley Bridge to the Mill--snows gone, wheat not damaged, but freezing would cause covering of ice--fences and gates can't go in such wet ground--too wet to paint buildings--mixing paints--will let Green have corn--asks whether to continue work on Major Washington's building--Burwell Bassett says Mrs. Fanny Washington will not go to housekeeping--two ships just passed, will probably take flour from Alexandria--Charles' toe may have to be taken off--has called for Dr. Craik--Caroline made a shift for Sarah Flatfoot--2 sheets cut from Oznaburgh linen for there is no change of them while washing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJust returned from Westmoreland--denies neglect of Washington's business--would have written had there been further developments in the case--Mr. Lee informed Mr. Hooe of judgement, but no injunction has been applied for--concludes with greetings from Nancy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn hand of Anthony Whitting, docketed by George Washington including; Report on recent work done at Mount Vernon's several farms: Work done on each farm, giving division of labor -- work days lost by sickness -- stock increase and decrease -- work of ditchers and coopers -- amount of grain ground at mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport on recent work done at Mount Vernon by 9 men and 3 boys: Hanging a gate, repairing fishing boat, dressing timber, giving sizes and amounts of timber -- sawing timber, hauling timber, digging brick earth and making brick yard -- painting -- making a batto [batteaux] for fishing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis report is on recent work done at Mount Vernon by 4 men: Planting evergreen, cleaning, digging, sowing and planting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport of recent work done at George Washington's Mount Vernon estate by 8 women: Spinning tow, \"sown shoe maker Thread,\" stocking yarn, winding twine for seine maker, a shift \u0026amp; knitting stockings, \"making 13 bax\" [bags?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters were delayed--will meet them at Mt. Vernon early next month--estate in good condition--outstanding debts small--property in Berkeley under ignorant overseer and may have suffered--he hasn't sold the crops there yet--overseer on Fairfax property taking liberties--he has a boat and seine for fishing--Dr. Craik's account discharged by corn and wheat Taylor had for sale--desires to live in Alexandria to enable her children to get better education, but looks to Mr. and Mrs. Washington for the guidance to do this or accept their offer to remain at Mt. Vernon--will continue Mt. Vernon chariot in her service, at their suggestion--\"My dear little Fayette shall be given up to your kind patronage whenever you think proper ...\"--sorry to hear of poor Mr. Anthony Whitting's sickness--will leave April 1 for Mt. Vernon--requests permission to leave Harriot Washington with Mrs. Betty Lewis while she takes a trip to Berkeley--brothers are busy so she will be accompanied to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Joe Foster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter with advertisement came late but will go in next week's paper--intended to write by Cousin Washington [Fanny Bassett] but her stay was short--Harriot needs hat, gloves, and shoes--keeps exact account of everything bought and will send it to Washington--money sent from Philadelphia bought Harriot a dress for the Birthnight, \"it must of appeard particular had I refused to let her go, and her having nothing fit for that Purpose ...\"--requests a ticket to the Washington lottery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHasn't heard from home in 5 months, and has contracted many debts--a Quaker has threatened to prosecute--is a student of medicine under Dr. Rush--has no dependence on anyone--asks for $300 until his father sends him money from Virginia--although he is unknown to George Washington, he believes Washington knew his grandfather (Washington's first cousin, Warner)--asks him not to make known his request.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Washington for his offer to write his father--his father's allowance to him is adequate, but has had no remittance for 5 months--he isn't extravagant--encloses letter from man to whom he owes 5 months board.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSickness prevented his visiting Washington's lands on the Potomac and lots at Winchester and Bath--must stay to make harvest now--will inspect lands after sowing corn and wheat--Major Harrison has decided not to sell his lands--he thinks prices will rise--encloses draft on Philadelphia man given for rent by a tenant of Washington's--asks for letter giving information on lots in Winchester.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport of recent work done in the gardens at the Mount Vernon estate by 4 men \"Klening\" in the yard, gardens and \"winne Yart\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis Farm Report (work done on Mount Vernon farms during the week Aug. 4-10) includes: Meteorological account -- work done on each farm, giving division of labor -- work days lost by sickness -- stock increase and decrease -- work of ditchers and coopers -- amount of grain ground at mill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport of recent work done at Mount Vernon by 10 named women spinning yarn and stocking yarn, washing, sewing breeches, knitting stockings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecent work at Mount Vernon by 9 men and 3 boys: Putting up bedstead and furniture for it, mending blinds in parlor and mending locks--mending \"Dutch fan\"--felling and flattening stocks--building walls at Dogue Run--\"Plastering weightwashing \u0026amp; painting at ye Mansion House\"--mending equipment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived letter and bank note--recent rain great service to crops--wheat being sown--oxen and horses sick, cause shortage of plows--machine for gathering heads of clover for seed has been found--haying--planting grass-- sent Washington all pamphlets by Capt. Elwood found in his study.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Washington for money he sent her--will buy nothing unnecessary--\"Aunt Lewis has a very large family at present and a great deal of company, which makes my cloaths ware out much faster than if I was in the country where any thing would do to ware ...\"--Aunt Betty Lewis sent letters to Bob Lewis--Cousin Lawrence [Lewis?] left to go to Bath.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA stock printed shipping bill on which is recorded in manuscript the arrival from London on board the ship George Barclay, John Collet master, one case containing a harpsichord to be delivered to His Excellency General George Washington, President of the United States. The document is signed at the bottom by Bartholomew Dandridge, Jr., one of Washington's nephews and secretaries. Washington bought the instrument for his wife's granddaughter Nelly (Eleanor Parke Custis) who played it at their residence in the capital city and then later at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUrges Washington to pick another city for session of Congress other than Philadelphia, where a fatal sickness rages [yellow fever]--suggests tentatively Baltimore or New York, especially the latter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDr. Stuart's visit so short, she fears he may not have examined her husband [Lund Washington] well enough -- Lund doesn't want to go to Philadelphia for examinatin and treatment of cancer, for his eyesight is bad, and medicine affects nerves so he needs complete rest -- he is extremely ill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAssures Washington he has power to call legislative assembly in another city and at another time--quotes laws and Constitution--fears and jealousies in various quarters over a new meeting place--hears accounts that conditions are improving in Philadelphia now from yellow fever epidemic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Deals with legacy left her by brother George William Fairfax (d. 1787) -- declines to pay any debts against Mrs. Mildred Washington Bushrod's (d. 1785) estate -- her husband (Warner Washington, 1722-1790) was not a legatee -- her children were, but they are married. Autograph letter signed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks her uncle for the money he sent--she goes to stay with cousin Betty Lewis Carter who has recently lost a child--Mrs. Lewis will come to get her if Mrs. Washington stays at Mt. Vernon this winter and wants her to come there.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Martha Washington is awaiting President's word to join him in Philadelphia--very apologetic for troubling him, but wonders can another story be added to the house in Alexandria which George Washington has so kindly put at her disposal?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses gratitude of herself and her husband Mr. Lund Washington for George Washington's part in getting Dr. Gates' opinion -- Gates hasn't arrived in Virginia yet -- Lund's condition growing worse all the time -- can only see light.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas been in Culpeper all winter with Cousin Betty Lewis Carter--desires enough money for silk jacket and pair of shoes to wear to Birth Night Ball.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosed is deed to be reacknowledged in presence of Mr. Rutherford, as the previous copy is now out of date due to the negligence of Dr. Stuart and Col. Ball--just returned from Berkeley County, seeing Washington's tenants and is on his way to Fauquier whence he will write more fully..\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends her thanks for the bundle containing such pretty things [probably silk jacket and shoes requested by Harriot in letter of 7 January 1794]--Cousin Bob [Robert] Lewis has lost his little boy [William Burnett Lewis, who had died at the end of November 1793].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBetty writes that Harriot is very pleased with items Washington sent to her from Philadelphia--she is very deserving and takes care of her things--two valuable Negro hands have run away, probably to Philadelphia to be free, and Betty asks her brother's advice in the matter--her next year's crops will be negligible unless they can be returned. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWith apologies for taking up his valuable time, Bushrod sends the draft of an answer on a question having to do with the estate of Mr. George William Fairfax. Bushrod is doing well in law practice in Richmond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesires linen and dimity to make petticoats and great coat-- her great coat is so small she can't get it on.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends her gratitude for package--wishes for money to make great coat, and for tape and thread for linen--would make coat herself but no tailor will cut it out unless he makes it too--Harriot had borrowed 24 shillings from Aunt Betty Lewis, and asks for Washington's help to repay her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas had a bad attack of ague and fever, but is now recovered--thanks Washington for present of a mule--heard news of some dying of yellow fever in Philadelphia again this spring--Harriot received money he had sent her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod has word of an injunction against Washington in High Court of Chancery--his answer is needed quickly as the Court sits on 12 May--Bushrod will draw it up and send it to Washington to be sworn to. The injunction deals with suit by Henshaw, arising out of settlement of George Mercer's estate in Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces Mr. Maund to Washington as carrier of this letter--Bushrod gently reminds the president of his recent letter (22 April) requesting an answer about the suit against him by Henshaw, dealing with estate of George Mercer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCouldn't write to Washington before with information on his rents, tenants, etc. until High Sheriff of the county handed over rental money--they are enclosed herewith--breeding horses and mules--mentions Washington's lots in Winchester and Bath, and suggests exchange of one of Washington's lots on Potomac for one held by a tenant on the Bullskin in Berkeley--should buy out life leases there from tenant John Dimmett--Lewis fears he might lose land Washington gave him in Stafford because of no clear title.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington's letter to Robert Lewis will be carried to him by Cousin [Betty?] Carter who travels to Fauquier--Harriot requests money for summer dresses, or as goods are cheaper in Philadelphia, she would be happy if he would buy them there for her--wants him to know that she does mend her clothing and wear it as long as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgain requests some summer dresses--requests permission to go to Philadelphia to visit brother George Steptoe Washington--Aunt Betty Lewis has ague and fever--she and family go to Berkeley soon--wheat crop is bad in Fredericksburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests Washington's permission to leave Philadelphia and study law in Berkeley--his actions there are always put under worst possible construction--is in debt now and knows Washington will advance him no more money--says his brother will send money to pay his debts and travel to Berkeley--expresses deep gratitude to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShe thanks Washington for money he sent her to buy summer dresses--and reports that all there are sorry to hear of Washington's accident on his way to Mt. Vernon--she hope he's recovered--Aunt Betty Lewis's family has been ill all summer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnswers questions Washington raised in letters of 18 May and 18 July respecting his lands to be leased or sold--land on Potomac put up for rent--procured tenant for houses in Bath--rental of lot in Winchester--trouble in buying out leases of tenants in Berkeley--land on Difficult Run--Mr. Muse allowed transfers of leases--money for rents--use of rents to buy out leases of tenants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHappy to hear Washington is well and cancerous growth on his face is much improved--weather promises very good corn crop--she asks his permission to set her overseer and carpenters to build a corn house--not satisfied with school her children are in as it is too crowded--her son Fayette has been ill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis writes: \"Casually going into a painter's shop yesterday I there saw some Tent Poles which I was told were for your\" use. Since the usual complaint with these tents is that \"the standards in the middle [are] of a great inconvenience,\" Nicola has submitted a sketch [included] of his own for Washington's consideration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites by Mr. Madison [James ?]--left for Berkeley before receiving answer from Washington because of early conveyance there--has heard Aunt Lewis is ill, but can't go back until Brother George is well enough to take her--very much impressed with new sister [Geo. Steptoe Washington married Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison]--dined with Uncle Charles recently and he is in much better health--refused Mr. and Mrs. [James] Madison's invitation to Philadelphia for fear of angering her dear uncle--thinks Mrs. Madison a charming woman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBegs Washington for money to buy a stuff skirt and a couple of dark calicoes--she left Berkeley a week ago--Aunt Betty Lewis has been very ill but it recovering.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis writes that the Berkeley and Frederick rents were easily collected because the lands there are productive--those in Fauquier County are hard to collect--deputy sheriffs won't turn over money that is collected--to Mrs. Haney, \"a very genteel old lady\" and cousin of Washington's (probably daughter of his mother's half sister Elizabeth Johnson), he has extended money on several occasions according to Washington's direction--has settled her and her teenage daughter on a tenement of his own, because those of Washington that were vacant will bring at least £30 each--it may be expensive to buy up life leases on tenements, but Lewis would recommend Washington do so because the money will be reimbursed by higher rent in 4 or 5 years.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page each for the two copies which are slightly different. This bond is for rent and signed by Cooper and Robert Lewis, Washington's nephew and secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived Washington's letter with 2 plats of land--he knows little of Washington's land in Kentucky on Rough Creek or of settlement there, but supposes there is some, as he believes Washington's land is near the small town of Hartford, some 18 miles from Vienna--Lewis goes to Kentucky again in April to view his own lands on Green River and will view Washington's at same time--his mother and Harriot send greetings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShe received the money Washington sent--would have sent her thanks before, but was in Culpeper and kept there long by bad weather--Aunt Betty Lewis too busy to write by this post.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHarriott addresses her \"Honored\" uncle with great humility and asks for a pair of stays, a hat \"and a few other articles.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCabot has heard from Judge Phillips--and is happy to report that the young Lees and Brents mentioned in Washington's letters will probably attend academy at Andover, or else at Exeter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis has just returned from Kentucky--he was unable to see either his own land or Washington's, despite his efforts--he did meet Gen. Spotswood who said he has bought the identical land from Gen. Harry Lee for 4 shillings per acre--Lewis believes it is worth at least twice that--the land has good settlement and a good iron bank on it--he cannot understand what Lee meant by selling it again--300 acres of Andrew Woodrow's should be purchased to improve value of Washington's land--he will purchase it if Washington agrees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces [John Neale] whom he recommends to overlook the carpenters at Mt. Vernon--he made no definite agreement with him--encloses the agreement that Washington drew up for \"former person\"--he will accept £40--is married with children, which William Washington sees as an advantage because married men stick to their business better than single men.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter and draft of his letter of the same date to Washington but with different closing paragraph. Lewis has purchased no leases because of high prices--he encloses rent roll for past year and has deposited £475.10.2 with his aunt--all above amount of rents to go to his account for 1793 rents sent to Philadelphia--finally got judgment for rents held by sheriff and hopes to pay Washington all arrearages owed--discusses lots in Berkeley--will eject several tenants next year from Frederick and make new leases with industrious farmers--apologizes for not staying at Mount Vernon until Washington arrives, but must see to planting wheat.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of land rents collected by Lewis for year 1795 on lands in Berkeley, Frederick, and Fauquier County, Virginia on behalf of George Washington. Shows description of land and remarks on land rented by William Collins, Henry Shover, and ___ McIntosh--amounts to £354.5.0.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDifficulty getting peas and vetches--has applied to Lords of Privy Council to permit officers of customs to admit it to entry to forestall another confiscation of American goods--sends along Chicorium Intybus [Intibus, or succory] and bill of lading--Captain Tuttel promises special care to this shipment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDandridge, employed at the time as personal secretary to the President, declares his intention to leave the official household and begin a commercial career in rural Virginia, having found city life in Philadelphia intolerable.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHarriot apologizes for asking for more money to buy hat and articles for Birth night so soon after having received \"liberal presents\"--she has been very ill, enough so to require a physician--Aunt Betty Lewis ill with ague and fever.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis reports that he met with unexpected success in rent collecting for Washington's properties \"over the ridge and in this county\"--few have made required improvements--he suggests the life leases be put into hands of lawyer to decide how to proceed--Mr. Muse says Col. Simm of Alexandria thinks leases badly drawn and ejectments won't be supported by court--reports repossession of lots in Frederick and Berkeley, and rental of some lots--difficulties in collecting from sheriffs--Lewis's late cousin Thornton Washington's estate has cut timber on 35 or 40 acres of Washington's prime reserve in Berkeley because of neglect by Mr. Muse in maintaining the lines (Thornton Washington, son of Samuel Washington, inherited rights to cut timber on Lawrence Washington's land, which bordered George Washington's)--Lewis is unable to rent poor land on Deep Run, and suggests procuring situation for sawmill there, for good pine timber on land--he must see Washington on next trip to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHarriot reports that she is now at Matapony, where is seldom chance of sending mail--she sends her sincere thanks for money Washington sent her to buy articles for Birthnight.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod reports that he has received and will retain bundle of papers dealing with the [Thomas Colvill] estate settlement--he will ask for settlement as soon as possible, and explains some possible outstanding issues to Washington--Mr. Keith has furnished some information--has not yet received appraisement of estate--received hogs from Washington and thanks him for them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis agrees that Washington is wise to wait until September, as described in the advertisement, to sell his land--Kentucky lands rising in value--he hears there was large emigration last year and some of it to Green River, which should help boost value of Washington's land--discusses military lands and state grant lands--land fever can make prices fluctuate--he was unable to purchase Woodrow's inholding within Washington's property yet--Lewis says that Col. Willis's and Gen. Spotswood's horses still for sale, may be at reduced price.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning \"the claims of the Cohnawaga, or Seven Nations of Canada.\" The Seven Nations were an Indian confederacy of Mohawk, Abenaki, Huron, and Onodaga that supported the French during the French and Indian War, and later the British in the American Revolution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn cypher, Monroe alerts President to interception by French of Washington's letter re XYZ affair. Message also decoded.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBetty writes to Washington on Harriot's behalf, who wants to inform him that Andrew Parks, a merchant of Fredericksburg, has been courting her and she would like to marry him--Betty says that Parks is \"very much respected by all his acquaintances ... a sober sedate young man and attentive to business\"--she has left town for a healthier place which has the advantage of having a mill as well.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis blames delays in his letters on the fact that there are no post riders in this area--since his mother left Fredericksburg, Washington should direct letters to the attorney James Lewis there--he explains not paying Washington money collected so far from rentals--he had wanted to pay in lump sum, but will not remit it as he collects it--denies using funds for own use--Washington's advertisement posted at Court House--describes the property dispute between McCormick and Ariss, one of whom has encroached on Washington's property--it is too late in season to bring Jack to breed in Fauquier County--next season will do so--Mrs. Haney (or Haynie) [G.W.'s kinswoman, see letter of R. Lewis to G.W., Jan. 17, 1795 and R. Lewis's diary for that year] is dying of consumption.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis desires to know, because others have asked him, whether Washington will exchange western lands for some improved estates in this area which might be rented to advantage--he will pursue the purchase of Woodrow's inholding--Mrs. Lewis [Catherine Daingerfield Lewis] has been ill, and that will prevent his going to Kentucky this year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Lewis's [his wife] illness had prevented him from retrieving Washington's letter before now--gives opinion of Andrew Parks as suitor for Harriot Washington--he is an industrious young man with good prospects, but considers their marriage at this time \"madness in the extreme\"--he advises any marriage be put off until Washington can come to Virginia and look into things himself--Washington's letter to his mother sent to Culpeper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis writes that he forwarded to Howell Lewis, his brother, the papers from Washington concerning debt he owes--it should never have gone to Washington, and Howell considers it a \"rude attempt\" on the part of others to collect their money--they would have been paid had it been presented correctly to Howell--Mrs. Catherine Daingerfield Lewis still ill--they will go to Culpeper for change of air after court terminates in Fredericksburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis writes that he tried to obtain possession of land on Accokeek Run in Stafford County, Va. which Washington said (both in person and in a 29 April 1793 letter) he might have, but finds title belongs jointly to Washington and other heirs of his mother [Mary Washington]--Lewis will give up all efforts to obtain it--Mrs. Haney [Washington's cousin, Elizabeth Haynie] died of rapid consumption [see letter of Jan. 17, 1795]--her daughter Sally Ball Haynie cannot find employment because the people in the neighborhood \"are uncommonly industrious and do every thing with in themselves.\"--Mrs. Lewis has taught Sally reading, writing, and useful needlework, etc.--she would make an extraordinary housekeeper for some genteel family--she is welcome to take her board in his house, but he defers to Washington's judgment--sister [Betty Lewis] Carter is delivered of a son [Charles E. Carter].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePowel writes that she cannot harbor resentment after all that passed yesterday, and is determined to dine with him tomorrow, \"when I will endeavor to meet your Ideas with Fortitude\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod writes that he is grateful for Washington's bounty [see Writings, XXXV, 107-108 - Washington's offer of some lots he won in a lottery]--the Colville estate business is finally settled by County Court, but this not binding, so he will seek another settlement--Bushrod will take his wife, Anne (\"Nancy\") Blackburn Washington up to Berkeley Springs for her health--he encloses an order to be published in England.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne share (No. 1355) of augmented stock in the Bank of Alexandria. Endorsed on back, \"The within Share was Transferred to Robert Beverley August 19th 1802. M. Sutton B.K.\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived the bills--Harriot [Washington] was married July 15, and has gone to her Brother's in Berkeley [Geo. Steptoe Washington]--expects to go to son Lawrence's in Frederick for her health--\"My Dear Brother it is with Infinite Pleasure I here you intend to retire to your owne Home, there I hope you will Enjoy more statisfaction than you Possibly can do in Public Life ...\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis encloses bill of $100. from his brother Howell--Howell is sorry his uncle should have been troubled by receiving the note for money due [See letter of May 4, 1796, George Lewis to George Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis notes Washington's acknowledgement of the bank note forwarded to him for Howell--he agrees that his brother should have considered interest on the principal--he will see his brother about this on the latter's return from \"over the ridge\" with his family [see letters of Aug. 1 and May 4, 1796].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeade conveys to Washington a character reference for Mr. [James] Anderson from a Mr. Fitzhugh--Anderson is a man of industry and clever, but advanced in years.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnderson writes from the Selden family's Salvington Plantation near Fredericksburg that he has received Washington's letter telling of William Pearce's advance of salary from £100 to 100 Guineas--he himself would accept 100 Guineas with house, garden, etc--Anderson believes Washington's superintendent should have an assistant to take over much of writing business inside--he hears that Washington's superintendent \"has as much to do as any one man can execute\"--describes his knowledge of farming and grazing as \"two branches of the same business\" that he \"was bred to from my youth\" in Scotland--he leaves his character reference to others.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnderson writes that his failure to answer Washington's earlier queries was not caused by deceit--he then relates his background and experience in farming north of Edinburgh, Scotland, in the English border lands, and in America--he came to U.S. in 1791--has seen Mt. Vernon estate--mentions the distillery he runs on Salvington plantation and that he thinks a properly conducted distillery of much gain to owner--mentions crop rotation and the use of manure as necessary components in improving the land--he is content in present situation with Mr. Cary Selden, but would delight in serving Washington if he can make it profitable for both.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnderson informs Washington that he sent a letter on 11th to Philadelphia--he will be glad to come to Mt. Vernon to see Washington at earliest opportunity.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnderson writes that he can procure good overseer with experience in \"the management of Negroes\" if Washington's current overseer is leaving--Anderson will shortly take measurements of John Francis Mercer's \"thrashing machine\", so that he can cut timber in winter for mounting one for Washington--suggests cost could be lowered by using Washington's own carpenters and a millwright.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRec. No. 258 annotated by G.W. \"School Alex £50.0.0--dated, addressed to Charles Lee Esq. in another hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHannah Washington writes to introduce her son Fairfax to George Washington, as he arrives in Philadelphia to study law under Charles Lee--Hannah asks whether Washington \"would sometimes take the trouble to advise him in regard to his moral conduct, as he is much too young to be in such a city, without a guide \u0026amp; true friend.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod writes that he is just recovering from attack of pleurisy--the deed enclosed not recorded as prescribed by law--no news of Kanawa lands.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePowel offers to pay Washington $1000 for his carriage horses, which she intends for the use of her nephew, on the condition that they are as she describes them--however, if Mr. Adams wants them and will pay full price, she will yield all claim.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePowel writes that she would certainly like to purchase Washington's coach, but that since she doesn't buy his horses for herself, she has no use for the coach--her nephew prefers to follow fashion and wants a new carriage, though Washington's is a superb piece of workmanship and will outlast modern one--Washington's successor is to be legally announced today, and Powel believes that Adams should buy the coach--she will pay Washington cash for the carriage horses any time.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePowel encloses her check for $1000 to pay for Washington's carriage horses, and indicates she does not wish to have them before he leaves Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePowel teases Washington because he had \"without design put into my possession the love letters of a lady addressed to you under the most solemn sanction\"--these letters from Mrs. Washington were found in the writing desk she got from him--she tried to give them to Tobias Lear who was present when she discovered them, but as he refused, she sealed them up and will return them to Washington by whatever means he directs. Includes a self-deprecating note in which she promises to pay Lear $245 for the writing desk and praises Washington's \"wise and peaceful administration for eight years.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eErskine writes Washington that he has used his name in a pamphlet he has written about the French Revolution entitled \"Causes and Consequences of the war in France\". He also expresses his great admiration for Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvoice for certain materials and labor used in the construction of a boat. At the bottom, Humphries has signed (in full) a receipt for the total sum of £55.16.3 ($148.83).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis has made inquiries on Washington's behalf for a workman [housejoiner] desired by Washington, but can find none available now, neither among blacks (who are generally hired out a year at a time) nor among whites (who would come burdened with families to support)--he suggests that Col. Ball might have some such workman whom he will rent out--Mrs. Lewis's health has been bad for several years and growing worse, else they would have visited Mount Vernon already.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElizabeth Washington writes that she has been informed that she cannot, as had been her custom, get herrings from George Washington's fishing landing--her hands at the ferry landing have only gotten 300 herring--it is too late to apply elsewhere--she asks the favor of 6 or 7000 herrings from Washington's seine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElizabeth Washington writes to protest that she only wanted justice done in getting her turn at the fishing landing--when she applied for fish there were two others before her, the fish did not run while her negroes were at the fishery, and then she heard that others were supplied out of order before her--she did not expect George Washington to \"disfurnish\" his own family of their herrings for her--[see letter of April 24, 1797]--can't come to Mt. Vernon to see Mrs. Washington because roads are impassable between Hayfield and Mount Vernon--and while writing the above she has just had word to send negroes down for fish--she thanks Washington for his intervention and says she is now sending the letter only to explain that she wanted nothing more \"than what was the common rule of fishing landings, to have my turn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel Washington writes to express thanks to George Washington for advice (\"there is no person fonder of receiving advice than what I am\")--he states that the money he wants to borrow from his uncle is mainly to pay debts contracted by his father [Charles Washington], particularly to Dr. Stuart--he will come to Mount Vernon in few weeks--wife is expecting a little one at any time [Samuel T. Washington?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDr. Craik's bill from Aug. 25, 1797 - June 14, 1799 for £ 97.11.9, for visits to \u0026amp; treatment of members of G.W.'s family and servants on all the farms--includes visits to attend Mr. Peter's child \u0026amp; \"a visit to \u0026amp; attendce on yourself from 21st to 26th and prescription\" £4.0.0--a dozen oranges--\"Bleeding yourself ...\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003edocketed by G.W. \"Receipt Doct. Jas. Craik, Bal. $128.88 27 June 1799,\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote for the sum of one thousand dollars, in George Washington's hand, signed by his nephew Samuel Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElizabeth Washington writes to George Washington to clarify her earlier remarks about William Triplett -- she refers to the suit by Thomas Pearson concerning land sold years earlier to George Washington and others by his brother Simon Pearson, some of which now makes up Hayfield farm on which she lives -- her nephew looks for papers relative to land in Stafford and Prince William.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Receipted Dec. 18, 1797 by John \u0026amp; Thos. Vowell. Bill for Shingles, amounting to £8.4.5.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis writes a recommendation for Thomas Alsbury, who formerly served Washington \"in the wars with the savages\" and \"in your family\"--Alsbury now wants to lease land from Washington on the Ohio or Kanawha Rivers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegrets that she cannot visit Mt. Vernon at this time. Her grandsons, Augustine and Corbin, are sick. Must remain at Haywood. Promises to visit at first opportunity.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington answers George Washington's legal queries dealing with Thomas Pearson's suit concerning land sold by his late brother Simon Pearson to Washington and others in 1763 [see letter, G.W. to Bushrod W., Oct. 9, 1797]--Bushrod will take the case should it go to a higher court--Gen. Marshall may know something further about the case, as Bushrod met a man named Pearson at Marshall's office recently.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod records a legal opinion for Washington concerning a suit initiated by Thomas Pearson, against his late brother's estate (Simon Pearson). The suit involved a parcel of land which Washington purchased from Simon Pearson some thirty-five years earlier.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod sends his uncle a copy of grant requsted--he can't find the Inquisition, but has directed the clerk to continue his search for the document related to Pearson's suit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis sends orchard-grass seed, a gift from Mr. Francis Whiting, after a 6 week delay for lack of transportation to Alexandria--Washington's tenant on his tract of land above Bath has removed to Kentucky, and the land is being denuded of its valuable timber by the neighboring \"set of lawless rascals\"--Lewis strongly suggests that the land should be rented out to protect the remaining timber--furthermore, Washington's land on Lost Mountain (then in Prince William County, now Fauquier County) is being stripped of bark by tanners working by moonlight on the pinnacle of the mountain--the perpetrators have been caught.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod writes that he has investigated Mrs. Forbes and found her fully satisfactory for the job of housekeeper at Mt. Vernon--\"She is honest, industrious, \u0026amp; well acquainted with nice as well as common cooking\"--she never received letters from Washington, however--Bushrod will investigate at the post office--mentions having written earlier about the Pearson suit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod writes that he has located and interviewed Mrs. Forbes, who says that her price is $150 a year--Bushrod thinks this is \"extravagant\" for a housekeeper at Mt. Vernon, but that he is persuaded she would do well--he asks Washington to advise him whether or not this will be satisfactory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod writes that he has talked with Mr. Brooke and received good references for Mrs. Forbes--he answers Washington's queries about her from his 3 November letter--there is good cook to be sold in Fredericksburg by Geo. Murray--he had cooked for Brooke who says his only fault is a fondness for liquor--Bushrod will ask Murray not to sell him until he hears from Washington--Mrs. Forbes is being directed to head for Mount Vernon as early as the next stage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod writes that, having examined the records in the General Court, he finds that surveys were rarely done in cases like Washington's and that he is therefore quite certain that the law is on side of Washington in the Pearson suit--he also encloses an order for settling Washington's accounts as executor of Thomas Colville.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod writes that Mrs. Forbes' delay in leaving for Mt. Vernon was due to lack of funds--Mr. Brook owes her money but has been out of town--Bushrod will advance money to send Forbes to Mt. Vernon on the next day's stage--Mr. Brook has been very ill and now in back country for his health--Bushrod refers again to the settlement of the Colville estate--Mr. Keith advertises the decree in the Alexandria Gazette for 8 weeks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod writes to Washington with a report of what he has discovered about taxes due on Washington's Kanawha land--lands in Kanawha and Berkeley to be forfeited unless back taxes are paid--he urges fast action to avoid having the land seized and sold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod writes that the auditor can find nothing further on taxes due on Washington's western lands along the Kanawha and Ohio rivers--the records are in poor shape and the auditor blames the inattention and inaccuracy of the commissioners in that part of the country--Bushrod gave him Washington's paper containing a list of his lands on the Ohio and Kanhawa to check more in detail--there are no other Washington lands returned for non-payment of taxes, and as Bushrod paid the arrearages Washington's property is clear for now.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eParker, who is \"now engaged in [publishing] \"The Journals of Congress\" from the year 1775 to the present time, ...\" asks Washington to patronize his work. \"My undertaking has met with the encouragement of Mr. Jefferson \u0026amp; the Committee of Congress\" assigned to this project, \"... yet the honor of your name ... will be the greatest satisfaction I can feel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod advises his uncle regarding several legal problems relating to taxes on Washington's western lands as well as a land title paper concerning a transaction between Generals Lee and Washington. Bushrod also explorers the circumstances of the \"Langhorne Affair.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpeaks of his recent loss (the death of his son Augustine). Agrees with Washington's advice to send his remaining children to public school. Corn crop will be low this year. Discusses his knowledge of Washington family genealogy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter regarding agreement between George Washington and Wm. Washington whereby George Washington may purchase 500 barrels of corn annually from Wm. Washington Discussion of terms of sale.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod writes that he disapproves Washington's deed to General Lee, but has drawn a better one for him to follow--in order to avoid any possible confusion in the future the new one states that the original deed was not recorded in a timely fashion and that the present one is a replacement--they should check the boundaries to see if they are accurate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDandridge writes that Washington's is first letter he's received from America except one of a few lines from G.W.P. Custis last fall--he knows Washington is busy repairing houses, farms, etc. at Mount Vernon--he has himself led a retired life in the Netherlands, going to no public entertainments except now and then to the theater, though he has been to Paris--his health has been poor--mentions Elbridge Gerry, Gen. Marshall, and Gen. Pinckney--he will try to procure a good joiner to send to Washington--many Germans go to Amsterdam to get employment or passage to America, and Dandridge has asked a \"merchant of eminence\" to assist in the search for a joiner among them with a good character reference--Dandridge gives his explanation of 1100 and odd dollars which was charged by him to Washington's account for \"losses, errors \u0026amp;c\" as having occurred not in a single year, but over the whole course of his employment by Washington--the 200 some dollars charged against Washington in April 1796 is a little harder to explain.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis writes that he encloses a draught on Mr. James Russell of Alexandria by Mr. Ariss for last year's rent (against Washington's usual practice) because Ariss had been infirm--if the funds are not immediately collectable, he asks Washington to return the draft so that he can follow up--a tenant on one of the Berkeley lots is unable to pay, so another was procured temporarily to take care of growing crop--he asks Washington's wishes about leasing that property--wheat crops in the area and up to the Blue Ridge are virtually destroyed by Hessian fly, there has also been a 5 week drought.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDandridge writes that he had no success in finding a joiner to send to Washington, despite several applications and having others search for suitable candidates--the danger of war with U.S. leaves country in unsettled state--the Texel blockaded by British ships, and French privateers are swarming the Maese--preparations of U.S. for defense worry French government--Mr. Gerry leaving Paris soon--expectation is for war between France and America at any time--the Congress at Rastadt is dissolving--war on the Rhine expected--\"we hold ourselves in readiness to march\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmith writes that he desires to make a vitrified stained glass portrait of Washington like that of His Excellency the president [John Adams]--describes the long-lasting nature of such portraits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSolicits for his brother William Champe Carter of Albemarle County a commission as Captain in the provisional army or as aide de camp to a general officer--suggests that it would be good to distribute commissions in that area of the state to counteract the attempts by \"a certain character in his route from Philadelphia to Monticello\" [i.e., Thomas Jefferson] to dampen patriotic ardor of people there--he and Mrs. Carter had wanted to visit last spring, but the loss of a carriage and horse is compelling them to postpone that until next Spring.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMarshall writes that his father directed him to pay Washington's back taxes on his land on Rough Creek [Hardin County, Ky.]--discusses arrangements for reimbursing his father--Mr. Rawleigh Colston of Frederick authorized to draw upon Washington for the money--as Marshall's father is aged and infirm, Marshall himself can assist Washington in such matters in the future.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod continue to keep his uncle informed about the circumstances of the \"Langhorne Affair,\" and his own involvement as a \"dignified observer.\" He assures the General that the man John Nicholas is of excellent character.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWelch writes to Washington that he has surveyed the tract of Great Kanawha land of 10990 acres--it appears to be short 610 acres, so he is going to check it again--also surveyed Cole River tract--30 settlers on land are doing well--immigration is good, though the migrants themselves are poor--he expects many from Pennsylvania--people in the area all support existing constitution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginal copy of this letter. Dandridge's poor health induces him to resign job of secretary to Mr. Murray, and since Washington helped him get the position, Dandridge wants to let him know--he seeks more a active life--he seeks a subaltern commission in the army of United States--Murray is writing to the President and Secretary of War on his behalf--Dandridge has still had no success in finding a joiner for Washington--\"all communication from this country is quite at a stand except thro Hamburg and England\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod writes his recommendation of Col. Heth as a friend of the government and a sober citizen--he mentions the fictitious John Langhorne [i.e., Peter Carr] letter and Nicholas--Gen. Marshall is anxious to visit Washington and Bushrod may accompany him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest that his uncle consider Thomas Turner and Capt. Blackburn for military commissions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpotswood reports the results of his efforts in securing an overseer, a certain Mr. Garret, for Washington. \"He would not determine whether to receive your offer or not until he returned home and consulted his wife - \".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSnyder writes that some weeks ago he had sent Washington a letter with Robison's Proof of a Conspiracy--since then, he is more confirmed in opinion that groups called \"Illuminati—German Union—Reading Societies—and in France by that of the Jacobine-Club\" are operating for overthrow of this government--many of these groups are of French sympathies and begin by trying to destroy all religion--prays that God, who set Washington \"as a Deliverer of, and Father of his Country\" may keep him safe until this crisis passes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses letter from Mr. Thomas Marshall Jr. of Kentucky who wishes payment of small balance due his father Col. Marshall from Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSnyder writes to apologize for having sent second letter on 1 October, but he received Washington's letter of 25 September only an hour after mailing his own--\"I rejoice very much that you are recovered from your late Sickness\"--he fears pernicious effects of \"the illuminati\" or Jacobinism on people of the United States--Snyder informs Washington that he recently wrote articles in gazettes under name of \"Cicero\" giving a compendium of extracts form \"Robison's Proofs of Conspiracy\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBlagdin writes that although Washington will provide glass, painting and ironmongering he cannot undertake to complete the work on Washington's buildings in Washington, DC for less than $11,000.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel writes that he is distressed that his mother (Mildred Thornton Washington) wrote Washington asking for more money--all debts of his father (Washington's late brother Charles) and his estate lie on him now--he is sure he can pay by selling land, but nobody will buy land in these unsettled times, with war with France possible--he hopes to sell at better prices in the next year--Samuel refuses the $1000 Washington offered his mother because that would make creditors all come to him at once and ruin him, \"Whereas if they come on gradually I can have a better chance.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChurch presents his son, Philip Church, who enters the army under his uncle's (probably Alexander Hamilton's) auspices-- hurch recommends him to Washington's protection.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRootes writes that he had visited Mount Vernon, but not seen Washington--this follow-up letter requests a certificate from Washington that his late father, John Rootes, served as a captain in Col. William Byrd's regiment in the French and Indian wars--Rootes wants this in order to secure bounty land for his father's service, that his father never applied for.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Autograph letter signed, draft. First part of draft is a letter to General Washington of the same date introducing Church, his grandson. In the part of the draft addresssed to the grandson, Schuyler warns him how to approach the general as Church hopes to gain some military favors.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnthony bills Washington for a gold seal, 12 dollars; and repairing buttons, seal and chain, 2 dollars--total, 14 dollars. Receipted by Joseph Anthony.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: Spotswood's opinion of the Alien and Sedition Acts and A forgery of Spotswood's name in a previous letter to Washington. Docketed by Washington. Folio size.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRussell writes to Washington that he was mortified to discover that all conveyances for bringing Washington's ram and straw machine from Middletown, Connecticut to Mount Vernon had failed and now that the river is frozen it will take until spring to deliver them--he looks forward to his friend's report on planting wheat in England which Washington procured for him--with the sheep and chaff Engine, Russell proposes sending a \"Ground Borer\" for digging fence post holes--it can also be of use in military operations where chevaux de fries are wanted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGarland writes to ask Washington for information on land set aside between Great Kanhawa and Sandy River as part \"payment of some Officers and Soilders who was on an Expedition Against the Indians about or before Braddocks Campain.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor £ 1.5.0, or $3.33 for 1 bushel blue grass seed and a keg. Receipted by Samuel Simes for Cath. Roberts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis receipted bill charges Washington £6. for a cocked Beaver hat, a round white hat, and box. Marked \"Recd. pay of C. Biddle for Isaac Parrish,\" by Joseph Parrish.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHe writes that he received a copy of an earlier letter to Maj. Harrison [Nov. 4]--desires to take Young Royal Gift to his stable to stand--another Jack in Culpeper now will cut down profits of the stud service--collection of rents goes badly--plight of tenants pitiable--tenants in Frederick and Berkeley mostly paid up--he will come to Mt. Vernon to bring rents and attend the marriage of his brother Lawrence with Miss [Eleanor Parke] (Nelly) Custis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrumbull writes that he knows nothing of arrangements for paying amounts due on sets of prints [\"Death of Warren,\" and \"Death of Montgomery\"] sent to Washington from London--he counsels don't send money to England--his brother John has agents (whom he names) handling affairs of the prints in the States--comments on \"malign influence\" in councils of state in Virginia--takes the opportunity of wishing Washington a happy birthday--extends his best wishes to Nelly Custis on her marriage to Lawrence Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Washington's recent order for English Crown glass from Alexandria merchants Macleod \u0026amp; Lumsdon. The glass was not available, and the merchants offered to order it for Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrumbull writes that he recently sent 4 pairs of his prints, which Washington had subscribed to, by way of the Nancy Davidson--most of the letter is political beginning with \"I trust, Sir! that you are now destined to act a more important part, in this great Drama, than you have done in the former period of your Life: to save again your Country, and to establish her Security and Greatness upon a Basis broad and firm as is the Continent of which She forms a part.\"--he expresses opinions on political situations of Europe, especially England and France--fears French taking over Spanish and Portuguese colonies in America, thereby creating hazard to Americans--it is to America's interest to see that Spanish colonies are inculcated with true spirit of liberty and rational freedom--writes \"that Europe is rotten to the Heart. and that, in Europe, America has not one friend, on whose support She can rely\"--there is one year left in which to act--\"I hope to have the happiness of seeing the Evening of your Life more useful and more glorious than its Noon, and of saluting you My dear Sir, not merely as the Father of the United States but of the United Empires of America.\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel writes that the executions against him for £300 or 400 are beyond his power to pay, except by selling all his slaves, and then he would be unable to grow a crop which is all he has for the support of two families--if Washington can lend him the money, then Samuel will be enabled to get clear of debt and repay him in the fall by selling land--once free of the sheriff he intends never to go into debt again--his father [Charles Washington] has been very ill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel thanks his uncle for the letter telling of money to be loaned him, it was seriously delayed in the postal system -- he describes his difficulties in settling Uncle Samuel Washington's estate, as his own father and his uncle John both kept poor accounts -- Bushrod Washington won't help any, and Samuel mentions it hoping that Washington will speak to Bushrod this summer -- Samuel expects a bad wheat crop for the 4th straight year -- he intends to sell all his land \u0026amp; buy small amount in Culpeper County at low price -- his father Charles Washington is much improved.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod encloses a deed from Washington to Gen. Lee, and tells him that Lees deed to Washington is being registered -- Washington should send the enclosed one to the clerk of General Court -- speaks of congressional elections in this district that will be close -- Jacobins \u0026amp; opponents of Federal government spread scandalous assertions against Gen. Lee, who is only recently \"making great exertions\" in his own behalf -- Mr. Tayloe will resign his army commission, and Mr. Thomas Turner has asked that Bushrod intervene with Washington about securing a commission in the cavalry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a transaction of corn, whiskey and herrings. Congratulations on General Lee's and General Marshall's election to the Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveying 166 barrels of corn and discussing future corn transactions. Mentions his new (third) wife (Sarah Tayloe).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnderson sets forth his new scheme for managing Washington's farms, to make more profit from them--he compares profits and loss for his new scheme and the older system, showing large edge of profit to new scheme, using the Union Farm as the example although the principles could apply to River Farm and Dogue Run with slight alterations--Muddy Hole should be planted in peach trees--Anderson advocates fewer workers on each, and a new system of crop rotation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis sends Washington a draught for Mr. Ariss's rent--Ariss's infirmities make Lewis hesitate to be so rigid in collecting his rent, although he is always backward in paying--Lewis will send rents collected--he saw his brother Lawrence and his lady [Nelly Custis Lewis] at sister Carters--Lawrence has sulpher mud on his eye and drinking spring water improves him--this year's hay crop diminished by a monthlong drought in July--last fall's drought and Hessian fly deprived them of seed wheat--corn and tobacco good.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrumbull comments on the delays in post offices--\"in too many instances there is not that punctual attention to their duty in our post offices which the Public have a right to expect\"--he agrees with Washington's reply to Col. John Trumbull on a project of taking over South America (see letter of March 24, 1799, John Trumbull to Washington)--offers comments on a candidate for presidency--hints strongly that Washington is the only one to unite the party and win for Federalists--expresses his \"hope and trust\" that Washington's life will \"be elongated beyond the term of three core and ten years\"--offers comments on President John Adams.  On letter from Timothy Pickering to Jonathan Trumbull, 29 July 1799\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$1.25 for repairing Mrs. Washington's watch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Smith writes to Washington concerning claims of heirs of Robert Stobo to land on account of his services in French \u0026amp; Indian War--he asks Washington to help the family to get the land due under the claim--Stobo was with Washington at Fort Necessity and was surrendered to the French as a hostage--Smith transcribes a letter dated 19 March 1799 from Alexander McCaul to William Smith, saying land due Stobo can still be claimed. Encloses letter from Alex. McCaul to Wm. Smith, saying land due Stobo can still be claimed. [See letter dated Mar. 19, 1799].\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBelgium \u0026amp; \"this Republic\" seem to be fixed as heritage and satelite of french Republic--describes moves of British, Russian, French, \u0026amp; Austrian armies--Duke of York's inglorious evacuation of the Dutch Republic--this liberates all French troops for campaign on Rhine--will present G.W. a model of the Dutch water-throwing mill, or windmill, such as he sent rude sketches of last summer--may be applicable for draining Dismal [Swamp]--La fayette at Utrecht, won't go to U.S. this autumn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from three orphaned children of Thomas Washington of [Nevis] Island in West Indies--17 yrs. ago a gentleman in Newcastle upon Tyne wrote G.W. \u0026amp; sent old papers belonging to them to determine whether they are any kin to him, but received no reply--father had son by 1st marriage, still living in [Nevis]--their mother and father died \u0026amp; left them destitute--were brought up as servants--asks some small relief, are all married to poor men [The truth of this letter sworn to by Chas. Charleton, Vicar, \u0026amp; Wm. Jowsey \u0026amp; Wm. Tayloe, Churchwardens of Parish of Tynemouth [Northumberland].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePowel sends Chevalier Chastelleux's Essay on Public Happiness for his perusal -- hopes it meets with his approval -- knows author will be flattered that the General has read his work. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. Powel\". Autograph letter, in 3rd person, integral cover, laminated, watermark (D \u0026amp; C Blau). Dated only \"Wednesday Noon\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour documents are bound together: Survey Notes, Washington's surveying notes on a portion of his Mount Vernon property that he has purchased from Sampson Darrell in 1757, 4-5 November 1762; Grant, to Sampson Darrell, 28 November 1694; Letter, Darrell Smith to George Washington, 9 October 1759; Indenture, from Sampson Darrell, 19 May 1760\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis ledger includes a list of slaves at the Mount Vernon Plantations, clothing alloted to them each year, inventory of cattle, Nov. 15, 1785, accounts with the several plantations, accounts with shoemakers, overseers, and bricklayers. With other Accounts (including ones from George Augustine and Lawrence A. Washington, Tobias Lear, John and H. Fairfax, and Anthony Whiting).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is a record of the work done at the various farms making up George Washington's Mount Vernon, reporting the number of hours worked by which workers, just what was being done on each farm during a particular week. Farms include Dogue Run, Ferry Plantation, Muddy Hole, River Plantation, and Frenchs Plantation (or Frenchs Quarter). Work by tailors, carpenters, shoemakers, coopers, ditchers, and millers are recorded separately. Includes \"Fairfaxs Report on House People\" for several weeks. Begins November 1786 and ends in April 1787. At the end of the volume there is a document titled \"Memorandum of things delivered to the different Plantations from the 12th of Apl. 1786, 1786 April 12-August 31\" that begins at the last page and works its way back toward the center of the volume. This used to be bound, but has since been unbound and is just leaves.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThese surveys seem to be concerned with a road from the Ferry to Cameron.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis covers the period of the building of the Green house and the final stucco work and painting of the New Room.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncludes \"Skins put into the Vatts,\" \"Articles received into the Store, Articles delivered out of the Store, Rum account of rum received \u0026amp; doled out (giving reasons in many cases for the dole).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn the handwriting of Tobias Lear (1762-1816), Washington's private secretary, and James Anderson, Mount Vernon's farm and subsequent distillery manager from 1797 to the time of Washington's death in 1799.  Washington endorsed the ledger twice and approved accounts for fisheries, whiskey, shad, and herring.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eKing James version, containing the old and new testaments. Includes a page located in the book of Jeremiah, inscribed with family genealogical information. It lists the marriage date of Augustine Washington (ca. 1694-1743) and his second wife, Mary Ball (1708-1789), as well as the birth dates of their six children. George Washington, their eldest child, was born \"about 10 in the Morning\" on February 11, 1731/32, according to the Julian calendar then in use. The leather bound volume is missing the title page and has had extensive conservation work completed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall book bound in leather, entitled \"The American Repository of Useful Information containing a Calendar of the present Year ...\", engraved on front is \"Autograph of General Washington\" and \"Given to C. Hughes at Mount Vernon, 1825, Judge B. Washington\". Originally pasted in front were two letters, one dated December 24, 1825, Bushrod Washington to G.C. Washington, and one December 23, 1825, George Corbin Washington to C. Hughes [see letters under proper date]. The letter were removed from the diary during conservation treatment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington responds that he is glad to have him (George Corbin Washington) and Mr. Hughes to visit Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington\". Directed \"By Harry\" [pasted in back of G.W.'s diary for year 1797]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Corbin Washington wrote to Mr. Hughes to confirm that he told Judge [Bushrod] Washington of their intention of dining with him tomorrow [letter found in George Washington's diary for year 1797]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCompiled by and entirely in the hand of George Washington, the inventory of his late elder half brother's estate lists, by room, furniture, books, and other household items in the Mansion as well as slaves, horses, livestock and other chattels.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington leased the two tracts of land that formed his late brother Lawrence's estate, and 18 slaves, from Lawrence's widow Ann and her new husband George Lee for an annual rent of 15 hogsheads of tobacco or the cash equivalent. Document is signed by GW and both Lees, and witnessed by William Fairfax, John Dalton, and Denis McCarty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn this document, Washington leased the two tracts of land that formed his late brother Lawrence's estate, and 18 slaves, from Lawrence's widow Ann and her new husband George Lee for an annual rent of 15 hogsheads of tobacco or the cash equivalent. Document is signed by GW and both Lees, and witnessed by William Fairfax, John Dalton, and Denis McCarty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Washington writes about the service and loyalty of the Virginia Regiment during the French and Indian War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQuit claim deed written on handmade laid paper in the hand of George Washington. The quit claim is by John Carney to George Washington for 200 acres of land at Cliftons, formerly Piscataway Neck, which later became part of the Mount Vernon River Farm. Signed by John Carney (his mark), Lund Washington, Walter Magowan, Eno Williams (his mark), and Thos. Bishop.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph survey and plat signed \"G. Washington.\" Docketed on verso by John Augustine Washington, \"An Including survey of all the Lands left me in Frederick, by my brother Lawrence Washington, done by George Washington Esqr.\" A survey of four parcels of land in present-day Jefferson County, West Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocketed on back \"West v Posey Plat \u0026amp; Report\", in G.W.'s hand, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device \u0026amp; motto, \u0026amp; crown over GR), oversize document.  [This was part of the original grant to Spencer which George Washington purchased from Captain Posey to help cancel that gentleman's debt to him and others].  The plat showing survey lines is attached to the report.  A cover is attached, docketed \"Papers Relating To Mount Vernon Trace of Land.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginal; docketed on reverse in Washington's handwriting, as follows: \"Plats of Sundry Tracts of Land Belonging \u0026amp; Adjoining those of George Washington Fairfax County.\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis indenture is the purchase agreement by which George Washington acquired six acres of land from John Posey.  This tract of land was situated along the Potomac River between the mouths of Little Hunting Creek and Dogue Creek.  The document is partially printed and filled out by George Washington in his own hand on June 10, 1772.  Washington signed his name five times within the text, and Posey signed it at the conclusion.  Witnesses John Parke Custis, Jonathan Palmer, Thomas Bishop and another individual, whose autograph is indecipherable, all signed that this document was sealed and delivered in their presence.  An inscription at the bottom of the document states that on October 19, 1772, court was held for the County of Fairfax and this lease was proved by the oaths of the witnesses to be the deed of John Posey.  The acquisition of this document by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association closes the circle on this important story and piece of Mount Vernon land which is approximately where the wharf of today is located.  It is the third in a series of documents between John Posey and George Washington.  The first two documents, GEORGE WASHINGTON'S SURVEY FOR JOHN POSEY, OCTOBER 10, 1769 (A-481.1) and LEASE FROM JOHN POSEY TO GEORGE WASHINGTON, APRIL 23, 1770 (RM-1022, MS-5650) already in Mount Vernon's possession, demonstrate Washington's longstanding interest in acquiring this tract of Posey's land.  This third and final document, negotiating the sale of the property to Washington, tells the story of his eventual success in acquiring the land and expanding his Mount Vernon estate.    Captain John Posey was a veteran of the French and Indian War, and George Washington's neighbor.  John Posey's home, Rover's Delight, was just a mile downriver, southwest, of Mount Vernon.  Posey farmed his plantation and operated a public ferry across the Potomac to Maryland.  Posey was a friend of Washington's and often joined him in fox hunts and to play cards.  John Posey suffered financial trouble throughout the 1760's and took loans from George Washington as well as other creditors.  For example, on October 1, 1763, Washington took a £700 mortgage on Posey's property.  Over the years the interest on Posey's debts grew and by October 1769 Posey's debt to Washington had grown to nearly 1,000 pounds Virginia currency.  On October 10, 1769, George Washington surveyed the land later purchased in this agreement (see A-481.1).  At that time this portion of land was under dispute between Posey and John West.  As a result of the demands of Posey's many creditors, the remainder of Posey's Virginia property, which was not under dispute, was auctioned off under court order on October 23, 1769.  With the 1769 sale, Washington was recompensed for his loans to Posey and Washington was able to acquire 200 acres of Posey's land.    However, Washington also desired ownership of the small area of disputed land which contained Posey's ferry and fishery.  Fortunately for Washington, Posey soon found himself back in debt.  On April 23, 1770, George Washington began to lease from Posey the land which had been under dispute between Posey and John West.  Washington was interested in leasing this land because it was located adjacent to Mount Vernon and on the Potomac River very close to his fishing and shipping operations.  With this 1770 lease, Washington assumed the management of Posey's land and ferry.  At some point during the following year, Posey resettled in Queenstown on the Eastern Shore of Maryland.  Washington continued to lease this land until finally acquiring it with this purchase document in 1772.  THE PAPERS OF GEORGE WASHINGTON state that the eventual purchase of this tract of land took place on June 8, 1772, because a deed of release from Posey to Washington now in the Rosenbach Museum and Library in Philadelphia carries this date (Colonial Series Vol. 8 187).  However, this official purchase agreement in the collection of Mount Vernon is dated June 10, 1772, and an inscription notes court was held on October 19, 1772.  By the time Washington made this agreement Posey was so broke that Washington was able to acquire the land, as well as Posey's house, ferry and horse-all for 50 pounds (Rees 154).    Witness Jonathan Palmer was George Washington's master carpenter.  Once Washington began leasing Posey's land, Washington had Palmer and his family move into Posey's home.  Washington records this in his diary on May 16, 1770.  It is because of Palmer's place of residence and connection to Posey and Washington that Palmer was eventually selected as one of the witnesses to this purchase agreement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInscription with a date of 1774. Then Hanover Co. (now Louisa Co.) Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWitnessed by G. Johnston, John Thornton, John Gunnell, Matthew Campbell.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eProved at court 16 Nov. 1772, signed by P. Wagoner.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for £605 on reverse signed by West and same witnesses.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed \"West to Washington Release Nov. 1772 Nov. 18\" etc.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eFor 484 acres \"Land lying in Fairfax County on the head of Dogues' creek\", part of the tract West's wife Ann Brown inherited from her father who bought it from Zephaniah \u0026amp; Valinda Wade from the head of Dogue Run creek to W-n's stone mill house etc. for £605.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWhen George William and Sally Fairfax moved to England before the Revolutionary War, they asked their neighbor and friend George Washington to help them rent their Belvoir estate and sell the mansion's furnishings. On August 15, 1774, Washington administered an auction of their furniture, utensils, and books and docketed this inventory titled Sales of Furniture at Belvoir. This document includes items listed for sale, their selling prices, and purchaser's totals. Purchasers listed include Washington and his stepson John Parke Custis. George Washington was the high bidder of the event, spending a grand total of £169.12.6, over half the total receipts. Autograph document, one-page folio, docketed by George Washington on the verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 1777 March 12, in Alexander Hamilton's hand, from George Washington, Morristown, N.J., to Lt. Col. David Grier of the 7th Pennsylvania Regiment ordering him to submit a complete return of his regiment and to take new recruits who have not had smallpox to Philadelphia where they would be inoculated against the disease.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDate on original catalog card appears [1783].\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSubdivisions of fields of Ferry and French's farm--on reverse is an explanation--in another hand, of the alterations in the arrangement of the field.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Wm. Barry and Sarah Barry. No witnesses.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eReceipts for money signed by Wm. Barry on reverse.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAttested on reverse by P. Wagener, Comm. of Court.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\nDeed for part of original Spencer grant, which had been sold to Zephaniah Wade \u0026amp; descended to William Barry--\" ... William Barry and Sarah his wife for and in consideration of the Sum of three hundred and fifty pounds ... grant bargain ... unto the said George Washington ... all that moity of the remainder of the said five hundred acres of Land ... which upon the survey then made was found to contain one hundred and eighteen acres ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e Printed mss., blanks filled in by G.W., laminated, oversize document, watermarks (armed figure, rampant lion with arrows, matto \"Pro Patria\").\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Geo. and Elizabeth Muse. Witnessed by Peyton Sterns, Jno. Hawkins, John Pendleton, Henry Pendleton \u0026amp; [J. Sims?].\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eOn reverse, in G.W.'s hand is Receipt for the £20 \u0026amp; \"a Tract of Two thousand acres of Land lying in the county of Botetourt, on the River Kanhawa, which together is in full for the within mentioned Land.\" Singed by Geo. Muse.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eProved on April 20, 1784, in Richmond by J. Brown, clerk.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Muse and wife Elizabeth \"... for and in Consideration of the Sum of Twenty pounds Current Money of Virginia, and other valuable considerations ...\" convey to George Washington \"a certain tract of Land containing Three Thousand three hundred and twenty three acres in the County of Botetourt, on the East side of the Great Kanhawa River ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by John Arris, Witnessed by John Gaunt, Edwd. McCormick \u0026amp; Francis Waller.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington's signature does not appear; probably clipped for autograph.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eOn reverse, docketed twice, \"John Ariss to George Washington 700 Acres rent £60 and to pay Land Taxes\" in hand of [G.A. Washington ?].\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA grant \"for and during the Lives of the said John Ariss and his present wife Elizabeth Ariss Seven hundred Acres of Land, lying in the County of Berkeley on the Waters of Bullskin being Part of Several Tracts had by Deeds from the Proprietor of the Northern Neck ...\" for \"Sixty Pounds...to be paid in specie on the Twenty Fifth day of December in Each and Every Year ...\"--also contains specifications for concerving timber on the land \u0026amp; planting trees, grass, and building houses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed by George Washington, George Gilpin, and John Fitzgerald listing about 85 employees of the Potomac Company. The employees include 7 overseers, 2 borers, 2 carpenters, 2 blacksmiths, 1 coaler, and 68 laborers. There are three women on the list - Nurse Margaret Cosgrove, Cook Mary Twinch, and Washer Polly Firth.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePortion of a large folio document containing approximately half of a survey of Ferry Plantation and 2 crop rotation tables for 1787 and 1797, entirely in George Washington's hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEngraved Society of the Cincinnati certificate for James William, Esquire of Virginia. As president of the Society, George Washington signs the document at Mount Vernon on March 1, 1787. The document is also signed by secretary Henry Knox. Certicate is mounted to a board and has some staining and a tear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of workmen employed at the Great Falls by the Potomack Company digging the C\u0026amp;O Canal. Columnar style. Includes names, occupation, number of days, rations and total amount due in Virginia currency. George Washington as an incorporator of the Potomac Company along with the signatures of John Fitzgerald and George Gilpin appear on the reverse authorizing payment. Additional note from overseer Richardson Stuart regarding the final balance. Autograph document, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey by George Washington of distances from Cameron to Colchester.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eKey to accompany 1788 map of roads in MV area (also in MV collection) a summary of existing roads and recommendations for improving roads.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e Document signed, docketed by Washington. Body of text in handwriting of Bartholomew Dandridge. Witnessed by Dandridge and signed by Green.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eRenewal of Green's yearly contract as overseer for the slave carpenters at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLedger account of kitchen staples purchased for the Presidential household in Phila. for Mar. 3-16, 1794, entirely in the hand of GW. A leaf from ledger in oversize manuscripts which begins Apr. 1794.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDay by day account in G.W.'s hand, of amt. and price of each item of food bought during the period--for month of June, no day by day account is included, but a total of each thing for 30 days of June.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted Broadside.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSigned in print by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSome of George Washington's land at Mount Vernon to be sold or rented.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresidential land grant issued by U. S. President George Washington to Samuel Eddins for his service in the Virginia Regiment. The grant consists of 1000 acres of land located northwest of the Ohio River, between the Little Miami and Sciota Rivers. Embossed paper wafer presidential seal at lower left. Document signed by George Washington and Secretary of State Timothy Pickering, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists Mount Vernon enslaved people, their relationships, occupations, and place of residence on the estate -- a list of \"the negroes hired from Mrs. French.\" Autograph document, entirely in hand of George Washington, oversize document, laminated, George Washington's complete watermark. | Date on original catalog card appears [1799][July]. | [Probably prepared for information of his executors at the time he was drawing his will in July, 1799]. |\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington writes that the recent death of John Airess, who had leased one of the Shenandoah farms, may give Lewis an opportunity to take over the lease. This in turn would give Washington a chance to transfer some slaves from Mount Vernon. He mentions that \"Mrs. Lewis has a girl born.\" See also GW to R. Lewis, 8/18/99.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePair of plans for crop rotation and the plowings it required in the hand of George Washington. One plan is neatly headed \"Rotation by AW with the Plowings necessary to carry it into effect.\" The initials may refer to John Augustine Washington (1736-1787), for whom this plan may have been devised. The second plan is similarly headed \"Rotation by CW...,\" and was perhaps intended for Corbin Washington's use. Both plans are based on 75 acre plots of farmland. The number of days to plow or harrow the plot is carefully tabulated at the right of the list. In the lower part of each plan, Washington lists, month-by-month the sequence of plowings and harrowings, to calculate the labor needed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartial document of a plat of Mount Vernon, 'Old Plat of the Grounds in the NE part of the Pasture of Mount Vernon from the Summit of the Hills on which the Log'd Cabbins are.' Page one is the survey, page two includes surveying notes in Washington's hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMap with notes and 'A table of explanation this platt.' See 1748, March 29, Depositions in the Suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell [W-243/A-D]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by Law Washington and witnessed by Mary Washington, Sam[uel] Washington, Charles Washington, John Washington, Martha Posey, \u0026amp; W[illiam] Fairfax.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eProved July 7, 1752 in Spotsylvania County.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\nConveying 3 lots in Fredericksburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis friends in Wmsburg, including Speaker, desire to see him \u0026amp; have him accept command of troops to be raised--if he will proceed on expedition \"twoud give a general satisfaction to our Country.\"--Assembly has voted £40,000 \u0026amp; 1200 men immed. raised --\"I believe, were you present, that the greatest regard wou'd be shewn any proposals you shou'd think proper with regard to the expedition.\" Congratulations on his safe \"arrival among us\" [after Braddock's expedition] --condolences on his late illness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to be delivered by Mr. Harrison who accepts invitation to camp--lists letters received from G.W.; never received others--some \"villon\" is intercepting letters--mentions construction \u0026amp; appearance of \"wash house\" which G.W. does not intend as a wash house--Jenifer Adams has sold timber off land--bad rains washed out nearly completed tumbling dam--coopers \u0026amp; miller again at work on it--sowing wheat delayed by rains--Bennett Jenkins from western lands arrived--claims Simpson \u0026amp; Crawford didn't pay him--paid in Pa. currency--Simpson \u0026amp; son coming to Mt.V.--bought 6M 20d nails and 4000 ft. of inch plank--\"by the time the House is finishd that is now just Raised, we shall not have one foot of inch \u0026amp; 1/4 plank left beside what is put away for the addition of the great House\"--bricklayers doing garden wall \u0026amp; chimney of wash house--stucco man still working on dining room--\"the ceily. is not clumsey, I think it light \u0026amp; handsome it is altogether worck'd by Hand which makes it tedius - as to puty. down the plaster in the new Room, it will not make two days odds in his doing the Room, for he can plaister in one day more than our two men can in a week.--if the sides is done in plain stoco it will not take him long, as to the seilg. I can form no judgment how long it will take him ...\"--Mrs. W. wants it finished so she can get into it this winter--she will talk to Col. [Fielding] Lewis about it--Webster making bricks--John [Broad] \u0026amp; the taylor \u0026amp; negroes sick--Mrs. W. not afraid of [Lord] Dunmore--valuables packed in trunks to be moved quickly if necessary--his papers will be sent away anyway--Sears still sick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSent word to Mrs. W. at New Kent informing her to come to camp--expect her here immediately--discussion by Md. and Alex. residents of plan to blocade river--Indian Head best place--\"Captn Boucher [said] he woud undertake with 3 ships [sunk] to stop the Channel so that no ship of Force coud get up the River ...\"--Mrs. W. packed his papers in a trunk to be sent to Capt. McCarty's for safe keeping--she gave him key to G.W.'s study but he won't touch anything there except in emergency--what to do with Col. Mercer's papers?--John West, Mr. Harper, Mr. Wilson ask for money owed them--Bishop needs money--Dr. Crail's negro came with news from over the mountains--Val Crawford comes, feels it useless to keep building on G.W.'s land there because of danger of British burning everything--should he grind wheat?--Jenifer Adams offers to rent Md. land--Col. Mason very ill since convention--Lund thinks Mt. V. very easily defended by 50 men--will consider making salt peter--Custis and wife with Mrs. W. in New Kent--Knowles is well, Webster sick, John Barry dead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA plat and survey by Hezekiah Veatch, assistant Surveyor of Montgomery County, by request of Francis Deakins \u0026amp; Benjamin Jones, of Woodstock Manor, divided it into 2 equal tracts, correcting lines in a survey made in 1782 -- Signed statement by Deakins \u0026amp; Jones \"By request of the President of the United States and Colo. Mercer we have divided Woodstock into two Lots of Equal Value as per the above plat \u0026amp; certificate\". This land was conveyed to George Washington on 1 April 1793 by John Francis Mercer, his wife Sophia Sprigg Mercer, and by James Steuart and his wife Rebecca Sprigg Steuart in payment for a debt owed him by the estate of Mercers father, John Mercer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescription of rental terms for River, Union and Dogue-run farms--all will rent for the same amount-terms for Muddy hole will be slightly less-leases will run for 14 years-rent will be paid in the form of wheat (or cash equivalent)-.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAlso, included in document is GW's ideal rotation plan for a farm with six fields-gives annual production of crops and the possibilities for financial reward on the part of the tenant farmer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis printed document is a patent for a method of controlling tides, signed by George Washington as President, Thomas Jefferson as Secretary of State, and Edmund Randolph as Attorney General.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetailed hand-colored map of New England, compiled by Braddock Mead (alias John Green) and published by Thomas Jefferys in 1755. Green was an Irish translator, geographer, and editor, as well as one of the most talented British map-makers at mid-century. This map is a George Washington original edition and was part of Washington's personal library.\u003c/p\u003e"]}]}},"label":"Breadcrumbs"}}},"links":{"self":"https://arvasarchive.org/catalog/vimtvl_repositories_3_resources_31_c02_c56"}},{"id":"viu_viu00017_c03_c01","type":"Item","attributes":{"title":"Bills of Complaint.","breadcrumbs":{"id":"https://arvasarchive.org/catalog/viu_viu00017_c03_c01#breadcrumbs","type":"document_value","attributes":{"value":{"ref_ssi":"viu_viu00017_c03_c01","ref_ssm":["viu_viu00017_c03_c01"],"id":"viu_viu00017_c03_c01","ead_ssi":"viu_viu00017","_root_":"viu_viu00017","_nest_parent_":"viu_viu00017_c03","parent_ssi":"viu_viu00017_c03","parent_ssim":["viu_viu00017","viu_viu00017_c03"],"parent_ids_ssim":["viu_viu00017","viu_viu00017_c03"],"parent_unittitles_ssm":["Irvine-Saunders Family Papers \n         1745-1910 Inclusive","Legal Papers"],"parent_unittitles_tesim":["Irvine-Saunders Family Papers \n         1745-1910 Inclusive","Legal Papers"],"text":["Irvine-Saunders Family Papers \n         1745-1910 Inclusive","Legal Papers","Bills of Complaint.","Box Box 4"],"title_filing_ssi":"Bills of Complaint.","title_ssm":["Bills of Complaint."],"title_tesim":["Bills of Complaint."],"unitdate_other_ssim":["1767-1796, n.d."],"normalized_date_ssm":["1767/1796"],"normalized_title_ssm":["Bills of Complaint."],"component_level_isim":[2],"repository_ssim":["University of Virginia, Special Collections Dept."],"collection_ssim":["Irvine-Saunders Family Papers \n         1745-1910 Inclusive"],"has_online_content_ssim":["false"],"child_component_count_isi":0,"level_ssm":["Item"],"level_ssim":["Item"],"sort_isi":21,"date_range_isim":[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],"containers_ssim":["Box Box 4"],"_nest_path_":"/components#2/components#0","timestamp":"2026-05-21T12:54:55.221Z","collection":{"numFound":1,"start":0,"numFoundExact":true,"docs":[{"id":"viu_viu00017","ead_ssi":"viu_viu00017","_root_":"viu_viu00017","_nest_parent_":"viu_viu00017","ead_source_url_ssi":"data/uva-sc/viu00017.xml","title_ssm":["Irvine-Saunders Family Papers \n         1745-1910 Inclusive"],"title_tesim":["Irvine-Saunders Family Papers \n         1745-1910 Inclusive"],"level_ssm":["collection"],"level_ssim":["Collection"],"unitid_ssm":["Collection number 116"],"text":["Collection number 116","Irvine-Saunders Family Papers \n         1745-1910 Inclusive","2100 items","Collection is open to research.","Funded in part by a grant from the National Endowment\n            for the Humanities","This collection, 1745-1910, n.d., of ca. 2100 items,\n         consists of correspondence, business and legal papers,\n         miscellaneous, and bound volumes, pertaining to the \n          Davis Family , \n          Saunders Family , and \n          Watts Family . Large portions of the\n         correspondence belong to \n          William Watts and \n          Fleming Saunders . Included with the\n         correspondence is a letterbook, 1873-1880, of \n          Frank Prufer . The business papers include\n         accounts, bonds, correspondence, and notes and receipts,\n         chiefly pertaining to \n          William Watts and \n          Fleming Saunders , but also various\n         members of these families. The legal papers include court\n         dockets and memoranda of \n          William Watts , documents, and wills.\n         There are various legal papers of \n          William Watts pertaining to \n          Virginia counties including \n          Amelia County , \n          Amherst County , \n          Buckingham County , \n          Campbell County , \n          Cumberland County , \n          Prince Edward County . The miscellaneous\n         material includes advertisements, educational papers,\n         photographs, printed, religious papers, and fragments. The\n         bound volumes include day books, a blacksmith book, a farm\n         journal, memorandum books, and a township record. Folders are\n         arranged alphabetically within each series, with material\n         inside arranged chronologically.","Correspondence","From the correspondence of the \n          Davis Family , \n          Saunders Family , and related families,\n         1800-1856, there is a letter addressed to \"Sully,\" December\n         30, 1800, from \n          Louisa County , which advises the\n         recipient, who had asked for religious instruction, to seek\n         the \n          Kingdom of God . A letter dated April 2,\n         1812 from \n          James Rayland to his sister mentions that\n         his cousin is strapped for cash, and asks if the recipient can\n         help him. A rather unusual letter, dating July 24, 1836, from \n          Mount Pleasant , indicates that \"Mary\n         thinks a little Brandy would be of service to her,\" and\n         requests that some be sent to her. A letter written to Captain\n         Davis on January 9, 1844, mentions that \n          Pleasant Milkhill needs brandy, and asks\n         that it be sent with \n          David (probably a slave) for there is none\n         at \n          Bethel . A letter dating November 6, 1856\n         at \n          Bleak Hills makes a reference to \"Roanoke\"\n         [Roanoke County, or \n          John Randolph 's estate \"Roanoke\"?].","From their correspondence dating 1862-1904, there is a\n         letter to \n          Sam Tyree , Esq, July 17, 1870 from [his]\n         student: \n          [Sam L. Preston?] complaining that he can\n         not attend sunday school because of prostration. There is also\n         a letter dated April 8, 1901 from \n          Trinity and Ivy Chapel in \n          Boonsboro, Bedford County to a Mr.\n         Randolph inviting him to preach there every other Sunday.\n         There is also an undated fragment referring to a comet the\n         size of a full moon and a meteor shower which \"will be a sight\n         to see.\"","Among the families' undated correspondence, is a letter\n         dated November 17 to \n          \"Carter\" [Saunders?] , by a female who\n         mentions [her] children's Latin lessons. There is another\n         letter to a Miss Kerr which mentions a recipe for Tongue a la\n         Mode. There is also a letter, dated October 23, [1805?], from\n         a \n          Sam K. Jenny , probably a doctor of\n         medicine, which mentions that \n          William Green attended a man named\n         Barnhart to \n          Bedford so Jenny could prescribe to his\n         case and that he \"forbad the case of ardent spirits.\"","From the correspondence of \n          Eva (Smith) Saunders , dated 1868-1894,\n         there is a letter, February 24, 1889, from \n          The Grove which mentions that while Eva\n         passed her exams--her brother \n          Fleming Saunders III did not. A letter,\n         August 2, 1892, to \n          Eva Saunders from \n          M. Natalie Manson , at \n          Wintore , speaks of school and Latin.\n         There is an interesting letter, December 10, 1893, from \n          Florence, Italy to Eva, mentioning that\n         there is no silver in \n          Italy for the English and French are\n         buying it up, that \"Coppers are such a bother, and so heavy to\n         carry,\" seeing the works of \n          Donato and \n          Brunelleschi and the \n          Medici Chapel , and the \n          \"Brothers of Pity\" who wear black robes\n         and carry a corpse which \"made my blood turn cold.\" There is a\n         letter, January 13, 1894, to Eva, which mentions sending a\n         book to \n          May Begg , \"a literary courtship under the\n         auspices of \n          Pike's Peak . \" \n          Fleming Saunders III at \n          Randolph-Macon Academy in \n          Bedford writes to Eva on May 15, 1894,\n         saying he tried to get a tennis tournament for field day, and\n         congratulates Eva on her chicken raising and hopes his are\n         doing better.","Among the \n          Eva Saunders undated correspondence, there\n         is a fragment which notes that Miss Begg sent to its writer a\n         little book called \"The greatest thing in the World.\" A letter\n         dated November 26 to Eva contains drawings of women's blouses\n         and concerns her ordered blouses.","From the correspondence of \n          Fleming Saunders and \n          Mary (Gwathmey) Saunders , 1858-1879, a\n         letter dated September 5, 1871, from \n          Peter Saunders, Jr. , \n          Bleak Hill , says that his tobacco crop\n         has suffered. Another letter, April 17, 1874, from \n          Jeanie Edmond , \n          Hudson Lodge , makes a reference to the \n          Jubilee Singers traveling to raise money\n         for a \"slave college somewhere in the Northern States\"; to\n         acquaintances visiting \n          England , mentioning a \"public worship\n         bill\" in \n          Parliament , and one acquaintance having\n         an appointment with the Bishop of \n          Melbourne ; and to visiting \n          Australia . In a postcard dated August 21,\n         1879, \n          W. A. Alrich asks \n          Fleming Saunders ' opinion as to the next\n         \"services\" in \"regular course,\" and saying that it best not to\n         alter rotation as \"last service was omitted.\" He also mentions\n         that Mrs. \n          C[harles] Dabney has a fine little\n         daughter.","In the Fleming and Mary Saunders correspondence, 1880-1892,\n         there is a letter dated March 3, 1880 from M. Caden to\n         Saunders stating that he can not board a minister, but will\n         give the same salary as before. \n          Peter Saunders writes from \n          Bleak Hill on January 19, 1881 saying that\n         he has no specific desire to be a director on the \n          Virgina Midland [Rail] Road , and does not\n         think he could get the appointment anyway; he is still a\n         director on the \n          Franklin and Pittsylvania Railroad\n         Company , and fears a possible conflict of interest.\n          W. A. Alrich writes from \n          Emanuel Rectory , \n          Chatham, Virginia , on February 16, 1882,\n         saying he is glad that the \n          Saunders ' keep up the old St. Valentine's\n         Day tradition, by sending so practical a token of affection. \n          Ellen Boulder , a school teacher, writes\n         to \n          Mary Saunders from \n          Drake's Branch on March 18, 1889,\n         mentioning a five month school term ending on March 1st and a\n         June 23 to July 23 summer session. \n          [Peter Saunders] , \n          Bleak Hill , writes \n          Fleming Saunders , on October 26, 1891\n         mentioning Republican elements in the \"alliance\" [farmers'\n         alliance such as the \n          Grange ?].","In the Fleming and Mary Saunders correspondence, 1893-1900,\n          Fleming Saunders III writes to his parents\n         from \n          Randolph-Macon Academy in \n          Bedford on March 14, 1893, saying that he\n         is in the Baptist Church in the morning and the Methodist in\n         the afternoon, and tells of boys who spend more time with the\n         girls than studying. \n          James F. Plummer writes to Captain\n         Saunders on March 29, 1893, [from a theological seminary?],\n         saying that exams are beginning, and implying that knowledge\n         of Hebrew and Apologetics will be next among those things\n         tested. \n          Peter Saunders writes to Fleming from \n          Bleak Hill , on March 30, 1894, mentioning\n         the Bland Bill and the fear that its veto would cause discord\n         in the \n          Democratic Party , and discussing briefly\n         possible effects on the present financial situation.","In the Fleming and Mary Saunders correspondence, 1901-1910,\n         there is a letter, July 19, 1901, from \n          Edward Watts Saunders , while serving in\n         the \n          Virginia House of Delegates . \n          William W. Old writes to Fleming on\n         February 2, 1903 about a land sale and his agreement to sell\n         the land as a whole parcel to two black men, and suggesting a\n         method of finalizing the transaction. \n          E. W. Saunders writes to Fleming on\n         January 21, 1904 mentioning an inquiry about his land near\n         \"Vic. Muse.\" A letter, [March 1904], from \n          Alice [Saunders] at \n          Hollins, Virginia , to her aunt Saunders\n         refers to the Roman poet \n          Virgil . She writes to her mother on March\n         12, 1904 mentioning that John [ ] had failed in \n          Caesar and that he had been in the second\n         book of \n          Virgil .","In the undated Fleming and Mary Saunders correspondence, \n          D. Saunders writes to his mother from \n          Randolph-Macon Academy on February 10,\n         saying that he is learning German and is plagued by poor\n         spelling, and that the boys dance every night and were\n         previously boxing.","In the correspondence of \n          William Watts , 1754-1784, there is a\n         letter dated June 27, 1771 which summons Watts to the \n          General Assembly in \n          Williamsburg . \n          Samuel Dilworth writes on June 2, 1783\n         from \n          Blanford mentioning the problem of\n         collecting debts owed to the British. \n          Thomas Baldwin, Jr. writes on December 22,\n         1784 concerning the purchase of \"the Negro Fellow\" for\n         $18.","In the Watts correspondence, 1785-1789, a letter, December\n         16, 1785, from \n          William Roach informs Watts that while \n          Peter Kern is employing Watts in a matter\n         between Kern and Roach, Watts is to plead for Roach in all\n         matters, suggesting a conflict of interest. \n          Arthur Campbell , a candidate for the\n         senate from the Western Distict, writes, on March 24, 1788,\n         asking for Watts' support. \n          Edward Graham of \n          Bedford , writes on December 20, 1792,\n         mentioning that he saw the Watts' son reading \n          Horace and sending the boy a copy of \n          Cicero which would supply \"the means of\n         raising him as high in eminence as you could reasonably wish,\"\n         and adding that the boy will need to learn Greek as he will\n         soon be studying science.","In the Watts correspondence, 1793-1794, \n          Duncan Rose writes from \n          Petersburg , on July 8, 1794, stating that\n          Buchanan's Hartie and Company has been\n         doing business in \n          Great Britain and is waiting for a\n         successor to Hartie to be appointed before certain books could\n         be examined by Rose. Another letter pertains to relations with\n          France and \n          Britain at this time: \n          George Hancock writes to Watts in 1794\n         mentioning the rearing of a navy \"to repel the insult to our\n         ploy,\" referring to commerce restriction [on American goods]\n         by a nation which does not have a commerce treaty with the\n         U.S., and referring to Mr. \n          [James] Madison 's arguments whereas he\n         conducted himself in a manner worthy of himself. \n          Creed Taylor writes on May 11, 1795,\n         concerning some bonds. \n          William Vannerson writes, on October 30,\n         1795, from \n          Petersburg mentioning a British war sloop\n         in \n          Norfolk, Virginia and the order for\n         carrying American bottoms bound for \n          France into British ports with invoice\n         being revoked, revealing that some say that this retaliation\n         has been brought about by Americans invoicing their flour at\n         $27 per barrel.","In Watts' correspondence with \n          Edward Randolph , 1796-1797, Randolph\n         writes from \n          Richmond on February 21 and March 13, 1796\n         on the subject of British creditors. In Watts' correspondence\n         with \n          Thomas F. Scott , 1792-1798, Scott writes\n         on January 4, 1796 and December 18, 1798 on the subject of\n         British debts. In the correspondence of \n          William Watts with \n          John Watts , 1784-1800, John writes to\n         William in April 1784 from \n          Lincoln County, Virginia (now \n          Kentucky ), concerning apprehension about\n         a possible Indian war in the \n          Northwest Territories . John says that\n         while the lands in \n          Kentucky are good, the inconveniences are\n         many, and that the doomsayers will probably prevent the\n         surveying of lands on the northwest side of the Ohio.","Business Papers","There are general accounts, 1751-1899, n.d. An account,\n         beginning November 16, 1762, with \n          George Kippen \u0026 Co. at their store in \n          Goochland, Virginia , lists \n          John Gilliam as having ordered a dozen\n         flints, 3/4 yard of bearskin, and a dozen pipes. There is a\n         list, April 20, 1763, pertaining to the estate of \n          A. Watts , on which is listed a\n         £0.2.0 debt to \n          Mary Petillo , the only woman on the list,\n         and a £2.4.9 debt to Sir \n          William Skipwith . The account of \n          Thomas East with \n          Archelaus Austin from November 15, 1771,\n         consists of beer, wine, grog, and a gallon of corn, with one\n         entry \"to saging one night\" perhaps pertaining to the making\n         of moonshine. An account, beginning January 20, 1775, of N[ ]\n         Vaughn with \n          Edward Watts lists various quantities of\n         rum, molasses, and sugar. There are several accounts,\n         1779-1794, of the estate of \n          Nathaniel Davis , including an entry for\n         1784 for three yards of woollen for a Negro jacket, and May 9,\n         1784 for half of hire of \n          Jacob . There is a section, \"Accts\n         Overlooked,\" from 1784, which refers to tobacco being a share\n         and half share for \n          Jacob , and another for dinner at the\n         courthouse when on business. There is an account of \n          James Davis with \n          Daniel Warwick , dating 1799-1803, with\n         references to a variety of items including coffee, sewing\n         materials, dinner ware, alcohol, and accessories. Mrs. \n          Elizabeth Davis ' account beginning May\n         31, 1807, has an entries for coffee, condiments, and sewing\n         material. An account, March 26, 1810, of Capt. \n          James Davis with \n          Rowland P. Banks lists \"163 days tuition\n         at $8 p. ann. $5 cts 1 1/2.\" The account, beginning August 14,\n         1826, of Capt. \n          James Davis with \n          Thomas Pleasants , has lists orders for\n         cheese, mackerel, cotton, and whiskey. On October 31, 1832,\n         Judge Saunders, of \n          Lynchburg, Virginia , orders castor oil,\n         ointment, and a syringe. Accounts which mention tea are rare\n         but there is an undated fragment of Mr. \n          James Davis which contains an entry for\n         imperial tea. There is an undated \"memorandum of brandy\" taken\n         from Mrs. Eubank.","The accounts of \n          Williams Watts span 1752-1797. There is\n         also a hotel account with \n          Charles Williamson with entries dating\n         1763, 1773, and 1774. There are accounts for the boarding,\n         clothing, and feeding of Negro boys with Mrs. \n          Betty Tucker and \n          Betty Kirkland , both beginning September\n         10, 1767, and Capt. \n          Joseph Tucker , 1767-1769. Watts has\n         accounts, 1768, with \n          John Brittan for a waistcoat, shoes,\n         stockings, and a hat. There is a 1769 account for various\n         building supplies. Watts also has an account, beginning April\n         20, 1771, with \n          Miller Woodson with an entry of May 16,\n         1772 listing a \n          Patrick Henry . There is a document which\n         contains information on the estate of \n          William Randolph . There is another\n         lodging account, July 26, 1773 through December 3, 1776, of\n         Watts with \n          Charles Williams . There is an account\n         beginning March 9, 1778, with \n          William Kirkland which includes listings\n         for tuition and educational books. A January 10, 1780 account\n         with \n          Frederick Nance mentions a violin and a\n         set of strings. There is an account, beginning December 21,\n         1787, with \n          Robert Wilson ordering Hyson Tea, coffee,\n         and a bottle of snuff. From a 1791 account of \n          Edward McDonald with \n          William Watts , there is the note of the\n         hire of a Negro. From a 1792 account of \n          Charles Smith , there is a note for the\n         finding of a Negro woman and for the inspecting of tobacco.\n         There are two medical bills, one with \n          George Martin , beginning January 14,\n         1794, and one with Doctor \n          Graham , beginning November 3, 1795. In\n         October 1797, Watts had an account with \n          George Quille for the hire of a Negro.\n         There is an undated account of \n          W. Walter Spence with Watts for the hire\n         of a Negro for eight months.","Promissory notes and receipts range from 1754-1905, n.d.\n         There are several items concerned with the estate of \n          John Fleming and include an entry for\n         February 1764 for a Negro bought for $10. Between \n          George Martin and Watts there is an\n         agreement, October 3, 1794, mentioning the purchase of red\n         wheat and the hire of a Negro woman. \n          James Davis has a note dated 1803 with the\n         Sheriff of \n          Amherst County for tax on four Negroes,\n         four horses, and five tithes. \n          Elizabeth Davis has a note dated 1816 for\n         tax on three Negroes and one horse. There is a note from\n         December 6, 1827 pertaining to a $5 bond for the hire of a\n         Negro man by \n          James Davis from \n          J. Wright for \n          Lavinia Wright . There is a 1840 note from\n          Charles Davis to the Sheriff of \n          Amherst for tax on six Negroes and six\n         horses.","Legal Papers","There are a number of court memoranda, 1768-1786, n.d.,\n         kept by \n          William Watts in his capacity as a lawyer.\n         In a November 10, 1771 memo for the \n          Buckingham County court, there is an entry\n         for detinue for Negro woman named \n          Agge . From the memo for the April 1772\n         court at \n          Lunenburg County , \n          Thomas Taylor and his wife have a suit\n         against a Hurt for a Negro in \n          Amelia . There is also a list of debts\n         owed to Watts for the year 1794. Dating 1771 through 1782,\n         there are court dockets from \n          Amelia County and \n          Lunenburg County from 1771-1782. A number\n         of the entries have Watts as the litigant. There is a 1773 day\n         book with the signatures of William and \n          Edward Watts , which includes a record of \n          William Watts ' court expenses. There are\n         also legal day books, 1772-1773, of Watts, with entries for \n          Buckingham County , \n          Amelia , \n          Cumberland County , and \n          Prince Edward County as well as for \n          Williamsburg, Virginia . There is another\n         1773 memorandum book of Watts with entries for \n          Amelia County , \n          Cumberland County , and \n          Buckingham County .","The indentures date 1749-1788, n.d. From January 1, 1763,\n         there is an agreement between \n          Benjamin Tambro and \n          Ayres Hodnett of \n          Buckingham in regard to the former's son, \n          John Tambro , to be apprentice to the\n         latter for seven years. From March 28, 1774, there is an\n         indenture between Watts and \n          William Ford . From September 17, 1768,\n         there is an agreement between \n          Abraham West and \n          John Blankenship of \n          Prince Edward . On November 17, 1772,\n         there is an agreement between \n          John Lewallen of \n          Amelia County and \n          James and Robert Donalds and Company ,\n         Merchants of \n          Glasgow . On September 15, 1778, there is\n         an agreement between \n          David Wright of \n          Botetourt and \n          Alexander Paine of the same concerning a\n         land dispute in the area where the \n          Roanoke River and \n          Tinker Creek .","The will, December 25, 1745, of \n          Thomas Patterson of \n          Albemarle County , names his slaves and\n         divides them among his children and wife, and requests that\n         his land in \n          Goochland County be known as \n          \"Locust Thicket.\" Margery Hinshaw contested the will of \n          Samuel Hinshaw dated March 1758 with \n          [Cedw] Gibson on July 10, 1765. Hinshaw\n         had divided his slaves between his still living wife, his\n         daughter \n          Elizabeth Hinshaw , and the latter's\n         children. This situation involved a slave of Elizabeth. The\n         will of \n          Thomas Bottom of \n          Amelia dated May 10, 1760 divides his\n         slaves which are named between his three daughters.","A folder of general legal papers date 1765-1903, n.d. The\n         inventory and appraisal, 1826, of the estate of \n          John Eubank mentions prices for his\n         Negroes: £300 for a man named \n          Jacob , £200 for a man named \n          Joe , £10 for a woman named \n          Hannah , £20 for a girl named \n          Lolly , and £0 for a girl named\n          Caroline . There is also a list of tickets\n         of ommission paid by \n          William Watts , attorney. Among the legal\n         papers of \n          Amelia County , 1768 through 1789\n         including undated material, a document dated May 15, 1783\n         states that \n          Sarah Tinker on December 6, 1781 gave her\n         son-in-law \n          John Tucker an ailing Negro named \n          Ned until the latter gets well whereas he\n         will be returned to \n          Sarah Tucker . In an undated document, \n          George Vaughn yields up title/right of two\n         Negroes--named \n          Frank and \n          Phoebe --to son-in-law \n          John Norris --formerly given to grandson \n          John Norris by a deed dated October 2,\n         1796: \"said slaves will forever defend me from my heirs.\" The\n         son-in-law Norris will pay Vaughn or wife £10\n         annually for preformance of the aforesaid act. Among the \n          Campbell County papers, Justice \n          Adam Clement says that \n          Charles Gilbert of \n          Campbell on April 29, 1787 makes oath that\n         Negro slave \n          Jack --property of Watts of \n          Prince Edward County --ran away and was\n         found 50 miles thence. Among the legal papers of \n          Prince Edward , \n          Edward Watts sold to \n          William Watts eight Negro slaves: \n          True , \n          James , \n          Winnie , \n          Peter , \n          Sarah , \n          Betty , \n          Rachel , and \n          Doc on January 14, 1787. There is also a\n         account of Dr. \n          M. John King with the sheriff of \n          Lunenburg which has an entry dating 1769:\n         the former is in account with \n          [John] Epps for four lbs. of tobacco at\n         £0.5.1.","Miscellaneous","Among the Advertisements there is an advertisement dated\n         September 20, 1871 from the \n          Omaha, Nebraska Lottery for the building\n         of a public library in the city. A broadside from \n          Cox and Sons Church Furniture shows a\n         garish stained-glass window commemorating the late President \n          James Garfield . There is an undated\n         letter to Mrs. \n          Fleming Saunders asking for a subscription\n         to the \n          Graphic, a ladies society\n         magazine. There is an undated list of books from \n          George Munro, Publishers . There is also a\n         broadside for \"The World's Christmas Hymn\"--an analogy of\n         English poetry pertaining to \n          Christ 's birth dating from the medieval\n         period.","The church related papers include a letter, March 21, 1904,\n         from \n          Virginia Polytechnic Institute to the \n          Saunders asking for aid for the building of\n         an Episcopal parsonage at the university. The letter\n         enunciates a fear of the danger of Episcopal boys being weaned\n         from their faith by the compulsory attendance at the services\n         of other sects due to the absence of a Episcopal parsonage.\n         There is also an Episcopal \"Church Kalendar,\" 1882-1883,\n         listing holy days with information on the faith, church\n         service, and background of the Anglican/Episcopalian\n         faith.","Civil War papers range from 1861 to 1864. During 1862-1864,\n         there are a number of furloughs issued to \n          Confederate enlisted men in \n          Virginia , each with a physical\n         description of the bearer, and addressed \"to all whom it may\n         concern.\" On August 10, 1862, there is a provision return for\n         a company of the \n          13th Regiment of Pennsylvania volunteers .\n         There are also a number of CSA \"special requisitions\", chiefly\n         ordering clothing, shoes, and blankets, most signed by Captain\n          Fleming Saunders , assistant\n         quartermaster, of Company K, Virginia Regiment.","The educational papers range from 1848-1903, n.d. There is\n         a page from a 1848 French edition of the fables of La Fontaine\n         from the \"Academie de Norfolk.\" There is an \n          \"Educational Treatise on the Constitution\" ,\n         September 6, 1877, by \n          John Randolph Tucker of \n          Virginia . There is a 1892-1893 brochure\n         for the \n          Edgeworth School , a church-related\n         boarding and day school for females. There is the fall term\n         1895 grade report from \n          Virginia Polytechnic Institute (formerly \n          Virginia Agriculture and Mechanical\n         College ) for \n          Fleming Saunders, III . There is a fall\n         term 1902 grade report from \n          Hollins College for \n          Elsie Saunders . There is another VPI\n         grade report, from February 1903, for \n          Carter Temple Saunders . There is a report\n         from \n          St. Timothy's School of \n          Catonsville, Maryland . Another undated\n         piece is a \"rules for spelling\" sheet from a grammar book.\n         There are also undated fragments of Latin, French, and\n         algebra.","There are lectures, essays, and poems, 1794, 1818, 1843,\n         and n.d., including a scrap of a lecture dated September 6,\n         1794 from \n          Edward Watts ; another lecture on motive\n         dated September 16, 1794; and, a series of oral essays from\n         1843.","Miscellaneous material, 1887-1892, includes a note of the\n         marriage of Capt. \n          Fleming Saunders to \n          Mary Gwathmey on July 30.","The obituaries include a reprint of the 1858 obituary of \n          Fleming Saunders, Sr , a reprint of the\n         1867 obituary of Fleming, Sr.'s wife-- \n          Alice Fleming --and the 1904 obituary of \n          Peter Saunders . The obituaries of\n         Fleming, Sr. and Alice are panegyrics. The first two were\n         transcribed by \n          John Blair Dabney .","The photographs include an unidentified photograph of a\n         young member of the \n          Saunders family and undated photo cards of\n         liturgical furniture.","Bound Volumes","The Day Books include a day book from \n          Maple Creek Mills dating from 1842. There\n         is a 1867 day book with one page filled, made of a cut\n         agricultural crop ledger. There is also in the book a pasted\n         in notice from the Adjuctant Inspector's Office in \n          Richmond , July 29, 1863. Dating January\n         18, 1872 is a subscription book for the \n          Lee Monumental Association . Also present\n         is a $1 donation from \n          Alex Berkeley of \n          Yellow Branch, Virginia . There are also\n         farm journals dating 1855 through 1860.","A card game, 1846, called \"The Game of Kings made Easy\"\n         which is based on the kings of \n          England who reigned down to its date, is\n         also present. The card for Henry V is missing. Many of the\n         cards contain information of the kings of an antiquarian\n         nature.","The Memorandum books, 1873-1874 and 1881-1894, owned by \n          Fleming Saunders , includes employees,\n         supplies, and construction information in the first volume.\n         The latter has a note at its end which mentions survey\n         data.","The \n          Otter River Township Record Book dates\n         from 1870-1874. There are references to road building. An\n         entry for June 16, 1871 notes the ordering of \"tickets\" for\n         road tax and township levy. Also included are lists of\n         expenses for board members with lists of expenses for\n         materials bought. One entry notes that \n          B. H. Anthony , overseer of the poor,\n         sends three paupers--one white woman and two black woman--to\n         the poor house. Expenses for the poor house are noted. At 1874\n         and 1875 meetings, \n          Fleming Saunders is mentioned as road\n         overseer in certain districts.","See the \n             \n            University of Virginia Library’s use policy.","University of Virginia. Library. 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Large portions of the\n         correspondence belong to \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam Watts\u003c/persname\u003eand \n         \u003cpersname\u003eFleming Saunders\u003c/persname\u003e. Included with the\n         correspondence is a letterbook, 1873-1880, of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eFrank Prufer\u003c/persname\u003e. The business papers include\n         accounts, bonds, correspondence, and notes and receipts,\n         chiefly pertaining to \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam Watts\u003c/persname\u003eand \n         \u003cpersname\u003eFleming Saunders\u003c/persname\u003e, but also various\n         members of these families. The legal papers include court\n         dockets and memoranda of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam Watts\u003c/persname\u003e, documents, and wills.\n         There are various legal papers of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam Watts\u003c/persname\u003epertaining to \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eVirginia\u003c/geogname\u003ecounties including \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eAmelia County\u003c/geogname\u003e, \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eAmherst County\u003c/geogname\u003e, \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eBuckingham County\u003c/geogname\u003e, \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eCampbell County\u003c/geogname\u003e, \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eCumberland County\u003c/geogname\u003e, \n         \u003cgeogname\u003ePrince Edward County\u003c/geogname\u003e. The miscellaneous\n         material includes advertisements, educational papers,\n         photographs, printed, religious papers, and fragments. The\n         bound volumes include day books, a blacksmith book, a farm\n         journal, memorandum books, and a township record. Folders are\n         arranged alphabetically within each series, with material\n         inside arranged chronologically.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondence\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom the correspondence of the \n         \u003cfamname\u003eDavis Family\u003c/famname\u003e, \n         \u003cfamname\u003eSaunders Family\u003c/famname\u003e, and related families,\n         1800-1856, there is a letter addressed to \"Sully,\" December\n         30, 1800, from \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eLouisa County\u003c/geogname\u003e, which advises the\n         recipient, who had asked for religious instruction, to seek\n         the \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eKingdom of God\u003c/corpname\u003e. A letter dated April 2,\n         1812 from \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJames Rayland\u003c/persname\u003eto his sister mentions that\n         his cousin is strapped for cash, and asks if the recipient can\n         help him. A rather unusual letter, dating July 24, 1836, from \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eMount Pleasant\u003c/geogname\u003e, indicates that \"Mary\n         thinks a little Brandy would be of service to her,\" and\n         requests that some be sent to her. A letter written to Captain\n         Davis on January 9, 1844, mentions that \n         \u003ccorpname\u003ePleasant Milkhill\u003c/corpname\u003eneeds brandy, and asks\n         that it be sent with \n         \u003cpersname\u003eDavid\u003c/persname\u003e(probably a slave) for there is none\n         at \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eBethel\u003c/corpname\u003e. A letter dating November 6, 1856\n         at \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eBleak Hills\u003c/corpname\u003emakes a reference to \"Roanoke\"\n         [Roanoke County, or \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJohn Randolph\u003c/persname\u003e's estate \"Roanoke\"?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom their correspondence dating 1862-1904, there is a\n         letter to \n         \u003cpersname\u003eSam Tyree\u003c/persname\u003e, Esq, July 17, 1870 from [his]\n         student: \n         \u003cpersname\u003e[Sam L. Preston?]\u003c/persname\u003ecomplaining that he can\n         not attend sunday school because of prostration. There is also\n         a letter dated April 8, 1901 from \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eTrinity and Ivy Chapel\u003c/corpname\u003ein \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eBoonsboro, Bedford County\u003c/geogname\u003eto a Mr.\n         Randolph inviting him to preach there every other Sunday.\n         There is also an undated fragment referring to a comet the\n         size of a full moon and a meteor shower which \"will be a sight\n         to see.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAmong the families' undated correspondence, is a letter\n         dated November 17 to \n         \u003cpersname\u003e\"Carter\" [Saunders?]\u003c/persname\u003e, by a female who\n         mentions [her] children's Latin lessons. There is another\n         letter to a Miss Kerr which mentions a recipe for Tongue a la\n         Mode. There is also a letter, dated October 23, [1805?], from\n         a \n         \u003cpersname\u003eSam K. Jenny\u003c/persname\u003e, probably a doctor of\n         medicine, which mentions that \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam Green\u003c/persname\u003eattended a man named\n         Barnhart to \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eBedford\u003c/geogname\u003eso Jenny could prescribe to his\n         case and that he \"forbad the case of ardent spirits.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom the correspondence of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eEva (Smith) Saunders\u003c/persname\u003e, dated 1868-1894,\n         there is a letter, February 24, 1889, from \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eThe Grove\u003c/corpname\u003ewhich mentions that while Eva\n         passed her exams--her brother \n         \u003cpersname\u003eFleming Saunders III\u003c/persname\u003edid not. A letter,\n         August 2, 1892, to \n         \u003cpersname\u003eEva Saunders\u003c/persname\u003efrom \n         \u003cpersname\u003eM. Natalie Manson\u003c/persname\u003e, at \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eWintore\u003c/corpname\u003e, speaks of school and Latin.\n         There is an interesting letter, December 10, 1893, from \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eFlorence, Italy\u003c/geogname\u003eto Eva, mentioning that\n         there is no silver in \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eItaly\u003c/geogname\u003efor the English and French are\n         buying it up, that \"Coppers are such a bother, and so heavy to\n         carry,\" seeing the works of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eDonato\u003c/persname\u003eand \n         \u003cpersname\u003eBrunelleschi\u003c/persname\u003eand the \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eMedici Chapel\u003c/corpname\u003e, and the \n         \u003ccorpname\u003e\"Brothers of Pity\"\u003c/corpname\u003ewho wear black robes\n         and carry a corpse which \"made my blood turn cold.\" There is a\n         letter, January 13, 1894, to Eva, which mentions sending a\n         book to \n         \u003cpersname\u003eMay Begg\u003c/persname\u003e, \"a literary courtship under the\n         auspices of \n         \u003cgeogname\u003ePike's Peak\u003c/geogname\u003e. \" \n         \u003cpersname\u003eFleming Saunders III\u003c/persname\u003eat \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eRandolph-Macon Academy\u003c/corpname\u003ein \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eBedford\u003c/geogname\u003ewrites to Eva on May 15, 1894,\n         saying he tried to get a tennis tournament for field day, and\n         congratulates Eva on her chicken raising and hopes his are\n         doing better.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAmong the \n         \u003cpersname\u003eEva Saunders\u003c/persname\u003eundated correspondence, there\n         is a fragment which notes that Miss Begg sent to its writer a\n         little book called \"The greatest thing in the World.\" A letter\n         dated November 26 to Eva contains drawings of women's blouses\n         and concerns her ordered blouses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom the correspondence of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eFleming Saunders\u003c/persname\u003eand \n         \u003cpersname\u003eMary (Gwathmey) Saunders\u003c/persname\u003e, 1858-1879, a\n         letter dated September 5, 1871, from \n         \u003cpersname\u003ePeter Saunders, Jr.\u003c/persname\u003e, \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eBleak Hill\u003c/corpname\u003e, says that his tobacco crop\n         has suffered. Another letter, April 17, 1874, from \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJeanie Edmond\u003c/persname\u003e, \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eHudson Lodge\u003c/corpname\u003e, makes a reference to the \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eJubilee Singers\u003c/corpname\u003etraveling to raise money\n         for a \"slave college somewhere in the Northern States\"; to\n         acquaintances visiting \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eEngland\u003c/geogname\u003e, mentioning a \"public worship\n         bill\" in \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eParliament\u003c/corpname\u003e, and one acquaintance having\n         an appointment with the Bishop of \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eMelbourne\u003c/geogname\u003e; and to visiting \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eAustralia\u003c/geogname\u003e. In a postcard dated August 21,\n         1879, \n         \u003cpersname\u003eW. A. Alrich\u003c/persname\u003easks \n         \u003cpersname\u003eFleming Saunders\u003c/persname\u003e' opinion as to the next\n         \"services\" in \"regular course,\" and saying that it best not to\n         alter rotation as \"last service was omitted.\" He also mentions\n         that Mrs. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eC[harles] Dabney\u003c/persname\u003ehas a fine little\n         daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn the Fleming and Mary Saunders correspondence, 1880-1892,\n         there is a letter dated March 3, 1880 from M. Caden to\n         Saunders stating that he can not board a minister, but will\n         give the same salary as before. \n         \u003cpersname\u003ePeter Saunders\u003c/persname\u003ewrites from \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eBleak Hill\u003c/corpname\u003eon January 19, 1881 saying that\n         he has no specific desire to be a director on the \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eVirgina Midland [Rail] Road\u003c/corpname\u003e, and does not\n         think he could get the appointment anyway; he is still a\n         director on the \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eFranklin and Pittsylvania Railroad\n         Company\u003c/corpname\u003e, and fears a possible conflict of interest.\n         \u003cpersname\u003eW. A. Alrich\u003c/persname\u003ewrites from \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eEmanuel Rectory\u003c/corpname\u003e, \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eChatham, Virginia\u003c/geogname\u003e, on February 16, 1882,\n         saying he is glad that the \n         \u003cfamname\u003eSaunders\u003c/famname\u003e' keep up the old St. Valentine's\n         Day tradition, by sending so practical a token of affection. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eEllen Boulder\u003c/persname\u003e, a school teacher, writes\n         to \n         \u003cpersname\u003eMary Saunders\u003c/persname\u003efrom \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eDrake's Branch\u003c/geogname\u003eon March 18, 1889,\n         mentioning a five month school term ending on March 1st and a\n         June 23 to July 23 summer session. \n         \u003cpersname\u003e[Peter Saunders]\u003c/persname\u003e, \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eBleak Hill\u003c/corpname\u003e, writes \n         \u003cpersname\u003eFleming Saunders\u003c/persname\u003e, on October 26, 1891\n         mentioning Republican elements in the \"alliance\" [farmers'\n         alliance such as the \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eGrange\u003c/corpname\u003e?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn the Fleming and Mary Saunders correspondence, 1893-1900,\n         \u003cpersname\u003eFleming Saunders III\u003c/persname\u003ewrites to his parents\n         from \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eRandolph-Macon Academy\u003c/corpname\u003ein \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eBedford\u003c/geogname\u003eon March 14, 1893, saying that he\n         is in the Baptist Church in the morning and the Methodist in\n         the afternoon, and tells of boys who spend more time with the\n         girls than studying. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJames F. Plummer\u003c/persname\u003ewrites to Captain\n         Saunders on March 29, 1893, [from a theological seminary?],\n         saying that exams are beginning, and implying that knowledge\n         of Hebrew and Apologetics will be next among those things\n         tested. \n         \u003cpersname\u003ePeter Saunders\u003c/persname\u003ewrites to Fleming from \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eBleak Hill\u003c/corpname\u003e, on March 30, 1894, mentioning\n         the Bland Bill and the fear that its veto would cause discord\n         in the \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eDemocratic Party\u003c/corpname\u003e, and discussing briefly\n         possible effects on the present financial situation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn the Fleming and Mary Saunders correspondence, 1901-1910,\n         there is a letter, July 19, 1901, from \n         \u003cpersname\u003eEdward Watts Saunders\u003c/persname\u003e, while serving in\n         the \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eVirginia House of Delegates\u003c/corpname\u003e. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam W. Old\u003c/persname\u003ewrites to Fleming on\n         February 2, 1903 about a land sale and his agreement to sell\n         the land as a whole parcel to two black men, and suggesting a\n         method of finalizing the transaction. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eE. W. Saunders\u003c/persname\u003ewrites to Fleming on\n         January 21, 1904 mentioning an inquiry about his land near\n         \"Vic. Muse.\" A letter, [March 1904], from \n         \u003cpersname\u003eAlice [Saunders]\u003c/persname\u003eat \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eHollins, Virginia\u003c/geogname\u003e, to her aunt Saunders\n         refers to the Roman poet \n         \u003cpersname\u003eVirgil\u003c/persname\u003e. She writes to her mother on March\n         12, 1904 mentioning that John [ ] had failed in \n         \u003cpersname\u003eCaesar\u003c/persname\u003eand that he had been in the second\n         book of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eVirgil\u003c/persname\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn the undated Fleming and Mary Saunders correspondence, \n         \u003cpersname\u003eD. Saunders\u003c/persname\u003ewrites to his mother from \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eRandolph-Macon Academy\u003c/corpname\u003eon February 10,\n         saying that he is learning German and is plagued by poor\n         spelling, and that the boys dance every night and were\n         previously boxing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn the correspondence of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam Watts\u003c/persname\u003e, 1754-1784, there is a\n         letter dated June 27, 1771 which summons Watts to the \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eGeneral Assembly\u003c/corpname\u003ein \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eWilliamsburg\u003c/geogname\u003e. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eSamuel Dilworth\u003c/persname\u003ewrites on June 2, 1783\n         from \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eBlanford\u003c/corpname\u003ementioning the problem of\n         collecting debts owed to the British. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eThomas Baldwin, Jr.\u003c/persname\u003ewrites on December 22,\n         1784 concerning the purchase of \"the Negro Fellow\" for\n         $18.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn the Watts correspondence, 1785-1789, a letter, December\n         16, 1785, from \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam Roach\u003c/persname\u003einforms Watts that while \n         \u003cpersname\u003ePeter Kern\u003c/persname\u003eis employing Watts in a matter\n         between Kern and Roach, Watts is to plead for Roach in all\n         matters, suggesting a conflict of interest. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eArthur Campbell\u003c/persname\u003e, a candidate for the\n         senate from the Western Distict, writes, on March 24, 1788,\n         asking for Watts' support. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eEdward Graham\u003c/persname\u003eof \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eBedford\u003c/geogname\u003e, writes on December 20, 1792,\n         mentioning that he saw the Watts' son reading \n         \u003cpersname\u003eHorace\u003c/persname\u003eand sending the boy a copy of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eCicero\u003c/persname\u003ewhich would supply \"the means of\n         raising him as high in eminence as you could reasonably wish,\"\n         and adding that the boy will need to learn Greek as he will\n         soon be studying science.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn the Watts correspondence, 1793-1794, \n         \u003cpersname\u003eDuncan Rose\u003c/persname\u003ewrites from \n         \u003cgeogname\u003ePetersburg\u003c/geogname\u003e, on July 8, 1794, stating that\n         \u003ccorpname\u003eBuchanan's Hartie and Company\u003c/corpname\u003ehas been\n         doing business in \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eGreat Britain\u003c/geogname\u003eand is waiting for a\n         successor to Hartie to be appointed before certain books could\n         be examined by Rose. Another letter pertains to relations with\n         \u003cgeogname\u003eFrance\u003c/geogname\u003eand \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eBritain\u003c/geogname\u003eat this time: \n         \u003cpersname\u003eGeorge Hancock\u003c/persname\u003ewrites to Watts in 1794\n         mentioning the rearing of a navy \"to repel the insult to our\n         ploy,\" referring to commerce restriction [on American goods]\n         by a nation which does not have a commerce treaty with the\n         U.S., and referring to Mr. \n         \u003cpersname\u003e[James] Madison\u003c/persname\u003e's arguments whereas he\n         conducted himself in a manner worthy of himself. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eCreed Taylor\u003c/persname\u003ewrites on May 11, 1795,\n         concerning some bonds. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam Vannerson\u003c/persname\u003ewrites, on October 30,\n         1795, from \n         \u003cgeogname\u003ePetersburg\u003c/geogname\u003ementioning a British war sloop\n         in \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eNorfolk, Virginia\u003c/corpname\u003eand the order for\n         carrying American bottoms bound for \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eFrance\u003c/geogname\u003einto British ports with invoice\n         being revoked, revealing that some say that this retaliation\n         has been brought about by Americans invoicing their flour at\n         $27 per barrel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn Watts' correspondence with \n         \u003cpersname\u003eEdward Randolph\u003c/persname\u003e, 1796-1797, Randolph\n         writes from \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eRichmond\u003c/geogname\u003eon February 21 and March 13, 1796\n         on the subject of British creditors. In Watts' correspondence\n         with \n         \u003cpersname\u003eThomas F. Scott\u003c/persname\u003e, 1792-1798, Scott writes\n         on January 4, 1796 and December 18, 1798 on the subject of\n         British debts. In the correspondence of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam Watts\u003c/persname\u003ewith \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJohn Watts\u003c/persname\u003e, 1784-1800, John writes to\n         William in April 1784 from \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eLincoln County, Virginia\u003c/geogname\u003e(now \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eKentucky\u003c/geogname\u003e), concerning apprehension about\n         a possible Indian war in the \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eNorthwest Territories\u003c/corpname\u003e. John says that\n         while the lands in \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eKentucky\u003c/geogname\u003eare good, the inconveniences are\n         many, and that the doomsayers will probably prevent the\n         surveying of lands on the northwest side of the Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBusiness Papers\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are general accounts, 1751-1899, n.d. An account,\n         beginning November 16, 1762, with \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eGeorge Kippen \u0026amp; Co.\u003c/corpname\u003eat their store in \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eGoochland, Virginia\u003c/geogname\u003e, lists \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJohn Gilliam\u003c/persname\u003eas having ordered a dozen\n         flints, 3/4 yard of bearskin, and a dozen pipes. There is a\n         list, April 20, 1763, pertaining to the estate of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eA. Watts\u003c/persname\u003e, on which is listed a\n         £0.2.0 debt to \n         \u003cpersname\u003eMary Petillo\u003c/persname\u003e, the only woman on the list,\n         and a £2.4.9 debt to Sir \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam Skipwith\u003c/persname\u003e. The account of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eThomas East\u003c/persname\u003ewith \n         \u003cpersname\u003eArchelaus Austin\u003c/persname\u003efrom November 15, 1771,\n         consists of beer, wine, grog, and a gallon of corn, with one\n         entry \"to saging one night\" perhaps pertaining to the making\n         of moonshine. An account, beginning January 20, 1775, of N[ ]\n         Vaughn with \n         \u003cpersname\u003eEdward Watts\u003c/persname\u003elists various quantities of\n         rum, molasses, and sugar. There are several accounts,\n         1779-1794, of the estate of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eNathaniel Davis\u003c/persname\u003e, including an entry for\n         1784 for three yards of woollen for a Negro jacket, and May 9,\n         1784 for half of hire of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJacob\u003c/persname\u003e. There is a section, \"Accts\n         Overlooked,\" from 1784, which refers to tobacco being a share\n         and half share for \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJacob\u003c/persname\u003e, and another for dinner at the\n         courthouse when on business. There is an account of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJames Davis\u003c/persname\u003ewith \n         \u003cpersname\u003eDaniel Warwick\u003c/persname\u003e, dating 1799-1803, with\n         references to a variety of items including coffee, sewing\n         materials, dinner ware, alcohol, and accessories. Mrs. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eElizabeth Davis\u003c/persname\u003e' account beginning May\n         31, 1807, has an entries for coffee, condiments, and sewing\n         material. An account, March 26, 1810, of Capt. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJames Davis\u003c/persname\u003ewith \n         \u003cpersname\u003eRowland P. Banks\u003c/persname\u003elists \"163 days tuition\n         at $8 p. ann. $5 cts 1 1/2.\" The account, beginning August 14,\n         1826, of Capt. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJames Davis\u003c/persname\u003ewith \n         \u003cpersname\u003eThomas Pleasants\u003c/persname\u003e, has lists orders for\n         cheese, mackerel, cotton, and whiskey. On October 31, 1832,\n         Judge Saunders, of \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eLynchburg, Virginia\u003c/geogname\u003e, orders castor oil,\n         ointment, and a syringe. Accounts which mention tea are rare\n         but there is an undated fragment of Mr. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJames Davis\u003c/persname\u003ewhich contains an entry for\n         imperial tea. There is an undated \"memorandum of brandy\" taken\n         from Mrs. Eubank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe accounts of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliams Watts\u003c/persname\u003espan 1752-1797. There is\n         also a hotel account with \n         \u003cpersname\u003eCharles Williamson\u003c/persname\u003ewith entries dating\n         1763, 1773, and 1774. There are accounts for the boarding,\n         clothing, and feeding of Negro boys with Mrs. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eBetty Tucker\u003c/persname\u003eand \n         \u003cpersname\u003eBetty Kirkland\u003c/persname\u003e, both beginning September\n         10, 1767, and Capt. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJoseph Tucker\u003c/persname\u003e, 1767-1769. Watts has\n         accounts, 1768, with \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJohn Brittan\u003c/persname\u003efor a waistcoat, shoes,\n         stockings, and a hat. There is a 1769 account for various\n         building supplies. Watts also has an account, beginning April\n         20, 1771, with \n         \u003cpersname\u003eMiller Woodson\u003c/persname\u003ewith an entry of May 16,\n         1772 listing a \n         \u003cpersname\u003ePatrick Henry\u003c/persname\u003e. There is a document which\n         contains information on the estate of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam Randolph\u003c/persname\u003e. There is another\n         lodging account, July 26, 1773 through December 3, 1776, of\n         Watts with \n         \u003cpersname\u003eCharles Williams\u003c/persname\u003e. There is an account\n         beginning March 9, 1778, with \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam Kirkland\u003c/persname\u003ewhich includes listings\n         for tuition and educational books. A January 10, 1780 account\n         with \n         \u003cpersname\u003eFrederick Nance\u003c/persname\u003ementions a violin and a\n         set of strings. There is an account, beginning December 21,\n         1787, with \n         \u003cpersname\u003eRobert Wilson\u003c/persname\u003eordering Hyson Tea, coffee,\n         and a bottle of snuff. From a 1791 account of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eEdward McDonald\u003c/persname\u003ewith \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam Watts\u003c/persname\u003e, there is the note of the\n         hire of a Negro. From a 1792 account of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eCharles Smith\u003c/persname\u003e, there is a note for the\n         finding of a Negro woman and for the inspecting of tobacco.\n         There are two medical bills, one with \n         \u003cpersname\u003eGeorge Martin\u003c/persname\u003e, beginning January 14,\n         1794, and one with Doctor \n         \u003cpersname\u003eGraham\u003c/persname\u003e, beginning November 3, 1795. In\n         October 1797, Watts had an account with \n         \u003cpersname\u003eGeorge Quille\u003c/persname\u003efor the hire of a Negro.\n         There is an undated account of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eW. Walter Spence\u003c/persname\u003ewith Watts for the hire\n         of a Negro for eight months.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory notes and receipts range from 1754-1905, n.d.\n         There are several items concerned with the estate of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJohn Fleming\u003c/persname\u003eand include an entry for\n         February 1764 for a Negro bought for $10. Between \n         \u003cpersname\u003eGeorge Martin\u003c/persname\u003eand Watts there is an\n         agreement, October 3, 1794, mentioning the purchase of red\n         wheat and the hire of a Negro woman. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJames Davis\u003c/persname\u003ehas a note dated 1803 with the\n         Sheriff of \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eAmherst County\u003c/geogname\u003efor tax on four Negroes,\n         four horses, and five tithes. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eElizabeth Davis\u003c/persname\u003ehas a note dated 1816 for\n         tax on three Negroes and one horse. There is a note from\n         December 6, 1827 pertaining to a $5 bond for the hire of a\n         Negro man by \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJames Davis\u003c/persname\u003efrom \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJ. Wright\u003c/persname\u003efor \n         \u003cpersname\u003eLavinia Wright\u003c/persname\u003e. There is a 1840 note from\n         \u003cpersname\u003eCharles Davis\u003c/persname\u003eto the Sheriff of \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eAmherst\u003c/geogname\u003efor tax on six Negroes and six\n         horses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal Papers\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are a number of court memoranda, 1768-1786, n.d.,\n         kept by \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam Watts\u003c/persname\u003ein his capacity as a lawyer.\n         In a November 10, 1771 memo for the \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eBuckingham County\u003c/geogname\u003ecourt, there is an entry\n         for detinue for Negro woman named \n         \u003cpersname\u003eAgge\u003c/persname\u003e. From the memo for the April 1772\n         court at \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eLunenburg County\u003c/geogname\u003e, \n         \u003cpersname\u003eThomas Taylor\u003c/persname\u003eand his wife have a suit\n         against a Hurt for a Negro in \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eAmelia\u003c/geogname\u003e. There is also a list of debts\n         owed to Watts for the year 1794. Dating 1771 through 1782,\n         there are court dockets from \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eAmelia County\u003c/geogname\u003eand \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eLunenburg County\u003c/geogname\u003efrom 1771-1782. A number\n         of the entries have Watts as the litigant. There is a 1773 day\n         book with the signatures of William and \n         \u003cpersname\u003eEdward Watts\u003c/persname\u003e, which includes a record of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam Watts\u003c/persname\u003e' court expenses. There are\n         also legal day books, 1772-1773, of Watts, with entries for \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eBuckingham County\u003c/geogname\u003e, \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eAmelia\u003c/geogname\u003e, \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eCumberland County\u003c/geogname\u003e, and \n         \u003cgeogname\u003ePrince Edward County\u003c/geogname\u003eas well as for \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eWilliamsburg, Virginia\u003c/geogname\u003e. There is another\n         1773 memorandum book of Watts with entries for \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eAmelia County\u003c/geogname\u003e, \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eCumberland County\u003c/geogname\u003e, and \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eBuckingham County\u003c/geogname\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe indentures date 1749-1788, n.d. From January 1, 1763,\n         there is an agreement between \n         \u003cpersname\u003eBenjamin Tambro\u003c/persname\u003eand \n         \u003cpersname\u003eAyres Hodnett\u003c/persname\u003eof \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eBuckingham\u003c/geogname\u003ein regard to the former's son, \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJohn Tambro\u003c/persname\u003e, to be apprentice to the\n         latter for seven years. From March 28, 1774, there is an\n         indenture between Watts and \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam Ford\u003c/persname\u003e. From September 17, 1768,\n         there is an agreement between \n         \u003cpersname\u003eAbraham West\u003c/persname\u003eand \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJohn Blankenship\u003c/persname\u003eof \n         \u003cgeogname\u003ePrince Edward\u003c/geogname\u003e. On November 17, 1772,\n         there is an agreement between \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJohn Lewallen\u003c/persname\u003eof \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eAmelia County\u003c/geogname\u003eand \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eJames and Robert Donalds and Company\u003c/corpname\u003e,\n         Merchants of \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eGlasgow\u003c/geogname\u003e. On September 15, 1778, there is\n         an agreement between \n         \u003cpersname\u003eDavid Wright\u003c/persname\u003eof \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eBotetourt\u003c/geogname\u003eand \n         \u003cpersname\u003eAlexander Paine\u003c/persname\u003eof the same concerning a\n         land dispute in the area where the \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eRoanoke River\u003c/geogname\u003eand \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eTinker Creek\u003c/geogname\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe will, December 25, 1745, of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eThomas Patterson\u003c/persname\u003eof \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eAlbemarle County\u003c/geogname\u003e, names his slaves and\n         divides them among his children and wife, and requests that\n         his land in \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eGoochland County\u003c/geogname\u003ebe known as \n         \u003ccorpname\u003e\"Locust Thicket.\"\u003c/corpname\u003e\u003cpersname\u003eMargery Hinshaw\u003c/persname\u003econtested the will of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eSamuel Hinshaw\u003c/persname\u003edated March 1758 with \n         \u003cpersname\u003e[Cedw] Gibson\u003c/persname\u003eon July 10, 1765. Hinshaw\n         had divided his slaves between his still living wife, his\n         daughter \n         \u003cpersname\u003eElizabeth Hinshaw\u003c/persname\u003e, and the latter's\n         children. This situation involved a slave of Elizabeth. The\n         will of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eThomas Bottom\u003c/persname\u003eof \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eAmelia\u003c/geogname\u003edated May 10, 1760 divides his\n         slaves which are named between his three daughters.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA folder of general legal papers date 1765-1903, n.d. The\n         inventory and appraisal, 1826, of the estate of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJohn Eubank\u003c/persname\u003ementions prices for his\n         Negroes: £300 for a man named \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJacob\u003c/persname\u003e, £200 for a man named \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJoe\u003c/persname\u003e, £10 for a woman named \n         \u003cpersname\u003eHannah\u003c/persname\u003e, £20 for a girl named \n         \u003cpersname\u003eLolly\u003c/persname\u003e, and £0 for a girl named\n         \u003cpersname\u003eCaroline\u003c/persname\u003e. There is also a list of tickets\n         of ommission paid by \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam Watts\u003c/persname\u003e, attorney. Among the legal\n         papers of \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eAmelia County\u003c/geogname\u003e, 1768 through 1789\n         including undated material, a document dated May 15, 1783\n         states that \n         \u003cpersname\u003eSarah Tinker\u003c/persname\u003eon December 6, 1781 gave her\n         son-in-law \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJohn Tucker\u003c/persname\u003ean ailing Negro named \n         \u003cpersname\u003eNed\u003c/persname\u003euntil the latter gets well whereas he\n         will be returned to \n         \u003cpersname\u003eSarah Tucker\u003c/persname\u003e. In an undated document, \n         \u003cpersname\u003eGeorge Vaughn\u003c/persname\u003eyields up title/right of two\n         Negroes--named \n         \u003cpersname\u003eFrank\u003c/persname\u003eand \n         \u003cpersname\u003ePhoebe\u003c/persname\u003e--to son-in-law \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJohn Norris\u003c/persname\u003e--formerly given to grandson \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJohn Norris\u003c/persname\u003eby a deed dated October 2,\n         1796: \"said slaves will forever defend me from my heirs.\" The\n         son-in-law Norris will pay Vaughn or wife £10\n         annually for preformance of the aforesaid act. Among the \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eCampbell County\u003c/geogname\u003epapers, Justice \n         \u003cpersname\u003eAdam Clement\u003c/persname\u003esays that \n         \u003cpersname\u003eCharles Gilbert\u003c/persname\u003eof \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eCampbell\u003c/geogname\u003eon April 29, 1787 makes oath that\n         Negro slave \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJack\u003c/persname\u003e--property of Watts of \n         \u003cgeogname\u003ePrince Edward County\u003c/geogname\u003e--ran away and was\n         found 50 miles thence. Among the legal papers of \n         \u003cgeogname\u003ePrince Edward\u003c/geogname\u003e, \n         \u003cpersname\u003eEdward Watts\u003c/persname\u003esold to \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWilliam Watts\u003c/persname\u003eeight Negro slaves: \n         \u003cpersname\u003eTrue\u003c/persname\u003e, \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJames\u003c/persname\u003e, \n         \u003cpersname\u003eWinnie\u003c/persname\u003e, \n         \u003cpersname\u003ePeter\u003c/persname\u003e, \n         \u003cpersname\u003eSarah\u003c/persname\u003e, \n         \u003cpersname\u003eBetty\u003c/persname\u003e, \n         \u003cpersname\u003eRachel\u003c/persname\u003e, and \n         \u003cpersname\u003eDoc\u003c/persname\u003eon January 14, 1787. There is also a\n         account of Dr. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eM. John King\u003c/persname\u003ewith the sheriff of \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eLunenburg\u003c/geogname\u003ewhich has an entry dating 1769:\n         the former is in account with \n         \u003cpersname\u003e[John] Epps\u003c/persname\u003efor four lbs. of tobacco at\n         £0.5.1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMiscellaneous\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAmong the Advertisements there is an advertisement dated\n         September 20, 1871 from the \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eOmaha, Nebraska Lottery\u003c/corpname\u003efor the building\n         of a public library in the city. A broadside from \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eCox and Sons Church Furniture\u003c/corpname\u003eshows a\n         garish stained-glass window commemorating the late President \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJames Garfield\u003c/persname\u003e. There is an undated\n         letter to Mrs. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eFleming Saunders\u003c/persname\u003easking for a subscription\n         to the \n         \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eGraphic,\u003c/title\u003ea ladies society\n         magazine. There is an undated list of books from \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eGeorge Munro, Publishers\u003c/corpname\u003e. There is also a\n         broadside for \"The World's Christmas Hymn\"--an analogy of\n         English poetry pertaining to \n         \u003cpersname\u003eChrist\u003c/persname\u003e's birth dating from the medieval\n         period.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe church related papers include a letter, March 21, 1904,\n         from \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eVirginia Polytechnic Institute\u003c/corpname\u003eto the \n         \u003cfamname\u003eSaunders\u003c/famname\u003easking for aid for the building of\n         an Episcopal parsonage at the university. The letter\n         enunciates a fear of the danger of Episcopal boys being weaned\n         from their faith by the compulsory attendance at the services\n         of other sects due to the absence of a Episcopal parsonage.\n         There is also an Episcopal \"Church Kalendar,\" 1882-1883,\n         listing holy days with information on the faith, church\n         service, and background of the Anglican/Episcopalian\n         faith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCivil War papers range from 1861 to 1864. During 1862-1864,\n         there are a number of furloughs issued to \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eConfederate\u003c/corpname\u003eenlisted men in \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eVirginia\u003c/geogname\u003e, each with a physical\n         description of the bearer, and addressed \"to all whom it may\n         concern.\" On August 10, 1862, there is a provision return for\n         a company of the \n         \u003ccorpname\u003e13th Regiment of Pennsylvania volunteers\u003c/corpname\u003e.\n         There are also a number of CSA \"special requisitions\", chiefly\n         ordering clothing, shoes, and blankets, most signed by Captain\n         \u003cpersname\u003eFleming Saunders\u003c/persname\u003e, assistant\n         quartermaster, of Company K, Virginia Regiment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe educational papers range from 1848-1903, n.d. There is\n         a page from a 1848 French edition of the fables of La Fontaine\n         from the \"Academie de Norfolk.\" There is an \n         \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e\"Educational Treatise on the Constitution\"\u003c/title\u003e,\n         September 6, 1877, by \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJohn Randolph Tucker\u003c/persname\u003eof \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eVirginia\u003c/geogname\u003e. There is a 1892-1893 brochure\n         for the \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eEdgeworth School\u003c/corpname\u003e, a church-related\n         boarding and day school for females. There is the fall term\n         1895 grade report from \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eVirginia Polytechnic Institute\u003c/corpname\u003e(formerly \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eVirginia Agriculture and Mechanical\n         College\u003c/corpname\u003e) for \n         \u003cpersname\u003eFleming Saunders, III\u003c/persname\u003e. There is a fall\n         term 1902 grade report from \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eHollins College\u003c/corpname\u003efor \n         \u003cpersname\u003eElsie Saunders\u003c/persname\u003e. There is another VPI\n         grade report, from February 1903, for \n         \u003cpersname\u003eCarter Temple Saunders\u003c/persname\u003e. There is a report\n         from \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eSt. Timothy's School\u003c/corpname\u003eof \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eCatonsville, Maryland\u003c/geogname\u003e. Another undated\n         piece is a \"rules for spelling\" sheet from a grammar book.\n         There are also undated fragments of Latin, French, and\n         algebra.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are lectures, essays, and poems, 1794, 1818, 1843,\n         and n.d., including a scrap of a lecture dated September 6,\n         1794 from \n         \u003cpersname\u003eEdward Watts\u003c/persname\u003e; another lecture on motive\n         dated September 16, 1794; and, a series of oral essays from\n         1843.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMiscellaneous material, 1887-1892, includes a note of the\n         marriage of Capt. \n         \u003cpersname\u003eFleming Saunders\u003c/persname\u003eto \n         \u003cpersname\u003eMary Gwathmey\u003c/persname\u003eon July 30.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe obituaries include a reprint of the 1858 obituary of \n         \u003cpersname\u003eFleming Saunders, Sr\u003c/persname\u003e, a reprint of the\n         1867 obituary of Fleming, Sr.'s wife-- \n         \u003cpersname\u003eAlice Fleming\u003c/persname\u003e--and the 1904 obituary of \n         \u003cpersname\u003ePeter Saunders\u003c/persname\u003e. The obituaries of\n         Fleming, Sr. and Alice are panegyrics. The first two were\n         transcribed by \n         \u003cpersname\u003eJohn Blair Dabney\u003c/persname\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe photographs include an unidentified photograph of a\n         young member of the \n         \u003cfamname\u003eSaunders family\u003c/famname\u003eand undated photo cards of\n         liturgical furniture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound Volumes\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe Day Books include a day book from \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eMaple Creek Mills\u003c/corpname\u003edating from 1842. There\n         is a 1867 day book with one page filled, made of a cut\n         agricultural crop ledger. There is also in the book a pasted\n         in notice from the Adjuctant Inspector's Office in \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eRichmond\u003c/geogname\u003e, July 29, 1863. Dating January\n         18, 1872 is a subscription book for the \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eLee Monumental Association\u003c/corpname\u003e. Also present\n         is a $1 donation from \n         \u003cpersname\u003eAlex Berkeley\u003c/persname\u003eof \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eYellow Branch, Virginia\u003c/geogname\u003e. There are also\n         farm journals dating 1855 through 1860.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA card game, 1846, called \"The Game of Kings made Easy\"\n         which is based on the kings of \n         \u003cgeogname\u003eEngland\u003c/geogname\u003ewho reigned down to its date, is\n         also present. The card for Henry V is missing. Many of the\n         cards contain information of the kings of an antiquarian\n         nature.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe Memorandum books, 1873-1874 and 1881-1894, owned by \n         \u003cpersname\u003eFleming Saunders\u003c/persname\u003e, includes employees,\n         supplies, and construction information in the first volume.\n         The latter has a note at its end which mentions survey\n         data.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe \n         \u003ccorpname\u003eOtter River Township\u003c/corpname\u003eRecord Book dates\n         from 1870-1874. There are references to road building. An\n         entry for June 16, 1871 notes the ordering of \"tickets\" for\n         road tax and township levy. Also included are lists of\n         expenses for board members with lists of expenses for\n         materials bought. One entry notes that \n         \u003cpersname\u003eB. H. Anthony\u003c/persname\u003e, overseer of the poor,\n         sends three paupers--one white woman and two black woman--to\n         the poor house. Expenses for the poor house are noted. At 1874\n         and 1875 meetings, \n         \u003cpersname\u003eFleming Saunders\u003c/persname\u003eis mentioned as road\n         overseer in certain districts.\u003c/p\u003e"],"scopecontent_heading_ssm":["Scope and Content"],"scopecontent_tesim":["This collection, 1745-1910, n.d., of ca. 2100 items,\n         consists of correspondence, business and legal papers,\n         miscellaneous, and bound volumes, pertaining to the \n          Davis Family , \n          Saunders Family , and \n          Watts Family . Large portions of the\n         correspondence belong to \n          William Watts and \n          Fleming Saunders . Included with the\n         correspondence is a letterbook, 1873-1880, of \n          Frank Prufer . The business papers include\n         accounts, bonds, correspondence, and notes and receipts,\n         chiefly pertaining to \n          William Watts and \n          Fleming Saunders , but also various\n         members of these families. The legal papers include court\n         dockets and memoranda of \n          William Watts , documents, and wills.\n         There are various legal papers of \n          William Watts pertaining to \n          Virginia counties including \n          Amelia County , \n          Amherst County , \n          Buckingham County , \n          Campbell County , \n          Cumberland County , \n          Prince Edward County . The miscellaneous\n         material includes advertisements, educational papers,\n         photographs, printed, religious papers, and fragments. The\n         bound volumes include day books, a blacksmith book, a farm\n         journal, memorandum books, and a township record. Folders are\n         arranged alphabetically within each series, with material\n         inside arranged chronologically.","Correspondence","From the correspondence of the \n          Davis Family , \n          Saunders Family , and related families,\n         1800-1856, there is a letter addressed to \"Sully,\" December\n         30, 1800, from \n          Louisa County , which advises the\n         recipient, who had asked for religious instruction, to seek\n         the \n          Kingdom of God . A letter dated April 2,\n         1812 from \n          James Rayland to his sister mentions that\n         his cousin is strapped for cash, and asks if the recipient can\n         help him. A rather unusual letter, dating July 24, 1836, from \n          Mount Pleasant , indicates that \"Mary\n         thinks a little Brandy would be of service to her,\" and\n         requests that some be sent to her. A letter written to Captain\n         Davis on January 9, 1844, mentions that \n          Pleasant Milkhill needs brandy, and asks\n         that it be sent with \n          David (probably a slave) for there is none\n         at \n          Bethel . A letter dating November 6, 1856\n         at \n          Bleak Hills makes a reference to \"Roanoke\"\n         [Roanoke County, or \n          John Randolph 's estate \"Roanoke\"?].","From their correspondence dating 1862-1904, there is a\n         letter to \n          Sam Tyree , Esq, July 17, 1870 from [his]\n         student: \n          [Sam L. Preston?] complaining that he can\n         not attend sunday school because of prostration. There is also\n         a letter dated April 8, 1901 from \n          Trinity and Ivy Chapel in \n          Boonsboro, Bedford County to a Mr.\n         Randolph inviting him to preach there every other Sunday.\n         There is also an undated fragment referring to a comet the\n         size of a full moon and a meteor shower which \"will be a sight\n         to see.\"","Among the families' undated correspondence, is a letter\n         dated November 17 to \n          \"Carter\" [Saunders?] , by a female who\n         mentions [her] children's Latin lessons. There is another\n         letter to a Miss Kerr which mentions a recipe for Tongue a la\n         Mode. There is also a letter, dated October 23, [1805?], from\n         a \n          Sam K. Jenny , probably a doctor of\n         medicine, which mentions that \n          William Green attended a man named\n         Barnhart to \n          Bedford so Jenny could prescribe to his\n         case and that he \"forbad the case of ardent spirits.\"","From the correspondence of \n          Eva (Smith) Saunders , dated 1868-1894,\n         there is a letter, February 24, 1889, from \n          The Grove which mentions that while Eva\n         passed her exams--her brother \n          Fleming Saunders III did not. A letter,\n         August 2, 1892, to \n          Eva Saunders from \n          M. Natalie Manson , at \n          Wintore , speaks of school and Latin.\n         There is an interesting letter, December 10, 1893, from \n          Florence, Italy to Eva, mentioning that\n         there is no silver in \n          Italy for the English and French are\n         buying it up, that \"Coppers are such a bother, and so heavy to\n         carry,\" seeing the works of \n          Donato and \n          Brunelleschi and the \n          Medici Chapel , and the \n          \"Brothers of Pity\" who wear black robes\n         and carry a corpse which \"made my blood turn cold.\" There is a\n         letter, January 13, 1894, to Eva, which mentions sending a\n         book to \n          May Begg , \"a literary courtship under the\n         auspices of \n          Pike's Peak . \" \n          Fleming Saunders III at \n          Randolph-Macon Academy in \n          Bedford writes to Eva on May 15, 1894,\n         saying he tried to get a tennis tournament for field day, and\n         congratulates Eva on her chicken raising and hopes his are\n         doing better.","Among the \n          Eva Saunders undated correspondence, there\n         is a fragment which notes that Miss Begg sent to its writer a\n         little book called \"The greatest thing in the World.\" A letter\n         dated November 26 to Eva contains drawings of women's blouses\n         and concerns her ordered blouses.","From the correspondence of \n          Fleming Saunders and \n          Mary (Gwathmey) Saunders , 1858-1879, a\n         letter dated September 5, 1871, from \n          Peter Saunders, Jr. , \n          Bleak Hill , says that his tobacco crop\n         has suffered. Another letter, April 17, 1874, from \n          Jeanie Edmond , \n          Hudson Lodge , makes a reference to the \n          Jubilee Singers traveling to raise money\n         for a \"slave college somewhere in the Northern States\"; to\n         acquaintances visiting \n          England , mentioning a \"public worship\n         bill\" in \n          Parliament , and one acquaintance having\n         an appointment with the Bishop of \n          Melbourne ; and to visiting \n          Australia . In a postcard dated August 21,\n         1879, \n          W. A. Alrich asks \n          Fleming Saunders ' opinion as to the next\n         \"services\" in \"regular course,\" and saying that it best not to\n         alter rotation as \"last service was omitted.\" He also mentions\n         that Mrs. \n          C[harles] Dabney has a fine little\n         daughter.","In the Fleming and Mary Saunders correspondence, 1880-1892,\n         there is a letter dated March 3, 1880 from M. Caden to\n         Saunders stating that he can not board a minister, but will\n         give the same salary as before. \n          Peter Saunders writes from \n          Bleak Hill on January 19, 1881 saying that\n         he has no specific desire to be a director on the \n          Virgina Midland [Rail] Road , and does not\n         think he could get the appointment anyway; he is still a\n         director on the \n          Franklin and Pittsylvania Railroad\n         Company , and fears a possible conflict of interest.\n          W. A. Alrich writes from \n          Emanuel Rectory , \n          Chatham, Virginia , on February 16, 1882,\n         saying he is glad that the \n          Saunders ' keep up the old St. Valentine's\n         Day tradition, by sending so practical a token of affection. \n          Ellen Boulder , a school teacher, writes\n         to \n          Mary Saunders from \n          Drake's Branch on March 18, 1889,\n         mentioning a five month school term ending on March 1st and a\n         June 23 to July 23 summer session. \n          [Peter Saunders] , \n          Bleak Hill , writes \n          Fleming Saunders , on October 26, 1891\n         mentioning Republican elements in the \"alliance\" [farmers'\n         alliance such as the \n          Grange ?].","In the Fleming and Mary Saunders correspondence, 1893-1900,\n          Fleming Saunders III writes to his parents\n         from \n          Randolph-Macon Academy in \n          Bedford on March 14, 1893, saying that he\n         is in the Baptist Church in the morning and the Methodist in\n         the afternoon, and tells of boys who spend more time with the\n         girls than studying. \n          James F. Plummer writes to Captain\n         Saunders on March 29, 1893, [from a theological seminary?],\n         saying that exams are beginning, and implying that knowledge\n         of Hebrew and Apologetics will be next among those things\n         tested. \n          Peter Saunders writes to Fleming from \n          Bleak Hill , on March 30, 1894, mentioning\n         the Bland Bill and the fear that its veto would cause discord\n         in the \n          Democratic Party , and discussing briefly\n         possible effects on the present financial situation.","In the Fleming and Mary Saunders correspondence, 1901-1910,\n         there is a letter, July 19, 1901, from \n          Edward Watts Saunders , while serving in\n         the \n          Virginia House of Delegates . \n          William W. Old writes to Fleming on\n         February 2, 1903 about a land sale and his agreement to sell\n         the land as a whole parcel to two black men, and suggesting a\n         method of finalizing the transaction. \n          E. W. Saunders writes to Fleming on\n         January 21, 1904 mentioning an inquiry about his land near\n         \"Vic. Muse.\" A letter, [March 1904], from \n          Alice [Saunders] at \n          Hollins, Virginia , to her aunt Saunders\n         refers to the Roman poet \n          Virgil . She writes to her mother on March\n         12, 1904 mentioning that John [ ] had failed in \n          Caesar and that he had been in the second\n         book of \n          Virgil .","In the undated Fleming and Mary Saunders correspondence, \n          D. Saunders writes to his mother from \n          Randolph-Macon Academy on February 10,\n         saying that he is learning German and is plagued by poor\n         spelling, and that the boys dance every night and were\n         previously boxing.","In the correspondence of \n          William Watts , 1754-1784, there is a\n         letter dated June 27, 1771 which summons Watts to the \n          General Assembly in \n          Williamsburg . \n          Samuel Dilworth writes on June 2, 1783\n         from \n          Blanford mentioning the problem of\n         collecting debts owed to the British. \n          Thomas Baldwin, Jr. writes on December 22,\n         1784 concerning the purchase of \"the Negro Fellow\" for\n         $18.","In the Watts correspondence, 1785-1789, a letter, December\n         16, 1785, from \n          William Roach informs Watts that while \n          Peter Kern is employing Watts in a matter\n         between Kern and Roach, Watts is to plead for Roach in all\n         matters, suggesting a conflict of interest. \n          Arthur Campbell , a candidate for the\n         senate from the Western Distict, writes, on March 24, 1788,\n         asking for Watts' support. \n          Edward Graham of \n          Bedford , writes on December 20, 1792,\n         mentioning that he saw the Watts' son reading \n          Horace and sending the boy a copy of \n          Cicero which would supply \"the means of\n         raising him as high in eminence as you could reasonably wish,\"\n         and adding that the boy will need to learn Greek as he will\n         soon be studying science.","In the Watts correspondence, 1793-1794, \n          Duncan Rose writes from \n          Petersburg , on July 8, 1794, stating that\n          Buchanan's Hartie and Company has been\n         doing business in \n          Great Britain and is waiting for a\n         successor to Hartie to be appointed before certain books could\n         be examined by Rose. Another letter pertains to relations with\n          France and \n          Britain at this time: \n          George Hancock writes to Watts in 1794\n         mentioning the rearing of a navy \"to repel the insult to our\n         ploy,\" referring to commerce restriction [on American goods]\n         by a nation which does not have a commerce treaty with the\n         U.S., and referring to Mr. \n          [James] Madison 's arguments whereas he\n         conducted himself in a manner worthy of himself. \n          Creed Taylor writes on May 11, 1795,\n         concerning some bonds. \n          William Vannerson writes, on October 30,\n         1795, from \n          Petersburg mentioning a British war sloop\n         in \n          Norfolk, Virginia and the order for\n         carrying American bottoms bound for \n          France into British ports with invoice\n         being revoked, revealing that some say that this retaliation\n         has been brought about by Americans invoicing their flour at\n         $27 per barrel.","In Watts' correspondence with \n          Edward Randolph , 1796-1797, Randolph\n         writes from \n          Richmond on February 21 and March 13, 1796\n         on the subject of British creditors. In Watts' correspondence\n         with \n          Thomas F. Scott , 1792-1798, Scott writes\n         on January 4, 1796 and December 18, 1798 on the subject of\n         British debts. In the correspondence of \n          William Watts with \n          John Watts , 1784-1800, John writes to\n         William in April 1784 from \n          Lincoln County, Virginia (now \n          Kentucky ), concerning apprehension about\n         a possible Indian war in the \n          Northwest Territories . John says that\n         while the lands in \n          Kentucky are good, the inconveniences are\n         many, and that the doomsayers will probably prevent the\n         surveying of lands on the northwest side of the Ohio.","Business Papers","There are general accounts, 1751-1899, n.d. An account,\n         beginning November 16, 1762, with \n          George Kippen \u0026 Co. at their store in \n          Goochland, Virginia , lists \n          John Gilliam as having ordered a dozen\n         flints, 3/4 yard of bearskin, and a dozen pipes. There is a\n         list, April 20, 1763, pertaining to the estate of \n          A. Watts , on which is listed a\n         £0.2.0 debt to \n          Mary Petillo , the only woman on the list,\n         and a £2.4.9 debt to Sir \n          William Skipwith . The account of \n          Thomas East with \n          Archelaus Austin from November 15, 1771,\n         consists of beer, wine, grog, and a gallon of corn, with one\n         entry \"to saging one night\" perhaps pertaining to the making\n         of moonshine. An account, beginning January 20, 1775, of N[ ]\n         Vaughn with \n          Edward Watts lists various quantities of\n         rum, molasses, and sugar. There are several accounts,\n         1779-1794, of the estate of \n          Nathaniel Davis , including an entry for\n         1784 for three yards of woollen for a Negro jacket, and May 9,\n         1784 for half of hire of \n          Jacob . There is a section, \"Accts\n         Overlooked,\" from 1784, which refers to tobacco being a share\n         and half share for \n          Jacob , and another for dinner at the\n         courthouse when on business. There is an account of \n          James Davis with \n          Daniel Warwick , dating 1799-1803, with\n         references to a variety of items including coffee, sewing\n         materials, dinner ware, alcohol, and accessories. Mrs. \n          Elizabeth Davis ' account beginning May\n         31, 1807, has an entries for coffee, condiments, and sewing\n         material. An account, March 26, 1810, of Capt. \n          James Davis with \n          Rowland P. Banks lists \"163 days tuition\n         at $8 p. ann. $5 cts 1 1/2.\" The account, beginning August 14,\n         1826, of Capt. \n          James Davis with \n          Thomas Pleasants , has lists orders for\n         cheese, mackerel, cotton, and whiskey. On October 31, 1832,\n         Judge Saunders, of \n          Lynchburg, Virginia , orders castor oil,\n         ointment, and a syringe. Accounts which mention tea are rare\n         but there is an undated fragment of Mr. \n          James Davis which contains an entry for\n         imperial tea. There is an undated \"memorandum of brandy\" taken\n         from Mrs. Eubank.","The accounts of \n          Williams Watts span 1752-1797. There is\n         also a hotel account with \n          Charles Williamson with entries dating\n         1763, 1773, and 1774. There are accounts for the boarding,\n         clothing, and feeding of Negro boys with Mrs. \n          Betty Tucker and \n          Betty Kirkland , both beginning September\n         10, 1767, and Capt. \n          Joseph Tucker , 1767-1769. Watts has\n         accounts, 1768, with \n          John Brittan for a waistcoat, shoes,\n         stockings, and a hat. There is a 1769 account for various\n         building supplies. Watts also has an account, beginning April\n         20, 1771, with \n          Miller Woodson with an entry of May 16,\n         1772 listing a \n          Patrick Henry . There is a document which\n         contains information on the estate of \n          William Randolph . There is another\n         lodging account, July 26, 1773 through December 3, 1776, of\n         Watts with \n          Charles Williams . There is an account\n         beginning March 9, 1778, with \n          William Kirkland which includes listings\n         for tuition and educational books. A January 10, 1780 account\n         with \n          Frederick Nance mentions a violin and a\n         set of strings. There is an account, beginning December 21,\n         1787, with \n          Robert Wilson ordering Hyson Tea, coffee,\n         and a bottle of snuff. From a 1791 account of \n          Edward McDonald with \n          William Watts , there is the note of the\n         hire of a Negro. From a 1792 account of \n          Charles Smith , there is a note for the\n         finding of a Negro woman and for the inspecting of tobacco.\n         There are two medical bills, one with \n          George Martin , beginning January 14,\n         1794, and one with Doctor \n          Graham , beginning November 3, 1795. In\n         October 1797, Watts had an account with \n          George Quille for the hire of a Negro.\n         There is an undated account of \n          W. Walter Spence with Watts for the hire\n         of a Negro for eight months.","Promissory notes and receipts range from 1754-1905, n.d.\n         There are several items concerned with the estate of \n          John Fleming and include an entry for\n         February 1764 for a Negro bought for $10. Between \n          George Martin and Watts there is an\n         agreement, October 3, 1794, mentioning the purchase of red\n         wheat and the hire of a Negro woman. \n          James Davis has a note dated 1803 with the\n         Sheriff of \n          Amherst County for tax on four Negroes,\n         four horses, and five tithes. \n          Elizabeth Davis has a note dated 1816 for\n         tax on three Negroes and one horse. There is a note from\n         December 6, 1827 pertaining to a $5 bond for the hire of a\n         Negro man by \n          James Davis from \n          J. Wright for \n          Lavinia Wright . There is a 1840 note from\n          Charles Davis to the Sheriff of \n          Amherst for tax on six Negroes and six\n         horses.","Legal Papers","There are a number of court memoranda, 1768-1786, n.d.,\n         kept by \n          William Watts in his capacity as a lawyer.\n         In a November 10, 1771 memo for the \n          Buckingham County court, there is an entry\n         for detinue for Negro woman named \n          Agge . From the memo for the April 1772\n         court at \n          Lunenburg County , \n          Thomas Taylor and his wife have a suit\n         against a Hurt for a Negro in \n          Amelia . There is also a list of debts\n         owed to Watts for the year 1794. Dating 1771 through 1782,\n         there are court dockets from \n          Amelia County and \n          Lunenburg County from 1771-1782. A number\n         of the entries have Watts as the litigant. There is a 1773 day\n         book with the signatures of William and \n          Edward Watts , which includes a record of \n          William Watts ' court expenses. There are\n         also legal day books, 1772-1773, of Watts, with entries for \n          Buckingham County , \n          Amelia , \n          Cumberland County , and \n          Prince Edward County as well as for \n          Williamsburg, Virginia . There is another\n         1773 memorandum book of Watts with entries for \n          Amelia County , \n          Cumberland County , and \n          Buckingham County .","The indentures date 1749-1788, n.d. From January 1, 1763,\n         there is an agreement between \n          Benjamin Tambro and \n          Ayres Hodnett of \n          Buckingham in regard to the former's son, \n          John Tambro , to be apprentice to the\n         latter for seven years. From March 28, 1774, there is an\n         indenture between Watts and \n          William Ford . From September 17, 1768,\n         there is an agreement between \n          Abraham West and \n          John Blankenship of \n          Prince Edward . On November 17, 1772,\n         there is an agreement between \n          John Lewallen of \n          Amelia County and \n          James and Robert Donalds and Company ,\n         Merchants of \n          Glasgow . On September 15, 1778, there is\n         an agreement between \n          David Wright of \n          Botetourt and \n          Alexander Paine of the same concerning a\n         land dispute in the area where the \n          Roanoke River and \n          Tinker Creek .","The will, December 25, 1745, of \n          Thomas Patterson of \n          Albemarle County , names his slaves and\n         divides them among his children and wife, and requests that\n         his land in \n          Goochland County be known as \n          \"Locust Thicket.\" Margery Hinshaw contested the will of \n          Samuel Hinshaw dated March 1758 with \n          [Cedw] Gibson on July 10, 1765. Hinshaw\n         had divided his slaves between his still living wife, his\n         daughter \n          Elizabeth Hinshaw , and the latter's\n         children. This situation involved a slave of Elizabeth. The\n         will of \n          Thomas Bottom of \n          Amelia dated May 10, 1760 divides his\n         slaves which are named between his three daughters.","A folder of general legal papers date 1765-1903, n.d. The\n         inventory and appraisal, 1826, of the estate of \n          John Eubank mentions prices for his\n         Negroes: £300 for a man named \n          Jacob , £200 for a man named \n          Joe , £10 for a woman named \n          Hannah , £20 for a girl named \n          Lolly , and £0 for a girl named\n          Caroline . There is also a list of tickets\n         of ommission paid by \n          William Watts , attorney. Among the legal\n         papers of \n          Amelia County , 1768 through 1789\n         including undated material, a document dated May 15, 1783\n         states that \n          Sarah Tinker on December 6, 1781 gave her\n         son-in-law \n          John Tucker an ailing Negro named \n          Ned until the latter gets well whereas he\n         will be returned to \n          Sarah Tucker . In an undated document, \n          George Vaughn yields up title/right of two\n         Negroes--named \n          Frank and \n          Phoebe --to son-in-law \n          John Norris --formerly given to grandson \n          John Norris by a deed dated October 2,\n         1796: \"said slaves will forever defend me from my heirs.\" The\n         son-in-law Norris will pay Vaughn or wife £10\n         annually for preformance of the aforesaid act. Among the \n          Campbell County papers, Justice \n          Adam Clement says that \n          Charles Gilbert of \n          Campbell on April 29, 1787 makes oath that\n         Negro slave \n          Jack --property of Watts of \n          Prince Edward County --ran away and was\n         found 50 miles thence. Among the legal papers of \n          Prince Edward , \n          Edward Watts sold to \n          William Watts eight Negro slaves: \n          True , \n          James , \n          Winnie , \n          Peter , \n          Sarah , \n          Betty , \n          Rachel , and \n          Doc on January 14, 1787. There is also a\n         account of Dr. \n          M. John King with the sheriff of \n          Lunenburg which has an entry dating 1769:\n         the former is in account with \n          [John] Epps for four lbs. of tobacco at\n         £0.5.1.","Miscellaneous","Among the Advertisements there is an advertisement dated\n         September 20, 1871 from the \n          Omaha, Nebraska Lottery for the building\n         of a public library in the city. A broadside from \n          Cox and Sons Church Furniture shows a\n         garish stained-glass window commemorating the late President \n          James Garfield . There is an undated\n         letter to Mrs. \n          Fleming Saunders asking for a subscription\n         to the \n          Graphic, a ladies society\n         magazine. There is an undated list of books from \n          George Munro, Publishers . There is also a\n         broadside for \"The World's Christmas Hymn\"--an analogy of\n         English poetry pertaining to \n          Christ 's birth dating from the medieval\n         period.","The church related papers include a letter, March 21, 1904,\n         from \n          Virginia Polytechnic Institute to the \n          Saunders asking for aid for the building of\n         an Episcopal parsonage at the university. The letter\n         enunciates a fear of the danger of Episcopal boys being weaned\n         from their faith by the compulsory attendance at the services\n         of other sects due to the absence of a Episcopal parsonage.\n         There is also an Episcopal \"Church Kalendar,\" 1882-1883,\n         listing holy days with information on the faith, church\n         service, and background of the Anglican/Episcopalian\n         faith.","Civil War papers range from 1861 to 1864. During 1862-1864,\n         there are a number of furloughs issued to \n          Confederate enlisted men in \n          Virginia , each with a physical\n         description of the bearer, and addressed \"to all whom it may\n         concern.\" On August 10, 1862, there is a provision return for\n         a company of the \n          13th Regiment of Pennsylvania volunteers .\n         There are also a number of CSA \"special requisitions\", chiefly\n         ordering clothing, shoes, and blankets, most signed by Captain\n          Fleming Saunders , assistant\n         quartermaster, of Company K, Virginia Regiment.","The educational papers range from 1848-1903, n.d. There is\n         a page from a 1848 French edition of the fables of La Fontaine\n         from the \"Academie de Norfolk.\" There is an \n          \"Educational Treatise on the Constitution\" ,\n         September 6, 1877, by \n          John Randolph Tucker of \n          Virginia . There is a 1892-1893 brochure\n         for the \n          Edgeworth School , a church-related\n         boarding and day school for females. There is the fall term\n         1895 grade report from \n          Virginia Polytechnic Institute (formerly \n          Virginia Agriculture and Mechanical\n         College ) for \n          Fleming Saunders, III . There is a fall\n         term 1902 grade report from \n          Hollins College for \n          Elsie Saunders . There is another VPI\n         grade report, from February 1903, for \n          Carter Temple Saunders . There is a report\n         from \n          St. Timothy's School of \n          Catonsville, Maryland . Another undated\n         piece is a \"rules for spelling\" sheet from a grammar book.\n         There are also undated fragments of Latin, French, and\n         algebra.","There are lectures, essays, and poems, 1794, 1818, 1843,\n         and n.d., including a scrap of a lecture dated September 6,\n         1794 from \n          Edward Watts ; another lecture on motive\n         dated September 16, 1794; and, a series of oral essays from\n         1843.","Miscellaneous material, 1887-1892, includes a note of the\n         marriage of Capt. \n          Fleming Saunders to \n          Mary Gwathmey on July 30.","The obituaries include a reprint of the 1858 obituary of \n          Fleming Saunders, Sr , a reprint of the\n         1867 obituary of Fleming, Sr.'s wife-- \n          Alice Fleming --and the 1904 obituary of \n          Peter Saunders . The obituaries of\n         Fleming, Sr. and Alice are panegyrics. The first two were\n         transcribed by \n          John Blair Dabney .","The photographs include an unidentified photograph of a\n         young member of the \n          Saunders family and undated photo cards of\n         liturgical furniture.","Bound Volumes","The Day Books include a day book from \n          Maple Creek Mills dating from 1842. There\n         is a 1867 day book with one page filled, made of a cut\n         agricultural crop ledger. There is also in the book a pasted\n         in notice from the Adjuctant Inspector's Office in \n          Richmond , July 29, 1863. Dating January\n         18, 1872 is a subscription book for the \n          Lee Monumental Association . Also present\n         is a $1 donation from \n          Alex Berkeley of \n          Yellow Branch, Virginia . There are also\n         farm journals dating 1855 through 1860.","A card game, 1846, called \"The Game of Kings made Easy\"\n         which is based on the kings of \n          England who reigned down to its date, is\n         also present. The card for Henry V is missing. Many of the\n         cards contain information of the kings of an antiquarian\n         nature.","The Memorandum books, 1873-1874 and 1881-1894, owned by \n          Fleming Saunders , includes employees,\n         supplies, and construction information in the first volume.\n         The latter has a note at its end which mentions survey\n         data.","The \n          Otter River Township Record Book dates\n         from 1870-1874. There are references to road building. An\n         entry for June 16, 1871 notes the ordering of \"tickets\" for\n         road tax and township levy. Also included are lists of\n         expenses for board members with lists of expenses for\n         materials bought. One entry notes that \n          B. H. Anthony , overseer of the poor,\n         sends three paupers--one white woman and two black woman--to\n         the poor house. Expenses for the poor house are noted. At 1874\n         and 1875 meetings, \n          Fleming Saunders is mentioned as road\n         overseer in certain districts."],"userestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eSee the \n            \u003cextref type=\"simple\" href=\"https://www.library.virginia.edu/policies/use-of-materials\"\u003e\n            University of Virginia Library’s use policy.\u003c/extref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e"],"userestrict_heading_ssm":["Use Restrictions"],"userestrict_tesim":["See the \n             \n            University of Virginia Library’s use policy."],"names_ssim":["University of Virginia. Library. 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Folders 258-260, 273, 277, 280-283 of the College Papers Collection (UA 14) were transferred to this collection on 3/12/2012.","The records of the Office of the Bursar are some of the earliest and most comprehensive records of the College of William and Mary from the 18th century surviving to the present day.  Of particular note are various references to individuals enslaved by the College as well as to the Brafferton Indian School.  The collection includes Bursar's reports, financial statements, statements of rents due to the College, accounts with individuals, lists of tenants, receipts and expenditures, revenues from the exportation of tobacco, duties on skins and furs, bills of lading, as well as indentures of people to the College.  The account books reference student accounts, including that of Thomas Jefferson."," The bills of lading include the name of the ship, the destination (i.e., London, Philadelphia) and sometimes the name of the ship's captain."," Several documents reference payment for servants' [enslaved individuals] clothes, board, and other general expenses and sometimes include names, such as Lemon, Pompey, and Oliver.","Scope and Contents\nFour volumes of bursar's accounts covering the years 1745-1770 (Box 1), 1743-1770 (Box 2), 1770-1776 (Box 3), and 1850-1875 (Box 4). The accounts document William and Mary students, faculty, and staff in the 18th-19th centuries. Of particular note are accounts related to the Brafferton Indian School and to people enslaved at the College. The account of Thomas Jefferson is in the 1745-1770 volume. These books have all been microfilmed and are on a reel with Acc. 1985.073. A digital version is also available. Researchers must use the microfilm or digital version.","Scope and Contents\nOf particular note are multiple references to slavery, including enslaved people held by the College of William \u0026 Mary. Other references of note are: Nottoway plantation, tobacco, wheat, the Brafferton Indian School, as well as a letter to Dr. Swem regarding the collection.","Scope and Contents\nOf particular note are multiple references to slavery, including enslaved people held by the College of William \u0026 Mary.  Also, accounts with individuals for the rebuilding of the President's House, 1782-1786, with a few accounts verified by B.S. Ewell and Robert Saunders, 1855 and 1847.  Payment by Robert Page for several surveyors, which he received from St. George Tucker, 1801. Private tuition for Daniel McNaughton, 1794.","Scope and Contents\nOf particular note are references to Nottoway Plantation and tobacco revenue.","Scope and Contents\nRecords often include ship name, destination, captain's name, and cargo information.","Includes 1730 account from Samuel Young for John Brown's tobacco payments from 1728-1730.","Scope and Contents\nDocuments often include lists of animals killed, captain's name, and destination.","Scope and Contents\nDocuments often include captain's name, destination, and name of the vessel.","Scope and Contents\nDocuments often contain the vessel's name, captain's name, and the destination.","Scope and Contents\nIndentures between Champion Travis and the College, 1800 Sept. 1, Sept. 8; Indenture between Thomas Spencer and the College, 1802 May 1; Indenture between Wilson Cary Nicholas and the College, 1811","Scope and Contents\nEstimate of Income/Expenditures mentions purchase of servant's clothes; Cash Accounts lists payment for servant's clothes, payment of Lemon's coffin, payment for servant's board, and mentions two other men who were likely enslaved: Pompey and Oliver.","Scope and Contents\nOf note is reference to the College hiring out an enslaved person to the \"Lunatic Asylum.\"","Scope and Contents\nReferences to enslaved people.","Includes January 29, 1879 letter from Mann \u0026 Stringfellow (Attorneys) about a lawsuit between William \u0026 Mary and John Wingfield about land in Sussex and Prince George County.","Scope and Contents\nSee also Box 7 for oversize items","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","College of William and Mary. 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Folders 258-260, 273, 277, 280-283 of the College Papers Collection (UA 14) were transferred to this collection on 3/12/2012."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThe records of the Office of the Bursar are some of the earliest and most comprehensive records of the College of William and Mary from the 18th century surviving to the present day.  Of particular note are various references to individuals enslaved by the College as well as to the Brafferton Indian School.  The collection includes Bursar's reports, financial statements, statements of rents due to the College, accounts with individuals, lists of tenants, receipts and expenditures, revenues from the exportation of tobacco, duties on skins and furs, bills of lading, as well as indentures of people to the College.  The account books reference student accounts, including that of Thomas Jefferson.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e The bills of lading include the name of the ship, the destination (i.e., London, Philadelphia) and sometimes the name of the ship's captain.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e Several documents reference payment for servants' [enslaved individuals] clothes, board, and other general expenses and sometimes include names, such as Lemon, Pompey, and Oliver.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\nFour volumes of bursar's accounts covering the years 1745-1770 (Box 1), 1743-1770 (Box 2), 1770-1776 (Box 3), and 1850-1875 (Box 4). The accounts document William and Mary students, faculty, and staff in the 18th-19th centuries. Of particular note are accounts related to the Brafferton Indian School and to people enslaved at the College. The account of Thomas Jefferson is in the 1745-1770 volume. These books have all been microfilmed and are on a reel with Acc. 1985.073. A digital version is also available. Researchers must use the microfilm or digital version.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\nOf particular note are multiple references to slavery, including enslaved people held by the College of William \u0026amp; Mary. Other references of note are: Nottoway plantation, tobacco, wheat, the Brafferton Indian School, as well as a letter to Dr. Swem regarding the collection.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\nOf particular note are multiple references to slavery, including enslaved people held by the College of William \u0026amp; Mary.  Also, accounts with individuals for the rebuilding of the President's House, 1782-1786, with a few accounts verified by B.S. Ewell and Robert Saunders, 1855 and 1847.  Payment by Robert Page for several surveyors, which he received from St. George Tucker, 1801. Private tuition for Daniel McNaughton, 1794.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\nOf particular note are references to Nottoway Plantation and tobacco revenue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\nRecords often include ship name, destination, captain's name, and cargo information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes 1730 account from Samuel Young for John Brown's tobacco payments from 1728-1730.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\nDocuments often include lists of animals killed, captain's name, and destination.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\nDocuments often include captain's name, destination, and name of the vessel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\nDocuments often contain the vessel's name, captain's name, and the destination.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\nIndentures between Champion Travis and the College, 1800 Sept. 1, Sept. 8; Indenture between Thomas Spencer and the College, 1802 May 1; Indenture between Wilson Cary Nicholas and the College, 1811\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\nEstimate of Income/Expenditures mentions purchase of servant's clothes; Cash Accounts lists payment for servant's clothes, payment of Lemon's coffin, payment for servant's board, and mentions two other men who were likely enslaved: Pompey and Oliver.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\nOf note is reference to the College hiring out an enslaved person to the \"Lunatic Asylum.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\nReferences to enslaved people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes January 29, 1879 letter from Mann \u0026amp; Stringfellow (Attorneys) about a lawsuit between William \u0026amp; Mary and John Wingfield about land in Sussex and Prince George County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScope and Contents\nSee also Box 7 for oversize items\u003c/p\u003e"],"scopecontent_heading_ssm":["Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents","Scope and Contents"],"scopecontent_tesim":["The records of the Office of the Bursar are some of the earliest and most comprehensive records of the College of William and Mary from the 18th century surviving to the present day.  Of particular note are various references to individuals enslaved by the College as well as to the Brafferton Indian School.  The collection includes Bursar's reports, financial statements, statements of rents due to the College, accounts with individuals, lists of tenants, receipts and expenditures, revenues from the exportation of tobacco, duties on skins and furs, bills of lading, as well as indentures of people to the College.  The account books reference student accounts, including that of Thomas Jefferson."," The bills of lading include the name of the ship, the destination (i.e., London, Philadelphia) and sometimes the name of the ship's captain."," Several documents reference payment for servants' [enslaved individuals] clothes, board, and other general expenses and sometimes include names, such as Lemon, Pompey, and Oliver.","Scope and Contents\nFour volumes of bursar's accounts covering the years 1745-1770 (Box 1), 1743-1770 (Box 2), 1770-1776 (Box 3), and 1850-1875 (Box 4). The accounts document William and Mary students, faculty, and staff in the 18th-19th centuries. Of particular note are accounts related to the Brafferton Indian School and to people enslaved at the College. The account of Thomas Jefferson is in the 1745-1770 volume. These books have all been microfilmed and are on a reel with Acc. 1985.073. A digital version is also available. Researchers must use the microfilm or digital version.","Scope and Contents\nOf particular note are multiple references to slavery, including enslaved people held by the College of William \u0026 Mary. Other references of note are: Nottoway plantation, tobacco, wheat, the Brafferton Indian School, as well as a letter to Dr. Swem regarding the collection.","Scope and Contents\nOf particular note are multiple references to slavery, including enslaved people held by the College of William \u0026 Mary.  Also, accounts with individuals for the rebuilding of the President's House, 1782-1786, with a few accounts verified by B.S. Ewell and Robert Saunders, 1855 and 1847.  Payment by Robert Page for several surveyors, which he received from St. George Tucker, 1801. Private tuition for Daniel McNaughton, 1794.","Scope and Contents\nOf particular note are references to Nottoway Plantation and tobacco revenue.","Scope and Contents\nRecords often include ship name, destination, captain's name, and cargo information.","Includes 1730 account from Samuel Young for John Brown's tobacco payments from 1728-1730.","Scope and Contents\nDocuments often include lists of animals killed, captain's name, and destination.","Scope and Contents\nDocuments often include captain's name, destination, and name of the vessel.","Scope and Contents\nDocuments often contain the vessel's name, captain's name, and the destination.","Scope and Contents\nIndentures between Champion Travis and the College, 1800 Sept. 1, Sept. 8; Indenture between Thomas Spencer and the College, 1802 May 1; Indenture between Wilson Cary Nicholas and the College, 1811","Scope and Contents\nEstimate of Income/Expenditures mentions purchase of servant's clothes; Cash Accounts lists payment for servant's clothes, payment of Lemon's coffin, payment for servant's board, and mentions two other men who were likely enslaved: Pompey and Oliver.","Scope and Contents\nOf note is reference to the College hiring out an enslaved person to the \"Lunatic Asylum.\"","Scope and Contents\nReferences to enslaved people.","Includes January 29, 1879 letter from Mann \u0026 Stringfellow (Attorneys) about a lawsuit between William \u0026 Mary and John Wingfield about land in Sussex and Prince George County.","Scope and Contents\nSee also Box 7 for oversize items"],"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","College of William and Mary. 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Lee died, Mason resigned, and the work was divided among the other three. Jefferson prepared the sections on common law and statutes to 4 James I; Wythe prepared the British statutes from that date to 1776; Pendleton worked on laws passed in Virginia. The index is in Jefferson's hand, the ordinances in several other hands, probably of clerks of the committee. Jefferson indexes 126 bills, 66 of which are included in this draft. The bills were printed by Dixon and Holt, Richmond, 1784. 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Jefferson prepared the sections\n                     on common law and statutes to 4 James I; Wythe prepared the British statutes\n                     from that date to 1776; Pendleton worked on laws passed in Virginia. The index\n                     is in Jefferson's hand, the ordinances in several other hands, probably of\n                     clerks of the committee. Jefferson indexes 126 bills, 66 of which are included\n                     in this draft. The bills were printed by Dixon and Holt, Richmond, 1784.\n                         [29]"],"physloc_html_tesm":["\u003cphysloc\u003e Slipcase, shelved with other slipcases and volumes. \u003c/physloc\u003e"],"physloc_tesim":[" Slipcase, shelved with other slipcases and volumes. 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No access without written permission of the owner.","The Jefferson Papers are listed in this calendar in two broad categories: Series I, Dated Materials (arranged chronologically); and\n            Series II, Miscellaneous Undated Items.","Preface to the Online Edition","From the earliest days of its interest in special\n                     collections, the University of Virginia Library has given much attention to the\n                     writings and letters of Thomas Jefferson, the founder of the University."," The online edition of  A Calendar of The Jefferson Papers of the\n               University of Virginia  combines into one chronological sequence the original\n            1950 calendar compiled by Constance Thurlow and Francis Berkeley and the 1973 supplement\n            compiled by Anne Freudenberg and John Casteen. All Jefferson items in the possession of\n            the University of Virginia Library are now included; new entries are added as additional\n            Jefferson items are acquired by the Library. "," The  Calendar  contains entries for all letters and\n            documents in our collections written by or to Jefferson; letters docketed by Jefferson;\n            19th century copies of Jefferson letters transcribed by family members; photomechanical\n            reproductions of some privately-held Jefferson letters, and of some Jefferson letters in\n            other institutions (most notably the correspondence with Tadeusz Kosciuszko in the\n            National Museum of Krakow, Poland), which are inaccessible to most researchers; and the\n            Peter Jefferson documents held by the Library. "," In updating the  Calendar  we retained the basic format of\n            the earlier printed versions. A typical entry consists of the name of the writer, the\n            place from which he writes, the name of the recipient, and the place to which the letter\n            is directed, followed by the date of manuscript. This is followed by a brief physical\n            description of the manuscript (e.g. ALS; typescript; 19th century copy, number of pages)\n            and, for entries made between 1950 and 1973, information about the location of other\n            copies and citations to printed versions. We have made no attempt to supplement entries\n            for materials acquired since 1970 with notes on the location of other copies or\n            additional citations of printed versions. The name of the University of Virginia Library\n            collection of which the manuscript is a part and the collection's accession number are\n            also included. The entry concludes with a summary of the text of the manuscript. Entries\n            from the 1950 and 1973 editions are followed by a bracketed number that was assigned for\n            purposes of indexing. "," We have made several significant changes to the entries. The word \"slave\" replaces the\n            word \"servant\" in all cases where the editors were sure the individual indicated was a\n            slave. All photomechanical reproductions are given the generic label \"photostat.\"\n            Changes in ownership are noted when known. Each of Jefferson's architectural drawings is\n            listed individually with the corresponding \"Nichols number\" taken from  Thomas Jefferson's architectural drawings  / compiled and with\n            commentary and a check list by Frederick Doveton Nichols. -- 4th ed. - (Charlottesville\n            : Thomas Jefferson Memorial Foundation, 1988, c1995.) "," For more details about the original compilation of the  Calendar , please see the  Introduction to the\n               1950 Edition,  below. "," Edward Gaynor  Ann L. S. Southwell  March 2004 ","Introduction to the 1950 Edition","In preparing this calendar of the University's Jefferson manuscripts, Mrs. Thurlow and I\n            have freely made use of many people's work. Daily reference has been made to our\n            Jefferson Checklist, a chronological card-file of some sixty thousand of Jefferson's\n            manuscripts, and letters to and from him, now known to be extant in public and private\n            libraries, in manuscript and in print. This Checklist was begun by John Cook Wyllie more\n            than fifteen years ago, and has been expanded by many hands, particularly by a former\n            staff member, Mrs. Helen D. Bullock. The Checklist is now being duplicated, expanded,\n            and improved by Julian P. Boyd and the editors associated with him in the Princeton\n            University publication project. Copies of the Checklist in its final form may later be\n            made available at the Library of Congress as well as at the University of Virginia, and\n            I venture to express here the hope that it may be printed for the use of students\n            elsewhere. For it will contain much of value which must doubtless be omitted from\n            publication in the Papers.","The typescript calendar of our Jefferson Papers, prepared by Mrs. Bullock in 1941, has\n            been very useful here and at the Library of Congress, and particularly helpful in\n            preparing the present calendar for publication. Printing costs and other factors have\n            made necessary a more condensed form of entry in the present calendar. Since the\n            preparation of Mrs. Bullock's calendar, which included photostats in our collections,\n            our holdings of original manuscripts have nearly doubled. Photographic copies (more than\n            10,000 now being available in our reading room) have here been excluded except in a few\n            instances of manuscripts in private hands and county court houses, which in a number of\n            cases are the only known texts.","Researchers are warned that the length of an entry does not necessarily indicate our\n            judgment of the importance of the item. We have attempted to include all names of\n            persons and places. As a result, entries for certain legal documents are\n            disproportionately long. We have tried to mention all major subjects discussed in each\n            letter, but the reader who wants full details will be obliged to consult the original\n            manuscript or order a photographic copy.","Each entry contains two paragraphs, the second of which is a condensed summary of the\n            text of the manuscript, followed by a bracketed number for purposes of indexing. The\n            first paragraph contains all \"bibliographical data\" about the manuscript and all other\n            texts of it which are known to us from the data recorded and filed in our Jefferson\n            Checklist. Following the date in a typical entry is the name of the writer, the place\n            from which he writes, the name of the recipient, and the place to which the letter is\n            directed. Then follows a symbol (see list below) which tells whether the manuscript is\n            signed and whether or not it is written in the hand of the signer, with a statement of\n            the number of pages in the manuscript. If another text of the manuscript is known to us,\n            this information is then given as explicitly as possible. In some cases we can only say\n            \"another manuscript in DLC\" (Library of Congress; see list of abbreviations below);\n            often, however, we are able to state that the other manuscript is the recipient's copy,\n            a polygraph copy, a letterpress copy, a file draft, or an extract or copy by another\n            hand, either contemporary or later.","The final statement in each heading concerns known printed versions of the manuscript as\n            recorded in our Jefferson Checklist. Many of the published texts are inaccurate or\n            incomplete, as we indicate when known. All frequently cited publications are referred to\n            by symbols (as listed in the table below) and punctuation is simplified for convenience\n            in printing.","Special attention is invited to the case of \"printing\" which we indicate by the\n            following oft-recurring expression: \"Printed: B of R VI 372 (MS. in DLC)\". This means\n            that an abstract of another text of our manuscript (the other text usually being\n            Jefferson's file copy) is to be found in the  Calendar of\n               Letters from Jefferson, in the  Bulletin of the Bureau\n               of Rolls and Library of the Department of State, No. 6, Washington, 1894-1896\n            page 372, and that the manuscript so calendared is now in the Library of Congress.\n            Virtually none of the Jefferson manuscripts in the Bureau of Rolls (all of which are now\n            in the Library of Congress) were printed in full in the  Calendar which appeared in volumes 6 (letters from Jefferson) and 8 (letters\n            to Jefferson) of the Bulletin. It is hoped that no student will be misled by this\n            type-saving method of entry. All other printings indicated are assumed to be complete\n            unless otherwise stated.","Docketing, and other brief endorsements on letters are indicated simply by the word\n            \"endorsed\" unless they appear to require special comment. \"Endorsed by T. J.\" indicates\n            that such an endorsement is in Jefferson's autograph. Spelling has normally been\n            corrected outside of direct quotations, and we have never hesitated to expand \"Mr.\n            Randolph\" to \"Thomas Mann Randolph\" when the identity is certain. Square brackets have,\n            therefore, been rather sparingly used to supply missing names, facts, and dates in the\n            headings which could be supplied with reasonable certainty. In summarizing the texts of\n            letters and other items, the main object has been brevity rather than any attempt to\n            reproduce the original language. Parentheses have been freely used in the summaries for\n            the provision of explanatory comment.","All manuscripts not otherwise designated are in our general collection of Jefferson\n            Papers. Others are listed in the heading of the entry as being in the McGregor Library\n            (which is the most important of the special libraries constituting the Division of Rare\n            Books and Manuscripts) or in any of our various collections of manuscripts which happen\n            to contain papers of Jefferson, such as the following: the Berkeley Manuscripts, the\n            Cabell Papers, the Carr-Cary Papers, the Cocke Papers, the Edgehill-Randolph Papers, and\n            the Page-Walker Papers. Some of these special collections are not owned by the\n            University, but are on deposit for safekeeping and historical reference. Other privately\n            owned individual manuscripts on deposit are listed with the owner's name. Photographic\n            copies can be provided in most cases, but a few are subject to restrictions stipulated\n            by the owner.","It will be noted that we have included certain manuscripts of Jefferson's father which\n            have some relevancy to the career of the son. In addition to a few special photostats\n            already mentioned, a number of older transcripts of Jefferson's papers have also been\n            included. The most important of these are the copies and extracts made by Martha\n            Jefferson Randolph and her daughters and by Nicholas P. Trist during the decade\n            following Jefferson's death. These and other copies have been identified in the\n            headings. In a considerable number of cases, however, chiefly of copies which appear to\n            have been made by or for members of the family, we have had to fall back on the\n            expression, \"19th century copy\".","Omitted from this calendar are a number of papers in this library which were once in\n            Jefferson's possession, or closely associated with him, but which were not composed,\n            drafted, or endorsed by him. Such, for example, are the groups of legal papers,\n            1740-1759, which Robert Carter Nicholas turned over to him as attorney in 1771; a\n            correspondence of the Associates of the late Doctor Bray, 1757-1773, concerning the\n            Negro school at Williamsburg, sponsored by the Society for the Propagation of the\n            Gospel; correspondence of Robley Dunglison with Jefferson's biographer, Henry S.\n            Randall; and great numbers of letters by Jefferson's executor and by members of his\n            immediate family which are to be found in the University archives and such of our\n            collections as the Carr-Cary Papers, the Edgehill-Randolph Papers, and the Francis\n            Walker Gilmer Manuscripts. Typical of other materials omitted are an eighteen-page\n            manuscript pedigree of the Jefferson family, compiled by Paul Berghaus, and kept with\n            our Jefferson Papers for the convenience of researchers; memorial addresses following\n            Jefferson's death in 1826; and letters of condolence to his family. A revealing item of\n            Jeffersoniana, omitted here, but shortly-to be published by the library as a separate\n            volume, is the manuscript of the recollections of Isaac Jefferson, a household slave at\n            Monticello, as dictated in old age to the historian, Charles Campbell.","One conspicuous omission which we hope will not be attributed to ingratitude has been\n            that of the names of donors. From 1825 to 1949 we have received from Jefferson himself,\n            from every generation of his descendants, and from a host of admirers of Jefferson and\n            friends of the University, gifts of Jeffersoniana or funds for their acquisition. The\n            addition of donors' names to already elaborate calendar headings, particularly in the\n            group entries covering numerous separate gifts, might, we feel, confuse the student. In\n            our published annual reports we attempt at least to record from year to year the names\n            of the benefactors on whom we rely so heavily for the growth of the collections.","To the Research Council of the Richmond Area University Center we are indebted for the\n            grant-in-aid which has made possible this publication. The courtesy and patience of the\n            Administrator and of the members of the Council in connection with our unavoidable\n            delays in printing are particularly appreciated.","If this work had a dedication, it would be to Harry Clemons, who brought the Manuscript\n            Division into being, whose faith has a way of moving mountains, and to whom all of the\n            daily tasks of our staff are truly dedicated by our admiration and affection.","University of Virginia  1 October 1949 Francis L. Berkeley.","A separate finding aid was created to reflect the arrangment of the architectural drawings and \n          other oversized materials in order to provide easier access to them. You can access the finding aid  here.","Deeds, plats, patents, and other legal papers concerning lands in Albemarle,\n                     Fluvanna, Goochland, Henrico, and Powhatan Counties, several of which establish\n                     the chain of title to Edgehill. Deeds for land owned by the Randolph Family\n                     (Richard Randolph, Jr., Thomas Mann Randolph, Thomas Jefferson Randolph), the\n                     Eppes Family (Francis Eppes, Richard Eppes, and William Eppes), and the\n                     Nicholas Family (John Nicholas, George Nicholas, and Robert Carter Nicholas.)\n                     Jefferson items are more fully calendared under dates 6 June 1751 and 29 March\n                     1762.  [1]","Power of attorney, acknowledged before Henry Wood, Clerk.  [2]","Deed for 3 acres of land in Goochland County. This deed was executed on the\n                     same day as one from Randolph to Jefferson, the payment in the latter being\n                     \"Henry Wetherburn's biggest bowl of Arrack punch\".  [3]","Marriage bond for £50 signed by Peter Jefferson and countersigned by\n                     Arthur Hopkins, void if there be lawful cause to obstruct Jefferson's marriage\n                     with Jane Randolph.  [4]","Original map of the Virginia-North Carolina boundary to show the extension of\n                     William Byrd's survey of 1728 from Peter's Creek to Steep Rock Creek, as\n                     surveyed in 1749 by Joshua Fry and Peter Jefferson.  The legend, and\n                     presumably the entire drawing, is in the hand of Peter Jefferson. No other\n                     original map of the line of 1749 is known, but a \"tracing\" (preliminary draft?)\n                     of this boundary line, with an almost identical legend but in a different hand,\n                     is owned by the U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey, Washington, D. C. (E. G. Swem,\n                     Maps Relating to Virginia . . . p. 58).  [6]","Two plats of same date for 11,777 and 1,790 acres of land on branches of Black\n                     Water, and on Tomahawk and Rock Castle creeks, respectively, of Black Water, a\n                     tributary of the Fluvanna (James) River in Albemarle (later Bedford) County,\n                     Va. Both surveyed for Thomas Ballow, William Dawson, Joshua Fry, Peter\n                     Jefferson, Charles Lynch, and Thomas Turpin. Indicate lands owned by\n                     Blankenship, Chetwood, Samuel Cobbs, Jr., Nicholas Davies, John Dawson, Francis\n                     Galloway, James, Hardwick, Benjamin Johnson, Thomas Meriwether, Rev. Mr. Stith,\n                     Richard Tullos, G. Walton, and John Wayles. First plat attested by Daniel\n                     Smith, Albemarle County Surveyor; second amended by T. J. with notes on\n                     sequence of titles.  [7], N-255, N-269","Indicates lots belonging to T. J.  [8]","Consent for the marriage of Daniel Scott to Anna Randolph, daughter of Isham\n                     Randolph. Peter Jefferson was her nearest male relative. Witnessed by Richard\n                     Amis, Elizabeth LeVillian, and John Woodson.  [9]","Provides for division of his home property and farms in Albemarle County (on\n                     the Rivanna and Hardware rivers), land on the Mississippi River, slaves, and\n                     money among his wife, Jane; his daughters, Jane, Elizabeth Martha and Lucy; and\n                     his sons, Thomas and Randolph. Thomas is to receive a portion of the slaves,\n                     his choice of the lands, and the residue of the estate Executors named are\n                     Peter Randolph, Thomas Turpin, John Nicholas, Dr. Thomas Walker, and John\n                     Harvie.  [10]","The bottom half of an account book page, possibly listing taxes, notes that\n                     sums for Alexander Mackie, Edward Carter and Samuel Spencer, were paid by Peter\n                     Jefferson. ","Lists books, furniture, personal effects, plantation equipment, slaves, and\n                     livestock, valued at more than £2400, on Peter Jefferson's property\n                     lying on the Rivanna River and its branches; appraisal made by Charles Lewis,\n                     Jr., John Henderson, and Thomas Smith.  [11]","Royal grant, issued by the Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, of 380 acres in\n                     Albemarle County (later Bedford) on the branches of Tomahawk Creek and\n                     Blackwater, adjoining the Rev. Mr. Stith's land.  [12]","John Harvie's accounts for family and planation expenses totaling\n                     £1489, account for tobacco crops, and an account with the Surveyor's\n                     Office of Albemarle County totaling £351.  [13]","Words and translation of \"Ohne Lieb und ohne Wein\" and \"Falle doch auf Doris\n                     Augenlieder\", music by Mr. Fleischer of Brunswick. A painfully literal\n                     translation, probably a student exercise at James Maury's or William and Mary.\n                         [14]","Survey of the Manor of Greenway Court, a tract of 8840 acres in Frederick\n                     County granted to Martin by Thomas Lord Fairfax, made in connection with the\n                     lawsuit of Thomas B. Martin vs. Peter Wolf, defendant in an ejection suit.\n                     (Perhaps used after 1762 in an early case, not listed in T. J.'s Case Book.)\n                         [15]","Lists his misfortunes: his pocketbook, silk garters and new minuets eaten by\n                     rats; his watch and Rebecca Burwell's picture ruined by water. Her image\n                     prevents his getting to old Coke. Asks news of deaths, courtships, marriages.\n                     Greetings to Alice Corbin, Rebecca Burwell, and \"Sukey\" Potter. Is now near\n                     Shadwell.  [16]","Royal grant, issued by the Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, of 950 acres in\n                     Albemarle County in the fork of the Rivanna River. Mentions Cunningham's tract,\n                     John Webb, Richard Perkins.  [17]","Copy of surveyor's courses in deed for 380-acre tract in Albemarle (later\n                     Bedford) County.  [18]","Regarding \"Belinda\" (Rebecca Burwell Ambler)","Notes on legal cases and fees including one for William Byrd; proposed and\n                     completed activities; purchases; subscriptions received for the  Virginia Gazette  and the  Gentlemen's Magazine ; Greek and Latin phrases; house specifications\n                     (Monticello?); wine cellar contents; canal measurements; clavichord\n                     specifications; and the  Virginia Almanack  for\n                     1770 annotated with court and General Assembly sessions.","I. 23 pages, 1767 August 19-1770 June 30, T. J.'s personal accounts in his\n                     hand. II. 26 pages, 1786-1792 June 21: \"The Est. of Thomas Jefferson Esqr. in\n                     Account with Nicholas Lewis\" in unidentified hand. III. 68 pages, 1783-1791,\n                     accounts of various persons with T. J.'s estate in unidentified hand, with 1\n                     page of Martha Carr's account in T. J.'s hand. IV. fragment (p. 659) in T. J.'s\n                     hand. V. 3 pages, \"Alphabet to all accounts from J. Key's superintendence to\n                     Mr. Lewis's inclusive,\" in T. J.'s hand. VI. 1 page, \"Alphabet to the\n                     Merchant's accounts\" in T. J.'s hand. VII. 10 pages, 1794-1797, accounts for\n                     the \"Nailery\" in unidentified hand. VIII. Other later accounts and sketches by\n                     members of the Randolph family.  [2341-a]","Legal studies of Phillip Turpin. Building of Monticello. Will visit Turpin on\n                     way to Williamsburg.  [2342]","Advice, in a case shared with John Blair, on land surveys, patents, and claims.\n                     Mentions Mr. Benson, Mr. Green, Mr. Harrison, Mr. Sevear (Sevier?), Mr. and\n                     Mrs. James Wood, and Colonel Wood.  [19]","Recorded 5 May 1770 by Ben Waller, Clerk. Witnessed by Robert Carter Nicholas,\n                     Edmund Pendleton, and James Mercer. Bruce Family Manuscripts.  Deed,\n                     Harrison to Coles, conveying 1020 acres of land on the Dan River (the Berry\n                     Hill tract), formerly the property of William Byrd and sold to Richard Bland 16\n                     April 1751. Drafted by Jefferson.  [20]","Upper portion of draft of preliminary report on parliamentary rules and procedures. See #10803-a, below, for lower portion.","Lower portion of draft of preliminary report on parliamentary rules and procedures. See #10803, above, for upper portion.","Front elevation showing double porches; first floor plan.  [2343;\n                        N-46]","Lists Garner's, McDowell's, Stribling's Spring, Crawford, Laporte, Mrs.\n                     Berry's, Hodge's, Bell's, Kincaid's, Lange's, Harnest's at Panther Gap,\n                     Cloverdale, Bratton's, Williams's Spring, Scotchtown, Fawcet's, Shaw's,\n                     McLung's, and Dry Branch Gap.  [2344]","Lists McLung, Shaw's, Fawcet's, Scotchtown, Cloverdale, Lange, [Kincaid's?],\n                     Hodges, McDowell, Staunton, Waynesboro, Morrison's, Yancey, Hardings, Wood's.\n                         [2345]","Lists furnishings for Monticello, some to be gotten from Phillip Mazzei. Cost\n                     of Shadwell locks. Prices at mill. Bricks needed to complete Monticello.\n                         [2346]","re: legal advice","re: some law books Turpin has for sale and offering to purchase \"Hawkins's\n                     pleas of the crown.\" [William Hawkins, 1673-1746, Treatise of the Pleas of the\n                     Crown.] He also mentions his lack of free time because of his attendance at the\n                     Albemarle court.  [ADD]","Advice on choice of books; defense of fiction. Sends greetings to Wintipock.\n                         [22]","Request for further information on the case of Matthew MacVee vs. James Wilson\n                     and William Orange (case 508). Refers to drawing of bill in case of Henry Brown\n                     vs. William Tucker et al., for money due Brown for slave hired by Tucker, for\n                     which Tucker's vessel was attached (case 548).  [23]","Study for final elevation of the first version.  [2347; N-47]","Encloses copy of Dickie's bill against Cabell-Requests Cabell's statement\n                     regarding the boundary dispute.  [24]","Inscriptions for tomb, foot of grave, and upper part of stone. Quotes David\n                     Mallet's Excursion and Ossian's Temora. Mentions Charlottesville, Va., John and\n                     Jane Carr of Louisa County, Martha Jefferson, Peter and Jane Jefferson, and T.\n                     J.  [2348]","Verdict of the special jury in a dispute regarding land on the James River.\n                     Signed by Ben. Waller, Clerk of the General Court. References to John Farrar,\n                     Thomas Farrar, John Sutton Farrar, Thomas Lygon, and Mr. Turpin.\n                         [25]","Albemarle County land to be purchased by T. J. (This land, 483 acres on\n                     Montalto adjacent to Monticello, bought by T. J. in 1777 for £190.)\n                         [2350]","marginal notes in copies of  Le vrai sens du systeme de\n                        la nature posthume  by Helvetius (Londres, 1774) and  Systeme de la nature  by Paul Henry Thiry, baron\n                     d'Holbach (Londres, 1771)","Discusses the battle of Charlestown [Bunker Hill] and says it is \"certain that the regulars have had between 12 \u0026 1400 killed and wounded\" and that British Major John Pitcairn \"is among the slain, at which every body rejoices, as he was the commanding officer at Lexington[,] was the first who fired his own piece there \u0026 gave the command to fire.\" He mentions that \"New Englanders are fitting out light vessels of war\" and are \"now intent on burning Boston as a hive which gives cover to regulars.\"  He discusses the lack of gunpowder and says that \"nothing is wanting but salt petre [sic].\"","T. J. and Gatewood agree to T. J.'s purchase of 2,000 acres in Bedford County, Virginia, the future site of Poplar Forest, for 1,000 pounds, the purchase to be completed after T. J.'s return from Philadelphia. Addenda on verso. ","News of the battle of Bunker Hill has reached England. T. J. reports on British strategy. References to Sir Jeffery Amherst, Guy Carleton, Lord Dunmore, General Gage, Commodore Molyneux Shuldham, and William Tryon.  [26]","Surrender of Chambly. Arms taken at Chambly to be used at St. John's, Montreal,\n                     and upper ports of St. Lawrence River. Arnold's success not known. Commotion in\n                     South Carolina. No news from Virginia. Mentions Mrs. William Byrd and Mrs.\n                     Elizabeth Wayles Eppes.  [2351]","Hopes Arnold is in possession of Quebec, since intercepted letters indicate a\n                     large British army will soon be sent. Has written to Patty to keep at a\n                     distance from the alarms of Lord Dunmore.  [27]","[2352]","List of names appearing in Jefferson's account books for the years [1776-1778].\n                     The account book itself (original in the Massachusetts Historical Society,\n                     microfilm in the Alderman Library) was written on blank pages of the Virginia\n                     Almanac for 1776-1778.  [28]","A committee of five, consisting of Jefferson, Thomas Ludwell Lee, George Mason,\n                     Edmund Pendleton, and George Wythe, were appointed by the Virginia Convention\n                     of 1776 to draft a revision of the Virginia laws--the genesis of Jefferson's\n                     epochal work for religious and intellectual freedom. Lee died, Mason resigned,\n                     and the work was divided among the other three. Jefferson prepared the sections\n                     on common law and statutes to 4 James I; Wythe prepared the British statutes\n                     from that date to 1776; Pendleton worked on laws passed in Virginia. The index\n                     is in Jefferson's hand, the ordinances in several other hands, probably of\n                     clerks of the committee. Jefferson indexes 126 bills, 66 of which are included\n                     in this draft. The bills were printed by Dixon and Holt, Richmond, 1784.\n                         [29]","[2353, N-536]","On verso of letter, 1777 August 15 from Charles S. Lewis, Jr. May be related to\n                     N-496.  [N-537]","Legal opinion on a much disputed will. Bequests of Neck of Land, Bull Run, and\n                     Shenandoah to Nathaniel Burwell, Carter B. Fontaine, Mr. Griffin, and daughter.\n                         [30]","Encloses record of tickets received by John Wayles. Col. William Byrd signed\n                     page, but account is inaccurate.  [2354]","Deed for Elk Hill, a tract of land in Goochland County. Certification by\n                     Beverley Randolph and John Woodson that Anne Skipwith freely relinquishes her\n                     right of dower in this tract, November 1778. Witnessed by Henry Cox, Thomas\n                     Young, Henry Tuggle.  [31]","Re T. J.'s notifying his relation, [Randolph?] Jefferson, of court order\n                     requiring latter to give security for costs in his suit against Reade's\n                     administrators, which order was obtained by Mr. Carrington. Notes on verso re\n                     Joyce Shifflet.  [2355-a]","T. J. writes in support of exchanging Baron de Geisman, one of the Convention\n                     prisoners in Albemarle County, Va.","T. J. refers to Bland's recent letter to former Governor [Patrick] Henry\n                     forwarding an unspecified request from British General [William] Phillips,\n                     currently imprisoned with the British troops at the Barracks in Albemarle\n                     County, Va. He discusses the barbarities of Indian attacks upon settlers at the\n                     instigation of British General [Henry] Hamilton into whose conduct the Council\n                     [of State] will soon be inquiring, noting that there should be a respect for\n                     Hamilton's \"honorable bravery\" in opposition to the \"cruel \u0026 cowardly\n                     warfare of the savage, whose object in war is to extinguish human nature.\" He\n                     informs Bland that the militia under his command should be discharged, repeats\n                     Colonel [William] Finnie's instructions on applying for clothes for Bland's\n                     regiment of guards and horse, and authorizes him to put the guards and horse\n                     under his command together on the same payroll as both are part of the\n                     Continental Army. ","Authorization to inspect and state the quantity and condition of all military\n                     stores in Virginia.  [32]","As Tucker has interest in the American states and Bermuda, T. J. sends copies\n                     of resolution of Virginia Council regarding exchange of aid. T. J. covertly\n                     suggests if Bermuda will supply \"Brobdinagian\" bushels of salt, America will\n                     respond with Indian corn. Accompanying the letter are: 1779 June 21, ACT OF\n                     ASSEMBLY authorizing the trade of grain for salt. ADS signed by Archibald\n                     Blair, Clerk of Council (18th century copy). Also, 1780 September 26,\n                     CERTIFICATE by BENJAMIN POWELL, Williamsburg justice of the peace, declaring\n                     that Tucker received T. J.'s letter.  [2358]","Recommendation for Rev. Charles Clay.  [2359]","Commissions. Captains: Burnley, Purvis, Porter, Burton, White, Herndon.\n                     Lieutenants: Slaughter, Taylor, Paulett, Pettus. Ensigns: Winston, Slaughter,\n                     Paulet. Has no provisions, but Board of War may help.  [2360]","Officer for Western Battalion to be commissioned. To proceed with first half of\n                     battalion to Albemarle; Crockett to follow with remainder. Mentions Sampson\n                     Mathews in Augusta and auditors in Virginia.  [2361]","Transmitting a petition from Alexander Dick to the Governor and Council of\n                     Virginia requesting a commission as major in the Marines.  [33]","Alphabetical index to his Account Book for 1779-1782, which is owned by the\n                     Library of Congress.  [34]","[2362]","Items secured from office of House of Burgesses, Peyton Randolph through R.\n                     Hickman, Richard Bland, Charles City Office, John Page of Rosewell, and Pervis.\n                         [2363]","Summer operations in the West. Clark has a choice between an expedition against\n                     Detroit or a war against the Indians. The Shawnees, Mingoes, Munnies, and\n                     Wyandottes should be exterminated or moved beyond the lakes or the Illinois\n                     River. Major Slaughter's men will complete Clark's battalion Proposed chain of\n                     posts on the Ohio at the mouth of the Fishinger, the Little Kanawha, Great\n                     Kanawha, Great Salt Cut, Scioto, and Kentucky, which will connect Pittsburgh\n                     and the falls of the Ohio, or possibly the mouth of the Ohio.\n                         [35]","Forwards letter from France. Asks instructions regarding sending of\n                     Parliamentary Register containing correspondence of Sir William Howe and John\n                     Burgoyne. Pensacola and St. Augustine taken by the Spaniards. Enemy attack not\n                     imminent.  [36]","Nine and one half acres, an island in Fluvanna River, Albemarle County.\n                         [2364]","In the hand of C. H. Moseley, Jr. John James, Jr., and Adam Lovitt's bond to\n                     Thomas Jefferson, Chief Magistrate of the Commonwealth of Virginia, void if due\n                     cause is found why James cannot marry Seabrook Woodhouse.  [37]","Orders wine.  [2365]","Land grant of 1,000 acres in Kentucky County, \"near the Falls of Ohio.\"","Grant for 400 acres of land in Louisa and Albemarle counties; land forfeited by\n                     Nicholas Oliver on failure to pay quitrents on said land.[  38]","Regarding requisitions of money, supplies, and troops from Virginia by the\n                     Continental Congress.  [39]","Requesting certificates for the number of arms carried by his regiment at the\n                     time it entered the Continental service. Certificate needed for settling of\n                     accounts between Virginia and Congress.  [40]","A form letter, forwards a patriotic proposition sent to Martha Washington, by\n                     \"our sisters of Pennsylvania,\" and asks the recipient to circulate it.","Patent for 1773 acres in Augusta County.  [41]","50 acres in Augusta County.  [2366]","400 acres in Augusta County.","209 acres in Albemarle County.","Commission, appointing Latané a lieutenant in the Essex County\n                     militia.  [42]","Discusses the issuing of clothes for the guards assigned to the Convention Army\n                     and explains the new regulations regarding such issues.","Funds in Old Continental and State currency received of Mr. Lewis from Mary\n                     Lewis' collection in Albemarle for donation to soldiers.\n                         [2368]","Commissions for James Kerr, Bennett Henderson, John Pipen, William Hughes,\n                     Jonathan Key, Joshua Fry, and Henry Burke","Letter, 22 November , from Thomas Nelson at Richneck, enclosing note from\n                     Newport's news point, indicates that enemy ships are standing for Capes. Must\n                     reinforce Southern army to overcome Cornwallis' expected move on Camden.\n                         [2369]","French forces in Chesapeake Bay at Hampton Roads near Hampton and Yorktown.\n                     Burwell's ferry and West Point to Jamestown should be defended. Mentions\n                     Cumberland, Pamunkey River, King and Queen Court House, Hoods, Portopotank and\n                     Mattaponi.  [2370]","Transmitting his official thanks to the militia and their officers.\n                         [43]","This may be an early version of Jefferson's design for the President's House,\n                     Washington.  [N-281]","[N-282]","Concerning taxes necessary for the support of paper currency issues (in\n                     Virginia?) for the years 1778-1784.  [44]","Militia to rendezvous at Petersburg to repel British troops. Invasion Law.\n                         [2373]","British troops have retired down James River. German prisoners to return to\n                     barracks in Albemarle.  [2373-a]","Jefferson sends the monetary requisition and available medicine. He informs\n                     Steuben that the council has honored his request for an aide who knows the\n                     Virginia militia by appointing John Walker and mentions that most of General\n                     George Weedon's militia on their way to join General Thomas Nelson were\n                     scheduled for discharge.","Enlistments to guard German prisoners in Albemarle must be extended. Mr. Brown\n                     has money for maintenance of Germans.  [2373-b]","Cornwallis, having been at Boyd's Ferry on the 14th, approaches. Convention\n                     troops must be removed. Prisoners from Cow-pens to be at Staunton. Troops to\n                     remain below the Blue Ridge.  [2373-c]","Sends blank power of impressment for horses for Greene's dragoons; and\n                     discussing a plan to be submitted to Baron von Steuben for assigning regular\n                     army officers to militia companies and sending the released militia officers\n                     and surplus line officers to Greene for permanent dismissal or other\n                     assignment.","Weedon, Fredericksburg, Va., discusses the progress of assembling various units\n                     of Virginia militia to march to [Hanover?] Court House to receive further\n                     orders from the Baron [von Steuben?] and the need for additional boxes of\n                     ammunition.","Grant of 45 acres in Essex County, Va.","161 acres on Rivanna River. Mentions John Shiflet, Stephen Phillips, Baptist\n                     Road, Ivy Creek, Samuel Ray, Alexander Markie, and Joseph Burnett.\n                         [2374]","Asks that militiamen be relieved for corn planting.  [2375]","Asks recipients to act on Congress' plan for settlement of Col. Wood's account.\n                     Encloses resolution (not present) of Va. Council of State requesting that\n                     action.  [2375-a]","Weedon discusses the failure of his plan to protect the lower Virginia counties\n                     and Newport News from British vessels on the James River. According to news\n                     received from Captain William Davenport, Captain Chandler of the Patriot\n                     disobeyed orders of Weedon's to patrol the area only, and engaged the British\n                     instead, losing his ship and crew.","Mr. Whitlock found him with Militia by Potomac River. Skirmished with British\n                     who now go to Alexandria. British advance on tobacco stores on Yeocomico River.\n                         [2376]","Grant for 111 acres of land on the east side of Buck Island Creek, a tributary\n                     of the Rivanna River, south of Monticello in Albemarle County.","Stores wanted for the militia of Westmoreland. News of Lord Cornwallis, General\n                     Greene, and General Phillips.  [45]","Appointing him ensign in the Virginia militia.  [46]","Joint commission of Joseph Moore, Charles Allen, Richard Foster, Joseph Parks,\n                     William Wooton, and Richard Winn, as justices of the peace for Prince Edward\n                     County.  [47]","Apprehension of French deserters for the Marquis de Lafayette.\n                         [48]","Introducing Col. James Monroe, who is resuming his studies in Europe. Prospects\n                     for capturing Cornwallis, recovering Georgia and South Carolina. Mentions\n                     Princeton, N. J., and Charleston, S. C.  [49]","These notes, copied from manuscript journals no longer in existence, begin with\n                     the articles of agreement of Governor Sir William Berkeley and his Council with\n                     the Commissioners of the Commonwealth of England, 12 March 1651. They end\n                     abruptly six pages later, the remainder of the leather-bound volume being\n                     blank. It is presumed that they were made in connection with Query XIII (on\n                     Virginia's Constitution) of the  Notes on the State of\n                        Virginia.  It is possible, however, that the extracts date from 1774;\n                     precedents from the Commonwealth period are cited in  A\n                        Summary View of the Rights of British America. [50]","Deed for 120 acres of land in Goochland County. Commission, signed by G. Payne,\n                     to John Hopkins, William Holman, and Nathaniel Mason, Justices of the Peace, to\n                     determine whether Sally Smith freely relinquishes her dower rights in said\n                     land, 12 March, and the report by John Hopkins and William Holman 12 April,\n                     1782. Witnessed by Robert Lewis, Henry Macklim, and Charles Smith.\n                         [51]","No beer by Jupiter since brewer is visiting wife. Col. Cary appreciates pecan\n                     trees; Mr. Carter raising rabbits at Shirley. Regrets fire. Mentions Mrs.\n                     Jefferson and Mr. Tucker.  [2378]","Will does not protect Mrs. Wayland, who must claim legal rights. Cites Garbland\n                     vs. Mayot 2 Vernon 105, Cook vs. Cook ibid. 545, Bateman vs. Roach 9 Modern\n                     Cases in Law and Equity 104, and Coleman vs. Seymour 1 Vesey 209.\n                         [2379]","Jefferson writes to Harrison concerning a debt to Mr. Nathan contracted by\n                     Jefferson on public business, and inquires specifically if the state would\n                     assume the defense in case of a suit.","Sentiment on death and eternal separation.  [2380]","Mentions John Wayles. With construction directions. Quotes Iliad.\n                         [2381]","Translation of note in unidentified hand. Sketch for monument.  [2382],\n                        [N-538]","Will leave Col. Wood's sword with James Madison when he goes to Europe.\n                         [2383-a]","Possibility of forming a company with Gov. [Abner] Nash to speculate in land\n                     between the Cherokee and Mississippi Rivers. If Jefferson goes to France, the\n                     responsibility would fall on Mr. Lewis and on Eppes. Determined to keep clear\n                     of anything that might make private interests interfere with public duties.\n                         [52]","Deed for 50 acres of land in Goochland County. Witnesses: Charles Kerr Nancy\n                     Scott Jefferson, Peter Carr. Recorded 19 May 1783 by G. Payne Clerk of\n                     Goochland County.  [53]","[N-506], [2384]","Jefferson replies to the notice of an appointment by Zane and hopes Zane will\n                     send him British news.","Turpin's medical studies in Great Britain and Paris, service in Royal Navy,\n                     efforts to join American forces. Mentions Cowpens, Charleston, Fort Washington,\n                     London, Long Island, New York, Staten Island; Benedict Arnold, Sir Guy\n                     Carleton, Lord Cornwallis, Mr. Griffin, Governor Nelson, the Utaws, George\n                     Washington; Acts of Virginia Assembly, Foster's Crown Law, Governor's\n                     Proclamation, Manuscript Records of Congress.  [2385]","Advice concerning his education and conduct. Respect due to Mr. and Mrs.\n                     [Matthew] Maury. Recommends he make the acquaintance of James Madison.\n                         [54]","News of Patsy (Martha) and Polly (Maria) Jefferson and Elizabeth Eppes. Price\n                     of tobacco. Richard Randolph's account with Mr. Wayles' estate. [Matthew] Maury\n                     has removed his school from Orange to Williamsburg. Mentions Peter Carr and\n                     John Wayles Eppes.  [55]","Grammar school in Albemarle. Dr. Witherspoon at Princeton and Irish persons at\n                     Philadelphia know of no available teachers. Seeking one in Scotland. Expects\n                     war in Europe. Mentions Turkey, France, Prussia, Great Britain, Ireland,\n                     Holland. Congress not yet assembled.  [2386]","Nine codes are included. Most of these are simple substitution ciphers,\n                     numerals being substituted for words or syllables. Two are more complicated;\n                     one is developed from a column arrangement of the Lord's Prayer; another is a\n                     dictionary cipher involving the use of a French-English pocket dictionary. One\n                     of the number codes in Jefferson's hand has a note, \"frequently throw in\n                     numbers higher than 1545, which meaning nothing will serve to perplex.\" Some\n                     codes are endorsed with names of users, Robert R. Livingston, J. M. [James\n                     Madison?], Thomas Jefferson, Edmund Randolph, Edmund Pendleton.\n                         [56]","Wine ledger sheet and \"list of sundry memorandoms\" itemizing the sale of table\n                     cloths and loaf sugar to T. J.  [57]","Settlement of T. J.'s bond (to Walker?) by an order on Alexander McDonald of\n                     Richmond.  [58]","Ratification of French treaty. Difficulties involved in gaining the necessary\n                     vote of nine states on important business. Russo-Turkish relations. Possibility\n                     of new attack on the U. S. by Great Britain.  [59]","Notes on household accounts in T. J.'s hand.","Russo-Turkish relations. Cool reception of John Adams and John Jay in London.\n                         [60]","Visited Bear Castle with Peter Carr and saw Mr. Overton. Mr. Stuart told Mr.\n                     Bolling that Mr. Short had found school for Peter. Mr. Short wrote from\n                     Monticello that Mr. Key should send him to Liberty Hall, Rockbridge County. Mr.\n                     Wilton at Eppington. Health of Nancy at Fairfields, Lucy, Martha, and Mr.\n                     Bolling. Jenny Cary has daughter.  [2387]","Jefferson has been appointed to the European commercial treaty committee and\n                     wishes Short to join him in Philadelphia. If Short decides to come he is to\n                     bring one of Jefferson's servants with him.","Death of Lucy Jefferson and Lucy Eppes, both from whooping cough. Polly\n                     Jefferson and Bolling Eppes both ill. Regards to Patsy.  [61]","Autograph inscription in presentation copy of  Notes on\n                        the State of Virginia  , Paris, 1784-85. Warns against publication.\n                         [62]","Inscription in a presentation copy of  Notes on the State\n                        of Virginia  (French edition). Asks that he guard against its\n                     publication.  [63]","Inscription in a presentation copy of  Notes on the State\n                        of Virginia  (French edition). Asks that he guard against its\n                     publication.  [64]","Bill for clothing for Jefferson and his daughters.  [65]","Report on his education with Matthew Maury and his brother Dabney's education\n                     with Smith at Prince Edward Academy. References to [Bishop] James Madison and\n                     the College of William and Mary.  [66]","Martha's health. Nancy's package. Mr. Bolling did not see Col. LeMaire; Mrs.\n                     Eppes did. Health of Maria and Dabney Carr. Peter with James Maury, as James\n                     Madison wished. Mr. and Mrs. Bolling to go to Chesterfield. Tom Bolling and\n                     Mary Bolling Lewis of Fairfields dead.  [2388]","Years in France.  [2389]","Mr. Adams carried earlier letter. Emperor in Italy. Dutch agents in Vienna.\n                     Constantinople troops refuse to use European arms. No news of Mr. Lamb. No\n                     progress in Barbary proceedings. Diplomatic cipher code message.\n                         [2390]","Mazzei brought letter. Condolence to Thomas and Mary J. Bolling. Maria to come.\n                     Letter from Peter Carr at Williamsburg. Books from London. Mr. Maury praises\n                     him. Dabney Carr's position. Samuel Carr's health. Martha well, speaking\n                     French. David Humphries, Mr. Short, T. J. do not speak French so well. Will\n                     send silk for Anna Scott Jefferson. James Madison to forward letters. No news\n                     of Eppington.  [2391]","The Emperor hurt by German Confederation. Need to reestablish trade with\n                     England. Recommends Mr. Barclay be sent to treat with the Barbary States.\n                     Necessity for minister to Portugal. Appointment of William Short as his private\n                     secretary. Pleasure with Land Ordinance of 1785. Adoption of the dollar as the\n                     U. S. monetary unit. Importance of a favorable reception for Benjamin Franklin\n                     in the U. S. Reference to John Adams and Colonel Humphreys.\n                         [67]","Letters to Francis and Elizabeth Wayles Eppes not answered. Jacques LeMaire,\n                     who wrote from Richmond about Maria, carried letters. Daniel and Theodorick\n                     Fitzhugh bring seeds. Daniel Fitzhugh to see Eppes in Richmond. Wants Maria\n                     sent. Nurses, ships, and voyages. Isabel would be a good nurse, or a young lady\n                     going to France or England. Nurse need come only to Havre, l'Orient, or Nantes.\n                     Martha's French better than that of David Humphries, William Short, or T. J.\n                     Emperor and Dutch settled quarrel. Possible trouble with Turks. Mentions\n                     Horsdu-monde, James Hemings.  [2392]","Daniel and Theodorick Fitzhugh stayed longer than expected. Dr. Currie reports\n                     Maria and all are well. Maria's trip to France. Mr. Fitzhugh brings seeds.\n                     Mentions Mr. and Mrs. Skipwith and Maria.  [2393]","Books from Henley. Mentions Mr. Bradford and Mr. Gwatkin. Williamsburg fire.\n                     William and Mary College's altered curriculum. Mentions George Wythe and\n                     professors James McClung and Charles Bellini.  [2393-a]","In unidentified hand.","Travel in France.  [2394]","In France, perhaps for U.S. ministry.  [2397]","Notes in T. J.'s hand with notes in an unidentified hand on the verso.","Third person letter to Hartley, Minister Plenipotentiary from Great Britain,\n                     mentioning the Virginia Resolutions of 19 May 1784.","Accounts of small sums owed the blacksmith shop for each year from 1785 through\n                     1793 contain names of 80 local residents including James Monroe, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Edward Carter, Bennett Henderson, and Nicholas Lewis. Several are\n                     initialled \"G,\" possibly George, the slave in charge of the shop.","Replies to questions propounded by the editor of the Encyclopédie\n                     Politique. Degree to which Congress or the state legislatures regulate foreign\n                     commerce. Reasons why Rhode Island opposes federal regulation, and possible\n                     solutions of the problem. Economic character of Connecticut and Rhode Island.\n                     Right of the Union to compel one state to obedience. Coercion by naval force\n                     less dangerous. Comparison of American government with European forms.\n                         [68]","Will ask Martha to contact aunt. Mr. Short well. Greetings to Mr. and Mrs.\n                     Skipwith and Mrs. Eppes.  [2466]","Bill for clothing.  [69]","Specifications for a tool chest.  [2397-a]","Bill for clothing.  [69]","Bill for scientific apparatus and mathematics instruments.\n                         [70]","Bill for repairing ivory chessmen.  [71]","Bill for clothing.  [69]","Lodging at Mrs. Connor's.  [2398]","Health of T. J., Mrs. Skipwith, Peter Carr with Mr. Maury, Dabney Carr, Jenny\n                     Carr. Samuel Carr not seen. Bolling family at Fairfields. Has Bernard Moore\n                     settled bond for Dabney Carr's law books? Mentions Elizabeth Wayles Eppes,\n                     Eppington, Monticello, Williamsburg.  [2399]","Jefferson sends a letter of introduction for Madame de Gregoire whose family\n                     claimed land in Maine under a grant from the French crown when it held the\n                     province of Arcadia.","Claims against the John Wayles estate by Farrell \u0026 Jones, Mr. Cary,\n                     Mrs. Nick, Kippen \u0026 Co., and T. J. himself. Regrets Polly was not sent\n                     to him. Thanks for gift of anchovies and claret. Mentions Martha Jefferson and\n                     Elizabeth Eppes.  [72]","T. J. tells his daughter what time he will call for her.","T. J. asks her to obtain permission to come to dinner.","Cramp in hand prevents a long letter. He has cleared up her misunderstanding\n                     with Madame de Corny. Greetings to her husband.  [73]","His letters too full of pure affection to go by the public post. Hopes to see\n                     her again. Must trust this to the post-office, but will disguise his seal and\n                     superscription.  [74]","Reason she has not received his letters. Wishes he were with her. Hopes she is\n                     coming to Paris. Possibility of her drawing Natural Bridge and the Peaks of\n                     Otter. Thanks for a gift of songs she has composed.  [75]","Course of study under George Wythe and others. News of his brothers Dabney and\n                     Samuel. References to Charles Bellini, Maria Jefferson, and [Bishop] James\n                     Madison.  [76]","Purchased tea tray.  [2402]","Purchased butter boats, pudding dish.  [2403]","Purchased calico.  [2404]","Purchased sword chains.  [2405]","Purchased coffee urn.  [2406]","Purchased coffee jar.  [2407]","Purchased stewing dish and top.  [2408]","Purchased silver cross.  [2409]","Purchased small silver cross.  [2410]","Purchased bit.  [2411]","Purchased silver candlestick.  [2412]","Letter from Gibraltar. Trouble in Morocco. Writes to Mrs. Barclay at Richmond.\n                     Goes to Philadelphia, hoping to find a letter from Mr. Barclay.\n                         [2414]","[2414-a]","Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. cut chip while visiting Stratford-on-Avon, England.\n                         [2415]","List of vegetables and flowers with proper times for sowing, in French with\n                     English translations.  [77]","Mr. Madison, now member of Congress, has not forwarded all letters. Maria well,\n                     does not want to go to France. Isabel may not go. Health of Peter Carr, Nancy,\n                     and Bolling and Charles Lewis families. Jenny Cary says French Consul at\n                     Williamsburg may go next summer. Mr. Smith commends Dabney. Samuel Carr not\n                     seen. Mrs. Eppes could not bring Maria to Monticello. Inquires after Martha.\n                     Mentions Eppington and Wilson Nicholas.  [2416]","Jefferson writes to Michel Guillaume St. John de Crevecoeur and claims that\n                     Jersey farmers were the first to rediscover the Greek craft of bending a young\n                     sapling to form the circumference of a wheel. He quotes a passage from Homer on\n                     the method and reports that Benjamin Franklin aided the British patent holder\n                     in doing it with seasoned wood.","Mr. Madison to bring letters, including one for Peter Carr. Maria at Eppington.\n                     Health of Mr. Randolph of Dungeness, his eldest son in Scotland, and Jenny\n                     Cary. Mrs. Marshall, née Ambler, insane. Mrs. Page of Rosewell and\n                     Mrs. Nicholas dead.  [2417]","Appointment of members to the Constitutional Convention. Growth of monarchist\n                     strength. Recommends a federal government with supreme power. Change in the\n                     principle of representation.  [78]","Shipment of cones, holly, cedar berries, and myrtle berries. Tobacco at\n                     Monticello and Bedford. Colonel Lewis has the whole management of Jefferson's\n                     affairs. Polly will go to France with the French consul and his wife. Claret\n                     has arrived. Mentions Mr. Beall of Williamsburg and Mr. Bondfield.\n                         [79]","Instructions regarding her responsibilities for her sister Maria.\n                         [80]","Requests payment of T. J.'s account, April 18-May, 1786","Maria Jefferson about to sail to France. Report on his studies at William and\n                     Mary under George Wythe; Wythe's religious views. Samuel and Dabney Carr's\n                     education. Wishes to \"get the polish of Europe\". Mentions Martha Jefferson and\n                     Matthew Maury.  [81]","Maria going to France. Sad to leave Eppington and Mrs. Eppes. Saw Sam Carr.\n                     Servant murdered baby of Mr. Stannard who married daughter of Ned Carter. Nancy\n                     well. Lucy Randolph married Frenchman.  [2418]","Madame de Traubenheim says Martha unwell. Maria in England.\n                         [2419]","Description of trip to Italy, mentioning Turin, Milan, Genoa, Nice, Col de\n                     Tende, Chateau de Saorgis. Wishes she would come to Paris.\n                         [82]","Will ride with Martha and Miss Annesley.  [2421]","He does not deserve a long letter. Discusses his trip through Italy, mentioning\n                     Turin, Genoa, Milan. She has finally met Madame de Corny. Letters and a parcel\n                     for the Duchess of Kingston.  [83]","Dabney Carr estate unpaid for Bernard Moore's purchase of Dabney Carr's books.\n                     Favorable accounts of her sons, Peter, Samuel, and Dabney Carr, received from\n                     George Wythe and [Bishop] James Madison. References to Nicholas Lewis, Martha\n                     Jefferson, Maria Jefferson, Lucy Carr, and Nancy Carr.  [84]","Dabney Carr estate unpaid for Bernard Moore's purchase of Dabney Carr's books.\n                     Favorable accounts of her sons, Peter, Samuel, and Dabney Carr, received from\n                     George Wythe and [Bishop] James Madison. References to Nicholas Lewis, Martha\n                     Jefferson, Maria Jefferson, Lucy Carr, and Nancy Carr. Wants report on\n                     Monticello fruit trees. Maria's trip to Paris.  [84] ,\n                         [2422] ,  [2425]","T. J. comments on the memorial Churchman sent regarding \"a table of variations\n                     of the needle for all different meridians whatever,\" to be applied during a\n                     voyage between America and Europe; expresses difficulties that would occur;\n                     discusses the need to address questions raised by the French Academy of\n                     Science; and ending with, \"I shall be happy that our country may have the\n                     honour of furnishing the old world what it has so long sought in vain.\"\n                     Jefferson may be referring for the work Churchman eventually published in\n                     Philadelphia in 1790:  An explanation of the magnetic\n                        atlas, or variationchart, hereto annexed, projected on a plan entirely new,\n                        by which the magnetic variation on any part of the globe may be precisely\n                        determined.","Advice on religion and on travel in Europe.  [85]","Need for powerful federal government in foreign affairs.  [86]","Concerning the Constitutional Convention. Predicts federal sovereignty in\n                     foreign affairs and in matters relative to all the states, means of enforcement\n                     for the national government, separation of powers.  [87]","Describes education system in use in his academy.  [88]","Observations on the Constitutional Convention. Federal government to operate on\n                     individuals not on the states. Division of power between executive and\n                     legislative branches, and between Federal and State governments. Adjustment of\n                     interests of large and small states. Sectional interests. Extensive discussion\n                     of precedents and questions involved in these matters. Reasons why only three\n                     Virginia names are subscribed to the Constitution. Discussion of public opinion\n                     of the Constitution, state by state. References to Samuel Chase, Patrick Henry,\n                     James Innes, Arthur Lee, Richard Henry Lee, James McClurg, John Marshall,\n                     George Mason, James Mercer, William Paca, Mann Page, Edmund Pendleton, George\n                     Washington, and George Wythe.  [89]","Peter Carr to carry letter to Mr. Madison. Maria's trip. Judgment against\n                     Bernard Moore. Trip to Buck Island. Criticizes Hastings Marks. Jack Carr says\n                     Marks and Hudson Martin to go to Kentucky. Sold cook, Lewis. Archibald Cary\n                     died. Health of Cary's son Arche, and of Peter and Dabney Carr. Mrs. Bolling's\n                     son died. Polly Cary married Mr. Peachy. Letter for Martha.\n                         [2423]","Dinner invitations for Messrs. d'Hancarville, St. André, Niemscevicz,\n                     and Count Btocki. Wishes she had seen more of Jefferson while in Paris.\n                         [91]","Education at William and Mary interrupted by lack of funds. Need for Spanish\n                     dictionary. Requests advice on matters of importance in his life. News of Sam\n                     and Dabney Carr. References to Mr. Elder, Martha and Maria Jefferson [Bishop]\n                     James Madison, and George Wythe.  [90]","Copy used by Jefferson, containing his manuscript additions, revisions, maps,\n                     and plates. Bound into this book are eleven letters of Edward D. Ingraham of\n                     Philadelphia and John Spear Smith, 1845-1847, dealing with a proposed\n                     publication of the  Notes  from this copy, then\n                     owned by Smith. No edition of the  Notes  having\n                     appeared between 1847 and 1853, it can be assumed that Smith's work was either\n                     not published or was published by J. W. Randolph in 1853 without mention of\n                     Smith's editorial work.  [92]","[2426]","Thanks for news of Polly Jefferson. Mentions Martha Jefferson, Martha Jefferson\n                     Carr, and Anna Jefferson Marks.  [93]","Pain of parting. Illness of M. de Corny. Arrival of Mrs. Church. Wishes she had\n                     fewer friends and servants so he might have more time alone with her.\n                         [94]","Has not written because he could find no private conveyance. Choice of a tea\n                     vase in which Mrs. Church and Mr. Turnbull have helped. Compliments to Mr.\n                     Cosway.  [95]","Warren Hastings' trial. Ratification of the Constitution. Lack of religious\n                     toleration for Protestants in France. (The printed copies address the letter to\n                     William Edward Rutledge; however, Jefferson's \"Epistolary Record\" refers to the\n                     letter as to John Rutledge, Jr.)  [96]","Hopes for ratification of Constitution with amendment of its defects.\n                         [97]","Virginia's opposition to ratification of the Constitution will produce\n                     beneficial amendments. Bill of Rights.  [98]","Mentions Madame de Corny, \"Kitty\" [Catharine Church] and the girls and invites\n                     Mrs. Church to Monticello. Compares the beauty and charm of America to Europe.\n                     Affectionate and complimentary.","Course of study at William and Mary. Books received from John Paradise, but not\n                     from T. J. Mentions George Wythe.  [99]","Reasons he has not written. Prefers the paintings of Van der Werff and Carlo\n                     Dolce to Rubens. Trip to Dusseldorff, Heidelberg, and Strasbourg. Mentions\n                     Laurence Sterne, Princess Lubomirski, and M. de Simoulin.\n                         [100]","Angry that he does not write more often. Suggests he come to England. Mentions\n                     John Trumbull, William Short, Mme. Palivae de Corny, Luigi Marchesi, Richard\n                     Cosway.  [101]","Jefferson writes regarding a bill to be paid to the company.","The Constitution should be ratified with two amendments: a bill of rights and a\n                     law preventing re-election of the president. Confidence in Washington.\n                         What shall be done about Rhode Island? [102]","Massachusetts' ratification of the Constitution. Two amendments needed: bill of\n                     rights and expunging the principle of necessary rotation in office. States\n                     should ratify first and amend later.  [103]","Madame de Corney to take her to opera. Maria with T. J.  [2427]","Writes note to him only because Mr. Trumbull knows a person who is going to see\n                     T. J.; charges that T. J. neglects her.  [104]","Ratification of the Constitution by Massachusetts, South Carolina. Benjamin\n                     Barton has arrived. Mentions Colonel Smith.  [105]","Wrote to Francis Eppes. Renting estates. European tobacco prices. Rent from\n                     Garth and Mousley in Bedford, and Hickman and Smith in Albemarle. Mr. Eppes to\n                     help sell Cumberland and Elkhill land to pay Jones and McCaul. Protection for\n                     slaves. Debts to Mr. Braxton, Dr. Walker, Mr. Smith, Donald Scott, Dr. Reid,\n                     Col. Bannister, Phripp and Bowden of Norfolk, Hierom Gaines, Frank Gaines,\n                     William Chisholm, Johnson, Watson and Orr, Robinson, Bennet, and Callaway. Mr.\n                     Donald will take note. Mentions Monticello and Virginia. Mrs. Lewis sent corn\n                     that surpasses Italian and French corns. Great George, Ursula, Betty Hemings,\n                     Martin, and Bob not to be hired out.  [2428]","Ratification of the Constitution. New York is doubtful and Rhode Island against\n                     it.  [106]","Begging a letter from him. M. St. Andre has asked for a letter for T. J.\n                         [107]","Congratulations on South Carolina's ratification of the Constitution. A bill of\n                     rights is necessary. Regrets abandonment of principle of rotation in office for\n                     the president and senators.  [108]","Public triumph of her engraving of the \"Hours.\" Request for a design for his\n                     visiting cards.  [109]","\"Cease to chide me . . . I am incapable of forgetting or neglecting you.\"\n                         [110]","Concerning the ratification of the Constitution by New Hampshire and New York.\n                         [111]","Advises that he learn Spanish. Advice on learning, health, and virtue. Mentions\n                     George Wythe.  [112]","Paradise, of James City County, now of Paris, appoints Burwell of Carter's\n                     Grove to manage affairs and to pay debt to Edward Bancroft and William Anderson\n                     of London. Witnessed by T. J., William Short, and Phillip Mazzei.\n                         [2429]","Ratification of the Constitution; the Bill of Rights; abandonment of the\n                     principle of rotation in the Senate and presidency.  [113]","Gratitude for the gift of the urn. Mentions the John Trumbull portrait of\n                     himself and his own friendship with [Maria] Cosway and Angelica Church. Refers\n                     to his plans to carry animals and plants back to America in the spring and\n                     requests that she meet him and his daughters in Havre, France. Mentions serving\n                     in Congress in 1775 with Philip John Schuyler. Relates that he left \"Kitty\"\n                     [Catharine Church] at the Chaussee d'Antin and consulted with Madame de Corny\n                     of the Convent.","Thanks for his compliments for her  Hours. \n                     She will work on his visiting card when she can. Jefferson's return to America.\n                     Plans trip to Italy. She now has a picture of T. J. Mentions Angelica Church,\n                     John Trumbull, Richard Cosway.  [114]","Discusses plans to execute her commission for the volumes of the  Antiquités d'Herculanum.  Mentions \"Kitty\"\n                     [Catharine Church] and her writing in French and Madame de Corny and a mishap\n                     in her carriage. Refers to the question of the new Constitution and comments\n                     that \"the tender breasts of ladies were not formed for political convulsion\n                     ....\"","Design for his visiting card. Jefferson goes to America; she to Italy. Suggests\n                     she go by way of Col de Tende and see the castle of Saorgio. Would prefer her\n                     to come to U. S. with Mrs. Church and John Trumbull, to sketch Natural Bridge\n                     and Niagara Falls.  [115]","Announcing the death of Charles III of Spain.  [116]","Ratification of Constitution; Bill of Rights; re-eligibility of the president.\n                         [117]","Presenting Mrs. Hannah Cowley, the first female dramatic author in England.\n                         [118]","[2430]","Ratification of Constitution a proof that whenever the people are\n                     well-informed, they can be trusted with their government.\n                         [119]","Comments on severe winter. News of Princess Lubomirski, M. D'Hancarville, Mrs.\n                     Church. Mr. Trumbull, and Mr. Short. Mme. de Brehan disappointed with America's\n                     lack of simplicity.  [120]","Mrs. Church's trip to America. Requests true account of French Revolution since\n                     English neswspapers are all biased. Hopes he has seen Mrs. Cowley.\n                         [121]","Leaves for America for six months. France a scene of tumult. Wishes she would\n                     join Mrs. Church in America. Discourse on the nature of their friendship.\n                         [122]","Recent illness. Reading and attending congressional debates in N Y. George\n                     Wythe's educational methods. Study of modern languages more useful than that of\n                     ancient ones. Spanish. Books in his father's library. References to Samuel and\n                     Dabney Carr, James Madison, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [123]","Denies proposing to Mr. Necker to sell American corn and flour to France, as\n                     understood by Monsieur de Mirabeau. Told John Jay that Necker favored such\n                     sale. Extract of letter published in American gazette. Wishes Lafayette to\n                     convey facts to French assembly.  [2430-a]","Violence in the French Revolution. Introduces Gouverneur Morris.\n                         [124]","Acknowledges letter sent by Gouverneur Morris. Sends note by John Trumbull.\n                         [125]","Conspiracy against George III. Finds Mr. Morris very enjoyable. Asks about\n                     affairs in France. Introduces her brother. Mentions Mr. Trumbull.\n                         [126]","Reasons why he did not see more of her brother. Departure for America.\n                         [128]","Trip to America. Note from Mr. Milne of the cording and spinning operation of\n                     la Muette. No news of Mrs. Bingham.  [2431]","Offering T. J. the post of Secretary of State. Suggests Roger Alden as\n                     Assistant Secretary. Papers in the care of John Jay and Henry Remsen.\n                         [130]","Leaves soon for America. Hopes to see her in Paris in April if matters are\n                     \"tranquilized\".  [131]","Requesting an answer, when convenient, to his offer of the post of Secretary of\n                     State to T. J.  [132]","Will accept the post of Secretary of State if Washington thinks best, but feels\n                     most suited to his present post as Minister to France. Possible commercial\n                     treaties with France.  [133]","Jefferson requests the unidentified correspondent to convey an enclosed letter\n                     [not present] to Paris.","The complaint was brought in the Caroline County, Va., court by Francis Eppes,\n                     Henry Skipwith, and Thomas Jefferson, executors of John Wayles, against Thomas\n                     Lomax, for a debt of 184 pounds 10 shillings owed to Wayles.","Includes sketch.  [2432, N-541]","Building in form of a Greek cross, with framing plan. (Probably a development\n                     of N-490.) See also N-537.  [N-496]","Requests forwarding of letters to Colonel Lewis. James Brown will pay postage.\n                         [134]","Tobacco owed to the late Mr. M[?]. Mentions Nicholas Lewis, Mr. Coleman, and\n                     Mr. Ross.  [135]","Protests survey by James Marks of the boundary between Randolph's Edgehill and\n                     John Harvie's property.  [136]","Finances of Mr. and Mrs. John Paradise. Nathaniel Burwell's aid to them.\n                     Mentions Dr. Bancroft, Mr. Wilkinson.  [2433]","Asking that he accept Dabney Carr as a student in his school. Prescribes course\n                     of study. Nicholas Lewis will pay expenses. Asks information regarding an\n                     edition of \"septuagist\" (Septuagint?). Respects to Mrs. Maury.\n                         [137]","Enclosing a letter.  [138]","Refusing her offer of a bed. Future plans; visit to Buck Island.\n                         [139]","Details of the settlement of Peter Jefferson's estate, mentioning accounts of\n                     Kippen \u0026 Co., Dabney Carr, Sr., Alexander McCaul; expenses while a\n                     student at William and Mary and under George Wythe; payment of his sisters'\n                     portions; expenses of maintaining the family charged to the estate; division\n                     between Randolph and Thomas. John Harvie and John Nicholas, Sr., the other\n                     executors.  [140]","Boundary dispute regarding land bought by Harvie from James Marks, bordering on\n                     property of Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr., James Hickman, Martin Key, and William\n                     Watson. Anderson Bryan, the official surveyor. Map of the land in dispute.\n                         [141]","Encloses a letter to be read and posted. [incorrectly dated 1791]\n                         [142]","Encloses copy of his letter of 10 January to Dr. Thomas Walker concerning Peter\n                     Jefferson's estate. Confusion regarding board and clothing of his sisters,\n                     charged to the estate.  [143]","Arrival of Mr. Madison. Confidence in Jefferson's ability to carry out\n                     important duties of Secretary of State. Public satisfaction with Jefferson's\n                     French ministry. No alteration likely in the commission from the United States\n                     to the Court of France.  [144]","T. J. and Randolph Jefferson settled estate of Peter Jefferson with John\n                     Nicholas. Provisions for sisters, Anna Scott Jefferson, and lands. Cost of T.\n                     J.'s education, some owed to Thomas Walker. Accounts with Dabney Carr, Kippen\n                     and Company, John Walker, and Francis Walker.  [2434]","Marriage of Martha Jefferson and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Property\n                     settlements. Wedding plans.  [145]","Settlement of account of Kippen \u0026 Co. against Peter Jefferson's estate.\n                     Mentions Thomas Walker, an executor, and Alexander McCaul.\n                         [146]","Tatham writes concerning maps, histories, and guidebooks of Virginia and the\n                     South which he has proposed writing and for which he is currently compiling\n                     material.","Conveying 1,000 acres of land in Bedford County, a portion of Poplar Forest,\n                     together with all its appurtenances, slaves (27 in all), and livestock, given\n                     to Martha upon her marriage to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Includes Jefferson's\n                     map of Poplar Forest. Mentions a similar conveyance of property in Henrico\n                     County, called Varina, from Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr., to Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr.  [147]","[2435]","Largely fruit trees.  [2436]","Unable to find any books, papers throwing light on Dabney Carr's transactions\n                     with Thomas Walker. Difficulties in procuring Coke on Littleton. References to\n                     Martha and Maria Jefferson and to James Minor.  [148]","Hopes Lewis' health better. Mentions Mrs. Lewis.  [226]","Wanted to visit Eppington, but must go to New York. Maria will stay with Mrs.\n                     Eppes. Maria's Spanish studies and Don Quixote.  [2437]","Settlement of Peter Jefferson's estate. Mentions accounts and payments of R.\n                     (John?) Harvie, A. Donald and Alexander McCaul.  [149]","Box of plants for the Comtesse de Tessé, for which William Short, U.\n                     S. Charge at Paris, will pay charges.  [150]","Ship box of plants for the Comtesse de Tessé to M. Lamotte at le Havre\n                     or Mr. Coffin at Dunkerque.  [151]","Purchase of a horse. Will go to New York by stage because of deep snow. Offers\n                     any services he can render in New York.  [152]","Box of plants for Mme. la Comtesse de Tessé. Charge expenses to\n                     William Short, U. S. Chargé d'Affaires at Paris.\n                         [153]","Ship box of plants for the Comtesse de Tessé to M. Lamotte at le Havre\n                     or Mr. Coffin at Dunkerque. Recipient's copy of  [151] ,\n                     above.","[2438]","Proof of payment to Dabney Carr's estate rests with Dr. Thomas Walker. List of\n                     law readings. References to Coke on Littleton, to James Monroe, and to Dabney\n                     Carr, Jr.  [154]","News of Mrs. Trist and Miss Rittenhouse for Martha and Maria.\n                         [227]","Ordering set of porcelain from the Indies.  [155]","Opposition to the Constitution has disappeared with the amendments; the\n                     \"vaut-rien\" Rhode Island will soon come over.  [156]","Martha's marriage to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [157]","News of Mrs. Trist, Miss Rittenhouse, Mrs. Buchanan, and Miss Holliday.\n                     Difficulty in procuring a house in New York. Misses Martha and Maria.\n                     Admonishes her to cherish her husband.  [158]","News of Mrs. Trist, Miss Rittenhouse, Mrs. Buchanan, and Miss Holliday.\n                     Difficulty in procuring a house in New York. Misses Martha and Maria.\n                     Admonishes her to cherish her husband. Copy of  [158] ,\n                     above.","Acts of Congress on Western land claims of North Carolina and exportation of\n                     uninspected goods.  [2439]","Official notification of his recall to be transmitted to the King and to M. de\n                     Montmarin. U. S. will repay its foreign debts, although the act of Congress may\n                     be too late to save the French court. Parts missing from officer's fusilss.\n                     Negotiation for captives in the line. Requests authentic data to supplement\n                     information in Leyden Gazette and lies in the British press. Mentions Jacques\n                     Necker.  [159]","Requesting a letter. Asks about Don Quixote. Mentions Mr. Randolph, Francis,\n                     and Elizabeth Wayles Eppes.  [160]","Requesting a letter. Asks about Don Quixote. Mentions Mr. Randolph, Francis,\n                     and Elizabeth Wayles Eppes.  [2440]","Requesting a letter. Asks about Don Quixote. Mentions Mr. Randolph, Francis,\n                     and Elizabeth Wayles Eppes.  [2440]","Letter from agent's wife regarding conditions at Bedford County (Poplar Forest)\n                     and Shadwell. Mr. Lewis' illness, measles among the slaves at Bedford prices of\n                     wheat and tobacco. Mentions Mr. Clark and Mr. Meriwether Sends ham, venison,\n                     and bacon.  [21]","Introducing Mr. Horry, a nephew of General Pinckney.  [161]","Introducing Mr. Horry.  [162]","Trip to Richmond. Report on her reading and music. Reference to Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.  [163]","Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha, and Maria are not good correspondents.\n                     Encloses Fenno's Gazette which will henceforth copy news from the Leyden\n                     Gazette. Hopes the Randolphs will settle at Edgehill.  [164]","Discussion of reading of Blackstone and Coke. Debates in the House of\n                     Representatives. References to Maria Jefferson, James Madison, James Monroe,\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Martha Randolph.  [165]","No news from Maria, Martha, or Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [2441]","Opinion, given as member of Washington's cabinet, on Georgia's right to grant\n                     lands to which the Indian claims have not yet been extinguished.\n                         [166]","Introduction for Judge James Wilson of federal Supreme Court who will be in\n                     Charlottesville on his circuit. Regards to Mrs. Lewis.\n                         [2441-a]","News of Martha and Maria.  [167]","An account of her day.  [168]","Plans to settle at Varina, and to buy small farm near Monticello. Illness due\n                     to sun stroke. Superiority of New England farmers to Virginia overseers.\n                         [169]","Jefferson sends copies of an act of Congress concerned with the Judicial\n                     Process [not present].","Accounts with Daniel Ross \u0026 Co. Has been served with a writ on account\n                     of the Prince of Wayles (sic) cargo.  [170]","Is glad she is going to settle in Albemarle. Possibility of moving the\n                     government to Philadelphia. Recurrent headaches. Sailing party with the\n                     President. Mentions Maria Jefferson and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [171]","No clerkship available. Advises study of law in Albemarle where he can share\n                     the use of T. J.'s library with Peter Carr. Outline of course of reading.\n                         [172]","Introducing his relative, Garland Jefferson, for whom Jefferson is providing\n                     board, room, and the use of his law books.  [173]","Introducing Garland Jefferson, his relative.  [174]","Recurrent headaches. Introducing Garland Jefferson, who will share with him the\n                     use of Jefferson's books. Recommendations for his study of law. Possibility of\n                     Congress' moving to Baltimore. Money paid to Dr. Walker, on account of [Dabney\n                     Carr's?] estate.  [175]","Headache. Appreciates Mrs. Eppes's care of Maria. House of Representatives to\n                     remove to Baltimore, but Senate may not concur, wishing to go instead to\n                     Philadelphia. New York climate. Mentions Francis Eppes.  [2442]","Wants Maria's pudding when in Virginia. Foods, birds, maxims, and books.\n                     Headache.  [2443]","Receipt of Mrs. Lewis' letter. Recurrent headaches. Enclosed grains of highland\n                     rice. Advises concentration on wheat rather than tobacco. Price of tobacco.\n                     Congress may remove to Baltimore or Philadelphia. Hams sent by Mrs. Lewis.\n                         [176]","Amendments to the Constitution.  [177]","Apology to the Society of St. Patrick for not accepting their invitation.\n                     Possible sojourn in Philadelphia.  [178]","Returning a letter (of introduction?) for which he expresses thanks.\n                         [179]","Discourse on integrity.  [3127]","May move Maria to New York or Philadelphia when Congress moves. John Trumbull\n                     and paintings in Philadelphia. Letter from Mme. de Corny. Mentions Mrs.\n                     Hamilton, Mr. Church, and Kitty Church.  [2444]","May move Maria to New York or Philadelphia when Congress moves. John Trumbull\n                     and paintings in Philadelphia. Letter from Mme. de Corny. Mentions Mrs.\n                     Hamilton, Mr. Church, and Kitty Church.","Enclosing, to the Governor of New York, a copy of the enabling act for\n                     establishing U. S. courts in the State of Rhode Island.  [180]","Good price for wheat. French Revolution. French West Indies open for trade.\n                     Removal of government to Philadelphia.  [186]","Spanish lessons, chickens, books, crops, weather, and family.\n                         [2445]","Reports on reading for law. Dabney has all needed books. Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., and Patsy at Eppington. His mother ill.  [181]","Thanks for T. J.'s patronage. Will soon leave Washington Henry Academy for law\n                     study in Albemarle.  [182]","Sending the New York Governor copies of the 11. S. Census Act, the act\n                     respecting Rhode Island, and the act for the purchase of the District of\n                     Columbia.  [183]","Advice on her attitude toward Gabriella Harvie, in the event that Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Sr., should marry Gabriella. Prospect of buying land near Edgehill\n                     from Mr.  [John?] H[arvie?],  with\n                     Colonel Monroe as intermediary.  [184]","Aunt Skipwith recovering. Books: Barthélemy's Anacharsis and Gibbon's\n                     Roman Empire. Repairs to Monticello pianoforte.  [2446]","Bob Hemings to take account of Tarquin to Fitzhugh on way to Fredericksburg.\n                     Tarquin lame. Unfavorable rate of exchange prevents drawing on Amsterdam\n                     bankers for Tarquin's price. Mentions packets.  [2447]","Specifications for quarters for the State Department, to be rented from Mr.\n                     Leiper.  [185]","Specifications for quarters for the State Department, to be rented from Mr.\n                     Leiper.  [185]","Letters from Francis and her. Eppington to Richmond mail slow. Mentions\n                     Martha's maid. May establish Martha in Albemarle. Will consult with her about\n                     Maria at Monticello.  [2449]","Maria owes him letters. Will see her and Francis and Elizabeth Wayles Eppes at\n                     Monticello. Mentions puddings and Spanish studies.  [2448]","Randolph's recommendation of Mr. Thompson for consulship in the Canary Islands.\n                     T. J.'s attitude toward personal recommendations of this type. English\n                     undecided as to peace or war. Report on measures, weights, and coins. Declines\n                     membership in the Society of Edinburgh. Model of T. J.'s mouldboard plow.\n                         [187]","Superiority of the Constitution to the Articles of Confederation.\n                         [188]","Plans for return to Monticello in September. Arrangements for residence in\n                     Philadelphia. Model of mouldboard plow. Mentions David Randolph, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., Martin (slave), Mr. Fitzhugh,  [James] Brown , Maria Jefferson.  [189]","Plans for return to Monticello in September. Arrangements for residence in\n                     Philadelphia. Model of mouldboard plow. Mentions David Randolph, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., Martin (slave), Mr. Fitzhugh, [James] Brown, Maria Jefferson.\n                         [189]","Commission to Short, U. S. Chargé at Paris, to purchase forty bottles\n                     of champagne from M. Dorsey of Aij [Aix?], Champagne. Mentions a M. Cousin.\n                         [190]","Memorandum for the purchase of mahogany tables. Martha's marriage to Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr.  [191]","Visit to Rhode Island with President Washington. Plans for return to\n                     Monticello. Harness from France. Marriage of Lady Caroline Tufton. War between\n                     England and Spain. Mentions Mr. Rutledge and Maria Jefferson.\n                         [192]","19th century copy. Horse buying. Mentions Monticello.  [2450]","Return to Monticello via Alexandria, Newgate, or Fredericksburg with James\n                     Madison. Directs slave Bob to go to Monticello. Order for a carriage horse.\n                         [193]","Singing lessons. Dates for arrival of peas, strawberries, marlin swallows, and\n                     whippoorwills.  [194]","Order for table cloths, blankets, teakettle, sugar, cheese, and chocolate for\n                     Monticello.  [195]","Purchase of a horse from Madison. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [196]","Sale of lands on the James River opposite Elk Island to pay his part of Mr.\n                     Wayles' debt to Farrell \u0026 Jones.  [197]","Terms for purchase of a horse. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [198]","To the Chief Clerk of the Secretary of the State's Office concerning\n                     recognition of Mr. McDonogh by the U. S. Government. Renting of T. J.'s house.\n                     Enclosure for William Short. Reference to Mr. Bruce.  [199]","Visited Richmond to buy Edgehill from Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr. for Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., and to sell Cumberland lands to William Ronald. Will sell\n                     Elkhill. John Hanson's mortgage on Cumberland and Beaverdam lands. Received at\n                     Annapolis Hanbury's account against John Wayles. Cannot visit Eppington.\n                     Suggests that John Wayles Eppes go to Princeton College or to Philadelphia\n                     College, may use T. J.'s law books at Eppington or at Mr. Lewis's where James\n                     Monroe can assist him. Mentions Mr. and Mrs. [Henry?] Skipwith.\n                         [200]","Visited Richmond to buy Edgehill from Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr. for Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., and to sell Cumberland lands to William Ronald. Will sell\n                     Elkhill. John Hanson's mortgage on Cumberland and Beaverdam lands. Received at\n                     Annapolis Hanbury's account against John Wayles. Cannot visit Eppington.\n                     Suggests that John Wayles Eppes go to Princeton College or to Philadelphia\n                     College, may use T. J.'s law books at Eppington or at Mr. Lewis's where James\n                     Monroe can assist him. Mentions Mr. and Mrs. [Henry?] Skipwith.\n                         [2451]","Mr. Inis has not credited his tobacco at just prices.  [201]","Debt settlement with Mr. Ross. Sale of Elkhill.  [2452]","Has mentioned the subject (a government post?) Dr. Currie desired to the\n                     gentleman who was to call on him.  [202]","Col. Thomas Mann Randolph's objections to the purchase of Edgehill for Martha\n                     and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Little prospect of buying from Mr. [Edward]\n                     Carter.  [203]","Offers to compromise points at issue in the purchase of Edgehill for Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr.: price, slaves, land included.  [204]","Wine and papers in ship Henrietta, Benjamin Wicks, master, from Havre de Grace.\n                     Witnessed by Sharp Delany and Frederick Phily.  [2454]","Purchase of a horse; Mr. Vernon's horse too expensive.  [205]","Arbitration of affairs of Mr. Mercer.  [2455]","Departing for Philadelphia. Purchase of Edgehill from Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr.\n                     for Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Negotiations with Mr. Carter. Martha at\n                     Monticello, perhaps with Maria. Will see John Wayles Eppes in Philadelphia.\n                         [2456]","Duplicates item  [2456] .  [2457]","Land purchased by Harvie from James Marks, to which Jefferson had a prior\n                     claim.  [206]","Concerning a letter forwarded to Mr. William Short. Recurrent headaches.\n                         [207]","Papers on the matter in dispute with Mr. and Mrs. Reddick to be given to a\n                     lawyer, possibly Colonel Monroe, who will defend Sam Carr in the aid of Mr.\n                     Ronald. The attorney should decide on the advisability of a separate suit for\n                     waste.  [208]","Discusses Dr. Thomas Walker's and John Harvie's settlement of Alexander\n                     McCaul's claim against Peter Jefferson's estate.  [2458-a]","Concerning Alexander McCaul's account [against Peter Jefferson's estate],\n                     mentioning two executors, Thomas Walker and John Harvie. Account against Mr.\n                     Carr's estate has been turned over to Peter Carr.  [209]","See also item  [209] .  [2458]","Conveys Suck and child Philip Evans, Scilla and children Suck, John, Dick, and\n                     George, and Molly, daughter of Mary. Witnessed by Nicholas Lewis and John\n                     Garland Jefferson.  [2459]","Scurrilous piece written against the inhabitants of Charlottesville by a Mr.\n                     Rind, which has been attributed to Peter Carr and Garland Jefferson. Need for\n                     Garland to leave Charlottesville. Mr. Lewis will pay Dr. Walker's account\n                     against Dabney Carr, Sr., since T. J. still owes the Carr estate.\n                         [210]","Nicholas Lewis will pay balance owed to Donald by T. J.  [211]","Delays his opinion on the case of Mr. Harmer's will until his papers arrive\n                     from Paris. Mentions James Madison.  [212]","Wheat crop has cleared all debts except those to  [William] Jones  and Kippen \u0026 Co.,\n                     which will be paid from the tobacco crop.  [213]","Anderson's account of the Hebrides mislaid. Will give up purchase of Edgehill\n                     from his father. Possible sale of glebe at Varina. Considering purchase of\n                     Mazzei's place, plus 300 acres from Colonel Carter.  [214]","Boarding with Hilton. Determined on Jefferson's and Carr's advice to break off\n                     with the unfortunate Rind.  [215]","Thanks for pamphlet and chart. M. Le Roy will distribute pamphlets in Paris.\n                         [216]","Distribution of John Churchman's variation charts and pamphlets.\n                         [217]","Estimate of sums owed to, and charges against, the estate of Peter Jefferson.\n                     Includes state and county taxes, cost of Dabney Carr's education, value of\n                     crops of corn, wheat, and tobacco.  [218]","Plan for regular family correspondence. Messages from Mrs. Waters (née\n                     Rittenhouse) and Mrs. Trist. Arrival of furniture from Paris. France is\n                     emitting great sums of paper money. Possibility of war. Price of wheat.\n                     Mentions Maria Jefferson and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [219]","Col. Bell at Charlottesville will forward reply. Letters to Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., Martha, and Maria. Letter from Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. at\n                     Richmond. House in Philadelphia.  [2460]","Recipient's copy of item  [2460] .  [2461]","Furniture to be forwarded from Norfolk to Monticello.  [220]","Mr. Mazzei authorizes sale of Colle. Possibilities of purchasing [Edward]\n                     Carter's land adjoining. Instructions for planting sugar maple and paccan\n                     (pecan) nut trees. Official account of the western expedition. Wheat prices.\n                     Mentions [Nicholas] Lewis.  [221]","Opinion of the Attorney General on Philip Wilson's application.\n                         [222]","A scolding letter requesting that she write. Furniture delayed. Mentions Maria\n                     Jefferson and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [223]","Payments to Kippen, Richard Randolph, Capt. William Meriwether, and Mr. Walker.\n                     Mr. Harvie and Mr. McCaul paid by Thomas Walker. Mentions Presque Isle.\n                         [2462]","[2463]","Prices in Philadelphia. Note on verso mentions expenses of personnel in the\n                     Foreign Affairs and War and Marine offices.  [2464]","[2465], [N-436]","Lists more than 5000 acres in Monticello, Shadwell, and his other tracts in\n                     Albemarle County, plus 474 acres deeded to Philip Mazzei et al. for the purpose\n                     of maturing wine. Also listed are 157 acres including Natural Bridge in\n                     Rockbridge County, and a lot in Richmond. Details all patents and conveyances\n                     from the original patent until the land was deeded to Peter or Thomas\n                     Jefferson. Portions of his lands had passed through the following hands: Nelson\n                     Anderson, William Byrd, Edward Carter, John Carter, Jonathan Clarke,\n                     ----Crawford, Thomas Garth, Thomas Graves, John Harvie, Edwin Hickman, James\n                     Hickman, Thomas Hickman, William Hickman, James Marks, Walter Monsley, William\n                     Randolph, Robert Sharpe, John Smith, Joseph Smith, Philip Smith, and Thomas\n                     Smith. Mentions Lord Dunmore.  [225]","Lists Bentivoglio, Gordon's, Orange Court House, Downey's Ford, Stevensburg,\n                     Norman's Ford, Elk run Church, Slate run Church, Gaines's, Bullrun, Songster's,\n                     Fairfax Court House, Falls Church, Rapidan, Robinson, Culpeper Court House,\n                     Hedeman, Jefferson, Fauquier Court House, Lacy's Leesburg, Knowland's Cross\n                     Roads, Frederick, Md., German's Gap, Kennerly's, Narrow Passage, Woodstock,\n                     Stover's, Zane's, Winchester, Threetons, McCormack's, Harper's Ferry, Strode's,\n                     Somerville's mill, Wren's, Ravensworth, Richard Fitzhugh, Greenwich, Madison's\n                     Cave, Gilbert's, Colchester, Dumfries, Thomas's, Jones's, Thomson's, Newgate,\n                     Georgetown ferry, and Alexandria.  [2467]","Angry that she has not written. Mentions Charlottesville. Incorrectly dated\n                     1790.  [228]","Angry that she has not written. Mentions Charlottesville. Incorrect date of\n                     1790 corrected by T. J.  [2468]","Angry that she has not written. Mentions Charlottesville. Duplicates items\n                         [228]  and  [2468] .  [2469]","Had hoped to see John Wayles Eppes, but house not done. Peace between Great\n                     Britain and Spain has affected American produce unfavorably. Mentions John\n                     Hanson, crops, Elizabeth Wayles Eppes. Increasing demand for wheat in France.\n                         [2470]","Duplicates item 2470.  [2471]","News from William Short in France: sale of church lands, riot in Paris which\n                     destroyed M. de Castrie's furniture. Copy of the  \n                        Encyclopédie  and of Buffon's works for Mr. Randolph. Needs\n                     warm stockings. Letter for a neighbor from Paris. Mentions Maria Jefferson.\n                         [229]","Mr. Carrol[l] will not act as one of the commissioners for the federal seat.\n                     President thinks Major L'Enfant qualified to make a survey of the ground.\n                         [230]","Importance of the French Revolution in preventing our falling back to the\n                     halfway house, the English Constitution. Fears effect of fiscal arrangements by\n                     our government. Need to augment numbers in the House of Representatives to give\n                     more representation to farmers. Madison's esteem for Mason. Is endeavoring to\n                     get distinction for the French, our useful customers. Send copy of a report.\n                         [231]","Jefferson asks Brown to forward a commission about a tobacco sale to D. Hytton,\n                     or in Hytton's absence to execute it himself. A letter for a Captain Colley is\n                     also mentioned.","News of Martha Jefferson Randolph and her daughter, Anne Cary Randolph.\n                         [232]","Martha's baby, Anne Cary Randolph. Sends John Gregory's  Comparative view of the state and faculties of man with those of the animal\n                        world  for Martha. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. and Jennie.\n                     Spanish and harpsichord lessons.  [2472]","Recipient's copy. Martha's baby, Anne Cary Randolph. Sends John Gregory's\n                         Comparative view of the state and faculties of man\n                        with those of the animal world  for Martha. Mentions Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. and Jennie. Spanish and harpsichord lessons.\n                         [233]","Progress in his reading. Birth of Anne Cary Randolph. Rage of the people of\n                     Albemarle against him (Garland) has abated. Sam Carr's contract with John Carr\n                     for Mrs. Reddick's dower. Peter Carr at Monticello. Request for a watch.\n                         [234]","Compliments Martha Jefferson Randolph. Mentions Sallie Cropper. Incorrectly\n                     dated 1796.  [2472-a]","Acknowledges account for samples of wine of Portugal imported from Lisbon on\n                     the ship Phoebe Williams. Duties owed to Collector, District of Pennsylvania.\n                         [2472-b]","Requests information on shipment of the vis-a-vis. Possibility of marketing\n                     tobacco in Philadelphia.  [235]","Mrs. Trist and Mrs. Waters have inquired for Martha. Hopes she and baby are\n                     well. Mentions Maria and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Letter for Justin P. P.\n                     Derieux.  [236]","Furniture has arrived. Naming of the Thomas M. Randolphs' daughter. Mentions\n                     Jenny and Mrs. Fleming.  [237]","Requests that she list appearance of everything animal and vegetable so as to\n                     compare climates of Monticello and Philadelphia. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., Miss Jenny [Randolph?], Martha Randolph, and Anne Randolph.\n                         [238]","Requests that she list appearance of everything animal and vegetable so as to\n                     compare climates of Monticello and Philadelphia. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., Miss Jenny [Randolph?], Martha Randolph, and Anne Randolph.\n                         [2473]","Concerning his portion of the debts of estate of John Wayles, his\n                     father-in-law. Refers Donald to Francis Eppes as executor.\n                         [239]","Charlottesville-Richmond mail service. Randolph's researches into the opossum.\n                     Crossing a dog and a wolf. His diary. Wants to read Buffon's  Histoire Naturelle  and the  \n                        Encyclopédie.  Health of Maria, Martha, and Anne Cary\n                     Randolph. Martha, Dr. John Gregory, and Mrs. Fleming disagree on baby food.\n                     Mentions Georgetown.  [2474]","Disagreement as to price of tobacco listed in an account with Thomas Adamson\n                     for 1771. Price of tobacco in Richmond and in London. Mentions Messrs. Adams,\n                     Perkins, Buchanan, and Brown.  [240]","To the Collector for the Port of New York concerning dutiable articles,\n                     including newspapers and pamphlets. Mentions Captain Bayley.\n                         [241]","Thanks for forwarding books for public use from W. Nelson. Order for moulded\n                     myrtle wax candles.  [242]","Suggests name of Anne for his granddaughter. Plans to sell his tobacco in\n                     Philadelphia. President's trip to Richmond, Va., Charleston, S. C., Savannah\n                     and Augusta, Ga. Mentions Martha Randolph.  [243]","Tobacco sold to Messrs. Adams, Perkins, Buchannan, and Brown. Richmond merchant\n                     has books.  [2538]","Order for Hughes [Hewes] crab cider. Furniture forwarded to James Brown at\n                     Richmond.  [245]","Reason for Mr. Potter's inability to pay two notes.  [246]","Requesting Fenwick's aid in presenting the case of Justin P. P. de Rieux, to de\n                     Rieux's uncle, M. Le Roy of Bordeaux. Despite de Rieux's worth and hard work,\n                     he is in straitened circumstances and needs help.  [247]","All await his naming of the grandchild. Gift of a habit from Mrs. Lewis.\n                         [244], [248]","Settlement of balance with Mr. Brown. Duty must be laid on grain exported in\n                     British bottoms to equalize chances of our vessels.  [249]","Has sold Albemarle and Bedford tobacco in Philadelphia. Sale of the fired\n                     tobacco in Richmond by Daniel Hylton. Payment to Lyle and Hanson. Payments due\n                     from Wilson. Debts of the John Wayles estate to Dr. Currie and Dobson. Francis\n                     Eppes, executor. White clover is the best improver of lands.\n                         [250]","Payments to Hanson and to Kippen \u0026 Co. will he met from sale of\n                     tobacco. Asks that he accept as payment of debt Mr. Ronald's mortgage bonds on\n                     Cumberland lands sold to Ronald by T. J.  [251]","Bill of lading for the vis-a-vis (carriage). T. J. has sold his tobacco crop in\n                     Philadelphia; asks that Hylton forward it and charge expenses to him.\n                         [252]","Eppes writes about the education of his son, John Wayles Eppes, Monticello\n                     slave \"Martin\" and the sale of some property of Jefferson's.","Order to deliver his tobacco to Daniel Hylton, excepting that which was fired\n                     and that belonging to Nicholas Lewis and B [owling] Clarke for overseers'\n                     shares.  [253]","Congratulations on his granddaughter. Will be glad to have Polly stay with her.\n                     Is delighted with his plans for John Wayles Eppes.  [254]","Surveying matters involving Anderson Bryan, Col. Randolph, and Staples. Claims\n                     on Col. Randolph and James Marks. Mentions Williamsburg and Albemarle County.\n                         [2356]","Desires Bache to make his paper (the General Advertiser), a purely Republican\n                     vehicle of news with general distribution.  [255]","Climates and ladies' veils. John Wayles Eppes with T. J. Botanical data.\n                     Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha, and Anne Cary Randolph.\n                         [2476]","Duplicates item 2476.  [2477]","Mail for George Washington to Camden, Taylor's Ferry, and Mount Vernon.\n                         [2475]","The John Wayles estate will he responsible for the Prince of \"Wayles\" cargo.\n                     Choice of profession for John Wayles Eppes.  [256]","Course of reading. Asks advice on practical side of law. Debts in Williamsburg\n                     unpaid. Draft on Nicholas Lewis. Garland Jefferson a \"close student\".\n                     References to Dabney Carr, [Matthew] Maury, and James Monroe.\n                         [257]","Introducing Mr. Cassinove, of the banking firm of Van Staphorst in Amsterdam,\n                     who is visiting Norfolk and Richmond.  [258]","Introducing Tench Coxe, Assistant Secretary of the Treasury, who has interested\n                     himself in Mr. Parkinson.  [259]","Introducing Mr. Cassinove of Amsterdam. Asks that he show Tuckahoe to him.\n                         [260]","John Wayles' responsibility in case of Guineaman. Effect of death of Col.\n                     Randolph. Obligation of Farrell and Jones in slave trade with Africa. Cites\n                     Freeman 344, Tutthill vs. Roberts. Mentions Mrs. Skipwith's trip to Sweet\n                     Springs.  [2478]","Mr. Wythe too dear a friend to be impartial judge in a matter involving T. J.\n                     Returns to Virginia in fall.  [3126]","Advice on reading and practice of law. Dabney Carr's progress. Delay in payment\n                     of Carr's debts at Williamsburg. Payment of Mr. Wayles' debts has crippled his\n                     funds. References to Nicholas Lewis and Dr. Thomas Walker.\n                         [261]","Sends nankeen care of Mr. Brown, Richmond. Will answer Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr.'s letters to Monticello before joining James Madison in New York. Travel\n                     route: New York to Albany and Lake George, to Bennington, through Vermont to\n                     Connecticut River, thence to Hartford and New Haven and to New York and\n                     Philadelphia. Maria's riding lessons. Mentions Anne Cary Randolph.\n                         [2479]","Importance of good relations with her neighbors. Loss of his vis-a-vis\n                     (carriage) in shipment; possible loss of tobacco and John Eppes' books and\n                     baggage on Captain Stratton's ship. List of books and furniture to be sent to\n                     Monticello. Petit has agreed to come from France as T. J.'s housekeeper.\n                     Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph.  [262]","Washington letter: Indiscretion of J. B. Smith's brother in printing T. J.'s\n                     note in approbation of Tom Paine's Rights of Man has caused a split with John\n                     Adams. Accounts in Fenno's papers. Discourse on Davila. Plan to replace public\n                     records of Virginia burned by the British. Asks permission to copy his letters\n                     to Washington written while governor of Virginia.  [263]","Vaughan letter: Experiments with mountain rice from Africa and Timor. Thanks\n                     for Sacontalá and for Smeaton's book. Astonishment at Burke's  Reflections on the French Revolution.  Paine's\n                     answer. Satisfaction with the new Constitution. Greetings to Lord Wycombe and\n                     Dr. Price. Mentions Dr. Priestley.","Requests payment for Bedford tobacco arrived on Captain Stratton's ship.\n                     Painters should start work Monday.  [264]","Offers bonds backed by mortgages on land sold to Mr. Ronald in payment for his\n                     debts to Lyle, to Kippen \u0026 Co. and to Farrell \u0026 Jones. Mentions\n                         [Alexander] McCaul. [265]","Experiments with mountain rice from Africa and Timor. Thanks for\n                     Sacontalá and for Smeaton's book. Astonishment at Burke's  Reflections on the French Revolution.  Paine's\n                     answer. Satisfaction with the new Constitution. Greetings to Lord Wycombe and\n                     Dr. Price. Mentions Dr. Priestley.  [266]","Prosperity of the Union.  [267]","John Wayles Eppes and Capt. Stratton arrived. Letter to Mr. Fulwar Skipwith\n                     concerning Guineaman. Coming to Virginia, perhaps not Richmond. John Wayles\n                     Eppes's studies. Trip to Lake George, Lake Champlain.  [2480]","Favor from John Wayles Eppes. Letter, this date, to Francis Eppes. Mentions\n                     Anne Cary Randolph. Would have left Maria with Mrs. Eppes, but Martha needed\n                     her at Monticello.  [2481]","Farming notes from Monticello: strawberries, cherries, beans, inoculation of\n                     trees by Anthony. Irregularity of the postal service.  [268]","Thanks for a veil he sent. Study of botany and arithmetic. Her mare is pretty.\n                     Abundance of fruit. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Anne Randolph.\n                         [269]","Beauty of Lake George; Lake Champlain less attractive. Trip through New England\n                     and New York to Philadelphia. Superior climate of Virginia. Good wishes to\n                     Anne.  [270]","Headaches gone. Uncertain when he will return to Monticello. Duke of Dorset's\n                     daughter complains that Martha has not written. Mentions Fulwar Skipwith, Mrs.\n                     Trist, and Mrs. Waters. Asks that tobacco be sent so that he may make payment\n                     to John Hanson. Mirabeau and Duke de Richelieu are dead and Duke de Fronsac is\n                     head of the family. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Maria Jefferson, and\n                     Anne Randolph.  [271]","Geography of Lake George area. Received tobacco reports from Mr. Nicholas Lewis\n                     and Mr. Daniel Hylton. Mentions Martha, Anne Cary Randolph, and Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.  [272]","Geography of Lake George area. Received tobacco reports from Mr. Lewis and Mr.\n                     Hylton. Mentions Martha, Anne Cary Randolph, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [2482]","T. J.'s tobacco will not produce the expected payment on bonds assigned to\n                     Dobson by John Hanson, T. J.'s portion of the John Wayles estate debt to\n                     Farrell \u0026 Jones.  [273]","Postal route from Richmond to Staunton via Tuckahoe, Goochland Courthouse,\n                     Columbia, and Charlottesville. Stores for Monticello sent by Captain Stratton.\n                     Messages for Maria Jefferson, Anne Randolph, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [274]","Commission as judge of District of Vermont sent at same time as those for\n                     attorney and marshal. Encloses a new commission signed by Washington.\n                         [2482-a]","Sugar maple trees from Prince on Long Island. Conversion from tobacco to wheat.\n                     Sale of tobacco crop. Stores for Monticello sent by Captain Stratton. Delay in\n                     return to Monticello.  [275]","Deficiency in payment of his debts from proceeds of his tobacco crop will be\n                     made up by the wheat crop.  [276]","Arrival of Petit from France. News of the Convent of Panthemont which Martha\n                     attended. Stores for Monticello sent by Captain Stratton. President is ill.\n                     News of Mme. de Taubenheim, Botitorer, and William Short.\n                         [277]","Proposes to build and rent a mill to Mr. Divers and others. Letters for P.\n                     Marks and  [Justin P. P.] de\n                        Rieux.  Mentions Mr. Henderson.  [278]","Receipt of tables.  [279]","Wants stores sent to Mr. Brown, Richmond, moved to Monticello. Sent commodes\n                     and chessmen. Petit says chessmen were sent. Asks about Maria's and Martha's\n                     music.  [280]","Wants stores sent to Mr. Brown, Richmond, moved to Monticello. Sent commodes\n                     and chessmen. Petit says chessmen were sent. Asks about Maria's and Martha's\n                     music.  [2483]","Requests information on the public certificates owned by {John?] Paradise which\n                     can be used to pay off his debts.  [281]","Dohrman's, Blair's, Bowdoin's, and George Nicholas, debts to Mazzei. Encloses\n                     copies of papers given to T. J. when he departed to Paris. Advises that he turn\n                     Virginia certificates into U. S. paper, and consult Edmund Randolph about it.\n                     Disapproves of the assumption of state paper at discount. Sale of Colle. Value\n                     of Mazzei's land in Richmond. Will take books in payment of Barrois, debt. Glad\n                     Mazzei is under the wings of the Diet and King. Distaste for his office. News\n                     of Maria Jefferson and Martha Randolph. Greetings to Duchess of Danville and\n                     Duke and Duchess de la Rochefoucault. Mentions Foster Debbs and Mr. Garth.\n                         [282]","See item 2485.  [2484]","Asks about Capt. Hylton's debts to Mazzei. John Wayles Eppes's law studies.\n                     Unsettled time of George Washington's trip to Virginia makes T. J.'s trip\n                     uncertain. Hopes to see Mr. and Mrs. Eppes at Monticello because cannot get to\n                     Eppington. Tobacco unprofitable. Will sell property to settle debt to John\n                     Hanson. Mentions friends at Hors-du-monde.  [2485]","August Davies, proposed postal route from Richmond through Columbia and\n                     Charlottesville to Staunton Washington's illness. Need for replacing a carriage\n                     horse. England's preparation for war. Revolution in Santo Domingo. Estimates\n                     census will total 3,800,000 inhabitants.  [283]","Order for coat and breeches.  [284]","Introducing Tench Coxe.  [285]","Return to Monticello in September. Stores sent by Captain Stratton. Mentions\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Maria Jefferson, and Anne Randolph.\n                         [286]","Introducing Tench Coxe.  [287]","Report on law reading. Requests permission to return to Albemarle where he can\n                     get books more easily and counteract bad opinion of him there. Reference to his\n                     uncle John Garland.  [595]","Date for return to Monticello. Purchase of horse for T. J. by Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. Reference to James Madison.  [288]","Coming to Monticello. Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. will get him a new horse. James\n                     Madison lends horse for trip to Virginia. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.,\n                     Martha, and Anne Cary Randolph.  [2486]","copy. Duplicates item 2486.  [2487]","Visit to Tuckahoe to vote for his father for a seat in the Virginia Senate.\n                     Purchase of Edgehill. Papers relating to the legacy left to M. de Rieux. Stoves\n                     at Mr. Brown's. T. J.'s return to Monticello. Mentions Martha Randolph.\n                         [289]","Tatham writes concerning maps, histories, and guidebooks of Virginia and the\n                     South which he has proposed writing and for which he is currently compiling\n                     material.","[Justin P. P.] de Rieux's letters and power-of-attorney. Will meet\n                     Commissioners of Public Buildings in Georgetown; then to Orange with James\n                     Madison. Requests two wagon horses to meet him. King of France attempts to\n                     escape.  [290]","Order for gilet and breeches.  [291]","Shipment of putty for Monticello by the Sloop Polly.  [292]","Mr. Morris' bonds are to serve as security for his debt to Dr. Currie after Dr.\n                     Griffin has been satisfied.  [293]","Acknowledges receipt of copy of the Corn Law. Refusal of ship masters to render\n                     accounts. Crop of wheat is fine, but corn and tobacco have been hurt by a\n                     drought.  [294]","Requests note for fifty or one hundred dollars. Shipment of tobacco expected on\n                     Captain Stratton's ship.  [295]","Money for trip. Shipment of tobacco expected on Capt. Stratton's ship.\n                         [2488]","Mazzei's claims against Captain Hylton's estate will be referred to Ralph\n                     Hylton. Betsy [Elizabeth Eppes?] has another girl. Invitation to T. J., the\n                     Randolphs, and Maria Jefferson to come to Eppington. Education of John Wayles\n                     Eppes.  [296]","Offer to hire Mr. Shuter's houseboy, Billy.  [297]","Order for myrtle wax candles and Hughes [Hewes] crab cider.\n                         [298]","Requests account of Peter Jefferson's estate, necessary for settlement of Dr.\n                     Walker's account. Will make payment upon the sale of his tobacco. Mentions John\n                     Nicholas.  [299]","Requesting that he come to Monticello to make a settlement with T. J. Mentions\n                     Nicholas Lewis.  [300]","Requests list of tobacco sold to Mr. Donald. Order for muslin, dimity, and\n                     shoes for Maria Jefferson, and cash for his return to Philadelphia. Discusses\n                     various methods of payment.  [301]","To Philadelphia with Maria. To Virginia in Spring to settle with John Hanson.\n                     Cannot find Mazzei's account against Hylton. Perhaps with Blair. Samuel Woodson\n                     and Robert Lewis defaulted on bond; have not paid Eppes money spent on Maria.\n                     To pay John Wayles Eppes. Books from Europe for John Wayles Eppes. Mr. Skipwith\n                     says Wigan, Bevin's administrator, sues T. J. and Eppes. Health of Mrs. Eppes.\n                         [2489]","Hopes for an accommodation in the action by Bevins' executor against them. T.\n                     J.'s opinion of the paper signed by Skipwith and John Hanson (concerning the\n                     Wayles estate). Will not assume responsibility if John Wayles was security for\n                     a debt of Benjamin Harrison to Coles. Mentions Eppington, Hors du Monde, Mrs.\n                     Skipwith, and Mr. and Mrs. Francis Eppes.  [302]","Mr. Lyle to supply copy of Kippen and Company account with estate of Peter\n                     Jefferson prior to first accounts with Mr. Nicholas. Letter from Lyle,\n                     Manchester, calls for delay until T. J. returns from Philadelphia. Accounts\n                     with Mr. Harvie and Dr. Walker.  [2490]","Wilson's account with T. J., covering the bonds of Richardson \u0026\n                     Scruggs, Austin, James, Carter, and Randolph. Will send an order on Wilson to\n                     [John] Dobson for the balance due. Wilson will handle other bonds in the future\n                     for T. J.  [303]","Order on Pope in favor of Andrew Donald for William and James Donald \u0026\n                     Co. to be paid from money collected from Robert Lewis and Samuel Woodson.\n                         [304]","Order on Pope in favor of James Strange for Donald Scott \u0026 Co., to be\n                     paid from collections from Robert Lewis and Samuel Woodson.\n                         [305]","Pope to pay note from proceeds of suits in Henrico District Court against\n                     Robert Lewis and Samuel Woodson of Goochland. Returns to Philadelphia. Pope to\n                     pay Strange or Donald Scott.  [2491]","Nicholas Lewis has given up the management of T. J.'s affairs. Directions for\n                     collection and payment of his debts. Money due from Robert Lewis and Samuel\n                     Woodson. Payment due James Strange of Richmond for Donald Scott \u0026 Co.,\n                     to Andrew Donald for William and James Donald \u0026 Co., and to [John]\n                     Dobson. Stop the suit against Lewis and Ware.  [306]","Payments to [James] Currie, John Dobson, and John Hanson. Loss of tobacco\n                     shipped for Tom Cobbs to Mr. Ballow by T. J.'s slave, Phill.\n                         [307]","Instructions regarding her trip to Baltimore and Philadelphia. Mentions Mr.\n                     Giles.  [308]","Elizabeth Eppes' illness. Purchase of donkey from Mrs. Bolling. John Wayles\n                     Eppes' expenses. [Henry?] Skipwith's sale [of tobacco?] a good one. Fall in\n                     tobacco price. Mentions Nicholas Lewis.  [309]","Payment to Maury through his brother at Fredericksburg.  [310]","Encloses payment promised in letter from Monticello, in care of Maury's\n                     brother, Fredericksburg. Redeemable in U.S. Collector's Office.\n                         [2492]","Difficult trip to Philadelphia. Mrs. Washington's kindness to Maria. Maria's\n                     education at Mrs. Pine's. Washington's speech on land law, militia law, post\n                     office, weights and measures, navigation, and commerce. Arrival of Mr. Hammond,\n                     British Minister. New legislature now sitting in France. Peace throughout\n                     Europe. Mentions Nelly Custis, Martha Randolph, and Anne Randolph.\n                         [311]","Betsy in better health. Mentions John Wayles Eppes and Maria Jefferson.\n                         [312]","Mail difficulties. Bevin's suit. John Wayles Eppes well, reading Coke on\n                     Littleton. George Washington's speech indicates Congress' work load. Mentions\n                     Maria, Mrs. Eppes.  [2493]","[2494]","Will pay John Wayles Eppes for horse gotten by Francis Eppes. To breed a Jack\n                     with Mazzei's Jenny. [Break in text.] Will pay his British debts; objects to\n                     paying those of others. Irregularity in Bevin suit may release T. J. and\n                     Francis Eppes. Maria well, writes to Elizabeth Wayles Eppes. John Wayles\n                     Eppes's studies.  [2495]","Comparison of the newspapers of Freneau and Bache. Desperate state of the\n                     French West Indies. Shipment of clothing for house slaves by Captain Stratton.\n                     Maria, at Mrs. Pine's has received calls from Mesdames Adams, Randolph,\n                     Rittenhouse, Sarjeant, Waters, and Davies. Greetings to Thomas M. and Anne\n                     Randolph.  [313]","Comparison of the newspapers of Freneau and Bache. Desperate state of the\n                     French West Indies. Shipment of clothing for house slaves by Captain Stratton.\n                     Maria, at Mrs. Pine's has received calls from Mesdames Adams, Randolph,\n                     Rittenhouse, Sarjeant, Waters, and Davies. Greetings to Thomas M. and Anne\n                     Randolph.  [313A]","Sending of a Minister to England.  [224]","T. J.'s account with Short. Order for thirty bottles of champagne from M. DORSA\n                     for the President, using money in his, M. Grand's, or M. Van Staphorst's hands.\n                     Request for his traveling expense account to lay before Congress. Seeds and\n                     maple sugar for the Duchess of Danville. Peach grafts for the Duke de la\n                     Rochefoucault. Possibility of exporting maple sugar. Death of Mr. Edmunds,\n                     Eliza Edmunds, a son of Peyton Short, and Sally Short. Eliza and Jenny Short\n                     have gone to Kentucky. Greetings to M. and Mme. de Lafayette.\n                         [314]","Trees from Mr. Prince for Monticello sent to Mr. Brown in Richmond. Mr. Davies\n                     says post started on the 15th. Clothes for the house slaves sent by Captain\n                     Stratton. Cold weather. [David] Rittenhouse will furnish Freneau with\n                     meteorological observations. Love to Martha Randolph.  [315]","Payment of his debts to Dobson, consisting of bond to Farrell \u0026 Jones,\n                     assigned to Dobson, and a bill of exchange from Tabb. Partial payment by orders\n                     on James Wilson and Nathaniel Pope (money received in a suit against Woodson\n                     and Lewis), by money from his 1790 and 1791 tobacco crop, and by the sale of\n                     forty slaves. Mentions Nicholas Lewis. See also Item 316, below.\n                         [2496]","Payment of his debts to Dobson, consisting of bond to Farrell \u0026 Jones,\n                     assigned to Dobson, and a bill of exchange from Tabb. Partial payment by orders\n                     on James Wilson and Nathaniel Pope (money received in a suit against Woodson\n                     and Lewis), by money from his 1790 and 1791 tobacco crop, and by the sale of\n                     forty slaves. Mentions Nicholas Lewis.  [316]","News of Maria Jefferson. Clothes for the housemaids. Books for Martha on\n                     cooking, and for Thomas Mann Randolph on agriculture by Ginani and Duhamel.\n                     Possible sale of wheat in Philadelphia.  [317]","Captain Stratton left with slaves' clothes. Trees received by James Brown.\n                     Defeat of St. Clair in Indian battle on Wabash near Fort Wayne. Preference for\n                     militia over regulars. Affairs in France happily terminated. Greetings to\n                     Martha and Anne Randolph.  [318]","Thomas Walker's account against Peter Jefferson's estate. Confusion concerning\n                     payment to Kippen \u0026 Co. for the estate, made by John Harvie to Mr.\n                     McCaul. Mentions Richard Randolph, David Randolph, Martha Jefferson Randolph.\n                         [319]","Importance of strengthening state governments to prevent encroachment by the\n                     federal government. Specific means for strengthening the executive,\n                     legislative, and judicial branches of the state governments.\n                         [320]","Payment Mullins failed to make to Richard Anderson was to be turned over to\n                     James Strange of Richmond for Donald Scott \u0026 Co.  [321]","Illness of Mrs. Gilmer, Colonel Lewis, and Anne Randolph. Postal route through\n                     Columbia, Charlottesville, and Staunton. Greetings to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [322]","[2497]","[N-410]","Postal route from Richmond through Columbia, Charlottesville, Staunton, and\n                     into Kentucky. The representation bill might have been saved by Richard H. Lee.\n                     Measures for defense of the West. Experiment with peach trees for firewood.\n                     Weariness with public office.  [323]","Expenses for education of John Wayles Eppes. Intemperate letter from John\n                     Dobson in regard to T. J.'s account. No report from Nicholas Lewis concerning\n                     the sale of slaves at Bedford. Mentions Maria Jefferson, Elizabeth Eppes, and\n                     [Daniel] Hylton.  [324]","Will not lease Edgehill (I. e. Elk Hill?) to Mr. Forster, owing to probability\n                     of its sale to pay part of John Wayles estate debt to Farrell \u0026 Jones.\n                     Anxious to receive Nicholas Lewis' account of sale of slaves at Bedford.\n                     Reference to [Daniel] Hylton.  [325]","Desire to leave public office and return to Monticello with Martha, Anne, and\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [326]","Rates for Freneau's newspaper on the postal route from Richmond through\n                     Columbia, Charlottesville, and Staunton, Va. Wants to hear results of his sale\n                     [of slaves]. Requests that  [Bowling]\n                        Clarke  or the manager send his tobacco for sale in Richmond after\n                     its inspection at Lynchburg. Terms for sale of Bedford tobacco. Clarkson is\n                     managing T. J.'s affairs in Albemarle.  [327]","Letters from T. J. and Maria. Information from David Randolph concerning\n                     Colonel Dicke. Return to Monticello.  [328]","Recent illness. Maria Jefferson's refusal to write. Requests information on\n                     wheat, payment of debts and slaves, since Clarkson cannot write.\n                         [329]","Requests certified copy of a deed. Mentions Martha and Thomas Jefferson\n                     Randolph.  [330]","Heavy snow and ice along James River. Hopes snow will prevent multiplication of\n                     the weevil. Mentions Mr. Clarkson and Colonel Carter.  [331]","Dismal journey from Dick Randolph's. Purchase of Edgehill and its slaves\n                     completed. Wants him to return to Monticello. Mrs. Gilsner is recovered from\n                     her insanity. News of Anne Randolph. Greetings to Maria Jefferson.\n                         [332]","A judgment has been obtained for Currie against Dr. Griffin, but that against\n                     the garnishees will take time.  [333]","Homesickness for Monticello. News of Maria Jefferson, Mrs. Trist, and Mrs.\n                     Waters. Leyden Gazette says British were beaten by Tippoo Saib, and were saved\n                     by the arrival of the Mahrattas, suing for peace for Cornwallis. Mentions Mr.\n                     Randolph.  [334]","Demand on Mr. Bannister. Account of sale: slaves brought little, but, with\n                     profit from sale of Cumberland land, will cover installment to John Hanson.\n                     Sale of Elkhill and debts, including those due Jones and Hanbury. Mentions Mr.\n                     Lewis. Health of Maria and John Wayles Eppes. Mentions Elizabeth Wayles Eppes.\n                         [2499]","Glad that Randolph has obtained Edgehill. Books for Maria Jefferson sent by\n                     Captain Stratton. Greetings to Martha Randolph.  [335]","Severe winter. Fate of the country based on gambling scoundrels, the stock\n                     sellers. Fate of the representation bill. The emperor will not meddle in\n                     France's rearming. Postal time between Richmond and Philadelphia. Mr. Clark to\n                     ship T. J.'s tobacco to Philadelphia.  [336]","Instructions for planting Acacia Farnesiana. Gooseberry, lilac, and weeping\n                     willow are leafing. Martins have appeared. References to Elizabeth Eppes, Maria\n                     Jefferson, Martha Randolph, and Anne Randolph.  [337]","Letter for Great Britain and commission to Dr. Barton taken care of for Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr. Shackleford should manure the gardens at Monticello. Copies\n                     of Fenno's Gazette forwarded.  [338]","Payment for candles. Bill for apportioning representatives to each state vetoed\n                     by Washington.  [339]","Letter for British partners. Hares damaged orchard. Gilmer ill.\n                         [2500]","Collection of British debts in Virginia courts.  [2501]","Request as to Doctor Barton complied with. Requests that Mr. Lewis deliver\n                     bonds taken at his sale [of slaves?] to Mr. Eppes, who will use them to pay Mr.\n                     Hanson. Urges that Clarke hurry T. J.'s Bedford tobacco. Randolph's researches\n                     into the opossum. Colonel Monroe leaves soon. Mentions T. Shackleford.\n                         [340]","Receipt of pamphlet attacking him; author unmistakable (John Fenno?).\n                     Criminality of paper money system. Report of rioting around William Duer's\n                     place of confinement.  [341]","Sends a bill instead of damaged tobacco to repay money T. J. paid for him.\n                     Requests copy of Lavater's moral aphorisms for Patsy [Martha Randolph]. Bonds\n                     for Mr. Eppes.  [342]","Correspondence with Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Congress adjourned. James Monroe\n                     will bring watch, Paine's Rights of Man, and T. J.'s copy of Johann Caspar\n                     Lavater's Aphorisms. Mrs. Pine to England; Maria to Mrs. Brodeau. George\n                     Washington to Mount Vernon. T. J. to Monticello. Mentions Anne Cary Randolph.\n                         [2502]","Cites reasons why Washington should continue as President: a public debt so\n                     large that it strains the impost; draining of specie abroad by payments on the\n                     foreign debt; large amount of paper money that encourages speculation, corrupts\n                     the legislature, and menaces the republican form of government. Only hope of\n                     safety lies in numerous representation. Possibility of a split North and South\n                     if the paper money, monarchical interest remains dominant. Negotiations with\n                     England and Spain are at a delicate point.  [343]","To send Ferris' papers to Mr. Madison. The President's arrival. Colonel and\n                     Mrs. Monroe's visit at Monticello. Attempted murder of King of Sweden;\n                     prosperity of French affairs, and rising value of assignats. Probable defeat of\n                     John Jay in New York. Shipment of bacon and tobacco.  [344]","Nicholas Lewis, Jr., returned from Williamsburg with his lady. Airs that the\n                     Lewises have taken of late. Effect of drought on sugar maples, acacias, and the\n                     crops. Illness of Joseph Monroe.  [345]","Hears news of him from Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Patsy. Discusses law\n                     reading, lawyer's prospects. Encloses opinion on the law of waste. (see 22 June\n                     1792 and 18 February 1793) . Reference to Mr. Steward (Archibald Stuart?) of\n                     Staunton.  [346]","Copies of Fenno's and Freneau's newspapers. Possibility that Maria will enter\n                     Miss Brodeaux's school. Instructions to [Bowling] Clarke necessitated by\n                     miserable condition of his tobacco.  [347]","Mr. Baker's explanation regarding a tutor for Mr. Robinson.\n                         [348]","Wheat and corn crop at Monticello and Shadwell. Importance of abolishing\n                     tobacco and Indian corn to protect soil; the area peculiarly favorable to\n                     wheat.  [349]","Attended Charlottesville District Court. Plans for law study.\n                         [350]","Urges him to exercise his legal rights in property entailed to him in England,\n                     with aid from Thomas Pinckney.  [351]","Personnel for mint. Wants Drost and Boulton. Mr. Morris can hire in France.\n                         [2503]","Mrs. Paradise asks inventory of estate in Virginia. Paradise trustees in\n                     England can collect proceeds from sale of public lands.  [2504]","Possibility of Mackay's making a living as a French tutor in Philadelphia,\n                     Baltimore, or Richmond.  [352]","Opinion on the law of waste.  [353]","Concerning T. J.'s return to Monticello, her sister Maria, and advice on\n                     neighbors.","Goods for Monticello sent to James Brown in Richmond via the Schooner Relief.\n                     Mentions George Washington.  [354]","Stores for Monticello. Plans for return to Monticello via James Madison's home\n                     and John Jones' tavern. Mentions Mr. Claxton, Mr. Petit, Mr. Williams, Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr., and George Washington.  [355]","Horses for his return to Monticello. Greetings to Mr. Randolph.\n                         [356]","Receipt of raisins and wine ordered from Guide.  [357]","Farm business. Account for work done by William.  [2505]","To see him again. Mentions Mrs. Rittenhouse.  [2528]","Glad T. J. is at Monticello. Asks for horse in order to attend Court. Regards\n                     to Thomas M. and Mrs. Randolph.  [358]","Lists enslaved persons at Poplar Forest by name, including ages of those under 8 years old. Also lists livestock.","Illness of Martha J. Carr, Lucy Carr, and himself. Jefferson's plans to reside\n                     in Virginia. Asks instructions about returning books. Samuel Carr's education\n                     at Williamsburg.  [359]","Negotiations by William Short and William Carmichael with England and Spain\n                     regarding their interference with the Indians. Dissention among the executive\n                     departments. Disapproval of Hamilton: his policies, his undue influencing of\n                     the legislature, his interference in negotiations with England and France.\n                     Differences of opinion between Hamilton and T. J. regarding the Constitution\n                     and public debt. Justification of Philip Freneau. Asserts that he has never\n                     dictated Freneau's policies except to advise use of information in the Leyden\n                     Gazette. Rivalry between Freneau and Fenno. Importance of a free press.\n                     Anonymous slanders by Hamilton, which he will answer after his retirement.\n                     Mentions writings of Publicola and Discourses on Davila.  [360]","Will sell Elkhill if Greenbrier profits not adequate. Mr. Banks can sell\n                     regardless of mortgages. For purposes of litigation, Greenbrier County might be\n                     in the East Indies. Elkhill safer with T. J. Dr. Taylor's bond. T. J. to\n                     Philadelphia. Martin may have purchaser. Mr. Banks wrote from Alexandria.\n                         [2506]","Memorandum relative to William Short's letter of 15 September 1792.\n                         [361]","Madison encloses letters from Edmund Randolph and Daniel Carroll [not present]\n                     which refer to Alexander Hamilton and Virginia and Maryland politics. Madison\n                     also requests a bag of coffee and comments on the serious illness of T.J.'s\n                     granddaughter, Anne Cary Randolph Bankhead, who is being attended by Dr.\n                     Gilmer.","Hubbard (slave) better shoemaker for Bedford plantation than Peter. Tobacco to\n                     London via Richmond. Mentions Mr. Brown, Mr. Clay, cotton, clover, hemp, wheat,\n                     and slave sale.  [3122]","Household affairs involving butcher, Ben Calvard or Calvert, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., John Quarles, Robert Smith, Thomas Norris, John Henderson's\n                     executors, Thomas Massey, Nicholas Lewis, Joseph Mansfield, wheat, Sheriff of\n                     Albemarle, Peter Marks, Richmond, Va., Daniel Wood, Mr. Clarkson, fencing, hemp\n                     and cotton growing, slaves, stone cutting, limestone, tools, wheel making, wood\n                     cutting, sand moving, log houses, Mr. Henderson, Randolph family supplies,\n                     Christmas livestock lists, grain sales, and orchard grubbing.\n                         [2507]","Brief memorandum of accounts with the following people: Albemarle County\n                     Sheriff, Thomas Bell, James Brown, Benjamin Calvard, Manoah Clarkson, Hierom\n                     Gaines, Henry Guy, John Henderson's executors, John Garland Jefferson, Nicholas\n                     Lewis, Joseph Mansfield, Peter Marks, Thomas Massey, Matthew Maury, John\n                     Quarles, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and David Wood.  [362]","Receipt for books and papers relative to superintendence of T. J.'s affairs\n                     from 1783.  [2507-a]","Official letters forwarded to William Carmichael and William Short re: their\n                     negotiations on behalf of the United States in Amsterdam and expressing fears\n                     that the letters may have been lost at sea.","His son and family have scarlet fever. Concerned about education of grandsons.\n                     Solicits appointment to lighthouse at Cape Henry for Maj. George Wray.\n                         [363]","Request that M. Frouille, Libraire Quai des Augustin[s], Paris, forward the\n                         Encyclopedie.  Order for macaroni. Goods to be\n                     shipped to James Brown in Richmond. Draft on Donald \u0026 Barton, London.\n                         [364]","Thanks for help on business at Le Havre and Paris.  [3128]","Concerning a balance against T. J. in favor of Van Staphorst \u0026 Hubbard,\n                     resulting from public accounts while T. J. was minister to France. Mentions\n                     John Dobson.  [365]","Orders to sell slaves in Bedford and Albemarle. Flooring for the stables Turnip\n                     crop. Maria lives with a Mrs. Fullerton. Greetings to Martha Randolph and to\n                     Miss Jane (Randolph?). Forwards Freneau's and Fenno's newspapers via Mr.\n                     Madison. Mentions slaves Dinah and Caesar.  [366]","Poverty of Etienne Hallet, architect at Georgetown.  [367]","Letter for Messrs. Blow and Milhaddo.  [368]","Anne Randolph's illness. President Washington's scheme of crop rotation.\n                         [369]","Will board with John Shelton, Goochland. Asks for money for winter clothes and\n                     for board. Course of reading. Direct letter care George Jefferson, Richmond.\n                         [370]","Order from Mr. Vaughan on John Hopkins payable to Gamble for account of Mr.\n                     Derieux.  [2510]","Health of Anne Cary Randolph and Thomas Jefferson Randolph. Mr. and Mrs. James\n                     Monroe, James Madison, and remembers of Congress arrived. Republican victory in\n                     Pennsylvania. Monocrats displeased. Mentions Martha and Maria.\n                         [2508]","Duplicates item 2508.  [2509]","Receipt of sugar maple seeds for the President, Mr. Madison, and T. J. Congress\n                     in session.  [371]","Order for myrtle-wax candles. Application from the Mayor of Marseilles that U.\n                     S. merchants be encouraged to send wheat and flour in great quantities.\n                         [372]","Mr. Otis' note. Senate Without a head since the Vice-president is away and R.\n                     H. Lee resigned. Mr. and Mrs. Monroe's arrival.  [373]","Bonds payable to T. J. turned over to John Hanson. References to William\n                     Mickle, Reuben Smith, David Ross, and Robert Wilson.  [374]","Advising that he consult the French minister concerning the weapon he has\n                     developed, or that he apply for a patent.  [375]","No government post available, despite William Short's assurances of Cobbett's\n                     merit.  [376]","Arrived Richmond with Peter and Samuel Carr. Needs money urgently.\n                         [377]","Covering a letter for William Short.  [378]","Information concerning Mme. de la Mariniere and a servant Henri. Determination\n                     to retire. (Jefferson wrote twice to Gouverneur Morris on this date.)\n                         [379]","Plan to retire. Request for purchase of threshing machine. Peace concluded with\n                     Wabash and Illinois Indians.  [380]","Denies that Mr. [Stephen?] Sayre has any claim against the U. S. Treasury.\n                     Indian prospects improved. Delay of [Thomas?] Barclay's mission.\n                         [381]","Wants copper bell.  [3129]","Order for waistcoat and breeches.  [382]","Plans to retire. Directs mail to successor.  [2511]","Receipt of money. Discourse on good conduct.  [383]","Anne Randolph's illness. Mr. Randolph's absence. Mentions Maria and Thomas\n                     Jefferson Randolph.  [384]","Request that he secure Mazzei's gun from Mr. Hunter and place it with Joseph\n                     Jones of Fredericksburg. Rejection by Congress of proposal that executive heads\n                     meet with Congress.  [385]","Forwards agricultural pamphlet. Instructions regarding books, hams, and a\n                     stalactite in Richmond. Reported surrender of Dumourier to the Duke of\n                     Brunswick. Mentions Philadelphia's Peale Museum, Brussels and Ostend, Belgium.\n                         [386]","Urges that she avoid use of medicine for Anne Randolph. Mentions Maria\n                     Jefferson, Thomas Jefferson Randolph, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [387]","[Archibald] Cary's executors promise payment to the Wayles estate. Purchase of\n                     donkeys.  [388]","Request for money to pay debts to [M. \u0026 J.] Myers, incurred in marriage\n                     of her daughter. Pure air of Monticello cured fever.  [389]","Proceeds from John Wayles's estate to be placed with James Brown, Richmond.\n                     Horse breeding. Retreat of Duke of Brunswick. John Wayles Eppes well. Mentions\n                     Mrs. Eppes.  [2512]","Lower French duty on U. S. tobacco; drafts on Brown for Clow \u0026 Co., J.\n                     G. Jefferson, [Matthew] Maury; payment due from Cary estate.\n                         [390]","Motions concerning weights and measures, now pending in Senate committee, and\n                     formerly considered by House of Representatives committee.\n                         [2513]","On the renting of Elkhill.  [391]","Anne Randolph's return to health. Postal information. Visit of an Indian of the\n                     Peoria Nation. Blanchard's balloon ascent. French affairs. Renting of Elkhill.\n                     Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [392]","Renting of Elkhill to John Ashlin on share-crop basis. Mentions H. Mullins.\n                         [393]","Wants Mrs. Pine's price for portrait of James Madison.  [2514]","Payment from [Archibald] Cary's estate to John Wayles' estate. Defeat of the\n                     Duke of Brunswick. Price of wheat. Mentions Burgoyne, Cornwallis, John Wayles\n                     Eppes, and Maria Jefferson.  [394]","Letter from Mr. Fenirch (i.e. Fenwick?) concerning Derieux's legacy. French\n                     victories. Letters for Mr. Vaughan and Mr. Fenirch.  [395]","Regrets that he cannot lend Gayer $600 to set up a type-founder business.\n                         [396]","Anne Randolph's health; slaves' clothes; Mr. Blanchard's balloon ascent.\n                     Mentions Maria Jefferson, Mr. Randolph.  [397]","News of Anne and Thomas Jefferson Randolph. Delay in receiving letters\n                     concerning the books and stalactite. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [398]","Permission for John Wayles Eppes to accompany the commissioners to the Council\n                     of Indians. Edmund Randolph's bonds available to pay John's expenses. Mentions\n                     Elizabeth Eppes and Maria Jefferson.  [399]","Concerning payment due from Colonel Bell.  [400]","Regarding Mr. Fenwick's bill, and funds sent through Richard Gamble.\n                         [401]","Daniel Hylton's letter on the sale of Elkhill to Dr. Taylor and Banks; payment\n                     in bonds backed with Greenbriar land. Debt to Farrell \u0026 Jones.\n                         [402]","Regarding sale of Elkhill. Deliver bonds to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [403]","Acknowledgment of letters. Information from Hylton concerning the sale of\n                     Elkhill. Asks about sale at Bedford. Instructions regarding building at\n                     Monticello (stables?).  [404]","Instructions regarding Mr. Chambers' invention.  [405]","T. J. Wrote to Randolph Jefferson. James Kinsolving bought Dinah and children\n                     from Clarkson. Col. Lewis and Col. Bell set value. Bedford sale. Kinsolving\n                     joined by John Burnley. Limestone and wood cutting, orchard grubbing. Stable to\n                     be built. Martha's report of Charlottesville fire premature. Dyvers and Lindsey\n                     lost heavily. Will tell Mr. Hylton at Richmond about stalactite. Clothes for\n                     slaves at neither Monticello nor Mr. Brown's. Anne Cary Randolph ill; Gilmer\n                     treating. Martha writes to Maria. French victory.  [2515]","Uncertainty as to his retirement from office. Building of his canal in\n                     Albemarle. Mentions Anne Randolph, Samuel Clarkson, Mr. George, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., and George Washington.  [406]","See 1793 December 2,  [535] .  [407]","Sale of a horse.  [408]","Acknowledging receipt of Mr. Randolph's letter.  [409]","Prospective visit to Tuckahoe. Deep snow. Account between Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Sr. and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Mentions Anne and Martha Randolph, also\n                     seeds, grape cuttings, fruit trees, and calacanthus roots.\n                         [410]","Reasons for delay in sending money to pay her debt to [M. \u0026 J.] Myers\n                     and T. J.'s bond to Dabney Carr's estate. Greetings to Mr. and Mrs. Terrell,\n                     his newly married niece. Attached is Peter Carr's opinion on waste (relating to\n                     the estate of Samuel Carr), which belongs with Carr's letter of 28 May 1792.\n                         [411]","Procedures in the case of lost loan office certificates. Renting of 2,000 acres\n                     of land. Mentions [Samuel] Biddle.  [412]","Randolph's letter to Maria. Monticello work. Bedford sale. Will secure Maryland\n                     tenants for land on Shadwell side of river and will hire slaves to the tenants.\n                     To Head of Elk when Congress adjourns. Horse, Brimmer. Joseph accidentally\n                     killed Matchless. Now has old pair and Tarquin, to be sold. Capt. Swaille of\n                     schooner Mary bound Norfolk to Richmond brings slaves' clothes care Mr. Brown.\n                     Note adds that model threshing machine comes by Capt. Weymouth, ship Ellice,\n                     New York to Norfolk, care Col. Gamble. Machine to be moved from Richmond.\n                         [2516]","Adjournment of Congress. Slaves' clothes sent to Richmond on Schooner Mary,\n                     Captain Swaile. Mentions James Monroe, Anne Randolph, Thomas Jefferson\n                     Randolph, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and slave Bob.  [413]","Adjournment of Congress. Slaves' clothes sent to Richmond on Schooner Mary,\n                     Captain Swaile. Mentions James Monroe, Anne Randolph, Thomas Jefferson\n                     Randolph, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and slave Bob.  [413]","Kentucky Constitution. Letter from William Short.  [414]","Sauterne wine. Feeding of horses. Mentions Joseph Fenwick, U. S. Consul at\n                     Bordeaux.  [415]","Concerns a request for something lodged at Monticello.  [416]","More time for John Wayles Eppes because Commissioners to Indian Treaty delayed.\n                     Mr. Cary's executor to send money for moving. Mentions Elizabeth Wayles Eppes.\n                         [2517]","T. J. encloses a letter (not present) to Mr. Carmichael.","Renting of his lands near Shadwell. Mentions trip to Brandywine and Elkton,\n                     Va., to secure tenant for his mill. References to Samuel Biddle and Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.  [417]","Letters received. Plan to rent lands on the Shadwell side of the river.\n                     Inquiries in the House of Representatives regarding actions of the Secretary of\n                     the Treasury. Control of Congress by stockjobbers and bankers. Republican\n                     victory in the new Congress.  [418]","Delay in returning to Monticello. Directions for construction at Monticello.\n                     Procurement of workmen in Philadelphia.  [419]","Receipt of letters. Bill in favor of William B. Giles. Marketing of Bedford\n                     tobacco. Scarcity of cash and depression in public paper. Views of the\n                     Republican and fiscal parties concerning payment of the debt. Constitutionality\n                     of the Bank. Desire for peace.  [420]","Money for John Wayles Eppes. Payments from the Cary estate.\n                         [421]","Proposal to rent Cox's house.  [422]","Mr. Barton replaced by Mr. Sergeant who will answer suit against Griffin.\n                     Military land rights west of Ohio and Act of Congress affecting them. W.\n                     Ronald's affairs. T. J. protected by land mortgage and Beaverdam land\n                     transaction.  [2518]","Urging that Mr. Randolph use the slaves for his convenience in the garden. Has\n                     rented a house in the country. Plan to return to Monticello. Mentions Maria\n                     Jefferson, Thomas J. Randolph, and Anne Randolph.  [423]","Renting of Cox's house.  [424]","Distribution of money which may be obtained from suits against Lewis and\n                     Woodson to Donald Scott \u0026 Co., William and James Donald, and James\n                     Monroe. References to Nathaniel Pope, Nicholas Lewis, and John Dobson.\n                         [553]","John Wayles Eppes's trip to the Indian Treaty. Has given up Philadelphia house;\n                     moving furniture to Virginia. John Wayles Eppes should study at Williamsburg.\n                     Books from Ireland addressed to T. J. care James Brown, Richmond. Packages from\n                     England. Carr money. Mentions Mrs. Eppes and Eppington.  [2519]","Duplicates item 2519.  [2520]","Orders precautions to be taken by Consular Service in event of war in Europe.\n                     Consuls' surety bonds. Forwarding of mail to Secretary of State at\n                     Philadelphia.  [2520-a]","Trees, grass, and garden at Monticello. Fenno's newspapers sent by Mr. Madison.\n                     Mentions Mr. Hawkins, Colonel Monroe, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [425]","Asks opinion on recovery of slaves under grandfather's will. Intends to begin\n                     law practice in summer, location undecided.  [426]","Recommends trip to England by American vessel rather than by packet, because of\n                     prospects of war.  [427]","Reports on reading. Return of T. J.'s books. Request for money. References to\n                     Peter and Samuel Carr.  [428]","Complaint to the Postmaster General concerning lack of punctuality of the post\n                     rider from Richmond to Charlottesville.  [429]","Books from Dublin and from Alexander Donald in London. Shipment of Bedford\n                     tobacco to France. War between England and France. Furniture sent aboard the\n                     Sloop Union, Captain Bradford, to Richmond. Special instructions regarding\n                     looking glasses.  [430]","Will write Mr. Randolph. War reported among France, England, and Holland. John\n                     Wayles Eppes to study at William and Mary College. Letter from Mr. Carr.\n                         [2424]","Maria's illness. Mr. Boulding sent by Jacob Hollingsworth as prospective tenant\n                     for lands near Shadwell. Furniture sent to James Brown in Richmond. War between\n                     France, England, and Holland. John Eppes at William and Mary College. Letter\n                     from Mr. Carr. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [431]","Disposal of William Short's property in the public funds. Mentions James Brown.\n                         [432]","Valuation of slave Mary [Hemings?]. Request that he supply J. Garland Jefferson\n                     with necessities. Mr. Derieux's affairs. Dearth of money in Philadelphia.\n                     Mentions Nicholas Lewis and Dr. Gilmer.  [433]","Advises Dabney Carr to begin study of law. Unable to advise Peter as to best\n                     site for law practice in Virginia. He is free to revive the question of his\n                     claim to slaves. Pamphlets for Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., including articles\n                     signed \"Timon\".  [434]","Letter for Dabney Carr advising him to secure Coke's Institutes, a law\n                     dictionary, and White Kennett's Compleat History of England. Peter Carr\n                     controls slaves. Mentions Virginia, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha, \"Timon.\"\n                         [2521]","Account of Peter Gordon, shoemaker. Beverly Randolph at Baltimore. George\n                     Washington expected at Philadelphia. Mentions Maria, Francis, and Elizabeth\n                     Wayles Eppes.  [2522]","Courses of reading for Jefferson and Dabney Carr. Suggests he stand at the bar\n                     in the fall. Refers him to Thomas Bell in Charlottesville for funds.\n                         [435]","William Short's certificates.  [436]","William Penn mail. No progress with Mr. Hammond. Wants Mr. Droz for mint.\n                         [2523]","Considering living between Petersburg and Richmond, to practice in the district\n                     courts of Brunswick and Lunenburg Counties. Prefers to get clothes from John\n                     Shelton rather than from Thomas Bell. Need for money.  [437]","No news from Monticello. Maria ill. Bizarre scandal rumored in  Richmond Gazette.  Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [2524]","Opinion on the right of the U. S. to renounce their treaties with France,\n                     citing Grotius, Puffendorf, Vattel, and Wolf as authorities.\n                         [438]","Discharging of Gordon's account. Decree with regard to [Archibald] Cary's\n                     estate. Reference to Bizarre scandal. [Anne Cary] Randolph and Richard Randolph\n                     have been absolved in Cumberland court. Mentions Mr. Campbell and Mr. Marshall.\n                         [439]","Connection of herself and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. with Bizarre scandal.\n                     Mentions Richard Randolph, Anne Cary Randolph of Bizarre, and David Randolph.\n                     Livestock; and gardening. Mentions Maria.  [2525]","Financial difficulties make it necessary that Garland get his clothes from\n                     Thomas Bell. Approves Garland's district for law practice.\n                         [440]","Bonds deposited by Bowling Clarke. Bonds taken by Mr. Hylton for Elkhill not\n                     yet arrived. Damage to grain by the weevil. Barley, wheat, rye, clover, and\n                     mocking birds at Monticello. Loan of two pamphlets, one on \"popery laws\" in\n                     Ireland. Mentions Martha Randolph and the children.  [441]","Purchase of Wilson Miles Cary's estate, Rich Neck, by Miles King, Dr. William\n                     Foushee, William Hylton, and Daniel Hylton. Sends sample of their lumber for\n                     Edmund Genet.  [442]","Explanation why he bought from Shelton and Harris rather than Thomas Bell.\n                     Borrowing books from Monticello. Reference to William Pope.\n                         [443]","Mentions Monsieur de Noailles (a kinsman of Madame Lafayette). Inquires of\n                     Madame de Corny and [Maria] Cosway. Comments that he thinks America is \"the\n                     only country of tranquility, and should be the asylum of all those who wish to\n                     avoid the scenes which have crushed our friends in Paris.\"","Letter covering Mr. Cruger's? papers.  [444]","George Washington at Mount Vernon. Maria has mumps. Manager from Elkton.\n                     Maryland tenants. May ask Clarkson to take east side of river. Effects in\n                     France of Dumouriez's desertion. Brittany insurrection, possible war between\n                     England and France. Threshing machine. Mentions Maria.  [2526]","Enjoyment of the trees at his house. Provision for celery and endive for the\n                     winter. Mentions Maria Jefferson and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [445]","Congress to convene. Must meet Madison in Philadelphia or at Monticello.\n                     Trouble with French Minister and with England. Letter to James Monroe.\n                         [2527]","Payment for   A[rchibald] Cary's estate.\n                     Polly's letter to her aunt.  [446]","Date of arrival of peaches and corn; peas at Monticello. Need for enriching the\n                     soil at Monticello with manure. Possibility of peace between England and\n                     France.  [447]","Introducing [Edward?] Livingston.  [448]","Introducing [Edward?] Livingston.  [449]","Anxious regarding failure to acknowledge his letters. Death of Roger Sherman.\n                     Mentions [John?] Blair and [Matthew?] Maury.  [450]","Asking Knox to direct enclosure to Judge Symes of Jersey. Proposition for\n                     publishing rules of August 3 (Genet affair?) in newspapers with suggested\n                     preface.  [2527-a]","Requesting Randolph to deliver confidential letter to James Madison.\n                         [2527-b]","Sum due Derieux from Mr. Vaughan.  [452]","Forwarding of claret and stores to Monticello. Mentions Archibald Campbell of\n                     Baltimore.  [453]","News of D. Randolph. Arrangement for exchanging Tarquin for another horse.\n                     Wine, stores, and clothing for the slaves at Monticello. Mentions Jupiter, Tom\n                     Shackleford, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [454]","Letter for Mr. Domal. Requests information about threshing machine. Delay in\n                     his departure.  [455]","Promises shipment of tobacco to aid Donald in the calamity (bankruptcy) that\n                     has befallen him. Plans to return to Monticello. Books received. Mentions James\n                     Brown and Mr. Marshall.  [456]","Payment for wine. Mentions draft on Donald \u0026 Burton.\n                         [457]","Payment for the Encyclopédie. Failure of Donald \u0026 Burton.\n                         [458]","George Hammond's refusal to give passports to French passengers.\n                         [459]","Exchanging Tarquin for another horse. Washington's trip to Mt. Vernon. Plan to\n                     send off the rest of his furniture, in preparation for his return to\n                     Monticello.  [460]","Misfortunes of M. Lenblhon, a fugitive from Santo Domingo awaiting passage to\n                     France.  [461]","Concerning two boxes of china sent by [Edward?] Dowse.  [462]","Mail from Philadelphia. News of James Madison, Colonel, Mrs., and Eliza Monroe.\n                     Effect of weevil on wheat crop. Mentions Mr. Clarkson, Martha Randolph, and\n                     Maria Jefferson.  [463]","Payments on T. J.'s bond and bill of exchange.  [464]","T. J.'s debt to Montgomery \u0026 Henry. Mentions Nicholas Lewis.\n                         [465]","Will pay expenses of slaves who will meet at Shuter's tavern to exchange\n                     horses.  [451]","Forwards letter from Ballanger. John Vaughan's account.  [466]","Reasons why Mr. Gregoire is not appointed consul at Dunkerque. Consular service\n                     at Bordeaux, Nantes, and le Havre. Mentions Mr. Barksdale, Francis Coffin, and\n                     Benjamin Franklin.  [467]","Letters for George Hammond, Mr. Van Berckel, Mr. Viar, and Mr. Jaudenes\n                     regarding passports and letters requested by the Charitable Committee of\n                     Baltimore.  [468]","Wythe's address delivered to President Washington.  [469]","Independence Day Sermon.  [470]","Exact location of the Maryland-Virginia boundary as given in his Notes on\n                     Virginia I.; [Jacques?] Cassini's method of computing latitude compared with\n                     Mason and Dixon's; George Mason's papers.  [471]","It is not permitted to place consuls in the British Islands (West Indies?).\n                         [472]","Plague in Philadelphia. Colonel Hamilton ill. Washington has left for Mt.\n                     Vernon. T. J. to go to Monticello.  [473]","Duty on package at the Custom House in Bermuda. Yellow fever in Philadelphia.\n                     References to Robert Gamble, Alexander Hamilton, George Washington, and Henry\n                     Knox.  [474]","Instructions regarding letters for Gouverneur Morris.  [475]","Return of a Senator for Delaware to be sent to the Secretary of the Senate.\n                         [476]","Requesting passports for 430 passengers to France from Baltimore. Mentions\n                     Samuel Sterrett of Baltimore, Captain Ardouin of the Marianne and Captain\n                     Dupouy of the Nouvelle Rosalie.  [477]","Receipt of an ink pot. Letter for Thomas Pinckney covering a bill of exchange.\n                     Owing to epidemic of yellow fever in Philadelphia, Hamilton, Washington, and\n                     Knox have left.  [478]","Passports from Mr. Hammond for those seeking passage to France.\n                         [479]","Order to pay money due John Ross.  [480]","To the Governor of Maryland, concerning the improper actions in Baltimore of\n                     French agents (A. C. Duplaine? Genet?).  [481]","Acknowledging receipt of resolutions of the inhabitants of Petersburg\n                     commending the President's conduct in pursuit of peace.  [482]","Request for a loan of $100, the amount of an order on Benjamin Bankson.\n                         [483]","Balance due from John Vaughan. Yellow fever in Philadelphia.\n                         [484]","Payment of money due Ker made through Mr. Bankson. Mentions note of J.\n                     Bringhurst.  [485]","Letter to Mr. Sergeant. Mentions fever and Mrs. Currie. Hopes to leave\n                     Philadelphia.  [2529]","Fever killed Dupont, French Consul, and Wright, the painter. Lieper said dead.\n                     J. Barclay ill. Hamilton and wife well. Banks open. Mentions George Washington\n                     and Congress.  [2530]","Plans to return to Monticello because of the yellow fever epidemic in\n                     Philadelphia.  [486]","Value of lands beyond the mountains. Balance due Peter Derieux.\n                         [487]","Money due her left in the hands of Mr. Bankson.  [488]","Books and wine shipped to T. J. via Gamble in Baltimore. Mentions Sloop Polly,\n                     James Tibbitt, master.  [489]","Urges Bankson to get out of Philadelphia during the epidemic. Mentions Mr.\n                     Crosby and Mr. Grey.  [490]","Covering letter for a group of letters and documents including letters patent\n                     revoking the Exequatur of A. C. Deplain, Vice Consul at Boston, letters to A.\n                     C. Deplane, Mr. Genet, and [Gouverneur] Morris. Letters patent to be published\n                     in Fenno's and Freneau's papers.  [491]","Covers a commission for Mr. Dannery as Consul of France at Boston and a letter\n                     for Mr. Genet.  [492]","Returning Mr. Frank's letter discussing damage to our commerce in the West\n                     Indies.  [493]","Commission for Mr. Dannery as French Consul in Boston; letters to Mr. Genet and\n                     Mr. Bankson.  [494]","Answer to Bournonville's letter sent for the President's approval. Mentions\n                     Benjamin Bankson and Mr. Dandridge.  [495]","Note to Tench Coxe.  [496]","Messrs. King, Pratt, et al., owners of ship Andrew, should apply to France for\n                     indemnification for cargo of rice seized at Lorient and detention of the\n                     vessel. U. S. Minister, Gouverneur Morris, will exert pressure for the owners.\n                         [497]","See 2 December 1793.  [498]","To the Commissioner of Loans regarding William Short's loan office\n                     certificates. Mentions James Brown.  [499]","Bonds from the sale of slaves, from Mr. Ronald for Cumberland lands, and for\n                     the Elkhill lands should discharge T. J.'s bonds to William Jones. Mentions\n                     Daniel Hylton.  [500]","Order to deliver bonds on Elkhill lands, from Banks \u0026 Taylor, to\n                     Richard Hanson, to discharge T. J.'s bonds to William Jones of Farrell\n                     \u0026 Jones.  [501]","Letter of credit for Anna Scott Marks. Estate of John Wayles. Mentions Mr.\n                     Myers and Francis Eppes.  [502]","Letter of credit for Anna Scott Marks or Martha Carr.  [503]","Notifying his sister that a letter of credit for her use has been sent to\n                     Martha Carr.  [504]","Requests funds for his mother.  [505]","Payment to Herman LeRoy (of mortgage bond secured by Henrico County land given\n                     to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., by his father) to be made by the wheat crop at\n                     Varina, now ready for market. Refers to David Ross and Alexander Donald.\n                         [506]","Payments made on T. J.'s bill of exchange and bond.  [507]","Letter of introduction for Tobias Lear. Mentions Boyd's brother in\n                     Bladensburgh.  [508]","Introducing Tobias Lear, formerly President Washington's secretary, who\n                     proposes to establish in commerce in the city of Washington.\n                         [509]","Letter of introduction for Tobias Lear.  [510]","Letters of introduction. References to C. W. F. Dumas in Amsterdam, Van\n                     Staphorst \u0026 Hubbard, and to Mr. Greenlief. The Revolution has turned\n                     adrift many of his French friends.  [511]","Forwarding of books, letters, and papers. Wheat crop prospects. Illness of a\n                     slave. Mentions Samuel Biddle, Watson, Dr. Gilmer, Martha Randolph, and Maria\n                     Jefferson.  [512]","Will pay Martha Carr the money from the execution of Wayles' representatives\n                     against Archibald Cary's estate. Account of Carr's debut in Albemarle Courts is\n                     flattering. References to Francis Eppes and Carter Page.  [513]","Terms of repayment of mortgage on Varina, land owned by Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., son of Colonel Randolph of Tuckahoe.  [514]","Sale of goods shipped from France for Peter Derieux. Mentions John Vaughan.\n                         [515]","Transferral of William Short's government stock from Richmond and New York to\n                     Philadelphia.  [516]","Transferral of William Short's government stock (U. S. loan office\n                     certificates) from New York and Richmond to Philadelphia.\n                         [517]","Letter for Mr. Mewbern of Richmond. Yellow fever epidemic in Philadelphia is\n                     over. Return of Congress and President Washington.  [518]","Thanks for forwarding his orrery (astronomical instrument). Mentions David\n                     Randolph and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [519]","Request that he deliver T. J.'s telescope to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [520]","Inquiries as to T. J.'s health. Illness of Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr. Removal of\n                     T. J.'s furniture to Belvedere. Health of the \"colored part of the family.\"\n                     Purchase of T. J.'s horse, Tarquin. Mentions Maria Jefferson.\n                         [521]","Requesting his salary for the quarter. Mentions possible removal of Congress to\n                     Lancaster, Pa., because of the yellow fever.  [522]","Patenting of the cotton gin. Its practicability. Mentions advertisement by\n                     Pearce of the Patterson Manufactory.  [523]","Requesting that Taylor endorse a note for him and send it to John Kean.\n                     [George?] Wythe's money received.  [524]","Wishes both Dover and Varina to stand as security for debt of Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., to Mr. LeRoy. Mentions Mr. Bayard.  [525]","Payment of $100. Congratulations on his resurrection (death reported in\n                     newspapers).  [526]","Payment of his debts and of Joseph Fenwick's draft.  [527]","Order for red clover seed for Elk Hill. Terms for the new overseer [at Elk\n                     Hill] the same as for Samuel Biddle.  [528]","Money to be passed to the credit of Mrs. Carr.  [529]","Gift of the horse Tarquin. Letter to Archibald Stuart. Instructions for Samuel\n                     Biddle to get sheep from Stuart. Questions advisability of acting as his\n                     father's executor. Greetings to Martha and Maria.  [530]","Purchase of sheep at Staunton, to be sent to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., or to\n                     Samuel Biddle, overseer at Monticello. Stuart's offer of potatoes. France\n                     triumphant in the North.  [531]","T.J. expresses his concern for the imprisoned Lafayette and doubts that\n                     President Washington will have any influence in obtaining his release; regrets\n                     the loss of Madame de Corny's fortune in the Revolution; conveys dismay that\n                     Maria Cosway has retired to a convent; wishes Angelica and Kitty would come\n                     visit at Monticello; announces the marriage of his daughter Martha and his\n                     forthcoming retirement from politics and his joy at retiring to Monticello with\n                     his family, farm and books.","Refusing his offer of quarters.  [532]","Death of Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr. Dissatisfaction with terms of his will,\n                     drawn by John Harvie. Failure of Daniel Hylton to move T. J.'s furniture. Bond\n                     to Mr. LeRoy. Mentions James Brown, Martha Randolph, and Maria Jefferson.\n                         [533]","Return to Philadelphia of George Washington, Dr. and Mrs. Waters, and Mr.\n                     Trist. French triumphant. Revolution in Santo Domingo. Freneau's and Fenno's\n                     papers have been discontinued. Mentions Edmund Randolph, the Duke of Brunswick,\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Maria Jefferson.  [534]","Receipt of money for acceptance of Martha Carr's drafts on T. J. (Enclosures:\n                     her drafts of 2 February and of 10 October 1793, in favor of William Austin and\n                     Mr. Myers, respectively.)  [535]","Appointment of Eli Alexander as overseer of Shadwell. Suggests he go via\n                     Richmond. Purchase of red clover seed. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. and\n                     Samuel Biddle.  [536]","William Short's loan office certificates. Furniture for Monticello. Mentions\n                     Mr. Hague, John Hopkins, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [537]","Shipment of threshing machine by the Ellica, Captain Waymouth.\n                         [538]","William Short's loan office certificates.  [539]","William Short's loan office certificates.  [540]","Randolph's debts to Herman LeRoy. Horses for T. J.'s return to Monticello.\n                     Arrangements for Eli Alexander, overseer on east side of the Rivanna.\n                     Discontinuation of Freneau's and Fenno's newspapers. Important victories of the\n                     French. Toulon in enemy hands. Death of Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr. Mentions\n                     Maria, Samuel Biddle, Mr. Fitch, [Byrd] Rogers, Dabney Carr, Fredericksburg.\n                         [541]","Replies to his letter of August 16th to President [George Washington]\n                     concerning the misfortunes of Lafayette, and assures him that the means most\n                     likely to effect his release have been employed.","Directions for the making and repairing of watches and clocks.\n                         [542]","Payment for the threshing machine. Truce established by Algiers, Portugal, and\n                     Holland. Letters to Messrs. Van Staphorst, Mr. Church, and Robert Leslie.\n                     Mentions ship George Barclay.  [543]","Refusing to lend him money or to refer the solicitation to the President.\n                         [544]","Letter to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Letters from Martha and Maria. Mr. Watson\n                     makes writing desk. Saw Sally Cropper who was at Trenton at Mrs. Fullerton's\n                     house. Maid died of fever. Wants horse at Fredericksburg for his return to\n                     Monticello. Information regarding Eli Alexander of Elkton, who is to take\n                     charge of Shadwell farm under Byrd Rogers.  [545]","Letter to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Letters from Martha and Maria. Mr. Watson\n                     makes writing desk. Saw Sally Cropper who was at Trenton at Mrs. Fullerton's\n                     house. Maid died of fever. Wants horse at Fredericksburg for his return to\n                     Monticello. Information regarding Eli Alexander of Elkton, who is to take\n                     charge of Shadwell farm under Byrd Rogers.  [2531]","Printed bond for 108 pounds, 10 shillings, signed by John Depreast, Jr. and\n                     Daniel Perrow of Cambell County, Va.; not signed by TJ; witnessed by Bowling\n                     Clark and Barnerd Franklin.","Red clover seed. Eli Alexander's departure.  [546]","Shipment of books and furniture to Robert Gamble in Richmond. Order for a ton\n                     of nailrod.  [547]","Debt of the John Wayles estate to Mr. Welsh. Mentions Francis Eppes, an\n                     executor, and Farrell \u0026 Jones, creditors of the estate.\n                         [548]","Horses for return to Monticello. Retirement from office is definite. Shipment\n                     of books and furniture. Printed copy of correspondence with Genet and Hammond\n                     to be sent soon. Relations with England and Spain. England has let loose the\n                     Algerians on us. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Maria Jefferson.\n                         [549]","Listing items received from John Hopkins, James Brown, and Patrick Kennon.\n                     Postscript memorandum to Short reports resignation as Secretary of State; to be\n                     succeeded by Edmund Randolph.  [550]","Delay in shipment of furniture. Gift of horse \"Tarquin.\" Edmund Randolph\n                     succeeds T. J. Arrangements for meeting horses at Fredericksburg. Mentions Mann\n                     Page and Peter Carr.  [551]","Order for wine to be sent to Richmond.  [552]","Shorts public bonds. New Secretary of State yet unnamed. Letter from Peyton\n                     Short.  [555]","Fragmentary reference to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Maria writes to Mr.\n                     Randolph.  [2532]","Poetry on verso.  [2533]","Cost of slave labor, referring to Buffon's tables, compared to cost of free\n                     labor in England, using Suffolk as example.  [2533-a]","Case concerning Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr.'s mortgage on Varina, payable after\n                     his death by his son, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Deed for Poplar Forest to\n                     Martha Jefferson. Mentions David Ross.  [554]","Road to the Thoroughfare.  [2534, N-542]","Settlement of unidentified estate. Advising suit against Gen. Harrington as\n                     executor. Ignorance of North Carolina laws, judges, and courts. Infants' legal\n                     rights. Recourse open to federal district and supreme court of U.S.\n                         [2534-a]","Patents dependent on Virginia-Kentucky and Virginia-North Carolina boundary\n                     disputes. Mentions Walker Henderson Line.  [556]","T. J.'s overseer lists 139 cattle and 203 hogs.  [557]","Account with Donald and Burton from Charlottesville. Mentions Clow and Company.\n                         [2535]","Cf. Betts, Garden Book, Plate XV. Shows boundary with river.  [2536,\n                        N-543]","Taylor explains the mechanics of a drill plow which he is forwarding to\n                     Jefferson.","Mr. Jones's Monroe papers omit deeds on R. and D. Randolph. John Marshall sent\n                     note on Guineaman. May go to Bedford. Receipt in John Randolph case. Mentions\n                     Elizabeth Wayles Eppes, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha, Mr. Wickham, Mr.\n                     Innes, Mr. and Mrs. Skipwith.  [2537]","Advises study of French with Martha Randolph. Plans sale of his law books.\n                     Martha Carr, Maria Jefferson, and Miss Cary mentioned.  [558]","Order for tea. Reference to [Joseph] Mussi.  [559]","Bill of exchange for Messrs. Van Staphorst includes money for Philip Mazzei.\n                     Request for prices of German and British osnaburg, cotton cloth, striped\n                     blankets, and plaid hose for slaves. Mentions Mr. Blair.  [560]","Frees Hemings, son of Betty Hemings. Witnessed by Dabney Carr and John\n                     Nicholas.  [2537-a]","Delay in returning Thomas Mann Randolph's wagon. Shipment of nailrod from\n                     Richmond. Asparagus for Martha. Mentions [Thomas] Bell and slaves Billy and\n                     Zachary.  [562]","Arrival of Billy. Difference of opinion between George Wythe and Edmund\n                     Pendleton on division of Dabney Carr's property and slaves after death of\n                     Barbara O. Carr. Portion due Peter Carr. Shipment of nailrod. Payment to John\n                     Taylor for drill-plow. References to Mr. Stras, John Harvie.\n                         [563]","Conference concerning attacks on freedom of speech.  [561]","The Dover sale. Request that Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., remit Mr. Stras' money\n                     to [Joseph] Mussi in Philadelphia. Shipment of nailrod, a drill-plow, and\n                     clover. Wheels for T. J.'s chariot. Wheat crop improved by cold weather. News\n                     of Anne and Thomas Jefferson Randolph, Mrs. Peter Marks, Dr. [George] Gilmer.\n                     Mentions Mr. Snelson and Maria Jefferson.  [564]","News of Thomas Jefferson Randolph. Cold weather. Hughes, overseer at Varina,\n                     should relieve Thomas Mann Randolph at Varina. [Bowling] Clarke reports short\n                     tobacco crop and loss of a horse.  [565]","Clover seed. Cold weather. Arrival of a mule. Col. [Thomas] Bell's illness.\n                     Mentions Martha Randolph. Partly illegible.  [566]","Crisis regarding mortgage on Varina. References to Herman LeRoy and Dover\n                     plantation.  [567]","Hammond introduces William Strickland to Jefferson.","May buy slave Nance from Mr. and Mrs. Hastings Marks. Wants Callis to arrange\n                     purchase.  [2539]","Introducing Mr. Strickland.  [568]","List of law books to be forwarded to Stuart at Staunton by Col. [Thomas] Bell.\n                     Requests Staunton clockmender for work on Monticello clocks. Mentions Dabney\n                     Carr. (List of books previously unpublished.)  [569]","[2540, N-544]","T. J. writes to Remsen concerning the purchase of a machine for cutting nails,\n                     noting that he is finding \"nail making profitable and convenient ... and is ...\n                     getting more into it.\" He notes that he has a dozen hands already emplyed and\n                     expects to increase thier number. He concludes with a note about the\n                     possibility of the French making peace with their continental enemies and adds\n                     a postscript about some enclosed bills of exchange [not present].","Bohemian glass.  [2541]","Writes about being home with his family and wishes that she and her husband\n                     were nearby. Wishes to hear news of Catharine Church. Mentions that his\n                     daughter Martha Jefferson Randolph is absent and writing a letter to Maria\n                     Cosway.","Letter of introduction for Mr. Peyton, merchant of Milton, to trade in\n                     Philadelphia. Barnes to send tea, glasses, tin plates, solder, and pure tin by\n                     Peyton. J. Bringhurst knows supply of pure tin.  [2542]","Order for panes of glass for Monticello.  [570]","Banks's suit against T. J. as former governor of Virginia.\n                         [2543]","Warrant for 100 acres of land in Campbell County. Surveyed by Richard Smith\n                     (i.e., Stith).  [571]","Copy of plat and surveyor's courses for 100 acres of land surveyed for T. J. in\n                     Campbell County.  [572]","Patent for 800 acres in Bedford County, a part of the Poplar Forest tract,\n                     surveyed for John Wayles by Richard Stith, 20 March 1770, and patented in the\n                     name of T. J., 1795. Plat shows adjoining lands belonging to Richard Callaway,\n                     William Callaway, and Mr. Moseby.  [573]","Bread lists for Monticello, Mr. Petit, and Mr. Page. Labor lists for\n                     Monticello, Tufton, Shadwell, and Lego. General clothing list. Lists white\n                     workers Mr. Buck, Mr. Watson, Mr. Bailey.  [2544]","List of articles needed at Varina. Greetings to Maria and the children.\n                         [574]","Mr. Payne's foreclosure of mortgage on Derieux's tenement leased from Wood.\n                         [575]","Mr. Randolph's wagon. News of Thomas Jefferson Randolph. Depositions of the\n                     Shocko inspectors. Cold weather. Peter Carr at Philadelphia. References to\n                     Maria Jefferson and Anne Randolph.  [576]","Frees Hemings, son of Betty Hemings. Witnessed by John Carr and Francis\n                     Anderson. Recorded by John Nicholas, Clerk, April Court, 1796.\n                         [2545]","Cold weather; Randolph's affairs at Edgehill; scarcity of corn; payment of Mr.\n                     Divers; land grants in Bedford and Campbell Counties. Action regarding tobacco\n                     passed by Cobb (tobacco inspector) around 1786. Mr. Faris to pick up machine\n                     from Mr. Britton. Construction work (at Monticello?). References to Peter Carr,\n                     [Robert?] Gamble, and to Shadwell.  [578]","John Barnes to act for William Short in collecting interest on stock from the\n                     Treasury or Bank of the U.S. Witnessed by Thomas Bell, justice of the peace for\n                     Albemarle County; certified by John Nicholas.  [2545-a]","Marriage of Captain Allcock to Mrs. [Mildred] Walker. Plowing at Monticello and\n                     Edgehill. Peas, clover, groceries at Monticello. References to [Thomas] Bell,\n                     Adrien Petit, Mr. Page, and Mr. Robertson.  [579]","T. J. reports that the blinds have arrived safely.","Conveying 400 acres of land on Hardware River in Albemarle County inherited\n                     from Peter Jefferson.  [580]","Assignment to Mrs. Henderson by special Commissioners (William Clark, Robert\n                     Snelson, John Watson) of her dower in the estate of her husband, Bennett\n                     Henderson, deceased: profits of mill and warehouse, buildings and land, town\n                     lots at Milton. References to her son, John Henderson.  [581]","Surveyor's difficulty in keeping up with legislative changes.\n                         [582]","Enclosing draft of Nicholas' house plans. Needs good overseer.\n                         [583]","No conveyance by Peter Jefferson recorded in Lunenburg County 1750 to 1757.\n                     Will search in Bedford and Halifax Counties. Pleased that Washington will not\n                     serve another term.  [584]","Order for window glass, paid for by draft on John Barnes.\n                         [585]","Covering letter for an account with Henderson, McCaul \u0026 Co. Records\n                     receipts from James Brown, Christopher Clark, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [586]","Payment for window glass by draft on John Barnes.  [587]","T. J. asks Rutledge for 20 bushels of cowpeas, gives instructions on shipping\n                     to Charles Johnston \u0026 Co., Richmond and payment through John Barnes of\n                     Philadelphia, and discusses improvements he has made on the Lieth machine for\n                     threshing wheat in Virginia and rice in South Carolina. T. J. continues with a\n                     discussion of how much unmerited abuse and praise he has suffered in public\n                     service, his wish for retirement, the outcome of the election of 1796 which he\n                     knows Adams will win adding \"I know well that no man will ever bring out of\n                     that office the reputation which carries him into it. the honeymoon would be as\n                     short in that case as in any other, \u0026 it's moment of extasy would be\n                     ransomed by years of torment \u0026 hatred.\" He predicts he will live in\n                     peace while Adams will be shipwrecked in the gathering storm, but nevertheless\n                     urges Rutledge to continue in national public office for \"there is no bankrupt\n                     law in heaven by which you may get off with shillings in the pound, with\n                     rendering to a single state what you owed to the whole confederacy.\"\n                         [2545-b]","His gift of bed ticks, sheets, and blankets now at [Thomas] Bell's. Thanks for\n                     eggplants.  [978]","News of her friends, Miss Geddis and Miss McKain. Unable to provide Miss Bruni\n                     a place in his carriage. Permission to remain at Varina.  [588]","See Item 588.  [2546]","Spring earlier at Monticello than at Fredericksburg. Loneliness for Maria and\n                     Martha. Healthfulness of Monticello compared with Varina. References to Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr., and Billy Wood.  [589]","Apologies to the militia captains for Thomas Mann Randolph's absence. Clover,\n                     mules, price of wheat.  [590]","Illegible copy dealing with tobacco.  [591]","Patent for 100 acres on Ivy Creek in Campbell County, adjoining Wilkerson,\n                     Johnson, Tullos.  [592]","Welcomes her home to her native country and comments that the agitations of\n                     Europe have reached even the United States. Inquires of Madame de Corny, Maria\n                     Cosway, and Catharine Church.","Her marriage to John Wayles Eppes. Offers Pantops. Can make road to Edgehill to\n                     make it close as Monticello. Congressional debates.  [2547]","Box containing mammoth's tooth and another bone which Mr. Johnston has in\n                     Philadelphia. Tooth to be addressed to Prince of Parma, delivered to Yrujo,\n                     Spanish minister. Notes, one paid to Charles Johnston and Company. Mentions Mr.\n                     Short.  [2548]","Is repacking the enormous (fossil) tooth. Incloses invoice for sash doors and\n                     his account. Draft in favor of C. Johnson; W. and S. Keith's notes. Tobacco\n                     prices.  [593]","Account of Mr. Lote.  [594]","Santo Domingo revolt. Concern about slave revolts in U.S. Financing government\n                     in U.S. and Europe.  [2549]","Draft on William Short's account. Yellow fever epidemic has emptied the city.\n                         [596]","Marriage of Maria Jefferson and John Wayles Eppes. Will make settlement like\n                     that with Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. and Martha Jefferson Randolph. Rather than\n                     Poplar Forest, giving Pantops opposite Monticello. Angola exchange; interests\n                     in Bedford. Monticello roofing.  [2553]","Encloses power of attorney for Barnes to draw on William Short's dividends for\n                     payment to James Monroe in Philadelphia.  [2549-a]","Binds Francis, Elizabeth Wayles, and John Wayles Eppes of Chesterfield and\n                     Thomas and Maria Jefferson. Francis Eppes conveys land at Bermuda Hundred on\n                     James River and at Martin's Swamp next to David Meade Randolph's land. T. J.\n                     conveys Pantops, formerly Smith land on Rivanna River in Albemarle, slaves,\n                     etc. Witnessed by Richard Richardson, Hugh Chisolm, and Matthew Toler.\n                         [2550]","Binds Thomas and Maria Jefferson of Albemarle and Francis, Elizabeth Wayles,\n                     and John Wayles Eppes of Chesterfield. T. J. conveys Angola on Appomattox\n                     River, Cumberland. Francis Eppes conveys Bermuda Hundred, Chesterfield. T. J.\n                     conveys Pantops, formerly Smith land, on Rivanna River, bounded by Lego,\n                     formerly Edwin Hickman land, and slaves.  [2551]","T. J.'s power of attorney confirmed. James Monroe's draft. Yellow fever\n                     epidemic. Letter to [James Thomson?] Callender.  [597]","News of Maria's health. Greetings to Martha and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [598]","Letter for Mr. Henry. Mr. Blount and Mr. Beckley may read it.\n                         [2552]","[2554]","Letters from John Wayles Eppes and Kitty Church. Discusses harmony in marriage.\n                     Mr. Bolling's drunkenness at Chestnut Grove. Virginia estates.\n                         [2555]","Mentions Mrs. [James] Monroe, Madame de Corny's improved situation, and\n                     receiving a letter from Catharine Church. Comments on news from a Mr.\n                     Niemcewitz, a Polish gentleman, that Maria Cosway has thrown herself into\n                     religion since the loss of her daughter and other circumstances","News of his daughters, Maria\" Jefferson Eppes and Martha Jefferson Randolph.\n                     Invites her to Monticello.","Jupiter reports theft at Monticello; York (slave) suspected. References to\n                     [Richard] Richardson, overseer at Monticello, and George (slave). Order for\n                     window glass and for the last edition of Linnaeus' Gerlera Plantarum.\n                         [599]","Received in Virginia letter about Fénelon's\n                     Télémachus. Edition equal to those from Europe.\n                         [2556]","Bill of exchange to Samuel H. Smith.  [2557]","Letter delivered to General Kosciuszko. Possible war with France, whose\n                     attitude, like England's, threatens U. S. commerce. Kosciuszko disappointed at\n                     France's peace with Austria; had hoped his country would rise again.\n                         [600]","Importance of proper adjustment of both federal and state governments.\n                     Differences in Congress respecting comparative influence of the two.\n                         [601]","Martha established at Belmont after move from Varina. Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                     has wheelwright, carpenter, smith, and other workmen. Mr. and Mrs. P. Carr\n                     visiting. Ellen's health.  [2557-a]","Need for nailrod at Monticello's nail manufactory. Need for a journeyman\n                     blacksmith. Tobacco crop. References to slaves George, James, and Page.\n                         [602]","George Jefferson to handle letter. Mr. Page and George know how to handle seed\n                     when arrived at Charlottesville or Milton. Box for Mr. Strickland. French\n                     Directory acted against Philadelphia's English merchants.\n                         [2558]","Purchase of horses and mules. Mr. Hore [Browse] Trist unlikely to purchase\n                     [Nicholas?] Lewis' farm, since he prefers the country near Frederick County,\n                     Va., or Berkeley County, [W.] Va.  [603]","Would make her private secretary at Monticello. Letter from John Wayles Eppes.\n                     Richmond mail. Orders for Quarrier to deliver chariot. May visit Eppington.\n                     Work at Monticello. Congress to adjourn late. Mr. Trist rents George Nicholas'\n                     house in Charlottesville.  [2559]","Discussion of the XYZ Affair; Charles Talleyrand.  [604]","Work done by George at Monticello. XYZ Affair. Suspects Talleyrand's honesty.\n                     Tobacco prices. References to Wilson Cary Nicholas and Thomas Walker. T. J.'s\n                     return to Monticello.  [605]","Shipment of trees and a harpsichord. Supply of lumber for work at Monticello.\n                     Tobacco and corn crops. Purchase of horses. Books by Lescarbot and Champlain.\n                     Accident to his horse Darlington. References to Davenport, George (slave), and\n                     to [Richard?] Richardson.  [606]","Power of attorney.  [2559-a]","Bill of exchange to James Cary.  [2560]","Bequeaths property to T. J. to purchase slaves and give them liberty. See also\n                     1819 May 12 for T. J.'s refusal to execute will.  [607]","XYZ Affair. Possibility of war. Cannot visit Eppington. Hopes John Wayles Eppes\n                     and Maria can go to Monticello.  [608]","Letter to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Maria and John Wayles Eppes should go to\n                     Richmond from Monticello. Politics. Randolph children likely to forget T. J.\n                         [2561]","Letter from Mr. Eppes. Congress to adjourn. Wants Maria and John Wayles Eppes\n                     to go to Monticello. Harpsichord at Monticello. Mentions Eppington, Eppes\n                     family.  [2562]","Proposed trip to Monticello. Trip to Petersburg and Shirley. Smallpox\n                     vaccination. Harpsichord at Monticello. Mentions Polly Archer, Mary J. Bolling,\n                     Martha J. Carr, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Bolling Walker, John Walker, and\n                     Tabby Walker.  [609]","Acknowledges receipt of various letters. Forwards book by Lescarbot. Tobacco\n                     crop at Shadwell. George's difficulties in handling the slaves. People\n                     suspicious of Federal law empowering recruitment of army.\n                         [610]","Hopes to see Maria at Monticello. Maria's harpsichord in good condition.\n                     Reports from Charles C. Pinckney, John Marshall, and Elbridge Gerry on\n                     relations with France. Greetings to Mr. and Mrs. Francis Eppes and John Wayles\n                     Eppes.  [611]","Detestable triumph of principles (Alien and Sedition Acts etc.) repugnant to T.\n                     J. Note for Mr. [Hore Browse?] Trist. Things are well at Belmont, Dunlora, and\n                     Carrsbrook. Medicines required.  [612]","Sum due William Short from U.S. Treasury to be paid John Barnes. Mentions Bank\n                     of U.S.  [2563]","Expresses pleasure at Croft's letter on the German and English languages.\n                     Criticism of Johnson and Skinner as etymologists. Proposals for simplifying the\n                     study of Anglo-Saxon. Approves Croft's idea of a dictionary as a general index\n                     to literature.  [613]","Affirmation of principles of the Kentucky Resolutions.  [614]","Phraseology of a paper concurring with the Kentucky Resolutions.\n                         [615]","Lucy has increased her family. Plans to set out for Philadelphia. News of John\n                     Wayles Eppes, Francis Eppes, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Ellen Randolph.\n                         [616]","Illness resulting from trip to Philadelphia via Fredericksburg. Republican\n                     Party advances in the public mind. Greetings to Thomas Mann Randolph and the\n                     children.  [617]","English reasons for war with France.  [2564]","Recent illness. Plans for Monticello in the spring.  [618]","Assistant Postmaster General needs date of mail irregularity reported by\n                     Garrett and Mr. Watson.  [2565]","Bill of exchange to John Francis.  [2566]","Christmas festivities. All well at Monticello. Visit to George Dineer. Mentions\n                     Martha, Virginia, Nancy, and Ellen Randolph.  [619]","Sale of lands at Bermuda Hundred and Martin's Swamp. Receipt from Mr. Page.\n                     Maria Eppes' health improving.  [620]","Bill of exchange to Mrs. Gardner, washer woman. Receipted by Jacob Lawrence for\n                     Mrs. Gardner.  [2567]","Possible renting of his land at Bermuda Hundred. Advantages of the property.\n                     Poor quality tenants in that area. References to Monticello, Mont Blanco, Maria\n                     Eppes, and the Randolphs.  [621]","Letter by British packet. Logan's trip to France. John Barnes will pay funds\n                     due. Mentions Virginia, Hamburg, Paris, newspapers.  [2568]","Bill of exchange to Stevens Thomson Mason. Receipted by Richard Williams for\n                     Stevens Thomson Mason.  [2569]","Advising reason not rashness (regarding the Alien and Sedition laws).\n                         [622]","Measures against the Alien and Sedition laws.  [623]","Sale of Eppes' lands, and hiring of his slaves by Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                     Recruiting army for French war. Bill to retaliate on French citizens if French\n                     injure impressed seamen. Copy of [John?] Nicholas' pamphlet.\n                         [624]","Quotes Ossian. Trip to Monticello. Eppington, via Fredericksburg and Richmond,\n                     too far. T. J. thinks she is at Montblanco. Letter to John Wayles Eppes.\n                         [2570]","Duplicates item 2570.  [2571]","Petitions from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York against standing armies\n                     and the Alien and Sedition Acts.  [625]","Too ill to go to Philadelphia. Pendleton's republican ideas to be published in\n                     Richmond. Virginia politics.  [2572]","Martha Randolph has arrived from Belmont. Attempts to make Monticello\n                     habitable. Hopes for visit from Maria. Mentions John Wayles Eppes.\n                         [626]","Subscriptions to U. S. Government loan of five millions. William Short's\n                     certificates. Good for Monticello, including linseed oil, sweet oil, figs and\n                     raisins, sash doors, cloverseed, groceries, and books, shipped aboard the Sloop\n                     Little Jim.  [627]","Myers' account of his travels in France not available in Philadelphia. Payment\n                     of drafts for T. J. and William Short. Scrip is down. Goods and bill of\n                     exchange sent to General Kosciuszko in care of Messrs. Nicholas and Jacob Van\n                     Staphorst and Hubbard via the ship Stadt Hamburgh, Capt. Heer Sjoerds. Planes,\n                     saws, plants, coffee, and rice ready for Sloop Sally, Capt. E. Potter.\n                         [628]","Invoices enclosed. Plants for Monticello. Letter for [Benjamin F.] Bache.\n                     Payment to Joseph Roberts. Reference to Mr. Bartram.  [629]","Goods, bills of exchange, and letters for General Kosciuszko shipped aboard the\n                     Stadt Hamburgh, to Van Staphorst \u0026 Hubbard. Mentions [William?]\n                     Adamson.  [630]","Doubts he can visit Eppington. Work done by Page on J. W. Eppes' land. News of\n                     Peter Carr, Samuel Carr, Dr. and Mrs. [Benjamin F.] Bache, Champe Carter,\n                     Dupont de Nemours, and Ellen Randolph.  [631]","Certificates for William Short. Chimney piece in charge of Mr. Dorsey. Letter\n                     enclosed from [Tench] Coxe.  [632]","Grievances of people of Charlottesville and Milton to go to Mr. Divers.\n                         [2573]","Account with T. J. Payment to Joseph Roberts. Tobacco prices falling.\n                     Recommends barter of tobacco for clothes. Great risks involved in shipments to\n                     Europe. Scarcity of money.  [633]","Crop prospects poor. Has given Page corn for Eppes' slaves and horses until\n                     harvest. Urges early visit to Monticello.  [634]","[2574]","Bill of exchange to Dr. David Jackson.  [2575]","Mr. Brand's patent for 1,000 acres of land. Doors made for T. J. by Mr. Trump.\n                     Nailrod from Joseph Roberts.  [635]","Conveying 669 acres of land in Goochland County, including Elkhill, which T. J.\n                     had purchased from Henry and Anne Skipwith. Witnessed by David Bullock, Elisha\n                     Leak, Lilburne Lewis, Randolph Lewis, and James Martin. Recorded by W. Miller,\n                     Clerk of Goochland County.  [636]","Discussed Kentucky-Virginia resolutions with Madison. Persuaded by Madison to\n                     omit references to secession. Loss of John Nicholas and visit of John Marshall\n                     to Kentucky create problems.  [2576]","Order for payment to George Jefferson \u0026 Co. for $500.","Witnessed by James Dinsmore, Robert Bolling, and Richard Richardson. Mentions\n                     Monticello.  [2577]","Lease for a part of Shadwell for five years, the rent to be paid in gold or\n                     silver money. No field to be sown in corn more than one year; each field to lie\n                     fallow or be sown in peas or clover for two years. Witnessed by Robert Bolling,\n                     James Densmore, and Richard Richardson.  [638]","Congratulations on [Thomas] McKean's election [as Governor of Pennsylvania].\n                     Republican party in Pennsylvania. Reformation of Congress at least two years\n                     away. Protagonists of England and France in Congress.  [639]","Oliver Ellsworth and James Iredell working toward a monarchy through common law\n                     doctrine. Washington's attitude. French misfortunes and British aggressions.\n                         [640]","John Haden to guide Chickasaw Indians to see Governor in Richmond.\n                         [2578]","Kentucky Resolutions. Popular opposition to the Alien and Sedition laws.\n                         [641]","[William] Woods defeated Peter Carr in election. [Wilson C.?] Nicholas and T.\n                     J. delayed by snow. News of Eppes' slaves. Agrees to engage Powell (as\n                     overseer?). Reference to Mr. and Mrs. Francis Eppes.  [642]","Conveying his share of Bennett Henderson's estate, excepting his interest in a\n                     mill and a lot and house in Milton. Witnessed by Marbell Camden, William\n                     Gambill, and Bennett [H.] Henderson. John Henderson's bond for James\n                     Henderson's performance of contract, 28 December 1799, witnessed by Thomas\n                     Concord and John Agg. Woodson's assignment of his title to Craven Peyton, 25\n                     April 1801, witnessed by Samuel H. Woodson and Bred. Gaines. (See letter from\n                     Jefferson to Peyton regarding purchase of Woodson's share 15 January 1801).\n                         [643]","On same sheet as  [2706] , 1805 March 26.\n                         [2579]","William Short's U.S. Treasury account payable to John Barnes.\n                         [2580]","Wheat crop. Mentions Mr. Donald and Philadelphia.  [2581]","Solution of a geometrical problem from Jonathan Williams'  Thermometrical Navigation. [644]","Bill of exchange to Tench Coxe. Receipted by Ezekiel Foreman for Tench Coxe.\n                         [2582]","Birth of Maria's daughter.  [645]","Houdon's equestrian statue of Washington in the Capitol at Richmond. Prices in\n                     Paris, Rome, and Florence. Mentions sculptor Ceracchi.\n                         [2582-a]","Writes fond remembrances of her visits, and mentions his daughters Martha\n                     Jefferson Randolph and Mary Jefferson Eppes and that the latter has become a\n                     mother.","Factors involved in low tobacco prices. Possibilities of peace in Europe.\n                     Subscription to newspapers and to prices current. Yellow fever epidemics.\n                     Gouverneur Morris' oration on the death of George Washington.\n                         [646]","Kentucky Resolutions. Judiciary district for the West. Fear for republicanism\n                     in France. References to Napoleon Bonaparte and the Directory.\n                         [647]","Sends book by Joseph Priestley. Discussion of Augustin Barruel's Antisocial\n                     Conspiracy. Religious and philosophical doctrines of Wishaupt, Godwin, and\n                     Morse.  [648]","Importance of minority rights with majority rule. Danger of a military force.\n                     Bonaparte's overthrow of the French Constitution.  [649]","Death of his coachman, Jupiter, at Fredericksburg. Orders for bottling cider.\n                     Mentions [Richard] Richardson.  [650]","Maria's illness; attended by Dr. Turpin.  [651]","Bill of exchange to Maurice Rogers.  [2583]","Bill of exchange to John Hawkins.  [2584]","Death of Maria's child. Failure of the mails. Plans to visit her on the way to\n                     Monticello. Inquiries about her health. References to Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., and John Wayles Eppes.  [652]","Maria's illness.  [653]","Bill of exchange to T. J.  [2585]","Parliamentary irregularities of Continental Congress and U.S. House of\n                     Representatives. Senate better. Encloses text of T. J.  A\n                        Manual of Parliamentary Practice  for Wythe's corrections.\n                         [2586]","Envoys at Lisbon. Sell tobacco to Mr. Lieper, not to French. Bordeaux and\n                     London prices. West Indies stock. John Barnes to pay draft. New York market.\n                     Congress to adjourn.  [2587]","Explains how the proceeds from his annual tobacco crop are used to pay his\n                     supply merchant in Virginia.","For nails received from [Richard] Richardson by Carr and Thomas Bell.\n                         [654]","Nails and brads delivered by R. Richardson.  [2588]","Aversion to ceremony and wish to avoid newspaper publicity. Visit to Eppington.\n                     Progress of good sense and Republicanism.  [655]","Sent box of plants and plaster of Paris. Instructions for construction at\n                     Monticello. Horses to meet him at Eppington. References to Davy Bowles,\n                     Nicholas Lewis, Reuben Perry, and Mr. Short.  [656]","Plans for trip to Monticello via Eppington or Mont Blanco. References to John\n                     Wayles Eppes, Francis Eppes, Martha Randolph, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [657]","Maria's health restored. T. J.'s trip to Mont Blanco. Mr. Powell has agreed to\n                     go to Monticello (as overseer?). Reference to Miss Church. Death of [John?]\n                     Bolling.  [658]","Suit against D. Mossis, involving James Ross, Mr. Skitt, P. Cours, and Colonel\n                     Morrir. Lilly's efficiency as overseer. Wheat crop, fruit, and sheep in good\n                     condition. [Richard] Richardson's work on T. J.'s apartment. Ursula's illness\n                     due to poisons of the \"Buckingham Negro conjuror.\" Forwards sheeting samples.\n                         [659]","Discusses arrangements to have horses sent from Monticello to the home of John\n                     Wayles Eppes, where he intends to rest for a few days.","Accountwith John Barnes, his commission agent and financial manager.\n                         [670]","Covering an account. Packages in the hands of Mr. Sheaff. Shipment of goods\n                     including china and oil. Eight per cent stock looking up. Purchase of\n                     government stock for William Short, Tadeusz Kosciuszko, and T. J. Medicine from\n                     Dr. Jackson. References to Mr. Stewart (Gilbert Stuart?) and G. Simpson.\n                         [660]","Accountwith John Barnes, his commission agent and financial manager.\n                         [670]","Disapproves of Union dinner. Disregard of Chase's accusations of atheism.\n                     Callender should be defended. Arrival of treaty from France. Reference to\n                     Dupont.  [661]","Company's account, signed by James Lyle, covering T. J.'s payments from 4 March\n                     1790 to 12 November 1798 on his bond.  [662]","Dr. and Mrs. [William] Bache, and Mrs. Monroe are in the neighborhood. The\n                     \"Forte piano\" has arrived. Murder of Birch [Samuel Burch] by George Carter.\n                     Heavy wheat crop. Hopes for visit from Maria and John Eppes.\n                         [663]","Bill of exchange for Van Staphorst \u0026 Hubbard. T. J.'s chairs\n                     misdirected to [James?] Brown for Col. [Samuel J.?] Cabell. References to Mrs.\n                     Ratcliffe and [J.] Letchworth.  [664]","Francis Eppes' accident. Money required by Francis Eppes as security for Daniel\n                     Hylton. Maria Eppes mentioned.  [665]","Post script dated September 17 explains that T. J. believed original document\n                     miscarried, thus he his sending a duplicate. Architectural plan for Nicholas'\n                     house. Peter Carr's plan.  [2588-a]","Forwarding an account. Discounts at the Bank of Pennsylvania. Bill of exchange\n                     to Van Staphorst \u0026 Hubbard for the credit of \"P. M.\" Has acquired new\n                     house and store. Government stock for Tadeusz Kosciuszko, William Short, and J.\n                     B. Reference to Mrs. Ratcliffe, [John] Richards, S. T. Mason.\n                         [666]","Accountwith John Barnes, his commission agent and financial manager.\n                         [670]","Mrs. Randolph, whom Boardly knew in England, holds marriage contract annuity\n                     payable by Peter Randolph, Peyton Randolph, and Philip Grymes. Peter Randolph's\n                     estate insolvent. Edmund Randolph is Peyton Randolph's heir. Suit filed against\n                     Philip Grymes, who can claim against Edmund Peyton, who cannot pay.\n                         [2589]","TJ has refused to accept a gift of two casks of wine from [Josef] Yznardi as he\n                     accepts no presents in office. TJ will pay for the wine and asks Smith to\n                     forward the casks to Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. TJ congratulates Smith on the\n                     \"triumphs of republicanism\" in Baltimore adding that the \"spirit of 76 had\n                     never left the people....\" He assures Smith that whether or not he wins the\n                     presidency the republicans will have a majority in the House of Representatives\n                     which \"will keep the government from running wild....\"","T. J.'s accommodations at Mr. Conrade's. Nautical Almanacs ordered. Pamphlet\n                     regarding C. C. P[inckney]. References to Messrs. Langdon, Baldwin, and Brown.\n                         [667]","Price of handkerchiefs. Reference to Mr. Munn.  [668]","Requests that Samuel Woodson replace Nathaniel Perkins as postmaster at\n                     Goochland Court House.  [669]","Accountwith John Barnes, his commission agent and financial manager.\n                         [670]","Wants to study in Europe as did John Trumbull. Prefers diplomatic post in\n                     France to one in Italy.  [2590]","Congress assembled. Housing costs more than at Philadelphia. Senate opposition\n                     to French treaty. Judiciary. Territorial governments. Votes of Vermont,\n                     Kentucky, Tennessee uncertain. Republican candidates have more votes than\n                     Federalists, Mr Adams and Mr. Pinckney. Mr. Powell builds nailery. Mentions\n                     Col. Burr, Maria, and Edgehill.  [2591]","Accountwith John Barnes, his commission agent and financial manager.\n                         [670]","Lists Monticello, Thornton Gap, Ruffner's, Cunningham's Mill, Rockfish Gap,\n                     Kennerley's, Madison's Cove, Jones's, Gilbert's, Narrow Passage, Rappidan,\n                     Robinson River, Brown's Culpeper Court House, Hedgeman River, Fauquier Court\n                     House, Germantown, [Pa.?], Widow Nevill's, West's Ordinary, Leesburg,\n                     Knowland's Ferry, Zane's, Winchester, Threetons, McCormack's, Harper's Ferry,\n                     Frederictown, [Md.?], Bentley's. Taverns listed, Leesburg: McEntire's, Indian\n                     King; Frederictown: Crush's, Sycamore Tree; Tawney Town: Mrs. Charlton's,\n                     Caleb's, Bacchus and Threetons; Petersburg: Kurtz's, The Swan; McAllister's\n                     Town: Rhenegher's; Yorktown: White's, Sign of the Lemon; Lancaster: Rickhart's,\n                     The Bear. Other towns: Alexandria, Colchester, Dumfries, Lansdowne, Elkrun\n                     Church, Piscotaway, Port Tobacco, Howe's Ferry, Port Royal, Bowling Green,\n                     Hanover Court House, Goodall's, Richmond.  [2592]","[2593]","Plan for crop rotation--wheat, corn, and rye--for the years 1800-1804.\n                         [671]","Not executed by Jefferson.  [N-390]","These notes are from ca. 1800, as the remodeling of Monticello is mentioned in\n                     the notes. These drawings, however, are not for Monticello, but for a house in\n                     town, probably Philadelphia. These drawings were evidently modified and\n                     submitted to James Barbour for Barboursville in 1817 as stated by Kimball.\n                         [N-4a]","[N-409]","Family's health good. Lilly's difficulties in hiring workers. Arrival of [John]\n                     Craven, new overseer. Work done at Monticello in clearing fields and in the\n                     nailery. Problems of handling the slaves. Mentions Mr. Powell and [Richard]\n                     Richardson, overseers.  [672]","Visit to Mount Vernon. Enquiries about Maria from Martha Washington and Mrs.\n                     Lewis. Election of 1800. Colonel Burr's conduct honorable. Family meetings at\n                     Monticello and in Washington planned.  [673]","Money for T. J. in check and cash. Reference to John Richards.\n                         [674]","Martha's illness. Lilly making up a gang. Clover, peas, turnips for the garden.\n                     Turnips required to feed sheep. Election to be decided in the House of\n                     Representatives. Reference to Cornelia Randolph.  [675]","T. J. writes regarding the payment he made Trumbull for a double pair of prints\n                     which he paid with an order on Leroy and Bayard.","Accountwith John Barnes, his commission agent and financial manager.","Remittance to Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. Credit to William Short's account.\n                         [676]","Requests Peyton to purchase shares of Henderson estate for T. J. in Peyton's\n                     name. Survey of line between T. J.'s land and the Henderson land. Equal vote\n                     for Republican candidates in the election of 1800. References to Colle, [John]\n                     Watson, and [Robert] Snelson.  [677]","Apologizes for long delay in writing. Offers to purchase his land near\n                     Lynchburg. Report that T. J. cast deciding vote in nomination of bankrupt\n                     son-in law of Adams, Joshua Johnston, as postmaster.  [678]","William Short's account.  [679]","Sends two pairs of black silk stockings. References to Mr. Pickford and Mr.\n                     Latimore.  [680]","Refuses to sell Poplar Forest. Justifies his vote for Joshua Johnston.\n                     References to John Adams and George Washington.  [681]","Martha's illness. Anne Randolph's disposition. Election thrown into the House\n                     of Representatives. Comments on visitors who refuse to confine themselves to\n                     visiting hours.  [682]","Coming election. Dinsmore's account. Mentions Lillie [Gabriel Lilly?] and Dr.\n                     Bache.  [2594]","Salary payments when he changes position on March 4. Urges that T. J. draw on\n                     him if necessary. Accounts with William Short and Tadeusz Kosciuszko.\n                         [683]","Election still deadlocked. Denies personal ambition, but wishes to bring\n                     government back to republican principles. Plans for trip to Monticello.\n                         [684]","Purchase of John R. Kerr's and Tucker Woodson's shares of the Bennett Henderson\n                     estate. Election concluded.  [685]","Mr. Tyler took letter to Maria. Eppes family at Monticello. Bedford stock.\n                     Gibson \u0026 Jefferson to pay for horses. Horses from Dr. Walker, Mr. Bell,\n                     and Mr. Haxall. Cost of Presidency. Col. Hoomes's horses. Federalists weak.\n                     Senate may reject nominations. No European news.  [2595]","T. J. states he does not know the price of journeymen in D.C., but expects\n                     there will be more work in D.C. than Philadelphia. T. J. has engaged someone\n                     else to do his own brick or stone work, therefore, he would have no employment\n                     for Richardson.","Glad of his explanation of Joshua Johnston's appointment. Congratulations on\n                     his election to presidency. Asks for appointment to office.\n                         [686]","Stressing harmony and unity, the value of Republican principles, need for wise\n                     and frugal, but not too powerful, government. Outlines the essential principles\n                     of our government.  [687]","Measures relative to the Navy. Postpones answer to Smith's letter regarding a\n                     consulship for William Buchanan. References to James Madison, Albert Gallatin.\n                         [688]","John Barnes wrote about Kosciuszko's financial affairs. Bank stock converted to\n                     U.S. government loan. Republican majority. Land for Kosciuszko near Monticello.\n                     Mentions Mr. Dawson and Mr. Pichon.  [2595-a]","Conveying Isham Henderson's share of Bennett Henderson's estate to James L.\n                     Henderson, and from him to Craven Peyton. Witnesses: Dan Richarson, Abraham\n                     Grove, John McLean, and William Clark. Confirmation of deed by Isham upon his\n                     coming of age, 6 June 1804. Certification by Matthew Flournoy and Thomas Given,\n                     Justices of the Peace of Shelby County, Ky., by James Craig, Clerk of Shelby\n                     County, Ky., and by Isaac Ellis, Presiding Justice of the Peace of Shelby\n                     County.  [689]","Conveys personal and public news. Topics include his health; Mazzei's marriage;\n                     a humorous comment on marriage in general; vetches; cymling and squash seeds,\n                     with a suggestion for hybridizing; the sale of Colle; the poverty of an old\n                     friend; Bishop James Madison and his new cabinet officers.","Rejoicing over the victory of the Republican Party.  [690]","The will of the people is the only legitimate foundation of government.\n                         [691]","Probably owned by T. J.","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Suggesting temporary acceptance of the post of Secretary of the Navy. Factors\n                     involved in the appointments of [William] Kilty, [Wilson Cary] Nicholas, and\n                     James Wilkinson. Importance of civilian control of the military. References to\n                     [Gabriel] Duval.  [692]","Consultation regarding the Navy Department.  [693]","Comments on being elected to the presidency of the United States: \"The post is\n                     not enviable, as it affords little exercise for social affections. There is\n                     something within us which makes us wish to have things conducted in our own\n                     way, and which we generally fancy to be patriotism. This passion is gratified\n                     by such a position.\" Mentions that Maria Jefferson Eppes and Martha Jefferson\n                     Randolph are pregnant.","Constitution will be administered according to the will of the founders.\n                         [694]","Acknowledges congratulations on election. Will uphold Constitution for good of\n                     people.  [2596]","Trip to Monticello. Purchase of horses from Dr. Walker, [Thomas] Bell, Mr.\n                     Haxall, or Dr. Shore. Draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. [John] Dawson's\n                     mission to France. Robert R. Livingston appointed minister to France. Adams'\n                     midnight appointments. Policy with respect to removal of incumbents from\n                     office.  [695]","Information regarding T. J.'s accounts with Gibson \u0026 Jefferson, Rapin\n                     \u0026 Co., Mr. Carpenter, S. H. Smith, and [James?] Stewart. References to\n                     Joseph Dougherty and the Bank of Columbia.  [696]","Defends himself against brother's charge of lack of delicacy in requesting an\n                     appointment to office.  [697]","Paid by bill of exchange.  [2598]","Family at Edgehill well. Nancy Jefferson's marriage to Charles Lewis. Purchase\n                     of horses. New British Admiralty Courts in Jamaica and the Windward Islands\n                     will relieve U. S. of British spoliation. References to Martha Randolph and\n                     Maria Eppes.  [698]","Letter to Mr. Eppes about horses at Bermuda Hundred. Davy Bowles comes for\n                     them. John works for Lilly; Goliah is gardener. Invites her to Washington.\n                     Bacon to arrive from Bedford before she reaches Monticello.\n                         [2599]","Will send the copper sheeting for Monticello roof. James Madison may rent Mr.\n                     [John?] Marshall's dwelling. Mentions [John] Richards, Gibson \u0026\n                     Jefferson.  [699]","Navy Department matters. Appointments. Letters from St. George Tucker regarding\n                     Captain Cowper. Letter from [Stephen] Sayre regarding a purchase on Long\n                     Island. Letter from General [Alexander] Spotswood. Necessity of silence\n                     regarding appointments. Mentions John Adams and Benjamin Stoddert.\n                         [700]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Breaking in of horses bought for T. J. Plans for the summer at Monticello.\n                     References to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha Randolph, Maria Eppes, Frances\n                     Eppes I, the Trist family, Martin (slave), and Davy (slave).\n                         [701]","Election of Peter Carr. Purchase of fish. Birth of Samuel Carr's son.\n                     References to Overton Carr and Dolly Madison.  [702]","Paid by John Barnes.  [2600]","Payments to Mr. Peale, Colonel Hoomes, and Mr. Rapin.  [703]","Bill for milk and cream.  [758]","Check for and address of James Stewart, Philadelphia.  [704]","Bill of exchange to Joseph Rapin.  [2601]","Bill of exchange to Colin C. Wills.  [2602]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Concerning T. J.'s account with Barnes.  [705]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Returning thanks for their congratulations on his election. Safety rests with\n                     preservation of union, with powers divided between state and federal\n                     governments.  [706]","Pleasant society in Washington. Visit by Mr. and Mrs. Madison. Meeting of the\n                     Eppes, Randolphs, and T. J. at Monticello.  [707]","Favors simple etiquette in correspondence between the President and governors.\n                         [708]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Clearance papers for the Ship Venus, Capt. Samuel Bunce, bound for Liverpool,\n                     countersigned by James Madison.  [709]","Clearance papers for Schooner Maria, Joseph Storey, captain, bound for St.\n                     Sebastians, countersigned by James Madison.  [710]","Martha and the children. George Jefferson's account of work at Bermuda Hundred.\n                     Lilly has begun work on the canal. Request by a Mr. Dillon to collect pine\n                     knots on T. J.'s land on the Hardware River. Reference to [John] Craven and\n                     Christopher Hudson.  [711]","Requests money in U.S. bills.  [2602-a]","Directions for safe journey to Monticello for Maria. Satisfaction with horses\n                     purchased from Dr. [John] Shore and Mr. Haxall.  [712]","Family meeting at Monticello. Storm destroyed skylights at Monticello.\n                     Charlottesville and Milton damaged. Mrs. Randolph and Mrs. Lilburn Lewis had\n                     trouble with Martha Jefferson Carr about T. J.'s stockings.\n                         [2603]","[758]","Letter to John Wayles Eppes. Maria's trip to Monticello. Martha well. Hail\n                     storm broke windows at Edgehill. Broken skylights at Monticello. Wants Maria\n                     and Martha to come to Washington in fall. Mentions Mrs. Eppes and Eppington.\n                         [2604]","Appointment of Mr. Buchanan as consul to the isles of France and Bourbon.\n                     Midnight appointments. Navy Department offered to John Langdon. News of arrival\n                     of the ships General Greene and John Adams. References to appointments of\n                     Messrs. [John M.?] Forbes, [William?] Lewis, and Stacey.  [713]","Mr. Eppes and Mr. Randolph's harvest; wheat prices; threshing machine; storm in\n                     Albemarle. Messages for Anne and Ellen Randolph. Cucumbers and raspberries not\n                     yet on the market. References to Maria Eppes.  [714]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","[758]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","[758]","[758]","Requesting appointment of Dr. John K. Read of Norfolk to supply medicine to\n                     marines or army. Note by T. J.: \" . . . not a man . . .deserves countenance\n                     less than Dr. Reade . . . .\"  [715]","Request for funds to be sent via Thomas Walker. Division of the Henderson\n                     estate delayed until T. J. arrives.  [716]","Controversy regarding dismantling of the Berceau. References to Colonel\n                     Habersham and Benjamin Stoddert.  [717]","[758]","Sends money by Thomas Walker. Expects to he home soon. Sorry J[ohn?] Henderson\n                     did not sell his shares.  [718]","Visit by the Eppes and Randolphs to Monticello. Smallpox vaccination. Sends\n                     some music.  [719]","T. J. requests fruit and books to be included in a previous order of groceries\n                     to be shipped to Richmond.","[758]","Death of Mrs. Ariana Jenings Randolph. Unable to spare the time to act as\n                     guardian to the grandchildren. References to [Philip Ludwell?] Grymes, John\n                     Randolph (1727-1784), and [Robert?] Gourslay.  [720]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","T. J.'s groceries and plaster of Paris aboard the sloop Abigail and Rebecca.\n                     Payment by John Richards on T. J.'s account to Dr. Jackson and Mr. Mercire for\n                     syrup of punch. Purchase of figs, raisins, almonds, looking glasses. References\n                     to Mr. Rapin and Mr. Conrad.  [721]","Interest and dividend on government stock.  [722]","Letter covering his account; purchase of public stock; letter for Peyton Short.\n                     Enclosure: Account recording debit and credit entries from 15 May to 31 July\n                     1801.  [723]","Plasterers for Monticello. Letter from Mr. Rapin regarding \"old LaMair\"\n                     (Etienne LeMaire).  [724]","Miller writes concerning the construction of a lighthouse on Faulkner's Island.\n                     He discusses exploration of the island for a suitable site, submission of\n                     proposals, alterations in the plan to bring down construction costs, the\n                     selection of a Mr. Woodward of Connecticut who offered to face the structure\n                     with hewn stone, and the delayed completion of the work. Both Gallatin and T.\n                     J. have signed their approval of the proposed construction","Transmitting official papers via a tourist, Mrs. Tudor of Boston\n                         [725]","Vicissitudes of the plasterers for Monticello: Mr. King in jail for debt; Mr.\n                     Martin Wairscher unable to collect an account and with a new wife. Books, dry\n                     fruits, almonds, glass tumblers, plaster of Paris for T. J. Eyeglasses for Mrs.\n                     Conrad. Visit from [David] Higginbotham. References to John Richards and Mr.\n                     Rapin.  [726]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Goods for T. J. Receipt from the James River Canal Co. for William Short.\n                     Purchase of government stocks for Short. Advises that Jefferson buy stock.\n                     References to Gibson \u0026 Jefferson, Mr. Andrews, [Joseph] Dougherty,\n                     [John?] Hanson, Etienne LeMaire, Mr. Rapin, and Martin Wairscher.\n                         [727]","Experiment regarding cowpox. Payment of the servants (at the Executive\n                     Mansion?) by Mr. Rapin. Marriage of Frederick and Molly (slaves?). Receipt of\n                     T. J.'s salary, portions of which are assigned to Mr. M. and to the Bank of\n                     Columbia. Reference to [Etienne] LeMaire.  [728]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2605]","Suggests that [Joseph] Dougherty bring T. J.'s new chariot and harness, made by\n                     Conrad Hanse, from Philadelphia to Washington. Information given to Dr. Edwards\n                     respecting Mr. Stewart's (i.e. Gilbert Stuart) portrait. Failure of John\n                     Richards to ship window glass or sheeting. Receipt of T. J.'s salary from the\n                     Treasury. References to Mr. Donath, [Etienne] LeMaire, Mr. Rapin, and Mr.\n                     Taylor.  [729]","Will give strength to rights of states reserved to them and will keep powers of\n                     the executive within a safe line.  [730]","Payments to Mr. Carpenter and Mr. Gilpin by Mr. Rapin. Payment to Conrad Hanse\n                     for harness and chariot and to Gilbert Stuart for the portrait of T. J.\n                     Accounts with Messrs. Robert and Jones. Drafts on the Bank of the U. S.\n                         [731]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Requesting a pardon for his son-in-law, Mr. Dotton. References to Judge William\n                     Paterson and Aaron Ogden.  [732]","[Joseph] Dougherty's trip to Philadelphia to get T. J.'s chariot from Conrad\n                     Hanse. Payments to Conrad Hanse by Brown, Rives \u0026 Co.'s draft on Walker\n                     \u0026 Kennedy of Philadelphia. Payments to Roberts \u0026 Jones, and Mr.\n                     Carpenter. Account with Mr. Sheaff. Dr. Edwards' information regarding Mr.\n                     Stuart.  [733]","Declaration by Peyton that he holds in trust for T. J. the lands purchased from\n                     John R. and Sarah Kerr, James L. Henderson, Isham Henderson, and Charles\n                     Henderson, their shares in the estate of Bennett Henderson.\n                         [734]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Covering a statement of payments to be made to Bank of Columbia, Mr. Harris,\n                     Mr. Rapin, J. Roberts, William Sheaff, and Mr. Taylor.  [735]","Lands divided among Eliza, Isham, Lucy, Charles, Bennett H., James L. Frances,\n                     John, Sarah, and Nancy Henderson. Returned to the Albemarle County Court by\n                     David Anderson, David Higingbotham (i.e. Higginbotham), and John Lewis,\n                     Commissioners.  [736]","T. J. fortunate in balloting for lots in Bennett Henderson estate. James L.\n                     Henderson who got the mill seat can be bought out. Disposition of houses\n                     occupied by [Marcy?] Thorp and Faris.  [1008]","Remittance of Craven Peyton's post notes, which are passed conveniently.\n                     Mentions John Watson, David Higginbotham, Mr. Heath, and Mr. Davison.\n                         [737]","Payment for the Bennett Henderson estate land. Requests exact statement of all\n                     shares and a plat of the property. Instructions regarding future purchasers.\n                     Descriptions and forms for the deeds of James L. Henderson, Isham Henderson,\n                     Charles Henderson, and John R. Kerr.  [738]","Bill of exchange for hat and value of jacket to Edward Lemaire.\n                         [2606]","Memorandum regarding T. J.'s accounts, with references to Mr. Rapin, Mr.\n                     Andrews, Dr. Edward, and [Gilbert?] Stuart.  [739]","Bill of exchange to Joseph Dougherty.  [2607]","Clearance papers for the Brig James, William Fairchild master, sailing from New\n                     Haven, Conn., to Dominica.  [740]","Purchase of shares in the Bennett Henderson estate. Instructions about\n                     Shadwell. References to John R. Kerr, J[ohn?] Henderson, James L. Henderson,\n                     [Dabney] Carr, and [William] Woods.  [741]","Receipt for $206 for T. J.'s chariot and harness.  [742]","Patent for 2,000 acres of land between the Little Miami and the Scioto Rivers,\n                     to Peyton, assignee of William Washington. Grant given in consideration of\n                     Washington's military service in the Revolution, a part of Military Warrant No.\n                     2263. Countersigned by James Madison. #744 on verso.  [743]","Patent for 2,000 acres of land between the Little Miami and Scioto Rivers, to\n                     Washington, assignee of William Washington. Grant given in consideration of\n                     William Washington's military service in the Revolution, a part of Military\n                     Warrant No. 2263. Countersigned by James Madison.  [744]","Bill for looking glasses.","Declines T. J.'s offer of money to clear Bedford County lands. Plans to build\n                     at Pantops where he has sown bearded wheat. Work on pecan trees by Gabriel\n                     Lilly. Health of Maria and her son.  [745]","Instructions to rent Shadwell. References to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and to\n                     Thomas Eston Randolph.  [746]","Inquiries about her health and the little boy's. Recommends Mrs. Suddarth as a\n                     nurse. Proposal to Mr. Eppes regarding Pantops and Poplar Forest. Hopes they\n                     will stay at Monticello.  [747]","Will not reply to letter from Denniston \u0026 Chatham regarding Duane case.\n                     States his position on the unconstitutionality of Alien and Sedition laws.\n                         [2607-a]","Disposal of notes of Bank of Columbia which is in serious crisis. Reference to\n                     Col. C. L. Lewis.  [748]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Bank of Columbia notes. Renting of Shadwell. Plat of the Henderson lands made\n                     by William Wood. Contracting to supply Miltonians with firewood. Reference to\n                     Thomas Eston Randolph and William Davenport.  [750]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2608]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2609]","Illness of Ellen, Cornelia, and Virginia Randolph, and Francis Eppes.\n                         [749]","Report from T. J.'s overseer: division of Poplar Forest with John W. Eppes and\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.; corn, wheat, and tobacco crops; beef and hogs\n                     killed; Thomas Whittinton's and Bowling Clarke's share of the profits.\n                     Reference to Brown \u0026 Co.  [751]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2610]","Deeding their share in the Rennett Henderson estate (with certain exceptions).\n                         [752]","Plat of the land in Milton or elsewhere in Albemarle County. The shares of the\n                     heirs labeled by T. J.  [753]","Leasing of Shadwell to William Davenport. Purchase of John, Bennett H., and\n                     Nancy Henderson's shares of the Bennett Henderson estate.\n                         [754]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Mr. Wanscher at Monticello. Mr. Perry brings timber. Peace between Great\n                     Britain and France.  [2611]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2612]","Bill of exchange to Joseph Dougherty.  [2613]","T. J. unable to pay for Madeira wine.  [2613-a]","Gift of a ham. Quotes Jonathan Swift on gifts.  [755]","Asks that he correct enclosed writings.  [2615]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Undated plat by T. J. of Poplar Forest tract shows boundaries, roads, existing\n                     and proposed buildings; floor plan of house on verso, rooms designated in\n                     Anglo-Saxon.  [7], N-255","Controlling authority, recognized by the compact, is that of three-fourths of\n                     the states. President's duty with regard to the rights of the states.\n                         [757]","The first three volumes contain amusing or edifying newspaper articles or poetry clipped by Jefferson and sent to his family. Articles are pasted on letter covers addressed to T. J. The fourth scrapbook contains political, sentimental, and humorous songs and poems, satires, parodies, and ballads clipped by T. J. Bookplate of William H. Clark, with legend, \"Bought at the sale of the library of John Randolph of Roanoke by Wm. H. Clark of Halifax Co., Va. and presented by Mr. Clark to Miss Sarah Randolph of Edgehill.\"\n                         [759, 3172]","[758]","[758]","[758]","Also signed by James Madison.  [2616]","Value of the Constitution. Acknowledges address of the citizens of Cheshire.\n                         [760]","Work at Monticello. Mr. Wanscher finishing cellar.  [2616-a]","Opposition to established religion.  [761]","Extremely busy. Sending rather than reading the State of the Union message\n                     contributes to harmony. Strength of Federalists and Republicans in the\n                     Congress. French expedition against Santo Domingo. Arrival of mammoth cheese.\n                     Prospect of New England's return to Republican principles. Importance of laying\n                     off counties into hundreds or captaincies. Method of waterproofing clothes.\n                         [762]","Bill of exchange to Thomas Carpenter.  [2617]","States' rights essential to our political fabric.  [763]","Juneo dead; family well. Work at Monticello. John Perry in Fluvanna. Mentions\n                     Mr. Oldham and Critta.  [2620]","Order to pay William Duane.  [2620-a]","[2621]","Bill of exchange to Thomas Newton.  [2622]","John Perrie's (Perry?) mistake in letter informing T. J. of purchases for\n                     Monticello. Conduct of T. J.'s foreman, Gabriel Lilly, [John] Craven, and\n                     Burgess Griffin. References to N. Allen, Martha Randolph, Virginia Randolph,\n                     and Dr. Wardlaw.  [764]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2623]","Bill of exchange to Joseph Dougherty.  [2624]","Work at Monticello. Prince Ruspoli visited Mrs. Randolph. Mr. Wanscher needs\n                     money.  [2625]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2626]","Whooping cough better. Translation of Justin's ancient history.\n                         [765]","Encloses letter for Maria. House of Representatives repealed judiciary bill.\n                     Needs another horse. All well at Edgehill. Mr. and Mrs. [Hore Browse?] Trist\n                     here.  [766]","Latin improves. Goes in spring to Latin school with Beverly Randolph.\n                         [2627]","Purchase of horse to match Castor. Maria and their son in good health.\n                         [767]","Randolph sends news on the health and progress of his children.","Report of Committee of House of Delegates concerning General Assembly action on\n                     Alien and Sedition Laws. Mentions U.S. Senate.  [2628]","Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. has decided to purchase land in Georgia rather than\n                     in Mississippi. Hopes Maria and John Wayles Eppes will visit Monticello. Best\n                     route to Monticello. Gift of medals taken from the Houdon bust of Jefferson.\n                         [768]","Land in Northwest Territory. Countersigned by James Madison.\n                         [2629]","Bill of exchange to William Parkinson. Receipted by Charles Peale Polk.\n                         [2630]","Faith in the will of the people as exercised in their elective franchise.\n                     Comments on election of 1800.  [769]","Plans for meeting the Eppes. Amendment for means of designating president and\n                     vice-president.  [770]","T. J. conveys travel directions (present, as an enclosure) for Milledge, U.S.\n                     Representative from Georgia, from \"George town ferry...hence to Mr. [Thomas]\n                     Mann Randolph's\" that include not only specific instructions for roads to be\n                     followed, but also T. J.'s notes on roads and taverns.","To leave for Monticello when Congress adjourns. Books for Maria. Spectacles for\n                     [Elizabeth] Eppes. Proposed visit by Maria to Monticello. Mentions Dr. Walker\n                     and John Wayles Eppes.  [771]","Payment of T. J.'s accounts due. Failure of the Bank of Columbia to pay a note\n                     because of scarcity of bank paper. Purchase of government stock for William\n                     Short through C. Ludlow. Budget for T. J.'s salary.  [772]","Failure of a discount at the Bank of Columbia. Purchase of government stock for\n                     William Short through C. Ludlow in New York. Payment of T. J.'s accounts. Bills\n                     of exchange for General Kosciuszko. Need for regulation of lower class.\n                     References to Gibson \u0026 Jefferson, Mr. Hooper, Etienne LeMaire.\n                         [773]","Bill of exchange to T. J. Receipted by J. Dougherty.  [2631]","Business regarding the Bennett Henderson estate. References to John R. Kerr and\n                     James L. Henderson.  [774]","Bill for frames for prints.","Payment through George Jefferson, Richmond, for work done in regard to\n                     Henderson lands.  [775]","Request for delay in paying for further shares in Henderson tract. Henderson\n                     mill useless.  [776]","Books shipped by Gibson \u0026 Jefferson on ship Good Welcome from James\n                     River, Richmond, to Washington, D.C.  [2632]","T. J. sends Barnes an account of his financial affairs, noting his intention to\n                     \"squeeze down the household expenses\" and his hopes to be completely out of\n                     debt by October.","Courtesy offer of general services.  [777]","For clothing.  [2632-a]","Bill of exchange to Thomas Carpenter.  [2633]","She and Francis Eppes have been ill. Is keeping Francis' nurse, Crity (i.e.\n                     Critta). Trip to Monticello. John Wayles Eppes finishing his harvest.\n                     References to Martha Randolph and Elizabeth Eppes.  [778]","Work for Mr. Fitch. Doors at Monticello. Sketches of slaves' quarters. Coming\n                     to Monticello.  [779] ,  [2634]","Maria is unwell at Eppington. Cannot accept T. J.'s offer of residence at\n                     Monticello because he is candidate for House of Representatives. Wheat crop.\n                         [780]","Bill of exchange to T. J.  [2635]","Moses Myers, Richard Evers, Arthur Lee, Littleton W. Tazewell of Williamsburg\n                     considered for Commissioners of Bankruptcy in Norfolk. Henry Hiort, Thomas\n                     Willock, John Dunn present Commissioners. May all be Republicans. T. J. to\n                     Monticello.  [2636]","Measles in the Randolph family. Reference to slaves, Bet, Sally, and Critta.\n                     Spectacles for Elizabeth Eppes.  [781]","Reviews Act of Congress, 1802 May 1, for borrowing money by Commissioners of\n                     Washington, to be paid by sale of lots in Washington, guaranteed by Treasury of\n                     U.S. Debt due state of Maryland.  [2636-a]","Measles escaped. References to the health of Anne and Cornelia Randolph, and\n                     Peter Hemming. Measles in Mr. Walton's family and at Monticello. Need for\n                     sheets, towels, counterpane, and tea china.  [782]","Maria's miscarriage. Trip to Monticello postponed because of Francis Eppes' bad\n                     health.  [783]","Deed to lot no. 15 in Milton, Va., and to tobacco warehouses on the Rivanna\n                     River.  [784]","Deed to three tenths of warehouse, one half of lot no. 15 and all of lot no. 57\n                     in Milton, Va.  [785]","Bill of exchange to T. J. Receipted by Joseph Dougherty.\n                         [2637]","Receipt by Gibson \u0026 Jefferson of money on accounts of William Short and\n                     the James River Canal Co. Enclosed to T. J. in  [787] , 1802\n                     July 30.  [2638]","Bill for nails, receipt of which is acknowledged by James Dinsmore.\n                         [786]","Dr. Wardlaw's payment to Mrs. Jackson. Window blinds, books, and claret\n                     awaiting a conveyance. Comments on the latest Federalist Brutus.\n                         [787]","Payment in bank notes by Mr. Smith, will void T. J.'s draft on Smith paid to\n                     Mr. Pennington. Gibson \u0026 Jefferson's account. Account with T. J. for\n                     July.  [788]","William Short's account. China and liquor in the possession of Etienne LeMaire\n                     await shipment.  [789]","Visit by William Short. Mail service to Charlottesville. Payment to Etienne\n                     LeMaire.  [790]","Regarding land for John Peyton.","William Short's journey. T. J.'s financial resources. Report by Etienne LeMaire\n                     regarding pump at President's House needing repair.  [791]","Introducing Isham Henderson who wishes to borrow law books. Endorsement: \"lent\n                     him 4th Blackstone / Ruffhead: Jacob's L. Dict / June 7.08. wrote to C. Peyton\n                     to recover it.\"  [792]","Republicans to be Commissioners of Bankruptcy. Nominations from Bradley and\n                     Judge Smith. Persons should live near meeting place of U.S. Court. Secretary of\n                     State to handle distant cases.  [2639]","Slanderous publications regarding T. J. William Short expected at Monticello.\n                     T. J.'s account with Barnes.  [793]","[2640]","Proposes delay in orders for the frigate John Adams, until the conditions in\n                     Tunis and the Mediterranean area are stabilized. Mentions Tripoli, Emperor of\n                     Morocco, Governor of Tangiers, Mr. Simpson, Dale.  [794]","Note payable in Virginia currency. Assigned to Frederick Harris, John J.\n                     Hawkins, and P. Hoffman.  [2640-a]","Letters for William and Peyton Short. Payments to Etienne LeMaire and Joseph\n                     Dougherty. Carriage tax. Warrant for T. J.'s salary to take up his bank debt.\n                         [795]","Republicans Mark Richards and Reuben Atwater of Westminister, James Elliot of\n                     Brattleborough, and Oliver Gallop of Hartland for Commissioners of Bankruptcy.\n                     Judge Smith should name four for other side of mountains; should alternate\n                     meetings between U.S. Court and state capitol. Federalist machinations in\n                     legislative elections.  [2641]","Account with Brown \u0026 Relf paid by John Richards. T. J.'s present\n                     balance. Offers to loan T. J. money to pay Gibson \u0026 Jefferson in\n                     Richmond.  [796]","Agreement on rent of house in Milton sold to Peyton, which John Henderson has\n                     rented from Elizabeth Henderson.  [797]","Conveying all dower rights in estate of husband, Bennett Henderson, except\n                     mill, warehouse, improved lots in town of Milton. Witnesses: James L.\n                     Henderson, Charles Anderson, Eliza Henderson, Isham Henderson, John Gentry.\n                     Acknowledgment of deed in Shelby County, Ky., before Matthew Flournoy and\n                     Thomas I. Givin, Justices, by Isham Henderson and John L. Henderson, 6 June\n                     1804. Certified by James Craig, Clerk of Shelby County Court, same date.\n                     Craig's certificate certified by Isaac Ellis, Presiding Justice, Shelby County\n                     Court. Deed recorded Albemarle County, July 1804. Attested by John Nicholas,\n                     Clerk.  [798]","Deed from James L. Henderson for legatees of Bennett Henderson, deceased\n                     (Bennett H., Eliza, Frances, Lucy, and Nancy Henderson) to all lands in\n                     Albemarle County except a mill, warehouse, and storehouse in Milton, Va.\n                     Witnesses: Charles Henderson, G. Tennill (?), James Barlow. Acknowledged before\n                     Matthew Flournoy, Thomas Givin, Justices of the Peace of Shelby County, 6 June\n                     1804. Certification that Flournoy and Givin are Justices of the Peace by James\n                     Craig, Clerk of Shelby County Court, 6 June 1804. Certification by Isaac Ellis,\n                     Presiding Justice of the Peace, that James Craig's certificate is in due form,\n                     6 June 1804. Recorded by John Nicholas, Clerk of Albemarle County Court, July\n                     1804.  [799]","Approval for the sailing of Navy's frigate John Adams, in order to withdraw\n                     from Morocco and Tunis forces not needed against Tripoli. Commends speed with\n                     which the New York was fitted out. Mentions James Madison, Albert Gallatin.\n                         [800]","Payments to Mr Claxton and to Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. Etienne LeMaire's\n                     illness. Letters for William Short.  [801]","Etienne LeMaire improving. Uprising of slaves in Washington has subsided.\n                         [802]","Suit against E. Lanham on account of [James?] Oldham's note. Etienne LeMaire\n                     recovered. References to Mr. Morse, William Short, and Dr. Gant.\n                         [803]","Ill upon arrival. Details of Maria's proposed visit to Washington. John Wayles\n                     Eppes' bridle is delivered to Davy Bowles. Mentions [George] Jefferson.\n                         [804]","Instructions to name the following as Commissioners of Bankruptcy: Samuel\n                     Prentiss, Darius Chipman, Richard Skinner, Mark Richards, Reuben Atwater, James\n                     Elliot, and Oliver Gallop, all of Vermont; and to issue to Robert Kran, a\n                     commission as Marshall of South Carolina in place of Charles B. Cockran,\n                     resigned.  [805]","T. J. should abandon commercial involvement in European affairs if he wants to\n                     represent U.S. government. Cites Mr. Livingston. Mr. R. leaving England soon\n                     for Virginia. Originally calendared as [1786?]  [2413]","Bill of exchange to Thomas Monroe. Receipted by Thomas Monroe and Thomas\n                     Turner.  [2642]","T. J.'s account; payment of bills.  [806]","Refusal to handle General M.'s [John P. G. Muhlenberg?] business.\n                         [807]","Concerning General M's business. (Second letter of 16 October on this subject.)\n                         [808]","Republicans to be Commissioners of Bankruptcy. Newburn, Wilmington, and Edenton\n                     to be considered.  [2643]","Bill of exchange to T. J.  [2644]","Bill of exchange to T. J., payable to E. Lemaire. Receipted by J. Dougherty.\n                         [2645]","Purchase of lands of Bennett Henderson, deceased, from his widow, Elizabeth\n                     Henderson. Conveyance of land in Boone County, [Ky.?] from [James L.?]\n                     Henderson.  [809]","Trip to Washington to visit T. J. Requests an order of wigs from Mme. de Pick\n                     of Philadelphia. Mentions Mrs. Madison.  [810]","Transmitting T. J.'s account covering the month of October 1802. Urging him not\n                     to resort to bank credit.  [811]","Bill of exchange to Thomas Carpenter.  [2646]","Must delay payment for lands of the Henderson estate, because of payments due\n                     to Messrs. Overton, Brown, and Wells. References to Bennett H., Eliza, Frances,\n                     Lucy, and Nancy Henderson.  [812]","Wigs from Philadelphia ordered by Mrs. Madison. Plans for Maria and Martha's\n                     trip to Washington.  [813]","Plans for trip to Washington. References to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha\n                     Randolph, Mr. [Nicholas?] Lewis, and John Wayles Eppes. Lock of hair to be\n                     matched by the wigs.  [814]","Money due Martin Wanscher in Alexandria. Pay in hills of Alexandria or\n                     Washington bank. Wonders if Bank of Columbia will pass them.\n                         [2647]","Delay in payment will be satisfactory. Asks for authority to act to put someone\n                     on Henderson lands. John Henderson's unwillingness to sell. Purchase of the\n                     Kerr share.  [815]","Order for payment.","Payment for Henderson estate lands. Prefers action in Peyton's name. Purchase\n                     of the Kerr share.  [816]","Work at Monticello. Nailboys to leave Mr. Stewart and go to Mr. Lilly. Lilly to\n                     be supplied with nail making equipment. Roofing tin. Work in progress,\n                     including that of Messrs. Oldham, Fitch, and Perry. Mentions Mr. Higginbotham.\n                         [2649]","Bill of exchange to Mr. McLaughlin. Receipted by Edgar Patterson.\n                         [2650]","Bill of exchange to Thomas Carpenter.  [2651]","Draft on T. J. given to D[abney] Carr. Part payment for Henderson estate lands.\n                         [817]","Virginia General Assembly. Stevens T. Mason is U.S. Senator. George Hay and\n                     Calendar fought. Mentions Recorder. Federalist and Republican feud. Taxes\n                     Treasury surplus. Mr. Page in Richmond.  [2652]","Regarding appointment of William Bellinger Bullock, Joseph Welscher, Edward\n                     Stebbins, and John Postel Williamson, as Commissioners of Bankruptcy for\n                     Georgia. Commission to George Gilpin, as Judge of Orphan's Court. Alexandria,\n                     Va.  [818]","James T. Callender's dismissal by the County Court of Henrico.\n                         [819]","Bill of exchange to T. J.  [2653]","Recommending Lewis Harvey as secretary to James Monroe's embassy.\n                         [820]","Order for sugar, tea, rice, barley, crackers, and porter to be sent to\n                     Monticello.  [821]","Difficulty in making payment for Henderson estate. Draft in favor of [Dabney]\n                     Carr.  [822]","Purchase of coffee, sugar, barley, rice, raisins, olives, spices, crackers, and\n                     porter for T. J.  [823]","Health of Maria and Francis. Gabriel Lilly unable to hire hands to work at\n                     Pantops because of fear of Mr. Page. Trip to Monticello in March. No competitor\n                     in the election in his district. Report on debt due from the Commonwealth of\n                     Virginia. References to Thomas M. Randolph, Jr., City Point, and Edgehill.\n                         [824]","Statements of accounts rendered to T. J. by Barnes as his fiscal and purchasing\n                     agent.  [863]","Requests draft on George Jefferson in payment for Henderson estate.\n                         [825]","To meet Eppes and Maria at Monticello. Lilly works on canal. Dislikes borrowing\n                     from Federalist banks.  [2654]","For 2 pipes of wine from Haarlem, Netherlands, consigned to John Barnes, signed\n                     by Francis O'Meara, master of the Sloop Maria.  [826]","Gives him order on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson, Richmond, with the help of John\n                     Barnes of Georgetown. Copy of draft.  [827]","Banker in Georgetown enables him to enclose draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson\n                     to cover debt.  [2655]","No measles. Virginia speaks well. Ellen learns French . Cornelia sends love.\n                     Wants geography book.  [2655-a]","Bill of exchange to James Hamilton and/or J. Campbell for College of Carlisle.\n                         [2656]","Bill for ornaments, friezes, and mouldings (for the Executive Mansion?).\n                     Memorandum, dated March 1803 in T. J.'s hand, gives description and\n                     specifications.  [828]","Memorandum regarding issuing of Commissions of Bankruptcy to John Mussey at\n                     Portland; Simeon Thomas at New London, Conn.; John Stephen at Baltimore, Md.;\n                     Cowles Meade, Robert Walker, and George Watkins at Augusta, Ga.; and Thomas\n                     Collier at Louisville, Ga.  [829]","Financing of Henderson estate purchase; draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson;\n                     payment to Robert Burtin.  [830]","Offering him the post of Surveyor of Public Buildings. References to Mr.\n                     Monroe, Superintendent of Public Buildings, and Col. D. C. Brent.\n                         [831]","Bill for services.","Details regarding post of Surveyor of Public Buildings. Work on the Capitol,\n                     President's House, and a drydock. References to Mr. Monroe, Superintendent of\n                     Public Buildings. (Second letter of this date to Latrobe).\n                         [832]","Shrub forwarded by Mr. Hancocke. [William H.?] Cabell's anger at Eppes'\n                     opposition in the Albemarle election. Payment of $400 to Eppes. Maria and\n                     Francis well. Election in Chesterfield.  [833]","Letter detailing T. J.'s religious views. Right of religious liberty.\n                     References to Priestley's  Socrates and Jesus\n                        Compared  (Philadelphia : Printed for P. Byrne, 1803). Includes T. J.'s  Syllabus on an Estimate of the doctrines of Jesus,\n                        compared with thoses of others.  on last 2 pp.  [2658]","Formerly a volume of stitched sheets. At some point, the volume was disassembled and pages 1-16 and the wrapper were laminated using the Barrow method. The remaining pages (19-26) were not laminated. The leaf for pages 17-18 is not present."," Pages 1-9, transcription of T. J.'s letter to Rush detailing religious views, [see entry above for original] including T. J.'s  Syllabus on an Estimate of the doctrines of Jesus, compared with thoses of others.  Three blank leaves laid in.","Pages 10-13,  The philosophy of Jesus of Nazareth extracted from the accounts of his life and doctrines as given by Matthew, Mark, Luke, \u0026 John. Being an abridgement of the New Testament for the use of the Indians unembarrassed with matters of fact or faith beyond the level of their comprehensions.  Title page followed by a table of references.","Pages 14-16, 19-26 blank.","Separate wrapper sheet contains an extract, in a different hand, from the purported deathbed speech of Julian the Apostate, as given in  The Life of the Emperor Julian,  by Jean-Philippe-René de La Bletterie,  (London: Printed for M. Cooper, 1746); written on the verso of a printed sheet of blank bank payment orders, City of Washington, D.C. Jefferson sold his copy of this book to the Library of Congress in 1815.\n       ","[834]","To present religious views in defense against libels. Wrote to Philadelphia for\n                     Dr. Priestley's  History of the Corruptions of\n                        Christianity.  John Wayles Eppes wrote from Bermuda Hundred that\n                     Francis Eppes over measles. Wants Martha and Maria at Monticello. Mr. and Mrs.\n                     P. Carr visited on way to Baltimore. Nelly Carr sick, returning to Dunlora.\n                     Mentions Eppington.  [2659]","To present religious views in defense against libels. Wrote to Philadelphia for\n                     Dr. Priestley's  History of the Corruptions of\n                        Christianity.  John Wayles Eppes wrote from Bermuda Hundred that\n                     Francis Eppes over measles. Wants Martha and Maria at Monticello. Mr. and Mrs.\n                     P. Carr visited on way to Baltimore. Nelly Carr sick, returning to Dunlora.\n                     Mentions Eppington.  [835]","Bill of exchange to Thomas Carpenter.  [2659-a]","Actions of Isaac Miller and John Henderson regarding the Henderson estate mill\n                     seat. Election of Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Reference to [William] Meriwether.\n                         [836]","Election contest between Thomas Mann Randolph and [William H.?] Cabell. Capt.\n                     [Christopher?] Hudson's price of wood. $5 note mistaken for a $50 note. Bowling\n                     Clarke's success as overseer of Poplar Forest. Martha's trip to Washington.\n                     Slaves to be sold in Georgia. References to John Craven, John Perrie, and\n                     Gabriel Lilly.  [837]","Deed to share in estate of Bennett Henderson, including lots in Milton, land.\n                     Witnesses: Richard Anderson, Richard Johnson, David Anderson, Will. Clarkson.\n                     Proved and recorded, February, 1804, attested John Nicholas. Mrs. Henderson's\n                     signature: \"Nancy Henderson\".  [838]","Instructions on preventing John Henderson from building a mill. T. J.'s plan\n                     for a mill of his own. References to Isaac Miller, [William] Meriwether, and\n                     [Dabney] Carr.  [839]","Bills on U.S. Bank to pay for wines from France.  [2660]","No news of Mr. Hancocke respecting the syrup of punch. Sent money for Eppes to\n                     George Jefferson. Problems, some involving Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., of\n                     exchanging Eppes's Bedford lands for Lego. Will lease Lego to Eppes in exchange\n                     for Bedford rents. Wants Maria at Monticello. Mentions Mr. Petty [Adrien\n                     Petit?], Garland Jefferson, and Shadwell.  [2661]","No news of Mr. Hancocke respecting the syrup of punch. Sent money for Eppes to\n                     George Jefferson. Problems, some involving Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., of\n                     exchanging Eppes's Bedford lands for Lego. Will lease Lego to Eppes in exchange\n                     for Bedford rents. Wants Maria at Monticello. Mentions Mr. Petty [Adrien\n                     Petit?], Garland Jefferson, and Shadwell.  [840]","Bill for herring.","Memorandum with estimate of T. J.'s monthly statements and balances from 1801\n                     March 31 to 1803 June 8.  [841]","Statements of accounts rendered to T. J. by Barnes as his fiscal and purchasing\n                     agent.  [863]","Trepanning operation necessary after Cary hit Brown on the skull with a piece\n                     of nailrod. Martha's pregnancy. Consultation with Craven Peyton concerning John\n                     Henderson's claim to ground where T. J.'s mill is to be built. Meriwether and\n                     Miller's offer to purchase whole or half of Thomas Mann Randolph's mill seat.\n                         [842]","Bill of exchange to William Stewart.  [2662]","Conveying a share of Bennett Henderson's estate with certain exceptions.\n                     References to Elizabeth and William Henderson.  [843]","Court action on John Henderson's mill. References to [Dabney] Carr, Mr.\n                     Barbour, Mr. Nelson, Isaac Miller, and [William] Meriwether.\n                         [844]","Bill of exchange to Alexander Terrasse.  [2663]","Visit to Eppes' sister, Mrs. Walker. Offering to buy a part of Lego. Damage to\n                     wheat by Hessian fly.  [845]","Consultation with Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., regarding the mill right of John\n                     Henderson.  [846]","Bill of exchange to Martin Wanscher. Receipted by John W. Pratt, Georgetown.\n                         [2665]","Would prefer the Eppes come to Monticello rather than to stay at Bermuda\n                     Hundred. Advice on a plague of Hessian flies. Payment to Mr. Hancocke for syrup\n                     of punch. All well at Edgehill.  [847]","T. J.'s bank negotiations.  [2664]","Bill for lodgings.","Bill of exchange to J. B. Anderson for frames for medallions and print of\n                     Washington.  [2666]","Bill of exchange to Wilson Bryan.  [2667]","Declaration regarding John Henderson's rights to a house and mill race.\n                     Reference to Craven Peyton.  [848]","Information regarding T. J.'s tenants, Mr. Johnson and Mr. Shickle. Wheat and\n                     corn crops. Requests remittance.  [849]","Instructions for [John] Fentress, who is going to Kentucky to have Elizabeth\n                     Henderson acknowledge her deed to Peyton. Mentions D[abney] Carr.\n                         [850]","Fentress to set out for Kentucky to have Elizabeth Henderson's deed\n                     acknowledged and to purchase Henderson family shares in the mill.\n                         [851]","Bill of exchange to Robert Leslie.  [2668]","Purchase of shares in the Henderson family mill.  [852]","Concerning a manuscript he propose to publish. Reference to the Quakers.\n                         [853]","Requests draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. Difficulty in buying mill shares\n                     because John Henderson has deepened the mill race.  [854]","Remittance sent in payment for Henderson lands. Copy of draft on Gibson\n                     \u0026 Jefferson.  [855]","Bill of exchange to Joseph Dougherty.  [2669]","Bill of exchange to T. J. Mentions Monticello.  [2670]","Mr. Dinsmore left Monticello to go to Philadelphia. Work on canal and well\n                     house. Goldsmith's Grecian and Roman histories, Thucydides. Mentions Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr. and John Wayles Eppes.  [2671]","Freight bill and customs account for 10 cases of wine, receipted by J. Speyer.\n                         [856]","Dr. Baker's terms for sale of a slave. References to Nelly Carr, Carrsbrook,\n                     and Edgehill.  [857]","Bill of exchange to William Stewart.  [2672]","Requests postponement and payment by installments of money due Peyton. (This is\n                     the letter reproduced in facsimile and widely distributed by the Morris Plan\n                     Banks. The excellent facsimiles are frequently mistaken for the original.)\n                         [858]","Financial matters. John Henderson has completed an excellent canal, which was\n                     stopped by a court bill. References to [James] Barbour, Mr. Gamble, Mr. Kenny,\n                     [Nicholas] Lewis, and Sheriff Yancy.  [859]","Bill of exchange to Wilson Bryan. Assigned to Mr. Layman.\n                         [2673]","Bill of exchange to Charles Coffin, Jr., for College of Tennessee.\n                         [2674]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2675]","T. J. congratulates Holmes on his appointment to chair of the Virginia House of\n                     Delegates and forwards a copy of  A Manual of\n                        Parliamentary Practice.","Workings of T. J.'s mill and canal. New Orleans news. Mentions Gabriel Lilly\n                     and John Wayles Eppes.  [860]","Survey of 54 3/4 acres of land adjoining that of Mr. Wilkerson, Samuel Scott,\n                     Mr. Johnson, and Mr. Tillis (i.e., Richard Tullos). Land later transferred to\n                     Samuel Scott.  [861]","T. J. writes in the third person to Mrs. Merry sending her some seeds from the\n                     Dionaea Muscipula, or flytrap, and instructions on keeping it.","Bringing back of Republicans into the fold.  [862]","Floor plan drawn by Robert Mills.  [N-412]","\"Longitudinal Section.\" \"Thomas Jefferson, Archt Robt Mills, Del.\"\n                         [N-413]","Bill of exchange to Mr. Doolittle. Receipted by Mr. Jackson.\n                         [2675-a]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2676]","Anne, Ellen, and Thomas Jefferson Randolph's education. Pair of fowls. Requests\n                     Davy Bowles to bring his chair for return trip to Monticello. References to\n                     Jane Randolph, Maria Eppes, and Martha Randolph.  [864]","Davy Bowles to go to Washington. Sale of slave, Kit. Attachment of Mr.\n                     Stewart's goods. Francis Eppes' epileptic fits. Maria disturbed by John Wayles\n                     Eppes' absence. Jane Randolph now a neighbor. References to Gabriel Lilly and\n                     [David] Higginbotham.  [865]","Order for payment.","Letter to John Wayles Eppes (see 5 January 1811) explains purpose of its\n                     compilation. Of the appendix he says \". . . a chronological table [1673-1803]\n                     of all the facts relating to the discovery \u0026 history of Louisiana which\n                     I compiled from all the authors I possess or could obtain, who have written on\n                     Louisiana, with a reference to the authority for every fact.\"\n                         [866]","Asks explanation of draft on himself received from [David] Higginbotham.\n                     Thought the Henderson estate transaction was closed.  [867]","Draft in favor of [David] Higginbotham was for corn.  [868]","Snow storm stopped Milton mail. Congress not meeting. John Wayles Eppes may go\n                     to Maria. Congress having dinner to honor Louisiana acquisition. No foreign\n                     guests. Offensive to Merry and Yrujo. Libels by Federalist newspapers.\n                         [2677]","Milton mail no longer to be mixed with New Orleans mail. Congress adjourns in\n                     March; Mr. Eppes may leave sooner. Bantams from Algiers for Anne Cary Randolph.\n                     East India fowl. Mentions Pantops.  [2678]","Has accepted draft in favor of [David] Higginbotham in payment for corn.\n                         [869]","Being of lawful age, confirms previous deeds to his share in the Henderson\n                     estate, with reserved portions: to James L. Henderson, 18 March 1801, and from\n                     James L. Henderson to Craven Peyton, 19 March 1801. Witnesses: Bennett H.\n                     Henderson, Isham Henderson, John Peyton, John McLean, Davi[d] Richardson, John\n                     L. Thomas, Ma. Camden, and David Anderson.  [870]","Conveys land necessary for digging a mill-race.  [871]","Plans for removal to Philadelphia.  [872]","Her illness. Mr. Estham advised her of the bad health of the slaves at Pantops.\n                     Mentions slaves Rose, Clarinda, Tema and Martin. Mentions the death of Edmund\n                     Harrison.","Purchase of John Henderson's mill seat proposed. Peyton offers to share in\n                     purchase. Requests draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. References to [David]\n                     Higginbotham and Isaac Miller.  [873]","News of the family, T. J. Randolph, Martha Randolph, and Francis Eppes.\n                         [874]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2681]","Prefers to have the Henderson mill question settled in courts rather than to\n                     pay more than his previous offer. Payment for corn. References to [James]\n                     Barbour and [Dabney] Carr.  [876]","Maria's baby. Meeting of Congress prevented his coming. John Wayles Eppes and\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., come at adjournment. Wants her to go to Monticello.\n                     Mentions Mr. Lilly, Goliah, and gardening.  [2682]","Duplicates item 2682.  [2683]","Inaction of Congress prevents being with her in her illness. John Wayles Eppes\n                     comes.  [2684]","Bill of exchange to T. J. for use of John Rogers in Richmond. Receipted by\n                     Joseph Dougherty.  [2685]","Health of Maria and her child. Difficult trip from Washington via Elk Run.\n                     Request for oats.  [877]","Weakness of Maria and the child.  [878]","Bill of exchange to John (slave). Trip to Monticello.  [2686]","Light food and cordial wines as cures for Maria's fever. Wants her at\n                     Monticello until Pantops is ready. T. J. will forward oats to Benson,\n                     postmaster at Fredericksburg. Mentions Martha Jefferson Randolph.\n                         [2686-a]","Bill of exchange to Joseph Dougherty for Martin Wanscher. Invites Barnes to\n                     dinner.  [2687]","Maria's condition bad.  [879]","Improvement in Maria's health. Mrs. [Nicholas?] Lewis, kindness.\n                         [880]","Bill of exchange to Joseph Dougherty.  [2689]","Maria's health the same.  [881]","Frethy's bill and T. J.'s payment.  [2688]","Chancellor [George Wythe?] stopped all proceedings upon Peyton's entering into\n                     bond. Requests acceptance of draft in favor of George Jefferson for corn\n                     contract.  [882]","Warns of the low state of his (Barnes') resources. Includes an account with T.\n                     J. Mentions William Short and Etienne LeMaire.  [883]","Receipt of money from Gibson \u0026 Jefferson in Richmond. Payment for\n                     cider. Maria Eppes' illness. Packages from New York, Philadelphia, and\n                     Baltimore. Reference to Etienne LeMaire.  [884]","The mill dispute with John Henderson should be thrown into a single bill in\n                     chancery. Reference to Dabney Carr.  [885]","T. J.'s receipts from tobacco sale in the hands of Gibson \u0026 Jefferson.\n                     Claims of William Short and Etienne LeMaire. Condolences on Maria's death.\n                         [886]","Death of Maria. Appointment of W. C. Nicholas Collector for Norfolk after Mr.\n                     Davis resigns. Reference to Albert Gallatin.  [887]","Deed of trust to all shares of estate of Bennett Henderson on the Rivanna River\n                     near Milton, purchased on T. J.'s account and paid for by him.\n                         [888]","Sends draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. Mrs. Kerr's title to Henderson\n                     warehouses. Reference to Gabriel Lilly.  [889]","Sends copy of partition of Henderson estate. Requests payment on corn contract.\n                         [890]","Trip to Washington. Mentions Orange Court House, horse Castor, Fauquier Court\n                     House, Col. Wren, and John. Garden seed. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [2690]","Note for $1000 payable in 60 days negotiable at the Bank of Columbia.\n                         [891]","Commission as Collector (at the Port of Norfolk) has been forwarded. Mentions\n                     Albert Gallatin, James Madison, Mr. Newton, Jr., and Mr. Bedinger.\n                         [892]","Payments to Johnson.  [2691]","Gift of Joseph Priestley's  History of the Corruptions of\n                        Christianity.  Reference to [Fontaine?] Maury.  [893]","Payment for Mr. Wairscher, Mr. Duncan, and Alexander Perry for work at\n                     Monticello. Requests water be drawn from icehouse. References to J[ohn M.]\n                     Perry and [William?] Stewart.  [894]","T. J.'s tedious journey from Monticello. Declares her affection. Anne\n                     Randolph's visit to Elizabeth Eppes. Her recent illness. References to Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr.  [895]","Priestley's  History of the Corruptions of\n                        Christianity.  T. J.'s religious views. Recommends his own method of\n                     riding a trotting horse to strengthen his bowels. References to Dr. [William?]\n                     Eustis of Boston and Dr. Sydenham.  [896]","Glass sent care of Gibson \u0026 Jefferson, Richmond.\n                         [2692]","Deed to his share of the estate of Bennett Henderson, except mill, warehouse,\n                     storehouse, and lot in Milton, Va. Acknowledged before William Taylor and David\n                     Demaree, Justices of Shelby County, 9 July 1804; their commissions certified by\n                     James Craig, Clerk of Shelby County Court, 6 August 1804. Certification by\n                     Robert Jeffries, Presiding Justice of Shelby County, that James Craig's\n                     certificate is in order, 16 January 1805. Recorded by John Nicholas, Clerk of\n                     Albemarle County Court, 1 July 1805.  [897]","Sends turnips.  [2693]","Recording of deeds to the Bennett Henderson estate. Army commission for Robert\n                     Peyton held probably by Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [898]","Draft on Office of Discount and Deposit, Washington.  [2694]","Exchange of Bedford County lands for Lego (land adjoining Pantops). Health of\n                     Francis and the baby. Purchase of horse suitable for T. J. T. J.'s donkey sent\n                     back with Martin (slaves). Proposed marriage between Eppes' slave Melinda and\n                     T. J.'s John.  [899]","Bills of exchange on Maury in favor of Josef Yznardi, Cadiz; Thomas Appleton,\n                     Leghorn; and William Jarvis, Lisbon. Assurances of his friendship. News of Rev.\n                     [Matthew] Maury, his brother. Anxiety concerning affairs between France and\n                     England.  [900]","Francis Eppes and Maria well. Betsy's child sick;. Cannot come to Monticello\n                     Mentions Martha.  [2695]","Asks recommendation of successor for Mr. Chisman, Collector of Hampton. Death\n                     of Gen. William Irvine. References to Mr. Booker, Robert Armistead.\n                         [901]","For 5 3/4 yards lace muslin for Mrs. Madison.","Cannot aid New York Museum of Sculpture, Painting, etc.  [2696]","T. J.'s accounts for the months of July and August. Expected trip to Monticello\n                     via Fredericksburg and Orange.  [902]","Trip to Monticello. Reference to Mr. Baker's accident and to Elizabeth Eppes.\n                         [903]","Memorandum for appointment of Nathaniel Ewing of Pennsylvania to be Receiver of\n                     Public Monies at Vincennes.  [904]","Matthew Dunnell, Master. Countersigned by James Madison and David Gelston.\n                         [2697]","Sends magazine. Mr. Randolph's arrival in Washington. One house of Congress\n                     complete, but no Senate. Election of 1804. Desires to quit politics for family\n                     life. Mentions Mr. Eppes, Francis Eppes, and Maria Jefferson Eppes at\n                     Eppington. Messages to Anne Randolph and to Ellen Randolph for whom he has\n                     bantams.  [2697-a]","Money for Craven Peyton.  [2698]","Henry Brown and Mrs. Trist had fever. Mrs. Claibourne, Mrs. Gunley, and Mr.\n                     Gelston died. Mr. Dubourg handling Gelston's affairs. Needs money from England\n                     to settle Iberville plantation, which Spain holds. Squatters at Natchez\n                     plantation. James Monroe did not visit. Has Mr. Brigg's likeness of T. J.\n                     Mentions Mary Trist, William Brown, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha, John\n                     Wayles Eppes.  [2699]","Lilly unwilling to sell corn needed at Monticello. Difficulties with slave John\n                     who incites the hands. Thomas Jefferson Randolph's education. References to\n                     Messrs. Anderson, Moran, and Irving.  [905]","Regarding Nicholas' resignation. Reference to Colonel Newton.\n                         [906]","Seeking edition of Palladio in Philadelphia and Baltimore. Ryland Randolph of\n                     Turkey Island had one which David Randolph might locate. Note in unidentified\n                     hand: \"For the Rev. Dr. Packard with the respects of T. R. Slack.\" Addressed on\n                     verso, Mechums River, Va., to Rev. William Packard, Theological Seminary,\n                     Virginia.  [2700]","Complete record of legal action arising from Peyton's purchase of the estate of\n                     Bennett Henderson. Suit over matter of rights reserved by Mrs. Elizabeth\n                     Henderson for her son, John, to permit him to convey water through her land\n                     from the Rivanna River to his mill. Peyton stopped him with injunction from\n                     Albemarle County Court, which was dissolved on appeal. Complete record of trial\n                     in county court at which Peyton attempted to prove document reserving this\n                     right was fraudulent. Deposition of witnesses, exhibits of certified copies of\n                     documents. Case decided in favor of Henderson. Peyton appealed to High Court of\n                     Chancery. Appeal refused. After inquest of jurors, Henderson established mill.\n                     Petition of appeal to George Wythe, Judge of District Chancery Court, from\n                     Peyton allowed. At Court of Appeals held at Capitol in Richmond, 7 January\n                     1812, action of lower court affirmed. Names appearing in the record: William\n                     Alcock, James Barbour, Christopher W. Barker, James W. Bramham, N. Bramham, G.\n                     Carr, John Carr, Peter Carr, Kemp Catlett, Charlottesville, Va., Henry Chiles,\n                     Mr. Connard, James Craig, H. Dance, Martin Dawson, Isaac Ellis, Triplett T.\n                     Estis, John Fentress, Thomas C. Fletcher, Matthew Flournoy, Thomas L. Givin,\n                     Bennett Henderson, Bennett H. Henderson, Charles Henderson, Eliza Henderson,\n                     Elizabeth Henderson, Frances Henderson, Isham Henderson, Helman Henderson,\n                     James L. Henderson, John Henderson, Lucy Henderson, Matthew Henderson, Nancy\n                     Henderson, Richard Henderson, Sarah Henderson, William Henderson, Henderson\n                     \u0026 Canardard, Elijah Hogg, John R. Kerr, Sarah Henderson Kerr, John Key,\n                     Walter Key, Charles Lewis, James Lewis, J. W. Lewis, Reuben Lewis, William\n                     McKim, Isaac Miller, Milton, Va., Dabney Minor, William D. Meriwether, Edward\n                     Moore, John Nicholas, James Old, Richard Overton, George Poindexter, Richard\n                     Price, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Aaron Ray, Richmond, Va., Rivanna River, John\n                     Rogers, Shelby County, Ky., G. Termille, Mr. Thorp, Peter Tinsley, John Watson,\n                     Christian Wertenbaker (Wertinbaker), Christopher Wingfield. William Wingfield,\n                     W. Wood, Tucker Woodson, George Wythe, Charles Yancey.  [907]","Suit against David Michie of Buck Island concerning claims of Elizabeth\n                     Henderson and her minor children to lands and mill formerly owned by Bennett\n                     Henderson at Milton. Brief contains letters or depositions of James Henderson,\n                     Richard Price, James Lewis, Elizabeth Henderson, John Henderson, Craven Peyton,\n                     Charles Henderson, David Michie, Kemp Catlett, William Wood, James Barbour,\n                     Elijah Hogg, and Martin Dawson. Appeal heard by George Wythe in Richmond.\n                     Contains documents certified in courts of Shelby County, Kentucky. Contains\n                     letters, David Michie to T. J., dated 1812 June 18, 1812 June 21, 1812 June 27,\n                     1812 July 20, 1813 April 23, and 1813 May 30. Contains letters, T. J. to David\n                     Michie, dated 1812 June 20, 1812 June 22, 1812 June 27, 1812 July 20, 1813\n                     April 20, and 1813 May 30.  [2700-a]","Craven Peyton's bill in the case of Peyton vs. Henderson, presented to George\n                     Wythe, judge of the High Court of Chancery; chronology of sales by various\n                     heirs to the estate; notes on rent claims in the case of the Henderson lands; 2\n                     copies of deed, John Wood and Lucy Henderson Wood to T. J.; 3 copies of an\n                     agreement between John Wood and T. J. regarding his share of the Henderson\n                     estate; statement of the real property belonging to the legatees; and\n                     miscellaneous notes on pertinent information. Names mentioned: Richard\n                     Anderson, N. Bramham, Eliza Bullock, Kemp Catlett, George Hay, Bennett H.\n                     Henderson, Charles Henderson, Eliza Henderson, Elizabeth Henderson, Isham\n                     Henderson, James Lewis Henderson, John Henderson, Matthew Henderson, Nancy\n                     Crawford Henderson, Sarah Henderson, and William Henderson; Henderson \u0026\n                     Connard, David Higginbotham, Elijah Hogg, Mr. Johnson, John R. Kerr, Sarah\n                     Henderson Kerr, Walte Key, Isaac Miller, E. Moore, Matthew Nelson, Nancy\n                     Crawford Henderson Nelson, Craven Peyton, Richard Price, Thomas Eston Randolph,\n                     Richard Seabrook, Watson \u0026 Snelson, John Wood Lucy Henderson Wood, and\n                     Tucker M. Woodson.  [908]","Includes tabular view of rights in lands of Bennett Henderson, showing portions\n                     of widow (Elizabeth Henderson), John Henderson, Sarah Henderson Kerr, James\n                     Lewis Henderson, Charles Henderson, Isham Henderson, Bennett Hillsboro\n                     Henderson, Eliza Henderson, Frances Henderson, Lucy Henderson, Nancy Crawford\n                     Henderson, with notations of conveyances to T. J., Craven Peyton, Mr. Bramham,\n                     Tucker M. Woodson, James L. Henderson, Richard Seabrook, and John Henderson. A\n                     statement of the real property of Bennett Henderson, deceased. Courses of deed\n                     and plat of land sold to Martin Dawson by T. J. Estimate of the property of\n                     Bennett Henderson in which dower was assigned. Estimate of Bennett Henderson's\n                     estate for assigning dower. Estimate of Henderson's lands by Messrs. Watson\n                     \u0026 [Snelson?]. List of Henderson's lands purchased by T. J. The rights\n                     of T. J. to the warehouses. List of deeds for the Henderson lands. References\n                     to Watson E. Alexander, David Anderson, Eliza Bullock, John H. Bullock, Mr.\n                     Fitch, David Higginbotham, John R. Kerr, William D. Meriwether, David Mickie,\n                     Thomas E. Randolph, and Mr. Suttle.  [909]","19th century restrike of the 1804 circular copperplate engraving.","Price for shares in warehouse of the Henderson estate.  [910]","Stable bill for the year 1804.  [911]","Establishment of a state university in Virginia. Detailed advice regarding the\n                     charter, purpose, endowment, board of visitors, professorships, and buildings.\n                     Will leave his library to the university if it should be set up.\n                         [912]","Martha's and children's health.  [2701]","Mr. Reibelt of Baltimore sent French New Testament. Needs Greek and English New\n                     Testaments from Philadelphia. Would like the Benjamin Johnson-Robert Carr\n                     Bible.  [2702]","Information from Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., on a commission for Robert Peyton.\n                     Purchase of shares in Henderson's warehouse difficult in present circumstances.\n                         [913]","Plans to change her name to Anastasia.  [875]","Time for visit.  [2703]","Deed to their shares in Henderson's warehouse in Milton, Va., witnessed by John\n                     H. Bullock, James Davis, and John Fentress. Sworn before Matthew Flournoy and\n                     Abraham Owen, Justices of the Peace of Shelby County, Ky. Flournoy's and Owen's\n                     commissions certified by James Craig, Clerk of Shelby County. James L.\n                     Henderson and Elizabeth Henderson's guarantee of the deed (grantors being under\n                     age), 25 February 1805. Recorded by John Nicholas, Clerk of Albemarle County\n                     Court, 7 October 1805.  [914]","Deeds to share of lands, warehouses, storehouses, mills, lots, etc., inherited\n                     by Eliza Bullock from her father, Bennett Henderson. Acknowledged before\n                     Matthew Flournoy and Abraham Owen, Justices, Shelby County, 28 February 1805,\n                     whose commissions are certified by James Craig, Clerk of Court. Foregoing\n                     certificates attested in good form by Robert Jeffries, Presiding Justice of\n                     Peace, 15 March 1805. Recorded, Albemarle County Court, October 1805, John\n                     Nicholas, Clerk.  [915]","Martha's illness. References to Dr. [Charles] Everett and Mr. Terry.\n                         [916]","Randolph writes to Jefferson offering him congratulations on the day of his\n                     second inauguration as President of the United States, and sending a pamphlet\n                     which he had mentioned to him.","Draft on Philadelphia bank for books. Wants new edition of Bible that Cary has\n                     available.  [2704]","Clearance papers for Schooner Mercury, Caleb Smith master, bound for Barbados.\n                         [917]","Informing the Louisiana Governor that Mr. Briggs is to survey lands between New\n                     Orleans and the Bayou St. Jean, preparatory to the issuance of a grant to\n                     Lafayette. Requesting information as to the advantages of different pieces of\n                     land.  [918]","Land to be granted to Lafayette near New Orleans.  [919]","Work (at Monticello?) can be done in Mr. Andrews' absence if moulds are\n                     available.  [920]","Clearance papers for Schooner Fair Trader, John Simpson master, bound for\n                     Jamaica. Countersigned by James Madison.  [921]","James B. Wasson, master. New York to Liverpool. Countersigned by James Madison,\n                     David Gelston. Text in French, Spanish, English, and Dutch.\n                         [2705]","Family news. Martha's illness.  [922]","Painter setting out for Monticello. Reference to Joseph Dougherty. Enclosure:\n                     bill for coffee, sugar, chocolate, barley, rice, and spices.\n                         [923]","Prostration of Federalism. Republicans are dividing, but political divisions\n                     natural. Madison sends questionable report that North Carolina Legislature\n                     discussed Virginia Resolution.  [2706]","Probably to John Barnes. Orders payment to Mr. Lenthal.  [2707]","Mr. Taggert's bill. Paint from Philadelphia at Richmond.\n                         [2708]","Regarding his account with [Thomas] Bell. Reference to Reuben Perry and to\n                     George Washington.  [924]","Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.'s election seems certain.  [925]","Deeds received from James L. Henderson, Eliza Henderson Bullock. and other\n                     members of the family for their shares in Bennett Henderson's estate. [Richard]\n                     Anderson's doubtful title secured. Draft on T. J. in favor of George Jefferson.\n                         [926]","Martha's health. Election results.  [927]","Letter to Judge Gantt of Bladensburg, Md., regarding Oldham's concerns in the\n                     Jackson estate. Ornaments for Corinthian frieze. Mentions Mr. Andrews.\n                         [928]","T. J. writes about a certificate for Bellini's death, planting fruit trees and\n                     delaying the shipping of wines until October so they will not be spoiled by\n                     heat. He requests Mazzei to send him a bottle each of white Verdea and\n                     Muscatel.","Payment for a horse. Plans to lay off portion of Poplar Forest (for Eppes?)\n                     with aid of [Charles] Clay and [Bowling] Clarke. Invitation to Monticello.\n                     Misleading letter of [James?] Elliot printed in the paper.\n                         [929]","Printed: B of R VI 390 (MS. in DLC). Failure of solid-stemmed wheat.\n                         [930]","Accounts with Mr. Cheetham, Mr. Erwin, Mrs. Radcliffe, Colonel Colfax settled\n                     by John Richards and Mr. Ludlow.  [931]","Accounts with T. J. and General Kosciuszko. Reference to Van Staphorst\n                     \u0026 Hubbard.  [932]","Accepts dinner invitation.  [933]","[John] Henderson's interference in the collections for firewood. Deeds,\n                     depositions regarding the Henderson estate forwarded to George Hay. Requests\n                     remittance through George Jefferson. Mentions [Richard] Anderson.\n                         [934]","Arrangements for remittance through George Jefferson. Requests particulars of\n                     purchase from Eliza Bullock and a note of the quantity of tobacco received at\n                     the Henderson warehouses for the past years. Statement of the rights in the\n                     warehouses of the Henderson heirs, Elizabeth, John, James L., Charles, Isham,\n                     Bennett H., Frances, Lucy, and Nancy C. Henderson, Eliza Henderson Bullock, and\n                     Sarah Kerr. Mentions Richard Anderson, [James W.?] Bramham, Richard Seabrook,\n                     and Tucker M. Woodson.  [935]","Lilly's plan to leave Monticello to supervise work of clearing the Rivanna\n                     River. Suggestion that Lilly might he retained by being allowed to oversee a\n                     farm as well as the nailery. Damage done to crops by the Hessian fly. Health of\n                     Martha, Anne, Ellen, Cornelia, Virginia, and Thomas Jefferson Randolph.\n                     Mentions Mrs. [Nicholas?] Lewis and [John] Craven.  [936]","Payment for Bennett Henderson estate shares. Decline in Henderson's warehouse\n                     business can be remedied by cash commission, which would restore tobacco\n                     business now going to Columbia, Va.  [937]","Payments to George Jefferson. Deeds to Bennett Henderson estate. Reference to\n                     John Bullock.  [938]","Memorandum of the rights in the tobacco warehouses of the Henderson estate.\n                     (See entry, T. J. to Craven Peyton, 13 June 1805, for details.)\n                         [939]","Barnes' resources insufficient to handle T. J.'s business.\n                         [940]","Monroe writes to recommend George William Erving for a consular post.","Thanks for T. J.'s gift of Commodore Preble's marsala and sherry wines.\n                         [941]","Wants T. J.'s remembrances for biography of Patrick Henry. Offers as references\n                     Peter and Dabney Carr. Would also like short sketches of Henry's colleagues.\n                         [2709]","Perilous thunderstorm. Letter from Etienne LeMaire. References to Mr. Burwell,\n                     Mr. and Mrs. Carey.  [942]","Value of T. J.'s lands at the time Clarke left Poplar Forest. References to\n                     Messrs. Callaway and Robertson.  [943]","Praises Henry for giving \"first impulse to the ball of revolution\" and for\n                     oratory, but criticizes ignorance of law and avarice.  [2710]","Payments for T. J. to the Rev. Mr. Pryce and to Mr. Corkle. Barnes' account\n                     with T. J. enclosed. T. J.'s visit to Bedford County.  [944]","Asks consultation to inform George Hay whether he should enter an appeal in the\n                     Henderson case.  [945]","Asks patronage for a straw hat factory. Mentions Mr. Emery, American Consul in\n                     England.  [946]","James Madison's draft on T. J. will be honored. Payment to Mr. LeMaire for\n                     slaves' wages. Plentiful crops. References to Joseph Dougherty and Mr. Andrews.\n                         [947]","Account for nails, brads, spikes rendered by Gabriel Lilly for T. J., to Peter\n                     Carr for the years 1804-1805.  [948]","Payments to James Madison, Etienne LeMaire, the Rev. Mr. Pryce, and Mr. Corkle.\n                     Arrival of wine, brandy, spermacetti and tallow candles, soap, and loaf sugar.\n                     Competition from new stores in Georgetown.  [949]","List of shares in the tobacco warehouse of the Henderson estate purchased by T.\n                     J. [George] Hay has taken the appeal in the Henderson case.\n                         [950]","T. J.'s accounts. Yellow fever in New York and Philadelphia. Enclosure: account\n                     from 12 July to 9 September.  [951]","T. J. has asked Mr. Gallatin to send Nicholas a copy of the judgment against\n                     Robinsons administration. T. J. comments on the likelihood of war in\n                     Europe.","Asks Minor's opinion on whether the Virginia legislature would do anything for\n                     Tom Paine.  [952]","Contemporary copy made for Tobias Lear, U.S. consul general to Algiers. The\n                     correspondents try to ameliorate a diplomatic crisis caused by the U.S. seizure\n                     of a Tunisian ship which tried to run a blockade of the Tripolitan harbor.","Includes sketches of ridge beams.  [2712]","For phaeton. Five \"figs\" and notes on three sheets.  [2713,\n                        N-532]","\"A dozen canons of conduct in life.\"  [2714]","Will sign papers when he receives balance due. Mentions James Craig, John\n                     Henderson, and James L. Henderson.  [953]","Answer delayed by death of younger son. Henderson deeds. Acknowledgment of\n                     Hilsman (i.e. Bennett H.) Henderson delayed until he is of age.\n                         [954]","Instructions to the overseer. Brown (a slave) to go to Mr. Jordan at Lexington.\n                     Purchase of molasses, fish, and other provisions from [George] Jefferson and\n                     [John] Craven. Road repair. Trees to be planted. Payment of debts to James\n                     Walker, Cleviers (?) Duke, Thomas Eston Randolph. Essential to get nail factory\n                     under way to meet debts. Planting of oats, clover, peas. Mentions [Martin]\n                     Dawson, [David] Higginbotham, Gabriel Lilly, Martha Randolph, Jerry and Fanny\n                     (slaves).  [955]","Letters of Secretary of State. James Madison; Minister Plenipotentiary at\n                     Paris, John Armstrong; and Henry Waddell, in ease of ship New Jersey.\n                         [2715]","T. J. thanks Law for the loan of a book and speaks of occupation as a remedy\n                     for ennui.","Urging them to live at peace and cultivate the land.  [956]","George Hitch, Master. Ship of New Bedford, Mass. Note on verso, signed by\n                     William Lyman, U.S. Consul at London, transfers command from David Nye, Jr., to\n                     George Hitch, Jr.  [2716]","Thanks for pamphlet on yellow fever. Copies sent to diplomatic agents to\n                     counteract the disastrous effects on commerce produced by other views.\n                         [957]","Acceptance of appointment of Collector of the District of Georgetown.\n                         [958]","Parcel from Charles Lewis (her son). Greetings from [Charles L.] Lewis. (her\n                     husband).  [959]","Corn. Mr. Reibelt was to order books from France, but Mayer did it instead.\n                         [2717]","Urging that there be no duel to settle the quarrel between Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. and John Randolph, but that he seek advice from Peter Carr,\n                     [George?] Divers, and [Wilson Cary] Nicholas. Notices of the matter in the\n                     National Intelligencer and the Enquirer.  [960]","T. J.'s accounts.  [961]","Contemporary copy made for Tobias Lear, U.S. consul general to Algiers. The\n                     correspondents try to ameliorate a diplomatic crisis caused by the U.S. seizure\n                     of a Tunisian ship which tried to run a blockade of the Tripolitan harbor.","Roscoe's History of the Pontificate of Leo X compared to Life of Lorenzo de\n                     Medici. Americans do not have time for scientific pursuits.\n                         [2718]","Barbecue and an oration in Charlottesville for the Fourth of July. News of Aunt\n                     Jane [Randolph], Aunt Lucy [Lewis], Aunt Harriet [Randolph], and Aunt [Martha]\n                     Carr. Miss Nicholson reports [Albert] Gallatin may not visit Monticello.\n                         [962]","Receipt of four barrels of white sugar on Schooner Brothers.\n                         [963]","Leaving for Edgehill and Monticello. Packages from Richmond. Work at mill,\n                     garden, and by Milton road. Mr. Burwell's horses and slave.\n                         [2719]","[2720, N-546]","T. J.'s accounts. Payments to S. H. Smith, Mr. Peal (Rubens Peale?), Mr.\n                     Cheetham and the Washington Academy. Drought in Washington has raised price of\n                     wheat. Package arrived in the Sloop Harmony.  [964]","Cannot remit money. Valuation of the Henderson mill.  [965]","Payment of T. J.'s note.  [966]","T. J.'s accounts. Payment to James Brand. Receipt of wine. References to Thomas\n                     Carpenter, Etienne LeMaire, and William Short.  [967]","Payments to James Brand, Oliver Evans, Jones \u0026 Howell, and Thomas\n                     Carpenter.  [968]","William Stewart account. Mr. Lilly unavailable. Profit from nailery to apply to\n                     debt.  [2721]","Martha Randolph and John (slave?) ill. Theft of money intended for Colonel Van\n                     Ness. Tobacco crop safe. References to Mr. Estis, J. Speir, and [Ralph?]\n                     Wormeley.  [969]","T. J. \"presents his compliments to Capt Andrews \u0026 finds on further\n                     examination that his figures must be formed within an outline of 13 Inches\n                     square only they are to be 30 in number.\" The note is probably in reference to\n                     plaster decorations at Monticello.","Deed to tract of land on the Hardware River in Albemarle County, property in\n                     the town of Milton, a mill seat, property occupied by Thomas Eston Randolph,\n                     land in Kentucky. James Lewis and Matthew Henderson are to pay certain debts to\n                     David Higginbotham, John George, Brown, Rives \u0026 Co., Thomas Norvell\n                     \u0026 Co., Dr. Charles Everette and others. Witnesses: Henry Medearis,\n                     Flemg. Goolsby, John H. Martin, and Edward Stone. Copy attested by John\n                     Nicholas, Clerk. References to Hill Carter, Shelton Connard, Martha Henderson,\n                     Elizabeth Henderson, James and Richard Smith, and Thomas Wells, Jr.\n                         [970]","Col. [Nicholas?] Lewis' daughters and Peyton attacked by fever. Death of Betsy\n                     Lewis. Details of Henderson estate to be settled in case of his death. Attended\n                     by Doctors Coon and Freemon.  [971]","Work delayed on the Randolph house. John's illness.  [972]","Appointment of a successor to Robert Purviance. Discord among American officers\n                     in St. Louis. Enquiry for a box sent by Brig Lucy, Capt. Peckham, to Mr.\n                     Patterson, Consul at Nantes. Relations with the Spanish in West Florida and\n                     Louisiana. References to Natchitoches and Bayou Pierre, La.\n                         [973]","Mr. Strange not the agent of Donald \u0026 Burton, London. Sends letter to\n                     Mr. Brown, plaintiff's attorney, to prevent steps prejudicial to Carr.\n                         [974]","Condolences for his loss. Mr. Buchanan's enquiry for package sent by Brig Lucy.\n                         [975]","Encloses letter from his father Thomas Rodney on situation in the West.\n                     Mentions letters from Allan McLane on problems of collecting revenue at port of\n                     Wilmington, and judicial decisions affecting revenue laws. Rodney fears\n                     Judiciary is undermining the Administration. Cevallos ordered all communication\n                     between Madison and Spanish legation turned over to Yrujo. Willingness to\n                     replace Judge William Paterson.  [2722]","Books and bill of lading. Encloses draft on U.S. bank at Baltimore.\n                         [2723]","Thanks for grass, fowls, and flowers. References to Mr. Shoemaker, [Craven]\n                     Peyton, and Martha Randolph.  [976]","Federalist libels against Republicans. Interference of churchmen in politics\n                     and corruption of Federalist newspapers.  [2724]","Schedule of the property of John Henderson, deeds, and papers in trust for\n                     purpose of securing certain moneys to James Lewis and Matthew Henderson.\n                         [977]","Sends Life and Pontificate of Leo X, by way of Ra[lph?] Eddens of Philadelphia.\n                         [2725]","Nail rod. Books from Richmond by Mr. Johnson. Gardening and brickmaking as Mr.\n                     Chisolm directed. Hogs and sheep.  [2727]","Order on T. J. in favor of Dabney Carr.  [979]","State of T. J.'s finances for the ensuing months.  [980]","Enclosing a draft on T. J. by John Perry, which pays Mrs. Carter for hire of\n                     slaves. Martha Carr mentioned.  [981]","Urges that T. J. run for another term. Notes accomplishments of T. J.'s\n                     administration. Incompetency of Henry Dearborn as Secretary of War. Suggests\n                     Dearborn be made Collector of Boston. Burr Conspiracy. Defenselessness of New\n                     Orleans. References to James Wilkinson.  [982]","Recommends civil reforms and legislative action to prevent lawsuits and protect\n                     the citizen; policy on territories. Country loves Jefferson despite hatred of\n                     Federalists.  [983]","Payment of John Perry's draft on T. J.  [984]","Wants William Wirt to assist George Hay in suit against John Henderson.\n                         [985]","Grant to Nicholas Delong for lands in Ohio.","Yrujo suit against William Duane, editor of the Aurora.  [2728]","Encloses draft from John Perry, payable in monthly installments.\n               [986]","Dispute between Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. and T. J.  [2728-a]","Declaring his affection and respect. Assurances that he does not think Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph has joined the Federalists. References to Colonel Heath.\n                         [987]","Dispute between Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. and T. J.  [2728-b]","Signed by T. J.","Health and state of mind of Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Joseph brings carriage.\n                         [2728-c]","Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.'s regrets for having left T. J. and Randolph's state\n                     of mind.  [2728-d]","T. J. writes to his daughter regarding the illness of her husband, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.","Thomas Mann Randolph's illness. Arrival of Mr. Burwell.  [988]","Appreciates receipt of [James] Workman's pamphlet; disapproves his use of\n                     office as judge to liberate accomplices. Fault in our Constitution in\n                     irresponsible power of the judiciary.  [989]","T. J.'s headache. Health of Mr. Randolph, Lemaire, and Mr. Freeman.\n                         [2729]","Suggests sending mare to Eppes, so as not to endanger her foal. Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. s illness. T. J. s headache.  [990]","Lost paper found. To Monticello.  [2730]","Offering to sell his slave who is the wife of T. J.'s Moses, since Lewis is\n                     moving to Kentucky.  [991]","Recommends course of study for Carr's son, Lewis Carr, preparatory to entrance\n                     at William and Mary.  [992]","Work at mill. Mr. Perry works on scow and Mr. Maddox on toll mill. Thorn\n                     hedges.  [2731]","Delays payment of John Perry's draft in favor of Carr because of heavy bills\n                     for wine. Remittance to James Walker as bail for Stewart in return for year's\n                     hire of Melinda (slave?).  [993]","Health of Francis Eppes II. John Wayles Eppes' mare in good traveling order.\n                     Friendly letter from Bey of Tunis. Despite high opinion of Marshall's\n                     integrity, finds jury in Aaron Burr's trial unfairly weighted with two\n                     Federalists, four Quids, and ten Republicans. Mentions Eppes' slave, Martin.\n                         [994]","Perry's bond. Baltimore creditors of John Speer, assignee, demand Maddox's\n                     draft to E. Alexander which was presented at Monticello. Judgment against\n                     Stewart and Walker. Mentions Melinda and Samuel Carr.  [2732]","Flood damage to toll mill. Mr. Perry doing scow roof. Hedges. Purchase of\n                     sheep. Mr. Carr's and Mr. Craven's mules. Mentions Mr. Walker.\n                         [2734]","Encloses check on the Bank of the U.S. Debt to Barnes. Barnes to collect\n                     Beckley's debt and credit T. J.  [2734-a]","Countersigned by James Madison. For a salivating device. Description of device\n                     by Phoebus.  [995]","Mill and canal flooding. Mentions Davy.  [2735]","Resolution of officers sailing to and from ports of Norfolk and Portsmouth.\n                         [2736]","Patent for lot in Range Eight, Section Three of the Northwest Territory.\n                     Countersigned by James Madison.  [996]","Monticello barn. Horse mended. Mentions Mr. Perry and James Clark.\n                         [2737]","Defense of Fort Norfolk, Craney Island, Elizabeth and James Rivers.\n                         [2738]","Terms for sale of clover and grass seed. Reference to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [997]","Request for a comb. Heel of shoe needs changing. News of Chesapeake affair.\n                     Fresh meat supply for the summer. Mentions Edmund Bacon.  [998]","Interdiction of British ships-of-war should be strictly enforced. Hopes T. J.\n                     will accept another term; approval of T. J.'s late proclamation and of his\n                     defeat of the Burr Conspiracy.  [999]","Robert Bowie and Mr. Wilkinson invited to dine.  [2739]","#5533.  Bill for milk and cream.  [2740]","Ensign's commission. Countersigned by James Madisom.  [2741]","Payments to William Pennock of Norfolk and to Jones \u0026 Howell of\n                     Philadelphia.  [1000]","Subscribes to Louis De Tousard's  American Artillerist's\n                        Companion. [2742]","Cannot undertake the settlement between Col. [Nicholas?] Lewis and Peyton\n                     because of unusual press of public affairs brought on by Chesapeake affair.\n                         [1001]","T. J. responds to Cabell's request for an opinion on a Congressional act for\n                     accepting the service of volunteers in the armed services.\n                         [2742-a]","Payment for clover and greensward seed. Clover to he sent to Burgess Griffin at\n                     Poplar Forest. Mentions Mr. Crouch, Mr. Brown, and Anna Scott Marks.\n                         [1002]","James Davidson's explanation of enclosed bill of exchange. Damage from storms\n                     near Monticello. Offers draft or a remittance. Enclosure: bill of exchange\n                     drawn by Stephen Cathalan, Jr., on T. J. in favor of Capt. William Hazard.\n                         [1003]","Financial matters. T. J.'s fatiguing visit to Bedford County. Order on Jonathan\n                     Smith, of the Bank of Pennsylvania, for Tadeusz Kosciuszko's account.\n                         [1004]","To the Governor of Virginia, concerning Lowrie's correspondence. Approves\n                     Cabell's instructions to Major Newton. Provisions for troops. Report from Mr.\n                     Belscher of Gloucester regarding contraventions of the proclamation denying\n                     British vessels the hospitality of American waters.  [1005]","Unidentified legal matter.  [2742-b]","Promissory note on bank of Columbia.  [2742-c]","Purchase of horse. Shipment of harpsichord, table, copying press, and a bust to\n                     Mr. George Jefferson at Richmond. Asks instructions about presses. Acquisition\n                     of Floridas and peace with England very uncertain. Mentions Mr. Coles. Francis\n                     Eppes II, and Mr. and Mrs. Francis Eppes I.  [1006]","Plans for meeting Madison at Montpellier. Mentions Dolly Madison.\n                         [1007]","Payments to James Carr, Thomas Burress, Jacob Kooper, John Peyton, Richard\n                     Anderson, John Rogers, James Butler.  [2743]","[758]","[758]","[758]","Offers to sell Colle to T. J. and to trade other tracts with Mr. Carr. T. J.'s\n                     tenant at Milton, [Richard?] Johnson, has corn and wheat which Edmund Bacon\n                     should call for. Warehouse money all drawn. Firewood cutting prohibited at\n                     Milton.  [1009]","Note payable at Bank of Columbia.  [2744]","Accounts of Mr. Peyton and cooper. Mr. Craven's tobacco. Timothy planting.\n                     Corn. Work on dam. [Break in text]. Property sale. Mentions Mr. Shoemaker, Mr.\n                     Perry.  [2745]","Debts will not permit him to buy Colle. Instructions regarding corn and wheat\n                     to be delivered to Edmund Bacon. Purchase of the right of James Lewis and\n                     Matthew Henderson in the Bennett Henderson estate. Joseph C. Cabell might buy\n                     Peyton's land.  [1010]","Clearance papers for Brig Alexander, William Miller Captain, bound for\n                     Guadeloupe. Countersigned by James Madison.  [1011]","Mrs. Dangerfield's slaves. Disagreement with England. Amendment of the\n                     Constitution for removal of judges, and Senate proposal for appointment of\n                     judges. Mentions L. W. Dangerfield and Sarah Dangerfield.\n                         [2745-a]","Davy to Washington. Corn from Mr. Craven, Robert Teril, Robert Burress, Mr.\n                     Peyton. Stewart drunk and working poorly. Garden work. No work at cooper's\n                     shop, Belt's home, or head gate. Mr. Maddox broke arm.  [2746]","Terms for cutting firewood on Jefferson's land near Milton.\n                         [1012]","Money to be sent by Mr. Craven.  [2747]","Conveying shares of Frances L., Lucy L., and Nancy Henderson in the estate of\n                     their father, Bennett Henderson, signed by John Henderson as guardian .\n                     Witnesses: Fleming Turner, M[artin] Dawson, James Bullock. Receipt from\n                     Henderson for money paid by Peyton on the above. Witness: Fleming Turner.\n                         [1013]","Letter of farewell upon leaving for mouth of Cumberland River. Mr. Peyton's\n                     goodness to her.  [1014]","Davy bringing box of articles furnished by Dr. Ott. Lead has left Philadelphia.\n                     Has sent Mr. Bacon books and other packages for Monticello to be stored in\n                     greenhouse.  [2747-a]","Mrs. Dangerfield's runaway slaves. Mr. Belt wants new bolting cloth. Davy, not\n                     Mr. Perry, can make addition to the nursery. Mr. Grady's money.\n                         [2748]","Note payable at Bank of Columbia.  [2749]","Runaway slaves not at Mrs. Dangerfield's. Wants T. J. to prevent his being made\n                     a soldier.  [2750]","Mrs. Lewis' account for turkeys, bacon, oats, and vegetables gotten by Edmund\n                     Bacon, Mr. Freeman, and Mr. Lilly. Hogs. Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. took two\n                     wagon horses.  [2751]","T. J.'s health. David and William Randolph in bankruptcy. Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph's responsibilities.  [1015]","Letter from a loyal but crackpot Republican. Advises annexation of the\n                     Floridas, but Canada and Nova Scotia \"a dred to our union\" if taken. Evils of\n                     the Quakers and Methodists in attacks on T. J. Mentions General Lyman, James\n                     Madison, William Thornton, William B. Giles, and [John] Pope.\n                         [1016]","Appointment of Benjamin Waterhouse, who introduced vaccination in this country,\n                     to the Marine Hospital of Boston. T. J. Randolph's prospective trip to\n                     Philadelphia. Mr. Rose's mission. Embargo.  [1017]","T. J. asks Taylor to contact Martin and ask him to make a drill, which T. J.\n                     will send to the agricultural society of Paris.","Owes John Carr. Peter Minor buys nails from penitentiary. [Break in text].\n                     Runaway slaves.  [2752]","Mr. Belt keeping his horse at the mill. Bigtail sheep flock increasing.\n                         [2753]","Ellen's and her own education. Flowers, trees, and vines at Edgehill: cypress\n                     vine, prickly ash trees, mignonette, marigold. Lucy Lewis has gone to Kentucky.\n                     References to Virginia and Mary Randolph, Mrs. [Nicholas?] Lewis, and Aunt Jane\n                     [Randolph].  [1018]","Treaties with Ottowas, Chippewas, Wyandots, and Potawatomis. made at Detroit,\n                     and with Choctaws at Pooshapukanuck.  [2754]","Goods to Gibson \u0026 Jefferson, Richmond, by Capt. Johnson.\n                         [2755]","Peas, roses, and amaryllis in her gardens. Reported engagement of Evalina\n                     Bolling to Mr. Garett (Alexander Garrett?) of Charlottesville.\n                         [1020]","Introducing Beverley Randolph, who is living in young Nourse's place. Broken\n                     seal and watch key. Mentions Dolly Madison.  [1021]","Stewart's account. Dinsmore levels land. Corn from Mr. Mullins. Needs nail rod,\n                     as George Jefferson has none at Richmond. Mentions Mr. Walker, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.  [2756]","A small slip of paper, with ends sealed together by wax to form a circular\n                     wrapper. On the outside T. J. has written \"Daugherty Joseph Acct. \u0026\n                     Vouchers. 1808.\"","Thorn hedges. Sowing oats in field bought from Mr. Craven. Corn planting. Small\n                     ewe that had been at Alexander's died. Joe wants tin for coopers.\n                         [2757]","Check on the Bank of the U.S. for Burgess Griffin.  [2757-a]","Compromise between Republicans and Quids in Lancaster, Pa., caucus for\n                     electors. Madison's chances in Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Delaware.\n                     References to George Clinton, James Madison, James Monroe, and Simon Snyder.\n                         [1022]","First principle of our government: the will of the majority.\n                         [1023]","Bill for corn.  [758]","Davy brings horse. Gardening. Mentions Mr. Chisolm and Mr. Dinsmore. Needs nail\n                     rod.  [2758]","Bill for corn.  [758]","Davy brings horse. T. J. comes later. Peter Hemings should cook for T. J., and\n                     Wormly should tend horses. Mentions Mr. Price.  [2759]","Surveying land touching Elkhill between Byrd Creek and James River, bought from\n                     D. Ross. Meredith Price survey not correct. Cannot locate marker tree on\n                     Joshua's branch.  [2760]","For November 1798 through July 1806, signed by James Lyle. Records payments\n                     from Gibson \u0026 Jefferson and C. Clarke. Mentions bonds for Mrs. Jane\n                     Jefferson and bond to Richard Harvie.  [1024]","The will of T. J.'s brother. Land and slaves to be divided equally among five\n                     sons, Thomas, Robert Lewis, Field, [Isham] Randolph, and [James] Lilburne\n                     Jefferson. Executors named: Harding Yerkins, Robert Craig, Robert Lewis\n                     Jefferson, and T. J.  [1025]","Francis Wayles's education and T. J.'s new horse.","Appoints Robert H. Jones of Warrenton, [N. C.], District Attorney for North\n                     Carolina.  [1026]","Mr. Peyton's account. Jerry gone to Bedford. Canal and boat. Mr. Maddox works\n                     at stables. Mentions horses, Mr. Chisolm.  [2761]","Brown needs money from Bishop. Slaves working for Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.,\n                     and cutting oats. River and canal. Parney corn.  [2762]","T. J. sends instructions on paying notes.","T. J. thanks Pelham for his specimen passages written in several phonetic\n                     alphabets and notes Voltaire's efforts to reform the French language. He asks\n                     Pelham to send him Austin's book on the human character of Jesus. Also included\n                     is a notebook, 1808, of sample alphabets sent by Pelham to T. J.","Threat of insurrection by Boston Tories if importation of flour from southern\n                     states is stopped. Instructions to Dearborn for War Department action.\n                         [1027]","Boston opposition to stoppage of importation of flour.  [1028]","Difficulties in execution of the Embargo Act. References to Orders in Council\n                     and to the Napoleonic Decrees.  [1029]","To the Governor of Massachusetts, concerning enforcement of the Embargo.\n                         [1030]","Homer, Vergil, Lucan, Claudian, Silius Italicus, Ovid, Juvenal, Perseus,\n                     Horace, Seneca the tragedian, Plautus, Terence, Ausonius, Caesar, Suetonius,\n                     Tacitus, Justin, Sallust, Boethius, Cicero, Hippocrates. Also, Greek and Latin\n                     New Testaments and Orthodoxa Symbola. Printers: Elzevir, Morelli, and Jansson.\n                         [2763]","Arrival of boxes. Purchase of a horse for T. J. from Richard Thweatt.\n                     References to [Thomas] Bell, Mr. Eggleston, Francis Eppes, and Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.  [1031]","Regarding a breach of duty by one of the U. S. Collectors.\n                         [1032]","Offers to transfer Page's office of Commissioner of Loans for Virginia to his\n                     son, Francis, because of Page's ill health. Page's endorsement: \"Most generous\n                     \u0026 consolatory to me!!\"  [1033]","Binds Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha Jefferson Randolph, and affianced\n                     couple. Transfers Poplar Forest, Bedford County, lands to Bankhead. Verso:\n                     mathematical calculation and T. J.'s presidential mailing address.\n                         [2764]","Purchase of horse. Marriage of Anne Randolph and Charles L. Bankhead. Action\n                     regarding the Embargo, Orders-in-Council, and Napoleon's decrees. Resistance to\n                     Napoleon in Spain. Reference to George Canning.  [1034]","Horse purchased for T. J., paid by draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson, and\n                     forwarded by Martin, together with a petrified snake. References to Mr.\n                     Williams and Martha Randolph.  [1035]","Gravy spoons to be converted into dessert spoons. Difficulties with his new\n                     horse. References to J. Peyton, Mr. Shoemaker, [Edmund] Bacon, James Madison,\n                     and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [1036]","Mill dam. Garden work. Corn prices. Money for Johnson. Horse Fitch Partner\n                     lame.  [2765]","T. J.'s papers. Construction of his mouldboard plow. Pleased to hear of the\n                     dynamometer. References to [William?] Meriwether and Nicholas Lewis.\n                         [1037]","Spoons and hooks for Thomas J. Randolph forwarded. Wine bottling. Remedies for\n                     T. J.'s rheumatism.  [1038]","T. J. asks Randolph to send his watch with either Dr. Porter or Dr. Say, who\n                     will be coming for the sitting of Congress. He also asks Randolph to have Mr.\n                     McAlister, an optician, make a magnifying glass and includes a small sketch of\n                     the design. T. J. encloses ten dollars for two alabaster lamps.","Letter from Martha J. Randolph. Bundle sent to Philadelphia, as well as box of\n                     books from Milton. Forgot to pack some Buffon volumes. T. J. wants his mamaluke\n                     bit plated in Philadelphia. Dr. Rush praises T. J. Randolph.\n                         [2766]","Watch repair. Will send to New York for crystal seal. Cannot get Bell's\n                     Anatomy; using Fyfe. Mentions Voight, Dr. Porter, Dr. Mitchell.\n                         [2767]","Conveying the mill site of the Bennett Henderson estate. Witnessed by Charles\n                     D. Thomas, N. K. Thomas, Joel Shiflett, and Whittiker Carter. Recorded 4 April\n                     1809 by John Nicholas, Clerk of Albemarle County Court. Mentions John Henderson\n                     and Matthew Henderson.  [1039]","Progress in Medical School. References to Philip S. Physick, James Woodhouse,\n                     Caspar Wistar, and Benjamin Say. Purchase of Bell's Anatomy.\n                         [1040]","Note to Mrs. Carter for John Pace's and Nicholas Gianniny's corn. Mr. Lammons,\n                     stone mason, not yet working. Davy wants to see his wife Christmas. [Break in\n                     text]. Mentions miller and Robert Teril.  [2768]","Machinery used in T. J.'s mill was patented by Evans. T. J. to pay Evans'\n                     agent, John Moody, by draft on U.S. Bank at Philadelphia.\n                         [2769]","Requesting that he make payments to Mr. McAlister and Mr. Pemberton. Shipment\n                     of a polygraph to [Rubens?] Peale. Advice on notetaking, with Sallust and\n                     Tacitus as models. Counsels reserve on political subjects.\n                         [1041]","Mr. Walker's directions for bolting cloth. Garden work. Capt. Davis' money for\n                     livestock from Hancocke Allen's sale. Nail rod.  [2770]","Thanks T. J. for payment sent to his agent, John Moody, for use in T. J.'s mill\n                     of machinery patented by Evans. Mentions Congressional act concerning his\n                     patents. His belief that the Mississippi River can be navigated with boats\n                     propelled by steam.  [2771]","T. J. regrets not being able to assist in giving the license solicited by [J.\n                     C.] Cruger. Comments on Martha Jefferson Randolph and her large family.","Corn purchases, involving Higginbotham and Pace. Garden work. Returning from\n                     Washington, found steer left by Mr. Freeman with Mr. Willis near Orange Court\n                     House. Nail rod.  [2772]","Introduces Alexander Wilson, to discuss birds with Mr. Coffer.\n                         [2773]","Smallpox vaccine from Dr. Wistar for Edgehill. Funds with Mr. Peale. Homespun\n                     from Philadelphia. Mentions Mr. Ronaldson, clothes merchant.\n                         [2774]","Is reading Dramatic Dialogues, a gift from Mrs. Smith to Ellen.\n                         [1019]  and  [1042]","Will keep a watchful eye on T. J. Randolph. Evil of polemical debate.\n                     References to Anne Cary Randolph Bankhead and John Bankhead.\n                         [1043]","Davy leaves today. Nathaniel Hooe's runaway slave, Gabril, working for Bacon.\n                     Hooe agrees to Bacon's hiring Gabril for the coming year. Garden work.\n                         [2775]","Insurrection in Amherst. Payments to Mr. McAlister and Mr. Purke. References to\n                     Mr. Pemberton, [Rubens?] Peale.  [1044]","Davy left before aspens ready. Killed slaves' dogs. Debates planting flax and\n                     cotton. Mr. Watkins comes. Phill Hubbard and Bedford Davy to do sawing.\n                     Mentions Mr. Chisolm, garden work, and Sheppard.  [2776]","Request that T. J. inform [Andrew] Benade of money in Philadelphia bank;. Hopes\n                     to have Henderson suit dismissed in Court of Appeals.  [1045]","Requests for money received by Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Innoculation of\n                     Jefferson, Virginia, and Anne Randolph. Reference to Mr. Hackley.\n                         [1046]","Determination to sell Varina to pay his debts, possibly to a Mr. Patterson.\n                     Prefers to sell property rather than slaves. Reference to Wilson C. Nicholas.\n                         [1047]","Draft to Craven Peyton.  [2776-a]","Order on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. Remittance to [Andrew] Benade. Wishes to\n                     sell part of Henderson's land between Colle and Milton, Va., to pay his debts.\n                         [1048]","Money from George Jefferson in Richmond. Money due Johnson Rowe, Richard\n                     Johnson, Anderson Rowe, Charles Houchens, and John Pace. Washington lamb flock.\n                     Purchases from Mr. Higginbotham at Milton. Garden work. Mr. Watkins arrived.\n                     Stone masons working. Davy brought no raspberries. Mrs. Dangerfield's slaves.\n                     Runaway slave. T. J. note mentions Nicholas Giannini.  [2777]","Acknowledges receipt of Resolutions of the Republican Citizens of Boston. Will\n                     of the majority must prevail.  [1049]","Sale of the Bennett Henderson estate lands owned by T. J. Better sale to people\n                     north of the Susquehanna.  [1050]","Garden work. Nail making. Mr. Watkins took Sheppard, navy, and Bartlet. Moses,\n                     Joe, Jim Hubbard, Lewis, John, Wormly, and Wagner Davy working.\n                         [2778]","Instructions for selling portion of Henderson property. [Andrew] Benade\n                     acknowledged receipt of money.  [1051]","Permission granted to study in the Philosophical Society. Trip to Washington.\n                     References to Caspar Wistar and [Rubens?] Peale.  [1052]","No Milton mail. Wants wool sample from Merino sheep.  [2779]","Draft on Office of Discount and Deposit, Washington.  [2779-a]","Draft on Office of Discount and Deposit, Washington.  [2779-b]","Draft on Office of Discount and Deposit, Washington.  [2779-c]","T. J.'s bread buying.  [2780]","Wool sample enclosed. Corn buying.  [2781]","Application for Mr. Moultree, son of Dr. James Moultree. Introducing Beverley\n                     Randolph, Martha's nephew. Innoculation of Benjamin and James. Geraniums, arbor\n                     vitae, and sweet-scented grass. Books for Mary Randolph. Hammocks sent by\n                     William Brown from Campeachy (i.e. Campeche) to Mrs. [Elizabeth] Trist.\n                     Mentions David R. Williams.  [1053]","Bacon's trip to Washington delayed until arrival of Milton post. Wagon to carry\n                     corn and oats for horses, and bacon. Fodder, only, to be purchased on road. 8\n                     horses and mules expected. 8 horses and 8 people returning to Monticello.\n                         [2781-a]","[Break in text]. Ditch digging and fence building.  [2782]","Secretary, Mr. Coles, carries public dispatches. Losses of exports caused by\n                     embargo. U.S. may enter war if enemies' edicts not repealed before Congress\n                     meets. Kosciuszko's financial affairs. John Barnes disabled. Retirement from\n                     Presidency imminent.  [2782-a]","Letter from Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., care of Mr. Barker.\n                         [2783]","Request for wild geese, summer duck, balsam, cassia tree, sunbriar, and mammoth\n                     apple tree.  [1054]","Approval of the Embargo and measures to avert war. Disapproval of conduct of\n                     Federalists and of action of members of Connecticut legislature in declaring\n                     acts of Congress unconstitutional; present convention represents individual\n                     opinion, not official action. Mentions George Washington. Signed by Jabez\n                     Fitch, Chairman. Attested copy by Jonathan Low, Secretary.\n                         [1055]","Bills and accounts submitted by Barnes as financial and purchasing agent for T.\n                     J.  [1069]","Bills and accounts submitted by Barnes as financial and purchasing agent for T.\n                     J.  [1069]","Expressing her thanks to President Madison.  [1056]","Urges Connecticut Republicans to pledge themselves to the preservation of the\n                     union and the enforcement of its laws.  [1057]","Introduces John Bradbury, to study natural history of Louisiana. The Life and\n                     Pontificate of Leo X.  [2784]","Elias Boudinot to leave mint. Offers job to Patterson, allowing him also to\n                     continue work at the College (University of Pennsylvania).\n                         [2785]","Note payable at Office of Discount and Deposit.  [2786]","Urges his support of Madison. Revoking of British Orders-in-Council and the\n                     Napoleonic decrees. Possibility of war. Annexation of the Floridas and Cuba.\n                         [1058]","Articles received from Etienne LeMaire. Complains that he has not heard from\n                     Martha, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Ellen, Anne, or Mr. Bankhead. Mentions Dr.\n                     Barton.  [1059]","Reasons why he has not written. Death of Dr. Woodhouse. Plans for T. J. R.'s\n                     return home. Payment of T. J. R.'s expenses. Book for Mary. References to\n                     [Rubens?] Peale, Etienne LeMaire.  [1060]","Lists four persons fined for importing goods prohibited by the Embargo\n                     including T. J. who was fined $12.50 for goods brought on the \"Recovery.\"","Discusses a fair price for the sale of Natural Bridge and surrounding\n                     acreage.","Copies of accounts sent to T. J. by John Barnes, who handled Kosciuszko's\n                     financial affairs for Jefferson.  [1070]","Hopes to sell some of Jefferson's land to John Akers. Is being pushed by\n                     creditors; would like to transfer titles to Henderson lands to Jefferson.\n                         [1061]","Declaration that Peyton not held responsible if Frances, Lucy, or Nancy C.\n                     Henderson should fail to ratify the sale of their shares in the Bennett\n                     Henderson estate when they come of age.  [1062]","T. J. has sent a basket of ripe figs.","Edward Coles reports Madison goes to Washington. Benjamin Franklin Randolph\n                     ill, T. J. may go without Martha Randolph.  [2787]","Introducing Thomas Mann Randolph, half-brother of T. J.'s son-in-law of the\n                     same name.  [1063]","Provisions for winter from Mrs. Lewis.  [2788]","Requesting gig harness needed to visit wife's brother, who is dying.\n                         [1064]","News of Francis Eppes II. Disappointment at offers of British Minister, Francis\n                     J. Jackson. Reference to Virginia Randolph.  [1065]","Sends gig harness by Squire (slave). Invitation to Randolph and his sister\n                     (Anna Marks?) to visit Monticello.  [1066]","Difference of opinion regarding an office for John Garland Jefferson. Sorry to\n                     have missed him in Amelia.  [1067]","Acknowledges T. J. letter of December 16 admonishing him for resigning from\n                     Congress. Ill health reason for leaving. Opposed to embargo. Prefers war rather\n                     than appeasement.  [2788-a]","Report on the corn, wheat, and tobacco crops. Plastering work at Poplar Forest.\n                     Samuel Scott has begun building illegally on Stith's entry. References to\n                     [Samuel J.] Harrison, Mr. Richer son (Richardson?), and Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr.  [1068]","[2789, N-547]","Land in Albemarle County from N. Lewis, Overton, Carter, Wells, and Brown.\n                     Lands identified by names Tufton, Portobello, Monticello, Hendersons,\n                     Ingrahams, Milton, Shadwell, Lego, Shadwell Mountain, Pouncey's, Limestone\n                     (Sharp's), Hardware. Lands in Bedford and Campbell Counties: Dan Robinson,\n                     Poplar Forest, Tomahawk, Callaway Patent, John Robinson's, Buffalo, Johnson.\n                     Lists slaves by date of birth.  [2789-a]","[N-487]","Lists slaves.  [2791]","Concerns the will of R. S. (Richard Stith?). Summons by Mr. Ladd to Richmond to\n                     state the accounts. Correct date supplied by T. J.  [1071]","Remittance owed to General Kosciuszko. T. J.'s accounts. Remittance from Mrs.\n                     Beckley.  [1072]","Academy in Frederick County.  [2793]","T. J. writes to Eppes on the ill-effects of long speeches in the House of\n                     Representatives and encloses a letter from Francis Eppes [not present].","Draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson by John Barnes.  [1073]","Release to be executed for Colonel Bentley. Passage of Nathaniel Macon's\n                     bill.","Congratulations on good crops. Loss on General Kosciuszko's mislaid\n                     certificates. Payment from Mrs. Beckley delayed. Includes John Barnes' account\n                     with General Kosciuszko, 1809-1810.  [1075]","Did not offer John Garland Jefferson a job because of self-made rule not to\n                     give an office to a relative. Discussion of nepotism.  [1076]","Payment of General Kosciuszko, mentioning Baring Brothers, Bowie \u0026\n                     Kurtz, and Hoffingan \u0026 Co.  [1077]","Explains reticence in writing candidly while in Presidency. War in Europe.\n                     Chesapeake affair. U.S. preparations for defense: military stores, sulphur,\n                     arms, artillery, founderies, military school, soldiers, seaport defenses at New\n                     York and New Orleans, gunboats. Recommendations to Congress for settlement of\n                     territory of Orleans by land grants not carried out, nor classing of militia by\n                     age. Privateers and pirates. Admiration of Madison. Retirement to Monticello,\n                     family, books. Schedule of day spent in correspondence, shops, garden, on\n                     horseback at farms, society of friends, and reading. Health. Discusses ploughs,\n                     harrows, seeding, harvesting, and politics with his neighbors. Education of\n                     young men living at Charlottesville. Personal finances and debt. John Barnes,\n                     Kosciuszko's stock, and T. J.'s financial indebtedness to Kosciuszko.\n                         [2793-a]","Pros and cons of T. J. R.'s proposal to study half of each day in his own room.\n                     References to Mr. Girardin and to Mr. Wood.  [1078]","Draft received from Charles Johnston. No news of Shoemaker's flour.\n                         [1079]","T. J. thanks Fulton for his pamphlets on the torpedo. T. J. states that \"your\n                     torpedoes will be to cities what vaccination has been to mankind.\"","Payment to Jones 8; Howell. Receipt of plaster of Paris for T. J.\n                         [1080]","A summary of T. J.'s accounts with Shoemaker who leased Shadwell Mills,\n                     1809-1810.","Trouble with his knee. Arrangements with England for European trade. Plan to\n                     meet T. J. at Eppington. References to [Charles?] Pinckney, Wellesley, David\n                     Erskine, and Francis Eppes.  [1081]","T. J. requests shipment of the fifth volume of Scott's Bible, and declining to\n                     purchase any other books.","Request that T. J. send Francis Eppes to Eppington.  [1082]","Business with Mr. Ladd delayed by rheumatism.  [1083]","Purchase of oil. Plans for summer vacation. Confined to bed by cut of Achilles\n                     tendon.  [1084]","Payment due the executors of John Fleming's estate for purchase of \"Ursala\"\n                     should be applied to the debt Fleming owed the Wayles estate. References to\n                     Martha Wayles and her first husband, Bathurst Skelton.  [1085]","Visit to Monticello delayed by broken axletree. Mentions Captain Patterson of\n                     Warren, Virginia.  [1086]","Invitation to visit Monticello before T. J. leaves for Poplar Forest.\n                         [1087]","Recommends correspondence with Thomas Cooper, one of the ablest men in America.\n                     Mentions Joseph Priestley.  [1088]","Seeds care of Collector of Richmond.  [2794]","Unwillingness to enter into an agreement with Judge Cooper regarding collection\n                     of minerals. His knowledge only that of an amateur. His collection lent to\n                     William and Mary and to [Louis H.?] Girardin.  [1089]","Mr. Ladd's report regarding debt due the Wayles estate from the Fleming estate.\n                     Requests hiring of an associate in Richmond, George Hay or Mr. Williams.\n                     Mentions Edmund Randolph.  [1090]","Funds due Thaddeus Kosciuszko paid to John Barnes.  [2795]","Death of Mrs. Charles L. Lewis. Move to Kentucky and conditions there. Loss of\n                     slaves. Poor financial condition. Indebtedness to Mr. Peyton Asks T. J.'s\n                     intervention also, Uncle Randolph, Mr. Randolph, P. Carr, and D. Carr. Mentions\n                     Aunt Carr, Mrs. Randolph, and Polly Carr. Description of Ohio River, shovel\n                     fish, buffalo fish, carp, and other fish.  [2795-a]","Observance of written law must at times give way to laws of necessity. Examples\n                     from Washington's actions at Yorktown and happenings in his own administration.\n                     References to Aaron Burr, purchase of Florida, John Randolph, Chesapeake\n                     Affair, and James Wilkinson.  [1091]","Information as to whether Edward Livingston could maintain an action in\n                     Richmond for a trespass committed in New Orleans (Batture controversy).\n                     Consultation with James Madison, Robert Smith, and Albert Gallatin on this\n                     matter. Recommends Levi Lincoln to replace the deceased William Cushing on the\n                     Supreme Court. References to George Hay, William Wirt, and L. W. Tazewell.\n                         [1092]","T. J. requests sash planes and templates so Johnny Hemings can proceed with\n                     sash doors for Poplar Forest. Send by stage to the care of [David]\n                     Higginbotham.","Shipment of window glass by [John] Craven. Mentions Mr. Shoemaker.\n                         [1093]","Denies that must build canal lock at order of Directors of Rivanna Company.\n                     Crown grant makes river T. J.'s land, and inquests agreed that T. J.'s dam does\n                     not interfere with rights of others. Rappahannock River and Appomattox Mills\n                     disputes. Mentions Henry Williams, Milton, and Secretary's Ford.\n                         [2796]","Receipt of two ewes for himself and six for Col. [William?] Fontaine.\n                         [1094]","Reporting sale of Eppington plantation and removal to Mill Brook. Money due\n                     from the Wayles estate to the Hanbury estate. Mr. Robertson doubtful that T. J.\n                     will receive any of debt owed to him. Plans for Francis' visit to Monticello\n                     when John Wayles Eppes is in Washington.  [1095]","Refuses subscription to  The Columbian, \n                     preferring local newspapers, Tacitus, and Horace. Presents tribute to the\n                         Bee,  Holt's former paper.\n                         [1096]","T. J. asks Gelston, collector of the Port of New York, to forward a plough\n                     purchased by John Armstrong in France to Richmond in care of Gibson \u0026\n                     Jefferson who will pay freight.","Conveying the tract of land in Bedford County received from T. J. Land surveyed\n                     by Joseph Slaughter, bounded by the lands of John Watts, Mr. Ballard, Mr.\n                     Burton, Mr. Hobson, and Mr. Moseley.  [1097]","Right of way over T. J.'s canal and river holdings from Secretary's Ford to\n                     Sandv Falls at Shadwell. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [2798]","Encloses material on the boundaries of Louisiana. (For enclosure, see 15\n                     January 1804). Advises seizure of East Florida immediately to forestall Great\n                     Britain. Francis Eppes' education.  [1098]","T. J.'s order on Jonathan Smith, cashier of the Bank of Pennsylvania, for\n                     payment to Kosciuszko.  [1099]","Returning a pamphlet that was in the hands of [Henry] Clay. Predicts failure of\n                     the bill for renewal of charter of the Bank of the United States.\n                         [1100]","Dissents with Tracy regarding preference of plural over a single executive.\n                     Importance of state governments as barriers of liberty. Dangers of and\n                     securities against secession.  [1101]","Demonstration of instrument error at noon. Possibly an attempt by T. J. to\n                     determine the latitude of Poplar Forest.  [2799]","List of charges to ship flour from Lynchburg to Richmond: toll and drayage,\n                     storage and cooperage, and market price at Richmond, written on verso of flour\n                     shipping bill. Mentions corn, wheat, and Morris and Dunnington.\n                         [2799-a]","Offers aid to Rivanna Navigation Company, since his mill dam is an obstruction\n                     in the river.  [1102]","Nautical Almanac. Mentions John Garnett's edition and English edition.\n                         [2799-b]","Congratulations on his being named to the Lisbon consulship. Instructions\n                     regarding the proprieties of accepting his commission. Order for turpentine to\n                     fight scab in his sheep flock.  [1103]","Reasons why Patrick Gibson (an Englishman by birth) cannot be appointed consul\n                     at Lisbon instead of George Jefferson.  [1104]","Purchase of horse from Mr. Clarkson. Thanks for beans.  [1105]","Plan of orchard with note on how vacancies are to be filled.\n                         [1106]","Will pay in Richmond installments due for the land. Burgess Griffin has not yet\n                     finished prizing the tobacco into casks.  [1107]","Will be glad to have payment for land through Gibson \u0026 Jefferson,\n                     Richmond.  [1108]","Opposition to Madison in Congress. Request for melon seeds. Wheat and tobacco\n                     crop. Francis Eppes to return with Tom.  [1109]","William Johnson of Milton moving T. J.'s crop. Letter for James Oldham. Samuel\n                     J. Harrison, in charge of T. J.'s Bedford tobacco, is to place money on one of\n                     T. J.'s accounts. Bedford flour.  [2800]","Payment to General Kosciuszko doubtful because of difficulties in remitting\n                     bills of exchange. Tobacco withheld from shipment because of the precarious\n                     foreign situation.  [1110]","[George?] Divers and [Nimrod?] Bramham unwilling to help in subscription to\n                     relieve William Duane. Little help expected from William Wirt.\n                         [1111]","Copies of accounts sent to T. J. by John Barnes, who handled Kosciuszko's\n                     financial affairs for Jefferson.  [1070]","Bill of exchange drawn by Bowie \u0026 Kurtz on William Murdock, London,\n                     sent to Hoffingan \u0026 Co., Paris, General Kosciuszko's banker. Debt owned\n                     by Mrs. Beckley. Draft from Gibson \u0026 Jefferson.  [1112]","Previous letter under State Department dispatches via John Armstrong or David\n                     Ballie Warden. War between England and France; U.S. adherence to peace. U.S.\n                     economy. Extinction of national debt. Imported items only to be taxed. Self\n                     sufficiency of household manufacturing means poor only have to pay salt tax.\n                     Revenues applied to canals, roads, schools. Quaker system. Happiness and\n                     prosperity of citizens are first duties of government. Anti-war sentiments.\n                     Revolutions in Spanish America. John Barnes and Kosciuszko's financial affairs.\n                         [2800-a]","[2801, N-548]","Requests information regarding amount of land deeded for him by James L.\n                     Henderson. Wishes to dispose of his Milton holdings; fears James deeded more\n                     than he should have. Requests forwarding of two protested notes given by John\n                     Henderson to him, one on James and one on Isham Henderson.\n                         [1113]","[N-549]","Bills of exchange, one under Secretary of State's dispatches. Mentions Joel\n                     Barlow and John Barnes.  [2801-a]","Comments on the book  The Modern Griselda, A Tale \n                     by Maria Edgeworth. Brief life of the flowers compared to man's existence.\n                     Speaks of his own death. References to John Bankhead, Charles Bankhead,\n                     Cornelia Randolph, and Ellen Randolph.  [1114]","Mrs. Edgeworth's Moral Tales. Virginia and Mary taking care of Cornelia's\n                     silkworm. Mrs. Higginbotham gave dolls.  [2802]","T. J.'s accounts, with references to General Kosciuszko, Mr. Barry, Gibson\n                     \u0026 Jefferson.  [1115]","Requests his attendance to help Mr. Salmonds in the construction of a pierhead.\n                     Mentions James Madison.  [1116]","John Bankhead declines purchase of William Short's lands. Bankhead attempting\n                     to fix sale price for his land in Bedford County to [William?] Radford. Colonel\n                     Randolph's success with the mill. Mentions Charles Clay.\n                         [1117]","T. J. sends Peter Minor a bottle of oil from a wooden press which he prefers to\n                     that produced by an iron press.","Difficulties in making remittances to General Kosciuszko by a bill of exchange.\n                     Growth of Washington as a commercial city compared with Baltimore and\n                     Alexandria. Offers to supply T. J. with every article, wet or dry.\n                         [1118]","Reticent tone of letters during Presidency based on fear correspondence might\n                     fall into hands of English or French. Kosciuszko's financial affairs. Mentions\n                     Joel Barlow, David Ballie Warden, John Barnes, and London.\n                         [2802-a]","Request that Mr. Warden take to France a copy of the Review of Montesquieu.\n                         [1119]","Gift of figs. Accepts offer of cucumbers.  [1120]","Requests delivery of merino ram to which he is entitled.\n                         [1121]","Remedy for curing diseased ewes. Visit to Bedford delayed by attack of\n                     rheumatism. Martha Randolph and Martha Carr ill. References to Col. [Miles]\n                     Cary and Mrs. Cary.  [1122]","Deed to all shares of property purchased from heirs of Bennett Henderson,\n                     deceased. Witnessed by H. Peyton, Thomas Jefferson [son of Randolph Jefferson],\n                     and John B. Stout. Recorded by John Nicholas and attested by Alexander Garrett,\n                     Clerks of Albemarle County. Mentions: Bennett H., Charles, Eliza, Elizabeth,\n                     Frances, Isham, James L., John, Lucy, and Nancy Henderson, Sarah Henderson\n                     Kerr, Richard Anderson, Joseph Brand, James Bramham, John R. Kerr, James Lewis,\n                     and Richard Seabrook.  [1123]","Will meet Clay at Double Branches in road. Dinner with Mr. Steptoe.\n                         [2803]","Payments for Burgess Griffin's purchases for Poplar Forest. Hopes for partial\n                     payment from sale of wheat now in Mr. Mitchell's hands.  [1124]","T. J. while confined with rheumatism amused himself by \"calculating the hour\n                     lines of a dial for the latitude of this place.\"","Submitting, in accordance with Association rules, a copy of a Fourth of July\n                     address by Benjamin A. Markley. Signed for the Association by Joseph Johnson,\n                     J. B. White, William Lance, Joseph Kirkland, and Myer Moses.\n                         [1125]","Sends fine boar pig of Chinese or Parkinson breed, recommended by Judge\n                     [David?] Holmes and General Smith of Winchester, Va. Martha Carr dying.\n                         [1126]","T. J. asks for the address of James Lyon and thanks Granger for a postbook.","Eppes, aged ten, writes to his grandfather, mentioning Martha Randolph.\n                         [1127]","Death of their sister, Martha Carr.  [1128]","Wingfield to conduct funeral of Martha Jefferson Carr.  [2804]","George Jefferson to sell lot in Richmond which T. J. bought from Col. Byrd.\n                     Boundaries formerly owned by Patrick Cutts and Robert C. Nicholas, later by Mr.\n                     Ambler. Other lots at Beverly town, Westham, including ferry landing.\n                         [2805]","Death of their sister Martha Carr. Busy getting wheat to Richmond market,\n                     sowing new crop. Recent illness. Mentions Mr. Pryor.  [1130]","T. J. requests Simms' assistance in having \"a cask of wine, a box of marble, a\n                     box of olives, and a bag of almonds\" shipped from Alexandria to Richmond in\n                     care of Gibson \u0026 Jefferson.","Land on James River at Richmond. Mentions Robert Carter Nicholas. Witnessed by\n                     Coleman Estes, Charles Vest, David Huckstep, and John Burks.\n                         [2806]","Sends papers dealing with dispute with Samuel Scott regarding land in Campbell\n                     County. List of papers: Richard Tullos' and T. J.'s patents, surveys by William\n                     P. Martin, Richard Smith (Stith?), and Edmund Tate. (See July 1812 for copies\n                     of some of these.) Mentions Burgess Griffin.  [1131]","Concerning the break between John Adams and himself. Expresses willingness to\n                     resume correspondence should the occasion arise, but will not include Abigail\n                     Adams in this \"fusion of mutual affection\". Reference to Mr. Coles.\n                         [1132]","Conveying land in Bedford County in execution of certain covenants entered into\n                     by Charles L. Bankhead and Anne Randolph Bankhead.  [1133]","Orders thread.  [2807]","T. J. informs his overseer that the slaves and stock have arrived safely from\n                     Poplar Forest and that he will send Dick (a slave) back with a load of goods.\n                     He suggests that carts rather than wagons be constructed to haul wheat and\n                     tobacco to market in Richmond. Mentions Mr. Darnell.  [1134]","The note, in T. J.'s hand, identifies the manuscript by Destutt de Tracy.\n                         [1135]","Deeds, surveys, plats, field notes, memoranda. In 1811 a boundary dispute which\n                     arose with Samuel Scott, one of the abutting property owners (who was believed\n                     to have encroached on land Jefferson had sold to Samuel J. Harrison of\n                     Lynchburg) involved searching of all early patents and surveys in the\n                     neighborhood, some dating from 1762. In 1811 also, Jefferson was engaged in\n                     road building and other extensive improvement on his Poplar Forest tract. Some\n                     of the documents are mathematical calculations and field notes, others are\n                     elaborately certified surveys. The following names in the documents as\n                     landowners, surveyors, witnesses, etc.: Mr. Antrim, Mr. Atkins, Mr. Ballard,\n                     Charles L. Bankhead, Bedford County, Mr. Blankenship, Absalom Bradley, Mr.\n                     Brian, Mr. Brooks, Mr. Brown, Richard Callaway, Campbell County, G. Carr, Mr.\n                     Chetwood (Chitwood), Isham Chisholm, [Bowling] Clarke, [Charles] Clay, Samuel\n                     Cobb, Mr. Couch, Mr. Davies, Jarvis Dawson, Will Drew, I. Frost, J. Frost, Fry\n                     \u0026 Company, B. Griffin, Mr. Gill, Jeremiah Goodman, Mr. Hardwick,\n                     Gilbert Harold, Samuel J. Harrison, Ben Howard, James Hubbard, Benjamin\n                     Johnson, Christopher Johnson, Jarvis Johnson, Richard Johnson, Mr. Jones,\n                     Lunenberg County, Charles Lynch, William P. Martin, Mr. Mitchell, Mr. Moreman,\n                     Thomas Moseley, Mr. Murray, John Organ, M. Pate, Mr. Penn, Reuben Perry,\n                     William Radford, Thomas Jefferson Randolph, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Mr.\n                     Robertson, Daniel Robinson, Samuel Scott, Mr. Shackle, Joseph Slaughter,\n                     Richard Smith, Mr. Sprice, [James] Steptoe, Richard Stith, Isham Talbot, Edmund\n                     Tate, Mr. Thompson, Mr. Thomson, J. Thomson, Archibald Thweatt, Richard Tullos,\n                     Mr. Turpin, Benjamin Waller, Mr. Watts, John Wayles, Thomas Whittington, John\n                     Wilkerson, and Joel Yancey.  [1136, N-268]","Fence rails.","Memorandum of flowers, trees, fruits, and bushes planted and growing at Poplar\n                     Forest. List of mountains in the order in which they are seen from Poplar\n                     Forest.  [1137]","Sends bougie and medical advice. Death of brother-in-law, Hastings Marks.\n                     Sister, Anna Scott Marks, in poor health. Watch sent to Richmond. References to\n                     Dr. Casper Wistar and Dr. Walker.  [1138]","No information received as to whether General Kosciuszko or his bankers,\n                     Hoffingan \u0026 Co., received remittances of 1810 and 1811.\n                         [1139]","Mr. Ligon's tobacco and flour prices not correct. Mentions George Jefferson,\n                     Mr. Rutherfoord, and Mr. Mutter.  [2808]","Orders teacups, coffee cups, saucers, and paper.  [2809]","His health improved; Anna Marks in poor health. Requests shepherd puppy. Watch\n                     lost in Fass Bender's fire.  [1140]","Receipt of money by General Kosciuszko's banker for the year 1810. Expresses\n                     pleasure that T. J.'s debts have been reduced. Plans to retire to Philadelphia\n                     and be succeeded by William Morton. Asks T. J.'s recommendation of Morton to\n                     Madison for the post of Collector of Georgetown. Information from George Taylor\n                     regarding purchase of bills of exchange on Paris.  [1141]","Clothing for Burwell (slave).  [2810]","Sudden death of William Brown requires payment of T. J.'s debt.\n                         [1142]","Purchase of bills of exchange for General Kosciuszko.  [1143]","Albemarle tobacco prices. Mentions Mr. Bruce. Flour market. Goods from\n                     Alexandria by Johnson. Adam's plow. Nail rod.  [2811]","Instructions to the overseer of Poplar Forest. Need for yoke of oxen at\n                     Monticello. Burnet seed to be procured from Mr. Duval. Lettuce seed to be\n                     planted. Mentions Major Flood, [Burgess] Griffin, and Moses (slave).\n                         [1144]","Partial payment of his debt to Brown \u0026 Robertson by draft on Samuel J.\n                     Harrison. Bedford tobacco pledged to pay bank debt incurred when president.\n                         [1145]","Mr. Johnson brings supplies.  [2812]","Tobacco prices. C. Peyton's Billy ordered seeds sent care of Mr. Higginbotham.\n                     Johnson brings nail rod. Flour sales. Washington reports suggest embargo.\n                         [2813]","Accepts draft in favor of Brown, Robertson \u0026 Co. Withholding last\n                     payment on Campbell County land until title cleared, due to Samuel Scott's suit\n                     regarding valuable portion of tract.  [1146]","Payment on T. J. s account of bills rendered by Mr. Foxall J. Barry, J.\n                     Milligan, and R. Weightman partially defrayed by Gibson \u0026 Jefferson's\n                     order on the Bank of Columbia. Bills of exchange for General Kosciuszko.\n                         [1147]","Remittances to Benjamin Jones of Philadelphia, iron-monger, and to Ezra\n                     Sarjeant of New York, printer, to be defrayed by the sale of T. J.'s flour.\n                         [1148]","Protests his refusal to pay for land. Will force him into failure. Declares\n                     Samuel Scott's claim ridiculous.  [1149]","Met Henry at Nathaniel West Dandridge's home in Hanover while traveling to\n                     William and Mary College. Henry's legal training inadequate. Peyton Randolph,\n                     John Randolph, and Robert C. Nicholas reluctantly signed license; George Wythe\n                     would not sign. Henry, Burgess for Hanover, stopped John Robinson's loan office\n                     scheme. Henry's support for George Johnston's resolution against English\n                     Parliament's stamp tax crushed power of Peyton Randolph, Richard Bland, Edmund\n                     Pendleton, Robert C. Nicholas, George Wythe, Peter Randolph, etc. T. J. Burgess\n                     for Albemarle when Lord Botetourt Governor of Virginia. Henry and T. J. agreed\n                     on principles while serving in House of Delegates. Henry and Richard Henry Lee\n                     poor performers at first Continental Congress. Edmund Pendleton and Benjamin\n                     Harrison reported that William Livingston, Governor of New Jersey, John Jay.\n                     and John Dickinson surpassed Henry and Lee. Address to King and people of Great\n                     Britain. When Lord Dunmore called Peyton Randolph to Virginia Assembly\n                     concerning Lord North's proposals, T. J. replaced Randolph in Continental\n                     Congress. Mentions George Washington and Declaration of Independence. Henry\n                     appointed Colonel of Virginia Convention's 1st regiment. Lived at Roundabout in\n                     Louisa. Hunted deer in Fluvanna. Bought land of Mr. Lomax on Smith River. Yazoo\n                     speculations brought condemnation from Virginia Legislature. Case of Jones and\n                     Walker. British debts. Henry opposed U.S. Constitution and hated George\n                     Washington. Hamilton's funding system. Henry declined mission to Spain, hoped\n                     to be Secretary of State. Deserted Republicanism for Federalism.\n                         [2711]","His watch safe with Fass Bender. Asks for shepherd puppy. Health improved.\n                     References to R. Patteson and Dr. Walker.  [1150]","Sales to O. Philpotts, J. G. Gamble, Mr. Leiper, and W. Hancocke.\n                         [2814]","Payments to Hay, Wirt, and Tazewell.  [2815]","Letter forwarded to John Morton. Purchase of bills of exchange for General\n                     Kosciuszko. Date of his retirement to Philadelphia uncertain. Growth of retail\n                     business in Washington and Georgetown.  [1151]","Flour sales and prices.  [2815-a]","Orders box of wafers.  [2816]","Retains his opinion on right to clear land title before payment. Will accept\n                     trust deed on part of Poplar Forest tract as security.  [1152]","Purchase of bills of exchange from [John] Morton. Money received from Gibson\n                     \u0026 Jefferson transmitted to E. I. Dupont and to General Kosciuszko.\n                     References to Messrs. B. and G. Williams and to Mr. [Isaac?] Coles.\n                         [1153]","Instructions to the overseer of Poplar Forest regarding grass and lettuce seed,\n                     young trees, fruit bushes, and beer. Sheep to be sent to Mr. Caruthers of\n                     Rockbridge.  [1154]","On his way to Poplar Forest by upper road will pass through land T. J. intends\n                     to convey to him.  [1155]","Requests help in inquiry regarding title of land in Campbell County, purchased\n                     by John Wayles from Richard Stith. Land now claimed by Samuel Scott. Mentions\n                     Richard Tullos and Richard Smith.  [1156]","Requests help in inquiry regarding title of land in Campbell County, purchased\n                     by John Wayles from Richard Stith. Land now claimed by Samuel Scott. Mentions\n                     Richard Tullos and Richard Smith.","Requests copies of entries and surveys of land in Campbell County claimed by\n                     Samuel Scott. Mentions Christopher Anthony, Richard Stith, Edmund Tate, Mr.\n                     Timberlake, Richard Iullos, and [John] Wilkerson.  [1157]","List of entries, surveys on land adjoining Poplar Forest tract in litigation\n                     between Samuel Scott and T. J. and Samuel Harrison. References to Christopher\n                     Anthony, William Callaway, Mr. Johnson, Jesse Locke, Thomas Moore, William\n                     Peters, Mr. Quarles, Richard Stith, Edmund Tate, Richard Tullos, John Wayles,\n                     John Wilkerson, John Wiley.  [1158]","Request for Colonel Watts' bond and for a statement of the account between\n                     [Charles L.] Bankhead and Slaughter. With note by T. J.: \"copd by mistake on\n                     the back of letter to S.J. Harrison.\"  [1159]","Correspondence with Messrs. B. and G. Williams and with John Morton of Morton\n                     \u0026 Russell, Bordeaux, regarding purchase of bills of exchange to remit\n                     to General Kosciuszko's banker, Hoffingan \u0026 Co.  [1160]","Deed for a tract of land in Bedford County to serve as security for land\n                     conveyed to Harrison (boundaries are disputed by Samuel Scott). Mentions John\n                     Gill, Benjamin Johnson, and Nicholas Johnson. Witnessed by Joseph Slaughter,\n                     Colin Buckner, and Mr. Rose.  [1161]","No record of conveyance from Richard Stith to John Wayles. Found deed John\n                     Dayles (i.e., Wayles?) to Warren McCauley. Surveyor's records in hands of\n                     Matthew Pate, present surveyor. (Search made in consequence of litigation with\n                     Samuel Scott regarding Poplar Forest boundary).  [1162]","Proposition respecting [Charles L.] Bankhead's tobacco. Procedure for defense\n                     against Samuel Scott's suit.  [1163]","Originally enclosed with  [1160] .  [1070]","Byrd's trustees wrong about Richmond land, as Charles Carter's deed, in Henrico\n                     or General Court, shows.  [2817]","Requests search for record of transfer of land, Richard Stith to John Wayles,\n                     needed in suit brought by Samuel Scott. Fees to be paid by Gibson \u0026\n                     Jefferson, Richmond.  [1164]","Information regarding Richard Stith's conveyance to John Wayles. References to\n                     Mr. Ferris, Burgess Griffin, Nicholas Lewis, Zachariah Morris, and Richard\n                     Tullos.  [1165]","Returns copy of Warden's exceptions. Requests search of John Wayles' books and\n                     papers for record of Richard Stith's entry in land in Campbell County, now in\n                     dispute between T. J. and Samuel Scott.  [1166]","Requests first consideration in the sale of Pantops. Half of debt brought on by\n                     Washington residence is paid. Suggestion that Francis be placed in Peter Carr's\n                     school.  [1167]","Returns plat and survey of Campbell County land. Can find no patent in name of\n                     John Dayles (i.e., Wayles) for this land.  [1168]","T. J.'s account, particularly draft against Harrison.  [2818]","Order for wax. a hair broom. and blue nankeen.  [1169]","Acknowledges return of certificates. Error in search for patent made under\n                     Dayles instead of Wayles.  [1170]","Asks for any recollections of purchase and payment for land bought by John\n                     Wayles from Richard Stith, and of Stith's original entry. Details of suit\n                     brought by Samuel Scott. Mentions Poplar Forest, Richard Tullos, and Mr.\n                     Blankenship.  [1171]","O. Philpotts has not paid.  [2819]","Searched record of patents, surveys in late Secretary's office, found no record\n                     in name of John Wayles. (Search made in connection with Samuel Scott suit.)\n                         [1172]","Remittance made. Deposit made to order of James Hamilton of Williamsboro, North\n                     Carolina.  [2820]","Sends copy of Richard Stith's receipt to John Wayles for payment for land in\n                     dispute with Samuel Scott. No evidence of Stith's entry found. Mentions John\n                     Wayles Eppes, James Donald.  [1173]","Money supplied to Davy (slave?). Dun horse's lameness may delay Davy's return.\n                     Health of T. J.'s family.  [1174]","War of 1812. Relations with France. Possible burning of New York and London.\n                     Congreve rockets. England's economy. U.S. invasion of Canada. U.S. privateers.\n                     Trade relations with France. Artillery. Advanced state of manufacturing in U.S.\n                     Household machinery. Carding and spinning machines and looms for wool, cotton,\n                     and linen. Merino sheep. Kosciuszko's finances. Mentions John Barnes, Mr.\n                     Morton of Bordeaux, Inclians, British intrigues with Col. Henry.\n                         [2820-a]","In connection with Samuel Scott's suit, requests search for survey of Stith's\n                     entry and for John Wayles' land book, containing history of his land titles.\n                     References to John Wayles Eppes, Frank Harris, and [Henry] Skipwith.\n                         [1175]","Asks for authenticated copy of his grant of 100 acres in Campbell County, dated\n                     22 May 1797.  [1176]","Detailed memorandum of defense against Samuel Scott's suit. History of disputed\n                     patent, proofs to be obtained, exhibits to be presented in court, law and\n                     equity in the case. References to: Christopher Anthony, Bedford County,\n                     Campbell County, Burgess Griffin, Benjamin Howard, Martha Wayles Jefferson,\n                     William P. Martin, Mr. Mead, Poplar Forest, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Richard\n                     Smith (incorrect spelling for Stith), James Steptoe, Richard Stith, Isham\n                     Talbot, EDMUND Tate (Tait), Richard Tullos, John Wayles, Thomas Whittington.\n                         [1177]","Information regarding the Scott suit which T. J. wishes Hay to undertake\n                     together with William Wirt. Recommends purchase of William Short's land near\n                     Monticello. Mentions co-defendant, Samuel Harrison.  [1178]","Information regarding Samuel Scott's suit in which Wirt and George Hay are to\n                     serve as T. J.'s attorneys. Mentions co-defendant, Samuel Harrison.\n                         [1179]","Samuel Scott suit. Law in [James?] Pleasants' collection of acts voids all\n                     entries unless surveyed before November 1798. Reference to case of Vincent vs.\n                     Conrad in Hall's  American Law Journal  series\n                         [1180]","Samuel J. Harrison's title good. Sends instructions regarding Samuel Scott's\n                     suit. Appreciates offer of William Short's lands but is located on\n                     Chickahominy. Mentions James Monroe.  [1181]","Summons to [?] in case of Samuel Scott vs. T. J. and Samuel J. Harrison.\n                         [1182]","T. J. complains against David Michie, a squatter on his land at Milton in\n                     1812.","Warrant for restitution of land between Milton, Va., and the Rivanna River,\n                     formerly part of the Bennett Henderson estate, to T. J. Statement of delivery\n                     of warrant to T. J.'s attorney, David Higginbotham, signed [Thomas?] Garth and\n                     R. Garland. Mentions William Ballard, James Barksdale, James Clark, William\n                     Crenshaw, Frederick Gilliam, Reuben Grady, Abraham Johnson, Charles Huckstep,\n                     John Key, James Leitch, William Leitch, Nicholas Lewis, Peter Minor, Jesse Rey,\n                     Joel Shiflett, Benjamin Thurmond, John Watson. William Wood.\n                         [1183]","Warrant for restitution of land between Milton, Va., and the Rivanna River,\n                     formerly part of the Bennett Henderson estate, to T. J. Statement of delivery\n                     of warrant to T. J.'s attorney, David Higginbotham, signed [Thomas?] Garth and\n                     R. Garland. Mentions William Ballard, James Barksdale, James Clark, William\n                     Crenshaw, Frederick Gilliam, Reuben Grady, Abraham Johnson, Charles Huckstep,\n                     John Key, James Leitch, William Leitch, Nicholas Lewis, Peter Minor, Jesse Rey,\n                     Joel Shiflett, Benjamin Thurmond, John Watson. William Wood.","T. J. complains against David Michie, a squatter on his land at Milton in\n                     1812.","Notes regarding deeds to the Bennett Henderson estate lands. References to\n                     Craven Peyton, Jane Peyton, and Bennett H. Henderson.  [1184]","Encloses answer to Samuel Scott's suit for T. J.'s examination.\n                         [1185]","Sends Richard Stith's original receipt to John Wayles for land now disputed by\n                     Samuel Scott. Extracts from Wayles' memorandum book showing payment of Stith's\n                     fees. References to [Henry] Skipworth, Charles E. May (Hay?), and John Wayles\n                     Eppes.  [1186]","Bill of exchange. U.S. invasion of Canada. U.S. to possess all of St. Lawrence\n                     except Quebec. U.S. privateers will do more damage to English commerce than\n                     combined European navies could.  [2820-b]","Encloses bank note. Spinning machine from New York.  [2821]","Memorandum by W. and R. Mitchell of terms for grinding T. J.'s wheat.\n                         [1187]","a. 11 January 1771. Receipt to John Wayles by James Donald for currency for 99\n                     acres of land near Ivy Creek. Signed Richard Stith, surveyor. b. 19 December\n                     1795. Thomas Jefferson. Receipt to Surveyor of Campbell County for receiving\n                     land warrants, surveying, certificates. Receipted, Richard Stith, Surveyor. c.\n                     23. December 1795. Survey. 100 acres of land, Campbell County, Ivy Creek,\n                     bounded by Wilkinson, Johnson, [Richard] Tullos. Plat. Richard Stith, Surveyor.\n                     Wm. Peter Martin, C. C. d. 5, 19 December 1795. Land Office Treasury warrant\n                     for 100 acres. Jefferson's entry for above lands. Surveyed, Richard Stith.\n                     Recorded, land office, 1796, by Charles Blagrove, Registrar. Grant issued 1797,\n                     attested 1812. e. 15 November 1796. Letter from Samuel Scott, Campbell County,\n                     offering to buy land on Ivy Creek. Suggests 2 or 3 men as judges. Refers to\n                     Bowling Clarke, Jefferson's overseer. f. 26 December 1803. Survey for Edmund\n                     Tate of 54 3/4 acres in Campbell County on Ivy Creek. Mentions Wilkerson,\n                     Johnson (now Couch), Tullos. Assigned to Samuel Scott. Wm. P. Martin, Surveyor.\n                     g. 15 November 1809. Survey of T. J.'s land in Campbell County by William P.\n                     Martin, Surveyor. Mentions Wilkerson, Couch, Tullos, Samuel Scott.\n                         [1188, N-550]","a. Samuel Scott's petition to Creed Taylor, judge of the Superior Court of\n                     Chancery for the Richmond district, stating history of his title to 50 acres of\n                     land in Campbell County, Va. b. Separate answer of Samuel J. Harrison to the\n                     above. c. Separate answer of Thomas Jefferson to the above. Names mentioned:\n                     Christopher Anthony, Bedford County, Campbell County, Benjamin Howard, Thomas\n                     Humphreys, William P. Martin, Poplar Forest, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Richard\n                     Smith, Richard Stith, Edmund Tate (Tait), Isham Talbot, Mr. Timberlake, John\n                     Wayles, Mr. Wilkerson (Wilkinson).  [1189]","Sends answer to Samuel Scott's bill. Price of wheat, Richmond.\n                         [1190]","Requests signature on his answer to Samuel Scott, before sending it to George\n                     Hay and William Wirt.  [1191]","Requesting that he act as commissioner in taking depositions in suit brought\n                     against him by Samuel Scott.  [1192]","Agrees to take depositions in Scott suit. Magistrates are Capt. William Irvine,\n                     Joel Leftwich, David Sanders, and Jabez Leftwich. New London not in this\n                     county.  [1193]","Deposition in Samuel Scott's suit. Mentions Mr. Bradford (William Radford?),\n                     Mr. Claxton, Samuel J. Harrison, and [Joel] Yancey.  [1194]","Depositions for Samuel Scott's suit. Wishes to verify signatures of Richard\n                     Stith and Samuel Scott. Mentions Mr. Bradford (William Radford?), Mr. Claxton,\n                     James Donald, and Joel Yancey.  [1195]","Depositions in the Samuel Scott suit.  [1196]","Will attend meeting at Mr. Claxton's to give depositions in the Samuel Scott\n                     suit.  [1197]","Depositions for Samuel Scott's suit. Asks for testimony on condition of records\n                     in clerk's office in 1772 which would account for lack of Richard Stith's\n                     entry. Also wishes verification of handwriting of James Donald and Richard\n                     Stith.  [1198]","Joe to help her. Wishes barrels sent to be filled with surplus apples. Mentions\n                     Mr. Chisolm. T. J. note on verso: surveying calculations for Shadwell fields.\n                         [2822]","Barnes asks for an order on the cashier of the Bank of Pennsylvania to pay\n                     General Kosciuszko's dividend.  [1199]","Requests the cashier of the Bank of Pennsylvania to pay General Kosciuszko's\n                     dividend to John Barnes.","Unless Congress intervenes, wheat and flour prices will rise.\n                         [2823]","T. J. writes that injuries sustained from falling off a horse prevent his\n                     travelling. Hugh Chisolm will be plastering the house and will need lime, sand,\n                     and a hand to help. He also expects Reuben Perry and James Hubbard to be\n                     witnesses during a coming court case.","Expresses regret at T. J.'s fall; suggests applications of flannel as remedy.\n                     Remittance to General Kosciuszko. T. J.'s intended journey to Bedford County.\n                         [1200]","Purchase of Mr. Gilmore's horse. Reference to T. J. Randolph.\n                         [1201]","Wheat and flour prices.  [2824]","Durrett, a carpenter, agrees to work for T. J. for one year and receive in\n                     payment £40, 450 pounds of pork and a peck of corn meal per week.","\"The whole crop of 1812 except the seed\" equaled 1096 barrels.\n                         [1202]","Note falling due. Wheat and flour prices.  [2825]","William Short's reply. Going to Bedford. To settle with Higginbotham on return\n                     about land matter.  [2826]","Payment of taxes in Bedford County through draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson,\n                     Richmond. Prospects of paying his account.  [1203]","Forwards a letter from Madame de Staël [not present].","Requesting a loan of 200 bricks, to be returned with those lent to Colonel\n                     Watts.  [1204]","T. J.'s bond to T. Gwathmey due for payment. Wheat and flour prices.\n                         [2827]","Carter B. Page holds T. J.'s bond in Richmond.  [1205]","Recommending that T. J. lease Hour mill to John Eliason since Mr. Shoemaker has\n                     broken his lease. No news of John Morton or General Kosciuszko.\n                         [1206]","Exchange of lands in Bedford and Campbell Counties for mutual benefit.\n                     Mentioned: John Gill, David Johnson, John H. Moreman, Samuel Poindexter, Daniel\n                     Robertson, and John Wayles. Witnessed by Lemuel Johnson, Jeremiah A. Goodman,\n                     Nirwood Daniel, Stephen Butler, and Lilbourn Johnson.  [1207]","Subscribers beside T. J. for raising an Albemarle Company included: Charles\n                     Bankhead, R. M. Bell, J. Bishop, Chiles M. Brand, Peter Carr, G. Carr, John\n                     Craven, Charles Day, Dixon Dedham, James Dinsmore, George Divers, Charles\n                     Everette, James Garnett, Alexander Garrett, Elijah Garth, John M. Guy, John\n                     Kelly, William Kelly, Samuel Leitch, Reuben Mansfield, Wilson Medearis, Thomas\n                     J. Randolph, William Watson, John Wayman, John Winn.  [1208]","Account rendered to T. J. for wheat and flour. Terms for grinding wheat.\n                         [1209]","Account of tobacco sold to Samuel J. Harrison in 1812.  [1210]","T. J.'s descriptions of plans for designing, building and planting vegetable\n                     gardens at Monticello.","Orders to Leitch for a cross-cut saw, olive oil, hand irons, rice, and 4 yds.\n                     of diaper; three from T. J., one from T. J. Randolph, and one from Martha\n                     Randolph.  [1211]","[2829]","Asks protection from a petition presented to the legislature by the Rivanna\n                     Company for an enlargement of their powers. Threatens T. J.'s mill.\n                         [1212]","John Eliason requests interview regarding leasing of T. J.'s mills. References\n                     to General Kosciuszko, John Morton, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [1213]","Dick arrived via Lynchburg. Mr. Gibson and wheat. Tobacco at Lynchburg to Mr.\n                     Harrison. Mr. Perry too slow. Goodman's debts. Mentions Mr. Darnell. Richmond.\n                         [2830]","Cork tree from Paris. Olives from Aix, sainfoin from Malta, and acorns from\n                     Marseilles African rice in Georgia and Kentucky. Household manufactures. Marine\n                     hospitals, seamen, Mr. Gallatin. Grain trade with enemies. War in Iberia\n                     Peninsula and the Baltic.  [2831]","Defense of T. J.'s rights against the petition of the Rivanna Company.\n                     References to [Philip P.?] Barbour and [Chapman] Johnson.\n                         [1214]","Difficulties in attempting to introduce new plants and trees: the cork tree,\n                     the olive tree of Aix, sainfoin, and upland rice. Development of cotton and\n                     cotton weaving. Household manufacture.  [1215]","Funds to credit of James Hamilton of Williamsboro, North Carolina, in Bank of\n                     Virginia. Mentions Mr. Gibson.  [2832]","Higginbotham, of Albemarle County, to pay Short, of Philadelphia, in U.S.\n                     dollars, through Bank of Richmond. Short assigns to Joseph and George [Marx?].\n                     Witnessed by Carter H. Harrison.  [2833]","Text as 2833; not assigned. Marked paid.  [2834]","Text as 2833; not assigned. Signature of David Higginbotham crossed out by\n                     Short, who notes on verso, 1816 May 4, that the obligation was satisfied with\n                     land found outside the Indian Camp estate limits.  [2835]","Mr. T Taylor, presumably for Mr. Gallego, offers to buy land from T. J. Edmund\n                     Randolph at Winchester. Mr. Randolph's boat to bring powder.\n                         [2836]","Services by Cabell, [P. P.?] Barbour, and [Chapman] Johnson in the Virginia\n                     legislature in defense of T. J.'s rights against the bill petitioned by the\n                     Rivanna Company. Action in the Senate and House of Delegates. Use of T. J.'s\n                     canal by the company and exemption of T. J.'s and his customer's produce from\n                     tools were involved.  [1216]","Sends Squire for garden seeds. Invitation to visit. Delayed at Woodlawn by Mrs.\n                     [David] Pryor's illness.  [1217]","Requests that he bring a letter to attention of Edmund Randolph. Offer for his\n                     tenement excellent.  [1218]","Rent on the Indian Camp lands.  [2837]","Send seeds for vegetable and flower garden. Will call on Randolph on way to\n                     Bedford if road passable.  [1219]","Sends seed of broom and sprout kale plants.  [1220]","Letter for Edmund Randolph forwarded through Dr. Grayson. Randolph lives with\n                     son-in-law, Bennett Taylor.  [1221]","Debts of Hastings Marks. Bequests to children of Martha Jefferson Randolph.\n                     Thomas Jefferson Randolph, executor. Witnessed by William McLung, Hugh\n                     Chisholm, and E. Bacon.  [2838]","Scolding his grandfather for failing to write.  [1222]","Requests his aid in getting his title to Henderson land confirmed by Mrs.\n                     Thomas Hornsby, last of minor heirs of Bennett Henderson. William D. Meriwether\n                     has influenced Hornsby in this. Mentions Craven Peyton, William Pope Duval, and\n                     Gov. Christopher Greenup.  [1223]","Thanking him for a copy of his book, View of Massachusetts Proper.\n                         [1224]","William Marshall, hired by Mr. Taylor to handle Mazzei's affairs. T. J. and Mr.\n                     Randolph must sign bill. Flour prices.  [2839]","Letter of introduction for John Eliason, who is interested in managing T. J.'s\n                     mill.  [1225]","Encloses letter from George Williams of Baltimore with news of General\n                     Kosciuszko.  [1226]","Unable to make payment because he was caught by the blockade before the sale of\n                     his flour. Sale ordered through Patrick Gibson of Richmond. Export from Norfolk\n                     possible.  [1227]","T. J.'s arrangements for repayment of debt satisfactory. Attempts to run flour\n                     through Dismal Swamp may raise prices; large quantity in Richmond keeps price\n                     low.  [1228]","Bill of sale, drawn by William Marshall for Mr. Taylor, transferring Mazzei's\n                     lands, invalid, unless Mazzei U.S. citizen. Flour sale.  [2840]","Spinning machine.  [2841]","Negotiations on the exchange of T. J.'s land in Bedford for J. W. Eppes'\n                     Pantops near Monticello. If exchange be made, Eppes wishes land in Bedford in\n                     feesimple without reversionary claims. Resentment at T. J.'s favoring the\n                     Randolphs. Francis Eppes in school at Lynchburg, boarding with Seth Ward.\n                     President's majority in Congress. Failure of General Dearborn. Fever among the\n                     troops. Surrender of York (Toronto).  [1229]","Request for carp to stock his fish pond. Gift of a spinning-jenny. Plans for a\n                     visit at Snowden on way to Bedford County. Course of reading for James Lilburne\n                     Jefferson, Randolph's son. Suggestions for farming operations and crop\n                     rotation.  [1230]","Carp for T. J.'s fish pond. James Lilburne Jefferson to begin course of\n                     reading. Grateful for spinning jenny. Invitation to Anna Scott Marks to visit.\n                     T. J.'s farming methods too difficult.  [1231]","Mazzei's power of attorney acceptable to Mr. Taylor. Flour prices. Burr has\n                     powder; other powder from T. White.  [2842]","[Thomas Eston] Randolph to keep mill. Terms of tenancy.  [2843]","T. J.'s account with Barnes. Remittances received from Gibson \u0026\n                     Jefferson and sent to General Kosciuszko. Recommending John Eliason. References\n                     to George Williams, John Morton, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [1232]","Recommending T. J. charge General Kosciuszko one year's interest for services\n                     rendered in regard to public stock. Includes an account, 1809 to 1813.\n                         [1233]","Suggests a remittance might be made to General Kosciuszko through George\n                     Williams of Baltimore and Russell \u0026 Morton of Bordeaux without\n                     resorting to a bill of exchange. Present rate of exchange. Defeat of Bonaparte\n                     in Russia. Lawless division of Poland by Austria, Prussia, and Russia.\n                         [1234]","Wife grateful for gardening book; her illness. No woman available to learn to\n                     spin. Expects Anna Scott Marks for visit. James Lilburne Jefferson has joined\n                     the volunteers. No carp available. Will send for ram in cooler weather.\n                         [1236]","Importance of the rule that taxation and loans go hand-in-hand, so as not to\n                     alienate the land from the next generation. Money should be issued by the\n                     government, not by private banks. Reference to Francis Eppes.\n                         [1237]","Encloses sample of antimony found in neighborhood. (The antimony was sent to\n                     Correa de Serra).  [1238]","Method of remittance to General Kosciuszko: K. to draw a bill of exchange on\n                     Barnes.  [1239]","Encloses deed from Edmund Randolph, whose health is low. (He died 13 September\n                     1813).  [1240]","Sends girl to learn to use spinning jenny. Expects visit.\n                         [1241]","Expressing his thanks for a Republican oration sent to him by Dr. Romayne.\n                         [1242]","Progress of girl learning to spin. Plans for trip to Bedford, Snowden. Will\n                     send jenny.  [1243]","Sale of property of minor Henderson children to Craven Peyton was done without\n                     their knowledge or permission. Justifies his action regarding his wife, Frances\n                     Henderson Hornsby's share. Mentions Elizabeth Henderson, Charles Henderson,\n                     James L. Henderson, Joseph Hornsby, Christopher Greenup, and William\n                     Meriwether.  [1244]","Paid Mr. Hooe and Judge Holmes. Chocolate by mail. David Higginbotham paid.\n                     Forwards statement of sale to Mr. Taylor. Mr. Derieux, at Eagle Tavern, claims\n                     Mazzei's property.  [2844]","T. J. orders 25 pounds of brown sugar.","Judah's note discounted. No money from O. Philpotts for tobacco, although\n                     William Hay, Jr., sues.  [2845]","Asks financial help to be sent by Mr. Woods.  [2845-a]","Mr. Gamble wants to know about common on land in Richmond. Papers of James\n                     Buchanan and Col. Byrd, and Carter's deed.  [2846]","Requests loan of $40. Inquires about slave Fanny's progress in learning to\n                     spin.  [1245]","Borrowed money for Randolph Jefferson. Poor year for corn, wheat, and\n                     livestock. Progress of Randolph's slave in spinning. Advises that he wait to\n                     sell his wheat until winter drives off blockading ships.\n                         [1246]","Deed to Mr. Taylor when he returns from Springs.  [2847]","Recommends Joseph Dougherty for position with Smith. National Intelligencer\n                     subscription mentioning Mr. Gale. Regrets that Mrs. Smith had to leave country\n                     for city life.  [2848]","Thanking Jefferson for his aid in getting Minor the position of principal\n                     assessor.  [1247]","Sends draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. Last year's flour sold at low price\n                     due to blockade. Poor crops this year. Order for sugar, tea, molasses, and a\n                     clamp for a dry rubbing brush.  [1248]","Receipt of draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. Sending all articles except\n                     molasses.  [1249]","Religious questions.  [2848-a]","Apologizing for his inability to pay his bond. References to [Burgess] Griffin.\n                         [1267]","Sends spinning jenny. Plans for visit with Randolph. Mentions Henry Flood, Noah\n                     Flood, and the Gibsons.  [1250]","Opinions on government finance, taxes, and debts. Must defray the expenses of\n                     the war in our own time. Bank paper must be suppressed and the circulating\n                     medium restored to the nation. Detailed consideration of the rate of interest\n                     on government loans. Reference to Francis Eppes.  [1251]","Importance of loans and taxes going hand-in-hand. Paper money should be issued\n                     by government and backed by taxes, not by banks.  [1299]","Religious questions. Mentions Jesus, Richard Mott, Papists, Quakers,\n                     Presbyterians, Methodists, Baptists, Aristides, Cato, William Penn, John\n                     Tillotson, Euclid, geometry, and St. Athanasius.  [2848-b]","Requests hamper of charcoal to dry his malt.  [1252]","Preference for shorter term for senators. Conduct of Federalists in\n                     Massachusetts in this crisis. Her secession would be followed by humiliating\n                     return to the union.  [1253]","[2849]","Lease for people of Milton to cut firewood between Milton and Colle.\n                         [2852]","Drafts from Bedford to Brown and Robertson, sheriff of Bedford, Nimrod Darnell,\n                     and Jeremiah A. Goodman. Payments to Craven Peyton, David Higginbotham, William\n                     Garth (deputy sheriff of Albemarle) and Gales and Seaton (editors of National\n                     Intelligencer), Washington. Flour prices. Drought. Wheat, corn, tobacco.\n                     British blockade of Chesapeake Bay impossible to maintain in winter.\n                         [2850]","Remittances to General Kosciuszko. Purchase of exchange from George Williams.\n                     Payment of order to J. Smith.  [1254]","Attends to drafts. Encloses notes care of Mr. Higginbotham as mails\n                     undependable. Flour prices. Mr. H. paid for repairing T. J.'s watch.\n                         [2851]","Difficulties in purchasing a bill of exchange from George Williams on Russell\n                     \u0026 Morton.  [1255]","Originally enclosed with Barnes' letter to T. J. of 1813 November 10?\n                         [1070]","Opposition to re-establishment of the Bank of the U. S. Relative advantages of\n                     paper money and specie as media of exchange. General government should have\n                     sole right of establishing banks of discount for paper. Question of the public\n                     debt. References to Adam Smith and David Hume. (A cancelled paragraph dealing\n                     with the establishment of the Bank of the United States follows the first\n                     paragraph of this draft. It appears in none of the printed editions listed\n                     above.)  [1256]","Bill to extend powers of the Rivanna Co. Requests return of Say's\n                     Traité d'economie politique. References to Col. [Nimrod] Bramham,\n                     [George] Divers, and Dabney Minor.  [1257]","Purchase of bill of exchange from George Williams; acknowledgement by General\n                     Kosciuszko of money received from Russell \u0026 Morton.\n                         [1258]","Requests that he meet with Gov. Christopher Greenup to adjust the differences\n                     regarding confirmation of Frances Henderson Hornsby's deed for her share of the\n                     Bennett Henderson estate, a deed made while she was a minor. References to\n                     James L. Henderson, Eliza Henderson, Elizabeth Henderson, John Henderson, and\n                     Craven Peyton.  [1259]","Sends money. Flour prices.  [2853]","Bill concerning T. J. and the Rivanna River Co. will pass the Virginia\n                     Assembly. Disagrees with T. J. on the length of the charter. Prefers Jean\n                     Baptiste Say's book on political economy to Adam Smith's.\n                         [1260]","Acquaintance with José Correa da Serra. Receipt of Von Humboldt's books\n                     on astronomical observations and on New Spain. Revolutions in Latin America may\n                     lead to military despotisms. Important that American governments be separated\n                     from the \"broils of Europe\". Unprincipled policy of England has prevented a\n                     peaceful policy with the Indians. Brutalization and extermination of Indians\n                     compared to treatment of Ireland. British Arrowsmith and American Pike guilty\n                     of plagiarism. Delay in the publication of the journal of the Lewis and Clark\n                     expedition. Gift of tobacco seed to Von Humboldt.  [1261]","Books forwarded through General Moore. Reelection of Governor Barbour expected\n                     despite discontent throughout the state. Consultation with Charles Everett and\n                     Jesse W. Garth relative to the petition of the Rivanna River Co.\n                         [1262]","Remittance to General Kosciuszko via George Williams and Morton \u0026\n                     Russell is not possible. Congratulations on Thomas M. Randolph, Jr.'s safe\n                     return.  [1263]","T. J.'s note. Flour prices. Embargo has stopped West Indies trade.\n                         [2854]","Deposition denying knowledge of sale of her daughter's property to Craven\n                     Peyton by James L. Henderson until several years after the transaction.\n                         [1264]","Price of Mr. Forbes' wool-carding and cotton-carding machines.\n                         [1265]","Flour sales and w heat prices.  [2855]","Agreement between T. J. and the Rivanna Company directors that bill be passed.\n                     References to [Charles] Everett and E. Garth.  [1266]","Accounts of the milling of the Poplar Forest wheat crop.\n                         [1268]","Services rendered and medications prescribed. Patients include slaves Aggy,\n                     Maria, Ambrose, and Sally. Mentions Mr. Clay.  [2857]","Sends Elizabeth Henderson's deposition regarding the shares of the minor\n                     children of Bennett Henderson. Asks about John Henderson's mill race. Value of\n                     land mortgaged to Craven Peyton as security for property near Big Bone Lick,\n                     Ky., he purchased from James L. Henderson in Virginia. References to William\n                     Meriwether and Christopher Greenup.  [1269]","Regarding flour prices, and 100 barrels of flour T. J. has ready for sale.","Congratulates him on his edition of Justinian's  Institutes,  but wishes he had put his time into Bracton's  De Legibus Angliae.  Would like to see Blackstone's\n                     work supplemented by specification of particular cases of which his principles\n                     are the essence. Cannot give name of author of  Commentaries on Montesquieu  [Destutt de Tracy]; manuscript now in\n                     T. J.'s hands.  [1270]","Encloses letters written to John Wayles Eppes regarding public debt, banks, and\n                     money. Advises gradual reduction of paper money in Virginia. Favors division of\n                     state into hundreds or wards.  [1271]","Sends money. Flour prices and sales, some to Alexandria, Va.\n                         [2858]","Expresses limited approval of a state banking system. Voted for chartering Bank\n                     of Virginia. Restriction of the residence of a member of the House of\n                     Representatives to the district from which he was elected. Bill respecting the\n                     Rivanna River Company. Reasons for the division of state into wards.\n                         [1272]","Receipt of Say's Traité d'economie politique. Opinions as to whether\n                     states may prescribe any qualifications for members of Congress not contained\n                     in the Constitution. Line of demarcation between powers of the state and\n                     national governments. Maintains an interest in only two subjects: public\n                     education, and the division of counties into wards or hundreds.\n                         [1273]","Ellen Wayles Randolph's translation of letter. Martha's new daughter Septimia\n                     Ann. Children have whooping cough. Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. probably leaves in\n                     spring to campaign T. J. Randolph's girl friend at Warren. Mr. Gilmer's\n                     brothers well. Dr. Gilmer left Milton for place bought from Key near Mr. Minor.\n                         [2859]","Remittance through Patrick Gibson of Richmond. Instructions for sowing clover,\n                     shipment of beef and tobacco, rationing of salt. No flour sold. Orders to kill\n                     all dogs in excess of two, since they are taxable.  [1274]","Assembly's action on residence requirements for Congressmen. Passage of the\n                     Rivanna River Company bill in form agreed upon by T. J. and [Dabney] Minor.\n                     Bill to charter bank at Wheeling.  [1275]","Nail rod, corks, and powder by Mr. Johnson. Flour prices. T. J. accounts with\n                     Samuel P. Adams, James Brown, Jr., and Ignatius J. Dick.\n                         [2860]","Inability to make remittance to George Williams for General Kosciuszko.\n                         [1276]","Confidence in the credit of the Bank of Pennsylvania; opposes disposal of\n                     General Kosciuszko's bank stock. Beneficial results of banks overshadow their\n                     evils.  [1277]","Orders to convert Kosciuszko's stock in the Bank of Pennsylvania to government\n                     stock. Lack of confidence in banks. Failure of the Manhattan Bank.\n                         [1278]","T. J.'s note falls due. New one enclosed for signature. Prospect of peace and\n                     trade with Holland influence tobacco market, but not flour prices.\n                         [2861]","Conversion of General Kosciuszko's shares in the Bank of Pennsylvania to\n                     government stock. Remittance to General K. Importance of stopping the increase\n                     of banks. Effect of the failure of the Bank of Manhattan on other banks.\n                         [1279]","Note may not be received. Will pay anyway, renew new one when received. Flour\n                     prices. Encloses money.  [2862]","T. J.'s note to Craven Peyton for corn purchases. Will accept draft on Richmond\n                     or cash at Charlottesville.  [2863]","Return of T. J.'s letters on banking and finance which have been shown to\n                     William C. Rives, [John?] Tucker, Thomas Ritchie, and [John H.] Cocke.\n                         [1280]","Considers transfer of T. J.'s and General Kosciuszko's Bank of Pennsylvania\n                     stock into loan office certificates unwise.  [1281]","New procedure for handling T. J. s notes. Encloses notes. Flour sales.\n                         [2864]","T. J. thanks Breckenridge for a copy of his recently published book,  Views of Louisiana.  Says book is a \"valuable\n                     contribution towards the knowlege [sic] of a great country which nature has\n                     destined to become the most interesting portion of the western world.\" ","Mr. Cary [Wilson J. Cary? Wilson M. Cary?] not at home.  [1282]","Notes received. Encloses bank notes.  [2865]","Figures proving Bank of Pennsylvania stock is preferable to loan office\n                     certificates.  [1283]","Introducing the son of Dr. John D. Orr, a student of [Louis H.] Girardin.\n                         [1284]","More facts to prove it is preferable to keep General Kosciuszko's Bank of\n                     Pennsylvania stock rather than converting to government stock.\n                         [1285]","Offers to purchase a dark bay horse. Payment to be made after repeal of embargo\n                     permits sale of flour by Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. (Payment noted by Cocke's\n                     endorsement).  [1286]","Repeal of restrictions brought flour buyers. Awaiting armistice. Mr. Albert\n                     bought tobacco. Powder.  [2866]","T. J. discusses Tadeusz Kosciuszko's investments and the monetary situation of\n                     the United States.","Payment to General Armstrong for articles he forwarded for T. J. Madison has\n                     left for Montpellier. Reference to Mr. Harper and the Cossack dinners.\n                         [1287]","T. J. sympathizes on the death of a loved one and comments on his own losses.\n                     He mentions the invention of a vapor bath, and the rise of household industries\n                     necessitated by the War of 1812, rejoices in the downfall of Napoleon, predicts\n                     bankruptcy for England, and requests a botanical specimen for Correa de\n                     Serra.","Agrees to conversion of General Kosciuszko's shares of Bank of Pennsylvania\n                     stock into government stock. Requests letter of introduction to James Monroe or\n                     to William H. Crawford in order to get a bill of exchange for remittance to\n                     General Kosciuszko.  [1288]","Purchase of government stock for General Kosciuszko. Reference to the Bank of\n                     Columbia.  [1289]","Sends bank notes. Flour sales await armistice.  [2867]","Encloses John Henderson's quitclaim for Peyton's use in defending against\n                     Elizabeth Henderson's claim that Peyton purchased for T. J. lands of minor\n                     Henderson children without her knowledge or permission. Mentions James\n                     Henderson, Thomas Hornsby.  [2867-a]","T. J. asks Campbell if it is possible for the Treasury to arrange for Tadeusz\n                     Kosciuszko to receive payment of annual interest due him and interrupted\n                     because of the war.","Exchange of Kosciuszko's Bank of Pennsylvania stock for loan office\n                     certificates. Letter from Mr. Taylor regarding bank stock, government stock,\n                     and bills of exchange.  [1290]","Sale of Kosciuszko's bank stock; purchase of government stock.\n                         [1291]","Sale of Kosciuszko's Bank of Pennsylvania stock. Remittance to Kosciuszko.\n                     Barnes in debt to purchase the General's government stock.\n                         [1292]","Flour prices declining.  [2868]","Received and read Law's Second Thoughts on Instinctive Impulses. Agrees with\n                     his philosophy of morality in man. Wollaston's theory whimsical. Truth, love of\n                     God not foundations of morality as atheists, Deists virtuous men. Diderot,\n                     d'Alembert, d'Holbach, Condorcet examples. Taste, egoism also false. Helvetius\n                     quoted, refuted. Man's innate moral instinct true basis of morality. Education\n                     a corrective for its absence. Virtue conditioned by utility. Lord Kames, in\n                     Principles of Natural Religion, says the same.  [2868-a]","Bill for flour.  [1293]","Sale of Kosciuszko's bank stock finally completed. Remittance to the General\n                     through Baring Brothers of London. Difficult trip from Philadelphia.\n                         [1294]","Unable to meet payments since last year's flour unsold and bad drought this\n                     year. Peace orneutral commerce will help the growing crop. Plans tobacco crop.\n                     Mentions Patrick Gibson.  [1295]","Purchase of bill of exchange to send remittance to General Kosciuszko. Encloses\n                     account with T. J. Mentions Mr. Nourse.  [1296]","Originally enclosed with Barnes' letter to T. J. of the same date.\n                         [1070]","Originally enclosed with Barnes' letter to T. J. of 1814 June 27.\n                         [1070]","Patrick Gibson is remitting money due to Jeremiah A. Goodman through Robertson.\n                     Order for sugar.  [1297]","Hopes for payment from T. J. Will make remittance to Jeremiah Goodman.\n                         [1298]","Bowie \u0026 Kurtz' bill of exchange on William Murdock given to James\n                     Monroe to be transmitted to Baring Brothers for General Kosciuszko. Desire for\n                     peace among Federalists.  [1300]","Embargo and blockade prevent John Barnes from sending remittances to\n                     Kosciuszko. Insecurity of U.S. banks. Investment in Pennsylvania bank stock\n                     transferred to U.S. government loan. Peace between England and France. Great\n                     events at Paris. Mentions Mr. Morton, Boice \u0026 Kurtz, William Murdock of\n                     London, Messrs. Barings Brothers \u0026 Co. of London.\n                         [2868-b]","Remittances to Kosciuszko. Difficulties encountered and expenses incurred in\n                     conversion of Kosciuszko's bank of Pennsylvania stock into government stock.\n                     Notes that Kosciuszko's capital is increased but interest reduced by this\n                     transaction.  [1301]","Growth of Philadelphia. Criticism of a gentleman not named. Great Britain's\n                     jealousy of our liberty and wealth.  [1302]","Nail rod. T. J.'s account.  [2869]","Remittance to General Kosciuszko. Payment for his government stock. Result of\n                     the commissioners at Ghent awaited. Inability of Britain to subjugate the\n                     United States. References to James Monroe, Mr. Pleisentson (of Mr. Monroe's\n                     office), and William H. Crawford.  [1303]","Visit from Mr. Taylor. Mr. S.'s house has fallen under the hammer of the\n                     auctioneer. Outcome of the war. Reference to Etienne Le Maire.\n                         [1304]","Unable to pay for horse by order on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson because flour\n                     not sold. Hopes for peace.  [1305]","Charles L. Lewis' deed.  [2870-a]","Meeting of the committee consisting of John Winn, James Leitch, John Nicholas,\n                     [Frank] Carr, and Alexander Garrett, for viewing sites for Albemarle Academy.\n                         [1306]","Recollections of Patrick Henry. Topics: Loan Office scandal, Journals of House\n                     of Burgesses, Address to King, Memorials to Houses of Lords and Commons, Stamp\n                     Act, Royle's Virginia Gazette, Parson's Cause, Two-penny Act, Resolutions of\n                     1765, T. J.'s revision of Virginia laws, Philips case, proposals for dictator.\n                     Names: John Robinson, James Maury, John Camm, Richard Bland, Nathaniel West\n                     Dandridge, John Littlepage, John Marshall, John Daly Burke, Peyton Randolph,\n                     Peter Randolph, George Wythe, Edmund Pendleton, Robert Carter Nicholas, Henry\n                     Lee, Richard Henry Lee, John Page, George Mason, George III of England, Edmund\n                     Randolph, Josiah Philips, Thomas L. Lee, John Taylor of Caroline, Andrew Moore,\n                     Edward Stevens. Places: Hanover, Williamsburg, Dismal Swamp, Staunton,\n                     Fredericksburg.  [2871]","Requesting remittance from T. J. to cover installment due on General\n                     Kosciuszko's government bonds. Defense of Washington against the British.\n                         [1307]","Requests papers regarding Elizabeth Henderson's dower rights in the Bennett\n                     Henderson estate, especially with regard to John Henderson's mill race. Needs\n                     to repel fraudulent claim of [David] Michie. Mentions James L. Henderson and\n                     Christopher Greenup.  [1308]","Depositions in the question between T. J. and [David] Michie. Flood damage\n                     suffered by Peter Carr, Samuel Carr, and Peter Minor. Danger to Washington.\n                     Hopes for peace.  [1309]","Impossible to send funds North. Transactions with Mr. Dufief and Mr. Barnes.\n                     Mr. Johnson brings cotton and castings. Nail rod. Mr. Randolph to send\n                     earthenware.  [2872]","Failure of Patrick Gibson to remit to Barnes in time to make payment on General\n                     Kosciuszko's government stock. Retreat of our army from Bladensburg through\n                     Washington and Georgetown. President's encouragement of troops. Barnes deserted\n                     by Mrs. Ratcliffe and the slaves.  [1310]","Request for money. (Endorsed by T. J.: \"gave ord. on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson\n                     for 50 D.\")  [1311]","Order on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson of Richmond.  [1312]","Requesting that Roland Goodman be excused from military duty because of\n                     consumption.  [1313]","Plans for public education throughout the state providing elementary schools\n                     for all, with general college and professional schools for scholars. Elaborate\n                     discussion of the curriculum for Albemarle Academy.  [1314]","T. J. comments on Wayles' health and then discusses the progress of the war,\n                     concluding by saying that \"our people are too happy at home to enter into\n                     regular service, and that we cannot be defended but by making every citizen a\n                     soldier as the Greeks \u0026 Romans who had no standing armies.\"","Preparations for defense of Richmond against the British. Lack of money in\n                     treasury at Washington and Richmond. Loans from Bank of Virginia and from the\n                     Farmers' Bank to the state. Stopping of specie payment in these banks. Suggests\n                     Colonel Nicholas as next governor.  [1315]","Congress should have sole right of emission of paper money, based on taxation.\n                     But approves state auditors issuing certificates of indebtedness which will\n                     pass as currency until Congress shall undertake these measures.\n                         [1316]","Wishes loan extension to cover taxes in Bedford. Credit of bank paper doubtful.\n                     Merchant support might help. Jugs from Mr. R. Randolph and glass from Capt.\n                     Oldham. Oil and corks from Gibson. Mentions Hour, wheat, and tobacco. Trip to\n                     Bedford.  [2872-a]","Disapproves of depositing in the bank money from sale of glebe lands and from\n                     the Literary Fund.  [1317]","Note received and enlarged. System of curtailing notes ended, but doubtless\n                     soon resumed. Bank measures necessary, merchants doing everything possible.\n                     Encloses money. Will send supplies by Johnson, pay Mr. Oldham for glass.\n                         [2873]","Regulations proposed for Albemarle Academy regarding tardiness, recitations,\n                     deportment, morals, and property damage.  [1318]","Banking crisis due to failure of Northern and Southern banks to cooperate.\n                     Failure of the late public loan. Confidence in final victory. Good fortune in\n                     transferring General Kosciuszko's bank stock into government stock.\n                         [1319]","Copy sent to Joseph C. Cabell with letter of 1814 October 16. Opinions on what\n                     should be our object in the war with Great Britain. Paper money emissions.\n                         [1320]","Encloses copy of letter to James Madison regarding public finance.\n                         [1321]","Issuing of state certificates to bolster public credit.  [1322]","Endorsed by T. J. Printed: B of R VI 89 (MS. in DLC). Payment for horse.\n                     Expects long war. Reliance on militia.  [1323]","Renewal of a note. Letter forwarded to T. J. through Samuel J. Harrison.\n                         [1324]","Encloses note for renewal. Forwards copy to Bedford by Samuel J. Harrison.\n                     Drafts will be paid on presentation.  [2874]","Enclosing an account with balance due the Mitchells.  [1325]","Will pay draft on Patrick Gibson to Mr. Clayter. Requests payment of account if\n                     possible.  [1326]","Spectacles from Mr. McAlister in Philadelphia.  [2875]","Inability to go to school. Wishes to see T. J.  [1327]","Letter for Dr. Caspar Wistar. Hopes Gilmer will live permanently in Virginia\n                     where he will be without rivals in public life.  [1328]","T. J. resigns as Chairman of the American Philosophical Society \"for in truth I\n                     cannot be easy in holding as a sinecure an honor so justly due the talents and\n                     services of others.\"","Mitchell's terms, per John McAllister, for grinding Jefferson's wheat.\n                         [1329]","Copy of letter from Baring Brothers \u0026 Co., London, acknowledging\n                     acceptance of a bill of exchange on William Murdock in favor of General\n                     Kosciuszko. Barnes hopes the national credit will be upheld.\n                         [1330]","Dr. Brockenbrough and John Harvie's note. No money from O. Philpotts. Tobacco\n                     and flour prices.  [2876]","Jacquelin Harvie paid John Harvie's note.  [2877]","Scrip certificates left with [Joseph] Nourse to purchase government stock.\n                     Requests power of attorney to receive dividends.  [1331]","John Harvie's payment. Tobacco and wheat. Ghent negotiations indicate Great\n                     Britain to accept peace. Judgments against O. Philpotts. Directs payment to\n                     Jeremiah Goodman at Poplar Forest near Lynchburg.  [2878]","Tracy's work on political economy. Possible solutions of the problems of\n                     financing the state government: loan from the Farmer's Bank;; issuance of\n                     treasury notes by the state; or a private loan by citizens. Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph's petition to open the falls near Milton and charge tolls on traffic\n                     conflicts with the Rivanna River Charter. References to Charles Yancey and\n                     William Wood.  [1332]","Asks that watch and dog be sent by Stephen. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [1333]","Dick leaves for Monticello with supplies, wheat for mill. Wheat prices for Mr.\n                     Mitchell. Phill Hubbard at Poplar Forest, perhaps to marry Hanna. Farm\n                     business. Mentions Mr. Darnell, Lewis Brown, Mr. Clarkson, and Mr. Cole.\n                         [2879]","Proposed course of classical education for Albemarle Academy.\n                         [1334]","[2880]","Paper money. Destutt de Tracy's Review of Montesquieu. Jean Baptiste Say plans\n                     to come to the U. S. Sends papers regarding petition of Albemarle Academy and\n                     on public education throughout the state. Defensive war with the Rivanna Co.\n                     Mentions Peter Carr, Thomas Cooper, William Duane, Francis W. Gilmer, [Joseph]\n                     Milligan, printer of Georgetown, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and William Cabell\n                     Rives.  [1335]","Receipt of hogs and wheat very unsatisfactory. Sends plows, bottled beer, and\n                     wool by Dick. Urges better care of his sheep. Mr. Watkins to make a wheat\n                     machine for T. J. Intermarriage among T. J.'s slaves. Phill not to be punished\n                     for running away. Urgent that tobacco be sent to Richmond. References to\n                     [William] Mitchell, [Archibald] Robertson, and to the following slaves: Phill,\n                     Hanah, Dick, Nanny, Reuben, Daniel, and Stephen.  [1336]","Payment to T. J. Randolph. Flour and tobacco sales. Hopes British will not\n                     delay treaty to get part of Maine.  [2881]","Public stock in T. J.'s name belonging to General Kosciuszko.\n                         [1337]","Thanks for Plumer's pamphlet. Treasonable action of Massachusetts.\n                         [1338]","Severe attack of rheumatism. Requests supply of port or claret. Copy of his\n                     will, dated 16 January 1815. Property to his wife, Hetty Smith Carr, for life,\n                     then divided among his children at her discretion. Specific bequests to his\n                     sisters Cary Carr, Mary Carr, to his nieces, Martha, Lucy Ann, Virginia, and\n                     Mary Jane Terrell, brothers, Samuel Carr and Dabney Carr, step-son, George P.\n                     Stevenson, son, Dabney Carr, nephew, Dabney Terrell. Recommends the advice of\n                     Wilson C. Nicholas. Witnessed by Christopher Hudson, Dabney Minor, and Virginia\n                     Terrell. Memorandum attached concerning sum owed by Robert Carter Nicholas and\n                     provisions for adjustment of estate between Ellen B. Carr, Dabney S. Carr, Jane\n                     M. Carr, and George P. Stevenson.  [1339]","Presents compliments. Requests an enclosed letter [not present] be\n                     delivered.","Sending Squire for dog. Requests return of his watch. Asks for scions of fruit\n                     trees and for vegetable seeds. Expects to be summoned in [Thomas Mann?]\n                     Randolph and Craven Peyton's suit.  [1340]","Sending watch, dog, vegetable seeds. Directions for the vegetables. Peace\n                     confirmed. Effect on wheat, tobacco, and corn prices.  [1341]","Sends T. J.'s lenses with Clay's spectacles. Victory at New Orleans.\n                         [2883]","Petition regarding the setting up of an academy in Albemarle County; possible\n                     effect on the College of William and Mary. Hopes it will induce such men as\n                     Jean Baptiste Say to reside in Virginia. Disposition of his slaves from\n                     Corotoman taken by the British. References to Dr. [Charles?] Carr, Peter Carr,\n                     Admiral Cockburn, John A. Smith, Destutt de Tracy, David Watson, and Charles\n                     Yancey.  [1342]","Believes T. J. has become Secretary of State again. Requests interest due him,\n                     and principal after formal peace with England. Advises establishment of a\n                     military college to insure republican spirit necessary for a free state.\n                         [2883-b]","Bedford County tax receipts, by William Salmon for Greer.\n                         [1343]","Pleasure over the victory of New Orleans and the Peace of Ghent. Mentions the\n                     treason of William Hull, Dearborn's victories at York and Fort George. Apostasy\n                     of Massachusetts in forsaking the counsel of the two Adams for that of Strong.\n                     Hopes for visit from Dearborn and Caesar Rodney.  [1344]","Sends money. Flour sales. Northern and European markets. Ship from France\n                     ruined Havana market. Shadwell flour. None from Bedford. Tobacco prices.\n                         [2884]","Ellen's visit to Warren delayed by death of a horse. Mrs. Marks' visit to\n                     Randolph Jefferson.  [1345]","Charles Lewis Bankhead and Anne Cary Bankhead, to John Bankhead, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., and Reuben Lindsay, all of Albemarle County. Witnessed by Edmund\n                     Bacon, W. Ballard, Robin Goodman, and T. J. Randolph. Recorded 1 May 1815 and\n                     again 5 August 1822 by Alexander Garrett, Clerk of Albemarle, and 12 August\n                     1822 by John Pendleton, Clerk of Caroline. Deed of trust to tract of land\n                     called Carlton and to 37 slaves, and cattle, hogs, furniture, and dwelling; to\n                     be used to pay the creditors of Anne C. and Charles L. Bankhead, and thereafter\n                     for the maintenance of Anne and Charles. Mentions John Kelly, James Leitch,\n                     Molly Lewis, Robert Streshly, and John J. Taylor.  [1346]","Witnessed by Robin Goodman, Edmund Bacon, and W. Ballard. Recorded 1 May 1815\n                     by Alexander Garrett, Clerk of Albemarle County Court. Deed to land in\n                     Albemarle County, to be held in trust by Bankhead, Lindsay, and Randolph for\n                     the maintenance of Charles L. Bankhead, Anne C. Bankhead, and their children.\n                         [1347]","Arrival of Anna Scott Marks. Sale of land to Charles A. Scott to pay off debts.\n                     Will send fish when possible. Visit of Thomas J. Randolph and young Wilson\n                     Nicholas.  [1348]","Papers on Scott served to Bedford sheriff. Tobacco to Richmond, except that for\n                     Lynchburg sale. Wheat sales to pay Mr. Mitchell.  [2885]","Account for 1814 May 12-1815 April 8. Originally enclosed with Barnes' letter\n                     to T. J. of 1815 May 25.  [1070]","Remittances to General Kosciuszko via Baring Brothers, London. Prefers English\n                     bills of exchange. Hopes the arranging and packing of T. J.'s library is\n                     completed.  [1349]","T. J. writes to Patrick Gibson regarding the sale of tobacco which T. J. has recently learned \"sells high and readily\"; he asks Gibson to sell his \n              tobacco \"as soon as you think advisable.\" As for the sale of his flour, T. J. suggests it is \"best to give time for the European vessels which would \n              not adventure to sail until they learnt there our ratification of the treaty, to arrive and produce here a full competition of demand\" which he thinks will \n              happen in May. T. J. asks Gibson to sell the flour \"for whatever price shall then be going\" unless Gibson receives a comparable price before then. T. J. \n              states that he will \"in the course of the present week or next\" send Gibson $2000 of Treasury notes. T. J. closes with expressions of esteem and \n              respect.  [1345]","Collection of T. J.'s order on the Treasury. Purchase of set of exchange on\n                     London to pay Kosciuszko. Rates of exchange.  [1350]","Account for 1814 May 25-1815 April 26. Originally enclosed with Barnes' letter\n                     to T. J. of 1815 May 25.  [1070]","Originally enclosed with Barnes' letter to T. J. of 1815 May 25.\n                         [1070]","Encloses money. Flour sold to Tarleton Saunders. Tobacco sales.\n                         [2886]","Opinion reconsidered in case of Josiah Philips. Outlawry, attainder, immunity.\n                         [2887]","Refers to error in accounts, bond left by Mr. Garland. Will consult papers at\n                     home.  [1352]","Money remitted to Jeremiah A. Goodman. Glad the error in Griffin's bond\n                     discovered.  [1353]","Remittance sent to General Kosciuszko, a bill of exchange of Bowie \u0026\n                     Kurtz on William Murdock. Comments on Bonaparte's counter-revolution.\n                         [1354]","Overseer for Poplar Forest.  [1355]","In Archibald Robertson's absence, he has exchanged T. J.'s Treasury bills for\n                     Virginia bills, a few of which not current. Mentions Jeremiah A. Goodman.\n                         [1356]","Requests exchange of Treasury bills for Virginia bills at par so he can pay his\n                     neighbors who refuse to accept Treasury bills at par. Jeremiah A. Goodman\n                     mentioned.  [1357]","Appreciates attention to his request. Reserves privilege of returning any bank\n                     notes unacceptable to creditor; sends Treasury notes by Jeremiah A. Goodman.\n                         [1358]","Sends bills in return for treasury bills brought by Jeremiah A. Goodman:\n                     Virginia bills, Lank of Columbia, Bank of Alexandria, all pass currently, and a\n                     few others refused only by planters.  [1359]","Financial arrangements with Mr. [Charles] Clay and Gibson \u0026 Jefferson.\n                     Joel Yancey to superintend T. J.'s overseers.  [1360]","Victory at New Orleans proves popular support for Union there and in Kentucky,\n                     and Tennessee. Andrew Jackson's threatened removal: rule of law versus national\n                     survival. Bonaparte an usurper, Bourbons expelled, but people must rule. U.S.\n                     maxim not to meddle in European affairs. U.S. system distinct in interests, but\n                     connected in commerce. England governed by merchants, not by common sense. Will\n                     not permit U.S. to remain at peace, but will renew Orders in Council, resume\n                     impressment, force war on U.S. as they forced France to become nation of\n                     soldiers. Mr. and Mrs. Divers well. Peas in. Monticello family well. T. J.\n                     Randolph's marriage. Peter Carr's death. Mentions Mr. and Mrs. Peachy Gilmer.\n                         [2888]","Acknowledges draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. Congratulates T. J. on fact\n                     that Joel Yancey will superintend his affairs.  [1361]","His dismissal. Refers to Mr. Yancey. Wheat, oats, tobacco on own farm.\n                         [2889]","Requests return of gig harness. Mentions Anna Scott Marks.\n                         [1362]","Harness worn out, sends another replacing it. Regrets Martha Carr's death.\n                         [1363]","Notes involving T. J., Benjamin Jones, John Vaughan, and John Harvie. Flour\n                     sales. Shipments from Shadwell and Bedford. Johnson brings cotton.\n                         [2890]","Plans for education of Francis Eppes. Good corn and wheat crops.\n                         [1364]","Harry will bring cotton instead of Mr. Johnson.  [2890-a]","Rhode Island Resolutions, mentioning Richard Henry Lee, Francis Lightfoot Lee,\n                     John Adams, Thomas Johnson, Edmund Randolph, William Fleming, John Fleming,\n                     John Robinson, Peyton Randolph, Edmund Pendleton, George Wythe, and Richard\n                     Bland. Virginia aristocracy isolated from European society. Wild Irish in\n                     Valley of Virginia between Blue Ridge and northern mountains. Social strata:\n                     aristocrats, half-breeds, pretenders, yeomanry, overseers. Bland's pamphlet,\n                     Dickinson's Letters from a Pennsylvania Farmer. Allows quotes in loan office,\n                     Josiah Philips cases, hut not on Henry and Lee addresses. Benjamin Harrison,\n                     Robert C. Nicholas gave some information. T. J. role in Burgesses session\n                     welcoming Lord Botetourt. T. J. prepared answer in 1775 to Lord North's\n                     propositions at session called by Lord Dunmore. Mr. Nicholas represented James\n                     City County at Williamsburg. T. J. first met Patrick Henry in 1759-60 at\n                     Nathaniel West Dandridge's, whose sister Mrs. Spotswood married John Campbell.\n                         [2891]","To her dear uncle. Failure to hear from T. J. or Martha Randolph. Her recent\n                     marriage. Request that he send money by Mr. Woods.  [1365]","Randolph Jefferson dying, perhaps willing estate to wife, Mitchie B. Pryor\n                     Jefferson.  [2892]","Will have depositions taken, leaving nothing to [David] Michie's honesty.\n                     Republicans pray for success of France. Reports of Wellington's victory.\n                         [1366]","Buckingham court business requiring T. J.'s attention. Illness in family.\n                         [2887-a]","T. J. gives Milligan directions for mailing a shipment of books.","Request that Clay visit Poplar Forest amidst the noise of hammers, saws, and\n                     planes.  [1367]","Will attend to draft. Sends note for renewal. Flour and wheat prices. Tobacco\n                     prices high despite news from England.  [2893]","Timber sawed for T. J.  [1368]","Originally enclosed with Barnes' letter to T. J. of 1815 November 18.\n                         [1070]","In suit between Mitchie B. Jefferson, widow of Randolph Jefferson, and Thomas\n                     Jefferson, Robert Lewis Jefferson, Field Jefferson, Isham Randolph Jefferson,\n                     and James Lilburne Jefferson, sons of said Randolph Jefferson. Declaration\n                     regarding his part in writing Randolph Jefferson's first will, and his belief\n                     that it was not Randolph's intention to change that will while in sound and\n                     healthy mind. Debts run up by Mrs. Jefferson, by writing forged orders.\n                     Mentions Mr. Moon and Mr. Johnson, storekeepers; Zachariah Pryor; Anna Scott\n                     Marks.  [1369]","Requests reply to 1815 August 28, (Patrick Gibson to T. J.), which is copied on\n                     verso.  [2894]","Introducing Arthur Hopkins, grandson of sister Judith. His suit against Colonel\n                     James settled out of court.  [1370]","Recommendations, with reservations, of Dr. Jennings' steam bath. Printed in a\n                     pamphlet on the nature of the remedy effected by these steam baths, with\n                     letters and certificates of recommendation from many notables.\n                         [1371]","Bill for medical services.","Note, as Jefferson's agent, for $97.75 (paid 29 April 1816).\n                         [1372]","Renewal of his note. Sheriff's call for taxes soon to be met.\n                         [1373]","Directions for packing and shipping time-piece to Gibson \u0026 Jefferson;\n                     expenses to be paid by [John] Vaughan. Requests one of Patterson's artificial\n                     horizons made of platinum.  [1374]","Mortification of Federalists at ridiculous issue of Hartford Convention.\n                         [1375]","Loan from the bank to pay taxes in Bedford County.  [1376]","Receipt of T. J.'s letter regarding Roane's opinion in case of Martin vs.\n                     Hunter. Expresses respect for T. J.'s opinion as a real authority.\n                         [1377]","Charles Bankhead a drunkard. Recommendations for possible treatment. References\n                     to Martha Randolph, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and to Anne Randolph Bankhead.\n                         [1378]","Renewal of his notes. Payment provided through flour from his mill and tobacco\n                     from Bedford. Payment of taxes to Clifton Harris, sheriff. Remittance to Joseph\n                     Milligan, bookseller. Order for cask of Lisbon, bale of cotton.\n                         [1379]","Cider. Corn prices at Richmond. Sharp and Mr. Craven sold corn. Mr. Randolph\n                     urges buying wheat. Mr. Ham.  [2895]","Bond for $5500. Payment of $2750 plus interest noted on verso. 15 November\n                     1816.  [1380]","Remittances to General Kosciuszko delayed by his moving to Switzerland.\n                     Reference to Baring Brothers \u0026 Co.  [1381]","Observations made at the Peaks of Otter. Sends paper mullberries, charming near\n                     a porch for dense shade. Mentions [Bowling?] Clarke.  [1382]","Unidentified sick boy.  [2896]","Continuation of Francis Eppes' education in French and Latin at Monticello.\n                         [1383]","Order on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson covers payment to Joel Yancey, Jeremiah A.\n                     Goodman, and Mr. Cooney.  [1384]","Solicits Cabell's aid for claim of Capt. Joseph Miller, formerly of England,\n                     who prays confirmation of the will of his half-brother, Thomas Reed. Asks also\n                     the aid of Thomas W. Maury and Mr. Baker. Disapproves seizure of Miller's funds\n                     by the Literary Fund.  [1385]","Account with Dawson, mentions Edmund Bacon and John Bacon. Payment by draft on\n                     Richmond or cash. Partnership with John Watson.  [2897]","College to be governed by a Board of Visitors who will appoint a treasurer and\n                     proctor, establish professorships, lay down rules of government and discipline,\n                     fix fees, and in general do what they deem necessary and proper. (Act was\n                     adopted February 1816).  [1386]","Household costs.  [2898]","Wine sent while in Washington. Mr. Penn's fox grape cuttings to be sent care of\n                     William F. Gray, Fredericksburg, to Milton.  [2899]","Expects no opposition to Mr. Miller's petition. Some resistance to the bill for\n                     establishing Central College. Questioning of powers given the professors to\n                     imprison students. Possibility of a school for the deaf and dumb, taught by a\n                     Mr. Braidwood, to be attached to the college. Recommends enlisting the\n                     cooperation of Chapman Johnson, William G. Poindexter, Edward Watts and John W.\n                     Green of the Senate. References to [Peter] Carr, [Thomas W.] Maury, and\n                     [Charles] Yancey.  [1387]","Remittance to General Kosciuszko, possibly through Baring Brothers.\n                         [1388]","Objections to the Central College bill. Papers in Captain Miller's case with\n                     respect to the Reed estate. Copy of the bill to prevent obstructions in the\n                     navigable watercourses of Virginia. Appropriations for Literary Fund and for\n                     endowment of a professorship for teaching the deaf and dumb. Dr. Smith asks\n                     recommendation of a textbook on the principles of government for use at William\n                     and Mary. References to Chapman Johnson, John Locke, Jean Jacques Rousseau,\n                     Jean Baptiste Say, and Charles Yancey.  [1389]","Requests permission to publish T. J.'s letter to Peter Carr regarding the\n                     establishment of Central College. Possible locations: Charlottesville,\n                     Staunton, or Lexington. Move to shift seat of government to Staunton.\n                     References to [Charles F.] Mercer.  [1390]","Matters concerning Central College; duties of its Proctor; public school\n                     system; disapproves of connection of Mr. Braidwood's school for the deaf and\n                     dumb with the college; refuses to write about Central College to gentlemen\n                     named, because his correspondence too burdensome.  [1391]","Draft on Gibson in favor of T. J. Randolph, to be paid for by the sale of\n                     flour.  [1392]","If Louis Girardin's continuation of John Burk's history does not contain T.\n                     J.'s account of Dabney Carr, Sr., (writer's father), will turn it over for\n                     William Wirt's book. Proposed inscription for Carr's tombstone left in Philip\n                     Mazzei's book.  [1393]","Encloses conveyances for which Joseph Miller's bill is hung up.\n                         [1394]","Thanks Jackson for kind words in letter to George Ticknor. T. J. sending\n                     Jackson letters to Ticknor, and Mr. Appleton, Consul at Leghorn. Dabney Terrell\n                     of Kentucky will deliver T. J.'s letters to Jackson on his way to Geneva.\n                         [2900]","Encloses list of acts and journals, copies of which are in his library\n                     purchased by Congress. Comments on the bill on the obstruction in navigable\n                     waters. Hopes he can retain his canal. Recommends Destutt de Tracy's Review of\n                     Montesquieu, to John A. Smith as best elementary book on government. Central\n                     College Bill. Public school system for Virginia. Division of powers between\n                     federal, state, and local governments. Stresses dividing counties into wards,\n                     where every man may take active part in his government.  [1395]","Remittance to General Kosciuszko. Copy of letter from Kosciuszko to Barnes\n                     mentioning bills of exchange sent to Baring Brothers \u0026 Co.\n                         [1396]","Passage of bill for Central College, Mr. Miller's bill, and the bill respecting\n                     navigable waters. Reference to [John W.] Green.  [1397]","Sailing for France delayed by freezing of basin. [Thomas] Mann Randolph has\n                     promise of midshipman's warrant. Albert Gallatin's letters expected. Governor\n                     of Pennsylvania does not intend demanding him. Mentions Mr. Stevenson and\n                     Martha T. Randolph.  [1398]","Attempts to get money from father's estate so far unsuccessful. Has rented\n                     ferry; wishes to rent part of Snowden. Plans to travel west. Step-mother,\n                     Mitchie B. Jefferson, has removed to mother's house. Enclosures: two bills for\n                     cloth and stockings from James Leitch and Bramham \u0026 Jones, one endorsed\n                     by T. J.: \"J Lilburne Jefferson.\"  [1399]","Passage of Captain Miller's bill and of bill respecting navigable water;\n                     rejection of lottery bill to purchase Triplett Estis' property. Possible\n                     appropriation of U. S. surplus to Literary Fund. Modifications in Central\n                     College Bill respecting powers of college proctor, glebe lands, and the\n                     Literary Fund. Translation of Jean Baptiste Say's Traité d'economie\n                     politique. Mentions William Cabell, John W. Green, Chapman Johnson, Thomas W.\n                     Maury, and Wilson C. Nicholas.  [1400]","Teneriffe wine from Dr. Fernandes, through Fox and Richardson, by Mr. Gilmer's\n                     boat.  [2901]","High rates of exchange prevent a remittance to Kosciuszko.\n                         [1401]","Publication of T. J.'s letter to Peter Carr. Appropriation of Virginia's U. S.\n                     Government stock to education. Presbyterians in Lexington and Scotch-Irish in\n                     Staunton will object to Albemarle as site for university since they hope to\n                     move seat of government to Staunton. Washington College at Lexington the\n                     bantling of the Federalists. Trouble with Colonel Monroe about caucus for an\n                     electoral ticket. References to Wilson C. Nicholas and [Charles F.] Mercer.\n                         [1402]","Statement to balance due T. J. (from Scott?) after payment of land tax in\n                     Campbell County.  [1403]","Recommending that he translate Jean Baptiste Say's Traité d'economie\n                     politique. Mentions Destutt de Tracy's Review of Montesquieu and William Duane.\n                         [1404]","Documents he worked out regarding Louisiana boundaries from the Perdido to the\n                     Rio Bravo is now in his library, recently purchased by Congress. A copy is in\n                     the State Department files; and the Virginia Argus printed a statement similar\n                     to this. A manuscript history of the settlement of the country by Bernard de la\n                     Harpe, proving the French claims to the Bravo as opposed to the Spanish, is in\n                     the State Department files. Manuscript found in possession of the family of the\n                     late Governor Messier. Mentions [Thomas?] Cooper, St. Denys Crosat.\n                         [1405]","Jefferson's man, Moses, at Farley's with broken leg. Cannot be moved.\n                         [1406]","Flour prices. Tobacco sales.  [2902]","Tobacco prices. Flour prices Sales to P. F. Smith, John M. Warwick and William\n                     Gilliat.  [2903]","Presentation of money to Ellen Randolph. Purchase of stock in the Farmer's and\n                     Mechanic's Bank from its cashier, C. Smith, for General Kosciuszko. Remittance\n                     to the General. Reference to Joseph Nourse.  [1407]","Originally enclosed with Barnes letter to T. J. of the same date.\n                         [1070]","Bill for bacon, corn, and carrying tobacco.  [1408]","Advantages of dividing counties into wards for administrative and educational\n                     purposes. Mentions letters to Joseph C. Cabell and John Adams.\n                         [1409]","Judge ill. Mr. Booker reported him unable to hold court to try Randolph\n                     Jefferson's will. All essential witnesses ready.  [1410]","Joel Yancey, overseer, statement of amount due Charles Clay, 27 April 1816.\n                         [1210]","Flour sales to William H. Hubbard and to Smith and Riddle. Mr. Warwick brought\n                     flour at Col. Randolph's instructions.  [2904]","American victory over English. T. J.'s and Addison's [sic] reputation high in\n                     Europe. Discusses state of Poland and Alexander I's failure to recreate old\n                     boundaries. At Soleure, Switzerland. Personal finances in U.S. England respects\n                     U.S., not Europe, whose ministers corrupt. English and French commerce.\n                         [2904-a]","Wine and macaroni from Stephen Cathalan at Marseilles.  [2905]","Sale of T. J.'s flour. Payment to Mr. Robertson and for taxes in Albemarle.\n                         [1411]","Invitation for peas and punch.  [2905-a]","Bill for medical services to slaves 1813-1816, totaling $151.\n                         [1412]","Bill of lading for wine and macaroni.","Sale of Kosciuszko's treasury notes and purchase of bank stock. Remittance to\n                     Kosciuszko delayed by high exchange rates. Banking services offered to Ellen\n                     Randolph. President Madison's visit to Annapolis and naval review. Mentions\n                     Dolly P. Madison.  [1413]","Goods from Stephen Cathalan on ship Five Sisters. Encloses bill of lading.\n                         [2906]","Describes trip through low countries and France. Education in Geneva with Marc\n                     Auguste Pictet. Report in Moniteur that Mexicans and South Americans losing.\n                     Desire to go to Spain. Regards to Martha Randolph.  [1414]","Maine's method of preparing hawthorne hedges is best. References to James\n                     Henderson, Isaac Newton, Dobson's Encyclopedia, and Lord Karmes' translation of\n                     Say's Traité d'economie politique. Implementation of General Assembly\n                     act requiring an accurate map of each county.  [1415]","Thanks for Maine's recipe for preparing hawthorn. Discussion of relative merits\n                     of hedgethorn, hawthorn, holly, pyracanthus, cedar for hedges. Translation of\n                     Say's  Traité d'economie politique. \n                     Recommends son of W. D. Meriwether for surveying (preparatory to\n                     Böÿe's  A Map of the State of\n                        Virginia  ).  [1416]","Encloses letter on his political ramblings.  [1417]","Remittance to General Kosciuszko. Mentions James Monroe.\n                         [1418]","Re Tadeusz Kosciuszko's account. Originally enclosed with\n                         [1420]","Originally enclosed with  [1420]","Jefferson asks Gelston, collector of the Port of New York, to ship a case of\n                     Barsac wine from Bordeaux to Richmond in care of Gibson \u0026 Jefferson.\n                     The wine was originally sent to New York by Consul John Martin Baker via the\n                     brig General Ward.","Superiority of thorn hedges. Surveying for the map authorized by the Assembly\n                     (Herman Böÿe's  A Map of the State of\n                        Virginia  ). Advisability of a convention to amend the Virginia\n                     Constitution, favored by westerners desiring to place the pecuniary burdens of\n                     government on the easterners and by Federalist bank stockholders wishing to\n                     charter fifteen banks. Books by Montesquieu, Destutt de Tracy, and Say as\n                     textbooks at William and Mary. References to Philip Doddridge, Mr. Meriwether,\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and John Augustine Smith.  [1419]","Account of General Kosciuszko's resources. Bill of exchange for the General\n                     sent to Baring Brothers \u0026 Co., London. Transferal of government stock\n                     into bank stock. Exchange bought from Smith \u0026 Riddle, Richmond, drawn\n                     by A. P. Heinrich, Baltimore, on John Rapp, London.  [1420]","Transfer of General Kosciuszko's government stock into bank stock.\n                         [1421]","Directors of Rivanna Company to discuss Shadwell Mills and lock. Mr.\n                     Meriwether's basin. To Bedford. Rivanna Company was authorized by Acts of\n                     Legislature, 1794, 1805, and 1806, to open Rivanna River to Milton, later to\n                     Moore's Ford opposite Charlottesville. T. J.'s dam blocks navigation; lock\n                     needed.  [2907]","Directors of Rivanna Company to discuss Shadwell Mills and lock. Mr.\n                     Meriwether's basin.","Returns Cabell's papers. Requests his letter be kept out of public papers.\n                         [1422]","Wirt's  Sketches of the life and character of Patrick\n                        Henry.  Henry did not read Livy annually. May have read some Greek\n                     and Roman history. Perhaps read Stith's History of the First Discovery and\n                     Settlement of Virginia. Professor at William and Mary College Richard Graham,\n                     not Greene. Henry counselor for Nathaniel West Dandridge, not James Littlepage.\n                     John Blair more important than Bolling Starke. To Bedford.\n                         [2908]","Jefferson writes concerning an invoice requested by Gelston, the collector of\n                     the port of New York. He sends some letters and papers, asks that some books be\n                     forwarded to Richmond, and promises to remit the cost of the books and some\n                     wine as soon as Gelston informs him of the amount.","Revisions for Wirt's  Sketches of the life and character\n                        of Patrick Henry.  To Albemarle.  [2909]","Questions concerning William Livingstone, U.S. House of Representatives, John\n                     Jay, Richard Henry Lee. Edward Foy was Lord Dunmore's secretary. Thomas Nelson\n                     President of Assembly at William Nelson's death in Hanover. William Henry and\n                     John Syme cowards. John Page, member of committee, thought Patrick Henry a\n                     coward. Committee of Safety refused commands to William Byrd and Henry.\n                     Distrust between Patrick Henry and Edmund Pendleton. Compares Demosthenes and\n                     Henry. Henry glad to leave Congress at Philadelphia. George Washington's\n                     military law.  [2910]","Have  Sketches of the life and character of Patrick\n                        Henry  miscarried?  [2911]","Difficulties in transferring Kosciuszko's stock into his own name. Request for\n                     powers of attorney from Kosciuszko and T. J. Collection of dividends from the\n                     Bank of Columbia.  [1423]","Manuscript received at Poplar Forest relates to time of T. J.'s service in\n                     Europe. Josiah Philips, Edmund Randolph, and Patrick Henry. St. George Tucker's\n                     Blackstone's Commentaries.  [2912]","Concerning Charles Bankhead's alcoholism and consequent insanity. His\n                     plantation going to ruin. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [1424]","Receipt of T. J.'s and Kosciuszko's powers of attorney. Remittance to\n                     Kosciuszko. Note forwarded to [Joseph] Milligan.  [1425]","Account.  [2913]","Jefferson writes concerning a cask of wine.","Old Virginia aristocracy preserved by entail. Wirt's  Sketches of the life and character of Patrick Henry  should not be\n                     retrenched. Quarterly reviews will attack it, but those in Edinburgh may\n                     defend. Critics will compare it with Plutarch and Nepos. Proper canons of\n                     criticism.  [2914]","Difficulties in replacing a protested bill of exchange sent to Kosciuszko.\n                     Transfer to Kosciuszko's name of his Bank of Columbia stock and government\n                     stock. Reference to Baring Brothers of London, Smith \u0026 Riddle of\n                     Richmond, and Buckley \u0026 Abbott of New York.  [1426]","Form for transfer of government stock and Bank of Columbia stock from T. J.'s\n                     name to Kosciuszko's. Bill of exchange, received from Smith \u0026 Biddle to\n                     replace one protested, on its way to Baring Brothers.  [1427]","Martin (slave) to stay at Monticello until skilled in turning wood. Health\n                     improving. Greetings from Martha Eppes.  [1428]","Will send deed.  [2915]","Jefferson authorizes Barnes to transfer to Tadeusz Kosciuszko \"all the stock of\n                     the United States standing to my credit on the books of the Treasury as well as\n                     all my shares in the Bank of Columbia.\"","Concerning T. J.'s effort to renew cordiality between James Monroe and Nicholas\n                     broken when Nicholas supported Madison for the presidency.\n                         [1429]","Orders needles.  [2916]","Cornerstone laid October 6, 1817.  [N-311, K-19]","Requests his attention to the petition of the Viscount Barziza, grandchild of\n                     Lucy Ludwell Paradise, for his share in her estate. Requests him to oppose\n                     Capt. [W. D.?] Meriwether's petition for turnpike from Rockfish Gap to Moore's\n                     Ford.  [1430]","Enclosing Barnes' account with Kosciuszko for the years 1815 and 1816, with his\n                     notes to Kosciuszko relative to the account.  [1431]","Cabell to oppose the petition to which T. J. is opposed, and attend to Count\n                     Barziza's petition. Translation of Say's Traité d'economie politique.\n                     Copy of a banking bill enclosed. Failure to increase the Literary Fund as\n                     recommended by the governor. Col. [Samuel?] Taylor author of petition from Port\n                     Royal. Appointment of Cabell as a Visitor of Central College. Difficulty in\n                     obtaining money for colleges. Possible site for the University in Staunton.\n                     References to Thomas W. Maury.  [1432]","Difficulty in changing government stock and Bank of Columbia stock to\n                     Kosciuszko's name. Encloses powers of attorney for this purpose.\n                         [1433]","Education of Francis Eppes. Martin (slave) learning to turn posts tolerably.\n                     Pleased that Eppes is returning to the U. S. Senate. References to Anne\n                     Bankhead, Martha Randolph, and Martha Eppes.  [1434]","Award by Dabney and Peter Minor, arbiters in controversy between T. J. and\n                     Frances, Lucy, and Nancy C. Henderson, minor heirs of Bennett Henderson,\n                     regarding rent on lands belonging to said minor heirs and held illegally by T.\n                     J. T. J. to pay $766.80 for rent. Receipt for amount from W. D. Meriwether,\n                     attorney for heirs. Mentions Craven Peyton, James L. Henderson, and John\n                     Henderson.  [1435]","Kosciuszko's account. Transfer of government and Bank of Columbia stock to his\n                     name completed.  [1436]","Rejection of Count Barziza's petition. Is attending to Turnpike Bill. Hewing\n                     down of mammoth bank bill. References to Thomas W. Maury, [Joseph] Milligan\n                     (bookseller), William C. Rives, Tracy's Political Economy, and Archibald\n                     Thweatt.  [1437]","Report on Turnpike Bill, bill to call a convention, bill to equalize senatorial\n                     districts (modeled after bill reported by T. J., Pendleton, and Wythe in 1779),\n                     and the University Bill. Mentions Archibald Thweatt and Charles Yancey.\n                         [1438]","Covering copy of a form required to receive interest on Kosciuszko's public\n                     stock.  [1439]","Request from Judge Peters for a model of Thomas Mann Randolph's hillside plow.\n                     Anne Bankhead's health. References to John Bankhead, Joseph C. Cabell, Captain\n                     Clarke, Thomas W. Maury, Dabney Minor, and Charles Yancey.\n                         [1440]","Letter and seeds by Bessy. University of Virginia Board of Visitors. Madison to\n                     join John Hartwell Cocke, David Watson, Joseph Carrington Cabell, and James\n                     Monroe, at Monticello.  [2917]","Has sold corn promised to T. J.  [2918]","Inclosing a copy of the National Messenger which contains two letters from\n                     President Adams to Judge [William] Cushing. Mentions T. Dalton.\n                         [1441]","Scuppernong wine. Marseilles fig, paper mulberry, and cuttings of Lombardy\n                     poplar from France. Prickly locust (Robinia hispida) and snowberry bush brought\n                     from Pacific by Capt. Lewis. Mentions gooseberry bush.\n                         [2918-a]","Sends Maine's recipe for preparation of haws found in Brown's Rural Affairs.\n                         [1442]","Jefferson returns sheets from a copy of dictionary he received from Dufief and\n                     requests the correct sheets","Road from Orange Fork near Lewis' Ferry on lands of Richard Sampson, T. J.\n                     Randolph, and T. J. to mouth of Chapel Branch. Road on Charles L. Bankhead's\n                     lands from near Charlottesville to Secretary's Ford, thence to mouth of Chapel\n                     Branch. Road from Moore's Creek to area of Colle. Committee: Joseph Coleman,\n                     Benjamin Childress, Andrew Hart, Robert McCullock, Jr., John Slaughter,\n                     Brightberry Brown, and Horsley Goodman.  [2919]","Business in Washington prevents attending Central College. Board of Visitors.\n                     Mentions Bizet. To Monticello when Board meets next.  [2920]","Asking him to superintend the building of Central College. Board of Visitors:\n                     James Madison, James Monroe, John Hartwell Cocke, Joseph C. Cabell, David\n                     Watson, and T. J. Mentions John Neilson.  [1443]","Accepts job superintending construction of Central College, with John Neilson.\n                     Plan for house for James Monroe. Gift of two books from Capt. Robert Simington,\n                     Baker's Chronicle and the History of the Holy Wars, 1684.\n                         [1444]","Inability to attend meeting of the Board of Visitors of Central College.\n                     References to Bedford and Goochland counties, Enniscorthy, John Hartwell Cocke,\n                     James Madison, and David Watson.  [1445]","Plans for reducing his debts have failed in past due to Embargo, war, and\n                     drought. Wheat and tobacco crops promising. Draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson\n                     will pay for drafts on Robertson in favor of Nimrod Darnell, William Miller,\n                     and Robert Miller.  [1446]","Grape slips from North Carolina for T. J. Plans to locate Francis Eppes at\n                     Richmond as superior to Lynchburg. Letter to Colonel Burton from Gen. Calvin\n                     Jones regarding the scuppernong grape. Shipment of wine by Colonel Burton\n                     through Mr. Gibson of Richmond. John Randolph's chance in the election. News of\n                     Martha Randolph and Thomas J. Randolph. Eppes obliged to give up wine and\n                     spirits.  [1447]","Account balancing wheat sent to Mitchell for flour and bacon received.\n                         [1448]","Meeting of the Board of Visitors. Mentions Enniscorthy, Joseph Cabell, James\n                     Madison, James Monroe, and David Watson.  [1449]","Payment to Mr. Burton for Scuppernong wine. Revolution in England unavoidable.\n                     Meeting of the visitors of Central College: Joseph C. Cabell, John Hartwell\n                     Cocke, T. J., James Madison, James Monroe, and David Watson. Hopes to start\n                     work in languages at Central College next spring.  [1450]","Payment to Mr. Burton for Scuppernong wine. Revolution in England unavoidable.\n                     Meeting of the visitors of Central College: Joseph C. Cabell, John Hartwell\n                     Cocke, T. J., James Madison, James Monroe, and David Watson. Hopes to start\n                     work in languages at Central College next spring.  [2921]","T. J. and John Hartwell Cocke jointly to be interim Central College Proctor.\n                     Also signed by John Hartwell Cocke, James Monroe, and James Madison.\n                         [2922]","Requesting his aid in forwarding letters to [Richard?] Terrell in Europe.\n                         [1451]","Cast of Ceracchi's bust of T. J. Plans for Central College buildings. Contains\n                     rough sketch of T. J.'s early idea for the ground plans, showing seven\n                     pavilions around an open space with grass and trees.  [1452,\n                        N-300]","Encloses letters from Kosciuszko, Baring Brothers \u0026 Co., and Buckley\n                     \u0026 Abbott. Plans for visit to Monticello delayed by arrival of his\n                     grandchildren, J. A. Duryee, a Yale graduate, and Maria Duryee. References to\n                     Timothy Dwight, Joseph Milligan, and his nephew, Samuel Milligan.\n                         [1453]","T. J. writes to Leschot, a Swiss watchmaker in Charlottesville, requesting\n                     repair of a watch belonging to his friend Louis H. Giradin and extending an\n                     invitation to dine at Monticello. ","Visit to Monticello. Books from Joseph Milligan.  [1454]","Awaits a horse or carriage to climb Monticello mountain.\n                         [1455]","Mr. Wood's school. Francis to study arithmetic using Bezout, Latin, and Greek.\n                     Greetings from Mrs. Randolph to Mrs. Eppes.  [2923]","Necessity of majority rule must be learned in Spanish America.\n                         [1456]","Belief in the strength of republican structure of the U. S. as its size grows,\n                     contrary to Montesquieu.  [1457]","Perry's agreement to do all carpenter and joiner's work on a pavilion at\n                     Central College for the same prices paid by James Madison to James Dinsmore for\n                     work at Montpellier.  [1458]","Deed to 196 3/4 acres of land one mile above Charlottesville on the Staunton\n                     Road for the use of Central College. Acknowledgment of deed by Mrs. Frances T.\n                     Perry, 7 July 1817, witnessed by Micajah Woods and William Woods.\n                         [1459]","Agreed upon Perry's site for Central College. Perry to do wood work. Chisolm to\n                     meet T. J. in Lynchburg to secure bricklayer. Hopes for subscriptions. Mentions\n                     Mr. Nelson.  [2924]","Discusses site for Central College.","Asks legal opinion on deed from Lewis to Lewis. Sends copy of Wickham's and\n                     William Wirt's opinions. Note by T. J.: Peyton is bona fide purchaser and C. L.\n                     Lewis guilty of fraud by his silence.  [1460]","Enclosing notes he has signed.  [1461]","Sale of watches for Louis Leschute, mentioning watchmakers and repairmen, Mr.\n                     Eckles and Morris Tobias of London.  [1462]","Adjustment of T. J.'s account. Mr. Wheat's report that he has seen Thurston.\n                     Thanks for his visit to Monticello.  [1463]","Benjamin Elliot's Republican address to Charleston '76 Association.\n                         [2925]","Remittance enclosed for Louis Leschute. Books from Joseph Milligan forwarded to\n                     Mr. Gray, Fredericksburg.  [1464]","Board of Visitors' meeting. Beginning of construction work at Central College.\n                     Mentions James Madison.  [1465]","Receipt of mahogany. Order for locks, handles, and bolts, to be paid for by\n                     Patrick Gibson.  [1466]","Account for the years 1814-1817. Mentions [John] Armstrong, Gales \u0026\n                     Seaton, Gibson \u0026 Jefferson, Tadeusz Kosciuszko, and Dolly Madison.\n                         [1467]","Soliciting funds for Central College. Advantages of location; general plans;\n                     personnel of Board of Visitors.  [1468]","Soliciting funds for Central College. Advantages of location; general plans;\n                     personnel of Board of Visitors.  [1468]","Mr. Fisher not paid by Mr. Dufief. Flour sales. Mentions V. W. Southall.\n                         [2926]","Introducing M. and Mme. A. F. de Laage, lately removed to Lynchburg from\n                     Charlottesville.  [1469]","Catalog of English books sold by Barrois at Paris. Subscriptions to Central\n                     College from Albemarle, Amherst, Campbell, Lancaster, Northumberland, Richmond,\n                     and Westmoreland counties. Death of Cabell's mother. Comments of T. J.'s\n                     manuscript on meteorological subjects. References to William Brent, George\n                     Cabell, John Camm, Hill Carter, Sterling Claiborne, Ellyson Currie, Thomas\n                     Eubanks, David S. Garland, Spottswood Garland, William J. Lewis, James Madison,\n                     Roderick McCullock, William Pope, Robert Rives, Mr. Ritchie, Henry St. George\n                     Tucker, Robert Walker, and Edmund Winston.  [1470]","Progress of construction at Central College. Superiority of stone-and\n                     brickworkers near Lynchburg.  [1471]","Plans advancing for college of general science, supported by public\n                     subscription and perhaps by Virginia legislature, which granted constitution\n                     and made Governor its patron. Visitors James Monroe, James Madison, Joseph C.\n                     Cabell, John Hartwell Cocke, David Watson, and T. J. Construction underway near\n                     Charlottesville on pavilion for professor of languages. To teach Greek and\n                     Latin, history and rhetoric, perhaps French, Spanish, Italian, and German. Asks\n                     Cooper to recommend person. Not common school of Yankee Latin. Classical\n                     scholars among Irish immigrants and at Dublin College. Will plan other\n                     pavilions in the future. Mathematical and physiological sciences. Offers Cooper\n                     zoology, botany, mineralogy, chemistry, anatomy, and law. Mathematician from\n                     Europe. 200-300 students expected initially. William and Marv to deteriorate to\n                     grammar school because of poor climate. Charlottesville climate ideal. Free\n                     moral and political climate compensates for brawling Presbyterian and Baptist\n                     ministers. Invites visit. Fredericksburg and Charlottesville stage to bring\n                     Cooper to Monticello, to meet Mr. Correa.  [2927]","Encloses bill for establishing a system of public education (14 pp.) and an act\n                     for establishing elementary schools (4 pp.). Remarks on legal phraseology.\n                     Lawyers' double talk compared to simple English of the ancient statutes which\n                     T. J. tried to use in 1776. Bill provides for primary schools for all at common\n                     expense, colleges spaced at convenient distances throughout the state, and as a\n                     capstone a University in the central part of the state. List of white\n                     inhabitants of the state divided into the nine collegiate districts.\n                         [1472] ,  [1486]","Returns Barrois' catalog. Requests he not be known as author of the bill for\n                     elementary schools. Has written to Christopher Clarke and Charles Johnston\n                     regarding subscriptions to Central College. Mentions [Thomas] Cooper.\n                         [1473]","Asks T. J. to appoint someone to replace John Barnes upon his death to manage\n                     financial affairs in U.S. Mentions James Madison. Comments on oppression of\n                     Poland, and government of U.S. Urges military college.\n                         [2927-a]","Present position at the University of Pennsylvania precarious because students\n                     in medicine forced to hear Dr. John R. Coxe's lectures in preference to his.\n                     Has been offered post at William and Mary which he will accept if they meet his\n                     conditions concerning his library and mineral collection. Would like to see\n                     medical school set up in Virginia, perhaps in Richmond. Mentions Burwell\n                     Bassett and John Augustine Smith.  [1474]","Will write as soon as he can give decision about offer of professorship at\n                     Central College. Discusses Destutt de Tracy' Eléments\n                     d'idéologie, which Maclure imported for [Joseph C.?] Cabell.\n                         [1475]","Recommending European wines. Offers letters to Cathalan, Consul at Marseilles,\n                     and Appleton, Consul at Leghorn. Mentions Capt. Bernard Peyton as importer.\n                     Describes Roussillon, Hermitage, Florence, and Claret of Marseilles wines.\n                         [2927-b]","No reply from Varro in Frankfort, Ky. Discusses possibility of accepting\n                     professorship at Central College. Filling of other faculty posts at the\n                     college. Has refused position at William and Mary. Possibility of medical\n                     college at Richmond. Mentions Correa da Serra and Burwell Bassett.\n                         [1476]","Hopes he will accept offer at Central College. Correa da Serra and Robert Walsh\n                     will be in Charlottesville.  [1477]","Subscriptions for Central College not encouraging in Petersburg. Recommends a\n                     lottery. War taxes, prematurely ended, might have been applied to the Literary\n                     Fund.  [1478]","Unable to visit T. J. because of work on lectures and correcting press for\n                     William Wirt's Life of Patrick Henry. Refusal of position at William and Mary.\n                     Classical tutor for Central College. Mentions Mr. Sanders [Robert Saunders?] of\n                     Williamsburg.  [1479]","Visits by relatives, Mr. Burton, Mr. Lane, and families, illness among slaves,\n                     and pressure of the tobacco crop prevent his visiting T. J. Will subscribe to\n                     Central College. Plans for Francis to attend in the spring. His own illness.\n                     References to Ellen. Cornelia. and Martha Randolph.  [1480]","Corn sales.  [2928]","Cornerstone being laid at Central College. Urges that David Knight leave at\n                     once for his work.  [1481]","Front and side elevations.  [N-307, K-3]","Delay in arriving at Board of Visitors meeting due to the meeting of the\n                     Association for an Agricultural Society. References to John Hartwell Cocke,\n                     James Madison, James Monroe, Judge [Archibald?] Stewart, and David Watson.\n                         [1482]","Calls meeting of Board of Visitors to consider letter from Thomas Cooper.\n                     Mentions James Madison and James Monroe. Note from Cabell and Cocke to Watson\n                     on same sheet suggesting change in time of Agricultural Society Meeting.\n                         [1483]","Plan for schools and colleges throughout the state of Virginia. Copy of\n                     membership list of Cincinnati left at Monticello. John Wayles Eppes endeavoring\n                     to secure subscribers at Buckingham Court House. Advises delay on the report to\n                     the Agricultural Society. Mentions John Hartwell Cocke, Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., and Arthur Young's Annals.  [1484]","Dupont de Nemours' treatise worth publishing; suggests Robert Walsh publish it\n                     in his American Register. Discusses translation of French passage. Correa da\n                     Serra to live in Washington with Walsh. Thomas Cooper and George Ticknor\n                     possible professors at Central College. Hopes legislature will select Central\n                     College as site of University.  [1485]","Plan for a system of education \"within the compass of our funds.\" Refuses to\n                     sacrifice public good for local interest by including petty academies and\n                     colleges throughout the state in his plans. Progress of construction at Central\n                     College slow. Mentions [William Cabell] Rives.  [1486]","Withholds his decision regarding Central College position. If lectures can be\n                     arranged with Dr. John R. Coxe, may stay at University of Pennsylvania. Asks\n                     about classical tutor, Stack, formerly of Carlisle College, known by William\n                     Duane. Recommends an Irishman formerly employed by Robert Patterson, as best\n                     mathematician in United States. James Semple, Rector of William and Mary\n                     College, has sent notice of election to professorship of chemistry, despite his\n                     declining.  [1487]","T. J.'s draft in favor of Mr. Southall and drafts for taxes in Albemarle and in\n                     Bedford will be paid by flour sent to Richmond by Mr. Colclaser, one of T. J.'s\n                     mill tenants.  [1488]","Has watch from Leschot for Martha Eppes. Recommends all repair be done by\n                     Leschot. Recommends Monroe's plan for militia. Wisdom of economy and clearing\n                     of debts in time of peace.  [1489]","Flour. No cotton.  [2929]","Renewal of his note by the Bank of Virginia. Flour being shipped for T. J. by\n                     Mr. Colclaser in the hands of [Bernard] Peyton.  [1490]","Recommending Thomas Eston Randolph for the office of Postmaster, Richmond,\n                     replacing Dr. [William] Foushee.  [1491]","Will accept William and Mary offer renewed by Mr. Brown unless Central College\n                     can offer salary the following spring.  [1492]","Flour sales to E. Williams and Joseph A. Weed. Reports from England of rise in\n                     flour prices stir local market. Note renewed in U.S. Bank.\n                         [2931]","Enquires about classics position offered him at Central College. Would prefer\n                     mathematics chair. Sends notice of Greek-English lexicon by Gilbert Wakefield.\n                     Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [1493]","Agreement with David Knight for work at Central College to be paid for by draft\n                     on Alexander Garrett. Mentions Samuel J. Harrison.  [1494]","Johnson's delay in shipment of T. J.'s flour.[  1495]","Unless salary assured from Central College from April next, must accept William\n                     and Mary offer.  [1496]","Will make survey.  [2932]","Hopes Philadelphia students can have option to attend his lectures so he can\n                     remain at University of Pennsylvania until Central College ready. Might arrange\n                     for professorship of physical sciences to start sooner than planned to\n                     accommodate him. No one near Lynchburg remembers Stack. Plans to have\n                     distinguished professors from Edinburgh for Central College.\n                         [1497]","Letter to Wood was from self and not from Visitors of Central College.\n                     Understood his answer as refusal of classics professorship. Plans to procure\n                     professors from Europe. Thanks for information on Gilbert Wakefield's\n                     Greek-English Lexicon.  [1498]","Notes on the land lines of Poplar Forest. Survey of roads from Campbell Court\n                     House to Poplar Forest.  [1499, N-267]","Subscriptions to Central College from [Henry St. George?] Tucker and John\n                     Coalter. Plan for primary schools throughout the state. Opposition to Central\n                     College from Federalists, bigots, members of the Society of Cincinnati, and\n                     from friends of Washington College at Lexington. William and Mary people are\n                     liberal. References to Judge Brooke, John W. Green, Armistead Holmes, Chapman\n                     Johnson, and Edward Watts.  [1500]","Accepts professorship of chemistry, mineralogy, philosophy, and law beginning\n                     following summer. Trustees of University of Pennsylvania rejected proposals to\n                     share John R. Coxe's students. William and Mary has elected Hare to post\n                     offered to Cooper. Adam Seybert, Mr. Cloud, or Zaccaheus Collins will value his\n                     mineral collection before shipment. Relative merits of Edinburgh, Oxford,\n                     Cambridge, Eton, Westminster, Harrow, and Winchester as sources of faculty.\n                     Lauds advice of Sir William Jones on translating foreign languages. Mr. Stack\n                     now at Centerville, Md.  [1501]","Accepts post at Central College. Confirms his letter of yesterday sent to\n                     Poplar Forest.  [1502]","University business","University business","John leaves in morning. Purchases, including corn, from Mr. Higginbotham, Mr.\n                     Bankhead, and John Flagg. Turkeys, coopers, carpenter. Payment received from\n                     Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. Apologizes for questioning T. J.'s judgment on\n                     interest due. Canal work.  [2933]","Estimate for making and laying bricks at Central College. Mentions Samuel J .\n                     Harrison.  [1503]","Flour sold to Robert K. Jones.  [2935]","Jefferson's ideas regarding the bill providing for the establishment of primary\n                     schools, academies, colleges, and a university. Discussion of whether education\n                     should be compulsory.  [1504]","Forwards for his approval copy of report of Visitors of Central College to\n                     Governor of Virginia. Plan for a general scheme of education, ward schools,\n                     colleges, one university. Urges conciliation of Charles Fenton Mercer, author\n                     of rival plan.  [1505]","Goods from Norfolk by Mr. Gilmore.  [2936]","Proposal for plastering at Central College.  [1506]","Subscriptions and donations to Central College. Report of the Visitors to the\n                     Governor. General education bill for Virginia. Thomas Cooper has accepted\n                     position at Central College.  [1507]","High wages of bricklayers in Lynchburg. Asks Richmond prices. Reply must be\n                     immediate so he can answer Matthew Brown of Lynchburg.  [1508]","Brickwork at Central College. Mentions David Knight.  [1509]","Returns letters of Messrs. [James C.?] Picket[t] and Albert Gallatin. Reference\n                     to [Richard?] Terrell.  [1510]","Brothers urge move to Missouri. Asks salary increase. Compares own to overseers\n                     of James Monroe, Tufton, Mr. Higginbotham, Mr. Burnley.  [2937]","Opposition by members of the Society of Cincinnati to Central College,\n                     preferring to give funds to Washington College. Presbyterians oppose because T.\n                     J. is an infidel. Opposition in the Assembly to setting up a system of public\n                     education in Virginia. Encloses copy of letter sent to Robert Scott, Chairman\n                     of Committee for Schools and Colleges  [1504] . Site for the\n                     University. Report on the Literary Fund. References to Francis T. Brooke,\n                     William Cabell, John Coalter, Thomas Cooper, Mr. Garrett, Chapman Johnson,\n                     Wilson C. Nicholas, [Alfred H.?] Powell, Spencer Roane, Henry Tucker, and\n                     Edward Watts.  [1511]","Death of General Kosciuszko.  [1512]","Report of the Visitors of Central College to the Governor. Subscriptions.\n                     Delays writing to Edinburgh until the legislature acts. Recommends  Dr. Cooper's  appointment to the chairs of\n                     physiology and law, but suspension of those functions at first and allowing him\n                     to teach languages.  [1513]","Requests information regarding lands of Mr. Poinsot des Essarts. Report\n                     [regarding Central College] sent to Mr. Madison.  [1514]","Mr. Short's reconveyance of Indian Camp lands to Higginbotham.\n                         [2938]","Contracts for brickwork. Mentions Matthew Brown, Clifton Harris.\n                         [1515]","This is an early study for Pavilion VII, the first building erected. It shows\n                     an elevation of the pavilion with adjacent dormitories and Chinese railings,\n                     and plans of the first and second floors. On back is an early study of the Lawn\n                     showing nine identical paviliions; the specifications begin: \"The walls of the\n                     Pavilion are 116 feet running measure.\" See N-23.  [N-309, K-5, verso is\n                        Kb]","Drawn by Dr. William Thornton.  [N-303, N-352; K-212, K-Pl. 16]","One of three variants.  [N-305, K-1]","One of three variants.  [N-306, K-2]","[N-308, K-4]","Drawn by Dr. William Thornton. Edmund S. Campbell thought this might be the\n                     source of the design for Old Sweet Springs, Berkeley, West Virginia.\n                         [N-310, K-6]","[N-314]","While decorative, the walls are not particularly strong.\n                         [N-315]","Copies of the minutes belonging to James Breckinridge. Some of the notes date\n                     from 1814, with the minutes of the Trustees of Albemarle Academy. (See\n                     \"Bibliography of Unprinted Official Records\" in sixth Annual Report of the\n                     Archivist, Univ. of Va., 1935-36).  [1517-c]","Official minutes of the University of Virginia Board of Visitors, kept by T. J.\n                     as Rector from 1817-1826. The earlier notes are signed by T. J. and other\n                     members of the Board, Joseph C. Cabell, John Hartwell Cocke, James Madison,\n                     James Monroe, and David Watson. Members of the Board in later years who did not\n                     sign: James Breckenridge, Chapman Johnson, George Loyall, and Robert B. Taylor.\n                     The University of Virginia also owns preliminary notes made by T. J. for later\n                     copying (35 pp.), as well as the copies of the minutes belonging to Joseph C.\n                     Cabell, John Hartwell Cocke, James Monroe, and James Breckenridge. Some of the\n                     notes date from 1814, with the minutes of the Trustees of Albemarle Academy.\n                     The minutes after the spring meeting of 1826 (pp. 107-185) in this volume are\n                     in the hand of the Secretary of the Board, Nicholas P. Trist. (See  Bibliography of Unprinted Official Records  in\n                     sixth  Annual Report of the Archivist,  University\n                     of Virginia, 1935-36).  [1517]","Copies of the minutes belonging to Joseph Carrington Cabell. Some of the notes\n                     date from 1814, with the minutes of the Trustees of Albemarle Academy. The\n                     notes for 1826 March 4 and 5 (2 pp.) have interlineations in T. J.'s hand. (See\n                     \"Bibliography of Unprinted Official Records\" in sixth Annual Report of the\n                     Archivist, Univ. of Va., 1935-36).  [1517-a]","Copies of the minutes belonging to John Hartwell Cocke. Some of the notes date\n                     from 1814, with the minutes of the Trustees of Albemarle Academy. (See\n                     \"Bibliography of Unprinted Official Records\" in sixth Annual Report of the\n                     Archivist, Univ. of Va., 1935-36).  [1517-b]","Pocket memorandum book containing specifications, ink drawings, and other data\n                     used and compiled by T. J. while directing the construction of the University\n                     of Virginia (Central College until 1819). Description of proposed buildings,\n                     style of architecture, measurements, materials to be used, and the amount of\n                     brick or stone required. Specification book dated on cover July 18, 1819.\n                         [1518, N-317, N-318]","In folder with other fragments: financial figures (N-327.1), one 3\" x 5 3/4\",\n                     giving dimensions for \"Perry's Houses\" (N-327.2), cost per acres (N-327.3),\n                     forms (N-327.4), the Rotunda in relation to the road (N-327.5), and a plat of\n                     land with area (N-327.6).  [1516, 2938-a, N-327]","Encloses copy of report of the Board of Visitors to the governor. Requests\n                     their approval of Thomas Cooper's appointment to physiological professorship,\n                     with an ad interim appointment to the classical school. Bricklayers' terms.\n                     Subscriptions. Enclosure: estimate of the objects of application of Central\n                     College funds.  [1519]","Encloses letter from Major Christopher Tompkins regarding the price of\n                     bricklaying for Central College. Essay in the Enquirer by Mr. Giles. Prospects\n                     not good for the general education bill. Receipt of the papers of Poinsot des\n                     Essarts. Information regarding subscriptions to Central College from William\n                     Brent, Mr. Currie, and Creed Taylor. References to Wilson C. Nicholas, James P.\n                     Preston, Mr. Brown (bricklayer), and Mr. Night (bricklayer).\n                         [1520]","Report to the governor of Virginia, concerning the progress and prospects of\n                     Central College. Financial report. Copy sent to James Monroe for his approval.\n                         [1521]","Pleased by Cooper's acceptance of physiological professorship. Cooper to open\n                     classical school in July. Plan to establish additional professorships when\n                     funds permit.  [1522]","Enjoyed John Playfair's presentation of mathematical history; asks him to print\n                     unedited Destutt de Tracy manuscript,  Principes\n                        logiques,  in the  American Register. Dr. Cooper's  acceptance of Central\n                     College post. Invitation to visit Monticello with Correa da Serra.\n                         [1523]","Application for professorship of oriental literature, German, and Hebrew.\n                     Enclosure: prospectus for the first American edition of Van der Hooght's Hebrew\n                     Bible.  [1524]","Financing a general education system for Virginia.  [1525]","Financial aid for Central College from the legislature.  [1526]","Central College subscriptions.  [1527]","Search regarding land will be carried out for T. J. in the Register's Office.\n                     Copy of the Report of the Visitors circulated in the Assembly. Copy of T. J.'s\n                     letters regarding primary schools given to Robert Scott, Chairman of the\n                     Committee on Schools and Colleges. Motion to move the capital. Opposition to\n                     Central College by the Washington College people. Recommends that William\n                     Brent, John T. Brooke, John Hartwell Cocke, and George Poindexter run for the\n                     Assembly. Bank loan being negotiated. Recommends annuity from the Literary Fund\n                     as best income for Central College. Encloses note from Chancellor Creed Taylor\n                     regarding T. J.'s proposed system of public education. References to Jesse W.\n                     Garth, James Madison, Robert Mallory, Dabney Minor, and James Monroe.\n                         [1528]","Disappointment in the bill reported by the Committee of Schools and Colleges.\n                     Visitors will be personally responsible for a bank loan to Central College.\n                     Movement of seat of government from Richmond to the West postponed.\n                         [1529]","Death of Caspar Wistar may change situation at University of Pennsylvania,\n                     since Dr. John R. Coxe wishes to take materia medica chair.\n                         [1530]","To the President of the Bank of Virginia, covering reports by the Visitors of\n                     Central College, given to enable the bank to judge the merits of a loan sought\n                     in anticipation of subscriptions.  [1531]","Agreeing to lend money to Central College for 60 days with renewal of notes\n                     possible.  [1532]  Originally enclosed in\n                         [1534]","Fears failure of general education bill for Virginia. Requests T. J. to draw\n                     bill for annuity from Literary Fund for endowment of professorships. Inquires\n                     with regard to Des Essarts' land patents. References to Robert Scott, Samuel\n                     Taylor, and [George J.] Davison.  [1533]","Loan offered by John Brockenbrough, President of the Bank of Virginia, better\n                     than can be obtained from Benjamin Hatcher of the Farmer's Bank. Necessity for\n                     the Visitors to sign the notes as individuals. References to Wilson C. Nicholas\n                     and David Watson.  [1534]","Inquiries regarding Poinsot des Essarts' land patents. Back-country opposition\n                     to T. J.'s general education bill. Opposition to Central College from friends\n                     of Lexington and Staunton. Recommends selection of men such as General [John\n                     George] Jackson in the Northwest of Virginia and William Burwell from the\n                     Southwest. References to Mr. Johnson, General Kosciuszko, and Peter Carr.\n                         [1535]","Laments death of Dr. Caspar Wistar. Engagement with Central College will not\n                     prevent Cooper's accepting better position at Pennsylvania caused by vacancy.\n                         [1536]","T. J.'s letter published in the Enquirer to help the general education bill,\n                     omitting T. J.'s estimate of the large amount of money necessary. Reference to\n                     William Cabell, Wilson C. Nicholas, and Lewis Somers (i.e., Summers).\n                         [1537]","Interest of the Wayles estate in Byrd's Lottery.  [1538]","Introducing Lewis Summers of Kanawha County.  [1539]","Enquiries regarding Poinsot des Essarts' land. Failure of T. J.'s general\n                     education bill, with only a small appropriation for education of the poor, due\n                     to interests from Lexington and Staunton and to the Presbyterians, aided by a\n                     junto from the middle country delegation (Charles Yancey, Thomas Miller, Robert\n                     Mallory, and Charles Everett). Possibility of an appropriation for Central\n                     College. References to Francis T. Brooke, Dabney Carr, John W. Green, Thomas\n                     Hill, and Chapman Johnson.  [1540]","Regrets his \"intermedling\" in the education bill. Subscriptions for Central\n                     College. Requests all of Board of Visitors to visit him whenever near\n                     Monticello to help make decisions between formal meetings.\n                         [1541]","Central College subscriptions. Mentions Mr. Baker, Thomas Jefferson Randolph,\n                     and George Skipwith.  [1542]","Inability to collect any subscriptions or to subscribe himself to the Central\n                     College fund.  [1543]","Bill providing for education of poor, an appropriation for the University, and\n                     the setting up of the Rockfish Gap Commission passed the Senate.\n                         [1544]","Expects an opening at University of Pennsylvania. Appreciative of Central\n                     College's liberal conduct. Medical faculty has recommended Augustine Smith of\n                     Williamsburg for Wistar's post. Plans to come to Virginia with Correa da Serra.\n                         [1545]","Passage of the Rockfish Gap Bill. Asks T. J. to serve as a commissioner.\n                     Appointments in the hands of the president and directors of the Literary Fund,\n                     three fifths of whom are from beyond the mountains. Urges immediate work on\n                     buildings of Central College because of opposition from Federalists,\n                     Presbyterian clergy, and the entire back country. Mentions James Madison.\n                         [1546]","Subscriptions to Central College.  [1547]","James Madison will serve on Rockfish Gap Commission. Thinks it better for\n                     Cabell to serve rather than himself.  [1548]","Selection of members of the Rockfish Gap Commission. Visit to Monticello.\n                         [1550]","Recommends Francis Eppes II be sent to Mr. Dasheel (Dashiell?) in New London,\n                     Va., until Central College opens. Birth of a sixth grandson. Patsy doing well.\n                     Plans for meeting Francis.  [1551]","Rivalry between Washington College, Rockbridge College, and Central College as\n                     to the site for the University. Offer by a Mr. Robinson of Lexington to leave\n                     his estate to the University if located there. Requests T. J. to urge Wilson J.\n                     Cary, John Hartwell Cocke, Randolph Harrison, and Washington Trueheart to serve\n                     in House of Delegates as friends of Central College. References to John Wayles\n                     Eppes.  [1552]","Requests information for a biography of Tadeusz Kosciuszko to be written by Mr.\n                     Gullien. Administration of General Kosciuszko's estate.  [1553]","Requests information for a biography of Tadeusz Kosciuszko to be written by Mr.\n                     Gullien. Administration of General Kosciuszko's estate.","Covers Mr. Lightfoot's letter requesting a favor of T. J.\n                         [1554]","Returning a letter to T. J. Mentions a letter to [Richard?] Terrell.\n                         [1555]","Lending Jefferson a copy of the Oxford and Cambridge guide.\n                         [1556]","Previous inquests established that T. J.'s dam above Shadwell mill not harmful,\n                     or infringement of public rights. An aid to navigation, already did most of\n                     Rivanna Company's work by getting through South West mountains. Company built\n                     locks above mill, interfering with its water supply, and placed toll house near\n                     mill. Directors profiting at T. J.'s expense. Mentions Albemarle Co., Milton,\n                     Moore's ford, Secretary's ford, Sandy Falls, Potomac River, James River,\n                     Rappahannock River, Peter Jefferson, Thomas Mann Randolph, Peter Minor, John\n                     Brown, and directors George Divers, William D. Meriwether, Nimrod Bramham,\n                     Dabney Minor, and John Kelly. Appended letter, copy 1817 July 23, George\n                     Divers, Farmington, to T. J. claiming overriding rights of canal company.\n                     Appended document, copy, 1817 August 7, T. J. approves insertion of above\n                     letter. Appended document, copy, 1818 April 7, Rivanna Company claims\n                     precedence. T. J. cannot include Rivanna River as his property. Mentions Ray's\n                     ford, Stuart \u0026 Coalter, Richard Sampson, Richard Farrar and Mr.\n                     Henderson. Copies certified by N. H. Lewis and William S. Eskridge.\n                         [2939]","Urges him to try for the legislature rather than the cul-de-sac, William and\n                     Mary College. Visit of Correa da Serra and Thomas Cooper.\n                         [1557]","Letter from James Madison to Thomas Jefferson submitting his first donation for \n              founding the \"Central College,\" which would become the University of Virginia. \n              Docketed in Jefferson's hand on verso, \"Madison Ja., Montpellier [missing text on margin] \n              recd M [missing text on margin]\".\n               Item record. [ViU-2023-0005]","Letter at Flood's. To Monticello. Mr. Dashiell will board Francis. Greek of\n                     Xenophon's Cyropaedia preferable to Lucian. Mr. Yancey can get books at\n                     Cotton's in Lynchburg. Bezout and Euclid. Francis to sleep alone to avoid itch\n                     common at Dr. Carr's school. Subscription papers for Central College. Literary\n                     Fund and University.  [2940]","Jefferson orders \"2 canteens of best spirits.\"","Requests private settlement of his share of Bennett Henderson estate, which his\n                     brother James L. Henderson deeded to Craven Peyton while Bennett H. Henderson\n                     was a minor. William D. Meriwether has full power of attorney.\n                         [1557a]","Requests procuring of a workman, Mr. Jones, to examine slate quarries and to\n                     work at Central College.  [1558]","Covering a letter for [Richard?] Terrell.  [1559]","Requesting instructions for bricklayers.  [1560]","Choice for chemistry chair to he made soon at University of Pennsylvania. Sends\n                     syllabus of lectures.  [1561]","Applies for work as painter, glazier at University.  [1562]","Rates to be charged on Mr. A. S. Brockenbrough's \"new houses\" (Central College\n                     buildings).  [1563]","Excuses for not being able to dine with T. J.  [1564]","Land in West. Mentions Mr. Randolph.  [2941]","Enclosing a letter to [Richard?] Terrell.  [1565]","Transfers Central College lands and properties in Albemarle County to Literary\n                     Fund for benefit of University of Virginia as permitted by act of\n                     Legislature.","Transfers Central College lands and properties in Albemarle County to Literary\n                     Fund for benefit of University of Virginia as permitted by act of Legislature.\n                     Witnessed by Frank Carr, James Leitch, James Brown, and Alexander Garrett,\n                     Clerk of Albemarle County Court.  [2942]","Plows. No payment from Mr. Randolph. Payment from Mr. Dawson.\n                         [2943]","Sends by his brother William the signatures of Central College subscribers in\n                     Nelson County, agreeing to the conveyance of the property of Central College to\n                     the Commonwealth of Virginia, if the University of Virginia is located on the\n                     site of the college.  [1566]","T. J.'s preliminary draft of the Rockfish Gap Report. Importance of education\n                     to the general welfare. Curriculum for the University. Calculation of center of\n                     population to prove that Central College is the proper site for the University.\n                         [1567]","Undated formal expression of leave-taking, thanking them for acknowledging his\n                     feeble services and for the spirit of order and harmony of the board.\n                         [1568]","Wine sent to Richmond. Sends bill of lading.  [2944]","Recommendations for William Phillips, bricklayer.  [1569]","Requests him to remind Mr. Jefferson that if college at Charlottesville is to\n                     have same standing as Harvard, Yale, Princeton, it will need professor of\n                     oriental literature.  [1570]","Observations regarding Central College post. Assuming he is to hold chairs of\n                     experimental philosophy, chemistry, mineralogy, and law, asks questions\n                     regarding: apparatus, defraying expense of experiments, private tutoring,\n                     living quarters for family, vacation, salary, cost of moving.\n                         [1571]","Answers Cooper's questions of 3 October, under the assumption that Central\n                     College is chosen as the University of Virginia.  [1572]","Salary offered at Central College unsatisfactory. Injustice done T. J. by\n                     George Ord in his life of Alexander Wilson in Wilson's Ornithology. Mentions\n                     Correa da Serra.  [1573]","Pleasure at T. J.'s return to health. Plans for Francis Eppes' education.\n                     Payment of his subscription to the Central College fund. References to Mr.\n                     Dashiell, a teacher, and to Mr. Baker.  [1574]","T. J. note to Edmund Bacon.  [2945]","Invitation to Warminster; urges him not to tax his health.\n                         [1575]","Libelous statements in Ord's preface to Wilson's Ornithology, regarding T. J.'s\n                     refusal to send Wilson on Pike's expedition. Requests inquiry by Dearborn as to\n                     why Stuart has detained T. J.'s portrait. Mentions explorations by Lewis and\n                     Clark, William Dunbar, and Thomas Freeman. Mentions James Wilkinson.\n                         [1576]","Madison reports he is glad to learn from James Monroe that Jefferson is\n                     recovering from an attack \"your health suffered beyond the mountains\" and\n                     regrets that he is unable to attend meetings of the Board of Visitors or the\n                     Albemarle Agricultural Society.","Deed for land in Albemarle County, near Charlottesville, for Central College.\n                     Approved by T. J.  [1577]","Report on the qualities of tin roofing at Central College.\n                         [1578]","Illness prevents visit to Monticello. Rockfish Gap Report. Reason why he cannot\n                     make the trip to Europe for the college. Possibility he may run for the House\n                     of Representatives. Information regarding the hill for locating the University.\n                     Mentions [Samuel] Carr, Isaac Coles, William F. Gordon, Spencer Roane, Francis\n                     T. Brooke.  [1579]","Cost of pine shingling calculated by Dinsmore and John M. Perry.\n                         [1580]","Letter to the Speaker of the Senate containing Rockfish Gap Report. Necessity\n                     for special agent to secure in Europe professors for Central College.\n                         [1581]","T. J.'s ill health. Approval of the present French Constitution. Discounts\n                     reports of aggression in Florida. Prospects for Mr. Poirey's claims for\n                     compensation for services during the Revolution. Copy of translation of Destutt\n                     de Tracy's work on political economy.  [1582]","Progress of the Rockfish Gap Report in the General Assembly. Attitudes of the\n                     William and Mary and Lexington interests. Cabell's health. References to Samuel\n                     Carr, William F. Gordon, Samuel Taylor, and Philip R. Thompson.\n                         [1583]","Progress of the bill to decide the site of the University. Prospects of Central\n                     College. Report of T. J.'s authorship of the bill gives appearance of\n                     dictation. References to Linn Banks, Samuel Taylor, and Robert T. Thompson.\n                         [1584]","Central College fixed as the site of the University in the bill reported to the\n                     House of Delegates. Combination of western delegates opposed to Central\n                     College. Publication of T. J.'s calculation of the center of population based\n                     on census of 1810. References to Wilson C. Nicholas and William Cabell.\n                         [1585]","Senator Davidson [Davison?] of Clarksburg in favor of Central College.\n                         [1586]","Offers services as bricklayer, brickmaker to college.  [1587]","Delay of the University bill. Opposition from friends of William and Marv, who\n                     demand $5000 per annum for William and Mary as price of their concurrence, from\n                     those who wish education left to individual enterprise, and from those who wish\n                     Literary Fund devoted to the poor. Various methods of calculating the center of\n                     population. References to the Edinburgh Review, William S. Archer, James\n                     Hunter, Chapman Johnson, Francis Preston, Adam Smith, Dugald Stewart, and\n                     Colonel Tatham.  [1588]","Bill for taxes on 4000 acres of land, 53 slaves, and 16 horses. Paid by Joel\n                     Yancey, T. J.'s overseer; receipted by Joseph D. Stratton, Deputy to Joel\n                     Leftwich, Sheriff.  [1589]","Elevation and three plans, one with alternate flap. Specifications on back. On\n                     September 30, 1821, Jefferson wrote to John Hartwell Cocke that \"Pavilions\n                     Number 3 and 7 undertaken in 1817 and 1818, Numbers 2,4,5,9 finished. 17 marble\n                     caps from Italy No. 2,3,5,8. No. 1,6,8,10 not finished.\"  [N-316,\n                        K-15]","The University of Virginia Library also has a copy made by N. P. Trist,\n                     September 27, 1827 (Ink. Paper CW. 7 3/4 x 10 in.).  [N-371]","Two plats of land containing 153 acres and 92 1/1 acres of land bounded by Three Chopped Road and Wheeler' Road were surveyed\n              by William Woods as the site of Central College (University of Virginia). \n               Item record.\n              ","Mentions Monticello, Potomac River, Willis's Mountain, and Blue Ridge\n                     Mountains.  [2946]","Bill to make Central College the University of Virginia. Board of Visitors to\n                     erect, preserve, and repair buildings, appoint faculty and staff, prescribe the\n                     course of education, and establish rules of government and discipline.\n                         [1590]","Madison has postponed returning two documents because he knew T. J. would not\n                     return from Bedford \"till about a week before the day of assembling at\n                     Rockfish.\" Presumably in reference to the Commission to Fix the Site of the\n                     University of Virginia, a.k.a. the Rockfish Gap Commission.","Income: subscriptions, glebe lands, and annual endowment. Costs: land purchases\n                     from John M. Perry and [W. D.?] Garth, wages, salaries, bricks.\n                         [1591]","Letter of introduction for Monsieur Calvo who wishes to apply for position at\n                     Central College.  [1592]","Center of white population in Virginia, calculated to determine best site for\n                     the University.  [1593]","Applies for position as amanuensis or humble servant in any capacity.\n                         [1594]","Acknowledges receipt of [Rockfish Gap] Report. Workmen for the University. T.\n                     J.'s health. Mentions William Short and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [1595]","Recommendation of Dabney Cosby, bricklayer.  [1596]","Cabell's labors in the General Assembly on behalf of the University Bill. T.\n                     J.'s health. References to John Brockenbrough, Chancellor John W. Green, Thomas\n                     C. Holmes, W. C. Nicholas, Mr. Pannel, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Spencer\n                     Roane, Mr. Slaughter, John Taliaferro, Samuel Taylor, Chancellor [Creed]\n                     Taylor, and Philip Thompson.  [1597]","Recommendation of Dabney Cosby, bricklayer.  [1598]","Acknowledging receipt of Tracy's Political Economy and of the Rockfish Gap\n                     Report. Inquiry about T. J.'s health.  [1599]","University Bill passes the House of Delegates with Central College fixed as the\n                     site. Various methods of determining the center of population favor Central\n                     College. Cabell's recent illness. References to Briscoe G. Baldwin, Dabney\n                     Carr, Armistead Holmes, and James Hunter.  [1600]","Progress of the University Bill in the Senate. Bill to connect the eastern and\n                     western waters. Cabell's ill-health. References to Judge John Coalter, George\n                     Hay, Armistead Holmes, Chapman Johnson, Alfred Powell, John Taliaferro, and\n                     Philip Thompson.  [1602]","T. J. writes to Cooper informing him of favorable action by the Delegates in\n                     passing the bill to establish the University of Virginia and notes that he\n                     counts on Cooper in the spring.","Duties of Proctor of Central College. Nelson Barksdale suited for part of\n                     duties, but Alexander Garrett recommends Duke for other duties. To begin when\n                     Legislature approves University. See item 1601, 1819 January 20.\n                         [2947]","Requesting him to come to Monticello because of business of extreme urgency.\n                         [1604]","Trip to the West. Market wagon.  [2948]","Passage of the University Bill. Cabell's illness. References to John Coalter,\n                     Chapman Johnson, and Edward Watts.  [1603]","James Dinsmore agrees to work by Latrobe's price book. Passage of University\n                     Bill in Senate.  [1605]","Asks for recommendation to assist his application for employment at Central\n                     College.  [1606]","Passage of the University Bill. Need for extensive funds to execute the plan.\n                         [1607]","Recommends George Watson as anatomy professor; list of trustees of University\n                     of Pennsylvania who might recommend him. Success of the University Bill. Need\n                     for further funds. Recommends Dabney Cosby as mechanic. Appropriation of money\n                     for primary schools. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Francis Gilmer.\n                         [1608]","Salary offered by Visitors too small; will hold decision for final offer.\n                     Important law suit pending in United States Circuit Court prevents leaving in\n                     October.  [1609]","Advises against moving now for the derelict portion of the School Fund. Copy of\n                     reports on the navigation of the James and on connection of eastern and western\n                     waters. Sketch of services rendered by the following friends of the University:\n                     William Brockenbrough, William H. Brodnax, Francis T. Brooke, Samuel Carr, John\n                     Coalter, [Francis W.?] Gilmer (author of essays signed \"a Virginian\"), John W.\n                     Green, George Hay, Armistead Holmes, Garrett Minor, Wilson C. Nicholas, George\n                     Nicholson, Mr. Pannel, the Rev. Mr. Rice (author of essay signed \"Crito\"), Mr.\n                     Ritchie, Judge Spencer Roane, James Robertson, JF., Mr. Scott, Captain\n                     Slaughter, Mr. Stannard, John Taliaferro, Chancellor [Creed] Taylor, Philip\n                     Thompson. Mentions also William S. Archer, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and James\n                     Madison. (Thirteen lines made illegible, probably prior to publication of N. F.\n                     Cabell's book).  [1610]","Recommendation of Dabney Cosby for work at University of Virginia.\n                         [1611]","Revenue of the Literary Fund not equal to appropriations.\n                         [1612]","T. J.'s commission as Visitor of the University of Virginia.\n                         [1613]","Appointment of James Breckenridge, Joseph Cabell, John Hartwell Cocke, Chapman\n                     Johnson, James Madison, and Robert B. Taylor as Visitors of the University of\n                     Virginia. Cabell's health. Untrue report that Cabell is to go to Europe to seek\n                     professors. Advises delay in opening the University until sufficient buildings\n                     are ready. References to Samuel Taylor, Armistead Holmes, [Samuel] Carr, and\n                     Henry St. George Tucker.  [1614]","Contract for sculpture (marble columns) to be done at the University of\n                     Virginia.  [1615]","Pleasure at choice of the Visitors: James Breckenridge, Robert B. Taylor, John\n                     Hartwell Cocke, Cabell, Chapman Johnson, James Madison, and T. J. Construction\n                     to be undertaken at University. Mentions Thomas Cooper.  [1616]","Inviting Cocke to travel with him to the Board of Visitors' meeting at James\n                     Madison's. Mentions Joseph Cabell, Colonel Lindsay, and David Watson.\n                         [1617]","Meeting of the Board of Visitors of University; appointment of  Dr. Cooper  one of great delicacy and\n                     importance; recommends delay in opening until several eminent professors are\n                     secured. Difficulties in securing adequate funds from the Assembly. References\n                     to James Breckenridge, John Hartwell Cocke, Isaac Coles, James Madison, Robert\n                     B. Taylor, and David Watson.  [1618]","Draft on Hollins in favor of Thomas Perkins, drawn for account of T. J.\n                     (Expenses incurred for the Raggi Brothers in purchase of marble for\n                     University).  [1619]","Appointment as Visitor of University.  [2949]","Submits for comment his pamphlets on the opening of the Liverpool Botanic\n                     Gardens, and on penal jurisprudence and the reformation of criminals. Mentions\n                     his life of Leo the Tenth, and Beccaria's Essay on Crimes and Punishments.\n                         [2950]","Originally enclosed in  [1620],  1819, March 1.","Report to the Governor and Council of the Board of Visitors meeting. Progress\n                     of negotiations with Thomas Cooper. Denies rumors of Cooper's intemperance.\n                     University finances. Mentions Correa da Serra.  [1620]","Praising Destutt de Tracy's Treatise on Political Economy.\n                         [1621]","Recommendation for David White, plasterer.  [1622]","Best wishes on his removal to the Tombigbee River.  [1623]","Tentative offer to Cooper. Final offer must await Board of Visitors meeting.\n                     Stoves for faculty residences.  [1624]","Recommendations of David White, plasterer.  [1625]","N-306 was cut from this piece to permit substitutions; see also N-305, N-369.\n                         [N-366, K-30]","Recommends David White, plasterer.  [1626]","Advertisement concerning the University to be put in the Enquirer.\n                         [1627]","State funds for the University. The Literary Fund. Professorship offered to\n                     Thomas Cooper. References to John Hartwell Cocke, Isaac Coles, Alexander\n                     Garrett, James Madison, and James P. Preston.  [1628]","Congratulations on law establishing the University. Recommends Dabney Cosby as\n                     bricklayer. Conspiracy of Messrs. Jordan, Brown, Hawkins, and Darst, to get\n                     monopoly of brickwork at the University. Request from Messrs. Tucker and Kinney\n                     for papers in Jefferson's possession.  [1629]","Recommendation of David White, plasterer.  [1630]","Prices for plastering at the University.  [1631]","Advertisement (for workmen for the University?) for Winchester newspaper.\n                         [1632]","Advertisement for workmen for the University inserted in the Enquirer.\n                     Alexander Garrett's draft on Literary Fund will be honored. Importance of\n                     securing Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough as proctor. Cabell's health improved.\n                     Mentions Mary Cabell, Mr. Montcarel, and Wilson C. Nicholas.\n                         [1633]","Unlikely that Europeans will come to teach at the University of Virginia at\n                     income inferior to that common in this country. Terms under which he will go to\n                     the University. Mentions Nathaniel Bowditch, Parker Cleaveland, Zaccheus\n                     Collins, Dr. Holly, Dr. Meade, Mr. McNulty, Robert Patterson, Charles W. Peale,\n                     Mr. Shaw, and John Vaughan.  [1634]","Stresses abilities of Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough. Urges he be secured as\n                     proctor to oversee construction. Mentions Alexander Garrett.\n                         [1635]","Mr. Bolinger's prices for boring logs.  [1636]","Application for work as stonecutter.  [1637]","Recommending Richard Ware as a carpenter for the University of Virginia.\n                         [1638]","Recommendation for Daniel R. Calverly, painter, for work at Central College\n                         [1639]  Originally enclosed in  [1646] , 1819\n                     March 23.","Application for carpentry work at the University.  [1640]","Recommending Richard Ware, master carpenter, to Nelson Barksdale, Proctor of\n                     the University of Virginia. Progress on Washington Monument.\n                         [1641]","Application for work as carpenter. Asks advance over wages in Matthew Carey's\n                     price book.  [1642]","Recommends Mr. Hickey, plasterer, for University.  [1643]","Recommends Mr. Hickey as plasterer. Mentions Mr. Haxall, former employer, and\n                     [John] Brockenbrough.  [1644]","Offers to do carpentry work at the University. Matthew Carey's price book not\n                     known. Those now in use belong to the new and old Carpenters' Hall. Mentions W.\n                     Duane, Captain Dunlap, Captain Hardy, Thomas Pratt, Dr. Pilmore, W. Strickland,\n                     Burton Wallace, and Dr. Wylie.  [1645]","Introducing Mr. Calverly. Delayed in Richmond. Wheat crop, flowers, bushes, and\n                     birds at Varina.  [1646]","Concerning his problems as U. S. Consul. Unable to raise the $2000 bond\n                     required of U. S. Consuls. No provision for office expenses in his\n                     instructions. Few advantages for maritime commerce at Nice. Mentions Mr.\n                     Jackson of New York.  [1647]","Application for painting and glazing work at University. Benjamin H. Latrobe\n                     will recommend him. Cannot send proposals until he gets price book from\n                     Alexandria, Va.  [1648]","Terms for bricklaying at the University of Virginia.  [1649]","Terms for painting, glazing, and paper hanging at the University of Virginia.\n                         [1650]","Offers to sell philosophical apparatus and collection of minerals, shells,\n                     antiques, and books to the University of Virginia.  [1651]","Recommends Thomas Smith, painter.  [1652]","Submits terms for painting and glazing. Can be recommended by Littlebury Moon,\n                     Charles Irving, George Booker, Alexander Trent, and William Perkins.\n                         [1653]","Proposal for brickwork at the University of Virginia.  [1654]","Proposal to undertake carpenters' work below prices in Matthew Carey's price\n                     book of 1812.  [1655]","Recommends Russell Dudley, a carpenter, associate of Otis Manson, architect,\n                     for work at the University.  [1656]","Construction of the University of Virginia. Wage scale set by Matthew Carey's\n                     price book unfair.  [1657]","Report on the springs in the University grounds.  [1658]","Terms for doing carpentry work at the University.  [1659]","Submits estimate on brickwork and carpentry at the University. Mentions\n                     M[atthew] Brown, and Matthew Carey's Philadelphia Price Book.\n                         [1660]","Terms for brickwork at the University.  [1661]","Terms for carpentry work. Objects to scale set in Matthew Carey's price book.\n                         [1662]","Proposals for painting, glazing. Returning to Fredericksburg until news of\n                     proposal announced.  [1663]","In response to advertisement in Philadelphia Democratic Press, submits\n                     proposals for brickwork.  [1664]","Submits proposal for painting, glazing.  [1665]","Withdrawing earlier proposals. Will work for terms in Matthew Carey's price\n                     book.  [1666]","Decision of Visitors to open classical school under usher to be named by\n                     Cooper, perhaps Mr. Stack. Will serve as nursery for the University. Need for\n                     tinsmith and silversmith in Charlottesville. Plan for the University seal.\n                         [1667]","Regrets that he must decline further carpenter's work at present.\n                         [1668]","Changes terms submitted for work at the University. Possibility that workers\n                     may erect cabins on the grounds. Mentions James Dinsmore and John M. Perry.\n                         [1669]","Thanks for recommendations of Don Marcus Escopinachi, Dr. Speed, and of Mr.\n                     Bonfils. Except for  Dr. Cooper , the\n                     University will hire no professors until construction is complete.\n                         [1670]","Seeking work as carpenter and joiner at the University of Virginia.\n                         [1671]","Submits proposals for brickwork at University.  [1672]","Accepts offer to pipe water to University.  [1673]","Terms for brickwork at the University.  [1674]","Stoves for the University. Important letter for Richard Ware, carpenter.\n                     Mentions Mr. Leschot of Charlottesville and Bernard Peyton.\n                         [1675]","Accepts his proposal for carpentry work. Information regarding wages, working\n                     conditions, and living quarters for the workers. Matthew Carey's price book.\n                         [1676]","Corn buying, some from Mr. Higginbotham. Draft on Richmond for debt. Powder\n                     from Mr. Osmond of Milton. T. J. On verso: trigonometric calculations for arcs\n                     of two domes or globes.  [2951, N-553]","Advertisement for stoves placed in Democratic Press and in Poulson's American\n                     Daily Advertiser. Recent illness. Stack will undertake grammar school in\n                     Charlottesville. Urges confining choice to Oxford if professors to be sought in\n                     Europe. Will try to accept terms of the University. Offers received to edit\n                     selection of English common law reporters and an agricultural dictionary.\n                         [1677]","Acknowledges his zeal in obtaining subscriptions for the University. More funds\n                     needed. Requests deposit of subscriptions in the University account in the Bank\n                     of Virginia.  [1678]","Proposal for piping water.  [1679]","Receipt of money for stoves from Mr. Leschot. Mr. Stack leaving for\n                     Charlottesville. Information about Minerva for the University of Virginia seal.\n                         [1680]","Recommends A. S. Brockenbrough as Proctor. Despite admiration for T. J.'s plans\n                     for the pavilions and lawn, recommends different style for hotels and ranges.\n                     Provision for lecture rooms in separate buildings from pavilions. Fire at\n                     Monticello. Reference to John Hartwell Cocke.  [1681]","Richard Ware will accept Jefferson's terms. Difficulty in procuring\n                     brickmakers. Brickmaker Cribbs recommends burning bricks in kilns to improve\n                     the quality. Mentions Mr. James, Quaker of Philadelphia.\n                         [1682]","Letter received through Thomas Cooper. Difficulties in finding brickmaker;\n                     brick prices.  [1683]","Still unwell. John Vaughan to buy stoves to ship to Bernard Peyton, Richmond.\n                     Wing of Monticello destroyed by fire.  [1684]","T. J. notes on verso \"sent 2. D. by Gill Apr. 22 19.\" ","Comments on T. J.'s ale. Gift of vegetables. Thanks for directions on \"the\n                     assignments\" (of lands?).  [1685]","Recommends that the deeds be witnessed. (Possibly a reference to deed of trust\n                     to Poplar Forest, 15 September 1819).  [1686]","Applies for professorship of modern languages at the University of Virginia.\n                     Mentions Mr. Bevan, James Ogilvie, Mr. Preston, and George Ticknor.\n                         [1687]","Asks how the revocation is to be executed and published.\n                         [1688]","Requests aid a second time in stocking his fish pond. Suggests Cocke's son\n                     attend Mr. Stack's classical school in Charlottesville with Mr. Laporte as\n                     boarding housekeeper. Arrival of Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough. Tadeusz\n                     Kosciuszko's will to be proven.  [1689]","Detailed recommendations for changes in University construction plans Suggests\n                     diverting money from Tadeusz Kosciuszko's will into American Colonization\n                     Society. Mentions information collected by Miles and Burgess on the coast of\n                     Africa.  [1690]","Mr. Stack, who is recommended by Thomas Cooper, to open classical school at\n                     Charlottesville; advises that Wilson Miles Cary be placed there.\n                         [1691]","Requests enrollment of Wilson Miles Cary in Mr. Stack's classical school.\n                     Wishes him to board with [P.] Laporte to learn French. Mentions John Hartwell\n                     Cocke.  [1692]","Wertenbaker's later reminiscence of T. J.'s refusal to execute Kosciuszko's\n                     will (q.v. 1798 May 5.)  [1693]","T. J. thanks Nicholas for his \"kind aid in my little money embarrassments and\n                     avails himself of Nicholas' offer of endorsement of note to the Farmer's Bank.\n                     Thomas Jefferson Randolph moving to Tufton.  [1694]","Sending whin seed. Routes from Bedford to Monticello via Canton, Va., and\n                     Scot's Ferry. Pleasure at renewed intercourse with T. J.\n                         [1695]","Recommends substitution of Curtis Carter as a brick worker for Richard Ware,\n                     who has been jailed for debt in Philadelphia.  Dr. Cooper  to send housejoiners from Philadelphia. Pavilions and\n                     dormitories on East Lawn to be substituted for work on West Lawn.\n                         [1696]","Sends Wilson Miles Cary to grammar school in Charlottesville. Payment of Board\n                     delayed until tobacco sold in Richmond.  [1697]","Bellet wine. Nice wines. Mentions M. Spreafico. English terms for wines:\n                     Frontignan and Lunel of France, Pacharetti doux of Spain, Calcavalla of\n                     Portugal, Vin du Cap, Vin de Grave, Vin du Rhin, Vin de Hockheim, Madere sec,\n                     Pacharetti sec, vin d'Oporto, silky Madeira, and malmsey. Recent Marseilles\n                     wine acid. Desires former kinds shipped immediately care of Mr. Cathalan before\n                     December winds drive ship off course to West Indies.  [2952]","See Item [2952].  [2953]","Arrival of Richard Ware. Superior bricklayers available at Philadelphia.\n                         [1698]","T. J.'s suit against Rivanna Company. Mentions Daniel Colclaser, Ambrose\n                     Flannagan, William Bacon, Thomas D. Boyd, Joseph Gilmore, William F. Cardin,\n                     William D. Fitch, Thomas E. Randolph, William Johnson, and Edmund Bacon.\n                         [2954]","Trip to the West.  [2955]","Notice of taking of depositions in a suit between T. J. and the Directors of\n                     the Rivanna Company.","T. J.'s plans for pavilions. Contract for laborers. Trip to Bedford. Advantages\n                     of Philadelphia laborers.  [1699]","Financial transactions with Mr. Pollock, Mr. Craven, Mr. Maupin, and Bishop.\n                         [2956]","Window glass for the University. Mentions Smith and Riddle, agents in Richmond,\n                     and Bernard Peyton.  [1700]","Pleased that Bulloch has named his son for him.  [1701]","John Vaughan to ship stoves for University. Seal for University drawn by Thomas\n                     Sully, but Mr. Rasch's price for engraving too high. Bass Otis' portrait of T.\n                     J. excellent. Mineral collection and botanical garden for the University.\n                     Correa da Serra recommends Thomas Nuttal as botanist. Three editorial offers no\n                     longer available: edition of English reporters given to [Charles Jared]\n                     Ingersoll; agricultural dictionary and edition of Virginia law reporters given\n                     up. Opinion on effect of paper swindling. Two papers in next Analectic\n                     Magazine, on the present movement among the manufacturers and on lithography.\n                         [1702]","Sends draft of window frames. Asks instructions on cornice, ceiling of portico,\n                     and columns of pavilion. Asks to borrow Jefferson's Palladio.\n                         [1703]","Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence cited from Essex Register and Raleigh\n                     Register. If had known about this at the time, would have spread in, Whig\n                     newspapers and halls of Congress until T. J.'s Declaration of Independence.\n                     Better than Thomas Paine's Common Sense. Richard Caswell, William Hooper, and\n                     Joseph Hewes, Congressmen from North Carolina.  [2957]","Arrival of Italian sculptors, Michael and Giacomo Raggi; plan for their trip to\n                     the University. Mentions John Hollins, Thomas Appleton, Robert Patton, and\n                     Garrett Minor.  [1704]","Delay in payment of rent due for the mill.  [1705]","Disagreement with workmen, John M. Perry, Whateley, Curtis Carter, and William\n                     Phillips. Advises use of Philadelphia workmen who will work for less.\n                     Construction details.  [1706]","Cannot give information on the 1776 revision of Virginia laws. Visit of Correa\n                     da Serra. Proposed trip to Bedford County. Mentions George Wythe.\n                         [1707]","Dormitories and cellars for the workmen at the University promised by Perry.\n                         [1708]","Account with T. J.  [2958]","Account for expenses incurred by the Raggi brothers.  [1709]","Instructions regarding the columns for the University. Mentions Arthur Spicer\n                     Brockenbrough.  [1710]","Reimbursement to John Hollins of Baltimore for money advanced to cover expenses\n                     of the Raggi brothers. Preparations needed for sculptors and brick makers.\n                     Mentions Thomas Appleton, Captain Concklin, Alexander Garrett, and Wilson Cary\n                     Nicholas.  [1711]","Richmond bank note, not U.S. bank note, to pay bill sent through Mr. Patterson.\n                     Telescope.  [2959]","Applies for chair of medicine at the University of Virginia. Studied at\n                     Edinburgh; is well recommended.  [1712]","Order for balance due for brickwork, including that on Mrs. Garner's house.\n                         [1713]","Catalog of the best editions of the Greek and Latin classics. Expenses incurred\n                     for the Raggi brothers. Work planned for the Raggi brothers. Plans to visit\n                     Bedford County. Boys in the grammar school receive excellent instruction from\n                     Mr. Stack and Mr. Laporte. Mentions Robert Taylor and Mr. Cardelli.\n                         [1714]","Trip to the West.  [2960]","Report on progress at the University of Virginia. Professors' gardens in rear\n                     of pavilions. Construction of the hotels and pavilions. Classical school run by\n                     Mr. Stack, with Mr. Laporte boarding the students. George Blaettermann,\n                     Nathaniel Bowditch, Thomas Cooper, Thomas Nuttal, and George Ticknor considered\n                     for faculty. Arrival of Raggi brothers to do sculpture. The marble in the\n                     quarry not the right quality for Ionic or Corinthian capitals. Work proceeds\n                     miserably. Paying the printed prices as the fair living prices.\n                         [1715]","Questions authenticity of Mecklenburg Declaration. Not reported by Thomas\n                     Ritchie or National Intelligencer. William Alexander, Richard Caswell, William\n                     Hooper, and Joseph Hewes all dead. Peter Horry's history of Francis Marion,\n                     Williamson, Ramsay, Marshall, Jones, Girardin, and Wirt do not mention it.\n                     Patrick Henry's similar resolutions greatly publicized. Dickinson a doubter,\n                     Hooper a Tory, and Hewes indecisive; Caswell strong Whig, but left early. Penn\n                     fixed Hewes. Doubts McKnitt a genuine name.  [2961]","One of T. J.'s granddaughters (Cornelia Randolph?) has drawn sketch uniting two\n                     of Bass Otis' designs for the University seal to he engraved by cheaper\n                     workman. Interested in Thomas Nuttal for University faculty if a native.\n                     Philadelphia workmen expected. Opinion on paper money.  [1716]","Further payments for Michael Raggi to be remitted to Thomas Perkins at the\n                     request of Thomas Appleton. Progress of the carving.  [1717]","Applies for classical professorship at the University of Virginia. Education at\n                     Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland and experience at the Rev. Gilbert Austin's\n                     academy in Dublin, at the Hampton Academy, and with private pupils. List of\n                     Greek and Latin classics he has read. Copy of his diploma, signed by John.\n                     Barrett, Thomas Elsington, Fra. Hodgkinson, Robert Phipps, and Thomas Prior.\n                     Mentions letter from [Thomas A.] Emmet to Bishop [Benjamin] Moore.\n                         [1718]","Canal cleaned. No help from Mr. Randolph or Mr. Colclaser. Mill business.\n                     Barrels and corn. Money from Mr. Randolph and Mr. Pollock. Mentions Richmond,\n                     Mr. Meeks, Lego. Ailing horse. Jimmy and Shepherd sick. Flour shipment.\n                         [2962]","Information from John Hollins of Baltimore, regarding arrival of marble from\n                     Leghorn, Italy, on hoard the Brig Strong belonging to Michael and Giacomo\n                     Raggi. Duties to be paid.  [1719]","Binns has sent copy of Declaration of Independence. Mr. Cloud and Mr. W.\n                     Humbell on mineral committee (to appraise Cooper's collection?); Mr. Collins\n                     unable to serve. Seal in engraver's hands. Correa da Serra will report on\n                     Thomas Nuttal, who is English by birth. Will advertise for tinsmith.\n                         [1720]","Forwards a letter from a Mr. Stokes. Information from John Gorman, stonecutter,\n                     relative to prices and time required for stonecutting and sculpturing.\n                         [1721]","University of Virginia not yet ready to appoint professors.\n                         [1722]","Application for professorship of modern languages and music at the University\n                     of Virginia. Teaches now at Transylvania University. Opinion on music teaching\n                     in the U. S. Offers to help T. J. in his translation of Carlo Botta's  History of the War of the Independence of the United States\n                        of America.  [1723]","University of Virginia not yet ready to appoint faculty. Returns letter of\n                     [Thomas] Emmet to Bishop [Benjamin] Moore.  [1724]","Approves the judgment in the case of the slaves (case of illness or death\n                     caused by medicine). Attack of rheumatism.  [1725]","Applying for position as carver. Mentions Mr. Cardelli and Giovanni Andrei.\n                         [1726]","Recommendation of Jeremiah Sullivan, stonecutter.  [1727]","Offers to resign as classics teacher should approval be found wanting","Forwarding two letters, one from [Giovanni] Andrei. Recommends the stone work\n                     of John Gorman.  [1728]","Plans for his return to Monticello. Rheumatism better. Instructions for sending\n                     a siesta chair. Corn crop. References to Johnny Hemings, Henry (slave), James\n                     Leitch, Mrs. Trist, and Wormley (slave).  [1729]","Recommends James Wade for piping water to University of Virginia.\n                         [1730]","Recommending James Wade of Lynchburg for conducting water to the University.\n                         [1731]","Asks if he would be interested in teaching in classical school now in\n                     Charlottesville in the event present teacher, Stack, leaves.\n                         [1732]","Engagements for brickwork and woodwork at the University with Curtis Carter,\n                     James Dinsmore, James Oldham, John M. Perry, William Phillips, and the\n                     Philadelphia workmen. Remission of money to the wives of the Raggi brothers.\n                     Corinthian capitals. Construction work at Poplar Forest. References to John\n                     Vaughan.  [1733]","Nomination of professors being deferred until building completed.\n                         [1734]","by T. J. Declines offer to head classical school in Charlottesville.\n                         [1735]","Stoves and University seal to be forwarded. Accepting ad interim offer to\n                     lecture at Lexington, Kentucky. Articles signed \"Indagator\" in Analectic\n                     Magazine opposes tariff. Correa da Serra well. Mentions John Vaughan.\n                         [1736]","Poplar Forest deeded to Bernard Peyton and Andrew Stevenson, Directors of Bank\n                     of the United States, Richmond, as security for a loan to Wilson Cary Nicholas,\n                     endorsed by T. J. and T. J. Randolph.  [1737]","Application for professorship at the University of Virginia in French, Italian,\n                     materia medica, natural philosophy, geometry, map drawing, natural history\n                     drawing, political economy, etc. Lists qualifications; tells life history.\n                     Offers Dewitt Clinton, Zaccheus Collins, and Samuel L. Mitchell as references.\n                     Appends application to the Board of Visitors.  [1738]","Suggest savings possible by their making the marble columns for the University\n                     in Leghorn, Italy.  [1739]","Acknowledges receipt of T. J.s letter which enclosed a report from the Board of\n                     Visitors of the University of Virginia. Mentions Dolley Madison.","Order for spices.","Situation seems to require postponement or cancellation of Thomas Cooper's\n                     appointment, to save salary until institution opens. Suggests sending him copy\n                     of Visitors' resolution.  [1740]","Covering letter to Thomas Cooper for his approval. Suffering from colic and\n                     rheumatism.  [1741]","Stove casting and seal sent to T. J. Uncertain of going to Lexington, Kentucky.\n                     Medical school would succeed in Virginia with summer lectures at\n                     Charlottesville, winter lectures at Norfolk. Offers to defer coming to\n                     Charlottesville. Hopes to be Commissioner if Bankruptcy Law passes. Mentions\n                     John Vaughan.  [1742]","Brockenbrough writes to ask T. J. if \"Mr. Nelson\" [i.e. Neilson] is to start\n                     work on Pavilion V. Brockenbrough has promised some of the work to Mr. Spooner.\n                     Closes by wishing T. J. a \"speedy recovery.\" The letter is re-addressed to John\n                     Hartwell Cocke, with the following note on the address leaf: \"T. Jefferson\n                     being unable to write begs the favor of General Cocke to decide upon the\n                     business of this letter him self.\"","Communication, by instructions of Board of Visitors, to explain delay in\n                     opening of the University of Virginia. Additional buildings, not hitherto\n                     planned, prevent hiring of professors. Richard Ware mentioned.\n                         [1743]","Order to deliver cotton yarn fit for slave cloth to bearer, Burwell (a slave).\n                         [1744]","Visitors' inability to fulfill contract leaves him without support, since\n                     position of bankruptcy commissioner failed to materialize. Dr. Robert Patterson\n                     giving his chemistry course. May have to accept permanent position elsewhere.\n                     Pleased at T. J.'s recovery from severe illness. Regards to John Hartwell Cocke\n                     and the Board of Visitors.  [1745]","See Item [1745].  [2962-a]","Position at Lexington, Ky., filled by Dr. Blythe. Therefore, proposes salary\n                     advance and permission to live in University of Virginia buildings immediately.\n                         [1746]","Epictetus of Elizabeth Carter and Sophocles of Robert Potter. Charles\n                     Thompson's translation of Old and New Testaments.  [2962-b]","Returns copy of plan of Poplar Forest. Financial requirements prevent his\n                     moving to the neighborhood of the University at the present time. T. J.'s\n                     illness.  [1747]","Terms of employment, expenses, sums advanced to their wives. Mentions Thomas\n                     Appleton.  [1748]","Long illness deferred reply. Visitors of University of Virginia plan to use all\n                     funds for building, and are deferring appointment of faculty.\n                         [1749]","Letter formally engaging  Dr. Cooper \n                     to teach at the University of Virginia. Quarters provided for him.\n                         [1750]","Letter formally engaging  Dr. Cooper \n              to teach at the University of Virginia. Quarters provided for him.\n              ","Plans for removing -to the University of Virginia. Details regarding the\n                     advance of his salary. Law suit won but lands unsalable. Regards Quaker\n                     petition to Congress on the Missouri question, drawn by Mr. Walsh, as\n                     mischievous interference.  [1751]","Letters from Thomas Cooper. Mentions Mrs. Madison.  [2963]","Requests any payment due to John Wayles estate he paid to Archibald Thweatt,\n                     son-in-law of Francis Eppes, who brought the original suit when T. J. was in\n                     France. Inquiries about getting preference in payment of Wilson Cary Nicholas'\n                     debt.  [1752]","Record in Virginia Supreme Court of Chancery at Staunton. Decision that proof\n                     before court not sufficient, and therefore a commission set up to determine\n                     whether any damage might be done to T. J.'s canal and mills by the use of his\n                     canal by the Rivanna Company. George Divers, William D. Meriwether, Nimrod\n                     Bramham, Dabney Minor, and John Welles, directors of the company.\n                         [1753]","Application for chair of mathematics or natural philosophy at University of\n                     Virginia. Lists experience at West Point, Union College (Schenectady, N. Y.),\n                     work on boundary line at 45° parallel and on coast survey. Judge\n                     Yates of N. Y. will give him reference. Possesses library and apparatus.\n                     Mentions Robert Patterson and Mr. Troughton of London.  [1754]","Slave sale.  [2964]","Mr. Fuller, met in Charlottesville, had poor proof of supposed discovery of the\n                     longitude. T. J. unwilling to make effort to check mathematical project at his\n                     age. Mentions Mrs. Stuart.  [2965]","Has seal for University. Sets out for Columbia, S. C., to be professor of\n                     chemistry at Columbia College for one year.  [1755]","Discusses financial difficulties in building the University of Virginia and\n                     proposes alternate plans and sources of funds.","Sends copy of Democratic Press on the Missouri Question. University of Virginia\n                     seal sent by Mr. Stack. Arrangements for advance on his salary at the\n                     University of Virginia. Mentions John Vaughan and J. Conolly.\n                         [1756]","Applies for professorship of chemistry or natural sciences. Lists publications.\n                     Character of a university set by its professors; cites University of\n                     Pennsylvania's flourishing under William Shippen, Caspar Wistar, and Benjamin\n                     Rush. Thomas Cooper treated unfairly.  [1757]","Mitchell calls on Yancy for the amount of \"Mr.Jefferson's account.\" The\n                     endorsement reads \"Mitchell for the College.\"","Elevation and 3 plans. Specifications on back. (See N-321).  [N-325,\n                        K-20]","Elevation and three plans. Specifications on back. (See N-321).  [N-324,\n                        K-20]","This drawing is of an elevation and three plans; specifications are on the\n                     back. On the first floor is the large schoolroom, and on the second floor are\n                     the professor's three rooms. On June 5, 1819, Jefferson wrote that he was about\n                     to begin the drawings for the pavilion on the east.  [N-321,\n                        K-14]","Elevation and three plans. Specifications on back. (See N-321).  [N-322,\n                        K-16]","Elevations and three plans; shows location of Franklin stoves. Specifications on back. (See N-321).\n                         [N-326, K-22]","Same as N-326, but without the Franklin stoves or specifications. Formerly incorrectly attributed to Cornelia Jefferson Randolph. Thomas S. Ridgeway statement on verso identifies as T. J.'s work. \n                         [N-326-a], [2967]","In specification book (see N-318 Notes and specifications).\n                         [N-317]","[2966]","Payment due John H. Craven, Maupin (the President's agent), Campbell, and\n                     Meeks. William D. Fitz of Milton holds notes. Land as financial security. T. J.\n                     endorsement mentions Jerry.  [2968]","Prices quoted by Hugh Chisholm for work at the University.\n                         [1759]","Estimate of cost of building one range of dormitories.  [1758]","The exterior is based upon the Pantheon in Rome at one-half scale. Construction\n                     began in 1823.  [N-328, K-8]","[N-329, K-9]","Copied from a volume (now in the National Museum), which Jefferson made by\n                     clipping from two copies of the Gospels verses dealing with Christ's life and\n                     moral precepts. (The University of Virginia Library owns the two Bibles from\n                     which the clippings were excerpted).  [1760]","Land surveyed by William Woods. See also N-327a.  [1761, N-554]","Lists of prices for bricklayers, carpenters, plasterers, painters, glaziers,\n                     submitted by Joseph Antrim, Daniel Calverly, Curtis Carter, Dabney Cosby, Hugh\n                     Chisholm, James Dinsmore, Mr. Hudnall, John Neilson, James Oldham, John M.\n                     Perry, Mr. Percival, William Phillips, Mr. Smith, Richard Ware, and Mr. White.\n                     Also listed are Northern prices and Washington prices.  [1762]","Notes on costs of Michele Raggi to the University of Virginia, and payments to\n                     him and to Giacomo Raggi.  [1763]","Essay for facilitating instruction in the Anglo-Saxon and modern English\n                     dialects, prepared for the use of the University of Virginia. Contains sections\n                     on Anglo-Saxon alphabet, orthography, grammar, numbers, pronunciation, and a\n                     specimen (the book of Genesis) of the form in which Anglo-Saxon writings might\n                     be published.  [1963]","[N-465]","Offering to sell his mineral collection, highly recommended by George Gibbs and\n                     Parker Cleaveland. Incorrectly dated 1819.  [1764]","Bitter letter resenting niggardliness of Virginia as opposed to Kentucky, which\n                     has a flourishing university. Subscriptions of Cabell, John Hartwell Cocke,\n                     [George?] Divers, John Harris, James Madison, and his own set aside to pay\n                     Thomas Cooper's salary.  [1765]","Requests remittance to John Vaughan of Philadelphia, to be remitted to Thomas\n                     Appleton, Leghorn, Italy, on account of Michael and Giacomo Raggi. T. J.'s\n                     receipt for same, 13 February 1820, mentioning William Dandridge, Cashier of\n                     the Bank of Virginia.  [1766]","Funds for the University from Literary Fund and elsewhere. Health of his wife,\n                     Mary. Reference to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [1767]","Gilbert Stuart portrait. Mentions Mrs. Randolph and Mrs. Dearborn\n                         [2969]","Offering to sell Dr. Benjamin DeWitt's mineral collection. Mentions Archibald\n                     Bruce and George Gibbs.  [1768]","Amount necessary to finish University construction estimated at $80,000 over\n                     and above expected subscriptions.  [1769]","School commissioners appointed by the County Court of Albemarle, signed by\n                     Alexander Garrett, clerk of court.","Requests information as to when Mrs. Cooper and he are to come to\n                     Charlottesville. South Carolina and Virginia suffer from lack of good\n                     preparatory schools.  [1770]","Request that T. J. arbitrate a disagreement with John Hartwell Cocke on\n                     Neilson's contract. Progress on Pavilion V.  [1771]","Note due Mr. Laporte at Richmond.  [2970]","Attempts to obtain money for the University from the Assembly. References to\n                     William and Mary, Burwell Bassett, James Breckenridge, James Dickinson, George\n                     Hay, and Chapman Johnson.  [1772]","University of Virginia not sufficiently advanced to purchase mineral\n                     collection.  [1773]","Wine by schooner Industry under Corson, care of Mr. Gibson, Richmond. Mr.\n                     Dodge's letter about ship Emma Matilda .  [2971]","Encloses bill just passed regarding funds for the University. References to\n                     James Breckenridge, William F. Gordon, and Chapman Johnson.\n                         [1774]","Act authorizing Visitors of the University of Virginia to borrow money to\n                     finish building. Passed 24 February 1820. Extract from minutes of meeting of\n                     the President and Directors of Literary Fund, 28 February 1820, certified by\n                     William Munford, Clerk. Concerns letter from James Breckenridge, Joseph C.\n                     Cabell, and Chapman Johnson, requesting a loan. ALS, T. J. to Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., President of the Literary Board, 10 March 1820, with detailed\n                     discussion of terms of a loan of $60,000. Extract of the minutes of the meeting\n                     of the Literary Fund Directors, 23 March 1820, certified by William Munford,\n                     Clerk granting a loan of $40,000. Mentions James Breckenridge, Joseph C.\n                     Cabell, Chapman Johnson, and T. J.  [1775]","Confirms the appointment of T. J., James Madison, Chapman Johnson, Joseph C.\n                     Cabell, Robert B. Taylor, James Breckinridge and John Hartwell Cocke as\n                     Visitors of the University of Virginia and authorizes them to fix a day for\n                     meeting.","Request for precise information on where he stands with respect to the\n                     University of Virginia. In view of criticism in the Rev. J. H. Rice's\n                     Evangelical Magazine, is willing to resign. Position would be insecure after T.\n                     J.'s and James Madison's death.  [1776]","Draft notes from a speech, 1820, of John Randolph, with corrections attributed\n                     to Thomas Jefferson, regarding funerals at public expense; accompanied by\n                     Jefferson's half-leaf note regarding an insertion.","Inability to pay debt because of failure of Bedford (Poplar Forest) crop and\n                     flour rents. His debtors unable to pay him. Requests that he \"forgive us our\n                     trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us.  [1777]","Payment to Thomas Cooper. Thanks for copy of William Tilghman's agricultural\n                     orations [before the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture].\n                         [1778]","Error in sum sent to John Vaughan for Cooper has been corrected. Rev. J. H.\n                     Rice's diatribe against Cooper should be ignored. Only opposition to University\n                     is from Presbyterian clergy (not laity) and from William and Mary. Baptists,\n                     Anglicans, and Methodists entirely friendly to University.\n                         [1779]","Order for white and brown sugar, salt, castor oil, corduroy and buttons.","Regrets institution cannot open until 1822. Advised John Vaughan of mistake in\n                     draft. Cannot decide on coming to University of Virginia until he sees Mrs.\n                     Cooper.  [1780]","Covering a letter for [William J.] Coffee.  [1781]","Cotton, ticklenburg, osnaburg, and milk pans.  [2971-a]","Order for dry goods and milk pans.  [1782]","Resolutions on terms and form of security for loan of $40,000 to the University\n                     of Virginia. Binds T. J. as Rector and James Breckenridge, Joseph C. Cabell,\n                     John Hartwell Cocke, Chapman Johnson, James Madison, and Robert Taylor as\n                     Visitors.  [1783]","Latin-Greek and La Porte du Theil editions of Aeschylus. Potter's translation\n                     of Euripides. Milton mail service.  [2972]","Account with T. J.  [2973]","Draft in anticipation of his salary at the University of Virginia in favor of\n                     John Vaughan. Receipt 13 April from John H. Eustace to Alexander Garrett for\n                     letter containing a check. Vaughan's receipt.  [1784]","Action of Board of Visitors makes it necessary to write to Thomas Cooper,\n                     reversing previous stand on the Rev. J. H. Rice's attack. Asks Cocke's approval\n                     of his letter.  [1785]","Accepts loan on behalf of Board of Visitors of University of Virginia on terms\n                     proposed, but requests dates of repayment be deferred to permit completion of\n                     buildings by 1822. Enclosures: a scheme of application of the funds of the\n                     University; proposed applications of the funds of the University; Mr.\n                     Jefferson's estimate of the cost of buildings.  [1786]","New Olive Branch. Wants to exchange copy of Haines. Mentions Bernard Peyton of\n                     Richmond.  [2974]","Agreement to bore pipes for University's water supply.  [1787]","T. J. thanks Holmes for a copy of his pamphlet  Mr.\n                        Holmes' letter to the people of Maine  in which Holmes argued that\n                     any restriction on the admission of Missouri would be unconstitutional. T. J.\n                     responds that the issue of the extension of slavery to the territories which\n                     was temporarily solved by the Missouri Compromise has \"like a fire-bell in the\n                     night, awakened and filled me with terror. I considered it at once as the knell\n                     of the Union.\" He writes of the difficulty of a practical solution to the issue\n                     of slavery and emancipation for \"we have the wolf by the ear, and we can\n                     neither hold him, nor safely let him go. Justice is in one scale, and\n                     self-preservation in the other.\" T. J. believes that a diffusion of slavery\n                     over a broader territory would make emancipation easier and cautions against\n                     Congress interfering in state issues. He concludes that he will now die\n                     believing \"that the useless sacrifice of themselves by the generation of 1776\n                     ... is to be thrown away by the unwise and unworthy passions of their sons, and\n                     that my only consolation is to be, that I live not to weep over it.\"\n                         [2974-a]","Prejudice of clergy may be due to review of Joseph Priestley's writings.\n                     Trustees at Columbia willing to hire him on same terms as at Virginia, but\n                     clergy may be busy there too.  [1788]","Requests estimate for completing three additional pavilions, five hotels, and\n                     additional dormitories. (Report to Literary Fund, April 1820, contains these\n                     figures).  [1789]","Difficulties regarding location of Hotel A at the University. Mentions James\n                     Oldham, John M. Perry, and George W. Spooner.  [1790]","Asks immediate reply to proposal for additional loan for University of\n                     Virginia.  [1791]","Trustees of South Carolina College unanimously voted him professorship of\n                     geology, mineralogy, or law to add to present of chemistry, subject to approval\n                     of legislature. Recommended purchasing his collection of minerals Asks news of\n                     Correa da Serra. Regrets controversy raised on his account, and that he cannot\n                     go to Virginia. Robert Walsh calling for renewal of Missouri question.\n                         [1792]","Statement of interest and principal to fall due from 1820 to 1826 on T. J. and\n                     T. J. Randolph's bonds.  [1793]","Promissory note for $900.","Requests instructions on tin gutters for dormitories, ornaments on pavilions,\n                     house for the Raggi brothers, marble for the columns, brickwork, and laying of\n                     pipe for water supply.  [1794]","University will not open in time for Francis Eppes. Prefers Virginia school and\n                     Virginian character. Yale University. T. J.'s problems with Wilson Cary\n                     Nicholas. Debts. Proposes to exchange U.S. Bank stock for T. J.'s. slaves at\n                     Buckingham to be sent to Bedford for Francis. Francis left Laporte. Note on\n                     Richmond for Francis.  [2975]","Asks basis on which applications for professorships at University of Virginia\n                     will be received. Is tutor at Yale College.  [1795]","Engineering operations of Commonwealth of Virginia in hands of Thomas Moore and\n                     Isaac Briggs. Design for the Washington Monument. Date of opening of the\n                     University uncertain. His ill health.  [1796]","Proposals for changes to Monroe's house (Oak Hill?).  [1797]","Delay in opening of seminary because of its conversion into a public\n                     university. Terms of loan to University tie up all funds for next five years;\n                     hopes for remitting of loan. Francis Eppes' education with Mr. Stack and Mr.\n                     Ragland. Recommends he go to Columbia College to study under Cooper rather than\n                     to Eastern colleges. Plans for selling slaves to Eppes to pay his debts. Hopes\n                     for compromise in his commitment for Wilson Cary Nicholas' debt. Insists that\n                     women slaves be included in sale, which will produce addition capital in the\n                     future. Part of Poplar Forest to be given to Francis Eppes. Accepts his offer\n                     of the harpsichord for Poplar Forest. Invites Eppes to visit Monticello to see\n                     the University. Describes present and projected buildings.\n                         [1798]","[Break in text]. Mentions Francis Eppes. Disposition of Bedford lands,\n                     including those of Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. House like Pantops for Francis\n                     Eppes. To meet John Wayles Eppes at Poplar Forest after Visitors' meetings.\n                     Harpsichord from Millbrook to Poplar Forest for Martha and children. New Canton\n                     Road better than Buckingham Court House Road. University.\n                         [2976]","Indefinite yet as to whether he will accept permanent position at South\n                     Carolina. Discusses cost and curriculum at South Carolina College. Dislike for\n                     the New England character. Hope Stephen Elliot of Charleston will replace the\n                     deceased principal, Jonathan Maxcy. Gloomy about religious intolerance. Rev.\n                     [John Jacob?] Janeway's refusal to baptize grandchild of Peter S. Duponceau\n                     because of irregular church attendance. Reexamination of his works fails to\n                     show opposition to Christianity. Mentions Pierre Jean George Cabanis, Mr.\n                     Nulty, Joseph Priestley, and Benjamin Rush.  [1799]","Mr. Randolph's valuation of market wagon. Trip to the West. Beverly absent from\n                     carpenters.  [2977]","Thomas Cooper's information regarding expenses, curriculum, and staff at South\n                     Carolina College. Stephen Elliot a leading botanist and Nulty second to\n                     Nathaniel Bowditch in mathematics. Recommends Francis Eppes go there when\n                     Stack's school closes. Recommends John Hartwell Cocke's Bremo Seminary for the\n                     younger children. Accepts proposal of loan to be repaid in slaves in two years,\n                     men, women, and children. Proposed visit to Mill Brook. Francis Eppes' health.\n                     Mentions Correa da Serra, and Mr. Richardson of the Bremo Seminary.\n                         [1800]","Resolutions regarding payment of last installment of the loan to the University\n                     of Virginia.  [1801]","Information for the 1820 Census at Monticello on recto. Verso lists slaves and\n                     clothing issued to them, 1820-21.  [2977-a]","Requests copy of previous bond, so new one can be executed in same fashion.\n                     Resolutions of Literary Fund Board received too late to comply with date of\n                     application for loan.  [1802]","Agreement to lend T. J. $4000, with interest payable annually and the principal\n                     to be paid in slaves. Francis Eppes' education at Columbia College and at the\n                     University of Virginia. Admiration for Thomas Cooper. Best route Monticello by\n                     Buckingham Court House. Crops universally fine.  [1803]","Propose three different schemes for completing marble work for the University:\n                     in Charlottesville, at Leghorn, Italy, or at Carrara, Italy.\n                         [1804]","Recommending contract with Raggis for marble columns be relinquished, since\n                     Thomas Appleton can procure them more cheaply in Italy. Mentions Arthur Spicer\n                     Brockenbrough.  [1805]","The increase and rise of our country. Opinions on the Missouri question.\n                     Importance of state governments.  [1806]","Recommending ending the contract with Raggi brothers, Raggis to pay expenses of\n                     the return voyage.  [1807]","Requesting him to audit the books of the Bursar and Proctor before the Board of\n                     Visitors' meeting. Dinner at Monticello before the meeting.\n                         [1808]","Loan from the Literary Fund to the University of Virginia.\n                         [1809]","Complaints of his treatment, bad food, delay in getting marble blocks, lack of\n                     understanding. Propose to finish term working at Washington or to do all\n                     columns at Carrara.  [1810]","Robert Mitchell to Joel Yancey covering T. J.'s account.\n                         [1210]","Orders four wash basins and pitchers, six chamber pots and a pound of\n                     pepper.","The Missouri question a Federalist plot to divide the country on geographic\n                     lines on basis of slavery, \"as if we were advocates for it\". Right of posterity\n                     to throw away happiness given by those gone before.  [1811]","The letter is a draft, heavily edited by Jefferson, of a letter that was sent to the Literary Fund \n              in Jefferson's capacity as Rector of the University of Virginia. The includes discussion of funding \n              of the University by the General Assembly as one of three levels of public education; the University's \n              debt; the construction of buildings; and, possible dates of opening.","Verification of Alexander Garrett's account.  [1812]","Cost of Corinthian capitals. Payment to be remitted through Samuel Williams of\n                     London.  [1813]","Sends form of bond to be executed by the Visitors. Explanation of date on the\n                     bond. Plan to visit Albemarle. Mentions William Munford.\n                         [1814]","Deals with construction problems of the Hotels. Wishes to correct his report to\n                     the Visitors. Mentions James Oldham.  [1815]","Division in the country with regard to slavery pushed by the Federalists.\n                     Secession would not last long. Importance of U. S. standing as an example of\n                     unity to the world.  [1816]","List of books ordered (probably for the University of Virginia Library)\n                     principally Anglo-Saxon, ecclesiastical and religious. (Most of these appear in\n                         A Catalogue of the Library of the University of\n                        Virginia,  1828.)  [1817]","Bill of Mr. Edmund Meeks.  [2978]","Estimates cost of columns for several pavilions and the library (Rotunda).\n                         [1818]","An introduction for the son of James Maury.","Scholarship of H. B. Trist, son of H. B. Trist, grandson of Mrs. House.\n                         [2979]","Letter covering the accounts of the Bursar and Proctor. Explains certain\n                     corrections by the Proctor.  [1819]","Mr. Meeks leaving. Mentions Mr. Colclaser. Mr. Randolph in Richmond.\n                         [2980]","His second application for a position at the University of Virginia. Gives as\n                     references [John Quincy?] Adams, Mr. Holley, and [James?] Monroe.\n                         [1820]","Encloses estimate of cost of University when completed. Gigantic efforts of New\n                     York in education shown by Clinton. Plan for elementary education for Virginia.\n                     Letter to be communicated to James Breckenridge, William F. Gordon, Chapman\n                     Johnson, and William Cabell Rives. Enclosure: statement of probable cost of\n                     buildings.  [1821]","T. J. requests that his mail be forwarded.","Regrets at the departure of Correa da Serra. Wishes well for revolutionary\n                     movements in Brazil, but hopes they will not affect Correa's good fortunes.\n                         [1822]","A dinner invitation.","Application for position at University teaching drawing.\n                         [1823]","Attack on Governor Randolph's character. Money from the Assembly for\n                     University. Requests fuller accounts by Bursar, Mr. Garrett. References to\n                     James Breckenridge, Mary Cabell, Chapman Johnson.  [1824]","Resolution giving grants to William and Mary, Hampton-Sidney, Washington\n                     College, New London Academy, and the University will defeat the claims of the\n                     University on the Literary Fund. Attitude of James Breckenridge, John Bowyer,\n                     John Coalter, George W. Crump, Philip Doddridge, David S. Garland, William F.\n                     Gordon, Mr. [Richard] Morris, Thomas Miller, Isaac Otey, Jr., Judge Spencer\n                     Roane, Mr. [William?] Taylor, and David Watson. Alexander Garrett's account for\n                     the University. Comments on Governor Randolph's message.\n                         [1825]","Sends copy of letter to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., explaining an apparent\n                     difference in the Visitors' Report and the Proctor's estimate of the amount\n                     necessary to complete buildings. (See 9 November 1820). Ascendancy of\n                     Massachusetts in the U. S. is due to education.  [1826]","Explanation and apology for an error in the report of the Board of Visitors.\n                         [1827]","Possibilities involved in the Missouri question. While Virginia and\n                     Pennsylvania hold together, the Atlantic states can never separate.\n                         [1828]","Thanks him for his pamphlet on penal jurisprudence. Beccaria's principles are\n                     being attempted in U.S. University of Virginia. Tolerance of intellectual\n                     error. Upheavals in England puzzling. Queen must be a rallying point for\n                     discontented. James Maury is sending bust to T. J.  [2981]","Plans for professorships still undecided. When buildings completed, must rely\n                     on legislature for funds to open.  [1829]","TJ requests information about John Sanderson who proposed to publish a\n                     multi-volume biograhy of the Signers. TJ explains that he has already sent\n                     information on George Wythe to Sanderson and received the first volume in\n                     return and found it \"superiorly written; exhibiting mind, information \u0026\n                     polisth, a little too florid perhaps for the sober style of history ....\"\n                     Believing that Sanderson might apply to him again for information on other\n                     signers TJ asks Du Ponceau about Sanderson and his purpose: \"What is his\n                     character moral and political, does he write for money or fame, etc?\n                     Information as to these particulars must govern my confidences ....\" TJ\n                     promises to burn Du Ponceau's reply as soon as he has received it.","University of Virginia not yet ready to employ professors.\n                         [1830]","Pork delivered to Mr. Minor.  [2982]","Building to be constructed at the University of Virginia.\n                         [2983]","Design of Jefferson's drawn by John Neilson?  [N-435]","The design was probably based on William Kent's edition of Inigo Jones, Vol.\n                     II, Plate 17. This is one of Jefferson's most successful designs, see also\n                     N-262-3.  [N-350, K-Pl. 14]","Regarding the ornament on the house, Jefferson wrote that he did not mind\n                     taking liberties with his own buildings, but in public buildings the rules of\n                     classical architecture should be strictly followed.  [N-351, K-Pl.\n                        15]","[N-338, K-Pl. 2]","[N-339, K-Pl. 3]","[N-340, K-Pl. 4]","[N-341, K-Pl. 5]","[N-342, K-Pl. 6]","[N-343, K-Pl. 7]","[N-344, K-Pl. 8]","[N-345, K-Pl. 9]","[N-346, K-Pl. 10]","[N-348, K-Pl. 12]","[N-349, K-Pl. 13]","\"Latrobe.\"  [N-337, K-Pl. 1]","[N-347, K-Pl. 11]","Estimates of proposed application of revenue. Proposals to the legislature\n                     regarding funds and appropriations. Supplementary sources of income.\n                         [1832]","By Jefferson. Shaded by John Nielson.  [N-335, K-7]","Includes elevation and three plans, with specifications on back. Construction\n                     finished in 1821. (See N-316).  [N-356, K-17]","Elevation and three plans. \"Latrobe\" in Jefferson's writing, upper right.\n                     Specifications on back. The entrance motif is a favorite of Ledoux', whose work\n                     Jefferson had admired in Paris. Building completed 1821, as Jefferson wrote on\n                     September 30 of that year.  [N-357, K-21]","Funds for the University. Doctrine that all colleges receiving funds should be\n                     under the control of the legislature. References to William and Mary, Mr.\n                     Bassett, Samuel Blackburn, Philip Doddridge, David S. Garland, Thomas Griffin,\n                     Chapman Johnson, Thomas Miller, [James?] Smith, Richard Venable, and Henry E.\n                     Watkins.  [1833]","Letter from Judge Spencer Roane, asking a favor.  [1834]","T. J. thanks Hayden for some geological essays.","Little prospect of gaining additional funds for the University. References to\n                     Mr. Broadnax, [Richard?] Morris, and [Samuel] Taylor.  [1835]","Funds for the University. Plans to leave public life at end of present session.\n                     References to James Breckenridge, [Nathaniel?] Claiborne, John Hartwell Cocke,\n                     Chapman Johnson, and James P. Preston.  [1836]","Accounts. Mentions T. J. Randolph.  [2984]","Membership in American Academy of Language and Belles Lettres.\n                         [2985]","Accounts.  [2986]","T. J. encloses a letter to Joseph Carrington Cabell (not present).","Request that Visitors call a meeting to prevent lapsing of Chapman Johnson's\n                     commission as Visitor. Mentions James Breckenridge, John Hartwell Cocke, James\n                     Madison, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Robert B. Taylor.\n                         [1837]","Call for a special meeting of the Board on 1 April 1821, signed by James\n                     Breckenridge, Joseph C. Cabell, T. J., Chapman Johnson, James Madison. and\n                     Robert B. Taylor.  [1838]","Details of a loan for the University. Urging James Breckenridge, Cabell, and\n                     Chapman Johnson to \"die in the last ditch\" for the University. Mentions John\n                     Hartwell Cocke.  [1839]","Accounts with Joseph Gilmore, John Rogers, and Edmund Meeks.\n                         [2987]","Agrees to be a candidate for Assembly again. Funds for the University.\n                     References to Samuel Blackburn, James Breckenridge, Chapman Johnson, and\n                     William Selden.  [1840]","Letter sent to James Breckenridge should be shown within the circle of\n                     discretion.  [1841]","Meeting of the Board of Visitors. Funds for the University. Passage of James\n                     River Bill by House of Delegates. References to William Archer, James\n                     Breckenridge, William Brodnax, Armistead Currie, David S. Garland, Chapman\n                     Johnson, Robert Mallory, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Samuel Taylor, and Robert\n                     B. Taylor.  [1842]","Funds for the University. References to Samuel Blackburn, [Nathaniel?]\n                     Claiborne, and David S. Garland.  [1843]","Pamphlet proving that William and Mary was intended to be a seminary of the\n                     Church of England. Statutes require all Visitors to be of the Church of\n                     England.  [1844]","Passage of bill providing funds for the University. Mentions Samuel Blackburn,\n                     James Breckenridge, John Bowyer, William B. Chamberlayne, George W. Crump,\n                     Armistead Currie, William F. Gordon, James Hunter, Chapman Johnson, George\n                     Loyall, Richard Morris, Mr. Stephenson, and David Watson.\n                         [1845]","Ellen's copy of a letter, 1814 January 16, to Thomas Cooper of Carlisle, Pa.,\n                     in which he outlined course of study for law will be enclosed. Four epochs of\n                     English Law: Bracton (Common Law), Coke, Matthew Bacon, and Blackstone. Course\n                     begins with law at time of King James, goes to Bacon, then to Blackstone and\n                     Wooddeson. Baron Geoffrey Gilbert, Cooper's edition of Justinian's Institutes\n                     (for Roman law), Reeves' History, Vaughan's Reports of Gardener and Sheldon.\n                     Mentions Browne's Compendium of the Civil and Admiralty Law, Jure\n                     Ecclesiastica, and Les Institutions du Droit et la Nature et des Gens de\n                     Rayneval, Fonblanque's edition of Francis' Treatise of Equity.\n                         [2988]","Copy of Item 2988 with added note praising J. H. Thomas'  A Systematic Arrangement of Lord Coke's First Institute of the Laws of\n                        England. [2988-a]","[2989]","T. J.'s recollections concerning the property of Joshua Fry, given in\n                     connection with an ejection suit in Greenup Circuit Court, Ky., John Doe for\n                     John Fry vs. Thomas and Samuel Bell.  [1846]","Advises building no more buildings than those for which there is money in hand.\n                     Urges Jefferson to use his influence in the election of friends of the\n                     University. References to James Breckenridge, William H. Brodnax, Samuel\n                     Taylor, Littleton Tazewell, and Mr. Watts.  [1847]","Call for a special meeting of the Board of Visitors to prevent Chapman\n                     Johnson's commission from lapsing. Sends pumpkin and asparagus seeds from\n                     [Caesar] Rodney.  [1848]","Introducing Lardner C. Vanuxem, candidate for professorship of chemistry and\n                     mineralogy at the University of Virginia, recommended by Thomas Cooper.\n                         [1849]","Recommendation of Dabney Cosby's brickwork. Regrets failure to send firkin of\n                     butter.  [1850]","Recommends Lardner C. Vanuxem, recently returned from abroad, for a\n                     professorship. Highly recommended by Thomas Cooper. Mentions Correa da Serra,\n                     Peter S. DuPonceau, James Madison, and James Monroe.  [1851]","Introducing Thomas Sully, the portrait painter. Requests estimate on cost of\n                     the marble columns and of the library. On back is \"An Estimate for the cost of\n                     Stone work.\"  [1852]","Application for position teaching mathematics, philosophy, military science,\n                     and architecture at the University of Virginia.  [1853]","Sends estimate of cost of columns and of Rotunda.  [1854]","University not ready to employ professors.  [1855]","University of Virginia professors.  [2990]","Impressed with qualifications of Lardner C. Vanuxem; appreciates Du Ponceau's\n                     and Thomas Cooper's recommendations. Opening of University and appointment of\n                     professors indefinitely deferred.  [1856]","Reasons for inability to attend meeting of the Board of Visitors. Note sent by\n                     [Valentine?] Southall.  [1857]","Excusing Cocke from attending the meeting of the Board of Visitors because of\n                     illness. Acknowledges carp and kale seed. Mentions James Breckenridge, Joseph\n                     C. Cabell, Chapman Johnson, James Madison, and Robert B. Taylor.\n                         [1858]","After working for four years as journeyman, applies for carpentry work on his\n                     own at University. Mentions James Dinsmore, John Neilson, and John M. Perry.\n                         [1859]","Order for money to be paid to his wife.  [1860]","Impressed with Lardner C. Vanuxem and with his recommendations from Peter S.\n                     DuPonceau, Thomas Cooper, and Vaughan. Appointment of faculty indefinitely\n                     delayed. Acknowledgment received from Thomas Appleton for remittance last year,\n                     but none from Mr. Dodge. Places less confidence in Dodge than in [Etienne?]\n                     Cathalan.  [1861]","T. J. asks Secretary of the Treasury William H. Crawford to expedite payment of funds owed Virginia and needed for the completion of the \n              University of Virginia's buildings.","Sends copy of proceedings of meeting of Board of Visitors. Remittance to Thomas\n                     Appleton for capitals. Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough settling accounts to see if\n                     money available to begin Rotunda. References to James Breckenridge, Joseph\n                     Cabell, Chapman Johnson, and James Madison. Enclosure: extract of proceedings.\n                         [1862]","Order for Ionic and Corinthian capitals; payment being made through bill from\n                     Bernard Peyton of Richmond to Samuel Williams of London. Specifications for\n                     these on enclosure. Payments to Giacomo Raggi's wife. No more money due to\n                     Michael Raggi, but he may work on columns at Carrara if Appleton wishes.\n                     Requests information on cost of capitals for the Rotunda as represented in\n                     Andrea Palladio.  [1863]","John Calhoun states that amount due to Virginia for advances during War of 1812\n                     cannot be ascertained. Has written to Peter Hagner to speed up matter.\n                         [1864]","Recommends purchase of cement from Andrew Smith. Glass for the University.\n                         [1865]","Cabell's illness. Requests information regarding last meeting of the Board of\n                     Visitors. Success of Samuel Blackburn, James Breckenridge, David S. Garland,\n                     Mr. Maury of Buckingham, and Joseph Shelton in the recent election. Funds for\n                     the University.  [1866]","Amount of claim of the Commonwealth of Virginia against the U. S. less than T.\n                     J. hoped. Claims presented by C. Selden, Virginia agent, will be paid soon.\n                     Hopes no unfavorable effect on the opening of the University.\n                         [1867]","Disappointed at present state of the University. Grateful for T. J.'s attention\n                     to documents placed in his care.  [1868]","Encloses letter that may be of some help to Garrett, although T. J. has no\n                     personal relation with Governor [Lewis] Cass and no acquaintances in Detroit.\n                         [1869]","Presenting a pair of buck's antlers.  [1870]","Bond for $2400. Receipts, dated 15 January and 15 July 1827, for $1803 from\n                     Thomas Jefferson Randolph noted on verso.  [1871]","Witnessed by James M. Randolph and Tarleton Saunders.  [2991]","Orders cotton cloth, lining and trimmings for two suits. \"They are for\n                     servants.\"","Evaluation of facilities, curriculum, and faculty of South Carolina College,\n                     comparing the professor of mathematics to Nathaniel Bowditch, Audraine, and\n                     Nulty. Virginia legislature must have liberality to compete with them. Progress\n                     of Francis Eppes. Lectures in chemistry, mineralogy, criticism, Belles Lettres.\n                         [1872]","Appreciates good wishes for his own and country's welfare. Recommends Dr.\n                     [Robert?] Andrews for professorship at the University. Regrets delay in opening\n                     of University, unnecessary in view of the resources of Virginia. Recommends fee\n                     system of University of Coimbra, Portugal, together with a law requiring that\n                     all pastors, lawyers, and physicians practicing in the Commonwealth be\n                     graduated from the University. Hopes Jefferson will live to see the opening of\n                     the University.  [1873]","Opening date of University deferred until one year after the legislature remits\n                     the debt. Information on faculty, curriculum, and costs for benefit of Bland's\n                     son.  [1874]","Martha brought Col. Taylor's letter to Judge Roane. Hail storm damage to crops\n                     between Monticello and Mechunk, including those of Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Rogers, Gilmer. Trip to Bedford; work on mill. James Randolph studies Greek\n                     with T. J. and French with girls; soon to New London, Va. Funds for University\n                     and Proctor's account. Plans for Library. Literary Board. Martha not well.\n                     William and Anne Cary Randolph Bankhead at Monticello with children, except\n                     John.  [2992]","Approval of John Taylor's Construction Construed. States coordinate rather than\n                     subordinate to federal government. Peculiar happiness of our system is on\n                     appeal to the ballot rather than the cannon.  [1875]","Extending the deed of trust [on Poplar Forest] to additional notes for $4000\n                     and $2500 at the Farmer's Bank.  [1876]","Application for loan from the Literary Fund approved by act of the General\n                     Assembly.  [1877]","Absences from Richmond of Mr. Pendleton, Sr., and Mr. Daniel delay Literary\n                     Board. Loan directed by Legislature. Slave revolt. Wheat, flour and tobacco\n                     prices. Mentions Winchester bushel. Careers in agriculture and law. Henrico\n                     lands. Edgehill for James Randolph. Ridicule by New England is the strongest\n                     ally of education and reason in area.  [2994]","Meeting of the Board of the Literary Fund.  [1878]","Rough draft of bond for loan of $30,000.  [1879]","Bond for a loan of $29,100. Notation: \"1822. January gave a bond for 30,900. D.\n                     verbatim as this except at to the sum.\"  [1880]","Cabell's illness. Request for complete statement of all University accounts for\n                     the next General Assembly. Attacks on the University by the Presbyterians of\n                     Hampton-Sydney and the Episcopalians of William and Mary. Washington College to\n                     receive Robinson's estate.  [1881]","Application for professorship of mathematics at the University of Virginia","Lame horse. Mr. Bacon's fodder accounts. Payment from Isham Randolph. Anne\n                     Bankhead and Charles Bankhead. To Bedford. Dr. Watkins to charge treatments to\n                     his sister to T. J.'s own account.  [2994-a]","Warrant for $14,550 to be placed to the credit of the University of Virginia at\n                     the Bank of Virginia. Mentions John Hartwell Cocke. Mentions verbatim copy\n                     addressed to Philip N. Nicholas, President of the Farmer's Bank of Virginia.\n                         [1882]","T. J. asks Rush to meet with George Blaetermann and determine if Blaetermann is\n                     still interested in the position of professor of modern languages at the\n                     University of Virginia.","Originally attached to T. J.'s letter to Richard Rush of the same date.","Proposing to defer regular autumnal meeting of the Board of Visitors until\n                     Wednesday preceding the meeting of the Assembly, when a clear and satisfactory\n                     report on construction can be given.  [1883]","Sends letters regarding the Board of Visitors' meeting for his signature. Trip\n                     to Bedford County. Congratulations on the change of his condition [his\n                     marriage]. Originally enclosed in  [1886] [1884]","Encloses order from the President and Directors of the Literary Fund for\n                     $29,100 for the use of the University.  [1885]","To arrange affairs before General Assembly meets. Also signed by John Hartwell\n                     Cocke and James Breckenridge.  [2995]","Notice of meeting.","Call for a special meeting of the Board of Visitors. Three identical copies,\n                     each signed by T. J. and Cocke, with one additional signature on each.\n                         [1886]","Missouri question has bought back the Hartford Convention men to power. Union\n                     strengthened with westward expansion.  [1887]","Two necessary measures: checking invasion of states' rights by federal\n                     judiciary and paying the national debt.  [1888]","Sum of $14,550 deposited to the credit of the University of Virginia.\n                         [1889]","Approves special meeting of Visitors. Recommends appointment of temporary\n                     accountant as aid to Proctor.  [1890]","Meeting of the Board of Visitors. Cabell's health. Reference to Mary Cabell.\n                         [1891]","Approving special meeting of Visitors.  [1892]","Order to send Brazilian ores by John Barnes. Prices of Cardelli's busts of\n                     Madison and Monroe.  [1893]","Course of study for Francis Eppes at Columbia College, S. C.\n                         [1894]","Opening of University awaits action of Legislature on Literary Fund Loan.\n                         [2996]","Lewis' letter indicates James Barron is unprincipled.  [2997]","Detailed report on the cost of various buildings from information presented by\n                     Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough. Funds to be used for the library (Rotunda).\n                     Enclosure:  A view of the whole expenses of the\n                        Funds of the University.  [1895]","News received from Thomas Appleton of the death of Raggi's wife in Carrara,\n                     Italy. Requests orders on money being held for him. No news of Michael Raggi.\n                         [1896]","Honored by preference for professorship at the University of Virginia.\n                     Considers himself engaged.  [1897]","Conveys thanks to Jefferson. Eager to teach rising citizens of a country whose\n                     government is founded on the rights of man.  [1898]","Concerning William Mitchell's account against Jefferson.\n                         [1210]","Choice of arbiters for the settlement of James Oldham's account. References to\n                     [George?] Divers and [Dabney?] Minor.  [1899]","Arbitration of a dispute with workers at the University by [George?] Divers and\n                     [Dabney?] Minor.  [1900]","Requests permission to publish T. J.'s letter on the judiciary.\n                         [1901]","Absence from the meeting of the Board of Visitors due to illness. Advisability\n                     of finishing all University buildings. University finances. References to\n                     Chapman Johnson and Dr. [John A.] Smith of Williamsburg.\n                         [1902]","Receipt for money paid for hoisting machine for University.\n                         [1903]","Attack on states' rights by the federal judiciary. Virginia too much out of\n                     favor to protest at this time.  [1904]","Unauthorized publishing of his letters. Future corruption of U.S. government.\n                     Consolidating effect of judiciary. Missouri crisis.  [2998]","Treatise on Descriptive Geometry.  [2999]","Wants Congress to repeal import duty on books.  [3000]","Petition to abolish tariff on scientific books imported from abroad.\n                         [1905]","Petition from \"divers Colleges, Academies, and literary and scientific\n                     Societies\" to Congress to remove tariff on books. Letters from President\n                     Kirkland of Harvard College transmitting printed petition, asking signatures.\n                         [1906]","Forwards copy of petition to Congress sent from Harvard College; has been asked\n                     to get signatures of institutions of South and West. Proposed it to Chapel\n                     Hill, N. C., Columbia, S. C., Athens, Ga., Transylvania, Ky. Printers do not\n                     need protective tariff.  [1907]","Eppes' ill health. Disrespect shown  Dr.\n                        Cooper  by Columbia students. Requests slips of purple grape.\n                     Proposal for exchange of his land for T. J.'s Bedford lands so that Francis\n                     Eppes can settle on the Bedford estate.  [1908]","Copy of Greenlee's plat will make his patent good against a junior claim.\n                     Meeting of Board of Visitors, with John Hartwell Cocke, Chapman Johnson, and\n                     James Madison attending. State of the University published in papers. Decision\n                     on commencing the library deferred.  [1909]","Proposal for supplying lumber for central building of college.\n                         [1910]","Petition to abolish tariff on books similar to that on Kirkland's circular sent\n                     to Congress. Hopes Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, and South Carolina will\n                     do likewise. Happy for the occasion of cooperating with other literary\n                     institutions.  [1911]","Unable to obtain copy of deed of conveyance from William Brust, clerk of court.\n                     Mentions Col. Morrison, Col. Nicholas and Mr. Clay.  [3001]","Regarding the Temple of Fortuna pavilion at the University of Virginia.\n                         [1912]","[Thomas] Sully's opinion of D. Mariano.  [1913]","Taxes on land, slaves, horses, carriages, licenses, law processes, seals of\n                     courts, notary seals, tobacco, and military fines in all Virginia Counties.\n                     Comparison of representation and taxation of trans-Allegheny, Valley of\n                     Virginia, Piedmont, and Tidewater.  [1914]","Elevation and 3 plans (two stories). Construction completed in 1822.\n                         [N-358, K-23]","Elevation and two plans, with detail of arched window set in cornice.\n                     Specifications on back headed: \"Hotel A. East. One story with a flat roof and\n                     Chinese parapet.\" Construction completed in 1822.  [N-360,\n                        K-25]","Unfinished studies for plan and elevation. Construction completed in 1822.\n                         [N-359, K-24]","Elevation and two plans. One story. Specifications on back. Construction\n                     completed in 1822.  [N-361, K-26]","Elevation and plan. One story. Specifications on back. Construction completed\n                     in 1822.  [N-362, K-27]","Elevation and three plans. Two stories. Specifications on back. Construction\n                     completed in 1822.  [N-363, K-28]","Construction finished 1822.  [N-355, K-13]","Encloses copy of letter to [Thomas] Griflin answering his letter on the subject\n                     of the University.  [1915]","Cabell in better health. Action in the Assembly regarding funds for the\n                     University. Move to shift seat of government to Staunton. Governor Randolph's\n                     differences with his Council. References to Hampden-Sydney College, Washington\n                     College, William Archer, Samuel Blackburn, Thomas Griffin, Chapman Johnson,\n                     Garrett Minor, [Richard?] Morris, Mr. Ritchie, Mr. Saunders, and Henry E.\n                     Watkins.  [1916]","Suggests the difficulty with Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough be settled by\n                     arbitration.  [1917]","Enclosing a memorandum regarding funds for the University for 1822.\n                         [1918]","Has executed and mailed the bond. Recommends canceling University debt and\n                     giving derelict funds for the library so that the University may open soon.\n                     Strong opposition reported by Cabell.  [1919]","Funds for the University. Reasons for Thomas Griffin's resolution. Opposition\n                     from the clergy. References to William and Mary, Hampden-Sydney, Chapman\n                     Johnson, Bishop [Richard Channing] Moore, Richard Morris, Rev. Mr. Rice, and\n                     Henry E. Watkins.  [1920]","Leaves to Cabell and his colleagues the decision as to methods of gaining\n                     relinquishment of the University debt.  [1921]","Funds for the University. Advises conciliation of the clergy who are uneasy\n                     because of the predominance of the Socinians at Cambridge (Harvard), the\n                     appointment of Thomas Cooper in South Carolina, and the discovery that George\n                     Ticknor and Nathaniel Bowditch are Unitarians. References to Chapman Johnson\n                     and David Watson.  [1922]","Higginbotham asks T. J. to pay his debt.","Requesting Eppes to send House and Senate Journals, American State Papers, and\n                     certain other newspapers and public documents, 1789-1809, to be used in a\n                     project he is planning [the writing of \"some notes and explanations of\n                     particular and leading transactions which history should know\"; T. J. to John\n                     Wayles Eppes, 23 October 1821, DLC]. Oppressiveness of his correspondence.\n                     Reasons for refusal to exchange lands: his age; part of Bedford County lands\n                     held in trust by Bank of the United States for his endorsement for Wilson C.\n                     Nicholas; situation not inconvenient for Francis Eppes. Sends silk tree and\n                     boxwood tree for Mrs. Eppes. Will delay paying interest on his debt to Eppes.\n                         [1923]","Requesting Eppes to send House and Senate Journals, American State Papers, and\n                     certain other newspapers and public documents, 1789-1809, to be used in a\n                     project he is planning [the writing of \"some notes and explanations of\n                     particular and leading transactions which history should know\"; T. J. to John\n                     Wayles Eppes, 23 October 1821, DLC]. Oppressiveness of his correspondence.\n                     Reasons for refusal to exchange lands: his age; part of Bedford County lands\n                     held in trust by Bank of the United States for his endorsement for Wilson C.\n                     Nicholas; situation not inconvenient for Francis Eppes. Sends silk tree and\n                     boxwood tree for Mrs. Eppes. Will delay paying interest on his debt to Eppes.\n                         [3002]","Order for a sifter and some rice.  [1924]","Funds for the University. Estimate of revenue from the Literary Fund.\n                     References to John Bowyer, Chapman Johnson, and Charles Fenton Mercer.\n                         [1925]","Asserts that the University will have an enrollment of over 200 soon after it\n                     opens from every state south of the Ohio, Missouri, and Potomac. Urges\n                     suspension of payment of interest on the University debt.\n                         [1926]","Remembers her from Washington. Mentions Col. Morgan.  [3004]","Flour from Mr. Randolph and Mr. Craven. Corn at Shadwell mill.\n                         [3003]","Funds for the University. The Kentucky Mission. States' Rights. References to\n                     Samuel Blackburn, Thomas Griffin, Chapman Johnson, and Richard Morris.\n                         [1927]","Payment of University debt. Cornices for the rooms of the western hotels.\n                     Friezes by William J. Coffee.  [1928]","Funds for the University. The Literary Fund. References to James Breckenridge,\n                     [Charles?] Cocke, Chapman Johnson, Thomas Miller, and Richard Morris.\n                         [1929]","Order for linen and clothing. Mentions Burwell (slave).  [1930]","University opening delayed. To present Rafinesque's offer to teach Natural\n                     History to Board of Visitors.  [3005]","Funds for the University. References to John Bowyer, Chapman Johnson, Richard\n                     Morris, Samuel Taylor, and David Watson.  [1931]","Failure to pass various bills to provide funds for the University. Reports of\n                     extravagance in construction of the buildings. Attack on the Literary Fund\n                     based on the waste of the Primary School Fund. References to Arthur Spicer\n                     Brockenbrough, Samuel Blackburn, John Bowyer, Mr. Clay, Thomas Griffin, Chapman\n                     Johnson, Richard Morris, and David Watson.  [1932]","Meeting of the Board of Visitors. Funds for the University. Convinced that all\n                     buildings should be completed to give favorable impression. Incidental effects\n                     of the move to shift the capital from Richmond to Staunton. Attitude of the\n                     Federalist Party. References to Wilson J. Cary, George Crump, Thomas Griffin,\n                     Chapman Johnson, James Madison, and John Tyler.  [1933]","Lack of funds forces him to leave school early. Description of his studies\n                     References to John Wayles Eppes' finances.  [1934]","Paper from Mrs. Proctor and account from Mr. Vest. Mr. Stout reduced delivery.\n                     Corn and oats prices. James Monroe, through Mr. Watson, paid slaves' hire.\n                     Grain from Mr. Carr. Jerry to Milton for cement from John Crad[d]ock. Fence\n                     rail. Mentions Gill.  [3006]","James Monroe's plan to pay debt through corn sales. Mr. Rogers to sell corn.\n                     Bishop to buy timber. Isaac hauling wood. Mentions Mr. Watson and coopers.\n                         [3007]","Sends Thomas Appleton's account for marble capitals and sums to be paid Giacomo\n                     Raggi. Note by Garrett: check sent to Bernard Peyton on Farmer's Bank of\n                     Virginia. Receipt by Alexander Garrett to Arthur Brockenbrough for the money.\n                         [1935]","John Wayles Eppes can spare money only for Francis Bacon's Abridgement and Coke\n                     on Littleton. Bad crops, father's ill health make economy essential. Course of\n                     study in law. Invites Martha Randolph and T. J. to visit Mill Brook.\n                         [1936]","Calculations for 6 shafts of Doric columns. Ordered from John M. Perry.\n                         [1937]","Mr. Skinner may quote T. J. letters about Adlum's wines. Caumartin grape. North\n                     Carolina's Scuppernong Creek wine and European wines. Norfolk market brandies\n                     wine too often.  [3009]","Method of determining longitude by occultations, solar eclipses, tedious but\n                     accurate. Sends method of calculation for use of University. Enclosure: \"To\n                     find the Moon's parallaxes in longitude and latitude, independent of the\n                     altitude and longitude of the nonagesimal.\"  [1938]","[3010]","Corn prices and purchases, partly from Mr. Rogers. Horse drover from Missouri\n                     at Charlottesville to sell Chickasaw horses and a mule. T. J. note due Edmund\n                     Bacon, heir to John Bacon, with Martin Dawson.  [3010-a]","Transmits copy of public journals and documents to each state university. Noted\n                     by T. J.: State Papers of 1818, Secret Journals of Congress, Journals of\n                     Federal Convention, Census for 1820.  [1939]","Acknowledges his valued note. Does not wish to burden him with astronomical\n                     labors, merely wishes to aid university in native state by supplying them\n                     accurate method for calculations of longitude.  [1940]","Sends additional contribution to University of Virginia: \"Calculations of the\n                     longitude of the Capital in the City of Washington from Greenwich Observatory,\n                     in England, from the beginning of the Solar Eclipse of August 27th 1821,\n                     Examined and revised.\"  [1941]","Regrets Eppes' illness. Disapproves of Francis Eppes' plan for early marriage\n                     but recommends acquiescence. Promises the house at Poplar Forest and a\n                     plantation with it, but since it is security for his commitment, cannot give a\n                     deed. Recommends Francis live with friends for a year before incurring expense\n                     of housekeeping.  [1942]","Carriage price. Charlottesville carriage maker not good pricing agent; Mr.\n                     Randolph better. Richmond price. T. J. Randolph says Edmund Randolph does not\n                     need Bacon at mill. Mentions Colclaser and plan to leave Virginia.\n                         [3011]","Ox and mule carts of stone hauled by Wormly, Jerry, Isaac, and Ned.\n                         [3012]","Flooring planks arrived. Sends drawing of method of grooving floors.\n                         [1943]","Engaging Clay's professional services in the collection of Thomas Deye Owings'\n                     bond to the late Wilson Cary Nicholas. Involvement of T. J. and Thomas J.\n                     Randolph as endorsers of Nicholas' notes. References to John Brown of\n                     Lexington, Colonel Morrison, and Dabney Terrell.  [1944]","As Rector of University of Virginia, acknowledges volumes presented to it.\n                         [1945]","Money for iron and to pay William Bacon. Bedford cart.  [3013]","Illness prevents attendance at the Board of Visitors meeting. Auditing of the\n                     University's accounts by Martin Dawson. References to John Hartwell Cocke.\n                         [1946]","Presents table for use of University of Virginia, \"A Table of Logarithms for\n                     reducing the Moon's equatorial horizontal parallax from a sphere to an oblate\n                     spheroid, admitting the ratio of the equatorial diameter to the polar axis of\n                     the Earth, to be as 320 to 319.\"  [1947]","Progress of construction. Provision for religious instruction at the\n                     University. Audit of the University's books. (See entry of 23 December).\n                         [1948]","Pamphlets on the disease of cattle in a certain district, and on the new\n                     invention of a water burner. Giving one to agricultural society of which James\n                     Madison is president.  [3014]","Sends copy of resolution of Board of Visitors, authorizing building of the\n                     library, and of an advertisement for the  Richmond\n                        Enquirer  and Charlottesville  Central\n                        Gazette  regarding collection of University subscriptions in arrears.\n                         [1949]","Requests that T. J. use his influence with the President and Secretary of the\n                     Navy to help Randolph's brother-in-law, Beverly Browne, become naval\n                     storekeeper at the Gosport Navy Yard. All wine sold by Captain Crane. (This is\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., II, younger half-brother of Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr.).  [1950]","Lien on ironworks in Montgomery will shield T. J. from loss as endorser of\n                     Wilson Cary Nicholas, if Owings' bond is awarded to Thomas Jefferson Randolph.\n                     Pestilence in Louisville. Mentions Henry Clay, Mr. Green, Mr. Leigh, and\n                     William Morrison.  [1951]","Plan for borrowing money to set up his plantation. Information from Colonel\n                     Burton about Carolina wine, made by Ebinezer Pettigrew of Edenton and George\n                     Spruel of Plymouth, sold by Thomas Cox \u0026 Co. Study of Coke. John Wayles\n                     Eppes' health.  [1952]"," The letter is Jefferson's response to Annesley's request for Jefferson to judge the quality of a pamphlet that Annsley wrote on shipbuilding.\n              Jefferson replied, \"born and bred among the mountains, and scarcely knowing the head from the stern of the ship,\" that he knew little of shipbuilding \n              and was declining the request. \n               Item record. [ViU-2025-0021]","University accounts with Thomas Appleton and Giacomo Raggi. Reference to\n                     Alexander Garrett.  [1953]","Mr. Taylor's letter. Mentions Iturbide. Hopes Brazil and Mexico will\n                     \"homologize with us.\" Arm improved. Aid to Gibson.  [3015]","Forward 250 prints of the plan of the University of Virginia to Bernard Peyton,\n                     retaining plate for future orders. Includes bill.  [1954]","Payment to Peter Maverick for his engraving of the University of Virginia\n                     ground plan. University accounts. References to Bernard Peyton.\n                         [1955]","Statement of University accounts. Possible contracts for the library building\n                     with James Dinsmore, John Neilson, Thorn \u0026 Chamberlain, and John M.\n                     Perry. Has sent Alexander Garrett's account to Martin Dawson.\n                         [1956]","Funds for the University. Literary Fund finances very unfavorable. Cabell's\n                     health improved. Glad T. J.'s wound improving. References to Wilson J. Cary,\n                     David S. Garland, William F. Gordon, Chapman Johnson, Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., [William Cabell] Rives, and Judge St. George Tucker.\n                         [1957]","Cost of building the library estimated by James Dinsmore. Funds for the\n                     University. Purchase of books and apparatus. Settlement of the Proctor's\n                     accounts. References to John Bowyer, Alexander Garrett, William F. Gordon,\n                     James Hunter, George Loyall, and [William Cabell] Rives.\n                         [1958]","Received payment from Col. Bernard Peyton for engraving and printing the plan\n                     of the University.  [3015-a]","Letter transmitting the report of 7 October (q.v.). Additional information on\n                     the financial status of the University.  [1959]","Awaits arrival of ships from Livorno with the University's marble capitals.\n                     Mentions Thomas Appleton.  [1960]","Urges securing of money for the building of the library as of more importance\n                     than the remission of the University's debt. To secure a faculty of the highest\n                     order, must have distinguished structures. Estimates of the cost of the library\n                     by John M. Perry, John Gorman, James Oldham, James Dinsmore, and Arthur Spicer\n                     Brockenbrough. Extreme difficulty in writing. Mentions William Gordon, Chapman\n                     Johnson, George Loyall, and William C. Rives.  [1961]","Funds for the University. Cost of the library. Error in the Proctor's accounts.\n                     References to Briscoe G. Baldwin, John Bowyer, Wilson J. Cary, John Hartwell\n                     Cocke, Peter M. Daniel, David S. Garland, William F. Gordon, Chapman Johnson,\n                     Daniel Sheffey, Allen Taylor, and Henry E. Watkins.  [1962]","[N-384]","Davy can help Joe. Estate of John Bacon.  [3016]","T. J. entries concern slaves. Other entries in hands of T. J. Randolph and\n                     Martha J. Randolph.  [3017]","Plan of dome room with specifications on back, beginning: \"Rotunda, reduced to\n                     the proportions of the Pantheon and accomodated to the purposes of a Library\n                     for the University with rooms for drawing, music, examinations and other\n                     accessory purposes.\" Construction began in 1823.  [N-331, K-11]","Maverick's engraving of University ground plan. Instructions for installing\n                     ornaments for Poplar Forest and the University pavilions. T. J.'s recent fall.\n                     References to Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough, and John Hemings.\n                         [1964]","Funds for the University. University's popularity shown in elections in\n                     Mecklenburg, Lunenburg, Brunswick, Greenville, Henrico, Norfolk, and Essex\n                     counties. References to Mr. Clopton, James Hunter, Arthur Lee, and Addison\n                     Powell.  [1965]","Lodgings for John Gorman, a workman at the University.  [1966]","Requests that Cabell, Chapman Johnson, and George Loyall sign a special call\n                     for a Board of Visitors meeting as soon as the lower house passes the bill\n                     financing the library building. Martin Dawson's estimate of University debts\n                     higher than Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough's. Financing of a state system of\n                     education. Primary education most important, the University next, secondary\n                     schools the least. Mentions James Breckenridge, John Hartwell Cocke, and James\n                     Madison.  [1967]","Concerning discharging the $20,000 debt of W. C. Nicholas.","Loan to T. J. Randolph to discharge Wilson C. Nicholas' bond to the Bank of the\n                     United States.  [1968]","Funds for the University and for colleges and primary schools throughout the\n                     state. Question of moving the capital from Richmond. References to\n                     Hampden-Sydney College, William F. Gordon, [William Cabell] Rives, and Samuel\n                     Taylor.  [1969]","Applying for a position at South Carolina College, with information on his\n                     education, experience, and devotion to the principles for which Robert Emmet\n                     died. Impossibility of returning to Ireland under present conditions. Letter of\n                     introduction from William Sampson.  [1970]","Agrees to place University first, later to come forward as patron of the\n                     primary schools. Disapproves special favors for Hampden-Sydney. Requests\n                     written approval from Board of Visitors for engaging workmen for library.\n                     Mentions Chapman Johnson, George Loyall, and William C. Rives.\n                         [1971]","Valuation of the slaves at Poplar Forest, made in connection with a settlement\n                     between Jefferson and Francis Eppes.  [1972]","Meeting of the Board of Visitors. Loan bill for the University secure. Mr.\n                     Brockenbrough's accounts. References to Philip Doddridge and Thomas Griffin.\n                         [1973]","Attacks on Brockenbrough's honesty by James Oldham, a worker at the University,\n                     sent to Thomas Griffin of the House of Delegates.  [1974]","Passage of the University Bill. References to William F. Gordon, Chapman\n                     Johnson, and George Loyall.  [1975]","No attention paid to James Oldham's charges against Arthur Brockenbrough.\n                     Chapman Johnson's failure to attend meetings of Board of Visitors. University\n                     finances. Application from Dr. Tones, formerly of the College of William and\n                     Mary, for the chemistry chair at the University of Virginia. References to\n                     Briscoe Baldwin, John Bowyer, Philip Doddridge, David S. Garland, William F.\n                     Gordon, George Loyall, Daniel Sheffey, Allen Taylor, and Joseph Watkins.\n                         [1976]","Bill for Poplar Forest ornaments.  [1977]","Legislature empowered Literary Board to supply more funds to University. Mr.\n                     Cabell and Mr. Loyall approved acceptance of loans; if Madison approves, T. J.\n                     and John Hartwell Cocke can proceed to employ workmen without meeting of Board\n                     of Visitors.  [3019]","Congratulations on loan for the University. Suggests that work begin without\n                     formal meeting of the Board of Visitors.  [3020]","Congratulations on loan for the University. Suggests that work begin without\n                     formal meeting of the Board of Visitors.  [1831]","Requests his attendance to discuss the hiring of workmen for the Rotunda, since\n                     legislature has permitted a $60,000 loan. Expects written authorization from\n                     James Breckenridge, Joseph Cabell, George Loyall, and James Madison. Mentions\n                     Arthur Brockenbrough, James Dinsmore, and John Neilson.  [1978]","Requesting her cousin's aid in settling the affairs of her deceased brother,\n                     George Jefferson. Believes that John Garland Jefferson and Patrick Gibson are\n                     being unfair to her.  [1979]","Law regarding seats on the Board of Visitors. Contracts for the library should\n                     be for a definite amount. References to Chapman Johnson and John Augustine\n                     Smith.  [1980]","Probably drawn by John Neilson. Previously attributed to Cornelia Jefferson\n                     Randolph.  [N-354]","Expressing thanks for a copy of Morse's \"Geography\". Age prevents his offering\n                     detailed criticism of tables, but notes omission of William and Mary from list\n                     of colleges.  [1981]","Application for chair of languages at University of Virginia. Transmits four\n                     letters, to be returned, from Robert S. Garnett, Thomas Cooper, and himself.\n                         [1982]","Brockenbrough encloses contracts for work at the University of Virginia with\n                     [James] Dinsmore and [John] Neilson. See 1823 March 12 for contracts.","Returns contracts (for work on the Rotunda) with James Dinsmore, John Neilson,\n                     and Thorn \u0026 Chamberlain. Requests statement of funds as work\n                     progresses. Enclosure: contracts with Dinsmore and Neilson.\n                         [1983]","Contracts made by Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough with Thorn \u0026 Chamberlain,\n                     John Neilson, and James Dinsmore for work on the Rotunda.\n                         [1984]","Invitation to dine at Monticello with Mr. Dodge of Marseilles.\n                         [3021]","Progress on Rotunda. Letter from Thomas J. O'Flaherty. Professor Edward Everett\n                     of Boston must seem heretic to New England.  [3022]","Contracts for the library. Funds for the purchase of books and apparatus.\n                     References to John Hartwell Cocke and Chapman Johnson.  [1985]","Returns papers which have been communicated to James Madison. Cannot appoint\n                     professors until University's debt is discharged. On verso: calculations (for\n                     slaves' clothing?).  [1986]","Merits of the Journal of the Law School sent to T. J. by Taylor. (The law\n                     school referred to is one conducted by Taylor at his estate, Needham).\n                         [1987]","Expenses and income in Albemarle and Bedford. Plans for payment of his own\n                     debts by 1827, of Wilson C. Nicholas' by 1830, and \"the lands will all be\n                     saved\". List of his creditors: [Joseph] Antrim, Edmund Bacon, Bank of the\n                     United States, Bank of Virginia, Joseph Bishop, Brands' executors, Bramham\n                     \u0026 Bibb, Youen Carden, Hugh Chisholm, Dabney Cosby, Martin Dawson, Dodge\n                     \u0026 Oxnard, Francis Eppes, John Wayles Eppes, Farmer's Bank, John Gorman,\n                     Mr. Gough, Elijah Ham, [Frederick W.?] Hatch, David Higginbotham, John Jones,\n                     James Leitch, Leroy \u0026 Bayard, James Lyle, Charles Massie, B. Miller,\n                     John Neilson, Mr. Pini, Hanah Proctor, Dr. Ragland, James Rawlings, Archibald\n                     Robertson, University of Virginia, Dr. Watkins, Mr. Welsh, John Winn, and Joel\n                     Yancey.  [1988]","Regrets that physical disability prevents him from providing material for\n                     Walsh's projected biography. Biography ought not to be written while the\n                     subject is alive, because of difficulty in being properly critical and because\n                     he should have access to the letters of the person while writing. \". . . the\n                     letters of a person . . . form the only full and genuine journal of his life;\n                     and few can let them go out of their own hands while they live. a life written\n                     after these hoards become opened to investigation must supercede any previous\n                     one.\" Correa a member of the Cortes and in poor health, disapproves of our\n                     administration.  [1989]","Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough's and Martin Dawson's estimate of debts,\n                     subscriptions, annuity, prospects of help from legislature, and immediate loans\n                     needed for Rotunda.  [1990]","Brockenbrough encloses contract with Mr. Coffee [not present] because Coffee is\n                     \"dissatisfied and complains heavily of his bargain.\" Brockenbrough also asks\n                     for a public statement on his performance as Proctor since his character has\n                     been \"furiously attacked by an anonymous writer under the name of a\n                     Farmer.\"","Acknowledging a gift of wine. Refuses comment on Adlum's book on wine culture.\n                         [1991]","Sends receipt for Chapman Johnson's subscription to the University. Hopes\n                     Breckenridge's election to the legislature will ensure remission of\n                     University's debt. Estimate of present debt.  [1992]","Instructions for James Dinsmore and John Neilson on the entablature of the\n                     Rotunda.  [1993]","Requests information as to when he should begin his work at the University. Has\n                     toured Germany, France, and Holland collecting materials for lectures. Wishes\n                     to know if his books may enter duty free.  [1994]","Payment for ornaments for the University. Mix-up in shipment. Reference to\n                     Bernard Peyton.  [1995]","T. J. accepts an offer for two already-published volumes in English of\n                     Bartolomé de las Casas with the subsequent volumes to be shipped later\n                     and refuses a copy of Alexander Wilson's  American\n                        ornithology  as too expensive. He hopes that a less expensive version\n                     without plates might be published.","Recommends tax on whiskey to discourage its consumption, but not on imported\n                     wines. Belief in support of infant industries only when they can in the future\n                     become strong. Refuses to express an opinion on the next election.\n                         [1996]","Problems concerning the north front of the Rotunda.  [1997]","Literary Fund Board has authorized loan of $40,000 to the University. Regrets\n                     his delay prevented T. J.'s trip to Poplar Forest. Mentions Alexander Garrett.\n                         [1998]","Alexander Garrett certified as Bursar of the University of Virginia.\n                         [1999]","To Bedford. T. J. Randolph believes tobacco must have reached Richmond.\n                     Payments to Jacobs and Raphael. Nail rod.  [3023]","Authorizing Alexander Garrett, Bursar of the University of Virginia, to receive\n                     funds from the Literary Fund and to transact business for the Board of\n                     Visitors.  [2000]","Bond for $40,000. Conditions of repayment. Note at bottom: \"November 21. 23.\n                     executed a bond for 5000. D. copied verbatim from this except as to sum.\"\n                         [2001]","Application for a position at the University of Virginia teaching French,\n                     Spanish, and Italian. Lists experiences at the University of France and at Dr.\n                     Allen's Academy. Refers him to P. S. DuPonceau.  [2002]","Bond, in T. J.'s hand.","Opening of University uncertain, and appointment of professors delayed.\n                         [2003]","T. J. thanks Somerville for a book on the French revolution.","Hopes Cooper will come to the University of Virginia despite revival of\n                     persecutions from the genus irritabile vatum. Columbian Register of May 10th\n                     contains no article by Ignatius Thompson but does have a message from the\n                     Governor of Connecticut.  [2004]","Advice concerning the settlement of George Jefferson's estate. His high regard\n                     for her father, George Jefferson, and brothers, George Jefferson and John\n                     Garland Jefferson. Mentions Patrick Gibson.  [2005]","Papers to T. J. Randolph at Richmond. Financial problems caused by recent death\n                     of friend. Hopes to open University in time for Giles's son to attend.\n                     Legislature to determine opening date. T. J.'s fractured arm.\n                         [3023-a]","Sends drawings to correct ill effect of angles in passage of the Rotunda.\n                         [2006]","Specifications on back. Construction began in 1823.  [N-330, K-10,\n                        171]","Letter of introduction for Mr. Miralla of South America, who is bringing papers\n                     from T. J.  [2007]","Requesting T. J.'s advice on plan of jail for Nelson County.\n                         [2008]","Age and debility prevent his attending Fourth of July celebration.\n                         [2009]","Plans for Cumberland jail. Literary Board to wait. Rotunda construction. Marble\n                     in transit New York to Richmond.  [3025]","Thomas Appleton's account for the capitals; account of Jonathan Thompson,\n                     Collector of New York, for duty and freight; Thomas Bell's account for freight.\n                         [2010]","Forwards extract of a letter from George Ticknor of Harvard, complimenting the\n              scholarship, zeal, and character of Harrison's son, Jesse Burton Harrison.\n               [2011]","T. J. writes that he was contacted by \"M. Jullien, a person of distinguished science\" to be a contributor to \n               Revue encyclopédique.  \n              The  Revue's  \"object is, by correspondents \n              established in every part of the world, to collect, as to a single focus, the discoveries, \n              inventions, and advances of science generally in every country, and to present in a single mass those deemed worthy of being known.\" \n              T. J. says that due to his age and \"the crippled state of both my hands, writing is become too difficult and slow for me to undertake any correspondence.\" \n              He hopes that by forwarding the matter to Patterson \"some younger member of our society ... might be disposed to accept M. Jullien's correspondence.\" \n              T. J. encloses Jullien's papers [not present] and closes by \"renewing to the Philosophical Society the homage of my respect.\"","Thanking T. J. for his aid in planning the Nelson County jail. References to\n                     Mr. Crawford, Mr. Peck, and William Philips.  [2012]","Cost of the capitals delivered at the University. Mentions Bernard Peyton,\n                     Thomas Appleton, Lyman Peck.  [2013]","Application for position at the University of Virginia. Encloses letters from\n                     T. J., John Roane, and Thomas Cooper.  [2014]","Selection of the site of the Nelson County jail. Details of its plan.\n                     References to Arthur Brockenbrough, William Cosby, Mr. Crawford, Mr. Nelson,\n                     John Perry, William Phillips. Enclosure: memorandum of the contract made 29\n                     July 1823 between Robert Rives, Joseph C. Cabell, and Thomas Massie, Jr., for\n                     the court of Nelson County, and William B. Phillips, who agrees to build the\n                     jail. Contract refers to Jefferson's plan.  [2015]","Recommends Thomas J. O'Flaherty for professorship at the University.\n                         [2016]","Change in his drawing of the library room of the Rotunda.\n                         [2017]","Door for the Rotunda.  [2018]","Construction details regarding main door of Rotunda. Fire at the state\n                     penitentiary.  [2019]","T. J. comments on \"Phocion's\" article in the  National\n                        Intelligencer  regarding the dangers of the election of the president\n                     by states when there is no majority of electoral votes; mentions Col. Taylor's\n                     proposed amendment, the small chance of reform, and his own renunciation of\n                     politics.","Forwards plan of University with printed explanations. Reports progress of\n                     construction. Hopes legislature will enable University to open by liberating\n                     funds. University to be alma mater of South and West.  [2020]","Ford to paint Mrs. Randolph's portrait at Monticello.  [3025-a]","Terms of agreement with Giacomo Raggi for bases of columns. Mentions Mr.\n                     Negrin, John Neilson, and James Dinsmore.  [2021]","Requesting payment of balance due him.  [2022]","Ford to paint the President's (James Monroe's) portrait. Assistance in moving\n                     Ford's instruments.  [3025-b]","Recommending Mr. and Mrs. John Gray as boarding-house keepers for the\n                     University.  [2023]","Recommending that Giacomo Raggi be given an advance, secured by alabaster and\n                     marble which he has permission to sell. Receipt for $50 signed by Raggi.\n                         [2024]","Arrival of Corinthian and Ionic capitals from Italy.  [2025]","Arrival of Corinthian and Ionic capitals from Italy. Itemizes variations from\n                     directions given. Inferior to those done by Michael Raggi.\n                         [2026]","Sends three potato pumpkins and a cushaw squash with cultivation directions.\n                         [2027]","Recommends James W. Ford as portrait painter. Mentions portrait of James\n                     Monroe.  [3025-c]","For carving of Corinthian bases for University of Virginia columns, to be\n                     executed by Raggi under the direction of Thomas Appleton.\n                         [2028]","Concerning work on the Rotunda.","Capitals received approved on the whole, but certain details unsatisfactory.\n                     Contract with Giacomo Raggi for Rotunda capitals. Requests price of bases for\n                     columns, wooden columns for interior, and marble squares for floor. Asks for\n                     engraving of Pantheon. Payment to be remitted by Bernard Peyton through Samuel\n                     Williams of London.  [2029]","Coffey's and Roscoe's books on prisons. Unable to find the Oxford and Cambridge\n                     Guide. New purchase of land will make it necessary to withdraw from the Senate.\n                         [2030]","Transfer of title of the University lands from the Proctor to the Rector and\n                     Visitors.  [2031]","Literary Board funds inadequate. Bursar needs supplement for Proctor.\n                         [3026]","Consultation with James Madison regarding a substitute for Cabell (in making\n                     the trip to Europe to engage faculty for the University).\n                         [2032]","Muscat and Madeira wines. Mr. and Mrs. Martin to dine. Mrs. Randolph to visit.\n                         [3027]","Settlement of James Oldham's and John Neilson's account. Requests estimate of\n                     money available for professors.  [2033]","Order to remit funds for the Rotunda columns to Thomas Appleton, Leghorn,\n                     Italy, through Bernard Peyton, Richmond.  [2034]","Personal affairs delay his attending Assembly meetings. Returns Roscoe's work\n                     on prisons. University bill to be pushed by James Breckenridge and Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.  [2035]","Estimate of expenses for the University of Virginia for 1824, unless\n                     brickmaking is resumed. Martin Dawson's charges will be slight in future.\n                         [2036]","Bill to remove the University debt. References to Colonel Boyd, William F.\n                     Gordon, James Pleasants, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [2037]","T. J. presents Laval with a list of books he wants sent to him.","T. J. recommends Philips for the excellence of his bricklaying and \"correctness\n                     of his conduct.\"","Number of hands required for the next year's work at the University.\n                         [2038]","Funds for the University. References to Thomas Miller and Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr.  [2039]","State of funds for 1823, estimate for 1824, annual income, annual expenses, and\n                     probable expenses of a student.  [2040]","Search of Truth in the Science of the Human Mind.  [3028]","Detailed account of funds and debts 1820-1823. Interest payments projected to\n                     1839.  [2041]","[2042]","Deals with right of Francis Eppes to that part of John Wayles Eppes' estate\n                     which John Wayles Eppes possessed in right of his first wife, Maria Jefferson\n                     Eppes. Mentions Martha B. Eppes, John Wayles Eppes' second wife; Mr. Burton, an\n                     executor; Pantops, a part of John Wayles Eppes' land.  [2043]","Instructions to bricklayers and carpenters at work on the Rotunda.\n                         [2044]","Introducing Mr. Ralston of Philadelphia and Captain Chapman, who wish to see\n                     the University of Virginia.  [2045]","Wine from Dodge and Oxnard by brig Caledonia from Marseilles. Schooner Hiram,\n                     Thomas Dunike, Master, care of Collector of Port of Richmond. Account mentions\n                     Wilson Hunt.  [3029]","T. J. offers a few words of advice on the conduct of life, at the request of\n                     Grotjan's mother. A postscript, Philadelphia, 1833 June 9, by Andrew Jackson,\n                     recommends a \"rigid adherence\" to Jefferson's advice.","Interest charges on University funds. Whether to have 7 or 8 professors.\n                         [3030]","Jefferson is writing to Barbour on behalf of James Leander Cathcart, a former\n                     consul to the Barbary States, seeking new government employment.","Code of Regulations on distribution of courses among University professors.\n                     Encloses a copy AD. 2 pp.of T. J. ENACTMENTS TO BE PROPOSED TO VISITORS OF\n                     UNIVERSITY. Eight professors: ancient languages, modern languages, mathematics,\n                     natural philosophy, natural history, anatomy, moral philosophy, and law.\n                         [3031]","Funds for University, as reported in Enquirer. If Legislature can repeal\n                     endowment, University cannot compete with European schools. Not to he \"common\n                     local academy\" like Hampden-Sydney, Lexington, and Rumford.\n                         [3033]","Funds for the University. Purchase of books. Reference to Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr.  [2046]","Passage of the University bill. Funds for purchase of library and apparatus.\n                     Recommending Claude Crozet as professor of mathematics and Dabney Carr as\n                     professor of law. Mentions Alexander Garrett.  [2047]","Draft on Bank of Pennsylvania care of Bernard Peyton.  [3034]","Funds for the University of Virginia. Reappointment of the Board of Visitors.\n                     Funds for library and apparatus. Importance of choosing faculty on merit alone\n                     rather than from favoritism, which practice has lowered standards at the\n                     College of Philadelphia and at Edinburgh University. Has never appointed\n                     relation to office, because always found someone else better qualified.\n                         [2048]","Rembrandt Peale's work on painting of George Washington. University more\n                     beautiful than anything in U.S. or Europe. Museum.  [3035]","Renews application for professorship of botany, zoology, mineralogy, geology,\n                     physics, geometry, mental philosophy, ancient history of America, archaeology,\n                     phonology, and philology. Enclosures: catalog of his principal works; newspaper\n                     articles by Rafinesque, dealing with American anthropology and with a new tree\n                     of Kentucky, cladrastis fragrans.  [2049]","Logrolling attempt: University bill and the bill to recharter the Farmer's\n                     Bank. References to James Breckenridge, Alexander Garrett, William F. Gordon,\n                     and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [2050]","Request for 1200 bricks to be placed to the account of John M. Perry.\n                         [2051]","Confirms the appointment of T. J., James Madison, Chapman Johnson, Joseph C.\n                     Cabell, George Loyall, James Breckinridge and John Hartwell Cocke as Visitors\n                     of the University of Virginia and authorizes them to fix a day for meeting.","T. J.'s commission as a Visitor of the University of Virginia, signed by James\n                     Pleasants, Jr.","List necessary expenditures for the University. Sends balance sheet up to 31\n                     December [1823].  [2052]","Estimate of income and expenses for the year 1823. Mentions Martin Dawson.\n                         [2053]","Funds for the University from the debt due Virginia from the Federal\n                     government. Francis Walker Gilmer's scheme of professorships. References to\n                     James Barbour, William F. Gordon, [George?] Hay, Chapman Johnson, James\n                     Madison, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [2054]","Memorandum concerning the renewal of his notes held by the Bank of the U. S.,\n                     the Farmer's Bank, and the Bank of Virginia.  [2055]","Note concerning University of Virginia debts.  [2056]","Complete victory of the friends of the University in the Assembly. Downfall of\n                     William and Mary seems certain. Suggests hiring of certain of the William and\n                     Mary faculty: John A. Smith, Mr. Campbell, James B. Rogers, and James Semple.\n                     References to John Bowyer, James Breckenridge, Alexander Garrett, William F.\n                     Gordon, Chapman Johnson, George Loyall, James Madison, and Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.  [2057]","Selection of chemical and philosophical apparatus adapted to the needs of the\n                     University of Virginia. Sources of apparatus: New York, London, Paris.\n                         [2058]","Discussion of relative merits of dissection and wax models in teaching anatomy;\n                     practices of Caspar Wistar and Philip S. Physick. Urges good medical library.\n                     Will send list of books needed and a collection of bones.\n                         [2059]","Concerning offer for sale of anatomical collection in Amsterdam of Dr. Bonus","Physick presents his qualifications for the anatomical department of the\n                     University of Virginia.","Applies for chemistry vacancy mentioned by Thomas Cooper. Mentions T. J.'s\n                     friendship for his father. Benjamin Franklin Bache. Reference to [Lardner]\n                     Vanuxem.  [2060]","Suggests changes in the galleries of the Rotunda, on which James Dinsmore and\n                     John Neilson are working without his permission. Noted by Jefferson:\n                     \"disapproved\".  [2061]","Plans for the library. References to John Neilson and James Dinsmore.\n                         [2062]","Applies for tutorial position at the University. Describes education at\n                     Glasgow, at Trinity College, Dublin, and at Oxford. Sends copies of\n                     recommendations from B. Lloyd, professor of mathematics, and the Reverend\n                     Thomas Gannon. Mentions the Reverends C. Boyton, J. Gutch, Henry Harte, and\n                     James Kennelly.  [2063]","Sends list of chemical apparatus adequate for the University of Virginia.\n                     Enclosure:  Catalogue of Apparatus. [2064]","Attempt to get recognition of the University's claim to money owed Virginia by\n                     the United States. Monroe's recommendation of  [James G.?] Percival  and  [John] Torrey  for the University faculty.\n                     References to James Barbour, William H. Crawford, Chapman Johnson, and William\n                     Wirt.  [2065]","Estimate of cost of Rotunda to date. Payments to Thorn \u0026 Chamberlain,\n                     contract with Giacomo Raggi, itemized list of building materials.\n                         [2066]","Subjects to be taught by University professors; their duties and salaries.\n                         [3037]","Returning a horse loaned by T. J. Reference to Col. John Coles and to Mr.\n                     Maclure.  [2067]","Conveying land in Albemarle County to the University of Virginia. Witnessed by\n                     John M. Perry. Approved by T. J.  [2068]","Conveying land in Albemarle County to the University of Virginia. Witnessed by\n                     John M. Perry. Approved by T. J.  [2069]","Number of professors that can be hired. Estimated expenses for 1824.\n                         [2070]","Board of Visitors will consider his application in October. Glad the son of his\n                     late friend, Benjamin Franklin Bache, is qualified.  [2071]","Legislature approved funds for University. Visitors want to open February,\n                     1825. Professors from Europe. Work on Rotunda. Trist's work on catalogues. Mrs.\n                     Lewis, Mrs. Southall, and Dr. Ragland dead. Charlottesville's growth. Mentions\n                     Hore Browse Trist, Jr.  [3038]","Agreeing to the engagement of the anatomical professor from Europe. Pleased to\n                     see the number of foreign professors is to be limited. Note by John Hartwell\n                     Cocke: \"I concur with Mr. Cabell in the above.\"  [2072]","Sends letters from accountant of Literary Fund and from cashier of Farmer's\n                     Bank of Virginia. Asks instructions regarding a loan from the Bank of Virginia.\n                     Mentions Chapman Johnson.  [2073]","Concerning John Wayles Eppes' estate. Fruit and tobacco crops. Request for\n                     pyracanthus root.  [2074]","Introducing Gilmer, and granting him full authority to engage professors for\n                     the University of Virginia. On same sheet as  [2115] [2075]","Rector and Visitors appoint Gilmer to go to Great Britain and Europe to hire\n                     professors.  [3039]","Notes on reverse dated April 26, 1824.  [N-368, K-32]","Request for \"ground plats\" (Maverick's engraving?) of the University to be sent\n                     to Europe. Requests tin for his house.  [2076]","Receipt for bills of exchange drawn by Joseph Mann on Gowan \u0026 Marx of\n                     London for Gilmer's use as agent of the University to recruit faculty members,\n                     and for purposes of the University designated by instructions. Approved by T.\n                     J.  [2077]","List of titles with prices estimated in pounds sterling.","Scheme of education for Virginia. Preparatory schools to teach classical\n                     languages, geometry, and geography not yet established. Department of grammar,\n                     rhetoric, and oratory at University of Virginia. Mentions professors at\n                     University, and pamphlet and grammar of composition.  [3039-a]","Ill health prevents his leaving Monticello. If consultation necessary, requests\n                     Brockenbrough and Bergmin to come to Monticello.  [2078]","Translation of Gay de Vernon's Treatise on the Science of War and\n                     Fortification. Politics in U.S., liberty in Europe, election of 1800. Praises\n                     William Harris Crawford.  [3039-b]","Attitude of the University toward the possible removal of the College of\n                     William and Mary from Williamsburg to Richmond. Views on the subject held by\n                     William Armistead, Colonel Bassett, Chancellor Brown, [John B.?] Clopton, Dr.\n                     Charles Everett, N. Faulcon, Dr. Galt of Williamsburg, [James M.?] Garrett,\n                     Thomas Griffin, Mr. Johnson of Williamsburg, George Loyall, Thomas Macon,\n                     Bishop Moore, Hugh Nelson, Mr. Nicholas, Brazure W. Pryor, Archibald Ritchie,\n                     Judge James Semple, Mr. Scott, John W. Sourell, L. W. Tazewell, and John Tyler.\n                         [2079]","Cabell introduces an astronomer, Mr. Goodacre, to T. J.","T. J. thanks Hosack for two volumes, comments on the mathematical abilities of\n                     M. Audrain, explains why the University is hiring European professors and\n                     sympathizes on a recent bereavement.","Fountain pen like Mr. Cowan's. Richmond watchmaker, for Mr. Dyer.\n                         [3040]","T. J. encloses a letter [not present] from Joseph Carrington Cabell regarding a\n                     proposal to move the College of William and Mary to Richmond and a University\n                     of Virginia Board of Visitors decision to hire a medical professor.","Discussion of the removal of the College of William and Mary from its present\n                     site to Richmond or a possible consolidation with the University. Would welcome\n                     the library and funds of William and Mary but not their faculty in case of\n                     consolidation. Suitability of Richmond and Norfolk as site of medical school.\n                     Mentions James Madison.  [2080]","Orders polished marble squares for Rotunda floor. Requests supervision of\n                     Giacomo Raggi's contract for bases of columns. Raggi left New York on ship\n                     Cyane for Gibraltar.  [2081]","Urging that the friends of the University of Virginia be passive in regard to\n                     the removal of William and Mary from Williamsburg to Richmond, Petersburg, or\n                     the western part of the state.  [2082]","Material about the University of Virginia for use in McKennie's newspaper, the\n                         Central Gazette  : date of opening, dormitory\n                     facilities, courses offered, and fees.  [2083]","Interview included right of Georgia to the Cherokee lands, character of Indians\n                     and African Americans, tariff, disposition of Great Britain toward Spain and\n                     the United States, religion, and theology. Brief account of interviews with\n                     Colonel James, P. P. Barbour, and James Madison.  [2084]","Recommends a reservoir be placed on the Rotunda for fire-protection. Plans for the University's water supply. References to Mr. Chamberlain, John Perry, and\n                     A. B. Thorn.  [2085]","Sends report on the plan of the University for Dr. [Dugald] Stewart and others.\n                     Failure of legislature to appropriate money for books and apparatus.\n                     Possibility that William and Mary may consolidate with the University. Sends\n                     acknowledgment to Major [John] Cartwright for a volume on the English\n                     Constitution that he sent. Suggests presenting copy of report on the University\n                     to Cartwright.  [2086]","Illness of Mrs. [St. George] Tucker prevents his visiting T. J. at Monticello\n                     and the Madisons at Montpellier. Removal of William and Mary to Richmond.\n                         [2087]","Contract to teach French, Italian, German, English, Anglo-Saxon, modern\n                     history, and geography. Salary, prequisites, and conditions of the\n                     professorships.  [2088]","Visitors to open University 1 February 1825. European scholars because American\n                     not suitably prominent.  [3041]","Agreeing to subscribe to Mitchell's newspaper.  [2089]","Recommends Col. Bernard Peyton for office in Richmond. Mentions Bedford.\n                         [3041-a]","Introduces Col. Bernard Peyton of Richmond, a commission merchant who travels\n                     to expand his business in North.  [3041-b]","Requests instructions for John Gorman, who is working on the Rotunda. James\n                     Dinsmore and John Neilson need funds.  [2090]","Belief in human progress and perfectibility. Advocates Indian rights.\n                         [2091]","Busy at University. O'Flaherty's competence in Greek, Latin, French, and\n                     English.  [3042]","Request for copies of the Rockfish Gap Report and [Maverick's] plan of the\n                     University.  [2092]","Orders material for saddlecloth.  [3043]","Grain samples from Mr. Gelston, New York, for Albemarle Agricultural Society.\n                         [3044]","Application for professorship of modern languages, geography, and history.\n                     Lists qualifications and education. Gives Robert Walsh, Jr., as reference.\n                     Enclosure: prospects of Mount Airy College, P. F. B. Constant, Principal. Label\n                     in T. J.'s hand \"Candidates for Professorships.\"  [2093]","Recommendation for Joseph Antrim as plasterer on basis of work at University of\n                     Virginia.  [3044-a]","Contract to teach anatomy, surgery, history and theory of medicine, physiology,\n                     materia medica, and pharmacy. Salary, perquisites, and conditions.\n                         [2094]","Contract to teach mathematics, navigation, architecture, astronomy. Salary,\n                     perquisites, and conditions.  [2095]","Contract to teach Latin, Greek, Hebrew, rhetoric, belles lettres, ancient\n                     history, ancient geography. Salary, perquisites, and conditions.\n                         [2096]","Contract to teach natural philosophy, mechanics, statics, hydrostatics,\n                     hydraulics, pneumatics, acoustics, optics, and astronomy. Salary, perquisites,\n                     and conditions.  [2097]","Application for professorship of anatomy and physics.  [2098]","T. J. asks that the bearer of the note, named Joe, choose some iron.","Resolutions concerning the leasing of hotels and the rent to be paid. Copy sent\n                     to Brockenbrough.  [2099]","Madison discusses Thomas Walker Gilmer's recruitment of English professors for\n                     the newly-established University of Virginia, the merits of domestic vs.\n                     foreign professors, and candidates for hotel keepers.","Advice on selection of professors. Prefers English, Irish, or Scotch to German\n                     professors. George Blaettermann's books to be passed duty-free. Funds from\n                     legislature for books. Lafayette's visit to Charlottesville and the University.\n                     Hopes Gilmer will accept position at University. Requests copy of Michael\n                     Russell's book on Scottish universities. Presidential election between William\n                     H. Crawford and John Q. Adams. Mentions James Ivory and Sir John Leslie.\n                         [2100]","Board of Visitors has no money. Scottish, English, Irish, German professors.\n                     Second-rate Europeans better than second-rate Americans. Ivory and Leslie\n                     acceptable. No duty on George Blaettermann's books. U.S. debt to Virginia.\n                     LaFayette to visit Monticello, Montpelier, and University. Russel's Views of\n                     the System of Education in the Universities of Scotland, with appendix on\n                     England, published at Edinburgh. Endorsed by T. J. as never received by Gilmer,\n                     and returned to T. J.  [3045]","Orders sewing supplies.  [3046]","Returns Francis Walker Gilmer's letter which he has copied. Gilmer must not\n                     fail to bring professor of natural philosophy for the University. Originally\n                     calendared as 1824 October 19.  [3046-a]","Orders screws and copperas.  [3047]","Abscessed jaw improved. Approval of Coolidge's marriage to Ellen Randolph.\n                     Inability to provide a dowry. Plan to use Milizia's book on architecture as a\n                     text at the University. General Lafayette's approaching visit. Reference to\n                     James Madison.  [2101]","Returns papers and a copy of the Proctor's account for T. J.'s files.\n                     Recommends higher boarding rates to attract good hotel keepers.\n                         [2102]","Inviting Mr. and Mrs. Madison to meet Lafayette at Charlottesville. Lafayette\n                     to go to Montpellier and Fredericksburg. No news from Francis Walker Gilmer.\n                         [2103]","Distressed by news of Gilmer's ill health. Exemption of George Blaettermann's\n                     books from duties. Details on board and lodging prepared for the professors.\n                     Mentions Bernard Peyton, agent for the University in Richmond.\n                         [2105]","Urges him to accept faculty post at University of Virginia.\n                         [2106]","Returns donation for purchase of Polyglot Bible through Alexander Garrett since\n                     Cummings \u0026 Hillard have sold it. Francis Walker Gilmer has engaged five\n                     professors. Visitors must meet to appoint others.  [2107]","University will open on 1 February 1825 since Gilmer has hired George\n                     Blaettermann, Charles Bonnycastle, Robley Dunglison, Thomas Key, and George\n                     Long, expected from Europe in a few days.  [2108]","Wishes to know port professors will enter, so as to secure remission of duty on\n                     books. Requests information on John Torrey's attitude toward chair of natural\n                     history. Urges Gilmer to accept chair of law.  [2109]","Measurements of Rotunda dome. Sends Hotel contracts for his inspection.\n                         [2110]","Introducing Richard Kidder Meade, whose father wishes to manage boarding houses\n                     for the University of Virginia.  [2111]","Wrote [Joseph] Anderson, state comptroller, to instruct collector to exempt\n                     professors' books from duty. Problems of immediate accommodations for\n                     professors.  [2112]","Sends suggested form for articles of agreement for leases of Hotels, covering\n                     all details of operation. Copy form is a lease with John Gray, Jr.\n                         [2113]","Applies for post of librarian at University of Virginia. William Tilghman a\n                     reference.  [2114]","T. J. writes that the University of Virginia professors from England are\n                     expected \"hourly\" at Richmond or Norfolk, and requests that their books be\n                     exempt from duties.","Endorsed with the names of Professors George Blaettermann, Charles Bonnycastle,\n                     Robley Dunglison, John Patton Emmet, Thomas H. Key, and George Long.\n                         [2115]","Cabell's business at Corotoman. Assembly politics with respect to the bill to\n                     move the College of William and Mary to Richmond and funds for the University.\n                     References to George Blaettermann, Francis T. Brooke, John Bowyer, William\n                     Brockenbrough, John Coalter, James M. Garnett, George Hay, Chapman Johnson, Mr.\n                     Leigh, Judge Marshall, James Madison, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Robert B.\n                     Taylor.  [2116]","Decision to vote against the bill to remove William and Mary to Richmond.\n                     Medical education at the University. References to Chapman Johnson and Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr.  [2117]","Recommendations regarding the removal of William and Mary and division of her\n                     funds among ten collegiate districts. University should get $50,000 from\n                     Congress. Meeting of Visitors to appoint remaining faculty members. George\n                     Long's arrival.  [2118]","T. J. asks Breckinridge to keep the contents of this letter secret. T. J.\n                     believes that Francis Walker Gilmer will decline the professorship of law at\n                     the University and asks Breckinridge if William Campbell Preston would be a\n                     suitable candidate.","Jefferson and Madison prefer George Tucker for chair of ethics. Bill for\n                     district colleges. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and William F. Gordon.\n                         [2119]","Recommends the Rev. Joseph P. Bertrum, who wishes to teach at the University of\n                     Virginia. Failure of John Adams \"animal economy\" but not his intellectual\n                     powers. Foresees trouble about inscription on Bunker Hill Monument. Republic\n                     ungrateful in not providing one for Samuel Adams. Enclosure: \"Heads of a Course\n                     of Lectures on Natural History given annually (since 1788) in the University of\n                     Cambridge, by B. Waterhouse, M. D.\"  [2120]","Urges Jefferson to throw influence to Andrew Jackson. Clay should content\n                     himself with Mexican ministry.  [2121]","Differences of opinion between Jefferson and Madison regarding the removal of\n                     the College of William and Mary to Richmond. Funds for the University.\n                     References to John Bowyer, Judge Dabney Carr, Francis W. Gilmer, William F.\n                     Gordon, George Loyall, Mr. Nicholas, James Pleasants, Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., James Semple, John A. Smith, George Tucker, and John Tyler.\n                         [2122]","On verso: small framing diagram for library dome.  [N-332,\n                        K-12]","Applicants for situation vacated by death of James Cuthush include Franklin\n                     Bache, James F. Dana, J. Everett, Jacob Green, John Manners, James G. Percival,\n                     Arthur L. Porter, John Torrey, and G. Troost.  [2123]","A list of periodical titles, some with annual cost and place of publication,\n                     possibly to be ordered for the University of Virginia Library.","A circular letter in which T. J. pleads \"the decayed energies of body \u0026\n                     mind\" and asks \"permission to withdraw from all epistolary correspondence\n                     beyond what is required by the ordinary business and duties of life.\"","Sums owed to Farmers Bank, United States Bank, and Virginia Bank.\n                         [3049]","Offers to sell his library of 3000 to 4000 volumes to the University of\n                     Virginia. Collection includes portrait of Washington by Gilbert Stuart and\n                     other portraits of Lafayette and Peyton Randolph. Enclosure: catalog of books.\n                         [2124]","Applies for position as librarian. Alexander Garrett given as a reference.\n                         [2126]","Details on opening of the of Virginia. Professors of mathematics and natural\n                     philosophy expected shortly. Advertisement of University's opening in\n                     newspapers. Textbook sales. Qualifications to enter schools of Latin, Greek,\n                     mathematics, and natural philosophy.  [2125] ,\n                         [3050] .","Letter from George Tucker regarding a teaching position at the University.\n                     Application from Mr. Kidd for the position of professor of ethics. Bill for\n                     removal of William and Mary to Richmond to be rejected. Funds for the\n                     University. References to James Barbour, William F. Gordon, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., James Madison, and Judge James Semple.  [2127]","T. J. writes to Waterhouse concerning the selection of faculty members at the\n                     University of Virginia, his views on religion, the health of John Adams, and\n                     his own fears of old age and infirmity.","Offers University cabinet of conchology, mineralogy purchased by friend, Edward\n                     Wyer, in Spain. Dr. Wallace of Virginia offers to examine and report on it.\n                         [2128]","Enclose papers from [William] Coffee and text of an advertisement to be\n                     inserted in the Richmond Enquirer, the Constitutional Whig, and the principal\n                     paper of Fredericksburg concerning the opening of the University.\n                         [2129]","One of professors to act as librarian.  [2130]","Non-arrival of professors may delay opening of University. James Barbour\n                     hopeful of obtaining $50,000 from Congress for the University. Additional funds\n                     needed to complete Rotunda and anatomical theatre. Jefferson's actions to\n                     further the University have roused much personal antagonism.\n                         [2131]","Thanks for gift of books by Michael Russell and Joseph Bosworth. Agrees that\n                     William Hilliard be made the University's agent to purchase books in Europe.\n                     Recommends plates for a new edition of Wilson's Ornithology. Reported discovery\n                     in Athens of 2000 rolls of papyri of Greek authors. Expected arrival of new\n                     professors at the University.  [2132]","Orders brandy.  [3050-a]","Recommends setting up port near Norfolk to be named after Jefferson to rival\n                     New York. Begs Jefferson to use his influence for Jackson in presidential\n                     election.  [2133]","Request that T. J. prepare a bill to prevent removal of William and Mary\n                     College to Richmond. Clergy, Richmond, and the Federalists all united in favor\n                     of removal.  [2134]","Returning a copy of Michael Russell's View of Education in Scotland. Expected\n                     arrival of professors from England.  [2135]","Applies for professorship of foreign languages at University of Virginia.\n                         [2136]","Somerville's book catalog given to University's purchasing agent (Cummings and\n                     Hilliard). Funds dependent on Virginia's claim against Congress.\n                         [2137]","Will hold offer of Edward Wyer's mineral collection under consideration; funds\n                     dependent on claim of state of Virginia on Congress.  [2138]","Calls meeting of Board of Visitors of University to approve loan required for\n                     work on Rotunda, loan to be backed by subscriptions due. Mentions Arthur\n                     Brockenbrough, John Hartwell Cocke, Alexander Garrett, and James Madison.\n                         [2139]","Sends draft of bill for the discontinuance of the College of William and Mary\n                     and the establishment of colleges at Williamsburg, Hampden-Sydney, Lynchburg,\n                     Richmond, Fredericksburg, Winchester, Staunton, Fincastle, Louisburg, and\n                     Clarksburg. Distribution of the College of William and Mary's funds. Enclosure:\n                     draft of bill.  [2140]","Concerning possible sale of Edward Wyer's mineral collection to University of\n                     Virginia. Mentions Dr. Wallace.  [2141]","Financial report on his mission to Europe. Funds paid by bankers Gowan and Marx\n                     to George Blaettermann, Charles Bonnycastle, Mr. Bohn (bookseller), Mr. Cary\n                     (optician), Robley Dunglison, Thomas H. Key, and John Tuther. Encloses letters\n                     and catalogs of books and instruments from Dr. Parr, Mr. Harris, and the Rev.\n                     John Tynes.  [2142]","Urges Kean to remain at Charlottesville.  [3051]","Removal of William and Mary to Richmond. Articles in the Whig on the funds of\n                     William and Mary and the decision of the Court of Appeals in the case of\n                     Bracken and the College. References to Alexander Garrett and John A. Smith.\n                         [2143]","News of Ship Competitor. Requests authorities to support the division of\n                     William and Mary's money. Mentions Dartmouth College case.\n                         [2144]","Faculty should prescribe textbooks for most courses, but that of government\n                     should be set by Board of Visitors to prevent dissemination of Federalist\n                     principles. Necessity for investigating the sum of education rendered in each\n                     county in primary schools. Financing the medical theatre. Enclosure: resolution\n                     requiring annual statement of schooling rendered in each county, together with\n                     a sample form for the report. Enclosure: Resolutions as to the principles of\n                     government for the University of Virginia.  [2145]","Publication of a letter from T. J. to help prevent removal of the College of\n                     William and Mary to Richmond. Consideration of Francis W. Gilmer and Chancellor\n                     [St. George] Tucker for the law chair at the University. Suggests the professor\n                     of law be also given a small chancery district. References to Servant Jones and\n                     Richard Morris.  [2146]","Recommends Dr. Henry Jackson, youngest brother of Gen. James Jackson, for\n                     professorship of natural history and philosophy. Sends seed from Italy and\n                     sample of Cremona flax received from Thomas Appleton.  [2147]","Defeat of plan to remove William and Mary to Richmond. Plan for a general\n                     education system.  [2148]","Defeat of the bill to remove William and Mary to Richmond. Delay in arrival of\n                     the University faculty. T. J.'s resolutions relative to primary schools.\n                     Expresses disapproval of a constitutional convention for Virginia. Opposition\n                     to Cabell in his senatorial district. References to John Bowyer, Judge Francis\n                     T. Brooke, Col. Benjamin Cabell, John Hartwell Cocke, David S. Garland, William\n                     F. Gordon, George Loyall, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [2149]","Funds for the University from interest claim of the Commonwealth of Virginia.\n                     References to George Loyall and Littleton W. Tazewell.  [2150]","Information regarding fees, courses, and provisions for housing and board. (The\n                     advertisement appeared in the  Enquirer  over the\n                     name of the Proctor, Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough).  [2151]","News of fire damage at Poplar Forest from Ashton. J. Hemings to repair. Wood\n                     from Captain Martin. English professors at Hampton. University opens in March.\n                         [3053]","Arrival of the University faculty. Meeting of the Board of Visitors. References\n                     to Chapman Johnson, Francis Gilmer, George Loyall, and John Hartwell Cocke.\n                         [2152]","No book agent in Charlottesville. Suggests Meredith Jones. Foulis and Leipsic\n                     classics. Paris stereotype editions the best. Dufief's French and English\n                     dictionary. Boiste's French dictionary equal to that of Academy. Many French\n                     students, some Spanish students, few German and Italian. Cubi's Spanish\n                     Dictionary, Baltimore edition adequate. Professors from England in Hampton\n                     Roads. University opens 7 March. Langard's History of England. George Brodie's\n                     History of the English Empire from the Accession of Charles I. Turner's History\n                     of the Anglo-Saxons. Hume's History of England. Thomas' edition of Edward\n                     Coke's First Institute on Littleton.  [3054]","Applies for position of librarian for son, John V. Kean, lists his\n                     qualifications. Lancelot Minor, Horatio G. Winston, and George W. Trueheart of\n                     Louisa recommend him.  [2153]","Faculty positions offered to [Henry St. George?] Tucker and to George Tucker.\n                     References to Judge John Coalter and [St. George] Tucker.\n                         [2154]","Letter from England.  [3055]","Proctor's statement of the funds of the University as of 31 December 1824.\n                         [2155]","Notice to students of opening of University to be published in  Central Gazette, Enquirer, National Intelligencer. [2156]","Enclose Visitors' ratification of loan of $5000 from Farmer's Bank. Directs\n                     remittance to Thomas Appleton through Bernard Peyton of Richmond and Samuel\n                     Williams of London for columns.  [2157]","Letter to Alexander Garrett contains instructions for payment to Thomas\n                     Appleton (for Giacomo Raggi's work on columns) through Bernard Peyton. Second\n                     letter of this date.  [2158]","Resolutions of the Visitors concerning the $50,000 to be received from\n                     Congress. Accounting procedures. Part of fund to he used for preparation of a\n                     room to receive books. Number of bricks necessary for medical theatre.\n                         [2159]","Appointment of Tucker as Professor of the School of Moral Philosophy. Arrival\n                     of five professors from England. Opening of the University.\n                         [2160]","Financial situation of University of Virginia. Difficulty in riding.\n                         [3055-a]","University's obligation concerning the bond forfeited by Charles Bonnycastle in\n                     accepting University position. Salary arrangements with Robley Dunglison and\n                     Thomas H. Key. Details regarding shipment of books and instruments to\n                     University. Mentions George Barlow, Dollond Co., Alexander Garrett, London,\n                     Gowan \u0026 Marx, and Munich.  [2161]","Orders \"wool cards\" and mustard.  [3056]","Funds as of 1 January 1825, and estimate for 1826.  [2162]","Recommends macadam roads for the University.  [2163]","Appointment as librarian at salary of $150 per year. Statement of his duties.\n                         [2164]","Shirting for Burwell (slave).  [3057]","Note for $5000, negotiable at Farmer's Bank of Virginia. Receipted by Alexander\n                     Garrett, Bursar, and William Nekervis, Cashier of Farmer's Bank.\n                         [2165]","Request for printed copies of the rules enacted by the Board of Visitors.\n                         [2166]","Central Gazette  and  Rules for Governing the University.  Philadelphia papers favor\n                     Philadelphia medical school and suppress University advertisements. Boston and\n                     New York papers better. Commends Patterson. T. J. Randolph's wife improves;\n                     Robley Dunglison treating her.  [3058]","Health. University of Virginia. Professors found by Francis Walker Gilmer.\n                     Professors Bonnycastle, Dunglison, Emmet, and Tucker. Courses in mathematics,\n                     natural philosophy, medicine, classics, French, Spanish, Italian, German,\n                     Swedish, Danish, Anglo-Saxon, chemistry, botany, zoology, ethics, and law.\n                     Library. Mentions Cambridge and Edinburgh Universities. University of South\n                     Carolina.  [3058-a]","Rules for discipline at the University of Virginia. Opening of the University.\n                     Express hope for the success of the University of Transylvania.\n                         [2167]","Orders bedticking.  [3059]","Professors arrived; University opened March 7. English professors. Professors\n                     of chemistry and moral philosophy are Americans; professor of law not selected.\n                     Boston bell makers. Mr. Hilliard, University agent for library purchases. Board\n                     of Visitors appreciates gift of books. Coolidge's parents to visit. Mentions\n                     Mr. Ticknor. Enclosure describes clock for Rotunda and asks cost.\n                         [3060]","Opening of the University. The faculty. Bell for the University. William\n                     Hilliard engaged to buy a library for the University to the value of $15,000.\n                     Receipt of books sent by Coolidge for the University. Coolidge's visit to\n                     Monticello.  [2168]","Jefferson's gift to Smith's son. Numbers enrolled at the University of\n                     Virginia. Disciplinary problems. Accepts the Bayle [dictionary?] and Edinburgh\n                     Atlas for the University Library.  [2169]","[2170]","Necessity of purchasing from John Perry the strip of land that divides the two\n                     parcels of University property in order to secure the water supply. All faculty\n                     except George Tucker and law professor have arrived. Necessity for disciplining\n                     students. Enclosure: estimate of University income and expenditures, 1824-1827.\n                         [2171]","Necessity of purchasing from John Perry the strip of land that divides the two\n                     parcels of University property in order to secure the water supply. All faculty\n                     except George Tucker and law professor have arrived. Necessity for disciplining\n                     students. Enclosure: estimate of University income and expenditures, 1824-1827.\n                         [2171-a]","See  [2171]  and  [2171-a]  for other copies.","Letter of introduction for Mr. and Mrs. Charles Sigourney (Lydia Sigourney).\n                         [2172]","Opposing the holding of religious services in University buildings.\n                         [2173]","James Barbour advises that U.S. President deposited money for University to\n                     credit of Treasurer of Virginia in Branch Bank of U S., Richmond. As University\n                     Rector, T. J. to pay agent for books from Europe. Wrote to Governor of\n                     Virginia.  [3061]","Orders coffee.  [3062]","Draft of advertisement requesting book donations for the University Library to\n                     be inserted in the  Central Gazette  and  Richmond Enquirer.  Advertisement mentions donations\n                     from [John?] Hansford of King George County, Bernard Moore Carter of London,\n                     and Joseph Coolidge, Jr., of Boston.  [2174]","Recommends Henry St. George Tucker for professor of law at University. Rockfish\n                     Gap conference. Mentions Joseph C. Cabell.  [3063]","Account for work on marble columns.  [2175]","Approves purchase of John M. Perry's land for the University.\n                         [2176]","Encloses draft of handbill to answer routine questions on the courses and\n                     expenses of the University. [Clement P.?] McKennie to print handbill.\n                         [2177]","Purchases from John Perry, Daniel and Mary A. F. Piper, and Jesse W. Garth.\n                     Lands held by Alexander Garrett, Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough, and Nathan\n                     Barksdale as University Proctors.  [3064, N-327a]","Qualifications of Judge W. A. G. Dade for the law professorship discussed with\n                     Judge [Archibald] Stuart, Howe Peyton, and John Hartwell Cocke, after Francis\n                     W. Gilmer had refused it.  [2178]","Authorization to execute bond to John M. Perry in consideration of 132 acres of\n                     land sold to the University. Receipt by Perry for $2411 attached.\n                         [2179]","Law chair to be offered to William A. G. Dade.  [2180]","Instructions to deposit $18,000 in the United States Bank of Philadelphia to\n                     the account of William Hilliard of Boston, agent of the University of Virginia\n                     for the purchase of books.  [2181]","Inquires whether he is to criticize the plan of the educational system at\n                     Virginia and to collect philosophical instruments as Francis Walker Gilmer had\n                     intimated. Requests official population documents for United States for a\n                     projected book.  [2182]","Haveland discusses the carving of composite capitals and suggests a simpler\n                     order such as Ionic.","Invitation to dine at Monticello.  [2183]","University's responsibilities regarding Charles Bonnycastle's forfeited bond.\n                     Censure from professors because of his state of health.  [2184]","Approves choice of William A. G. Dade for the law chair. Splendid prospects for\n                     the University. Greetings from Mr. Maclure in Paris.  [2185]","Orders salt.  [3065]","Introducing Dr. Waterhouse of Cambridge. Use of macadam method on University\n                     roads. Address of Judge Dade.  [2186]","Offering him the law chair at the University; citing advantages of the post.\n                         [2187]","Asks if deposit to William Hilliard's credit has been made. Is sending catalog\n                     of books to Hilliard.  [2188]","Purchase of books for the library of the University. Lists books desired as\n                     well as the \"Harvard duplicates\".  [2189]","List of books, with date and place of publication, size, and price estimated in\n                     some cases. At the end is the following in Jefferson's hand: \"The preceding\n                     catalogue is that of the books with the purchase of which Mr. Wm. Hilliard is\n                     charged on behalf of the University of Virginia./Th: Jefferson Rector/June 3.\n                     1825.\"  [2190]","Advising Randolph about his financial status; begging him to return to his\n                     family and to take up public life when called.  [2191]","Requests instruction on finishing library in the Rotunda. John P. Emmet\n                     dissatisfied with his laboratory facilities. [John] Brockenbrough has made\n                     remittance to William Hilliard.  [2192]","If William A. G. Dade refuses law chair, Gilmer, the first choice, may have it.\n                     Charles Bonnycastle's bond settled. William Hilliard to purchase books for\n                     University.  [2193]","Timber for composite capitals. Originally enclosed with 1826 April 2.","Rooms for John P. Emmet's chemistry experiments. Encloses draft of a balluster\n                     (not found with the letter).  [2194]","Construction necessary to prevent free access to library by all people.\n                         [2195]","Request that Bernard Peyton procure a bill of exchange payable to Rufus King,\n                     Ambassador of the U. S. in London, for the purchase of books and apparatus for\n                     the University.  [2196]","Requests permission to publish T. J.'s letter of 21 April 1825 regarding the\n                     use of University buildings for religious services.  [2197]","Orders cloth and thread.  [3066]","Invoice of books shipped aboard the Enterprise, Captain Cason, to Bernard\n                     Peyton in Richmond.  [2198]","Regrets Dearborn's accident. His own health poor. Opening of University of\n                     Virginia with splendid faculty, but without president or theological schools.\n                     Invites Mr. and Mrs. Dearborn for visit. Soldiers sent by Governor George M.\n                     Troup of Georgia into Creek country. Ellen Randolph Coolidge goes to Boston\n                     soon.  [2199]","Opposing publication of his letter of 24 April. Purchasing hills of exchange to\n                     be used for purchase of apparatus in England. Reference to Bernard Peyton.\n                         [2200]","Refers him to Cummings \u0026 Hilliard, who may purchase some of his books\n                     for the University library. Grateful for loan of Philibert de Lorme's\n                     Architecture.  [2201]","News of himself, his health, his family, and the University of Virginia. Power\n                     of federal government should be limited. Refuses to enter into the question\n                     that agonizes Kentucky. Mentions Thomas J. Randolph.  [2202]","Introducing Emanuel Miller who wishes to enter the schools of Professors Long,\n                     Blaettermann, and Key and who brings a bill of credit from Chandler, Brice,\n                     \u0026 Morgan of Philadelphia.  [2203]","Stables at the University. Deed for John M. Perry's land.\n                         [2204]","Location of stables and East Range. Requests copy of contract with John M.\n                     Perry, since he wishes to use barn for rye.  [2205]","Requests him to forward letter to London by packet.  [2206]","Policy regarding vacations for the University.  [2207]","Requests his aid in securing apparatus for the University. Money placed in\n                     London subject to orders of Rufus King. If Charles Bonnycastle's bond\n                     forfeited, that amount must be subtracted from the total. List of apparatus and\n                     instructions for shipment. Mentions Francis Walker Gilmer.\n                         [2208]","Neilson's drawing shows a top and side view of a modillion with caption \"Paladio [sic] B.IV Plate LX\" and his signature on recto. There are construction notes on the verso and a docket \"Modillion \n            block Rotunda Museum.\"","Requests bill of exchange be sent to Rufus King for purchase of anatomical\n              apparatus.  [2209]","Health better. Payment to Dunglison.  [3068]","John Paul Jones memorabilia. Houdon's bust of Jones at Monticello. Artist from\n                     Washington might copy it.  [3067]","T. J.'s health. Will accept no money.  [3069]","Wants to pay for future treatments.  [3070]","Health worse.  [3071]","His estrangement from Martha. Use of T. J.'s name in a meeting at the court\n                     house in Charlottesville regarding the convention at Staunton and general\n                     suffrage. Use of T. J.'s letter with regard to the title papers to the public\n                     land dating from T. J.'s governorship. Financial relations between himself and\n                     Thomas Eston Randolph. Causes of Thomas Mann Randolph's financial straits.\n                     References to Hamilton and the Federalist plot of 1798.  [2210]","Assuring Randolph of his affection. His deafness gives the appearance of\n                     reserve. No objection to Randolph's use of his opinions on suffrage or of his\n                     letter regarding public lands. Urges him to return to his family.\n                         [2211]","Account for marble columns.  [2212]","Bill of exchange in favor of Thomas Tredway. Endorsed by Tredway to Rufus King;\n                     purchased by University to pay for anatomical apparatus.\n                         [2213]","To visit Monticello. Prescribes laudanum.  [3072]","T. J. sends his watch for repair.","Date of remittance to Thomas Appleton. Marble capitals expected daily.\n                         [2214]","William Coffee's prices for cornice too high, but Joseph Antrim says no one\n                     else in New York does such work. Dr. [Thomas M.] Boswell of Gloucester, Va.,\n                     has presented mineral collection now in John P. Emmet's charge. Asks procedure\n                     in recording such gifts.  [2215]","William Coffee's prices for the Corinthian ornaments. Minerals for John P.\n                     Emmet. Arrival of marble bases expected on the Ship Caroline, Captain Farmer.\n                         [2216]","For Francis Walker Gilmer and Valentine W. Southall as trustees for Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.","Bills of exchange deposited with King for the use of Thomas Callaway, who is\n                     purchasing anatomical equipment for Robley Dunglison. Enclosures: Two bills of\n                     exchange, one dated 27 June 1825 for £1350, the other 14 July 1825 for\n                     £675, drawn by Kerr \u0026 Caskie on James Dunlap of London in\n                     favor of Thomas Tredway.  [2217]","Weather prognostics, notes on thermometers, table of weights.\n                         [3073]","Bequests to T. J. Randolph, Samuel Carr, and Martha J. Randolph. T. J.\n                     Randolph, executor. Witnessed by T. J. and Mary J. Randolph. Another will [not\n                     present] executed eight days later.  [3074]","Henry St. George Tucker, P. P. Barbour, Dabney Carr, and William A. G. Dade\n                     having declined the law chair, Francis W. Gilmer, the first choice, now agrees\n                     to accept. Accounts for spending of $50,000 for library and apparatus.\n                     References to Cummings \u0026 Hilliard, John P. Emmet, and Rufus King.\n                         [2218]","Henry St. George Tucker, P. P. Barbour, Dabney Carr, and William A. G. Dade\n                     having declined the law chair, Francis W. Gilmer, the first choice, now agrees\n                     to accept. Accounts for spending of $50,000 for library and apparatus.\n                     References to Cummings \u0026 Hilliard, John P. Emmet, and Rufus King.\n                         [2218]","Henry St. George Tucker, P. P. Barbour, Dabney Carr, and William A. G. Dade\n                     having declined the law chair, Francis W. Gilmer, the first choice, now agrees\n                     to accept. Accounts for spending of $50,000 for library and apparatus.\n                     References to Cummings \u0026 Hilliard, John P. Emmet, and Rufus King.\n                         [2218]","T. J. reports that four men have declined the law professorship and Francis W.\n                     Gilmer has accepted. He accounts for the spending of $50,000, chiefly for the\n                     Library, books and apparatus.","Letter brought by Mr. Turner to T. J. Randolph. Payment of debt.\n                         [3075]","Discusses qualifications of John Tayloe Lomax for the Professorship of Law at\n                     the University of Virginia.","W. A. G. Dade having declined law chair, has asked Visitors to authorize\n                     Gilmer's appointment.  [2219]","Simon Willard to make University clock. To come to Charlottesville to install.\n                     Clock for University at Cambridge, Representatives' Chamber at Washington, and\n                     New York.  [3076]","Offers sell mineral collection and library to University.\n                         [2220]","Instructions and list of books for the University of Virginia library.\n                     Recommends use of Clarke's catalogue of law books (1819).\n                         [2221]","Payment for marble columns made for University by Giacomo Raggi and others.\n                     Requests an exact statement of balance due after bills of exchange remitted\n                     through Samuel Williams and Mr. Bailey.  [2222]","Refusing his offer to sell mineral collection.  [2223]","Forwarding a duplicate bill of exchange for purchase of University of Virginia\n                     anatomical apparatus.  [2224]","Approves appointment of Francis W. Gilmer as professor of law.\n                         [2225]","Accounts of Dr. Boswell, Gowan \u0026 Marx, and Bohn with the University of\n                     Virginia. Preparations for Francis Walker Gilmer as a member of the faculty.\n                         [2226]","Void she has left at Monticello. Coolidges' trip through New York and New\n                     England parallels that made by T. J. and Madison in 1791. Good behavior of\n                     students at the University. Clock for the Rotunda. T. J.'s poor health.\n                         [2227]","Has banked University's funds with Baring Brothers \u0026 Co. Bonnycastle's\n                     forfeited bond taken up with George Canning. References to Mr. Knowles,\n                     executor of the late Professor Bonnycastle, and to John Adams Smith, U. S.\n                     chargé in London.  [2228]","Arrival in New York of marble bases and paving squares for the University and\n                     of chimney pieces for Monticello. Reference to Bernard Peyton.\n                         [2229]","Complaints regarding the encyclopedia and other books sent by Hilliard.\n                     Necessity for purchasing the best editions. Lack of texts for students.\n                         [2230]","Bill of exchange by Kerr 8: Caskie on James Dunlop in favor of Thomas Tredway\n                     received and deposited with Baring Brothers \u0026 Co. Letters sent to Mr.\n                     Callaway and Peter Barlow. No word from George Canning on Charles Bonnycastle's\n                     bond.  [2231]","Will see to transferring marble capitals arrived on Brig Farnsworth from Thomas\n                     Appleton of Leghorn, Italy, to vessel for Richmond. Mentions Bernard Peyton.\n                     Notes on back by T. J. concerning tariff due.  [2232]","Freight and duty on marble from Leghorn for the University of Virginia, shipped\n                     aboard the Sloop Eliza Allen, Captain Allen, to Bernard Peyton.\n                         [2233]","Requesting that Visitors meet with him at Monticello prior to formal meeting,\n                     which his health will prevent his attending.  [2234]","Requesting that Visitors meet with him at Monticello prior to formal meeting,\n                     which his health will prevent his attending.  [2234]","Requesting that Visitors meet with him at Monticello prior to formal meeting,\n                     which his health will prevent his attending.","Arrival of marble capitals in Boston. Duties payable at Boston and New York.\n                         [2235]","Duty on marble capitals for the University that have arrived at Boston.\n                         [2236]","Sends accurate statement of articles properly chargeable to library funds.\n                     Money put in Francis Walker Gilmer's hands not included. Requests statement of\n                     debts and funds on hand to pay them. Mentions Thomas Appleton, Henry A. S.\n                     Dearborn, John P. Emmet, and Cummings \u0026 Hilliard.\n                         [2237]","Requests estimate on cost of clock and bell for University.\n                         [2238]","Suggests giving bond for duties on marble capitals, while petitioning Congress\n                     to remit duties. Lists insurance placed on columns and charges paid.\n                         [2239]","Not to call at Monticello.  [3077]","\"Ideas on the subject of a meridian for the University.\" Mentions Observatory,\n                     Rotunda, and American Philosophical Society  Transactions\n                      sent to University Librarian John V. Kean.  [3078]","Statement of University debts and funds available to pay them and statement on\n                     the status of the Library fund from Proctor Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough.","The petition requests the Board to divide the term and extend vacation,\n                     considering the \"inclement season at which the vacation occurs.\"","Covers letter from William J. Coffee, agreeing to reduce prices on cornices.\n                     Letter from Coffee to Brockenbrough, 25 September, on verso.\n                         [2240]","Request for numbers of students enrolled in each school for T. J.'s report to\n                     the Visitors. Figures noted at bottom by Brockenbrough for Professors\n                     Blaettermann, Bonnycastle, Dunglison, Emmet, Key, Long, and Tucker.\n                         [2241]","Dunglison encloses a copy of the Faculty resolution requesting a \"vigilant and\n                     efficient police\" force to guard against disturbances such as the recent\n                     student riots.","Resolutions on the \"disgraceful and ungentlemanly riot of last night.\"","Resolution not to disclose names of student rioters to the Faculty.","Duties on the marble received on the Ship Caroline for the University of\n                     Virginia. Reference to Bernard Peyton.  [2242]","Regulations detail required conduct of students and rights and powers of the\n                     Board and the Faculty.","Offering resignations, having lost confidence after student riot. (See Bruce,\n                         History of the University of Virginia  II 298\n                     ff.).  [2243]","Three documents are copies made for T. J. confirming the expulsion of William\n                     L. Eyre, Robert A. Thompson and Wilson Miles Carey for their parts in the\n                     student riot. The fourth is a list of fourteen students and the penalties each\n                     received.","Key and Long submit their resignations from the faculty.","Key and Long request clarification of the terms of their resignations.","Sends case of books for University, the invoice for which is enclosed. Problems\n                     involved in securing various editions of certain works. Hilliard unable to go\n                     abroad personally because commission lowered. Books enclosed for [M. W. D.]\n                     Jones and [Valentine] Southall.  [2244]","Duties of the Proctor. Attorney-in-fact for the University responsible for\n                     property, breaches of the peace, trespasses by students or others on University\n                     grounds. Copy sent to Brockenbrough.  [2245]","Reimbursement of Henry A. S. Dearborn for the money advanced for the University\n                     of Virginia marble.  [2246]","Offers him the chair of law.  [2247]","Remittances to Henry A. S. Dearborn, Boston, and Jonathan Thompson, New York,\n                     for duties and freight on the University marble. Request for copies of the\n                     printed enactments of the Board of Visitors, and for all the land deeds of the\n                     University. Instructions regarding construction.  [2248]","Guaranteeing payment to Collector of Boston for capitals imported on Brig\n                     Farnsworth, J. Harmor Master.  [2249]","Price for the University clock and bell. Student riot at the University. T.\n                     J.'s health. Greetings to Ellen.  [2250]","Money advanced by Thomas Appleton to one of the Raggi brothers.\n                         [2252]","Endorsed by T. J. 2 enclosures. Payment received for the marble capitals.\n                     Enclosures: bills from Henry Hovey \u0026 Co. and the Franklin Insurance Co.\n                         [2253]","Dissensions at University of Virginia. Fears schism among professors. Poor\n                     health. Regards to Mr. and Mrs. Divers.  [3078-b]","Recommendation for a course of study in ancient and modern history. David\n                     Hume's bias in his History of England. Recommends Coke's Littleton as the best\n                     elementary work in law. Mentions Francis Walker Gilmer.  [2254]","From the students, denying \"feelings of hostility and malevolence.\"","Instructions regarding editions of various books for the library. Complaints by\n                     students and by George Blaettermann at lack of texts.  [2255]","Explains state of University funds. Mentions Joseph C. Cabell and John Hartwell\n                     Cocke.  [2256]","Apparatus for University of Virginia. Prices exceed some of Charles\n                     Bonnycastle's estimates. Mentions Rufus King.  [2257]","Key thanks t. J. for his kindness and attention to Key's friends during their\n                     visit to Monticello.","Instructions relative to smoke houses and wood yards for the faculty, firewood\n                     for class rooms, student regulations, student accounts, and money remitted by\n                     Samuel Williams to Thomas Appleton.  [2258]","Discipline restored at the University after student riot. News of the loss of\n                     Ellen's baggage received from John Hemings. Offers to give to Joseph Coolidge,\n                     Jr., the writing desk on which the Declaration of Independence was written.\n                     Clock for the University to be made by Mr. Willard when funds permit. Request\n                     that the Coolidge buy codfish, tongue, and cognac for him. References to\n                     Benjamin Waterhouse and George Ticknor.  [2259]","Accounts with [Martin] Dawson and Jonathan Thompson. Instructions regarding the\n                     building of smoke houses.  [2260]","Books to T. J. from Destutt de Tracy care of Mr. Connel. Brochure of French\n                     gentleman.  [3078-c]","Condition of his health. Payment to Dunglison. The plan of a new medical school\n                     he encloses [not present] will show \"a specimen of our proficiency in the art\n                     of puffery.\" Mentions Hippocratus.  [3079]","Receipt of money for expenses incurred for the University of Virginia.\n                     (Attached is ALS 12 November from W. Dandridge, Bank of Virginia, to Arthur\n                     Spicer Brockenbrough regarding University of Virginia funds).\n                         [2261]","Card sent with writing desk, made by Ben Randall of Philadelphia, on which T.\n                     J. wrote the Declaration of Independence.  [2262]","Will accept no money. T. J.'s health.  [3079-a]","Negotiations with Foreign Office re Charles Bonnycastle's bond successful.\n                         [3080]","Virginia will not be called upon for the forfeiture of Charles Bonnycastle's\n                     bond. Instruments ordered from Mr. Barlow. Reference to George Canning.\n                         [2263]","Draft on Mr. Raphael.  [3081]","Asks Peale's opinion of Cornelius DeBreet of Baltimore as a possible teacher of\n                     landscape painting for University of Virginia.  [3081-a]","Death of his brother-in-law, Dr. Carter, prevents his attendance at Board of\n                     Visitors' meeting. New regulations at the University. References to John\n                     Hartwell Cocke, Thomas Cooper, Chapman Johnson, George Loyall, and [George]\n                     Tucker.  [2264]","Requests information on terms of art professorship at University of Virginia,\n                     offered to him by Mr. Brown. Offers [Robert?] Greenhow, [David] Hossack,\n                     [James] Renwick, and [John] Trumbull as references.  [2265]","Instructions regarding professors' salaries, proctor's quarters and salary,\n                     store rooms, and a post office at the University.  [2266]","Rhubarb and magnesia. For severe pain, laudanum.  [3082]","Sends dispatch from George Canning concerning the Bonnycastle bond, notice of\n                     which has been given to Peter Barlow. Mr. Warwick of Virginia to ship the\n                     apparatus for the University.  [2267]","Usurpation of States rights by federal government. Federal court. Power over\n                     commerce, agriculture, and manufacture. Construction of roads and canals.\n                     Mentions John Quincy Adams, Federal party, and Hartford Convention. Progress of\n                     the University of Virginia, teaching of Latin, and University professors.\n                         [3082-a]","Request for copies of the last University of Virginia advertisement.\n                         [2268]","Applies for position of librarian. Mentions Henry St. George Tucker.\n                         [2269]","Fragmentary draft of TB-2270; see below.","Conveying title of University lands from the Proctor to Rector and Visitors.\n                     Four parcels of land formerly owned by John M. and Francis T. Perry, and by\n                     Daniel A. and Mary A. F. Piper.  [2270]","Advances to George Blaettermann, Charles Bonnycastle, Robley Dunglison, Thomas\n                     Hewett Key, and George Long from October through December 1824.\n                         [2271]","Professors Long, Key, Emmet, Tucker, Blaettermann, Bonnycastle, and Dunglison.\n                     Tenants Edwin Conway, E. B. Chapman, Warner Minor, George W. Spotswood, John\n                     Gray, and John D. Richeson. Builders James Dinsmore, James Oldham, Mr. Nelson,\n                     Richard Ware, John M. Perry, and John Neilson.  [3084]","Subjects to be taught.  [3085]","Elevation, two plans, and section. Construction began in 1826. (See Bruce,\n                         University of Virginia,  , I, 269).\n                         [N-365, K-29]","[N-364]","Drawn by John Neilson. For the history and various states of this and other\n                     prints, see Betts, \"Ground Plans and Prints,\" pp. 81-90. There are seven other\n                     copies at the University of Virginia (21 x 18 3/4; 21 3/4 x 19 1/4; and about\n                     21 3/4 x 19 in.)  [N-385]","For the academic year 1825-1826. List of professors on verso.","Is weakened in body and mind by infirmities. States' rights usurped by the\n                     Federal Government. References to the South Carolina Resolutions, Van Buren's\n                     motion, and Baylies' proposition.  [2275]","Impossible to cut the composite capitals for thirty dollars each.","John P. Emmet will answer his enquiries concerning art position at University.\n                         [2272]","T. J. writes to Short about contacting Mr. [Herman] Böÿe\n                     about the return of his \"fine Borda's Circle of Reflection\" and his best\n                     telescope, since he has given them to the University of Virginia.\n                     Böÿe was in Philadelphia \"attending the engraver of his map\"\n                     of Virginia for which Jefferson had lent the instruments.","Placement of the temporary bell. Book shelves needed. University\n                     advertisements.  [2273]","Madison writes regarding the qualifications of a Mr. Walls for Drawing Master\n                     at the University and the unlikelihood that he would come since his position in\n                     New York was more remunerative. He mentions Jefferson's suggestions to John\n                     Patten Emmet.","Asks requirements for entering senior class.  [2274]","Federal powers better contained by South Carolina resolutions, Van Buren's\n                     motions, and Francis Baylies' propositions than by action of state of Virginia.\n                         [3085-a]","T. J. discusses the students and professors at the University, encloses a copy\n                     of the University laws and terms of board and tuition [not present], and closes\n                     with his family's remembrances and best wishes.","Sends references from Charles Hill and John Wood as candidate for office of\n                     librarian.  [2276]","Applies for position of librarian to defray his expenses as student.\n                         [2277]","Sends catalog of instruments for sale, including telescope made by William\n                     Herschel. New York Athenaeum also interested. Enclosure: catalog.\n                         [2278]","Qualifications of P. P. Barbour, William A. C. Dade, William Preston, William\n                     C. Rives, [John?] Robertson, and Dabney Terrell for the law professorship.\n                         [2280]","Circular on law professor at University of Virginia. Thomas Jefferson Randolph\n                     is at legislature regarding T. J.'s debts and disposal of property. Asks\n                     Cabell's help.  [3085-b]","Encloses circular [not present] concerning candidates for the law professorship and asks Cabell to share the letter with other members of the \n              Board to save writing multiple copies. Discusses the petition to the General Assembly for permission to sell his property at auction. \n              Suggests the extension to the University of the Riot Act of 1786 for purposes of maintaining discipline.  [2279]","Dr. Robley Dunglison forbids his visiting Gilmer. Urges him to take care of\n                     himself.  [2281]","Conference between George Loyall, Chapman Johnson, and Cabell regarding delay\n                     in the appointment of a law professor. Action regarding the William and Mary\n                     Bill. Conference regarding T. J.'s debts. References to Judge Francis T.\n                     Brooke, Judge Dabney Carr, Judge John Coalter, Judge John W. Green, and John T.\n                     Lemare.  [2282]","Offering temporary appointment as librarian, replacing John V. Kean. Outlines\n                     duties.  [2283]","Wines: Bergasses, Ledanon, Lienoux, Scuppernong, claret from Richmond, virgin\n                     oil of Aix, Muscat de Rivesalte, macaroni, and anchovies.\n                         [3086]","Meeting of T. J.'s friends in support of the lottery. David S. Garland's bill\n                     for educational funds.  [2284]","Progress of the bill to permit the Jefferson lottery. Kindness of Judges\n                     Brooke, Cabell, Green, and Carr. [In the University Carr-Cary Papers there is a\n                     letter dated 24 March 1826, C. J. Carr to Messrs. Dobbin, Murphy, and Bose,\n                     requesting publication of an article signed John Hancock, requesting aid for\n                     Mr. Jefferson, benefactor of the people of the United States].\n                         [2285]","With no hope of further funds from General Assembly, has instructed\n                     Brockenbrough to reserve all funds for library in Rotunda and for anatomical\n                     theatre. Likelihood that Congress will not remit duties on marble columns.\n                     Establishment of secondary schools throughout the state. Necessity of an annual\n                     report on the primary schools from each county.  [2286]","Action of the General Assembly concerning his bankruptcy. Possibility of moving\n                     to Bedford County, selling Monticello. Disclaims letter appearing in Richmond\n                     Enquirer signed \"An American Citizen\", which declares he feels the legislature\n                     has been niggardly toward the University. Mentions James Madison.\n                         [2287]","Legislation on Jefferson Lottery.  [3087]","Letters from Peter Barlow and Rufus King. Encloses copy [present] of LS, George\n                     Canning to Rufus King on subject of Bonnycastle's bond. Mentions George Canning\n                     and British government.  [3088]","T. J.'s plan for location of colleges throughout the state better than that of\n                     David S. Garland. Motion made by George Loyall regarding T. J.'s lottery.\n                         [2288]","Expressing his affection for T. J. R.'s part in giving him a happy life. Gloom\n                     about future prospects with his debts not covered by assets. His misfortunes\n                     due to fluctuations in value of money and to long farming depression. Regrets\n                     that his family, especially Martha, should be turned out penniless. (On same\n                     sheet: T. J. Randolph, Tufton, Va., to Dabney Carr, Baltimore, 18 July 1826,\n                     concerning the publication of this letter from Jefferson to make clear to the\n                     public the reason for the Jefferson lottery, with a suggested introduction by\n                     N. P. Trist. Letter contains discussion of his own financial difficulties.)\n                         [2289]","Action in the Assembly with regard to T. J.'s lottery. Bill to establish\n                     colleges throughout the state. References to James Madison, Chapman Johnson,\n                     and Hampden-Sydney College.  [2290]","Encloses Warwick's account for instruments.  [2291]","Secondary education bill. Grateful for the efforts of his friends on the\n                     lottery bill, especially for the report of the Committee of Finance.\n                         [2292]","T. J.'s lottery bill. Bill to establish colleges throughout the state.\n                         [2293]","Passage of T. J.'s lottery bill, with list of the votes of the senators. Bill\n                     for establishment of colleges throughout the state. Reference to Samuel Taylor.\n                         [2294]","Assurances that he retains his schoolboy affections for James Maury. T. J.'s\n                     health broken and faculties impaired.  [2295]","Recommends John T. Lomax of Fredericksburg for law professorship vacated by\n                     death of Francis Walker Gilmer. Lists qualifications, including graduation from\n                     William and Mary.  [2296]","Same subject as letter this date to Jefferson.  [2297]","On verso, certification, 1826 March 21, of the accuracy of the plat and the\n                     appraisal of the land's value by Nimrod Bramham, James Lindsay, and John M.\n                     Perry; attested by John R. Jones.","Bill to remit duties on marble columns approved by Ways and Means Committee of\n                     the House of Representatives. Expects eventual passage of bill.\n                         [2298]","Recommends John T. Lomax of Fredericksburg for law professorship.\n                         [2299]","To his grandson, Francis Eppes, a portion of the Poplar Forest tract. All other\n                     property is subject to payment of debts, with the residue after payment going\n                     to Thomas J. Randolph, Nicholas P. Trist, and Alexander Garrett for the support\n                     of Martha Jefferson Randolph and her heirs. Nothing to Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., to ensure that the assets will not go for payment of his debts. Thomas\n                     Jefferson Randolph is appointed sole executor, Trist and Garrett to act in the\n                     event of Thomas Jefferson Randolph's death. Codicil dated 17 March gives a gold\n                     watch to each grandchild, freedom to his slaves, Burwell, John Hemings, and Joe\n                     Fosset. Madison Hemings and Eston Hemings apprenticed to John Hemings until the\n                     age of 21 when they are to receive their freedom. To Thomas Jefferson Randolph\n                     a silver watch, and all his business and literary papers; to the University of\n                     Virginia his library, with a portion of it going to Nicholas P. Trist and\n                     Joseph Coolidge, Jr.; to James Madison a walking stick. Recommends to his\n                     daughter the care of her aunt, Anna Scott Marks.  [2300] ,\n                         [3089]","Taking catalogue to faculty meeting. Dispensary.  [3090]","Sends cuttings from the Taliaferro apple. Thanks for the piano, brandy, fish,\n                     tongues, and sounds.  [2301]","Introducing his grandson, Thomas J. Randolph.  [2302]","Introducing his grandson, Thomas J. Randolph.  [2302]","Recommends Gen. [Briscoe G.?] Baldwin for law professorship. Distinguished\n                     figure at the bar, highly successful in the army, political views acceptable\n                     (i.e., Republican).  [2303]","Introducing his grandson, Thomas J. Randolph.  [2304]","Introducing his grandson, Thomas J. Randolph.  [2304]","Copy of statement of receipts and expenditures of the University made for T. J.\n                         [2305]","Request for more detailed information regarding books to be ordered for the\n                     University Library.  [2306]","T. J. gives the age and mother of the slave children he had vaccinated and\n                     notes that \"not one took.\"","Balance of $6.51 due for cloth, scissors and needles purchased\n                     between 1823 November 4 and 1825 May 31.","Regarding the composite capitals offered by Philip Sturtevant. Originally\n                     enclosed 1825 January 1 and 1826 Jun 6.","Spotswood writes concerning the \"uncomfortable tenement\" he occupies at the\n                     University, \"lapses in slaves,\" and the sickness of his family \"produced from\n                     the situation of the yard drains.\"","Emmet encloses two reports of faculty committees. Report A, D. 4 pp., by\n                     Professors Bonneycastle, Tucker and Emmet concerns the need for police at the\n                     University. Report B, D. 4 pp., by Professors Key, Long and Blaettermann,\n                     concerns enactments of the faculty in response to student disturbances.","Suggestions for graduate requirements in the School of Anatomy and\n                     Medicine.","Reasons for his objections to the creation of a president of the University.\n                         [2307]","Agrees to consult with T. J. regarding irregular practices of the University\n                     students. Reference to Alexander Garrett.  [2308]","Action of the Board of Visitors regarding diplomas and the University code of\n                     regulations.  [2309]","Recommendations concerning buildings and grounds: drainage, offal depots,\n                     replacement of timber used during construction, macadamizing roads. Mentions\n                     Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough, Robley Dunglison, and George W. Spotswood.\n                         [2310]","Recommends use of lap boards instead of tables in elliptical lecture room in\n                     the Rotunda to give room for more students.  [2311]","William Wirt declined office proposed to him. John T. Lomax has accepted law\n                     professorship.  [2312]","Support in New York and Boston weak. Lottery should succeed. Will write from\n                     Philadelphia.  [3091]","Instructions regarding setting up of a school of botany with plans for a\n                     botanical garden. Correa de Serra recommended course combining Linnaeus and\n                     Jussieu.  [2313]","Number 1936, issued at Richmond. Signed by Yates \u0026 McIntyre for the\n                     managers, John Brockenborough (sic), Philip N. Nicholas, and Richard Anderson.\n                         [2314]","Number 1919, issued at Richmond. Signed by Yates \u0026 McIntyre for the\n                     managers, John Brockenborough (sic), Philip N. Nicholas, and Richard Anderson.\n                     Wm. Grattan, printer.  [2314]","Number 4326, issued at Richmond. Signed by Yates \u0026 McIntyre for the\n                     managers, John Brockenborough (sic), Philip N. Nicholas, and Richard Anderson.\n                     Wm. Grattan, printer.  [2314]","Numbers 4303, 4304, 4305, 4306, 4308, 4310, 4311, 4312, 4313, 4314, 4315, 4316,\n                     4317, 4318, 4319, 4320, 4321, 4322, 4323, 4324, 4334, 4335, 4336, 4337, 4338,\n                     4339, 4340, 4341, 4345, 4346, 4347, 4348, 4349, 4350, issued at Richmond.\n                     Signed by Yates and McIntyre for the managers, John Brockenborough (sic),\n                     Philip N. Nicholas, and Richard Anderson. Wm. Grattan, printer.\n                         [3091-a]","Stating that T. J. will accept money raised by subscription for his relief. In\n                     the same hand, notice of a meeting in Exchange Hall, [Richmond?] for the\n                     purpose of relief for T. J.  [2315]","Subscribers pledged funds to be at the disposal of the General Committee\n                     appointed for relief of T. J. at a meeting of citizens of New York.","Necessity of making payment to Henry A. S. Dearborn, Collector of Boston.\n                         [2316]","Instructions regarding the setting up of the capitals, repairing leaky roofs,\n                     plastering, and making of library tables. References to Mr. Broke (i. e. A. H.\n                     Brooks), a tin worker, and to John Hartwell Cocke.  [2317]","Refers him to Professors Thomas H. Key and Charles Bonnycastle in regard to\n                     possible use of his mathematics book as a text at the University. Orders a copy\n                     for himself.  [2318]","Recommending Harrison for professorship of French and Spanish at the University\n                     of North Carolina. This copy made in 1827 when Harrison was considered for post\n                     at University of Virginia. On the same sheet are extracts of letters from James\n                     Madison to George Long, n.d., and George Ticknor to James Madison, 1827\n                     November 9.  [2319]","Passage of bill remitting duties paid on marble columns. Separate post office\n                     for University approved. Mentions Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough.\n                         [2320]","Dissatisfied with conditions of University. Lists matters needing attention:\n                     Rotunda leaks; water supply inadequate because of pipe problems; gas lights\n                     needed; remission of duties on columns; botanical garden; clock. Mentions John\n                     P. Emmet and Mr. Ziegler.  [2321]","Dissatisfied with conditions of University. Lists matters needing attention:\n                     Rotunda leaks; water supply inadequate because of pipe problems; gas lights\n                     needed; remission of duties on columns; botanical garden; clock. Mentions John\n                     P. Emmet and Mr. Ziegler.  [2321]","Requests consultation with Cocke and Alexander Garrett regarding University\n                     papers.  [2322]","Estimate of resources and expenses of the University 1826-1828, with references\n                     to 1829-1831.  [2323]","Instructions regarding work on the University's Rotunda, clock and bell,\n                     macadamizing roads, water supply, botanical garden, purchasing of chemicals and\n                     gas lights for Dr. Emmet's use, and copy of enactments for each student.\n                     Penciled annotations by Brockenbrough of cost of various items. Includes a\n                     sketch for measuring \"the tympanum of the portico of the Rotunda\" for a clock\n                     and bell.  [2324, N-555]","Congress suspended tax on marble; Mr. Willard's work on University clock. Dial\n                     plate in Boston. Well driller. Student conduct. Probably included Item 3093.\n                         [3092]","Instructions for the making of the University clock by Mr. Willard.\n                     University's need for a workman who can bore for water to immense depths.\n                     Student discipline.  [2325]","Probably a draft for an enclosure in Item 3092.  [3093]","News of the neighborhood. Greetings to Cornelia Randolph.\n                         [2326]","Mr. Willard's work on clock. Bell. Received desk on which Declaration of\n                     Independence was written.  [3094]","Encloses bond [not present] for duties on the marble capitals.","[Simon] Willard to construct clock and purchase bell for the University.\n                     Remittance to be made through Joseph Coolidge, Jr. of Boston.\n                         [2327]","[Simon] Willard to construct clock and purchase bell for the University.\n                     Remittance to be made through Joseph Coolidge, Jr. of Boston.\n                         [2327]","Remittance for Mr. Willard, clockmaker. Greetings to Ellen Coolidge.\n                         [2328]","[2329]","Sickroom notes on verso, dated July 1, 2, 3, purported to detail T. J.'s last\n                     illness. Endorsed by N. P. Trist.  [3094-a]","A Death-Bed Adieu. [2383]","Asks about requirements for diploma in Greek.","Announcing death of Jefferson. Burial plans. Reactions of Martha Randolph and\n                     the rest of the family.  [2330]","T. J. debts to James Lyle, Opie Norris through Higginbotham, Andrei Pinni as\n                     heir to Mazzei, Hiram Saunder, A. Robertson of Lynchburg, James Leitch,\n                     Richmond banks, Ludlow of New York, and T. J. Randolph. Total: $107,273.63. T.\n                     J. Randolph debts to William and Mary College, Richmond and Lynchburg banks,\n                     Kirby's executor, Norton's executor, Literary Fund, John Neilson, Robert Davis.\n                     Total $61,064.25. Mentions Marshall, Pantops, and Welks.\n                         [3095]","Possibly in the hand of Martha Jefferson Randolph. See  [2383]","[2331]","[3096]","By Cornelia J. Randolph.  [N-563]","[3097]","Valuation of slaves (including Sally Hemings at fifty dollars), livestock, farm\n                     tools, and carriages, made after Jefferson's death, mentioning omission of five\n                     slaves freed by T. J.'s will. In at least two hands.  [2332]","Signed by the appraisers Reuben Lindsay, John H. Craven, and Martin Dawson, and recorded by Alexander Garrett on 1826 Nov. 6. With appointment of appraisers, 1826 August 7, recorded by Garrett; and appraisers' oath, 1826 October 4, sworn before John M. Perry and Martin Dawson.","Archibald Robinson, William Gough and Henry L. Langhorne. With 1826 August 7,\n                     appointment and 1826 December 13, qualification of appraisers.","John M. Perry, Reuben Lindsay, Jr. and John H. Craven. With 1827 January 13\n                     oath of John M. Perry as appraiser.","Balance of $17.22 due for items purchased 1826-1827.","Explanatory note dated Monticello.  [3100]","Receipts from sale held at Monticello, 1827, following T. J.'s death, including\n                     slaves, furniture, art, china, and land. Purchasers include relatives and\n                     friends Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Thomas Jefferson Randolph, Cornelia\n                     Randolph, Nicholas Philip Trist, Joseph Coolidge, Charles Bankhead, John Wayles\n                     Eppes and Edward Coles; University of Virginia professors Charles Bonnycastle\n                     and George Blaettermann; and local residents and business associates Craven\n                     Peyton, John M. Perry, Peachey R. Gilmer, Charles Everett, and Martin Dawson.\n                  ","A list of bonds by William Nekervis credited to the estate of T.J. and received\n                     for collection from Alexander Garrett.","Account for 1823 January 1-1827 January 1.  [3100-a]","Balance of $19.76 due for items purchased in 1827.","Mr. Short, Col. Lewis, Peter Carr, Mr. Wingfield, Mr. Stewart, Mr. Brown, Mr.\n                     Carr, Mr. McLung, Mr. McDowell, Mr. Mathews, F. Eppes, and Mr. Crawford.\n                     Addition in childish hand of T. J. Randolph.  [3101]","Names 126 paintings, sculptures, medals, and other art works, often with\n                     artists and sources. Subjects are chiefly religious, classical, mythological,\n                     and historical.  [3102]","Names 48 paintings and art works, often with artists and sources. Subjects are\n                     chiefly religious, classical, mythological, and historical.\n                         [3103]","Executed between James T. and Julia Ann Barclay and Uriah Phillips Levy.\n                     Recorded by Ira [?] Garrett, Clerk of Albemarle County Court.","A list of drawings by T. J. deposited at the University of Virginia. Randolph\n                     asks Carter to turn over the drawings to Mansfield White who \"wishes to take\n                     them to the New York office \u0026 compare them with the list left there.\"\n                     The list is signed by Richard Mansfield White 1898 April 2 acknowledging\n                     receipt of the drawings.","[N-436]","[N-561]","Elevation shows arches on first floor and wood columns above. Possibly another\n                     study for N-374.  [N-377]","Probably studies for University of Virginia, not by Jefferson, possibly by\n                     General John Hartwell Cocke; see his letter of May 3, 1819, to Jefferson.)\n                         [N-374]","Possibly another study for N-374.  [N-375]","Writing not by Jefferson, perhaps John Neilson. A study of rendering.\n                         [N-497]","Has notes by T. J. at foot on method of drawing an octagon, and demonstration\n                     on verso.  [3168]","Said to have belonged to T. J.  [3146]","[N-499]","Authenticated in unidentified hand.  [N-562]","In unidentified hand on lettercover addressed to T. J.  [3112]","On verso of lettercover postmarked n.y. February 14.  [3159]","[N-505]","Possibly another study for N-374.  [N-376]","Mentions Norton and Col. Nicholas.  [3171]","[N-433]","Scale of equivalent weights. On verso: version of song,  Bumpers Squire Jones,  in hand of Martha\n                     Randolph. (See  Gentlemen's Magazine,  XIV 612).\n                         [2333]","Includes a note regarding Mr. Dinsmore. During the recent restoration, Milton\n                     Grigg, the architect, found a beam with Dinsmore's name written on it.\n                         [N-188]","[2335]","Fredericksburg, Richmond, and Lynchburg.  [3148]","[N-351b]","[N-351a]","[3170]","Although Jefferson has been credited frequently with the authorship of a\n                     ballad, The King of France, this copy is a fragment of an old English ballad,\n                     Valentine and Ursine or Valentine and Orson, which is printed in Bishop Thomas\n                     Percy's Reliques of Ancient English Poetry as number 12 in his 3rd series, book\n                     3. In his catalogue of 1783, Jefferson lists Percy's work as one of the volumes\n                     he intended to purchase.  [2334]","[3153]","[2337, N-556]","[2338]","Rough drafts, finished plans, and specifications for various buildings.  A.\n                     Two-story building. Elevation, first and second floor plans. Pen drawings, ink\n                     wash. Marked \"Plan C\".  [2336, N-376]","Rough drafts, finished plans, and specifications for various buildings.  B.\n                     Three-story building. Elevation, three floor plans. Pen drawings, ink wash.\n                         [2336, N-374]","Rough drafts, finished plans, and specifications for various buildings.  C.\n                     Five floor plans; pencil sketches with ink specifications, showing varying\n                     arrangements of centrally located circular and elliptical rooms. Perhaps\n                     drawings for unidentified residences; or tentative sketches proposed for the\n                     Capitol and Governor's House in Richmond (actually constructed from other\n                     plans); or more probably sketches for the President's House in Washington, made\n                     in preparation for anonymous submission of an entry in the competition\n                     announced by the Commissioners of Federal Buildings, 1792.  [2336,\n                        N-409, N-410]","Rough drafts, finished plans, and specifications for various buildings.  D.\n                     First and second floor plans for a square residence with north and south\n                     porticoes, wings connected to the main building by arcades; ink drawings.\n                     Students of Jeffersonian architecture have identified these drawings as (1)\n                     tentative studies for the President's House and (2) tentative studies for the\n                     Governor's House at Richmond. (See Fiske Kimball's article cited above). It may\n                     be noted that the one parlor shown occupies less than one ninth of the first\n                     floor, which is largely occupied by bedrooms, a nursery, etc.--a much simpler\n                     plan than that of the Governor's House at Williamsburg--suggesting that this\n                     plan may be for an unidentified country residence.  [2336, N-281,\n                        N-282]","Rough drafts, finished plans, and specifications for various buildings.  E.\n                     Floor plan and cross section of elevation of a residence. Elevation labeled\n                     \"Thos. Jefferson Archt. Longitudinal Section. Robt. Mills delr.\" Ink drawings\n                     showing details of interior.  [2336, N-412, N-413]","Rough drafts, finished plans, and specifications for various buildings.  F.\n                     See [7] and [1516] above for drawings of Monticello and Poplar Forest.\n                         [2336]","[3163]","[3164]","Poem.","Sine, cosine, tangent, and cotangent tables on recto. More tables with\n                     triangular forms on verso.  [3165]","[3130]","[3131, N-557]","[3133, N-559]","Method for tuning harpsichord.  [3155]","Method of cosecants.  [3167]","[3173]","The Adieu, Love and Opportunity, The Pleasures of the Town, Minuet de la cour, Air de l'Epreuve villageoise,  and  Money Musk. [3150]","Not titled.  [3151]","[3113]","With two sketches of this device for protecting young plants.  [3107,\n                        N-576]","[2339]","Lists slaves who are diggers of this trench.  [3108]","Survey of a road, partly on lands of N. M.  L[ewis] .  [3104]","Mentions river, Monticello, and Montalto with [barometric readings?] at each\n                     site.  [3149]","[3106]","[2340]","On verso of similar notes in unidentified hand.  [3109, N-564]","Spirits, whiskey, salt, brown sugar, white sugar, tea, coffee, cotton, and\n                     candles.  [3110]","English and French measurements.  [3111]","[3114]","[3115]","[3116]","Mentions London, Paris, and Fry-Jefferson map. On verso are notes on winds,\n                     comparing Williamsburg and Monticello.  [3117]","Original unknown.  [2341]","[3118]","Perhaps index to mathematics book.  [3120]","Includes formula for correction of instrumental error.  [3169]","Unidentified.  [3140]","Mr. Harrison's mill and Woodson's Ferry.  [3132, N-558]","[3135, N-526-B]","[3134, N-560]","Tweed Side  and  To Maggy My Love I Did Tell. [3152]","[N-370]","Unidentified.  [3142]","Unidentified.  [3143]","[3136, N-526-D]","[3137, N-526-C]","[3138, N-526-E]","Unidentified. \n                      [3142, N-526-F]","Unidentified. \n                      [3143, N-526-G]","Unidentified.  [3144]","Monticello, Carter's Bridge, Warren Ferry, Gibson's gate, Raleigh, Mrs.\n                     Flood's, H. Flood's, Hunter's, Candler's, Limestone Bridge, Poplar Forest,\n                     Campbell Court House, Flat Creek, Waterlick, Turnpike, my road, western gate,\n                     and Poplar Forest house.  [3147]","Draft of letter in unidentified hand.  [3156]","Mentions Congressional campaign.  [3123]","Land and slave sales.  [3124]","Scientific discussion.  [3125]","Perhaps wrappers. \"1st day: plat\" and \"to be decyphered.\"\n                         [3162]","[N-367, K-31]","Drawn by John Neilson?  [N-353, K-Pl. 17]","[N-372]","[N-333]","Specifications on back.  [N-381]","[N-380]","See N-305, N-306, and N-366.  [N-369]","Perhaps a study by to Mills to teach Cornelia J. Randolph rendering.\n                         [N-502]","[N-378]","[N-379]","[N-373]","Includes one franked by William Wirt as Attorney General of U.S.\n                         [3157]","[3158]","[3160]","Care of Mr. Brown.  [3161]","\"Candidates for Professorships\"","Owned by T. J.?","Postmarked July 12.","23 entries from \"W. Harvie's book of the estate's accounts\"","First line: \"Last Valentine's day when bright Phoebus shone clear\"","In Italian. \"La Primavera\" and \"La Partenza\"","Incomplete.","5 yards wide check, 1 large and 2 small hair brooms.","\"[not?] to have reason, and to have it useless and...employed, is nearly the\n                     same.\" At the bottom of T. J.'s note is a note pencilled in another hand\n                     \"Written by Thomas Jefferson and left by him (?) between these leaves.\n                     H.A.W.\"","First line begins: \"Today he puts forth the tender leaves of hope ...\"","Removed from T. J.'s copy of  Dictionnaire\n                        raisonné universel d'histoire naturelle (McGregor A 1767 .V34)","Mileage from various points in upper right; unidentified hand. \n                      [N-526-A]","In T.J.'s hand addressed to New Hampshire Governor, William Plumer, at Epping, N.H.; free franked by T. J. in upper left, with \"Milton, Va. 24 July\" \n           written in the upper right in an unidentified hand; the letters \"RWW\" within a rectangular box are stamped above; remnant of red wax seal.","Copyright has not been evaluated for the items in this collection. Visit our  Permissions and Publishing page  for more information about use of Special Collections materials. 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No access without written permission of the owner."],"arrangement_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThe Jefferson Papers are listed in this calendar in two broad categories: Series I, Dated Materials (arranged chronologically); and\n            Series II, Miscellaneous Undated Items.\u003c/p\u003e"],"arrangement_heading_ssm":["Organization"],"arrangement_tesim":["The Jefferson Papers are listed in this calendar in two broad categories: Series I, Dated Materials (arranged chronologically); and\n            Series II, Miscellaneous Undated Items."],"bioghist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cemph render=\"bold\"\u003ePreface to the Online Edition\u003c/emph\u003e\n      \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cblockquote\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003e\n            \u003cemph render=\"italic\"\u003eFrom the earliest days of its interest in special\n                     collections, the University of Virginia Library has given much attention to the\n                     writings and letters of Thomas Jefferson, the founder of the University.\u003c/emph\u003e\n          \u003c/p\u003e\n        \u003c/blockquote\u003e\n      \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e The online edition of \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eA Calendar of The Jefferson Papers of the\n               University of Virginia\u003c/title\u003e combines into one chronological sequence the original\n            1950 calendar compiled by Constance Thurlow and Francis Berkeley and the 1973 supplement\n            compiled by Anne Freudenberg and John Casteen. All Jefferson items in the possession of\n            the University of Virginia Library are now included; new entries are added as additional\n            Jefferson items are acquired by the Library. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e The \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eCalendar\u003c/title\u003e contains entries for all letters and\n            documents in our collections written by or to Jefferson; letters docketed by Jefferson;\n            19th century copies of Jefferson letters transcribed by family members; photomechanical\n            reproductions of some privately-held Jefferson letters, and of some Jefferson letters in\n            other institutions (most notably the correspondence with Tadeusz Kosciuszko in the\n            National Museum of Krakow, Poland), which are inaccessible to most researchers; and the\n            Peter Jefferson documents held by the Library. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e In updating the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eCalendar\u003c/title\u003e we retained the basic format of\n            the earlier printed versions. A typical entry consists of the name of the writer, the\n            place from which he writes, the name of the recipient, and the place to which the letter\n            is directed, followed by the date of manuscript. This is followed by a brief physical\n            description of the manuscript (e.g. ALS; typescript; 19th century copy, number of pages)\n            and, for entries made between 1950 and 1973, information about the location of other\n            copies and citations to printed versions. We have made no attempt to supplement entries\n            for materials acquired since 1970 with notes on the location of other copies or\n            additional citations of printed versions. The name of the University of Virginia Library\n            collection of which the manuscript is a part and the collection's accession number are\n            also included. The entry concludes with a summary of the text of the manuscript. Entries\n            from the 1950 and 1973 editions are followed by a bracketed number that was assigned for\n            purposes of indexing. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e We have made several significant changes to the entries. The word \"slave\" replaces the\n            word \"servant\" in all cases where the editors were sure the individual indicated was a\n            slave. All photomechanical reproductions are given the generic label \"photostat.\"\n            Changes in ownership are noted when known. Each of Jefferson's architectural drawings is\n            listed individually with the corresponding \"Nichols number\" taken from \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eThomas Jefferson's architectural drawings\u003c/title\u003e / compiled and with\n            commentary and a check list by Frederick Doveton Nichols. -- 4th ed. - (Charlottesville\n            : Thomas Jefferson Memorial Foundation, 1988, c1995.) \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e For more details about the original compilation of the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eCalendar\u003c/title\u003e, please see the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eIntroduction to the\n               1950 Edition,\u003c/title\u003e below. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e Edward Gaynor\u003clb\u003e\u003c/lb\u003e Ann L. S. Southwell\u003clb\u003e\u003c/lb\u003e March 2004 \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n        \u003cemph render=\"bold\"\u003eIntroduction to the 1950 Edition\u003c/emph\u003e\n      \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn preparing this calendar of the University's Jefferson manuscripts, Mrs. Thurlow and I\n            have freely made use of many people's work. Daily reference has been made to our\n            Jefferson Checklist, a chronological card-file of some sixty thousand of Jefferson's\n            manuscripts, and letters to and from him, now known to be extant in public and private\n            libraries, in manuscript and in print. This Checklist was begun by John Cook Wyllie more\n            than fifteen years ago, and has been expanded by many hands, particularly by a former\n            staff member, Mrs. Helen D. Bullock. The Checklist is now being duplicated, expanded,\n            and improved by Julian P. Boyd and the editors associated with him in the Princeton\n            University publication project. Copies of the Checklist in its final form may later be\n            made available at the Library of Congress as well as at the University of Virginia, and\n            I venture to express here the hope that it may be printed for the use of students\n            elsewhere. For it will contain much of value which must doubtless be omitted from\n            publication in the Papers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe typescript calendar of our Jefferson Papers, prepared by Mrs. Bullock in 1941, has\n            been very useful here and at the Library of Congress, and particularly helpful in\n            preparing the present calendar for publication. Printing costs and other factors have\n            made necessary a more condensed form of entry in the present calendar. Since the\n            preparation of Mrs. Bullock's calendar, which included photostats in our collections,\n            our holdings of original manuscripts have nearly doubled. Photographic copies (more than\n            10,000 now being available in our reading room) have here been excluded except in a few\n            instances of manuscripts in private hands and county court houses, which in a number of\n            cases are the only known texts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResearchers are warned that the length of an entry does not necessarily indicate our\n            judgment of the importance of the item. We have attempted to include all names of\n            persons and places. As a result, entries for certain legal documents are\n            disproportionately long. We have tried to mention all major subjects discussed in each\n            letter, but the reader who wants full details will be obliged to consult the original\n            manuscript or order a photographic copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEach entry contains two paragraphs, the second of which is a condensed summary of the\n            text of the manuscript, followed by a bracketed number for purposes of indexing. The\n            first paragraph contains all \"bibliographical data\" about the manuscript and all other\n            texts of it which are known to us from the data recorded and filed in our Jefferson\n            Checklist. Following the date in a typical entry is the name of the writer, the place\n            from which he writes, the name of the recipient, and the place to which the letter is\n            directed. Then follows a symbol (see list below) which tells whether the manuscript is\n            signed and whether or not it is written in the hand of the signer, with a statement of\n            the number of pages in the manuscript. If another text of the manuscript is known to us,\n            this information is then given as explicitly as possible. In some cases we can only say\n            \"another manuscript in DLC\" (Library of Congress; see list of abbreviations below);\n            often, however, we are able to state that the other manuscript is the recipient's copy,\n            a polygraph copy, a letterpress copy, a file draft, or an extract or copy by another\n            hand, either contemporary or later.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe final statement in each heading concerns known printed versions of the manuscript as\n            recorded in our Jefferson Checklist. Many of the published texts are inaccurate or\n            incomplete, as we indicate when known. All frequently cited publications are referred to\n            by symbols (as listed in the table below) and punctuation is simplified for convenience\n            in printing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpecial attention is invited to the case of \"printing\" which we indicate by the\n            following oft-recurring expression: \"Printed: B of R VI 372 (MS. in DLC)\". This means\n            that an abstract of another text of our manuscript (the other text usually being\n            Jefferson's file copy) is to be found in the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eCalendar of\n               Letters from Jefferson,\u003c/title\u003ein the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eBulletin of the Bureau\n               of Rolls and Library of the Department of State,\u003c/title\u003eNo. 6, Washington, 1894-1896\n            page 372, and that the manuscript so calendared is now in the Library of Congress.\n            Virtually none of the Jefferson manuscripts in the Bureau of Rolls (all of which are now\n            in the Library of Congress) were printed in full in the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eCalendar\u003c/title\u003ewhich appeared in volumes 6 (letters from Jefferson) and 8 (letters\n            to Jefferson) of the Bulletin. It is hoped that no student will be misled by this\n            type-saving method of entry. All other printings indicated are assumed to be complete\n            unless otherwise stated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocketing, and other brief endorsements on letters are indicated simply by the word\n            \"endorsed\" unless they appear to require special comment. \"Endorsed by T. J.\" indicates\n            that such an endorsement is in Jefferson's autograph. Spelling has normally been\n            corrected outside of direct quotations, and we have never hesitated to expand \"Mr.\n            Randolph\" to \"Thomas Mann Randolph\" when the identity is certain. Square brackets have,\n            therefore, been rather sparingly used to supply missing names, facts, and dates in the\n            headings which could be supplied with reasonable certainty. In summarizing the texts of\n            letters and other items, the main object has been brevity rather than any attempt to\n            reproduce the original language. Parentheses have been freely used in the summaries for\n            the provision of explanatory comment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAll manuscripts not otherwise designated are in our general collection of Jefferson\n            Papers. Others are listed in the heading of the entry as being in the McGregor Library\n            (which is the most important of the special libraries constituting the Division of Rare\n            Books and Manuscripts) or in any of our various collections of manuscripts which happen\n            to contain papers of Jefferson, such as the following: the Berkeley Manuscripts, the\n            Cabell Papers, the Carr-Cary Papers, the Cocke Papers, the Edgehill-Randolph Papers, and\n            the Page-Walker Papers. Some of these special collections are not owned by the\n            University, but are on deposit for safekeeping and historical reference. Other privately\n            owned individual manuscripts on deposit are listed with the owner's name. Photographic\n            copies can be provided in most cases, but a few are subject to restrictions stipulated\n            by the owner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIt will be noted that we have included certain manuscripts of Jefferson's father which\n            have some relevancy to the career of the son. In addition to a few special photostats\n            already mentioned, a number of older transcripts of Jefferson's papers have also been\n            included. The most important of these are the copies and extracts made by Martha\n            Jefferson Randolph and her daughters and by Nicholas P. Trist during the decade\n            following Jefferson's death. These and other copies have been identified in the\n            headings. In a considerable number of cases, however, chiefly of copies which appear to\n            have been made by or for members of the family, we have had to fall back on the\n            expression, \"19th century copy\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOmitted from this calendar are a number of papers in this library which were once in\n            Jefferson's possession, or closely associated with him, but which were not composed,\n            drafted, or endorsed by him. Such, for example, are the groups of legal papers,\n            1740-1759, which Robert Carter Nicholas turned over to him as attorney in 1771; a\n            correspondence of the Associates of the late Doctor Bray, 1757-1773, concerning the\n            Negro school at Williamsburg, sponsored by the Society for the Propagation of the\n            Gospel; correspondence of Robley Dunglison with Jefferson's biographer, Henry S.\n            Randall; and great numbers of letters by Jefferson's executor and by members of his\n            immediate family which are to be found in the University archives and such of our\n            collections as the Carr-Cary Papers, the Edgehill-Randolph Papers, and the Francis\n            Walker Gilmer Manuscripts. Typical of other materials omitted are an eighteen-page\n            manuscript pedigree of the Jefferson family, compiled by Paul Berghaus, and kept with\n            our Jefferson Papers for the convenience of researchers; memorial addresses following\n            Jefferson's death in 1826; and letters of condolence to his family. A revealing item of\n            Jeffersoniana, omitted here, but shortly-to be published by the library as a separate\n            volume, is the manuscript of the recollections of Isaac Jefferson, a household slave at\n            Monticello, as dictated in old age to the historian, Charles Campbell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne conspicuous omission which we hope will not be attributed to ingratitude has been\n            that of the names of donors. From 1825 to 1949 we have received from Jefferson himself,\n            from every generation of his descendants, and from a host of admirers of Jefferson and\n            friends of the University, gifts of Jeffersoniana or funds for their acquisition. The\n            addition of donors' names to already elaborate calendar headings, particularly in the\n            group entries covering numerous separate gifts, might, we feel, confuse the student. In\n            our published annual reports we attempt at least to record from year to year the names\n            of the benefactors on whom we rely so heavily for the growth of the collections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo the Research Council of the Richmond Area University Center we are indebted for the\n            grant-in-aid which has made possible this publication. The courtesy and patience of the\n            Administrator and of the members of the Council in connection with our unavoidable\n            delays in printing are particularly appreciated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIf this work had a dedication, it would be to Harry Clemons, who brought the Manuscript\n            Division into being, whose faith has a way of moving mountains, and to whom all of the\n            daily tasks of our staff are truly dedicated by our admiration and affection.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUniversity of Virginia \u003clb\u003e\u003c/lb\u003e1 October 1949 Francis L. Berkeley.\u003c/p\u003e"],"bioghist_heading_ssm":["Biographical/Historical Information"],"bioghist_tesim":["Preface to the Online Edition","From the earliest days of its interest in special\n                     collections, the University of Virginia Library has given much attention to the\n                     writings and letters of Thomas Jefferson, the founder of the University."," The online edition of  A Calendar of The Jefferson Papers of the\n               University of Virginia  combines into one chronological sequence the original\n            1950 calendar compiled by Constance Thurlow and Francis Berkeley and the 1973 supplement\n            compiled by Anne Freudenberg and John Casteen. All Jefferson items in the possession of\n            the University of Virginia Library are now included; new entries are added as additional\n            Jefferson items are acquired by the Library. "," The  Calendar  contains entries for all letters and\n            documents in our collections written by or to Jefferson; letters docketed by Jefferson;\n            19th century copies of Jefferson letters transcribed by family members; photomechanical\n            reproductions of some privately-held Jefferson letters, and of some Jefferson letters in\n            other institutions (most notably the correspondence with Tadeusz Kosciuszko in the\n            National Museum of Krakow, Poland), which are inaccessible to most researchers; and the\n            Peter Jefferson documents held by the Library. "," In updating the  Calendar  we retained the basic format of\n            the earlier printed versions. A typical entry consists of the name of the writer, the\n            place from which he writes, the name of the recipient, and the place to which the letter\n            is directed, followed by the date of manuscript. This is followed by a brief physical\n            description of the manuscript (e.g. ALS; typescript; 19th century copy, number of pages)\n            and, for entries made between 1950 and 1973, information about the location of other\n            copies and citations to printed versions. We have made no attempt to supplement entries\n            for materials acquired since 1970 with notes on the location of other copies or\n            additional citations of printed versions. The name of the University of Virginia Library\n            collection of which the manuscript is a part and the collection's accession number are\n            also included. The entry concludes with a summary of the text of the manuscript. Entries\n            from the 1950 and 1973 editions are followed by a bracketed number that was assigned for\n            purposes of indexing. "," We have made several significant changes to the entries. The word \"slave\" replaces the\n            word \"servant\" in all cases where the editors were sure the individual indicated was a\n            slave. All photomechanical reproductions are given the generic label \"photostat.\"\n            Changes in ownership are noted when known. Each of Jefferson's architectural drawings is\n            listed individually with the corresponding \"Nichols number\" taken from  Thomas Jefferson's architectural drawings  / compiled and with\n            commentary and a check list by Frederick Doveton Nichols. -- 4th ed. - (Charlottesville\n            : Thomas Jefferson Memorial Foundation, 1988, c1995.) "," For more details about the original compilation of the  Calendar , please see the  Introduction to the\n               1950 Edition,  below. "," Edward Gaynor  Ann L. S. Southwell  March 2004 ","Introduction to the 1950 Edition","In preparing this calendar of the University's Jefferson manuscripts, Mrs. Thurlow and I\n            have freely made use of many people's work. Daily reference has been made to our\n            Jefferson Checklist, a chronological card-file of some sixty thousand of Jefferson's\n            manuscripts, and letters to and from him, now known to be extant in public and private\n            libraries, in manuscript and in print. This Checklist was begun by John Cook Wyllie more\n            than fifteen years ago, and has been expanded by many hands, particularly by a former\n            staff member, Mrs. Helen D. Bullock. The Checklist is now being duplicated, expanded,\n            and improved by Julian P. Boyd and the editors associated with him in the Princeton\n            University publication project. Copies of the Checklist in its final form may later be\n            made available at the Library of Congress as well as at the University of Virginia, and\n            I venture to express here the hope that it may be printed for the use of students\n            elsewhere. For it will contain much of value which must doubtless be omitted from\n            publication in the Papers.","The typescript calendar of our Jefferson Papers, prepared by Mrs. Bullock in 1941, has\n            been very useful here and at the Library of Congress, and particularly helpful in\n            preparing the present calendar for publication. Printing costs and other factors have\n            made necessary a more condensed form of entry in the present calendar. Since the\n            preparation of Mrs. Bullock's calendar, which included photostats in our collections,\n            our holdings of original manuscripts have nearly doubled. Photographic copies (more than\n            10,000 now being available in our reading room) have here been excluded except in a few\n            instances of manuscripts in private hands and county court houses, which in a number of\n            cases are the only known texts.","Researchers are warned that the length of an entry does not necessarily indicate our\n            judgment of the importance of the item. We have attempted to include all names of\n            persons and places. As a result, entries for certain legal documents are\n            disproportionately long. We have tried to mention all major subjects discussed in each\n            letter, but the reader who wants full details will be obliged to consult the original\n            manuscript or order a photographic copy.","Each entry contains two paragraphs, the second of which is a condensed summary of the\n            text of the manuscript, followed by a bracketed number for purposes of indexing. The\n            first paragraph contains all \"bibliographical data\" about the manuscript and all other\n            texts of it which are known to us from the data recorded and filed in our Jefferson\n            Checklist. Following the date in a typical entry is the name of the writer, the place\n            from which he writes, the name of the recipient, and the place to which the letter is\n            directed. Then follows a symbol (see list below) which tells whether the manuscript is\n            signed and whether or not it is written in the hand of the signer, with a statement of\n            the number of pages in the manuscript. If another text of the manuscript is known to us,\n            this information is then given as explicitly as possible. In some cases we can only say\n            \"another manuscript in DLC\" (Library of Congress; see list of abbreviations below);\n            often, however, we are able to state that the other manuscript is the recipient's copy,\n            a polygraph copy, a letterpress copy, a file draft, or an extract or copy by another\n            hand, either contemporary or later.","The final statement in each heading concerns known printed versions of the manuscript as\n            recorded in our Jefferson Checklist. Many of the published texts are inaccurate or\n            incomplete, as we indicate when known. All frequently cited publications are referred to\n            by symbols (as listed in the table below) and punctuation is simplified for convenience\n            in printing.","Special attention is invited to the case of \"printing\" which we indicate by the\n            following oft-recurring expression: \"Printed: B of R VI 372 (MS. in DLC)\". This means\n            that an abstract of another text of our manuscript (the other text usually being\n            Jefferson's file copy) is to be found in the  Calendar of\n               Letters from Jefferson, in the  Bulletin of the Bureau\n               of Rolls and Library of the Department of State, No. 6, Washington, 1894-1896\n            page 372, and that the manuscript so calendared is now in the Library of Congress.\n            Virtually none of the Jefferson manuscripts in the Bureau of Rolls (all of which are now\n            in the Library of Congress) were printed in full in the  Calendar which appeared in volumes 6 (letters from Jefferson) and 8 (letters\n            to Jefferson) of the Bulletin. It is hoped that no student will be misled by this\n            type-saving method of entry. All other printings indicated are assumed to be complete\n            unless otherwise stated.","Docketing, and other brief endorsements on letters are indicated simply by the word\n            \"endorsed\" unless they appear to require special comment. \"Endorsed by T. J.\" indicates\n            that such an endorsement is in Jefferson's autograph. Spelling has normally been\n            corrected outside of direct quotations, and we have never hesitated to expand \"Mr.\n            Randolph\" to \"Thomas Mann Randolph\" when the identity is certain. Square brackets have,\n            therefore, been rather sparingly used to supply missing names, facts, and dates in the\n            headings which could be supplied with reasonable certainty. In summarizing the texts of\n            letters and other items, the main object has been brevity rather than any attempt to\n            reproduce the original language. Parentheses have been freely used in the summaries for\n            the provision of explanatory comment.","All manuscripts not otherwise designated are in our general collection of Jefferson\n            Papers. Others are listed in the heading of the entry as being in the McGregor Library\n            (which is the most important of the special libraries constituting the Division of Rare\n            Books and Manuscripts) or in any of our various collections of manuscripts which happen\n            to contain papers of Jefferson, such as the following: the Berkeley Manuscripts, the\n            Cabell Papers, the Carr-Cary Papers, the Cocke Papers, the Edgehill-Randolph Papers, and\n            the Page-Walker Papers. Some of these special collections are not owned by the\n            University, but are on deposit for safekeeping and historical reference. Other privately\n            owned individual manuscripts on deposit are listed with the owner's name. Photographic\n            copies can be provided in most cases, but a few are subject to restrictions stipulated\n            by the owner.","It will be noted that we have included certain manuscripts of Jefferson's father which\n            have some relevancy to the career of the son. In addition to a few special photostats\n            already mentioned, a number of older transcripts of Jefferson's papers have also been\n            included. The most important of these are the copies and extracts made by Martha\n            Jefferson Randolph and her daughters and by Nicholas P. Trist during the decade\n            following Jefferson's death. These and other copies have been identified in the\n            headings. In a considerable number of cases, however, chiefly of copies which appear to\n            have been made by or for members of the family, we have had to fall back on the\n            expression, \"19th century copy\".","Omitted from this calendar are a number of papers in this library which were once in\n            Jefferson's possession, or closely associated with him, but which were not composed,\n            drafted, or endorsed by him. Such, for example, are the groups of legal papers,\n            1740-1759, which Robert Carter Nicholas turned over to him as attorney in 1771; a\n            correspondence of the Associates of the late Doctor Bray, 1757-1773, concerning the\n            Negro school at Williamsburg, sponsored by the Society for the Propagation of the\n            Gospel; correspondence of Robley Dunglison with Jefferson's biographer, Henry S.\n            Randall; and great numbers of letters by Jefferson's executor and by members of his\n            immediate family which are to be found in the University archives and such of our\n            collections as the Carr-Cary Papers, the Edgehill-Randolph Papers, and the Francis\n            Walker Gilmer Manuscripts. Typical of other materials omitted are an eighteen-page\n            manuscript pedigree of the Jefferson family, compiled by Paul Berghaus, and kept with\n            our Jefferson Papers for the convenience of researchers; memorial addresses following\n            Jefferson's death in 1826; and letters of condolence to his family. A revealing item of\n            Jeffersoniana, omitted here, but shortly-to be published by the library as a separate\n            volume, is the manuscript of the recollections of Isaac Jefferson, a household slave at\n            Monticello, as dictated in old age to the historian, Charles Campbell.","One conspicuous omission which we hope will not be attributed to ingratitude has been\n            that of the names of donors. From 1825 to 1949 we have received from Jefferson himself,\n            from every generation of his descendants, and from a host of admirers of Jefferson and\n            friends of the University, gifts of Jeffersoniana or funds for their acquisition. The\n            addition of donors' names to already elaborate calendar headings, particularly in the\n            group entries covering numerous separate gifts, might, we feel, confuse the student. In\n            our published annual reports we attempt at least to record from year to year the names\n            of the benefactors on whom we rely so heavily for the growth of the collections.","To the Research Council of the Richmond Area University Center we are indebted for the\n            grant-in-aid which has made possible this publication. The courtesy and patience of the\n            Administrator and of the members of the Council in connection with our unavoidable\n            delays in printing are particularly appreciated.","If this work had a dedication, it would be to Harry Clemons, who brought the Manuscript\n            Division into being, whose faith has a way of moving mountains, and to whom all of the\n            daily tasks of our staff are truly dedicated by our admiration and affection.","University of Virginia  1 October 1949 Francis L. Berkeley."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003e[Title], [Date], [Accession number]. Special Collections, University of Virginia\n               Library, Charlottesville, Va.\u003c/p\u003e"],"prefercite_tesim":["[Title], [Date], [Accession number]. Special Collections, University of Virginia\n               Library, Charlottesville, Va."],"processinfo_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eA separate finding aid was created to reflect the arrangment of the architectural drawings and \n          other oversized materials in order to provide easier access to them. You can access the finding aid \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e\u003cextref type=\"simple\" href=\"https://archives.lib.virginia.edu/repositories/uva-sc/resources/the_university_of_virginia_jefferson_papers\" show=\"new\" actuate=\"onRequest\"\u003ehere.\u003c/extref\u003e\n          \u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e"],"processinfo_heading_ssm":["Processing Information"],"processinfo_tesim":["A separate finding aid was created to reflect the arrangment of the architectural drawings and \n          other oversized materials in order to provide easier access to them. You can access the finding aid  here."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eDeeds, plats, patents, and other legal papers concerning lands in Albemarle,\n                     Fluvanna, Goochland, Henrico, and Powhatan Counties, several of which establish\n                     the chain of title to Edgehill. Deeds for land owned by the Randolph Family\n                     (Richard Randolph, Jr., Thomas Mann Randolph, Thomas Jefferson Randolph), the\n                     Eppes Family (Francis Eppes, Richard Eppes, and William Eppes), and the\n                     Nicholas Family (John Nicholas, George Nicholas, and Robert Carter Nicholas.)\n                     Jefferson items are more fully calendared under dates 6 June 1751 and 29 March\n                     1762. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePower of attorney, acknowledged before Henry Wood, Clerk. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed for 3 acres of land in Goochland County. This deed was executed on the\n                     same day as one from Randolph to Jefferson, the payment in the latter being\n                     \"Henry Wetherburn's biggest bowl of Arrack punch\". \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMarriage bond for £50 signed by Peter Jefferson and countersigned by\n                     Arthur Hopkins, void if there be lawful cause to obstruct Jefferson's marriage\n                     with Jane Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[4]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginal map of the Virginia-North Carolina boundary to show the extension of\n                     William Byrd's survey of 1728 from Peter's Creek to Steep Rock Creek, as\n                     surveyed in 1749 by Joshua Fry and Peter Jefferson. \u003clb\u003e\u003c/lb\u003eThe legend, and\n                     presumably the entire drawing, is in the hand of Peter Jefferson. No other\n                     original map of the line of 1749 is known, but a \"tracing\" (preliminary draft?)\n                     of this boundary line, with an almost identical legend but in a different hand,\n                     is owned by the U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey, Washington, D. C. (E. G. Swem,\n                     Maps Relating to Virginia . . . p. 58). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[6]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo plats of same date for 11,777 and 1,790 acres of land on branches of Black\n                     Water, and on Tomahawk and Rock Castle creeks, respectively, of Black Water, a\n                     tributary of the Fluvanna (James) River in Albemarle (later Bedford) County,\n                     Va. Both surveyed for Thomas Ballow, William Dawson, Joshua Fry, Peter\n                     Jefferson, Charles Lynch, and Thomas Turpin. Indicate lands owned by\n                     Blankenship, Chetwood, Samuel Cobbs, Jr., Nicholas Davies, John Dawson, Francis\n                     Galloway, James, Hardwick, Benjamin Johnson, Thomas Meriwether, Rev. Mr. Stith,\n                     Richard Tullos, G. Walton, and John Wayles. First plat attested by Daniel\n                     Smith, Albemarle County Surveyor; second amended by T. J. with notes on\n                     sequence of titles. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[7], N-255, N-269\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndicates lots belonging to T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[8]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConsent for the marriage of Daniel Scott to Anna Randolph, daughter of Isham\n                     Randolph. Peter Jefferson was her nearest male relative. Witnessed by Richard\n                     Amis, Elizabeth LeVillian, and John Woodson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[9]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProvides for division of his home property and farms in Albemarle County (on\n                     the Rivanna and Hardware rivers), land on the Mississippi River, slaves, and\n                     money among his wife, Jane; his daughters, Jane, Elizabeth Martha and Lucy; and\n                     his sons, Thomas and Randolph. Thomas is to receive a portion of the slaves,\n                     his choice of the lands, and the residue of the estate Executors named are\n                     Peter Randolph, Thomas Turpin, John Nicholas, Dr. Thomas Walker, and John\n                     Harvie. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[10]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bottom half of an account book page, possibly listing taxes, notes that\n                     sums for Alexander Mackie, Edward Carter and Samuel Spencer, were paid by Peter\n                     Jefferson. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists books, furniture, personal effects, plantation equipment, slaves, and\n                     livestock, valued at more than £2400, on Peter Jefferson's property\n                     lying on the Rivanna River and its branches; appraisal made by Charles Lewis,\n                     Jr., John Henderson, and Thomas Smith. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[11]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRoyal grant, issued by the Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, of 380 acres in\n                     Albemarle County (later Bedford) on the branches of Tomahawk Creek and\n                     Blackwater, adjoining the Rev. Mr. Stith's land. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[12]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Harvie's accounts for family and planation expenses totaling\n                     £1489, account for tobacco crops, and an account with the Surveyor's\n                     Office of Albemarle County totaling £351. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[13]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWords and translation of \"Ohne Lieb und ohne Wein\" and \"Falle doch auf Doris\n                     Augenlieder\", music by Mr. Fleischer of Brunswick. A painfully literal\n                     translation, probably a student exercise at James Maury's or William and Mary.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[14]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey of the Manor of Greenway Court, a tract of 8840 acres in Frederick\n                     County granted to Martin by Thomas Lord Fairfax, made in connection with the\n                     lawsuit of Thomas B. Martin vs. Peter Wolf, defendant in an ejection suit.\n                     (Perhaps used after 1762 in an early case, not listed in T. J.'s Case Book.)\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[15]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists his misfortunes: his pocketbook, silk garters and new minuets eaten by\n                     rats; his watch and Rebecca Burwell's picture ruined by water. Her image\n                     prevents his getting to old Coke. Asks news of deaths, courtships, marriages.\n                     Greetings to Alice Corbin, Rebecca Burwell, and \"Sukey\" Potter. Is now near\n                     Shadwell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[16]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRoyal grant, issued by the Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, of 950 acres in\n                     Albemarle County in the fork of the Rivanna River. Mentions Cunningham's tract,\n                     John Webb, Richard Perkins. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[17]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of surveyor's courses in deed for 380-acre tract in Albemarle (later\n                     Bedford) County. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[18]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding \"Belinda\" (Rebecca Burwell Ambler)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotes on legal cases and fees including one for William Byrd; proposed and\n                     completed activities; purchases; subscriptions received for the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eVirginia Gazette\u003c/title\u003e and the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eGentlemen's Magazine\u003c/title\u003e; Greek and Latin phrases; house specifications\n                     (Monticello?); wine cellar contents; canal measurements; clavichord\n                     specifications; and the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eVirginia Almanack\u003c/title\u003e for\n                     1770 annotated with court and General Assembly sessions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eI. 23 pages, 1767 August 19-1770 June 30, T. J.'s personal accounts in his\n                     hand. II. 26 pages, 1786-1792 June 21: \"The Est. of Thomas Jefferson Esqr. in\n                     Account with Nicholas Lewis\" in unidentified hand. III. 68 pages, 1783-1791,\n                     accounts of various persons with T. J.'s estate in unidentified hand, with 1\n                     page of Martha Carr's account in T. J.'s hand. IV. fragment (p. 659) in T. J.'s\n                     hand. V. 3 pages, \"Alphabet to all accounts from J. Key's superintendence to\n                     Mr. Lewis's inclusive,\" in T. J.'s hand. VI. 1 page, \"Alphabet to the\n                     Merchant's accounts\" in T. J.'s hand. VII. 10 pages, 1794-1797, accounts for\n                     the \"Nailery\" in unidentified hand. VIII. Other later accounts and sketches by\n                     members of the Randolph family. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2341-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal studies of Phillip Turpin. Building of Monticello. Will visit Turpin on\n                     way to Williamsburg. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2342]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvice, in a case shared with John Blair, on land surveys, patents, and claims.\n                     Mentions Mr. Benson, Mr. Green, Mr. Harrison, Mr. Sevear (Sevier?), Mr. and\n                     Mrs. James Wood, and Colonel Wood. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[19]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecorded 5 May 1770 by Ben Waller, Clerk. Witnessed by Robert Carter Nicholas,\n                     Edmund Pendleton, and James Mercer. Bruce Family Manuscripts. \u003clb\u003e\u003c/lb\u003eDeed,\n                     Harrison to Coles, conveying 1020 acres of land on the Dan River (the Berry\n                     Hill tract), formerly the property of William Byrd and sold to Richard Bland 16\n                     April 1751. Drafted by Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[20]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUpper portion of draft of preliminary report on parliamentary rules and procedures. See #10803-a, below, for lower portion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLower portion of draft of preliminary report on parliamentary rules and procedures. See #10803, above, for upper portion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFront elevation showing double porches; first floor plan. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2343;\n                        N-46]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists Garner's, McDowell's, Stribling's Spring, Crawford, Laporte, Mrs.\n                     Berry's, Hodge's, Bell's, Kincaid's, Lange's, Harnest's at Panther Gap,\n                     Cloverdale, Bratton's, Williams's Spring, Scotchtown, Fawcet's, Shaw's,\n                     McLung's, and Dry Branch Gap. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2344]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists McLung, Shaw's, Fawcet's, Scotchtown, Cloverdale, Lange, [Kincaid's?],\n                     Hodges, McDowell, Staunton, Waynesboro, Morrison's, Yancey, Hardings, Wood's.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2345]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists furnishings for Monticello, some to be gotten from Phillip Mazzei. Cost\n                     of Shadwell locks. Prices at mill. Bricks needed to complete Monticello.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2346]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ere: legal advice\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ere: some law books Turpin has for sale and offering to purchase \"Hawkins's\n                     pleas of the crown.\" [William Hawkins, 1673-1746, Treatise of the Pleas of the\n                     Crown.] He also mentions his lack of free time because of his attendance at the\n                     Albemarle court. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[ADD]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvice on choice of books; defense of fiction. Sends greetings to Wintipock.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[22]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for further information on the case of Matthew MacVee vs. James Wilson\n                     and William Orange (case 508). Refers to drawing of bill in case of Henry Brown\n                     vs. William Tucker et al., for money due Brown for slave hired by Tucker, for\n                     which Tucker's vessel was attached (case 548). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[23]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStudy for final elevation of the first version. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2347; N-47]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses copy of Dickie's bill against Cabell-Requests Cabell's statement\n                     regarding the boundary dispute. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[24]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInscriptions for tomb, foot of grave, and upper part of stone. Quotes David\n                     Mallet's Excursion and Ossian's Temora. Mentions Charlottesville, Va., John and\n                     Jane Carr of Louisa County, Martha Jefferson, Peter and Jane Jefferson, and T.\n                     J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2348]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVerdict of the special jury in a dispute regarding land on the James River.\n                     Signed by Ben. Waller, Clerk of the General Court. References to John Farrar,\n                     Thomas Farrar, John Sutton Farrar, Thomas Lygon, and Mr. Turpin.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[25]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlbemarle County land to be purchased by T. J. (This land, 483 acres on\n                     Montalto adjacent to Monticello, bought by T. J. in 1777 for £190.)\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2350]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003emarginal notes in copies of \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eLe vrai sens du systeme de\n                        la nature posthume\u003c/title\u003e by Helvetius (Londres, 1774) and \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eSysteme de la nature\u003c/title\u003e by Paul Henry Thiry, baron\n                     d'Holbach (Londres, 1771)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the battle of Charlestown [Bunker Hill] and says it is \"certain that the regulars have had between 12 \u0026amp; 1400 killed and wounded\" and that British Major John Pitcairn \"is among the slain, at which every body rejoices, as he was the commanding officer at Lexington[,] was the first who fired his own piece there \u0026amp; gave the command to fire.\" He mentions that \"New Englanders are fitting out light vessels of war\" and are \"now intent on burning Boston as a hive which gives cover to regulars.\"  He discusses the lack of gunpowder and says that \"nothing is wanting but salt petre [sic].\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. and Gatewood agree to T. J.'s purchase of 2,000 acres in Bedford County, Virginia, the future site of Poplar Forest, for 1,000 pounds, the purchase to be completed after T. J.'s return from Philadelphia. Addenda on verso. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of the battle of Bunker Hill has reached England. T. J. reports on British strategy. References to Sir Jeffery Amherst, Guy Carleton, Lord Dunmore, General Gage, Commodore Molyneux Shuldham, and William Tryon. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[26]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurrender of Chambly. Arms taken at Chambly to be used at St. John's, Montreal,\n                     and upper ports of St. Lawrence River. Arnold's success not known. Commotion in\n                     South Carolina. No news from Virginia. Mentions Mrs. William Byrd and Mrs.\n                     Elizabeth Wayles Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2351]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes Arnold is in possession of Quebec, since intercepted letters indicate a\n                     large British army will soon be sent. Has written to Patty to keep at a\n                     distance from the alarms of Lord Dunmore. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[27]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2352]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of names appearing in Jefferson's account books for the years [1776-1778].\n                     The account book itself (original in the Massachusetts Historical Society,\n                     microfilm in the Alderman Library) was written on blank pages of the Virginia\n                     Almanac for 1776-1778. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[28]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA committee of five, consisting of Jefferson, Thomas Ludwell Lee, George Mason,\n                     Edmund Pendleton, and George Wythe, were appointed by the Virginia Convention\n                     of 1776 to draft a revision of the Virginia laws--the genesis of Jefferson's\n                     epochal work for religious and intellectual freedom. Lee died, Mason resigned,\n                     and the work was divided among the other three. Jefferson prepared the sections\n                     on common law and statutes to 4 James I; Wythe prepared the British statutes\n                     from that date to 1776; Pendleton worked on laws passed in Virginia. The index\n                     is in Jefferson's hand, the ordinances in several other hands, probably of\n                     clerks of the committee. Jefferson indexes 126 bills, 66 of which are included\n                     in this draft. The bills were printed by Dixon and Holt, Richmond, 1784.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[29]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2353, N-536]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn verso of letter, 1777 August 15 from Charles S. Lewis, Jr. May be related to\n                     N-496. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-537]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal opinion on a much disputed will. Bequests of Neck of Land, Bull Run, and\n                     Shenandoah to Nathaniel Burwell, Carter B. Fontaine, Mr. Griffin, and daughter.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[30]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses record of tickets received by John Wayles. Col. William Byrd signed\n                     page, but account is inaccurate. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2354]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed for Elk Hill, a tract of land in Goochland County. Certification by\n                     Beverley Randolph and John Woodson that Anne Skipwith freely relinquishes her\n                     right of dower in this tract, November 1778. Witnessed by Henry Cox, Thomas\n                     Young, Henry Tuggle. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[31]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe T. J.'s notifying his relation, [Randolph?] Jefferson, of court order\n                     requiring latter to give security for costs in his suit against Reade's\n                     administrators, which order was obtained by Mr. Carrington. Notes on verso re\n                     Joyce Shifflet. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2355-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. writes in support of exchanging Baron de Geisman, one of the Convention\n                     prisoners in Albemarle County, Va.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. refers to Bland's recent letter to former Governor [Patrick] Henry\n                     forwarding an unspecified request from British General [William] Phillips,\n                     currently imprisoned with the British troops at the Barracks in Albemarle\n                     County, Va. He discusses the barbarities of Indian attacks upon settlers at the\n                     instigation of British General [Henry] Hamilton into whose conduct the Council\n                     [of State] will soon be inquiring, noting that there should be a respect for\n                     Hamilton's \"honorable bravery\" in opposition to the \"cruel \u0026amp; cowardly\n                     warfare of the savage, whose object in war is to extinguish human nature.\" He\n                     informs Bland that the militia under his command should be discharged, repeats\n                     Colonel [William] Finnie's instructions on applying for clothes for Bland's\n                     regiment of guards and horse, and authorizes him to put the guards and horse\n                     under his command together on the same payroll as both are part of the\n                     Continental Army. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAuthorization to inspect and state the quantity and condition of all military\n                     stores in Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[32]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAs Tucker has interest in the American states and Bermuda, T. J. sends copies\n                     of resolution of Virginia Council regarding exchange of aid. T. J. covertly\n                     suggests if Bermuda will supply \"Brobdinagian\" bushels of salt, America will\n                     respond with Indian corn. Accompanying the letter are: 1779 June 21, ACT OF\n                     ASSEMBLY authorizing the trade of grain for salt. ADS signed by Archibald\n                     Blair, Clerk of Council (18th century copy). Also, 1780 September 26,\n                     CERTIFICATE by BENJAMIN POWELL, Williamsburg justice of the peace, declaring\n                     that Tucker received T. J.'s letter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2358]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommendation for Rev. Charles Clay. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2359]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommissions. Captains: Burnley, Purvis, Porter, Burton, White, Herndon.\n                     Lieutenants: Slaughter, Taylor, Paulett, Pettus. Ensigns: Winston, Slaughter,\n                     Paulet. Has no provisions, but Board of War may help. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2360]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOfficer for Western Battalion to be commissioned. To proceed with first half of\n                     battalion to Albemarle; Crockett to follow with remainder. Mentions Sampson\n                     Mathews in Augusta and auditors in Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2361]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransmitting a petition from Alexander Dick to the Governor and Council of\n                     Virginia requesting a commission as major in the Marines. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[33]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlphabetical index to his Account Book for 1779-1782, which is owned by the\n                     Library of Congress. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[34]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2362]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eItems secured from office of House of Burgesses, Peyton Randolph through R.\n                     Hickman, Richard Bland, Charles City Office, John Page of Rosewell, and Pervis.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2363]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSummer operations in the West. Clark has a choice between an expedition against\n                     Detroit or a war against the Indians. The Shawnees, Mingoes, Munnies, and\n                     Wyandottes should be exterminated or moved beyond the lakes or the Illinois\n                     River. Major Slaughter's men will complete Clark's battalion Proposed chain of\n                     posts on the Ohio at the mouth of the Fishinger, the Little Kanawha, Great\n                     Kanawha, Great Salt Cut, Scioto, and Kentucky, which will connect Pittsburgh\n                     and the falls of the Ohio, or possibly the mouth of the Ohio.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[35]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForwards letter from France. Asks instructions regarding sending of\n                     Parliamentary Register containing correspondence of Sir William Howe and John\n                     Burgoyne. Pensacola and St. Augustine taken by the Spaniards. Enemy attack not\n                     imminent. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[36]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNine and one half acres, an island in Fluvanna River, Albemarle County.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2364]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn the hand of C. H. Moseley, Jr. John James, Jr., and Adam Lovitt's bond to\n                     Thomas Jefferson, Chief Magistrate of the Commonwealth of Virginia, void if due\n                     cause is found why James cannot marry Seabrook Woodhouse. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[37]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders wine. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2365]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand grant of 1,000 acres in Kentucky County, \"near the Falls of Ohio.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGrant for 400 acres of land in Louisa and Albemarle counties; land forfeited by\n                     Nicholas Oliver on failure to pay quitrents on said land.[ \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e38]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding requisitions of money, supplies, and troops from Virginia by the\n                     Continental Congress. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[39]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting certificates for the number of arms carried by his regiment at the\n                     time it entered the Continental service. Certificate needed for settling of\n                     accounts between Virginia and Congress. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[40]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA form letter, forwards a patriotic proposition sent to Martha Washington, by\n                     \"our sisters of Pennsylvania,\" and asks the recipient to circulate it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePatent for 1773 acres in Augusta County. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[41]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e50 acres in Augusta County. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2366]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e400 acres in Augusta County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e209 acres in Albemarle County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommission, appointing Latané a lieutenant in the Essex County\n                     militia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[42]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses the issuing of clothes for the guards assigned to the Convention Army\n                     and explains the new regulations regarding such issues.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds in Old Continental and State currency received of Mr. Lewis from Mary\n                     Lewis' collection in Albemarle for donation to soldiers.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2368]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommissions for James Kerr, Bennett Henderson, John Pipen, William Hughes,\n                     Jonathan Key, Joshua Fry, and Henry Burke\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 22 November , from Thomas Nelson at Richneck, enclosing note from\n                     Newport's news point, indicates that enemy ships are standing for Capes. Must\n                     reinforce Southern army to overcome Cornwallis' expected move on Camden.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2369]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrench forces in Chesapeake Bay at Hampton Roads near Hampton and Yorktown.\n                     Burwell's ferry and West Point to Jamestown should be defended. Mentions\n                     Cumberland, Pamunkey River, King and Queen Court House, Hoods, Portopotank and\n                     Mattaponi. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2370]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransmitting his official thanks to the militia and their officers.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[43]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis may be an early version of Jefferson's design for the President's House,\n                     Washington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-281]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-282]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning taxes necessary for the support of paper currency issues (in\n                     Virginia?) for the years 1778-1784. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[44]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMilitia to rendezvous at Petersburg to repel British troops. Invasion Law.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2373]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBritish troops have retired down James River. German prisoners to return to\n                     barracks in Albemarle. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2373-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson sends the monetary requisition and available medicine. He informs\n                     Steuben that the council has honored his request for an aide who knows the\n                     Virginia militia by appointing John Walker and mentions that most of General\n                     George Weedon's militia on their way to join General Thomas Nelson were\n                     scheduled for discharge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnlistments to guard German prisoners in Albemarle must be extended. Mr. Brown\n                     has money for maintenance of Germans. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2373-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCornwallis, having been at Boyd's Ferry on the 14th, approaches. Convention\n                     troops must be removed. Prisoners from Cow-pens to be at Staunton. Troops to\n                     remain below the Blue Ridge. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2373-c]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends blank power of impressment for horses for Greene's dragoons; and\n                     discussing a plan to be submitted to Baron von Steuben for assigning regular\n                     army officers to militia companies and sending the released militia officers\n                     and surplus line officers to Greene for permanent dismissal or other\n                     assignment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWeedon, Fredericksburg, Va., discusses the progress of assembling various units\n                     of Virginia militia to march to [Hanover?] Court House to receive further\n                     orders from the Baron [von Steuben?] and the need for additional boxes of\n                     ammunition.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGrant of 45 acres in Essex County, Va.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e161 acres on Rivanna River. Mentions John Shiflet, Stephen Phillips, Baptist\n                     Road, Ivy Creek, Samuel Ray, Alexander Markie, and Joseph Burnett.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2374]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks that militiamen be relieved for corn planting. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2375]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks recipients to act on Congress' plan for settlement of Col. Wood's account.\n                     Encloses resolution (not present) of Va. Council of State requesting that\n                     action. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2375-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWeedon discusses the failure of his plan to protect the lower Virginia counties\n                     and Newport News from British vessels on the James River. According to news\n                     received from Captain William Davenport, Captain Chandler of the Patriot\n                     disobeyed orders of Weedon's to patrol the area only, and engaged the British\n                     instead, losing his ship and crew.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Whitlock found him with Militia by Potomac River. Skirmished with British\n                     who now go to Alexandria. British advance on tobacco stores on Yeocomico River.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2376]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGrant for 111 acres of land on the east side of Buck Island Creek, a tributary\n                     of the Rivanna River, south of Monticello in Albemarle County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStores wanted for the militia of Westmoreland. News of Lord Cornwallis, General\n                     Greene, and General Phillips. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[45]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppointing him ensign in the Virginia militia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[46]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJoint commission of Joseph Moore, Charles Allen, Richard Foster, Joseph Parks,\n                     William Wooton, and Richard Winn, as justices of the peace for Prince Edward\n                     County. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[47]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApprehension of French deserters for the Marquis de Lafayette.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[48]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Col. James Monroe, who is resuming his studies in Europe. Prospects\n                     for capturing Cornwallis, recovering Georgia and South Carolina. Mentions\n                     Princeton, N. J., and Charleston, S. C. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[49]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThese notes, copied from manuscript journals no longer in existence, begin with\n                     the articles of agreement of Governor Sir William Berkeley and his Council with\n                     the Commissioners of the Commonwealth of England, 12 March 1651. They end\n                     abruptly six pages later, the remainder of the leather-bound volume being\n                     blank. It is presumed that they were made in connection with Query XIII (on\n                     Virginia's Constitution) of the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eNotes on the State of\n                        Virginia.\u003c/title\u003e It is possible, however, that the extracts date from 1774;\n                     precedents from the Commonwealth period are cited in \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eA\n                        Summary View of the Rights of British America.\u003c/title\u003e\u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[50]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed for 120 acres of land in Goochland County. Commission, signed by G. Payne,\n                     to John Hopkins, William Holman, and Nathaniel Mason, Justices of the Peace, to\n                     determine whether Sally Smith freely relinquishes her dower rights in said\n                     land, 12 March, and the report by John Hopkins and William Holman 12 April,\n                     1782. Witnessed by Robert Lewis, Henry Macklim, and Charles Smith.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[51]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo beer by Jupiter since brewer is visiting wife. Col. Cary appreciates pecan\n                     trees; Mr. Carter raising rabbits at Shirley. Regrets fire. Mentions Mrs.\n                     Jefferson and Mr. Tucker. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2378]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill does not protect Mrs. Wayland, who must claim legal rights. Cites Garbland\n                     vs. Mayot 2 Vernon 105, Cook vs. Cook ibid. 545, Bateman vs. Roach 9 Modern\n                     Cases in Law and Equity 104, and Coleman vs. Seymour 1 Vesey 209.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2379]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson writes to Harrison concerning a debt to Mr. Nathan contracted by\n                     Jefferson on public business, and inquires specifically if the state would\n                     assume the defense in case of a suit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSentiment on death and eternal separation. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2380]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions John Wayles. With construction directions. Quotes Iliad.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2381]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTranslation of note in unidentified hand. Sketch for monument. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2382],\n                        [N-538]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill leave Col. Wood's sword with James Madison when he goes to Europe.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2383-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePossibility of forming a company with Gov. [Abner] Nash to speculate in land\n                     between the Cherokee and Mississippi Rivers. If Jefferson goes to France, the\n                     responsibility would fall on Mr. Lewis and on Eppes. Determined to keep clear\n                     of anything that might make private interests interfere with public duties.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[52]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed for 50 acres of land in Goochland County. Witnesses: Charles Kerr Nancy\n                     Scott Jefferson, Peter Carr. Recorded 19 May 1783 by G. Payne Clerk of\n                     Goochland County. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[53]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-506],\u003c/bibref\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2384]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson replies to the notice of an appointment by Zane and hopes Zane will\n                     send him British news.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTurpin's medical studies in Great Britain and Paris, service in Royal Navy,\n                     efforts to join American forces. Mentions Cowpens, Charleston, Fort Washington,\n                     London, Long Island, New York, Staten Island; Benedict Arnold, Sir Guy\n                     Carleton, Lord Cornwallis, Mr. Griffin, Governor Nelson, the Utaws, George\n                     Washington; Acts of Virginia Assembly, Foster's Crown Law, Governor's\n                     Proclamation, Manuscript Records of Congress. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2385]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvice concerning his education and conduct. Respect due to Mr. and Mrs.\n                     [Matthew] Maury. Recommends he make the acquaintance of James Madison.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[54]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of Patsy (Martha) and Polly (Maria) Jefferson and Elizabeth Eppes. Price\n                     of tobacco. Richard Randolph's account with Mr. Wayles' estate. [Matthew] Maury\n                     has removed his school from Orange to Williamsburg. Mentions Peter Carr and\n                     John Wayles Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[55]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGrammar school in Albemarle. Dr. Witherspoon at Princeton and Irish persons at\n                     Philadelphia know of no available teachers. Seeking one in Scotland. Expects\n                     war in Europe. Mentions Turkey, France, Prussia, Great Britain, Ireland,\n                     Holland. Congress not yet assembled. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2386]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNine codes are included. Most of these are simple substitution ciphers,\n                     numerals being substituted for words or syllables. Two are more complicated;\n                     one is developed from a column arrangement of the Lord's Prayer; another is a\n                     dictionary cipher involving the use of a French-English pocket dictionary. One\n                     of the number codes in Jefferson's hand has a note, \"frequently throw in\n                     numbers higher than 1545, which meaning nothing will serve to perplex.\" Some\n                     codes are endorsed with names of users, Robert R. Livingston, J. M. [James\n                     Madison?], Thomas Jefferson, Edmund Randolph, Edmund Pendleton.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[56]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWine ledger sheet and \"list of sundry memorandoms\" itemizing the sale of table\n                     cloths and loaf sugar to T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[57]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSettlement of T. J.'s bond (to Walker?) by an order on Alexander McDonald of\n                     Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[58]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRatification of French treaty. Difficulties involved in gaining the necessary\n                     vote of nine states on important business. Russo-Turkish relations. Possibility\n                     of new attack on the U. S. by Great Britain. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[59]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotes on household accounts in T. J.'s hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRusso-Turkish relations. Cool reception of John Adams and John Jay in London.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[60]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVisited Bear Castle with Peter Carr and saw Mr. Overton. Mr. Stuart told Mr.\n                     Bolling that Mr. Short had found school for Peter. Mr. Short wrote from\n                     Monticello that Mr. Key should send him to Liberty Hall, Rockbridge County. Mr.\n                     Wilton at Eppington. Health of Nancy at Fairfields, Lucy, Martha, and Mr.\n                     Bolling. Jenny Cary has daughter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2387]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson has been appointed to the European commercial treaty committee and\n                     wishes Short to join him in Philadelphia. If Short decides to come he is to\n                     bring one of Jefferson's servants with him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Lucy Jefferson and Lucy Eppes, both from whooping cough. Polly\n                     Jefferson and Bolling Eppes both ill. Regards to Patsy. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[61]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph inscription in presentation copy of \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eNotes on\n                        the State of Virginia\u003c/title\u003e , Paris, 1784-85. Warns against publication.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[62]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInscription in a presentation copy of \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eNotes on the State\n                        of Virginia\u003c/title\u003e (French edition). Asks that he guard against its\n                     publication. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[63]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInscription in a presentation copy of \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eNotes on the State\n                        of Virginia\u003c/title\u003e (French edition). Asks that he guard against its\n                     publication. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[64]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for clothing for Jefferson and his daughters. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[65]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport on his education with Matthew Maury and his brother Dabney's education\n                     with Smith at Prince Edward Academy. References to [Bishop] James Madison and\n                     the College of William and Mary. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[66]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMartha's health. Nancy's package. Mr. Bolling did not see Col. LeMaire; Mrs.\n                     Eppes did. Health of Maria and Dabney Carr. Peter with James Maury, as James\n                     Madison wished. Mr. and Mrs. Bolling to go to Chesterfield. Tom Bolling and\n                     Mary Bolling Lewis of Fairfields dead. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2388]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eYears in France. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2389]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Adams carried earlier letter. Emperor in Italy. Dutch agents in Vienna.\n                     Constantinople troops refuse to use European arms. No news of Mr. Lamb. No\n                     progress in Barbary proceedings. Diplomatic cipher code message.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2390]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMazzei brought letter. Condolence to Thomas and Mary J. Bolling. Maria to come.\n                     Letter from Peter Carr at Williamsburg. Books from London. Mr. Maury praises\n                     him. Dabney Carr's position. Samuel Carr's health. Martha well, speaking\n                     French. David Humphries, Mr. Short, T. J. do not speak French so well. Will\n                     send silk for Anna Scott Jefferson. James Madison to forward letters. No news\n                     of Eppington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2391]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe Emperor hurt by German Confederation. Need to reestablish trade with\n                     England. Recommends Mr. Barclay be sent to treat with the Barbary States.\n                     Necessity for minister to Portugal. Appointment of William Short as his private\n                     secretary. Pleasure with Land Ordinance of 1785. Adoption of the dollar as the\n                     U. S. monetary unit. Importance of a favorable reception for Benjamin Franklin\n                     in the U. S. Reference to John Adams and Colonel Humphreys.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[67]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters to Francis and Elizabeth Wayles Eppes not answered. Jacques LeMaire,\n                     who wrote from Richmond about Maria, carried letters. Daniel and Theodorick\n                     Fitzhugh bring seeds. Daniel Fitzhugh to see Eppes in Richmond. Wants Maria\n                     sent. Nurses, ships, and voyages. Isabel would be a good nurse, or a young lady\n                     going to France or England. Nurse need come only to Havre, l'Orient, or Nantes.\n                     Martha's French better than that of David Humphries, William Short, or T. J.\n                     Emperor and Dutch settled quarrel. Possible trouble with Turks. Mentions\n                     Horsdu-monde, James Hemings. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2392]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDaniel and Theodorick Fitzhugh stayed longer than expected. Dr. Currie reports\n                     Maria and all are well. Maria's trip to France. Mr. Fitzhugh brings seeds.\n                     Mentions Mr. and Mrs. Skipwith and Maria. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2393]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBooks from Henley. Mentions Mr. Bradford and Mr. Gwatkin. Williamsburg fire.\n                     William and Mary College's altered curriculum. Mentions George Wythe and\n                     professors James McClung and Charles Bellini. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2393-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn unidentified hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTravel in France. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2394]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn France, perhaps for U.S. ministry. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2397]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotes in T. J.'s hand with notes in an unidentified hand on the verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThird person letter to Hartley, Minister Plenipotentiary from Great Britain,\n                     mentioning the Virginia Resolutions of 19 May 1784.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts of small sums owed the blacksmith shop for each year from 1785 through\n                     1793 contain names of 80 local residents including James Monroe, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Edward Carter, Bennett Henderson, and Nicholas Lewis. Several are\n                     initialled \"G,\" possibly George, the slave in charge of the shop.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReplies to questions propounded by the editor of the Encyclopédie\n                     Politique. Degree to which Congress or the state legislatures regulate foreign\n                     commerce. Reasons why Rhode Island opposes federal regulation, and possible\n                     solutions of the problem. Economic character of Connecticut and Rhode Island.\n                     Right of the Union to compel one state to obedience. Coercion by naval force\n                     less dangerous. Comparison of American government with European forms.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[68]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill ask Martha to contact aunt. Mr. Short well. Greetings to Mr. and Mrs.\n                     Skipwith and Mrs. Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2466]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for clothing. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[69]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpecifications for a tool chest. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2397-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for clothing. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[69]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for scientific apparatus and mathematics instruments.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[70]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for repairing ivory chessmen. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[71]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for clothing. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[69]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLodging at Mrs. Connor's. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2398]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHealth of T. J., Mrs. Skipwith, Peter Carr with Mr. Maury, Dabney Carr, Jenny\n                     Carr. Samuel Carr not seen. Bolling family at Fairfields. Has Bernard Moore\n                     settled bond for Dabney Carr's law books? Mentions Elizabeth Wayles Eppes,\n                     Eppington, Monticello, Williamsburg. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2399]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson sends a letter of introduction for Madame de Gregoire whose family\n                     claimed land in Maine under a grant from the French crown when it held the\n                     province of Arcadia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClaims against the John Wayles estate by Farrell \u0026amp; Jones, Mr. Cary,\n                     Mrs. Nick, Kippen \u0026amp; Co., and T. J. himself. Regrets Polly was not sent\n                     to him. Thanks for gift of anchovies and claret. Mentions Martha Jefferson and\n                     Elizabeth Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[72]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. tells his daughter what time he will call for her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. asks her to obtain permission to come to dinner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCramp in hand prevents a long letter. He has cleared up her misunderstanding\n                     with Madame de Corny. Greetings to her husband. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[73]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis letters too full of pure affection to go by the public post. Hopes to see\n                     her again. Must trust this to the post-office, but will disguise his seal and\n                     superscription. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[74]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReason she has not received his letters. Wishes he were with her. Hopes she is\n                     coming to Paris. Possibility of her drawing Natural Bridge and the Peaks of\n                     Otter. Thanks for a gift of songs she has composed. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[75]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCourse of study under George Wythe and others. News of his brothers Dabney and\n                     Samuel. References to Charles Bellini, Maria Jefferson, and [Bishop] James\n                     Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[76]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchased tea tray. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2402]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchased butter boats, pudding dish. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2403]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchased calico. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2404]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchased sword chains. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2405]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchased coffee urn. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2406]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchased coffee jar. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2407]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchased stewing dish and top. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2408]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchased silver cross. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2409]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchased small silver cross. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2410]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchased bit. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2411]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchased silver candlestick. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2412]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Gibraltar. Trouble in Morocco. Writes to Mrs. Barclay at Richmond.\n                     Goes to Philadelphia, hoping to find a letter from Mr. Barclay.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2414]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[2414-a]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Mann Randolph, Jr. cut chip while visiting Stratford-on-Avon, England.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2415]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of vegetables and flowers with proper times for sowing, in French with\n                     English translations. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[77]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Madison, now member of Congress, has not forwarded all letters. Maria well,\n                     does not want to go to France. Isabel may not go. Health of Peter Carr, Nancy,\n                     and Bolling and Charles Lewis families. Jenny Cary says French Consul at\n                     Williamsburg may go next summer. Mr. Smith commends Dabney. Samuel Carr not\n                     seen. Mrs. Eppes could not bring Maria to Monticello. Inquires after Martha.\n                     Mentions Eppington and Wilson Nicholas. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2416]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson writes to Michel Guillaume St. John de Crevecoeur and claims that\n                     Jersey farmers were the first to rediscover the Greek craft of bending a young\n                     sapling to form the circumference of a wheel. He quotes a passage from Homer on\n                     the method and reports that Benjamin Franklin aided the British patent holder\n                     in doing it with seasoned wood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Madison to bring letters, including one for Peter Carr. Maria at Eppington.\n                     Health of Mr. Randolph of Dungeness, his eldest son in Scotland, and Jenny\n                     Cary. Mrs. Marshall, née Ambler, insane. Mrs. Page of Rosewell and\n                     Mrs. Nicholas dead. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2417]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppointment of members to the Constitutional Convention. Growth of monarchist\n                     strength. Recommends a federal government with supreme power. Change in the\n                     principle of representation. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[78]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShipment of cones, holly, cedar berries, and myrtle berries. Tobacco at\n                     Monticello and Bedford. Colonel Lewis has the whole management of Jefferson's\n                     affairs. Polly will go to France with the French consul and his wife. Claret\n                     has arrived. Mentions Mr. Beall of Williamsburg and Mr. Bondfield.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[79]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions regarding her responsibilities for her sister Maria.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[80]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests payment of T. J.'s account, April 18-May, 1786\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaria Jefferson about to sail to France. Report on his studies at William and\n                     Mary under George Wythe; Wythe's religious views. Samuel and Dabney Carr's\n                     education. Wishes to \"get the polish of Europe\". Mentions Martha Jefferson and\n                     Matthew Maury. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[81]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaria going to France. Sad to leave Eppington and Mrs. Eppes. Saw Sam Carr.\n                     Servant murdered baby of Mr. Stannard who married daughter of Ned Carter. Nancy\n                     well. Lucy Randolph married Frenchman. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2418]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMadame de Traubenheim says Martha unwell. Maria in England.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2419]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescription of trip to Italy, mentioning Turin, Milan, Genoa, Nice, Col de\n                     Tende, Chateau de Saorgis. Wishes she would come to Paris.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[82]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill ride with Martha and Miss Annesley. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2421]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHe does not deserve a long letter. Discusses his trip through Italy, mentioning\n                     Turin, Genoa, Milan. She has finally met Madame de Corny. Letters and a parcel\n                     for the Duchess of Kingston. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[83]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDabney Carr estate unpaid for Bernard Moore's purchase of Dabney Carr's books.\n                     Favorable accounts of her sons, Peter, Samuel, and Dabney Carr, received from\n                     George Wythe and [Bishop] James Madison. References to Nicholas Lewis, Martha\n                     Jefferson, Maria Jefferson, Lucy Carr, and Nancy Carr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[84]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDabney Carr estate unpaid for Bernard Moore's purchase of Dabney Carr's books.\n                     Favorable accounts of her sons, Peter, Samuel, and Dabney Carr, received from\n                     George Wythe and [Bishop] James Madison. References to Nicholas Lewis, Martha\n                     Jefferson, Maria Jefferson, Lucy Carr, and Nancy Carr. Wants report on\n                     Monticello fruit trees. Maria's trip to Paris. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[84]\u003c/bibref\u003e,\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2422]\u003c/bibref\u003e, \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2425]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. comments on the memorial Churchman sent regarding \"a table of variations\n                     of the needle for all different meridians whatever,\" to be applied during a\n                     voyage between America and Europe; expresses difficulties that would occur;\n                     discusses the need to address questions raised by the French Academy of\n                     Science; and ending with, \"I shall be happy that our country may have the\n                     honour of furnishing the old world what it has so long sought in vain.\"\n                     Jefferson may be referring for the work Churchman eventually published in\n                     Philadelphia in 1790: \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eAn explanation of the magnetic\n                        atlas, or variationchart, hereto annexed, projected on a plan entirely new,\n                        by which the magnetic variation on any part of the globe may be precisely\n                        determined.\u003c/title\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvice on religion and on travel in Europe. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[85]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeed for powerful federal government in foreign affairs. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[86]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the Constitutional Convention. Predicts federal sovereignty in\n                     foreign affairs and in matters relative to all the states, means of enforcement\n                     for the national government, separation of powers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[87]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes education system in use in his academy. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[88]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eObservations on the Constitutional Convention. Federal government to operate on\n                     individuals not on the states. Division of power between executive and\n                     legislative branches, and between Federal and State governments. Adjustment of\n                     interests of large and small states. Sectional interests. Extensive discussion\n                     of precedents and questions involved in these matters. Reasons why only three\n                     Virginia names are subscribed to the Constitution. Discussion of public opinion\n                     of the Constitution, state by state. References to Samuel Chase, Patrick Henry,\n                     James Innes, Arthur Lee, Richard Henry Lee, James McClurg, John Marshall,\n                     George Mason, James Mercer, William Paca, Mann Page, Edmund Pendleton, George\n                     Washington, and George Wythe. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[89]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePeter Carr to carry letter to Mr. Madison. Maria's trip. Judgment against\n                     Bernard Moore. Trip to Buck Island. Criticizes Hastings Marks. Jack Carr says\n                     Marks and Hudson Martin to go to Kentucky. Sold cook, Lewis. Archibald Cary\n                     died. Health of Cary's son Arche, and of Peter and Dabney Carr. Mrs. Bolling's\n                     son died. Polly Cary married Mr. Peachy. Letter for Martha.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2423]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDinner invitations for Messrs. d'Hancarville, St. André, Niemscevicz,\n                     and Count Btocki. Wishes she had seen more of Jefferson while in Paris.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[91]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEducation at William and Mary interrupted by lack of funds. Need for Spanish\n                     dictionary. Requests advice on matters of importance in his life. News of Sam\n                     and Dabney Carr. References to Mr. Elder, Martha and Maria Jefferson [Bishop]\n                     James Madison, and George Wythe. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[90]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy used by Jefferson, containing his manuscript additions, revisions, maps,\n                     and plates. Bound into this book are eleven letters of Edward D. Ingraham of\n                     Philadelphia and John Spear Smith, 1845-1847, dealing with a proposed\n                     publication of the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eNotes\u003c/title\u003e from this copy, then\n                     owned by Smith. No edition of the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eNotes\u003c/title\u003e having\n                     appeared between 1847 and 1853, it can be assumed that Smith's work was either\n                     not published or was published by J. W. Randolph in 1853 without mention of\n                     Smith's editorial work. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[92]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2426]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for news of Polly Jefferson. Mentions Martha Jefferson, Martha Jefferson\n                     Carr, and Anna Jefferson Marks. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[93]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePain of parting. Illness of M. de Corny. Arrival of Mrs. Church. Wishes she had\n                     fewer friends and servants so he might have more time alone with her.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[94]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas not written because he could find no private conveyance. Choice of a tea\n                     vase in which Mrs. Church and Mr. Turnbull have helped. Compliments to Mr.\n                     Cosway. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[95]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarren Hastings' trial. Ratification of the Constitution. Lack of religious\n                     toleration for Protestants in France. (The printed copies address the letter to\n                     William Edward Rutledge; however, Jefferson's \"Epistolary Record\" refers to the\n                     letter as to John Rutledge, Jr.) \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[96]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes for ratification of Constitution with amendment of its defects.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[97]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVirginia's opposition to ratification of the Constitution will produce\n                     beneficial amendments. Bill of Rights. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[98]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions Madame de Corny, \"Kitty\" [Catharine Church] and the girls and invites\n                     Mrs. Church to Monticello. Compares the beauty and charm of America to Europe.\n                     Affectionate and complimentary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCourse of study at William and Mary. Books received from John Paradise, but not\n                     from T. J. Mentions George Wythe. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[99]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReasons he has not written. Prefers the paintings of Van der Werff and Carlo\n                     Dolce to Rubens. Trip to Dusseldorff, Heidelberg, and Strasbourg. Mentions\n                     Laurence Sterne, Princess Lubomirski, and M. de Simoulin.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[100]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAngry that he does not write more often. Suggests he come to England. Mentions\n                     John Trumbull, William Short, Mme. Palivae de Corny, Luigi Marchesi, Richard\n                     Cosway. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[101]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson writes regarding a bill to be paid to the company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe Constitution should be ratified with two amendments: a bill of rights and a\n                     law preventing re-election of the president. Confidence in Washington.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003eWhat shall be done about Rhode Island? [102]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMassachusetts' ratification of the Constitution. Two amendments needed: bill of\n                     rights and expunging the principle of necessary rotation in office. States\n                     should ratify first and amend later. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[103]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMadame de Corney to take her to opera. Maria with T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2427]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites note to him only because Mr. Trumbull knows a person who is going to see\n                     T. J.; charges that T. J. neglects her. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[104]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRatification of the Constitution by Massachusetts, South Carolina. Benjamin\n                     Barton has arrived. Mentions Colonel Smith. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[105]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrote to Francis Eppes. Renting estates. European tobacco prices. Rent from\n                     Garth and Mousley in Bedford, and Hickman and Smith in Albemarle. Mr. Eppes to\n                     help sell Cumberland and Elkhill land to pay Jones and McCaul. Protection for\n                     slaves. Debts to Mr. Braxton, Dr. Walker, Mr. Smith, Donald Scott, Dr. Reid,\n                     Col. Bannister, Phripp and Bowden of Norfolk, Hierom Gaines, Frank Gaines,\n                     William Chisholm, Johnson, Watson and Orr, Robinson, Bennet, and Callaway. Mr.\n                     Donald will take note. Mentions Monticello and Virginia. Mrs. Lewis sent corn\n                     that surpasses Italian and French corns. Great George, Ursula, Betty Hemings,\n                     Martin, and Bob not to be hired out. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2428]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRatification of the Constitution. New York is doubtful and Rhode Island against\n                     it. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[106]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBegging a letter from him. M. St. Andre has asked for a letter for T. J.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[107]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongratulations on South Carolina's ratification of the Constitution. A bill of\n                     rights is necessary. Regrets abandonment of principle of rotation in office for\n                     the president and senators. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[108]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePublic triumph of her engraving of the \"Hours.\" Request for a design for his\n                     visiting cards. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[109]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Cease to chide me . . . I am incapable of forgetting or neglecting you.\"\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[110]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the ratification of the Constitution by New Hampshire and New York.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[111]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvises that he learn Spanish. Advice on learning, health, and virtue. Mentions\n                     George Wythe. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[112]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eParadise, of James City County, now of Paris, appoints Burwell of Carter's\n                     Grove to manage affairs and to pay debt to Edward Bancroft and William Anderson\n                     of London. Witnessed by T. J., William Short, and Phillip Mazzei.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2429]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRatification of the Constitution; the Bill of Rights; abandonment of the\n                     principle of rotation in the Senate and presidency. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[113]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGratitude for the gift of the urn. Mentions the John Trumbull portrait of\n                     himself and his own friendship with [Maria] Cosway and Angelica Church. Refers\n                     to his plans to carry animals and plants back to America in the spring and\n                     requests that she meet him and his daughters in Havre, France. Mentions serving\n                     in Congress in 1775 with Philip John Schuyler. Relates that he left \"Kitty\"\n                     [Catharine Church] at the Chaussee d'Antin and consulted with Madame de Corny\n                     of the Convent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for his compliments for her \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eHours.\u003c/title\u003e\n                     She will work on his visiting card when she can. Jefferson's return to America.\n                     Plans trip to Italy. She now has a picture of T. J. Mentions Angelica Church,\n                     John Trumbull, Richard Cosway. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[114]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses plans to execute her commission for the volumes of the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eAntiquités d'Herculanum.\u003c/title\u003e Mentions \"Kitty\"\n                     [Catharine Church] and her writing in French and Madame de Corny and a mishap\n                     in her carriage. Refers to the question of the new Constitution and comments\n                     that \"the tender breasts of ladies were not formed for political convulsion\n                     ....\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesign for his visiting card. Jefferson goes to America; she to Italy. Suggests\n                     she go by way of Col de Tende and see the castle of Saorgio. Would prefer her\n                     to come to U. S. with Mrs. Church and John Trumbull, to sketch Natural Bridge\n                     and Niagara Falls. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[115]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnouncing the death of Charles III of Spain. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[116]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRatification of Constitution; Bill of Rights; re-eligibility of the president.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[117]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresenting Mrs. Hannah Cowley, the first female dramatic author in England.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[118]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2430]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRatification of Constitution a proof that whenever the people are\n                     well-informed, they can be trusted with their government.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[119]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on severe winter. News of Princess Lubomirski, M. D'Hancarville, Mrs.\n                     Church. Mr. Trumbull, and Mr. Short. Mme. de Brehan disappointed with America's\n                     lack of simplicity. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[120]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Church's trip to America. Requests true account of French Revolution since\n                     English neswspapers are all biased. Hopes he has seen Mrs. Cowley.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[121]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaves for America for six months. France a scene of tumult. Wishes she would\n                     join Mrs. Church in America. Discourse on the nature of their friendship.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[122]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecent illness. Reading and attending congressional debates in N Y. George\n                     Wythe's educational methods. Study of modern languages more useful than that of\n                     ancient ones. Spanish. Books in his father's library. References to Samuel and\n                     Dabney Carr, James Madison, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[123]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDenies proposing to Mr. Necker to sell American corn and flour to France, as\n                     understood by Monsieur de Mirabeau. Told John Jay that Necker favored such\n                     sale. Extract of letter published in American gazette. Wishes Lafayette to\n                     convey facts to French assembly. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2430-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eViolence in the French Revolution. Introduces Gouverneur Morris.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[124]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges letter sent by Gouverneur Morris. Sends note by John Trumbull.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[125]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConspiracy against George III. Finds Mr. Morris very enjoyable. Asks about\n                     affairs in France. Introduces her brother. Mentions Mr. Trumbull.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[126]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReasons why he did not see more of her brother. Departure for America.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[128]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrip to America. Note from Mr. Milne of the cording and spinning operation of\n                     la Muette. No news of Mrs. Bingham. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2431]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering T. J. the post of Secretary of State. Suggests Roger Alden as\n                     Assistant Secretary. Papers in the care of John Jay and Henry Remsen.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[130]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaves soon for America. Hopes to see her in Paris in April if matters are\n                     \"tranquilized\". \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[131]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting an answer, when convenient, to his offer of the post of Secretary of\n                     State to T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[132]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill accept the post of Secretary of State if Washington thinks best, but feels\n                     most suited to his present post as Minister to France. Possible commercial\n                     treaties with France. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[133]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson requests the unidentified correspondent to convey an enclosed letter\n                     [not present] to Paris.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe complaint was brought in the Caroline County, Va., court by Francis Eppes,\n                     Henry Skipwith, and Thomas Jefferson, executors of John Wayles, against Thomas\n                     Lomax, for a debt of 184 pounds 10 shillings owed to Wayles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes sketch. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2432, N-541]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBuilding in form of a Greek cross, with framing plan. (Probably a development\n                     of N-490.) See also N-537. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-496]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests forwarding of letters to Colonel Lewis. James Brown will pay postage.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[134]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTobacco owed to the late Mr. M[?]. Mentions Nicholas Lewis, Mr. Coleman, and\n                     Mr. Ross. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[135]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProtests survey by James Marks of the boundary between Randolph's Edgehill and\n                     John Harvie's property. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[136]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinances of Mr. and Mrs. John Paradise. Nathaniel Burwell's aid to them.\n                     Mentions Dr. Bancroft, Mr. Wilkinson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2433]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking that he accept Dabney Carr as a student in his school. Prescribes course\n                     of study. Nicholas Lewis will pay expenses. Asks information regarding an\n                     edition of \"septuagist\" (Septuagint?). Respects to Mrs. Maury.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[137]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosing a letter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[138]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefusing her offer of a bed. Future plans; visit to Buck Island.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[139]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetails of the settlement of Peter Jefferson's estate, mentioning accounts of\n                     Kippen \u0026amp; Co., Dabney Carr, Sr., Alexander McCaul; expenses while a\n                     student at William and Mary and under George Wythe; payment of his sisters'\n                     portions; expenses of maintaining the family charged to the estate; division\n                     between Randolph and Thomas. John Harvie and John Nicholas, Sr., the other\n                     executors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[140]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBoundary dispute regarding land bought by Harvie from James Marks, bordering on\n                     property of Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr., James Hickman, Martin Key, and William\n                     Watson. Anderson Bryan, the official surveyor. Map of the land in dispute.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[141]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses a letter to be read and posted. [incorrectly dated 1791]\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[142]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses copy of his letter of 10 January to Dr. Thomas Walker concerning Peter\n                     Jefferson's estate. Confusion regarding board and clothing of his sisters,\n                     charged to the estate. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[143]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrival of Mr. Madison. Confidence in Jefferson's ability to carry out\n                     important duties of Secretary of State. Public satisfaction with Jefferson's\n                     French ministry. No alteration likely in the commission from the United States\n                     to the Court of France. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[144]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. and Randolph Jefferson settled estate of Peter Jefferson with John\n                     Nicholas. Provisions for sisters, Anna Scott Jefferson, and lands. Cost of T.\n                     J.'s education, some owed to Thomas Walker. Accounts with Dabney Carr, Kippen\n                     and Company, John Walker, and Francis Walker. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2434]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMarriage of Martha Jefferson and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Property\n                     settlements. Wedding plans. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[145]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSettlement of account of Kippen \u0026amp; Co. against Peter Jefferson's estate.\n                     Mentions Thomas Walker, an executor, and Alexander McCaul.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[146]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTatham writes concerning maps, histories, and guidebooks of Virginia and the\n                     South which he has proposed writing and for which he is currently compiling\n                     material.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveying 1,000 acres of land in Bedford County, a portion of Poplar Forest,\n                     together with all its appurtenances, slaves (27 in all), and livestock, given\n                     to Martha upon her marriage to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Includes Jefferson's\n                     map of Poplar Forest. Mentions a similar conveyance of property in Henrico\n                     County, called Varina, from Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr., to Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[147]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2435]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLargely fruit trees. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2436]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to find any books, papers throwing light on Dabney Carr's transactions\n                     with Thomas Walker. Difficulties in procuring Coke on Littleton. References to\n                     Martha and Maria Jefferson and to James Minor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[148]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes Lewis' health better. Mentions Mrs. Lewis. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[226]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWanted to visit Eppington, but must go to New York. Maria will stay with Mrs.\n                     Eppes. Maria's Spanish studies and Don Quixote. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2437]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSettlement of Peter Jefferson's estate. Mentions accounts and payments of R.\n                     (John?) Harvie, A. Donald and Alexander McCaul. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[149]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBox of plants for the Comtesse de Tessé, for which William Short, U.\n                     S. Charge at Paris, will pay charges. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[150]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShip box of plants for the Comtesse de Tessé to M. Lamotte at le Havre\n                     or Mr. Coffin at Dunkerque. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[151]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of a horse. Will go to New York by stage because of deep snow. Offers\n                     any services he can render in New York. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[152]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBox of plants for Mme. la Comtesse de Tessé. Charge expenses to\n                     William Short, U. S. Chargé d'Affaires at Paris.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[153]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShip box of plants for the Comtesse de Tessé to M. Lamotte at le Havre\n                     or Mr. Coffin at Dunkerque. Recipient's copy of \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[151]\u003c/bibref\u003e,\n                     above.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2438]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProof of payment to Dabney Carr's estate rests with Dr. Thomas Walker. List of\n                     law readings. References to Coke on Littleton, to James Monroe, and to Dabney\n                     Carr, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[154]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of Mrs. Trist and Miss Rittenhouse for Martha and Maria.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[227]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrdering set of porcelain from the Indies. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[155]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpposition to the Constitution has disappeared with the amendments; the\n                     \"vaut-rien\" Rhode Island will soon come over. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[156]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMartha's marriage to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[157]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of Mrs. Trist, Miss Rittenhouse, Mrs. Buchanan, and Miss Holliday.\n                     Difficulty in procuring a house in New York. Misses Martha and Maria.\n                     Admonishes her to cherish her husband. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[158]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of Mrs. Trist, Miss Rittenhouse, Mrs. Buchanan, and Miss Holliday.\n                     Difficulty in procuring a house in New York. Misses Martha and Maria.\n                     Admonishes her to cherish her husband. Copy of \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[158]\u003c/bibref\u003e,\n                     above.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eActs of Congress on Western land claims of North Carolina and exportation of\n                     uninspected goods. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2439]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOfficial notification of his recall to be transmitted to the King and to M. de\n                     Montmarin. U. S. will repay its foreign debts, although the act of Congress may\n                     be too late to save the French court. Parts missing from officer's fusilss.\n                     Negotiation for captives in the line. Requests authentic data to supplement\n                     information in Leyden Gazette and lies in the British press. Mentions Jacques\n                     Necker. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[159]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting a letter. Asks about Don Quixote. Mentions Mr. Randolph, Francis,\n                     and Elizabeth Wayles Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[160]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting a letter. Asks about Don Quixote. Mentions Mr. Randolph, Francis,\n                     and Elizabeth Wayles Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2440]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting a letter. Asks about Don Quixote. Mentions Mr. Randolph, Francis,\n                     and Elizabeth Wayles Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2440]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from agent's wife regarding conditions at Bedford County (Poplar Forest)\n                     and Shadwell. Mr. Lewis' illness, measles among the slaves at Bedford prices of\n                     wheat and tobacco. Mentions Mr. Clark and Mr. Meriwether Sends ham, venison,\n                     and bacon. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[21]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Mr. Horry, a nephew of General Pinckney. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[161]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Mr. Horry. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[162]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrip to Richmond. Report on her reading and music. Reference to Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[163]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha, and Maria are not good correspondents.\n                     Encloses Fenno's Gazette which will henceforth copy news from the Leyden\n                     Gazette. Hopes the Randolphs will settle at Edgehill. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[164]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussion of reading of Blackstone and Coke. Debates in the House of\n                     Representatives. References to Maria Jefferson, James Madison, James Monroe,\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Martha Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[165]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo news from Maria, Martha, or Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2441]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpinion, given as member of Washington's cabinet, on Georgia's right to grant\n                     lands to which the Indian claims have not yet been extinguished.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[166]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduction for Judge James Wilson of federal Supreme Court who will be in\n                     Charlottesville on his circuit. Regards to Mrs. Lewis.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2441-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of Martha and Maria. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[167]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn account of her day. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[168]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans to settle at Varina, and to buy small farm near Monticello. Illness due\n                     to sun stroke. Superiority of New England farmers to Virginia overseers.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[169]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson sends copies of an act of Congress concerned with the Judicial\n                     Process [not present].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts with Daniel Ross \u0026amp; Co. Has been served with a writ on account\n                     of the Prince of Wayles (sic) cargo. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[170]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs glad she is going to settle in Albemarle. Possibility of moving the\n                     government to Philadelphia. Recurrent headaches. Sailing party with the\n                     President. Mentions Maria Jefferson and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[171]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo clerkship available. Advises study of law in Albemarle where he can share\n                     the use of T. J.'s library with Peter Carr. Outline of course of reading.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[172]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing his relative, Garland Jefferson, for whom Jefferson is providing\n                     board, room, and the use of his law books. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[173]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Garland Jefferson, his relative. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[174]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecurrent headaches. Introducing Garland Jefferson, who will share with him the\n                     use of Jefferson's books. Recommendations for his study of law. Possibility of\n                     Congress' moving to Baltimore. Money paid to Dr. Walker, on account of [Dabney\n                     Carr's?] estate. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[175]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHeadache. Appreciates Mrs. Eppes's care of Maria. House of Representatives to\n                     remove to Baltimore, but Senate may not concur, wishing to go instead to\n                     Philadelphia. New York climate. Mentions Francis Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2442]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants Maria's pudding when in Virginia. Foods, birds, maxims, and books.\n                     Headache. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2443]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of Mrs. Lewis' letter. Recurrent headaches. Enclosed grains of highland\n                     rice. Advises concentration on wheat rather than tobacco. Price of tobacco.\n                     Congress may remove to Baltimore or Philadelphia. Hams sent by Mrs. Lewis.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[176]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAmendments to the Constitution. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[177]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApology to the Society of St. Patrick for not accepting their invitation.\n                     Possible sojourn in Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[178]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturning a letter (of introduction?) for which he expresses thanks.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[179]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscourse on integrity. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3127]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMay move Maria to New York or Philadelphia when Congress moves. John Trumbull\n                     and paintings in Philadelphia. Letter from Mme. de Corny. Mentions Mrs.\n                     Hamilton, Mr. Church, and Kitty Church. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2444]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMay move Maria to New York or Philadelphia when Congress moves. John Trumbull\n                     and paintings in Philadelphia. Letter from Mme. de Corny. Mentions Mrs.\n                     Hamilton, Mr. Church, and Kitty Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosing, to the Governor of New York, a copy of the enabling act for\n                     establishing U. S. courts in the State of Rhode Island. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[180]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGood price for wheat. French Revolution. French West Indies open for trade.\n                     Removal of government to Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[186]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpanish lessons, chickens, books, crops, weather, and family.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2445]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports on reading for law. Dabney has all needed books. Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., and Patsy at Eppington. His mother ill. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[181]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for T. J.'s patronage. Will soon leave Washington Henry Academy for law\n                     study in Albemarle. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[182]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSending the New York Governor copies of the 11. S. Census Act, the act\n                     respecting Rhode Island, and the act for the purchase of the District of\n                     Columbia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[183]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvice on her attitude toward Gabriella Harvie, in the event that Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Sr., should marry Gabriella. Prospect of buying land near Edgehill\n                     from Mr. \u003cpersname normal=\"John Harvie\"\u003e[John?] H[arvie?],\u003c/persname\u003e with\n                     Colonel Monroe as intermediary. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[184]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAunt Skipwith recovering. Books: Barthélemy's Anacharsis and Gibbon's\n                     Roman Empire. Repairs to Monticello pianoforte. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2446]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBob Hemings to take account of Tarquin to Fitzhugh on way to Fredericksburg.\n                     Tarquin lame. Unfavorable rate of exchange prevents drawing on Amsterdam\n                     bankers for Tarquin's price. Mentions packets. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2447]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpecifications for quarters for the State Department, to be rented from Mr.\n                     Leiper. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[185]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpecifications for quarters for the State Department, to be rented from Mr.\n                     Leiper. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[185]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters from Francis and her. Eppington to Richmond mail slow. Mentions\n                     Martha's maid. May establish Martha in Albemarle. Will consult with her about\n                     Maria at Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2449]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaria owes him letters. Will see her and Francis and Elizabeth Wayles Eppes at\n                     Monticello. Mentions puddings and Spanish studies. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2448]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRandolph's recommendation of Mr. Thompson for consulship in the Canary Islands.\n                     T. J.'s attitude toward personal recommendations of this type. English\n                     undecided as to peace or war. Report on measures, weights, and coins. Declines\n                     membership in the Society of Edinburgh. Model of T. J.'s mouldboard plow.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[187]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuperiority of the Constitution to the Articles of Confederation.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[188]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans for return to Monticello in September. Arrangements for residence in\n                     Philadelphia. Model of mouldboard plow. Mentions David Randolph, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., Martin (slave), Mr. Fitzhugh, \u003cpersname normal=\"James Brown\"\u003e[James] Brown\u003c/persname\u003e, Maria Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[189]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans for return to Monticello in September. Arrangements for residence in\n                     Philadelphia. Model of mouldboard plow. Mentions David Randolph, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., Martin (slave), Mr. Fitzhugh, [James] Brown, Maria Jefferson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[189]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommission to Short, U. S. Chargé at Paris, to purchase forty bottles\n                     of champagne from M. Dorsey of Aij [Aix?], Champagne. Mentions a M. Cousin.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[190]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum for the purchase of mahogany tables. Martha's marriage to Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[191]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVisit to Rhode Island with President Washington. Plans for return to\n                     Monticello. Harness from France. Marriage of Lady Caroline Tufton. War between\n                     England and Spain. Mentions Mr. Rutledge and Maria Jefferson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[192]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e19th century copy. Horse buying. Mentions Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2450]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturn to Monticello via Alexandria, Newgate, or Fredericksburg with James\n                     Madison. Directs slave Bob to go to Monticello. Order for a carriage horse.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[193]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSinging lessons. Dates for arrival of peas, strawberries, marlin swallows, and\n                     whippoorwills. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[194]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for table cloths, blankets, teakettle, sugar, cheese, and chocolate for\n                     Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[195]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of a horse from Madison. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[196]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of lands on the James River opposite Elk Island to pay his part of Mr.\n                     Wayles' debt to Farrell \u0026amp; Jones. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[197]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms for purchase of a horse. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[198]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo the Chief Clerk of the Secretary of the State's Office concerning\n                     recognition of Mr. McDonogh by the U. S. Government. Renting of T. J.'s house.\n                     Enclosure for William Short. Reference to Mr. Bruce. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[199]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVisited Richmond to buy Edgehill from Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr. for Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., and to sell Cumberland lands to William Ronald. Will sell\n                     Elkhill. John Hanson's mortgage on Cumberland and Beaverdam lands. Received at\n                     Annapolis Hanbury's account against John Wayles. Cannot visit Eppington.\n                     Suggests that John Wayles Eppes go to Princeton College or to Philadelphia\n                     College, may use T. J.'s law books at Eppington or at Mr. Lewis's where James\n                     Monroe can assist him. Mentions Mr. and Mrs. [Henry?] Skipwith.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[200]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVisited Richmond to buy Edgehill from Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr. for Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., and to sell Cumberland lands to William Ronald. Will sell\n                     Elkhill. John Hanson's mortgage on Cumberland and Beaverdam lands. Received at\n                     Annapolis Hanbury's account against John Wayles. Cannot visit Eppington.\n                     Suggests that John Wayles Eppes go to Princeton College or to Philadelphia\n                     College, may use T. J.'s law books at Eppington or at Mr. Lewis's where James\n                     Monroe can assist him. Mentions Mr. and Mrs. [Henry?] Skipwith.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2451]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Inis has not credited his tobacco at just prices. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[201]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDebt settlement with Mr. Ross. Sale of Elkhill. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2452]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas mentioned the subject (a government post?) Dr. Currie desired to the\n                     gentleman who was to call on him. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[202]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCol. Thomas Mann Randolph's objections to the purchase of Edgehill for Martha\n                     and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Little prospect of buying from Mr. [Edward]\n                     Carter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[203]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to compromise points at issue in the purchase of Edgehill for Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr.: price, slaves, land included. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[204]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWine and papers in ship Henrietta, Benjamin Wicks, master, from Havre de Grace.\n                     Witnessed by Sharp Delany and Frederick Phily. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2454]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of a horse; Mr. Vernon's horse too expensive. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[205]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArbitration of affairs of Mr. Mercer. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2455]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeparting for Philadelphia. Purchase of Edgehill from Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr.\n                     for Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Negotiations with Mr. Carter. Martha at\n                     Monticello, perhaps with Maria. Will see John Wayles Eppes in Philadelphia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2456]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDuplicates item \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2456]\u003c/bibref\u003e. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2457]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand purchased by Harvie from James Marks, to which Jefferson had a prior\n                     claim. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[206]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a letter forwarded to Mr. William Short. Recurrent headaches.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[207]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePapers on the matter in dispute with Mr. and Mrs. Reddick to be given to a\n                     lawyer, possibly Colonel Monroe, who will defend Sam Carr in the aid of Mr.\n                     Ronald. The attorney should decide on the advisability of a separate suit for\n                     waste. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[208]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Dr. Thomas Walker's and John Harvie's settlement of Alexander\n                     McCaul's claim against Peter Jefferson's estate. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2458-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Alexander McCaul's account [against Peter Jefferson's estate],\n                     mentioning two executors, Thomas Walker and John Harvie. Account against Mr.\n                     Carr's estate has been turned over to Peter Carr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[209]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee also item \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[209]\u003c/bibref\u003e. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2458]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveys Suck and child Philip Evans, Scilla and children Suck, John, Dick, and\n                     George, and Molly, daughter of Mary. Witnessed by Nicholas Lewis and John\n                     Garland Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2459]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScurrilous piece written against the inhabitants of Charlottesville by a Mr.\n                     Rind, which has been attributed to Peter Carr and Garland Jefferson. Need for\n                     Garland to leave Charlottesville. Mr. Lewis will pay Dr. Walker's account\n                     against Dabney Carr, Sr., since T. J. still owes the Carr estate.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[210]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNicholas Lewis will pay balance owed to Donald by T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[211]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDelays his opinion on the case of Mr. Harmer's will until his papers arrive\n                     from Paris. Mentions James Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[212]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWheat crop has cleared all debts except those to \u003cpersname normal=\"William Jones\"\u003e[William] Jones\u003c/persname\u003e and Kippen \u0026amp; Co.,\n                     which will be paid from the tobacco crop. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[213]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnderson's account of the Hebrides mislaid. Will give up purchase of Edgehill\n                     from his father. Possible sale of glebe at Varina. Considering purchase of\n                     Mazzei's place, plus 300 acres from Colonel Carter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[214]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBoarding with Hilton. Determined on Jefferson's and Carr's advice to break off\n                     with the unfortunate Rind. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[215]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for pamphlet and chart. M. Le Roy will distribute pamphlets in Paris.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[216]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDistribution of John Churchman's variation charts and pamphlets.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[217]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstimate of sums owed to, and charges against, the estate of Peter Jefferson.\n                     Includes state and county taxes, cost of Dabney Carr's education, value of\n                     crops of corn, wheat, and tobacco. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[218]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlan for regular family correspondence. Messages from Mrs. Waters (née\n                     Rittenhouse) and Mrs. Trist. Arrival of furniture from Paris. France is\n                     emitting great sums of paper money. Possibility of war. Price of wheat.\n                     Mentions Maria Jefferson and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[219]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCol. Bell at Charlottesville will forward reply. Letters to Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., Martha, and Maria. Letter from Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. at\n                     Richmond. House in Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2460]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecipient's copy of item \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2460]\u003c/bibref\u003e. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2461]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFurniture to be forwarded from Norfolk to Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[220]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Mazzei authorizes sale of Colle. Possibilities of purchasing [Edward]\n                     Carter's land adjoining. Instructions for planting sugar maple and paccan\n                     (pecan) nut trees. Official account of the western expedition. Wheat prices.\n                     Mentions [Nicholas] Lewis. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[221]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpinion of the Attorney General on Philip Wilson's application.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[222]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA scolding letter requesting that she write. Furniture delayed. Mentions Maria\n                     Jefferson and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[223]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayments to Kippen, Richard Randolph, Capt. William Meriwether, and Mr. Walker.\n                     Mr. Harvie and Mr. McCaul paid by Thomas Walker. Mentions Presque Isle.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2462]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2463]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrices in Philadelphia. Note on verso mentions expenses of personnel in the\n                     Foreign Affairs and War and Marine offices. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2464]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2465], [N-436]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists more than 5000 acres in Monticello, Shadwell, and his other tracts in\n                     Albemarle County, plus 474 acres deeded to Philip Mazzei et al. for the purpose\n                     of maturing wine. Also listed are 157 acres including Natural Bridge in\n                     Rockbridge County, and a lot in Richmond. Details all patents and conveyances\n                     from the original patent until the land was deeded to Peter or Thomas\n                     Jefferson. Portions of his lands had passed through the following hands: Nelson\n                     Anderson, William Byrd, Edward Carter, John Carter, Jonathan Clarke,\n                     ----Crawford, Thomas Garth, Thomas Graves, John Harvie, Edwin Hickman, James\n                     Hickman, Thomas Hickman, William Hickman, James Marks, Walter Monsley, William\n                     Randolph, Robert Sharpe, John Smith, Joseph Smith, Philip Smith, and Thomas\n                     Smith. Mentions Lord Dunmore. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[225]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists Bentivoglio, Gordon's, Orange Court House, Downey's Ford, Stevensburg,\n                     Norman's Ford, Elk run Church, Slate run Church, Gaines's, Bullrun, Songster's,\n                     Fairfax Court House, Falls Church, Rapidan, Robinson, Culpeper Court House,\n                     Hedeman, Jefferson, Fauquier Court House, Lacy's Leesburg, Knowland's Cross\n                     Roads, Frederick, Md., German's Gap, Kennerly's, Narrow Passage, Woodstock,\n                     Stover's, Zane's, Winchester, Threetons, McCormack's, Harper's Ferry, Strode's,\n                     Somerville's mill, Wren's, Ravensworth, Richard Fitzhugh, Greenwich, Madison's\n                     Cave, Gilbert's, Colchester, Dumfries, Thomas's, Jones's, Thomson's, Newgate,\n                     Georgetown ferry, and Alexandria. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2467]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAngry that she has not written. Mentions Charlottesville. Incorrectly dated\n                     1790. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[228]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAngry that she has not written. Mentions Charlottesville. Incorrect date of\n                     1790 corrected by T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2468]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAngry that she has not written. Mentions Charlottesville. Duplicates items\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[228]\u003c/bibref\u003e and \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2468]\u003c/bibref\u003e. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2469]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHad hoped to see John Wayles Eppes, but house not done. Peace between Great\n                     Britain and Spain has affected American produce unfavorably. Mentions John\n                     Hanson, crops, Elizabeth Wayles Eppes. Increasing demand for wheat in France.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2470]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDuplicates item 2470. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2471]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews from William Short in France: sale of church lands, riot in Paris which\n                     destroyed M. de Castrie's furniture. Copy of the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003e\n                        Encyclopédie\u003c/title\u003e and of Buffon's works for Mr. Randolph. Needs\n                     warm stockings. Letter for a neighbor from Paris. Mentions Maria Jefferson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[229]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Carrol[l] will not act as one of the commissioners for the federal seat.\n                     President thinks Major L'Enfant qualified to make a survey of the ground.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[230]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eImportance of the French Revolution in preventing our falling back to the\n                     halfway house, the English Constitution. Fears effect of fiscal arrangements by\n                     our government. Need to augment numbers in the House of Representatives to give\n                     more representation to farmers. Madison's esteem for Mason. Is endeavoring to\n                     get distinction for the French, our useful customers. Send copy of a report.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[231]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson asks Brown to forward a commission about a tobacco sale to D. Hytton,\n                     or in Hytton's absence to execute it himself. A letter for a Captain Colley is\n                     also mentioned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of Martha Jefferson Randolph and her daughter, Anne Cary Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[232]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMartha's baby, Anne Cary Randolph. Sends John Gregory's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eComparative view of the state and faculties of man with those of the animal\n                        world\u003c/title\u003e for Martha. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. and Jennie.\n                     Spanish and harpsichord lessons. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2472]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecipient's copy. Martha's baby, Anne Cary Randolph. Sends John Gregory's\n                        \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eComparative view of the state and faculties of man\n                        with those of the animal world\u003c/title\u003e for Martha. Mentions Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. and Jennie. Spanish and harpsichord lessons.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[233]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProgress in his reading. Birth of Anne Cary Randolph. Rage of the people of\n                     Albemarle against him (Garland) has abated. Sam Carr's contract with John Carr\n                     for Mrs. Reddick's dower. Peter Carr at Monticello. Request for a watch.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[234]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCompliments Martha Jefferson Randolph. Mentions Sallie Cropper. Incorrectly\n                     dated 1796. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2472-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges account for samples of wine of Portugal imported from Lisbon on\n                     the ship Phoebe Williams. Duties owed to Collector, District of Pennsylvania.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2472-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests information on shipment of the vis-a-vis. Possibility of marketing\n                     tobacco in Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[235]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Trist and Mrs. Waters have inquired for Martha. Hopes she and baby are\n                     well. Mentions Maria and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Letter for Justin P. P.\n                     Derieux. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[236]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFurniture has arrived. Naming of the Thomas M. Randolphs' daughter. Mentions\n                     Jenny and Mrs. Fleming. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[237]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests that she list appearance of everything animal and vegetable so as to\n                     compare climates of Monticello and Philadelphia. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., Miss Jenny [Randolph?], Martha Randolph, and Anne Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[238]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests that she list appearance of everything animal and vegetable so as to\n                     compare climates of Monticello and Philadelphia. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., Miss Jenny [Randolph?], Martha Randolph, and Anne Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2473]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning his portion of the debts of estate of John Wayles, his\n                     father-in-law. Refers Donald to Francis Eppes as executor.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[239]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharlottesville-Richmond mail service. Randolph's researches into the opossum.\n                     Crossing a dog and a wolf. His diary. Wants to read Buffon's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eHistoire Naturelle\u003c/title\u003e and the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003e\n                        Encyclopédie.\u003c/title\u003e Health of Maria, Martha, and Anne Cary\n                     Randolph. Martha, Dr. John Gregory, and Mrs. Fleming disagree on baby food.\n                     Mentions Georgetown. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2474]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDisagreement as to price of tobacco listed in an account with Thomas Adamson\n                     for 1771. Price of tobacco in Richmond and in London. Mentions Messrs. Adams,\n                     Perkins, Buchanan, and Brown. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[240]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo the Collector for the Port of New York concerning dutiable articles,\n                     including newspapers and pamphlets. Mentions Captain Bayley.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[241]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for forwarding books for public use from W. Nelson. Order for moulded\n                     myrtle wax candles. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[242]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuggests name of Anne for his granddaughter. Plans to sell his tobacco in\n                     Philadelphia. President's trip to Richmond, Va., Charleston, S. C., Savannah\n                     and Augusta, Ga. Mentions Martha Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[243]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTobacco sold to Messrs. Adams, Perkins, Buchannan, and Brown. Richmond merchant\n                     has books. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2538]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for Hughes [Hewes] crab cider. Furniture forwarded to James Brown at\n                     Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[245]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReason for Mr. Potter's inability to pay two notes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[246]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting Fenwick's aid in presenting the case of Justin P. P. de Rieux, to de\n                     Rieux's uncle, M. Le Roy of Bordeaux. Despite de Rieux's worth and hard work,\n                     he is in straitened circumstances and needs help. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[247]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAll await his naming of the grandchild. Gift of a habit from Mrs. Lewis.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[244],\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[248]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSettlement of balance with Mr. Brown. Duty must be laid on grain exported in\n                     British bottoms to equalize chances of our vessels. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[249]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas sold Albemarle and Bedford tobacco in Philadelphia. Sale of the fired\n                     tobacco in Richmond by Daniel Hylton. Payment to Lyle and Hanson. Payments due\n                     from Wilson. Debts of the John Wayles estate to Dr. Currie and Dobson. Francis\n                     Eppes, executor. White clover is the best improver of lands.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[250]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayments to Hanson and to Kippen \u0026amp; Co. will he met from sale of\n                     tobacco. Asks that he accept as payment of debt Mr. Ronald's mortgage bonds on\n                     Cumberland lands sold to Ronald by T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[251]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of lading for the vis-a-vis (carriage). T. J. has sold his tobacco crop in\n                     Philadelphia; asks that Hylton forward it and charge expenses to him.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[252]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEppes writes about the education of his son, John Wayles Eppes, Monticello\n                     slave \"Martin\" and the sale of some property of Jefferson's.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder to deliver his tobacco to Daniel Hylton, excepting that which was fired\n                     and that belonging to Nicholas Lewis and B [owling] Clarke for overseers'\n                     shares. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[253]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongratulations on his granddaughter. Will be glad to have Polly stay with her.\n                     Is delighted with his plans for John Wayles Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[254]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurveying matters involving Anderson Bryan, Col. Randolph, and Staples. Claims\n                     on Col. Randolph and James Marks. Mentions Williamsburg and Albemarle County.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2356]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesires Bache to make his paper (the General Advertiser), a purely Republican\n                     vehicle of news with general distribution. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[255]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClimates and ladies' veils. John Wayles Eppes with T. J. Botanical data.\n                     Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha, and Anne Cary Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2476]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDuplicates item 2476. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2477]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMail for George Washington to Camden, Taylor's Ferry, and Mount Vernon.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2475]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe John Wayles estate will he responsible for the Prince of \"Wayles\" cargo.\n                     Choice of profession for John Wayles Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[256]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCourse of reading. Asks advice on practical side of law. Debts in Williamsburg\n                     unpaid. Draft on Nicholas Lewis. Garland Jefferson a \"close student\".\n                     References to Dabney Carr, [Matthew] Maury, and James Monroe.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[257]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Mr. Cassinove, of the banking firm of Van Staphorst in Amsterdam,\n                     who is visiting Norfolk and Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[258]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Tench Coxe, Assistant Secretary of the Treasury, who has interested\n                     himself in Mr. Parkinson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[259]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Mr. Cassinove of Amsterdam. Asks that he show Tuckahoe to him.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[260]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Wayles' responsibility in case of Guineaman. Effect of death of Col.\n                     Randolph. Obligation of Farrell and Jones in slave trade with Africa. Cites\n                     Freeman 344, Tutthill vs. Roberts. Mentions Mrs. Skipwith's trip to Sweet\n                     Springs. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2478]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Wythe too dear a friend to be impartial judge in a matter involving T. J.\n                     Returns to Virginia in fall. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3126]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvice on reading and practice of law. Dabney Carr's progress. Delay in payment\n                     of Carr's debts at Williamsburg. Payment of Mr. Wayles' debts has crippled his\n                     funds. References to Nicholas Lewis and Dr. Thomas Walker.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[261]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends nankeen care of Mr. Brown, Richmond. Will answer Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr.'s letters to Monticello before joining James Madison in New York. Travel\n                     route: New York to Albany and Lake George, to Bennington, through Vermont to\n                     Connecticut River, thence to Hartford and New Haven and to New York and\n                     Philadelphia. Maria's riding lessons. Mentions Anne Cary Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2479]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eImportance of good relations with her neighbors. Loss of his vis-a-vis\n                     (carriage) in shipment; possible loss of tobacco and John Eppes' books and\n                     baggage on Captain Stratton's ship. List of books and furniture to be sent to\n                     Monticello. Petit has agreed to come from France as T. J.'s housekeeper.\n                     Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[262]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington letter: Indiscretion of J. B. Smith's brother in printing T. J.'s\n                     note in approbation of Tom Paine's Rights of Man has caused a split with John\n                     Adams. Accounts in Fenno's papers. Discourse on Davila. Plan to replace public\n                     records of Virginia burned by the British. Asks permission to copy his letters\n                     to Washington written while governor of Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[263]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVaughan letter: Experiments with mountain rice from Africa and Timor. Thanks\n                     for Sacontalá and for Smeaton's book. Astonishment at Burke's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eReflections on the French Revolution.\u003c/title\u003e Paine's\n                     answer. Satisfaction with the new Constitution. Greetings to Lord Wycombe and\n                     Dr. Price. Mentions Dr. Priestley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests payment for Bedford tobacco arrived on Captain Stratton's ship.\n                     Painters should start work Monday. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[264]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers bonds backed by mortgages on land sold to Mr. Ronald in payment for his\n                     debts to Lyle, to Kippen \u0026amp; Co. and to Farrell \u0026amp; Jones. Mentions\n                        \u003cpersname normal=\"Alexander McCaul\"\u003e[Alexander] McCaul.\u003c/persname\u003e\u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[265]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExperiments with mountain rice from Africa and Timor. Thanks for\n                     Sacontalá and for Smeaton's book. Astonishment at Burke's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eReflections on the French Revolution.\u003c/title\u003e Paine's\n                     answer. Satisfaction with the new Constitution. Greetings to Lord Wycombe and\n                     Dr. Price. Mentions Dr. Priestley. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[266]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProsperity of the Union. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[267]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Wayles Eppes and Capt. Stratton arrived. Letter to Mr. Fulwar Skipwith\n                     concerning Guineaman. Coming to Virginia, perhaps not Richmond. John Wayles\n                     Eppes's studies. Trip to Lake George, Lake Champlain. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2480]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFavor from John Wayles Eppes. Letter, this date, to Francis Eppes. Mentions\n                     Anne Cary Randolph. Would have left Maria with Mrs. Eppes, but Martha needed\n                     her at Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2481]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFarming notes from Monticello: strawberries, cherries, beans, inoculation of\n                     trees by Anthony. Irregularity of the postal service. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[268]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for a veil he sent. Study of botany and arithmetic. Her mare is pretty.\n                     Abundance of fruit. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Anne Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[269]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBeauty of Lake George; Lake Champlain less attractive. Trip through New England\n                     and New York to Philadelphia. Superior climate of Virginia. Good wishes to\n                     Anne. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[270]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHeadaches gone. Uncertain when he will return to Monticello. Duke of Dorset's\n                     daughter complains that Martha has not written. Mentions Fulwar Skipwith, Mrs.\n                     Trist, and Mrs. Waters. Asks that tobacco be sent so that he may make payment\n                     to John Hanson. Mirabeau and Duke de Richelieu are dead and Duke de Fronsac is\n                     head of the family. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Maria Jefferson, and\n                     Anne Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[271]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeography of Lake George area. Received tobacco reports from Mr. Nicholas Lewis\n                     and Mr. Daniel Hylton. Mentions Martha, Anne Cary Randolph, and Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[272]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeography of Lake George area. Received tobacco reports from Mr. Lewis and Mr.\n                     Hylton. Mentions Martha, Anne Cary Randolph, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2482]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s tobacco will not produce the expected payment on bonds assigned to\n                     Dobson by John Hanson, T. J.'s portion of the John Wayles estate debt to\n                     Farrell \u0026amp; Jones. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[273]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostal route from Richmond to Staunton via Tuckahoe, Goochland Courthouse,\n                     Columbia, and Charlottesville. Stores for Monticello sent by Captain Stratton.\n                     Messages for Maria Jefferson, Anne Randolph, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[274]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommission as judge of District of Vermont sent at same time as those for\n                     attorney and marshal. Encloses a new commission signed by Washington.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2482-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSugar maple trees from Prince on Long Island. Conversion from tobacco to wheat.\n                     Sale of tobacco crop. Stores for Monticello sent by Captain Stratton. Delay in\n                     return to Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[275]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeficiency in payment of his debts from proceeds of his tobacco crop will be\n                     made up by the wheat crop. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[276]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrival of Petit from France. News of the Convent of Panthemont which Martha\n                     attended. Stores for Monticello sent by Captain Stratton. President is ill.\n                     News of Mme. de Taubenheim, Botitorer, and William Short.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[277]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposes to build and rent a mill to Mr. Divers and others. Letters for P.\n                     Marks and \u003cpersname normal=\"Justin P. P. de Rieux\"\u003e[Justin P. P.] de\n                        Rieux.\u003c/persname\u003e Mentions Mr. Henderson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[278]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of tables. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[279]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants stores sent to Mr. Brown, Richmond, moved to Monticello. Sent commodes\n                     and chessmen. Petit says chessmen were sent. Asks about Maria's and Martha's\n                     music. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[280]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants stores sent to Mr. Brown, Richmond, moved to Monticello. Sent commodes\n                     and chessmen. Petit says chessmen were sent. Asks about Maria's and Martha's\n                     music. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2483]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests information on the public certificates owned by {John?] Paradise which\n                     can be used to pay off his debts. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[281]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDohrman's, Blair's, Bowdoin's, and George Nicholas, debts to Mazzei. Encloses\n                     copies of papers given to T. J. when he departed to Paris. Advises that he turn\n                     Virginia certificates into U. S. paper, and consult Edmund Randolph about it.\n                     Disapproves of the assumption of state paper at discount. Sale of Colle. Value\n                     of Mazzei's land in Richmond. Will take books in payment of Barrois, debt. Glad\n                     Mazzei is under the wings of the Diet and King. Distaste for his office. News\n                     of Maria Jefferson and Martha Randolph. Greetings to Duchess of Danville and\n                     Duke and Duchess de la Rochefoucault. Mentions Foster Debbs and Mr. Garth.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[282]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee item 2485. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2484]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks about Capt. Hylton's debts to Mazzei. John Wayles Eppes's law studies.\n                     Unsettled time of George Washington's trip to Virginia makes T. J.'s trip\n                     uncertain. Hopes to see Mr. and Mrs. Eppes at Monticello because cannot get to\n                     Eppington. Tobacco unprofitable. Will sell property to settle debt to John\n                     Hanson. Mentions friends at Hors-du-monde. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2485]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAugust Davies, proposed postal route from Richmond through Columbia and\n                     Charlottesville to Staunton Washington's illness. Need for replacing a carriage\n                     horse. England's preparation for war. Revolution in Santo Domingo. Estimates\n                     census will total 3,800,000 inhabitants. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[283]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for coat and breeches. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[284]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Tench Coxe. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[285]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturn to Monticello in September. Stores sent by Captain Stratton. Mentions\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Maria Jefferson, and Anne Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[286]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Tench Coxe. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[287]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport on law reading. Requests permission to return to Albemarle where he can\n                     get books more easily and counteract bad opinion of him there. Reference to his\n                     uncle John Garland. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[595]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDate for return to Monticello. Purchase of horse for T. J. by Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. Reference to James Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[288]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComing to Monticello. Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. will get him a new horse. James\n                     Madison lends horse for trip to Virginia. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.,\n                     Martha, and Anne Cary Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2486]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ecopy. Duplicates item 2486. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2487]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVisit to Tuckahoe to vote for his father for a seat in the Virginia Senate.\n                     Purchase of Edgehill. Papers relating to the legacy left to M. de Rieux. Stoves\n                     at Mr. Brown's. T. J.'s return to Monticello. Mentions Martha Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[289]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTatham writes concerning maps, histories, and guidebooks of Virginia and the\n                     South which he has proposed writing and for which he is currently compiling\n                     material.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[Justin P. P.] de Rieux's letters and power-of-attorney. Will meet\n                     Commissioners of Public Buildings in Georgetown; then to Orange with James\n                     Madison. Requests two wagon horses to meet him. King of France attempts to\n                     escape. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[290]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for gilet and breeches. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[291]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShipment of putty for Monticello by the Sloop Polly. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[292]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Morris' bonds are to serve as security for his debt to Dr. Currie after Dr.\n                     Griffin has been satisfied. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[293]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of copy of the Corn Law. Refusal of ship masters to render\n                     accounts. Crop of wheat is fine, but corn and tobacco have been hurt by a\n                     drought. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[294]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests note for fifty or one hundred dollars. Shipment of tobacco expected on\n                     Captain Stratton's ship. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[295]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney for trip. Shipment of tobacco expected on Capt. Stratton's ship.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2488]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMazzei's claims against Captain Hylton's estate will be referred to Ralph\n                     Hylton. Betsy [Elizabeth Eppes?] has another girl. Invitation to T. J., the\n                     Randolphs, and Maria Jefferson to come to Eppington. Education of John Wayles\n                     Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[296]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffer to hire Mr. Shuter's houseboy, Billy. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[297]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for myrtle wax candles and Hughes [Hewes] crab cider.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[298]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests account of Peter Jefferson's estate, necessary for settlement of Dr.\n                     Walker's account. Will make payment upon the sale of his tobacco. Mentions John\n                     Nicholas. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[299]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting that he come to Monticello to make a settlement with T. J. Mentions\n                     Nicholas Lewis. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[300]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests list of tobacco sold to Mr. Donald. Order for muslin, dimity, and\n                     shoes for Maria Jefferson, and cash for his return to Philadelphia. Discusses\n                     various methods of payment. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[301]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Philadelphia with Maria. To Virginia in Spring to settle with John Hanson.\n                     Cannot find Mazzei's account against Hylton. Perhaps with Blair. Samuel Woodson\n                     and Robert Lewis defaulted on bond; have not paid Eppes money spent on Maria.\n                     To pay John Wayles Eppes. Books from Europe for John Wayles Eppes. Mr. Skipwith\n                     says Wigan, Bevin's administrator, sues T. J. and Eppes. Health of Mrs. Eppes.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2489]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes for an accommodation in the action by Bevins' executor against them. T.\n                     J.'s opinion of the paper signed by Skipwith and John Hanson (concerning the\n                     Wayles estate). Will not assume responsibility if John Wayles was security for\n                     a debt of Benjamin Harrison to Coles. Mentions Eppington, Hors du Monde, Mrs.\n                     Skipwith, and Mr. and Mrs. Francis Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[302]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Lyle to supply copy of Kippen and Company account with estate of Peter\n                     Jefferson prior to first accounts with Mr. Nicholas. Letter from Lyle,\n                     Manchester, calls for delay until T. J. returns from Philadelphia. Accounts\n                     with Mr. Harvie and Dr. Walker. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2490]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilson's account with T. J., covering the bonds of Richardson \u0026amp;\n                     Scruggs, Austin, James, Carter, and Randolph. Will send an order on Wilson to\n                     [John] Dobson for the balance due. Wilson will handle other bonds in the future\n                     for T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[303]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder on Pope in favor of Andrew Donald for William and James Donald \u0026amp;\n                     Co. to be paid from money collected from Robert Lewis and Samuel Woodson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[304]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder on Pope in favor of James Strange for Donald Scott \u0026amp; Co., to be\n                     paid from collections from Robert Lewis and Samuel Woodson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[305]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePope to pay note from proceeds of suits in Henrico District Court against\n                     Robert Lewis and Samuel Woodson of Goochland. Returns to Philadelphia. Pope to\n                     pay Strange or Donald Scott. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2491]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNicholas Lewis has given up the management of T. J.'s affairs. Directions for\n                     collection and payment of his debts. Money due from Robert Lewis and Samuel\n                     Woodson. Payment due James Strange of Richmond for Donald Scott \u0026amp; Co.,\n                     to Andrew Donald for William and James Donald \u0026amp; Co., and to [John]\n                     Dobson. Stop the suit against Lewis and Ware. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[306]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayments to [James] Currie, John Dobson, and John Hanson. Loss of tobacco\n                     shipped for Tom Cobbs to Mr. Ballow by T. J.'s slave, Phill.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[307]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions regarding her trip to Baltimore and Philadelphia. Mentions Mr.\n                     Giles. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[308]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElizabeth Eppes' illness. Purchase of donkey from Mrs. Bolling. John Wayles\n                     Eppes' expenses. [Henry?] Skipwith's sale [of tobacco?] a good one. Fall in\n                     tobacco price. Mentions Nicholas Lewis. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[309]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment to Maury through his brother at Fredericksburg. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[310]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses payment promised in letter from Monticello, in care of Maury's\n                     brother, Fredericksburg. Redeemable in U.S. Collector's Office.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2492]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDifficult trip to Philadelphia. Mrs. Washington's kindness to Maria. Maria's\n                     education at Mrs. Pine's. Washington's speech on land law, militia law, post\n                     office, weights and measures, navigation, and commerce. Arrival of Mr. Hammond,\n                     British Minister. New legislature now sitting in France. Peace throughout\n                     Europe. Mentions Nelly Custis, Martha Randolph, and Anne Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[311]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBetsy in better health. Mentions John Wayles Eppes and Maria Jefferson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[312]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMail difficulties. Bevin's suit. John Wayles Eppes well, reading Coke on\n                     Littleton. George Washington's speech indicates Congress' work load. Mentions\n                     Maria, Mrs. Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2493]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2494]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill pay John Wayles Eppes for horse gotten by Francis Eppes. To breed a Jack\n                     with Mazzei's Jenny. [Break in text.] Will pay his British debts; objects to\n                     paying those of others. Irregularity in Bevin suit may release T. J. and\n                     Francis Eppes. Maria well, writes to Elizabeth Wayles Eppes. John Wayles\n                     Eppes's studies. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2495]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComparison of the newspapers of Freneau and Bache. Desperate state of the\n                     French West Indies. Shipment of clothing for house slaves by Captain Stratton.\n                     Maria, at Mrs. Pine's has received calls from Mesdames Adams, Randolph,\n                     Rittenhouse, Sarjeant, Waters, and Davies. Greetings to Thomas M. and Anne\n                     Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[313]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComparison of the newspapers of Freneau and Bache. Desperate state of the\n                     French West Indies. Shipment of clothing for house slaves by Captain Stratton.\n                     Maria, at Mrs. Pine's has received calls from Mesdames Adams, Randolph,\n                     Rittenhouse, Sarjeant, Waters, and Davies. Greetings to Thomas M. and Anne\n                     Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[313A]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSending of a Minister to England. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[224]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s account with Short. Order for thirty bottles of champagne from M. DORSA\n                     for the President, using money in his, M. Grand's, or M. Van Staphorst's hands.\n                     Request for his traveling expense account to lay before Congress. Seeds and\n                     maple sugar for the Duchess of Danville. Peach grafts for the Duke de la\n                     Rochefoucault. Possibility of exporting maple sugar. Death of Mr. Edmunds,\n                     Eliza Edmunds, a son of Peyton Short, and Sally Short. Eliza and Jenny Short\n                     have gone to Kentucky. Greetings to M. and Mme. de Lafayette.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[314]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrees from Mr. Prince for Monticello sent to Mr. Brown in Richmond. Mr. Davies\n                     says post started on the 15th. Clothes for the house slaves sent by Captain\n                     Stratton. Cold weather. [David] Rittenhouse will furnish Freneau with\n                     meteorological observations. Love to Martha Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[315]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment of his debts to Dobson, consisting of bond to Farrell \u0026amp; Jones,\n                     assigned to Dobson, and a bill of exchange from Tabb. Partial payment by orders\n                     on James Wilson and Nathaniel Pope (money received in a suit against Woodson\n                     and Lewis), by money from his 1790 and 1791 tobacco crop, and by the sale of\n                     forty slaves. Mentions Nicholas Lewis. See also Item 316, below.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2496]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment of his debts to Dobson, consisting of bond to Farrell \u0026amp; Jones,\n                     assigned to Dobson, and a bill of exchange from Tabb. Partial payment by orders\n                     on James Wilson and Nathaniel Pope (money received in a suit against Woodson\n                     and Lewis), by money from his 1790 and 1791 tobacco crop, and by the sale of\n                     forty slaves. Mentions Nicholas Lewis. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[316]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of Maria Jefferson. Clothes for the housemaids. Books for Martha on\n                     cooking, and for Thomas Mann Randolph on agriculture by Ginani and Duhamel.\n                     Possible sale of wheat in Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[317]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCaptain Stratton left with slaves' clothes. Trees received by James Brown.\n                     Defeat of St. Clair in Indian battle on Wabash near Fort Wayne. Preference for\n                     militia over regulars. Affairs in France happily terminated. Greetings to\n                     Martha and Anne Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[318]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Walker's account against Peter Jefferson's estate. Confusion concerning\n                     payment to Kippen \u0026amp; Co. for the estate, made by John Harvie to Mr.\n                     McCaul. Mentions Richard Randolph, David Randolph, Martha Jefferson Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[319]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eImportance of strengthening state governments to prevent encroachment by the\n                     federal government. Specific means for strengthening the executive,\n                     legislative, and judicial branches of the state governments.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[320]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment Mullins failed to make to Richard Anderson was to be turned over to\n                     James Strange of Richmond for Donald Scott \u0026amp; Co. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[321]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIllness of Mrs. Gilmer, Colonel Lewis, and Anne Randolph. Postal route through\n                     Columbia, Charlottesville, and Staunton. Greetings to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[322]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2497]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-410]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostal route from Richmond through Columbia, Charlottesville, Staunton, and\n                     into Kentucky. The representation bill might have been saved by Richard H. Lee.\n                     Measures for defense of the West. Experiment with peach trees for firewood.\n                     Weariness with public office. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[323]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpenses for education of John Wayles Eppes. Intemperate letter from John\n                     Dobson in regard to T. J.'s account. No report from Nicholas Lewis concerning\n                     the sale of slaves at Bedford. Mentions Maria Jefferson, Elizabeth Eppes, and\n                     [Daniel] Hylton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[324]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill not lease Edgehill (I. e. Elk Hill?) to Mr. Forster, owing to probability\n                     of its sale to pay part of John Wayles estate debt to Farrell \u0026amp; Jones.\n                     Anxious to receive Nicholas Lewis' account of sale of slaves at Bedford.\n                     Reference to [Daniel] Hylton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[325]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesire to leave public office and return to Monticello with Martha, Anne, and\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[326]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRates for Freneau's newspaper on the postal route from Richmond through\n                     Columbia, Charlottesville, and Staunton, Va. Wants to hear results of his sale\n                     [of slaves]. Requests that \u003cpersname normal=\"Bowling Clarke\"\u003e[Bowling]\n                        Clarke\u003c/persname\u003e or the manager send his tobacco for sale in Richmond after\n                     its inspection at Lynchburg. Terms for sale of Bedford tobacco. Clarkson is\n                     managing T. J.'s affairs in Albemarle. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[327]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters from T. J. and Maria. Information from David Randolph concerning\n                     Colonel Dicke. Return to Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[328]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecent illness. Maria Jefferson's refusal to write. Requests information on\n                     wheat, payment of debts and slaves, since Clarkson cannot write.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[329]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests certified copy of a deed. Mentions Martha and Thomas Jefferson\n                     Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[330]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHeavy snow and ice along James River. Hopes snow will prevent multiplication of\n                     the weevil. Mentions Mr. Clarkson and Colonel Carter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[331]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDismal journey from Dick Randolph's. Purchase of Edgehill and its slaves\n                     completed. Wants him to return to Monticello. Mrs. Gilsner is recovered from\n                     her insanity. News of Anne Randolph. Greetings to Maria Jefferson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[332]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA judgment has been obtained for Currie against Dr. Griffin, but that against\n                     the garnishees will take time. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[333]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHomesickness for Monticello. News of Maria Jefferson, Mrs. Trist, and Mrs.\n                     Waters. Leyden Gazette says British were beaten by Tippoo Saib, and were saved\n                     by the arrival of the Mahrattas, suing for peace for Cornwallis. Mentions Mr.\n                     Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[334]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDemand on Mr. Bannister. Account of sale: slaves brought little, but, with\n                     profit from sale of Cumberland land, will cover installment to John Hanson.\n                     Sale of Elkhill and debts, including those due Jones and Hanbury. Mentions Mr.\n                     Lewis. Health of Maria and John Wayles Eppes. Mentions Elizabeth Wayles Eppes.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2499]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGlad that Randolph has obtained Edgehill. Books for Maria Jefferson sent by\n                     Captain Stratton. Greetings to Martha Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[335]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSevere winter. Fate of the country based on gambling scoundrels, the stock\n                     sellers. Fate of the representation bill. The emperor will not meddle in\n                     France's rearming. Postal time between Richmond and Philadelphia. Mr. Clark to\n                     ship T. J.'s tobacco to Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[336]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions for planting Acacia Farnesiana. Gooseberry, lilac, and weeping\n                     willow are leafing. Martins have appeared. References to Elizabeth Eppes, Maria\n                     Jefferson, Martha Randolph, and Anne Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[337]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter for Great Britain and commission to Dr. Barton taken care of for Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr. Shackleford should manure the gardens at Monticello. Copies\n                     of Fenno's Gazette forwarded. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[338]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment for candles. Bill for apportioning representatives to each state vetoed\n                     by Washington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[339]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter for British partners. Hares damaged orchard. Gilmer ill.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2500]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of British debts in Virginia courts. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2501]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest as to Doctor Barton complied with. Requests that Mr. Lewis deliver\n                     bonds taken at his sale [of slaves?] to Mr. Eppes, who will use them to pay Mr.\n                     Hanson. Urges that Clarke hurry T. J.'s Bedford tobacco. Randolph's researches\n                     into the opossum. Colonel Monroe leaves soon. Mentions T. Shackleford.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[340]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of pamphlet attacking him; author unmistakable (John Fenno?).\n                     Criminality of paper money system. Report of rioting around William Duer's\n                     place of confinement. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[341]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends a bill instead of damaged tobacco to repay money T. J. paid for him.\n                     Requests copy of Lavater's moral aphorisms for Patsy [Martha Randolph]. Bonds\n                     for Mr. Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[342]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondence with Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Congress adjourned. James Monroe\n                     will bring watch, Paine's Rights of Man, and T. J.'s copy of Johann Caspar\n                     Lavater's Aphorisms. Mrs. Pine to England; Maria to Mrs. Brodeau. George\n                     Washington to Mount Vernon. T. J. to Monticello. Mentions Anne Cary Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2502]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCites reasons why Washington should continue as President: a public debt so\n                     large that it strains the impost; draining of specie abroad by payments on the\n                     foreign debt; large amount of paper money that encourages speculation, corrupts\n                     the legislature, and menaces the republican form of government. Only hope of\n                     safety lies in numerous representation. Possibility of a split North and South\n                     if the paper money, monarchical interest remains dominant. Negotiations with\n                     England and Spain are at a delicate point. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[343]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo send Ferris' papers to Mr. Madison. The President's arrival. Colonel and\n                     Mrs. Monroe's visit at Monticello. Attempted murder of King of Sweden;\n                     prosperity of French affairs, and rising value of assignats. Probable defeat of\n                     John Jay in New York. Shipment of bacon and tobacco. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[344]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNicholas Lewis, Jr., returned from Williamsburg with his lady. Airs that the\n                     Lewises have taken of late. Effect of drought on sugar maples, acacias, and the\n                     crops. Illness of Joseph Monroe. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[345]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHears news of him from Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Patsy. Discusses law\n                     reading, lawyer's prospects. Encloses opinion on the law of waste. (see 22 June\n                     1792 and 18 February 1793) . Reference to Mr. Steward (Archibald Stuart?) of\n                     Staunton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[346]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopies of Fenno's and Freneau's newspapers. Possibility that Maria will enter\n                     Miss Brodeaux's school. Instructions to [Bowling] Clarke necessitated by\n                     miserable condition of his tobacco. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[347]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Baker's explanation regarding a tutor for Mr. Robinson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[348]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWheat and corn crop at Monticello and Shadwell. Importance of abolishing\n                     tobacco and Indian corn to protect soil; the area peculiarly favorable to\n                     wheat. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[349]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttended Charlottesville District Court. Plans for law study.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[350]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUrges him to exercise his legal rights in property entailed to him in England,\n                     with aid from Thomas Pinckney. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[351]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePersonnel for mint. Wants Drost and Boulton. Mr. Morris can hire in France.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2503]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Paradise asks inventory of estate in Virginia. Paradise trustees in\n                     England can collect proceeds from sale of public lands. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2504]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePossibility of Mackay's making a living as a French tutor in Philadelphia,\n                     Baltimore, or Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[352]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpinion on the law of waste. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[353]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning T. J.'s return to Monticello, her sister Maria, and advice on\n                     neighbors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGoods for Monticello sent to James Brown in Richmond via the Schooner Relief.\n                     Mentions George Washington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[354]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStores for Monticello. Plans for return to Monticello via James Madison's home\n                     and John Jones' tavern. Mentions Mr. Claxton, Mr. Petit, Mr. Williams, Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr., and George Washington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[355]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHorses for his return to Monticello. Greetings to Mr. Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[356]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of raisins and wine ordered from Guide. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[357]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFarm business. Account for work done by William. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2505]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo see him again. Mentions Mrs. Rittenhouse. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2528]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGlad T. J. is at Monticello. Asks for horse in order to attend Court. Regards\n                     to Thomas M. and Mrs. Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[358]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists enslaved persons at Poplar Forest by name, including ages of those under 8 years old. Also lists livestock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIllness of Martha J. Carr, Lucy Carr, and himself. Jefferson's plans to reside\n                     in Virginia. Asks instructions about returning books. Samuel Carr's education\n                     at Williamsburg. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[359]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNegotiations by William Short and William Carmichael with England and Spain\n                     regarding their interference with the Indians. Dissention among the executive\n                     departments. Disapproval of Hamilton: his policies, his undue influencing of\n                     the legislature, his interference in negotiations with England and France.\n                     Differences of opinion between Hamilton and T. J. regarding the Constitution\n                     and public debt. Justification of Philip Freneau. Asserts that he has never\n                     dictated Freneau's policies except to advise use of information in the Leyden\n                     Gazette. Rivalry between Freneau and Fenno. Importance of a free press.\n                     Anonymous slanders by Hamilton, which he will answer after his retirement.\n                     Mentions writings of Publicola and Discourses on Davila. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[360]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill sell Elkhill if Greenbrier profits not adequate. Mr. Banks can sell\n                     regardless of mortgages. For purposes of litigation, Greenbrier County might be\n                     in the East Indies. Elkhill safer with T. J. Dr. Taylor's bond. T. J. to\n                     Philadelphia. Martin may have purchaser. Mr. Banks wrote from Alexandria.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2506]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum relative to William Short's letter of 15 September 1792.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[361]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMadison encloses letters from Edmund Randolph and Daniel Carroll [not present]\n                     which refer to Alexander Hamilton and Virginia and Maryland politics. Madison\n                     also requests a bag of coffee and comments on the serious illness of T.J.'s\n                     granddaughter, Anne Cary Randolph Bankhead, who is being attended by Dr.\n                     Gilmer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHubbard (slave) better shoemaker for Bedford plantation than Peter. Tobacco to\n                     London via Richmond. Mentions Mr. Brown, Mr. Clay, cotton, clover, hemp, wheat,\n                     and slave sale. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3122]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHousehold affairs involving butcher, Ben Calvard or Calvert, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., John Quarles, Robert Smith, Thomas Norris, John Henderson's\n                     executors, Thomas Massey, Nicholas Lewis, Joseph Mansfield, wheat, Sheriff of\n                     Albemarle, Peter Marks, Richmond, Va., Daniel Wood, Mr. Clarkson, fencing, hemp\n                     and cotton growing, slaves, stone cutting, limestone, tools, wheel making, wood\n                     cutting, sand moving, log houses, Mr. Henderson, Randolph family supplies,\n                     Christmas livestock lists, grain sales, and orchard grubbing.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2507]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrief memorandum of accounts with the following people: Albemarle County\n                     Sheriff, Thomas Bell, James Brown, Benjamin Calvard, Manoah Clarkson, Hierom\n                     Gaines, Henry Guy, John Henderson's executors, John Garland Jefferson, Nicholas\n                     Lewis, Joseph Mansfield, Peter Marks, Thomas Massey, Matthew Maury, John\n                     Quarles, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and David Wood. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[362]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for books and papers relative to superintendence of T. J.'s affairs\n                     from 1783. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2507-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOfficial letters forwarded to William Carmichael and William Short re: their\n                     negotiations on behalf of the United States in Amsterdam and expressing fears\n                     that the letters may have been lost at sea.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis son and family have scarlet fever. Concerned about education of grandsons.\n                     Solicits appointment to lighthouse at Cape Henry for Maj. George Wray.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[363]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest that M. Frouille, Libraire Quai des Augustin[s], Paris, forward the\n                        \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eEncyclopedie.\u003c/title\u003e Order for macaroni. Goods to be\n                     shipped to James Brown in Richmond. Draft on Donald \u0026amp; Barton, London.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[364]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for help on business at Le Havre and Paris. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3128]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a balance against T. J. in favor of Van Staphorst \u0026amp; Hubbard,\n                     resulting from public accounts while T. J. was minister to France. Mentions\n                     John Dobson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[365]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders to sell slaves in Bedford and Albemarle. Flooring for the stables Turnip\n                     crop. Maria lives with a Mrs. Fullerton. Greetings to Martha Randolph and to\n                     Miss Jane (Randolph?). Forwards Freneau's and Fenno's newspapers via Mr.\n                     Madison. Mentions slaves Dinah and Caesar. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[366]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoverty of Etienne Hallet, architect at Georgetown. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[367]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter for Messrs. Blow and Milhaddo. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[368]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnne Randolph's illness. President Washington's scheme of crop rotation.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[369]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill board with John Shelton, Goochland. Asks for money for winter clothes and\n                     for board. Course of reading. Direct letter care George Jefferson, Richmond.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[370]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder from Mr. Vaughan on John Hopkins payable to Gamble for account of Mr.\n                     Derieux. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2510]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHealth of Anne Cary Randolph and Thomas Jefferson Randolph. Mr. and Mrs. James\n                     Monroe, James Madison, and remembers of Congress arrived. Republican victory in\n                     Pennsylvania. Monocrats displeased. Mentions Martha and Maria.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2508]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDuplicates item 2508. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2509]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of sugar maple seeds for the President, Mr. Madison, and T. J. Congress\n                     in session. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[371]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for myrtle-wax candles. Application from the Mayor of Marseilles that U.\n                     S. merchants be encouraged to send wheat and flour in great quantities.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[372]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Otis' note. Senate Without a head since the Vice-president is away and R.\n                     H. Lee resigned. Mr. and Mrs. Monroe's arrival. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[373]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBonds payable to T. J. turned over to John Hanson. References to William\n                     Mickle, Reuben Smith, David Ross, and Robert Wilson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[374]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvising that he consult the French minister concerning the weapon he has\n                     developed, or that he apply for a patent. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[375]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo government post available, despite William Short's assurances of Cobbett's\n                     merit. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[376]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrived Richmond with Peter and Samuel Carr. Needs money urgently.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[377]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCovering a letter for William Short. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[378]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInformation concerning Mme. de la Mariniere and a servant Henri. Determination\n                     to retire. (Jefferson wrote twice to Gouverneur Morris on this date.)\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[379]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlan to retire. Request for purchase of threshing machine. Peace concluded with\n                     Wabash and Illinois Indians. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[380]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDenies that Mr. [Stephen?] Sayre has any claim against the U. S. Treasury.\n                     Indian prospects improved. Delay of [Thomas?] Barclay's mission.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[381]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants copper bell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3129]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for waistcoat and breeches. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[382]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans to retire. Directs mail to successor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2511]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of money. Discourse on good conduct. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[383]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnne Randolph's illness. Mr. Randolph's absence. Mentions Maria and Thomas\n                     Jefferson Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[384]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest that he secure Mazzei's gun from Mr. Hunter and place it with Joseph\n                     Jones of Fredericksburg. Rejection by Congress of proposal that executive heads\n                     meet with Congress. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[385]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForwards agricultural pamphlet. Instructions regarding books, hams, and a\n                     stalactite in Richmond. Reported surrender of Dumourier to the Duke of\n                     Brunswick. Mentions Philadelphia's Peale Museum, Brussels and Ostend, Belgium.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[386]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUrges that she avoid use of medicine for Anne Randolph. Mentions Maria\n                     Jefferson, Thomas Jefferson Randolph, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[387]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[Archibald] Cary's executors promise payment to the Wayles estate. Purchase of\n                     donkeys. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[388]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for money to pay debts to [M. \u0026amp; J.] Myers, incurred in marriage\n                     of her daughter. Pure air of Monticello cured fever. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[389]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProceeds from John Wayles's estate to be placed with James Brown, Richmond.\n                     Horse breeding. Retreat of Duke of Brunswick. John Wayles Eppes well. Mentions\n                     Mrs. Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2512]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLower French duty on U. S. tobacco; drafts on Brown for Clow \u0026amp; Co., J.\n                     G. Jefferson, [Matthew] Maury; payment due from Cary estate.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[390]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMotions concerning weights and measures, now pending in Senate committee, and\n                     formerly considered by House of Representatives committee.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2513]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn the renting of Elkhill. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[391]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnne Randolph's return to health. Postal information. Visit of an Indian of the\n                     Peoria Nation. Blanchard's balloon ascent. French affairs. Renting of Elkhill.\n                     Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[392]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRenting of Elkhill to John Ashlin on share-crop basis. Mentions H. Mullins.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[393]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants Mrs. Pine's price for portrait of James Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2514]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment from [Archibald] Cary's estate to John Wayles' estate. Defeat of the\n                     Duke of Brunswick. Price of wheat. Mentions Burgoyne, Cornwallis, John Wayles\n                     Eppes, and Maria Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[394]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Mr. Fenirch (i.e. Fenwick?) concerning Derieux's legacy. French\n                     victories. Letters for Mr. Vaughan and Mr. Fenirch. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[395]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegrets that he cannot lend Gayer $600 to set up a type-founder business.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[396]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnne Randolph's health; slaves' clothes; Mr. Blanchard's balloon ascent.\n                     Mentions Maria Jefferson, Mr. Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[397]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of Anne and Thomas Jefferson Randolph. Delay in receiving letters\n                     concerning the books and stalactite. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[398]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePermission for John Wayles Eppes to accompany the commissioners to the Council\n                     of Indians. Edmund Randolph's bonds available to pay John's expenses. Mentions\n                     Elizabeth Eppes and Maria Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[399]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning payment due from Colonel Bell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[400]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding Mr. Fenwick's bill, and funds sent through Richard Gamble.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[401]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDaniel Hylton's letter on the sale of Elkhill to Dr. Taylor and Banks; payment\n                     in bonds backed with Greenbriar land. Debt to Farrell \u0026amp; Jones.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[402]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding sale of Elkhill. Deliver bonds to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[403]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledgment of letters. Information from Hylton concerning the sale of\n                     Elkhill. Asks about sale at Bedford. Instructions regarding building at\n                     Monticello (stables?). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[404]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions regarding Mr. Chambers' invention. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[405]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. Wrote to Randolph Jefferson. James Kinsolving bought Dinah and children\n                     from Clarkson. Col. Lewis and Col. Bell set value. Bedford sale. Kinsolving\n                     joined by John Burnley. Limestone and wood cutting, orchard grubbing. Stable to\n                     be built. Martha's report of Charlottesville fire premature. Dyvers and Lindsey\n                     lost heavily. Will tell Mr. Hylton at Richmond about stalactite. Clothes for\n                     slaves at neither Monticello nor Mr. Brown's. Anne Cary Randolph ill; Gilmer\n                     treating. Martha writes to Maria. French victory. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2515]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUncertainty as to his retirement from office. Building of his canal in\n                     Albemarle. Mentions Anne Randolph, Samuel Clarkson, Mr. George, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., and George Washington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[406]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee 1793 December 2, \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[535]\u003c/bibref\u003e. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[407]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of a horse. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[408]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledging receipt of Mr. Randolph's letter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[409]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProspective visit to Tuckahoe. Deep snow. Account between Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Sr. and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Mentions Anne and Martha Randolph, also\n                     seeds, grape cuttings, fruit trees, and calacanthus roots.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[410]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReasons for delay in sending money to pay her debt to [M. \u0026amp; J.] Myers\n                     and T. J.'s bond to Dabney Carr's estate. Greetings to Mr. and Mrs. Terrell,\n                     his newly married niece. Attached is Peter Carr's opinion on waste (relating to\n                     the estate of Samuel Carr), which belongs with Carr's letter of 28 May 1792.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[411]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProcedures in the case of lost loan office certificates. Renting of 2,000 acres\n                     of land. Mentions [Samuel] Biddle. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[412]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRandolph's letter to Maria. Monticello work. Bedford sale. Will secure Maryland\n                     tenants for land on Shadwell side of river and will hire slaves to the tenants.\n                     To Head of Elk when Congress adjourns. Horse, Brimmer. Joseph accidentally\n                     killed Matchless. Now has old pair and Tarquin, to be sold. Capt. Swaille of\n                     schooner Mary bound Norfolk to Richmond brings slaves' clothes care Mr. Brown.\n                     Note adds that model threshing machine comes by Capt. Weymouth, ship Ellice,\n                     New York to Norfolk, care Col. Gamble. Machine to be moved from Richmond.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2516]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdjournment of Congress. Slaves' clothes sent to Richmond on Schooner Mary,\n                     Captain Swaile. Mentions James Monroe, Anne Randolph, Thomas Jefferson\n                     Randolph, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and slave Bob. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[413]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdjournment of Congress. Slaves' clothes sent to Richmond on Schooner Mary,\n                     Captain Swaile. Mentions James Monroe, Anne Randolph, Thomas Jefferson\n                     Randolph, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and slave Bob. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[413]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eKentucky Constitution. Letter from William Short. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[414]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSauterne wine. Feeding of horses. Mentions Joseph Fenwick, U. S. Consul at\n                     Bordeaux. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[415]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns a request for something lodged at Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[416]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMore time for John Wayles Eppes because Commissioners to Indian Treaty delayed.\n                     Mr. Cary's executor to send money for moving. Mentions Elizabeth Wayles Eppes.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2517]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. encloses a letter (not present) to Mr. Carmichael.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRenting of his lands near Shadwell. Mentions trip to Brandywine and Elkton,\n                     Va., to secure tenant for his mill. References to Samuel Biddle and Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[417]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters received. Plan to rent lands on the Shadwell side of the river.\n                     Inquiries in the House of Representatives regarding actions of the Secretary of\n                     the Treasury. Control of Congress by stockjobbers and bankers. Republican\n                     victory in the new Congress. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[418]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDelay in returning to Monticello. Directions for construction at Monticello.\n                     Procurement of workmen in Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[419]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of letters. Bill in favor of William B. Giles. Marketing of Bedford\n                     tobacco. Scarcity of cash and depression in public paper. Views of the\n                     Republican and fiscal parties concerning payment of the debt. Constitutionality\n                     of the Bank. Desire for peace. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[420]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney for John Wayles Eppes. Payments from the Cary estate.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[421]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposal to rent Cox's house. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[422]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Barton replaced by Mr. Sergeant who will answer suit against Griffin.\n                     Military land rights west of Ohio and Act of Congress affecting them. W.\n                     Ronald's affairs. T. J. protected by land mortgage and Beaverdam land\n                     transaction. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2518]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUrging that Mr. Randolph use the slaves for his convenience in the garden. Has\n                     rented a house in the country. Plan to return to Monticello. Mentions Maria\n                     Jefferson, Thomas J. Randolph, and Anne Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[423]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRenting of Cox's house. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[424]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDistribution of money which may be obtained from suits against Lewis and\n                     Woodson to Donald Scott \u0026amp; Co., William and James Donald, and James\n                     Monroe. References to Nathaniel Pope, Nicholas Lewis, and John Dobson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[553]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Wayles Eppes's trip to the Indian Treaty. Has given up Philadelphia house;\n                     moving furniture to Virginia. John Wayles Eppes should study at Williamsburg.\n                     Books from Ireland addressed to T. J. care James Brown, Richmond. Packages from\n                     England. Carr money. Mentions Mrs. Eppes and Eppington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2519]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDuplicates item 2519. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2520]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders precautions to be taken by Consular Service in event of war in Europe.\n                     Consuls' surety bonds. Forwarding of mail to Secretary of State at\n                     Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2520-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrees, grass, and garden at Monticello. Fenno's newspapers sent by Mr. Madison.\n                     Mentions Mr. Hawkins, Colonel Monroe, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[425]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks opinion on recovery of slaves under grandfather's will. Intends to begin\n                     law practice in summer, location undecided. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[426]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends trip to England by American vessel rather than by packet, because of\n                     prospects of war. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[427]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReports on reading. Return of T. J.'s books. Request for money. References to\n                     Peter and Samuel Carr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[428]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComplaint to the Postmaster General concerning lack of punctuality of the post\n                     rider from Richmond to Charlottesville. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[429]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBooks from Dublin and from Alexander Donald in London. Shipment of Bedford\n                     tobacco to France. War between England and France. Furniture sent aboard the\n                     Sloop Union, Captain Bradford, to Richmond. Special instructions regarding\n                     looking glasses. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[430]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill write Mr. Randolph. War reported among France, England, and Holland. John\n                     Wayles Eppes to study at William and Mary College. Letter from Mr. Carr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2424]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaria's illness. Mr. Boulding sent by Jacob Hollingsworth as prospective tenant\n                     for lands near Shadwell. Furniture sent to James Brown in Richmond. War between\n                     France, England, and Holland. John Eppes at William and Mary College. Letter\n                     from Mr. Carr. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[431]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDisposal of William Short's property in the public funds. Mentions James Brown.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[432]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eValuation of slave Mary [Hemings?]. Request that he supply J. Garland Jefferson\n                     with necessities. Mr. Derieux's affairs. Dearth of money in Philadelphia.\n                     Mentions Nicholas Lewis and Dr. Gilmer. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[433]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvises Dabney Carr to begin study of law. Unable to advise Peter as to best\n                     site for law practice in Virginia. He is free to revive the question of his\n                     claim to slaves. Pamphlets for Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., including articles\n                     signed \"Timon\". \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[434]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter for Dabney Carr advising him to secure Coke's Institutes, a law\n                     dictionary, and White Kennett's Compleat History of England. Peter Carr\n                     controls slaves. Mentions Virginia, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha, \"Timon.\"\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2521]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of Peter Gordon, shoemaker. Beverly Randolph at Baltimore. George\n                     Washington expected at Philadelphia. Mentions Maria, Francis, and Elizabeth\n                     Wayles Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2522]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCourses of reading for Jefferson and Dabney Carr. Suggests he stand at the bar\n                     in the fall. Refers him to Thomas Bell in Charlottesville for funds.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[435]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Short's certificates. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[436]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Penn mail. No progress with Mr. Hammond. Wants Mr. Droz for mint.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2523]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConsidering living between Petersburg and Richmond, to practice in the district\n                     courts of Brunswick and Lunenburg Counties. Prefers to get clothes from John\n                     Shelton rather than from Thomas Bell. Need for money. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[437]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo news from Monticello. Maria ill. Bizarre scandal rumored in \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eRichmond Gazette.\u003c/title\u003e Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2524]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpinion on the right of the U. S. to renounce their treaties with France,\n                     citing Grotius, Puffendorf, Vattel, and Wolf as authorities.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[438]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDischarging of Gordon's account. Decree with regard to [Archibald] Cary's\n                     estate. Reference to Bizarre scandal. [Anne Cary] Randolph and Richard Randolph\n                     have been absolved in Cumberland court. Mentions Mr. Campbell and Mr. Marshall.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[439]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConnection of herself and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. with Bizarre scandal.\n                     Mentions Richard Randolph, Anne Cary Randolph of Bizarre, and David Randolph.\n                     Livestock; and gardening. Mentions Maria. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2525]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinancial difficulties make it necessary that Garland get his clothes from\n                     Thomas Bell. Approves Garland's district for law practice.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[440]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBonds deposited by Bowling Clarke. Bonds taken by Mr. Hylton for Elkhill not\n                     yet arrived. Damage to grain by the weevil. Barley, wheat, rye, clover, and\n                     mocking birds at Monticello. Loan of two pamphlets, one on \"popery laws\" in\n                     Ireland. Mentions Martha Randolph and the children. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[441]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of Wilson Miles Cary's estate, Rich Neck, by Miles King, Dr. William\n                     Foushee, William Hylton, and Daniel Hylton. Sends sample of their lumber for\n                     Edmund Genet. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[442]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplanation why he bought from Shelton and Harris rather than Thomas Bell.\n                     Borrowing books from Monticello. Reference to William Pope.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[443]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions Monsieur de Noailles (a kinsman of Madame Lafayette). Inquires of\n                     Madame de Corny and [Maria] Cosway. Comments that he thinks America is \"the\n                     only country of tranquility, and should be the asylum of all those who wish to\n                     avoid the scenes which have crushed our friends in Paris.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter covering Mr. Cruger's? papers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[444]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington at Mount Vernon. Maria has mumps. Manager from Elkton.\n                     Maryland tenants. May ask Clarkson to take east side of river. Effects in\n                     France of Dumouriez's desertion. Brittany insurrection, possible war between\n                     England and France. Threshing machine. Mentions Maria. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2526]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnjoyment of the trees at his house. Provision for celery and endive for the\n                     winter. Mentions Maria Jefferson and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[445]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongress to convene. Must meet Madison in Philadelphia or at Monticello.\n                     Trouble with French Minister and with England. Letter to James Monroe.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2527]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment for \u003cpersname normal=\"Archibald\"\u003e A[rchibald]\u003c/persname\u003eCary's estate.\n                     Polly's letter to her aunt. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[446]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDate of arrival of peaches and corn; peas at Monticello. Need for enriching the\n                     soil at Monticello with manure. Possibility of peace between England and\n                     France. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[447]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing [Edward?] Livingston. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[448]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing [Edward?] Livingston. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[449]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnxious regarding failure to acknowledge his letters. Death of Roger Sherman.\n                     Mentions [John?] Blair and [Matthew?] Maury. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[450]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking Knox to direct enclosure to Judge Symes of Jersey. Proposition for\n                     publishing rules of August 3 (Genet affair?) in newspapers with suggested\n                     preface. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2527-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting Randolph to deliver confidential letter to James Madison.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2527-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSum due Derieux from Mr. Vaughan. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[452]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForwarding of claret and stores to Monticello. Mentions Archibald Campbell of\n                     Baltimore. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[453]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of D. Randolph. Arrangement for exchanging Tarquin for another horse.\n                     Wine, stores, and clothing for the slaves at Monticello. Mentions Jupiter, Tom\n                     Shackleford, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[454]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter for Mr. Domal. Requests information about threshing machine. Delay in\n                     his departure. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[455]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromises shipment of tobacco to aid Donald in the calamity (bankruptcy) that\n                     has befallen him. Plans to return to Monticello. Books received. Mentions James\n                     Brown and Mr. Marshall. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[456]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment for wine. Mentions draft on Donald \u0026amp; Burton.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[457]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment for the Encyclopédie. Failure of Donald \u0026amp; Burton.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[458]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Hammond's refusal to give passports to French passengers.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[459]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExchanging Tarquin for another horse. Washington's trip to Mt. Vernon. Plan to\n                     send off the rest of his furniture, in preparation for his return to\n                     Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[460]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMisfortunes of M. Lenblhon, a fugitive from Santo Domingo awaiting passage to\n                     France. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[461]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning two boxes of china sent by [Edward?] Dowse. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[462]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMail from Philadelphia. News of James Madison, Colonel, Mrs., and Eliza Monroe.\n                     Effect of weevil on wheat crop. Mentions Mr. Clarkson, Martha Randolph, and\n                     Maria Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[463]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayments on T. J.'s bond and bill of exchange. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[464]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s debt to Montgomery \u0026amp; Henry. Mentions Nicholas Lewis.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[465]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill pay expenses of slaves who will meet at Shuter's tavern to exchange\n                     horses. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[451]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForwards letter from Ballanger. John Vaughan's account. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[466]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReasons why Mr. Gregoire is not appointed consul at Dunkerque. Consular service\n                     at Bordeaux, Nantes, and le Havre. Mentions Mr. Barksdale, Francis Coffin, and\n                     Benjamin Franklin. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[467]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters for George Hammond, Mr. Van Berckel, Mr. Viar, and Mr. Jaudenes\n                     regarding passports and letters requested by the Charitable Committee of\n                     Baltimore. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[468]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWythe's address delivered to President Washington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[469]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndependence Day Sermon. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[470]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExact location of the Maryland-Virginia boundary as given in his Notes on\n                     Virginia I.; [Jacques?] Cassini's method of computing latitude compared with\n                     Mason and Dixon's; George Mason's papers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[471]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIt is not permitted to place consuls in the British Islands (West Indies?).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[472]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlague in Philadelphia. Colonel Hamilton ill. Washington has left for Mt.\n                     Vernon. T. J. to go to Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[473]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDuty on package at the Custom House in Bermuda. Yellow fever in Philadelphia.\n                     References to Robert Gamble, Alexander Hamilton, George Washington, and Henry\n                     Knox. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[474]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions regarding letters for Gouverneur Morris. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[475]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturn of a Senator for Delaware to be sent to the Secretary of the Senate.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[476]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting passports for 430 passengers to France from Baltimore. Mentions\n                     Samuel Sterrett of Baltimore, Captain Ardouin of the Marianne and Captain\n                     Dupouy of the Nouvelle Rosalie. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[477]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of an ink pot. Letter for Thomas Pinckney covering a bill of exchange.\n                     Owing to epidemic of yellow fever in Philadelphia, Hamilton, Washington, and\n                     Knox have left. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[478]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePassports from Mr. Hammond for those seeking passage to France.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[479]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder to pay money due John Ross. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[480]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo the Governor of Maryland, concerning the improper actions in Baltimore of\n                     French agents (A. C. Duplaine? Genet?). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[481]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledging receipt of resolutions of the inhabitants of Petersburg\n                     commending the President's conduct in pursuit of peace. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[482]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for a loan of $100, the amount of an order on Benjamin Bankson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[483]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBalance due from John Vaughan. Yellow fever in Philadelphia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[484]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment of money due Ker made through Mr. Bankson. Mentions note of J.\n                     Bringhurst. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[485]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to Mr. Sergeant. Mentions fever and Mrs. Currie. Hopes to leave\n                     Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2529]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFever killed Dupont, French Consul, and Wright, the painter. Lieper said dead.\n                     J. Barclay ill. Hamilton and wife well. Banks open. Mentions George Washington\n                     and Congress. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2530]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans to return to Monticello because of the yellow fever epidemic in\n                     Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[486]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eValue of lands beyond the mountains. Balance due Peter Derieux.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[487]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney due her left in the hands of Mr. Bankson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[488]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBooks and wine shipped to T. J. via Gamble in Baltimore. Mentions Sloop Polly,\n                     James Tibbitt, master. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[489]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUrges Bankson to get out of Philadelphia during the epidemic. Mentions Mr.\n                     Crosby and Mr. Grey. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[490]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCovering letter for a group of letters and documents including letters patent\n                     revoking the Exequatur of A. C. Deplain, Vice Consul at Boston, letters to A.\n                     C. Deplane, Mr. Genet, and [Gouverneur] Morris. Letters patent to be published\n                     in Fenno's and Freneau's papers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[491]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCovers a commission for Mr. Dannery as Consul of France at Boston and a letter\n                     for Mr. Genet. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[492]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturning Mr. Frank's letter discussing damage to our commerce in the West\n                     Indies. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[493]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommission for Mr. Dannery as French Consul in Boston; letters to Mr. Genet and\n                     Mr. Bankson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[494]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnswer to Bournonville's letter sent for the President's approval. Mentions\n                     Benjamin Bankson and Mr. Dandridge. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[495]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote to Tench Coxe. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[496]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMessrs. King, Pratt, et al., owners of ship Andrew, should apply to France for\n                     indemnification for cargo of rice seized at Lorient and detention of the\n                     vessel. U. S. Minister, Gouverneur Morris, will exert pressure for the owners.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[497]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee 2 December 1793. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[498]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo the Commissioner of Loans regarding William Short's loan office\n                     certificates. Mentions James Brown. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[499]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBonds from the sale of slaves, from Mr. Ronald for Cumberland lands, and for\n                     the Elkhill lands should discharge T. J.'s bonds to William Jones. Mentions\n                     Daniel Hylton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[500]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder to deliver bonds on Elkhill lands, from Banks \u0026amp; Taylor, to\n                     Richard Hanson, to discharge T. J.'s bonds to William Jones of Farrell\n                     \u0026amp; Jones. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[501]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of credit for Anna Scott Marks. Estate of John Wayles. Mentions Mr.\n                     Myers and Francis Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[502]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of credit for Anna Scott Marks or Martha Carr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[503]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotifying his sister that a letter of credit for her use has been sent to\n                     Martha Carr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[504]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests funds for his mother. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[505]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment to Herman LeRoy (of mortgage bond secured by Henrico County land given\n                     to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., by his father) to be made by the wheat crop at\n                     Varina, now ready for market. Refers to David Ross and Alexander Donald.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[506]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayments made on T. J.'s bill of exchange and bond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[507]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of introduction for Tobias Lear. Mentions Boyd's brother in\n                     Bladensburgh. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[508]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Tobias Lear, formerly President Washington's secretary, who\n                     proposes to establish in commerce in the city of Washington.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[509]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of introduction for Tobias Lear. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[510]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters of introduction. References to C. W. F. Dumas in Amsterdam, Van\n                     Staphorst \u0026amp; Hubbard, and to Mr. Greenlief. The Revolution has turned\n                     adrift many of his French friends. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[511]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForwarding of books, letters, and papers. Wheat crop prospects. Illness of a\n                     slave. Mentions Samuel Biddle, Watson, Dr. Gilmer, Martha Randolph, and Maria\n                     Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[512]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill pay Martha Carr the money from the execution of Wayles' representatives\n                     against Archibald Cary's estate. Account of Carr's debut in Albemarle Courts is\n                     flattering. References to Francis Eppes and Carter Page. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[513]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms of repayment of mortgage on Varina, land owned by Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., son of Colonel Randolph of Tuckahoe. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[514]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of goods shipped from France for Peter Derieux. Mentions John Vaughan.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[515]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransferral of William Short's government stock from Richmond and New York to\n                     Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[516]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransferral of William Short's government stock (U. S. loan office\n                     certificates) from New York and Richmond to Philadelphia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[517]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter for Mr. Mewbern of Richmond. Yellow fever epidemic in Philadelphia is\n                     over. Return of Congress and President Washington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[518]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for forwarding his orrery (astronomical instrument). Mentions David\n                     Randolph and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[519]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest that he deliver T. J.'s telescope to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[520]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInquiries as to T. J.'s health. Illness of Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr. Removal of\n                     T. J.'s furniture to Belvedere. Health of the \"colored part of the family.\"\n                     Purchase of T. J.'s horse, Tarquin. Mentions Maria Jefferson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[521]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting his salary for the quarter. Mentions possible removal of Congress to\n                     Lancaster, Pa., because of the yellow fever. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[522]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePatenting of the cotton gin. Its practicability. Mentions advertisement by\n                     Pearce of the Patterson Manufactory. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[523]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting that Taylor endorse a note for him and send it to John Kean.\n                     [George?] Wythe's money received. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[524]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes both Dover and Varina to stand as security for debt of Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., to Mr. LeRoy. Mentions Mr. Bayard. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[525]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment of $100. Congratulations on his resurrection (death reported in\n                     newspapers). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[526]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment of his debts and of Joseph Fenwick's draft. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[527]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for red clover seed for Elk Hill. Terms for the new overseer [at Elk\n                     Hill] the same as for Samuel Biddle. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[528]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney to be passed to the credit of Mrs. Carr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[529]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGift of the horse Tarquin. Letter to Archibald Stuart. Instructions for Samuel\n                     Biddle to get sheep from Stuart. Questions advisability of acting as his\n                     father's executor. Greetings to Martha and Maria. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[530]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of sheep at Staunton, to be sent to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., or to\n                     Samuel Biddle, overseer at Monticello. Stuart's offer of potatoes. France\n                     triumphant in the North. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[531]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT.J. expresses his concern for the imprisoned Lafayette and doubts that\n                     President Washington will have any influence in obtaining his release; regrets\n                     the loss of Madame de Corny's fortune in the Revolution; conveys dismay that\n                     Maria Cosway has retired to a convent; wishes Angelica and Kitty would come\n                     visit at Monticello; announces the marriage of his daughter Martha and his\n                     forthcoming retirement from politics and his joy at retiring to Monticello with\n                     his family, farm and books.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefusing his offer of quarters. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[532]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr. Dissatisfaction with terms of his will,\n                     drawn by John Harvie. Failure of Daniel Hylton to move T. J.'s furniture. Bond\n                     to Mr. LeRoy. Mentions James Brown, Martha Randolph, and Maria Jefferson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[533]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturn to Philadelphia of George Washington, Dr. and Mrs. Waters, and Mr.\n                     Trist. French triumphant. Revolution in Santo Domingo. Freneau's and Fenno's\n                     papers have been discontinued. Mentions Edmund Randolph, the Duke of Brunswick,\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Maria Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[534]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of money for acceptance of Martha Carr's drafts on T. J. (Enclosures:\n                     her drafts of 2 February and of 10 October 1793, in favor of William Austin and\n                     Mr. Myers, respectively.) \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[535]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppointment of Eli Alexander as overseer of Shadwell. Suggests he go via\n                     Richmond. Purchase of red clover seed. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. and\n                     Samuel Biddle. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[536]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Short's loan office certificates. Furniture for Monticello. Mentions\n                     Mr. Hague, John Hopkins, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[537]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShipment of threshing machine by the Ellica, Captain Waymouth.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[538]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Short's loan office certificates. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[539]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Short's loan office certificates. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[540]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRandolph's debts to Herman LeRoy. Horses for T. J.'s return to Monticello.\n                     Arrangements for Eli Alexander, overseer on east side of the Rivanna.\n                     Discontinuation of Freneau's and Fenno's newspapers. Important victories of the\n                     French. Toulon in enemy hands. Death of Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr. Mentions\n                     Maria, Samuel Biddle, Mr. Fitch, [Byrd] Rogers, Dabney Carr, Fredericksburg.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[541]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReplies to his letter of August 16th to President [George Washington]\n                     concerning the misfortunes of Lafayette, and assures him that the means most\n                     likely to effect his release have been employed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDirections for the making and repairing of watches and clocks.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[542]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment for the threshing machine. Truce established by Algiers, Portugal, and\n                     Holland. Letters to Messrs. Van Staphorst, Mr. Church, and Robert Leslie.\n                     Mentions ship George Barclay. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[543]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefusing to lend him money or to refer the solicitation to the President.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[544]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Letters from Martha and Maria. Mr. Watson\n                     makes writing desk. Saw Sally Cropper who was at Trenton at Mrs. Fullerton's\n                     house. Maid died of fever. Wants horse at Fredericksburg for his return to\n                     Monticello. Information regarding Eli Alexander of Elkton, who is to take\n                     charge of Shadwell farm under Byrd Rogers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[545]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Letters from Martha and Maria. Mr. Watson\n                     makes writing desk. Saw Sally Cropper who was at Trenton at Mrs. Fullerton's\n                     house. Maid died of fever. Wants horse at Fredericksburg for his return to\n                     Monticello. Information regarding Eli Alexander of Elkton, who is to take\n                     charge of Shadwell farm under Byrd Rogers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2531]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted bond for 108 pounds, 10 shillings, signed by John Depreast, Jr. and\n                     Daniel Perrow of Cambell County, Va.; not signed by TJ; witnessed by Bowling\n                     Clark and Barnerd Franklin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRed clover seed. Eli Alexander's departure. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[546]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShipment of books and furniture to Robert Gamble in Richmond. Order for a ton\n                     of nailrod. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[547]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDebt of the John Wayles estate to Mr. Welsh. Mentions Francis Eppes, an\n                     executor, and Farrell \u0026amp; Jones, creditors of the estate.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[548]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHorses for return to Monticello. Retirement from office is definite. Shipment\n                     of books and furniture. Printed copy of correspondence with Genet and Hammond\n                     to be sent soon. Relations with England and Spain. England has let loose the\n                     Algerians on us. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Maria Jefferson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[549]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eListing items received from John Hopkins, James Brown, and Patrick Kennon.\n                     Postscript memorandum to Short reports resignation as Secretary of State; to be\n                     succeeded by Edmund Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[550]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDelay in shipment of furniture. Gift of horse \"Tarquin.\" Edmund Randolph\n                     succeeds T. J. Arrangements for meeting horses at Fredericksburg. Mentions Mann\n                     Page and Peter Carr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[551]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for wine to be sent to Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[552]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShorts public bonds. New Secretary of State yet unnamed. Letter from Peyton\n                     Short. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[555]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragmentary reference to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Maria writes to Mr.\n                     Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2532]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoetry on verso. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2533]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCost of slave labor, referring to Buffon's tables, compared to cost of free\n                     labor in England, using Suffolk as example. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2533-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCase concerning Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr.'s mortgage on Varina, payable after\n                     his death by his son, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Deed for Poplar Forest to\n                     Martha Jefferson. Mentions David Ross. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[554]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRoad to the Thoroughfare. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2534, N-542]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSettlement of unidentified estate. Advising suit against Gen. Harrington as\n                     executor. Ignorance of North Carolina laws, judges, and courts. Infants' legal\n                     rights. Recourse open to federal district and supreme court of U.S.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2534-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePatents dependent on Virginia-Kentucky and Virginia-North Carolina boundary\n                     disputes. Mentions Walker Henderson Line. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[556]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s overseer lists 139 cattle and 203 hogs. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[557]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount with Donald and Burton from Charlottesville. Mentions Clow and Company.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2535]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCf. Betts, Garden Book, Plate XV. Shows boundary with river. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2536,\n                        N-543]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTaylor explains the mechanics of a drill plow which he is forwarding to\n                     Jefferson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Jones's Monroe papers omit deeds on R. and D. Randolph. John Marshall sent\n                     note on Guineaman. May go to Bedford. Receipt in John Randolph case. Mentions\n                     Elizabeth Wayles Eppes, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha, Mr. Wickham, Mr.\n                     Innes, Mr. and Mrs. Skipwith. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2537]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvises study of French with Martha Randolph. Plans sale of his law books.\n                     Martha Carr, Maria Jefferson, and Miss Cary mentioned. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[558]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for tea. Reference to [Joseph] Mussi. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[559]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange for Messrs. Van Staphorst includes money for Philip Mazzei.\n                     Request for prices of German and British osnaburg, cotton cloth, striped\n                     blankets, and plaid hose for slaves. Mentions Mr. Blair. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[560]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrees Hemings, son of Betty Hemings. Witnessed by Dabney Carr and John\n                     Nicholas. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2537-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDelay in returning Thomas Mann Randolph's wagon. Shipment of nailrod from\n                     Richmond. Asparagus for Martha. Mentions [Thomas] Bell and slaves Billy and\n                     Zachary. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[562]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrival of Billy. Difference of opinion between George Wythe and Edmund\n                     Pendleton on division of Dabney Carr's property and slaves after death of\n                     Barbara O. Carr. Portion due Peter Carr. Shipment of nailrod. Payment to John\n                     Taylor for drill-plow. References to Mr. Stras, John Harvie.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[563]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConference concerning attacks on freedom of speech. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[561]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe Dover sale. Request that Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., remit Mr. Stras' money\n                     to [Joseph] Mussi in Philadelphia. Shipment of nailrod, a drill-plow, and\n                     clover. Wheels for T. J.'s chariot. Wheat crop improved by cold weather. News\n                     of Anne and Thomas Jefferson Randolph, Mrs. Peter Marks, Dr. [George] Gilmer.\n                     Mentions Mr. Snelson and Maria Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[564]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of Thomas Jefferson Randolph. Cold weather. Hughes, overseer at Varina,\n                     should relieve Thomas Mann Randolph at Varina. [Bowling] Clarke reports short\n                     tobacco crop and loss of a horse. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[565]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClover seed. Cold weather. Arrival of a mule. Col. [Thomas] Bell's illness.\n                     Mentions Martha Randolph. Partly illegible. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[566]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCrisis regarding mortgage on Varina. References to Herman LeRoy and Dover\n                     plantation. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[567]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHammond introduces William Strickland to Jefferson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMay buy slave Nance from Mr. and Mrs. Hastings Marks. Wants Callis to arrange\n                     purchase. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2539]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Mr. Strickland. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[568]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of law books to be forwarded to Stuart at Staunton by Col. [Thomas] Bell.\n                     Requests Staunton clockmender for work on Monticello clocks. Mentions Dabney\n                     Carr. (List of books previously unpublished.) \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[569]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2540, N-544]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. writes to Remsen concerning the purchase of a machine for cutting nails,\n                     noting that he is finding \"nail making profitable and convenient ... and is ...\n                     getting more into it.\" He notes that he has a dozen hands already emplyed and\n                     expects to increase thier number. He concludes with a note about the\n                     possibility of the French making peace with their continental enemies and adds\n                     a postscript about some enclosed bills of exchange [not present].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBohemian glass. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2541]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites about being home with his family and wishes that she and her husband\n                     were nearby. Wishes to hear news of Catharine Church. Mentions that his\n                     daughter Martha Jefferson Randolph is absent and writing a letter to Maria\n                     Cosway.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of introduction for Mr. Peyton, merchant of Milton, to trade in\n                     Philadelphia. Barnes to send tea, glasses, tin plates, solder, and pure tin by\n                     Peyton. J. Bringhurst knows supply of pure tin. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2542]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for panes of glass for Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[570]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBanks's suit against T. J. as former governor of Virginia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2543]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant for 100 acres of land in Campbell County. Surveyed by Richard Smith\n                     (i.e., Stith). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[571]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of plat and surveyor's courses for 100 acres of land surveyed for T. J. in\n                     Campbell County. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[572]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePatent for 800 acres in Bedford County, a part of the Poplar Forest tract,\n                     surveyed for John Wayles by Richard Stith, 20 March 1770, and patented in the\n                     name of T. J., 1795. Plat shows adjoining lands belonging to Richard Callaway,\n                     William Callaway, and Mr. Moseby. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[573]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBread lists for Monticello, Mr. Petit, and Mr. Page. Labor lists for\n                     Monticello, Tufton, Shadwell, and Lego. General clothing list. Lists white\n                     workers Mr. Buck, Mr. Watson, Mr. Bailey. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2544]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of articles needed at Varina. Greetings to Maria and the children.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[574]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Payne's foreclosure of mortgage on Derieux's tenement leased from Wood.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[575]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Randolph's wagon. News of Thomas Jefferson Randolph. Depositions of the\n                     Shocko inspectors. Cold weather. Peter Carr at Philadelphia. References to\n                     Maria Jefferson and Anne Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[576]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrees Hemings, son of Betty Hemings. Witnessed by John Carr and Francis\n                     Anderson. Recorded by John Nicholas, Clerk, April Court, 1796.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2545]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCold weather; Randolph's affairs at Edgehill; scarcity of corn; payment of Mr.\n                     Divers; land grants in Bedford and Campbell Counties. Action regarding tobacco\n                     passed by Cobb (tobacco inspector) around 1786. Mr. Faris to pick up machine\n                     from Mr. Britton. Construction work (at Monticello?). References to Peter Carr,\n                     [Robert?] Gamble, and to Shadwell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[578]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Barnes to act for William Short in collecting interest on stock from the\n                     Treasury or Bank of the U.S. Witnessed by Thomas Bell, justice of the peace for\n                     Albemarle County; certified by John Nicholas. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2545-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMarriage of Captain Allcock to Mrs. [Mildred] Walker. Plowing at Monticello and\n                     Edgehill. Peas, clover, groceries at Monticello. References to [Thomas] Bell,\n                     Adrien Petit, Mr. Page, and Mr. Robertson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[579]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. reports that the blinds have arrived safely.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveying 400 acres of land on Hardware River in Albemarle County inherited\n                     from Peter Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[580]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAssignment to Mrs. Henderson by special Commissioners (William Clark, Robert\n                     Snelson, John Watson) of her dower in the estate of her husband, Bennett\n                     Henderson, deceased: profits of mill and warehouse, buildings and land, town\n                     lots at Milton. References to her son, John Henderson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[581]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurveyor's difficulty in keeping up with legislative changes.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[582]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosing draft of Nicholas' house plans. Needs good overseer.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[583]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo conveyance by Peter Jefferson recorded in Lunenburg County 1750 to 1757.\n                     Will search in Bedford and Halifax Counties. Pleased that Washington will not\n                     serve another term. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[584]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for window glass, paid for by draft on John Barnes.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[585]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCovering letter for an account with Henderson, McCaul \u0026amp; Co. Records\n                     receipts from James Brown, Christopher Clark, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[586]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment for window glass by draft on John Barnes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[587]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. asks Rutledge for 20 bushels of cowpeas, gives instructions on shipping\n                     to Charles Johnston \u0026amp; Co., Richmond and payment through John Barnes of\n                     Philadelphia, and discusses improvements he has made on the Lieth machine for\n                     threshing wheat in Virginia and rice in South Carolina. T. J. continues with a\n                     discussion of how much unmerited abuse and praise he has suffered in public\n                     service, his wish for retirement, the outcome of the election of 1796 which he\n                     knows Adams will win adding \"I know well that no man will ever bring out of\n                     that office the reputation which carries him into it. the honeymoon would be as\n                     short in that case as in any other, \u0026amp; it's moment of extasy would be\n                     ransomed by years of torment \u0026amp; hatred.\" He predicts he will live in\n                     peace while Adams will be shipwrecked in the gathering storm, but nevertheless\n                     urges Rutledge to continue in national public office for \"there is no bankrupt\n                     law in heaven by which you may get off with shillings in the pound, with\n                     rendering to a single state what you owed to the whole confederacy.\"\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2545-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis gift of bed ticks, sheets, and blankets now at [Thomas] Bell's. Thanks for\n                     eggplants. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[978]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of her friends, Miss Geddis and Miss McKain. Unable to provide Miss Bruni\n                     a place in his carriage. Permission to remain at Varina. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[588]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee Item 588. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2546]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpring earlier at Monticello than at Fredericksburg. Loneliness for Maria and\n                     Martha. Healthfulness of Monticello compared with Varina. References to Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr., and Billy Wood. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[589]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApologies to the militia captains for Thomas Mann Randolph's absence. Clover,\n                     mules, price of wheat. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[590]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIllegible copy dealing with tobacco. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[591]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePatent for 100 acres on Ivy Creek in Campbell County, adjoining Wilkerson,\n                     Johnson, Tullos. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[592]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWelcomes her home to her native country and comments that the agitations of\n                     Europe have reached even the United States. Inquires of Madame de Corny, Maria\n                     Cosway, and Catharine Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHer marriage to John Wayles Eppes. Offers Pantops. Can make road to Edgehill to\n                     make it close as Monticello. Congressional debates. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2547]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBox containing mammoth's tooth and another bone which Mr. Johnston has in\n                     Philadelphia. Tooth to be addressed to Prince of Parma, delivered to Yrujo,\n                     Spanish minister. Notes, one paid to Charles Johnston and Company. Mentions Mr.\n                     Short. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2548]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs repacking the enormous (fossil) tooth. Incloses invoice for sash doors and\n                     his account. Draft in favor of C. Johnson; W. and S. Keith's notes. Tobacco\n                     prices. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[593]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of Mr. Lote. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[594]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSanto Domingo revolt. Concern about slave revolts in U.S. Financing government\n                     in U.S. and Europe. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2549]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft on William Short's account. Yellow fever epidemic has emptied the city.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[596]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMarriage of Maria Jefferson and John Wayles Eppes. Will make settlement like\n                     that with Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. and Martha Jefferson Randolph. Rather than\n                     Poplar Forest, giving Pantops opposite Monticello. Angola exchange; interests\n                     in Bedford. Monticello roofing. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2553]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses power of attorney for Barnes to draw on William Short's dividends for\n                     payment to James Monroe in Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2549-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBinds Francis, Elizabeth Wayles, and John Wayles Eppes of Chesterfield and\n                     Thomas and Maria Jefferson. Francis Eppes conveys land at Bermuda Hundred on\n                     James River and at Martin's Swamp next to David Meade Randolph's land. T. J.\n                     conveys Pantops, formerly Smith land on Rivanna River in Albemarle, slaves,\n                     etc. Witnessed by Richard Richardson, Hugh Chisolm, and Matthew Toler.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2550]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBinds Thomas and Maria Jefferson of Albemarle and Francis, Elizabeth Wayles,\n                     and John Wayles Eppes of Chesterfield. T. J. conveys Angola on Appomattox\n                     River, Cumberland. Francis Eppes conveys Bermuda Hundred, Chesterfield. T. J.\n                     conveys Pantops, formerly Smith land, on Rivanna River, bounded by Lego,\n                     formerly Edwin Hickman land, and slaves. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2551]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s power of attorney confirmed. James Monroe's draft. Yellow fever\n                     epidemic. Letter to [James Thomson?] Callender. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[597]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of Maria's health. Greetings to Martha and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[598]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter for Mr. Henry. Mr. Blount and Mr. Beckley may read it.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2552]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2554]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters from John Wayles Eppes and Kitty Church. Discusses harmony in marriage.\n                     Mr. Bolling's drunkenness at Chestnut Grove. Virginia estates.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2555]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions Mrs. [James] Monroe, Madame de Corny's improved situation, and\n                     receiving a letter from Catharine Church. Comments on news from a Mr.\n                     Niemcewitz, a Polish gentleman, that Maria Cosway has thrown herself into\n                     religion since the loss of her daughter and other circumstances\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of his daughters, Maria\" Jefferson Eppes and Martha Jefferson Randolph.\n                     Invites her to Monticello.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJupiter reports theft at Monticello; York (slave) suspected. References to\n                     [Richard] Richardson, overseer at Monticello, and George (slave). Order for\n                     window glass and for the last edition of Linnaeus' Gerlera Plantarum.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[599]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived in Virginia letter about Fénelon's\n                     Télémachus. Edition equal to those from Europe.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2556]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Samuel H. Smith. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2557]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter delivered to General Kosciuszko. Possible war with France, whose\n                     attitude, like England's, threatens U. S. commerce. Kosciuszko disappointed at\n                     France's peace with Austria; had hoped his country would rise again.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[600]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eImportance of proper adjustment of both federal and state governments.\n                     Differences in Congress respecting comparative influence of the two.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[601]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMartha established at Belmont after move from Varina. Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                     has wheelwright, carpenter, smith, and other workmen. Mr. and Mrs. P. Carr\n                     visiting. Ellen's health. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2557-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeed for nailrod at Monticello's nail manufactory. Need for a journeyman\n                     blacksmith. Tobacco crop. References to slaves George, James, and Page.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[602]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Jefferson to handle letter. Mr. Page and George know how to handle seed\n                     when arrived at Charlottesville or Milton. Box for Mr. Strickland. French\n                     Directory acted against Philadelphia's English merchants.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2558]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of horses and mules. Mr. Hore [Browse] Trist unlikely to purchase\n                     [Nicholas?] Lewis' farm, since he prefers the country near Frederick County,\n                     Va., or Berkeley County, [W.] Va. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[603]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould make her private secretary at Monticello. Letter from John Wayles Eppes.\n                     Richmond mail. Orders for Quarrier to deliver chariot. May visit Eppington.\n                     Work at Monticello. Congress to adjourn late. Mr. Trist rents George Nicholas'\n                     house in Charlottesville. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2559]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussion of the XYZ Affair; Charles Talleyrand. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[604]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWork done by George at Monticello. XYZ Affair. Suspects Talleyrand's honesty.\n                     Tobacco prices. References to Wilson Cary Nicholas and Thomas Walker. T. J.'s\n                     return to Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[605]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShipment of trees and a harpsichord. Supply of lumber for work at Monticello.\n                     Tobacco and corn crops. Purchase of horses. Books by Lescarbot and Champlain.\n                     Accident to his horse Darlington. References to Davenport, George (slave), and\n                     to [Richard?] Richardson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[606]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePower of attorney. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2559-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to James Cary. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2560]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBequeaths property to T. J. to purchase slaves and give them liberty. See also\n                     1819 May 12 for T. J.'s refusal to execute will. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[607]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eXYZ Affair. Possibility of war. Cannot visit Eppington. Hopes John Wayles Eppes\n                     and Maria can go to Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[608]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Maria and John Wayles Eppes should go to\n                     Richmond from Monticello. Politics. Randolph children likely to forget T. J.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2561]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Mr. Eppes. Congress to adjourn. Wants Maria and John Wayles Eppes\n                     to go to Monticello. Harpsichord at Monticello. Mentions Eppington, Eppes\n                     family. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2562]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposed trip to Monticello. Trip to Petersburg and Shirley. Smallpox\n                     vaccination. Harpsichord at Monticello. Mentions Polly Archer, Mary J. Bolling,\n                     Martha J. Carr, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Bolling Walker, John Walker, and\n                     Tabby Walker. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[609]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of various letters. Forwards book by Lescarbot. Tobacco\n                     crop at Shadwell. George's difficulties in handling the slaves. People\n                     suspicious of Federal law empowering recruitment of army.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[610]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes to see Maria at Monticello. Maria's harpsichord in good condition.\n                     Reports from Charles C. Pinckney, John Marshall, and Elbridge Gerry on\n                     relations with France. Greetings to Mr. and Mrs. Francis Eppes and John Wayles\n                     Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[611]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetestable triumph of principles (Alien and Sedition Acts etc.) repugnant to T.\n                     J. Note for Mr. [Hore Browse?] Trist. Things are well at Belmont, Dunlora, and\n                     Carrsbrook. Medicines required. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[612]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSum due William Short from U.S. Treasury to be paid John Barnes. Mentions Bank\n                     of U.S. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2563]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses pleasure at Croft's letter on the German and English languages.\n                     Criticism of Johnson and Skinner as etymologists. Proposals for simplifying the\n                     study of Anglo-Saxon. Approves Croft's idea of a dictionary as a general index\n                     to literature. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[613]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAffirmation of principles of the Kentucky Resolutions. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[614]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhraseology of a paper concurring with the Kentucky Resolutions.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[615]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLucy has increased her family. Plans to set out for Philadelphia. News of John\n                     Wayles Eppes, Francis Eppes, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Ellen Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[616]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIllness resulting from trip to Philadelphia via Fredericksburg. Republican\n                     Party advances in the public mind. Greetings to Thomas Mann Randolph and the\n                     children. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[617]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnglish reasons for war with France. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2564]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecent illness. Plans for Monticello in the spring. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[618]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAssistant Postmaster General needs date of mail irregularity reported by\n                     Garrett and Mr. Watson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2565]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to John Francis. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2566]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChristmas festivities. All well at Monticello. Visit to George Dineer. Mentions\n                     Martha, Virginia, Nancy, and Ellen Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[619]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of lands at Bermuda Hundred and Martin's Swamp. Receipt from Mr. Page.\n                     Maria Eppes' health improving. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[620]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Mrs. Gardner, washer woman. Receipted by Jacob Lawrence for\n                     Mrs. Gardner. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2567]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePossible renting of his land at Bermuda Hundred. Advantages of the property.\n                     Poor quality tenants in that area. References to Monticello, Mont Blanco, Maria\n                     Eppes, and the Randolphs. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[621]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter by British packet. Logan's trip to France. John Barnes will pay funds\n                     due. Mentions Virginia, Hamburg, Paris, newspapers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2568]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Stevens Thomson Mason. Receipted by Richard Williams for\n                     Stevens Thomson Mason. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2569]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvising reason not rashness (regarding the Alien and Sedition laws).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[622]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeasures against the Alien and Sedition laws. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[623]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of Eppes' lands, and hiring of his slaves by Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                     Recruiting army for French war. Bill to retaliate on French citizens if French\n                     injure impressed seamen. Copy of [John?] Nicholas' pamphlet.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[624]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQuotes Ossian. Trip to Monticello. Eppington, via Fredericksburg and Richmond,\n                     too far. T. J. thinks she is at Montblanco. Letter to John Wayles Eppes.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2570]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDuplicates item 2570. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2571]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePetitions from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York against standing armies\n                     and the Alien and Sedition Acts. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[625]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eToo ill to go to Philadelphia. Pendleton's republican ideas to be published in\n                     Richmond. Virginia politics. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2572]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMartha Randolph has arrived from Belmont. Attempts to make Monticello\n                     habitable. Hopes for visit from Maria. Mentions John Wayles Eppes.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[626]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubscriptions to U. S. Government loan of five millions. William Short's\n                     certificates. Good for Monticello, including linseed oil, sweet oil, figs and\n                     raisins, sash doors, cloverseed, groceries, and books, shipped aboard the Sloop\n                     Little Jim. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[627]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMyers' account of his travels in France not available in Philadelphia. Payment\n                     of drafts for T. J. and William Short. Scrip is down. Goods and bill of\n                     exchange sent to General Kosciuszko in care of Messrs. Nicholas and Jacob Van\n                     Staphorst and Hubbard via the ship Stadt Hamburgh, Capt. Heer Sjoerds. Planes,\n                     saws, plants, coffee, and rice ready for Sloop Sally, Capt. E. Potter.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[628]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvoices enclosed. Plants for Monticello. Letter for [Benjamin F.] Bache.\n                     Payment to Joseph Roberts. Reference to Mr. Bartram. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[629]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGoods, bills of exchange, and letters for General Kosciuszko shipped aboard the\n                     Stadt Hamburgh, to Van Staphorst \u0026amp; Hubbard. Mentions [William?]\n                     Adamson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[630]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoubts he can visit Eppington. Work done by Page on J. W. Eppes' land. News of\n                     Peter Carr, Samuel Carr, Dr. and Mrs. [Benjamin F.] Bache, Champe Carter,\n                     Dupont de Nemours, and Ellen Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[631]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificates for William Short. Chimney piece in charge of Mr. Dorsey. Letter\n                     enclosed from [Tench] Coxe. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[632]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGrievances of people of Charlottesville and Milton to go to Mr. Divers.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2573]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount with T. J. Payment to Joseph Roberts. Tobacco prices falling.\n                     Recommends barter of tobacco for clothes. Great risks involved in shipments to\n                     Europe. Scarcity of money. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[633]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCrop prospects poor. Has given Page corn for Eppes' slaves and horses until\n                     harvest. Urges early visit to Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[634]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2574]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Dr. David Jackson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2575]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Brand's patent for 1,000 acres of land. Doors made for T. J. by Mr. Trump.\n                     Nailrod from Joseph Roberts. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[635]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveying 669 acres of land in Goochland County, including Elkhill, which T. J.\n                     had purchased from Henry and Anne Skipwith. Witnessed by David Bullock, Elisha\n                     Leak, Lilburne Lewis, Randolph Lewis, and James Martin. Recorded by W. Miller,\n                     Clerk of Goochland County. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[636]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussed Kentucky-Virginia resolutions with Madison. Persuaded by Madison to\n                     omit references to secession. Loss of John Nicholas and visit of John Marshall\n                     to Kentucky create problems. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2576]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for payment to George Jefferson \u0026amp; Co. for $500.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWitnessed by James Dinsmore, Robert Bolling, and Richard Richardson. Mentions\n                     Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2577]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLease for a part of Shadwell for five years, the rent to be paid in gold or\n                     silver money. No field to be sown in corn more than one year; each field to lie\n                     fallow or be sown in peas or clover for two years. Witnessed by Robert Bolling,\n                     James Densmore, and Richard Richardson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[638]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongratulations on [Thomas] McKean's election [as Governor of Pennsylvania].\n                     Republican party in Pennsylvania. Reformation of Congress at least two years\n                     away. Protagonists of England and France in Congress. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[639]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOliver Ellsworth and James Iredell working toward a monarchy through common law\n                     doctrine. Washington's attitude. French misfortunes and British aggressions.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[640]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Haden to guide Chickasaw Indians to see Governor in Richmond.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2578]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eKentucky Resolutions. Popular opposition to the Alien and Sedition laws.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[641]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[William] Woods defeated Peter Carr in election. [Wilson C.?] Nicholas and T.\n                     J. delayed by snow. News of Eppes' slaves. Agrees to engage Powell (as\n                     overseer?). Reference to Mr. and Mrs. Francis Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[642]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveying his share of Bennett Henderson's estate, excepting his interest in a\n                     mill and a lot and house in Milton. Witnessed by Marbell Camden, William\n                     Gambill, and Bennett [H.] Henderson. John Henderson's bond for James\n                     Henderson's performance of contract, 28 December 1799, witnessed by Thomas\n                     Concord and John Agg. Woodson's assignment of his title to Craven Peyton, 25\n                     April 1801, witnessed by Samuel H. Woodson and Bred. Gaines. (See letter from\n                     Jefferson to Peyton regarding purchase of Woodson's share 15 January 1801).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[643]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn same sheet as \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2706]\u003c/bibref\u003e, 1805 March 26.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2579]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Short's U.S. Treasury account payable to John Barnes.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2580]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWheat crop. Mentions Mr. Donald and Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2581]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSolution of a geometrical problem from Jonathan Williams' \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eThermometrical Navigation.\u003c/title\u003e\u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[644]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Tench Coxe. Receipted by Ezekiel Foreman for Tench Coxe.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2582]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBirth of Maria's daughter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[645]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHoudon's equestrian statue of Washington in the Capitol at Richmond. Prices in\n                     Paris, Rome, and Florence. Mentions sculptor Ceracchi.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2582-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrites fond remembrances of her visits, and mentions his daughters Martha\n                     Jefferson Randolph and Mary Jefferson Eppes and that the latter has become a\n                     mother.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFactors involved in low tobacco prices. Possibilities of peace in Europe.\n                     Subscription to newspapers and to prices current. Yellow fever epidemics.\n                     Gouverneur Morris' oration on the death of George Washington.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[646]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eKentucky Resolutions. Judiciary district for the West. Fear for republicanism\n                     in France. References to Napoleon Bonaparte and the Directory.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[647]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends book by Joseph Priestley. Discussion of Augustin Barruel's Antisocial\n                     Conspiracy. Religious and philosophical doctrines of Wishaupt, Godwin, and\n                     Morse. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[648]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eImportance of minority rights with majority rule. Danger of a military force.\n                     Bonaparte's overthrow of the French Constitution. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[649]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of his coachman, Jupiter, at Fredericksburg. Orders for bottling cider.\n                     Mentions [Richard] Richardson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[650]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaria's illness; attended by Dr. Turpin. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[651]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Maurice Rogers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2583]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to John Hawkins. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2584]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Maria's child. Failure of the mails. Plans to visit her on the way to\n                     Monticello. Inquiries about her health. References to Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., and John Wayles Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[652]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaria's illness. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[653]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2585]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eParliamentary irregularities of Continental Congress and U.S. House of\n                     Representatives. Senate better. Encloses text of T. J. \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eA\n                        Manual of Parliamentary Practice\u003c/title\u003e for Wythe's corrections.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2586]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnvoys at Lisbon. Sell tobacco to Mr. Lieper, not to French. Bordeaux and\n                     London prices. West Indies stock. John Barnes to pay draft. New York market.\n                     Congress to adjourn. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2587]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains how the proceeds from his annual tobacco crop are used to pay his\n                     supply merchant in Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor nails received from [Richard] Richardson by Carr and Thomas Bell.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[654]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNails and brads delivered by R. Richardson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2588]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAversion to ceremony and wish to avoid newspaper publicity. Visit to Eppington.\n                     Progress of good sense and Republicanism. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[655]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSent box of plants and plaster of Paris. Instructions for construction at\n                     Monticello. Horses to meet him at Eppington. References to Davy Bowles,\n                     Nicholas Lewis, Reuben Perry, and Mr. Short. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[656]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans for trip to Monticello via Eppington or Mont Blanco. References to John\n                     Wayles Eppes, Francis Eppes, Martha Randolph, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[657]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaria's health restored. T. J.'s trip to Mont Blanco. Mr. Powell has agreed to\n                     go to Monticello (as overseer?). Reference to Miss Church. Death of [John?]\n                     Bolling. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[658]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit against D. Mossis, involving James Ross, Mr. Skitt, P. Cours, and Colonel\n                     Morrir. Lilly's efficiency as overseer. Wheat crop, fruit, and sheep in good\n                     condition. [Richard] Richardson's work on T. J.'s apartment. Ursula's illness\n                     due to poisons of the \"Buckingham Negro conjuror.\" Forwards sheeting samples.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[659]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses arrangements to have horses sent from Monticello to the home of John\n                     Wayles Eppes, where he intends to rest for a few days.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccountwith John Barnes, his commission agent and financial manager.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[670]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCovering an account. Packages in the hands of Mr. Sheaff. Shipment of goods\n                     including china and oil. Eight per cent stock looking up. Purchase of\n                     government stock for William Short, Tadeusz Kosciuszko, and T. J. Medicine from\n                     Dr. Jackson. References to Mr. Stewart (Gilbert Stuart?) and G. Simpson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[660]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccountwith John Barnes, his commission agent and financial manager.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[670]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDisapproves of Union dinner. Disregard of Chase's accusations of atheism.\n                     Callender should be defended. Arrival of treaty from France. Reference to\n                     Dupont. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[661]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCompany's account, signed by James Lyle, covering T. J.'s payments from 4 March\n                     1790 to 12 November 1798 on his bond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[662]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDr. and Mrs. [William] Bache, and Mrs. Monroe are in the neighborhood. The\n                     \"Forte piano\" has arrived. Murder of Birch [Samuel Burch] by George Carter.\n                     Heavy wheat crop. Hopes for visit from Maria and John Eppes.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[663]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange for Van Staphorst \u0026amp; Hubbard. T. J.'s chairs\n                     misdirected to [James?] Brown for Col. [Samuel J.?] Cabell. References to Mrs.\n                     Ratcliffe and [J.] Letchworth. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[664]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrancis Eppes' accident. Money required by Francis Eppes as security for Daniel\n                     Hylton. Maria Eppes mentioned. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[665]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePost script dated September 17 explains that T. J. believed original document\n                     miscarried, thus he his sending a duplicate. Architectural plan for Nicholas'\n                     house. Peter Carr's plan. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2588-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForwarding an account. Discounts at the Bank of Pennsylvania. Bill of exchange\n                     to Van Staphorst \u0026amp; Hubbard for the credit of \"P. M.\" Has acquired new\n                     house and store. Government stock for Tadeusz Kosciuszko, William Short, and J.\n                     B. Reference to Mrs. Ratcliffe, [John] Richards, S. T. Mason.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[666]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccountwith John Barnes, his commission agent and financial manager.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[670]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Randolph, whom Boardly knew in England, holds marriage contract annuity\n                     payable by Peter Randolph, Peyton Randolph, and Philip Grymes. Peter Randolph's\n                     estate insolvent. Edmund Randolph is Peyton Randolph's heir. Suit filed against\n                     Philip Grymes, who can claim against Edmund Peyton, who cannot pay.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2589]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTJ has refused to accept a gift of two casks of wine from [Josef] Yznardi as he\n                     accepts no presents in office. TJ will pay for the wine and asks Smith to\n                     forward the casks to Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson. TJ congratulates Smith on the\n                     \"triumphs of republicanism\" in Baltimore adding that the \"spirit of 76 had\n                     never left the people....\" He assures Smith that whether or not he wins the\n                     presidency the republicans will have a majority in the House of Representatives\n                     which \"will keep the government from running wild....\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s accommodations at Mr. Conrade's. Nautical Almanacs ordered. Pamphlet\n                     regarding C. C. P[inckney]. References to Messrs. Langdon, Baldwin, and Brown.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[667]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrice of handkerchiefs. Reference to Mr. Munn. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[668]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests that Samuel Woodson replace Nathaniel Perkins as postmaster at\n                     Goochland Court House. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[669]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccountwith John Barnes, his commission agent and financial manager.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[670]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to study in Europe as did John Trumbull. Prefers diplomatic post in\n                     France to one in Italy. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2590]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongress assembled. Housing costs more than at Philadelphia. Senate opposition\n                     to French treaty. Judiciary. Territorial governments. Votes of Vermont,\n                     Kentucky, Tennessee uncertain. Republican candidates have more votes than\n                     Federalists, Mr Adams and Mr. Pinckney. Mr. Powell builds nailery. Mentions\n                     Col. Burr, Maria, and Edgehill. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2591]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccountwith John Barnes, his commission agent and financial manager.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[670]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists Monticello, Thornton Gap, Ruffner's, Cunningham's Mill, Rockfish Gap,\n                     Kennerley's, Madison's Cove, Jones's, Gilbert's, Narrow Passage, Rappidan,\n                     Robinson River, Brown's Culpeper Court House, Hedgeman River, Fauquier Court\n                     House, Germantown, [Pa.?], Widow Nevill's, West's Ordinary, Leesburg,\n                     Knowland's Ferry, Zane's, Winchester, Threetons, McCormack's, Harper's Ferry,\n                     Frederictown, [Md.?], Bentley's. Taverns listed, Leesburg: McEntire's, Indian\n                     King; Frederictown: Crush's, Sycamore Tree; Tawney Town: Mrs. Charlton's,\n                     Caleb's, Bacchus and Threetons; Petersburg: Kurtz's, The Swan; McAllister's\n                     Town: Rhenegher's; Yorktown: White's, Sign of the Lemon; Lancaster: Rickhart's,\n                     The Bear. Other towns: Alexandria, Colchester, Dumfries, Lansdowne, Elkrun\n                     Church, Piscotaway, Port Tobacco, Howe's Ferry, Port Royal, Bowling Green,\n                     Hanover Court House, Goodall's, Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2592]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2593]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlan for crop rotation--wheat, corn, and rye--for the years 1800-1804.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[671]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNot executed by Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-390]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThese notes are from ca. 1800, as the remodeling of Monticello is mentioned in\n                     the notes. These drawings, however, are not for Monticello, but for a house in\n                     town, probably Philadelphia. These drawings were evidently modified and\n                     submitted to James Barbour for Barboursville in 1817 as stated by Kimball.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-4a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-409]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily's health good. Lilly's difficulties in hiring workers. Arrival of [John]\n                     Craven, new overseer. Work done at Monticello in clearing fields and in the\n                     nailery. Problems of handling the slaves. Mentions Mr. Powell and [Richard]\n                     Richardson, overseers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[672]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVisit to Mount Vernon. Enquiries about Maria from Martha Washington and Mrs.\n                     Lewis. Election of 1800. Colonel Burr's conduct honorable. Family meetings at\n                     Monticello and in Washington planned. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[673]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney for T. J. in check and cash. Reference to John Richards.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[674]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMartha's illness. Lilly making up a gang. Clover, peas, turnips for the garden.\n                     Turnips required to feed sheep. Election to be decided in the House of\n                     Representatives. Reference to Cornelia Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[675]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. writes regarding the payment he made Trumbull for a double pair of prints\n                     which he paid with an order on Leroy and Bayard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccountwith John Barnes, his commission agent and financial manager.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittance to Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson. Credit to William Short's account.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[676]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests Peyton to purchase shares of Henderson estate for T. J. in Peyton's\n                     name. Survey of line between T. J.'s land and the Henderson land. Equal vote\n                     for Republican candidates in the election of 1800. References to Colle, [John]\n                     Watson, and [Robert] Snelson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[677]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApologizes for long delay in writing. Offers to purchase his land near\n                     Lynchburg. Report that T. J. cast deciding vote in nomination of bankrupt\n                     son-in law of Adams, Joshua Johnston, as postmaster. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[678]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Short's account. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[679]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends two pairs of black silk stockings. References to Mr. Pickford and Mr.\n                     Latimore. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[680]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefuses to sell Poplar Forest. Justifies his vote for Joshua Johnston.\n                     References to John Adams and George Washington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[681]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMartha's illness. Anne Randolph's disposition. Election thrown into the House\n                     of Representatives. Comments on visitors who refuse to confine themselves to\n                     visiting hours. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[682]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComing election. Dinsmore's account. Mentions Lillie [Gabriel Lilly?] and Dr.\n                     Bache. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2594]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSalary payments when he changes position on March 4. Urges that T. J. draw on\n                     him if necessary. Accounts with William Short and Tadeusz Kosciuszko.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[683]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElection still deadlocked. Denies personal ambition, but wishes to bring\n                     government back to republican principles. Plans for trip to Monticello.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[684]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of John R. Kerr's and Tucker Woodson's shares of the Bennett Henderson\n                     estate. Election concluded. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[685]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Tyler took letter to Maria. Eppes family at Monticello. Bedford stock.\n                     Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson to pay for horses. Horses from Dr. Walker, Mr. Bell,\n                     and Mr. Haxall. Cost of Presidency. Col. Hoomes's horses. Federalists weak.\n                     Senate may reject nominations. No European news. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2595]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. states he does not know the price of journeymen in D.C., but expects\n                     there will be more work in D.C. than Philadelphia. T. J. has engaged someone\n                     else to do his own brick or stone work, therefore, he would have no employment\n                     for Richardson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGlad of his explanation of Joshua Johnston's appointment. Congratulations on\n                     his election to presidency. Asks for appointment to office.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[686]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStressing harmony and unity, the value of Republican principles, need for wise\n                     and frugal, but not too powerful, government. Outlines the essential principles\n                     of our government. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[687]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeasures relative to the Navy. Postpones answer to Smith's letter regarding a\n                     consulship for William Buchanan. References to James Madison, Albert Gallatin.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[688]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Barnes wrote about Kosciuszko's financial affairs. Bank stock converted to\n                     U.S. government loan. Republican majority. Land for Kosciuszko near Monticello.\n                     Mentions Mr. Dawson and Mr. Pichon. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2595-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveying Isham Henderson's share of Bennett Henderson's estate to James L.\n                     Henderson, and from him to Craven Peyton. Witnesses: Dan Richarson, Abraham\n                     Grove, John McLean, and William Clark. Confirmation of deed by Isham upon his\n                     coming of age, 6 June 1804. Certification by Matthew Flournoy and Thomas Given,\n                     Justices of the Peace of Shelby County, Ky., by James Craig, Clerk of Shelby\n                     County, Ky., and by Isaac Ellis, Presiding Justice of the Peace of Shelby\n                     County. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[689]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveys personal and public news. Topics include his health; Mazzei's marriage;\n                     a humorous comment on marriage in general; vetches; cymling and squash seeds,\n                     with a suggestion for hybridizing; the sale of Colle; the poverty of an old\n                     friend; Bishop James Madison and his new cabinet officers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRejoicing over the victory of the Republican Party. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[690]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe will of the people is the only legitimate foundation of government.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[691]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProbably owned by T. J.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuggesting temporary acceptance of the post of Secretary of the Navy. Factors\n                     involved in the appointments of [William] Kilty, [Wilson Cary] Nicholas, and\n                     James Wilkinson. Importance of civilian control of the military. References to\n                     [Gabriel] Duval. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[692]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConsultation regarding the Navy Department. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[693]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on being elected to the presidency of the United States: \"The post is\n                     not enviable, as it affords little exercise for social affections. There is\n                     something within us which makes us wish to have things conducted in our own\n                     way, and which we generally fancy to be patriotism. This passion is gratified\n                     by such a position.\" Mentions that Maria Jefferson Eppes and Martha Jefferson\n                     Randolph are pregnant.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConstitution will be administered according to the will of the founders.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[694]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges congratulations on election. Will uphold Constitution for good of\n                     people. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2596]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrip to Monticello. Purchase of horses from Dr. Walker, [Thomas] Bell, Mr.\n                     Haxall, or Dr. Shore. Draft on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson. [John] Dawson's\n                     mission to France. Robert R. Livingston appointed minister to France. Adams'\n                     midnight appointments. Policy with respect to removal of incumbents from\n                     office. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[695]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInformation regarding T. J.'s accounts with Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson, Rapin\n                     \u0026amp; Co., Mr. Carpenter, S. H. Smith, and [James?] Stewart. References to\n                     Joseph Dougherty and the Bank of Columbia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[696]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDefends himself against brother's charge of lack of delicacy in requesting an\n                     appointment to office. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[697]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePaid by bill of exchange. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2598]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily at Edgehill well. Nancy Jefferson's marriage to Charles Lewis. Purchase\n                     of horses. New British Admiralty Courts in Jamaica and the Windward Islands\n                     will relieve U. S. of British spoliation. References to Martha Randolph and\n                     Maria Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[698]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to Mr. Eppes about horses at Bermuda Hundred. Davy Bowles comes for\n                     them. John works for Lilly; Goliah is gardener. Invites her to Washington.\n                     Bacon to arrive from Bedford before she reaches Monticello.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2599]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill send the copper sheeting for Monticello roof. James Madison may rent Mr.\n                     [John?] Marshall's dwelling. Mentions [John] Richards, Gibson \u0026amp;\n                     Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[699]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNavy Department matters. Appointments. Letters from St. George Tucker regarding\n                     Captain Cowper. Letter from [Stephen] Sayre regarding a purchase on Long\n                     Island. Letter from General [Alexander] Spotswood. Necessity of silence\n                     regarding appointments. Mentions John Adams and Benjamin Stoddert.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[700]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBreaking in of horses bought for T. J. Plans for the summer at Monticello.\n                     References to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha Randolph, Maria Eppes, Frances\n                     Eppes I, the Trist family, Martin (slave), and Davy (slave).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[701]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElection of Peter Carr. Purchase of fish. Birth of Samuel Carr's son.\n                     References to Overton Carr and Dolly Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[702]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePaid by John Barnes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2600]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayments to Mr. Peale, Colonel Hoomes, and Mr. Rapin. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[703]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for milk and cream. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[758]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck for and address of James Stewart, Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[704]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Joseph Rapin. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2601]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Colin C. Wills. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2602]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning T. J.'s account with Barnes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[705]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturning thanks for their congratulations on his election. Safety rests with\n                     preservation of union, with powers divided between state and federal\n                     governments. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[706]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePleasant society in Washington. Visit by Mr. and Mrs. Madison. Meeting of the\n                     Eppes, Randolphs, and T. J. at Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[707]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFavors simple etiquette in correspondence between the President and governors.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[708]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClearance papers for the Ship Venus, Capt. Samuel Bunce, bound for Liverpool,\n                     countersigned by James Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[709]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClearance papers for Schooner Maria, Joseph Storey, captain, bound for St.\n                     Sebastians, countersigned by James Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[710]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMartha and the children. George Jefferson's account of work at Bermuda Hundred.\n                     Lilly has begun work on the canal. Request by a Mr. Dillon to collect pine\n                     knots on T. J.'s land on the Hardware River. Reference to [John] Craven and\n                     Christopher Hudson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[711]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests money in U.S. bills. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2602-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDirections for safe journey to Monticello for Maria. Satisfaction with horses\n                     purchased from Dr. [John] Shore and Mr. Haxall. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[712]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily meeting at Monticello. Storm destroyed skylights at Monticello.\n                     Charlottesville and Milton damaged. Mrs. Randolph and Mrs. Lilburn Lewis had\n                     trouble with Martha Jefferson Carr about T. J.'s stockings.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2603]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[758]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to John Wayles Eppes. Maria's trip to Monticello. Martha well. Hail\n                     storm broke windows at Edgehill. Broken skylights at Monticello. Wants Maria\n                     and Martha to come to Washington in fall. Mentions Mrs. Eppes and Eppington.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2604]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppointment of Mr. Buchanan as consul to the isles of France and Bourbon.\n                     Midnight appointments. Navy Department offered to John Langdon. News of arrival\n                     of the ships General Greene and John Adams. References to appointments of\n                     Messrs. [John M.?] Forbes, [William?] Lewis, and Stacey. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[713]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Eppes and Mr. Randolph's harvest; wheat prices; threshing machine; storm in\n                     Albemarle. Messages for Anne and Ellen Randolph. Cucumbers and raspberries not\n                     yet on the market. References to Maria Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[714]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[758]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[758]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[758]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting appointment of Dr. John K. Read of Norfolk to supply medicine to\n                     marines or army. Note by T. J.: \" . . . not a man . . .deserves countenance\n                     less than Dr. Reade . . . .\" \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[715]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for funds to be sent via Thomas Walker. Division of the Henderson\n                     estate delayed until T. J. arrives. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[716]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eControversy regarding dismantling of the Berceau. References to Colonel\n                     Habersham and Benjamin Stoddert. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[717]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[758]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends money by Thomas Walker. Expects to he home soon. Sorry J[ohn?] Henderson\n                     did not sell his shares. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[718]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVisit by the Eppes and Randolphs to Monticello. Smallpox vaccination. Sends\n                     some music. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[719]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. requests fruit and books to be included in a previous order of groceries\n                     to be shipped to Richmond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[758]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Mrs. Ariana Jenings Randolph. Unable to spare the time to act as\n                     guardian to the grandchildren. References to [Philip Ludwell?] Grymes, John\n                     Randolph (1727-1784), and [Robert?] Gourslay. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[720]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s groceries and plaster of Paris aboard the sloop Abigail and Rebecca.\n                     Payment by John Richards on T. J.'s account to Dr. Jackson and Mr. Mercire for\n                     syrup of punch. Purchase of figs, raisins, almonds, looking glasses. References\n                     to Mr. Rapin and Mr. Conrad. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[721]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInterest and dividend on government stock. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[722]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter covering his account; purchase of public stock; letter for Peyton Short.\n                     Enclosure: Account recording debit and credit entries from 15 May to 31 July\n                     1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[723]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlasterers for Monticello. Letter from Mr. Rapin regarding \"old LaMair\"\n                     (Etienne LeMaire). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[724]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMiller writes concerning the construction of a lighthouse on Faulkner's Island.\n                     He discusses exploration of the island for a suitable site, submission of\n                     proposals, alterations in the plan to bring down construction costs, the\n                     selection of a Mr. Woodward of Connecticut who offered to face the structure\n                     with hewn stone, and the delayed completion of the work. Both Gallatin and T.\n                     J. have signed their approval of the proposed construction\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransmitting official papers via a tourist, Mrs. Tudor of Boston\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[725]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVicissitudes of the plasterers for Monticello: Mr. King in jail for debt; Mr.\n                     Martin Wairscher unable to collect an account and with a new wife. Books, dry\n                     fruits, almonds, glass tumblers, plaster of Paris for T. J. Eyeglasses for Mrs.\n                     Conrad. Visit from [David] Higginbotham. References to John Richards and Mr.\n                     Rapin. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[726]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGoods for T. J. Receipt from the James River Canal Co. for William Short.\n                     Purchase of government stocks for Short. Advises that Jefferson buy stock.\n                     References to Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson, Mr. Andrews, [Joseph] Dougherty,\n                     [John?] Hanson, Etienne LeMaire, Mr. Rapin, and Martin Wairscher.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[727]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExperiment regarding cowpox. Payment of the servants (at the Executive\n                     Mansion?) by Mr. Rapin. Marriage of Frederick and Molly (slaves?). Receipt of\n                     T. J.'s salary, portions of which are assigned to Mr. M. and to the Bank of\n                     Columbia. Reference to [Etienne] LeMaire. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[728]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to E. Lemaire. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2605]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuggests that [Joseph] Dougherty bring T. J.'s new chariot and harness, made by\n                     Conrad Hanse, from Philadelphia to Washington. Information given to Dr. Edwards\n                     respecting Mr. Stewart's (i.e. Gilbert Stuart) portrait. Failure of John\n                     Richards to ship window glass or sheeting. Receipt of T. J.'s salary from the\n                     Treasury. References to Mr. Donath, [Etienne] LeMaire, Mr. Rapin, and Mr.\n                     Taylor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[729]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill give strength to rights of states reserved to them and will keep powers of\n                     the executive within a safe line. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[730]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayments to Mr. Carpenter and Mr. Gilpin by Mr. Rapin. Payment to Conrad Hanse\n                     for harness and chariot and to Gilbert Stuart for the portrait of T. J.\n                     Accounts with Messrs. Robert and Jones. Drafts on the Bank of the U. S.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[731]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting a pardon for his son-in-law, Mr. Dotton. References to Judge William\n                     Paterson and Aaron Ogden. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[732]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[Joseph] Dougherty's trip to Philadelphia to get T. J.'s chariot from Conrad\n                     Hanse. Payments to Conrad Hanse by Brown, Rives \u0026amp; Co.'s draft on Walker\n                     \u0026amp; Kennedy of Philadelphia. Payments to Roberts \u0026amp; Jones, and Mr.\n                     Carpenter. Account with Mr. Sheaff. Dr. Edwards' information regarding Mr.\n                     Stuart. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[733]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeclaration by Peyton that he holds in trust for T. J. the lands purchased from\n                     John R. and Sarah Kerr, James L. Henderson, Isham Henderson, and Charles\n                     Henderson, their shares in the estate of Bennett Henderson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[734]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCovering a statement of payments to be made to Bank of Columbia, Mr. Harris,\n                     Mr. Rapin, J. Roberts, William Sheaff, and Mr. Taylor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[735]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLands divided among Eliza, Isham, Lucy, Charles, Bennett H., James L. Frances,\n                     John, Sarah, and Nancy Henderson. Returned to the Albemarle County Court by\n                     David Anderson, David Higingbotham (i.e. Higginbotham), and John Lewis,\n                     Commissioners. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[736]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. fortunate in balloting for lots in Bennett Henderson estate. James L.\n                     Henderson who got the mill seat can be bought out. Disposition of houses\n                     occupied by [Marcy?] Thorp and Faris. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1008]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittance of Craven Peyton's post notes, which are passed conveniently.\n                     Mentions John Watson, David Higginbotham, Mr. Heath, and Mr. Davison.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[737]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment for the Bennett Henderson estate land. Requests exact statement of all\n                     shares and a plat of the property. Instructions regarding future purchasers.\n                     Descriptions and forms for the deeds of James L. Henderson, Isham Henderson,\n                     Charles Henderson, and John R. Kerr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[738]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange for hat and value of jacket to Edward Lemaire.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2606]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum regarding T. J.'s accounts, with references to Mr. Rapin, Mr.\n                     Andrews, Dr. Edward, and [Gilbert?] Stuart. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[739]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Joseph Dougherty. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2607]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClearance papers for the Brig James, William Fairchild master, sailing from New\n                     Haven, Conn., to Dominica. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[740]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of shares in the Bennett Henderson estate. Instructions about\n                     Shadwell. References to John R. Kerr, J[ohn?] Henderson, James L. Henderson,\n                     [Dabney] Carr, and [William] Woods. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[741]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for $206 for T. J.'s chariot and harness. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[742]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePatent for 2,000 acres of land between the Little Miami and the Scioto Rivers,\n                     to Peyton, assignee of William Washington. Grant given in consideration of\n                     Washington's military service in the Revolution, a part of Military Warrant No.\n                     2263. Countersigned by James Madison. #744 on verso. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[743]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePatent for 2,000 acres of land between the Little Miami and Scioto Rivers, to\n                     Washington, assignee of William Washington. Grant given in consideration of\n                     William Washington's military service in the Revolution, a part of Military\n                     Warrant No. 2263. Countersigned by James Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[744]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for looking glasses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeclines T. J.'s offer of money to clear Bedford County lands. Plans to build\n                     at Pantops where he has sown bearded wheat. Work on pecan trees by Gabriel\n                     Lilly. Health of Maria and her son. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[745]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions to rent Shadwell. References to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and to\n                     Thomas Eston Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[746]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInquiries about her health and the little boy's. Recommends Mrs. Suddarth as a\n                     nurse. Proposal to Mr. Eppes regarding Pantops and Poplar Forest. Hopes they\n                     will stay at Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[747]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill not reply to letter from Denniston \u0026amp; Chatham regarding Duane case.\n                     States his position on the unconstitutionality of Alien and Sedition laws.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2607-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDisposal of notes of Bank of Columbia which is in serious crisis. Reference to\n                     Col. C. L. Lewis. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[748]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia notes. Renting of Shadwell. Plat of the Henderson lands made\n                     by William Wood. Contracting to supply Miltonians with firewood. Reference to\n                     Thomas Eston Randolph and William Davenport. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[750]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to E. Lemaire. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2608]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to E. Lemaire. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2609]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIllness of Ellen, Cornelia, and Virginia Randolph, and Francis Eppes.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[749]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport from T. J.'s overseer: division of Poplar Forest with John W. Eppes and\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.; corn, wheat, and tobacco crops; beef and hogs\n                     killed; Thomas Whittinton's and Bowling Clarke's share of the profits.\n                     Reference to Brown \u0026amp; Co. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[751]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to E. Lemaire. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2610]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeeding their share in the Rennett Henderson estate (with certain exceptions).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[752]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlat of the land in Milton or elsewhere in Albemarle County. The shares of the\n                     heirs labeled by T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[753]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeasing of Shadwell to William Davenport. Purchase of John, Bennett H., and\n                     Nancy Henderson's shares of the Bennett Henderson estate.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[754]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Wanscher at Monticello. Mr. Perry brings timber. Peace between Great\n                     Britain and France. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2611]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to E. Lemaire. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2612]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Joseph Dougherty. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2613]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. unable to pay for Madeira wine. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2613-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGift of a ham. Quotes Jonathan Swift on gifts. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[755]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks that he correct enclosed writings. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2615]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUndated plat by T. J. of Poplar Forest tract shows boundaries, roads, existing\n                     and proposed buildings; floor plan of house on verso, rooms designated in\n                     Anglo-Saxon. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[7], N-255\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eControlling authority, recognized by the compact, is that of three-fourths of\n                     the states. President's duty with regard to the rights of the states.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[757]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe first three volumes contain amusing or edifying newspaper articles or poetry clipped by Jefferson and sent to his family. Articles are pasted on letter covers addressed to T. J. The fourth scrapbook contains political, sentimental, and humorous songs and poems, satires, parodies, and ballads clipped by T. J. Bookplate of William H. Clark, with legend, \"Bought at the sale of the library of John Randolph of Roanoke by Wm. H. Clark of Halifax Co., Va. and presented by Mr. Clark to Miss Sarah Randolph of Edgehill.\"\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[759, 3172]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[758]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[758]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[758]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlso signed by James Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2616]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eValue of the Constitution. Acknowledges address of the citizens of Cheshire.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[760]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWork at Monticello. Mr. Wanscher finishing cellar. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2616-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpposition to established religion. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[761]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExtremely busy. Sending rather than reading the State of the Union message\n                     contributes to harmony. Strength of Federalists and Republicans in the\n                     Congress. French expedition against Santo Domingo. Arrival of mammoth cheese.\n                     Prospect of New England's return to Republican principles. Importance of laying\n                     off counties into hundreds or captaincies. Method of waterproofing clothes.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[762]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Thomas Carpenter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2617]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStates' rights essential to our political fabric. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[763]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJuneo dead; family well. Work at Monticello. John Perry in Fluvanna. Mentions\n                     Mr. Oldham and Critta. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2620]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder to pay William Duane. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2620-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2621]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Thomas Newton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2622]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Perrie's (Perry?) mistake in letter informing T. J. of purchases for\n                     Monticello. Conduct of T. J.'s foreman, Gabriel Lilly, [John] Craven, and\n                     Burgess Griffin. References to N. Allen, Martha Randolph, Virginia Randolph,\n                     and Dr. Wardlaw. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[764]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to E. Lemaire. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2623]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Joseph Dougherty. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2624]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWork at Monticello. Prince Ruspoli visited Mrs. Randolph. Mr. Wanscher needs\n                     money. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2625]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to E. Lemaire. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2626]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWhooping cough better. Translation of Justin's ancient history.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[765]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses letter for Maria. House of Representatives repealed judiciary bill.\n                     Needs another horse. All well at Edgehill. Mr. and Mrs. [Hore Browse?] Trist\n                     here. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[766]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLatin improves. Goes in spring to Latin school with Beverly Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2627]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of horse to match Castor. Maria and their son in good health.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[767]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRandolph sends news on the health and progress of his children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport of Committee of House of Delegates concerning General Assembly action on\n                     Alien and Sedition Laws. Mentions U.S. Senate. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2628]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Mann Randolph, Jr. has decided to purchase land in Georgia rather than\n                     in Mississippi. Hopes Maria and John Wayles Eppes will visit Monticello. Best\n                     route to Monticello. Gift of medals taken from the Houdon bust of Jefferson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[768]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand in Northwest Territory. Countersigned by James Madison.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2629]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to William Parkinson. Receipted by Charles Peale Polk.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2630]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFaith in the will of the people as exercised in their elective franchise.\n                     Comments on election of 1800. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[769]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans for meeting the Eppes. Amendment for means of designating president and\n                     vice-president. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[770]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. conveys travel directions (present, as an enclosure) for Milledge, U.S.\n                     Representative from Georgia, from \"George town ferry...hence to Mr. [Thomas]\n                     Mann Randolph's\" that include not only specific instructions for roads to be\n                     followed, but also T. J.'s notes on roads and taverns.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo leave for Monticello when Congress adjourns. Books for Maria. Spectacles for\n                     [Elizabeth] Eppes. Proposed visit by Maria to Monticello. Mentions Dr. Walker\n                     and John Wayles Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[771]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment of T. J.'s accounts due. Failure of the Bank of Columbia to pay a note\n                     because of scarcity of bank paper. Purchase of government stock for William\n                     Short through C. Ludlow. Budget for T. J.'s salary. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[772]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFailure of a discount at the Bank of Columbia. Purchase of government stock for\n                     William Short through C. Ludlow in New York. Payment of T. J.'s accounts. Bills\n                     of exchange for General Kosciuszko. Need for regulation of lower class.\n                     References to Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson, Mr. Hooper, Etienne LeMaire.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[773]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to T. J. Receipted by J. Dougherty. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2631]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBusiness regarding the Bennett Henderson estate. References to John R. Kerr and\n                     James L. Henderson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[774]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for frames for prints.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment through George Jefferson, Richmond, for work done in regard to\n                     Henderson lands. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[775]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for delay in paying for further shares in Henderson tract. Henderson\n                     mill useless. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[776]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBooks shipped by Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson on ship Good Welcome from James\n                     River, Richmond, to Washington, D.C. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2632]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. sends Barnes an account of his financial affairs, noting his intention to\n                     \"squeeze down the household expenses\" and his hopes to be completely out of\n                     debt by October.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCourtesy offer of general services. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[777]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor clothing. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2632-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Thomas Carpenter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2633]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShe and Francis Eppes have been ill. Is keeping Francis' nurse, Crity (i.e.\n                     Critta). Trip to Monticello. John Wayles Eppes finishing his harvest.\n                     References to Martha Randolph and Elizabeth Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[778]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWork for Mr. Fitch. Doors at Monticello. Sketches of slaves' quarters. Coming\n                     to Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[779]\u003c/bibref\u003e, \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2634]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaria is unwell at Eppington. Cannot accept T. J.'s offer of residence at\n                     Monticello because he is candidate for House of Representatives. Wheat crop.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[780]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2635]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoses Myers, Richard Evers, Arthur Lee, Littleton W. Tazewell of Williamsburg\n                     considered for Commissioners of Bankruptcy in Norfolk. Henry Hiort, Thomas\n                     Willock, John Dunn present Commissioners. May all be Republicans. T. J. to\n                     Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2636]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeasles in the Randolph family. Reference to slaves, Bet, Sally, and Critta.\n                     Spectacles for Elizabeth Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[781]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReviews Act of Congress, 1802 May 1, for borrowing money by Commissioners of\n                     Washington, to be paid by sale of lots in Washington, guaranteed by Treasury of\n                     U.S. Debt due state of Maryland. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2636-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeasles escaped. References to the health of Anne and Cornelia Randolph, and\n                     Peter Hemming. Measles in Mr. Walton's family and at Monticello. Need for\n                     sheets, towels, counterpane, and tea china. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[782]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaria's miscarriage. Trip to Monticello postponed because of Francis Eppes' bad\n                     health. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[783]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed to lot no. 15 in Milton, Va., and to tobacco warehouses on the Rivanna\n                     River. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[784]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed to three tenths of warehouse, one half of lot no. 15 and all of lot no. 57\n                     in Milton, Va. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[785]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to T. J. Receipted by Joseph Dougherty.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2637]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt by Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson of money on accounts of William Short and\n                     the James River Canal Co. Enclosed to T. J. in \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[787]\u003c/bibref\u003e, 1802\n                     July 30. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2638]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for nails, receipt of which is acknowledged by James Dinsmore.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[786]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDr. Wardlaw's payment to Mrs. Jackson. Window blinds, books, and claret\n                     awaiting a conveyance. Comments on the latest Federalist Brutus.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[787]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment in bank notes by Mr. Smith, will void T. J.'s draft on Smith paid to\n                     Mr. Pennington. Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson's account. Account with T. J. for\n                     July. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[788]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Short's account. China and liquor in the possession of Etienne LeMaire\n                     await shipment. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[789]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVisit by William Short. Mail service to Charlottesville. Payment to Etienne\n                     LeMaire. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[790]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding land for John Peyton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Short's journey. T. J.'s financial resources. Report by Etienne LeMaire\n                     regarding pump at President's House needing repair. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[791]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Isham Henderson who wishes to borrow law books. Endorsement: \"lent\n                     him 4th Blackstone / Ruffhead: Jacob's L. Dict / June 7.08. wrote to C. Peyton\n                     to recover it.\" \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[792]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepublicans to be Commissioners of Bankruptcy. Nominations from Bradley and\n                     Judge Smith. Persons should live near meeting place of U.S. Court. Secretary of\n                     State to handle distant cases. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2639]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSlanderous publications regarding T. J. William Short expected at Monticello.\n                     T. J.'s account with Barnes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[793]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2640]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposes delay in orders for the frigate John Adams, until the conditions in\n                     Tunis and the Mediterranean area are stabilized. Mentions Tripoli, Emperor of\n                     Morocco, Governor of Tangiers, Mr. Simpson, Dale. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[794]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote payable in Virginia currency. Assigned to Frederick Harris, John J.\n                     Hawkins, and P. Hoffman. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2640-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters for William and Peyton Short. Payments to Etienne LeMaire and Joseph\n                     Dougherty. Carriage tax. Warrant for T. J.'s salary to take up his bank debt.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[795]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepublicans Mark Richards and Reuben Atwater of Westminister, James Elliot of\n                     Brattleborough, and Oliver Gallop of Hartland for Commissioners of Bankruptcy.\n                     Judge Smith should name four for other side of mountains; should alternate\n                     meetings between U.S. Court and state capitol. Federalist machinations in\n                     legislative elections. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2641]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount with Brown \u0026amp; Relf paid by John Richards. T. J.'s present\n                     balance. Offers to loan T. J. money to pay Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson in\n                     Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[796]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement on rent of house in Milton sold to Peyton, which John Henderson has\n                     rented from Elizabeth Henderson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[797]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveying all dower rights in estate of husband, Bennett Henderson, except\n                     mill, warehouse, improved lots in town of Milton. Witnesses: James L.\n                     Henderson, Charles Anderson, Eliza Henderson, Isham Henderson, John Gentry.\n                     Acknowledgment of deed in Shelby County, Ky., before Matthew Flournoy and\n                     Thomas I. Givin, Justices, by Isham Henderson and John L. Henderson, 6 June\n                     1804. Certified by James Craig, Clerk of Shelby County Court, same date.\n                     Craig's certificate certified by Isaac Ellis, Presiding Justice, Shelby County\n                     Court. Deed recorded Albemarle County, July 1804. Attested by John Nicholas,\n                     Clerk. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[798]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed from James L. Henderson for legatees of Bennett Henderson, deceased\n                     (Bennett H., Eliza, Frances, Lucy, and Nancy Henderson) to all lands in\n                     Albemarle County except a mill, warehouse, and storehouse in Milton, Va.\n                     Witnesses: Charles Henderson, G. Tennill (?), James Barlow. Acknowledged before\n                     Matthew Flournoy, Thomas Givin, Justices of the Peace of Shelby County, 6 June\n                     1804. Certification that Flournoy and Givin are Justices of the Peace by James\n                     Craig, Clerk of Shelby County Court, 6 June 1804. Certification by Isaac Ellis,\n                     Presiding Justice of the Peace, that James Craig's certificate is in due form,\n                     6 June 1804. Recorded by John Nicholas, Clerk of Albemarle County Court, July\n                     1804. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[799]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApproval for the sailing of Navy's frigate John Adams, in order to withdraw\n                     from Morocco and Tunis forces not needed against Tripoli. Commends speed with\n                     which the New York was fitted out. Mentions James Madison, Albert Gallatin.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[800]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayments to Mr Claxton and to Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson. Etienne LeMaire's\n                     illness. Letters for William Short. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[801]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEtienne LeMaire improving. Uprising of slaves in Washington has subsided.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[802]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit against E. Lanham on account of [James?] Oldham's note. Etienne LeMaire\n                     recovered. References to Mr. Morse, William Short, and Dr. Gant.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[803]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIll upon arrival. Details of Maria's proposed visit to Washington. John Wayles\n                     Eppes' bridle is delivered to Davy Bowles. Mentions [George] Jefferson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[804]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions to name the following as Commissioners of Bankruptcy: Samuel\n                     Prentiss, Darius Chipman, Richard Skinner, Mark Richards, Reuben Atwater, James\n                     Elliot, and Oliver Gallop, all of Vermont; and to issue to Robert Kran, a\n                     commission as Marshall of South Carolina in place of Charles B. Cockran,\n                     resigned. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[805]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. should abandon commercial involvement in European affairs if he wants to\n                     represent U.S. government. Cites Mr. Livingston. Mr. R. leaving England soon\n                     for Virginia. Originally calendared as [1786?] \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2413]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Thomas Monroe. Receipted by Thomas Monroe and Thomas\n                     Turner. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2642]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s account; payment of bills. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[806]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefusal to handle General M.'s [John P. G. Muhlenberg?] business.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[807]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning General M's business. (Second letter of 16 October on this subject.)\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[808]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepublicans to be Commissioners of Bankruptcy. Newburn, Wilmington, and Edenton\n                     to be considered. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2643]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2644]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to T. J., payable to E. Lemaire. Receipted by J. Dougherty.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2645]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of lands of Bennett Henderson, deceased, from his widow, Elizabeth\n                     Henderson. Conveyance of land in Boone County, [Ky.?] from [James L.?]\n                     Henderson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[809]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrip to Washington to visit T. J. Requests an order of wigs from Mme. de Pick\n                     of Philadelphia. Mentions Mrs. Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[810]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransmitting T. J.'s account covering the month of October 1802. Urging him not\n                     to resort to bank credit. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[811]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Thomas Carpenter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2646]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMust delay payment for lands of the Henderson estate, because of payments due\n                     to Messrs. Overton, Brown, and Wells. References to Bennett H., Eliza, Frances,\n                     Lucy, and Nancy Henderson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[812]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWigs from Philadelphia ordered by Mrs. Madison. Plans for Maria and Martha's\n                     trip to Washington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[813]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans for trip to Washington. References to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha\n                     Randolph, Mr. [Nicholas?] Lewis, and John Wayles Eppes. Lock of hair to be\n                     matched by the wigs. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[814]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney due Martin Wanscher in Alexandria. Pay in hills of Alexandria or\n                     Washington bank. Wonders if Bank of Columbia will pass them.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2647]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDelay in payment will be satisfactory. Asks for authority to act to put someone\n                     on Henderson lands. John Henderson's unwillingness to sell. Purchase of the\n                     Kerr share. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[815]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for payment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment for Henderson estate lands. Prefers action in Peyton's name. Purchase\n                     of the Kerr share. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[816]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWork at Monticello. Nailboys to leave Mr. Stewart and go to Mr. Lilly. Lilly to\n                     be supplied with nail making equipment. Roofing tin. Work in progress,\n                     including that of Messrs. Oldham, Fitch, and Perry. Mentions Mr. Higginbotham.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2649]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Mr. McLaughlin. Receipted by Edgar Patterson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2650]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Thomas Carpenter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2651]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft on T. J. given to D[abney] Carr. Part payment for Henderson estate lands.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[817]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVirginia General Assembly. Stevens T. Mason is U.S. Senator. George Hay and\n                     Calendar fought. Mentions Recorder. Federalist and Republican feud. Taxes\n                     Treasury surplus. Mr. Page in Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2652]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding appointment of William Bellinger Bullock, Joseph Welscher, Edward\n                     Stebbins, and John Postel Williamson, as Commissioners of Bankruptcy for\n                     Georgia. Commission to George Gilpin, as Judge of Orphan's Court. Alexandria,\n                     Va. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[818]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames T. Callender's dismissal by the County Court of Henrico.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[819]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2653]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommending Lewis Harvey as secretary to James Monroe's embassy.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[820]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for sugar, tea, rice, barley, crackers, and porter to be sent to\n                     Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[821]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDifficulty in making payment for Henderson estate. Draft in favor of [Dabney]\n                     Carr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[822]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of coffee, sugar, barley, rice, raisins, olives, spices, crackers, and\n                     porter for T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[823]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHealth of Maria and Francis. Gabriel Lilly unable to hire hands to work at\n                     Pantops because of fear of Mr. Page. Trip to Monticello in March. No competitor\n                     in the election in his district. Report on debt due from the Commonwealth of\n                     Virginia. References to Thomas M. Randolph, Jr., City Point, and Edgehill.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[824]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatements of accounts rendered to T. J. by Barnes as his fiscal and purchasing\n                     agent. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[863]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests draft on George Jefferson in payment for Henderson estate.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[825]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo meet Eppes and Maria at Monticello. Lilly works on canal. Dislikes borrowing\n                     from Federalist banks. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2654]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor 2 pipes of wine from Haarlem, Netherlands, consigned to John Barnes, signed\n                     by Francis O'Meara, master of the Sloop Maria. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[826]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGives him order on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson, Richmond, with the help of John\n                     Barnes of Georgetown. Copy of draft. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[827]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBanker in Georgetown enables him to enclose draft on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson\n                     to cover debt. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2655]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo measles. Virginia speaks well. Ellen learns French . Cornelia sends love.\n                     Wants geography book. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2655-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to James Hamilton and/or J. Campbell for College of Carlisle.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2656]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for ornaments, friezes, and mouldings (for the Executive Mansion?).\n                     Memorandum, dated March 1803 in T. J.'s hand, gives description and\n                     specifications. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[828]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum regarding issuing of Commissions of Bankruptcy to John Mussey at\n                     Portland; Simeon Thomas at New London, Conn.; John Stephen at Baltimore, Md.;\n                     Cowles Meade, Robert Walker, and George Watkins at Augusta, Ga.; and Thomas\n                     Collier at Louisville, Ga. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[829]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinancing of Henderson estate purchase; draft on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson;\n                     payment to Robert Burtin. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[830]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering him the post of Surveyor of Public Buildings. References to Mr.\n                     Monroe, Superintendent of Public Buildings, and Col. D. C. Brent.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[831]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for services.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetails regarding post of Surveyor of Public Buildings. Work on the Capitol,\n                     President's House, and a drydock. References to Mr. Monroe, Superintendent of\n                     Public Buildings. (Second letter of this date to Latrobe).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[832]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShrub forwarded by Mr. Hancocke. [William H.?] Cabell's anger at Eppes'\n                     opposition in the Albemarle election. Payment of $400 to Eppes. Maria and\n                     Francis well. Election in Chesterfield. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[833]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter detailing T. J.'s religious views. Right of religious liberty.\n                     References to Priestley's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eSocrates and Jesus\n                        Compared\u003c/title\u003e (Philadelphia : Printed for P. Byrne, 1803). Includes T. J.'s \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eSyllabus on an Estimate of the doctrines of Jesus,\n                        compared with thoses of others.\u003c/title\u003e on last 2 pp. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2658]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFormerly a volume of stitched sheets. At some point, the volume was disassembled and pages 1-16 and the wrapper were laminated using the Barrow method. The remaining pages (19-26) were not laminated. The leaf for pages 17-18 is not present.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e Pages 1-9, transcription of T. J.'s letter to Rush detailing religious views, [see entry above for original] including T. J.'s \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eSyllabus on an Estimate of the doctrines of Jesus, compared with thoses of others.\u003c/title\u003e Three blank leaves laid in.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePages 10-13, \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eThe philosophy of Jesus of Nazareth extracted from the accounts of his life and doctrines as given by Matthew, Mark, Luke, \u0026amp; John. Being an abridgement of the New Testament for the use of the Indians unembarrassed with matters of fact or faith beyond the level of their comprehensions.\u003c/title\u003e Title page followed by a table of references.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePages 14-16, 19-26 blank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSeparate wrapper sheet contains an extract, in a different hand, from the purported deathbed speech of Julian the Apostate, as given in \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eThe Life of the Emperor Julian,\u003c/title\u003e by Jean-Philippe-René de La Bletterie,  (London: Printed for M. Cooper, 1746); written on the verso of a printed sheet of blank bank payment orders, City of Washington, D.C. Jefferson sold his copy of this book to the Library of Congress in 1815.\n       \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[834]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo present religious views in defense against libels. Wrote to Philadelphia for\n                     Dr. Priestley's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eHistory of the Corruptions of\n                        Christianity.\u003c/title\u003e John Wayles Eppes wrote from Bermuda Hundred that\n                     Francis Eppes over measles. Wants Martha and Maria at Monticello. Mr. and Mrs.\n                     P. Carr visited on way to Baltimore. Nelly Carr sick, returning to Dunlora.\n                     Mentions Eppington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2659]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo present religious views in defense against libels. Wrote to Philadelphia for\n                     Dr. Priestley's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eHistory of the Corruptions of\n                        Christianity.\u003c/title\u003e John Wayles Eppes wrote from Bermuda Hundred that\n                     Francis Eppes over measles. Wants Martha and Maria at Monticello. Mr. and Mrs.\n                     P. Carr visited on way to Baltimore. Nelly Carr sick, returning to Dunlora.\n                     Mentions Eppington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[835]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Thomas Carpenter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2659-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eActions of Isaac Miller and John Henderson regarding the Henderson estate mill\n                     seat. Election of Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Reference to [William] Meriwether.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[836]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElection contest between Thomas Mann Randolph and [William H.?] Cabell. Capt.\n                     [Christopher?] Hudson's price of wood. $5 note mistaken for a $50 note. Bowling\n                     Clarke's success as overseer of Poplar Forest. Martha's trip to Washington.\n                     Slaves to be sold in Georgia. References to John Craven, John Perrie, and\n                     Gabriel Lilly. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[837]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed to share in estate of Bennett Henderson, including lots in Milton, land.\n                     Witnesses: Richard Anderson, Richard Johnson, David Anderson, Will. Clarkson.\n                     Proved and recorded, February, 1804, attested John Nicholas. Mrs. Henderson's\n                     signature: \"Nancy Henderson\". \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[838]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions on preventing John Henderson from building a mill. T. J.'s plan\n                     for a mill of his own. References to Isaac Miller, [William] Meriwether, and\n                     [Dabney] Carr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[839]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBills on U.S. Bank to pay for wines from France. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2660]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo news of Mr. Hancocke respecting the syrup of punch. Sent money for Eppes to\n                     George Jefferson. Problems, some involving Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., of\n                     exchanging Eppes's Bedford lands for Lego. Will lease Lego to Eppes in exchange\n                     for Bedford rents. Wants Maria at Monticello. Mentions Mr. Petty [Adrien\n                     Petit?], Garland Jefferson, and Shadwell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2661]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo news of Mr. Hancocke respecting the syrup of punch. Sent money for Eppes to\n                     George Jefferson. Problems, some involving Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., of\n                     exchanging Eppes's Bedford lands for Lego. Will lease Lego to Eppes in exchange\n                     for Bedford rents. Wants Maria at Monticello. Mentions Mr. Petty [Adrien\n                     Petit?], Garland Jefferson, and Shadwell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[840]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for herring.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum with estimate of T. J.'s monthly statements and balances from 1801\n                     March 31 to 1803 June 8. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[841]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatements of accounts rendered to T. J. by Barnes as his fiscal and purchasing\n                     agent. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[863]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrepanning operation necessary after Cary hit Brown on the skull with a piece\n                     of nailrod. Martha's pregnancy. Consultation with Craven Peyton concerning John\n                     Henderson's claim to ground where T. J.'s mill is to be built. Meriwether and\n                     Miller's offer to purchase whole or half of Thomas Mann Randolph's mill seat.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[842]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to William Stewart. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2662]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveying a share of Bennett Henderson's estate with certain exceptions.\n                     References to Elizabeth and William Henderson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[843]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCourt action on John Henderson's mill. References to [Dabney] Carr, Mr.\n                     Barbour, Mr. Nelson, Isaac Miller, and [William] Meriwether.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[844]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Alexander Terrasse. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2663]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVisit to Eppes' sister, Mrs. Walker. Offering to buy a part of Lego. Damage to\n                     wheat by Hessian fly. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[845]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConsultation with Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., regarding the mill right of John\n                     Henderson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[846]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Martin Wanscher. Receipted by John W. Pratt, Georgetown.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2665]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWould prefer the Eppes come to Monticello rather than to stay at Bermuda\n                     Hundred. Advice on a plague of Hessian flies. Payment to Mr. Hancocke for syrup\n                     of punch. All well at Edgehill. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[847]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s bank negotiations. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2664]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for lodgings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to J. B. Anderson for frames for medallions and print of\n                     Washington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2666]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Wilson Bryan. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2667]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeclaration regarding John Henderson's rights to a house and mill race.\n                     Reference to Craven Peyton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[848]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInformation regarding T. J.'s tenants, Mr. Johnson and Mr. Shickle. Wheat and\n                     corn crops. Requests remittance. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[849]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions for [John] Fentress, who is going to Kentucky to have Elizabeth\n                     Henderson acknowledge her deed to Peyton. Mentions D[abney] Carr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[850]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFentress to set out for Kentucky to have Elizabeth Henderson's deed\n                     acknowledged and to purchase Henderson family shares in the mill.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[851]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Robert Leslie. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2668]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of shares in the Henderson family mill. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[852]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning a manuscript he propose to publish. Reference to the Quakers.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[853]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests draft on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson. Difficulty in buying mill shares\n                     because John Henderson has deepened the mill race. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[854]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittance sent in payment for Henderson lands. Copy of draft on Gibson\n                     \u0026amp; Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[855]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Joseph Dougherty. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2669]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to T. J. Mentions Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2670]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Dinsmore left Monticello to go to Philadelphia. Work on canal and well\n                     house. Goldsmith's Grecian and Roman histories, Thucydides. Mentions Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr. and John Wayles Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2671]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFreight bill and customs account for 10 cases of wine, receipted by J. Speyer.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[856]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDr. Baker's terms for sale of a slave. References to Nelly Carr, Carrsbrook,\n                     and Edgehill. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[857]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to William Stewart. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2672]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests postponement and payment by installments of money due Peyton. (This is\n                     the letter reproduced in facsimile and widely distributed by the Morris Plan\n                     Banks. The excellent facsimiles are frequently mistaken for the original.)\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[858]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinancial matters. John Henderson has completed an excellent canal, which was\n                     stopped by a court bill. References to [James] Barbour, Mr. Gamble, Mr. Kenny,\n                     [Nicholas] Lewis, and Sheriff Yancy. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[859]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Wilson Bryan. Assigned to Mr. Layman.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2673]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Charles Coffin, Jr., for College of Tennessee.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2674]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to E. Lemaire. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2675]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. congratulates Holmes on his appointment to chair of the Virginia House of\n                     Delegates and forwards a copy of \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eA Manual of\n                        Parliamentary Practice.\u003c/title\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWorkings of T. J.'s mill and canal. New Orleans news. Mentions Gabriel Lilly\n                     and John Wayles Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[860]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey of 54 3/4 acres of land adjoining that of Mr. Wilkerson, Samuel Scott,\n                     Mr. Johnson, and Mr. Tillis (i.e., Richard Tullos). Land later transferred to\n                     Samuel Scott. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[861]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. writes in the third person to Mrs. Merry sending her some seeds from the\n                     Dionaea Muscipula, or flytrap, and instructions on keeping it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBringing back of Republicans into the fold. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[862]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFloor plan drawn by Robert Mills. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-412]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Longitudinal Section.\" \"Thomas Jefferson, Archt Robt Mills, Del.\"\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-413]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Mr. Doolittle. Receipted by Mr. Jackson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2675-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to E. Lemaire. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2676]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnne, Ellen, and Thomas Jefferson Randolph's education. Pair of fowls. Requests\n                     Davy Bowles to bring his chair for return trip to Monticello. References to\n                     Jane Randolph, Maria Eppes, and Martha Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[864]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDavy Bowles to go to Washington. Sale of slave, Kit. Attachment of Mr.\n                     Stewart's goods. Francis Eppes' epileptic fits. Maria disturbed by John Wayles\n                     Eppes' absence. Jane Randolph now a neighbor. References to Gabriel Lilly and\n                     [David] Higginbotham. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[865]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for payment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to John Wayles Eppes (see 5 January 1811) explains purpose of its\n                     compilation. Of the appendix he says \". . . a chronological table [1673-1803]\n                     of all the facts relating to the discovery \u0026amp; history of Louisiana which\n                     I compiled from all the authors I possess or could obtain, who have written on\n                     Louisiana, with a reference to the authority for every fact.\"\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[866]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks explanation of draft on himself received from [David] Higginbotham.\n                     Thought the Henderson estate transaction was closed. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[867]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft in favor of [David] Higginbotham was for corn. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[868]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSnow storm stopped Milton mail. Congress not meeting. John Wayles Eppes may go\n                     to Maria. Congress having dinner to honor Louisiana acquisition. No foreign\n                     guests. Offensive to Merry and Yrujo. Libels by Federalist newspapers.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2677]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMilton mail no longer to be mixed with New Orleans mail. Congress adjourns in\n                     March; Mr. Eppes may leave sooner. Bantams from Algiers for Anne Cary Randolph.\n                     East India fowl. Mentions Pantops. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2678]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas accepted draft in favor of [David] Higginbotham in payment for corn.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[869]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBeing of lawful age, confirms previous deeds to his share in the Henderson\n                     estate, with reserved portions: to James L. Henderson, 18 March 1801, and from\n                     James L. Henderson to Craven Peyton, 19 March 1801. Witnesses: Bennett H.\n                     Henderson, Isham Henderson, John Peyton, John McLean, Davi[d] Richardson, John\n                     L. Thomas, Ma. Camden, and David Anderson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[870]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveys land necessary for digging a mill-race. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[871]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans for removal to Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[872]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHer illness. Mr. Estham advised her of the bad health of the slaves at Pantops.\n                     Mentions slaves Rose, Clarinda, Tema and Martin. Mentions the death of Edmund\n                     Harrison.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of John Henderson's mill seat proposed. Peyton offers to share in\n                     purchase. Requests draft on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson. References to [David]\n                     Higginbotham and Isaac Miller. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[873]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of the family, T. J. Randolph, Martha Randolph, and Francis Eppes.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[874]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to E. Lemaire. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2681]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrefers to have the Henderson mill question settled in courts rather than to\n                     pay more than his previous offer. Payment for corn. References to [James]\n                     Barbour and [Dabney] Carr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[876]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaria's baby. Meeting of Congress prevented his coming. John Wayles Eppes and\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., come at adjournment. Wants her to go to Monticello.\n                     Mentions Mr. Lilly, Goliah, and gardening. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2682]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDuplicates item 2682. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2683]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInaction of Congress prevents being with her in her illness. John Wayles Eppes\n                     comes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2684]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to T. J. for use of John Rogers in Richmond. Receipted by\n                     Joseph Dougherty. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2685]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHealth of Maria and her child. Difficult trip from Washington via Elk Run.\n                     Request for oats. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[877]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWeakness of Maria and the child. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[878]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to John (slave). Trip to Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2686]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLight food and cordial wines as cures for Maria's fever. Wants her at\n                     Monticello until Pantops is ready. T. J. will forward oats to Benson,\n                     postmaster at Fredericksburg. Mentions Martha Jefferson Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2686-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Joseph Dougherty for Martin Wanscher. Invites Barnes to\n                     dinner. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2687]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaria's condition bad. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[879]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eImprovement in Maria's health. Mrs. [Nicholas?] Lewis, kindness.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[880]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange to Joseph Dougherty. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2689]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaria's health the same. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[881]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrethy's bill and T. J.'s payment. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2688]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChancellor [George Wythe?] stopped all proceedings upon Peyton's entering into\n                     bond. Requests acceptance of draft in favor of George Jefferson for corn\n                     contract. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[882]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarns of the low state of his (Barnes') resources. Includes an account with T.\n                     J. Mentions William Short and Etienne LeMaire. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[883]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of money from Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson in Richmond. Payment for\n                     cider. Maria Eppes' illness. Packages from New York, Philadelphia, and\n                     Baltimore. Reference to Etienne LeMaire. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[884]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe mill dispute with John Henderson should be thrown into a single bill in\n                     chancery. Reference to Dabney Carr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[885]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s receipts from tobacco sale in the hands of Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson.\n                     Claims of William Short and Etienne LeMaire. Condolences on Maria's death.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[886]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Maria. Appointment of W. C. Nicholas Collector for Norfolk after Mr.\n                     Davis resigns. Reference to Albert Gallatin. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[887]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of trust to all shares of estate of Bennett Henderson on the Rivanna River\n                     near Milton, purchased on T. J.'s account and paid for by him.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[888]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends draft on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson. Mrs. Kerr's title to Henderson\n                     warehouses. Reference to Gabriel Lilly. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[889]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends copy of partition of Henderson estate. Requests payment on corn contract.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[890]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrip to Washington. Mentions Orange Court House, horse Castor, Fauquier Court\n                     House, Col. Wren, and John. Garden seed. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2690]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote for $1000 payable in 60 days negotiable at the Bank of Columbia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[891]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommission as Collector (at the Port of Norfolk) has been forwarded. Mentions\n                     Albert Gallatin, James Madison, Mr. Newton, Jr., and Mr. Bedinger.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[892]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayments to Johnson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2691]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGift of Joseph Priestley's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eHistory of the Corruptions of\n                        Christianity.\u003c/title\u003e Reference to [Fontaine?] Maury. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[893]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment for Mr. Wairscher, Mr. Duncan, and Alexander Perry for work at\n                     Monticello. Requests water be drawn from icehouse. References to J[ohn M.]\n                     Perry and [William?] Stewart. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[894]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s tedious journey from Monticello. Declares her affection. Anne\n                     Randolph's visit to Elizabeth Eppes. Her recent illness. References to Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[895]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePriestley's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eHistory of the Corruptions of\n                        Christianity.\u003c/title\u003e T. J.'s religious views. Recommends his own method of\n                     riding a trotting horse to strengthen his bowels. References to Dr. [William?]\n                     Eustis of Boston and Dr. Sydenham. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[896]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGlass sent care of Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson, Richmond.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2692]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed to his share of the estate of Bennett Henderson, except mill, warehouse,\n                     storehouse, and lot in Milton, Va. Acknowledged before William Taylor and David\n                     Demaree, Justices of Shelby County, 9 July 1804; their commissions certified by\n                     James Craig, Clerk of Shelby County Court, 6 August 1804. Certification by\n                     Robert Jeffries, Presiding Justice of Shelby County, that James Craig's\n                     certificate is in order, 16 January 1805. Recorded by John Nicholas, Clerk of\n                     Albemarle County Court, 1 July 1805. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[897]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends turnips. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2693]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecording of deeds to the Bennett Henderson estate. Army commission for Robert\n                     Peyton held probably by Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[898]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft on Office of Discount and Deposit, Washington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2694]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExchange of Bedford County lands for Lego (land adjoining Pantops). Health of\n                     Francis and the baby. Purchase of horse suitable for T. J. T. J.'s donkey sent\n                     back with Martin (slaves). Proposed marriage between Eppes' slave Melinda and\n                     T. J.'s John. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[899]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBills of exchange on Maury in favor of Josef Yznardi, Cadiz; Thomas Appleton,\n                     Leghorn; and William Jarvis, Lisbon. Assurances of his friendship. News of Rev.\n                     [Matthew] Maury, his brother. Anxiety concerning affairs between France and\n                     England. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[900]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrancis Eppes and Maria well. Betsy's child sick;. Cannot come to Monticello\n                     Mentions Martha. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2695]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks recommendation of successor for Mr. Chisman, Collector of Hampton. Death\n                     of Gen. William Irvine. References to Mr. Booker, Robert Armistead.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[901]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor 5 3/4 yards lace muslin for Mrs. Madison.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot aid New York Museum of Sculpture, Painting, etc. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2696]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s accounts for the months of July and August. Expected trip to Monticello\n                     via Fredericksburg and Orange. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[902]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrip to Monticello. Reference to Mr. Baker's accident and to Elizabeth Eppes.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[903]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum for appointment of Nathaniel Ewing of Pennsylvania to be Receiver of\n                     Public Monies at Vincennes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[904]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMatthew Dunnell, Master. Countersigned by James Madison and David Gelston.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2697]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends magazine. Mr. Randolph's arrival in Washington. One house of Congress\n                     complete, but no Senate. Election of 1804. Desires to quit politics for family\n                     life. Mentions Mr. Eppes, Francis Eppes, and Maria Jefferson Eppes at\n                     Eppington. Messages to Anne Randolph and to Ellen Randolph for whom he has\n                     bantams. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2697-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney for Craven Peyton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2698]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHenry Brown and Mrs. Trist had fever. Mrs. Claibourne, Mrs. Gunley, and Mr.\n                     Gelston died. Mr. Dubourg handling Gelston's affairs. Needs money from England\n                     to settle Iberville plantation, which Spain holds. Squatters at Natchez\n                     plantation. James Monroe did not visit. Has Mr. Brigg's likeness of T. J.\n                     Mentions Mary Trist, William Brown, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha, John\n                     Wayles Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2699]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLilly unwilling to sell corn needed at Monticello. Difficulties with slave John\n                     who incites the hands. Thomas Jefferson Randolph's education. References to\n                     Messrs. Anderson, Moran, and Irving. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[905]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding Nicholas' resignation. Reference to Colonel Newton.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[906]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSeeking edition of Palladio in Philadelphia and Baltimore. Ryland Randolph of\n                     Turkey Island had one which David Randolph might locate. Note in unidentified\n                     hand: \"For the Rev. Dr. Packard with the respects of T. R. Slack.\" Addressed on\n                     verso, Mechums River, Va., to Rev. William Packard, Theological Seminary,\n                     Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2700]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComplete record of legal action arising from Peyton's purchase of the estate of\n                     Bennett Henderson. Suit over matter of rights reserved by Mrs. Elizabeth\n                     Henderson for her son, John, to permit him to convey water through her land\n                     from the Rivanna River to his mill. Peyton stopped him with injunction from\n                     Albemarle County Court, which was dissolved on appeal. Complete record of trial\n                     in county court at which Peyton attempted to prove document reserving this\n                     right was fraudulent. Deposition of witnesses, exhibits of certified copies of\n                     documents. Case decided in favor of Henderson. Peyton appealed to High Court of\n                     Chancery. Appeal refused. After inquest of jurors, Henderson established mill.\n                     Petition of appeal to George Wythe, Judge of District Chancery Court, from\n                     Peyton allowed. At Court of Appeals held at Capitol in Richmond, 7 January\n                     1812, action of lower court affirmed. Names appearing in the record: William\n                     Alcock, James Barbour, Christopher W. Barker, James W. Bramham, N. Bramham, G.\n                     Carr, John Carr, Peter Carr, Kemp Catlett, Charlottesville, Va., Henry Chiles,\n                     Mr. Connard, James Craig, H. Dance, Martin Dawson, Isaac Ellis, Triplett T.\n                     Estis, John Fentress, Thomas C. Fletcher, Matthew Flournoy, Thomas L. Givin,\n                     Bennett Henderson, Bennett H. Henderson, Charles Henderson, Eliza Henderson,\n                     Elizabeth Henderson, Frances Henderson, Isham Henderson, Helman Henderson,\n                     James L. Henderson, John Henderson, Lucy Henderson, Matthew Henderson, Nancy\n                     Henderson, Richard Henderson, Sarah Henderson, William Henderson, Henderson\n                     \u0026amp; Canardard, Elijah Hogg, John R. Kerr, Sarah Henderson Kerr, John Key,\n                     Walter Key, Charles Lewis, James Lewis, J. W. Lewis, Reuben Lewis, William\n                     McKim, Isaac Miller, Milton, Va., Dabney Minor, William D. Meriwether, Edward\n                     Moore, John Nicholas, James Old, Richard Overton, George Poindexter, Richard\n                     Price, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Aaron Ray, Richmond, Va., Rivanna River, John\n                     Rogers, Shelby County, Ky., G. Termille, Mr. Thorp, Peter Tinsley, John Watson,\n                     Christian Wertenbaker (Wertinbaker), Christopher Wingfield. William Wingfield,\n                     W. Wood, Tucker Woodson, George Wythe, Charles Yancey. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[907]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuit against David Michie of Buck Island concerning claims of Elizabeth\n                     Henderson and her minor children to lands and mill formerly owned by Bennett\n                     Henderson at Milton. Brief contains letters or depositions of James Henderson,\n                     Richard Price, James Lewis, Elizabeth Henderson, John Henderson, Craven Peyton,\n                     Charles Henderson, David Michie, Kemp Catlett, William Wood, James Barbour,\n                     Elijah Hogg, and Martin Dawson. Appeal heard by George Wythe in Richmond.\n                     Contains documents certified in courts of Shelby County, Kentucky. Contains\n                     letters, David Michie to T. J., dated 1812 June 18, 1812 June 21, 1812 June 27,\n                     1812 July 20, 1813 April 23, and 1813 May 30. Contains letters, T. J. to David\n                     Michie, dated 1812 June 20, 1812 June 22, 1812 June 27, 1812 July 20, 1813\n                     April 20, and 1813 May 30. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2700-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCraven Peyton's bill in the case of Peyton vs. Henderson, presented to George\n                     Wythe, judge of the High Court of Chancery; chronology of sales by various\n                     heirs to the estate; notes on rent claims in the case of the Henderson lands; 2\n                     copies of deed, John Wood and Lucy Henderson Wood to T. J.; 3 copies of an\n                     agreement between John Wood and T. J. regarding his share of the Henderson\n                     estate; statement of the real property belonging to the legatees; and\n                     miscellaneous notes on pertinent information. Names mentioned: Richard\n                     Anderson, N. Bramham, Eliza Bullock, Kemp Catlett, George Hay, Bennett H.\n                     Henderson, Charles Henderson, Eliza Henderson, Elizabeth Henderson, Isham\n                     Henderson, James Lewis Henderson, John Henderson, Matthew Henderson, Nancy\n                     Crawford Henderson, Sarah Henderson, and William Henderson; Henderson \u0026amp;\n                     Connard, David Higginbotham, Elijah Hogg, Mr. Johnson, John R. Kerr, Sarah\n                     Henderson Kerr, Walte Key, Isaac Miller, E. Moore, Matthew Nelson, Nancy\n                     Crawford Henderson Nelson, Craven Peyton, Richard Price, Thomas Eston Randolph,\n                     Richard Seabrook, Watson \u0026amp; Snelson, John Wood Lucy Henderson Wood, and\n                     Tucker M. Woodson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[908]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes tabular view of rights in lands of Bennett Henderson, showing portions\n                     of widow (Elizabeth Henderson), John Henderson, Sarah Henderson Kerr, James\n                     Lewis Henderson, Charles Henderson, Isham Henderson, Bennett Hillsboro\n                     Henderson, Eliza Henderson, Frances Henderson, Lucy Henderson, Nancy Crawford\n                     Henderson, with notations of conveyances to T. J., Craven Peyton, Mr. Bramham,\n                     Tucker M. Woodson, James L. Henderson, Richard Seabrook, and John Henderson. A\n                     statement of the real property of Bennett Henderson, deceased. Courses of deed\n                     and plat of land sold to Martin Dawson by T. J. Estimate of the property of\n                     Bennett Henderson in which dower was assigned. Estimate of Bennett Henderson's\n                     estate for assigning dower. Estimate of Henderson's lands by Messrs. Watson\n                     \u0026amp; [Snelson?]. List of Henderson's lands purchased by T. J. The rights\n                     of T. J. to the warehouses. List of deeds for the Henderson lands. References\n                     to Watson E. Alexander, David Anderson, Eliza Bullock, John H. Bullock, Mr.\n                     Fitch, David Higginbotham, John R. Kerr, William D. Meriwether, David Mickie,\n                     Thomas E. Randolph, and Mr. Suttle. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[909]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e19th century restrike of the 1804 circular copperplate engraving.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrice for shares in warehouse of the Henderson estate. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[910]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStable bill for the year 1804. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[911]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstablishment of a state university in Virginia. Detailed advice regarding the\n                     charter, purpose, endowment, board of visitors, professorships, and buildings.\n                     Will leave his library to the university if it should be set up.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[912]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMartha's and children's health. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2701]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Reibelt of Baltimore sent French New Testament. Needs Greek and English New\n                     Testaments from Philadelphia. Would like the Benjamin Johnson-Robert Carr\n                     Bible. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2702]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInformation from Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., on a commission for Robert Peyton.\n                     Purchase of shares in Henderson's warehouse difficult in present circumstances.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[913]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans to change her name to Anastasia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[875]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTime for visit. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2703]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed to their shares in Henderson's warehouse in Milton, Va., witnessed by John\n                     H. Bullock, James Davis, and John Fentress. Sworn before Matthew Flournoy and\n                     Abraham Owen, Justices of the Peace of Shelby County, Ky. Flournoy's and Owen's\n                     commissions certified by James Craig, Clerk of Shelby County. James L.\n                     Henderson and Elizabeth Henderson's guarantee of the deed (grantors being under\n                     age), 25 February 1805. Recorded by John Nicholas, Clerk of Albemarle County\n                     Court, 7 October 1805. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[914]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeeds to share of lands, warehouses, storehouses, mills, lots, etc., inherited\n                     by Eliza Bullock from her father, Bennett Henderson. Acknowledged before\n                     Matthew Flournoy and Abraham Owen, Justices, Shelby County, 28 February 1805,\n                     whose commissions are certified by James Craig, Clerk of Court. Foregoing\n                     certificates attested in good form by Robert Jeffries, Presiding Justice of\n                     Peace, 15 March 1805. Recorded, Albemarle County Court, October 1805, John\n                     Nicholas, Clerk. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[915]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMartha's illness. References to Dr. [Charles] Everett and Mr. Terry.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[916]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRandolph writes to Jefferson offering him congratulations on the day of his\n                     second inauguration as President of the United States, and sending a pamphlet\n                     which he had mentioned to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft on Philadelphia bank for books. Wants new edition of Bible that Cary has\n                     available. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2704]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClearance papers for Schooner Mercury, Caleb Smith master, bound for Barbados.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[917]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInforming the Louisiana Governor that Mr. Briggs is to survey lands between New\n                     Orleans and the Bayou St. Jean, preparatory to the issuance of a grant to\n                     Lafayette. Requesting information as to the advantages of different pieces of\n                     land. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[918]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand to be granted to Lafayette near New Orleans. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[919]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWork (at Monticello?) can be done in Mr. Andrews' absence if moulds are\n                     available. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[920]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClearance papers for Schooner Fair Trader, John Simpson master, bound for\n                     Jamaica. Countersigned by James Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[921]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames B. Wasson, master. New York to Liverpool. Countersigned by James Madison,\n                     David Gelston. Text in French, Spanish, English, and Dutch.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2705]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFamily news. Martha's illness. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[922]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePainter setting out for Monticello. Reference to Joseph Dougherty. Enclosure:\n                     bill for coffee, sugar, chocolate, barley, rice, and spices.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[923]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProstration of Federalism. Republicans are dividing, but political divisions\n                     natural. Madison sends questionable report that North Carolina Legislature\n                     discussed Virginia Resolution. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2706]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProbably to John Barnes. Orders payment to Mr. Lenthal. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2707]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Taggert's bill. Paint from Philadelphia at Richmond.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2708]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding his account with [Thomas] Bell. Reference to Reuben Perry and to\n                     George Washington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[924]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Mann Randolph, Jr.'s election seems certain. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[925]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeeds received from James L. Henderson, Eliza Henderson Bullock. and other\n                     members of the family for their shares in Bennett Henderson's estate. [Richard]\n                     Anderson's doubtful title secured. Draft on T. J. in favor of George Jefferson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[926]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMartha's health. Election results. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[927]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to Judge Gantt of Bladensburg, Md., regarding Oldham's concerns in the\n                     Jackson estate. Ornaments for Corinthian frieze. Mentions Mr. Andrews.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[928]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. writes about a certificate for Bellini's death, planting fruit trees and\n                     delaying the shipping of wines until October so they will not be spoiled by\n                     heat. He requests Mazzei to send him a bottle each of white Verdea and\n                     Muscatel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment for a horse. Plans to lay off portion of Poplar Forest (for Eppes?)\n                     with aid of [Charles] Clay and [Bowling] Clarke. Invitation to Monticello.\n                     Misleading letter of [James?] Elliot printed in the paper.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[929]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted: B of R VI 390 (MS. in DLC). Failure of solid-stemmed wheat.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[930]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts with Mr. Cheetham, Mr. Erwin, Mrs. Radcliffe, Colonel Colfax settled\n                     by John Richards and Mr. Ludlow. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[931]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts with T. J. and General Kosciuszko. Reference to Van Staphorst\n                     \u0026amp; Hubbard. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[932]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccepts dinner invitation. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[933]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[John] Henderson's interference in the collections for firewood. Deeds,\n                     depositions regarding the Henderson estate forwarded to George Hay. Requests\n                     remittance through George Jefferson. Mentions [Richard] Anderson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[934]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrangements for remittance through George Jefferson. Requests particulars of\n                     purchase from Eliza Bullock and a note of the quantity of tobacco received at\n                     the Henderson warehouses for the past years. Statement of the rights in the\n                     warehouses of the Henderson heirs, Elizabeth, John, James L., Charles, Isham,\n                     Bennett H., Frances, Lucy, and Nancy C. Henderson, Eliza Henderson Bullock, and\n                     Sarah Kerr. Mentions Richard Anderson, [James W.?] Bramham, Richard Seabrook,\n                     and Tucker M. Woodson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[935]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLilly's plan to leave Monticello to supervise work of clearing the Rivanna\n                     River. Suggestion that Lilly might he retained by being allowed to oversee a\n                     farm as well as the nailery. Damage done to crops by the Hessian fly. Health of\n                     Martha, Anne, Ellen, Cornelia, Virginia, and Thomas Jefferson Randolph.\n                     Mentions Mrs. [Nicholas?] Lewis and [John] Craven. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[936]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment for Bennett Henderson estate shares. Decline in Henderson's warehouse\n                     business can be remedied by cash commission, which would restore tobacco\n                     business now going to Columbia, Va. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[937]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayments to George Jefferson. Deeds to Bennett Henderson estate. Reference to\n                     John Bullock. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[938]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum of the rights in the tobacco warehouses of the Henderson estate.\n                     (See entry, T. J. to Craven Peyton, 13 June 1805, for details.)\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[939]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBarnes' resources insufficient to handle T. J.'s business.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[940]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMonroe writes to recommend George William Erving for a consular post.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for T. J.'s gift of Commodore Preble's marsala and sherry wines.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[941]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants T. J.'s remembrances for biography of Patrick Henry. Offers as references\n                     Peter and Dabney Carr. Would also like short sketches of Henry's colleagues.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2709]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePerilous thunderstorm. Letter from Etienne LeMaire. References to Mr. Burwell,\n                     Mr. and Mrs. Carey. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[942]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eValue of T. J.'s lands at the time Clarke left Poplar Forest. References to\n                     Messrs. Callaway and Robertson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[943]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePraises Henry for giving \"first impulse to the ball of revolution\" and for\n                     oratory, but criticizes ignorance of law and avarice. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2710]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayments for T. J. to the Rev. Mr. Pryce and to Mr. Corkle. Barnes' account\n                     with T. J. enclosed. T. J.'s visit to Bedford County. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[944]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks consultation to inform George Hay whether he should enter an appeal in the\n                     Henderson case. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[945]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks patronage for a straw hat factory. Mentions Mr. Emery, American Consul in\n                     England. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[946]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Madison's draft on T. J. will be honored. Payment to Mr. LeMaire for\n                     slaves' wages. Plentiful crops. References to Joseph Dougherty and Mr. Andrews.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[947]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for nails, brads, spikes rendered by Gabriel Lilly for T. J., to Peter\n                     Carr for the years 1804-1805. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[948]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayments to James Madison, Etienne LeMaire, the Rev. Mr. Pryce, and Mr. Corkle.\n                     Arrival of wine, brandy, spermacetti and tallow candles, soap, and loaf sugar.\n                     Competition from new stores in Georgetown. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[949]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of shares in the tobacco warehouse of the Henderson estate purchased by T.\n                     J. [George] Hay has taken the appeal in the Henderson case.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[950]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s accounts. Yellow fever in New York and Philadelphia. Enclosure: account\n                     from 12 July to 9 September. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[951]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. has asked Mr. Gallatin to send Nicholas a copy of the judgment against\n                     Robinsons administration. T. J. comments on the likelihood of war in\n                     Europe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Minor's opinion on whether the Virginia legislature would do anything for\n                     Tom Paine. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[952]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContemporary copy made for Tobias Lear, U.S. consul general to Algiers. The\n                     correspondents try to ameliorate a diplomatic crisis caused by the U.S. seizure\n                     of a Tunisian ship which tried to run a blockade of the Tripolitan harbor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes sketches of ridge beams. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2712]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor phaeton. Five \"figs\" and notes on three sheets. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2713,\n                        N-532]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"A dozen canons of conduct in life.\" \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2714]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill sign papers when he receives balance due. Mentions James Craig, John\n                     Henderson, and James L. Henderson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[953]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnswer delayed by death of younger son. Henderson deeds. Acknowledgment of\n                     Hilsman (i.e. Bennett H.) Henderson delayed until he is of age.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[954]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions to the overseer. Brown (a slave) to go to Mr. Jordan at Lexington.\n                     Purchase of molasses, fish, and other provisions from [George] Jefferson and\n                     [John] Craven. Road repair. Trees to be planted. Payment of debts to James\n                     Walker, Cleviers (?) Duke, Thomas Eston Randolph. Essential to get nail factory\n                     under way to meet debts. Planting of oats, clover, peas. Mentions [Martin]\n                     Dawson, [David] Higginbotham, Gabriel Lilly, Martha Randolph, Jerry and Fanny\n                     (slaves). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[955]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters of Secretary of State. James Madison; Minister Plenipotentiary at\n                     Paris, John Armstrong; and Henry Waddell, in ease of ship New Jersey.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2715]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. thanks Law for the loan of a book and speaks of occupation as a remedy\n                     for ennui.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUrging them to live at peace and cultivate the land. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[956]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Hitch, Master. Ship of New Bedford, Mass. Note on verso, signed by\n                     William Lyman, U.S. Consul at London, transfers command from David Nye, Jr., to\n                     George Hitch, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2716]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for pamphlet on yellow fever. Copies sent to diplomatic agents to\n                     counteract the disastrous effects on commerce produced by other views.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[957]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcceptance of appointment of Collector of the District of Georgetown.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[958]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eParcel from Charles Lewis (her son). Greetings from [Charles L.] Lewis. (her\n                     husband). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[959]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorn. Mr. Reibelt was to order books from France, but Mayer did it instead.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2717]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUrging that there be no duel to settle the quarrel between Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. and John Randolph, but that he seek advice from Peter Carr,\n                     [George?] Divers, and [Wilson Cary] Nicholas. Notices of the matter in the\n                     National Intelligencer and the Enquirer. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[960]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s accounts. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[961]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContemporary copy made for Tobias Lear, U.S. consul general to Algiers. The\n                     correspondents try to ameliorate a diplomatic crisis caused by the U.S. seizure\n                     of a Tunisian ship which tried to run a blockade of the Tripolitan harbor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRoscoe's History of the Pontificate of Leo X compared to Life of Lorenzo de\n                     Medici. Americans do not have time for scientific pursuits.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2718]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBarbecue and an oration in Charlottesville for the Fourth of July. News of Aunt\n                     Jane [Randolph], Aunt Lucy [Lewis], Aunt Harriet [Randolph], and Aunt [Martha]\n                     Carr. Miss Nicholson reports [Albert] Gallatin may not visit Monticello.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[962]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of four barrels of white sugar on Schooner Brothers.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[963]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaving for Edgehill and Monticello. Packages from Richmond. Work at mill,\n                     garden, and by Milton road. Mr. Burwell's horses and slave.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2719]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2720, N-546]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s accounts. Payments to S. H. Smith, Mr. Peal (Rubens Peale?), Mr.\n                     Cheetham and the Washington Academy. Drought in Washington has raised price of\n                     wheat. Package arrived in the Sloop Harmony. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[964]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot remit money. Valuation of the Henderson mill. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[965]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment of T. J.'s note. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[966]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s accounts. Payment to James Brand. Receipt of wine. References to Thomas\n                     Carpenter, Etienne LeMaire, and William Short. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[967]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayments to James Brand, Oliver Evans, Jones \u0026amp; Howell, and Thomas\n                     Carpenter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[968]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Stewart account. Mr. Lilly unavailable. Profit from nailery to apply to\n                     debt. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2721]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMartha Randolph and John (slave?) ill. Theft of money intended for Colonel Van\n                     Ness. Tobacco crop safe. References to Mr. Estis, J. Speir, and [Ralph?]\n                     Wormeley. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[969]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. \"presents his compliments to Capt Andrews \u0026amp; finds on further\n                     examination that his figures must be formed within an outline of 13 Inches\n                     square only they are to be 30 in number.\" The note is probably in reference to\n                     plaster decorations at Monticello.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed to tract of land on the Hardware River in Albemarle County, property in\n                     the town of Milton, a mill seat, property occupied by Thomas Eston Randolph,\n                     land in Kentucky. James Lewis and Matthew Henderson are to pay certain debts to\n                     David Higginbotham, John George, Brown, Rives \u0026amp; Co., Thomas Norvell\n                     \u0026amp; Co., Dr. Charles Everette and others. Witnesses: Henry Medearis,\n                     Flemg. Goolsby, John H. Martin, and Edward Stone. Copy attested by John\n                     Nicholas, Clerk. References to Hill Carter, Shelton Connard, Martha Henderson,\n                     Elizabeth Henderson, James and Richard Smith, and Thomas Wells, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[970]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCol. [Nicholas?] Lewis' daughters and Peyton attacked by fever. Death of Betsy\n                     Lewis. Details of Henderson estate to be settled in case of his death. Attended\n                     by Doctors Coon and Freemon. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[971]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWork delayed on the Randolph house. John's illness. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[972]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppointment of a successor to Robert Purviance. Discord among American officers\n                     in St. Louis. Enquiry for a box sent by Brig Lucy, Capt. Peckham, to Mr.\n                     Patterson, Consul at Nantes. Relations with the Spanish in West Florida and\n                     Louisiana. References to Natchitoches and Bayou Pierre, La.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[973]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Strange not the agent of Donald \u0026amp; Burton, London. Sends letter to\n                     Mr. Brown, plaintiff's attorney, to prevent steps prejudicial to Carr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[974]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCondolences for his loss. Mr. Buchanan's enquiry for package sent by Brig Lucy.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[975]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses letter from his father Thomas Rodney on situation in the West.\n                     Mentions letters from Allan McLane on problems of collecting revenue at port of\n                     Wilmington, and judicial decisions affecting revenue laws. Rodney fears\n                     Judiciary is undermining the Administration. Cevallos ordered all communication\n                     between Madison and Spanish legation turned over to Yrujo. Willingness to\n                     replace Judge William Paterson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2722]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBooks and bill of lading. Encloses draft on U.S. bank at Baltimore.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2723]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for grass, fowls, and flowers. References to Mr. Shoemaker, [Craven]\n                     Peyton, and Martha Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[976]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFederalist libels against Republicans. Interference of churchmen in politics\n                     and corruption of Federalist newspapers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2724]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSchedule of the property of John Henderson, deeds, and papers in trust for\n                     purpose of securing certain moneys to James Lewis and Matthew Henderson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[977]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends Life and Pontificate of Leo X, by way of Ra[lph?] Eddens of Philadelphia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2725]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNail rod. Books from Richmond by Mr. Johnson. Gardening and brickmaking as Mr.\n                     Chisolm directed. Hogs and sheep. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2727]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder on T. J. in favor of Dabney Carr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[979]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eState of T. J.'s finances for the ensuing months. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[980]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosing a draft on T. J. by John Perry, which pays Mrs. Carter for hire of\n                     slaves. Martha Carr mentioned. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[981]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUrges that T. J. run for another term. Notes accomplishments of T. J.'s\n                     administration. Incompetency of Henry Dearborn as Secretary of War. Suggests\n                     Dearborn be made Collector of Boston. Burr Conspiracy. Defenselessness of New\n                     Orleans. References to James Wilkinson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[982]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends civil reforms and legislative action to prevent lawsuits and protect\n                     the citizen; policy on territories. Country loves Jefferson despite hatred of\n                     Federalists. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[983]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment of John Perry's draft on T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[984]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants William Wirt to assist George Hay in suit against John Henderson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[985]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGrant to Nicholas Delong for lands in Ohio.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eYrujo suit against William Duane, editor of the Aurora. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2728]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses draft from John Perry, payable in monthly installments.\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[986]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute between Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. and T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2728-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeclaring his affection and respect. Assurances that he does not think Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph has joined the Federalists. References to Colonel Heath.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[987]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDispute between Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. and T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2728-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by T. J.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHealth and state of mind of Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Joseph brings carriage.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2728-c]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Mann Randolph, Jr.'s regrets for having left T. J. and Randolph's state\n                     of mind. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2728-d]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. writes to his daughter regarding the illness of her husband, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Mann Randolph's illness. Arrival of Mr. Burwell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[988]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppreciates receipt of [James] Workman's pamphlet; disapproves his use of\n                     office as judge to liberate accomplices. Fault in our Constitution in\n                     irresponsible power of the judiciary. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[989]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s headache. Health of Mr. Randolph, Lemaire, and Mr. Freeman.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2729]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuggests sending mare to Eppes, so as not to endanger her foal. Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. s illness. T. J. s headache. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[990]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLost paper found. To Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2730]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering to sell his slave who is the wife of T. J.'s Moses, since Lewis is\n                     moving to Kentucky. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[991]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends course of study for Carr's son, Lewis Carr, preparatory to entrance\n                     at William and Mary. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[992]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWork at mill. Mr. Perry works on scow and Mr. Maddox on toll mill. Thorn\n                     hedges. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2731]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDelays payment of John Perry's draft in favor of Carr because of heavy bills\n                     for wine. Remittance to James Walker as bail for Stewart in return for year's\n                     hire of Melinda (slave?). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[993]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHealth of Francis Eppes II. John Wayles Eppes' mare in good traveling order.\n                     Friendly letter from Bey of Tunis. Despite high opinion of Marshall's\n                     integrity, finds jury in Aaron Burr's trial unfairly weighted with two\n                     Federalists, four Quids, and ten Republicans. Mentions Eppes' slave, Martin.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[994]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePerry's bond. Baltimore creditors of John Speer, assignee, demand Maddox's\n                     draft to E. Alexander which was presented at Monticello. Judgment against\n                     Stewart and Walker. Mentions Melinda and Samuel Carr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2732]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFlood damage to toll mill. Mr. Perry doing scow roof. Hedges. Purchase of\n                     sheep. Mr. Carr's and Mr. Craven's mules. Mentions Mr. Walker.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2734]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses check on the Bank of the U.S. Debt to Barnes. Barnes to collect\n                     Beckley's debt and credit T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2734-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCountersigned by James Madison. For a salivating device. Description of device\n                     by Phoebus. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[995]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMill and canal flooding. Mentions Davy. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2735]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolution of officers sailing to and from ports of Norfolk and Portsmouth.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2736]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePatent for lot in Range Eight, Section Three of the Northwest Territory.\n                     Countersigned by James Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[996]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMonticello barn. Horse mended. Mentions Mr. Perry and James Clark.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2737]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDefense of Fort Norfolk, Craney Island, Elizabeth and James Rivers.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2738]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms for sale of clover and grass seed. Reference to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[997]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for a comb. Heel of shoe needs changing. News of Chesapeake affair.\n                     Fresh meat supply for the summer. Mentions Edmund Bacon. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[998]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInterdiction of British ships-of-war should be strictly enforced. Hopes T. J.\n                     will accept another term; approval of T. J.'s late proclamation and of his\n                     defeat of the Burr Conspiracy. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[999]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRobert Bowie and Mr. Wilkinson invited to dine. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2739]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\u003carchref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e#5533.\u003c/archref\u003e Bill for milk and cream. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2740]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnsign's commission. Countersigned by James Madisom. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2741]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayments to William Pennock of Norfolk and to Jones \u0026amp; Howell of\n                     Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1000]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubscribes to Louis De Tousard's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eAmerican Artillerist's\n                        Companion.\u003c/title\u003e\u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2742]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot undertake the settlement between Col. [Nicholas?] Lewis and Peyton\n                     because of unusual press of public affairs brought on by Chesapeake affair.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1001]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. responds to Cabell's request for an opinion on a Congressional act for\n                     accepting the service of volunteers in the armed services.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2742-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment for clover and greensward seed. Clover to he sent to Burgess Griffin at\n                     Poplar Forest. Mentions Mr. Crouch, Mr. Brown, and Anna Scott Marks.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1002]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Davidson's explanation of enclosed bill of exchange. Damage from storms\n                     near Monticello. Offers draft or a remittance. Enclosure: bill of exchange\n                     drawn by Stephen Cathalan, Jr., on T. J. in favor of Capt. William Hazard.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1003]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinancial matters. T. J.'s fatiguing visit to Bedford County. Order on Jonathan\n                     Smith, of the Bank of Pennsylvania, for Tadeusz Kosciuszko's account.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1004]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo the Governor of Virginia, concerning Lowrie's correspondence. Approves\n                     Cabell's instructions to Major Newton. Provisions for troops. Report from Mr.\n                     Belscher of Gloucester regarding contraventions of the proclamation denying\n                     British vessels the hospitality of American waters. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1005]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnidentified legal matter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2742-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory note on bank of Columbia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2742-c]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of horse. Shipment of harpsichord, table, copying press, and a bust to\n                     Mr. George Jefferson at Richmond. Asks instructions about presses. Acquisition\n                     of Floridas and peace with England very uncertain. Mentions Mr. Coles. Francis\n                     Eppes II, and Mr. and Mrs. Francis Eppes I. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1006]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans for meeting Madison at Montpellier. Mentions Dolly Madison.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1007]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayments to James Carr, Thomas Burress, Jacob Kooper, John Peyton, Richard\n                     Anderson, John Rogers, James Butler. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2743]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[758]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[758]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[758]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to sell Colle to T. J. and to trade other tracts with Mr. Carr. T. J.'s\n                     tenant at Milton, [Richard?] Johnson, has corn and wheat which Edmund Bacon\n                     should call for. Warehouse money all drawn. Firewood cutting prohibited at\n                     Milton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1009]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote payable at Bank of Columbia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2744]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts of Mr. Peyton and cooper. Mr. Craven's tobacco. Timothy planting.\n                     Corn. Work on dam. [Break in text]. Property sale. Mentions Mr. Shoemaker, Mr.\n                     Perry. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2745]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDebts will not permit him to buy Colle. Instructions regarding corn and wheat\n                     to be delivered to Edmund Bacon. Purchase of the right of James Lewis and\n                     Matthew Henderson in the Bennett Henderson estate. Joseph C. Cabell might buy\n                     Peyton's land. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1010]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClearance papers for Brig Alexander, William Miller Captain, bound for\n                     Guadeloupe. Countersigned by James Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1011]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Dangerfield's slaves. Disagreement with England. Amendment of the\n                     Constitution for removal of judges, and Senate proposal for appointment of\n                     judges. Mentions L. W. Dangerfield and Sarah Dangerfield.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2745-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDavy to Washington. Corn from Mr. Craven, Robert Teril, Robert Burress, Mr.\n                     Peyton. Stewart drunk and working poorly. Garden work. No work at cooper's\n                     shop, Belt's home, or head gate. Mr. Maddox broke arm. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2746]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms for cutting firewood on Jefferson's land near Milton.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1012]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney to be sent by Mr. Craven. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2747]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveying shares of Frances L., Lucy L., and Nancy Henderson in the estate of\n                     their father, Bennett Henderson, signed by John Henderson as guardian .\n                     Witnesses: Fleming Turner, M[artin] Dawson, James Bullock. Receipt from\n                     Henderson for money paid by Peyton on the above. Witness: Fleming Turner.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1013]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of farewell upon leaving for mouth of Cumberland River. Mr. Peyton's\n                     goodness to her. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1014]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDavy bringing box of articles furnished by Dr. Ott. Lead has left Philadelphia.\n                     Has sent Mr. Bacon books and other packages for Monticello to be stored in\n                     greenhouse. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2747-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Dangerfield's runaway slaves. Mr. Belt wants new bolting cloth. Davy, not\n                     Mr. Perry, can make addition to the nursery. Mr. Grady's money.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2748]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote payable at Bank of Columbia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2749]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRunaway slaves not at Mrs. Dangerfield's. Wants T. J. to prevent his being made\n                     a soldier. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2750]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Lewis' account for turkeys, bacon, oats, and vegetables gotten by Edmund\n                     Bacon, Mr. Freeman, and Mr. Lilly. Hogs. Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. took two\n                     wagon horses. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2751]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s health. David and William Randolph in bankruptcy. Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph's responsibilities. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1015]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from a loyal but crackpot Republican. Advises annexation of the\n                     Floridas, but Canada and Nova Scotia \"a dred to our union\" if taken. Evils of\n                     the Quakers and Methodists in attacks on T. J. Mentions General Lyman, James\n                     Madison, William Thornton, William B. Giles, and [John] Pope.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1016]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppointment of Benjamin Waterhouse, who introduced vaccination in this country,\n                     to the Marine Hospital of Boston. T. J. Randolph's prospective trip to\n                     Philadelphia. Mr. Rose's mission. Embargo. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1017]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. asks Taylor to contact Martin and ask him to make a drill, which T. J.\n                     will send to the agricultural society of Paris.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOwes John Carr. Peter Minor buys nails from penitentiary. [Break in text].\n                     Runaway slaves. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2752]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Belt keeping his horse at the mill. Bigtail sheep flock increasing.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2753]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEllen's and her own education. Flowers, trees, and vines at Edgehill: cypress\n                     vine, prickly ash trees, mignonette, marigold. Lucy Lewis has gone to Kentucky.\n                     References to Virginia and Mary Randolph, Mrs. [Nicholas?] Lewis, and Aunt Jane\n                     [Randolph]. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1018]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTreaties with Ottowas, Chippewas, Wyandots, and Potawatomis. made at Detroit,\n                     and with Choctaws at Pooshapukanuck. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2754]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGoods to Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson, Richmond, by Capt. Johnson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2755]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePeas, roses, and amaryllis in her gardens. Reported engagement of Evalina\n                     Bolling to Mr. Garett (Alexander Garrett?) of Charlottesville.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1020]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Beverley Randolph, who is living in young Nourse's place. Broken\n                     seal and watch key. Mentions Dolly Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1021]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStewart's account. Dinsmore levels land. Corn from Mr. Mullins. Needs nail rod,\n                     as George Jefferson has none at Richmond. Mentions Mr. Walker, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA small slip of paper, with ends sealed together by wax to form a circular\n                     wrapper. On the outside T. J. has written \"Daugherty Joseph Acct. \u0026amp;\n                     Vouchers. 1808.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThorn hedges. Sowing oats in field bought from Mr. Craven. Corn planting. Small\n                     ewe that had been at Alexander's died. Joe wants tin for coopers.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2757]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck on the Bank of the U.S. for Burgess Griffin. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2757-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCompromise between Republicans and Quids in Lancaster, Pa., caucus for\n                     electors. Madison's chances in Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Delaware.\n                     References to George Clinton, James Madison, James Monroe, and Simon Snyder.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1022]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFirst principle of our government: the will of the majority.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1023]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for corn. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[758]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDavy brings horse. Gardening. Mentions Mr. Chisolm and Mr. Dinsmore. Needs nail\n                     rod. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2758]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for corn. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[758]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDavy brings horse. T. J. comes later. Peter Hemings should cook for T. J., and\n                     Wormly should tend horses. Mentions Mr. Price. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2759]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurveying land touching Elkhill between Byrd Creek and James River, bought from\n                     D. Ross. Meredith Price survey not correct. Cannot locate marker tree on\n                     Joshua's branch. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2760]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor November 1798 through July 1806, signed by James Lyle. Records payments\n                     from Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson and C. Clarke. Mentions bonds for Mrs. Jane\n                     Jefferson and bond to Richard Harvie. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1024]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe will of T. J.'s brother. Land and slaves to be divided equally among five\n                     sons, Thomas, Robert Lewis, Field, [Isham] Randolph, and [James] Lilburne\n                     Jefferson. Executors named: Harding Yerkins, Robert Craig, Robert Lewis\n                     Jefferson, and T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1025]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrancis Wayles's education and T. J.'s new horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppoints Robert H. Jones of Warrenton, [N. C.], District Attorney for North\n                     Carolina. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1026]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Peyton's account. Jerry gone to Bedford. Canal and boat. Mr. Maddox works\n                     at stables. Mentions horses, Mr. Chisolm. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2761]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrown needs money from Bishop. Slaves working for Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.,\n                     and cutting oats. River and canal. Parney corn. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2762]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. sends instructions on paying notes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. thanks Pelham for his specimen passages written in several phonetic\n                     alphabets and notes Voltaire's efforts to reform the French language. He asks\n                     Pelham to send him Austin's book on the human character of Jesus. Also included\n                     is a notebook, 1808, of sample alphabets sent by Pelham to T. J.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThreat of insurrection by Boston Tories if importation of flour from southern\n                     states is stopped. Instructions to Dearborn for War Department action.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1027]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBoston opposition to stoppage of importation of flour. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1028]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDifficulties in execution of the Embargo Act. References to Orders in Council\n                     and to the Napoleonic Decrees. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1029]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo the Governor of Massachusetts, concerning enforcement of the Embargo.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1030]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHomer, Vergil, Lucan, Claudian, Silius Italicus, Ovid, Juvenal, Perseus,\n                     Horace, Seneca the tragedian, Plautus, Terence, Ausonius, Caesar, Suetonius,\n                     Tacitus, Justin, Sallust, Boethius, Cicero, Hippocrates. Also, Greek and Latin\n                     New Testaments and Orthodoxa Symbola. Printers: Elzevir, Morelli, and Jansson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2763]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrival of boxes. Purchase of a horse for T. J. from Richard Thweatt.\n                     References to [Thomas] Bell, Mr. Eggleston, Francis Eppes, and Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1031]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding a breach of duty by one of the U. S. Collectors.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1032]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to transfer Page's office of Commissioner of Loans for Virginia to his\n                     son, Francis, because of Page's ill health. Page's endorsement: \"Most generous\n                     \u0026amp; consolatory to me!!\" \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1033]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBinds Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha Jefferson Randolph, and affianced\n                     couple. Transfers Poplar Forest, Bedford County, lands to Bankhead. Verso:\n                     mathematical calculation and T. J.'s presidential mailing address.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2764]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of horse. Marriage of Anne Randolph and Charles L. Bankhead. Action\n                     regarding the Embargo, Orders-in-Council, and Napoleon's decrees. Resistance to\n                     Napoleon in Spain. Reference to George Canning. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1034]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHorse purchased for T. J., paid by draft on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson, and\n                     forwarded by Martin, together with a petrified snake. References to Mr.\n                     Williams and Martha Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1035]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGravy spoons to be converted into dessert spoons. Difficulties with his new\n                     horse. References to J. Peyton, Mr. Shoemaker, [Edmund] Bacon, James Madison,\n                     and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1036]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMill dam. Garden work. Corn prices. Money for Johnson. Horse Fitch Partner\n                     lame. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2765]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s papers. Construction of his mouldboard plow. Pleased to hear of the\n                     dynamometer. References to [William?] Meriwether and Nicholas Lewis.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1037]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpoons and hooks for Thomas J. Randolph forwarded. Wine bottling. Remedies for\n                     T. J.'s rheumatism. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1038]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. asks Randolph to send his watch with either Dr. Porter or Dr. Say, who\n                     will be coming for the sitting of Congress. He also asks Randolph to have Mr.\n                     McAlister, an optician, make a magnifying glass and includes a small sketch of\n                     the design. T. J. encloses ten dollars for two alabaster lamps.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Martha J. Randolph. Bundle sent to Philadelphia, as well as box of\n                     books from Milton. Forgot to pack some Buffon volumes. T. J. wants his mamaluke\n                     bit plated in Philadelphia. Dr. Rush praises T. J. Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2766]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWatch repair. Will send to New York for crystal seal. Cannot get Bell's\n                     Anatomy; using Fyfe. Mentions Voight, Dr. Porter, Dr. Mitchell.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2767]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveying the mill site of the Bennett Henderson estate. Witnessed by Charles\n                     D. Thomas, N. K. Thomas, Joel Shiflett, and Whittiker Carter. Recorded 4 April\n                     1809 by John Nicholas, Clerk of Albemarle County Court. Mentions John Henderson\n                     and Matthew Henderson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1039]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProgress in Medical School. References to Philip S. Physick, James Woodhouse,\n                     Caspar Wistar, and Benjamin Say. Purchase of Bell's Anatomy.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1040]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote to Mrs. Carter for John Pace's and Nicholas Gianniny's corn. Mr. Lammons,\n                     stone mason, not yet working. Davy wants to see his wife Christmas. [Break in\n                     text]. Mentions miller and Robert Teril. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2768]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMachinery used in T. J.'s mill was patented by Evans. T. J. to pay Evans'\n                     agent, John Moody, by draft on U.S. Bank at Philadelphia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2769]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting that he make payments to Mr. McAlister and Mr. Pemberton. Shipment\n                     of a polygraph to [Rubens?] Peale. Advice on notetaking, with Sallust and\n                     Tacitus as models. Counsels reserve on political subjects.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1041]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Walker's directions for bolting cloth. Garden work. Capt. Davis' money for\n                     livestock from Hancocke Allen's sale. Nail rod. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2770]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks T. J. for payment sent to his agent, John Moody, for use in T. J.'s mill\n                     of machinery patented by Evans. Mentions Congressional act concerning his\n                     patents. His belief that the Mississippi River can be navigated with boats\n                     propelled by steam. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2771]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. regrets not being able to assist in giving the license solicited by [J.\n                     C.] Cruger. Comments on Martha Jefferson Randolph and her large family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorn purchases, involving Higginbotham and Pace. Garden work. Returning from\n                     Washington, found steer left by Mr. Freeman with Mr. Willis near Orange Court\n                     House. Nail rod. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2772]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces Alexander Wilson, to discuss birds with Mr. Coffer.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2773]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmallpox vaccine from Dr. Wistar for Edgehill. Funds with Mr. Peale. Homespun\n                     from Philadelphia. Mentions Mr. Ronaldson, clothes merchant.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2774]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs reading Dramatic Dialogues, a gift from Mrs. Smith to Ellen.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1019]\u003c/bibref\u003e and \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1042]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill keep a watchful eye on T. J. Randolph. Evil of polemical debate.\n                     References to Anne Cary Randolph Bankhead and John Bankhead.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1043]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDavy leaves today. Nathaniel Hooe's runaway slave, Gabril, working for Bacon.\n                     Hooe agrees to Bacon's hiring Gabril for the coming year. Garden work.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2775]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInsurrection in Amherst. Payments to Mr. McAlister and Mr. Purke. References to\n                     Mr. Pemberton, [Rubens?] Peale. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1044]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDavy left before aspens ready. Killed slaves' dogs. Debates planting flax and\n                     cotton. Mr. Watkins comes. Phill Hubbard and Bedford Davy to do sawing.\n                     Mentions Mr. Chisolm, garden work, and Sheppard. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2776]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest that T. J. inform [Andrew] Benade of money in Philadelphia bank;. Hopes\n                     to have Henderson suit dismissed in Court of Appeals. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1045]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests for money received by Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Innoculation of\n                     Jefferson, Virginia, and Anne Randolph. Reference to Mr. Hackley.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1046]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetermination to sell Varina to pay his debts, possibly to a Mr. Patterson.\n                     Prefers to sell property rather than slaves. Reference to Wilson C. Nicholas.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1047]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft to Craven Peyton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2776-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson. Remittance to [Andrew] Benade. Wishes to\n                     sell part of Henderson's land between Colle and Milton, Va., to pay his debts.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1048]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney from George Jefferson in Richmond. Money due Johnson Rowe, Richard\n                     Johnson, Anderson Rowe, Charles Houchens, and John Pace. Washington lamb flock.\n                     Purchases from Mr. Higginbotham at Milton. Garden work. Mr. Watkins arrived.\n                     Stone masons working. Davy brought no raspberries. Mrs. Dangerfield's slaves.\n                     Runaway slave. T. J. note mentions Nicholas Giannini. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2777]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of Resolutions of the Republican Citizens of Boston. Will\n                     of the majority must prevail. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1049]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of the Bennett Henderson estate lands owned by T. J. Better sale to people\n                     north of the Susquehanna. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1050]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGarden work. Nail making. Mr. Watkins took Sheppard, navy, and Bartlet. Moses,\n                     Joe, Jim Hubbard, Lewis, John, Wormly, and Wagner Davy working.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2778]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions for selling portion of Henderson property. [Andrew] Benade\n                     acknowledged receipt of money. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1051]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePermission granted to study in the Philosophical Society. Trip to Washington.\n                     References to Caspar Wistar and [Rubens?] Peale. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1052]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo Milton mail. Wants wool sample from Merino sheep. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2779]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft on Office of Discount and Deposit, Washington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2779-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft on Office of Discount and Deposit, Washington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2779-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft on Office of Discount and Deposit, Washington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2779-c]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s bread buying. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2780]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWool sample enclosed. Corn buying. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2781]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for Mr. Moultree, son of Dr. James Moultree. Introducing Beverley\n                     Randolph, Martha's nephew. Innoculation of Benjamin and James. Geraniums, arbor\n                     vitae, and sweet-scented grass. Books for Mary Randolph. Hammocks sent by\n                     William Brown from Campeachy (i.e. Campeche) to Mrs. [Elizabeth] Trist.\n                     Mentions David R. Williams. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1053]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBacon's trip to Washington delayed until arrival of Milton post. Wagon to carry\n                     corn and oats for horses, and bacon. Fodder, only, to be purchased on road. 8\n                     horses and mules expected. 8 horses and 8 people returning to Monticello.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2781-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[Break in text]. Ditch digging and fence building. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2782]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSecretary, Mr. Coles, carries public dispatches. Losses of exports caused by\n                     embargo. U.S. may enter war if enemies' edicts not repealed before Congress\n                     meets. Kosciuszko's financial affairs. John Barnes disabled. Retirement from\n                     Presidency imminent. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2782-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., care of Mr. Barker.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2783]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for wild geese, summer duck, balsam, cassia tree, sunbriar, and mammoth\n                     apple tree. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1054]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApproval of the Embargo and measures to avert war. Disapproval of conduct of\n                     Federalists and of action of members of Connecticut legislature in declaring\n                     acts of Congress unconstitutional; present convention represents individual\n                     opinion, not official action. Mentions George Washington. Signed by Jabez\n                     Fitch, Chairman. Attested copy by Jonathan Low, Secretary.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1055]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBills and accounts submitted by Barnes as financial and purchasing agent for T.\n                     J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1069]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBills and accounts submitted by Barnes as financial and purchasing agent for T.\n                     J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1069]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpressing her thanks to President Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1056]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUrges Connecticut Republicans to pledge themselves to the preservation of the\n                     union and the enforcement of its laws. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1057]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces John Bradbury, to study natural history of Louisiana. The Life and\n                     Pontificate of Leo X. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2784]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElias Boudinot to leave mint. Offers job to Patterson, allowing him also to\n                     continue work at the College (University of Pennsylvania).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2785]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote payable at Office of Discount and Deposit. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2786]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUrges his support of Madison. Revoking of British Orders-in-Council and the\n                     Napoleonic decrees. Possibility of war. Annexation of the Floridas and Cuba.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1058]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArticles received from Etienne LeMaire. Complains that he has not heard from\n                     Martha, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Ellen, Anne, or Mr. Bankhead. Mentions Dr.\n                     Barton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1059]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReasons why he has not written. Death of Dr. Woodhouse. Plans for T. J. R.'s\n                     return home. Payment of T. J. R.'s expenses. Book for Mary. References to\n                     [Rubens?] Peale, Etienne LeMaire. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1060]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists four persons fined for importing goods prohibited by the Embargo\n                     including T. J. who was fined $12.50 for goods brought on the \"Recovery.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses a fair price for the sale of Natural Bridge and surrounding\n                     acreage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopies of accounts sent to T. J. by John Barnes, who handled Kosciuszko's\n                     financial affairs for Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1070]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes to sell some of Jefferson's land to John Akers. Is being pushed by\n                     creditors; would like to transfer titles to Henderson lands to Jefferson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1061]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeclaration that Peyton not held responsible if Frances, Lucy, or Nancy C.\n                     Henderson should fail to ratify the sale of their shares in the Bennett\n                     Henderson estate when they come of age. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1062]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. has sent a basket of ripe figs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEdward Coles reports Madison goes to Washington. Benjamin Franklin Randolph\n                     ill, T. J. may go without Martha Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2787]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Thomas Mann Randolph, half-brother of T. J.'s son-in-law of the\n                     same name. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1063]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProvisions for winter from Mrs. Lewis. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2788]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting gig harness needed to visit wife's brother, who is dying.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1064]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of Francis Eppes II. Disappointment at offers of British Minister, Francis\n                     J. Jackson. Reference to Virginia Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1065]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends gig harness by Squire (slave). Invitation to Randolph and his sister\n                     (Anna Marks?) to visit Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1066]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDifference of opinion regarding an office for John Garland Jefferson. Sorry to\n                     have missed him in Amelia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1067]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges T. J. letter of December 16 admonishing him for resigning from\n                     Congress. Ill health reason for leaving. Opposed to embargo. Prefers war rather\n                     than appeasement. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2788-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport on the corn, wheat, and tobacco crops. Plastering work at Poplar Forest.\n                     Samuel Scott has begun building illegally on Stith's entry. References to\n                     [Samuel J.] Harrison, Mr. Richer son (Richardson?), and Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1068]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2789, N-547]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand in Albemarle County from N. Lewis, Overton, Carter, Wells, and Brown.\n                     Lands identified by names Tufton, Portobello, Monticello, Hendersons,\n                     Ingrahams, Milton, Shadwell, Lego, Shadwell Mountain, Pouncey's, Limestone\n                     (Sharp's), Hardware. Lands in Bedford and Campbell Counties: Dan Robinson,\n                     Poplar Forest, Tomahawk, Callaway Patent, John Robinson's, Buffalo, Johnson.\n                     Lists slaves by date of birth. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2789-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-487]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists slaves. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2791]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerns the will of R. S. (Richard Stith?). Summons by Mr. Ladd to Richmond to\n                     state the accounts. Correct date supplied by T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1071]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittance owed to General Kosciuszko. T. J.'s accounts. Remittance from Mrs.\n                     Beckley. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1072]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcademy in Frederick County. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2793]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. writes to Eppes on the ill-effects of long speeches in the House of\n                     Representatives and encloses a letter from Francis Eppes [not present].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson by John Barnes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1073]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRelease to be executed for Colonel Bentley. Passage of Nathaniel Macon's\n                     bill.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongratulations on good crops. Loss on General Kosciuszko's mislaid\n                     certificates. Payment from Mrs. Beckley delayed. Includes John Barnes' account\n                     with General Kosciuszko, 1809-1810. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1075]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDid not offer John Garland Jefferson a job because of self-made rule not to\n                     give an office to a relative. Discussion of nepotism. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1076]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment of General Kosciuszko, mentioning Baring Brothers, Bowie \u0026amp;\n                     Kurtz, and Hoffingan \u0026amp; Co. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1077]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains reticence in writing candidly while in Presidency. War in Europe.\n                     Chesapeake affair. U.S. preparations for defense: military stores, sulphur,\n                     arms, artillery, founderies, military school, soldiers, seaport defenses at New\n                     York and New Orleans, gunboats. Recommendations to Congress for settlement of\n                     territory of Orleans by land grants not carried out, nor classing of militia by\n                     age. Privateers and pirates. Admiration of Madison. Retirement to Monticello,\n                     family, books. Schedule of day spent in correspondence, shops, garden, on\n                     horseback at farms, society of friends, and reading. Health. Discusses ploughs,\n                     harrows, seeding, harvesting, and politics with his neighbors. Education of\n                     young men living at Charlottesville. Personal finances and debt. John Barnes,\n                     Kosciuszko's stock, and T. J.'s financial indebtedness to Kosciuszko.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2793-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePros and cons of T. J. R.'s proposal to study half of each day in his own room.\n                     References to Mr. Girardin and to Mr. Wood. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1078]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft received from Charles Johnston. No news of Shoemaker's flour.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1079]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. thanks Fulton for his pamphlets on the torpedo. T. J. states that \"your\n                     torpedoes will be to cities what vaccination has been to mankind.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment to Jones 8; Howell. Receipt of plaster of Paris for T. J.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1080]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA summary of T. J.'s accounts with Shoemaker who leased Shadwell Mills,\n                     1809-1810.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrouble with his knee. Arrangements with England for European trade. Plan to\n                     meet T. J. at Eppington. References to [Charles?] Pinckney, Wellesley, David\n                     Erskine, and Francis Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1081]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. requests shipment of the fifth volume of Scott's Bible, and declining to\n                     purchase any other books.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest that T. J. send Francis Eppes to Eppington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1082]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBusiness with Mr. Ladd delayed by rheumatism. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1083]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of oil. Plans for summer vacation. Confined to bed by cut of Achilles\n                     tendon. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1084]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment due the executors of John Fleming's estate for purchase of \"Ursala\"\n                     should be applied to the debt Fleming owed the Wayles estate. References to\n                     Martha Wayles and her first husband, Bathurst Skelton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1085]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVisit to Monticello delayed by broken axletree. Mentions Captain Patterson of\n                     Warren, Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1086]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to visit Monticello before T. J. leaves for Poplar Forest.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1087]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends correspondence with Thomas Cooper, one of the ablest men in America.\n                     Mentions Joseph Priestley. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1088]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSeeds care of Collector of Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2794]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnwillingness to enter into an agreement with Judge Cooper regarding collection\n                     of minerals. His knowledge only that of an amateur. His collection lent to\n                     William and Mary and to [Louis H.?] Girardin. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1089]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Ladd's report regarding debt due the Wayles estate from the Fleming estate.\n                     Requests hiring of an associate in Richmond, George Hay or Mr. Williams.\n                     Mentions Edmund Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1090]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds due Thaddeus Kosciuszko paid to John Barnes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2795]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Mrs. Charles L. Lewis. Move to Kentucky and conditions there. Loss of\n                     slaves. Poor financial condition. Indebtedness to Mr. Peyton Asks T. J.'s\n                     intervention also, Uncle Randolph, Mr. Randolph, P. Carr, and D. Carr. Mentions\n                     Aunt Carr, Mrs. Randolph, and Polly Carr. Description of Ohio River, shovel\n                     fish, buffalo fish, carp, and other fish. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2795-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eObservance of written law must at times give way to laws of necessity. Examples\n                     from Washington's actions at Yorktown and happenings in his own administration.\n                     References to Aaron Burr, purchase of Florida, John Randolph, Chesapeake\n                     Affair, and James Wilkinson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1091]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInformation as to whether Edward Livingston could maintain an action in\n                     Richmond for a trespass committed in New Orleans (Batture controversy).\n                     Consultation with James Madison, Robert Smith, and Albert Gallatin on this\n                     matter. Recommends Levi Lincoln to replace the deceased William Cushing on the\n                     Supreme Court. References to George Hay, William Wirt, and L. W. Tazewell.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1092]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. requests sash planes and templates so Johnny Hemings can proceed with\n                     sash doors for Poplar Forest. Send by stage to the care of [David]\n                     Higginbotham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShipment of window glass by [John] Craven. Mentions Mr. Shoemaker.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1093]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDenies that must build canal lock at order of Directors of Rivanna Company.\n                     Crown grant makes river T. J.'s land, and inquests agreed that T. J.'s dam does\n                     not interfere with rights of others. Rappahannock River and Appomattox Mills\n                     disputes. Mentions Henry Williams, Milton, and Secretary's Ford.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2796]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of two ewes for himself and six for Col. [William?] Fontaine.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1094]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReporting sale of Eppington plantation and removal to Mill Brook. Money due\n                     from the Wayles estate to the Hanbury estate. Mr. Robertson doubtful that T. J.\n                     will receive any of debt owed to him. Plans for Francis' visit to Monticello\n                     when John Wayles Eppes is in Washington. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1095]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefuses subscription to \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eThe Columbian,\u003c/title\u003e\n                     preferring local newspapers, Tacitus, and Horace. Presents tribute to the\n                        \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eBee,\u003c/title\u003e Holt's former paper.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1096]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. asks Gelston, collector of the Port of New York, to forward a plough\n                     purchased by John Armstrong in France to Richmond in care of Gibson \u0026amp;\n                     Jefferson who will pay freight.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveying the tract of land in Bedford County received from T. J. Land surveyed\n                     by Joseph Slaughter, bounded by the lands of John Watts, Mr. Ballard, Mr.\n                     Burton, Mr. Hobson, and Mr. Moseley. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1097]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRight of way over T. J.'s canal and river holdings from Secretary's Ford to\n                     Sandv Falls at Shadwell. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2798]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses material on the boundaries of Louisiana. (For enclosure, see 15\n                     January 1804). Advises seizure of East Florida immediately to forestall Great\n                     Britain. Francis Eppes' education. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1098]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s order on Jonathan Smith, cashier of the Bank of Pennsylvania, for\n                     payment to Kosciuszko. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1099]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturning a pamphlet that was in the hands of [Henry] Clay. Predicts failure of\n                     the bill for renewal of charter of the Bank of the United States.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1100]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDissents with Tracy regarding preference of plural over a single executive.\n                     Importance of state governments as barriers of liberty. Dangers of and\n                     securities against secession. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1101]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDemonstration of instrument error at noon. Possibly an attempt by T. J. to\n                     determine the latitude of Poplar Forest. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2799]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of charges to ship flour from Lynchburg to Richmond: toll and drayage,\n                     storage and cooperage, and market price at Richmond, written on verso of flour\n                     shipping bill. Mentions corn, wheat, and Morris and Dunnington.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2799-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers aid to Rivanna Navigation Company, since his mill dam is an obstruction\n                     in the river. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1102]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNautical Almanac. Mentions John Garnett's edition and English edition.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2799-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongratulations on his being named to the Lisbon consulship. Instructions\n                     regarding the proprieties of accepting his commission. Order for turpentine to\n                     fight scab in his sheep flock. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1103]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReasons why Patrick Gibson (an Englishman by birth) cannot be appointed consul\n                     at Lisbon instead of George Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1104]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of horse from Mr. Clarkson. Thanks for beans. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1105]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlan of orchard with note on how vacancies are to be filled.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1106]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill pay in Richmond installments due for the land. Burgess Griffin has not yet\n                     finished prizing the tobacco into casks. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1107]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill be glad to have payment for land through Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson,\n                     Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1108]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpposition to Madison in Congress. Request for melon seeds. Wheat and tobacco\n                     crop. Francis Eppes to return with Tom. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1109]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Johnson of Milton moving T. J.'s crop. Letter for James Oldham. Samuel\n                     J. Harrison, in charge of T. J.'s Bedford tobacco, is to place money on one of\n                     T. J.'s accounts. Bedford flour. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2800]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment to General Kosciuszko doubtful because of difficulties in remitting\n                     bills of exchange. Tobacco withheld from shipment because of the precarious\n                     foreign situation. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1110]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[George?] Divers and [Nimrod?] Bramham unwilling to help in subscription to\n                     relieve William Duane. Little help expected from William Wirt.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1111]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopies of accounts sent to T. J. by John Barnes, who handled Kosciuszko's\n                     financial affairs for Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1070]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange drawn by Bowie \u0026amp; Kurtz on William Murdock, London,\n                     sent to Hoffingan \u0026amp; Co., Paris, General Kosciuszko's banker. Debt owned\n                     by Mrs. Beckley. Draft from Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1112]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrevious letter under State Department dispatches via John Armstrong or David\n                     Ballie Warden. War between England and France; U.S. adherence to peace. U.S.\n                     economy. Extinction of national debt. Imported items only to be taxed. Self\n                     sufficiency of household manufacturing means poor only have to pay salt tax.\n                     Revenues applied to canals, roads, schools. Quaker system. Happiness and\n                     prosperity of citizens are first duties of government. Anti-war sentiments.\n                     Revolutions in Spanish America. John Barnes and Kosciuszko's financial affairs.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2800-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2801, N-548]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests information regarding amount of land deeded for him by James L.\n                     Henderson. Wishes to dispose of his Milton holdings; fears James deeded more\n                     than he should have. Requests forwarding of two protested notes given by John\n                     Henderson to him, one on James and one on Isham Henderson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1113]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-549]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBills of exchange, one under Secretary of State's dispatches. Mentions Joel\n                     Barlow and John Barnes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2801-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on the book \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eThe Modern Griselda, A Tale\u003c/title\u003e\n                     by Maria Edgeworth. Brief life of the flowers compared to man's existence.\n                     Speaks of his own death. References to John Bankhead, Charles Bankhead,\n                     Cornelia Randolph, and Ellen Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1114]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMrs. Edgeworth's Moral Tales. Virginia and Mary taking care of Cornelia's\n                     silkworm. Mrs. Higginbotham gave dolls. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2802]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s accounts, with references to General Kosciuszko, Mr. Barry, Gibson\n                     \u0026amp; Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1115]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests his attendance to help Mr. Salmonds in the construction of a pierhead.\n                     Mentions James Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1116]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Bankhead declines purchase of William Short's lands. Bankhead attempting\n                     to fix sale price for his land in Bedford County to [William?] Radford. Colonel\n                     Randolph's success with the mill. Mentions Charles Clay.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1117]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. sends Peter Minor a bottle of oil from a wooden press which he prefers to\n                     that produced by an iron press.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDifficulties in making remittances to General Kosciuszko by a bill of exchange.\n                     Growth of Washington as a commercial city compared with Baltimore and\n                     Alexandria. Offers to supply T. J. with every article, wet or dry.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1118]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReticent tone of letters during Presidency based on fear correspondence might\n                     fall into hands of English or French. Kosciuszko's financial affairs. Mentions\n                     Joel Barlow, David Ballie Warden, John Barnes, and London.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2802-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest that Mr. Warden take to France a copy of the Review of Montesquieu.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1119]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGift of figs. Accepts offer of cucumbers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1120]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests delivery of merino ram to which he is entitled.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1121]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemedy for curing diseased ewes. Visit to Bedford delayed by attack of\n                     rheumatism. Martha Randolph and Martha Carr ill. References to Col. [Miles]\n                     Cary and Mrs. Cary. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1122]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed to all shares of property purchased from heirs of Bennett Henderson,\n                     deceased. Witnessed by H. Peyton, Thomas Jefferson [son of Randolph Jefferson],\n                     and John B. Stout. Recorded by John Nicholas and attested by Alexander Garrett,\n                     Clerks of Albemarle County. Mentions: Bennett H., Charles, Eliza, Elizabeth,\n                     Frances, Isham, James L., John, Lucy, and Nancy Henderson, Sarah Henderson\n                     Kerr, Richard Anderson, Joseph Brand, James Bramham, John R. Kerr, James Lewis,\n                     and Richard Seabrook. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1123]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill meet Clay at Double Branches in road. Dinner with Mr. Steptoe.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2803]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayments for Burgess Griffin's purchases for Poplar Forest. Hopes for partial\n                     payment from sale of wheat now in Mr. Mitchell's hands. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1124]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. while confined with rheumatism amused himself by \"calculating the hour\n                     lines of a dial for the latitude of this place.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubmitting, in accordance with Association rules, a copy of a Fourth of July\n                     address by Benjamin A. Markley. Signed for the Association by Joseph Johnson,\n                     J. B. White, William Lance, Joseph Kirkland, and Myer Moses.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1125]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends fine boar pig of Chinese or Parkinson breed, recommended by Judge\n                     [David?] Holmes and General Smith of Winchester, Va. Martha Carr dying.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1126]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. asks for the address of James Lyon and thanks Granger for a postbook.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEppes, aged ten, writes to his grandfather, mentioning Martha Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1127]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of their sister, Martha Carr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1128]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWingfield to conduct funeral of Martha Jefferson Carr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2804]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Jefferson to sell lot in Richmond which T. J. bought from Col. Byrd.\n                     Boundaries formerly owned by Patrick Cutts and Robert C. Nicholas, later by Mr.\n                     Ambler. Other lots at Beverly town, Westham, including ferry landing.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2805]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of their sister Martha Carr. Busy getting wheat to Richmond market,\n                     sowing new crop. Recent illness. Mentions Mr. Pryor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1130]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. requests Simms' assistance in having \"a cask of wine, a box of marble, a\n                     box of olives, and a bag of almonds\" shipped from Alexandria to Richmond in\n                     care of Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand on James River at Richmond. Mentions Robert Carter Nicholas. Witnessed by\n                     Coleman Estes, Charles Vest, David Huckstep, and John Burks.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2806]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends papers dealing with dispute with Samuel Scott regarding land in Campbell\n                     County. List of papers: Richard Tullos' and T. J.'s patents, surveys by William\n                     P. Martin, Richard Smith (Stith?), and Edmund Tate. (See July 1812 for copies\n                     of some of these.) Mentions Burgess Griffin. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1131]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning the break between John Adams and himself. Expresses willingness to\n                     resume correspondence should the occasion arise, but will not include Abigail\n                     Adams in this \"fusion of mutual affection\". Reference to Mr. Coles.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1132]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveying land in Bedford County in execution of certain covenants entered into\n                     by Charles L. Bankhead and Anne Randolph Bankhead. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1133]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders thread. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2807]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. informs his overseer that the slaves and stock have arrived safely from\n                     Poplar Forest and that he will send Dick (a slave) back with a load of goods.\n                     He suggests that carts rather than wagons be constructed to haul wheat and\n                     tobacco to market in Richmond. Mentions Mr. Darnell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1134]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe note, in T. J.'s hand, identifies the manuscript by Destutt de Tracy.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1135]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeeds, surveys, plats, field notes, memoranda. In 1811 a boundary dispute which\n                     arose with Samuel Scott, one of the abutting property owners (who was believed\n                     to have encroached on land Jefferson had sold to Samuel J. Harrison of\n                     Lynchburg) involved searching of all early patents and surveys in the\n                     neighborhood, some dating from 1762. In 1811 also, Jefferson was engaged in\n                     road building and other extensive improvement on his Poplar Forest tract. Some\n                     of the documents are mathematical calculations and field notes, others are\n                     elaborately certified surveys. The following names in the documents as\n                     landowners, surveyors, witnesses, etc.: Mr. Antrim, Mr. Atkins, Mr. Ballard,\n                     Charles L. Bankhead, Bedford County, Mr. Blankenship, Absalom Bradley, Mr.\n                     Brian, Mr. Brooks, Mr. Brown, Richard Callaway, Campbell County, G. Carr, Mr.\n                     Chetwood (Chitwood), Isham Chisholm, [Bowling] Clarke, [Charles] Clay, Samuel\n                     Cobb, Mr. Couch, Mr. Davies, Jarvis Dawson, Will Drew, I. Frost, J. Frost, Fry\n                     \u0026amp; Company, B. Griffin, Mr. Gill, Jeremiah Goodman, Mr. Hardwick,\n                     Gilbert Harold, Samuel J. Harrison, Ben Howard, James Hubbard, Benjamin\n                     Johnson, Christopher Johnson, Jarvis Johnson, Richard Johnson, Mr. Jones,\n                     Lunenberg County, Charles Lynch, William P. Martin, Mr. Mitchell, Mr. Moreman,\n                     Thomas Moseley, Mr. Murray, John Organ, M. Pate, Mr. Penn, Reuben Perry,\n                     William Radford, Thomas Jefferson Randolph, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Mr.\n                     Robertson, Daniel Robinson, Samuel Scott, Mr. Shackle, Joseph Slaughter,\n                     Richard Smith, Mr. Sprice, [James] Steptoe, Richard Stith, Isham Talbot, Edmund\n                     Tate, Mr. Thompson, Mr. Thomson, J. Thomson, Archibald Thweatt, Richard Tullos,\n                     Mr. Turpin, Benjamin Waller, Mr. Watts, John Wayles, Thomas Whittington, John\n                     Wilkerson, and Joel Yancey. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1136, N-268]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFence rails.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum of flowers, trees, fruits, and bushes planted and growing at Poplar\n                     Forest. List of mountains in the order in which they are seen from Poplar\n                     Forest. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1137]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends bougie and medical advice. Death of brother-in-law, Hastings Marks.\n                     Sister, Anna Scott Marks, in poor health. Watch sent to Richmond. References to\n                     Dr. Casper Wistar and Dr. Walker. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1138]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo information received as to whether General Kosciuszko or his bankers,\n                     Hoffingan \u0026amp; Co., received remittances of 1810 and 1811.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1139]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Ligon's tobacco and flour prices not correct. Mentions George Jefferson,\n                     Mr. Rutherfoord, and Mr. Mutter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2808]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders teacups, coffee cups, saucers, and paper. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2809]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis health improved; Anna Marks in poor health. Requests shepherd puppy. Watch\n                     lost in Fass Bender's fire. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1140]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of money by General Kosciuszko's banker for the year 1810. Expresses\n                     pleasure that T. J.'s debts have been reduced. Plans to retire to Philadelphia\n                     and be succeeded by William Morton. Asks T. J.'s recommendation of Morton to\n                     Madison for the post of Collector of Georgetown. Information from George Taylor\n                     regarding purchase of bills of exchange on Paris. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1141]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClothing for Burwell (slave). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2810]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSudden death of William Brown requires payment of T. J.'s debt.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1142]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of bills of exchange for General Kosciuszko. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1143]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlbemarle tobacco prices. Mentions Mr. Bruce. Flour market. Goods from\n                     Alexandria by Johnson. Adam's plow. Nail rod. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2811]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions to the overseer of Poplar Forest. Need for yoke of oxen at\n                     Monticello. Burnet seed to be procured from Mr. Duval. Lettuce seed to be\n                     planted. Mentions Major Flood, [Burgess] Griffin, and Moses (slave).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1144]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartial payment of his debt to Brown \u0026amp; Robertson by draft on Samuel J.\n                     Harrison. Bedford tobacco pledged to pay bank debt incurred when president.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1145]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Johnson brings supplies. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2812]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTobacco prices. C. Peyton's Billy ordered seeds sent care of Mr. Higginbotham.\n                     Johnson brings nail rod. Flour sales. Washington reports suggest embargo.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2813]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccepts draft in favor of Brown, Robertson \u0026amp; Co. Withholding last\n                     payment on Campbell County land until title cleared, due to Samuel Scott's suit\n                     regarding valuable portion of tract. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1146]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment on T. J. s account of bills rendered by Mr. Foxall J. Barry, J.\n                     Milligan, and R. Weightman partially defrayed by Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson's\n                     order on the Bank of Columbia. Bills of exchange for General Kosciuszko.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1147]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittances to Benjamin Jones of Philadelphia, iron-monger, and to Ezra\n                     Sarjeant of New York, printer, to be defrayed by the sale of T. J.'s flour.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1148]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProtests his refusal to pay for land. Will force him into failure. Declares\n                     Samuel Scott's claim ridiculous. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1149]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMet Henry at Nathaniel West Dandridge's home in Hanover while traveling to\n                     William and Mary College. Henry's legal training inadequate. Peyton Randolph,\n                     John Randolph, and Robert C. Nicholas reluctantly signed license; George Wythe\n                     would not sign. Henry, Burgess for Hanover, stopped John Robinson's loan office\n                     scheme. Henry's support for George Johnston's resolution against English\n                     Parliament's stamp tax crushed power of Peyton Randolph, Richard Bland, Edmund\n                     Pendleton, Robert C. Nicholas, George Wythe, Peter Randolph, etc. T. J. Burgess\n                     for Albemarle when Lord Botetourt Governor of Virginia. Henry and T. J. agreed\n                     on principles while serving in House of Delegates. Henry and Richard Henry Lee\n                     poor performers at first Continental Congress. Edmund Pendleton and Benjamin\n                     Harrison reported that William Livingston, Governor of New Jersey, John Jay.\n                     and John Dickinson surpassed Henry and Lee. Address to King and people of Great\n                     Britain. When Lord Dunmore called Peyton Randolph to Virginia Assembly\n                     concerning Lord North's proposals, T. J. replaced Randolph in Continental\n                     Congress. Mentions George Washington and Declaration of Independence. Henry\n                     appointed Colonel of Virginia Convention's 1st regiment. Lived at Roundabout in\n                     Louisa. Hunted deer in Fluvanna. Bought land of Mr. Lomax on Smith River. Yazoo\n                     speculations brought condemnation from Virginia Legislature. Case of Jones and\n                     Walker. British debts. Henry opposed U.S. Constitution and hated George\n                     Washington. Hamilton's funding system. Henry declined mission to Spain, hoped\n                     to be Secretary of State. Deserted Republicanism for Federalism.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2711]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis watch safe with Fass Bender. Asks for shepherd puppy. Health improved.\n                     References to R. Patteson and Dr. Walker. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1150]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSales to O. Philpotts, J. G. Gamble, Mr. Leiper, and W. Hancocke.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2814]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayments to Hay, Wirt, and Tazewell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2815]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter forwarded to John Morton. Purchase of bills of exchange for General\n                     Kosciuszko. Date of his retirement to Philadelphia uncertain. Growth of retail\n                     business in Washington and Georgetown. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1151]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFlour sales and prices. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2815-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders box of wafers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2816]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRetains his opinion on right to clear land title before payment. Will accept\n                     trust deed on part of Poplar Forest tract as security. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1152]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of bills of exchange from [John] Morton. Money received from Gibson\n                     \u0026amp; Jefferson transmitted to E. I. Dupont and to General Kosciuszko.\n                     References to Messrs. B. and G. Williams and to Mr. [Isaac?] Coles.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1153]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions to the overseer of Poplar Forest regarding grass and lettuce seed,\n                     young trees, fruit bushes, and beer. Sheep to be sent to Mr. Caruthers of\n                     Rockbridge. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1154]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn his way to Poplar Forest by upper road will pass through land T. J. intends\n                     to convey to him. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1155]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests help in inquiry regarding title of land in Campbell County, purchased\n                     by John Wayles from Richard Stith. Land now claimed by Samuel Scott. Mentions\n                     Richard Tullos and Richard Smith. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1156]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests help in inquiry regarding title of land in Campbell County, purchased\n                     by John Wayles from Richard Stith. Land now claimed by Samuel Scott. Mentions\n                     Richard Tullos and Richard Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests copies of entries and surveys of land in Campbell County claimed by\n                     Samuel Scott. Mentions Christopher Anthony, Richard Stith, Edmund Tate, Mr.\n                     Timberlake, Richard Iullos, and [John] Wilkerson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1157]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of entries, surveys on land adjoining Poplar Forest tract in litigation\n                     between Samuel Scott and T. J. and Samuel Harrison. References to Christopher\n                     Anthony, William Callaway, Mr. Johnson, Jesse Locke, Thomas Moore, William\n                     Peters, Mr. Quarles, Richard Stith, Edmund Tate, Richard Tullos, John Wayles,\n                     John Wilkerson, John Wiley. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1158]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for Colonel Watts' bond and for a statement of the account between\n                     [Charles L.] Bankhead and Slaughter. With note by T. J.: \"copd by mistake on\n                     the back of letter to S.J. Harrison.\" \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1159]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondence with Messrs. B. and G. Williams and with John Morton of Morton\n                     \u0026amp; Russell, Bordeaux, regarding purchase of bills of exchange to remit\n                     to General Kosciuszko's banker, Hoffingan \u0026amp; Co. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1160]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed for a tract of land in Bedford County to serve as security for land\n                     conveyed to Harrison (boundaries are disputed by Samuel Scott). Mentions John\n                     Gill, Benjamin Johnson, and Nicholas Johnson. Witnessed by Joseph Slaughter,\n                     Colin Buckner, and Mr. Rose. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1161]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo record of conveyance from Richard Stith to John Wayles. Found deed John\n                     Dayles (i.e., Wayles?) to Warren McCauley. Surveyor's records in hands of\n                     Matthew Pate, present surveyor. (Search made in consequence of litigation with\n                     Samuel Scott regarding Poplar Forest boundary). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1162]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposition respecting [Charles L.] Bankhead's tobacco. Procedure for defense\n                     against Samuel Scott's suit. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1163]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginally enclosed with \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1160]\u003c/bibref\u003e. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1070]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eByrd's trustees wrong about Richmond land, as Charles Carter's deed, in Henrico\n                     or General Court, shows. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2817]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests search for record of transfer of land, Richard Stith to John Wayles,\n                     needed in suit brought by Samuel Scott. Fees to be paid by Gibson \u0026amp;\n                     Jefferson, Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1164]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInformation regarding Richard Stith's conveyance to John Wayles. References to\n                     Mr. Ferris, Burgess Griffin, Nicholas Lewis, Zachariah Morris, and Richard\n                     Tullos. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1165]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturns copy of Warden's exceptions. Requests search of John Wayles' books and\n                     papers for record of Richard Stith's entry in land in Campbell County, now in\n                     dispute between T. J. and Samuel Scott. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1166]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests first consideration in the sale of Pantops. Half of debt brought on by\n                     Washington residence is paid. Suggestion that Francis be placed in Peter Carr's\n                     school. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1167]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturns plat and survey of Campbell County land. Can find no patent in name of\n                     John Dayles (i.e., Wayles) for this land. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1168]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s account, particularly draft against Harrison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2818]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for wax. a hair broom. and blue nankeen. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1169]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges return of certificates. Error in search for patent made under\n                     Dayles instead of Wayles. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1170]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for any recollections of purchase and payment for land bought by John\n                     Wayles from Richard Stith, and of Stith's original entry. Details of suit\n                     brought by Samuel Scott. Mentions Poplar Forest, Richard Tullos, and Mr.\n                     Blankenship. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1171]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eO. Philpotts has not paid. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2819]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSearched record of patents, surveys in late Secretary's office, found no record\n                     in name of John Wayles. (Search made in connection with Samuel Scott suit.)\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1172]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittance made. Deposit made to order of James Hamilton of Williamsboro, North\n                     Carolina. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2820]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends copy of Richard Stith's receipt to John Wayles for payment for land in\n                     dispute with Samuel Scott. No evidence of Stith's entry found. Mentions John\n                     Wayles Eppes, James Donald. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1173]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney supplied to Davy (slave?). Dun horse's lameness may delay Davy's return.\n                     Health of T. J.'s family. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1174]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWar of 1812. Relations with France. Possible burning of New York and London.\n                     Congreve rockets. England's economy. U.S. invasion of Canada. U.S. privateers.\n                     Trade relations with France. Artillery. Advanced state of manufacturing in U.S.\n                     Household machinery. Carding and spinning machines and looms for wool, cotton,\n                     and linen. Merino sheep. Kosciuszko's finances. Mentions John Barnes, Mr.\n                     Morton of Bordeaux, Inclians, British intrigues with Col. Henry.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2820-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn connection with Samuel Scott's suit, requests search for survey of Stith's\n                     entry and for John Wayles' land book, containing history of his land titles.\n                     References to John Wayles Eppes, Frank Harris, and [Henry] Skipwith.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1175]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for authenticated copy of his grant of 100 acres in Campbell County, dated\n                     22 May 1797. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1176]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetailed memorandum of defense against Samuel Scott's suit. History of disputed\n                     patent, proofs to be obtained, exhibits to be presented in court, law and\n                     equity in the case. References to: Christopher Anthony, Bedford County,\n                     Campbell County, Burgess Griffin, Benjamin Howard, Martha Wayles Jefferson,\n                     William P. Martin, Mr. Mead, Poplar Forest, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Richard\n                     Smith (incorrect spelling for Stith), James Steptoe, Richard Stith, Isham\n                     Talbot, EDMUND Tate (Tait), Richard Tullos, John Wayles, Thomas Whittington.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1177]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInformation regarding the Scott suit which T. J. wishes Hay to undertake\n                     together with William Wirt. Recommends purchase of William Short's land near\n                     Monticello. Mentions co-defendant, Samuel Harrison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1178]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInformation regarding Samuel Scott's suit in which Wirt and George Hay are to\n                     serve as T. J.'s attorneys. Mentions co-defendant, Samuel Harrison.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1179]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel Scott suit. Law in [James?] Pleasants' collection of acts voids all\n                     entries unless surveyed before November 1798. Reference to case of Vincent vs.\n                     Conrad in Hall's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eAmerican Law Journal\u003c/title\u003e series\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1180]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSamuel J. Harrison's title good. Sends instructions regarding Samuel Scott's\n                     suit. Appreciates offer of William Short's lands but is located on\n                     Chickahominy. Mentions James Monroe. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1181]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSummons to [?] in case of Samuel Scott vs. T. J. and Samuel J. Harrison.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1182]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. complains against David Michie, a squatter on his land at Milton in\n                     1812.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant for restitution of land between Milton, Va., and the Rivanna River,\n                     formerly part of the Bennett Henderson estate, to T. J. Statement of delivery\n                     of warrant to T. J.'s attorney, David Higginbotham, signed [Thomas?] Garth and\n                     R. Garland. Mentions William Ballard, James Barksdale, James Clark, William\n                     Crenshaw, Frederick Gilliam, Reuben Grady, Abraham Johnson, Charles Huckstep,\n                     John Key, James Leitch, William Leitch, Nicholas Lewis, Peter Minor, Jesse Rey,\n                     Joel Shiflett, Benjamin Thurmond, John Watson. William Wood.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1183]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant for restitution of land between Milton, Va., and the Rivanna River,\n                     formerly part of the Bennett Henderson estate, to T. J. Statement of delivery\n                     of warrant to T. J.'s attorney, David Higginbotham, signed [Thomas?] Garth and\n                     R. Garland. Mentions William Ballard, James Barksdale, James Clark, William\n                     Crenshaw, Frederick Gilliam, Reuben Grady, Abraham Johnson, Charles Huckstep,\n                     John Key, James Leitch, William Leitch, Nicholas Lewis, Peter Minor, Jesse Rey,\n                     Joel Shiflett, Benjamin Thurmond, John Watson. William Wood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. complains against David Michie, a squatter on his land at Milton in\n                     1812.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotes regarding deeds to the Bennett Henderson estate lands. References to\n                     Craven Peyton, Jane Peyton, and Bennett H. Henderson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1184]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses answer to Samuel Scott's suit for T. J.'s examination.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1185]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends Richard Stith's original receipt to John Wayles for land now disputed by\n                     Samuel Scott. Extracts from Wayles' memorandum book showing payment of Stith's\n                     fees. References to [Henry] Skipworth, Charles E. May (Hay?), and John Wayles\n                     Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1186]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange. U.S. invasion of Canada. U.S. to possess all of St. Lawrence\n                     except Quebec. U.S. privateers will do more damage to English commerce than\n                     combined European navies could. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2820-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses bank note. Spinning machine from New York. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2821]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum by W. and R. Mitchell of terms for grinding T. J.'s wheat.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1187]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ea. 11 January 1771. Receipt to John Wayles by James Donald for currency for 99\n                     acres of land near Ivy Creek. Signed Richard Stith, surveyor. b. 19 December\n                     1795. Thomas Jefferson. Receipt to Surveyor of Campbell County for receiving\n                     land warrants, surveying, certificates. Receipted, Richard Stith, Surveyor. c.\n                     23. December 1795. Survey. 100 acres of land, Campbell County, Ivy Creek,\n                     bounded by Wilkinson, Johnson, [Richard] Tullos. Plat. Richard Stith, Surveyor.\n                     Wm. Peter Martin, C. C. d. 5, 19 December 1795. Land Office Treasury warrant\n                     for 100 acres. Jefferson's entry for above lands. Surveyed, Richard Stith.\n                     Recorded, land office, 1796, by Charles Blagrove, Registrar. Grant issued 1797,\n                     attested 1812. e. 15 November 1796. Letter from Samuel Scott, Campbell County,\n                     offering to buy land on Ivy Creek. Suggests 2 or 3 men as judges. Refers to\n                     Bowling Clarke, Jefferson's overseer. f. 26 December 1803. Survey for Edmund\n                     Tate of 54 3/4 acres in Campbell County on Ivy Creek. Mentions Wilkerson,\n                     Johnson (now Couch), Tullos. Assigned to Samuel Scott. Wm. P. Martin, Surveyor.\n                     g. 15 November 1809. Survey of T. J.'s land in Campbell County by William P.\n                     Martin, Surveyor. Mentions Wilkerson, Couch, Tullos, Samuel Scott.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1188, N-550]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ea. Samuel Scott's petition to Creed Taylor, judge of the Superior Court of\n                     Chancery for the Richmond district, stating history of his title to 50 acres of\n                     land in Campbell County, Va. b. Separate answer of Samuel J. Harrison to the\n                     above. c. Separate answer of Thomas Jefferson to the above. Names mentioned:\n                     Christopher Anthony, Bedford County, Campbell County, Benjamin Howard, Thomas\n                     Humphreys, William P. Martin, Poplar Forest, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Richard\n                     Smith, Richard Stith, Edmund Tate (Tait), Isham Talbot, Mr. Timberlake, John\n                     Wayles, Mr. Wilkerson (Wilkinson). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1189]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends answer to Samuel Scott's bill. Price of wheat, Richmond.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1190]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests signature on his answer to Samuel Scott, before sending it to George\n                     Hay and William Wirt. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1191]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting that he act as commissioner in taking depositions in suit brought\n                     against him by Samuel Scott. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1192]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgrees to take depositions in Scott suit. Magistrates are Capt. William Irvine,\n                     Joel Leftwich, David Sanders, and Jabez Leftwich. New London not in this\n                     county. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1193]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeposition in Samuel Scott's suit. Mentions Mr. Bradford (William Radford?),\n                     Mr. Claxton, Samuel J. Harrison, and [Joel] Yancey. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1194]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDepositions for Samuel Scott's suit. Wishes to verify signatures of Richard\n                     Stith and Samuel Scott. Mentions Mr. Bradford (William Radford?), Mr. Claxton,\n                     James Donald, and Joel Yancey. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1195]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDepositions in the Samuel Scott suit. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1196]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill attend meeting at Mr. Claxton's to give depositions in the Samuel Scott\n                     suit. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1197]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDepositions for Samuel Scott's suit. Asks for testimony on condition of records\n                     in clerk's office in 1772 which would account for lack of Richard Stith's\n                     entry. Also wishes verification of handwriting of James Donald and Richard\n                     Stith. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1198]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJoe to help her. Wishes barrels sent to be filled with surplus apples. Mentions\n                     Mr. Chisolm. T. J. note on verso: surveying calculations for Shadwell fields.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2822]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBarnes asks for an order on the cashier of the Bank of Pennsylvania to pay\n                     General Kosciuszko's dividend. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1199]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests the cashier of the Bank of Pennsylvania to pay General Kosciuszko's\n                     dividend to John Barnes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnless Congress intervenes, wheat and flour prices will rise.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2823]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. writes that injuries sustained from falling off a horse prevent his\n                     travelling. Hugh Chisolm will be plastering the house and will need lime, sand,\n                     and a hand to help. He also expects Reuben Perry and James Hubbard to be\n                     witnesses during a coming court case.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses regret at T. J.'s fall; suggests applications of flannel as remedy.\n                     Remittance to General Kosciuszko. T. J.'s intended journey to Bedford County.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1200]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of Mr. Gilmore's horse. Reference to T. J. Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1201]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWheat and flour prices. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2824]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDurrett, a carpenter, agrees to work for T. J. for one year and receive in\n                     payment £40, 450 pounds of pork and a peck of corn meal per week.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"The whole crop of 1812 except the seed\" equaled 1096 barrels.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1202]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote falling due. Wheat and flour prices. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2825]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Short's reply. Going to Bedford. To settle with Higginbotham on return\n                     about land matter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2826]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment of taxes in Bedford County through draft on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson,\n                     Richmond. Prospects of paying his account. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1203]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForwards a letter from Madame de Staël [not present].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting a loan of 200 bricks, to be returned with those lent to Colonel\n                     Watts. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1204]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s bond to T. Gwathmey due for payment. Wheat and flour prices.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2827]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCarter B. Page holds T. J.'s bond in Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1205]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommending that T. J. lease Hour mill to John Eliason since Mr. Shoemaker has\n                     broken his lease. No news of John Morton or General Kosciuszko.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1206]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExchange of lands in Bedford and Campbell Counties for mutual benefit.\n                     Mentioned: John Gill, David Johnson, John H. Moreman, Samuel Poindexter, Daniel\n                     Robertson, and John Wayles. Witnessed by Lemuel Johnson, Jeremiah A. Goodman,\n                     Nirwood Daniel, Stephen Butler, and Lilbourn Johnson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1207]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubscribers beside T. J. for raising an Albemarle Company included: Charles\n                     Bankhead, R. M. Bell, J. Bishop, Chiles M. Brand, Peter Carr, G. Carr, John\n                     Craven, Charles Day, Dixon Dedham, James Dinsmore, George Divers, Charles\n                     Everette, James Garnett, Alexander Garrett, Elijah Garth, John M. Guy, John\n                     Kelly, William Kelly, Samuel Leitch, Reuben Mansfield, Wilson Medearis, Thomas\n                     J. Randolph, William Watson, John Wayman, John Winn. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1208]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount rendered to T. J. for wheat and flour. Terms for grinding wheat.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1209]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of tobacco sold to Samuel J. Harrison in 1812. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1210]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s descriptions of plans for designing, building and planting vegetable\n                     gardens at Monticello.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders to Leitch for a cross-cut saw, olive oil, hand irons, rice, and 4 yds.\n                     of diaper; three from T. J., one from T. J. Randolph, and one from Martha\n                     Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1211]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2829]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks protection from a petition presented to the legislature by the Rivanna\n                     Company for an enlargement of their powers. Threatens T. J.'s mill.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1212]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Eliason requests interview regarding leasing of T. J.'s mills. References\n                     to General Kosciuszko, John Morton, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1213]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDick arrived via Lynchburg. Mr. Gibson and wheat. Tobacco at Lynchburg to Mr.\n                     Harrison. Mr. Perry too slow. Goodman's debts. Mentions Mr. Darnell. Richmond.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2830]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCork tree from Paris. Olives from Aix, sainfoin from Malta, and acorns from\n                     Marseilles African rice in Georgia and Kentucky. Household manufactures. Marine\n                     hospitals, seamen, Mr. Gallatin. Grain trade with enemies. War in Iberia\n                     Peninsula and the Baltic. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2831]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDefense of T. J.'s rights against the petition of the Rivanna Company.\n                     References to [Philip P.?] Barbour and [Chapman] Johnson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1214]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDifficulties in attempting to introduce new plants and trees: the cork tree,\n                     the olive tree of Aix, sainfoin, and upland rice. Development of cotton and\n                     cotton weaving. Household manufacture. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1215]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds to credit of James Hamilton of Williamsboro, North Carolina, in Bank of\n                     Virginia. Mentions Mr. Gibson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2832]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHigginbotham, of Albemarle County, to pay Short, of Philadelphia, in U.S.\n                     dollars, through Bank of Richmond. Short assigns to Joseph and George [Marx?].\n                     Witnessed by Carter H. Harrison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2833]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eText as 2833; not assigned. Marked paid. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2834]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eText as 2833; not assigned. Signature of David Higginbotham crossed out by\n                     Short, who notes on verso, 1816 May 4, that the obligation was satisfied with\n                     land found outside the Indian Camp estate limits. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2835]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. T Taylor, presumably for Mr. Gallego, offers to buy land from T. J. Edmund\n                     Randolph at Winchester. Mr. Randolph's boat to bring powder.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2836]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eServices by Cabell, [P. P.?] Barbour, and [Chapman] Johnson in the Virginia\n                     legislature in defense of T. J.'s rights against the bill petitioned by the\n                     Rivanna Company. Action in the Senate and House of Delegates. Use of T. J.'s\n                     canal by the company and exemption of T. J.'s and his customer's produce from\n                     tools were involved. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1216]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends Squire for garden seeds. Invitation to visit. Delayed at Woodlawn by Mrs.\n                     [David] Pryor's illness. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1217]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests that he bring a letter to attention of Edmund Randolph. Offer for his\n                     tenement excellent. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1218]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRent on the Indian Camp lands. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2837]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSend seeds for vegetable and flower garden. Will call on Randolph on way to\n                     Bedford if road passable. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1219]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends seed of broom and sprout kale plants. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1220]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter for Edmund Randolph forwarded through Dr. Grayson. Randolph lives with\n                     son-in-law, Bennett Taylor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1221]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDebts of Hastings Marks. Bequests to children of Martha Jefferson Randolph.\n                     Thomas Jefferson Randolph, executor. Witnessed by William McLung, Hugh\n                     Chisholm, and E. Bacon. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2838]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScolding his grandfather for failing to write. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1222]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests his aid in getting his title to Henderson land confirmed by Mrs.\n                     Thomas Hornsby, last of minor heirs of Bennett Henderson. William D. Meriwether\n                     has influenced Hornsby in this. Mentions Craven Peyton, William Pope Duval, and\n                     Gov. Christopher Greenup. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1223]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanking him for a copy of his book, View of Massachusetts Proper.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1224]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Marshall, hired by Mr. Taylor to handle Mazzei's affairs. T. J. and Mr.\n                     Randolph must sign bill. Flour prices. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2839]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of introduction for John Eliason, who is interested in managing T. J.'s\n                     mill. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1225]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses letter from George Williams of Baltimore with news of General\n                     Kosciuszko. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1226]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to make payment because he was caught by the blockade before the sale of\n                     his flour. Sale ordered through Patrick Gibson of Richmond. Export from Norfolk\n                     possible. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1227]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s arrangements for repayment of debt satisfactory. Attempts to run flour\n                     through Dismal Swamp may raise prices; large quantity in Richmond keeps price\n                     low. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1228]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of sale, drawn by William Marshall for Mr. Taylor, transferring Mazzei's\n                     lands, invalid, unless Mazzei U.S. citizen. Flour sale. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2840]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpinning machine. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2841]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNegotiations on the exchange of T. J.'s land in Bedford for J. W. Eppes'\n                     Pantops near Monticello. If exchange be made, Eppes wishes land in Bedford in\n                     feesimple without reversionary claims. Resentment at T. J.'s favoring the\n                     Randolphs. Francis Eppes in school at Lynchburg, boarding with Seth Ward.\n                     President's majority in Congress. Failure of General Dearborn. Fever among the\n                     troops. Surrender of York (Toronto). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1229]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for carp to stock his fish pond. Gift of a spinning-jenny. Plans for a\n                     visit at Snowden on way to Bedford County. Course of reading for James Lilburne\n                     Jefferson, Randolph's son. Suggestions for farming operations and crop\n                     rotation. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1230]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCarp for T. J.'s fish pond. James Lilburne Jefferson to begin course of\n                     reading. Grateful for spinning jenny. Invitation to Anna Scott Marks to visit.\n                     T. J.'s farming methods too difficult. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1231]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMazzei's power of attorney acceptable to Mr. Taylor. Flour prices. Burr has\n                     powder; other powder from T. White. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2842]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[Thomas Eston] Randolph to keep mill. Terms of tenancy. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2843]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s account with Barnes. Remittances received from Gibson \u0026amp;\n                     Jefferson and sent to General Kosciuszko. Recommending John Eliason. References\n                     to George Williams, John Morton, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1232]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommending T. J. charge General Kosciuszko one year's interest for services\n                     rendered in regard to public stock. Includes an account, 1809 to 1813.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1233]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuggests a remittance might be made to General Kosciuszko through George\n                     Williams of Baltimore and Russell \u0026amp; Morton of Bordeaux without\n                     resorting to a bill of exchange. Present rate of exchange. Defeat of Bonaparte\n                     in Russia. Lawless division of Poland by Austria, Prussia, and Russia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1234]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWife grateful for gardening book; her illness. No woman available to learn to\n                     spin. Expects Anna Scott Marks for visit. James Lilburne Jefferson has joined\n                     the volunteers. No carp available. Will send for ram in cooler weather.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1236]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eImportance of the rule that taxation and loans go hand-in-hand, so as not to\n                     alienate the land from the next generation. Money should be issued by the\n                     government, not by private banks. Reference to Francis Eppes.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1237]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses sample of antimony found in neighborhood. (The antimony was sent to\n                     Correa de Serra). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1238]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMethod of remittance to General Kosciuszko: K. to draw a bill of exchange on\n                     Barnes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1239]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses deed from Edmund Randolph, whose health is low. (He died 13 September\n                     1813). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1240]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends girl to learn to use spinning jenny. Expects visit.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1241]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpressing his thanks for a Republican oration sent to him by Dr. Romayne.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1242]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProgress of girl learning to spin. Plans for trip to Bedford, Snowden. Will\n                     send jenny. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1243]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of property of minor Henderson children to Craven Peyton was done without\n                     their knowledge or permission. Justifies his action regarding his wife, Frances\n                     Henderson Hornsby's share. Mentions Elizabeth Henderson, Charles Henderson,\n                     James L. Henderson, Joseph Hornsby, Christopher Greenup, and William\n                     Meriwether. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1244]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePaid Mr. Hooe and Judge Holmes. Chocolate by mail. David Higginbotham paid.\n                     Forwards statement of sale to Mr. Taylor. Mr. Derieux, at Eagle Tavern, claims\n                     Mazzei's property. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2844]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. orders 25 pounds of brown sugar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudah's note discounted. No money from O. Philpotts for tobacco, although\n                     William Hay, Jr., sues. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2845]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks financial help to be sent by Mr. Woods. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2845-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Gamble wants to know about common on land in Richmond. Papers of James\n                     Buchanan and Col. Byrd, and Carter's deed. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2846]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests loan of $40. Inquires about slave Fanny's progress in learning to\n                     spin. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1245]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBorrowed money for Randolph Jefferson. Poor year for corn, wheat, and\n                     livestock. Progress of Randolph's slave in spinning. Advises that he wait to\n                     sell his wheat until winter drives off blockading ships.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1246]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed to Mr. Taylor when he returns from Springs. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2847]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends Joseph Dougherty for position with Smith. National Intelligencer\n                     subscription mentioning Mr. Gale. Regrets that Mrs. Smith had to leave country\n                     for city life. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2848]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanking Jefferson for his aid in getting Minor the position of principal\n                     assessor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1247]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends draft on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson. Last year's flour sold at low price\n                     due to blockade. Poor crops this year. Order for sugar, tea, molasses, and a\n                     clamp for a dry rubbing brush. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1248]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of draft on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson. Sending all articles except\n                     molasses. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1249]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReligious questions. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2848-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApologizing for his inability to pay his bond. References to [Burgess] Griffin.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1267]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends spinning jenny. Plans for visit with Randolph. Mentions Henry Flood, Noah\n                     Flood, and the Gibsons. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1250]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpinions on government finance, taxes, and debts. Must defray the expenses of\n                     the war in our own time. Bank paper must be suppressed and the circulating\n                     medium restored to the nation. Detailed consideration of the rate of interest\n                     on government loans. Reference to Francis Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1251]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eImportance of loans and taxes going hand-in-hand. Paper money should be issued\n                     by government and backed by taxes, not by banks. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1299]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReligious questions. Mentions Jesus, Richard Mott, Papists, Quakers,\n                     Presbyterians, Methodists, Baptists, Aristides, Cato, William Penn, John\n                     Tillotson, Euclid, geometry, and St. Athanasius. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2848-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests hamper of charcoal to dry his malt. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1252]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePreference for shorter term for senators. Conduct of Federalists in\n                     Massachusetts in this crisis. Her secession would be followed by humiliating\n                     return to the union. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1253]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2849]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLease for people of Milton to cut firewood between Milton and Colle.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2852]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDrafts from Bedford to Brown and Robertson, sheriff of Bedford, Nimrod Darnell,\n                     and Jeremiah A. Goodman. Payments to Craven Peyton, David Higginbotham, William\n                     Garth (deputy sheriff of Albemarle) and Gales and Seaton (editors of National\n                     Intelligencer), Washington. Flour prices. Drought. Wheat, corn, tobacco.\n                     British blockade of Chesapeake Bay impossible to maintain in winter.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2850]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittances to General Kosciuszko. Purchase of exchange from George Williams.\n                     Payment of order to J. Smith. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1254]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttends to drafts. Encloses notes care of Mr. Higginbotham as mails\n                     undependable. Flour prices. Mr. H. paid for repairing T. J.'s watch.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2851]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDifficulties in purchasing a bill of exchange from George Williams on Russell\n                     \u0026amp; Morton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1255]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginally enclosed with Barnes' letter to T. J. of 1813 November 10?\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1070]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpposition to re-establishment of the Bank of the U. S. Relative advantages of\n                     paper money and specie as media of exchange. General government should have\n                     sole right of establishing banks of discount for paper. Question of the public\n                     debt. References to Adam Smith and David Hume. (A cancelled paragraph dealing\n                     with the establishment of the Bank of the United States follows the first\n                     paragraph of this draft. It appears in none of the printed editions listed\n                     above.) \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1256]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill to extend powers of the Rivanna Co. Requests return of Say's\n                     Traité d'economie politique. References to Col. [Nimrod] Bramham,\n                     [George] Divers, and Dabney Minor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1257]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of bill of exchange from George Williams; acknowledgement by General\n                     Kosciuszko of money received from Russell \u0026amp; Morton.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1258]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests that he meet with Gov. Christopher Greenup to adjust the differences\n                     regarding confirmation of Frances Henderson Hornsby's deed for her share of the\n                     Bennett Henderson estate, a deed made while she was a minor. References to\n                     James L. Henderson, Eliza Henderson, Elizabeth Henderson, John Henderson, and\n                     Craven Peyton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1259]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends money. Flour prices. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2853]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill concerning T. J. and the Rivanna River Co. will pass the Virginia\n                     Assembly. Disagrees with T. J. on the length of the charter. Prefers Jean\n                     Baptiste Say's book on political economy to Adam Smith's.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1260]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcquaintance with José Correa da Serra. Receipt of Von Humboldt's books\n                     on astronomical observations and on New Spain. Revolutions in Latin America may\n                     lead to military despotisms. Important that American governments be separated\n                     from the \"broils of Europe\". Unprincipled policy of England has prevented a\n                     peaceful policy with the Indians. Brutalization and extermination of Indians\n                     compared to treatment of Ireland. British Arrowsmith and American Pike guilty\n                     of plagiarism. Delay in the publication of the journal of the Lewis and Clark\n                     expedition. Gift of tobacco seed to Von Humboldt. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1261]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBooks forwarded through General Moore. Reelection of Governor Barbour expected\n                     despite discontent throughout the state. Consultation with Charles Everett and\n                     Jesse W. Garth relative to the petition of the Rivanna River Co.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1262]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittance to General Kosciuszko via George Williams and Morton \u0026amp;\n                     Russell is not possible. Congratulations on Thomas M. Randolph, Jr.'s safe\n                     return. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1263]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s note. Flour prices. Embargo has stopped West Indies trade.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2854]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeposition denying knowledge of sale of her daughter's property to Craven\n                     Peyton by James L. Henderson until several years after the transaction.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1264]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrice of Mr. Forbes' wool-carding and cotton-carding machines.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1265]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFlour sales and w heat prices. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2855]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement between T. J. and the Rivanna Company directors that bill be passed.\n                     References to [Charles] Everett and E. Garth. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1266]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts of the milling of the Poplar Forest wheat crop.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1268]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eServices rendered and medications prescribed. Patients include slaves Aggy,\n                     Maria, Ambrose, and Sally. Mentions Mr. Clay. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2857]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends Elizabeth Henderson's deposition regarding the shares of the minor\n                     children of Bennett Henderson. Asks about John Henderson's mill race. Value of\n                     land mortgaged to Craven Peyton as security for property near Big Bone Lick,\n                     Ky., he purchased from James L. Henderson in Virginia. References to William\n                     Meriwether and Christopher Greenup. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1269]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding flour prices, and 100 barrels of flour T. J. has ready for sale.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongratulates him on his edition of Justinian's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eInstitutes,\u003c/title\u003e but wishes he had put his time into Bracton's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eDe Legibus Angliae.\u003c/title\u003e Would like to see Blackstone's\n                     work supplemented by specification of particular cases of which his principles\n                     are the essence. Cannot give name of author of \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eCommentaries on Montesquieu\u003c/title\u003e [Destutt de Tracy]; manuscript now in\n                     T. J.'s hands. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1270]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses letters written to John Wayles Eppes regarding public debt, banks, and\n                     money. Advises gradual reduction of paper money in Virginia. Favors division of\n                     state into hundreds or wards. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1271]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends money. Flour prices and sales, some to Alexandria, Va.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2858]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpresses limited approval of a state banking system. Voted for chartering Bank\n                     of Virginia. Restriction of the residence of a member of the House of\n                     Representatives to the district from which he was elected. Bill respecting the\n                     Rivanna River Company. Reasons for the division of state into wards.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1272]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of Say's Traité d'economie politique. Opinions as to whether\n                     states may prescribe any qualifications for members of Congress not contained\n                     in the Constitution. Line of demarcation between powers of the state and\n                     national governments. Maintains an interest in only two subjects: public\n                     education, and the division of counties into wards or hundreds.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1273]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEllen Wayles Randolph's translation of letter. Martha's new daughter Septimia\n                     Ann. Children have whooping cough. Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. probably leaves in\n                     spring to campaign T. J. Randolph's girl friend at Warren. Mr. Gilmer's\n                     brothers well. Dr. Gilmer left Milton for place bought from Key near Mr. Minor.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2859]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittance through Patrick Gibson of Richmond. Instructions for sowing clover,\n                     shipment of beef and tobacco, rationing of salt. No flour sold. Orders to kill\n                     all dogs in excess of two, since they are taxable. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1274]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAssembly's action on residence requirements for Congressmen. Passage of the\n                     Rivanna River Company bill in form agreed upon by T. J. and [Dabney] Minor.\n                     Bill to charter bank at Wheeling. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1275]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNail rod, corks, and powder by Mr. Johnson. Flour prices. T. J. accounts with\n                     Samuel P. Adams, James Brown, Jr., and Ignatius J. Dick.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2860]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInability to make remittance to George Williams for General Kosciuszko.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1276]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConfidence in the credit of the Bank of Pennsylvania; opposes disposal of\n                     General Kosciuszko's bank stock. Beneficial results of banks overshadow their\n                     evils. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1277]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders to convert Kosciuszko's stock in the Bank of Pennsylvania to government\n                     stock. Lack of confidence in banks. Failure of the Manhattan Bank.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1278]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s note falls due. New one enclosed for signature. Prospect of peace and\n                     trade with Holland influence tobacco market, but not flour prices.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2861]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConversion of General Kosciuszko's shares in the Bank of Pennsylvania to\n                     government stock. Remittance to General K. Importance of stopping the increase\n                     of banks. Effect of the failure of the Bank of Manhattan on other banks.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1279]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote may not be received. Will pay anyway, renew new one when received. Flour\n                     prices. Encloses money. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2862]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s note to Craven Peyton for corn purchases. Will accept draft on Richmond\n                     or cash at Charlottesville. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2863]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturn of T. J.'s letters on banking and finance which have been shown to\n                     William C. Rives, [John?] Tucker, Thomas Ritchie, and [John H.] Cocke.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1280]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConsiders transfer of T. J.'s and General Kosciuszko's Bank of Pennsylvania\n                     stock into loan office certificates unwise. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1281]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew procedure for handling T. J. s notes. Encloses notes. Flour sales.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2864]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. thanks Breckenridge for a copy of his recently published book, \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eViews of Louisiana.\u003c/title\u003e Says book is a \"valuable\n                     contribution towards the knowlege [sic] of a great country which nature has\n                     destined to become the most interesting portion of the western world.\" \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Cary [Wilson J. Cary? Wilson M. Cary?] not at home. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1282]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotes received. Encloses bank notes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2865]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFigures proving Bank of Pennsylvania stock is preferable to loan office\n                     certificates. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1283]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the son of Dr. John D. Orr, a student of [Louis H.] Girardin.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1284]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMore facts to prove it is preferable to keep General Kosciuszko's Bank of\n                     Pennsylvania stock rather than converting to government stock.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1285]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to purchase a dark bay horse. Payment to be made after repeal of embargo\n                     permits sale of flour by Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson. (Payment noted by Cocke's\n                     endorsement). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1286]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepeal of restrictions brought flour buyers. Awaiting armistice. Mr. Albert\n                     bought tobacco. Powder. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2866]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. discusses Tadeusz Kosciuszko's investments and the monetary situation of\n                     the United States.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment to General Armstrong for articles he forwarded for T. J. Madison has\n                     left for Montpellier. Reference to Mr. Harper and the Cossack dinners.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1287]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. sympathizes on the death of a loved one and comments on his own losses.\n                     He mentions the invention of a vapor bath, and the rise of household industries\n                     necessitated by the War of 1812, rejoices in the downfall of Napoleon, predicts\n                     bankruptcy for England, and requests a botanical specimen for Correa de\n                     Serra.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgrees to conversion of General Kosciuszko's shares of Bank of Pennsylvania\n                     stock into government stock. Requests letter of introduction to James Monroe or\n                     to William H. Crawford in order to get a bill of exchange for remittance to\n                     General Kosciuszko. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1288]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of government stock for General Kosciuszko. Reference to the Bank of\n                     Columbia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1289]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends bank notes. Flour sales await armistice. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2867]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses John Henderson's quitclaim for Peyton's use in defending against\n                     Elizabeth Henderson's claim that Peyton purchased for T. J. lands of minor\n                     Henderson children without her knowledge or permission. Mentions James\n                     Henderson, Thomas Hornsby. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2867-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. asks Campbell if it is possible for the Treasury to arrange for Tadeusz\n                     Kosciuszko to receive payment of annual interest due him and interrupted\n                     because of the war.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExchange of Kosciuszko's Bank of Pennsylvania stock for loan office\n                     certificates. Letter from Mr. Taylor regarding bank stock, government stock,\n                     and bills of exchange. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1290]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of Kosciuszko's bank stock; purchase of government stock.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1291]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of Kosciuszko's Bank of Pennsylvania stock. Remittance to Kosciuszko.\n                     Barnes in debt to purchase the General's government stock.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1292]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFlour prices declining. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2868]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived and read Law's Second Thoughts on Instinctive Impulses. Agrees with\n                     his philosophy of morality in man. Wollaston's theory whimsical. Truth, love of\n                     God not foundations of morality as atheists, Deists virtuous men. Diderot,\n                     d'Alembert, d'Holbach, Condorcet examples. Taste, egoism also false. Helvetius\n                     quoted, refuted. Man's innate moral instinct true basis of morality. Education\n                     a corrective for its absence. Virtue conditioned by utility. Lord Kames, in\n                     Principles of Natural Religion, says the same. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2868-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for flour. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1293]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of Kosciuszko's bank stock finally completed. Remittance to the General\n                     through Baring Brothers of London. Difficult trip from Philadelphia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1294]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to meet payments since last year's flour unsold and bad drought this\n                     year. Peace orneutral commerce will help the growing crop. Plans tobacco crop.\n                     Mentions Patrick Gibson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1295]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of bill of exchange to send remittance to General Kosciuszko. Encloses\n                     account with T. J. Mentions Mr. Nourse. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1296]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginally enclosed with Barnes' letter to T. J. of the same date.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1070]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginally enclosed with Barnes' letter to T. J. of 1814 June 27.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1070]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePatrick Gibson is remitting money due to Jeremiah A. Goodman through Robertson.\n                     Order for sugar. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1297]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes for payment from T. J. Will make remittance to Jeremiah Goodman.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1298]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBowie \u0026amp; Kurtz' bill of exchange on William Murdock given to James\n                     Monroe to be transmitted to Baring Brothers for General Kosciuszko. Desire for\n                     peace among Federalists. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1300]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEmbargo and blockade prevent John Barnes from sending remittances to\n                     Kosciuszko. Insecurity of U.S. banks. Investment in Pennsylvania bank stock\n                     transferred to U.S. government loan. Peace between England and France. Great\n                     events at Paris. Mentions Mr. Morton, Boice \u0026amp; Kurtz, William Murdock of\n                     London, Messrs. Barings Brothers \u0026amp; Co. of London.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2868-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittances to Kosciuszko. Difficulties encountered and expenses incurred in\n                     conversion of Kosciuszko's bank of Pennsylvania stock into government stock.\n                     Notes that Kosciuszko's capital is increased but interest reduced by this\n                     transaction. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1301]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGrowth of Philadelphia. Criticism of a gentleman not named. Great Britain's\n                     jealousy of our liberty and wealth. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1302]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNail rod. T. J.'s account. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2869]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittance to General Kosciuszko. Payment for his government stock. Result of\n                     the commissioners at Ghent awaited. Inability of Britain to subjugate the\n                     United States. References to James Monroe, Mr. Pleisentson (of Mr. Monroe's\n                     office), and William H. Crawford. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1303]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVisit from Mr. Taylor. Mr. S.'s house has fallen under the hammer of the\n                     auctioneer. Outcome of the war. Reference to Etienne Le Maire.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1304]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to pay for horse by order on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson because flour\n                     not sold. Hopes for peace. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1305]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles L. Lewis' deed. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2870-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeeting of the committee consisting of John Winn, James Leitch, John Nicholas,\n                     [Frank] Carr, and Alexander Garrett, for viewing sites for Albemarle Academy.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1306]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecollections of Patrick Henry. Topics: Loan Office scandal, Journals of House\n                     of Burgesses, Address to King, Memorials to Houses of Lords and Commons, Stamp\n                     Act, Royle's Virginia Gazette, Parson's Cause, Two-penny Act, Resolutions of\n                     1765, T. J.'s revision of Virginia laws, Philips case, proposals for dictator.\n                     Names: John Robinson, James Maury, John Camm, Richard Bland, Nathaniel West\n                     Dandridge, John Littlepage, John Marshall, John Daly Burke, Peyton Randolph,\n                     Peter Randolph, George Wythe, Edmund Pendleton, Robert Carter Nicholas, Henry\n                     Lee, Richard Henry Lee, John Page, George Mason, George III of England, Edmund\n                     Randolph, Josiah Philips, Thomas L. Lee, John Taylor of Caroline, Andrew Moore,\n                     Edward Stevens. Places: Hanover, Williamsburg, Dismal Swamp, Staunton,\n                     Fredericksburg. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2871]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting remittance from T. J. to cover installment due on General\n                     Kosciuszko's government bonds. Defense of Washington against the British.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1307]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests papers regarding Elizabeth Henderson's dower rights in the Bennett\n                     Henderson estate, especially with regard to John Henderson's mill race. Needs\n                     to repel fraudulent claim of [David] Michie. Mentions James L. Henderson and\n                     Christopher Greenup. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1308]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDepositions in the question between T. J. and [David] Michie. Flood damage\n                     suffered by Peter Carr, Samuel Carr, and Peter Minor. Danger to Washington.\n                     Hopes for peace. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1309]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eImpossible to send funds North. Transactions with Mr. Dufief and Mr. Barnes.\n                     Mr. Johnson brings cotton and castings. Nail rod. Mr. Randolph to send\n                     earthenware. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2872]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFailure of Patrick Gibson to remit to Barnes in time to make payment on General\n                     Kosciuszko's government stock. Retreat of our army from Bladensburg through\n                     Washington and Georgetown. President's encouragement of troops. Barnes deserted\n                     by Mrs. Ratcliffe and the slaves. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1310]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for money. (Endorsed by T. J.: \"gave ord. on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson\n                     for 50 D.\") \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1311]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson of Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1312]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting that Roland Goodman be excused from military duty because of\n                     consumption. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1313]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans for public education throughout the state providing elementary schools\n                     for all, with general college and professional schools for scholars. Elaborate\n                     discussion of the curriculum for Albemarle Academy. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1314]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. comments on Wayles' health and then discusses the progress of the war,\n                     concluding by saying that \"our people are too happy at home to enter into\n                     regular service, and that we cannot be defended but by making every citizen a\n                     soldier as the Greeks \u0026amp; Romans who had no standing armies.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePreparations for defense of Richmond against the British. Lack of money in\n                     treasury at Washington and Richmond. Loans from Bank of Virginia and from the\n                     Farmers' Bank to the state. Stopping of specie payment in these banks. Suggests\n                     Colonel Nicholas as next governor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1315]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongress should have sole right of emission of paper money, based on taxation.\n                     But approves state auditors issuing certificates of indebtedness which will\n                     pass as currency until Congress shall undertake these measures.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1316]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes loan extension to cover taxes in Bedford. Credit of bank paper doubtful.\n                     Merchant support might help. Jugs from Mr. R. Randolph and glass from Capt.\n                     Oldham. Oil and corks from Gibson. Mentions Hour, wheat, and tobacco. Trip to\n                     Bedford. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2872-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDisapproves of depositing in the bank money from sale of glebe lands and from\n                     the Literary Fund. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1317]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote received and enlarged. System of curtailing notes ended, but doubtless\n                     soon resumed. Bank measures necessary, merchants doing everything possible.\n                     Encloses money. Will send supplies by Johnson, pay Mr. Oldham for glass.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2873]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegulations proposed for Albemarle Academy regarding tardiness, recitations,\n                     deportment, morals, and property damage. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1318]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBanking crisis due to failure of Northern and Southern banks to cooperate.\n                     Failure of the late public loan. Confidence in final victory. Good fortune in\n                     transferring General Kosciuszko's bank stock into government stock.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1319]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy sent to Joseph C. Cabell with letter of 1814 October 16. Opinions on what\n                     should be our object in the war with Great Britain. Paper money emissions.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1320]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses copy of letter to James Madison regarding public finance.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1321]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIssuing of state certificates to bolster public credit. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1322]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEndorsed by T. J. Printed: B of R VI 89 (MS. in DLC). Payment for horse.\n                     Expects long war. Reliance on militia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1323]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRenewal of a note. Letter forwarded to T. J. through Samuel J. Harrison.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1324]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses note for renewal. Forwards copy to Bedford by Samuel J. Harrison.\n                     Drafts will be paid on presentation. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2874]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosing an account with balance due the Mitchells. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1325]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill pay draft on Patrick Gibson to Mr. Clayter. Requests payment of account if\n                     possible. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1326]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpectacles from Mr. McAlister in Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2875]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInability to go to school. Wishes to see T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1327]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter for Dr. Caspar Wistar. Hopes Gilmer will live permanently in Virginia\n                     where he will be without rivals in public life. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1328]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. resigns as Chairman of the American Philosophical Society \"for in truth I\n                     cannot be easy in holding as a sinecure an honor so justly due the talents and\n                     services of others.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMitchell's terms, per John McAllister, for grinding Jefferson's wheat.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1329]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of letter from Baring Brothers \u0026amp; Co., London, acknowledging\n                     acceptance of a bill of exchange on William Murdock in favor of General\n                     Kosciuszko. Barnes hopes the national credit will be upheld.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1330]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDr. Brockenbrough and John Harvie's note. No money from O. Philpotts. Tobacco\n                     and flour prices. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2876]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJacquelin Harvie paid John Harvie's note. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2877]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScrip certificates left with [Joseph] Nourse to purchase government stock.\n                     Requests power of attorney to receive dividends. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1331]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Harvie's payment. Tobacco and wheat. Ghent negotiations indicate Great\n                     Britain to accept peace. Judgments against O. Philpotts. Directs payment to\n                     Jeremiah Goodman at Poplar Forest near Lynchburg. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2878]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTracy's work on political economy. Possible solutions of the problems of\n                     financing the state government: loan from the Farmer's Bank;; issuance of\n                     treasury notes by the state; or a private loan by citizens. Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph's petition to open the falls near Milton and charge tolls on traffic\n                     conflicts with the Rivanna River Charter. References to Charles Yancey and\n                     William Wood. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1332]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks that watch and dog be sent by Stephen. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1333]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDick leaves for Monticello with supplies, wheat for mill. Wheat prices for Mr.\n                     Mitchell. Phill Hubbard at Poplar Forest, perhaps to marry Hanna. Farm\n                     business. Mentions Mr. Darnell, Lewis Brown, Mr. Clarkson, and Mr. Cole.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2879]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposed course of classical education for Albemarle Academy.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1334]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2880]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePaper money. Destutt de Tracy's Review of Montesquieu. Jean Baptiste Say plans\n                     to come to the U. S. Sends papers regarding petition of Albemarle Academy and\n                     on public education throughout the state. Defensive war with the Rivanna Co.\n                     Mentions Peter Carr, Thomas Cooper, William Duane, Francis W. Gilmer, [Joseph]\n                     Milligan, printer of Georgetown, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and William Cabell\n                     Rives. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1335]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of hogs and wheat very unsatisfactory. Sends plows, bottled beer, and\n                     wool by Dick. Urges better care of his sheep. Mr. Watkins to make a wheat\n                     machine for T. J. Intermarriage among T. J.'s slaves. Phill not to be punished\n                     for running away. Urgent that tobacco be sent to Richmond. References to\n                     [William] Mitchell, [Archibald] Robertson, and to the following slaves: Phill,\n                     Hanah, Dick, Nanny, Reuben, Daniel, and Stephen. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1336]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment to T. J. Randolph. Flour and tobacco sales. Hopes British will not\n                     delay treaty to get part of Maine. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2881]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePublic stock in T. J.'s name belonging to General Kosciuszko.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1337]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for Plumer's pamphlet. Treasonable action of Massachusetts.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1338]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSevere attack of rheumatism. Requests supply of port or claret. Copy of his\n                     will, dated 16 January 1815. Property to his wife, Hetty Smith Carr, for life,\n                     then divided among his children at her discretion. Specific bequests to his\n                     sisters Cary Carr, Mary Carr, to his nieces, Martha, Lucy Ann, Virginia, and\n                     Mary Jane Terrell, brothers, Samuel Carr and Dabney Carr, step-son, George P.\n                     Stevenson, son, Dabney Carr, nephew, Dabney Terrell. Recommends the advice of\n                     Wilson C. Nicholas. Witnessed by Christopher Hudson, Dabney Minor, and Virginia\n                     Terrell. Memorandum attached concerning sum owed by Robert Carter Nicholas and\n                     provisions for adjustment of estate between Ellen B. Carr, Dabney S. Carr, Jane\n                     M. Carr, and George P. Stevenson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1339]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresents compliments. Requests an enclosed letter [not present] be\n                     delivered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSending Squire for dog. Requests return of his watch. Asks for scions of fruit\n                     trees and for vegetable seeds. Expects to be summoned in [Thomas Mann?]\n                     Randolph and Craven Peyton's suit. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1340]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSending watch, dog, vegetable seeds. Directions for the vegetables. Peace\n                     confirmed. Effect on wheat, tobacco, and corn prices. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1341]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends T. J.'s lenses with Clay's spectacles. Victory at New Orleans.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2883]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePetition regarding the setting up of an academy in Albemarle County; possible\n                     effect on the College of William and Mary. Hopes it will induce such men as\n                     Jean Baptiste Say to reside in Virginia. Disposition of his slaves from\n                     Corotoman taken by the British. References to Dr. [Charles?] Carr, Peter Carr,\n                     Admiral Cockburn, John A. Smith, Destutt de Tracy, David Watson, and Charles\n                     Yancey. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1342]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBelieves T. J. has become Secretary of State again. Requests interest due him,\n                     and principal after formal peace with England. Advises establishment of a\n                     military college to insure republican spirit necessary for a free state.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2883-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBedford County tax receipts, by William Salmon for Greer.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1343]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePleasure over the victory of New Orleans and the Peace of Ghent. Mentions the\n                     treason of William Hull, Dearborn's victories at York and Fort George. Apostasy\n                     of Massachusetts in forsaking the counsel of the two Adams for that of Strong.\n                     Hopes for visit from Dearborn and Caesar Rodney. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1344]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends money. Flour sales. Northern and European markets. Ship from France\n                     ruined Havana market. Shadwell flour. None from Bedford. Tobacco prices.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2884]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEllen's visit to Warren delayed by death of a horse. Mrs. Marks' visit to\n                     Randolph Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1345]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles Lewis Bankhead and Anne Cary Bankhead, to John Bankhead, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., and Reuben Lindsay, all of Albemarle County. Witnessed by Edmund\n                     Bacon, W. Ballard, Robin Goodman, and T. J. Randolph. Recorded 1 May 1815 and\n                     again 5 August 1822 by Alexander Garrett, Clerk of Albemarle, and 12 August\n                     1822 by John Pendleton, Clerk of Caroline. Deed of trust to tract of land\n                     called Carlton and to 37 slaves, and cattle, hogs, furniture, and dwelling; to\n                     be used to pay the creditors of Anne C. and Charles L. Bankhead, and thereafter\n                     for the maintenance of Anne and Charles. Mentions John Kelly, James Leitch,\n                     Molly Lewis, Robert Streshly, and John J. Taylor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1346]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWitnessed by Robin Goodman, Edmund Bacon, and W. Ballard. Recorded 1 May 1815\n                     by Alexander Garrett, Clerk of Albemarle County Court. Deed to land in\n                     Albemarle County, to be held in trust by Bankhead, Lindsay, and Randolph for\n                     the maintenance of Charles L. Bankhead, Anne C. Bankhead, and their children.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1347]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrival of Anna Scott Marks. Sale of land to Charles A. Scott to pay off debts.\n                     Will send fish when possible. Visit of Thomas J. Randolph and young Wilson\n                     Nicholas. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1348]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePapers on Scott served to Bedford sheriff. Tobacco to Richmond, except that for\n                     Lynchburg sale. Wheat sales to pay Mr. Mitchell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2885]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for 1814 May 12-1815 April 8. Originally enclosed with Barnes' letter\n                     to T. J. of 1815 May 25. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1070]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittances to General Kosciuszko via Baring Brothers, London. Prefers English\n                     bills of exchange. Hopes the arranging and packing of T. J.'s library is\n                     completed. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1349]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. writes to Patrick Gibson regarding the sale of tobacco which T. J. has recently learned \"sells high and readily\"; he asks Gibson to sell his \n              tobacco \"as soon as you think advisable.\" As for the sale of his flour, T. J. suggests it is \"best to give time for the European vessels which would \n              not adventure to sail until they learnt there our ratification of the treaty, to arrive and produce here a full competition of demand\" which he thinks will \n              happen in May. T. J. asks Gibson to sell the flour \"for whatever price shall then be going\" unless Gibson receives a comparable price before then. T. J. \n              states that he will \"in the course of the present week or next\" send Gibson $2000 of Treasury notes. T. J. closes with expressions of esteem and \n              respect. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1345]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of T. J.'s order on the Treasury. Purchase of set of exchange on\n                     London to pay Kosciuszko. Rates of exchange. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1350]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for 1814 May 25-1815 April 26. Originally enclosed with Barnes' letter\n                     to T. J. of 1815 May 25. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1070]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginally enclosed with Barnes' letter to T. J. of 1815 May 25.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1070]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses money. Flour sold to Tarleton Saunders. Tobacco sales.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2886]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpinion reconsidered in case of Josiah Philips. Outlawry, attainder, immunity.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2887]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers to error in accounts, bond left by Mr. Garland. Will consult papers at\n                     home. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1352]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney remitted to Jeremiah A. Goodman. Glad the error in Griffin's bond\n                     discovered. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1353]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittance sent to General Kosciuszko, a bill of exchange of Bowie \u0026amp;\n                     Kurtz on William Murdock. Comments on Bonaparte's counter-revolution.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1354]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOverseer for Poplar Forest. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1355]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn Archibald Robertson's absence, he has exchanged T. J.'s Treasury bills for\n                     Virginia bills, a few of which not current. Mentions Jeremiah A. Goodman.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1356]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests exchange of Treasury bills for Virginia bills at par so he can pay his\n                     neighbors who refuse to accept Treasury bills at par. Jeremiah A. Goodman\n                     mentioned. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1357]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppreciates attention to his request. Reserves privilege of returning any bank\n                     notes unacceptable to creditor; sends Treasury notes by Jeremiah A. Goodman.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1358]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends bills in return for treasury bills brought by Jeremiah A. Goodman:\n                     Virginia bills, Lank of Columbia, Bank of Alexandria, all pass currently, and a\n                     few others refused only by planters. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1359]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinancial arrangements with Mr. [Charles] Clay and Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson.\n                     Joel Yancey to superintend T. J.'s overseers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1360]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVictory at New Orleans proves popular support for Union there and in Kentucky,\n                     and Tennessee. Andrew Jackson's threatened removal: rule of law versus national\n                     survival. Bonaparte an usurper, Bourbons expelled, but people must rule. U.S.\n                     maxim not to meddle in European affairs. U.S. system distinct in interests, but\n                     connected in commerce. England governed by merchants, not by common sense. Will\n                     not permit U.S. to remain at peace, but will renew Orders in Council, resume\n                     impressment, force war on U.S. as they forced France to become nation of\n                     soldiers. Mr. and Mrs. Divers well. Peas in. Monticello family well. T. J.\n                     Randolph's marriage. Peter Carr's death. Mentions Mr. and Mrs. Peachy Gilmer.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2888]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges draft on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson. Congratulates T. J. on fact\n                     that Joel Yancey will superintend his affairs. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1361]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis dismissal. Refers to Mr. Yancey. Wheat, oats, tobacco on own farm.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2889]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests return of gig harness. Mentions Anna Scott Marks.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1362]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHarness worn out, sends another replacing it. Regrets Martha Carr's death.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1363]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotes involving T. J., Benjamin Jones, John Vaughan, and John Harvie. Flour\n                     sales. Shipments from Shadwell and Bedford. Johnson brings cotton.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2890]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans for education of Francis Eppes. Good corn and wheat crops.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1364]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHarry will bring cotton instead of Mr. Johnson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2890-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRhode Island Resolutions, mentioning Richard Henry Lee, Francis Lightfoot Lee,\n                     John Adams, Thomas Johnson, Edmund Randolph, William Fleming, John Fleming,\n                     John Robinson, Peyton Randolph, Edmund Pendleton, George Wythe, and Richard\n                     Bland. Virginia aristocracy isolated from European society. Wild Irish in\n                     Valley of Virginia between Blue Ridge and northern mountains. Social strata:\n                     aristocrats, half-breeds, pretenders, yeomanry, overseers. Bland's pamphlet,\n                     Dickinson's Letters from a Pennsylvania Farmer. Allows quotes in loan office,\n                     Josiah Philips cases, hut not on Henry and Lee addresses. Benjamin Harrison,\n                     Robert C. Nicholas gave some information. T. J. role in Burgesses session\n                     welcoming Lord Botetourt. T. J. prepared answer in 1775 to Lord North's\n                     propositions at session called by Lord Dunmore. Mr. Nicholas represented James\n                     City County at Williamsburg. T. J. first met Patrick Henry in 1759-60 at\n                     Nathaniel West Dandridge's, whose sister Mrs. Spotswood married John Campbell.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2891]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo her dear uncle. Failure to hear from T. J. or Martha Randolph. Her recent\n                     marriage. Request that he send money by Mr. Woods. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1365]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRandolph Jefferson dying, perhaps willing estate to wife, Mitchie B. Pryor\n                     Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2892]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill have depositions taken, leaving nothing to [David] Michie's honesty.\n                     Republicans pray for success of France. Reports of Wellington's victory.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1366]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBuckingham court business requiring T. J.'s attention. Illness in family.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2887-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. gives Milligan directions for mailing a shipment of books.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest that Clay visit Poplar Forest amidst the noise of hammers, saws, and\n                     planes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1367]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill attend to draft. Sends note for renewal. Flour and wheat prices. Tobacco\n                     prices high despite news from England. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2893]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTimber sawed for T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1368]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginally enclosed with Barnes' letter to T. J. of 1815 November 18.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1070]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn suit between Mitchie B. Jefferson, widow of Randolph Jefferson, and Thomas\n                     Jefferson, Robert Lewis Jefferson, Field Jefferson, Isham Randolph Jefferson,\n                     and James Lilburne Jefferson, sons of said Randolph Jefferson. Declaration\n                     regarding his part in writing Randolph Jefferson's first will, and his belief\n                     that it was not Randolph's intention to change that will while in sound and\n                     healthy mind. Debts run up by Mrs. Jefferson, by writing forged orders.\n                     Mentions Mr. Moon and Mr. Johnson, storekeepers; Zachariah Pryor; Anna Scott\n                     Marks. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1369]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests reply to 1815 August 28, (Patrick Gibson to T. J.), which is copied on\n                     verso. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2894]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Arthur Hopkins, grandson of sister Judith. His suit against Colonel\n                     James settled out of court. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1370]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommendations, with reservations, of Dr. Jennings' steam bath. Printed in a\n                     pamphlet on the nature of the remedy effected by these steam baths, with\n                     letters and certificates of recommendation from many notables.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1371]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for medical services.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote, as Jefferson's agent, for $97.75 (paid 29 April 1816).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1372]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRenewal of his note. Sheriff's call for taxes soon to be met.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1373]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDirections for packing and shipping time-piece to Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson;\n                     expenses to be paid by [John] Vaughan. Requests one of Patterson's artificial\n                     horizons made of platinum. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1374]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMortification of Federalists at ridiculous issue of Hartford Convention.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1375]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLoan from the bank to pay taxes in Bedford County. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1376]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of T. J.'s letter regarding Roane's opinion in case of Martin vs.\n                     Hunter. Expresses respect for T. J.'s opinion as a real authority.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1377]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharles Bankhead a drunkard. Recommendations for possible treatment. References\n                     to Martha Randolph, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and to Anne Randolph Bankhead.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1378]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRenewal of his notes. Payment provided through flour from his mill and tobacco\n                     from Bedford. Payment of taxes to Clifton Harris, sheriff. Remittance to Joseph\n                     Milligan, bookseller. Order for cask of Lisbon, bale of cotton.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1379]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCider. Corn prices at Richmond. Sharp and Mr. Craven sold corn. Mr. Randolph\n                     urges buying wheat. Mr. Ham. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2895]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond for $5500. Payment of $2750 plus interest noted on verso. 15 November\n                     1816. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1380]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittances to General Kosciuszko delayed by his moving to Switzerland.\n                     Reference to Baring Brothers \u0026amp; Co. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1381]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eObservations made at the Peaks of Otter. Sends paper mullberries, charming near\n                     a porch for dense shade. Mentions [Bowling?] Clarke. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1382]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnidentified sick boy. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2896]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinuation of Francis Eppes' education in French and Latin at Monticello.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1383]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson covers payment to Joel Yancey, Jeremiah A.\n                     Goodman, and Mr. Cooney. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1384]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSolicits Cabell's aid for claim of Capt. Joseph Miller, formerly of England,\n                     who prays confirmation of the will of his half-brother, Thomas Reed. Asks also\n                     the aid of Thomas W. Maury and Mr. Baker. Disapproves seizure of Miller's funds\n                     by the Literary Fund. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1385]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount with Dawson, mentions Edmund Bacon and John Bacon. Payment by draft on\n                     Richmond or cash. Partnership with John Watson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2897]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollege to be governed by a Board of Visitors who will appoint a treasurer and\n                     proctor, establish professorships, lay down rules of government and discipline,\n                     fix fees, and in general do what they deem necessary and proper. (Act was\n                     adopted February 1816). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1386]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHousehold costs. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2898]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWine sent while in Washington. Mr. Penn's fox grape cuttings to be sent care of\n                     William F. Gray, Fredericksburg, to Milton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2899]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpects no opposition to Mr. Miller's petition. Some resistance to the bill for\n                     establishing Central College. Questioning of powers given the professors to\n                     imprison students. Possibility of a school for the deaf and dumb, taught by a\n                     Mr. Braidwood, to be attached to the college. Recommends enlisting the\n                     cooperation of Chapman Johnson, William G. Poindexter, Edward Watts and John W.\n                     Green of the Senate. References to [Peter] Carr, [Thomas W.] Maury, and\n                     [Charles] Yancey. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1387]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittance to General Kosciuszko, possibly through Baring Brothers.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1388]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eObjections to the Central College bill. Papers in Captain Miller's case with\n                     respect to the Reed estate. Copy of the bill to prevent obstructions in the\n                     navigable watercourses of Virginia. Appropriations for Literary Fund and for\n                     endowment of a professorship for teaching the deaf and dumb. Dr. Smith asks\n                     recommendation of a textbook on the principles of government for use at William\n                     and Mary. References to Chapman Johnson, John Locke, Jean Jacques Rousseau,\n                     Jean Baptiste Say, and Charles Yancey. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1389]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests permission to publish T. J.'s letter to Peter Carr regarding the\n                     establishment of Central College. Possible locations: Charlottesville,\n                     Staunton, or Lexington. Move to shift seat of government to Staunton.\n                     References to [Charles F.] Mercer. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1390]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMatters concerning Central College; duties of its Proctor; public school\n                     system; disapproves of connection of Mr. Braidwood's school for the deaf and\n                     dumb with the college; refuses to write about Central College to gentlemen\n                     named, because his correspondence too burdensome. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1391]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft on Gibson in favor of T. J. Randolph, to be paid for by the sale of\n                     flour. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1392]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIf Louis Girardin's continuation of John Burk's history does not contain T.\n                     J.'s account of Dabney Carr, Sr., (writer's father), will turn it over for\n                     William Wirt's book. Proposed inscription for Carr's tombstone left in Philip\n                     Mazzei's book. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1393]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses conveyances for which Joseph Miller's bill is hung up.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1394]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks Jackson for kind words in letter to George Ticknor. T. J. sending\n                     Jackson letters to Ticknor, and Mr. Appleton, Consul at Leghorn. Dabney Terrell\n                     of Kentucky will deliver T. J.'s letters to Jackson on his way to Geneva.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2900]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses list of acts and journals, copies of which are in his library\n                     purchased by Congress. Comments on the bill on the obstruction in navigable\n                     waters. Hopes he can retain his canal. Recommends Destutt de Tracy's Review of\n                     Montesquieu, to John A. Smith as best elementary book on government. Central\n                     College Bill. Public school system for Virginia. Division of powers between\n                     federal, state, and local governments. Stresses dividing counties into wards,\n                     where every man may take active part in his government. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1395]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittance to General Kosciuszko. Copy of letter from Kosciuszko to Barnes\n                     mentioning bills of exchange sent to Baring Brothers \u0026amp; Co.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1396]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePassage of bill for Central College, Mr. Miller's bill, and the bill respecting\n                     navigable waters. Reference to [John W.] Green. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1397]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSailing for France delayed by freezing of basin. [Thomas] Mann Randolph has\n                     promise of midshipman's warrant. Albert Gallatin's letters expected. Governor\n                     of Pennsylvania does not intend demanding him. Mentions Mr. Stevenson and\n                     Martha T. Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1398]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttempts to get money from father's estate so far unsuccessful. Has rented\n                     ferry; wishes to rent part of Snowden. Plans to travel west. Step-mother,\n                     Mitchie B. Jefferson, has removed to mother's house. Enclosures: two bills for\n                     cloth and stockings from James Leitch and Bramham \u0026amp; Jones, one endorsed\n                     by T. J.: \"J Lilburne Jefferson.\" \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1399]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePassage of Captain Miller's bill and of bill respecting navigable water;\n                     rejection of lottery bill to purchase Triplett Estis' property. Possible\n                     appropriation of U. S. surplus to Literary Fund. Modifications in Central\n                     College Bill respecting powers of college proctor, glebe lands, and the\n                     Literary Fund. Translation of Jean Baptiste Say's Traité d'economie\n                     politique. Mentions William Cabell, John W. Green, Chapman Johnson, Thomas W.\n                     Maury, and Wilson C. Nicholas. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1400]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTeneriffe wine from Dr. Fernandes, through Fox and Richardson, by Mr. Gilmer's\n                     boat. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2901]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHigh rates of exchange prevent a remittance to Kosciuszko.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1401]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePublication of T. J.'s letter to Peter Carr. Appropriation of Virginia's U. S.\n                     Government stock to education. Presbyterians in Lexington and Scotch-Irish in\n                     Staunton will object to Albemarle as site for university since they hope to\n                     move seat of government to Staunton. Washington College at Lexington the\n                     bantling of the Federalists. Trouble with Colonel Monroe about caucus for an\n                     electoral ticket. References to Wilson C. Nicholas and [Charles F.] Mercer.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1402]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement to balance due T. J. (from Scott?) after payment of land tax in\n                     Campbell County. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1403]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommending that he translate Jean Baptiste Say's Traité d'economie\n                     politique. Mentions Destutt de Tracy's Review of Montesquieu and William Duane.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1404]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocuments he worked out regarding Louisiana boundaries from the Perdido to the\n                     Rio Bravo is now in his library, recently purchased by Congress. A copy is in\n                     the State Department files; and the Virginia Argus printed a statement similar\n                     to this. A manuscript history of the settlement of the country by Bernard de la\n                     Harpe, proving the French claims to the Bravo as opposed to the Spanish, is in\n                     the State Department files. Manuscript found in possession of the family of the\n                     late Governor Messier. Mentions [Thomas?] Cooper, St. Denys Crosat.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1405]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson's man, Moses, at Farley's with broken leg. Cannot be moved.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1406]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFlour prices. Tobacco sales. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2902]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTobacco prices. Flour prices Sales to P. F. Smith, John M. Warwick and William\n                     Gilliat. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2903]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresentation of money to Ellen Randolph. Purchase of stock in the Farmer's and\n                     Mechanic's Bank from its cashier, C. Smith, for General Kosciuszko. Remittance\n                     to the General. Reference to Joseph Nourse. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1407]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginally enclosed with Barnes letter to T. J. of the same date.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1070]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for bacon, corn, and carrying tobacco. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1408]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvantages of dividing counties into wards for administrative and educational\n                     purposes. Mentions letters to Joseph C. Cabell and John Adams.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1409]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJudge ill. Mr. Booker reported him unable to hold court to try Randolph\n                     Jefferson's will. All essential witnesses ready. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1410]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJoel Yancey, overseer, statement of amount due Charles Clay, 27 April 1816.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1210]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFlour sales to William H. Hubbard and to Smith and Riddle. Mr. Warwick brought\n                     flour at Col. Randolph's instructions. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2904]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAmerican victory over English. T. J.'s and Addison's [sic] reputation high in\n                     Europe. Discusses state of Poland and Alexander I's failure to recreate old\n                     boundaries. At Soleure, Switzerland. Personal finances in U.S. England respects\n                     U.S., not Europe, whose ministers corrupt. English and French commerce.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2904-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWine and macaroni from Stephen Cathalan at Marseilles. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2905]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of T. J.'s flour. Payment to Mr. Robertson and for taxes in Albemarle.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1411]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation for peas and punch. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2905-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for medical services to slaves 1813-1816, totaling $151.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1412]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of lading for wine and macaroni.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of Kosciuszko's treasury notes and purchase of bank stock. Remittance to\n                     Kosciuszko delayed by high exchange rates. Banking services offered to Ellen\n                     Randolph. President Madison's visit to Annapolis and naval review. Mentions\n                     Dolly P. Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1413]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGoods from Stephen Cathalan on ship Five Sisters. Encloses bill of lading.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2906]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDescribes trip through low countries and France. Education in Geneva with Marc\n                     Auguste Pictet. Report in Moniteur that Mexicans and South Americans losing.\n                     Desire to go to Spain. Regards to Martha Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1414]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaine's method of preparing hawthorne hedges is best. References to James\n                     Henderson, Isaac Newton, Dobson's Encyclopedia, and Lord Karmes' translation of\n                     Say's Traité d'economie politique. Implementation of General Assembly\n                     act requiring an accurate map of each county. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1415]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for Maine's recipe for preparing hawthorn. Discussion of relative merits\n                     of hedgethorn, hawthorn, holly, pyracanthus, cedar for hedges. Translation of\n                     Say's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eTraité d'economie politique.\u003c/title\u003e\n                     Recommends son of W. D. Meriwether for surveying (preparatory to\n                     Böÿe's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eA Map of the State of\n                        Virginia\u003c/title\u003e ). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1416]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses letter on his political ramblings. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1417]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittance to General Kosciuszko. Mentions James Monroe.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1418]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe Tadeusz Kosciuszko's account. Originally enclosed with\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1420]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginally enclosed with \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1420]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson asks Gelston, collector of the Port of New York, to ship a case of\n                     Barsac wine from Bordeaux to Richmond in care of Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson.\n                     The wine was originally sent to New York by Consul John Martin Baker via the\n                     brig General Ward.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuperiority of thorn hedges. Surveying for the map authorized by the Assembly\n                     (Herman Böÿe's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eA Map of the State of\n                        Virginia\u003c/title\u003e ). Advisability of a convention to amend the Virginia\n                     Constitution, favored by westerners desiring to place the pecuniary burdens of\n                     government on the easterners and by Federalist bank stockholders wishing to\n                     charter fifteen banks. Books by Montesquieu, Destutt de Tracy, and Say as\n                     textbooks at William and Mary. References to Philip Doddridge, Mr. Meriwether,\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and John Augustine Smith. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1419]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of General Kosciuszko's resources. Bill of exchange for the General\n                     sent to Baring Brothers \u0026amp; Co., London. Transferal of government stock\n                     into bank stock. Exchange bought from Smith \u0026amp; Riddle, Richmond, drawn\n                     by A. P. Heinrich, Baltimore, on John Rapp, London. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1420]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransfer of General Kosciuszko's government stock into bank stock.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1421]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDirectors of Rivanna Company to discuss Shadwell Mills and lock. Mr.\n                     Meriwether's basin. To Bedford. Rivanna Company was authorized by Acts of\n                     Legislature, 1794, 1805, and 1806, to open Rivanna River to Milton, later to\n                     Moore's Ford opposite Charlottesville. T. J.'s dam blocks navigation; lock\n                     needed. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2907]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDirectors of Rivanna Company to discuss Shadwell Mills and lock. Mr.\n                     Meriwether's basin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturns Cabell's papers. Requests his letter be kept out of public papers.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1422]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWirt's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eSketches of the life and character of Patrick\n                        Henry.\u003c/title\u003e Henry did not read Livy annually. May have read some Greek\n                     and Roman history. Perhaps read Stith's History of the First Discovery and\n                     Settlement of Virginia. Professor at William and Mary College Richard Graham,\n                     not Greene. Henry counselor for Nathaniel West Dandridge, not James Littlepage.\n                     John Blair more important than Bolling Starke. To Bedford.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2908]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson writes concerning an invoice requested by Gelston, the collector of\n                     the port of New York. He sends some letters and papers, asks that some books be\n                     forwarded to Richmond, and promises to remit the cost of the books and some\n                     wine as soon as Gelston informs him of the amount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRevisions for Wirt's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eSketches of the life and character\n                        of Patrick Henry.\u003c/title\u003e To Albemarle. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2909]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQuestions concerning William Livingstone, U.S. House of Representatives, John\n                     Jay, Richard Henry Lee. Edward Foy was Lord Dunmore's secretary. Thomas Nelson\n                     President of Assembly at William Nelson's death in Hanover. William Henry and\n                     John Syme cowards. John Page, member of committee, thought Patrick Henry a\n                     coward. Committee of Safety refused commands to William Byrd and Henry.\n                     Distrust between Patrick Henry and Edmund Pendleton. Compares Demosthenes and\n                     Henry. Henry glad to leave Congress at Philadelphia. George Washington's\n                     military law. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2910]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHave \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eSketches of the life and character of Patrick\n                        Henry\u003c/title\u003e miscarried? \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2911]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDifficulties in transferring Kosciuszko's stock into his own name. Request for\n                     powers of attorney from Kosciuszko and T. J. Collection of dividends from the\n                     Bank of Columbia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1423]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript received at Poplar Forest relates to time of T. J.'s service in\n                     Europe. Josiah Philips, Edmund Randolph, and Patrick Henry. St. George Tucker's\n                     Blackstone's Commentaries. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2912]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning Charles Bankhead's alcoholism and consequent insanity. His\n                     plantation going to ruin. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1424]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of T. J.'s and Kosciuszko's powers of attorney. Remittance to\n                     Kosciuszko. Note forwarded to [Joseph] Milligan. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1425]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2913]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson writes concerning a cask of wine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOld Virginia aristocracy preserved by entail. Wirt's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eSketches of the life and character of Patrick Henry\u003c/title\u003e should not be\n                     retrenched. Quarterly reviews will attack it, but those in Edinburgh may\n                     defend. Critics will compare it with Plutarch and Nepos. Proper canons of\n                     criticism. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2914]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDifficulties in replacing a protested bill of exchange sent to Kosciuszko.\n                     Transfer to Kosciuszko's name of his Bank of Columbia stock and government\n                     stock. Reference to Baring Brothers of London, Smith \u0026amp; Riddle of\n                     Richmond, and Buckley \u0026amp; Abbott of New York. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1426]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForm for transfer of government stock and Bank of Columbia stock from T. J.'s\n                     name to Kosciuszko's. Bill of exchange, received from Smith \u0026amp; Biddle to\n                     replace one protested, on its way to Baring Brothers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1427]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMartin (slave) to stay at Monticello until skilled in turning wood. Health\n                     improving. Greetings from Martha Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1428]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill send deed. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2915]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson authorizes Barnes to transfer to Tadeusz Kosciuszko \"all the stock of\n                     the United States standing to my credit on the books of the Treasury as well as\n                     all my shares in the Bank of Columbia.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning T. J.'s effort to renew cordiality between James Monroe and Nicholas\n                     broken when Nicholas supported Madison for the presidency.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1429]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders needles. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2916]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCornerstone laid October 6, 1817. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-311, K-19]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests his attention to the petition of the Viscount Barziza, grandchild of\n                     Lucy Ludwell Paradise, for his share in her estate. Requests him to oppose\n                     Capt. [W. D.?] Meriwether's petition for turnpike from Rockfish Gap to Moore's\n                     Ford. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1430]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosing Barnes' account with Kosciuszko for the years 1815 and 1816, with his\n                     notes to Kosciuszko relative to the account. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1431]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCabell to oppose the petition to which T. J. is opposed, and attend to Count\n                     Barziza's petition. Translation of Say's Traité d'economie politique.\n                     Copy of a banking bill enclosed. Failure to increase the Literary Fund as\n                     recommended by the governor. Col. [Samuel?] Taylor author of petition from Port\n                     Royal. Appointment of Cabell as a Visitor of Central College. Difficulty in\n                     obtaining money for colleges. Possible site for the University in Staunton.\n                     References to Thomas W. Maury. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1432]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDifficulty in changing government stock and Bank of Columbia stock to\n                     Kosciuszko's name. Encloses powers of attorney for this purpose.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1433]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEducation of Francis Eppes. Martin (slave) learning to turn posts tolerably.\n                     Pleased that Eppes is returning to the U. S. Senate. References to Anne\n                     Bankhead, Martha Randolph, and Martha Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1434]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAward by Dabney and Peter Minor, arbiters in controversy between T. J. and\n                     Frances, Lucy, and Nancy C. Henderson, minor heirs of Bennett Henderson,\n                     regarding rent on lands belonging to said minor heirs and held illegally by T.\n                     J. T. J. to pay $766.80 for rent. Receipt for amount from W. D. Meriwether,\n                     attorney for heirs. Mentions Craven Peyton, James L. Henderson, and John\n                     Henderson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1435]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eKosciuszko's account. Transfer of government and Bank of Columbia stock to his\n                     name completed. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1436]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRejection of Count Barziza's petition. Is attending to Turnpike Bill. Hewing\n                     down of mammoth bank bill. References to Thomas W. Maury, [Joseph] Milligan\n                     (bookseller), William C. Rives, Tracy's Political Economy, and Archibald\n                     Thweatt. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1437]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport on Turnpike Bill, bill to call a convention, bill to equalize senatorial\n                     districts (modeled after bill reported by T. J., Pendleton, and Wythe in 1779),\n                     and the University Bill. Mentions Archibald Thweatt and Charles Yancey.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1438]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCovering copy of a form required to receive interest on Kosciuszko's public\n                     stock. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1439]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest from Judge Peters for a model of Thomas Mann Randolph's hillside plow.\n                     Anne Bankhead's health. References to John Bankhead, Joseph C. Cabell, Captain\n                     Clarke, Thomas W. Maury, Dabney Minor, and Charles Yancey.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1440]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter and seeds by Bessy. University of Virginia Board of Visitors. Madison to\n                     join John Hartwell Cocke, David Watson, Joseph Carrington Cabell, and James\n                     Monroe, at Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2917]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas sold corn promised to T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2918]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInclosing a copy of the National Messenger which contains two letters from\n                     President Adams to Judge [William] Cushing. Mentions T. Dalton.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1441]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScuppernong wine. Marseilles fig, paper mulberry, and cuttings of Lombardy\n                     poplar from France. Prickly locust (Robinia hispida) and snowberry bush brought\n                     from Pacific by Capt. Lewis. Mentions gooseberry bush.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2918-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends Maine's recipe for preparation of haws found in Brown's Rural Affairs.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1442]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson returns sheets from a copy of dictionary he received from Dufief and\n                     requests the correct sheets\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRoad from Orange Fork near Lewis' Ferry on lands of Richard Sampson, T. J.\n                     Randolph, and T. J. to mouth of Chapel Branch. Road on Charles L. Bankhead's\n                     lands from near Charlottesville to Secretary's Ford, thence to mouth of Chapel\n                     Branch. Road from Moore's Creek to area of Colle. Committee: Joseph Coleman,\n                     Benjamin Childress, Andrew Hart, Robert McCullock, Jr., John Slaughter,\n                     Brightberry Brown, and Horsley Goodman. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2919]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBusiness in Washington prevents attending Central College. Board of Visitors.\n                     Mentions Bizet. To Monticello when Board meets next. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2920]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsking him to superintend the building of Central College. Board of Visitors:\n                     James Madison, James Monroe, John Hartwell Cocke, Joseph C. Cabell, David\n                     Watson, and T. J. Mentions John Neilson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1443]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccepts job superintending construction of Central College, with John Neilson.\n                     Plan for house for James Monroe. Gift of two books from Capt. Robert Simington,\n                     Baker's Chronicle and the History of the Holy Wars, 1684.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1444]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInability to attend meeting of the Board of Visitors of Central College.\n                     References to Bedford and Goochland counties, Enniscorthy, John Hartwell Cocke,\n                     James Madison, and David Watson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1445]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans for reducing his debts have failed in past due to Embargo, war, and\n                     drought. Wheat and tobacco crops promising. Draft on Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson\n                     will pay for drafts on Robertson in favor of Nimrod Darnell, William Miller,\n                     and Robert Miller. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1446]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGrape slips from North Carolina for T. J. Plans to locate Francis Eppes at\n                     Richmond as superior to Lynchburg. Letter to Colonel Burton from Gen. Calvin\n                     Jones regarding the scuppernong grape. Shipment of wine by Colonel Burton\n                     through Mr. Gibson of Richmond. John Randolph's chance in the election. News of\n                     Martha Randolph and Thomas J. Randolph. Eppes obliged to give up wine and\n                     spirits. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1447]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount balancing wheat sent to Mitchell for flour and bacon received.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1448]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeeting of the Board of Visitors. Mentions Enniscorthy, Joseph Cabell, James\n                     Madison, James Monroe, and David Watson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1449]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment to Mr. Burton for Scuppernong wine. Revolution in England unavoidable.\n                     Meeting of the visitors of Central College: Joseph C. Cabell, John Hartwell\n                     Cocke, T. J., James Madison, James Monroe, and David Watson. Hopes to start\n                     work in languages at Central College next spring. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1450]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment to Mr. Burton for Scuppernong wine. Revolution in England unavoidable.\n                     Meeting of the visitors of Central College: Joseph C. Cabell, John Hartwell\n                     Cocke, T. J., James Madison, James Monroe, and David Watson. Hopes to start\n                     work in languages at Central College next spring. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2921]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. and John Hartwell Cocke jointly to be interim Central College Proctor.\n                     Also signed by John Hartwell Cocke, James Monroe, and James Madison.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2922]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting his aid in forwarding letters to [Richard?] Terrell in Europe.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1451]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCast of Ceracchi's bust of T. J. Plans for Central College buildings. Contains\n                     rough sketch of T. J.'s early idea for the ground plans, showing seven\n                     pavilions around an open space with grass and trees. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1452,\n                        N-300]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses letters from Kosciuszko, Baring Brothers \u0026amp; Co., and Buckley\n                     \u0026amp; Abbott. Plans for visit to Monticello delayed by arrival of his\n                     grandchildren, J. A. Duryee, a Yale graduate, and Maria Duryee. References to\n                     Timothy Dwight, Joseph Milligan, and his nephew, Samuel Milligan.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1453]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. writes to Leschot, a Swiss watchmaker in Charlottesville, requesting\n                     repair of a watch belonging to his friend Louis H. Giradin and extending an\n                     invitation to dine at Monticello. \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVisit to Monticello. Books from Joseph Milligan. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1454]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAwaits a horse or carriage to climb Monticello mountain.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1455]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Wood's school. Francis to study arithmetic using Bezout, Latin, and Greek.\n                     Greetings from Mrs. Randolph to Mrs. Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2923]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNecessity of majority rule must be learned in Spanish America.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1456]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBelief in the strength of republican structure of the U. S. as its size grows,\n                     contrary to Montesquieu. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1457]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePerry's agreement to do all carpenter and joiner's work on a pavilion at\n                     Central College for the same prices paid by James Madison to James Dinsmore for\n                     work at Montpellier. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1458]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed to 196 3/4 acres of land one mile above Charlottesville on the Staunton\n                     Road for the use of Central College. Acknowledgment of deed by Mrs. Frances T.\n                     Perry, 7 July 1817, witnessed by Micajah Woods and William Woods.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1459]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreed upon Perry's site for Central College. Perry to do wood work. Chisolm to\n                     meet T. J. in Lynchburg to secure bricklayer. Hopes for subscriptions. Mentions\n                     Mr. Nelson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2924]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses site for Central College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks legal opinion on deed from Lewis to Lewis. Sends copy of Wickham's and\n                     William Wirt's opinions. Note by T. J.: Peyton is bona fide purchaser and C. L.\n                     Lewis guilty of fraud by his silence. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1460]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosing notes he has signed. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1461]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSale of watches for Louis Leschute, mentioning watchmakers and repairmen, Mr.\n                     Eckles and Morris Tobias of London. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1462]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdjustment of T. J.'s account. Mr. Wheat's report that he has seen Thurston.\n                     Thanks for his visit to Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1463]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBenjamin Elliot's Republican address to Charleston '76 Association.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2925]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittance enclosed for Louis Leschute. Books from Joseph Milligan forwarded to\n                     Mr. Gray, Fredericksburg. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1464]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBoard of Visitors' meeting. Beginning of construction work at Central College.\n                     Mentions James Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1465]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of mahogany. Order for locks, handles, and bolts, to be paid for by\n                     Patrick Gibson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1466]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for the years 1814-1817. Mentions [John] Armstrong, Gales \u0026amp;\n                     Seaton, Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson, Tadeusz Kosciuszko, and Dolly Madison.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1467]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSoliciting funds for Central College. Advantages of location; general plans;\n                     personnel of Board of Visitors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1468]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSoliciting funds for Central College. Advantages of location; general plans;\n                     personnel of Board of Visitors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1468]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Fisher not paid by Mr. Dufief. Flour sales. Mentions V. W. Southall.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2926]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing M. and Mme. A. F. de Laage, lately removed to Lynchburg from\n                     Charlottesville. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1469]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCatalog of English books sold by Barrois at Paris. Subscriptions to Central\n                     College from Albemarle, Amherst, Campbell, Lancaster, Northumberland, Richmond,\n                     and Westmoreland counties. Death of Cabell's mother. Comments of T. J.'s\n                     manuscript on meteorological subjects. References to William Brent, George\n                     Cabell, John Camm, Hill Carter, Sterling Claiborne, Ellyson Currie, Thomas\n                     Eubanks, David S. Garland, Spottswood Garland, William J. Lewis, James Madison,\n                     Roderick McCullock, William Pope, Robert Rives, Mr. Ritchie, Henry St. George\n                     Tucker, Robert Walker, and Edmund Winston. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1470]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProgress of construction at Central College. Superiority of stone-and\n                     brickworkers near Lynchburg. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1471]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans advancing for college of general science, supported by public\n                     subscription and perhaps by Virginia legislature, which granted constitution\n                     and made Governor its patron. Visitors James Monroe, James Madison, Joseph C.\n                     Cabell, John Hartwell Cocke, David Watson, and T. J. Construction underway near\n                     Charlottesville on pavilion for professor of languages. To teach Greek and\n                     Latin, history and rhetoric, perhaps French, Spanish, Italian, and German. Asks\n                     Cooper to recommend person. Not common school of Yankee Latin. Classical\n                     scholars among Irish immigrants and at Dublin College. Will plan other\n                     pavilions in the future. Mathematical and physiological sciences. Offers Cooper\n                     zoology, botany, mineralogy, chemistry, anatomy, and law. Mathematician from\n                     Europe. 200-300 students expected initially. William and Marv to deteriorate to\n                     grammar school because of poor climate. Charlottesville climate ideal. Free\n                     moral and political climate compensates for brawling Presbyterian and Baptist\n                     ministers. Invites visit. Fredericksburg and Charlottesville stage to bring\n                     Cooper to Monticello, to meet Mr. Correa. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2927]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses bill for establishing a system of public education (14 pp.) and an act\n                     for establishing elementary schools (4 pp.). Remarks on legal phraseology.\n                     Lawyers' double talk compared to simple English of the ancient statutes which\n                     T. J. tried to use in 1776. Bill provides for primary schools for all at common\n                     expense, colleges spaced at convenient distances throughout the state, and as a\n                     capstone a University in the central part of the state. List of white\n                     inhabitants of the state divided into the nine collegiate districts.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1472]\u003c/bibref\u003e, \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1486]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturns Barrois' catalog. Requests he not be known as author of the bill for\n                     elementary schools. Has written to Christopher Clarke and Charles Johnston\n                     regarding subscriptions to Central College. Mentions [Thomas] Cooper.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1473]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks T. J. to appoint someone to replace John Barnes upon his death to manage\n                     financial affairs in U.S. Mentions James Madison. Comments on oppression of\n                     Poland, and government of U.S. Urges military college.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2927-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresent position at the University of Pennsylvania precarious because students\n                     in medicine forced to hear Dr. John R. Coxe's lectures in preference to his.\n                     Has been offered post at William and Mary which he will accept if they meet his\n                     conditions concerning his library and mineral collection. Would like to see\n                     medical school set up in Virginia, perhaps in Richmond. Mentions Burwell\n                     Bassett and John Augustine Smith. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1474]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill write as soon as he can give decision about offer of professorship at\n                     Central College. Discusses Destutt de Tracy' Eléments\n                     d'idéologie, which Maclure imported for [Joseph C.?] Cabell.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1475]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommending European wines. Offers letters to Cathalan, Consul at Marseilles,\n                     and Appleton, Consul at Leghorn. Mentions Capt. Bernard Peyton as importer.\n                     Describes Roussillon, Hermitage, Florence, and Claret of Marseilles wines.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2927-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo reply from Varro in Frankfort, Ky. Discusses possibility of accepting\n                     professorship at Central College. Filling of other faculty posts at the\n                     college. Has refused position at William and Mary. Possibility of medical\n                     college at Richmond. Mentions Correa da Serra and Burwell Bassett.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1476]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes he will accept offer at Central College. Correa da Serra and Robert Walsh\n                     will be in Charlottesville. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1477]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubscriptions for Central College not encouraging in Petersburg. Recommends a\n                     lottery. War taxes, prematurely ended, might have been applied to the Literary\n                     Fund. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1478]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to visit T. J. because of work on lectures and correcting press for\n                     William Wirt's Life of Patrick Henry. Refusal of position at William and Mary.\n                     Classical tutor for Central College. Mentions Mr. Sanders [Robert Saunders?] of\n                     Williamsburg. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1479]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVisits by relatives, Mr. Burton, Mr. Lane, and families, illness among slaves,\n                     and pressure of the tobacco crop prevent his visiting T. J. Will subscribe to\n                     Central College. Plans for Francis to attend in the spring. His own illness.\n                     References to Ellen. Cornelia. and Martha Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1480]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorn sales. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2928]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCornerstone being laid at Central College. Urges that David Knight leave at\n                     once for his work. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1481]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFront and side elevations. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-307, K-3]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDelay in arriving at Board of Visitors meeting due to the meeting of the\n                     Association for an Agricultural Society. References to John Hartwell Cocke,\n                     James Madison, James Monroe, Judge [Archibald?] Stewart, and David Watson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1482]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCalls meeting of Board of Visitors to consider letter from Thomas Cooper.\n                     Mentions James Madison and James Monroe. Note from Cabell and Cocke to Watson\n                     on same sheet suggesting change in time of Agricultural Society Meeting.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1483]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlan for schools and colleges throughout the state of Virginia. Copy of\n                     membership list of Cincinnati left at Monticello. John Wayles Eppes endeavoring\n                     to secure subscribers at Buckingham Court House. Advises delay on the report to\n                     the Agricultural Society. Mentions John Hartwell Cocke, Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., and Arthur Young's Annals. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1484]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDupont de Nemours' treatise worth publishing; suggests Robert Walsh publish it\n                     in his American Register. Discusses translation of French passage. Correa da\n                     Serra to live in Washington with Walsh. Thomas Cooper and George Ticknor\n                     possible professors at Central College. Hopes legislature will select Central\n                     College as site of University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1485]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlan for a system of education \"within the compass of our funds.\" Refuses to\n                     sacrifice public good for local interest by including petty academies and\n                     colleges throughout the state in his plans. Progress of construction at Central\n                     College slow. Mentions [William Cabell] Rives. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1486]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWithholds his decision regarding Central College position. If lectures can be\n                     arranged with Dr. John R. Coxe, may stay at University of Pennsylvania. Asks\n                     about classical tutor, Stack, formerly of Carlisle College, known by William\n                     Duane. Recommends an Irishman formerly employed by Robert Patterson, as best\n                     mathematician in United States. James Semple, Rector of William and Mary\n                     College, has sent notice of election to professorship of chemistry, despite his\n                     declining. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1487]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s draft in favor of Mr. Southall and drafts for taxes in Albemarle and in\n                     Bedford will be paid by flour sent to Richmond by Mr. Colclaser, one of T. J.'s\n                     mill tenants. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1488]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas watch from Leschot for Martha Eppes. Recommends all repair be done by\n                     Leschot. Recommends Monroe's plan for militia. Wisdom of economy and clearing\n                     of debts in time of peace. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1489]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFlour. No cotton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2929]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRenewal of his note by the Bank of Virginia. Flour being shipped for T. J. by\n                     Mr. Colclaser in the hands of [Bernard] Peyton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1490]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommending Thomas Eston Randolph for the office of Postmaster, Richmond,\n                     replacing Dr. [William] Foushee. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1491]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill accept William and Mary offer renewed by Mr. Brown unless Central College\n                     can offer salary the following spring. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1492]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFlour sales to E. Williams and Joseph A. Weed. Reports from England of rise in\n                     flour prices stir local market. Note renewed in U.S. Bank.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2931]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnquires about classics position offered him at Central College. Would prefer\n                     mathematics chair. Sends notice of Greek-English lexicon by Gilbert Wakefield.\n                     Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1493]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement with David Knight for work at Central College to be paid for by draft\n                     on Alexander Garrett. Mentions Samuel J. Harrison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1494]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohnson's delay in shipment of T. J.'s flour.[ \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e1495]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnless salary assured from Central College from April next, must accept William\n                     and Mary offer. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1496]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill make survey. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2932]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes Philadelphia students can have option to attend his lectures so he can\n                     remain at University of Pennsylvania until Central College ready. Might arrange\n                     for professorship of physical sciences to start sooner than planned to\n                     accommodate him. No one near Lynchburg remembers Stack. Plans to have\n                     distinguished professors from Edinburgh for Central College.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1497]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to Wood was from self and not from Visitors of Central College.\n                     Understood his answer as refusal of classics professorship. Plans to procure\n                     professors from Europe. Thanks for information on Gilbert Wakefield's\n                     Greek-English Lexicon. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1498]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotes on the land lines of Poplar Forest. Survey of roads from Campbell Court\n                     House to Poplar Forest. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1499, N-267]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubscriptions to Central College from [Henry St. George?] Tucker and John\n                     Coalter. Plan for primary schools throughout the state. Opposition to Central\n                     College from Federalists, bigots, members of the Society of Cincinnati, and\n                     from friends of Washington College at Lexington. William and Mary people are\n                     liberal. References to Judge Brooke, John W. Green, Armistead Holmes, Chapman\n                     Johnson, and Edward Watts. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1500]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccepts professorship of chemistry, mineralogy, philosophy, and law beginning\n                     following summer. Trustees of University of Pennsylvania rejected proposals to\n                     share John R. Coxe's students. William and Mary has elected Hare to post\n                     offered to Cooper. Adam Seybert, Mr. Cloud, or Zaccaheus Collins will value his\n                     mineral collection before shipment. Relative merits of Edinburgh, Oxford,\n                     Cambridge, Eton, Westminster, Harrow, and Winchester as sources of faculty.\n                     Lauds advice of Sir William Jones on translating foreign languages. Mr. Stack\n                     now at Centerville, Md. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1501]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccepts post at Central College. Confirms his letter of yesterday sent to\n                     Poplar Forest. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1502]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUniversity business\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUniversity business\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn leaves in morning. Purchases, including corn, from Mr. Higginbotham, Mr.\n                     Bankhead, and John Flagg. Turkeys, coopers, carpenter. Payment received from\n                     Gibson \u0026amp; Jefferson. Apologizes for questioning T. J.'s judgment on\n                     interest due. Canal work. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2933]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstimate for making and laying bricks at Central College. Mentions Samuel J .\n                     Harrison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1503]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFlour sold to Robert K. Jones. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2935]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson's ideas regarding the bill providing for the establishment of primary\n                     schools, academies, colleges, and a university. Discussion of whether education\n                     should be compulsory. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1504]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForwards for his approval copy of report of Visitors of Central College to\n                     Governor of Virginia. Plan for a general scheme of education, ward schools,\n                     colleges, one university. Urges conciliation of Charles Fenton Mercer, author\n                     of rival plan. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1505]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGoods from Norfolk by Mr. Gilmore. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2936]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposal for plastering at Central College. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1506]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubscriptions and donations to Central College. Report of the Visitors to the\n                     Governor. General education bill for Virginia. Thomas Cooper has accepted\n                     position at Central College. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1507]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHigh wages of bricklayers in Lynchburg. Asks Richmond prices. Reply must be\n                     immediate so he can answer Matthew Brown of Lynchburg. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1508]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrickwork at Central College. Mentions David Knight. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1509]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturns letters of Messrs. [James C.?] Picket[t] and Albert Gallatin. Reference\n                     to [Richard?] Terrell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1510]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrothers urge move to Missouri. Asks salary increase. Compares own to overseers\n                     of James Monroe, Tufton, Mr. Higginbotham, Mr. Burnley. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2937]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpposition by members of the Society of Cincinnati to Central College,\n                     preferring to give funds to Washington College. Presbyterians oppose because T.\n                     J. is an infidel. Opposition in the Assembly to setting up a system of public\n                     education in Virginia. Encloses copy of letter sent to Robert Scott, Chairman\n                     of Committee for Schools and Colleges \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1504]\u003c/bibref\u003e. Site for the\n                     University. Report on the Literary Fund. References to Francis T. Brooke,\n                     William Cabell, John Coalter, Thomas Cooper, Mr. Garrett, Chapman Johnson,\n                     Wilson C. Nicholas, [Alfred H.?] Powell, Spencer Roane, Henry Tucker, and\n                     Edward Watts. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1511]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of General Kosciuszko. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1512]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport of the Visitors of Central College to the Governor. Subscriptions.\n                     Delays writing to Edinburgh until the legislature acts. Recommends \u003cpersname normal=\"Thomas Cooper\"\u003eDr. Cooper's\u003c/persname\u003e appointment to the chairs of\n                     physiology and law, but suspension of those functions at first and allowing him\n                     to teach languages. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1513]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests information regarding lands of Mr. Poinsot des Essarts. Report\n                     [regarding Central College] sent to Mr. Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1514]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Short's reconveyance of Indian Camp lands to Higginbotham.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2938]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContracts for brickwork. Mentions Matthew Brown, Clifton Harris.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1515]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis is an early study for Pavilion VII, the first building erected. It shows\n                     an elevation of the pavilion with adjacent dormitories and Chinese railings,\n                     and plans of the first and second floors. On back is an early study of the Lawn\n                     showing nine identical paviliions; the specifications begin: \"The walls of the\n                     Pavilion are 116 feet running measure.\" See N-23. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-309, K-5, verso is\n                        Kb]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDrawn by Dr. William Thornton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-303, N-352; K-212, K-Pl. 16]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne of three variants. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-305, K-1]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne of three variants. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-306, K-2]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-308, K-4]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDrawn by Dr. William Thornton. Edmund S. Campbell thought this might be the\n                     source of the design for Old Sweet Springs, Berkeley, West Virginia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-310, K-6]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-314]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWhile decorative, the walls are not particularly strong.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-315]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopies of the minutes belonging to James Breckinridge. Some of the notes date\n                     from 1814, with the minutes of the Trustees of Albemarle Academy. (See\n                     \"Bibliography of Unprinted Official Records\" in sixth Annual Report of the\n                     Archivist, Univ. of Va., 1935-36). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1517-c]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOfficial minutes of the University of Virginia Board of Visitors, kept by T. J.\n                     as Rector from 1817-1826. The earlier notes are signed by T. J. and other\n                     members of the Board, Joseph C. Cabell, John Hartwell Cocke, James Madison,\n                     James Monroe, and David Watson. Members of the Board in later years who did not\n                     sign: James Breckenridge, Chapman Johnson, George Loyall, and Robert B. Taylor.\n                     The University of Virginia also owns preliminary notes made by T. J. for later\n                     copying (35 pp.), as well as the copies of the minutes belonging to Joseph C.\n                     Cabell, John Hartwell Cocke, James Monroe, and James Breckenridge. Some of the\n                     notes date from 1814, with the minutes of the Trustees of Albemarle Academy.\n                     The minutes after the spring meeting of 1826 (pp. 107-185) in this volume are\n                     in the hand of the Secretary of the Board, Nicholas P. Trist. (See \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eBibliography of Unprinted Official Records\u003c/title\u003e in\n                     sixth \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eAnnual Report of the Archivist,\u003c/title\u003e University\n                     of Virginia, 1935-36). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1517]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopies of the minutes belonging to Joseph Carrington Cabell. Some of the notes\n                     date from 1814, with the minutes of the Trustees of Albemarle Academy. The\n                     notes for 1826 March 4 and 5 (2 pp.) have interlineations in T. J.'s hand. (See\n                     \"Bibliography of Unprinted Official Records\" in sixth Annual Report of the\n                     Archivist, Univ. of Va., 1935-36). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1517-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopies of the minutes belonging to John Hartwell Cocke. Some of the notes date\n                     from 1814, with the minutes of the Trustees of Albemarle Academy. (See\n                     \"Bibliography of Unprinted Official Records\" in sixth Annual Report of the\n                     Archivist, Univ. of Va., 1935-36). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1517-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePocket memorandum book containing specifications, ink drawings, and other data\n                     used and compiled by T. J. while directing the construction of the University\n                     of Virginia (Central College until 1819). Description of proposed buildings,\n                     style of architecture, measurements, materials to be used, and the amount of\n                     brick or stone required. Specification book dated on cover July 18, 1819.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1518, N-317, N-318]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn folder with other fragments: financial figures (N-327.1), one 3\" x 5 3/4\",\n                     giving dimensions for \"Perry's Houses\" (N-327.2), cost per acres (N-327.3),\n                     forms (N-327.4), the Rotunda in relation to the road (N-327.5), and a plat of\n                     land with area (N-327.6). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1516, 2938-a, N-327]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses copy of report of the Board of Visitors to the governor. Requests\n                     their approval of Thomas Cooper's appointment to physiological professorship,\n                     with an ad interim appointment to the classical school. Bricklayers' terms.\n                     Subscriptions. Enclosure: estimate of the objects of application of Central\n                     College funds. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1519]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses letter from Major Christopher Tompkins regarding the price of\n                     bricklaying for Central College. Essay in the Enquirer by Mr. Giles. Prospects\n                     not good for the general education bill. Receipt of the papers of Poinsot des\n                     Essarts. Information regarding subscriptions to Central College from William\n                     Brent, Mr. Currie, and Creed Taylor. References to Wilson C. Nicholas, James P.\n                     Preston, Mr. Brown (bricklayer), and Mr. Night (bricklayer).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1520]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport to the governor of Virginia, concerning the progress and prospects of\n                     Central College. Financial report. Copy sent to James Monroe for his approval.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1521]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePleased by Cooper's acceptance of physiological professorship. Cooper to open\n                     classical school in July. Plan to establish additional professorships when\n                     funds permit. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1522]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnjoyed John Playfair's presentation of mathematical history; asks him to print\n                     unedited Destutt de Tracy manuscript, \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003ePrincipes\n                        logiques,\u003c/title\u003e in the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eAmerican Register.\u003c/title\u003e\u003cpersname normal=\"Thomas Cooper\"\u003eDr. Cooper's\u003c/persname\u003e acceptance of Central\n                     College post. Invitation to visit Monticello with Correa da Serra.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1523]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for professorship of oriental literature, German, and Hebrew.\n                     Enclosure: prospectus for the first American edition of Van der Hooght's Hebrew\n                     Bible. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1524]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinancing a general education system for Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1525]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinancial aid for Central College from the legislature. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1526]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCentral College subscriptions. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1527]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSearch regarding land will be carried out for T. J. in the Register's Office.\n                     Copy of the Report of the Visitors circulated in the Assembly. Copy of T. J.'s\n                     letters regarding primary schools given to Robert Scott, Chairman of the\n                     Committee on Schools and Colleges. Motion to move the capital. Opposition to\n                     Central College by the Washington College people. Recommends that William\n                     Brent, John T. Brooke, John Hartwell Cocke, and George Poindexter run for the\n                     Assembly. Bank loan being negotiated. Recommends annuity from the Literary Fund\n                     as best income for Central College. Encloses note from Chancellor Creed Taylor\n                     regarding T. J.'s proposed system of public education. References to Jesse W.\n                     Garth, James Madison, Robert Mallory, Dabney Minor, and James Monroe.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1528]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDisappointment in the bill reported by the Committee of Schools and Colleges.\n                     Visitors will be personally responsible for a bank loan to Central College.\n                     Movement of seat of government from Richmond to the West postponed.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1529]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Caspar Wistar may change situation at University of Pennsylvania,\n                     since Dr. John R. Coxe wishes to take materia medica chair.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1530]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo the President of the Bank of Virginia, covering reports by the Visitors of\n                     Central College, given to enable the bank to judge the merits of a loan sought\n                     in anticipation of subscriptions. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1531]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreeing to lend money to Central College for 60 days with renewal of notes\n                     possible. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1532]\u003c/bibref\u003e Originally enclosed in\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1534]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFears failure of general education bill for Virginia. Requests T. J. to draw\n                     bill for annuity from Literary Fund for endowment of professorships. Inquires\n                     with regard to Des Essarts' land patents. References to Robert Scott, Samuel\n                     Taylor, and [George J.] Davison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1533]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLoan offered by John Brockenbrough, President of the Bank of Virginia, better\n                     than can be obtained from Benjamin Hatcher of the Farmer's Bank. Necessity for\n                     the Visitors to sign the notes as individuals. References to Wilson C. Nicholas\n                     and David Watson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1534]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInquiries regarding Poinsot des Essarts' land patents. Back-country opposition\n                     to T. J.'s general education bill. Opposition to Central College from friends\n                     of Lexington and Staunton. Recommends selection of men such as General [John\n                     George] Jackson in the Northwest of Virginia and William Burwell from the\n                     Southwest. References to Mr. Johnson, General Kosciuszko, and Peter Carr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1535]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLaments death of Dr. Caspar Wistar. Engagement with Central College will not\n                     prevent Cooper's accepting better position at Pennsylvania caused by vacancy.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1536]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s letter published in the Enquirer to help the general education bill,\n                     omitting T. J.'s estimate of the large amount of money necessary. Reference to\n                     William Cabell, Wilson C. Nicholas, and Lewis Somers (i.e., Summers).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1537]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInterest of the Wayles estate in Byrd's Lottery. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1538]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Lewis Summers of Kanawha County. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1539]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnquiries regarding Poinsot des Essarts' land. Failure of T. J.'s general\n                     education bill, with only a small appropriation for education of the poor, due\n                     to interests from Lexington and Staunton and to the Presbyterians, aided by a\n                     junto from the middle country delegation (Charles Yancey, Thomas Miller, Robert\n                     Mallory, and Charles Everett). Possibility of an appropriation for Central\n                     College. References to Francis T. Brooke, Dabney Carr, John W. Green, Thomas\n                     Hill, and Chapman Johnson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1540]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegrets his \"intermedling\" in the education bill. Subscriptions for Central\n                     College. Requests all of Board of Visitors to visit him whenever near\n                     Monticello to help make decisions between formal meetings.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1541]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCentral College subscriptions. Mentions Mr. Baker, Thomas Jefferson Randolph,\n                     and George Skipwith. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1542]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInability to collect any subscriptions or to subscribe himself to the Central\n                     College fund. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1543]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill providing for education of poor, an appropriation for the University, and\n                     the setting up of the Rockfish Gap Commission passed the Senate.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1544]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpects an opening at University of Pennsylvania. Appreciative of Central\n                     College's liberal conduct. Medical faculty has recommended Augustine Smith of\n                     Williamsburg for Wistar's post. Plans to come to Virginia with Correa da Serra.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1545]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePassage of the Rockfish Gap Bill. Asks T. J. to serve as a commissioner.\n                     Appointments in the hands of the president and directors of the Literary Fund,\n                     three fifths of whom are from beyond the mountains. Urges immediate work on\n                     buildings of Central College because of opposition from Federalists,\n                     Presbyterian clergy, and the entire back country. Mentions James Madison.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1546]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubscriptions to Central College. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1547]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Madison will serve on Rockfish Gap Commission. Thinks it better for\n                     Cabell to serve rather than himself. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1548]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSelection of members of the Rockfish Gap Commission. Visit to Monticello.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1550]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends Francis Eppes II be sent to Mr. Dasheel (Dashiell?) in New London,\n                     Va., until Central College opens. Birth of a sixth grandson. Patsy doing well.\n                     Plans for meeting Francis. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1551]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRivalry between Washington College, Rockbridge College, and Central College as\n                     to the site for the University. Offer by a Mr. Robinson of Lexington to leave\n                     his estate to the University if located there. Requests T. J. to urge Wilson J.\n                     Cary, John Hartwell Cocke, Randolph Harrison, and Washington Trueheart to serve\n                     in House of Delegates as friends of Central College. References to John Wayles\n                     Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1552]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests information for a biography of Tadeusz Kosciuszko to be written by Mr.\n                     Gullien. Administration of General Kosciuszko's estate. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1553]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests information for a biography of Tadeusz Kosciuszko to be written by Mr.\n                     Gullien. Administration of General Kosciuszko's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCovers Mr. Lightfoot's letter requesting a favor of T. J.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1554]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturning a letter to T. J. Mentions a letter to [Richard?] Terrell.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1555]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLending Jefferson a copy of the Oxford and Cambridge guide.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1556]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrevious inquests established that T. J.'s dam above Shadwell mill not harmful,\n                     or infringement of public rights. An aid to navigation, already did most of\n                     Rivanna Company's work by getting through South West mountains. Company built\n                     locks above mill, interfering with its water supply, and placed toll house near\n                     mill. Directors profiting at T. J.'s expense. Mentions Albemarle Co., Milton,\n                     Moore's ford, Secretary's ford, Sandy Falls, Potomac River, James River,\n                     Rappahannock River, Peter Jefferson, Thomas Mann Randolph, Peter Minor, John\n                     Brown, and directors George Divers, William D. Meriwether, Nimrod Bramham,\n                     Dabney Minor, and John Kelly. Appended letter, copy 1817 July 23, George\n                     Divers, Farmington, to T. J. claiming overriding rights of canal company.\n                     Appended document, copy, 1817 August 7, T. J. approves insertion of above\n                     letter. Appended document, copy, 1818 April 7, Rivanna Company claims\n                     precedence. T. J. cannot include Rivanna River as his property. Mentions Ray's\n                     ford, Stuart \u0026amp; Coalter, Richard Sampson, Richard Farrar and Mr.\n                     Henderson. Copies certified by N. H. Lewis and William S. Eskridge.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2939]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUrges him to try for the legislature rather than the cul-de-sac, William and\n                     Mary College. Visit of Correa da Serra and Thomas Cooper.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1557]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from James Madison to Thomas Jefferson submitting his first donation for \n              founding the \"Central College,\" which would become the University of Virginia. \n              Docketed in Jefferson's hand on verso, \"Madison Ja., Montpellier [missing text on margin] \n              recd M [missing text on margin]\".\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e\u003cextref type=\"simple\" href=\"https://archives.lib.virginia.edu/repositories/uva-sc/archival_objects/james_madison_letter_to_thomas_jefferson_viu-2023\" show=\"new\" actuate=\"onRequest\"\u003eItem record.\u003c/extref\u003e\n                \u003carchref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e \u003cextref type=\"simple\" href=\"https://archives.lib.virginia.edu/repositories/uva-sc/accessions/james_madison_letter_to_thomas_jefferson\" show=\"new\" actuate=\"onRequest\"\u003e[ViU-2023-0005]\u003c/extref\u003e\u003c/archref\u003e\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter at Flood's. To Monticello. Mr. Dashiell will board Francis. Greek of\n                     Xenophon's Cyropaedia preferable to Lucian. Mr. Yancey can get books at\n                     Cotton's in Lynchburg. Bezout and Euclid. Francis to sleep alone to avoid itch\n                     common at Dr. Carr's school. Subscription papers for Central College. Literary\n                     Fund and University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2940]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson orders \"2 canteens of best spirits.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests private settlement of his share of Bennett Henderson estate, which his\n                     brother James L. Henderson deeded to Craven Peyton while Bennett H. Henderson\n                     was a minor. William D. Meriwether has full power of attorney.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1557a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests procuring of a workman, Mr. Jones, to examine slate quarries and to\n                     work at Central College. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1558]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCovering a letter for [Richard?] Terrell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1559]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting instructions for bricklayers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1560]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChoice for chemistry chair to he made soon at University of Pennsylvania. Sends\n                     syllabus of lectures. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1561]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplies for work as painter, glazier at University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1562]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRates to be charged on Mr. A. S. Brockenbrough's \"new houses\" (Central College\n                     buildings). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1563]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExcuses for not being able to dine with T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1564]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand in West. Mentions Mr. Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2941]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosing a letter to [Richard?] Terrell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1565]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransfers Central College lands and properties in Albemarle County to Literary\n                     Fund for benefit of University of Virginia as permitted by act of\n                     Legislature.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransfers Central College lands and properties in Albemarle County to Literary\n                     Fund for benefit of University of Virginia as permitted by act of Legislature.\n                     Witnessed by Frank Carr, James Leitch, James Brown, and Alexander Garrett,\n                     Clerk of Albemarle County Court. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2942]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlows. No payment from Mr. Randolph. Payment from Mr. Dawson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2943]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends by his brother William the signatures of Central College subscribers in\n                     Nelson County, agreeing to the conveyance of the property of Central College to\n                     the Commonwealth of Virginia, if the University of Virginia is located on the\n                     site of the college. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1566]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s preliminary draft of the Rockfish Gap Report. Importance of education\n                     to the general welfare. Curriculum for the University. Calculation of center of\n                     population to prove that Central College is the proper site for the University.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1567]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUndated formal expression of leave-taking, thanking them for acknowledging his\n                     feeble services and for the spirit of order and harmony of the board.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1568]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWine sent to Richmond. Sends bill of lading. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2944]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommendations for William Phillips, bricklayer. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1569]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests him to remind Mr. Jefferson that if college at Charlottesville is to\n                     have same standing as Harvard, Yale, Princeton, it will need professor of\n                     oriental literature. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1570]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eObservations regarding Central College post. Assuming he is to hold chairs of\n                     experimental philosophy, chemistry, mineralogy, and law, asks questions\n                     regarding: apparatus, defraying expense of experiments, private tutoring,\n                     living quarters for family, vacation, salary, cost of moving.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1571]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnswers Cooper's questions of 3 October, under the assumption that Central\n                     College is chosen as the University of Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1572]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSalary offered at Central College unsatisfactory. Injustice done T. J. by\n                     George Ord in his life of Alexander Wilson in Wilson's Ornithology. Mentions\n                     Correa da Serra. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1573]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePleasure at T. J.'s return to health. Plans for Francis Eppes' education.\n                     Payment of his subscription to the Central College fund. References to Mr.\n                     Dashiell, a teacher, and to Mr. Baker. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1574]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. note to Edmund Bacon. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2945]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to Warminster; urges him not to tax his health.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1575]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLibelous statements in Ord's preface to Wilson's Ornithology, regarding T. J.'s\n                     refusal to send Wilson on Pike's expedition. Requests inquiry by Dearborn as to\n                     why Stuart has detained T. J.'s portrait. Mentions explorations by Lewis and\n                     Clark, William Dunbar, and Thomas Freeman. Mentions James Wilkinson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1576]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMadison reports he is glad to learn from James Monroe that Jefferson is\n                     recovering from an attack \"your health suffered beyond the mountains\" and\n                     regrets that he is unable to attend meetings of the Board of Visitors or the\n                     Albemarle Agricultural Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed for land in Albemarle County, near Charlottesville, for Central College.\n                     Approved by T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1577]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport on the qualities of tin roofing at Central College.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1578]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIllness prevents visit to Monticello. Rockfish Gap Report. Reason why he cannot\n                     make the trip to Europe for the college. Possibility he may run for the House\n                     of Representatives. Information regarding the hill for locating the University.\n                     Mentions [Samuel] Carr, Isaac Coles, William F. Gordon, Spencer Roane, Francis\n                     T. Brooke. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1579]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCost of pine shingling calculated by Dinsmore and John M. Perry.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1580]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to the Speaker of the Senate containing Rockfish Gap Report. Necessity\n                     for special agent to secure in Europe professors for Central College.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1581]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s ill health. Approval of the present French Constitution. Discounts\n                     reports of aggression in Florida. Prospects for Mr. Poirey's claims for\n                     compensation for services during the Revolution. Copy of translation of Destutt\n                     de Tracy's work on political economy. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1582]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProgress of the Rockfish Gap Report in the General Assembly. Attitudes of the\n                     William and Mary and Lexington interests. Cabell's health. References to Samuel\n                     Carr, William F. Gordon, Samuel Taylor, and Philip R. Thompson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1583]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProgress of the bill to decide the site of the University. Prospects of Central\n                     College. Report of T. J.'s authorship of the bill gives appearance of\n                     dictation. References to Linn Banks, Samuel Taylor, and Robert T. Thompson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1584]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCentral College fixed as the site of the University in the bill reported to the\n                     House of Delegates. Combination of western delegates opposed to Central\n                     College. Publication of T. J.'s calculation of the center of population based\n                     on census of 1810. References to Wilson C. Nicholas and William Cabell.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1585]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSenator Davidson [Davison?] of Clarksburg in favor of Central College.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1586]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers services as bricklayer, brickmaker to college. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1587]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDelay of the University bill. Opposition from friends of William and Marv, who\n                     demand $5000 per annum for William and Mary as price of their concurrence, from\n                     those who wish education left to individual enterprise, and from those who wish\n                     Literary Fund devoted to the poor. Various methods of calculating the center of\n                     population. References to the Edinburgh Review, William S. Archer, James\n                     Hunter, Chapman Johnson, Francis Preston, Adam Smith, Dugald Stewart, and\n                     Colonel Tatham. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1588]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for taxes on 4000 acres of land, 53 slaves, and 16 horses. Paid by Joel\n                     Yancey, T. J.'s overseer; receipted by Joseph D. Stratton, Deputy to Joel\n                     Leftwich, Sheriff. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1589]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElevation and three plans, one with alternate flap. Specifications on back. On\n                     September 30, 1821, Jefferson wrote to John Hartwell Cocke that \"Pavilions\n                     Number 3 and 7 undertaken in 1817 and 1818, Numbers 2,4,5,9 finished. 17 marble\n                     caps from Italy No. 2,3,5,8. No. 1,6,8,10 not finished.\" \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-316,\n                        K-15]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe University of Virginia Library also has a copy made by N. P. Trist,\n                     September 27, 1827 (Ink. Paper CW. 7 3/4 x 10 in.). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-371]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo plats of land containing 153 acres and 92 1/1 acres of land bounded by Three Chopped Road and Wheeler' Road were surveyed\n              by William Woods as the site of Central College (University of Virginia). \n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e\u003cextref type=\"simple\" href=\"https://search.lib.virginia.edu/sources/uva_library/items/u2911608\" show=\"new\" actuate=\"onRequest\"\u003eItem record.\n              \u003c/extref\u003e\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions Monticello, Potomac River, Willis's Mountain, and Blue Ridge\n                     Mountains. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2946]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill to make Central College the University of Virginia. Board of Visitors to\n                     erect, preserve, and repair buildings, appoint faculty and staff, prescribe the\n                     course of education, and establish rules of government and discipline.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1590]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMadison has postponed returning two documents because he knew T. J. would not\n                     return from Bedford \"till about a week before the day of assembling at\n                     Rockfish.\" Presumably in reference to the Commission to Fix the Site of the\n                     University of Virginia, a.k.a. the Rockfish Gap Commission.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncome: subscriptions, glebe lands, and annual endowment. Costs: land purchases\n                     from John M. Perry and [W. D.?] Garth, wages, salaries, bricks.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1591]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of introduction for Monsieur Calvo who wishes to apply for position at\n                     Central College. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1592]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCenter of white population in Virginia, calculated to determine best site for\n                     the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1593]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplies for position as amanuensis or humble servant in any capacity.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1594]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of [Rockfish Gap] Report. Workmen for the University. T.\n                     J.'s health. Mentions William Short and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1595]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommendation of Dabney Cosby, bricklayer. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1596]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCabell's labors in the General Assembly on behalf of the University Bill. T.\n                     J.'s health. References to John Brockenbrough, Chancellor John W. Green, Thomas\n                     C. Holmes, W. C. Nicholas, Mr. Pannel, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Spencer\n                     Roane, Mr. Slaughter, John Taliaferro, Samuel Taylor, Chancellor [Creed]\n                     Taylor, and Philip Thompson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1597]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommendation of Dabney Cosby, bricklayer. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1598]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledging receipt of Tracy's Political Economy and of the Rockfish Gap\n                     Report. Inquiry about T. J.'s health. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1599]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUniversity Bill passes the House of Delegates with Central College fixed as the\n                     site. Various methods of determining the center of population favor Central\n                     College. Cabell's recent illness. References to Briscoe G. Baldwin, Dabney\n                     Carr, Armistead Holmes, and James Hunter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1600]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProgress of the University Bill in the Senate. Bill to connect the eastern and\n                     western waters. Cabell's ill-health. References to Judge John Coalter, George\n                     Hay, Armistead Holmes, Chapman Johnson, Alfred Powell, John Taliaferro, and\n                     Philip Thompson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1602]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. writes to Cooper informing him of favorable action by the Delegates in\n                     passing the bill to establish the University of Virginia and notes that he\n                     counts on Cooper in the spring.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDuties of Proctor of Central College. Nelson Barksdale suited for part of\n                     duties, but Alexander Garrett recommends Duke for other duties. To begin when\n                     Legislature approves University. See item 1601, 1819 January 20.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2947]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting him to come to Monticello because of business of extreme urgency.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1604]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrip to the West. Market wagon. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2948]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePassage of the University Bill. Cabell's illness. References to John Coalter,\n                     Chapman Johnson, and Edward Watts. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1603]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Dinsmore agrees to work by Latrobe's price book. Passage of University\n                     Bill in Senate. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1605]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks for recommendation to assist his application for employment at Central\n                     College. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1606]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePassage of the University Bill. Need for extensive funds to execute the plan.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1607]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends George Watson as anatomy professor; list of trustees of University\n                     of Pennsylvania who might recommend him. Success of the University Bill. Need\n                     for further funds. Recommends Dabney Cosby as mechanic. Appropriation of money\n                     for primary schools. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Francis Gilmer.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1608]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSalary offered by Visitors too small; will hold decision for final offer.\n                     Important law suit pending in United States Circuit Court prevents leaving in\n                     October. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1609]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvises against moving now for the derelict portion of the School Fund. Copy of\n                     reports on the navigation of the James and on connection of eastern and western\n                     waters. Sketch of services rendered by the following friends of the University:\n                     William Brockenbrough, William H. Brodnax, Francis T. Brooke, Samuel Carr, John\n                     Coalter, [Francis W.?] Gilmer (author of essays signed \"a Virginian\"), John W.\n                     Green, George Hay, Armistead Holmes, Garrett Minor, Wilson C. Nicholas, George\n                     Nicholson, Mr. Pannel, the Rev. Mr. Rice (author of essay signed \"Crito\"), Mr.\n                     Ritchie, Judge Spencer Roane, James Robertson, JF., Mr. Scott, Captain\n                     Slaughter, Mr. Stannard, John Taliaferro, Chancellor [Creed] Taylor, Philip\n                     Thompson. Mentions also William S. Archer, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and James\n                     Madison. (Thirteen lines made illegible, probably prior to publication of N. F.\n                     Cabell's book). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1610]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommendation of Dabney Cosby for work at University of Virginia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1611]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRevenue of the Literary Fund not equal to appropriations.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1612]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s commission as Visitor of the University of Virginia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1613]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppointment of James Breckenridge, Joseph Cabell, John Hartwell Cocke, Chapman\n                     Johnson, James Madison, and Robert B. Taylor as Visitors of the University of\n                     Virginia. Cabell's health. Untrue report that Cabell is to go to Europe to seek\n                     professors. Advises delay in opening the University until sufficient buildings\n                     are ready. References to Samuel Taylor, Armistead Holmes, [Samuel] Carr, and\n                     Henry St. George Tucker. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1614]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContract for sculpture (marble columns) to be done at the University of\n                     Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1615]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePleasure at choice of the Visitors: James Breckenridge, Robert B. Taylor, John\n                     Hartwell Cocke, Cabell, Chapman Johnson, James Madison, and T. J. Construction\n                     to be undertaken at University. Mentions Thomas Cooper. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1616]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInviting Cocke to travel with him to the Board of Visitors' meeting at James\n                     Madison's. Mentions Joseph Cabell, Colonel Lindsay, and David Watson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1617]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeeting of the Board of Visitors of University; appointment of \u003cpersname normal=\"Thomas Cooper\"\u003eDr. Cooper\u003c/persname\u003e one of great delicacy and\n                     importance; recommends delay in opening until several eminent professors are\n                     secured. Difficulties in securing adequate funds from the Assembly. References\n                     to James Breckenridge, John Hartwell Cocke, Isaac Coles, James Madison, Robert\n                     B. Taylor, and David Watson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1618]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft on Hollins in favor of Thomas Perkins, drawn for account of T. J.\n                     (Expenses incurred for the Raggi Brothers in purchase of marble for\n                     University). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1619]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppointment as Visitor of University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2949]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubmits for comment his pamphlets on the opening of the Liverpool Botanic\n                     Gardens, and on penal jurisprudence and the reformation of criminals. Mentions\n                     his life of Leo the Tenth, and Beccaria's Essay on Crimes and Punishments.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2950]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginally enclosed in \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1620],\u003c/bibref\u003e 1819, March 1.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport to the Governor and Council of the Board of Visitors meeting. Progress\n                     of negotiations with Thomas Cooper. Denies rumors of Cooper's intemperance.\n                     University finances. Mentions Correa da Serra. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1620]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePraising Destutt de Tracy's Treatise on Political Economy.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1621]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommendation for David White, plasterer. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1622]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBest wishes on his removal to the Tombigbee River. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1623]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTentative offer to Cooper. Final offer must await Board of Visitors meeting.\n                     Stoves for faculty residences. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1624]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommendations of David White, plasterer. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1625]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eN-306 was cut from this piece to permit substitutions; see also N-305, N-369.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-366, K-30]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends David White, plasterer. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1626]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvertisement concerning the University to be put in the Enquirer.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1627]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eState funds for the University. The Literary Fund. Professorship offered to\n                     Thomas Cooper. References to John Hartwell Cocke, Isaac Coles, Alexander\n                     Garrett, James Madison, and James P. Preston. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1628]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongratulations on law establishing the University. Recommends Dabney Cosby as\n                     bricklayer. Conspiracy of Messrs. Jordan, Brown, Hawkins, and Darst, to get\n                     monopoly of brickwork at the University. Request from Messrs. Tucker and Kinney\n                     for papers in Jefferson's possession. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1629]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommendation of David White, plasterer. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1630]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrices for plastering at the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1631]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvertisement (for workmen for the University?) for Winchester newspaper.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1632]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvertisement for workmen for the University inserted in the Enquirer.\n                     Alexander Garrett's draft on Literary Fund will be honored. Importance of\n                     securing Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough as proctor. Cabell's health improved.\n                     Mentions Mary Cabell, Mr. Montcarel, and Wilson C. Nicholas.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1633]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnlikely that Europeans will come to teach at the University of Virginia at\n                     income inferior to that common in this country. Terms under which he will go to\n                     the University. Mentions Nathaniel Bowditch, Parker Cleaveland, Zaccheus\n                     Collins, Dr. Holly, Dr. Meade, Mr. McNulty, Robert Patterson, Charles W. Peale,\n                     Mr. Shaw, and John Vaughan. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1634]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStresses abilities of Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough. Urges he be secured as\n                     proctor to oversee construction. Mentions Alexander Garrett.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1635]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Bolinger's prices for boring logs. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1636]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for work as stonecutter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1637]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommending Richard Ware as a carpenter for the University of Virginia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1638]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommendation for Daniel R. Calverly, painter, for work at Central College\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1639]\u003c/bibref\u003e Originally enclosed in \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1646]\u003c/bibref\u003e, 1819\n                     March 23.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for carpentry work at the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1640]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommending Richard Ware, master carpenter, to Nelson Barksdale, Proctor of\n                     the University of Virginia. Progress on Washington Monument.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1641]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for work as carpenter. Asks advance over wages in Matthew Carey's\n                     price book. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1642]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends Mr. Hickey, plasterer, for University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1643]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends Mr. Hickey as plasterer. Mentions Mr. Haxall, former employer, and\n                     [John] Brockenbrough. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1644]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to do carpentry work at the University. Matthew Carey's price book not\n                     known. Those now in use belong to the new and old Carpenters' Hall. Mentions W.\n                     Duane, Captain Dunlap, Captain Hardy, Thomas Pratt, Dr. Pilmore, W. Strickland,\n                     Burton Wallace, and Dr. Wylie. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1645]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Mr. Calverly. Delayed in Richmond. Wheat crop, flowers, bushes, and\n                     birds at Varina. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1646]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning his problems as U. S. Consul. Unable to raise the $2000 bond\n                     required of U. S. Consuls. No provision for office expenses in his\n                     instructions. Few advantages for maritime commerce at Nice. Mentions Mr.\n                     Jackson of New York. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1647]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for painting and glazing work at University. Benjamin H. Latrobe\n                     will recommend him. Cannot send proposals until he gets price book from\n                     Alexandria, Va. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1648]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms for bricklaying at the University of Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1649]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms for painting, glazing, and paper hanging at the University of Virginia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1650]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to sell philosophical apparatus and collection of minerals, shells,\n                     antiques, and books to the University of Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1651]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends Thomas Smith, painter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1652]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubmits terms for painting and glazing. Can be recommended by Littlebury Moon,\n                     Charles Irving, George Booker, Alexander Trent, and William Perkins.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1653]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposal for brickwork at the University of Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1654]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposal to undertake carpenters' work below prices in Matthew Carey's price\n                     book of 1812. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1655]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends Russell Dudley, a carpenter, associate of Otis Manson, architect,\n                     for work at the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1656]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConstruction of the University of Virginia. Wage scale set by Matthew Carey's\n                     price book unfair. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1657]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport on the springs in the University grounds. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1658]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms for doing carpentry work at the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1659]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubmits estimate on brickwork and carpentry at the University. Mentions\n                     M[atthew] Brown, and Matthew Carey's Philadelphia Price Book.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1660]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms for brickwork at the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1661]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms for carpentry work. Objects to scale set in Matthew Carey's price book.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1662]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposals for painting, glazing. Returning to Fredericksburg until news of\n                     proposal announced. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1663]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn response to advertisement in Philadelphia Democratic Press, submits\n                     proposals for brickwork. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1664]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubmits proposal for painting, glazing. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1665]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWithdrawing earlier proposals. Will work for terms in Matthew Carey's price\n                     book. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1666]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDecision of Visitors to open classical school under usher to be named by\n                     Cooper, perhaps Mr. Stack. Will serve as nursery for the University. Need for\n                     tinsmith and silversmith in Charlottesville. Plan for the University seal.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1667]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegrets that he must decline further carpenter's work at present.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1668]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChanges terms submitted for work at the University. Possibility that workers\n                     may erect cabins on the grounds. Mentions James Dinsmore and John M. Perry.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1669]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for recommendations of Don Marcus Escopinachi, Dr. Speed, and of Mr.\n                     Bonfils. Except for \u003cpersname normal=\"Thomas Cooper\"\u003eDr. Cooper\u003c/persname\u003e, the\n                     University will hire no professors until construction is complete.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1670]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSeeking work as carpenter and joiner at the University of Virginia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1671]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubmits proposals for brickwork at University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1672]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccepts offer to pipe water to University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1673]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms for brickwork at the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1674]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStoves for the University. Important letter for Richard Ware, carpenter.\n                     Mentions Mr. Leschot of Charlottesville and Bernard Peyton.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1675]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccepts his proposal for carpentry work. Information regarding wages, working\n                     conditions, and living quarters for the workers. Matthew Carey's price book.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1676]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorn buying, some from Mr. Higginbotham. Draft on Richmond for debt. Powder\n                     from Mr. Osmond of Milton. T. J. On verso: trigonometric calculations for arcs\n                     of two domes or globes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2951, N-553]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvertisement for stoves placed in Democratic Press and in Poulson's American\n                     Daily Advertiser. Recent illness. Stack will undertake grammar school in\n                     Charlottesville. Urges confining choice to Oxford if professors to be sought in\n                     Europe. Will try to accept terms of the University. Offers received to edit\n                     selection of English common law reporters and an agricultural dictionary.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1677]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges his zeal in obtaining subscriptions for the University. More funds\n                     needed. Requests deposit of subscriptions in the University account in the Bank\n                     of Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1678]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposal for piping water. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1679]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of money for stoves from Mr. Leschot. Mr. Stack leaving for\n                     Charlottesville. Information about Minerva for the University of Virginia seal.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1680]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends A. S. Brockenbrough as Proctor. Despite admiration for T. J.'s plans\n                     for the pavilions and lawn, recommends different style for hotels and ranges.\n                     Provision for lecture rooms in separate buildings from pavilions. Fire at\n                     Monticello. Reference to John Hartwell Cocke. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1681]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichard Ware will accept Jefferson's terms. Difficulty in procuring\n                     brickmakers. Brickmaker Cribbs recommends burning bricks in kilns to improve\n                     the quality. Mentions Mr. James, Quaker of Philadelphia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1682]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter received through Thomas Cooper. Difficulties in finding brickmaker;\n                     brick prices. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1683]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStill unwell. John Vaughan to buy stoves to ship to Bernard Peyton, Richmond.\n                     Wing of Monticello destroyed by fire. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1684]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. notes on verso \"sent 2. D. by Gill Apr. 22 19.\" \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComments on T. J.'s ale. Gift of vegetables. Thanks for directions on \"the\n                     assignments\" (of lands?). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1685]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends that the deeds be witnessed. (Possibly a reference to deed of trust\n                     to Poplar Forest, 15 September 1819). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1686]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplies for professorship of modern languages at the University of Virginia.\n                     Mentions Mr. Bevan, James Ogilvie, Mr. Preston, and George Ticknor.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1687]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks how the revocation is to be executed and published.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1688]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests aid a second time in stocking his fish pond. Suggests Cocke's son\n                     attend Mr. Stack's classical school in Charlottesville with Mr. Laporte as\n                     boarding housekeeper. Arrival of Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough. Tadeusz\n                     Kosciuszko's will to be proven. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1689]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetailed recommendations for changes in University construction plans Suggests\n                     diverting money from Tadeusz Kosciuszko's will into American Colonization\n                     Society. Mentions information collected by Miles and Burgess on the coast of\n                     Africa. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1690]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Stack, who is recommended by Thomas Cooper, to open classical school at\n                     Charlottesville; advises that Wilson Miles Cary be placed there.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1691]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests enrollment of Wilson Miles Cary in Mr. Stack's classical school.\n                     Wishes him to board with [P.] Laporte to learn French. Mentions John Hartwell\n                     Cocke. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1692]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWertenbaker's later reminiscence of T. J.'s refusal to execute Kosciuszko's\n                     will (q.v. 1798 May 5.) \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1693]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. thanks Nicholas for his \"kind aid in my little money embarrassments and\n                     avails himself of Nicholas' offer of endorsement of note to the Farmer's Bank.\n                     Thomas Jefferson Randolph moving to Tufton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1694]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSending whin seed. Routes from Bedford to Monticello via Canton, Va., and\n                     Scot's Ferry. Pleasure at renewed intercourse with T. J.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1695]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends substitution of Curtis Carter as a brick worker for Richard Ware,\n                     who has been jailed for debt in Philadelphia. \u003cpersname normal=\"Thomas Cooper\"\u003eDr. Cooper\u003c/persname\u003e to send housejoiners from Philadelphia. Pavilions and\n                     dormitories on East Lawn to be substituted for work on West Lawn.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1696]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends Wilson Miles Cary to grammar school in Charlottesville. Payment of Board\n                     delayed until tobacco sold in Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1697]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBellet wine. Nice wines. Mentions M. Spreafico. English terms for wines:\n                     Frontignan and Lunel of France, Pacharetti doux of Spain, Calcavalla of\n                     Portugal, Vin du Cap, Vin de Grave, Vin du Rhin, Vin de Hockheim, Madere sec,\n                     Pacharetti sec, vin d'Oporto, silky Madeira, and malmsey. Recent Marseilles\n                     wine acid. Desires former kinds shipped immediately care of Mr. Cathalan before\n                     December winds drive ship off course to West Indies. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2952]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee Item [2952]. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2953]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrival of Richard Ware. Superior bricklayers available at Philadelphia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1698]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s suit against Rivanna Company. Mentions Daniel Colclaser, Ambrose\n                     Flannagan, William Bacon, Thomas D. Boyd, Joseph Gilmore, William F. Cardin,\n                     William D. Fitch, Thomas E. Randolph, William Johnson, and Edmund Bacon.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2954]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrip to the West. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2955]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotice of taking of depositions in a suit between T. J. and the Directors of\n                     the Rivanna Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s plans for pavilions. Contract for laborers. Trip to Bedford. Advantages\n                     of Philadelphia laborers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1699]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinancial transactions with Mr. Pollock, Mr. Craven, Mr. Maupin, and Bishop.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2956]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWindow glass for the University. Mentions Smith and Riddle, agents in Richmond,\n                     and Bernard Peyton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1700]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePleased that Bulloch has named his son for him. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1701]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Vaughan to ship stoves for University. Seal for University drawn by Thomas\n                     Sully, but Mr. Rasch's price for engraving too high. Bass Otis' portrait of T.\n                     J. excellent. Mineral collection and botanical garden for the University.\n                     Correa da Serra recommends Thomas Nuttal as botanist. Three editorial offers no\n                     longer available: edition of English reporters given to [Charles Jared]\n                     Ingersoll; agricultural dictionary and edition of Virginia law reporters given\n                     up. Opinion on effect of paper swindling. Two papers in next Analectic\n                     Magazine, on the present movement among the manufacturers and on lithography.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1702]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends draft of window frames. Asks instructions on cornice, ceiling of portico,\n                     and columns of pavilion. Asks to borrow Jefferson's Palladio.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1703]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMecklenburg Declaration of Independence cited from Essex Register and Raleigh\n                     Register. If had known about this at the time, would have spread in, Whig\n                     newspapers and halls of Congress until T. J.'s Declaration of Independence.\n                     Better than Thomas Paine's Common Sense. Richard Caswell, William Hooper, and\n                     Joseph Hewes, Congressmen from North Carolina. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2957]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrival of Italian sculptors, Michael and Giacomo Raggi; plan for their trip to\n                     the University. Mentions John Hollins, Thomas Appleton, Robert Patton, and\n                     Garrett Minor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1704]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDelay in payment of rent due for the mill. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1705]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDisagreement with workmen, John M. Perry, Whateley, Curtis Carter, and William\n                     Phillips. Advises use of Philadelphia workmen who will work for less.\n                     Construction details. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1706]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCannot give information on the 1776 revision of Virginia laws. Visit of Correa\n                     da Serra. Proposed trip to Bedford County. Mentions George Wythe.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1707]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDormitories and cellars for the workmen at the University promised by Perry.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1708]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount with T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2958]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for expenses incurred by the Raggi brothers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1709]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions regarding the columns for the University. Mentions Arthur Spicer\n                     Brockenbrough. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1710]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReimbursement to John Hollins of Baltimore for money advanced to cover expenses\n                     of the Raggi brothers. Preparations needed for sculptors and brick makers.\n                     Mentions Thomas Appleton, Captain Concklin, Alexander Garrett, and Wilson Cary\n                     Nicholas. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1711]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichmond bank note, not U.S. bank note, to pay bill sent through Mr. Patterson.\n                     Telescope. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2959]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplies for chair of medicine at the University of Virginia. Studied at\n                     Edinburgh; is well recommended. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1712]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for balance due for brickwork, including that on Mrs. Garner's house.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1713]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCatalog of the best editions of the Greek and Latin classics. Expenses incurred\n                     for the Raggi brothers. Work planned for the Raggi brothers. Plans to visit\n                     Bedford County. Boys in the grammar school receive excellent instruction from\n                     Mr. Stack and Mr. Laporte. Mentions Robert Taylor and Mr. Cardelli.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1714]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrip to the West. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2960]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReport on progress at the University of Virginia. Professors' gardens in rear\n                     of pavilions. Construction of the hotels and pavilions. Classical school run by\n                     Mr. Stack, with Mr. Laporte boarding the students. George Blaettermann,\n                     Nathaniel Bowditch, Thomas Cooper, Thomas Nuttal, and George Ticknor considered\n                     for faculty. Arrival of Raggi brothers to do sculpture. The marble in the\n                     quarry not the right quality for Ionic or Corinthian capitals. Work proceeds\n                     miserably. Paying the printed prices as the fair living prices.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1715]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQuestions authenticity of Mecklenburg Declaration. Not reported by Thomas\n                     Ritchie or National Intelligencer. William Alexander, Richard Caswell, William\n                     Hooper, and Joseph Hewes all dead. Peter Horry's history of Francis Marion,\n                     Williamson, Ramsay, Marshall, Jones, Girardin, and Wirt do not mention it.\n                     Patrick Henry's similar resolutions greatly publicized. Dickinson a doubter,\n                     Hooper a Tory, and Hewes indecisive; Caswell strong Whig, but left early. Penn\n                     fixed Hewes. Doubts McKnitt a genuine name. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2961]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne of T. J.'s granddaughters (Cornelia Randolph?) has drawn sketch uniting two\n                     of Bass Otis' designs for the University seal to he engraved by cheaper\n                     workman. Interested in Thomas Nuttal for University faculty if a native.\n                     Philadelphia workmen expected. Opinion on paper money. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1716]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFurther payments for Michael Raggi to be remitted to Thomas Perkins at the\n                     request of Thomas Appleton. Progress of the carving. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1717]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplies for classical professorship at the University of Virginia. Education at\n                     Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland and experience at the Rev. Gilbert Austin's\n                     academy in Dublin, at the Hampton Academy, and with private pupils. List of\n                     Greek and Latin classics he has read. Copy of his diploma, signed by John.\n                     Barrett, Thomas Elsington, Fra. Hodgkinson, Robert Phipps, and Thomas Prior.\n                     Mentions letter from [Thomas A.] Emmet to Bishop [Benjamin] Moore.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1718]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCanal cleaned. No help from Mr. Randolph or Mr. Colclaser. Mill business.\n                     Barrels and corn. Money from Mr. Randolph and Mr. Pollock. Mentions Richmond,\n                     Mr. Meeks, Lego. Ailing horse. Jimmy and Shepherd sick. Flour shipment.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2962]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInformation from John Hollins of Baltimore, regarding arrival of marble from\n                     Leghorn, Italy, on hoard the Brig Strong belonging to Michael and Giacomo\n                     Raggi. Duties to be paid. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1719]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBinns has sent copy of Declaration of Independence. Mr. Cloud and Mr. W.\n                     Humbell on mineral committee (to appraise Cooper's collection?); Mr. Collins\n                     unable to serve. Seal in engraver's hands. Correa da Serra will report on\n                     Thomas Nuttal, who is English by birth. Will advertise for tinsmith.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1720]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForwards a letter from a Mr. Stokes. Information from John Gorman, stonecutter,\n                     relative to prices and time required for stonecutting and sculpturing.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1721]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUniversity of Virginia not yet ready to appoint professors.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1722]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for professorship of modern languages and music at the University\n                     of Virginia. Teaches now at Transylvania University. Opinion on music teaching\n                     in the U. S. Offers to help T. J. in his translation of Carlo Botta's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eHistory of the War of the Independence of the United States\n                        of America. \u003c/title\u003e\u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1723]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUniversity of Virginia not yet ready to appoint faculty. Returns letter of\n                     [Thomas] Emmet to Bishop [Benjamin] Moore. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1724]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApproves the judgment in the case of the slaves (case of illness or death\n                     caused by medicine). Attack of rheumatism. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1725]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplying for position as carver. Mentions Mr. Cardelli and Giovanni Andrei.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1726]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommendation of Jeremiah Sullivan, stonecutter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1727]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to resign as classics teacher should approval be found wanting\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForwarding two letters, one from [Giovanni] Andrei. Recommends the stone work\n                     of John Gorman. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1728]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans for his return to Monticello. Rheumatism better. Instructions for sending\n                     a siesta chair. Corn crop. References to Johnny Hemings, Henry (slave), James\n                     Leitch, Mrs. Trist, and Wormley (slave). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1729]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends James Wade for piping water to University of Virginia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1730]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommending James Wade of Lynchburg for conducting water to the University.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1731]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks if he would be interested in teaching in classical school now in\n                     Charlottesville in the event present teacher, Stack, leaves.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1732]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEngagements for brickwork and woodwork at the University with Curtis Carter,\n                     James Dinsmore, James Oldham, John M. Perry, William Phillips, and the\n                     Philadelphia workmen. Remission of money to the wives of the Raggi brothers.\n                     Corinthian capitals. Construction work at Poplar Forest. References to John\n                     Vaughan. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1733]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNomination of professors being deferred until building completed.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1734]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eby T. J. Declines offer to head classical school in Charlottesville.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1735]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStoves and University seal to be forwarded. Accepting ad interim offer to\n                     lecture at Lexington, Kentucky. Articles signed \"Indagator\" in Analectic\n                     Magazine opposes tariff. Correa da Serra well. Mentions John Vaughan.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1736]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoplar Forest deeded to Bernard Peyton and Andrew Stevenson, Directors of Bank\n                     of the United States, Richmond, as security for a loan to Wilson Cary Nicholas,\n                     endorsed by T. J. and T. J. Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1737]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for professorship at the University of Virginia in French, Italian,\n                     materia medica, natural philosophy, geometry, map drawing, natural history\n                     drawing, political economy, etc. Lists qualifications; tells life history.\n                     Offers Dewitt Clinton, Zaccheus Collins, and Samuel L. Mitchell as references.\n                     Appends application to the Board of Visitors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1738]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuggest savings possible by their making the marble columns for the University\n                     in Leghorn, Italy. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1739]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges receipt of T. J.s letter which enclosed a report from the Board of\n                     Visitors of the University of Virginia. Mentions Dolley Madison.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for spices.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSituation seems to require postponement or cancellation of Thomas Cooper's\n                     appointment, to save salary until institution opens. Suggests sending him copy\n                     of Visitors' resolution. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1740]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCovering letter to Thomas Cooper for his approval. Suffering from colic and\n                     rheumatism. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1741]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStove casting and seal sent to T. J. Uncertain of going to Lexington, Kentucky.\n                     Medical school would succeed in Virginia with summer lectures at\n                     Charlottesville, winter lectures at Norfolk. Offers to defer coming to\n                     Charlottesville. Hopes to be Commissioner if Bankruptcy Law passes. Mentions\n                     John Vaughan. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1742]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrockenbrough writes to ask T. J. if \"Mr. Nelson\" [i.e. Neilson] is to start\n                     work on Pavilion V. Brockenbrough has promised some of the work to Mr. Spooner.\n                     Closes by wishing T. J. a \"speedy recovery.\" The letter is re-addressed to John\n                     Hartwell Cocke, with the following note on the address leaf: \"T. Jefferson\n                     being unable to write begs the favor of General Cocke to decide upon the\n                     business of this letter him self.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommunication, by instructions of Board of Visitors, to explain delay in\n                     opening of the University of Virginia. Additional buildings, not hitherto\n                     planned, prevent hiring of professors. Richard Ware mentioned.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1743]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder to deliver cotton yarn fit for slave cloth to bearer, Burwell (a slave).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1744]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVisitors' inability to fulfill contract leaves him without support, since\n                     position of bankruptcy commissioner failed to materialize. Dr. Robert Patterson\n                     giving his chemistry course. May have to accept permanent position elsewhere.\n                     Pleased at T. J.'s recovery from severe illness. Regards to John Hartwell Cocke\n                     and the Board of Visitors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1745]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee Item [1745]. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2962-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePosition at Lexington, Ky., filled by Dr. Blythe. Therefore, proposes salary\n                     advance and permission to live in University of Virginia buildings immediately.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1746]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEpictetus of Elizabeth Carter and Sophocles of Robert Potter. Charles\n                     Thompson's translation of Old and New Testaments. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2962-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturns copy of plan of Poplar Forest. Financial requirements prevent his\n                     moving to the neighborhood of the University at the present time. T. J.'s\n                     illness. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1747]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms of employment, expenses, sums advanced to their wives. Mentions Thomas\n                     Appleton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1748]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLong illness deferred reply. Visitors of University of Virginia plan to use all\n                     funds for building, and are deferring appointment of faculty.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1749]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter formally engaging \u003cpersname normal=\"Thomas Cooper\"\u003eDr. Cooper\u003c/persname\u003e\n                     to teach at the University of Virginia. Quarters provided for him.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1750]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter formally engaging \u003cpersname normal=\"Thomas Cooper\"\u003eDr. Cooper\u003c/persname\u003e\n              to teach at the University of Virginia. Quarters provided for him.\n              \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans for removing -to the University of Virginia. Details regarding the\n                     advance of his salary. Law suit won but lands unsalable. Regards Quaker\n                     petition to Congress on the Missouri question, drawn by Mr. Walsh, as\n                     mischievous interference. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1751]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters from Thomas Cooper. Mentions Mrs. Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2963]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests any payment due to John Wayles estate he paid to Archibald Thweatt,\n                     son-in-law of Francis Eppes, who brought the original suit when T. J. was in\n                     France. Inquiries about getting preference in payment of Wilson Cary Nicholas'\n                     debt. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1752]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecord in Virginia Supreme Court of Chancery at Staunton. Decision that proof\n                     before court not sufficient, and therefore a commission set up to determine\n                     whether any damage might be done to T. J.'s canal and mills by the use of his\n                     canal by the Rivanna Company. George Divers, William D. Meriwether, Nimrod\n                     Bramham, Dabney Minor, and John Welles, directors of the company.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1753]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for chair of mathematics or natural philosophy at University of\n                     Virginia. Lists experience at West Point, Union College (Schenectady, N. Y.),\n                     work on boundary line at 45° parallel and on coast survey. Judge\n                     Yates of N. Y. will give him reference. Possesses library and apparatus.\n                     Mentions Robert Patterson and Mr. Troughton of London. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1754]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSlave sale. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2964]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Fuller, met in Charlottesville, had poor proof of supposed discovery of the\n                     longitude. T. J. unwilling to make effort to check mathematical project at his\n                     age. Mentions Mrs. Stuart. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2965]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas seal for University. Sets out for Columbia, S. C., to be professor of\n                     chemistry at Columbia College for one year. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1755]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses financial difficulties in building the University of Virginia and\n                     proposes alternate plans and sources of funds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends copy of Democratic Press on the Missouri Question. University of Virginia\n                     seal sent by Mr. Stack. Arrangements for advance on his salary at the\n                     University of Virginia. Mentions John Vaughan and J. Conolly.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1756]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplies for professorship of chemistry or natural sciences. Lists publications.\n                     Character of a university set by its professors; cites University of\n                     Pennsylvania's flourishing under William Shippen, Caspar Wistar, and Benjamin\n                     Rush. Thomas Cooper treated unfairly. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1757]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMitchell calls on Yancy for the amount of \"Mr.Jefferson's account.\" The\n                     endorsement reads \"Mitchell for the College.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElevation and 3 plans. Specifications on back. (See N-321). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-325,\n                        K-20]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElevation and three plans. Specifications on back. (See N-321). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-324,\n                        K-20]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis drawing is of an elevation and three plans; specifications are on the\n                     back. On the first floor is the large schoolroom, and on the second floor are\n                     the professor's three rooms. On June 5, 1819, Jefferson wrote that he was about\n                     to begin the drawings for the pavilion on the east. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-321,\n                        K-14]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElevation and three plans. Specifications on back. (See N-321). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-322,\n                        K-16]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElevations and three plans; shows location of Franklin stoves. Specifications on back. (See N-321).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-326, K-22]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSame as N-326, but without the Franklin stoves or specifications. Formerly incorrectly attributed to Cornelia Jefferson Randolph. Thomas S. Ridgeway statement on verso identifies as T. J.'s work. \n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-326-a], [2967]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn specification book (see N-318 Notes and specifications).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-317]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2966]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment due John H. Craven, Maupin (the President's agent), Campbell, and\n                     Meeks. William D. Fitz of Milton holds notes. Land as financial security. T. J.\n                     endorsement mentions Jerry. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2968]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrices quoted by Hugh Chisholm for work at the University.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1759]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstimate of cost of building one range of dormitories. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1758]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe exterior is based upon the Pantheon in Rome at one-half scale. Construction\n                     began in 1823. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-328, K-8]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-329, K-9]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopied from a volume (now in the National Museum), which Jefferson made by\n                     clipping from two copies of the Gospels verses dealing with Christ's life and\n                     moral precepts. (The University of Virginia Library owns the two Bibles from\n                     which the clippings were excerpted). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1760]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand surveyed by William Woods. See also N-327a. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1761, N-554]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists of prices for bricklayers, carpenters, plasterers, painters, glaziers,\n                     submitted by Joseph Antrim, Daniel Calverly, Curtis Carter, Dabney Cosby, Hugh\n                     Chisholm, James Dinsmore, Mr. Hudnall, John Neilson, James Oldham, John M.\n                     Perry, Mr. Percival, William Phillips, Mr. Smith, Richard Ware, and Mr. White.\n                     Also listed are Northern prices and Washington prices. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1762]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotes on costs of Michele Raggi to the University of Virginia, and payments to\n                     him and to Giacomo Raggi. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1763]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEssay for facilitating instruction in the Anglo-Saxon and modern English\n                     dialects, prepared for the use of the University of Virginia. Contains sections\n                     on Anglo-Saxon alphabet, orthography, grammar, numbers, pronunciation, and a\n                     specimen (the book of Genesis) of the form in which Anglo-Saxon writings might\n                     be published. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1963]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-465]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering to sell his mineral collection, highly recommended by George Gibbs and\n                     Parker Cleaveland. Incorrectly dated 1819. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1764]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBitter letter resenting niggardliness of Virginia as opposed to Kentucky, which\n                     has a flourishing university. Subscriptions of Cabell, John Hartwell Cocke,\n                     [George?] Divers, John Harris, James Madison, and his own set aside to pay\n                     Thomas Cooper's salary. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1765]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests remittance to John Vaughan of Philadelphia, to be remitted to Thomas\n                     Appleton, Leghorn, Italy, on account of Michael and Giacomo Raggi. T. J.'s\n                     receipt for same, 13 February 1820, mentioning William Dandridge, Cashier of\n                     the Bank of Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1766]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University from Literary Fund and elsewhere. Health of his wife,\n                     Mary. Reference to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1767]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGilbert Stuart portrait. Mentions Mrs. Randolph and Mrs. Dearborn\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2969]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering to sell Dr. Benjamin DeWitt's mineral collection. Mentions Archibald\n                     Bruce and George Gibbs. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1768]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAmount necessary to finish University construction estimated at $80,000 over\n                     and above expected subscriptions. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1769]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSchool commissioners appointed by the County Court of Albemarle, signed by\n                     Alexander Garrett, clerk of court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests information as to when Mrs. Cooper and he are to come to\n                     Charlottesville. South Carolina and Virginia suffer from lack of good\n                     preparatory schools. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1770]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest that T. J. arbitrate a disagreement with John Hartwell Cocke on\n                     Neilson's contract. Progress on Pavilion V. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1771]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote due Mr. Laporte at Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2970]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttempts to obtain money for the University from the Assembly. References to\n                     William and Mary, Burwell Bassett, James Breckenridge, James Dickinson, George\n                     Hay, and Chapman Johnson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1772]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUniversity of Virginia not sufficiently advanced to purchase mineral\n                     collection. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1773]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWine by schooner Industry under Corson, care of Mr. Gibson, Richmond. Mr.\n                     Dodge's letter about ship Emma Matilda . \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2971]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses bill just passed regarding funds for the University. References to\n                     James Breckenridge, William F. Gordon, and Chapman Johnson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1774]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAct authorizing Visitors of the University of Virginia to borrow money to\n                     finish building. Passed 24 February 1820. Extract from minutes of meeting of\n                     the President and Directors of Literary Fund, 28 February 1820, certified by\n                     William Munford, Clerk. Concerns letter from James Breckenridge, Joseph C.\n                     Cabell, and Chapman Johnson, requesting a loan. ALS, T. J. to Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., President of the Literary Board, 10 March 1820, with detailed\n                     discussion of terms of a loan of $60,000. Extract of the minutes of the meeting\n                     of the Literary Fund Directors, 23 March 1820, certified by William Munford,\n                     Clerk granting a loan of $40,000. Mentions James Breckenridge, Joseph C.\n                     Cabell, Chapman Johnson, and T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1775]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConfirms the appointment of T. J., James Madison, Chapman Johnson, Joseph C.\n                     Cabell, Robert B. Taylor, James Breckinridge and John Hartwell Cocke as\n                     Visitors of the University of Virginia and authorizes them to fix a day for\n                     meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for precise information on where he stands with respect to the\n                     University of Virginia. In view of criticism in the Rev. J. H. Rice's\n                     Evangelical Magazine, is willing to resign. Position would be insecure after T.\n                     J.'s and James Madison's death. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1776]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft notes from a speech, 1820, of John Randolph, with corrections attributed\n                     to Thomas Jefferson, regarding funerals at public expense; accompanied by\n                     Jefferson's half-leaf note regarding an insertion.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInability to pay debt because of failure of Bedford (Poplar Forest) crop and\n                     flour rents. His debtors unable to pay him. Requests that he \"forgive us our\n                     trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1777]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment to Thomas Cooper. Thanks for copy of William Tilghman's agricultural\n                     orations [before the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture].\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1778]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eError in sum sent to John Vaughan for Cooper has been corrected. Rev. J. H.\n                     Rice's diatribe against Cooper should be ignored. Only opposition to University\n                     is from Presbyterian clergy (not laity) and from William and Mary. Baptists,\n                     Anglicans, and Methodists entirely friendly to University.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1779]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for white and brown sugar, salt, castor oil, corduroy and buttons.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegrets institution cannot open until 1822. Advised John Vaughan of mistake in\n                     draft. Cannot decide on coming to University of Virginia until he sees Mrs.\n                     Cooper. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1780]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCovering a letter for [William J.] Coffee. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1781]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCotton, ticklenburg, osnaburg, and milk pans. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2971-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for dry goods and milk pans. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1782]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolutions on terms and form of security for loan of $40,000 to the University\n                     of Virginia. Binds T. J. as Rector and James Breckenridge, Joseph C. Cabell,\n                     John Hartwell Cocke, Chapman Johnson, James Madison, and Robert Taylor as\n                     Visitors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1783]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLatin-Greek and La Porte du Theil editions of Aeschylus. Potter's translation\n                     of Euripides. Milton mail service. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2972]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount with T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2973]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft in anticipation of his salary at the University of Virginia in favor of\n                     John Vaughan. Receipt 13 April from John H. Eustace to Alexander Garrett for\n                     letter containing a check. Vaughan's receipt. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1784]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAction of Board of Visitors makes it necessary to write to Thomas Cooper,\n                     reversing previous stand on the Rev. J. H. Rice's attack. Asks Cocke's approval\n                     of his letter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1785]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccepts loan on behalf of Board of Visitors of University of Virginia on terms\n                     proposed, but requests dates of repayment be deferred to permit completion of\n                     buildings by 1822. Enclosures: a scheme of application of the funds of the\n                     University; proposed applications of the funds of the University; Mr.\n                     Jefferson's estimate of the cost of buildings. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1786]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew Olive Branch. Wants to exchange copy of Haines. Mentions Bernard Peyton of\n                     Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2974]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement to bore pipes for University's water supply. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1787]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. thanks Holmes for a copy of his pamphlet \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eMr.\n                        Holmes' letter to the people of Maine\u003c/title\u003e in which Holmes argued that\n                     any restriction on the admission of Missouri would be unconstitutional. T. J.\n                     responds that the issue of the extension of slavery to the territories which\n                     was temporarily solved by the Missouri Compromise has \"like a fire-bell in the\n                     night, awakened and filled me with terror. I considered it at once as the knell\n                     of the Union.\" He writes of the difficulty of a practical solution to the issue\n                     of slavery and emancipation for \"we have the wolf by the ear, and we can\n                     neither hold him, nor safely let him go. Justice is in one scale, and\n                     self-preservation in the other.\" T. J. believes that a diffusion of slavery\n                     over a broader territory would make emancipation easier and cautions against\n                     Congress interfering in state issues. He concludes that he will now die\n                     believing \"that the useless sacrifice of themselves by the generation of 1776\n                     ... is to be thrown away by the unwise and unworthy passions of their sons, and\n                     that my only consolation is to be, that I live not to weep over it.\"\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2974-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrejudice of clergy may be due to review of Joseph Priestley's writings.\n                     Trustees at Columbia willing to hire him on same terms as at Virginia, but\n                     clergy may be busy there too. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1788]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests estimate for completing three additional pavilions, five hotels, and\n                     additional dormitories. (Report to Literary Fund, April 1820, contains these\n                     figures). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1789]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDifficulties regarding location of Hotel A at the University. Mentions James\n                     Oldham, John M. Perry, and George W. Spooner. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1790]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks immediate reply to proposal for additional loan for University of\n                     Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1791]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTrustees of South Carolina College unanimously voted him professorship of\n                     geology, mineralogy, or law to add to present of chemistry, subject to approval\n                     of legislature. Recommended purchasing his collection of minerals Asks news of\n                     Correa da Serra. Regrets controversy raised on his account, and that he cannot\n                     go to Virginia. Robert Walsh calling for renewal of Missouri question.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1792]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement of interest and principal to fall due from 1820 to 1826 on T. J. and\n                     T. J. Randolph's bonds. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1793]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory note for $900.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests instructions on tin gutters for dormitories, ornaments on pavilions,\n                     house for the Raggi brothers, marble for the columns, brickwork, and laying of\n                     pipe for water supply. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1794]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUniversity will not open in time for Francis Eppes. Prefers Virginia school and\n                     Virginian character. Yale University. T. J.'s problems with Wilson Cary\n                     Nicholas. Debts. Proposes to exchange U.S. Bank stock for T. J.'s. slaves at\n                     Buckingham to be sent to Bedford for Francis. Francis left Laporte. Note on\n                     Richmond for Francis. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2975]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks basis on which applications for professorships at University of Virginia\n                     will be received. Is tutor at Yale College. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1795]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEngineering operations of Commonwealth of Virginia in hands of Thomas Moore and\n                     Isaac Briggs. Design for the Washington Monument. Date of opening of the\n                     University uncertain. His ill health. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1796]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposals for changes to Monroe's house (Oak Hill?). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1797]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDelay in opening of seminary because of its conversion into a public\n                     university. Terms of loan to University tie up all funds for next five years;\n                     hopes for remitting of loan. Francis Eppes' education with Mr. Stack and Mr.\n                     Ragland. Recommends he go to Columbia College to study under Cooper rather than\n                     to Eastern colleges. Plans for selling slaves to Eppes to pay his debts. Hopes\n                     for compromise in his commitment for Wilson Cary Nicholas' debt. Insists that\n                     women slaves be included in sale, which will produce addition capital in the\n                     future. Part of Poplar Forest to be given to Francis Eppes. Accepts his offer\n                     of the harpsichord for Poplar Forest. Invites Eppes to visit Monticello to see\n                     the University. Describes present and projected buildings.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1798]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[Break in text]. Mentions Francis Eppes. Disposition of Bedford lands,\n                     including those of Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. House like Pantops for Francis\n                     Eppes. To meet John Wayles Eppes at Poplar Forest after Visitors' meetings.\n                     Harpsichord from Millbrook to Poplar Forest for Martha and children. New Canton\n                     Road better than Buckingham Court House Road. University.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2976]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndefinite yet as to whether he will accept permanent position at South\n                     Carolina. Discusses cost and curriculum at South Carolina College. Dislike for\n                     the New England character. Hope Stephen Elliot of Charleston will replace the\n                     deceased principal, Jonathan Maxcy. Gloomy about religious intolerance. Rev.\n                     [John Jacob?] Janeway's refusal to baptize grandchild of Peter S. Duponceau\n                     because of irregular church attendance. Reexamination of his works fails to\n                     show opposition to Christianity. Mentions Pierre Jean George Cabanis, Mr.\n                     Nulty, Joseph Priestley, and Benjamin Rush. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1799]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Randolph's valuation of market wagon. Trip to the West. Beverly absent from\n                     carpenters. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2977]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Cooper's information regarding expenses, curriculum, and staff at South\n                     Carolina College. Stephen Elliot a leading botanist and Nulty second to\n                     Nathaniel Bowditch in mathematics. Recommends Francis Eppes go there when\n                     Stack's school closes. Recommends John Hartwell Cocke's Bremo Seminary for the\n                     younger children. Accepts proposal of loan to be repaid in slaves in two years,\n                     men, women, and children. Proposed visit to Mill Brook. Francis Eppes' health.\n                     Mentions Correa da Serra, and Mr. Richardson of the Bremo Seminary.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1800]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolutions regarding payment of last installment of the loan to the University\n                     of Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1801]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInformation for the 1820 Census at Monticello on recto. Verso lists slaves and\n                     clothing issued to them, 1820-21. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2977-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests copy of previous bond, so new one can be executed in same fashion.\n                     Resolutions of Literary Fund Board received too late to comply with date of\n                     application for loan. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1802]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement to lend T. J. $4000, with interest payable annually and the principal\n                     to be paid in slaves. Francis Eppes' education at Columbia College and at the\n                     University of Virginia. Admiration for Thomas Cooper. Best route Monticello by\n                     Buckingham Court House. Crops universally fine. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1803]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePropose three different schemes for completing marble work for the University:\n                     in Charlottesville, at Leghorn, Italy, or at Carrara, Italy.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1804]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommending contract with Raggis for marble columns be relinquished, since\n                     Thomas Appleton can procure them more cheaply in Italy. Mentions Arthur Spicer\n                     Brockenbrough. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1805]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe increase and rise of our country. Opinions on the Missouri question.\n                     Importance of state governments. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1806]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommending ending the contract with Raggi brothers, Raggis to pay expenses of\n                     the return voyage. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1807]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting him to audit the books of the Bursar and Proctor before the Board of\n                     Visitors' meeting. Dinner at Monticello before the meeting.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1808]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLoan from the Literary Fund to the University of Virginia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1809]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComplaints of his treatment, bad food, delay in getting marble blocks, lack of\n                     understanding. Propose to finish term working at Washington or to do all\n                     columns at Carrara. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1810]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRobert Mitchell to Joel Yancey covering T. J.'s account.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1210]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders four wash basins and pitchers, six chamber pots and a pound of\n                     pepper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe Missouri question a Federalist plot to divide the country on geographic\n                     lines on basis of slavery, \"as if we were advocates for it\". Right of posterity\n                     to throw away happiness given by those gone before. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1811]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter is a draft, heavily edited by Jefferson, of a letter that was sent to the Literary Fund \n              in Jefferson's capacity as Rector of the University of Virginia. The includes discussion of funding \n              of the University by the General Assembly as one of three levels of public education; the University's \n              debt; the construction of buildings; and, possible dates of opening.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVerification of Alexander Garrett's account. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1812]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCost of Corinthian capitals. Payment to be remitted through Samuel Williams of\n                     London. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1813]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends form of bond to be executed by the Visitors. Explanation of date on the\n                     bond. Plan to visit Albemarle. Mentions William Munford.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1814]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeals with construction problems of the Hotels. Wishes to correct his report to\n                     the Visitors. Mentions James Oldham. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1815]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDivision in the country with regard to slavery pushed by the Federalists.\n                     Secession would not last long. Importance of U. S. standing as an example of\n                     unity to the world. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1816]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of books ordered (probably for the University of Virginia Library)\n                     principally Anglo-Saxon, ecclesiastical and religious. (Most of these appear in\n                        \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eA Catalogue of the Library of the University of\n                        Virginia,\u003c/title\u003e 1828.) \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1817]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of Mr. Edmund Meeks. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2978]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstimates cost of columns for several pavilions and the library (Rotunda).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1818]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn introduction for the son of James Maury.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScholarship of H. B. Trist, son of H. B. Trist, grandson of Mrs. House.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2979]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter covering the accounts of the Bursar and Proctor. Explains certain\n                     corrections by the Proctor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1819]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Meeks leaving. Mentions Mr. Colclaser. Mr. Randolph in Richmond.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2980]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis second application for a position at the University of Virginia. Gives as\n                     references [John Quincy?] Adams, Mr. Holley, and [James?] Monroe.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1820]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses estimate of cost of University when completed. Gigantic efforts of New\n                     York in education shown by Clinton. Plan for elementary education for Virginia.\n                     Letter to be communicated to James Breckenridge, William F. Gordon, Chapman\n                     Johnson, and William Cabell Rives. Enclosure: statement of probable cost of\n                     buildings. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1821]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. requests that his mail be forwarded.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegrets at the departure of Correa da Serra. Wishes well for revolutionary\n                     movements in Brazil, but hopes they will not affect Correa's good fortunes.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1822]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA dinner invitation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for position at University teaching drawing.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1823]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttack on Governor Randolph's character. Money from the Assembly for\n                     University. Requests fuller accounts by Bursar, Mr. Garrett. References to\n                     James Breckenridge, Mary Cabell, Chapman Johnson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1824]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolution giving grants to William and Mary, Hampton-Sidney, Washington\n                     College, New London Academy, and the University will defeat the claims of the\n                     University on the Literary Fund. Attitude of James Breckenridge, John Bowyer,\n                     John Coalter, George W. Crump, Philip Doddridge, David S. Garland, William F.\n                     Gordon, Mr. [Richard] Morris, Thomas Miller, Isaac Otey, Jr., Judge Spencer\n                     Roane, Mr. [William?] Taylor, and David Watson. Alexander Garrett's account for\n                     the University. Comments on Governor Randolph's message.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1825]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends copy of letter to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., explaining an apparent\n                     difference in the Visitors' Report and the Proctor's estimate of the amount\n                     necessary to complete buildings. (See 9 November 1820). Ascendancy of\n                     Massachusetts in the U. S. is due to education. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1826]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplanation and apology for an error in the report of the Board of Visitors.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1827]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePossibilities involved in the Missouri question. While Virginia and\n                     Pennsylvania hold together, the Atlantic states can never separate.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1828]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks him for his pamphlet on penal jurisprudence. Beccaria's principles are\n                     being attempted in U.S. University of Virginia. Tolerance of intellectual\n                     error. Upheavals in England puzzling. Queen must be a rallying point for\n                     discontented. James Maury is sending bust to T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2981]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans for professorships still undecided. When buildings completed, must rely\n                     on legislature for funds to open. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1829]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTJ requests information about John Sanderson who proposed to publish a\n                     multi-volume biograhy of the Signers. TJ explains that he has already sent\n                     information on George Wythe to Sanderson and received the first volume in\n                     return and found it \"superiorly written; exhibiting mind, information \u0026amp;\n                     polisth, a little too florid perhaps for the sober style of history ....\"\n                     Believing that Sanderson might apply to him again for information on other\n                     signers TJ asks Du Ponceau about Sanderson and his purpose: \"What is his\n                     character moral and political, does he write for money or fame, etc?\n                     Information as to these particulars must govern my confidences ....\" TJ\n                     promises to burn Du Ponceau's reply as soon as he has received it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUniversity of Virginia not yet ready to employ professors.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1830]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePork delivered to Mr. Minor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2982]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBuilding to be constructed at the University of Virginia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2983]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDesign of Jefferson's drawn by John Neilson? \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-435]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe design was probably based on William Kent's edition of Inigo Jones, Vol.\n                     II, Plate 17. This is one of Jefferson's most successful designs, see also\n                     N-262-3. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-350, K-Pl. 14]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding the ornament on the house, Jefferson wrote that he did not mind\n                     taking liberties with his own buildings, but in public buildings the rules of\n                     classical architecture should be strictly followed. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-351, K-Pl.\n                        15]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-338, K-Pl. 2]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-339, K-Pl. 3]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-340, K-Pl. 4]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-341, K-Pl. 5]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-342, K-Pl. 6]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-343, K-Pl. 7]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-344, K-Pl. 8]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-345, K-Pl. 9]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-346, K-Pl. 10]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-348, K-Pl. 12]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-349, K-Pl. 13]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Latrobe.\" \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-337, K-Pl. 1]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-347, K-Pl. 11]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstimates of proposed application of revenue. Proposals to the legislature\n                     regarding funds and appropriations. Supplementary sources of income.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1832]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy Jefferson. Shaded by John Nielson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-335, K-7]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes elevation and three plans, with specifications on back. Construction\n                     finished in 1821. (See N-316). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-356, K-17]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElevation and three plans. \"Latrobe\" in Jefferson's writing, upper right.\n                     Specifications on back. The entrance motif is a favorite of Ledoux', whose work\n                     Jefferson had admired in Paris. Building completed 1821, as Jefferson wrote on\n                     September 30 of that year. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-357, K-21]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University. Doctrine that all colleges receiving funds should be\n                     under the control of the legislature. References to William and Mary, Mr.\n                     Bassett, Samuel Blackburn, Philip Doddridge, David S. Garland, Thomas Griffin,\n                     Chapman Johnson, Thomas Miller, [James?] Smith, Richard Venable, and Henry E.\n                     Watkins. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1833]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Judge Spencer Roane, asking a favor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1834]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. thanks Hayden for some geological essays.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLittle prospect of gaining additional funds for the University. References to\n                     Mr. Broadnax, [Richard?] Morris, and [Samuel] Taylor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1835]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University. Plans to leave public life at end of present session.\n                     References to James Breckenridge, [Nathaniel?] Claiborne, John Hartwell Cocke,\n                     Chapman Johnson, and James P. Preston. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1836]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts. Mentions T. J. Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2984]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMembership in American Academy of Language and Belles Lettres.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2985]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2986]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. encloses a letter to Joseph Carrington Cabell (not present).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest that Visitors call a meeting to prevent lapsing of Chapman Johnson's\n                     commission as Visitor. Mentions James Breckenridge, John Hartwell Cocke, James\n                     Madison, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Robert B. Taylor.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1837]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCall for a special meeting of the Board on 1 April 1821, signed by James\n                     Breckenridge, Joseph C. Cabell, T. J., Chapman Johnson, James Madison. and\n                     Robert B. Taylor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1838]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetails of a loan for the University. Urging James Breckenridge, Cabell, and\n                     Chapman Johnson to \"die in the last ditch\" for the University. Mentions John\n                     Hartwell Cocke. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1839]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts with Joseph Gilmore, John Rogers, and Edmund Meeks.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2987]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgrees to be a candidate for Assembly again. Funds for the University.\n                     References to Samuel Blackburn, James Breckenridge, Chapman Johnson, and\n                     William Selden. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1840]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter sent to James Breckenridge should be shown within the circle of\n                     discretion. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1841]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeeting of the Board of Visitors. Funds for the University. Passage of James\n                     River Bill by House of Delegates. References to William Archer, James\n                     Breckenridge, William Brodnax, Armistead Currie, David S. Garland, Chapman\n                     Johnson, Robert Mallory, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Samuel Taylor, and Robert\n                     B. Taylor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1842]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University. References to Samuel Blackburn, [Nathaniel?]\n                     Claiborne, and David S. Garland. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1843]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePamphlet proving that William and Mary was intended to be a seminary of the\n                     Church of England. Statutes require all Visitors to be of the Church of\n                     England. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1844]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePassage of bill providing funds for the University. Mentions Samuel Blackburn,\n                     James Breckenridge, John Bowyer, William B. Chamberlayne, George W. Crump,\n                     Armistead Currie, William F. Gordon, James Hunter, Chapman Johnson, George\n                     Loyall, Richard Morris, Mr. Stephenson, and David Watson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1845]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEllen's copy of a letter, 1814 January 16, to Thomas Cooper of Carlisle, Pa.,\n                     in which he outlined course of study for law will be enclosed. Four epochs of\n                     English Law: Bracton (Common Law), Coke, Matthew Bacon, and Blackstone. Course\n                     begins with law at time of King James, goes to Bacon, then to Blackstone and\n                     Wooddeson. Baron Geoffrey Gilbert, Cooper's edition of Justinian's Institutes\n                     (for Roman law), Reeves' History, Vaughan's Reports of Gardener and Sheldon.\n                     Mentions Browne's Compendium of the Civil and Admiralty Law, Jure\n                     Ecclesiastica, and Les Institutions du Droit et la Nature et des Gens de\n                     Rayneval, Fonblanque's edition of Francis' Treatise of Equity.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2988]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of Item 2988 with added note praising J. H. Thomas' \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eA Systematic Arrangement of Lord Coke's First Institute of the Laws of\n                        England.\u003c/title\u003e\u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2988-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2989]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s recollections concerning the property of Joshua Fry, given in\n                     connection with an ejection suit in Greenup Circuit Court, Ky., John Doe for\n                     John Fry vs. Thomas and Samuel Bell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1846]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvises building no more buildings than those for which there is money in hand.\n                     Urges Jefferson to use his influence in the election of friends of the\n                     University. References to James Breckenridge, William H. Brodnax, Samuel\n                     Taylor, Littleton Tazewell, and Mr. Watts. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1847]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCall for a special meeting of the Board of Visitors to prevent Chapman\n                     Johnson's commission from lapsing. Sends pumpkin and asparagus seeds from\n                     [Caesar] Rodney. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1848]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Lardner C. Vanuxem, candidate for professorship of chemistry and\n                     mineralogy at the University of Virginia, recommended by Thomas Cooper.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1849]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommendation of Dabney Cosby's brickwork. Regrets failure to send firkin of\n                     butter. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1850]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends Lardner C. Vanuxem, recently returned from abroad, for a\n                     professorship. Highly recommended by Thomas Cooper. Mentions Correa da Serra,\n                     Peter S. DuPonceau, James Madison, and James Monroe. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1851]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Thomas Sully, the portrait painter. Requests estimate on cost of\n                     the marble columns and of the library. On back is \"An Estimate for the cost of\n                     Stone work.\" \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1852]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for position teaching mathematics, philosophy, military science,\n                     and architecture at the University of Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1853]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends estimate of cost of columns and of Rotunda. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1854]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUniversity not ready to employ professors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1855]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUniversity of Virginia professors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2990]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eImpressed with qualifications of Lardner C. Vanuxem; appreciates Du Ponceau's\n                     and Thomas Cooper's recommendations. Opening of University and appointment of\n                     professors indefinitely deferred. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1856]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReasons for inability to attend meeting of the Board of Visitors. Note sent by\n                     [Valentine?] Southall. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1857]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExcusing Cocke from attending the meeting of the Board of Visitors because of\n                     illness. Acknowledges carp and kale seed. Mentions James Breckenridge, Joseph\n                     C. Cabell, Chapman Johnson, James Madison, and Robert B. Taylor.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1858]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAfter working for four years as journeyman, applies for carpentry work on his\n                     own at University. Mentions James Dinsmore, John Neilson, and John M. Perry.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1859]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for money to be paid to his wife. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1860]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eImpressed with Lardner C. Vanuxem and with his recommendations from Peter S.\n                     DuPonceau, Thomas Cooper, and Vaughan. Appointment of faculty indefinitely\n                     delayed. Acknowledgment received from Thomas Appleton for remittance last year,\n                     but none from Mr. Dodge. Places less confidence in Dodge than in [Etienne?]\n                     Cathalan. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1861]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. asks Secretary of the Treasury William H. Crawford to expedite payment of funds owed Virginia and needed for the completion of the \n              University of Virginia's buildings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends copy of proceedings of meeting of Board of Visitors. Remittance to Thomas\n                     Appleton for capitals. Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough settling accounts to see if\n                     money available to begin Rotunda. References to James Breckenridge, Joseph\n                     Cabell, Chapman Johnson, and James Madison. Enclosure: extract of proceedings.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1862]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for Ionic and Corinthian capitals; payment being made through bill from\n                     Bernard Peyton of Richmond to Samuel Williams of London. Specifications for\n                     these on enclosure. Payments to Giacomo Raggi's wife. No more money due to\n                     Michael Raggi, but he may work on columns at Carrara if Appleton wishes.\n                     Requests information on cost of capitals for the Rotunda as represented in\n                     Andrea Palladio. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1863]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Calhoun states that amount due to Virginia for advances during War of 1812\n                     cannot be ascertained. Has written to Peter Hagner to speed up matter.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1864]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends purchase of cement from Andrew Smith. Glass for the University.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1865]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCabell's illness. Requests information regarding last meeting of the Board of\n                     Visitors. Success of Samuel Blackburn, James Breckenridge, David S. Garland,\n                     Mr. Maury of Buckingham, and Joseph Shelton in the recent election. Funds for\n                     the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1866]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAmount of claim of the Commonwealth of Virginia against the U. S. less than T.\n                     J. hoped. Claims presented by C. Selden, Virginia agent, will be paid soon.\n                     Hopes no unfavorable effect on the opening of the University.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1867]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDisappointed at present state of the University. Grateful for T. J.'s attention\n                     to documents placed in his care. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1868]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses letter that may be of some help to Garrett, although T. J. has no\n                     personal relation with Governor [Lewis] Cass and no acquaintances in Detroit.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1869]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresenting a pair of buck's antlers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1870]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond for $2400. Receipts, dated 15 January and 15 July 1827, for $1803 from\n                     Thomas Jefferson Randolph noted on verso. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1871]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWitnessed by James M. Randolph and Tarleton Saunders. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2991]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders cotton cloth, lining and trimmings for two suits. \"They are for\n                     servants.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEvaluation of facilities, curriculum, and faculty of South Carolina College,\n                     comparing the professor of mathematics to Nathaniel Bowditch, Audraine, and\n                     Nulty. Virginia legislature must have liberality to compete with them. Progress\n                     of Francis Eppes. Lectures in chemistry, mineralogy, criticism, Belles Lettres.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1872]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppreciates good wishes for his own and country's welfare. Recommends Dr.\n                     [Robert?] Andrews for professorship at the University. Regrets delay in opening\n                     of University, unnecessary in view of the resources of Virginia. Recommends fee\n                     system of University of Coimbra, Portugal, together with a law requiring that\n                     all pastors, lawyers, and physicians practicing in the Commonwealth be\n                     graduated from the University. Hopes Jefferson will live to see the opening of\n                     the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1873]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpening date of University deferred until one year after the legislature remits\n                     the debt. Information on faculty, curriculum, and costs for benefit of Bland's\n                     son. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1874]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMartha brought Col. Taylor's letter to Judge Roane. Hail storm damage to crops\n                     between Monticello and Mechunk, including those of Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Rogers, Gilmer. Trip to Bedford; work on mill. James Randolph studies Greek\n                     with T. J. and French with girls; soon to New London, Va. Funds for University\n                     and Proctor's account. Plans for Library. Literary Board. Martha not well.\n                     William and Anne Cary Randolph Bankhead at Monticello with children, except\n                     John. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2992]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApproval of John Taylor's Construction Construed. States coordinate rather than\n                     subordinate to federal government. Peculiar happiness of our system is on\n                     appeal to the ballot rather than the cannon. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1875]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExtending the deed of trust [on Poplar Forest] to additional notes for $4000\n                     and $2500 at the Farmer's Bank. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1876]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for loan from the Literary Fund approved by act of the General\n                     Assembly. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1877]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbsences from Richmond of Mr. Pendleton, Sr., and Mr. Daniel delay Literary\n                     Board. Loan directed by Legislature. Slave revolt. Wheat, flour and tobacco\n                     prices. Mentions Winchester bushel. Careers in agriculture and law. Henrico\n                     lands. Edgehill for James Randolph. Ridicule by New England is the strongest\n                     ally of education and reason in area. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2994]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeeting of the Board of the Literary Fund. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1878]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRough draft of bond for loan of $30,000. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1879]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond for a loan of $29,100. Notation: \"1822. January gave a bond for 30,900. D.\n                     verbatim as this except at to the sum.\" \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1880]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCabell's illness. Request for complete statement of all University accounts for\n                     the next General Assembly. Attacks on the University by the Presbyterians of\n                     Hampton-Sydney and the Episcopalians of William and Mary. Washington College to\n                     receive Robinson's estate. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1881]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for professorship of mathematics at the University of Virginia\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLame horse. Mr. Bacon's fodder accounts. Payment from Isham Randolph. Anne\n                     Bankhead and Charles Bankhead. To Bedford. Dr. Watkins to charge treatments to\n                     his sister to T. J.'s own account. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2994-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant for $14,550 to be placed to the credit of the University of Virginia at\n                     the Bank of Virginia. Mentions John Hartwell Cocke. Mentions verbatim copy\n                     addressed to Philip N. Nicholas, President of the Farmer's Bank of Virginia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1882]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. asks Rush to meet with George Blaetermann and determine if Blaetermann is\n                     still interested in the position of professor of modern languages at the\n                     University of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginally attached to T. J.'s letter to Richard Rush of the same date.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposing to defer regular autumnal meeting of the Board of Visitors until\n                     Wednesday preceding the meeting of the Assembly, when a clear and satisfactory\n                     report on construction can be given. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1883]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends letters regarding the Board of Visitors' meeting for his signature. Trip\n                     to Bedford County. Congratulations on the change of his condition [his\n                     marriage]. Originally enclosed in \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1886]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1884]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses order from the President and Directors of the Literary Fund for\n                     $29,100 for the use of the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1885]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo arrange affairs before General Assembly meets. Also signed by John Hartwell\n                     Cocke and James Breckenridge. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2995]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotice of meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCall for a special meeting of the Board of Visitors. Three identical copies,\n                     each signed by T. J. and Cocke, with one additional signature on each.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1886]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMissouri question has bought back the Hartford Convention men to power. Union\n                     strengthened with westward expansion. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1887]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo necessary measures: checking invasion of states' rights by federal\n                     judiciary and paying the national debt. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1888]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSum of $14,550 deposited to the credit of the University of Virginia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1889]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApproves special meeting of Visitors. Recommends appointment of temporary\n                     accountant as aid to Proctor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1890]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeeting of the Board of Visitors. Cabell's health. Reference to Mary Cabell.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1891]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApproving special meeting of Visitors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1892]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder to send Brazilian ores by John Barnes. Prices of Cardelli's busts of\n                     Madison and Monroe. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1893]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCourse of study for Francis Eppes at Columbia College, S. C.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1894]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpening of University awaits action of Legislature on Literary Fund Loan.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2996]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLewis' letter indicates James Barron is unprincipled. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2997]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetailed report on the cost of various buildings from information presented by\n                     Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough. Funds to be used for the library (Rotunda).\n                     Enclosure: \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eA view of the whole expenses of the\n                        Funds of the University. \u003c/title\u003e\u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1895]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews received from Thomas Appleton of the death of Raggi's wife in Carrara,\n                     Italy. Requests orders on money being held for him. No news of Michael Raggi.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1896]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHonored by preference for professorship at the University of Virginia.\n                     Considers himself engaged. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1897]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveys thanks to Jefferson. Eager to teach rising citizens of a country whose\n                     government is founded on the rights of man. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1898]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning William Mitchell's account against Jefferson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1210]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChoice of arbiters for the settlement of James Oldham's account. References to\n                     [George?] Divers and [Dabney?] Minor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1899]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArbitration of a dispute with workers at the University by [George?] Divers and\n                     [Dabney?] Minor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1900]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests permission to publish T. J.'s letter on the judiciary.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1901]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbsence from the meeting of the Board of Visitors due to illness. Advisability\n                     of finishing all University buildings. University finances. References to\n                     Chapman Johnson and Dr. [John A.] Smith of Williamsburg.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1902]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for money paid for hoisting machine for University.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1903]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttack on states' rights by the federal judiciary. Virginia too much out of\n                     favor to protest at this time. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1904]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnauthorized publishing of his letters. Future corruption of U.S. government.\n                     Consolidating effect of judiciary. Missouri crisis. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2998]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTreatise on Descriptive Geometry. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2999]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants Congress to repeal import duty on books. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3000]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePetition to abolish tariff on scientific books imported from abroad.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1905]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePetition from \"divers Colleges, Academies, and literary and scientific\n                     Societies\" to Congress to remove tariff on books. Letters from President\n                     Kirkland of Harvard College transmitting printed petition, asking signatures.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1906]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForwards copy of petition to Congress sent from Harvard College; has been asked\n                     to get signatures of institutions of South and West. Proposed it to Chapel\n                     Hill, N. C., Columbia, S. C., Athens, Ga., Transylvania, Ky. Printers do not\n                     need protective tariff. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1907]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEppes' ill health. Disrespect shown \u003cpersname normal=\"Thomas Cooper\"\u003eDr.\n                        Cooper\u003c/persname\u003e by Columbia students. Requests slips of purple grape.\n                     Proposal for exchange of his land for T. J.'s Bedford lands so that Francis\n                     Eppes can settle on the Bedford estate. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1908]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of Greenlee's plat will make his patent good against a junior claim.\n                     Meeting of Board of Visitors, with John Hartwell Cocke, Chapman Johnson, and\n                     James Madison attending. State of the University published in papers. Decision\n                     on commencing the library deferred. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1909]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProposal for supplying lumber for central building of college.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1910]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePetition to abolish tariff on books similar to that on Kirkland's circular sent\n                     to Congress. Hopes Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, and South Carolina will\n                     do likewise. Happy for the occasion of cooperating with other literary\n                     institutions. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1911]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnable to obtain copy of deed of conveyance from William Brust, clerk of court.\n                     Mentions Col. Morrison, Col. Nicholas and Mr. Clay. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3001]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding the Temple of Fortuna pavilion at the University of Virginia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1912]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[Thomas] Sully's opinion of D. Mariano. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1913]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTaxes on land, slaves, horses, carriages, licenses, law processes, seals of\n                     courts, notary seals, tobacco, and military fines in all Virginia Counties.\n                     Comparison of representation and taxation of trans-Allegheny, Valley of\n                     Virginia, Piedmont, and Tidewater. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1914]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElevation and 3 plans (two stories). Construction completed in 1822.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-358, K-23]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElevation and two plans, with detail of arched window set in cornice.\n                     Specifications on back headed: \"Hotel A. East. One story with a flat roof and\n                     Chinese parapet.\" Construction completed in 1822. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-360,\n                        K-25]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnfinished studies for plan and elevation. Construction completed in 1822.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-359, K-24]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElevation and two plans. One story. Specifications on back. Construction\n                     completed in 1822. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-361, K-26]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElevation and plan. One story. Specifications on back. Construction completed\n                     in 1822. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-362, K-27]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElevation and three plans. Two stories. Specifications on back. Construction\n                     completed in 1822. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-363, K-28]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConstruction finished 1822. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-355, K-13]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses copy of letter to [Thomas] Griflin answering his letter on the subject\n                     of the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1915]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCabell in better health. Action in the Assembly regarding funds for the\n                     University. Move to shift seat of government to Staunton. Governor Randolph's\n                     differences with his Council. References to Hampden-Sydney College, Washington\n                     College, William Archer, Samuel Blackburn, Thomas Griffin, Chapman Johnson,\n                     Garrett Minor, [Richard?] Morris, Mr. Ritchie, Mr. Saunders, and Henry E.\n                     Watkins. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1916]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuggests the difficulty with Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough be settled by\n                     arbitration. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1917]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclosing a memorandum regarding funds for the University for 1822.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1918]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas executed and mailed the bond. Recommends canceling University debt and\n                     giving derelict funds for the library so that the University may open soon.\n                     Strong opposition reported by Cabell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1919]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University. Reasons for Thomas Griffin's resolution. Opposition\n                     from the clergy. References to William and Mary, Hampden-Sydney, Chapman\n                     Johnson, Bishop [Richard Channing] Moore, Richard Morris, Rev. Mr. Rice, and\n                     Henry E. Watkins. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1920]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaves to Cabell and his colleagues the decision as to methods of gaining\n                     relinquishment of the University debt. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1921]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University. Advises conciliation of the clergy who are uneasy\n                     because of the predominance of the Socinians at Cambridge (Harvard), the\n                     appointment of Thomas Cooper in South Carolina, and the discovery that George\n                     Ticknor and Nathaniel Bowditch are Unitarians. References to Chapman Johnson\n                     and David Watson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1922]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHigginbotham asks T. J. to pay his debt.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting Eppes to send House and Senate Journals, American State Papers, and\n                     certain other newspapers and public documents, 1789-1809, to be used in a\n                     project he is planning [the writing of \"some notes and explanations of\n                     particular and leading transactions which history should know\"; T. J. to John\n                     Wayles Eppes, 23 October 1821, DLC]. Oppressiveness of his correspondence.\n                     Reasons for refusal to exchange lands: his age; part of Bedford County lands\n                     held in trust by Bank of the United States for his endorsement for Wilson C.\n                     Nicholas; situation not inconvenient for Francis Eppes. Sends silk tree and\n                     boxwood tree for Mrs. Eppes. Will delay paying interest on his debt to Eppes.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1923]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting Eppes to send House and Senate Journals, American State Papers, and\n                     certain other newspapers and public documents, 1789-1809, to be used in a\n                     project he is planning [the writing of \"some notes and explanations of\n                     particular and leading transactions which history should know\"; T. J. to John\n                     Wayles Eppes, 23 October 1821, DLC]. Oppressiveness of his correspondence.\n                     Reasons for refusal to exchange lands: his age; part of Bedford County lands\n                     held in trust by Bank of the United States for his endorsement for Wilson C.\n                     Nicholas; situation not inconvenient for Francis Eppes. Sends silk tree and\n                     boxwood tree for Mrs. Eppes. Will delay paying interest on his debt to Eppes.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3002]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for a sifter and some rice. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1924]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University. Estimate of revenue from the Literary Fund.\n                     References to John Bowyer, Chapman Johnson, and Charles Fenton Mercer.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1925]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsserts that the University will have an enrollment of over 200 soon after it\n                     opens from every state south of the Ohio, Missouri, and Potomac. Urges\n                     suspension of payment of interest on the University debt.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1926]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemembers her from Washington. Mentions Col. Morgan. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3004]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFlour from Mr. Randolph and Mr. Craven. Corn at Shadwell mill.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3003]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University. The Kentucky Mission. States' Rights. References to\n                     Samuel Blackburn, Thomas Griffin, Chapman Johnson, and Richard Morris.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1927]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment of University debt. Cornices for the rooms of the western hotels.\n                     Friezes by William J. Coffee. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1928]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University. The Literary Fund. References to James Breckenridge,\n                     [Charles?] Cocke, Chapman Johnson, Thomas Miller, and Richard Morris.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1929]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder for linen and clothing. Mentions Burwell (slave). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1930]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUniversity opening delayed. To present Rafinesque's offer to teach Natural\n                     History to Board of Visitors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3005]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University. References to John Bowyer, Chapman Johnson, Richard\n                     Morris, Samuel Taylor, and David Watson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1931]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFailure to pass various bills to provide funds for the University. Reports of\n                     extravagance in construction of the buildings. Attack on the Literary Fund\n                     based on the waste of the Primary School Fund. References to Arthur Spicer\n                     Brockenbrough, Samuel Blackburn, John Bowyer, Mr. Clay, Thomas Griffin, Chapman\n                     Johnson, Richard Morris, and David Watson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1932]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeeting of the Board of Visitors. Funds for the University. Convinced that all\n                     buildings should be completed to give favorable impression. Incidental effects\n                     of the move to shift the capital from Richmond to Staunton. Attitude of the\n                     Federalist Party. References to Wilson J. Cary, George Crump, Thomas Griffin,\n                     Chapman Johnson, James Madison, and John Tyler. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1933]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLack of funds forces him to leave school early. Description of his studies\n                     References to John Wayles Eppes' finances. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1934]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePaper from Mrs. Proctor and account from Mr. Vest. Mr. Stout reduced delivery.\n                     Corn and oats prices. James Monroe, through Mr. Watson, paid slaves' hire.\n                     Grain from Mr. Carr. Jerry to Milton for cement from John Crad[d]ock. Fence\n                     rail. Mentions Gill. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3006]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Monroe's plan to pay debt through corn sales. Mr. Rogers to sell corn.\n                     Bishop to buy timber. Isaac hauling wood. Mentions Mr. Watson and coopers.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3007]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends Thomas Appleton's account for marble capitals and sums to be paid Giacomo\n                     Raggi. Note by Garrett: check sent to Bernard Peyton on Farmer's Bank of\n                     Virginia. Receipt by Alexander Garrett to Arthur Brockenbrough for the money.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1935]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Wayles Eppes can spare money only for Francis Bacon's Abridgement and Coke\n                     on Littleton. Bad crops, father's ill health make economy essential. Course of\n                     study in law. Invites Martha Randolph and T. J. to visit Mill Brook.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1936]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCalculations for 6 shafts of Doric columns. Ordered from John M. Perry.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1937]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Skinner may quote T. J. letters about Adlum's wines. Caumartin grape. North\n                     Carolina's Scuppernong Creek wine and European wines. Norfolk market brandies\n                     wine too often. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3009]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMethod of determining longitude by occultations, solar eclipses, tedious but\n                     accurate. Sends method of calculation for use of University. Enclosure: \"To\n                     find the Moon's parallaxes in longitude and latitude, independent of the\n                     altitude and longitude of the nonagesimal.\" \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1938]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3010]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorn prices and purchases, partly from Mr. Rogers. Horse drover from Missouri\n                     at Charlottesville to sell Chickasaw horses and a mule. T. J. note due Edmund\n                     Bacon, heir to John Bacon, with Martin Dawson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3010-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransmits copy of public journals and documents to each state university. Noted\n                     by T. J.: State Papers of 1818, Secret Journals of Congress, Journals of\n                     Federal Convention, Census for 1820. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1939]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledges his valued note. Does not wish to burden him with astronomical\n                     labors, merely wishes to aid university in native state by supplying them\n                     accurate method for calculations of longitude. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1940]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends additional contribution to University of Virginia: \"Calculations of the\n                     longitude of the Capital in the City of Washington from Greenwich Observatory,\n                     in England, from the beginning of the Solar Eclipse of August 27th 1821,\n                     Examined and revised.\" \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1941]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegrets Eppes' illness. Disapproves of Francis Eppes' plan for early marriage\n                     but recommends acquiescence. Promises the house at Poplar Forest and a\n                     plantation with it, but since it is security for his commitment, cannot give a\n                     deed. Recommends Francis live with friends for a year before incurring expense\n                     of housekeeping. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1942]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCarriage price. Charlottesville carriage maker not good pricing agent; Mr.\n                     Randolph better. Richmond price. T. J. Randolph says Edmund Randolph does not\n                     need Bacon at mill. Mentions Colclaser and plan to leave Virginia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3011]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOx and mule carts of stone hauled by Wormly, Jerry, Isaac, and Ned.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3012]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFlooring planks arrived. Sends drawing of method of grooving floors.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1943]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEngaging Clay's professional services in the collection of Thomas Deye Owings'\n                     bond to the late Wilson Cary Nicholas. Involvement of T. J. and Thomas J.\n                     Randolph as endorsers of Nicholas' notes. References to John Brown of\n                     Lexington, Colonel Morrison, and Dabney Terrell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1944]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAs Rector of University of Virginia, acknowledges volumes presented to it.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1945]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney for iron and to pay William Bacon. Bedford cart. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3013]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIllness prevents attendance at the Board of Visitors meeting. Auditing of the\n                     University's accounts by Martin Dawson. References to John Hartwell Cocke.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1946]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresents table for use of University of Virginia, \"A Table of Logarithms for\n                     reducing the Moon's equatorial horizontal parallax from a sphere to an oblate\n                     spheroid, admitting the ratio of the equatorial diameter to the polar axis of\n                     the Earth, to be as 320 to 319.\" \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1947]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProgress of construction. Provision for religious instruction at the\n                     University. Audit of the University's books. (See entry of 23 December).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1948]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePamphlets on the disease of cattle in a certain district, and on the new\n                     invention of a water burner. Giving one to agricultural society of which James\n                     Madison is president. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3014]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends copy of resolution of Board of Visitors, authorizing building of the\n                     library, and of an advertisement for the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eRichmond\n                        Enquirer\u003c/title\u003e and Charlottesville \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eCentral\n                        Gazette\u003c/title\u003e regarding collection of University subscriptions in arrears.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1949]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests that T. J. use his influence with the President and Secretary of the\n                     Navy to help Randolph's brother-in-law, Beverly Browne, become naval\n                     storekeeper at the Gosport Navy Yard. All wine sold by Captain Crane. (This is\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., II, younger half-brother of Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr.). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1950]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLien on ironworks in Montgomery will shield T. J. from loss as endorser of\n                     Wilson Cary Nicholas, if Owings' bond is awarded to Thomas Jefferson Randolph.\n                     Pestilence in Louisville. Mentions Henry Clay, Mr. Green, Mr. Leigh, and\n                     William Morrison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1951]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlan for borrowing money to set up his plantation. Information from Colonel\n                     Burton about Carolina wine, made by Ebinezer Pettigrew of Edenton and George\n                     Spruel of Plymouth, sold by Thomas Cox \u0026amp; Co. Study of Coke. John Wayles\n                     Eppes' health. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1952]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e The letter is Jefferson's response to Annesley's request for Jefferson to judge the quality of a pamphlet that Annsley wrote on shipbuilding.\n              Jefferson replied, \"born and bred among the mountains, and scarcely knowing the head from the stern of the ship,\" that he knew little of shipbuilding \n              and was declining the request. \n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e\u003cextref type=\"simple\" href=\"https://archives.lib.virginia.edu/repositories/uva-sc/accessions/thomas_jefferson_letter_to_william_annesley\" show=\"new\" actuate=\"onRequest\"\u003eItem record.\u003c/extref\u003e\n                \u003carchref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e \u003cextref type=\"simple\" href=\"https://archives.lib.virginia.edu/repositories/uva-sc/accessions/thomas_jefferson_letter_to_william_annesley\" show=\"new\" actuate=\"onRequest\"\u003e[ViU-2025-0021]\u003c/extref\u003e\u003c/archref\u003e\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUniversity accounts with Thomas Appleton and Giacomo Raggi. Reference to\n                     Alexander Garrett. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1953]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Taylor's letter. Mentions Iturbide. Hopes Brazil and Mexico will\n                     \"homologize with us.\" Arm improved. Aid to Gibson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3015]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForward 250 prints of the plan of the University of Virginia to Bernard Peyton,\n                     retaining plate for future orders. Includes bill. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1954]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment to Peter Maverick for his engraving of the University of Virginia\n                     ground plan. University accounts. References to Bernard Peyton.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1955]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement of University accounts. Possible contracts for the library building\n                     with James Dinsmore, John Neilson, Thorn \u0026amp; Chamberlain, and John M.\n                     Perry. Has sent Alexander Garrett's account to Martin Dawson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1956]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University. Literary Fund finances very unfavorable. Cabell's\n                     health improved. Glad T. J.'s wound improving. References to Wilson J. Cary,\n                     David S. Garland, William F. Gordon, Chapman Johnson, Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., [William Cabell] Rives, and Judge St. George Tucker.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1957]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCost of building the library estimated by James Dinsmore. Funds for the\n                     University. Purchase of books and apparatus. Settlement of the Proctor's\n                     accounts. References to John Bowyer, Alexander Garrett, William F. Gordon,\n                     James Hunter, George Loyall, and [William Cabell] Rives.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1958]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived payment from Col. Bernard Peyton for engraving and printing the plan\n                     of the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3015-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter transmitting the report of 7 October (q.v.). Additional information on\n                     the financial status of the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1959]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAwaits arrival of ships from Livorno with the University's marble capitals.\n                     Mentions Thomas Appleton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1960]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUrges securing of money for the building of the library as of more importance\n                     than the remission of the University's debt. To secure a faculty of the highest\n                     order, must have distinguished structures. Estimates of the cost of the library\n                     by John M. Perry, John Gorman, James Oldham, James Dinsmore, and Arthur Spicer\n                     Brockenbrough. Extreme difficulty in writing. Mentions William Gordon, Chapman\n                     Johnson, George Loyall, and William C. Rives. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1961]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University. Cost of the library. Error in the Proctor's accounts.\n                     References to Briscoe G. Baldwin, John Bowyer, Wilson J. Cary, John Hartwell\n                     Cocke, Peter M. Daniel, David S. Garland, William F. Gordon, Chapman Johnson,\n                     Daniel Sheffey, Allen Taylor, and Henry E. Watkins. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1962]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-384]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDavy can help Joe. Estate of John Bacon. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3016]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. entries concern slaves. Other entries in hands of T. J. Randolph and\n                     Martha J. Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3017]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlan of dome room with specifications on back, beginning: \"Rotunda, reduced to\n                     the proportions of the Pantheon and accomodated to the purposes of a Library\n                     for the University with rooms for drawing, music, examinations and other\n                     accessory purposes.\" Construction began in 1823. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-331, K-11]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaverick's engraving of University ground plan. Instructions for installing\n                     ornaments for Poplar Forest and the University pavilions. T. J.'s recent fall.\n                     References to Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough, and John Hemings.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1964]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University. University's popularity shown in elections in\n                     Mecklenburg, Lunenburg, Brunswick, Greenville, Henrico, Norfolk, and Essex\n                     counties. References to Mr. Clopton, James Hunter, Arthur Lee, and Addison\n                     Powell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1965]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLodgings for John Gorman, a workman at the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1966]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests that Cabell, Chapman Johnson, and George Loyall sign a special call\n                     for a Board of Visitors meeting as soon as the lower house passes the bill\n                     financing the library building. Martin Dawson's estimate of University debts\n                     higher than Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough's. Financing of a state system of\n                     education. Primary education most important, the University next, secondary\n                     schools the least. Mentions James Breckenridge, John Hartwell Cocke, and James\n                     Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1967]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning discharging the $20,000 debt of W. C. Nicholas.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLoan to T. J. Randolph to discharge Wilson C. Nicholas' bond to the Bank of the\n                     United States. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1968]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University and for colleges and primary schools throughout the\n                     state. Question of moving the capital from Richmond. References to\n                     Hampden-Sydney College, William F. Gordon, [William Cabell] Rives, and Samuel\n                     Taylor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1969]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplying for a position at South Carolina College, with information on his\n                     education, experience, and devotion to the principles for which Robert Emmet\n                     died. Impossibility of returning to Ireland under present conditions. Letter of\n                     introduction from William Sampson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1970]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgrees to place University first, later to come forward as patron of the\n                     primary schools. Disapproves special favors for Hampden-Sydney. Requests\n                     written approval from Board of Visitors for engaging workmen for library.\n                     Mentions Chapman Johnson, George Loyall, and William C. Rives.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1971]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eValuation of the slaves at Poplar Forest, made in connection with a settlement\n                     between Jefferson and Francis Eppes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1972]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeeting of the Board of Visitors. Loan bill for the University secure. Mr.\n                     Brockenbrough's accounts. References to Philip Doddridge and Thomas Griffin.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1973]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttacks on Brockenbrough's honesty by James Oldham, a worker at the University,\n                     sent to Thomas Griffin of the House of Delegates. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1974]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePassage of the University Bill. References to William F. Gordon, Chapman\n                     Johnson, and George Loyall. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1975]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo attention paid to James Oldham's charges against Arthur Brockenbrough.\n                     Chapman Johnson's failure to attend meetings of Board of Visitors. University\n                     finances. Application from Dr. Tones, formerly of the College of William and\n                     Mary, for the chemistry chair at the University of Virginia. References to\n                     Briscoe Baldwin, John Bowyer, Philip Doddridge, David S. Garland, William F.\n                     Gordon, George Loyall, Daniel Sheffey, Allen Taylor, and Joseph Watkins.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1976]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for Poplar Forest ornaments. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1977]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegislature empowered Literary Board to supply more funds to University. Mr.\n                     Cabell and Mr. Loyall approved acceptance of loans; if Madison approves, T. J.\n                     and John Hartwell Cocke can proceed to employ workmen without meeting of Board\n                     of Visitors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3019]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongratulations on loan for the University. Suggests that work begin without\n                     formal meeting of the Board of Visitors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3020]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongratulations on loan for the University. Suggests that work begin without\n                     formal meeting of the Board of Visitors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1831]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests his attendance to discuss the hiring of workmen for the Rotunda, since\n                     legislature has permitted a $60,000 loan. Expects written authorization from\n                     James Breckenridge, Joseph Cabell, George Loyall, and James Madison. Mentions\n                     Arthur Brockenbrough, James Dinsmore, and John Neilson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1978]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting her cousin's aid in settling the affairs of her deceased brother,\n                     George Jefferson. Believes that John Garland Jefferson and Patrick Gibson are\n                     being unfair to her. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1979]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLaw regarding seats on the Board of Visitors. Contracts for the library should\n                     be for a definite amount. References to Chapman Johnson and John Augustine\n                     Smith. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1980]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProbably drawn by John Neilson. Previously attributed to Cornelia Jefferson\n                     Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-354]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpressing thanks for a copy of Morse's \"Geography\". Age prevents his offering\n                     detailed criticism of tables, but notes omission of William and Mary from list\n                     of colleges. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1981]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for chair of languages at University of Virginia. Transmits four\n                     letters, to be returned, from Robert S. Garnett, Thomas Cooper, and himself.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1982]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrockenbrough encloses contracts for work at the University of Virginia with\n                     [James] Dinsmore and [John] Neilson. See 1823 March 12 for contracts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturns contracts (for work on the Rotunda) with James Dinsmore, John Neilson,\n                     and Thorn \u0026amp; Chamberlain. Requests statement of funds as work\n                     progresses. Enclosure: contracts with Dinsmore and Neilson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1983]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContracts made by Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough with Thorn \u0026amp; Chamberlain,\n                     John Neilson, and James Dinsmore for work on the Rotunda.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1984]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to dine at Monticello with Mr. Dodge of Marseilles.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3021]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProgress on Rotunda. Letter from Thomas J. O'Flaherty. Professor Edward Everett\n                     of Boston must seem heretic to New England. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3022]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContracts for the library. Funds for the purchase of books and apparatus.\n                     References to John Hartwell Cocke and Chapman Johnson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1985]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturns papers which have been communicated to James Madison. Cannot appoint\n                     professors until University's debt is discharged. On verso: calculations (for\n                     slaves' clothing?). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1986]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMerits of the Journal of the Law School sent to T. J. by Taylor. (The law\n                     school referred to is one conducted by Taylor at his estate, Needham).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1987]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpenses and income in Albemarle and Bedford. Plans for payment of his own\n                     debts by 1827, of Wilson C. Nicholas' by 1830, and \"the lands will all be\n                     saved\". List of his creditors: [Joseph] Antrim, Edmund Bacon, Bank of the\n                     United States, Bank of Virginia, Joseph Bishop, Brands' executors, Bramham\n                     \u0026amp; Bibb, Youen Carden, Hugh Chisholm, Dabney Cosby, Martin Dawson, Dodge\n                     \u0026amp; Oxnard, Francis Eppes, John Wayles Eppes, Farmer's Bank, John Gorman,\n                     Mr. Gough, Elijah Ham, [Frederick W.?] Hatch, David Higginbotham, John Jones,\n                     James Leitch, Leroy \u0026amp; Bayard, James Lyle, Charles Massie, B. Miller,\n                     John Neilson, Mr. Pini, Hanah Proctor, Dr. Ragland, James Rawlings, Archibald\n                     Robertson, University of Virginia, Dr. Watkins, Mr. Welsh, John Winn, and Joel\n                     Yancey. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1988]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegrets that physical disability prevents him from providing material for\n                     Walsh's projected biography. Biography ought not to be written while the\n                     subject is alive, because of difficulty in being properly critical and because\n                     he should have access to the letters of the person while writing. \". . . the\n                     letters of a person . . . form the only full and genuine journal of his life;\n                     and few can let them go out of their own hands while they live. a life written\n                     after these hoards become opened to investigation must supercede any previous\n                     one.\" Correa a member of the Cortes and in poor health, disapproves of our\n                     administration. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1989]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArthur Spicer Brockenbrough's and Martin Dawson's estimate of debts,\n                     subscriptions, annuity, prospects of help from legislature, and immediate loans\n                     needed for Rotunda. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1990]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrockenbrough encloses contract with Mr. Coffee [not present] because Coffee is\n                     \"dissatisfied and complains heavily of his bargain.\" Brockenbrough also asks\n                     for a public statement on his performance as Proctor since his character has\n                     been \"furiously attacked by an anonymous writer under the name of a\n                     Farmer.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAcknowledging a gift of wine. Refuses comment on Adlum's book on wine culture.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1991]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends receipt for Chapman Johnson's subscription to the University. Hopes\n                     Breckenridge's election to the legislature will ensure remission of\n                     University's debt. Estimate of present debt. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1992]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions for James Dinsmore and John Neilson on the entablature of the\n                     Rotunda. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1993]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests information as to when he should begin his work at the University. Has\n                     toured Germany, France, and Holland collecting materials for lectures. Wishes\n                     to know if his books may enter duty free. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1994]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment for ornaments for the University. Mix-up in shipment. Reference to\n                     Bernard Peyton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1995]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. accepts an offer for two already-published volumes in English of\n                     Bartolomé de las Casas with the subsequent volumes to be shipped later\n                     and refuses a copy of Alexander Wilson's \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eAmerican\n                        ornithology\u003c/title\u003e as too expensive. He hopes that a less expensive version\n                     without plates might be published.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends tax on whiskey to discourage its consumption, but not on imported\n                     wines. Belief in support of infant industries only when they can in the future\n                     become strong. Refuses to express an opinion on the next election.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1996]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProblems concerning the north front of the Rotunda. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1997]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLiterary Fund Board has authorized loan of $40,000 to the University. Regrets\n                     his delay prevented T. J.'s trip to Poplar Forest. Mentions Alexander Garrett.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1998]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlexander Garrett certified as Bursar of the University of Virginia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[1999]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo Bedford. T. J. Randolph believes tobacco must have reached Richmond.\n                     Payments to Jacobs and Raphael. Nail rod. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3023]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAuthorizing Alexander Garrett, Bursar of the University of Virginia, to receive\n                     funds from the Literary Fund and to transact business for the Board of\n                     Visitors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2000]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond for $40,000. Conditions of repayment. Note at bottom: \"November 21. 23.\n                     executed a bond for 5000. D. copied verbatim from this except as to sum.\"\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2001]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for a position at the University of Virginia teaching French,\n                     Spanish, and Italian. Lists experiences at the University of France and at Dr.\n                     Allen's Academy. Refers him to P. S. DuPonceau. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2002]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond, in T. J.'s hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpening of University uncertain, and appointment of professors delayed.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2003]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. thanks Somerville for a book on the French revolution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHopes Cooper will come to the University of Virginia despite revival of\n                     persecutions from the genus irritabile vatum. Columbian Register of May 10th\n                     contains no article by Ignatius Thompson but does have a message from the\n                     Governor of Connecticut. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2004]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvice concerning the settlement of George Jefferson's estate. His high regard\n                     for her father, George Jefferson, and brothers, George Jefferson and John\n                     Garland Jefferson. Mentions Patrick Gibson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2005]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePapers to T. J. Randolph at Richmond. Financial problems caused by recent death\n                     of friend. Hopes to open University in time for Giles's son to attend.\n                     Legislature to determine opening date. T. J.'s fractured arm.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3023-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends drawings to correct ill effect of angles in passage of the Rotunda.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2006]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpecifications on back. Construction began in 1823. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-330, K-10,\n                        171]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of introduction for Mr. Miralla of South America, who is bringing papers\n                     from T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2007]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting T. J.'s advice on plan of jail for Nelson County.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2008]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAge and debility prevent his attending Fourth of July celebration.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2009]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans for Cumberland jail. Literary Board to wait. Rotunda construction. Marble\n                     in transit New York to Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3025]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas Appleton's account for the capitals; account of Jonathan Thompson,\n                     Collector of New York, for duty and freight; Thomas Bell's account for freight.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2010]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForwards extract of a letter from George Ticknor of Harvard, complimenting the\n              scholarship, zeal, and character of Harrison's son, Jesse Burton Harrison.\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2011]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. writes that he was contacted by \"M. Jullien, a person of distinguished science\" to be a contributor to \n              \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eRevue encyclopédique.\u003c/title\u003e \n              The \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eRevue's\u003c/title\u003e \"object is, by correspondents \n              established in every part of the world, to collect, as to a single focus, the discoveries, \n              inventions, and advances of science generally in every country, and to present in a single mass those deemed worthy of being known.\" \n              T. J. says that due to his age and \"the crippled state of both my hands, writing is become too difficult and slow for me to undertake any correspondence.\" \n              He hopes that by forwarding the matter to Patterson \"some younger member of our society ... might be disposed to accept M. Jullien's correspondence.\" \n              T. J. encloses Jullien's papers [not present] and closes by \"renewing to the Philosophical Society the homage of my respect.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanking T. J. for his aid in planning the Nelson County jail. References to\n                     Mr. Crawford, Mr. Peck, and William Philips. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2012]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCost of the capitals delivered at the University. Mentions Bernard Peyton,\n                     Thomas Appleton, Lyman Peck. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2013]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for position at the University of Virginia. Encloses letters from\n                     T. J., John Roane, and Thomas Cooper. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2014]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSelection of the site of the Nelson County jail. Details of its plan.\n                     References to Arthur Brockenbrough, William Cosby, Mr. Crawford, Mr. Nelson,\n                     John Perry, William Phillips. Enclosure: memorandum of the contract made 29\n                     July 1823 between Robert Rives, Joseph C. Cabell, and Thomas Massie, Jr., for\n                     the court of Nelson County, and William B. Phillips, who agrees to build the\n                     jail. Contract refers to Jefferson's plan. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2015]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends Thomas J. O'Flaherty for professorship at the University.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2016]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChange in his drawing of the library room of the Rotunda.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2017]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoor for the Rotunda. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2018]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConstruction details regarding main door of Rotunda. Fire at the state\n                     penitentiary. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2019]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. comments on \"Phocion's\" article in the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eNational\n                        Intelligencer\u003c/title\u003e regarding the dangers of the election of the president\n                     by states when there is no majority of electoral votes; mentions Col. Taylor's\n                     proposed amendment, the small chance of reform, and his own renunciation of\n                     politics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForwards plan of University with printed explanations. Reports progress of\n                     construction. Hopes legislature will enable University to open by liberating\n                     funds. University to be alma mater of South and West. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2020]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFord to paint Mrs. Randolph's portrait at Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3025-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTerms of agreement with Giacomo Raggi for bases of columns. Mentions Mr.\n                     Negrin, John Neilson, and James Dinsmore. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2021]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting payment of balance due him. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2022]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFord to paint the President's (James Monroe's) portrait. Assistance in moving\n                     Ford's instruments. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3025-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommending Mr. and Mrs. John Gray as boarding-house keepers for the\n                     University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2023]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommending that Giacomo Raggi be given an advance, secured by alabaster and\n                     marble which he has permission to sell. Receipt for $50 signed by Raggi.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2024]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrival of Corinthian and Ionic capitals from Italy. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2025]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrival of Corinthian and Ionic capitals from Italy. Itemizes variations from\n                     directions given. Inferior to those done by Michael Raggi.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2026]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends three potato pumpkins and a cushaw squash with cultivation directions.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2027]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends James W. Ford as portrait painter. Mentions portrait of James\n                     Monroe. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3025-c]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor carving of Corinthian bases for University of Virginia columns, to be\n                     executed by Raggi under the direction of Thomas Appleton.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2028]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning work on the Rotunda.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCapitals received approved on the whole, but certain details unsatisfactory.\n                     Contract with Giacomo Raggi for Rotunda capitals. Requests price of bases for\n                     columns, wooden columns for interior, and marble squares for floor. Asks for\n                     engraving of Pantheon. Payment to be remitted by Bernard Peyton through Samuel\n                     Williams of London. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2029]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCoffey's and Roscoe's books on prisons. Unable to find the Oxford and Cambridge\n                     Guide. New purchase of land will make it necessary to withdraw from the Senate.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2030]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTransfer of title of the University lands from the Proctor to the Rector and\n                     Visitors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2031]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLiterary Board funds inadequate. Bursar needs supplement for Proctor.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3026]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConsultation with James Madison regarding a substitute for Cabell (in making\n                     the trip to Europe to engage faculty for the University).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2032]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMuscat and Madeira wines. Mr. and Mrs. Martin to dine. Mrs. Randolph to visit.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3027]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSettlement of James Oldham's and John Neilson's account. Requests estimate of\n                     money available for professors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2033]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder to remit funds for the Rotunda columns to Thomas Appleton, Leghorn,\n                     Italy, through Bernard Peyton, Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2034]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePersonal affairs delay his attending Assembly meetings. Returns Roscoe's work\n                     on prisons. University bill to be pushed by James Breckenridge and Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2035]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstimate of expenses for the University of Virginia for 1824, unless\n                     brickmaking is resumed. Martin Dawson's charges will be slight in future.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2036]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill to remove the University debt. References to Colonel Boyd, William F.\n                     Gordon, James Pleasants, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2037]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. presents Laval with a list of books he wants sent to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. recommends Philips for the excellence of his bricklaying and \"correctness\n                     of his conduct.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNumber of hands required for the next year's work at the University.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2038]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University. References to Thomas Miller and Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2039]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eState of funds for 1823, estimate for 1824, annual income, annual expenses, and\n                     probable expenses of a student. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2040]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSearch of Truth in the Science of the Human Mind. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3028]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetailed account of funds and debts 1820-1823. Interest payments projected to\n                     1839. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2041]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2042]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeals with right of Francis Eppes to that part of John Wayles Eppes' estate\n                     which John Wayles Eppes possessed in right of his first wife, Maria Jefferson\n                     Eppes. Mentions Martha B. Eppes, John Wayles Eppes' second wife; Mr. Burton, an\n                     executor; Pantops, a part of John Wayles Eppes' land. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2043]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions to bricklayers and carpenters at work on the Rotunda.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2044]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Mr. Ralston of Philadelphia and Captain Chapman, who wish to see\n                     the University of Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2045]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWine from Dodge and Oxnard by brig Caledonia from Marseilles. Schooner Hiram,\n                     Thomas Dunike, Master, care of Collector of Port of Richmond. Account mentions\n                     Wilson Hunt. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3029]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. offers a few words of advice on the conduct of life, at the request of\n                     Grotjan's mother. A postscript, Philadelphia, 1833 June 9, by Andrew Jackson,\n                     recommends a \"rigid adherence\" to Jefferson's advice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInterest charges on University funds. Whether to have 7 or 8 professors.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3030]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson is writing to Barbour on behalf of James Leander Cathcart, a former\n                     consul to the Barbary States, seeking new government employment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCode of Regulations on distribution of courses among University professors.\n                     Encloses a copy AD. 2 pp.of T. J. ENACTMENTS TO BE PROPOSED TO VISITORS OF\n                     UNIVERSITY. Eight professors: ancient languages, modern languages, mathematics,\n                     natural philosophy, natural history, anatomy, moral philosophy, and law.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3031]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for University, as reported in Enquirer. If Legislature can repeal\n                     endowment, University cannot compete with European schools. Not to he \"common\n                     local academy\" like Hampden-Sydney, Lexington, and Rumford.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3033]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University. Purchase of books. Reference to Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2046]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePassage of the University bill. Funds for purchase of library and apparatus.\n                     Recommending Claude Crozet as professor of mathematics and Dabney Carr as\n                     professor of law. Mentions Alexander Garrett. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2047]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft on Bank of Pennsylvania care of Bernard Peyton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3034]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University of Virginia. Reappointment of the Board of Visitors.\n                     Funds for library and apparatus. Importance of choosing faculty on merit alone\n                     rather than from favoritism, which practice has lowered standards at the\n                     College of Philadelphia and at Edinburgh University. Has never appointed\n                     relation to office, because always found someone else better qualified.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2048]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRembrandt Peale's work on painting of George Washington. University more\n                     beautiful than anything in U.S. or Europe. Museum. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3035]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRenews application for professorship of botany, zoology, mineralogy, geology,\n                     physics, geometry, mental philosophy, ancient history of America, archaeology,\n                     phonology, and philology. Enclosures: catalog of his principal works; newspaper\n                     articles by Rafinesque, dealing with American anthropology and with a new tree\n                     of Kentucky, cladrastis fragrans. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2049]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLogrolling attempt: University bill and the bill to recharter the Farmer's\n                     Bank. References to James Breckenridge, Alexander Garrett, William F. Gordon,\n                     and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2050]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for 1200 bricks to be placed to the account of John M. Perry.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2051]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConfirms the appointment of T. J., James Madison, Chapman Johnson, Joseph C.\n                     Cabell, George Loyall, James Breckinridge and John Hartwell Cocke as Visitors\n                     of the University of Virginia and authorizes them to fix a day for meeting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s commission as a Visitor of the University of Virginia, signed by James\n                     Pleasants, Jr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList necessary expenditures for the University. Sends balance sheet up to 31\n                     December [1823]. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2052]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstimate of income and expenses for the year 1823. Mentions Martin Dawson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2053]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University from the debt due Virginia from the Federal\n                     government. Francis Walker Gilmer's scheme of professorships. References to\n                     James Barbour, William F. Gordon, [George?] Hay, Chapman Johnson, James\n                     Madison, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2054]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum concerning the renewal of his notes held by the Bank of the U. S.,\n                     the Farmer's Bank, and the Bank of Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2055]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote concerning University of Virginia debts. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2056]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComplete victory of the friends of the University in the Assembly. Downfall of\n                     William and Mary seems certain. Suggests hiring of certain of the William and\n                     Mary faculty: John A. Smith, Mr. Campbell, James B. Rogers, and James Semple.\n                     References to John Bowyer, James Breckenridge, Alexander Garrett, William F.\n                     Gordon, Chapman Johnson, George Loyall, James Madison, and Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2057]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSelection of chemical and philosophical apparatus adapted to the needs of the\n                     University of Virginia. Sources of apparatus: New York, London, Paris.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2058]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussion of relative merits of dissection and wax models in teaching anatomy;\n                     practices of Caspar Wistar and Philip S. Physick. Urges good medical library.\n                     Will send list of books needed and a collection of bones.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2059]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning offer for sale of anatomical collection in Amsterdam of Dr. Bonus\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhysick presents his qualifications for the anatomical department of the\n                     University of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplies for chemistry vacancy mentioned by Thomas Cooper. Mentions T. J.'s\n                     friendship for his father. Benjamin Franklin Bache. Reference to [Lardner]\n                     Vanuxem. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2060]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuggests changes in the galleries of the Rotunda, on which James Dinsmore and\n                     John Neilson are working without his permission. Noted by Jefferson:\n                     \"disapproved\". \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2061]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlans for the library. References to John Neilson and James Dinsmore.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2062]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplies for tutorial position at the University. Describes education at\n                     Glasgow, at Trinity College, Dublin, and at Oxford. Sends copies of\n                     recommendations from B. Lloyd, professor of mathematics, and the Reverend\n                     Thomas Gannon. Mentions the Reverends C. Boyton, J. Gutch, Henry Harte, and\n                     James Kennelly. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2063]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends list of chemical apparatus adequate for the University of Virginia.\n                     Enclosure: \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eCatalogue of Apparatus.\u003c/title\u003e\u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2064]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttempt to get recognition of the University's claim to money owed Virginia by\n                     the United States. Monroe's recommendation of \u003cpersname normal=\"James G. Percival\"\u003e[James G.?] Percival\u003c/persname\u003e and \u003cpersname normal=\"John Torrey\"\u003e[John] Torrey\u003c/persname\u003e for the University faculty.\n                     References to James Barbour, William H. Crawford, Chapman Johnson, and William\n                     Wirt. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2065]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstimate of cost of Rotunda to date. Payments to Thorn \u0026amp; Chamberlain,\n                     contract with Giacomo Raggi, itemized list of building materials.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2066]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubjects to be taught by University professors; their duties and salaries.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3037]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturning a horse loaned by T. J. Reference to Col. John Coles and to Mr.\n                     Maclure. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2067]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveying land in Albemarle County to the University of Virginia. Witnessed by\n                     John M. Perry. Approved by T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2068]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveying land in Albemarle County to the University of Virginia. Witnessed by\n                     John M. Perry. Approved by T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2069]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNumber of professors that can be hired. Estimated expenses for 1824.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2070]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBoard of Visitors will consider his application in October. Glad the son of his\n                     late friend, Benjamin Franklin Bache, is qualified. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2071]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegislature approved funds for University. Visitors want to open February,\n                     1825. Professors from Europe. Work on Rotunda. Trist's work on catalogues. Mrs.\n                     Lewis, Mrs. Southall, and Dr. Ragland dead. Charlottesville's growth. Mentions\n                     Hore Browse Trist, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3038]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreeing to the engagement of the anatomical professor from Europe. Pleased to\n                     see the number of foreign professors is to be limited. Note by John Hartwell\n                     Cocke: \"I concur with Mr. Cabell in the above.\" \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2072]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends letters from accountant of Literary Fund and from cashier of Farmer's\n                     Bank of Virginia. Asks instructions regarding a loan from the Bank of Virginia.\n                     Mentions Chapman Johnson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2073]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning John Wayles Eppes' estate. Fruit and tobacco crops. Request for\n                     pyracanthus root. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2074]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Gilmer, and granting him full authority to engage professors for\n                     the University of Virginia. On same sheet as \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2115]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2075]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRector and Visitors appoint Gilmer to go to Great Britain and Europe to hire\n                     professors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3039]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotes on reverse dated April 26, 1824. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-368, K-32]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for \"ground plats\" (Maverick's engraving?) of the University to be sent\n                     to Europe. Requests tin for his house. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2076]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for bills of exchange drawn by Joseph Mann on Gowan \u0026amp; Marx of\n                     London for Gilmer's use as agent of the University to recruit faculty members,\n                     and for purposes of the University designated by instructions. Approved by T.\n                     J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2077]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of titles with prices estimated in pounds sterling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScheme of education for Virginia. Preparatory schools to teach classical\n                     languages, geometry, and geography not yet established. Department of grammar,\n                     rhetoric, and oratory at University of Virginia. Mentions professors at\n                     University, and pamphlet and grammar of composition. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3039-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIll health prevents his leaving Monticello. If consultation necessary, requests\n                     Brockenbrough and Bergmin to come to Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2078]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTranslation of Gay de Vernon's Treatise on the Science of War and\n                     Fortification. Politics in U.S., liberty in Europe, election of 1800. Praises\n                     William Harris Crawford. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3039-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAttitude of the University toward the possible removal of the College of\n                     William and Mary from Williamsburg to Richmond. Views on the subject held by\n                     William Armistead, Colonel Bassett, Chancellor Brown, [John B.?] Clopton, Dr.\n                     Charles Everett, N. Faulcon, Dr. Galt of Williamsburg, [James M.?] Garrett,\n                     Thomas Griffin, Mr. Johnson of Williamsburg, George Loyall, Thomas Macon,\n                     Bishop Moore, Hugh Nelson, Mr. Nicholas, Brazure W. Pryor, Archibald Ritchie,\n                     Judge James Semple, Mr. Scott, John W. Sourell, L. W. Tazewell, and John Tyler.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2079]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCabell introduces an astronomer, Mr. Goodacre, to T. J.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. thanks Hosack for two volumes, comments on the mathematical abilities of\n                     M. Audrain, explains why the University is hiring European professors and\n                     sympathizes on a recent bereavement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFountain pen like Mr. Cowan's. Richmond watchmaker, for Mr. Dyer.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3040]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. encloses a letter [not present] from Joseph Carrington Cabell regarding a\n                     proposal to move the College of William and Mary to Richmond and a University\n                     of Virginia Board of Visitors decision to hire a medical professor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscussion of the removal of the College of William and Mary from its present\n                     site to Richmond or a possible consolidation with the University. Would welcome\n                     the library and funds of William and Mary but not their faculty in case of\n                     consolidation. Suitability of Richmond and Norfolk as site of medical school.\n                     Mentions James Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2080]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders polished marble squares for Rotunda floor. Requests supervision of\n                     Giacomo Raggi's contract for bases of columns. Raggi left New York on ship\n                     Cyane for Gibraltar. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2081]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUrging that the friends of the University of Virginia be passive in regard to\n                     the removal of William and Mary from Williamsburg to Richmond, Petersburg, or\n                     the western part of the state. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2082]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMaterial about the University of Virginia for use in McKennie's newspaper, the\n                        \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eCentral Gazette\u003c/title\u003e : date of opening, dormitory\n                     facilities, courses offered, and fees. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2083]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInterview included right of Georgia to the Cherokee lands, character of Indians\n                     and African Americans, tariff, disposition of Great Britain toward Spain and\n                     the United States, religion, and theology. Brief account of interviews with\n                     Colonel James, P. P. Barbour, and James Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2084]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends a reservoir be placed on the Rotunda for fire-protection. Plans for the University's water supply. References to Mr. Chamberlain, John Perry, and\n                     A. B. Thorn. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2085]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends report on the plan of the University for Dr. [Dugald] Stewart and others.\n                     Failure of legislature to appropriate money for books and apparatus.\n                     Possibility that William and Mary may consolidate with the University. Sends\n                     acknowledgment to Major [John] Cartwright for a volume on the English\n                     Constitution that he sent. Suggests presenting copy of report on the University\n                     to Cartwright. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2086]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIllness of Mrs. [St. George] Tucker prevents his visiting T. J. at Monticello\n                     and the Madisons at Montpellier. Removal of William and Mary to Richmond.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2087]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContract to teach French, Italian, German, English, Anglo-Saxon, modern\n                     history, and geography. Salary, prequisites, and conditions of the\n                     professorships. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2088]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVisitors to open University 1 February 1825. European scholars because American\n                     not suitably prominent. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3041]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreeing to subscribe to Mitchell's newspaper. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2089]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends Col. Bernard Peyton for office in Richmond. Mentions Bedford.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3041-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroduces Col. Bernard Peyton of Richmond, a commission merchant who travels\n                     to expand his business in North. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3041-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests instructions for John Gorman, who is working on the Rotunda. James\n                     Dinsmore and John Neilson need funds. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2090]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBelief in human progress and perfectibility. Advocates Indian rights.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2091]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBusy at University. O'Flaherty's competence in Greek, Latin, French, and\n                     English. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3042]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for copies of the Rockfish Gap Report and [Maverick's] plan of the\n                     University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2092]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders material for saddlecloth. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3043]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGrain samples from Mr. Gelston, New York, for Albemarle Agricultural Society.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3044]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for professorship of modern languages, geography, and history.\n                     Lists qualifications and education. Gives Robert Walsh, Jr., as reference.\n                     Enclosure: prospects of Mount Airy College, P. F. B. Constant, Principal. Label\n                     in T. J.'s hand \"Candidates for Professorships.\" \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2093]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommendation for Joseph Antrim as plasterer on basis of work at University of\n                     Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3044-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContract to teach anatomy, surgery, history and theory of medicine, physiology,\n                     materia medica, and pharmacy. Salary, perquisites, and conditions.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2094]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContract to teach mathematics, navigation, architecture, astronomy. Salary,\n                     perquisites, and conditions. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2095]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContract to teach Latin, Greek, Hebrew, rhetoric, belles lettres, ancient\n                     history, ancient geography. Salary, perquisites, and conditions.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2096]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContract to teach natural philosophy, mechanics, statics, hydrostatics,\n                     hydraulics, pneumatics, acoustics, optics, and astronomy. Salary, perquisites,\n                     and conditions. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2097]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplication for professorship of anatomy and physics. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2098]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. asks that the bearer of the note, named Joe, choose some iron.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolutions concerning the leasing of hotels and the rent to be paid. Copy sent\n                     to Brockenbrough. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2099]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMadison discusses Thomas Walker Gilmer's recruitment of English professors for\n                     the newly-established University of Virginia, the merits of domestic vs.\n                     foreign professors, and candidates for hotel keepers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvice on selection of professors. Prefers English, Irish, or Scotch to German\n                     professors. George Blaettermann's books to be passed duty-free. Funds from\n                     legislature for books. Lafayette's visit to Charlottesville and the University.\n                     Hopes Gilmer will accept position at University. Requests copy of Michael\n                     Russell's book on Scottish universities. Presidential election between William\n                     H. Crawford and John Q. Adams. Mentions James Ivory and Sir John Leslie.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2100]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBoard of Visitors has no money. Scottish, English, Irish, German professors.\n                     Second-rate Europeans better than second-rate Americans. Ivory and Leslie\n                     acceptable. No duty on George Blaettermann's books. U.S. debt to Virginia.\n                     LaFayette to visit Monticello, Montpelier, and University. Russel's Views of\n                     the System of Education in the Universities of Scotland, with appendix on\n                     England, published at Edinburgh. Endorsed by T. J. as never received by Gilmer,\n                     and returned to T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3045]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders sewing supplies. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3046]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturns Francis Walker Gilmer's letter which he has copied. Gilmer must not\n                     fail to bring professor of natural philosophy for the University. Originally\n                     calendared as 1824 October 19. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3046-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders screws and copperas. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3047]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAbscessed jaw improved. Approval of Coolidge's marriage to Ellen Randolph.\n                     Inability to provide a dowry. Plan to use Milizia's book on architecture as a\n                     text at the University. General Lafayette's approaching visit. Reference to\n                     James Madison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2101]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturns papers and a copy of the Proctor's account for T. J.'s files.\n                     Recommends higher boarding rates to attract good hotel keepers.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2102]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInviting Mr. and Mrs. Madison to meet Lafayette at Charlottesville. Lafayette\n                     to go to Montpellier and Fredericksburg. No news from Francis Walker Gilmer.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2103]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDistressed by news of Gilmer's ill health. Exemption of George Blaettermann's\n                     books from duties. Details on board and lodging prepared for the professors.\n                     Mentions Bernard Peyton, agent for the University in Richmond.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2105]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUrges him to accept faculty post at University of Virginia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2106]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturns donation for purchase of Polyglot Bible through Alexander Garrett since\n                     Cummings \u0026amp; Hillard have sold it. Francis Walker Gilmer has engaged five\n                     professors. Visitors must meet to appoint others. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2107]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUniversity will open on 1 February 1825 since Gilmer has hired George\n                     Blaettermann, Charles Bonnycastle, Robley Dunglison, Thomas Key, and George\n                     Long, expected from Europe in a few days. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2108]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWishes to know port professors will enter, so as to secure remission of duty on\n                     books. Requests information on John Torrey's attitude toward chair of natural\n                     history. Urges Gilmer to accept chair of law. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2109]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeasurements of Rotunda dome. Sends Hotel contracts for his inspection.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2110]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Richard Kidder Meade, whose father wishes to manage boarding houses\n                     for the University of Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2111]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWrote [Joseph] Anderson, state comptroller, to instruct collector to exempt\n                     professors' books from duty. Problems of immediate accommodations for\n                     professors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2112]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends suggested form for articles of agreement for leases of Hotels, covering\n                     all details of operation. Copy form is a lease with John Gray, Jr.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2113]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplies for post of librarian at University of Virginia. William Tilghman a\n                     reference. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2114]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. writes that the University of Virginia professors from England are\n                     expected \"hourly\" at Richmond or Norfolk, and requests that their books be\n                     exempt from duties.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEndorsed with the names of Professors George Blaettermann, Charles Bonnycastle,\n                     Robley Dunglison, John Patton Emmet, Thomas H. Key, and George Long.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2115]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCabell's business at Corotoman. Assembly politics with respect to the bill to\n                     move the College of William and Mary to Richmond and funds for the University.\n                     References to George Blaettermann, Francis T. Brooke, John Bowyer, William\n                     Brockenbrough, John Coalter, James M. Garnett, George Hay, Chapman Johnson, Mr.\n                     Leigh, Judge Marshall, James Madison, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Robert B.\n                     Taylor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2116]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDecision to vote against the bill to remove William and Mary to Richmond.\n                     Medical education at the University. References to Chapman Johnson and Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2117]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommendations regarding the removal of William and Mary and division of her\n                     funds among ten collegiate districts. University should get $50,000 from\n                     Congress. Meeting of Visitors to appoint remaining faculty members. George\n                     Long's arrival. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2118]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. asks Breckinridge to keep the contents of this letter secret. T. J.\n                     believes that Francis Walker Gilmer will decline the professorship of law at\n                     the University and asks Breckinridge if William Campbell Preston would be a\n                     suitable candidate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson and Madison prefer George Tucker for chair of ethics. Bill for\n                     district colleges. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and William F. Gordon.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2119]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends the Rev. Joseph P. Bertrum, who wishes to teach at the University of\n                     Virginia. Failure of John Adams \"animal economy\" but not his intellectual\n                     powers. Foresees trouble about inscription on Bunker Hill Monument. Republic\n                     ungrateful in not providing one for Samuel Adams. Enclosure: \"Heads of a Course\n                     of Lectures on Natural History given annually (since 1788) in the University of\n                     Cambridge, by B. Waterhouse, M. D.\" \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2120]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUrges Jefferson to throw influence to Andrew Jackson. Clay should content\n                     himself with Mexican ministry. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2121]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDifferences of opinion between Jefferson and Madison regarding the removal of\n                     the College of William and Mary to Richmond. Funds for the University.\n                     References to John Bowyer, Judge Dabney Carr, Francis W. Gilmer, William F.\n                     Gordon, George Loyall, Mr. Nicholas, James Pleasants, Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., James Semple, John A. Smith, George Tucker, and John Tyler.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2122]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn verso: small framing diagram for library dome. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-332,\n                        K-12]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplicants for situation vacated by death of James Cuthush include Franklin\n                     Bache, James F. Dana, J. Everett, Jacob Green, John Manners, James G. Percival,\n                     Arthur L. Porter, John Torrey, and G. Troost. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2123]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA list of periodical titles, some with annual cost and place of publication,\n                     possibly to be ordered for the University of Virginia Library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA circular letter in which T. J. pleads \"the decayed energies of body \u0026amp;\n                     mind\" and asks \"permission to withdraw from all epistolary correspondence\n                     beyond what is required by the ordinary business and duties of life.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSums owed to Farmers Bank, United States Bank, and Virginia Bank.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3049]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers to sell his library of 3000 to 4000 volumes to the University of\n                     Virginia. Collection includes portrait of Washington by Gilbert Stuart and\n                     other portraits of Lafayette and Peyton Randolph. Enclosure: catalog of books.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2124]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplies for position as librarian. Alexander Garrett given as a reference.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2126]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDetails on opening of the of Virginia. Professors of mathematics and natural\n                     philosophy expected shortly. Advertisement of University's opening in\n                     newspapers. Textbook sales. Qualifications to enter schools of Latin, Greek,\n                     mathematics, and natural philosophy. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2125]\u003c/bibref\u003e,\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3050]\u003c/bibref\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from George Tucker regarding a teaching position at the University.\n                     Application from Mr. Kidd for the position of professor of ethics. Bill for\n                     removal of William and Mary to Richmond to be rejected. Funds for the\n                     University. References to James Barbour, William F. Gordon, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., James Madison, and Judge James Semple. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2127]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. writes to Waterhouse concerning the selection of faculty members at the\n                     University of Virginia, his views on religion, the health of John Adams, and\n                     his own fears of old age and infirmity.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers University cabinet of conchology, mineralogy purchased by friend, Edward\n                     Wyer, in Spain. Dr. Wallace of Virginia offers to examine and report on it.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2128]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclose papers from [William] Coffee and text of an advertisement to be\n                     inserted in the Richmond Enquirer, the Constitutional Whig, and the principal\n                     paper of Fredericksburg concerning the opening of the University.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2129]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne of professors to act as librarian. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2130]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNon-arrival of professors may delay opening of University. James Barbour\n                     hopeful of obtaining $50,000 from Congress for the University. Additional funds\n                     needed to complete Rotunda and anatomical theatre. Jefferson's actions to\n                     further the University have roused much personal antagonism.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2131]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThanks for gift of books by Michael Russell and Joseph Bosworth. Agrees that\n                     William Hilliard be made the University's agent to purchase books in Europe.\n                     Recommends plates for a new edition of Wilson's Ornithology. Reported discovery\n                     in Athens of 2000 rolls of papyri of Greek authors. Expected arrival of new\n                     professors at the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2132]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders brandy. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3050-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends setting up port near Norfolk to be named after Jefferson to rival\n                     New York. Begs Jefferson to use his influence for Jackson in presidential\n                     election. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2133]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest that T. J. prepare a bill to prevent removal of William and Mary\n                     College to Richmond. Clergy, Richmond, and the Federalists all united in favor\n                     of removal. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2134]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReturning a copy of Michael Russell's View of Education in Scotland. Expected\n                     arrival of professors from England. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2135]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplies for professorship of foreign languages at University of Virginia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2136]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSomerville's book catalog given to University's purchasing agent (Cummings and\n                     Hilliard). Funds dependent on Virginia's claim against Congress.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2137]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill hold offer of Edward Wyer's mineral collection under consideration; funds\n                     dependent on claim of state of Virginia on Congress. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2138]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCalls meeting of Board of Visitors of University to approve loan required for\n                     work on Rotunda, loan to be backed by subscriptions due. Mentions Arthur\n                     Brockenbrough, John Hartwell Cocke, Alexander Garrett, and James Madison.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2139]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends draft of bill for the discontinuance of the College of William and Mary\n                     and the establishment of colleges at Williamsburg, Hampden-Sydney, Lynchburg,\n                     Richmond, Fredericksburg, Winchester, Staunton, Fincastle, Louisburg, and\n                     Clarksburg. Distribution of the College of William and Mary's funds. Enclosure:\n                     draft of bill. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2140]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConcerning possible sale of Edward Wyer's mineral collection to University of\n                     Virginia. Mentions Dr. Wallace. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2141]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinancial report on his mission to Europe. Funds paid by bankers Gowan and Marx\n                     to George Blaettermann, Charles Bonnycastle, Mr. Bohn (bookseller), Mr. Cary\n                     (optician), Robley Dunglison, Thomas H. Key, and John Tuther. Encloses letters\n                     and catalogs of books and instruments from Dr. Parr, Mr. Harris, and the Rev.\n                     John Tynes. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2142]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUrges Kean to remain at Charlottesville. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3051]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemoval of William and Mary to Richmond. Articles in the Whig on the funds of\n                     William and Mary and the decision of the Court of Appeals in the case of\n                     Bracken and the College. References to Alexander Garrett and John A. Smith.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2143]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of Ship Competitor. Requests authorities to support the division of\n                     William and Mary's money. Mentions Dartmouth College case.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2144]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFaculty should prescribe textbooks for most courses, but that of government\n                     should be set by Board of Visitors to prevent dissemination of Federalist\n                     principles. Necessity for investigating the sum of education rendered in each\n                     county in primary schools. Financing the medical theatre. Enclosure: resolution\n                     requiring annual statement of schooling rendered in each county, together with\n                     a sample form for the report. Enclosure: Resolutions as to the principles of\n                     government for the University of Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2145]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePublication of a letter from T. J. to help prevent removal of the College of\n                     William and Mary to Richmond. Consideration of Francis W. Gilmer and Chancellor\n                     [St. George] Tucker for the law chair at the University. Suggests the professor\n                     of law be also given a small chancery district. References to Servant Jones and\n                     Richard Morris. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2146]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends Dr. Henry Jackson, youngest brother of Gen. James Jackson, for\n                     professorship of natural history and philosophy. Sends seed from Italy and\n                     sample of Cremona flax received from Thomas Appleton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2147]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDefeat of plan to remove William and Mary to Richmond. Plan for a general\n                     education system. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2148]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDefeat of the bill to remove William and Mary to Richmond. Delay in arrival of\n                     the University faculty. T. J.'s resolutions relative to primary schools.\n                     Expresses disapproval of a constitutional convention for Virginia. Opposition\n                     to Cabell in his senatorial district. References to John Bowyer, Judge Francis\n                     T. Brooke, Col. Benjamin Cabell, John Hartwell Cocke, David S. Garland, William\n                     F. Gordon, George Loyall, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2149]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds for the University from interest claim of the Commonwealth of Virginia.\n                     References to George Loyall and Littleton W. Tazewell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2150]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInformation regarding fees, courses, and provisions for housing and board. (The\n                     advertisement appeared in the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eEnquirer\u003c/title\u003e over the\n                     name of the Proctor, Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2151]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of fire damage at Poplar Forest from Ashton. J. Hemings to repair. Wood\n                     from Captain Martin. English professors at Hampton. University opens in March.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3053]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrival of the University faculty. Meeting of the Board of Visitors. References\n                     to Chapman Johnson, Francis Gilmer, George Loyall, and John Hartwell Cocke.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2152]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNo book agent in Charlottesville. Suggests Meredith Jones. Foulis and Leipsic\n                     classics. Paris stereotype editions the best. Dufief's French and English\n                     dictionary. Boiste's French dictionary equal to that of Academy. Many French\n                     students, some Spanish students, few German and Italian. Cubi's Spanish\n                     Dictionary, Baltimore edition adequate. Professors from England in Hampton\n                     Roads. University opens 7 March. Langard's History of England. George Brodie's\n                     History of the English Empire from the Accession of Charles I. Turner's History\n                     of the Anglo-Saxons. Hume's History of England. Thomas' edition of Edward\n                     Coke's First Institute on Littleton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3054]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplies for position of librarian for son, John V. Kean, lists his\n                     qualifications. Lancelot Minor, Horatio G. Winston, and George W. Trueheart of\n                     Louisa recommend him. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2153]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFaculty positions offered to [Henry St. George?] Tucker and to George Tucker.\n                     References to Judge John Coalter and [St. George] Tucker.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2154]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from England. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3055]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProctor's statement of the funds of the University as of 31 December 1824.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2155]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotice to students of opening of University to be published in \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eCentral Gazette,\u003c/title\u003e\u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eEnquirer,\u003c/title\u003e\u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eNational Intelligencer.\u003c/title\u003e\u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2156]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnclose Visitors' ratification of loan of $5000 from Farmer's Bank. Directs\n                     remittance to Thomas Appleton through Bernard Peyton of Richmond and Samuel\n                     Williams of London for columns. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2157]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to Alexander Garrett contains instructions for payment to Thomas\n                     Appleton (for Giacomo Raggi's work on columns) through Bernard Peyton. Second\n                     letter of this date. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2158]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolutions of the Visitors concerning the $50,000 to be received from\n                     Congress. Accounting procedures. Part of fund to he used for preparation of a\n                     room to receive books. Number of bricks necessary for medical theatre.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2159]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppointment of Tucker as Professor of the School of Moral Philosophy. Arrival\n                     of five professors from England. Opening of the University.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2160]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFinancial situation of University of Virginia. Difficulty in riding.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3055-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUniversity's obligation concerning the bond forfeited by Charles Bonnycastle in\n                     accepting University position. Salary arrangements with Robley Dunglison and\n                     Thomas H. Key. Details regarding shipment of books and instruments to\n                     University. Mentions George Barlow, Dollond Co., Alexander Garrett, London,\n                     Gowan \u0026amp; Marx, and Munich. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2161]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders \"wool cards\" and mustard. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3056]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFunds as of 1 January 1825, and estimate for 1826. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2162]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends macadam roads for the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2163]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAppointment as librarian at salary of $150 per year. Statement of his duties.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2164]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eShirting for Burwell (slave). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3057]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote for $5000, negotiable at Farmer's Bank of Virginia. Receipted by Alexander\n                     Garrett, Bursar, and William Nekervis, Cashier of Farmer's Bank.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2165]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for printed copies of the rules enacted by the Board of Visitors.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2166]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eCentral Gazette\u003c/title\u003e and \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eRules for Governing the University.\u003c/title\u003e Philadelphia papers favor\n                     Philadelphia medical school and suppress University advertisements. Boston and\n                     New York papers better. Commends Patterson. T. J. Randolph's wife improves;\n                     Robley Dunglison treating her. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3058]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHealth. University of Virginia. Professors found by Francis Walker Gilmer.\n                     Professors Bonnycastle, Dunglison, Emmet, and Tucker. Courses in mathematics,\n                     natural philosophy, medicine, classics, French, Spanish, Italian, German,\n                     Swedish, Danish, Anglo-Saxon, chemistry, botany, zoology, ethics, and law.\n                     Library. Mentions Cambridge and Edinburgh Universities. University of South\n                     Carolina. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3058-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRules for discipline at the University of Virginia. Opening of the University.\n                     Express hope for the success of the University of Transylvania.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2167]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders bedticking. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3059]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProfessors arrived; University opened March 7. English professors. Professors\n                     of chemistry and moral philosophy are Americans; professor of law not selected.\n                     Boston bell makers. Mr. Hilliard, University agent for library purchases. Board\n                     of Visitors appreciates gift of books. Coolidge's parents to visit. Mentions\n                     Mr. Ticknor. Enclosure describes clock for Rotunda and asks cost.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3060]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpening of the University. The faculty. Bell for the University. William\n                     Hilliard engaged to buy a library for the University to the value of $15,000.\n                     Receipt of books sent by Coolidge for the University. Coolidge's visit to\n                     Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2168]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJefferson's gift to Smith's son. Numbers enrolled at the University of\n                     Virginia. Disciplinary problems. Accepts the Bayle [dictionary?] and Edinburgh\n                     Atlas for the University Library. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2169]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2170]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNecessity of purchasing from John Perry the strip of land that divides the two\n                     parcels of University property in order to secure the water supply. All faculty\n                     except George Tucker and law professor have arrived. Necessity for disciplining\n                     students. Enclosure: estimate of University income and expenditures, 1824-1827.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2171]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNecessity of purchasing from John Perry the strip of land that divides the two\n                     parcels of University property in order to secure the water supply. All faculty\n                     except George Tucker and law professor have arrived. Necessity for disciplining\n                     students. Enclosure: estimate of University income and expenditures, 1824-1827.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2171-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2171]\u003c/bibref\u003e and \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2171-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e for other copies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter of introduction for Mr. and Mrs. Charles Sigourney (Lydia Sigourney).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2172]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpposing the holding of religious services in University buildings.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2173]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJames Barbour advises that U.S. President deposited money for University to\n                     credit of Treasurer of Virginia in Branch Bank of U S., Richmond. As University\n                     Rector, T. J. to pay agent for books from Europe. Wrote to Governor of\n                     Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3061]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders coffee. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3062]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of advertisement requesting book donations for the University Library to\n                     be inserted in the \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eCentral Gazette\u003c/title\u003e and \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eRichmond Enquirer.\u003c/title\u003e Advertisement mentions donations\n                     from [John?] Hansford of King George County, Bernard Moore Carter of London,\n                     and Joseph Coolidge, Jr., of Boston. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2174]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends Henry St. George Tucker for professor of law at University. Rockfish\n                     Gap conference. Mentions Joseph C. Cabell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3063]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for work on marble columns. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2175]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApproves purchase of John M. Perry's land for the University.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2176]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses draft of handbill to answer routine questions on the courses and\n                     expenses of the University. [Clement P.?] McKennie to print handbill.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2177]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchases from John Perry, Daniel and Mary A. F. Piper, and Jesse W. Garth.\n                     Lands held by Alexander Garrett, Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough, and Nathan\n                     Barksdale as University Proctors. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3064, N-327a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQualifications of Judge W. A. G. Dade for the law professorship discussed with\n                     Judge [Archibald] Stuart, Howe Peyton, and John Hartwell Cocke, after Francis\n                     W. Gilmer had refused it. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2178]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAuthorization to execute bond to John M. Perry in consideration of 132 acres of\n                     land sold to the University. Receipt by Perry for $2411 attached.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2179]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLaw chair to be offered to William A. G. Dade. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2180]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions to deposit $18,000 in the United States Bank of Philadelphia to\n                     the account of William Hilliard of Boston, agent of the University of Virginia\n                     for the purchase of books. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2181]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInquires whether he is to criticize the plan of the educational system at\n                     Virginia and to collect philosophical instruments as Francis Walker Gilmer had\n                     intimated. Requests official population documents for United States for a\n                     projected book. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2182]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHaveland discusses the carving of composite capitals and suggests a simpler\n                     order such as Ionic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to dine at Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2183]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUniversity's responsibilities regarding Charles Bonnycastle's forfeited bond.\n                     Censure from professors because of his state of health. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2184]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApproves choice of William A. G. Dade for the law chair. Splendid prospects for\n                     the University. Greetings from Mr. Maclure in Paris. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2185]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders salt. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3065]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Dr. Waterhouse of Cambridge. Use of macadam method on University\n                     roads. Address of Judge Dade. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2186]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering him the law chair at the University; citing advantages of the post.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2187]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks if deposit to William Hilliard's credit has been made. Is sending catalog\n                     of books to Hilliard. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2188]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase of books for the library of the University. Lists books desired as\n                     well as the \"Harvard duplicates\". \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2189]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of books, with date and place of publication, size, and price estimated in\n                     some cases. At the end is the following in Jefferson's hand: \"The preceding\n                     catalogue is that of the books with the purchase of which Mr. Wm. Hilliard is\n                     charged on behalf of the University of Virginia./Th: Jefferson Rector/June 3.\n                     1825.\" \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2190]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvising Randolph about his financial status; begging him to return to his\n                     family and to take up public life when called. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2191]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests instruction on finishing library in the Rotunda. John P. Emmet\n                     dissatisfied with his laboratory facilities. [John] Brockenbrough has made\n                     remittance to William Hilliard. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2192]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIf William A. G. Dade refuses law chair, Gilmer, the first choice, may have it.\n                     Charles Bonnycastle's bond settled. William Hilliard to purchase books for\n                     University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2193]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTimber for composite capitals. Originally enclosed with 1826 April 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRooms for John P. Emmet's chemistry experiments. Encloses draft of a balluster\n                     (not found with the letter). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2194]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConstruction necessary to prevent free access to library by all people.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2195]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest that Bernard Peyton procure a bill of exchange payable to Rufus King,\n                     Ambassador of the U. S. in London, for the purchase of books and apparatus for\n                     the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2196]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests permission to publish T. J.'s letter of 21 April 1825 regarding the\n                     use of University buildings for religious services. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2197]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders cloth and thread. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3066]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvoice of books shipped aboard the Enterprise, Captain Cason, to Bernard\n                     Peyton in Richmond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2198]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegrets Dearborn's accident. His own health poor. Opening of University of\n                     Virginia with splendid faculty, but without president or theological schools.\n                     Invites Mr. and Mrs. Dearborn for visit. Soldiers sent by Governor George M.\n                     Troup of Georgia into Creek country. Ellen Randolph Coolidge goes to Boston\n                     soon. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2199]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOpposing publication of his letter of 24 April. Purchasing hills of exchange to\n                     be used for purchase of apparatus in England. Reference to Bernard Peyton.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2200]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers him to Cummings \u0026amp; Hilliard, who may purchase some of his books\n                     for the University library. Grateful for loan of Philibert de Lorme's\n                     Architecture. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2201]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of himself, his health, his family, and the University of Virginia. Power\n                     of federal government should be limited. Refuses to enter into the question\n                     that agonizes Kentucky. Mentions Thomas J. Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2202]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Emanuel Miller who wishes to enter the schools of Professors Long,\n                     Blaettermann, and Key and who brings a bill of credit from Chandler, Brice,\n                     \u0026amp; Morgan of Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2203]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStables at the University. Deed for John M. Perry's land.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2204]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLocation of stables and East Range. Requests copy of contract with John M.\n                     Perry, since he wishes to use barn for rye. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2205]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests him to forward letter to London by packet. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2206]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePolicy regarding vacations for the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2207]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests his aid in securing apparatus for the University. Money placed in\n                     London subject to orders of Rufus King. If Charles Bonnycastle's bond\n                     forfeited, that amount must be subtracted from the total. List of apparatus and\n                     instructions for shipment. Mentions Francis Walker Gilmer.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2208]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNeilson's drawing shows a top and side view of a modillion with caption \"Paladio [sic] B.IV Plate LX\" and his signature on recto. There are construction notes on the verso and a docket \"Modillion \n            block Rotunda Museum.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests bill of exchange be sent to Rufus King for purchase of anatomical\n              apparatus. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2209]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHealth better. Payment to Dunglison. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3068]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn Paul Jones memorabilia. Houdon's bust of Jones at Monticello. Artist from\n                     Washington might copy it. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3067]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s health. Will accept no money. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3069]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWants to pay for future treatments. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3070]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHealth worse. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3071]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHis estrangement from Martha. Use of T. J.'s name in a meeting at the court\n                     house in Charlottesville regarding the convention at Staunton and general\n                     suffrage. Use of T. J.'s letter with regard to the title papers to the public\n                     land dating from T. J.'s governorship. Financial relations between himself and\n                     Thomas Eston Randolph. Causes of Thomas Mann Randolph's financial straits.\n                     References to Hamilton and the Federalist plot of 1798. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2210]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAssuring Randolph of his affection. His deafness gives the appearance of\n                     reserve. No objection to Randolph's use of his opinions on suffrage or of his\n                     letter regarding public lands. Urges him to return to his family.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2211]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for marble columns. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2212]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange in favor of Thomas Tredway. Endorsed by Tredway to Rufus King;\n                     purchased by University to pay for anatomical apparatus.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2213]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo visit Monticello. Prescribes laudanum. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3072]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. sends his watch for repair.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDate of remittance to Thomas Appleton. Marble capitals expected daily.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2214]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Coffee's prices for cornice too high, but Joseph Antrim says no one\n                     else in New York does such work. Dr. [Thomas M.] Boswell of Gloucester, Va.,\n                     has presented mineral collection now in John P. Emmet's charge. Asks procedure\n                     in recording such gifts. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2215]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Coffee's prices for the Corinthian ornaments. Minerals for John P.\n                     Emmet. Arrival of marble bases expected on the Ship Caroline, Captain Farmer.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2216]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor Francis Walker Gilmer and Valentine W. Southall as trustees for Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBills of exchange deposited with King for the use of Thomas Callaway, who is\n                     purchasing anatomical equipment for Robley Dunglison. Enclosures: Two bills of\n                     exchange, one dated 27 June 1825 for £1350, the other 14 July 1825 for\n                     £675, drawn by Kerr \u0026amp; Caskie on James Dunlap of London in\n                     favor of Thomas Tredway. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2217]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWeather prognostics, notes on thermometers, table of weights.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3073]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBequests to T. J. Randolph, Samuel Carr, and Martha J. Randolph. T. J.\n                     Randolph, executor. Witnessed by T. J. and Mary J. Randolph. Another will [not\n                     present] executed eight days later. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3074]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHenry St. George Tucker, P. P. Barbour, Dabney Carr, and William A. G. Dade\n                     having declined the law chair, Francis W. Gilmer, the first choice, now agrees\n                     to accept. Accounts for spending of $50,000 for library and apparatus.\n                     References to Cummings \u0026amp; Hilliard, John P. Emmet, and Rufus King.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2218]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHenry St. George Tucker, P. P. Barbour, Dabney Carr, and William A. G. Dade\n                     having declined the law chair, Francis W. Gilmer, the first choice, now agrees\n                     to accept. Accounts for spending of $50,000 for library and apparatus.\n                     References to Cummings \u0026amp; Hilliard, John P. Emmet, and Rufus King.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2218]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHenry St. George Tucker, P. P. Barbour, Dabney Carr, and William A. G. Dade\n                     having declined the law chair, Francis W. Gilmer, the first choice, now agrees\n                     to accept. Accounts for spending of $50,000 for library and apparatus.\n                     References to Cummings \u0026amp; Hilliard, John P. Emmet, and Rufus King.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2218]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. reports that four men have declined the law professorship and Francis W.\n                     Gilmer has accepted. He accounts for the spending of $50,000, chiefly for the\n                     Library, books and apparatus.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter brought by Mr. Turner to T. J. Randolph. Payment of debt.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3075]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscusses qualifications of John Tayloe Lomax for the Professorship of Law at\n                     the University of Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW. A. G. Dade having declined law chair, has asked Visitors to authorize\n                     Gilmer's appointment. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2219]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSimon Willard to make University clock. To come to Charlottesville to install.\n                     Clock for University at Cambridge, Representatives' Chamber at Washington, and\n                     New York. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3076]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers sell mineral collection and library to University.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2220]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions and list of books for the University of Virginia library.\n                     Recommends use of Clarke's catalogue of law books (1819).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2221]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePayment for marble columns made for University by Giacomo Raggi and others.\n                     Requests an exact statement of balance due after bills of exchange remitted\n                     through Samuel Williams and Mr. Bailey. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2222]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefusing his offer to sell mineral collection. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2223]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForwarding a duplicate bill of exchange for purchase of University of Virginia\n                     anatomical apparatus. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2224]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApproves appointment of Francis W. Gilmer as professor of law.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2225]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts of Dr. Boswell, Gowan \u0026amp; Marx, and Bohn with the University of\n                     Virginia. Preparations for Francis Walker Gilmer as a member of the faculty.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2226]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVoid she has left at Monticello. Coolidges' trip through New York and New\n                     England parallels that made by T. J. and Madison in 1791. Good behavior of\n                     students at the University. Clock for the Rotunda. T. J.'s poor health.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2227]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas banked University's funds with Baring Brothers \u0026amp; Co. Bonnycastle's\n                     forfeited bond taken up with George Canning. References to Mr. Knowles,\n                     executor of the late Professor Bonnycastle, and to John Adams Smith, U. S.\n                     chargé in London. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2228]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrival in New York of marble bases and paving squares for the University and\n                     of chimney pieces for Monticello. Reference to Bernard Peyton.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2229]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComplaints regarding the encyclopedia and other books sent by Hilliard.\n                     Necessity for purchasing the best editions. Lack of texts for students.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2230]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of exchange by Kerr 8: Caskie on James Dunlop in favor of Thomas Tredway\n                     received and deposited with Baring Brothers \u0026amp; Co. Letters sent to Mr.\n                     Callaway and Peter Barlow. No word from George Canning on Charles Bonnycastle's\n                     bond. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2231]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill see to transferring marble capitals arrived on Brig Farnsworth from Thomas\n                     Appleton of Leghorn, Italy, to vessel for Richmond. Mentions Bernard Peyton.\n                     Notes on back by T. J. concerning tariff due. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2232]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFreight and duty on marble from Leghorn for the University of Virginia, shipped\n                     aboard the Sloop Eliza Allen, Captain Allen, to Bernard Peyton.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2233]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting that Visitors meet with him at Monticello prior to formal meeting,\n                     which his health will prevent his attending. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2234]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting that Visitors meet with him at Monticello prior to formal meeting,\n                     which his health will prevent his attending. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2234]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequesting that Visitors meet with him at Monticello prior to formal meeting,\n                     which his health will prevent his attending.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArrival of marble capitals in Boston. Duties payable at Boston and New York.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2235]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDuty on marble capitals for the University that have arrived at Boston.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2236]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends accurate statement of articles properly chargeable to library funds.\n                     Money put in Francis Walker Gilmer's hands not included. Requests statement of\n                     debts and funds on hand to pay them. Mentions Thomas Appleton, Henry A. S.\n                     Dearborn, John P. Emmet, and Cummings \u0026amp; Hilliard.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2237]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests estimate on cost of clock and bell for University.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2238]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuggests giving bond for duties on marble capitals, while petitioning Congress\n                     to remit duties. Lists insurance placed on columns and charges paid.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2239]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNot to call at Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3077]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Ideas on the subject of a meridian for the University.\" Mentions Observatory,\n                     Rotunda, and American Philosophical Society \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eTransactions\n                     \u003c/title\u003esent to University Librarian John V. Kean. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3078]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement of University debts and funds available to pay them and statement on\n                     the status of the Library fund from Proctor Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe petition requests the Board to divide the term and extend vacation,\n                     considering the \"inclement season at which the vacation occurs.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCovers letter from William J. Coffee, agreeing to reduce prices on cornices.\n                     Letter from Coffee to Brockenbrough, 25 September, on verso.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2240]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for numbers of students enrolled in each school for T. J.'s report to\n                     the Visitors. Figures noted at bottom by Brockenbrough for Professors\n                     Blaettermann, Bonnycastle, Dunglison, Emmet, Key, Long, and Tucker.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2241]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDunglison encloses a copy of the Faculty resolution requesting a \"vigilant and\n                     efficient police\" force to guard against disturbances such as the recent\n                     student riots.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolutions on the \"disgraceful and ungentlemanly riot of last night.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolution not to disclose names of student rioters to the Faculty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDuties on the marble received on the Ship Caroline for the University of\n                     Virginia. Reference to Bernard Peyton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2242]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegulations detail required conduct of students and rights and powers of the\n                     Board and the Faculty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering resignations, having lost confidence after student riot. (See Bruce,\n                        \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eHistory of the University of Virginia\u003c/title\u003e II 298\n                     ff.). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2243]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThree documents are copies made for T. J. confirming the expulsion of William\n                     L. Eyre, Robert A. Thompson and Wilson Miles Carey for their parts in the\n                     student riot. The fourth is a list of fourteen students and the penalties each\n                     received.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eKey and Long submit their resignations from the faculty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eKey and Long request clarification of the terms of their resignations.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends case of books for University, the invoice for which is enclosed. Problems\n                     involved in securing various editions of certain works. Hilliard unable to go\n                     abroad personally because commission lowered. Books enclosed for [M. W. D.]\n                     Jones and [Valentine] Southall. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2244]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDuties of the Proctor. Attorney-in-fact for the University responsible for\n                     property, breaches of the peace, trespasses by students or others on University\n                     grounds. Copy sent to Brockenbrough. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2245]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReimbursement of Henry A. S. Dearborn for the money advanced for the University\n                     of Virginia marble. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2246]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffers him the chair of law. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2247]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittances to Henry A. S. Dearborn, Boston, and Jonathan Thompson, New York,\n                     for duties and freight on the University marble. Request for copies of the\n                     printed enactments of the Board of Visitors, and for all the land deeds of the\n                     University. Instructions regarding construction. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2248]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGuaranteeing payment to Collector of Boston for capitals imported on Brig\n                     Farnsworth, J. Harmor Master. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2249]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrice for the University clock and bell. Student riot at the University. T.\n                     J.'s health. Greetings to Ellen. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2250]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMoney advanced by Thomas Appleton to one of the Raggi brothers.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2252]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEndorsed by T. J. 2 enclosures. Payment received for the marble capitals.\n                     Enclosures: bills from Henry Hovey \u0026amp; Co. and the Franklin Insurance Co.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2253]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDissensions at University of Virginia. Fears schism among professors. Poor\n                     health. Regards to Mr. and Mrs. Divers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3078-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommendation for a course of study in ancient and modern history. David\n                     Hume's bias in his History of England. Recommends Coke's Littleton as the best\n                     elementary work in law. Mentions Francis Walker Gilmer. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2254]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFrom the students, denying \"feelings of hostility and malevolence.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions regarding editions of various books for the library. Complaints by\n                     students and by George Blaettermann at lack of texts. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2255]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplains state of University funds. Mentions Joseph C. Cabell and John Hartwell\n                     Cocke. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2256]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApparatus for University of Virginia. Prices exceed some of Charles\n                     Bonnycastle's estimates. Mentions Rufus King. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2257]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eKey thanks t. J. for his kindness and attention to Key's friends during their\n                     visit to Monticello.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions relative to smoke houses and wood yards for the faculty, firewood\n                     for class rooms, student regulations, student accounts, and money remitted by\n                     Samuel Williams to Thomas Appleton. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2258]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiscipline restored at the University after student riot. News of the loss of\n                     Ellen's baggage received from John Hemings. Offers to give to Joseph Coolidge,\n                     Jr., the writing desk on which the Declaration of Independence was written.\n                     Clock for the University to be made by Mr. Willard when funds permit. Request\n                     that the Coolidge buy codfish, tongue, and cognac for him. References to\n                     Benjamin Waterhouse and George Ticknor. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2259]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccounts with [Martin] Dawson and Jonathan Thompson. Instructions regarding the\n                     building of smoke houses. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2260]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBooks to T. J. from Destutt de Tracy care of Mr. Connel. Brochure of French\n                     gentleman. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3078-c]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCondition of his health. Payment to Dunglison. The plan of a new medical school\n                     he encloses [not present] will show \"a specimen of our proficiency in the art\n                     of puffery.\" Mentions Hippocratus. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3079]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt of money for expenses incurred for the University of Virginia.\n                     (Attached is ALS 12 November from W. Dandridge, Bank of Virginia, to Arthur\n                     Spicer Brockenbrough regarding University of Virginia funds).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2261]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCard sent with writing desk, made by Ben Randall of Philadelphia, on which T.\n                     J. wrote the Declaration of Independence. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2262]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill accept no money. T. J.'s health. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3079-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNegotiations with Foreign Office re Charles Bonnycastle's bond successful.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3080]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVirginia will not be called upon for the forfeiture of Charles Bonnycastle's\n                     bond. Instruments ordered from Mr. Barlow. Reference to George Canning.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2263]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft on Mr. Raphael. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3081]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks Peale's opinion of Cornelius DeBreet of Baltimore as a possible teacher of\n                     landscape painting for University of Virginia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3081-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeath of his brother-in-law, Dr. Carter, prevents his attendance at Board of\n                     Visitors' meeting. New regulations at the University. References to John\n                     Hartwell Cocke, Thomas Cooper, Chapman Johnson, George Loyall, and [George]\n                     Tucker. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2264]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests information on terms of art professorship at University of Virginia,\n                     offered to him by Mr. Brown. Offers [Robert?] Greenhow, [David] Hossack,\n                     [James] Renwick, and [John] Trumbull as references. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2265]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions regarding professors' salaries, proctor's quarters and salary,\n                     store rooms, and a post office at the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2266]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRhubarb and magnesia. For severe pain, laudanum. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3082]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends dispatch from George Canning concerning the Bonnycastle bond, notice of\n                     which has been given to Peter Barlow. Mr. Warwick of Virginia to ship the\n                     apparatus for the University. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2267]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUsurpation of States rights by federal government. Federal court. Power over\n                     commerce, agriculture, and manufacture. Construction of roads and canals.\n                     Mentions John Quincy Adams, Federal party, and Hartford Convention. Progress of\n                     the University of Virginia, teaching of Latin, and University professors.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3082-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for copies of the last University of Virginia advertisement.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2268]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplies for position of librarian. Mentions Henry St. George Tucker.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2269]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragmentary draft of TB-2270; see below.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConveying title of University lands from the Proctor to Rector and Visitors.\n                     Four parcels of land formerly owned by John M. and Francis T. Perry, and by\n                     Daniel A. and Mary A. F. Piper. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2270]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvances to George Blaettermann, Charles Bonnycastle, Robley Dunglison, Thomas\n                     Hewett Key, and George Long from October through December 1824.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2271]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProfessors Long, Key, Emmet, Tucker, Blaettermann, Bonnycastle, and Dunglison.\n                     Tenants Edwin Conway, E. B. Chapman, Warner Minor, George W. Spotswood, John\n                     Gray, and John D. Richeson. Builders James Dinsmore, James Oldham, Mr. Nelson,\n                     Richard Ware, John M. Perry, and John Neilson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3084]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubjects to be taught. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3085]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElevation, two plans, and section. Construction began in 1826. (See Bruce,\n                        \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eUniversity of Virginia,\u003c/title\u003e , I, 269).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-365, K-29]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-364]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDrawn by John Neilson. For the history and various states of this and other\n                     prints, see Betts, \"Ground Plans and Prints,\" pp. 81-90. There are seven other\n                     copies at the University of Virginia (21 x 18 3/4; 21 3/4 x 19 1/4; and about\n                     21 3/4 x 19 in.) \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-385]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor the academic year 1825-1826. List of professors on verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIs weakened in body and mind by infirmities. States' rights usurped by the\n                     Federal Government. References to the South Carolina Resolutions, Van Buren's\n                     motion, and Baylies' proposition. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2275]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eImpossible to cut the composite capitals for thirty dollars each.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn P. Emmet will answer his enquiries concerning art position at University.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2272]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. writes to Short about contacting Mr. [Herman] Böÿe\n                     about the return of his \"fine Borda's Circle of Reflection\" and his best\n                     telescope, since he has given them to the University of Virginia.\n                     Böÿe was in Philadelphia \"attending the engraver of his map\"\n                     of Virginia for which Jefferson had lent the instruments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlacement of the temporary bell. Book shelves needed. University\n                     advertisements. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2273]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMadison writes regarding the qualifications of a Mr. Walls for Drawing Master\n                     at the University and the unlikelihood that he would come since his position in\n                     New York was more remunerative. He mentions Jefferson's suggestions to John\n                     Patten Emmet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks requirements for entering senior class. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2274]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFederal powers better contained by South Carolina resolutions, Van Buren's\n                     motions, and Francis Baylies' propositions than by action of state of Virginia.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3085-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. discusses the students and professors at the University, encloses a copy\n                     of the University laws and terms of board and tuition [not present], and closes\n                     with his family's remembrances and best wishes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends references from Charles Hill and John Wood as candidate for office of\n                     librarian. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2276]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eApplies for position of librarian to defray his expenses as student.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2277]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends catalog of instruments for sale, including telescope made by William\n                     Herschel. New York Athenaeum also interested. Enclosure: catalog.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2278]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eQualifications of P. P. Barbour, William A. C. Dade, William Preston, William\n                     C. Rives, [John?] Robertson, and Dabney Terrell for the law professorship.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2280]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCircular on law professor at University of Virginia. Thomas Jefferson Randolph\n                     is at legislature regarding T. J.'s debts and disposal of property. Asks\n                     Cabell's help. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3085-b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses circular [not present] concerning candidates for the law professorship and asks Cabell to share the letter with other members of the \n              Board to save writing multiple copies. Discusses the petition to the General Assembly for permission to sell his property at auction. \n              Suggests the extension to the University of the Riot Act of 1786 for purposes of maintaining discipline. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2279]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDr. Robley Dunglison forbids his visiting Gilmer. Urges him to take care of\n                     himself. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2281]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConference between George Loyall, Chapman Johnson, and Cabell regarding delay\n                     in the appointment of a law professor. Action regarding the William and Mary\n                     Bill. Conference regarding T. J.'s debts. References to Judge Francis T.\n                     Brooke, Judge Dabney Carr, Judge John Coalter, Judge John W. Green, and John T.\n                     Lemare. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2282]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOffering temporary appointment as librarian, replacing John V. Kean. Outlines\n                     duties. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2283]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWines: Bergasses, Ledanon, Lienoux, Scuppernong, claret from Richmond, virgin\n                     oil of Aix, Muscat de Rivesalte, macaroni, and anchovies.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3086]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeeting of T. J.'s friends in support of the lottery. David S. Garland's bill\n                     for educational funds. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2284]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProgress of the bill to permit the Jefferson lottery. Kindness of Judges\n                     Brooke, Cabell, Green, and Carr. [In the University Carr-Cary Papers there is a\n                     letter dated 24 March 1826, C. J. Carr to Messrs. Dobbin, Murphy, and Bose,\n                     requesting publication of an article signed John Hancock, requesting aid for\n                     Mr. Jefferson, benefactor of the people of the United States].\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2285]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWith no hope of further funds from General Assembly, has instructed\n                     Brockenbrough to reserve all funds for library in Rotunda and for anatomical\n                     theatre. Likelihood that Congress will not remit duties on marble columns.\n                     Establishment of secondary schools throughout the state. Necessity of an annual\n                     report on the primary schools from each county. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2286]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAction of the General Assembly concerning his bankruptcy. Possibility of moving\n                     to Bedford County, selling Monticello. Disclaims letter appearing in Richmond\n                     Enquirer signed \"An American Citizen\", which declares he feels the legislature\n                     has been niggardly toward the University. Mentions James Madison.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2287]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegislation on Jefferson Lottery. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3087]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetters from Peter Barlow and Rufus King. Encloses copy [present] of LS, George\n                     Canning to Rufus King on subject of Bonnycastle's bond. Mentions George Canning\n                     and British government. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3088]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s plan for location of colleges throughout the state better than that of\n                     David S. Garland. Motion made by George Loyall regarding T. J.'s lottery.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2288]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExpressing his affection for T. J. R.'s part in giving him a happy life. Gloom\n                     about future prospects with his debts not covered by assets. His misfortunes\n                     due to fluctuations in value of money and to long farming depression. Regrets\n                     that his family, especially Martha, should be turned out penniless. (On same\n                     sheet: T. J. Randolph, Tufton, Va., to Dabney Carr, Baltimore, 18 July 1826,\n                     concerning the publication of this letter from Jefferson to make clear to the\n                     public the reason for the Jefferson lottery, with a suggested introduction by\n                     N. P. Trist. Letter contains discussion of his own financial difficulties.)\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2289]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAction in the Assembly with regard to T. J.'s lottery. Bill to establish\n                     colleges throughout the state. References to James Madison, Chapman Johnson,\n                     and Hampden-Sydney College. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2290]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses Warwick's account for instruments. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2291]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSecondary education bill. Grateful for the efforts of his friends on the\n                     lottery bill, especially for the report of the Committee of Finance.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2292]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J.'s lottery bill. Bill to establish colleges throughout the state.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2293]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePassage of T. J.'s lottery bill, with list of the votes of the senators. Bill\n                     for establishment of colleges throughout the state. Reference to Samuel Taylor.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2294]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAssurances that he retains his schoolboy affections for James Maury. T. J.'s\n                     health broken and faculties impaired. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2295]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends John T. Lomax of Fredericksburg for law professorship vacated by\n                     death of Francis Walker Gilmer. Lists qualifications, including graduation from\n                     William and Mary. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2296]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSame subject as letter this date to Jefferson. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2297]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn verso, certification, 1826 March 21, of the accuracy of the plat and the\n                     appraisal of the land's value by Nimrod Bramham, James Lindsay, and John M.\n                     Perry; attested by John R. Jones.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill to remit duties on marble columns approved by Ways and Means Committee of\n                     the House of Representatives. Expects eventual passage of bill.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2298]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends John T. Lomax of Fredericksburg for law professorship.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2299]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTo his grandson, Francis Eppes, a portion of the Poplar Forest tract. All other\n                     property is subject to payment of debts, with the residue after payment going\n                     to Thomas J. Randolph, Nicholas P. Trist, and Alexander Garrett for the support\n                     of Martha Jefferson Randolph and her heirs. Nothing to Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., to ensure that the assets will not go for payment of his debts. Thomas\n                     Jefferson Randolph is appointed sole executor, Trist and Garrett to act in the\n                     event of Thomas Jefferson Randolph's death. Codicil dated 17 March gives a gold\n                     watch to each grandchild, freedom to his slaves, Burwell, John Hemings, and Joe\n                     Fosset. Madison Hemings and Eston Hemings apprenticed to John Hemings until the\n                     age of 21 when they are to receive their freedom. To Thomas Jefferson Randolph\n                     a silver watch, and all his business and literary papers; to the University of\n                     Virginia his library, with a portion of it going to Nicholas P. Trist and\n                     Joseph Coolidge, Jr.; to James Madison a walking stick. Recommends to his\n                     daughter the care of her aunt, Anna Scott Marks. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2300]\u003c/bibref\u003e,\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3089]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTaking catalogue to faculty meeting. Dispensary. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3090]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSends cuttings from the Taliaferro apple. Thanks for the piano, brandy, fish,\n                     tongues, and sounds. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2301]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing his grandson, Thomas J. Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2302]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing his grandson, Thomas J. Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2302]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends Gen. [Briscoe G.?] Baldwin for law professorship. Distinguished\n                     figure at the bar, highly successful in the army, political views acceptable\n                     (i.e., Republican). \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2303]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing his grandson, Thomas J. Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2304]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIntroducing his grandson, Thomas J. Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2304]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of statement of receipts and expenditures of the University made for T. J.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2305]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequest for more detailed information regarding books to be ordered for the\n                     University Library. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2306]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. gives the age and mother of the slave children he had vaccinated and\n                     notes that \"not one took.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBalance of $6.51 due for cloth, scissors and needles purchased\n                     between 1823 November 4 and 1825 May 31.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegarding the composite capitals offered by Philip Sturtevant. Originally\n                     enclosed 1825 January 1 and 1826 Jun 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpotswood writes concerning the \"uncomfortable tenement\" he occupies at the\n                     University, \"lapses in slaves,\" and the sickness of his family \"produced from\n                     the situation of the yard drains.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEmmet encloses two reports of faculty committees. Report A, D. 4 pp., by\n                     Professors Bonneycastle, Tucker and Emmet concerns the need for police at the\n                     University. Report B, D. 4 pp., by Professors Key, Long and Blaettermann,\n                     concerns enactments of the faculty in response to student disturbances.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSuggestions for graduate requirements in the School of Anatomy and\n                     Medicine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReasons for his objections to the creation of a president of the University.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2307]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgrees to consult with T. J. regarding irregular practices of the University\n                     students. Reference to Alexander Garrett. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2308]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAction of the Board of Visitors regarding diplomas and the University code of\n                     regulations. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2309]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommendations concerning buildings and grounds: drainage, offal depots,\n                     replacement of timber used during construction, macadamizing roads. Mentions\n                     Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough, Robley Dunglison, and George W. Spotswood.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2310]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends use of lap boards instead of tables in elliptical lecture room in\n                     the Rotunda to give room for more students. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2311]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Wirt declined office proposed to him. John T. Lomax has accepted law\n                     professorship. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2312]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSupport in New York and Boston weak. Lottery should succeed. Will write from\n                     Philadelphia. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3091]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions regarding setting up of a school of botany with plans for a\n                     botanical garden. Correa de Serra recommended course combining Linnaeus and\n                     Jussieu. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2313]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNumber 1936, issued at Richmond. Signed by Yates \u0026amp; McIntyre for the\n                     managers, John Brockenborough (sic), Philip N. Nicholas, and Richard Anderson.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2314]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNumber 1919, issued at Richmond. Signed by Yates \u0026amp; McIntyre for the\n                     managers, John Brockenborough (sic), Philip N. Nicholas, and Richard Anderson.\n                     Wm. Grattan, printer. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2314]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNumber 4326, issued at Richmond. Signed by Yates \u0026amp; McIntyre for the\n                     managers, John Brockenborough (sic), Philip N. Nicholas, and Richard Anderson.\n                     Wm. Grattan, printer. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2314]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNumbers 4303, 4304, 4305, 4306, 4308, 4310, 4311, 4312, 4313, 4314, 4315, 4316,\n                     4317, 4318, 4319, 4320, 4321, 4322, 4323, 4324, 4334, 4335, 4336, 4337, 4338,\n                     4339, 4340, 4341, 4345, 4346, 4347, 4348, 4349, 4350, issued at Richmond.\n                     Signed by Yates and McIntyre for the managers, John Brockenborough (sic),\n                     Philip N. Nicholas, and Richard Anderson. Wm. Grattan, printer.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3091-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStating that T. J. will accept money raised by subscription for his relief. In\n                     the same hand, notice of a meeting in Exchange Hall, [Richmond?] for the\n                     purpose of relief for T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2315]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubscribers pledged funds to be at the disposal of the General Committee\n                     appointed for relief of T. J. at a meeting of citizens of New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNecessity of making payment to Henry A. S. Dearborn, Collector of Boston.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2316]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions regarding the setting up of the capitals, repairing leaky roofs,\n                     plastering, and making of library tables. References to Mr. Broke (i. e. A. H.\n                     Brooks), a tin worker, and to John Hartwell Cocke. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2317]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRefers him to Professors Thomas H. Key and Charles Bonnycastle in regard to\n                     possible use of his mathematics book as a text at the University. Orders a copy\n                     for himself. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2318]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommending Harrison for professorship of French and Spanish at the University\n                     of North Carolina. This copy made in 1827 when Harrison was considered for post\n                     at University of Virginia. On the same sheet are extracts of letters from James\n                     Madison to George Long, n.d., and George Ticknor to James Madison, 1827\n                     November 9. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2319]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePassage of bill remitting duties paid on marble columns. Separate post office\n                     for University approved. Mentions Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2320]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDissatisfied with conditions of University. Lists matters needing attention:\n                     Rotunda leaks; water supply inadequate because of pipe problems; gas lights\n                     needed; remission of duties on columns; botanical garden; clock. Mentions John\n                     P. Emmet and Mr. Ziegler. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2321]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDissatisfied with conditions of University. Lists matters needing attention:\n                     Rotunda leaks; water supply inadequate because of pipe problems; gas lights\n                     needed; remission of duties on columns; botanical garden; clock. Mentions John\n                     P. Emmet and Mr. Ziegler. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2321]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests consultation with Cocke and Alexander Garrett regarding University\n                     papers. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2322]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstimate of resources and expenses of the University 1826-1828, with references\n                     to 1829-1831. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2323]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions regarding work on the University's Rotunda, clock and bell,\n                     macadamizing roads, water supply, botanical garden, purchasing of chemicals and\n                     gas lights for Dr. Emmet's use, and copy of enactments for each student.\n                     Penciled annotations by Brockenbrough of cost of various items. Includes a\n                     sketch for measuring \"the tympanum of the portico of the Rotunda\" for a clock\n                     and bell. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2324, N-555]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCongress suspended tax on marble; Mr. Willard's work on University clock. Dial\n                     plate in Boston. Well driller. Student conduct. Probably included Item 3093.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3092]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInstructions for the making of the University clock by Mr. Willard.\n                     University's need for a workman who can bore for water to immense depths.\n                     Student discipline. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2325]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProbably a draft for an enclosure in Item 3092. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3093]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews of the neighborhood. Greetings to Cornelia Randolph.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2326]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Willard's work on clock. Bell. Received desk on which Declaration of\n                     Independence was written. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3094]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEncloses bond [not present] for duties on the marble capitals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[Simon] Willard to construct clock and purchase bell for the University.\n                     Remittance to be made through Joseph Coolidge, Jr. of Boston.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2327]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e[Simon] Willard to construct clock and purchase bell for the University.\n                     Remittance to be made through Joseph Coolidge, Jr. of Boston.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2327]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemittance for Mr. Willard, clockmaker. Greetings to Ellen Coolidge.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2328]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2329]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSickroom notes on verso, dated July 1, 2, 3, purported to detail T. J.'s last\n                     illness. Endorsed by N. P. Trist. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3094-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eA Death-Bed Adieu.\u003c/title\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2383]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAsks about requirements for diploma in Greek.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnnouncing death of Jefferson. Burial plans. Reactions of Martha Randolph and\n                     the rest of the family. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2330]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT. J. debts to James Lyle, Opie Norris through Higginbotham, Andrei Pinni as\n                     heir to Mazzei, Hiram Saunder, A. Robertson of Lynchburg, James Leitch,\n                     Richmond banks, Ludlow of New York, and T. J. Randolph. Total: $107,273.63. T.\n                     J. Randolph debts to William and Mary College, Richmond and Lynchburg banks,\n                     Kirby's executor, Norton's executor, Literary Fund, John Neilson, Robert Davis.\n                     Total $61,064.25. Mentions Marshall, Pantops, and Welks.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3095]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePossibly in the hand of Martha Jefferson Randolph. See \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2383]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2331]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3096]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy Cornelia J. Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-563]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3097]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eValuation of slaves (including Sally Hemings at fifty dollars), livestock, farm\n                     tools, and carriages, made after Jefferson's death, mentioning omission of five\n                     slaves freed by T. J.'s will. In at least two hands. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2332]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned by the appraisers Reuben Lindsay, John H. Craven, and Martin Dawson, and recorded by Alexander Garrett on 1826 Nov. 6. With appointment of appraisers, 1826 August 7, recorded by Garrett; and appraisers' oath, 1826 October 4, sworn before John M. Perry and Martin Dawson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArchibald Robinson, William Gough and Henry L. Langhorne. With 1826 August 7,\n                     appointment and 1826 December 13, qualification of appraisers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn M. Perry, Reuben Lindsay, Jr. and John H. Craven. With 1827 January 13\n                     oath of John M. Perry as appraiser.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBalance of $17.22 due for items purchased 1826-1827.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExplanatory note dated Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3100]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipts from sale held at Monticello, 1827, following T. J.'s death, including\n                     slaves, furniture, art, china, and land. Purchasers include relatives and\n                     friends Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Thomas Jefferson Randolph, Cornelia\n                     Randolph, Nicholas Philip Trist, Joseph Coolidge, Charles Bankhead, John Wayles\n                     Eppes and Edward Coles; University of Virginia professors Charles Bonnycastle\n                     and George Blaettermann; and local residents and business associates Craven\n                     Peyton, John M. Perry, Peachey R. Gilmer, Charles Everett, and Martin Dawson.\n                  \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA list of bonds by William Nekervis credited to the estate of T.J. and received\n                     for collection from Alexander Garrett.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for 1823 January 1-1827 January 1. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3100-a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBalance of $19.76 due for items purchased in 1827.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Short, Col. Lewis, Peter Carr, Mr. Wingfield, Mr. Stewart, Mr. Brown, Mr.\n                     Carr, Mr. McLung, Mr. McDowell, Mr. Mathews, F. Eppes, and Mr. Crawford.\n                     Addition in childish hand of T. J. Randolph. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3101]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNames 126 paintings, sculptures, medals, and other art works, often with\n                     artists and sources. Subjects are chiefly religious, classical, mythological,\n                     and historical. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3102]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNames 48 paintings and art works, often with artists and sources. Subjects are\n                     chiefly religious, classical, mythological, and historical.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3103]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExecuted between James T. and Julia Ann Barclay and Uriah Phillips Levy.\n                     Recorded by Ira [?] Garrett, Clerk of Albemarle County Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA list of drawings by T. J. deposited at the University of Virginia. Randolph\n                     asks Carter to turn over the drawings to Mansfield White who \"wishes to take\n                     them to the New York office \u0026amp; compare them with the list left there.\"\n                     The list is signed by Richard Mansfield White 1898 April 2 acknowledging\n                     receipt of the drawings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-436]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-561]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElevation shows arches on first floor and wood columns above. Possibly another\n                     study for N-374. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-377]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProbably studies for University of Virginia, not by Jefferson, possibly by\n                     General John Hartwell Cocke; see his letter of May 3, 1819, to Jefferson.)\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-374]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePossibly another study for N-374. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-375]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWriting not by Jefferson, perhaps John Neilson. A study of rendering.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-497]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHas notes by T. J. at foot on method of drawing an octagon, and demonstration\n                     on verso. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3168]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSaid to have belonged to T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3146]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-499]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAuthenticated in unidentified hand. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-562]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn unidentified hand on lettercover addressed to T. J. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3112]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn verso of lettercover postmarked n.y. February 14. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3159]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-505]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePossibly another study for N-374. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-376]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions Norton and Col. Nicholas. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3171]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-433]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScale of equivalent weights. On verso: version of song, \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eBumpers Squire Jones,\u003c/title\u003e in hand of Martha\n                     Randolph. (See \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eGentlemen's Magazine,\u003c/title\u003e XIV 612).\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2333]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes a note regarding Mr. Dinsmore. During the recent restoration, Milton\n                     Grigg, the architect, found a beam with Dinsmore's name written on it.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-188]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2335]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFredericksburg, Richmond, and Lynchburg. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3148]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-351b]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-351a]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3170]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlthough Jefferson has been credited frequently with the authorship of a\n                     ballad, The King of France, this copy is a fragment of an old English ballad,\n                     Valentine and Ursine or Valentine and Orson, which is printed in Bishop Thomas\n                     Percy's Reliques of Ancient English Poetry as number 12 in his 3rd series, book\n                     3. In his catalogue of 1783, Jefferson lists Percy's work as one of the volumes\n                     he intended to purchase. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2334]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3153]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2337, N-556]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2338]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRough drafts, finished plans, and specifications for various buildings. \u003clb\u003e\u003c/lb\u003eA.\n                     Two-story building. Elevation, first and second floor plans. Pen drawings, ink\n                     wash. Marked \"Plan C\". \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2336, N-376]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRough drafts, finished plans, and specifications for various buildings. \u003clb\u003e\u003c/lb\u003eB.\n                     Three-story building. Elevation, three floor plans. Pen drawings, ink wash.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2336, N-374]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRough drafts, finished plans, and specifications for various buildings. \u003clb\u003e\u003c/lb\u003eC.\n                     Five floor plans; pencil sketches with ink specifications, showing varying\n                     arrangements of centrally located circular and elliptical rooms. Perhaps\n                     drawings for unidentified residences; or tentative sketches proposed for the\n                     Capitol and Governor's House in Richmond (actually constructed from other\n                     plans); or more probably sketches for the President's House in Washington, made\n                     in preparation for anonymous submission of an entry in the competition\n                     announced by the Commissioners of Federal Buildings, 1792. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2336,\n                        N-409, N-410]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRough drafts, finished plans, and specifications for various buildings. \u003clb\u003e\u003c/lb\u003eD.\n                     First and second floor plans for a square residence with north and south\n                     porticoes, wings connected to the main building by arcades; ink drawings.\n                     Students of Jeffersonian architecture have identified these drawings as (1)\n                     tentative studies for the President's House and (2) tentative studies for the\n                     Governor's House at Richmond. (See Fiske Kimball's article cited above). It may\n                     be noted that the one parlor shown occupies less than one ninth of the first\n                     floor, which is largely occupied by bedrooms, a nursery, etc.--a much simpler\n                     plan than that of the Governor's House at Williamsburg--suggesting that this\n                     plan may be for an unidentified country residence. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2336, N-281,\n                        N-282]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRough drafts, finished plans, and specifications for various buildings. \u003clb\u003e\u003c/lb\u003eE.\n                     Floor plan and cross section of elevation of a residence. Elevation labeled\n                     \"Thos. Jefferson Archt. Longitudinal Section. Robt. Mills delr.\" Ink drawings\n                     showing details of interior. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2336, N-412, N-413]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRough drafts, finished plans, and specifications for various buildings. \u003clb\u003e\u003c/lb\u003eF.\n                     See [7] and [1516] above for drawings of Monticello and Poplar Forest.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2336]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3163]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3164]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoem.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSine, cosine, tangent, and cotangent tables on recto. More tables with\n                     triangular forms on verso. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3165]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3130]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3131, N-557]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3133, N-559]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMethod for tuning harpsichord. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3155]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMethod of cosecants. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3167]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3173]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eThe Adieu,\u003c/title\u003e\u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eLove and Opportunity,\u003c/title\u003e\u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eThe Pleasures of the Town,\u003c/title\u003e\u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eMinuet de la cour,\u003c/title\u003e\u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eAir de l'Epreuve villageoise,\u003c/title\u003e and \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eMoney Musk.\u003c/title\u003e\u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3150]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNot titled. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3151]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3113]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWith two sketches of this device for protecting young plants. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3107,\n                        N-576]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2339]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists slaves who are diggers of this trench. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3108]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey of a road, partly on lands of N. M. \u003cpersname normal=\"Lewis\"\u003eL[ewis]\u003c/persname\u003e. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3104]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions river, Monticello, and Montalto with [barometric readings?] at each\n                     site. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3149]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3106]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2340]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn verso of similar notes in unidentified hand. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3109, N-564]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpirits, whiskey, salt, brown sugar, white sugar, tea, coffee, cotton, and\n                     candles. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3110]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnglish and French measurements. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3111]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3114]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3115]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3116]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions London, Paris, and Fry-Jefferson map. On verso are notes on winds,\n                     comparing Williamsburg and Monticello. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3117]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOriginal unknown. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[2341]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3118]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePerhaps index to mathematics book. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3120]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes formula for correction of instrumental error. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3169]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnidentified. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3140]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMr. Harrison's mill and Woodson's Ferry. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3132, N-558]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3135, N-526-B]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3134, N-560]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eTweed Side\u003c/title\u003e and \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"doublequote\" href=\"\"\u003eTo Maggy My Love I Did Tell.\u003c/title\u003e\u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3152]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-370]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnidentified. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3142]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnidentified. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3143]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3136, N-526-D]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3137, N-526-C]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3138, N-526-E]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnidentified. \n                     \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3142, N-526-F]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnidentified. \n                     \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3143, N-526-G]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnidentified. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3144]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMonticello, Carter's Bridge, Warren Ferry, Gibson's gate, Raleigh, Mrs.\n                     Flood's, H. Flood's, Hunter's, Candler's, Limestone Bridge, Poplar Forest,\n                     Campbell Court House, Flat Creek, Waterlick, Turnpike, my road, western gate,\n                     and Poplar Forest house. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3147]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of letter in unidentified hand. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3156]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMentions Congressional campaign. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3123]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand and slave sales. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3124]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScientific discussion. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3125]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePerhaps wrappers. \"1st day: plat\" and \"to be decyphered.\"\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3162]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-367, K-31]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDrawn by John Neilson? \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-353, K-Pl. 17]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-372]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-333]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSpecifications on back. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-381]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-380]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSee N-305, N-306, and N-366. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-369]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePerhaps a study by to Mills to teach Cornelia J. Randolph rendering.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-502]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-378]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-379]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-373]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes one franked by William Wirt as Attorney General of U.S.\n                        \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3157]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3158]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\n              \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3160]\u003c/bibref\u003e\n            \u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCare of Mr. Brown. \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[3161]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Candidates for Professorships\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOwned by T. J.?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostmarked July 12.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e23 entries from \"W. Harvie's book of the estate's accounts\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFirst line: \"Last Valentine's day when bright Phoebus shone clear\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn Italian. \"La Primavera\" and \"La Partenza\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e5 yards wide check, 1 large and 2 small hair brooms.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"[not?] to have reason, and to have it useless and...employed, is nearly the\n                     same.\" At the bottom of T. J.'s note is a note pencilled in another hand\n                     \"Written by Thomas Jefferson and left by him (?) between these leaves.\n                     H.A.W.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFirst line begins: \"Today he puts forth the tender leaves of hope ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRemoved from T. J.'s copy of \u003ctitle type=\"simple\" render=\"italic\" href=\"\"\u003eDictionnaire\n                        raisonné universel d'histoire naturelle\u003c/title\u003e\u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e(McGregor A 1767 .V34)\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMileage from various points in upper right; unidentified hand. \n                     \u003cbibref type=\"simple\" href=\"\"\u003e[N-526-A]\u003c/bibref\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn T.J.'s hand addressed to New Hampshire Governor, William Plumer, at Epping, N.H.; free franked by T. J. in upper left, with \"Milton, Va. 24 July\" \n           written in the upper right in an unidentified hand; the letters \"RWW\" within a rectangular box are stamped above; remnant of red wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e"],"scopecontent_tesim":["Deeds, plats, patents, and other legal papers concerning lands in Albemarle,\n                     Fluvanna, Goochland, Henrico, and Powhatan Counties, several of which establish\n                     the chain of title to Edgehill. Deeds for land owned by the Randolph Family\n                     (Richard Randolph, Jr., Thomas Mann Randolph, Thomas Jefferson Randolph), the\n                     Eppes Family (Francis Eppes, Richard Eppes, and William Eppes), and the\n                     Nicholas Family (John Nicholas, George Nicholas, and Robert Carter Nicholas.)\n                     Jefferson items are more fully calendared under dates 6 June 1751 and 29 March\n                     1762.  [1]","Power of attorney, acknowledged before Henry Wood, Clerk.  [2]","Deed for 3 acres of land in Goochland County. This deed was executed on the\n                     same day as one from Randolph to Jefferson, the payment in the latter being\n                     \"Henry Wetherburn's biggest bowl of Arrack punch\".  [3]","Marriage bond for £50 signed by Peter Jefferson and countersigned by\n                     Arthur Hopkins, void if there be lawful cause to obstruct Jefferson's marriage\n                     with Jane Randolph.  [4]","Original map of the Virginia-North Carolina boundary to show the extension of\n                     William Byrd's survey of 1728 from Peter's Creek to Steep Rock Creek, as\n                     surveyed in 1749 by Joshua Fry and Peter Jefferson.  The legend, and\n                     presumably the entire drawing, is in the hand of Peter Jefferson. No other\n                     original map of the line of 1749 is known, but a \"tracing\" (preliminary draft?)\n                     of this boundary line, with an almost identical legend but in a different hand,\n                     is owned by the U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey, Washington, D. C. (E. G. Swem,\n                     Maps Relating to Virginia . . . p. 58).  [6]","Two plats of same date for 11,777 and 1,790 acres of land on branches of Black\n                     Water, and on Tomahawk and Rock Castle creeks, respectively, of Black Water, a\n                     tributary of the Fluvanna (James) River in Albemarle (later Bedford) County,\n                     Va. Both surveyed for Thomas Ballow, William Dawson, Joshua Fry, Peter\n                     Jefferson, Charles Lynch, and Thomas Turpin. Indicate lands owned by\n                     Blankenship, Chetwood, Samuel Cobbs, Jr., Nicholas Davies, John Dawson, Francis\n                     Galloway, James, Hardwick, Benjamin Johnson, Thomas Meriwether, Rev. Mr. Stith,\n                     Richard Tullos, G. Walton, and John Wayles. First plat attested by Daniel\n                     Smith, Albemarle County Surveyor; second amended by T. J. with notes on\n                     sequence of titles.  [7], N-255, N-269","Indicates lots belonging to T. J.  [8]","Consent for the marriage of Daniel Scott to Anna Randolph, daughter of Isham\n                     Randolph. Peter Jefferson was her nearest male relative. Witnessed by Richard\n                     Amis, Elizabeth LeVillian, and John Woodson.  [9]","Provides for division of his home property and farms in Albemarle County (on\n                     the Rivanna and Hardware rivers), land on the Mississippi River, slaves, and\n                     money among his wife, Jane; his daughters, Jane, Elizabeth Martha and Lucy; and\n                     his sons, Thomas and Randolph. Thomas is to receive a portion of the slaves,\n                     his choice of the lands, and the residue of the estate Executors named are\n                     Peter Randolph, Thomas Turpin, John Nicholas, Dr. Thomas Walker, and John\n                     Harvie.  [10]","The bottom half of an account book page, possibly listing taxes, notes that\n                     sums for Alexander Mackie, Edward Carter and Samuel Spencer, were paid by Peter\n                     Jefferson. ","Lists books, furniture, personal effects, plantation equipment, slaves, and\n                     livestock, valued at more than £2400, on Peter Jefferson's property\n                     lying on the Rivanna River and its branches; appraisal made by Charles Lewis,\n                     Jr., John Henderson, and Thomas Smith.  [11]","Royal grant, issued by the Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, of 380 acres in\n                     Albemarle County (later Bedford) on the branches of Tomahawk Creek and\n                     Blackwater, adjoining the Rev. Mr. Stith's land.  [12]","John Harvie's accounts for family and planation expenses totaling\n                     £1489, account for tobacco crops, and an account with the Surveyor's\n                     Office of Albemarle County totaling £351.  [13]","Words and translation of \"Ohne Lieb und ohne Wein\" and \"Falle doch auf Doris\n                     Augenlieder\", music by Mr. Fleischer of Brunswick. A painfully literal\n                     translation, probably a student exercise at James Maury's or William and Mary.\n                         [14]","Survey of the Manor of Greenway Court, a tract of 8840 acres in Frederick\n                     County granted to Martin by Thomas Lord Fairfax, made in connection with the\n                     lawsuit of Thomas B. Martin vs. Peter Wolf, defendant in an ejection suit.\n                     (Perhaps used after 1762 in an early case, not listed in T. J.'s Case Book.)\n                         [15]","Lists his misfortunes: his pocketbook, silk garters and new minuets eaten by\n                     rats; his watch and Rebecca Burwell's picture ruined by water. Her image\n                     prevents his getting to old Coke. Asks news of deaths, courtships, marriages.\n                     Greetings to Alice Corbin, Rebecca Burwell, and \"Sukey\" Potter. Is now near\n                     Shadwell.  [16]","Royal grant, issued by the Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, of 950 acres in\n                     Albemarle County in the fork of the Rivanna River. Mentions Cunningham's tract,\n                     John Webb, Richard Perkins.  [17]","Copy of surveyor's courses in deed for 380-acre tract in Albemarle (later\n                     Bedford) County.  [18]","Regarding \"Belinda\" (Rebecca Burwell Ambler)","Notes on legal cases and fees including one for William Byrd; proposed and\n                     completed activities; purchases; subscriptions received for the  Virginia Gazette  and the  Gentlemen's Magazine ; Greek and Latin phrases; house specifications\n                     (Monticello?); wine cellar contents; canal measurements; clavichord\n                     specifications; and the  Virginia Almanack  for\n                     1770 annotated with court and General Assembly sessions.","I. 23 pages, 1767 August 19-1770 June 30, T. J.'s personal accounts in his\n                     hand. II. 26 pages, 1786-1792 June 21: \"The Est. of Thomas Jefferson Esqr. in\n                     Account with Nicholas Lewis\" in unidentified hand. III. 68 pages, 1783-1791,\n                     accounts of various persons with T. J.'s estate in unidentified hand, with 1\n                     page of Martha Carr's account in T. J.'s hand. IV. fragment (p. 659) in T. J.'s\n                     hand. V. 3 pages, \"Alphabet to all accounts from J. Key's superintendence to\n                     Mr. Lewis's inclusive,\" in T. J.'s hand. VI. 1 page, \"Alphabet to the\n                     Merchant's accounts\" in T. J.'s hand. VII. 10 pages, 1794-1797, accounts for\n                     the \"Nailery\" in unidentified hand. VIII. Other later accounts and sketches by\n                     members of the Randolph family.  [2341-a]","Legal studies of Phillip Turpin. Building of Monticello. Will visit Turpin on\n                     way to Williamsburg.  [2342]","Advice, in a case shared with John Blair, on land surveys, patents, and claims.\n                     Mentions Mr. Benson, Mr. Green, Mr. Harrison, Mr. Sevear (Sevier?), Mr. and\n                     Mrs. James Wood, and Colonel Wood.  [19]","Recorded 5 May 1770 by Ben Waller, Clerk. Witnessed by Robert Carter Nicholas,\n                     Edmund Pendleton, and James Mercer. Bruce Family Manuscripts.  Deed,\n                     Harrison to Coles, conveying 1020 acres of land on the Dan River (the Berry\n                     Hill tract), formerly the property of William Byrd and sold to Richard Bland 16\n                     April 1751. Drafted by Jefferson.  [20]","Upper portion of draft of preliminary report on parliamentary rules and procedures. See #10803-a, below, for lower portion.","Lower portion of draft of preliminary report on parliamentary rules and procedures. See #10803, above, for upper portion.","Front elevation showing double porches; first floor plan.  [2343;\n                        N-46]","Lists Garner's, McDowell's, Stribling's Spring, Crawford, Laporte, Mrs.\n                     Berry's, Hodge's, Bell's, Kincaid's, Lange's, Harnest's at Panther Gap,\n                     Cloverdale, Bratton's, Williams's Spring, Scotchtown, Fawcet's, Shaw's,\n                     McLung's, and Dry Branch Gap.  [2344]","Lists McLung, Shaw's, Fawcet's, Scotchtown, Cloverdale, Lange, [Kincaid's?],\n                     Hodges, McDowell, Staunton, Waynesboro, Morrison's, Yancey, Hardings, Wood's.\n                         [2345]","Lists furnishings for Monticello, some to be gotten from Phillip Mazzei. Cost\n                     of Shadwell locks. Prices at mill. Bricks needed to complete Monticello.\n                         [2346]","re: legal advice","re: some law books Turpin has for sale and offering to purchase \"Hawkins's\n                     pleas of the crown.\" [William Hawkins, 1673-1746, Treatise of the Pleas of the\n                     Crown.] He also mentions his lack of free time because of his attendance at the\n                     Albemarle court.  [ADD]","Advice on choice of books; defense of fiction. Sends greetings to Wintipock.\n                         [22]","Request for further information on the case of Matthew MacVee vs. James Wilson\n                     and William Orange (case 508). Refers to drawing of bill in case of Henry Brown\n                     vs. William Tucker et al., for money due Brown for slave hired by Tucker, for\n                     which Tucker's vessel was attached (case 548).  [23]","Study for final elevation of the first version.  [2347; N-47]","Encloses copy of Dickie's bill against Cabell-Requests Cabell's statement\n                     regarding the boundary dispute.  [24]","Inscriptions for tomb, foot of grave, and upper part of stone. Quotes David\n                     Mallet's Excursion and Ossian's Temora. Mentions Charlottesville, Va., John and\n                     Jane Carr of Louisa County, Martha Jefferson, Peter and Jane Jefferson, and T.\n                     J.  [2348]","Verdict of the special jury in a dispute regarding land on the James River.\n                     Signed by Ben. Waller, Clerk of the General Court. References to John Farrar,\n                     Thomas Farrar, John Sutton Farrar, Thomas Lygon, and Mr. Turpin.\n                         [25]","Albemarle County land to be purchased by T. J. (This land, 483 acres on\n                     Montalto adjacent to Monticello, bought by T. J. in 1777 for £190.)\n                         [2350]","marginal notes in copies of  Le vrai sens du systeme de\n                        la nature posthume  by Helvetius (Londres, 1774) and  Systeme de la nature  by Paul Henry Thiry, baron\n                     d'Holbach (Londres, 1771)","Discusses the battle of Charlestown [Bunker Hill] and says it is \"certain that the regulars have had between 12 \u0026 1400 killed and wounded\" and that British Major John Pitcairn \"is among the slain, at which every body rejoices, as he was the commanding officer at Lexington[,] was the first who fired his own piece there \u0026 gave the command to fire.\" He mentions that \"New Englanders are fitting out light vessels of war\" and are \"now intent on burning Boston as a hive which gives cover to regulars.\"  He discusses the lack of gunpowder and says that \"nothing is wanting but salt petre [sic].\"","T. J. and Gatewood agree to T. J.'s purchase of 2,000 acres in Bedford County, Virginia, the future site of Poplar Forest, for 1,000 pounds, the purchase to be completed after T. J.'s return from Philadelphia. Addenda on verso. ","News of the battle of Bunker Hill has reached England. T. J. reports on British strategy. References to Sir Jeffery Amherst, Guy Carleton, Lord Dunmore, General Gage, Commodore Molyneux Shuldham, and William Tryon.  [26]","Surrender of Chambly. Arms taken at Chambly to be used at St. John's, Montreal,\n                     and upper ports of St. Lawrence River. Arnold's success not known. Commotion in\n                     South Carolina. No news from Virginia. Mentions Mrs. William Byrd and Mrs.\n                     Elizabeth Wayles Eppes.  [2351]","Hopes Arnold is in possession of Quebec, since intercepted letters indicate a\n                     large British army will soon be sent. Has written to Patty to keep at a\n                     distance from the alarms of Lord Dunmore.  [27]","[2352]","List of names appearing in Jefferson's account books for the years [1776-1778].\n                     The account book itself (original in the Massachusetts Historical Society,\n                     microfilm in the Alderman Library) was written on blank pages of the Virginia\n                     Almanac for 1776-1778.  [28]","A committee of five, consisting of Jefferson, Thomas Ludwell Lee, George Mason,\n                     Edmund Pendleton, and George Wythe, were appointed by the Virginia Convention\n                     of 1776 to draft a revision of the Virginia laws--the genesis of Jefferson's\n                     epochal work for religious and intellectual freedom. Lee died, Mason resigned,\n                     and the work was divided among the other three. Jefferson prepared the sections\n                     on common law and statutes to 4 James I; Wythe prepared the British statutes\n                     from that date to 1776; Pendleton worked on laws passed in Virginia. The index\n                     is in Jefferson's hand, the ordinances in several other hands, probably of\n                     clerks of the committee. Jefferson indexes 126 bills, 66 of which are included\n                     in this draft. The bills were printed by Dixon and Holt, Richmond, 1784.\n                         [29]","[2353, N-536]","On verso of letter, 1777 August 15 from Charles S. Lewis, Jr. May be related to\n                     N-496.  [N-537]","Legal opinion on a much disputed will. Bequests of Neck of Land, Bull Run, and\n                     Shenandoah to Nathaniel Burwell, Carter B. Fontaine, Mr. Griffin, and daughter.\n                         [30]","Encloses record of tickets received by John Wayles. Col. William Byrd signed\n                     page, but account is inaccurate.  [2354]","Deed for Elk Hill, a tract of land in Goochland County. Certification by\n                     Beverley Randolph and John Woodson that Anne Skipwith freely relinquishes her\n                     right of dower in this tract, November 1778. Witnessed by Henry Cox, Thomas\n                     Young, Henry Tuggle.  [31]","Re T. J.'s notifying his relation, [Randolph?] Jefferson, of court order\n                     requiring latter to give security for costs in his suit against Reade's\n                     administrators, which order was obtained by Mr. Carrington. Notes on verso re\n                     Joyce Shifflet.  [2355-a]","T. J. writes in support of exchanging Baron de Geisman, one of the Convention\n                     prisoners in Albemarle County, Va.","T. J. refers to Bland's recent letter to former Governor [Patrick] Henry\n                     forwarding an unspecified request from British General [William] Phillips,\n                     currently imprisoned with the British troops at the Barracks in Albemarle\n                     County, Va. He discusses the barbarities of Indian attacks upon settlers at the\n                     instigation of British General [Henry] Hamilton into whose conduct the Council\n                     [of State] will soon be inquiring, noting that there should be a respect for\n                     Hamilton's \"honorable bravery\" in opposition to the \"cruel \u0026 cowardly\n                     warfare of the savage, whose object in war is to extinguish human nature.\" He\n                     informs Bland that the militia under his command should be discharged, repeats\n                     Colonel [William] Finnie's instructions on applying for clothes for Bland's\n                     regiment of guards and horse, and authorizes him to put the guards and horse\n                     under his command together on the same payroll as both are part of the\n                     Continental Army. ","Authorization to inspect and state the quantity and condition of all military\n                     stores in Virginia.  [32]","As Tucker has interest in the American states and Bermuda, T. J. sends copies\n                     of resolution of Virginia Council regarding exchange of aid. T. J. covertly\n                     suggests if Bermuda will supply \"Brobdinagian\" bushels of salt, America will\n                     respond with Indian corn. Accompanying the letter are: 1779 June 21, ACT OF\n                     ASSEMBLY authorizing the trade of grain for salt. ADS signed by Archibald\n                     Blair, Clerk of Council (18th century copy). Also, 1780 September 26,\n                     CERTIFICATE by BENJAMIN POWELL, Williamsburg justice of the peace, declaring\n                     that Tucker received T. J.'s letter.  [2358]","Recommendation for Rev. Charles Clay.  [2359]","Commissions. Captains: Burnley, Purvis, Porter, Burton, White, Herndon.\n                     Lieutenants: Slaughter, Taylor, Paulett, Pettus. Ensigns: Winston, Slaughter,\n                     Paulet. Has no provisions, but Board of War may help.  [2360]","Officer for Western Battalion to be commissioned. To proceed with first half of\n                     battalion to Albemarle; Crockett to follow with remainder. Mentions Sampson\n                     Mathews in Augusta and auditors in Virginia.  [2361]","Transmitting a petition from Alexander Dick to the Governor and Council of\n                     Virginia requesting a commission as major in the Marines.  [33]","Alphabetical index to his Account Book for 1779-1782, which is owned by the\n                     Library of Congress.  [34]","[2362]","Items secured from office of House of Burgesses, Peyton Randolph through R.\n                     Hickman, Richard Bland, Charles City Office, John Page of Rosewell, and Pervis.\n                         [2363]","Summer operations in the West. Clark has a choice between an expedition against\n                     Detroit or a war against the Indians. The Shawnees, Mingoes, Munnies, and\n                     Wyandottes should be exterminated or moved beyond the lakes or the Illinois\n                     River. Major Slaughter's men will complete Clark's battalion Proposed chain of\n                     posts on the Ohio at the mouth of the Fishinger, the Little Kanawha, Great\n                     Kanawha, Great Salt Cut, Scioto, and Kentucky, which will connect Pittsburgh\n                     and the falls of the Ohio, or possibly the mouth of the Ohio.\n                         [35]","Forwards letter from France. Asks instructions regarding sending of\n                     Parliamentary Register containing correspondence of Sir William Howe and John\n                     Burgoyne. Pensacola and St. Augustine taken by the Spaniards. Enemy attack not\n                     imminent.  [36]","Nine and one half acres, an island in Fluvanna River, Albemarle County.\n                         [2364]","In the hand of C. H. Moseley, Jr. John James, Jr., and Adam Lovitt's bond to\n                     Thomas Jefferson, Chief Magistrate of the Commonwealth of Virginia, void if due\n                     cause is found why James cannot marry Seabrook Woodhouse.  [37]","Orders wine.  [2365]","Land grant of 1,000 acres in Kentucky County, \"near the Falls of Ohio.\"","Grant for 400 acres of land in Louisa and Albemarle counties; land forfeited by\n                     Nicholas Oliver on failure to pay quitrents on said land.[  38]","Regarding requisitions of money, supplies, and troops from Virginia by the\n                     Continental Congress.  [39]","Requesting certificates for the number of arms carried by his regiment at the\n                     time it entered the Continental service. Certificate needed for settling of\n                     accounts between Virginia and Congress.  [40]","A form letter, forwards a patriotic proposition sent to Martha Washington, by\n                     \"our sisters of Pennsylvania,\" and asks the recipient to circulate it.","Patent for 1773 acres in Augusta County.  [41]","50 acres in Augusta County.  [2366]","400 acres in Augusta County.","209 acres in Albemarle County.","Commission, appointing Latané a lieutenant in the Essex County\n                     militia.  [42]","Discusses the issuing of clothes for the guards assigned to the Convention Army\n                     and explains the new regulations regarding such issues.","Funds in Old Continental and State currency received of Mr. Lewis from Mary\n                     Lewis' collection in Albemarle for donation to soldiers.\n                         [2368]","Commissions for James Kerr, Bennett Henderson, John Pipen, William Hughes,\n                     Jonathan Key, Joshua Fry, and Henry Burke","Letter, 22 November , from Thomas Nelson at Richneck, enclosing note from\n                     Newport's news point, indicates that enemy ships are standing for Capes. Must\n                     reinforce Southern army to overcome Cornwallis' expected move on Camden.\n                         [2369]","French forces in Chesapeake Bay at Hampton Roads near Hampton and Yorktown.\n                     Burwell's ferry and West Point to Jamestown should be defended. Mentions\n                     Cumberland, Pamunkey River, King and Queen Court House, Hoods, Portopotank and\n                     Mattaponi.  [2370]","Transmitting his official thanks to the militia and their officers.\n                         [43]","This may be an early version of Jefferson's design for the President's House,\n                     Washington.  [N-281]","[N-282]","Concerning taxes necessary for the support of paper currency issues (in\n                     Virginia?) for the years 1778-1784.  [44]","Militia to rendezvous at Petersburg to repel British troops. Invasion Law.\n                         [2373]","British troops have retired down James River. German prisoners to return to\n                     barracks in Albemarle.  [2373-a]","Jefferson sends the monetary requisition and available medicine. He informs\n                     Steuben that the council has honored his request for an aide who knows the\n                     Virginia militia by appointing John Walker and mentions that most of General\n                     George Weedon's militia on their way to join General Thomas Nelson were\n                     scheduled for discharge.","Enlistments to guard German prisoners in Albemarle must be extended. Mr. Brown\n                     has money for maintenance of Germans.  [2373-b]","Cornwallis, having been at Boyd's Ferry on the 14th, approaches. Convention\n                     troops must be removed. Prisoners from Cow-pens to be at Staunton. Troops to\n                     remain below the Blue Ridge.  [2373-c]","Sends blank power of impressment for horses for Greene's dragoons; and\n                     discussing a plan to be submitted to Baron von Steuben for assigning regular\n                     army officers to militia companies and sending the released militia officers\n                     and surplus line officers to Greene for permanent dismissal or other\n                     assignment.","Weedon, Fredericksburg, Va., discusses the progress of assembling various units\n                     of Virginia militia to march to [Hanover?] Court House to receive further\n                     orders from the Baron [von Steuben?] and the need for additional boxes of\n                     ammunition.","Grant of 45 acres in Essex County, Va.","161 acres on Rivanna River. Mentions John Shiflet, Stephen Phillips, Baptist\n                     Road, Ivy Creek, Samuel Ray, Alexander Markie, and Joseph Burnett.\n                         [2374]","Asks that militiamen be relieved for corn planting.  [2375]","Asks recipients to act on Congress' plan for settlement of Col. Wood's account.\n                     Encloses resolution (not present) of Va. Council of State requesting that\n                     action.  [2375-a]","Weedon discusses the failure of his plan to protect the lower Virginia counties\n                     and Newport News from British vessels on the James River. According to news\n                     received from Captain William Davenport, Captain Chandler of the Patriot\n                     disobeyed orders of Weedon's to patrol the area only, and engaged the British\n                     instead, losing his ship and crew.","Mr. Whitlock found him with Militia by Potomac River. Skirmished with British\n                     who now go to Alexandria. British advance on tobacco stores on Yeocomico River.\n                         [2376]","Grant for 111 acres of land on the east side of Buck Island Creek, a tributary\n                     of the Rivanna River, south of Monticello in Albemarle County.","Stores wanted for the militia of Westmoreland. News of Lord Cornwallis, General\n                     Greene, and General Phillips.  [45]","Appointing him ensign in the Virginia militia.  [46]","Joint commission of Joseph Moore, Charles Allen, Richard Foster, Joseph Parks,\n                     William Wooton, and Richard Winn, as justices of the peace for Prince Edward\n                     County.  [47]","Apprehension of French deserters for the Marquis de Lafayette.\n                         [48]","Introducing Col. James Monroe, who is resuming his studies in Europe. Prospects\n                     for capturing Cornwallis, recovering Georgia and South Carolina. Mentions\n                     Princeton, N. J., and Charleston, S. C.  [49]","These notes, copied from manuscript journals no longer in existence, begin with\n                     the articles of agreement of Governor Sir William Berkeley and his Council with\n                     the Commissioners of the Commonwealth of England, 12 March 1651. They end\n                     abruptly six pages later, the remainder of the leather-bound volume being\n                     blank. It is presumed that they were made in connection with Query XIII (on\n                     Virginia's Constitution) of the  Notes on the State of\n                        Virginia.  It is possible, however, that the extracts date from 1774;\n                     precedents from the Commonwealth period are cited in  A\n                        Summary View of the Rights of British America. [50]","Deed for 120 acres of land in Goochland County. Commission, signed by G. Payne,\n                     to John Hopkins, William Holman, and Nathaniel Mason, Justices of the Peace, to\n                     determine whether Sally Smith freely relinquishes her dower rights in said\n                     land, 12 March, and the report by John Hopkins and William Holman 12 April,\n                     1782. Witnessed by Robert Lewis, Henry Macklim, and Charles Smith.\n                         [51]","No beer by Jupiter since brewer is visiting wife. Col. Cary appreciates pecan\n                     trees; Mr. Carter raising rabbits at Shirley. Regrets fire. Mentions Mrs.\n                     Jefferson and Mr. Tucker.  [2378]","Will does not protect Mrs. Wayland, who must claim legal rights. Cites Garbland\n                     vs. Mayot 2 Vernon 105, Cook vs. Cook ibid. 545, Bateman vs. Roach 9 Modern\n                     Cases in Law and Equity 104, and Coleman vs. Seymour 1 Vesey 209.\n                         [2379]","Jefferson writes to Harrison concerning a debt to Mr. Nathan contracted by\n                     Jefferson on public business, and inquires specifically if the state would\n                     assume the defense in case of a suit.","Sentiment on death and eternal separation.  [2380]","Mentions John Wayles. With construction directions. Quotes Iliad.\n                         [2381]","Translation of note in unidentified hand. Sketch for monument.  [2382],\n                        [N-538]","Will leave Col. Wood's sword with James Madison when he goes to Europe.\n                         [2383-a]","Possibility of forming a company with Gov. [Abner] Nash to speculate in land\n                     between the Cherokee and Mississippi Rivers. If Jefferson goes to France, the\n                     responsibility would fall on Mr. Lewis and on Eppes. Determined to keep clear\n                     of anything that might make private interests interfere with public duties.\n                         [52]","Deed for 50 acres of land in Goochland County. Witnesses: Charles Kerr Nancy\n                     Scott Jefferson, Peter Carr. Recorded 19 May 1783 by G. Payne Clerk of\n                     Goochland County.  [53]","[N-506], [2384]","Jefferson replies to the notice of an appointment by Zane and hopes Zane will\n                     send him British news.","Turpin's medical studies in Great Britain and Paris, service in Royal Navy,\n                     efforts to join American forces. Mentions Cowpens, Charleston, Fort Washington,\n                     London, Long Island, New York, Staten Island; Benedict Arnold, Sir Guy\n                     Carleton, Lord Cornwallis, Mr. Griffin, Governor Nelson, the Utaws, George\n                     Washington; Acts of Virginia Assembly, Foster's Crown Law, Governor's\n                     Proclamation, Manuscript Records of Congress.  [2385]","Advice concerning his education and conduct. Respect due to Mr. and Mrs.\n                     [Matthew] Maury. Recommends he make the acquaintance of James Madison.\n                         [54]","News of Patsy (Martha) and Polly (Maria) Jefferson and Elizabeth Eppes. Price\n                     of tobacco. Richard Randolph's account with Mr. Wayles' estate. [Matthew] Maury\n                     has removed his school from Orange to Williamsburg. Mentions Peter Carr and\n                     John Wayles Eppes.  [55]","Grammar school in Albemarle. Dr. Witherspoon at Princeton and Irish persons at\n                     Philadelphia know of no available teachers. Seeking one in Scotland. Expects\n                     war in Europe. Mentions Turkey, France, Prussia, Great Britain, Ireland,\n                     Holland. Congress not yet assembled.  [2386]","Nine codes are included. Most of these are simple substitution ciphers,\n                     numerals being substituted for words or syllables. Two are more complicated;\n                     one is developed from a column arrangement of the Lord's Prayer; another is a\n                     dictionary cipher involving the use of a French-English pocket dictionary. One\n                     of the number codes in Jefferson's hand has a note, \"frequently throw in\n                     numbers higher than 1545, which meaning nothing will serve to perplex.\" Some\n                     codes are endorsed with names of users, Robert R. Livingston, J. M. [James\n                     Madison?], Thomas Jefferson, Edmund Randolph, Edmund Pendleton.\n                         [56]","Wine ledger sheet and \"list of sundry memorandoms\" itemizing the sale of table\n                     cloths and loaf sugar to T. J.  [57]","Settlement of T. J.'s bond (to Walker?) by an order on Alexander McDonald of\n                     Richmond.  [58]","Ratification of French treaty. Difficulties involved in gaining the necessary\n                     vote of nine states on important business. Russo-Turkish relations. Possibility\n                     of new attack on the U. S. by Great Britain.  [59]","Notes on household accounts in T. J.'s hand.","Russo-Turkish relations. Cool reception of John Adams and John Jay in London.\n                         [60]","Visited Bear Castle with Peter Carr and saw Mr. Overton. Mr. Stuart told Mr.\n                     Bolling that Mr. Short had found school for Peter. Mr. Short wrote from\n                     Monticello that Mr. Key should send him to Liberty Hall, Rockbridge County. Mr.\n                     Wilton at Eppington. Health of Nancy at Fairfields, Lucy, Martha, and Mr.\n                     Bolling. Jenny Cary has daughter.  [2387]","Jefferson has been appointed to the European commercial treaty committee and\n                     wishes Short to join him in Philadelphia. If Short decides to come he is to\n                     bring one of Jefferson's servants with him.","Death of Lucy Jefferson and Lucy Eppes, both from whooping cough. Polly\n                     Jefferson and Bolling Eppes both ill. Regards to Patsy.  [61]","Autograph inscription in presentation copy of  Notes on\n                        the State of Virginia  , Paris, 1784-85. Warns against publication.\n                         [62]","Inscription in a presentation copy of  Notes on the State\n                        of Virginia  (French edition). Asks that he guard against its\n                     publication.  [63]","Inscription in a presentation copy of  Notes on the State\n                        of Virginia  (French edition). Asks that he guard against its\n                     publication.  [64]","Bill for clothing for Jefferson and his daughters.  [65]","Report on his education with Matthew Maury and his brother Dabney's education\n                     with Smith at Prince Edward Academy. References to [Bishop] James Madison and\n                     the College of William and Mary.  [66]","Martha's health. Nancy's package. Mr. Bolling did not see Col. LeMaire; Mrs.\n                     Eppes did. Health of Maria and Dabney Carr. Peter with James Maury, as James\n                     Madison wished. Mr. and Mrs. Bolling to go to Chesterfield. Tom Bolling and\n                     Mary Bolling Lewis of Fairfields dead.  [2388]","Years in France.  [2389]","Mr. Adams carried earlier letter. Emperor in Italy. Dutch agents in Vienna.\n                     Constantinople troops refuse to use European arms. No news of Mr. Lamb. No\n                     progress in Barbary proceedings. Diplomatic cipher code message.\n                         [2390]","Mazzei brought letter. Condolence to Thomas and Mary J. Bolling. Maria to come.\n                     Letter from Peter Carr at Williamsburg. Books from London. Mr. Maury praises\n                     him. Dabney Carr's position. Samuel Carr's health. Martha well, speaking\n                     French. David Humphries, Mr. Short, T. J. do not speak French so well. Will\n                     send silk for Anna Scott Jefferson. James Madison to forward letters. No news\n                     of Eppington.  [2391]","The Emperor hurt by German Confederation. Need to reestablish trade with\n                     England. Recommends Mr. Barclay be sent to treat with the Barbary States.\n                     Necessity for minister to Portugal. Appointment of William Short as his private\n                     secretary. Pleasure with Land Ordinance of 1785. Adoption of the dollar as the\n                     U. S. monetary unit. Importance of a favorable reception for Benjamin Franklin\n                     in the U. S. Reference to John Adams and Colonel Humphreys.\n                         [67]","Letters to Francis and Elizabeth Wayles Eppes not answered. Jacques LeMaire,\n                     who wrote from Richmond about Maria, carried letters. Daniel and Theodorick\n                     Fitzhugh bring seeds. Daniel Fitzhugh to see Eppes in Richmond. Wants Maria\n                     sent. Nurses, ships, and voyages. Isabel would be a good nurse, or a young lady\n                     going to France or England. Nurse need come only to Havre, l'Orient, or Nantes.\n                     Martha's French better than that of David Humphries, William Short, or T. J.\n                     Emperor and Dutch settled quarrel. Possible trouble with Turks. Mentions\n                     Horsdu-monde, James Hemings.  [2392]","Daniel and Theodorick Fitzhugh stayed longer than expected. Dr. Currie reports\n                     Maria and all are well. Maria's trip to France. Mr. Fitzhugh brings seeds.\n                     Mentions Mr. and Mrs. Skipwith and Maria.  [2393]","Books from Henley. Mentions Mr. Bradford and Mr. Gwatkin. Williamsburg fire.\n                     William and Mary College's altered curriculum. Mentions George Wythe and\n                     professors James McClung and Charles Bellini.  [2393-a]","In unidentified hand.","Travel in France.  [2394]","In France, perhaps for U.S. ministry.  [2397]","Notes in T. J.'s hand with notes in an unidentified hand on the verso.","Third person letter to Hartley, Minister Plenipotentiary from Great Britain,\n                     mentioning the Virginia Resolutions of 19 May 1784.","Accounts of small sums owed the blacksmith shop for each year from 1785 through\n                     1793 contain names of 80 local residents including James Monroe, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Edward Carter, Bennett Henderson, and Nicholas Lewis. Several are\n                     initialled \"G,\" possibly George, the slave in charge of the shop.","Replies to questions propounded by the editor of the Encyclopédie\n                     Politique. Degree to which Congress or the state legislatures regulate foreign\n                     commerce. Reasons why Rhode Island opposes federal regulation, and possible\n                     solutions of the problem. Economic character of Connecticut and Rhode Island.\n                     Right of the Union to compel one state to obedience. Coercion by naval force\n                     less dangerous. Comparison of American government with European forms.\n                         [68]","Will ask Martha to contact aunt. Mr. Short well. Greetings to Mr. and Mrs.\n                     Skipwith and Mrs. Eppes.  [2466]","Bill for clothing.  [69]","Specifications for a tool chest.  [2397-a]","Bill for clothing.  [69]","Bill for scientific apparatus and mathematics instruments.\n                         [70]","Bill for repairing ivory chessmen.  [71]","Bill for clothing.  [69]","Lodging at Mrs. Connor's.  [2398]","Health of T. J., Mrs. Skipwith, Peter Carr with Mr. Maury, Dabney Carr, Jenny\n                     Carr. Samuel Carr not seen. Bolling family at Fairfields. Has Bernard Moore\n                     settled bond for Dabney Carr's law books? Mentions Elizabeth Wayles Eppes,\n                     Eppington, Monticello, Williamsburg.  [2399]","Jefferson sends a letter of introduction for Madame de Gregoire whose family\n                     claimed land in Maine under a grant from the French crown when it held the\n                     province of Arcadia.","Claims against the John Wayles estate by Farrell \u0026 Jones, Mr. Cary,\n                     Mrs. Nick, Kippen \u0026 Co., and T. J. himself. Regrets Polly was not sent\n                     to him. Thanks for gift of anchovies and claret. Mentions Martha Jefferson and\n                     Elizabeth Eppes.  [72]","T. J. tells his daughter what time he will call for her.","T. J. asks her to obtain permission to come to dinner.","Cramp in hand prevents a long letter. He has cleared up her misunderstanding\n                     with Madame de Corny. Greetings to her husband.  [73]","His letters too full of pure affection to go by the public post. Hopes to see\n                     her again. Must trust this to the post-office, but will disguise his seal and\n                     superscription.  [74]","Reason she has not received his letters. Wishes he were with her. Hopes she is\n                     coming to Paris. Possibility of her drawing Natural Bridge and the Peaks of\n                     Otter. Thanks for a gift of songs she has composed.  [75]","Course of study under George Wythe and others. News of his brothers Dabney and\n                     Samuel. References to Charles Bellini, Maria Jefferson, and [Bishop] James\n                     Madison.  [76]","Purchased tea tray.  [2402]","Purchased butter boats, pudding dish.  [2403]","Purchased calico.  [2404]","Purchased sword chains.  [2405]","Purchased coffee urn.  [2406]","Purchased coffee jar.  [2407]","Purchased stewing dish and top.  [2408]","Purchased silver cross.  [2409]","Purchased small silver cross.  [2410]","Purchased bit.  [2411]","Purchased silver candlestick.  [2412]","Letter from Gibraltar. Trouble in Morocco. Writes to Mrs. Barclay at Richmond.\n                     Goes to Philadelphia, hoping to find a letter from Mr. Barclay.\n                         [2414]","[2414-a]","Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. cut chip while visiting Stratford-on-Avon, England.\n                         [2415]","List of vegetables and flowers with proper times for sowing, in French with\n                     English translations.  [77]","Mr. Madison, now member of Congress, has not forwarded all letters. Maria well,\n                     does not want to go to France. Isabel may not go. Health of Peter Carr, Nancy,\n                     and Bolling and Charles Lewis families. Jenny Cary says French Consul at\n                     Williamsburg may go next summer. Mr. Smith commends Dabney. Samuel Carr not\n                     seen. Mrs. Eppes could not bring Maria to Monticello. Inquires after Martha.\n                     Mentions Eppington and Wilson Nicholas.  [2416]","Jefferson writes to Michel Guillaume St. John de Crevecoeur and claims that\n                     Jersey farmers were the first to rediscover the Greek craft of bending a young\n                     sapling to form the circumference of a wheel. He quotes a passage from Homer on\n                     the method and reports that Benjamin Franklin aided the British patent holder\n                     in doing it with seasoned wood.","Mr. Madison to bring letters, including one for Peter Carr. Maria at Eppington.\n                     Health of Mr. Randolph of Dungeness, his eldest son in Scotland, and Jenny\n                     Cary. Mrs. Marshall, née Ambler, insane. Mrs. Page of Rosewell and\n                     Mrs. Nicholas dead.  [2417]","Appointment of members to the Constitutional Convention. Growth of monarchist\n                     strength. Recommends a federal government with supreme power. Change in the\n                     principle of representation.  [78]","Shipment of cones, holly, cedar berries, and myrtle berries. Tobacco at\n                     Monticello and Bedford. Colonel Lewis has the whole management of Jefferson's\n                     affairs. Polly will go to France with the French consul and his wife. Claret\n                     has arrived. Mentions Mr. Beall of Williamsburg and Mr. Bondfield.\n                         [79]","Instructions regarding her responsibilities for her sister Maria.\n                         [80]","Requests payment of T. J.'s account, April 18-May, 1786","Maria Jefferson about to sail to France. Report on his studies at William and\n                     Mary under George Wythe; Wythe's religious views. Samuel and Dabney Carr's\n                     education. Wishes to \"get the polish of Europe\". Mentions Martha Jefferson and\n                     Matthew Maury.  [81]","Maria going to France. Sad to leave Eppington and Mrs. Eppes. Saw Sam Carr.\n                     Servant murdered baby of Mr. Stannard who married daughter of Ned Carter. Nancy\n                     well. Lucy Randolph married Frenchman.  [2418]","Madame de Traubenheim says Martha unwell. Maria in England.\n                         [2419]","Description of trip to Italy, mentioning Turin, Milan, Genoa, Nice, Col de\n                     Tende, Chateau de Saorgis. Wishes she would come to Paris.\n                         [82]","Will ride with Martha and Miss Annesley.  [2421]","He does not deserve a long letter. Discusses his trip through Italy, mentioning\n                     Turin, Genoa, Milan. She has finally met Madame de Corny. Letters and a parcel\n                     for the Duchess of Kingston.  [83]","Dabney Carr estate unpaid for Bernard Moore's purchase of Dabney Carr's books.\n                     Favorable accounts of her sons, Peter, Samuel, and Dabney Carr, received from\n                     George Wythe and [Bishop] James Madison. References to Nicholas Lewis, Martha\n                     Jefferson, Maria Jefferson, Lucy Carr, and Nancy Carr.  [84]","Dabney Carr estate unpaid for Bernard Moore's purchase of Dabney Carr's books.\n                     Favorable accounts of her sons, Peter, Samuel, and Dabney Carr, received from\n                     George Wythe and [Bishop] James Madison. References to Nicholas Lewis, Martha\n                     Jefferson, Maria Jefferson, Lucy Carr, and Nancy Carr. Wants report on\n                     Monticello fruit trees. Maria's trip to Paris.  [84] ,\n                         [2422] ,  [2425]","T. J. comments on the memorial Churchman sent regarding \"a table of variations\n                     of the needle for all different meridians whatever,\" to be applied during a\n                     voyage between America and Europe; expresses difficulties that would occur;\n                     discusses the need to address questions raised by the French Academy of\n                     Science; and ending with, \"I shall be happy that our country may have the\n                     honour of furnishing the old world what it has so long sought in vain.\"\n                     Jefferson may be referring for the work Churchman eventually published in\n                     Philadelphia in 1790:  An explanation of the magnetic\n                        atlas, or variationchart, hereto annexed, projected on a plan entirely new,\n                        by which the magnetic variation on any part of the globe may be precisely\n                        determined.","Advice on religion and on travel in Europe.  [85]","Need for powerful federal government in foreign affairs.  [86]","Concerning the Constitutional Convention. Predicts federal sovereignty in\n                     foreign affairs and in matters relative to all the states, means of enforcement\n                     for the national government, separation of powers.  [87]","Describes education system in use in his academy.  [88]","Observations on the Constitutional Convention. Federal government to operate on\n                     individuals not on the states. Division of power between executive and\n                     legislative branches, and between Federal and State governments. Adjustment of\n                     interests of large and small states. Sectional interests. Extensive discussion\n                     of precedents and questions involved in these matters. Reasons why only three\n                     Virginia names are subscribed to the Constitution. Discussion of public opinion\n                     of the Constitution, state by state. References to Samuel Chase, Patrick Henry,\n                     James Innes, Arthur Lee, Richard Henry Lee, James McClurg, John Marshall,\n                     George Mason, James Mercer, William Paca, Mann Page, Edmund Pendleton, George\n                     Washington, and George Wythe.  [89]","Peter Carr to carry letter to Mr. Madison. Maria's trip. Judgment against\n                     Bernard Moore. Trip to Buck Island. Criticizes Hastings Marks. Jack Carr says\n                     Marks and Hudson Martin to go to Kentucky. Sold cook, Lewis. Archibald Cary\n                     died. Health of Cary's son Arche, and of Peter and Dabney Carr. Mrs. Bolling's\n                     son died. Polly Cary married Mr. Peachy. Letter for Martha.\n                         [2423]","Dinner invitations for Messrs. d'Hancarville, St. André, Niemscevicz,\n                     and Count Btocki. Wishes she had seen more of Jefferson while in Paris.\n                         [91]","Education at William and Mary interrupted by lack of funds. Need for Spanish\n                     dictionary. Requests advice on matters of importance in his life. News of Sam\n                     and Dabney Carr. References to Mr. Elder, Martha and Maria Jefferson [Bishop]\n                     James Madison, and George Wythe.  [90]","Copy used by Jefferson, containing his manuscript additions, revisions, maps,\n                     and plates. Bound into this book are eleven letters of Edward D. Ingraham of\n                     Philadelphia and John Spear Smith, 1845-1847, dealing with a proposed\n                     publication of the  Notes  from this copy, then\n                     owned by Smith. No edition of the  Notes  having\n                     appeared between 1847 and 1853, it can be assumed that Smith's work was either\n                     not published or was published by J. W. Randolph in 1853 without mention of\n                     Smith's editorial work.  [92]","[2426]","Thanks for news of Polly Jefferson. Mentions Martha Jefferson, Martha Jefferson\n                     Carr, and Anna Jefferson Marks.  [93]","Pain of parting. Illness of M. de Corny. Arrival of Mrs. Church. Wishes she had\n                     fewer friends and servants so he might have more time alone with her.\n                         [94]","Has not written because he could find no private conveyance. Choice of a tea\n                     vase in which Mrs. Church and Mr. Turnbull have helped. Compliments to Mr.\n                     Cosway.  [95]","Warren Hastings' trial. Ratification of the Constitution. Lack of religious\n                     toleration for Protestants in France. (The printed copies address the letter to\n                     William Edward Rutledge; however, Jefferson's \"Epistolary Record\" refers to the\n                     letter as to John Rutledge, Jr.)  [96]","Hopes for ratification of Constitution with amendment of its defects.\n                         [97]","Virginia's opposition to ratification of the Constitution will produce\n                     beneficial amendments. Bill of Rights.  [98]","Mentions Madame de Corny, \"Kitty\" [Catharine Church] and the girls and invites\n                     Mrs. Church to Monticello. Compares the beauty and charm of America to Europe.\n                     Affectionate and complimentary.","Course of study at William and Mary. Books received from John Paradise, but not\n                     from T. J. Mentions George Wythe.  [99]","Reasons he has not written. Prefers the paintings of Van der Werff and Carlo\n                     Dolce to Rubens. Trip to Dusseldorff, Heidelberg, and Strasbourg. Mentions\n                     Laurence Sterne, Princess Lubomirski, and M. de Simoulin.\n                         [100]","Angry that he does not write more often. Suggests he come to England. Mentions\n                     John Trumbull, William Short, Mme. Palivae de Corny, Luigi Marchesi, Richard\n                     Cosway.  [101]","Jefferson writes regarding a bill to be paid to the company.","The Constitution should be ratified with two amendments: a bill of rights and a\n                     law preventing re-election of the president. Confidence in Washington.\n                         What shall be done about Rhode Island? [102]","Massachusetts' ratification of the Constitution. Two amendments needed: bill of\n                     rights and expunging the principle of necessary rotation in office. States\n                     should ratify first and amend later.  [103]","Madame de Corney to take her to opera. Maria with T. J.  [2427]","Writes note to him only because Mr. Trumbull knows a person who is going to see\n                     T. J.; charges that T. J. neglects her.  [104]","Ratification of the Constitution by Massachusetts, South Carolina. Benjamin\n                     Barton has arrived. Mentions Colonel Smith.  [105]","Wrote to Francis Eppes. Renting estates. European tobacco prices. Rent from\n                     Garth and Mousley in Bedford, and Hickman and Smith in Albemarle. Mr. Eppes to\n                     help sell Cumberland and Elkhill land to pay Jones and McCaul. Protection for\n                     slaves. Debts to Mr. Braxton, Dr. Walker, Mr. Smith, Donald Scott, Dr. Reid,\n                     Col. Bannister, Phripp and Bowden of Norfolk, Hierom Gaines, Frank Gaines,\n                     William Chisholm, Johnson, Watson and Orr, Robinson, Bennet, and Callaway. Mr.\n                     Donald will take note. Mentions Monticello and Virginia. Mrs. Lewis sent corn\n                     that surpasses Italian and French corns. Great George, Ursula, Betty Hemings,\n                     Martin, and Bob not to be hired out.  [2428]","Ratification of the Constitution. New York is doubtful and Rhode Island against\n                     it.  [106]","Begging a letter from him. M. St. Andre has asked for a letter for T. J.\n                         [107]","Congratulations on South Carolina's ratification of the Constitution. A bill of\n                     rights is necessary. Regrets abandonment of principle of rotation in office for\n                     the president and senators.  [108]","Public triumph of her engraving of the \"Hours.\" Request for a design for his\n                     visiting cards.  [109]","\"Cease to chide me . . . I am incapable of forgetting or neglecting you.\"\n                         [110]","Concerning the ratification of the Constitution by New Hampshire and New York.\n                         [111]","Advises that he learn Spanish. Advice on learning, health, and virtue. Mentions\n                     George Wythe.  [112]","Paradise, of James City County, now of Paris, appoints Burwell of Carter's\n                     Grove to manage affairs and to pay debt to Edward Bancroft and William Anderson\n                     of London. Witnessed by T. J., William Short, and Phillip Mazzei.\n                         [2429]","Ratification of the Constitution; the Bill of Rights; abandonment of the\n                     principle of rotation in the Senate and presidency.  [113]","Gratitude for the gift of the urn. Mentions the John Trumbull portrait of\n                     himself and his own friendship with [Maria] Cosway and Angelica Church. Refers\n                     to his plans to carry animals and plants back to America in the spring and\n                     requests that she meet him and his daughters in Havre, France. Mentions serving\n                     in Congress in 1775 with Philip John Schuyler. Relates that he left \"Kitty\"\n                     [Catharine Church] at the Chaussee d'Antin and consulted with Madame de Corny\n                     of the Convent.","Thanks for his compliments for her  Hours. \n                     She will work on his visiting card when she can. Jefferson's return to America.\n                     Plans trip to Italy. She now has a picture of T. J. Mentions Angelica Church,\n                     John Trumbull, Richard Cosway.  [114]","Discusses plans to execute her commission for the volumes of the  Antiquités d'Herculanum.  Mentions \"Kitty\"\n                     [Catharine Church] and her writing in French and Madame de Corny and a mishap\n                     in her carriage. Refers to the question of the new Constitution and comments\n                     that \"the tender breasts of ladies were not formed for political convulsion\n                     ....\"","Design for his visiting card. Jefferson goes to America; she to Italy. Suggests\n                     she go by way of Col de Tende and see the castle of Saorgio. Would prefer her\n                     to come to U. S. with Mrs. Church and John Trumbull, to sketch Natural Bridge\n                     and Niagara Falls.  [115]","Announcing the death of Charles III of Spain.  [116]","Ratification of Constitution; Bill of Rights; re-eligibility of the president.\n                         [117]","Presenting Mrs. Hannah Cowley, the first female dramatic author in England.\n                         [118]","[2430]","Ratification of Constitution a proof that whenever the people are\n                     well-informed, they can be trusted with their government.\n                         [119]","Comments on severe winter. News of Princess Lubomirski, M. D'Hancarville, Mrs.\n                     Church. Mr. Trumbull, and Mr. Short. Mme. de Brehan disappointed with America's\n                     lack of simplicity.  [120]","Mrs. Church's trip to America. Requests true account of French Revolution since\n                     English neswspapers are all biased. Hopes he has seen Mrs. Cowley.\n                         [121]","Leaves for America for six months. France a scene of tumult. Wishes she would\n                     join Mrs. Church in America. Discourse on the nature of their friendship.\n                         [122]","Recent illness. Reading and attending congressional debates in N Y. George\n                     Wythe's educational methods. Study of modern languages more useful than that of\n                     ancient ones. Spanish. Books in his father's library. References to Samuel and\n                     Dabney Carr, James Madison, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [123]","Denies proposing to Mr. Necker to sell American corn and flour to France, as\n                     understood by Monsieur de Mirabeau. Told John Jay that Necker favored such\n                     sale. Extract of letter published in American gazette. Wishes Lafayette to\n                     convey facts to French assembly.  [2430-a]","Violence in the French Revolution. Introduces Gouverneur Morris.\n                         [124]","Acknowledges letter sent by Gouverneur Morris. Sends note by John Trumbull.\n                         [125]","Conspiracy against George III. Finds Mr. Morris very enjoyable. Asks about\n                     affairs in France. Introduces her brother. Mentions Mr. Trumbull.\n                         [126]","Reasons why he did not see more of her brother. Departure for America.\n                         [128]","Trip to America. Note from Mr. Milne of the cording and spinning operation of\n                     la Muette. No news of Mrs. Bingham.  [2431]","Offering T. J. the post of Secretary of State. Suggests Roger Alden as\n                     Assistant Secretary. Papers in the care of John Jay and Henry Remsen.\n                         [130]","Leaves soon for America. Hopes to see her in Paris in April if matters are\n                     \"tranquilized\".  [131]","Requesting an answer, when convenient, to his offer of the post of Secretary of\n                     State to T. J.  [132]","Will accept the post of Secretary of State if Washington thinks best, but feels\n                     most suited to his present post as Minister to France. Possible commercial\n                     treaties with France.  [133]","Jefferson requests the unidentified correspondent to convey an enclosed letter\n                     [not present] to Paris.","The complaint was brought in the Caroline County, Va., court by Francis Eppes,\n                     Henry Skipwith, and Thomas Jefferson, executors of John Wayles, against Thomas\n                     Lomax, for a debt of 184 pounds 10 shillings owed to Wayles.","Includes sketch.  [2432, N-541]","Building in form of a Greek cross, with framing plan. (Probably a development\n                     of N-490.) See also N-537.  [N-496]","Requests forwarding of letters to Colonel Lewis. James Brown will pay postage.\n                         [134]","Tobacco owed to the late Mr. M[?]. Mentions Nicholas Lewis, Mr. Coleman, and\n                     Mr. Ross.  [135]","Protests survey by James Marks of the boundary between Randolph's Edgehill and\n                     John Harvie's property.  [136]","Finances of Mr. and Mrs. John Paradise. Nathaniel Burwell's aid to them.\n                     Mentions Dr. Bancroft, Mr. Wilkinson.  [2433]","Asking that he accept Dabney Carr as a student in his school. Prescribes course\n                     of study. Nicholas Lewis will pay expenses. Asks information regarding an\n                     edition of \"septuagist\" (Septuagint?). Respects to Mrs. Maury.\n                         [137]","Enclosing a letter.  [138]","Refusing her offer of a bed. Future plans; visit to Buck Island.\n                         [139]","Details of the settlement of Peter Jefferson's estate, mentioning accounts of\n                     Kippen \u0026 Co., Dabney Carr, Sr., Alexander McCaul; expenses while a\n                     student at William and Mary and under George Wythe; payment of his sisters'\n                     portions; expenses of maintaining the family charged to the estate; division\n                     between Randolph and Thomas. John Harvie and John Nicholas, Sr., the other\n                     executors.  [140]","Boundary dispute regarding land bought by Harvie from James Marks, bordering on\n                     property of Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr., James Hickman, Martin Key, and William\n                     Watson. Anderson Bryan, the official surveyor. Map of the land in dispute.\n                         [141]","Encloses a letter to be read and posted. [incorrectly dated 1791]\n                         [142]","Encloses copy of his letter of 10 January to Dr. Thomas Walker concerning Peter\n                     Jefferson's estate. Confusion regarding board and clothing of his sisters,\n                     charged to the estate.  [143]","Arrival of Mr. Madison. Confidence in Jefferson's ability to carry out\n                     important duties of Secretary of State. Public satisfaction with Jefferson's\n                     French ministry. No alteration likely in the commission from the United States\n                     to the Court of France.  [144]","T. J. and Randolph Jefferson settled estate of Peter Jefferson with John\n                     Nicholas. Provisions for sisters, Anna Scott Jefferson, and lands. Cost of T.\n                     J.'s education, some owed to Thomas Walker. Accounts with Dabney Carr, Kippen\n                     and Company, John Walker, and Francis Walker.  [2434]","Marriage of Martha Jefferson and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Property\n                     settlements. Wedding plans.  [145]","Settlement of account of Kippen \u0026 Co. against Peter Jefferson's estate.\n                     Mentions Thomas Walker, an executor, and Alexander McCaul.\n                         [146]","Tatham writes concerning maps, histories, and guidebooks of Virginia and the\n                     South which he has proposed writing and for which he is currently compiling\n                     material.","Conveying 1,000 acres of land in Bedford County, a portion of Poplar Forest,\n                     together with all its appurtenances, slaves (27 in all), and livestock, given\n                     to Martha upon her marriage to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Includes Jefferson's\n                     map of Poplar Forest. Mentions a similar conveyance of property in Henrico\n                     County, called Varina, from Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr., to Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr.  [147]","[2435]","Largely fruit trees.  [2436]","Unable to find any books, papers throwing light on Dabney Carr's transactions\n                     with Thomas Walker. Difficulties in procuring Coke on Littleton. References to\n                     Martha and Maria Jefferson and to James Minor.  [148]","Hopes Lewis' health better. Mentions Mrs. Lewis.  [226]","Wanted to visit Eppington, but must go to New York. Maria will stay with Mrs.\n                     Eppes. Maria's Spanish studies and Don Quixote.  [2437]","Settlement of Peter Jefferson's estate. Mentions accounts and payments of R.\n                     (John?) Harvie, A. Donald and Alexander McCaul.  [149]","Box of plants for the Comtesse de Tessé, for which William Short, U.\n                     S. Charge at Paris, will pay charges.  [150]","Ship box of plants for the Comtesse de Tessé to M. Lamotte at le Havre\n                     or Mr. Coffin at Dunkerque.  [151]","Purchase of a horse. Will go to New York by stage because of deep snow. Offers\n                     any services he can render in New York.  [152]","Box of plants for Mme. la Comtesse de Tessé. Charge expenses to\n                     William Short, U. S. Chargé d'Affaires at Paris.\n                         [153]","Ship box of plants for the Comtesse de Tessé to M. Lamotte at le Havre\n                     or Mr. Coffin at Dunkerque. Recipient's copy of  [151] ,\n                     above.","[2438]","Proof of payment to Dabney Carr's estate rests with Dr. Thomas Walker. List of\n                     law readings. References to Coke on Littleton, to James Monroe, and to Dabney\n                     Carr, Jr.  [154]","News of Mrs. Trist and Miss Rittenhouse for Martha and Maria.\n                         [227]","Ordering set of porcelain from the Indies.  [155]","Opposition to the Constitution has disappeared with the amendments; the\n                     \"vaut-rien\" Rhode Island will soon come over.  [156]","Martha's marriage to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [157]","News of Mrs. Trist, Miss Rittenhouse, Mrs. Buchanan, and Miss Holliday.\n                     Difficulty in procuring a house in New York. Misses Martha and Maria.\n                     Admonishes her to cherish her husband.  [158]","News of Mrs. Trist, Miss Rittenhouse, Mrs. Buchanan, and Miss Holliday.\n                     Difficulty in procuring a house in New York. Misses Martha and Maria.\n                     Admonishes her to cherish her husband. Copy of  [158] ,\n                     above.","Acts of Congress on Western land claims of North Carolina and exportation of\n                     uninspected goods.  [2439]","Official notification of his recall to be transmitted to the King and to M. de\n                     Montmarin. U. S. will repay its foreign debts, although the act of Congress may\n                     be too late to save the French court. Parts missing from officer's fusilss.\n                     Negotiation for captives in the line. Requests authentic data to supplement\n                     information in Leyden Gazette and lies in the British press. Mentions Jacques\n                     Necker.  [159]","Requesting a letter. Asks about Don Quixote. Mentions Mr. Randolph, Francis,\n                     and Elizabeth Wayles Eppes.  [160]","Requesting a letter. Asks about Don Quixote. Mentions Mr. Randolph, Francis,\n                     and Elizabeth Wayles Eppes.  [2440]","Requesting a letter. Asks about Don Quixote. Mentions Mr. Randolph, Francis,\n                     and Elizabeth Wayles Eppes.  [2440]","Letter from agent's wife regarding conditions at Bedford County (Poplar Forest)\n                     and Shadwell. Mr. Lewis' illness, measles among the slaves at Bedford prices of\n                     wheat and tobacco. Mentions Mr. Clark and Mr. Meriwether Sends ham, venison,\n                     and bacon.  [21]","Introducing Mr. Horry, a nephew of General Pinckney.  [161]","Introducing Mr. Horry.  [162]","Trip to Richmond. Report on her reading and music. Reference to Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.  [163]","Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha, and Maria are not good correspondents.\n                     Encloses Fenno's Gazette which will henceforth copy news from the Leyden\n                     Gazette. Hopes the Randolphs will settle at Edgehill.  [164]","Discussion of reading of Blackstone and Coke. Debates in the House of\n                     Representatives. References to Maria Jefferson, James Madison, James Monroe,\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Martha Randolph.  [165]","No news from Maria, Martha, or Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [2441]","Opinion, given as member of Washington's cabinet, on Georgia's right to grant\n                     lands to which the Indian claims have not yet been extinguished.\n                         [166]","Introduction for Judge James Wilson of federal Supreme Court who will be in\n                     Charlottesville on his circuit. Regards to Mrs. Lewis.\n                         [2441-a]","News of Martha and Maria.  [167]","An account of her day.  [168]","Plans to settle at Varina, and to buy small farm near Monticello. Illness due\n                     to sun stroke. Superiority of New England farmers to Virginia overseers.\n                         [169]","Jefferson sends copies of an act of Congress concerned with the Judicial\n                     Process [not present].","Accounts with Daniel Ross \u0026 Co. Has been served with a writ on account\n                     of the Prince of Wayles (sic) cargo.  [170]","Is glad she is going to settle in Albemarle. Possibility of moving the\n                     government to Philadelphia. Recurrent headaches. Sailing party with the\n                     President. Mentions Maria Jefferson and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [171]","No clerkship available. Advises study of law in Albemarle where he can share\n                     the use of T. J.'s library with Peter Carr. Outline of course of reading.\n                         [172]","Introducing his relative, Garland Jefferson, for whom Jefferson is providing\n                     board, room, and the use of his law books.  [173]","Introducing Garland Jefferson, his relative.  [174]","Recurrent headaches. Introducing Garland Jefferson, who will share with him the\n                     use of Jefferson's books. Recommendations for his study of law. Possibility of\n                     Congress' moving to Baltimore. Money paid to Dr. Walker, on account of [Dabney\n                     Carr's?] estate.  [175]","Headache. Appreciates Mrs. Eppes's care of Maria. House of Representatives to\n                     remove to Baltimore, but Senate may not concur, wishing to go instead to\n                     Philadelphia. New York climate. Mentions Francis Eppes.  [2442]","Wants Maria's pudding when in Virginia. Foods, birds, maxims, and books.\n                     Headache.  [2443]","Receipt of Mrs. Lewis' letter. Recurrent headaches. Enclosed grains of highland\n                     rice. Advises concentration on wheat rather than tobacco. Price of tobacco.\n                     Congress may remove to Baltimore or Philadelphia. Hams sent by Mrs. Lewis.\n                         [176]","Amendments to the Constitution.  [177]","Apology to the Society of St. Patrick for not accepting their invitation.\n                     Possible sojourn in Philadelphia.  [178]","Returning a letter (of introduction?) for which he expresses thanks.\n                         [179]","Discourse on integrity.  [3127]","May move Maria to New York or Philadelphia when Congress moves. John Trumbull\n                     and paintings in Philadelphia. Letter from Mme. de Corny. Mentions Mrs.\n                     Hamilton, Mr. Church, and Kitty Church.  [2444]","May move Maria to New York or Philadelphia when Congress moves. John Trumbull\n                     and paintings in Philadelphia. Letter from Mme. de Corny. Mentions Mrs.\n                     Hamilton, Mr. Church, and Kitty Church.","Enclosing, to the Governor of New York, a copy of the enabling act for\n                     establishing U. S. courts in the State of Rhode Island.  [180]","Good price for wheat. French Revolution. French West Indies open for trade.\n                     Removal of government to Philadelphia.  [186]","Spanish lessons, chickens, books, crops, weather, and family.\n                         [2445]","Reports on reading for law. Dabney has all needed books. Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., and Patsy at Eppington. His mother ill.  [181]","Thanks for T. J.'s patronage. Will soon leave Washington Henry Academy for law\n                     study in Albemarle.  [182]","Sending the New York Governor copies of the 11. S. Census Act, the act\n                     respecting Rhode Island, and the act for the purchase of the District of\n                     Columbia.  [183]","Advice on her attitude toward Gabriella Harvie, in the event that Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Sr., should marry Gabriella. Prospect of buying land near Edgehill\n                     from Mr.  [John?] H[arvie?],  with\n                     Colonel Monroe as intermediary.  [184]","Aunt Skipwith recovering. Books: Barthélemy's Anacharsis and Gibbon's\n                     Roman Empire. Repairs to Monticello pianoforte.  [2446]","Bob Hemings to take account of Tarquin to Fitzhugh on way to Fredericksburg.\n                     Tarquin lame. Unfavorable rate of exchange prevents drawing on Amsterdam\n                     bankers for Tarquin's price. Mentions packets.  [2447]","Specifications for quarters for the State Department, to be rented from Mr.\n                     Leiper.  [185]","Specifications for quarters for the State Department, to be rented from Mr.\n                     Leiper.  [185]","Letters from Francis and her. Eppington to Richmond mail slow. Mentions\n                     Martha's maid. May establish Martha in Albemarle. Will consult with her about\n                     Maria at Monticello.  [2449]","Maria owes him letters. Will see her and Francis and Elizabeth Wayles Eppes at\n                     Monticello. Mentions puddings and Spanish studies.  [2448]","Randolph's recommendation of Mr. Thompson for consulship in the Canary Islands.\n                     T. J.'s attitude toward personal recommendations of this type. English\n                     undecided as to peace or war. Report on measures, weights, and coins. Declines\n                     membership in the Society of Edinburgh. Model of T. J.'s mouldboard plow.\n                         [187]","Superiority of the Constitution to the Articles of Confederation.\n                         [188]","Plans for return to Monticello in September. Arrangements for residence in\n                     Philadelphia. Model of mouldboard plow. Mentions David Randolph, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., Martin (slave), Mr. Fitzhugh,  [James] Brown , Maria Jefferson.  [189]","Plans for return to Monticello in September. Arrangements for residence in\n                     Philadelphia. Model of mouldboard plow. Mentions David Randolph, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., Martin (slave), Mr. Fitzhugh, [James] Brown, Maria Jefferson.\n                         [189]","Commission to Short, U. S. Chargé at Paris, to purchase forty bottles\n                     of champagne from M. Dorsey of Aij [Aix?], Champagne. Mentions a M. Cousin.\n                         [190]","Memorandum for the purchase of mahogany tables. Martha's marriage to Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr.  [191]","Visit to Rhode Island with President Washington. Plans for return to\n                     Monticello. Harness from France. Marriage of Lady Caroline Tufton. War between\n                     England and Spain. Mentions Mr. Rutledge and Maria Jefferson.\n                         [192]","19th century copy. Horse buying. Mentions Monticello.  [2450]","Return to Monticello via Alexandria, Newgate, or Fredericksburg with James\n                     Madison. Directs slave Bob to go to Monticello. Order for a carriage horse.\n                         [193]","Singing lessons. Dates for arrival of peas, strawberries, marlin swallows, and\n                     whippoorwills.  [194]","Order for table cloths, blankets, teakettle, sugar, cheese, and chocolate for\n                     Monticello.  [195]","Purchase of a horse from Madison. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [196]","Sale of lands on the James River opposite Elk Island to pay his part of Mr.\n                     Wayles' debt to Farrell \u0026 Jones.  [197]","Terms for purchase of a horse. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [198]","To the Chief Clerk of the Secretary of the State's Office concerning\n                     recognition of Mr. McDonogh by the U. S. Government. Renting of T. J.'s house.\n                     Enclosure for William Short. Reference to Mr. Bruce.  [199]","Visited Richmond to buy Edgehill from Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr. for Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., and to sell Cumberland lands to William Ronald. Will sell\n                     Elkhill. John Hanson's mortgage on Cumberland and Beaverdam lands. Received at\n                     Annapolis Hanbury's account against John Wayles. Cannot visit Eppington.\n                     Suggests that John Wayles Eppes go to Princeton College or to Philadelphia\n                     College, may use T. J.'s law books at Eppington or at Mr. Lewis's where James\n                     Monroe can assist him. Mentions Mr. and Mrs. [Henry?] Skipwith.\n                         [200]","Visited Richmond to buy Edgehill from Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr. for Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., and to sell Cumberland lands to William Ronald. Will sell\n                     Elkhill. John Hanson's mortgage on Cumberland and Beaverdam lands. Received at\n                     Annapolis Hanbury's account against John Wayles. Cannot visit Eppington.\n                     Suggests that John Wayles Eppes go to Princeton College or to Philadelphia\n                     College, may use T. J.'s law books at Eppington or at Mr. Lewis's where James\n                     Monroe can assist him. Mentions Mr. and Mrs. [Henry?] Skipwith.\n                         [2451]","Mr. Inis has not credited his tobacco at just prices.  [201]","Debt settlement with Mr. Ross. Sale of Elkhill.  [2452]","Has mentioned the subject (a government post?) Dr. Currie desired to the\n                     gentleman who was to call on him.  [202]","Col. Thomas Mann Randolph's objections to the purchase of Edgehill for Martha\n                     and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Little prospect of buying from Mr. [Edward]\n                     Carter.  [203]","Offers to compromise points at issue in the purchase of Edgehill for Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr.: price, slaves, land included.  [204]","Wine and papers in ship Henrietta, Benjamin Wicks, master, from Havre de Grace.\n                     Witnessed by Sharp Delany and Frederick Phily.  [2454]","Purchase of a horse; Mr. Vernon's horse too expensive.  [205]","Arbitration of affairs of Mr. Mercer.  [2455]","Departing for Philadelphia. Purchase of Edgehill from Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr.\n                     for Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Negotiations with Mr. Carter. Martha at\n                     Monticello, perhaps with Maria. Will see John Wayles Eppes in Philadelphia.\n                         [2456]","Duplicates item  [2456] .  [2457]","Land purchased by Harvie from James Marks, to which Jefferson had a prior\n                     claim.  [206]","Concerning a letter forwarded to Mr. William Short. Recurrent headaches.\n                         [207]","Papers on the matter in dispute with Mr. and Mrs. Reddick to be given to a\n                     lawyer, possibly Colonel Monroe, who will defend Sam Carr in the aid of Mr.\n                     Ronald. The attorney should decide on the advisability of a separate suit for\n                     waste.  [208]","Discusses Dr. Thomas Walker's and John Harvie's settlement of Alexander\n                     McCaul's claim against Peter Jefferson's estate.  [2458-a]","Concerning Alexander McCaul's account [against Peter Jefferson's estate],\n                     mentioning two executors, Thomas Walker and John Harvie. Account against Mr.\n                     Carr's estate has been turned over to Peter Carr.  [209]","See also item  [209] .  [2458]","Conveys Suck and child Philip Evans, Scilla and children Suck, John, Dick, and\n                     George, and Molly, daughter of Mary. Witnessed by Nicholas Lewis and John\n                     Garland Jefferson.  [2459]","Scurrilous piece written against the inhabitants of Charlottesville by a Mr.\n                     Rind, which has been attributed to Peter Carr and Garland Jefferson. Need for\n                     Garland to leave Charlottesville. Mr. Lewis will pay Dr. Walker's account\n                     against Dabney Carr, Sr., since T. J. still owes the Carr estate.\n                         [210]","Nicholas Lewis will pay balance owed to Donald by T. J.  [211]","Delays his opinion on the case of Mr. Harmer's will until his papers arrive\n                     from Paris. Mentions James Madison.  [212]","Wheat crop has cleared all debts except those to  [William] Jones  and Kippen \u0026 Co.,\n                     which will be paid from the tobacco crop.  [213]","Anderson's account of the Hebrides mislaid. Will give up purchase of Edgehill\n                     from his father. Possible sale of glebe at Varina. Considering purchase of\n                     Mazzei's place, plus 300 acres from Colonel Carter.  [214]","Boarding with Hilton. Determined on Jefferson's and Carr's advice to break off\n                     with the unfortunate Rind.  [215]","Thanks for pamphlet and chart. M. Le Roy will distribute pamphlets in Paris.\n                         [216]","Distribution of John Churchman's variation charts and pamphlets.\n                         [217]","Estimate of sums owed to, and charges against, the estate of Peter Jefferson.\n                     Includes state and county taxes, cost of Dabney Carr's education, value of\n                     crops of corn, wheat, and tobacco.  [218]","Plan for regular family correspondence. Messages from Mrs. Waters (née\n                     Rittenhouse) and Mrs. Trist. Arrival of furniture from Paris. France is\n                     emitting great sums of paper money. Possibility of war. Price of wheat.\n                     Mentions Maria Jefferson and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [219]","Col. Bell at Charlottesville will forward reply. Letters to Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., Martha, and Maria. Letter from Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. at\n                     Richmond. House in Philadelphia.  [2460]","Recipient's copy of item  [2460] .  [2461]","Furniture to be forwarded from Norfolk to Monticello.  [220]","Mr. Mazzei authorizes sale of Colle. Possibilities of purchasing [Edward]\n                     Carter's land adjoining. Instructions for planting sugar maple and paccan\n                     (pecan) nut trees. Official account of the western expedition. Wheat prices.\n                     Mentions [Nicholas] Lewis.  [221]","Opinion of the Attorney General on Philip Wilson's application.\n                         [222]","A scolding letter requesting that she write. Furniture delayed. Mentions Maria\n                     Jefferson and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [223]","Payments to Kippen, Richard Randolph, Capt. William Meriwether, and Mr. Walker.\n                     Mr. Harvie and Mr. McCaul paid by Thomas Walker. Mentions Presque Isle.\n                         [2462]","[2463]","Prices in Philadelphia. Note on verso mentions expenses of personnel in the\n                     Foreign Affairs and War and Marine offices.  [2464]","[2465], [N-436]","Lists more than 5000 acres in Monticello, Shadwell, and his other tracts in\n                     Albemarle County, plus 474 acres deeded to Philip Mazzei et al. for the purpose\n                     of maturing wine. Also listed are 157 acres including Natural Bridge in\n                     Rockbridge County, and a lot in Richmond. Details all patents and conveyances\n                     from the original patent until the land was deeded to Peter or Thomas\n                     Jefferson. Portions of his lands had passed through the following hands: Nelson\n                     Anderson, William Byrd, Edward Carter, John Carter, Jonathan Clarke,\n                     ----Crawford, Thomas Garth, Thomas Graves, John Harvie, Edwin Hickman, James\n                     Hickman, Thomas Hickman, William Hickman, James Marks, Walter Monsley, William\n                     Randolph, Robert Sharpe, John Smith, Joseph Smith, Philip Smith, and Thomas\n                     Smith. Mentions Lord Dunmore.  [225]","Lists Bentivoglio, Gordon's, Orange Court House, Downey's Ford, Stevensburg,\n                     Norman's Ford, Elk run Church, Slate run Church, Gaines's, Bullrun, Songster's,\n                     Fairfax Court House, Falls Church, Rapidan, Robinson, Culpeper Court House,\n                     Hedeman, Jefferson, Fauquier Court House, Lacy's Leesburg, Knowland's Cross\n                     Roads, Frederick, Md., German's Gap, Kennerly's, Narrow Passage, Woodstock,\n                     Stover's, Zane's, Winchester, Threetons, McCormack's, Harper's Ferry, Strode's,\n                     Somerville's mill, Wren's, Ravensworth, Richard Fitzhugh, Greenwich, Madison's\n                     Cave, Gilbert's, Colchester, Dumfries, Thomas's, Jones's, Thomson's, Newgate,\n                     Georgetown ferry, and Alexandria.  [2467]","Angry that she has not written. Mentions Charlottesville. Incorrectly dated\n                     1790.  [228]","Angry that she has not written. Mentions Charlottesville. Incorrect date of\n                     1790 corrected by T. J.  [2468]","Angry that she has not written. Mentions Charlottesville. Duplicates items\n                         [228]  and  [2468] .  [2469]","Had hoped to see John Wayles Eppes, but house not done. Peace between Great\n                     Britain and Spain has affected American produce unfavorably. Mentions John\n                     Hanson, crops, Elizabeth Wayles Eppes. Increasing demand for wheat in France.\n                         [2470]","Duplicates item 2470.  [2471]","News from William Short in France: sale of church lands, riot in Paris which\n                     destroyed M. de Castrie's furniture. Copy of the  \n                        Encyclopédie  and of Buffon's works for Mr. Randolph. Needs\n                     warm stockings. Letter for a neighbor from Paris. Mentions Maria Jefferson.\n                         [229]","Mr. Carrol[l] will not act as one of the commissioners for the federal seat.\n                     President thinks Major L'Enfant qualified to make a survey of the ground.\n                         [230]","Importance of the French Revolution in preventing our falling back to the\n                     halfway house, the English Constitution. Fears effect of fiscal arrangements by\n                     our government. Need to augment numbers in the House of Representatives to give\n                     more representation to farmers. Madison's esteem for Mason. Is endeavoring to\n                     get distinction for the French, our useful customers. Send copy of a report.\n                         [231]","Jefferson asks Brown to forward a commission about a tobacco sale to D. Hytton,\n                     or in Hytton's absence to execute it himself. A letter for a Captain Colley is\n                     also mentioned.","News of Martha Jefferson Randolph and her daughter, Anne Cary Randolph.\n                         [232]","Martha's baby, Anne Cary Randolph. Sends John Gregory's  Comparative view of the state and faculties of man with those of the animal\n                        world  for Martha. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. and Jennie.\n                     Spanish and harpsichord lessons.  [2472]","Recipient's copy. Martha's baby, Anne Cary Randolph. Sends John Gregory's\n                         Comparative view of the state and faculties of man\n                        with those of the animal world  for Martha. Mentions Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. and Jennie. Spanish and harpsichord lessons.\n                         [233]","Progress in his reading. Birth of Anne Cary Randolph. Rage of the people of\n                     Albemarle against him (Garland) has abated. Sam Carr's contract with John Carr\n                     for Mrs. Reddick's dower. Peter Carr at Monticello. Request for a watch.\n                         [234]","Compliments Martha Jefferson Randolph. Mentions Sallie Cropper. Incorrectly\n                     dated 1796.  [2472-a]","Acknowledges account for samples of wine of Portugal imported from Lisbon on\n                     the ship Phoebe Williams. Duties owed to Collector, District of Pennsylvania.\n                         [2472-b]","Requests information on shipment of the vis-a-vis. Possibility of marketing\n                     tobacco in Philadelphia.  [235]","Mrs. Trist and Mrs. Waters have inquired for Martha. Hopes she and baby are\n                     well. Mentions Maria and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Letter for Justin P. P.\n                     Derieux.  [236]","Furniture has arrived. Naming of the Thomas M. Randolphs' daughter. Mentions\n                     Jenny and Mrs. Fleming.  [237]","Requests that she list appearance of everything animal and vegetable so as to\n                     compare climates of Monticello and Philadelphia. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., Miss Jenny [Randolph?], Martha Randolph, and Anne Randolph.\n                         [238]","Requests that she list appearance of everything animal and vegetable so as to\n                     compare climates of Monticello and Philadelphia. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., Miss Jenny [Randolph?], Martha Randolph, and Anne Randolph.\n                         [2473]","Concerning his portion of the debts of estate of John Wayles, his\n                     father-in-law. Refers Donald to Francis Eppes as executor.\n                         [239]","Charlottesville-Richmond mail service. Randolph's researches into the opossum.\n                     Crossing a dog and a wolf. His diary. Wants to read Buffon's  Histoire Naturelle  and the  \n                        Encyclopédie.  Health of Maria, Martha, and Anne Cary\n                     Randolph. Martha, Dr. John Gregory, and Mrs. Fleming disagree on baby food.\n                     Mentions Georgetown.  [2474]","Disagreement as to price of tobacco listed in an account with Thomas Adamson\n                     for 1771. Price of tobacco in Richmond and in London. Mentions Messrs. Adams,\n                     Perkins, Buchanan, and Brown.  [240]","To the Collector for the Port of New York concerning dutiable articles,\n                     including newspapers and pamphlets. Mentions Captain Bayley.\n                         [241]","Thanks for forwarding books for public use from W. Nelson. Order for moulded\n                     myrtle wax candles.  [242]","Suggests name of Anne for his granddaughter. Plans to sell his tobacco in\n                     Philadelphia. President's trip to Richmond, Va., Charleston, S. C., Savannah\n                     and Augusta, Ga. Mentions Martha Randolph.  [243]","Tobacco sold to Messrs. Adams, Perkins, Buchannan, and Brown. Richmond merchant\n                     has books.  [2538]","Order for Hughes [Hewes] crab cider. Furniture forwarded to James Brown at\n                     Richmond.  [245]","Reason for Mr. Potter's inability to pay two notes.  [246]","Requesting Fenwick's aid in presenting the case of Justin P. P. de Rieux, to de\n                     Rieux's uncle, M. Le Roy of Bordeaux. Despite de Rieux's worth and hard work,\n                     he is in straitened circumstances and needs help.  [247]","All await his naming of the grandchild. Gift of a habit from Mrs. Lewis.\n                         [244], [248]","Settlement of balance with Mr. Brown. Duty must be laid on grain exported in\n                     British bottoms to equalize chances of our vessels.  [249]","Has sold Albemarle and Bedford tobacco in Philadelphia. Sale of the fired\n                     tobacco in Richmond by Daniel Hylton. Payment to Lyle and Hanson. Payments due\n                     from Wilson. Debts of the John Wayles estate to Dr. Currie and Dobson. Francis\n                     Eppes, executor. White clover is the best improver of lands.\n                         [250]","Payments to Hanson and to Kippen \u0026 Co. will he met from sale of\n                     tobacco. Asks that he accept as payment of debt Mr. Ronald's mortgage bonds on\n                     Cumberland lands sold to Ronald by T. J.  [251]","Bill of lading for the vis-a-vis (carriage). T. J. has sold his tobacco crop in\n                     Philadelphia; asks that Hylton forward it and charge expenses to him.\n                         [252]","Eppes writes about the education of his son, John Wayles Eppes, Monticello\n                     slave \"Martin\" and the sale of some property of Jefferson's.","Order to deliver his tobacco to Daniel Hylton, excepting that which was fired\n                     and that belonging to Nicholas Lewis and B [owling] Clarke for overseers'\n                     shares.  [253]","Congratulations on his granddaughter. Will be glad to have Polly stay with her.\n                     Is delighted with his plans for John Wayles Eppes.  [254]","Surveying matters involving Anderson Bryan, Col. Randolph, and Staples. Claims\n                     on Col. Randolph and James Marks. Mentions Williamsburg and Albemarle County.\n                         [2356]","Desires Bache to make his paper (the General Advertiser), a purely Republican\n                     vehicle of news with general distribution.  [255]","Climates and ladies' veils. John Wayles Eppes with T. J. Botanical data.\n                     Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha, and Anne Cary Randolph.\n                         [2476]","Duplicates item 2476.  [2477]","Mail for George Washington to Camden, Taylor's Ferry, and Mount Vernon.\n                         [2475]","The John Wayles estate will he responsible for the Prince of \"Wayles\" cargo.\n                     Choice of profession for John Wayles Eppes.  [256]","Course of reading. Asks advice on practical side of law. Debts in Williamsburg\n                     unpaid. Draft on Nicholas Lewis. Garland Jefferson a \"close student\".\n                     References to Dabney Carr, [Matthew] Maury, and James Monroe.\n                         [257]","Introducing Mr. Cassinove, of the banking firm of Van Staphorst in Amsterdam,\n                     who is visiting Norfolk and Richmond.  [258]","Introducing Tench Coxe, Assistant Secretary of the Treasury, who has interested\n                     himself in Mr. Parkinson.  [259]","Introducing Mr. Cassinove of Amsterdam. Asks that he show Tuckahoe to him.\n                         [260]","John Wayles' responsibility in case of Guineaman. Effect of death of Col.\n                     Randolph. Obligation of Farrell and Jones in slave trade with Africa. Cites\n                     Freeman 344, Tutthill vs. Roberts. Mentions Mrs. Skipwith's trip to Sweet\n                     Springs.  [2478]","Mr. Wythe too dear a friend to be impartial judge in a matter involving T. J.\n                     Returns to Virginia in fall.  [3126]","Advice on reading and practice of law. Dabney Carr's progress. Delay in payment\n                     of Carr's debts at Williamsburg. Payment of Mr. Wayles' debts has crippled his\n                     funds. References to Nicholas Lewis and Dr. Thomas Walker.\n                         [261]","Sends nankeen care of Mr. Brown, Richmond. Will answer Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr.'s letters to Monticello before joining James Madison in New York. Travel\n                     route: New York to Albany and Lake George, to Bennington, through Vermont to\n                     Connecticut River, thence to Hartford and New Haven and to New York and\n                     Philadelphia. Maria's riding lessons. Mentions Anne Cary Randolph.\n                         [2479]","Importance of good relations with her neighbors. Loss of his vis-a-vis\n                     (carriage) in shipment; possible loss of tobacco and John Eppes' books and\n                     baggage on Captain Stratton's ship. List of books and furniture to be sent to\n                     Monticello. Petit has agreed to come from France as T. J.'s housekeeper.\n                     Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph.  [262]","Washington letter: Indiscretion of J. B. Smith's brother in printing T. J.'s\n                     note in approbation of Tom Paine's Rights of Man has caused a split with John\n                     Adams. Accounts in Fenno's papers. Discourse on Davila. Plan to replace public\n                     records of Virginia burned by the British. Asks permission to copy his letters\n                     to Washington written while governor of Virginia.  [263]","Vaughan letter: Experiments with mountain rice from Africa and Timor. Thanks\n                     for Sacontalá and for Smeaton's book. Astonishment at Burke's  Reflections on the French Revolution.  Paine's\n                     answer. Satisfaction with the new Constitution. Greetings to Lord Wycombe and\n                     Dr. Price. Mentions Dr. Priestley.","Requests payment for Bedford tobacco arrived on Captain Stratton's ship.\n                     Painters should start work Monday.  [264]","Offers bonds backed by mortgages on land sold to Mr. Ronald in payment for his\n                     debts to Lyle, to Kippen \u0026 Co. and to Farrell \u0026 Jones. Mentions\n                         [Alexander] McCaul. [265]","Experiments with mountain rice from Africa and Timor. Thanks for\n                     Sacontalá and for Smeaton's book. Astonishment at Burke's  Reflections on the French Revolution.  Paine's\n                     answer. Satisfaction with the new Constitution. Greetings to Lord Wycombe and\n                     Dr. Price. Mentions Dr. Priestley.  [266]","Prosperity of the Union.  [267]","John Wayles Eppes and Capt. Stratton arrived. Letter to Mr. Fulwar Skipwith\n                     concerning Guineaman. Coming to Virginia, perhaps not Richmond. John Wayles\n                     Eppes's studies. Trip to Lake George, Lake Champlain.  [2480]","Favor from John Wayles Eppes. Letter, this date, to Francis Eppes. Mentions\n                     Anne Cary Randolph. Would have left Maria with Mrs. Eppes, but Martha needed\n                     her at Monticello.  [2481]","Farming notes from Monticello: strawberries, cherries, beans, inoculation of\n                     trees by Anthony. Irregularity of the postal service.  [268]","Thanks for a veil he sent. Study of botany and arithmetic. Her mare is pretty.\n                     Abundance of fruit. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Anne Randolph.\n                         [269]","Beauty of Lake George; Lake Champlain less attractive. Trip through New England\n                     and New York to Philadelphia. Superior climate of Virginia. Good wishes to\n                     Anne.  [270]","Headaches gone. Uncertain when he will return to Monticello. Duke of Dorset's\n                     daughter complains that Martha has not written. Mentions Fulwar Skipwith, Mrs.\n                     Trist, and Mrs. Waters. Asks that tobacco be sent so that he may make payment\n                     to John Hanson. Mirabeau and Duke de Richelieu are dead and Duke de Fronsac is\n                     head of the family. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Maria Jefferson, and\n                     Anne Randolph.  [271]","Geography of Lake George area. Received tobacco reports from Mr. Nicholas Lewis\n                     and Mr. Daniel Hylton. Mentions Martha, Anne Cary Randolph, and Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.  [272]","Geography of Lake George area. Received tobacco reports from Mr. Lewis and Mr.\n                     Hylton. Mentions Martha, Anne Cary Randolph, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [2482]","T. J.'s tobacco will not produce the expected payment on bonds assigned to\n                     Dobson by John Hanson, T. J.'s portion of the John Wayles estate debt to\n                     Farrell \u0026 Jones.  [273]","Postal route from Richmond to Staunton via Tuckahoe, Goochland Courthouse,\n                     Columbia, and Charlottesville. Stores for Monticello sent by Captain Stratton.\n                     Messages for Maria Jefferson, Anne Randolph, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [274]","Commission as judge of District of Vermont sent at same time as those for\n                     attorney and marshal. Encloses a new commission signed by Washington.\n                         [2482-a]","Sugar maple trees from Prince on Long Island. Conversion from tobacco to wheat.\n                     Sale of tobacco crop. Stores for Monticello sent by Captain Stratton. Delay in\n                     return to Monticello.  [275]","Deficiency in payment of his debts from proceeds of his tobacco crop will be\n                     made up by the wheat crop.  [276]","Arrival of Petit from France. News of the Convent of Panthemont which Martha\n                     attended. Stores for Monticello sent by Captain Stratton. President is ill.\n                     News of Mme. de Taubenheim, Botitorer, and William Short.\n                         [277]","Proposes to build and rent a mill to Mr. Divers and others. Letters for P.\n                     Marks and  [Justin P. P.] de\n                        Rieux.  Mentions Mr. Henderson.  [278]","Receipt of tables.  [279]","Wants stores sent to Mr. Brown, Richmond, moved to Monticello. Sent commodes\n                     and chessmen. Petit says chessmen were sent. Asks about Maria's and Martha's\n                     music.  [280]","Wants stores sent to Mr. Brown, Richmond, moved to Monticello. Sent commodes\n                     and chessmen. Petit says chessmen were sent. Asks about Maria's and Martha's\n                     music.  [2483]","Requests information on the public certificates owned by {John?] Paradise which\n                     can be used to pay off his debts.  [281]","Dohrman's, Blair's, Bowdoin's, and George Nicholas, debts to Mazzei. Encloses\n                     copies of papers given to T. J. when he departed to Paris. Advises that he turn\n                     Virginia certificates into U. S. paper, and consult Edmund Randolph about it.\n                     Disapproves of the assumption of state paper at discount. Sale of Colle. Value\n                     of Mazzei's land in Richmond. Will take books in payment of Barrois, debt. Glad\n                     Mazzei is under the wings of the Diet and King. Distaste for his office. News\n                     of Maria Jefferson and Martha Randolph. Greetings to Duchess of Danville and\n                     Duke and Duchess de la Rochefoucault. Mentions Foster Debbs and Mr. Garth.\n                         [282]","See item 2485.  [2484]","Asks about Capt. Hylton's debts to Mazzei. John Wayles Eppes's law studies.\n                     Unsettled time of George Washington's trip to Virginia makes T. J.'s trip\n                     uncertain. Hopes to see Mr. and Mrs. Eppes at Monticello because cannot get to\n                     Eppington. Tobacco unprofitable. Will sell property to settle debt to John\n                     Hanson. Mentions friends at Hors-du-monde.  [2485]","August Davies, proposed postal route from Richmond through Columbia and\n                     Charlottesville to Staunton Washington's illness. Need for replacing a carriage\n                     horse. England's preparation for war. Revolution in Santo Domingo. Estimates\n                     census will total 3,800,000 inhabitants.  [283]","Order for coat and breeches.  [284]","Introducing Tench Coxe.  [285]","Return to Monticello in September. Stores sent by Captain Stratton. Mentions\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Maria Jefferson, and Anne Randolph.\n                         [286]","Introducing Tench Coxe.  [287]","Report on law reading. Requests permission to return to Albemarle where he can\n                     get books more easily and counteract bad opinion of him there. Reference to his\n                     uncle John Garland.  [595]","Date for return to Monticello. Purchase of horse for T. J. by Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. Reference to James Madison.  [288]","Coming to Monticello. Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. will get him a new horse. James\n                     Madison lends horse for trip to Virginia. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.,\n                     Martha, and Anne Cary Randolph.  [2486]","copy. Duplicates item 2486.  [2487]","Visit to Tuckahoe to vote for his father for a seat in the Virginia Senate.\n                     Purchase of Edgehill. Papers relating to the legacy left to M. de Rieux. Stoves\n                     at Mr. Brown's. T. J.'s return to Monticello. Mentions Martha Randolph.\n                         [289]","Tatham writes concerning maps, histories, and guidebooks of Virginia and the\n                     South which he has proposed writing and for which he is currently compiling\n                     material.","[Justin P. P.] de Rieux's letters and power-of-attorney. Will meet\n                     Commissioners of Public Buildings in Georgetown; then to Orange with James\n                     Madison. Requests two wagon horses to meet him. King of France attempts to\n                     escape.  [290]","Order for gilet and breeches.  [291]","Shipment of putty for Monticello by the Sloop Polly.  [292]","Mr. Morris' bonds are to serve as security for his debt to Dr. Currie after Dr.\n                     Griffin has been satisfied.  [293]","Acknowledges receipt of copy of the Corn Law. Refusal of ship masters to render\n                     accounts. Crop of wheat is fine, but corn and tobacco have been hurt by a\n                     drought.  [294]","Requests note for fifty or one hundred dollars. Shipment of tobacco expected on\n                     Captain Stratton's ship.  [295]","Money for trip. Shipment of tobacco expected on Capt. Stratton's ship.\n                         [2488]","Mazzei's claims against Captain Hylton's estate will be referred to Ralph\n                     Hylton. Betsy [Elizabeth Eppes?] has another girl. Invitation to T. J., the\n                     Randolphs, and Maria Jefferson to come to Eppington. Education of John Wayles\n                     Eppes.  [296]","Offer to hire Mr. Shuter's houseboy, Billy.  [297]","Order for myrtle wax candles and Hughes [Hewes] crab cider.\n                         [298]","Requests account of Peter Jefferson's estate, necessary for settlement of Dr.\n                     Walker's account. Will make payment upon the sale of his tobacco. Mentions John\n                     Nicholas.  [299]","Requesting that he come to Monticello to make a settlement with T. J. Mentions\n                     Nicholas Lewis.  [300]","Requests list of tobacco sold to Mr. Donald. Order for muslin, dimity, and\n                     shoes for Maria Jefferson, and cash for his return to Philadelphia. Discusses\n                     various methods of payment.  [301]","To Philadelphia with Maria. To Virginia in Spring to settle with John Hanson.\n                     Cannot find Mazzei's account against Hylton. Perhaps with Blair. Samuel Woodson\n                     and Robert Lewis defaulted on bond; have not paid Eppes money spent on Maria.\n                     To pay John Wayles Eppes. Books from Europe for John Wayles Eppes. Mr. Skipwith\n                     says Wigan, Bevin's administrator, sues T. J. and Eppes. Health of Mrs. Eppes.\n                         [2489]","Hopes for an accommodation in the action by Bevins' executor against them. T.\n                     J.'s opinion of the paper signed by Skipwith and John Hanson (concerning the\n                     Wayles estate). Will not assume responsibility if John Wayles was security for\n                     a debt of Benjamin Harrison to Coles. Mentions Eppington, Hors du Monde, Mrs.\n                     Skipwith, and Mr. and Mrs. Francis Eppes.  [302]","Mr. Lyle to supply copy of Kippen and Company account with estate of Peter\n                     Jefferson prior to first accounts with Mr. Nicholas. Letter from Lyle,\n                     Manchester, calls for delay until T. J. returns from Philadelphia. Accounts\n                     with Mr. Harvie and Dr. Walker.  [2490]","Wilson's account with T. J., covering the bonds of Richardson \u0026\n                     Scruggs, Austin, James, Carter, and Randolph. Will send an order on Wilson to\n                     [John] Dobson for the balance due. Wilson will handle other bonds in the future\n                     for T. J.  [303]","Order on Pope in favor of Andrew Donald for William and James Donald \u0026\n                     Co. to be paid from money collected from Robert Lewis and Samuel Woodson.\n                         [304]","Order on Pope in favor of James Strange for Donald Scott \u0026 Co., to be\n                     paid from collections from Robert Lewis and Samuel Woodson.\n                         [305]","Pope to pay note from proceeds of suits in Henrico District Court against\n                     Robert Lewis and Samuel Woodson of Goochland. Returns to Philadelphia. Pope to\n                     pay Strange or Donald Scott.  [2491]","Nicholas Lewis has given up the management of T. J.'s affairs. Directions for\n                     collection and payment of his debts. Money due from Robert Lewis and Samuel\n                     Woodson. Payment due James Strange of Richmond for Donald Scott \u0026 Co.,\n                     to Andrew Donald for William and James Donald \u0026 Co., and to [John]\n                     Dobson. Stop the suit against Lewis and Ware.  [306]","Payments to [James] Currie, John Dobson, and John Hanson. Loss of tobacco\n                     shipped for Tom Cobbs to Mr. Ballow by T. J.'s slave, Phill.\n                         [307]","Instructions regarding her trip to Baltimore and Philadelphia. Mentions Mr.\n                     Giles.  [308]","Elizabeth Eppes' illness. Purchase of donkey from Mrs. Bolling. John Wayles\n                     Eppes' expenses. [Henry?] Skipwith's sale [of tobacco?] a good one. Fall in\n                     tobacco price. Mentions Nicholas Lewis.  [309]","Payment to Maury through his brother at Fredericksburg.  [310]","Encloses payment promised in letter from Monticello, in care of Maury's\n                     brother, Fredericksburg. Redeemable in U.S. Collector's Office.\n                         [2492]","Difficult trip to Philadelphia. Mrs. Washington's kindness to Maria. Maria's\n                     education at Mrs. Pine's. Washington's speech on land law, militia law, post\n                     office, weights and measures, navigation, and commerce. Arrival of Mr. Hammond,\n                     British Minister. New legislature now sitting in France. Peace throughout\n                     Europe. Mentions Nelly Custis, Martha Randolph, and Anne Randolph.\n                         [311]","Betsy in better health. Mentions John Wayles Eppes and Maria Jefferson.\n                         [312]","Mail difficulties. Bevin's suit. John Wayles Eppes well, reading Coke on\n                     Littleton. George Washington's speech indicates Congress' work load. Mentions\n                     Maria, Mrs. Eppes.  [2493]","[2494]","Will pay John Wayles Eppes for horse gotten by Francis Eppes. To breed a Jack\n                     with Mazzei's Jenny. [Break in text.] Will pay his British debts; objects to\n                     paying those of others. Irregularity in Bevin suit may release T. J. and\n                     Francis Eppes. Maria well, writes to Elizabeth Wayles Eppes. John Wayles\n                     Eppes's studies.  [2495]","Comparison of the newspapers of Freneau and Bache. Desperate state of the\n                     French West Indies. Shipment of clothing for house slaves by Captain Stratton.\n                     Maria, at Mrs. Pine's has received calls from Mesdames Adams, Randolph,\n                     Rittenhouse, Sarjeant, Waters, and Davies. Greetings to Thomas M. and Anne\n                     Randolph.  [313]","Comparison of the newspapers of Freneau and Bache. Desperate state of the\n                     French West Indies. Shipment of clothing for house slaves by Captain Stratton.\n                     Maria, at Mrs. Pine's has received calls from Mesdames Adams, Randolph,\n                     Rittenhouse, Sarjeant, Waters, and Davies. Greetings to Thomas M. and Anne\n                     Randolph.  [313A]","Sending of a Minister to England.  [224]","T. J.'s account with Short. Order for thirty bottles of champagne from M. DORSA\n                     for the President, using money in his, M. Grand's, or M. Van Staphorst's hands.\n                     Request for his traveling expense account to lay before Congress. Seeds and\n                     maple sugar for the Duchess of Danville. Peach grafts for the Duke de la\n                     Rochefoucault. Possibility of exporting maple sugar. Death of Mr. Edmunds,\n                     Eliza Edmunds, a son of Peyton Short, and Sally Short. Eliza and Jenny Short\n                     have gone to Kentucky. Greetings to M. and Mme. de Lafayette.\n                         [314]","Trees from Mr. Prince for Monticello sent to Mr. Brown in Richmond. Mr. Davies\n                     says post started on the 15th. Clothes for the house slaves sent by Captain\n                     Stratton. Cold weather. [David] Rittenhouse will furnish Freneau with\n                     meteorological observations. Love to Martha Randolph.  [315]","Payment of his debts to Dobson, consisting of bond to Farrell \u0026 Jones,\n                     assigned to Dobson, and a bill of exchange from Tabb. Partial payment by orders\n                     on James Wilson and Nathaniel Pope (money received in a suit against Woodson\n                     and Lewis), by money from his 1790 and 1791 tobacco crop, and by the sale of\n                     forty slaves. Mentions Nicholas Lewis. See also Item 316, below.\n                         [2496]","Payment of his debts to Dobson, consisting of bond to Farrell \u0026 Jones,\n                     assigned to Dobson, and a bill of exchange from Tabb. Partial payment by orders\n                     on James Wilson and Nathaniel Pope (money received in a suit against Woodson\n                     and Lewis), by money from his 1790 and 1791 tobacco crop, and by the sale of\n                     forty slaves. Mentions Nicholas Lewis.  [316]","News of Maria Jefferson. Clothes for the housemaids. Books for Martha on\n                     cooking, and for Thomas Mann Randolph on agriculture by Ginani and Duhamel.\n                     Possible sale of wheat in Philadelphia.  [317]","Captain Stratton left with slaves' clothes. Trees received by James Brown.\n                     Defeat of St. Clair in Indian battle on Wabash near Fort Wayne. Preference for\n                     militia over regulars. Affairs in France happily terminated. Greetings to\n                     Martha and Anne Randolph.  [318]","Thomas Walker's account against Peter Jefferson's estate. Confusion concerning\n                     payment to Kippen \u0026 Co. for the estate, made by John Harvie to Mr.\n                     McCaul. Mentions Richard Randolph, David Randolph, Martha Jefferson Randolph.\n                         [319]","Importance of strengthening state governments to prevent encroachment by the\n                     federal government. Specific means for strengthening the executive,\n                     legislative, and judicial branches of the state governments.\n                         [320]","Payment Mullins failed to make to Richard Anderson was to be turned over to\n                     James Strange of Richmond for Donald Scott \u0026 Co.  [321]","Illness of Mrs. Gilmer, Colonel Lewis, and Anne Randolph. Postal route through\n                     Columbia, Charlottesville, and Staunton. Greetings to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [322]","[2497]","[N-410]","Postal route from Richmond through Columbia, Charlottesville, Staunton, and\n                     into Kentucky. The representation bill might have been saved by Richard H. Lee.\n                     Measures for defense of the West. Experiment with peach trees for firewood.\n                     Weariness with public office.  [323]","Expenses for education of John Wayles Eppes. Intemperate letter from John\n                     Dobson in regard to T. J.'s account. No report from Nicholas Lewis concerning\n                     the sale of slaves at Bedford. Mentions Maria Jefferson, Elizabeth Eppes, and\n                     [Daniel] Hylton.  [324]","Will not lease Edgehill (I. e. Elk Hill?) to Mr. Forster, owing to probability\n                     of its sale to pay part of John Wayles estate debt to Farrell \u0026 Jones.\n                     Anxious to receive Nicholas Lewis' account of sale of slaves at Bedford.\n                     Reference to [Daniel] Hylton.  [325]","Desire to leave public office and return to Monticello with Martha, Anne, and\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [326]","Rates for Freneau's newspaper on the postal route from Richmond through\n                     Columbia, Charlottesville, and Staunton, Va. Wants to hear results of his sale\n                     [of slaves]. Requests that  [Bowling]\n                        Clarke  or the manager send his tobacco for sale in Richmond after\n                     its inspection at Lynchburg. Terms for sale of Bedford tobacco. Clarkson is\n                     managing T. J.'s affairs in Albemarle.  [327]","Letters from T. J. and Maria. Information from David Randolph concerning\n                     Colonel Dicke. Return to Monticello.  [328]","Recent illness. Maria Jefferson's refusal to write. Requests information on\n                     wheat, payment of debts and slaves, since Clarkson cannot write.\n                         [329]","Requests certified copy of a deed. Mentions Martha and Thomas Jefferson\n                     Randolph.  [330]","Heavy snow and ice along James River. Hopes snow will prevent multiplication of\n                     the weevil. Mentions Mr. Clarkson and Colonel Carter.  [331]","Dismal journey from Dick Randolph's. Purchase of Edgehill and its slaves\n                     completed. Wants him to return to Monticello. Mrs. Gilsner is recovered from\n                     her insanity. News of Anne Randolph. Greetings to Maria Jefferson.\n                         [332]","A judgment has been obtained for Currie against Dr. Griffin, but that against\n                     the garnishees will take time.  [333]","Homesickness for Monticello. News of Maria Jefferson, Mrs. Trist, and Mrs.\n                     Waters. Leyden Gazette says British were beaten by Tippoo Saib, and were saved\n                     by the arrival of the Mahrattas, suing for peace for Cornwallis. Mentions Mr.\n                     Randolph.  [334]","Demand on Mr. Bannister. Account of sale: slaves brought little, but, with\n                     profit from sale of Cumberland land, will cover installment to John Hanson.\n                     Sale of Elkhill and debts, including those due Jones and Hanbury. Mentions Mr.\n                     Lewis. Health of Maria and John Wayles Eppes. Mentions Elizabeth Wayles Eppes.\n                         [2499]","Glad that Randolph has obtained Edgehill. Books for Maria Jefferson sent by\n                     Captain Stratton. Greetings to Martha Randolph.  [335]","Severe winter. Fate of the country based on gambling scoundrels, the stock\n                     sellers. Fate of the representation bill. The emperor will not meddle in\n                     France's rearming. Postal time between Richmond and Philadelphia. Mr. Clark to\n                     ship T. J.'s tobacco to Philadelphia.  [336]","Instructions for planting Acacia Farnesiana. Gooseberry, lilac, and weeping\n                     willow are leafing. Martins have appeared. References to Elizabeth Eppes, Maria\n                     Jefferson, Martha Randolph, and Anne Randolph.  [337]","Letter for Great Britain and commission to Dr. Barton taken care of for Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr. Shackleford should manure the gardens at Monticello. Copies\n                     of Fenno's Gazette forwarded.  [338]","Payment for candles. Bill for apportioning representatives to each state vetoed\n                     by Washington.  [339]","Letter for British partners. Hares damaged orchard. Gilmer ill.\n                         [2500]","Collection of British debts in Virginia courts.  [2501]","Request as to Doctor Barton complied with. Requests that Mr. Lewis deliver\n                     bonds taken at his sale [of slaves?] to Mr. Eppes, who will use them to pay Mr.\n                     Hanson. Urges that Clarke hurry T. J.'s Bedford tobacco. Randolph's researches\n                     into the opossum. Colonel Monroe leaves soon. Mentions T. Shackleford.\n                         [340]","Receipt of pamphlet attacking him; author unmistakable (John Fenno?).\n                     Criminality of paper money system. Report of rioting around William Duer's\n                     place of confinement.  [341]","Sends a bill instead of damaged tobacco to repay money T. J. paid for him.\n                     Requests copy of Lavater's moral aphorisms for Patsy [Martha Randolph]. Bonds\n                     for Mr. Eppes.  [342]","Correspondence with Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Congress adjourned. James Monroe\n                     will bring watch, Paine's Rights of Man, and T. J.'s copy of Johann Caspar\n                     Lavater's Aphorisms. Mrs. Pine to England; Maria to Mrs. Brodeau. George\n                     Washington to Mount Vernon. T. J. to Monticello. Mentions Anne Cary Randolph.\n                         [2502]","Cites reasons why Washington should continue as President: a public debt so\n                     large that it strains the impost; draining of specie abroad by payments on the\n                     foreign debt; large amount of paper money that encourages speculation, corrupts\n                     the legislature, and menaces the republican form of government. Only hope of\n                     safety lies in numerous representation. Possibility of a split North and South\n                     if the paper money, monarchical interest remains dominant. Negotiations with\n                     England and Spain are at a delicate point.  [343]","To send Ferris' papers to Mr. Madison. The President's arrival. Colonel and\n                     Mrs. Monroe's visit at Monticello. Attempted murder of King of Sweden;\n                     prosperity of French affairs, and rising value of assignats. Probable defeat of\n                     John Jay in New York. Shipment of bacon and tobacco.  [344]","Nicholas Lewis, Jr., returned from Williamsburg with his lady. Airs that the\n                     Lewises have taken of late. Effect of drought on sugar maples, acacias, and the\n                     crops. Illness of Joseph Monroe.  [345]","Hears news of him from Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Patsy. Discusses law\n                     reading, lawyer's prospects. Encloses opinion on the law of waste. (see 22 June\n                     1792 and 18 February 1793) . Reference to Mr. Steward (Archibald Stuart?) of\n                     Staunton.  [346]","Copies of Fenno's and Freneau's newspapers. Possibility that Maria will enter\n                     Miss Brodeaux's school. Instructions to [Bowling] Clarke necessitated by\n                     miserable condition of his tobacco.  [347]","Mr. Baker's explanation regarding a tutor for Mr. Robinson.\n                         [348]","Wheat and corn crop at Monticello and Shadwell. Importance of abolishing\n                     tobacco and Indian corn to protect soil; the area peculiarly favorable to\n                     wheat.  [349]","Attended Charlottesville District Court. Plans for law study.\n                         [350]","Urges him to exercise his legal rights in property entailed to him in England,\n                     with aid from Thomas Pinckney.  [351]","Personnel for mint. Wants Drost and Boulton. Mr. Morris can hire in France.\n                         [2503]","Mrs. Paradise asks inventory of estate in Virginia. Paradise trustees in\n                     England can collect proceeds from sale of public lands.  [2504]","Possibility of Mackay's making a living as a French tutor in Philadelphia,\n                     Baltimore, or Richmond.  [352]","Opinion on the law of waste.  [353]","Concerning T. J.'s return to Monticello, her sister Maria, and advice on\n                     neighbors.","Goods for Monticello sent to James Brown in Richmond via the Schooner Relief.\n                     Mentions George Washington.  [354]","Stores for Monticello. Plans for return to Monticello via James Madison's home\n                     and John Jones' tavern. Mentions Mr. Claxton, Mr. Petit, Mr. Williams, Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr., and George Washington.  [355]","Horses for his return to Monticello. Greetings to Mr. Randolph.\n                         [356]","Receipt of raisins and wine ordered from Guide.  [357]","Farm business. Account for work done by William.  [2505]","To see him again. Mentions Mrs. Rittenhouse.  [2528]","Glad T. J. is at Monticello. Asks for horse in order to attend Court. Regards\n                     to Thomas M. and Mrs. Randolph.  [358]","Lists enslaved persons at Poplar Forest by name, including ages of those under 8 years old. Also lists livestock.","Illness of Martha J. Carr, Lucy Carr, and himself. Jefferson's plans to reside\n                     in Virginia. Asks instructions about returning books. Samuel Carr's education\n                     at Williamsburg.  [359]","Negotiations by William Short and William Carmichael with England and Spain\n                     regarding their interference with the Indians. Dissention among the executive\n                     departments. Disapproval of Hamilton: his policies, his undue influencing of\n                     the legislature, his interference in negotiations with England and France.\n                     Differences of opinion between Hamilton and T. J. regarding the Constitution\n                     and public debt. Justification of Philip Freneau. Asserts that he has never\n                     dictated Freneau's policies except to advise use of information in the Leyden\n                     Gazette. Rivalry between Freneau and Fenno. Importance of a free press.\n                     Anonymous slanders by Hamilton, which he will answer after his retirement.\n                     Mentions writings of Publicola and Discourses on Davila.  [360]","Will sell Elkhill if Greenbrier profits not adequate. Mr. Banks can sell\n                     regardless of mortgages. For purposes of litigation, Greenbrier County might be\n                     in the East Indies. Elkhill safer with T. J. Dr. Taylor's bond. T. J. to\n                     Philadelphia. Martin may have purchaser. Mr. Banks wrote from Alexandria.\n                         [2506]","Memorandum relative to William Short's letter of 15 September 1792.\n                         [361]","Madison encloses letters from Edmund Randolph and Daniel Carroll [not present]\n                     which refer to Alexander Hamilton and Virginia and Maryland politics. Madison\n                     also requests a bag of coffee and comments on the serious illness of T.J.'s\n                     granddaughter, Anne Cary Randolph Bankhead, who is being attended by Dr.\n                     Gilmer.","Hubbard (slave) better shoemaker for Bedford plantation than Peter. Tobacco to\n                     London via Richmond. Mentions Mr. Brown, Mr. Clay, cotton, clover, hemp, wheat,\n                     and slave sale.  [3122]","Household affairs involving butcher, Ben Calvard or Calvert, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., John Quarles, Robert Smith, Thomas Norris, John Henderson's\n                     executors, Thomas Massey, Nicholas Lewis, Joseph Mansfield, wheat, Sheriff of\n                     Albemarle, Peter Marks, Richmond, Va., Daniel Wood, Mr. Clarkson, fencing, hemp\n                     and cotton growing, slaves, stone cutting, limestone, tools, wheel making, wood\n                     cutting, sand moving, log houses, Mr. Henderson, Randolph family supplies,\n                     Christmas livestock lists, grain sales, and orchard grubbing.\n                         [2507]","Brief memorandum of accounts with the following people: Albemarle County\n                     Sheriff, Thomas Bell, James Brown, Benjamin Calvard, Manoah Clarkson, Hierom\n                     Gaines, Henry Guy, John Henderson's executors, John Garland Jefferson, Nicholas\n                     Lewis, Joseph Mansfield, Peter Marks, Thomas Massey, Matthew Maury, John\n                     Quarles, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and David Wood.  [362]","Receipt for books and papers relative to superintendence of T. J.'s affairs\n                     from 1783.  [2507-a]","Official letters forwarded to William Carmichael and William Short re: their\n                     negotiations on behalf of the United States in Amsterdam and expressing fears\n                     that the letters may have been lost at sea.","His son and family have scarlet fever. Concerned about education of grandsons.\n                     Solicits appointment to lighthouse at Cape Henry for Maj. George Wray.\n                         [363]","Request that M. Frouille, Libraire Quai des Augustin[s], Paris, forward the\n                         Encyclopedie.  Order for macaroni. Goods to be\n                     shipped to James Brown in Richmond. Draft on Donald \u0026 Barton, London.\n                         [364]","Thanks for help on business at Le Havre and Paris.  [3128]","Concerning a balance against T. J. in favor of Van Staphorst \u0026 Hubbard,\n                     resulting from public accounts while T. J. was minister to France. Mentions\n                     John Dobson.  [365]","Orders to sell slaves in Bedford and Albemarle. Flooring for the stables Turnip\n                     crop. Maria lives with a Mrs. Fullerton. Greetings to Martha Randolph and to\n                     Miss Jane (Randolph?). Forwards Freneau's and Fenno's newspapers via Mr.\n                     Madison. Mentions slaves Dinah and Caesar.  [366]","Poverty of Etienne Hallet, architect at Georgetown.  [367]","Letter for Messrs. Blow and Milhaddo.  [368]","Anne Randolph's illness. President Washington's scheme of crop rotation.\n                         [369]","Will board with John Shelton, Goochland. Asks for money for winter clothes and\n                     for board. Course of reading. Direct letter care George Jefferson, Richmond.\n                         [370]","Order from Mr. Vaughan on John Hopkins payable to Gamble for account of Mr.\n                     Derieux.  [2510]","Health of Anne Cary Randolph and Thomas Jefferson Randolph. Mr. and Mrs. James\n                     Monroe, James Madison, and remembers of Congress arrived. Republican victory in\n                     Pennsylvania. Monocrats displeased. Mentions Martha and Maria.\n                         [2508]","Duplicates item 2508.  [2509]","Receipt of sugar maple seeds for the President, Mr. Madison, and T. J. Congress\n                     in session.  [371]","Order for myrtle-wax candles. Application from the Mayor of Marseilles that U.\n                     S. merchants be encouraged to send wheat and flour in great quantities.\n                         [372]","Mr. Otis' note. Senate Without a head since the Vice-president is away and R.\n                     H. Lee resigned. Mr. and Mrs. Monroe's arrival.  [373]","Bonds payable to T. J. turned over to John Hanson. References to William\n                     Mickle, Reuben Smith, David Ross, and Robert Wilson.  [374]","Advising that he consult the French minister concerning the weapon he has\n                     developed, or that he apply for a patent.  [375]","No government post available, despite William Short's assurances of Cobbett's\n                     merit.  [376]","Arrived Richmond with Peter and Samuel Carr. Needs money urgently.\n                         [377]","Covering a letter for William Short.  [378]","Information concerning Mme. de la Mariniere and a servant Henri. Determination\n                     to retire. (Jefferson wrote twice to Gouverneur Morris on this date.)\n                         [379]","Plan to retire. Request for purchase of threshing machine. Peace concluded with\n                     Wabash and Illinois Indians.  [380]","Denies that Mr. [Stephen?] Sayre has any claim against the U. S. Treasury.\n                     Indian prospects improved. Delay of [Thomas?] Barclay's mission.\n                         [381]","Wants copper bell.  [3129]","Order for waistcoat and breeches.  [382]","Plans to retire. Directs mail to successor.  [2511]","Receipt of money. Discourse on good conduct.  [383]","Anne Randolph's illness. Mr. Randolph's absence. Mentions Maria and Thomas\n                     Jefferson Randolph.  [384]","Request that he secure Mazzei's gun from Mr. Hunter and place it with Joseph\n                     Jones of Fredericksburg. Rejection by Congress of proposal that executive heads\n                     meet with Congress.  [385]","Forwards agricultural pamphlet. Instructions regarding books, hams, and a\n                     stalactite in Richmond. Reported surrender of Dumourier to the Duke of\n                     Brunswick. Mentions Philadelphia's Peale Museum, Brussels and Ostend, Belgium.\n                         [386]","Urges that she avoid use of medicine for Anne Randolph. Mentions Maria\n                     Jefferson, Thomas Jefferson Randolph, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [387]","[Archibald] Cary's executors promise payment to the Wayles estate. Purchase of\n                     donkeys.  [388]","Request for money to pay debts to [M. \u0026 J.] Myers, incurred in marriage\n                     of her daughter. Pure air of Monticello cured fever.  [389]","Proceeds from John Wayles's estate to be placed with James Brown, Richmond.\n                     Horse breeding. Retreat of Duke of Brunswick. John Wayles Eppes well. Mentions\n                     Mrs. Eppes.  [2512]","Lower French duty on U. S. tobacco; drafts on Brown for Clow \u0026 Co., J.\n                     G. Jefferson, [Matthew] Maury; payment due from Cary estate.\n                         [390]","Motions concerning weights and measures, now pending in Senate committee, and\n                     formerly considered by House of Representatives committee.\n                         [2513]","On the renting of Elkhill.  [391]","Anne Randolph's return to health. Postal information. Visit of an Indian of the\n                     Peoria Nation. Blanchard's balloon ascent. French affairs. Renting of Elkhill.\n                     Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [392]","Renting of Elkhill to John Ashlin on share-crop basis. Mentions H. Mullins.\n                         [393]","Wants Mrs. Pine's price for portrait of James Madison.  [2514]","Payment from [Archibald] Cary's estate to John Wayles' estate. Defeat of the\n                     Duke of Brunswick. Price of wheat. Mentions Burgoyne, Cornwallis, John Wayles\n                     Eppes, and Maria Jefferson.  [394]","Letter from Mr. Fenirch (i.e. Fenwick?) concerning Derieux's legacy. French\n                     victories. Letters for Mr. Vaughan and Mr. Fenirch.  [395]","Regrets that he cannot lend Gayer $600 to set up a type-founder business.\n                         [396]","Anne Randolph's health; slaves' clothes; Mr. Blanchard's balloon ascent.\n                     Mentions Maria Jefferson, Mr. Randolph.  [397]","News of Anne and Thomas Jefferson Randolph. Delay in receiving letters\n                     concerning the books and stalactite. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [398]","Permission for John Wayles Eppes to accompany the commissioners to the Council\n                     of Indians. Edmund Randolph's bonds available to pay John's expenses. Mentions\n                     Elizabeth Eppes and Maria Jefferson.  [399]","Concerning payment due from Colonel Bell.  [400]","Regarding Mr. Fenwick's bill, and funds sent through Richard Gamble.\n                         [401]","Daniel Hylton's letter on the sale of Elkhill to Dr. Taylor and Banks; payment\n                     in bonds backed with Greenbriar land. Debt to Farrell \u0026 Jones.\n                         [402]","Regarding sale of Elkhill. Deliver bonds to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [403]","Acknowledgment of letters. Information from Hylton concerning the sale of\n                     Elkhill. Asks about sale at Bedford. Instructions regarding building at\n                     Monticello (stables?).  [404]","Instructions regarding Mr. Chambers' invention.  [405]","T. J. Wrote to Randolph Jefferson. James Kinsolving bought Dinah and children\n                     from Clarkson. Col. Lewis and Col. Bell set value. Bedford sale. Kinsolving\n                     joined by John Burnley. Limestone and wood cutting, orchard grubbing. Stable to\n                     be built. Martha's report of Charlottesville fire premature. Dyvers and Lindsey\n                     lost heavily. Will tell Mr. Hylton at Richmond about stalactite. Clothes for\n                     slaves at neither Monticello nor Mr. Brown's. Anne Cary Randolph ill; Gilmer\n                     treating. Martha writes to Maria. French victory.  [2515]","Uncertainty as to his retirement from office. Building of his canal in\n                     Albemarle. Mentions Anne Randolph, Samuel Clarkson, Mr. George, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., and George Washington.  [406]","See 1793 December 2,  [535] .  [407]","Sale of a horse.  [408]","Acknowledging receipt of Mr. Randolph's letter.  [409]","Prospective visit to Tuckahoe. Deep snow. Account between Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Sr. and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Mentions Anne and Martha Randolph, also\n                     seeds, grape cuttings, fruit trees, and calacanthus roots.\n                         [410]","Reasons for delay in sending money to pay her debt to [M. \u0026 J.] Myers\n                     and T. J.'s bond to Dabney Carr's estate. Greetings to Mr. and Mrs. Terrell,\n                     his newly married niece. Attached is Peter Carr's opinion on waste (relating to\n                     the estate of Samuel Carr), which belongs with Carr's letter of 28 May 1792.\n                         [411]","Procedures in the case of lost loan office certificates. Renting of 2,000 acres\n                     of land. Mentions [Samuel] Biddle.  [412]","Randolph's letter to Maria. Monticello work. Bedford sale. Will secure Maryland\n                     tenants for land on Shadwell side of river and will hire slaves to the tenants.\n                     To Head of Elk when Congress adjourns. Horse, Brimmer. Joseph accidentally\n                     killed Matchless. Now has old pair and Tarquin, to be sold. Capt. Swaille of\n                     schooner Mary bound Norfolk to Richmond brings slaves' clothes care Mr. Brown.\n                     Note adds that model threshing machine comes by Capt. Weymouth, ship Ellice,\n                     New York to Norfolk, care Col. Gamble. Machine to be moved from Richmond.\n                         [2516]","Adjournment of Congress. Slaves' clothes sent to Richmond on Schooner Mary,\n                     Captain Swaile. Mentions James Monroe, Anne Randolph, Thomas Jefferson\n                     Randolph, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and slave Bob.  [413]","Adjournment of Congress. Slaves' clothes sent to Richmond on Schooner Mary,\n                     Captain Swaile. Mentions James Monroe, Anne Randolph, Thomas Jefferson\n                     Randolph, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and slave Bob.  [413]","Kentucky Constitution. Letter from William Short.  [414]","Sauterne wine. Feeding of horses. Mentions Joseph Fenwick, U. S. Consul at\n                     Bordeaux.  [415]","Concerns a request for something lodged at Monticello.  [416]","More time for John Wayles Eppes because Commissioners to Indian Treaty delayed.\n                     Mr. Cary's executor to send money for moving. Mentions Elizabeth Wayles Eppes.\n                         [2517]","T. J. encloses a letter (not present) to Mr. Carmichael.","Renting of his lands near Shadwell. Mentions trip to Brandywine and Elkton,\n                     Va., to secure tenant for his mill. References to Samuel Biddle and Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.  [417]","Letters received. Plan to rent lands on the Shadwell side of the river.\n                     Inquiries in the House of Representatives regarding actions of the Secretary of\n                     the Treasury. Control of Congress by stockjobbers and bankers. Republican\n                     victory in the new Congress.  [418]","Delay in returning to Monticello. Directions for construction at Monticello.\n                     Procurement of workmen in Philadelphia.  [419]","Receipt of letters. Bill in favor of William B. Giles. Marketing of Bedford\n                     tobacco. Scarcity of cash and depression in public paper. Views of the\n                     Republican and fiscal parties concerning payment of the debt. Constitutionality\n                     of the Bank. Desire for peace.  [420]","Money for John Wayles Eppes. Payments from the Cary estate.\n                         [421]","Proposal to rent Cox's house.  [422]","Mr. Barton replaced by Mr. Sergeant who will answer suit against Griffin.\n                     Military land rights west of Ohio and Act of Congress affecting them. W.\n                     Ronald's affairs. T. J. protected by land mortgage and Beaverdam land\n                     transaction.  [2518]","Urging that Mr. Randolph use the slaves for his convenience in the garden. Has\n                     rented a house in the country. Plan to return to Monticello. Mentions Maria\n                     Jefferson, Thomas J. Randolph, and Anne Randolph.  [423]","Renting of Cox's house.  [424]","Distribution of money which may be obtained from suits against Lewis and\n                     Woodson to Donald Scott \u0026 Co., William and James Donald, and James\n                     Monroe. References to Nathaniel Pope, Nicholas Lewis, and John Dobson.\n                         [553]","John Wayles Eppes's trip to the Indian Treaty. Has given up Philadelphia house;\n                     moving furniture to Virginia. John Wayles Eppes should study at Williamsburg.\n                     Books from Ireland addressed to T. J. care James Brown, Richmond. Packages from\n                     England. Carr money. Mentions Mrs. Eppes and Eppington.  [2519]","Duplicates item 2519.  [2520]","Orders precautions to be taken by Consular Service in event of war in Europe.\n                     Consuls' surety bonds. Forwarding of mail to Secretary of State at\n                     Philadelphia.  [2520-a]","Trees, grass, and garden at Monticello. Fenno's newspapers sent by Mr. Madison.\n                     Mentions Mr. Hawkins, Colonel Monroe, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [425]","Asks opinion on recovery of slaves under grandfather's will. Intends to begin\n                     law practice in summer, location undecided.  [426]","Recommends trip to England by American vessel rather than by packet, because of\n                     prospects of war.  [427]","Reports on reading. Return of T. J.'s books. Request for money. References to\n                     Peter and Samuel Carr.  [428]","Complaint to the Postmaster General concerning lack of punctuality of the post\n                     rider from Richmond to Charlottesville.  [429]","Books from Dublin and from Alexander Donald in London. Shipment of Bedford\n                     tobacco to France. War between England and France. Furniture sent aboard the\n                     Sloop Union, Captain Bradford, to Richmond. Special instructions regarding\n                     looking glasses.  [430]","Will write Mr. Randolph. War reported among France, England, and Holland. John\n                     Wayles Eppes to study at William and Mary College. Letter from Mr. Carr.\n                         [2424]","Maria's illness. Mr. Boulding sent by Jacob Hollingsworth as prospective tenant\n                     for lands near Shadwell. Furniture sent to James Brown in Richmond. War between\n                     France, England, and Holland. John Eppes at William and Mary College. Letter\n                     from Mr. Carr. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [431]","Disposal of William Short's property in the public funds. Mentions James Brown.\n                         [432]","Valuation of slave Mary [Hemings?]. Request that he supply J. Garland Jefferson\n                     with necessities. Mr. Derieux's affairs. Dearth of money in Philadelphia.\n                     Mentions Nicholas Lewis and Dr. Gilmer.  [433]","Advises Dabney Carr to begin study of law. Unable to advise Peter as to best\n                     site for law practice in Virginia. He is free to revive the question of his\n                     claim to slaves. Pamphlets for Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., including articles\n                     signed \"Timon\".  [434]","Letter for Dabney Carr advising him to secure Coke's Institutes, a law\n                     dictionary, and White Kennett's Compleat History of England. Peter Carr\n                     controls slaves. Mentions Virginia, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha, \"Timon.\"\n                         [2521]","Account of Peter Gordon, shoemaker. Beverly Randolph at Baltimore. George\n                     Washington expected at Philadelphia. Mentions Maria, Francis, and Elizabeth\n                     Wayles Eppes.  [2522]","Courses of reading for Jefferson and Dabney Carr. Suggests he stand at the bar\n                     in the fall. Refers him to Thomas Bell in Charlottesville for funds.\n                         [435]","William Short's certificates.  [436]","William Penn mail. No progress with Mr. Hammond. Wants Mr. Droz for mint.\n                         [2523]","Considering living between Petersburg and Richmond, to practice in the district\n                     courts of Brunswick and Lunenburg Counties. Prefers to get clothes from John\n                     Shelton rather than from Thomas Bell. Need for money.  [437]","No news from Monticello. Maria ill. Bizarre scandal rumored in  Richmond Gazette.  Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [2524]","Opinion on the right of the U. S. to renounce their treaties with France,\n                     citing Grotius, Puffendorf, Vattel, and Wolf as authorities.\n                         [438]","Discharging of Gordon's account. Decree with regard to [Archibald] Cary's\n                     estate. Reference to Bizarre scandal. [Anne Cary] Randolph and Richard Randolph\n                     have been absolved in Cumberland court. Mentions Mr. Campbell and Mr. Marshall.\n                         [439]","Connection of herself and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. with Bizarre scandal.\n                     Mentions Richard Randolph, Anne Cary Randolph of Bizarre, and David Randolph.\n                     Livestock; and gardening. Mentions Maria.  [2525]","Financial difficulties make it necessary that Garland get his clothes from\n                     Thomas Bell. Approves Garland's district for law practice.\n                         [440]","Bonds deposited by Bowling Clarke. Bonds taken by Mr. Hylton for Elkhill not\n                     yet arrived. Damage to grain by the weevil. Barley, wheat, rye, clover, and\n                     mocking birds at Monticello. Loan of two pamphlets, one on \"popery laws\" in\n                     Ireland. Mentions Martha Randolph and the children.  [441]","Purchase of Wilson Miles Cary's estate, Rich Neck, by Miles King, Dr. William\n                     Foushee, William Hylton, and Daniel Hylton. Sends sample of their lumber for\n                     Edmund Genet.  [442]","Explanation why he bought from Shelton and Harris rather than Thomas Bell.\n                     Borrowing books from Monticello. Reference to William Pope.\n                         [443]","Mentions Monsieur de Noailles (a kinsman of Madame Lafayette). Inquires of\n                     Madame de Corny and [Maria] Cosway. Comments that he thinks America is \"the\n                     only country of tranquility, and should be the asylum of all those who wish to\n                     avoid the scenes which have crushed our friends in Paris.\"","Letter covering Mr. Cruger's? papers.  [444]","George Washington at Mount Vernon. Maria has mumps. Manager from Elkton.\n                     Maryland tenants. May ask Clarkson to take east side of river. Effects in\n                     France of Dumouriez's desertion. Brittany insurrection, possible war between\n                     England and France. Threshing machine. Mentions Maria.  [2526]","Enjoyment of the trees at his house. Provision for celery and endive for the\n                     winter. Mentions Maria Jefferson and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [445]","Congress to convene. Must meet Madison in Philadelphia or at Monticello.\n                     Trouble with French Minister and with England. Letter to James Monroe.\n                         [2527]","Payment for   A[rchibald] Cary's estate.\n                     Polly's letter to her aunt.  [446]","Date of arrival of peaches and corn; peas at Monticello. Need for enriching the\n                     soil at Monticello with manure. Possibility of peace between England and\n                     France.  [447]","Introducing [Edward?] Livingston.  [448]","Introducing [Edward?] Livingston.  [449]","Anxious regarding failure to acknowledge his letters. Death of Roger Sherman.\n                     Mentions [John?] Blair and [Matthew?] Maury.  [450]","Asking Knox to direct enclosure to Judge Symes of Jersey. Proposition for\n                     publishing rules of August 3 (Genet affair?) in newspapers with suggested\n                     preface.  [2527-a]","Requesting Randolph to deliver confidential letter to James Madison.\n                         [2527-b]","Sum due Derieux from Mr. Vaughan.  [452]","Forwarding of claret and stores to Monticello. Mentions Archibald Campbell of\n                     Baltimore.  [453]","News of D. Randolph. Arrangement for exchanging Tarquin for another horse.\n                     Wine, stores, and clothing for the slaves at Monticello. Mentions Jupiter, Tom\n                     Shackleford, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [454]","Letter for Mr. Domal. Requests information about threshing machine. Delay in\n                     his departure.  [455]","Promises shipment of tobacco to aid Donald in the calamity (bankruptcy) that\n                     has befallen him. Plans to return to Monticello. Books received. Mentions James\n                     Brown and Mr. Marshall.  [456]","Payment for wine. Mentions draft on Donald \u0026 Burton.\n                         [457]","Payment for the Encyclopédie. Failure of Donald \u0026 Burton.\n                         [458]","George Hammond's refusal to give passports to French passengers.\n                         [459]","Exchanging Tarquin for another horse. Washington's trip to Mt. Vernon. Plan to\n                     send off the rest of his furniture, in preparation for his return to\n                     Monticello.  [460]","Misfortunes of M. Lenblhon, a fugitive from Santo Domingo awaiting passage to\n                     France.  [461]","Concerning two boxes of china sent by [Edward?] Dowse.  [462]","Mail from Philadelphia. News of James Madison, Colonel, Mrs., and Eliza Monroe.\n                     Effect of weevil on wheat crop. Mentions Mr. Clarkson, Martha Randolph, and\n                     Maria Jefferson.  [463]","Payments on T. J.'s bond and bill of exchange.  [464]","T. J.'s debt to Montgomery \u0026 Henry. Mentions Nicholas Lewis.\n                         [465]","Will pay expenses of slaves who will meet at Shuter's tavern to exchange\n                     horses.  [451]","Forwards letter from Ballanger. John Vaughan's account.  [466]","Reasons why Mr. Gregoire is not appointed consul at Dunkerque. Consular service\n                     at Bordeaux, Nantes, and le Havre. Mentions Mr. Barksdale, Francis Coffin, and\n                     Benjamin Franklin.  [467]","Letters for George Hammond, Mr. Van Berckel, Mr. Viar, and Mr. Jaudenes\n                     regarding passports and letters requested by the Charitable Committee of\n                     Baltimore.  [468]","Wythe's address delivered to President Washington.  [469]","Independence Day Sermon.  [470]","Exact location of the Maryland-Virginia boundary as given in his Notes on\n                     Virginia I.; [Jacques?] Cassini's method of computing latitude compared with\n                     Mason and Dixon's; George Mason's papers.  [471]","It is not permitted to place consuls in the British Islands (West Indies?).\n                         [472]","Plague in Philadelphia. Colonel Hamilton ill. Washington has left for Mt.\n                     Vernon. T. J. to go to Monticello.  [473]","Duty on package at the Custom House in Bermuda. Yellow fever in Philadelphia.\n                     References to Robert Gamble, Alexander Hamilton, George Washington, and Henry\n                     Knox.  [474]","Instructions regarding letters for Gouverneur Morris.  [475]","Return of a Senator for Delaware to be sent to the Secretary of the Senate.\n                         [476]","Requesting passports for 430 passengers to France from Baltimore. Mentions\n                     Samuel Sterrett of Baltimore, Captain Ardouin of the Marianne and Captain\n                     Dupouy of the Nouvelle Rosalie.  [477]","Receipt of an ink pot. Letter for Thomas Pinckney covering a bill of exchange.\n                     Owing to epidemic of yellow fever in Philadelphia, Hamilton, Washington, and\n                     Knox have left.  [478]","Passports from Mr. Hammond for those seeking passage to France.\n                         [479]","Order to pay money due John Ross.  [480]","To the Governor of Maryland, concerning the improper actions in Baltimore of\n                     French agents (A. C. Duplaine? Genet?).  [481]","Acknowledging receipt of resolutions of the inhabitants of Petersburg\n                     commending the President's conduct in pursuit of peace.  [482]","Request for a loan of $100, the amount of an order on Benjamin Bankson.\n                         [483]","Balance due from John Vaughan. Yellow fever in Philadelphia.\n                         [484]","Payment of money due Ker made through Mr. Bankson. Mentions note of J.\n                     Bringhurst.  [485]","Letter to Mr. Sergeant. Mentions fever and Mrs. Currie. Hopes to leave\n                     Philadelphia.  [2529]","Fever killed Dupont, French Consul, and Wright, the painter. Lieper said dead.\n                     J. Barclay ill. Hamilton and wife well. Banks open. Mentions George Washington\n                     and Congress.  [2530]","Plans to return to Monticello because of the yellow fever epidemic in\n                     Philadelphia.  [486]","Value of lands beyond the mountains. Balance due Peter Derieux.\n                         [487]","Money due her left in the hands of Mr. Bankson.  [488]","Books and wine shipped to T. J. via Gamble in Baltimore. Mentions Sloop Polly,\n                     James Tibbitt, master.  [489]","Urges Bankson to get out of Philadelphia during the epidemic. Mentions Mr.\n                     Crosby and Mr. Grey.  [490]","Covering letter for a group of letters and documents including letters patent\n                     revoking the Exequatur of A. C. Deplain, Vice Consul at Boston, letters to A.\n                     C. Deplane, Mr. Genet, and [Gouverneur] Morris. Letters patent to be published\n                     in Fenno's and Freneau's papers.  [491]","Covers a commission for Mr. Dannery as Consul of France at Boston and a letter\n                     for Mr. Genet.  [492]","Returning Mr. Frank's letter discussing damage to our commerce in the West\n                     Indies.  [493]","Commission for Mr. Dannery as French Consul in Boston; letters to Mr. Genet and\n                     Mr. Bankson.  [494]","Answer to Bournonville's letter sent for the President's approval. Mentions\n                     Benjamin Bankson and Mr. Dandridge.  [495]","Note to Tench Coxe.  [496]","Messrs. King, Pratt, et al., owners of ship Andrew, should apply to France for\n                     indemnification for cargo of rice seized at Lorient and detention of the\n                     vessel. U. S. Minister, Gouverneur Morris, will exert pressure for the owners.\n                         [497]","See 2 December 1793.  [498]","To the Commissioner of Loans regarding William Short's loan office\n                     certificates. Mentions James Brown.  [499]","Bonds from the sale of slaves, from Mr. Ronald for Cumberland lands, and for\n                     the Elkhill lands should discharge T. J.'s bonds to William Jones. Mentions\n                     Daniel Hylton.  [500]","Order to deliver bonds on Elkhill lands, from Banks \u0026 Taylor, to\n                     Richard Hanson, to discharge T. J.'s bonds to William Jones of Farrell\n                     \u0026 Jones.  [501]","Letter of credit for Anna Scott Marks. Estate of John Wayles. Mentions Mr.\n                     Myers and Francis Eppes.  [502]","Letter of credit for Anna Scott Marks or Martha Carr.  [503]","Notifying his sister that a letter of credit for her use has been sent to\n                     Martha Carr.  [504]","Requests funds for his mother.  [505]","Payment to Herman LeRoy (of mortgage bond secured by Henrico County land given\n                     to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., by his father) to be made by the wheat crop at\n                     Varina, now ready for market. Refers to David Ross and Alexander Donald.\n                         [506]","Payments made on T. J.'s bill of exchange and bond.  [507]","Letter of introduction for Tobias Lear. Mentions Boyd's brother in\n                     Bladensburgh.  [508]","Introducing Tobias Lear, formerly President Washington's secretary, who\n                     proposes to establish in commerce in the city of Washington.\n                         [509]","Letter of introduction for Tobias Lear.  [510]","Letters of introduction. References to C. W. F. Dumas in Amsterdam, Van\n                     Staphorst \u0026 Hubbard, and to Mr. Greenlief. The Revolution has turned\n                     adrift many of his French friends.  [511]","Forwarding of books, letters, and papers. Wheat crop prospects. Illness of a\n                     slave. Mentions Samuel Biddle, Watson, Dr. Gilmer, Martha Randolph, and Maria\n                     Jefferson.  [512]","Will pay Martha Carr the money from the execution of Wayles' representatives\n                     against Archibald Cary's estate. Account of Carr's debut in Albemarle Courts is\n                     flattering. References to Francis Eppes and Carter Page.  [513]","Terms of repayment of mortgage on Varina, land owned by Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., son of Colonel Randolph of Tuckahoe.  [514]","Sale of goods shipped from France for Peter Derieux. Mentions John Vaughan.\n                         [515]","Transferral of William Short's government stock from Richmond and New York to\n                     Philadelphia.  [516]","Transferral of William Short's government stock (U. S. loan office\n                     certificates) from New York and Richmond to Philadelphia.\n                         [517]","Letter for Mr. Mewbern of Richmond. Yellow fever epidemic in Philadelphia is\n                     over. Return of Congress and President Washington.  [518]","Thanks for forwarding his orrery (astronomical instrument). Mentions David\n                     Randolph and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [519]","Request that he deliver T. J.'s telescope to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [520]","Inquiries as to T. J.'s health. Illness of Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr. Removal of\n                     T. J.'s furniture to Belvedere. Health of the \"colored part of the family.\"\n                     Purchase of T. J.'s horse, Tarquin. Mentions Maria Jefferson.\n                         [521]","Requesting his salary for the quarter. Mentions possible removal of Congress to\n                     Lancaster, Pa., because of the yellow fever.  [522]","Patenting of the cotton gin. Its practicability. Mentions advertisement by\n                     Pearce of the Patterson Manufactory.  [523]","Requesting that Taylor endorse a note for him and send it to John Kean.\n                     [George?] Wythe's money received.  [524]","Wishes both Dover and Varina to stand as security for debt of Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., to Mr. LeRoy. Mentions Mr. Bayard.  [525]","Payment of $100. Congratulations on his resurrection (death reported in\n                     newspapers).  [526]","Payment of his debts and of Joseph Fenwick's draft.  [527]","Order for red clover seed for Elk Hill. Terms for the new overseer [at Elk\n                     Hill] the same as for Samuel Biddle.  [528]","Money to be passed to the credit of Mrs. Carr.  [529]","Gift of the horse Tarquin. Letter to Archibald Stuart. Instructions for Samuel\n                     Biddle to get sheep from Stuart. Questions advisability of acting as his\n                     father's executor. Greetings to Martha and Maria.  [530]","Purchase of sheep at Staunton, to be sent to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., or to\n                     Samuel Biddle, overseer at Monticello. Stuart's offer of potatoes. France\n                     triumphant in the North.  [531]","T.J. expresses his concern for the imprisoned Lafayette and doubts that\n                     President Washington will have any influence in obtaining his release; regrets\n                     the loss of Madame de Corny's fortune in the Revolution; conveys dismay that\n                     Maria Cosway has retired to a convent; wishes Angelica and Kitty would come\n                     visit at Monticello; announces the marriage of his daughter Martha and his\n                     forthcoming retirement from politics and his joy at retiring to Monticello with\n                     his family, farm and books.","Refusing his offer of quarters.  [532]","Death of Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr. Dissatisfaction with terms of his will,\n                     drawn by John Harvie. Failure of Daniel Hylton to move T. J.'s furniture. Bond\n                     to Mr. LeRoy. Mentions James Brown, Martha Randolph, and Maria Jefferson.\n                         [533]","Return to Philadelphia of George Washington, Dr. and Mrs. Waters, and Mr.\n                     Trist. French triumphant. Revolution in Santo Domingo. Freneau's and Fenno's\n                     papers have been discontinued. Mentions Edmund Randolph, the Duke of Brunswick,\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Maria Jefferson.  [534]","Receipt of money for acceptance of Martha Carr's drafts on T. J. (Enclosures:\n                     her drafts of 2 February and of 10 October 1793, in favor of William Austin and\n                     Mr. Myers, respectively.)  [535]","Appointment of Eli Alexander as overseer of Shadwell. Suggests he go via\n                     Richmond. Purchase of red clover seed. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. and\n                     Samuel Biddle.  [536]","William Short's loan office certificates. Furniture for Monticello. Mentions\n                     Mr. Hague, John Hopkins, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [537]","Shipment of threshing machine by the Ellica, Captain Waymouth.\n                         [538]","William Short's loan office certificates.  [539]","William Short's loan office certificates.  [540]","Randolph's debts to Herman LeRoy. Horses for T. J.'s return to Monticello.\n                     Arrangements for Eli Alexander, overseer on east side of the Rivanna.\n                     Discontinuation of Freneau's and Fenno's newspapers. Important victories of the\n                     French. Toulon in enemy hands. Death of Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr. Mentions\n                     Maria, Samuel Biddle, Mr. Fitch, [Byrd] Rogers, Dabney Carr, Fredericksburg.\n                         [541]","Replies to his letter of August 16th to President [George Washington]\n                     concerning the misfortunes of Lafayette, and assures him that the means most\n                     likely to effect his release have been employed.","Directions for the making and repairing of watches and clocks.\n                         [542]","Payment for the threshing machine. Truce established by Algiers, Portugal, and\n                     Holland. Letters to Messrs. Van Staphorst, Mr. Church, and Robert Leslie.\n                     Mentions ship George Barclay.  [543]","Refusing to lend him money or to refer the solicitation to the President.\n                         [544]","Letter to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Letters from Martha and Maria. Mr. Watson\n                     makes writing desk. Saw Sally Cropper who was at Trenton at Mrs. Fullerton's\n                     house. Maid died of fever. Wants horse at Fredericksburg for his return to\n                     Monticello. Information regarding Eli Alexander of Elkton, who is to take\n                     charge of Shadwell farm under Byrd Rogers.  [545]","Letter to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Letters from Martha and Maria. Mr. Watson\n                     makes writing desk. Saw Sally Cropper who was at Trenton at Mrs. Fullerton's\n                     house. Maid died of fever. Wants horse at Fredericksburg for his return to\n                     Monticello. Information regarding Eli Alexander of Elkton, who is to take\n                     charge of Shadwell farm under Byrd Rogers.  [2531]","Printed bond for 108 pounds, 10 shillings, signed by John Depreast, Jr. and\n                     Daniel Perrow of Cambell County, Va.; not signed by TJ; witnessed by Bowling\n                     Clark and Barnerd Franklin.","Red clover seed. Eli Alexander's departure.  [546]","Shipment of books and furniture to Robert Gamble in Richmond. Order for a ton\n                     of nailrod.  [547]","Debt of the John Wayles estate to Mr. Welsh. Mentions Francis Eppes, an\n                     executor, and Farrell \u0026 Jones, creditors of the estate.\n                         [548]","Horses for return to Monticello. Retirement from office is definite. Shipment\n                     of books and furniture. Printed copy of correspondence with Genet and Hammond\n                     to be sent soon. Relations with England and Spain. England has let loose the\n                     Algerians on us. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Maria Jefferson.\n                         [549]","Listing items received from John Hopkins, James Brown, and Patrick Kennon.\n                     Postscript memorandum to Short reports resignation as Secretary of State; to be\n                     succeeded by Edmund Randolph.  [550]","Delay in shipment of furniture. Gift of horse \"Tarquin.\" Edmund Randolph\n                     succeeds T. J. Arrangements for meeting horses at Fredericksburg. Mentions Mann\n                     Page and Peter Carr.  [551]","Order for wine to be sent to Richmond.  [552]","Shorts public bonds. New Secretary of State yet unnamed. Letter from Peyton\n                     Short.  [555]","Fragmentary reference to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Maria writes to Mr.\n                     Randolph.  [2532]","Poetry on verso.  [2533]","Cost of slave labor, referring to Buffon's tables, compared to cost of free\n                     labor in England, using Suffolk as example.  [2533-a]","Case concerning Thomas Mann Randolph, Sr.'s mortgage on Varina, payable after\n                     his death by his son, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Deed for Poplar Forest to\n                     Martha Jefferson. Mentions David Ross.  [554]","Road to the Thoroughfare.  [2534, N-542]","Settlement of unidentified estate. Advising suit against Gen. Harrington as\n                     executor. Ignorance of North Carolina laws, judges, and courts. Infants' legal\n                     rights. Recourse open to federal district and supreme court of U.S.\n                         [2534-a]","Patents dependent on Virginia-Kentucky and Virginia-North Carolina boundary\n                     disputes. Mentions Walker Henderson Line.  [556]","T. J.'s overseer lists 139 cattle and 203 hogs.  [557]","Account with Donald and Burton from Charlottesville. Mentions Clow and Company.\n                         [2535]","Cf. Betts, Garden Book, Plate XV. Shows boundary with river.  [2536,\n                        N-543]","Taylor explains the mechanics of a drill plow which he is forwarding to\n                     Jefferson.","Mr. Jones's Monroe papers omit deeds on R. and D. Randolph. John Marshall sent\n                     note on Guineaman. May go to Bedford. Receipt in John Randolph case. Mentions\n                     Elizabeth Wayles Eppes, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha, Mr. Wickham, Mr.\n                     Innes, Mr. and Mrs. Skipwith.  [2537]","Advises study of French with Martha Randolph. Plans sale of his law books.\n                     Martha Carr, Maria Jefferson, and Miss Cary mentioned.  [558]","Order for tea. Reference to [Joseph] Mussi.  [559]","Bill of exchange for Messrs. Van Staphorst includes money for Philip Mazzei.\n                     Request for prices of German and British osnaburg, cotton cloth, striped\n                     blankets, and plaid hose for slaves. Mentions Mr. Blair.  [560]","Frees Hemings, son of Betty Hemings. Witnessed by Dabney Carr and John\n                     Nicholas.  [2537-a]","Delay in returning Thomas Mann Randolph's wagon. Shipment of nailrod from\n                     Richmond. Asparagus for Martha. Mentions [Thomas] Bell and slaves Billy and\n                     Zachary.  [562]","Arrival of Billy. Difference of opinion between George Wythe and Edmund\n                     Pendleton on division of Dabney Carr's property and slaves after death of\n                     Barbara O. Carr. Portion due Peter Carr. Shipment of nailrod. Payment to John\n                     Taylor for drill-plow. References to Mr. Stras, John Harvie.\n                         [563]","Conference concerning attacks on freedom of speech.  [561]","The Dover sale. Request that Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., remit Mr. Stras' money\n                     to [Joseph] Mussi in Philadelphia. Shipment of nailrod, a drill-plow, and\n                     clover. Wheels for T. J.'s chariot. Wheat crop improved by cold weather. News\n                     of Anne and Thomas Jefferson Randolph, Mrs. Peter Marks, Dr. [George] Gilmer.\n                     Mentions Mr. Snelson and Maria Jefferson.  [564]","News of Thomas Jefferson Randolph. Cold weather. Hughes, overseer at Varina,\n                     should relieve Thomas Mann Randolph at Varina. [Bowling] Clarke reports short\n                     tobacco crop and loss of a horse.  [565]","Clover seed. Cold weather. Arrival of a mule. Col. [Thomas] Bell's illness.\n                     Mentions Martha Randolph. Partly illegible.  [566]","Crisis regarding mortgage on Varina. References to Herman LeRoy and Dover\n                     plantation.  [567]","Hammond introduces William Strickland to Jefferson.","May buy slave Nance from Mr. and Mrs. Hastings Marks. Wants Callis to arrange\n                     purchase.  [2539]","Introducing Mr. Strickland.  [568]","List of law books to be forwarded to Stuart at Staunton by Col. [Thomas] Bell.\n                     Requests Staunton clockmender for work on Monticello clocks. Mentions Dabney\n                     Carr. (List of books previously unpublished.)  [569]","[2540, N-544]","T. J. writes to Remsen concerning the purchase of a machine for cutting nails,\n                     noting that he is finding \"nail making profitable and convenient ... and is ...\n                     getting more into it.\" He notes that he has a dozen hands already emplyed and\n                     expects to increase thier number. He concludes with a note about the\n                     possibility of the French making peace with their continental enemies and adds\n                     a postscript about some enclosed bills of exchange [not present].","Bohemian glass.  [2541]","Writes about being home with his family and wishes that she and her husband\n                     were nearby. Wishes to hear news of Catharine Church. Mentions that his\n                     daughter Martha Jefferson Randolph is absent and writing a letter to Maria\n                     Cosway.","Letter of introduction for Mr. Peyton, merchant of Milton, to trade in\n                     Philadelphia. Barnes to send tea, glasses, tin plates, solder, and pure tin by\n                     Peyton. J. Bringhurst knows supply of pure tin.  [2542]","Order for panes of glass for Monticello.  [570]","Banks's suit against T. J. as former governor of Virginia.\n                         [2543]","Warrant for 100 acres of land in Campbell County. Surveyed by Richard Smith\n                     (i.e., Stith).  [571]","Copy of plat and surveyor's courses for 100 acres of land surveyed for T. J. in\n                     Campbell County.  [572]","Patent for 800 acres in Bedford County, a part of the Poplar Forest tract,\n                     surveyed for John Wayles by Richard Stith, 20 March 1770, and patented in the\n                     name of T. J., 1795. Plat shows adjoining lands belonging to Richard Callaway,\n                     William Callaway, and Mr. Moseby.  [573]","Bread lists for Monticello, Mr. Petit, and Mr. Page. Labor lists for\n                     Monticello, Tufton, Shadwell, and Lego. General clothing list. Lists white\n                     workers Mr. Buck, Mr. Watson, Mr. Bailey.  [2544]","List of articles needed at Varina. Greetings to Maria and the children.\n                         [574]","Mr. Payne's foreclosure of mortgage on Derieux's tenement leased from Wood.\n                         [575]","Mr. Randolph's wagon. News of Thomas Jefferson Randolph. Depositions of the\n                     Shocko inspectors. Cold weather. Peter Carr at Philadelphia. References to\n                     Maria Jefferson and Anne Randolph.  [576]","Frees Hemings, son of Betty Hemings. Witnessed by John Carr and Francis\n                     Anderson. Recorded by John Nicholas, Clerk, April Court, 1796.\n                         [2545]","Cold weather; Randolph's affairs at Edgehill; scarcity of corn; payment of Mr.\n                     Divers; land grants in Bedford and Campbell Counties. Action regarding tobacco\n                     passed by Cobb (tobacco inspector) around 1786. Mr. Faris to pick up machine\n                     from Mr. Britton. Construction work (at Monticello?). References to Peter Carr,\n                     [Robert?] Gamble, and to Shadwell.  [578]","John Barnes to act for William Short in collecting interest on stock from the\n                     Treasury or Bank of the U.S. Witnessed by Thomas Bell, justice of the peace for\n                     Albemarle County; certified by John Nicholas.  [2545-a]","Marriage of Captain Allcock to Mrs. [Mildred] Walker. Plowing at Monticello and\n                     Edgehill. Peas, clover, groceries at Monticello. References to [Thomas] Bell,\n                     Adrien Petit, Mr. Page, and Mr. Robertson.  [579]","T. J. reports that the blinds have arrived safely.","Conveying 400 acres of land on Hardware River in Albemarle County inherited\n                     from Peter Jefferson.  [580]","Assignment to Mrs. Henderson by special Commissioners (William Clark, Robert\n                     Snelson, John Watson) of her dower in the estate of her husband, Bennett\n                     Henderson, deceased: profits of mill and warehouse, buildings and land, town\n                     lots at Milton. References to her son, John Henderson.  [581]","Surveyor's difficulty in keeping up with legislative changes.\n                         [582]","Enclosing draft of Nicholas' house plans. Needs good overseer.\n                         [583]","No conveyance by Peter Jefferson recorded in Lunenburg County 1750 to 1757.\n                     Will search in Bedford and Halifax Counties. Pleased that Washington will not\n                     serve another term.  [584]","Order for window glass, paid for by draft on John Barnes.\n                         [585]","Covering letter for an account with Henderson, McCaul \u0026 Co. Records\n                     receipts from James Brown, Christopher Clark, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [586]","Payment for window glass by draft on John Barnes.  [587]","T. J. asks Rutledge for 20 bushels of cowpeas, gives instructions on shipping\n                     to Charles Johnston \u0026 Co., Richmond and payment through John Barnes of\n                     Philadelphia, and discusses improvements he has made on the Lieth machine for\n                     threshing wheat in Virginia and rice in South Carolina. T. J. continues with a\n                     discussion of how much unmerited abuse and praise he has suffered in public\n                     service, his wish for retirement, the outcome of the election of 1796 which he\n                     knows Adams will win adding \"I know well that no man will ever bring out of\n                     that office the reputation which carries him into it. the honeymoon would be as\n                     short in that case as in any other, \u0026 it's moment of extasy would be\n                     ransomed by years of torment \u0026 hatred.\" He predicts he will live in\n                     peace while Adams will be shipwrecked in the gathering storm, but nevertheless\n                     urges Rutledge to continue in national public office for \"there is no bankrupt\n                     law in heaven by which you may get off with shillings in the pound, with\n                     rendering to a single state what you owed to the whole confederacy.\"\n                         [2545-b]","His gift of bed ticks, sheets, and blankets now at [Thomas] Bell's. Thanks for\n                     eggplants.  [978]","News of her friends, Miss Geddis and Miss McKain. Unable to provide Miss Bruni\n                     a place in his carriage. Permission to remain at Varina.  [588]","See Item 588.  [2546]","Spring earlier at Monticello than at Fredericksburg. Loneliness for Maria and\n                     Martha. Healthfulness of Monticello compared with Varina. References to Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr., and Billy Wood.  [589]","Apologies to the militia captains for Thomas Mann Randolph's absence. Clover,\n                     mules, price of wheat.  [590]","Illegible copy dealing with tobacco.  [591]","Patent for 100 acres on Ivy Creek in Campbell County, adjoining Wilkerson,\n                     Johnson, Tullos.  [592]","Welcomes her home to her native country and comments that the agitations of\n                     Europe have reached even the United States. Inquires of Madame de Corny, Maria\n                     Cosway, and Catharine Church.","Her marriage to John Wayles Eppes. Offers Pantops. Can make road to Edgehill to\n                     make it close as Monticello. Congressional debates.  [2547]","Box containing mammoth's tooth and another bone which Mr. Johnston has in\n                     Philadelphia. Tooth to be addressed to Prince of Parma, delivered to Yrujo,\n                     Spanish minister. Notes, one paid to Charles Johnston and Company. Mentions Mr.\n                     Short.  [2548]","Is repacking the enormous (fossil) tooth. Incloses invoice for sash doors and\n                     his account. Draft in favor of C. Johnson; W. and S. Keith's notes. Tobacco\n                     prices.  [593]","Account of Mr. Lote.  [594]","Santo Domingo revolt. Concern about slave revolts in U.S. Financing government\n                     in U.S. and Europe.  [2549]","Draft on William Short's account. Yellow fever epidemic has emptied the city.\n                         [596]","Marriage of Maria Jefferson and John Wayles Eppes. Will make settlement like\n                     that with Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. and Martha Jefferson Randolph. Rather than\n                     Poplar Forest, giving Pantops opposite Monticello. Angola exchange; interests\n                     in Bedford. Monticello roofing.  [2553]","Encloses power of attorney for Barnes to draw on William Short's dividends for\n                     payment to James Monroe in Philadelphia.  [2549-a]","Binds Francis, Elizabeth Wayles, and John Wayles Eppes of Chesterfield and\n                     Thomas and Maria Jefferson. Francis Eppes conveys land at Bermuda Hundred on\n                     James River and at Martin's Swamp next to David Meade Randolph's land. T. J.\n                     conveys Pantops, formerly Smith land on Rivanna River in Albemarle, slaves,\n                     etc. Witnessed by Richard Richardson, Hugh Chisolm, and Matthew Toler.\n                         [2550]","Binds Thomas and Maria Jefferson of Albemarle and Francis, Elizabeth Wayles,\n                     and John Wayles Eppes of Chesterfield. T. J. conveys Angola on Appomattox\n                     River, Cumberland. Francis Eppes conveys Bermuda Hundred, Chesterfield. T. J.\n                     conveys Pantops, formerly Smith land, on Rivanna River, bounded by Lego,\n                     formerly Edwin Hickman land, and slaves.  [2551]","T. J.'s power of attorney confirmed. James Monroe's draft. Yellow fever\n                     epidemic. Letter to [James Thomson?] Callender.  [597]","News of Maria's health. Greetings to Martha and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [598]","Letter for Mr. Henry. Mr. Blount and Mr. Beckley may read it.\n                         [2552]","[2554]","Letters from John Wayles Eppes and Kitty Church. Discusses harmony in marriage.\n                     Mr. Bolling's drunkenness at Chestnut Grove. Virginia estates.\n                         [2555]","Mentions Mrs. [James] Monroe, Madame de Corny's improved situation, and\n                     receiving a letter from Catharine Church. Comments on news from a Mr.\n                     Niemcewitz, a Polish gentleman, that Maria Cosway has thrown herself into\n                     religion since the loss of her daughter and other circumstances","News of his daughters, Maria\" Jefferson Eppes and Martha Jefferson Randolph.\n                     Invites her to Monticello.","Jupiter reports theft at Monticello; York (slave) suspected. References to\n                     [Richard] Richardson, overseer at Monticello, and George (slave). Order for\n                     window glass and for the last edition of Linnaeus' Gerlera Plantarum.\n                         [599]","Received in Virginia letter about Fénelon's\n                     Télémachus. Edition equal to those from Europe.\n                         [2556]","Bill of exchange to Samuel H. Smith.  [2557]","Letter delivered to General Kosciuszko. Possible war with France, whose\n                     attitude, like England's, threatens U. S. commerce. Kosciuszko disappointed at\n                     France's peace with Austria; had hoped his country would rise again.\n                         [600]","Importance of proper adjustment of both federal and state governments.\n                     Differences in Congress respecting comparative influence of the two.\n                         [601]","Martha established at Belmont after move from Varina. Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                     has wheelwright, carpenter, smith, and other workmen. Mr. and Mrs. P. Carr\n                     visiting. Ellen's health.  [2557-a]","Need for nailrod at Monticello's nail manufactory. Need for a journeyman\n                     blacksmith. Tobacco crop. References to slaves George, James, and Page.\n                         [602]","George Jefferson to handle letter. Mr. Page and George know how to handle seed\n                     when arrived at Charlottesville or Milton. Box for Mr. Strickland. French\n                     Directory acted against Philadelphia's English merchants.\n                         [2558]","Purchase of horses and mules. Mr. Hore [Browse] Trist unlikely to purchase\n                     [Nicholas?] Lewis' farm, since he prefers the country near Frederick County,\n                     Va., or Berkeley County, [W.] Va.  [603]","Would make her private secretary at Monticello. Letter from John Wayles Eppes.\n                     Richmond mail. Orders for Quarrier to deliver chariot. May visit Eppington.\n                     Work at Monticello. Congress to adjourn late. Mr. Trist rents George Nicholas'\n                     house in Charlottesville.  [2559]","Discussion of the XYZ Affair; Charles Talleyrand.  [604]","Work done by George at Monticello. XYZ Affair. Suspects Talleyrand's honesty.\n                     Tobacco prices. References to Wilson Cary Nicholas and Thomas Walker. T. J.'s\n                     return to Monticello.  [605]","Shipment of trees and a harpsichord. Supply of lumber for work at Monticello.\n                     Tobacco and corn crops. Purchase of horses. Books by Lescarbot and Champlain.\n                     Accident to his horse Darlington. References to Davenport, George (slave), and\n                     to [Richard?] Richardson.  [606]","Power of attorney.  [2559-a]","Bill of exchange to James Cary.  [2560]","Bequeaths property to T. J. to purchase slaves and give them liberty. See also\n                     1819 May 12 for T. J.'s refusal to execute will.  [607]","XYZ Affair. Possibility of war. Cannot visit Eppington. Hopes John Wayles Eppes\n                     and Maria can go to Monticello.  [608]","Letter to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Maria and John Wayles Eppes should go to\n                     Richmond from Monticello. Politics. Randolph children likely to forget T. J.\n                         [2561]","Letter from Mr. Eppes. Congress to adjourn. Wants Maria and John Wayles Eppes\n                     to go to Monticello. Harpsichord at Monticello. Mentions Eppington, Eppes\n                     family.  [2562]","Proposed trip to Monticello. Trip to Petersburg and Shirley. Smallpox\n                     vaccination. Harpsichord at Monticello. Mentions Polly Archer, Mary J. Bolling,\n                     Martha J. Carr, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Bolling Walker, John Walker, and\n                     Tabby Walker.  [609]","Acknowledges receipt of various letters. Forwards book by Lescarbot. Tobacco\n                     crop at Shadwell. George's difficulties in handling the slaves. People\n                     suspicious of Federal law empowering recruitment of army.\n                         [610]","Hopes to see Maria at Monticello. Maria's harpsichord in good condition.\n                     Reports from Charles C. Pinckney, John Marshall, and Elbridge Gerry on\n                     relations with France. Greetings to Mr. and Mrs. Francis Eppes and John Wayles\n                     Eppes.  [611]","Detestable triumph of principles (Alien and Sedition Acts etc.) repugnant to T.\n                     J. Note for Mr. [Hore Browse?] Trist. Things are well at Belmont, Dunlora, and\n                     Carrsbrook. Medicines required.  [612]","Sum due William Short from U.S. Treasury to be paid John Barnes. Mentions Bank\n                     of U.S.  [2563]","Expresses pleasure at Croft's letter on the German and English languages.\n                     Criticism of Johnson and Skinner as etymologists. Proposals for simplifying the\n                     study of Anglo-Saxon. Approves Croft's idea of a dictionary as a general index\n                     to literature.  [613]","Affirmation of principles of the Kentucky Resolutions.  [614]","Phraseology of a paper concurring with the Kentucky Resolutions.\n                         [615]","Lucy has increased her family. Plans to set out for Philadelphia. News of John\n                     Wayles Eppes, Francis Eppes, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Ellen Randolph.\n                         [616]","Illness resulting from trip to Philadelphia via Fredericksburg. Republican\n                     Party advances in the public mind. Greetings to Thomas Mann Randolph and the\n                     children.  [617]","English reasons for war with France.  [2564]","Recent illness. Plans for Monticello in the spring.  [618]","Assistant Postmaster General needs date of mail irregularity reported by\n                     Garrett and Mr. Watson.  [2565]","Bill of exchange to John Francis.  [2566]","Christmas festivities. All well at Monticello. Visit to George Dineer. Mentions\n                     Martha, Virginia, Nancy, and Ellen Randolph.  [619]","Sale of lands at Bermuda Hundred and Martin's Swamp. Receipt from Mr. Page.\n                     Maria Eppes' health improving.  [620]","Bill of exchange to Mrs. Gardner, washer woman. Receipted by Jacob Lawrence for\n                     Mrs. Gardner.  [2567]","Possible renting of his land at Bermuda Hundred. Advantages of the property.\n                     Poor quality tenants in that area. References to Monticello, Mont Blanco, Maria\n                     Eppes, and the Randolphs.  [621]","Letter by British packet. Logan's trip to France. John Barnes will pay funds\n                     due. Mentions Virginia, Hamburg, Paris, newspapers.  [2568]","Bill of exchange to Stevens Thomson Mason. Receipted by Richard Williams for\n                     Stevens Thomson Mason.  [2569]","Advising reason not rashness (regarding the Alien and Sedition laws).\n                         [622]","Measures against the Alien and Sedition laws.  [623]","Sale of Eppes' lands, and hiring of his slaves by Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                     Recruiting army for French war. Bill to retaliate on French citizens if French\n                     injure impressed seamen. Copy of [John?] Nicholas' pamphlet.\n                         [624]","Quotes Ossian. Trip to Monticello. Eppington, via Fredericksburg and Richmond,\n                     too far. T. J. thinks she is at Montblanco. Letter to John Wayles Eppes.\n                         [2570]","Duplicates item 2570.  [2571]","Petitions from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York against standing armies\n                     and the Alien and Sedition Acts.  [625]","Too ill to go to Philadelphia. Pendleton's republican ideas to be published in\n                     Richmond. Virginia politics.  [2572]","Martha Randolph has arrived from Belmont. Attempts to make Monticello\n                     habitable. Hopes for visit from Maria. Mentions John Wayles Eppes.\n                         [626]","Subscriptions to U. S. Government loan of five millions. William Short's\n                     certificates. Good for Monticello, including linseed oil, sweet oil, figs and\n                     raisins, sash doors, cloverseed, groceries, and books, shipped aboard the Sloop\n                     Little Jim.  [627]","Myers' account of his travels in France not available in Philadelphia. Payment\n                     of drafts for T. J. and William Short. Scrip is down. Goods and bill of\n                     exchange sent to General Kosciuszko in care of Messrs. Nicholas and Jacob Van\n                     Staphorst and Hubbard via the ship Stadt Hamburgh, Capt. Heer Sjoerds. Planes,\n                     saws, plants, coffee, and rice ready for Sloop Sally, Capt. E. Potter.\n                         [628]","Invoices enclosed. Plants for Monticello. Letter for [Benjamin F.] Bache.\n                     Payment to Joseph Roberts. Reference to Mr. Bartram.  [629]","Goods, bills of exchange, and letters for General Kosciuszko shipped aboard the\n                     Stadt Hamburgh, to Van Staphorst \u0026 Hubbard. Mentions [William?]\n                     Adamson.  [630]","Doubts he can visit Eppington. Work done by Page on J. W. Eppes' land. News of\n                     Peter Carr, Samuel Carr, Dr. and Mrs. [Benjamin F.] Bache, Champe Carter,\n                     Dupont de Nemours, and Ellen Randolph.  [631]","Certificates for William Short. Chimney piece in charge of Mr. Dorsey. Letter\n                     enclosed from [Tench] Coxe.  [632]","Grievances of people of Charlottesville and Milton to go to Mr. Divers.\n                         [2573]","Account with T. J. Payment to Joseph Roberts. Tobacco prices falling.\n                     Recommends barter of tobacco for clothes. Great risks involved in shipments to\n                     Europe. Scarcity of money.  [633]","Crop prospects poor. Has given Page corn for Eppes' slaves and horses until\n                     harvest. Urges early visit to Monticello.  [634]","[2574]","Bill of exchange to Dr. David Jackson.  [2575]","Mr. Brand's patent for 1,000 acres of land. Doors made for T. J. by Mr. Trump.\n                     Nailrod from Joseph Roberts.  [635]","Conveying 669 acres of land in Goochland County, including Elkhill, which T. J.\n                     had purchased from Henry and Anne Skipwith. Witnessed by David Bullock, Elisha\n                     Leak, Lilburne Lewis, Randolph Lewis, and James Martin. Recorded by W. Miller,\n                     Clerk of Goochland County.  [636]","Discussed Kentucky-Virginia resolutions with Madison. Persuaded by Madison to\n                     omit references to secession. Loss of John Nicholas and visit of John Marshall\n                     to Kentucky create problems.  [2576]","Order for payment to George Jefferson \u0026 Co. for $500.","Witnessed by James Dinsmore, Robert Bolling, and Richard Richardson. Mentions\n                     Monticello.  [2577]","Lease for a part of Shadwell for five years, the rent to be paid in gold or\n                     silver money. No field to be sown in corn more than one year; each field to lie\n                     fallow or be sown in peas or clover for two years. Witnessed by Robert Bolling,\n                     James Densmore, and Richard Richardson.  [638]","Congratulations on [Thomas] McKean's election [as Governor of Pennsylvania].\n                     Republican party in Pennsylvania. Reformation of Congress at least two years\n                     away. Protagonists of England and France in Congress.  [639]","Oliver Ellsworth and James Iredell working toward a monarchy through common law\n                     doctrine. Washington's attitude. French misfortunes and British aggressions.\n                         [640]","John Haden to guide Chickasaw Indians to see Governor in Richmond.\n                         [2578]","Kentucky Resolutions. Popular opposition to the Alien and Sedition laws.\n                         [641]","[William] Woods defeated Peter Carr in election. [Wilson C.?] Nicholas and T.\n                     J. delayed by snow. News of Eppes' slaves. Agrees to engage Powell (as\n                     overseer?). Reference to Mr. and Mrs. Francis Eppes.  [642]","Conveying his share of Bennett Henderson's estate, excepting his interest in a\n                     mill and a lot and house in Milton. Witnessed by Marbell Camden, William\n                     Gambill, and Bennett [H.] Henderson. John Henderson's bond for James\n                     Henderson's performance of contract, 28 December 1799, witnessed by Thomas\n                     Concord and John Agg. Woodson's assignment of his title to Craven Peyton, 25\n                     April 1801, witnessed by Samuel H. Woodson and Bred. Gaines. (See letter from\n                     Jefferson to Peyton regarding purchase of Woodson's share 15 January 1801).\n                         [643]","On same sheet as  [2706] , 1805 March 26.\n                         [2579]","William Short's U.S. Treasury account payable to John Barnes.\n                         [2580]","Wheat crop. Mentions Mr. Donald and Philadelphia.  [2581]","Solution of a geometrical problem from Jonathan Williams'  Thermometrical Navigation. [644]","Bill of exchange to Tench Coxe. Receipted by Ezekiel Foreman for Tench Coxe.\n                         [2582]","Birth of Maria's daughter.  [645]","Houdon's equestrian statue of Washington in the Capitol at Richmond. Prices in\n                     Paris, Rome, and Florence. Mentions sculptor Ceracchi.\n                         [2582-a]","Writes fond remembrances of her visits, and mentions his daughters Martha\n                     Jefferson Randolph and Mary Jefferson Eppes and that the latter has become a\n                     mother.","Factors involved in low tobacco prices. Possibilities of peace in Europe.\n                     Subscription to newspapers and to prices current. Yellow fever epidemics.\n                     Gouverneur Morris' oration on the death of George Washington.\n                         [646]","Kentucky Resolutions. Judiciary district for the West. Fear for republicanism\n                     in France. References to Napoleon Bonaparte and the Directory.\n                         [647]","Sends book by Joseph Priestley. Discussion of Augustin Barruel's Antisocial\n                     Conspiracy. Religious and philosophical doctrines of Wishaupt, Godwin, and\n                     Morse.  [648]","Importance of minority rights with majority rule. Danger of a military force.\n                     Bonaparte's overthrow of the French Constitution.  [649]","Death of his coachman, Jupiter, at Fredericksburg. Orders for bottling cider.\n                     Mentions [Richard] Richardson.  [650]","Maria's illness; attended by Dr. Turpin.  [651]","Bill of exchange to Maurice Rogers.  [2583]","Bill of exchange to John Hawkins.  [2584]","Death of Maria's child. Failure of the mails. Plans to visit her on the way to\n                     Monticello. Inquiries about her health. References to Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., and John Wayles Eppes.  [652]","Maria's illness.  [653]","Bill of exchange to T. J.  [2585]","Parliamentary irregularities of Continental Congress and U.S. House of\n                     Representatives. Senate better. Encloses text of T. J.  A\n                        Manual of Parliamentary Practice  for Wythe's corrections.\n                         [2586]","Envoys at Lisbon. Sell tobacco to Mr. Lieper, not to French. Bordeaux and\n                     London prices. West Indies stock. John Barnes to pay draft. New York market.\n                     Congress to adjourn.  [2587]","Explains how the proceeds from his annual tobacco crop are used to pay his\n                     supply merchant in Virginia.","For nails received from [Richard] Richardson by Carr and Thomas Bell.\n                         [654]","Nails and brads delivered by R. Richardson.  [2588]","Aversion to ceremony and wish to avoid newspaper publicity. Visit to Eppington.\n                     Progress of good sense and Republicanism.  [655]","Sent box of plants and plaster of Paris. Instructions for construction at\n                     Monticello. Horses to meet him at Eppington. References to Davy Bowles,\n                     Nicholas Lewis, Reuben Perry, and Mr. Short.  [656]","Plans for trip to Monticello via Eppington or Mont Blanco. References to John\n                     Wayles Eppes, Francis Eppes, Martha Randolph, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [657]","Maria's health restored. T. J.'s trip to Mont Blanco. Mr. Powell has agreed to\n                     go to Monticello (as overseer?). Reference to Miss Church. Death of [John?]\n                     Bolling.  [658]","Suit against D. Mossis, involving James Ross, Mr. Skitt, P. Cours, and Colonel\n                     Morrir. Lilly's efficiency as overseer. Wheat crop, fruit, and sheep in good\n                     condition. [Richard] Richardson's work on T. J.'s apartment. Ursula's illness\n                     due to poisons of the \"Buckingham Negro conjuror.\" Forwards sheeting samples.\n                         [659]","Discusses arrangements to have horses sent from Monticello to the home of John\n                     Wayles Eppes, where he intends to rest for a few days.","Accountwith John Barnes, his commission agent and financial manager.\n                         [670]","Covering an account. Packages in the hands of Mr. Sheaff. Shipment of goods\n                     including china and oil. Eight per cent stock looking up. Purchase of\n                     government stock for William Short, Tadeusz Kosciuszko, and T. J. Medicine from\n                     Dr. Jackson. References to Mr. Stewart (Gilbert Stuart?) and G. Simpson.\n                         [660]","Accountwith John Barnes, his commission agent and financial manager.\n                         [670]","Disapproves of Union dinner. Disregard of Chase's accusations of atheism.\n                     Callender should be defended. Arrival of treaty from France. Reference to\n                     Dupont.  [661]","Company's account, signed by James Lyle, covering T. J.'s payments from 4 March\n                     1790 to 12 November 1798 on his bond.  [662]","Dr. and Mrs. [William] Bache, and Mrs. Monroe are in the neighborhood. The\n                     \"Forte piano\" has arrived. Murder of Birch [Samuel Burch] by George Carter.\n                     Heavy wheat crop. Hopes for visit from Maria and John Eppes.\n                         [663]","Bill of exchange for Van Staphorst \u0026 Hubbard. T. J.'s chairs\n                     misdirected to [James?] Brown for Col. [Samuel J.?] Cabell. References to Mrs.\n                     Ratcliffe and [J.] Letchworth.  [664]","Francis Eppes' accident. Money required by Francis Eppes as security for Daniel\n                     Hylton. Maria Eppes mentioned.  [665]","Post script dated September 17 explains that T. J. believed original document\n                     miscarried, thus he his sending a duplicate. Architectural plan for Nicholas'\n                     house. Peter Carr's plan.  [2588-a]","Forwarding an account. Discounts at the Bank of Pennsylvania. Bill of exchange\n                     to Van Staphorst \u0026 Hubbard for the credit of \"P. M.\" Has acquired new\n                     house and store. Government stock for Tadeusz Kosciuszko, William Short, and J.\n                     B. Reference to Mrs. Ratcliffe, [John] Richards, S. T. Mason.\n                         [666]","Accountwith John Barnes, his commission agent and financial manager.\n                         [670]","Mrs. Randolph, whom Boardly knew in England, holds marriage contract annuity\n                     payable by Peter Randolph, Peyton Randolph, and Philip Grymes. Peter Randolph's\n                     estate insolvent. Edmund Randolph is Peyton Randolph's heir. Suit filed against\n                     Philip Grymes, who can claim against Edmund Peyton, who cannot pay.\n                         [2589]","TJ has refused to accept a gift of two casks of wine from [Josef] Yznardi as he\n                     accepts no presents in office. TJ will pay for the wine and asks Smith to\n                     forward the casks to Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. TJ congratulates Smith on the\n                     \"triumphs of republicanism\" in Baltimore adding that the \"spirit of 76 had\n                     never left the people....\" He assures Smith that whether or not he wins the\n                     presidency the republicans will have a majority in the House of Representatives\n                     which \"will keep the government from running wild....\"","T. J.'s accommodations at Mr. Conrade's. Nautical Almanacs ordered. Pamphlet\n                     regarding C. C. P[inckney]. References to Messrs. Langdon, Baldwin, and Brown.\n                         [667]","Price of handkerchiefs. Reference to Mr. Munn.  [668]","Requests that Samuel Woodson replace Nathaniel Perkins as postmaster at\n                     Goochland Court House.  [669]","Accountwith John Barnes, his commission agent and financial manager.\n                         [670]","Wants to study in Europe as did John Trumbull. Prefers diplomatic post in\n                     France to one in Italy.  [2590]","Congress assembled. Housing costs more than at Philadelphia. Senate opposition\n                     to French treaty. Judiciary. Territorial governments. Votes of Vermont,\n                     Kentucky, Tennessee uncertain. Republican candidates have more votes than\n                     Federalists, Mr Adams and Mr. Pinckney. Mr. Powell builds nailery. Mentions\n                     Col. Burr, Maria, and Edgehill.  [2591]","Accountwith John Barnes, his commission agent and financial manager.\n                         [670]","Lists Monticello, Thornton Gap, Ruffner's, Cunningham's Mill, Rockfish Gap,\n                     Kennerley's, Madison's Cove, Jones's, Gilbert's, Narrow Passage, Rappidan,\n                     Robinson River, Brown's Culpeper Court House, Hedgeman River, Fauquier Court\n                     House, Germantown, [Pa.?], Widow Nevill's, West's Ordinary, Leesburg,\n                     Knowland's Ferry, Zane's, Winchester, Threetons, McCormack's, Harper's Ferry,\n                     Frederictown, [Md.?], Bentley's. Taverns listed, Leesburg: McEntire's, Indian\n                     King; Frederictown: Crush's, Sycamore Tree; Tawney Town: Mrs. Charlton's,\n                     Caleb's, Bacchus and Threetons; Petersburg: Kurtz's, The Swan; McAllister's\n                     Town: Rhenegher's; Yorktown: White's, Sign of the Lemon; Lancaster: Rickhart's,\n                     The Bear. Other towns: Alexandria, Colchester, Dumfries, Lansdowne, Elkrun\n                     Church, Piscotaway, Port Tobacco, Howe's Ferry, Port Royal, Bowling Green,\n                     Hanover Court House, Goodall's, Richmond.  [2592]","[2593]","Plan for crop rotation--wheat, corn, and rye--for the years 1800-1804.\n                         [671]","Not executed by Jefferson.  [N-390]","These notes are from ca. 1800, as the remodeling of Monticello is mentioned in\n                     the notes. These drawings, however, are not for Monticello, but for a house in\n                     town, probably Philadelphia. These drawings were evidently modified and\n                     submitted to James Barbour for Barboursville in 1817 as stated by Kimball.\n                         [N-4a]","[N-409]","Family's health good. Lilly's difficulties in hiring workers. Arrival of [John]\n                     Craven, new overseer. Work done at Monticello in clearing fields and in the\n                     nailery. Problems of handling the slaves. Mentions Mr. Powell and [Richard]\n                     Richardson, overseers.  [672]","Visit to Mount Vernon. Enquiries about Maria from Martha Washington and Mrs.\n                     Lewis. Election of 1800. Colonel Burr's conduct honorable. Family meetings at\n                     Monticello and in Washington planned.  [673]","Money for T. J. in check and cash. Reference to John Richards.\n                         [674]","Martha's illness. Lilly making up a gang. Clover, peas, turnips for the garden.\n                     Turnips required to feed sheep. Election to be decided in the House of\n                     Representatives. Reference to Cornelia Randolph.  [675]","T. J. writes regarding the payment he made Trumbull for a double pair of prints\n                     which he paid with an order on Leroy and Bayard.","Accountwith John Barnes, his commission agent and financial manager.","Remittance to Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. Credit to William Short's account.\n                         [676]","Requests Peyton to purchase shares of Henderson estate for T. J. in Peyton's\n                     name. Survey of line between T. J.'s land and the Henderson land. Equal vote\n                     for Republican candidates in the election of 1800. References to Colle, [John]\n                     Watson, and [Robert] Snelson.  [677]","Apologizes for long delay in writing. Offers to purchase his land near\n                     Lynchburg. Report that T. J. cast deciding vote in nomination of bankrupt\n                     son-in law of Adams, Joshua Johnston, as postmaster.  [678]","William Short's account.  [679]","Sends two pairs of black silk stockings. References to Mr. Pickford and Mr.\n                     Latimore.  [680]","Refuses to sell Poplar Forest. Justifies his vote for Joshua Johnston.\n                     References to John Adams and George Washington.  [681]","Martha's illness. Anne Randolph's disposition. Election thrown into the House\n                     of Representatives. Comments on visitors who refuse to confine themselves to\n                     visiting hours.  [682]","Coming election. Dinsmore's account. Mentions Lillie [Gabriel Lilly?] and Dr.\n                     Bache.  [2594]","Salary payments when he changes position on March 4. Urges that T. J. draw on\n                     him if necessary. Accounts with William Short and Tadeusz Kosciuszko.\n                         [683]","Election still deadlocked. Denies personal ambition, but wishes to bring\n                     government back to republican principles. Plans for trip to Monticello.\n                         [684]","Purchase of John R. Kerr's and Tucker Woodson's shares of the Bennett Henderson\n                     estate. Election concluded.  [685]","Mr. Tyler took letter to Maria. Eppes family at Monticello. Bedford stock.\n                     Gibson \u0026 Jefferson to pay for horses. Horses from Dr. Walker, Mr. Bell,\n                     and Mr. Haxall. Cost of Presidency. Col. Hoomes's horses. Federalists weak.\n                     Senate may reject nominations. No European news.  [2595]","T. J. states he does not know the price of journeymen in D.C., but expects\n                     there will be more work in D.C. than Philadelphia. T. J. has engaged someone\n                     else to do his own brick or stone work, therefore, he would have no employment\n                     for Richardson.","Glad of his explanation of Joshua Johnston's appointment. Congratulations on\n                     his election to presidency. Asks for appointment to office.\n                         [686]","Stressing harmony and unity, the value of Republican principles, need for wise\n                     and frugal, but not too powerful, government. Outlines the essential principles\n                     of our government.  [687]","Measures relative to the Navy. Postpones answer to Smith's letter regarding a\n                     consulship for William Buchanan. References to James Madison, Albert Gallatin.\n                         [688]","John Barnes wrote about Kosciuszko's financial affairs. Bank stock converted to\n                     U.S. government loan. Republican majority. Land for Kosciuszko near Monticello.\n                     Mentions Mr. Dawson and Mr. Pichon.  [2595-a]","Conveying Isham Henderson's share of Bennett Henderson's estate to James L.\n                     Henderson, and from him to Craven Peyton. Witnesses: Dan Richarson, Abraham\n                     Grove, John McLean, and William Clark. Confirmation of deed by Isham upon his\n                     coming of age, 6 June 1804. Certification by Matthew Flournoy and Thomas Given,\n                     Justices of the Peace of Shelby County, Ky., by James Craig, Clerk of Shelby\n                     County, Ky., and by Isaac Ellis, Presiding Justice of the Peace of Shelby\n                     County.  [689]","Conveys personal and public news. Topics include his health; Mazzei's marriage;\n                     a humorous comment on marriage in general; vetches; cymling and squash seeds,\n                     with a suggestion for hybridizing; the sale of Colle; the poverty of an old\n                     friend; Bishop James Madison and his new cabinet officers.","Rejoicing over the victory of the Republican Party.  [690]","The will of the people is the only legitimate foundation of government.\n                         [691]","Probably owned by T. J.","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Suggesting temporary acceptance of the post of Secretary of the Navy. Factors\n                     involved in the appointments of [William] Kilty, [Wilson Cary] Nicholas, and\n                     James Wilkinson. Importance of civilian control of the military. References to\n                     [Gabriel] Duval.  [692]","Consultation regarding the Navy Department.  [693]","Comments on being elected to the presidency of the United States: \"The post is\n                     not enviable, as it affords little exercise for social affections. There is\n                     something within us which makes us wish to have things conducted in our own\n                     way, and which we generally fancy to be patriotism. This passion is gratified\n                     by such a position.\" Mentions that Maria Jefferson Eppes and Martha Jefferson\n                     Randolph are pregnant.","Constitution will be administered according to the will of the founders.\n                         [694]","Acknowledges congratulations on election. Will uphold Constitution for good of\n                     people.  [2596]","Trip to Monticello. Purchase of horses from Dr. Walker, [Thomas] Bell, Mr.\n                     Haxall, or Dr. Shore. Draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. [John] Dawson's\n                     mission to France. Robert R. Livingston appointed minister to France. Adams'\n                     midnight appointments. Policy with respect to removal of incumbents from\n                     office.  [695]","Information regarding T. J.'s accounts with Gibson \u0026 Jefferson, Rapin\n                     \u0026 Co., Mr. Carpenter, S. H. Smith, and [James?] Stewart. References to\n                     Joseph Dougherty and the Bank of Columbia.  [696]","Defends himself against brother's charge of lack of delicacy in requesting an\n                     appointment to office.  [697]","Paid by bill of exchange.  [2598]","Family at Edgehill well. Nancy Jefferson's marriage to Charles Lewis. Purchase\n                     of horses. New British Admiralty Courts in Jamaica and the Windward Islands\n                     will relieve U. S. of British spoliation. References to Martha Randolph and\n                     Maria Eppes.  [698]","Letter to Mr. Eppes about horses at Bermuda Hundred. Davy Bowles comes for\n                     them. John works for Lilly; Goliah is gardener. Invites her to Washington.\n                     Bacon to arrive from Bedford before she reaches Monticello.\n                         [2599]","Will send the copper sheeting for Monticello roof. James Madison may rent Mr.\n                     [John?] Marshall's dwelling. Mentions [John] Richards, Gibson \u0026\n                     Jefferson.  [699]","Navy Department matters. Appointments. Letters from St. George Tucker regarding\n                     Captain Cowper. Letter from [Stephen] Sayre regarding a purchase on Long\n                     Island. Letter from General [Alexander] Spotswood. Necessity of silence\n                     regarding appointments. Mentions John Adams and Benjamin Stoddert.\n                         [700]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Breaking in of horses bought for T. J. Plans for the summer at Monticello.\n                     References to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha Randolph, Maria Eppes, Frances\n                     Eppes I, the Trist family, Martin (slave), and Davy (slave).\n                         [701]","Election of Peter Carr. Purchase of fish. Birth of Samuel Carr's son.\n                     References to Overton Carr and Dolly Madison.  [702]","Paid by John Barnes.  [2600]","Payments to Mr. Peale, Colonel Hoomes, and Mr. Rapin.  [703]","Bill for milk and cream.  [758]","Check for and address of James Stewart, Philadelphia.  [704]","Bill of exchange to Joseph Rapin.  [2601]","Bill of exchange to Colin C. Wills.  [2602]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Concerning T. J.'s account with Barnes.  [705]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Returning thanks for their congratulations on his election. Safety rests with\n                     preservation of union, with powers divided between state and federal\n                     governments.  [706]","Pleasant society in Washington. Visit by Mr. and Mrs. Madison. Meeting of the\n                     Eppes, Randolphs, and T. J. at Monticello.  [707]","Favors simple etiquette in correspondence between the President and governors.\n                         [708]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Clearance papers for the Ship Venus, Capt. Samuel Bunce, bound for Liverpool,\n                     countersigned by James Madison.  [709]","Clearance papers for Schooner Maria, Joseph Storey, captain, bound for St.\n                     Sebastians, countersigned by James Madison.  [710]","Martha and the children. George Jefferson's account of work at Bermuda Hundred.\n                     Lilly has begun work on the canal. Request by a Mr. Dillon to collect pine\n                     knots on T. J.'s land on the Hardware River. Reference to [John] Craven and\n                     Christopher Hudson.  [711]","Requests money in U.S. bills.  [2602-a]","Directions for safe journey to Monticello for Maria. Satisfaction with horses\n                     purchased from Dr. [John] Shore and Mr. Haxall.  [712]","Family meeting at Monticello. Storm destroyed skylights at Monticello.\n                     Charlottesville and Milton damaged. Mrs. Randolph and Mrs. Lilburn Lewis had\n                     trouble with Martha Jefferson Carr about T. J.'s stockings.\n                         [2603]","[758]","Letter to John Wayles Eppes. Maria's trip to Monticello. Martha well. Hail\n                     storm broke windows at Edgehill. Broken skylights at Monticello. Wants Maria\n                     and Martha to come to Washington in fall. Mentions Mrs. Eppes and Eppington.\n                         [2604]","Appointment of Mr. Buchanan as consul to the isles of France and Bourbon.\n                     Midnight appointments. Navy Department offered to John Langdon. News of arrival\n                     of the ships General Greene and John Adams. References to appointments of\n                     Messrs. [John M.?] Forbes, [William?] Lewis, and Stacey.  [713]","Mr. Eppes and Mr. Randolph's harvest; wheat prices; threshing machine; storm in\n                     Albemarle. Messages for Anne and Ellen Randolph. Cucumbers and raspberries not\n                     yet on the market. References to Maria Eppes.  [714]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","[758]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","[758]","[758]","Requesting appointment of Dr. John K. Read of Norfolk to supply medicine to\n                     marines or army. Note by T. J.: \" . . . not a man . . .deserves countenance\n                     less than Dr. Reade . . . .\"  [715]","Request for funds to be sent via Thomas Walker. Division of the Henderson\n                     estate delayed until T. J. arrives.  [716]","Controversy regarding dismantling of the Berceau. References to Colonel\n                     Habersham and Benjamin Stoddert.  [717]","[758]","Sends money by Thomas Walker. Expects to he home soon. Sorry J[ohn?] Henderson\n                     did not sell his shares.  [718]","Visit by the Eppes and Randolphs to Monticello. Smallpox vaccination. Sends\n                     some music.  [719]","T. J. requests fruit and books to be included in a previous order of groceries\n                     to be shipped to Richmond.","[758]","Death of Mrs. Ariana Jenings Randolph. Unable to spare the time to act as\n                     guardian to the grandchildren. References to [Philip Ludwell?] Grymes, John\n                     Randolph (1727-1784), and [Robert?] Gourslay.  [720]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","T. J.'s groceries and plaster of Paris aboard the sloop Abigail and Rebecca.\n                     Payment by John Richards on T. J.'s account to Dr. Jackson and Mr. Mercire for\n                     syrup of punch. Purchase of figs, raisins, almonds, looking glasses. References\n                     to Mr. Rapin and Mr. Conrad.  [721]","Interest and dividend on government stock.  [722]","Letter covering his account; purchase of public stock; letter for Peyton Short.\n                     Enclosure: Account recording debit and credit entries from 15 May to 31 July\n                     1801.  [723]","Plasterers for Monticello. Letter from Mr. Rapin regarding \"old LaMair\"\n                     (Etienne LeMaire).  [724]","Miller writes concerning the construction of a lighthouse on Faulkner's Island.\n                     He discusses exploration of the island for a suitable site, submission of\n                     proposals, alterations in the plan to bring down construction costs, the\n                     selection of a Mr. Woodward of Connecticut who offered to face the structure\n                     with hewn stone, and the delayed completion of the work. Both Gallatin and T.\n                     J. have signed their approval of the proposed construction","Transmitting official papers via a tourist, Mrs. Tudor of Boston\n                         [725]","Vicissitudes of the plasterers for Monticello: Mr. King in jail for debt; Mr.\n                     Martin Wairscher unable to collect an account and with a new wife. Books, dry\n                     fruits, almonds, glass tumblers, plaster of Paris for T. J. Eyeglasses for Mrs.\n                     Conrad. Visit from [David] Higginbotham. References to John Richards and Mr.\n                     Rapin.  [726]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Goods for T. J. Receipt from the James River Canal Co. for William Short.\n                     Purchase of government stocks for Short. Advises that Jefferson buy stock.\n                     References to Gibson \u0026 Jefferson, Mr. Andrews, [Joseph] Dougherty,\n                     [John?] Hanson, Etienne LeMaire, Mr. Rapin, and Martin Wairscher.\n                         [727]","Experiment regarding cowpox. Payment of the servants (at the Executive\n                     Mansion?) by Mr. Rapin. Marriage of Frederick and Molly (slaves?). Receipt of\n                     T. J.'s salary, portions of which are assigned to Mr. M. and to the Bank of\n                     Columbia. Reference to [Etienne] LeMaire.  [728]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2605]","Suggests that [Joseph] Dougherty bring T. J.'s new chariot and harness, made by\n                     Conrad Hanse, from Philadelphia to Washington. Information given to Dr. Edwards\n                     respecting Mr. Stewart's (i.e. Gilbert Stuart) portrait. Failure of John\n                     Richards to ship window glass or sheeting. Receipt of T. J.'s salary from the\n                     Treasury. References to Mr. Donath, [Etienne] LeMaire, Mr. Rapin, and Mr.\n                     Taylor.  [729]","Will give strength to rights of states reserved to them and will keep powers of\n                     the executive within a safe line.  [730]","Payments to Mr. Carpenter and Mr. Gilpin by Mr. Rapin. Payment to Conrad Hanse\n                     for harness and chariot and to Gilbert Stuart for the portrait of T. J.\n                     Accounts with Messrs. Robert and Jones. Drafts on the Bank of the U. S.\n                         [731]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Requesting a pardon for his son-in-law, Mr. Dotton. References to Judge William\n                     Paterson and Aaron Ogden.  [732]","[Joseph] Dougherty's trip to Philadelphia to get T. J.'s chariot from Conrad\n                     Hanse. Payments to Conrad Hanse by Brown, Rives \u0026 Co.'s draft on Walker\n                     \u0026 Kennedy of Philadelphia. Payments to Roberts \u0026 Jones, and Mr.\n                     Carpenter. Account with Mr. Sheaff. Dr. Edwards' information regarding Mr.\n                     Stuart.  [733]","Declaration by Peyton that he holds in trust for T. J. the lands purchased from\n                     John R. and Sarah Kerr, James L. Henderson, Isham Henderson, and Charles\n                     Henderson, their shares in the estate of Bennett Henderson.\n                         [734]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Covering a statement of payments to be made to Bank of Columbia, Mr. Harris,\n                     Mr. Rapin, J. Roberts, William Sheaff, and Mr. Taylor.  [735]","Lands divided among Eliza, Isham, Lucy, Charles, Bennett H., James L. Frances,\n                     John, Sarah, and Nancy Henderson. Returned to the Albemarle County Court by\n                     David Anderson, David Higingbotham (i.e. Higginbotham), and John Lewis,\n                     Commissioners.  [736]","T. J. fortunate in balloting for lots in Bennett Henderson estate. James L.\n                     Henderson who got the mill seat can be bought out. Disposition of houses\n                     occupied by [Marcy?] Thorp and Faris.  [1008]","Remittance of Craven Peyton's post notes, which are passed conveniently.\n                     Mentions John Watson, David Higginbotham, Mr. Heath, and Mr. Davison.\n                         [737]","Payment for the Bennett Henderson estate land. Requests exact statement of all\n                     shares and a plat of the property. Instructions regarding future purchasers.\n                     Descriptions and forms for the deeds of James L. Henderson, Isham Henderson,\n                     Charles Henderson, and John R. Kerr.  [738]","Bill of exchange for hat and value of jacket to Edward Lemaire.\n                         [2606]","Memorandum regarding T. J.'s accounts, with references to Mr. Rapin, Mr.\n                     Andrews, Dr. Edward, and [Gilbert?] Stuart.  [739]","Bill of exchange to Joseph Dougherty.  [2607]","Clearance papers for the Brig James, William Fairchild master, sailing from New\n                     Haven, Conn., to Dominica.  [740]","Purchase of shares in the Bennett Henderson estate. Instructions about\n                     Shadwell. References to John R. Kerr, J[ohn?] Henderson, James L. Henderson,\n                     [Dabney] Carr, and [William] Woods.  [741]","Receipt for $206 for T. J.'s chariot and harness.  [742]","Patent for 2,000 acres of land between the Little Miami and the Scioto Rivers,\n                     to Peyton, assignee of William Washington. Grant given in consideration of\n                     Washington's military service in the Revolution, a part of Military Warrant No.\n                     2263. Countersigned by James Madison. #744 on verso.  [743]","Patent for 2,000 acres of land between the Little Miami and Scioto Rivers, to\n                     Washington, assignee of William Washington. Grant given in consideration of\n                     William Washington's military service in the Revolution, a part of Military\n                     Warrant No. 2263. Countersigned by James Madison.  [744]","Bill for looking glasses.","Declines T. J.'s offer of money to clear Bedford County lands. Plans to build\n                     at Pantops where he has sown bearded wheat. Work on pecan trees by Gabriel\n                     Lilly. Health of Maria and her son.  [745]","Instructions to rent Shadwell. References to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and to\n                     Thomas Eston Randolph.  [746]","Inquiries about her health and the little boy's. Recommends Mrs. Suddarth as a\n                     nurse. Proposal to Mr. Eppes regarding Pantops and Poplar Forest. Hopes they\n                     will stay at Monticello.  [747]","Will not reply to letter from Denniston \u0026 Chatham regarding Duane case.\n                     States his position on the unconstitutionality of Alien and Sedition laws.\n                         [2607-a]","Disposal of notes of Bank of Columbia which is in serious crisis. Reference to\n                     Col. C. L. Lewis.  [748]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Bank of Columbia notes. Renting of Shadwell. Plat of the Henderson lands made\n                     by William Wood. Contracting to supply Miltonians with firewood. Reference to\n                     Thomas Eston Randolph and William Davenport.  [750]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2608]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2609]","Illness of Ellen, Cornelia, and Virginia Randolph, and Francis Eppes.\n                         [749]","Report from T. J.'s overseer: division of Poplar Forest with John W. Eppes and\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.; corn, wheat, and tobacco crops; beef and hogs\n                     killed; Thomas Whittinton's and Bowling Clarke's share of the profits.\n                     Reference to Brown \u0026 Co.  [751]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2610]","Deeding their share in the Rennett Henderson estate (with certain exceptions).\n                         [752]","Plat of the land in Milton or elsewhere in Albemarle County. The shares of the\n                     heirs labeled by T. J.  [753]","Leasing of Shadwell to William Davenport. Purchase of John, Bennett H., and\n                     Nancy Henderson's shares of the Bennett Henderson estate.\n                         [754]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Mr. Wanscher at Monticello. Mr. Perry brings timber. Peace between Great\n                     Britain and France.  [2611]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2612]","Bill of exchange to Joseph Dougherty.  [2613]","T. J. unable to pay for Madeira wine.  [2613-a]","Gift of a ham. Quotes Jonathan Swift on gifts.  [755]","Asks that he correct enclosed writings.  [2615]","Accounts submitted by Barnes, who acted as T. J.'s fiscal agent and commission\n                     merchant during the year 1801.  [756]","Undated plat by T. J. of Poplar Forest tract shows boundaries, roads, existing\n                     and proposed buildings; floor plan of house on verso, rooms designated in\n                     Anglo-Saxon.  [7], N-255","Controlling authority, recognized by the compact, is that of three-fourths of\n                     the states. President's duty with regard to the rights of the states.\n                         [757]","The first three volumes contain amusing or edifying newspaper articles or poetry clipped by Jefferson and sent to his family. Articles are pasted on letter covers addressed to T. J. The fourth scrapbook contains political, sentimental, and humorous songs and poems, satires, parodies, and ballads clipped by T. J. Bookplate of William H. Clark, with legend, \"Bought at the sale of the library of John Randolph of Roanoke by Wm. H. Clark of Halifax Co., Va. and presented by Mr. Clark to Miss Sarah Randolph of Edgehill.\"\n                         [759, 3172]","[758]","[758]","[758]","Also signed by James Madison.  [2616]","Value of the Constitution. Acknowledges address of the citizens of Cheshire.\n                         [760]","Work at Monticello. Mr. Wanscher finishing cellar.  [2616-a]","Opposition to established religion.  [761]","Extremely busy. Sending rather than reading the State of the Union message\n                     contributes to harmony. Strength of Federalists and Republicans in the\n                     Congress. French expedition against Santo Domingo. Arrival of mammoth cheese.\n                     Prospect of New England's return to Republican principles. Importance of laying\n                     off counties into hundreds or captaincies. Method of waterproofing clothes.\n                         [762]","Bill of exchange to Thomas Carpenter.  [2617]","States' rights essential to our political fabric.  [763]","Juneo dead; family well. Work at Monticello. John Perry in Fluvanna. Mentions\n                     Mr. Oldham and Critta.  [2620]","Order to pay William Duane.  [2620-a]","[2621]","Bill of exchange to Thomas Newton.  [2622]","John Perrie's (Perry?) mistake in letter informing T. J. of purchases for\n                     Monticello. Conduct of T. J.'s foreman, Gabriel Lilly, [John] Craven, and\n                     Burgess Griffin. References to N. Allen, Martha Randolph, Virginia Randolph,\n                     and Dr. Wardlaw.  [764]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2623]","Bill of exchange to Joseph Dougherty.  [2624]","Work at Monticello. Prince Ruspoli visited Mrs. Randolph. Mr. Wanscher needs\n                     money.  [2625]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2626]","Whooping cough better. Translation of Justin's ancient history.\n                         [765]","Encloses letter for Maria. House of Representatives repealed judiciary bill.\n                     Needs another horse. All well at Edgehill. Mr. and Mrs. [Hore Browse?] Trist\n                     here.  [766]","Latin improves. Goes in spring to Latin school with Beverly Randolph.\n                         [2627]","Purchase of horse to match Castor. Maria and their son in good health.\n                         [767]","Randolph sends news on the health and progress of his children.","Report of Committee of House of Delegates concerning General Assembly action on\n                     Alien and Sedition Laws. Mentions U.S. Senate.  [2628]","Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. has decided to purchase land in Georgia rather than\n                     in Mississippi. Hopes Maria and John Wayles Eppes will visit Monticello. Best\n                     route to Monticello. Gift of medals taken from the Houdon bust of Jefferson.\n                         [768]","Land in Northwest Territory. Countersigned by James Madison.\n                         [2629]","Bill of exchange to William Parkinson. Receipted by Charles Peale Polk.\n                         [2630]","Faith in the will of the people as exercised in their elective franchise.\n                     Comments on election of 1800.  [769]","Plans for meeting the Eppes. Amendment for means of designating president and\n                     vice-president.  [770]","T. J. conveys travel directions (present, as an enclosure) for Milledge, U.S.\n                     Representative from Georgia, from \"George town ferry...hence to Mr. [Thomas]\n                     Mann Randolph's\" that include not only specific instructions for roads to be\n                     followed, but also T. J.'s notes on roads and taverns.","To leave for Monticello when Congress adjourns. Books for Maria. Spectacles for\n                     [Elizabeth] Eppes. Proposed visit by Maria to Monticello. Mentions Dr. Walker\n                     and John Wayles Eppes.  [771]","Payment of T. J.'s accounts due. Failure of the Bank of Columbia to pay a note\n                     because of scarcity of bank paper. Purchase of government stock for William\n                     Short through C. Ludlow. Budget for T. J.'s salary.  [772]","Failure of a discount at the Bank of Columbia. Purchase of government stock for\n                     William Short through C. Ludlow in New York. Payment of T. J.'s accounts. Bills\n                     of exchange for General Kosciuszko. Need for regulation of lower class.\n                     References to Gibson \u0026 Jefferson, Mr. Hooper, Etienne LeMaire.\n                         [773]","Bill of exchange to T. J. Receipted by J. Dougherty.  [2631]","Business regarding the Bennett Henderson estate. References to John R. Kerr and\n                     James L. Henderson.  [774]","Bill for frames for prints.","Payment through George Jefferson, Richmond, for work done in regard to\n                     Henderson lands.  [775]","Request for delay in paying for further shares in Henderson tract. Henderson\n                     mill useless.  [776]","Books shipped by Gibson \u0026 Jefferson on ship Good Welcome from James\n                     River, Richmond, to Washington, D.C.  [2632]","T. J. sends Barnes an account of his financial affairs, noting his intention to\n                     \"squeeze down the household expenses\" and his hopes to be completely out of\n                     debt by October.","Courtesy offer of general services.  [777]","For clothing.  [2632-a]","Bill of exchange to Thomas Carpenter.  [2633]","She and Francis Eppes have been ill. Is keeping Francis' nurse, Crity (i.e.\n                     Critta). Trip to Monticello. John Wayles Eppes finishing his harvest.\n                     References to Martha Randolph and Elizabeth Eppes.  [778]","Work for Mr. Fitch. Doors at Monticello. Sketches of slaves' quarters. Coming\n                     to Monticello.  [779] ,  [2634]","Maria is unwell at Eppington. Cannot accept T. J.'s offer of residence at\n                     Monticello because he is candidate for House of Representatives. Wheat crop.\n                         [780]","Bill of exchange to T. J.  [2635]","Moses Myers, Richard Evers, Arthur Lee, Littleton W. Tazewell of Williamsburg\n                     considered for Commissioners of Bankruptcy in Norfolk. Henry Hiort, Thomas\n                     Willock, John Dunn present Commissioners. May all be Republicans. T. J. to\n                     Monticello.  [2636]","Measles in the Randolph family. Reference to slaves, Bet, Sally, and Critta.\n                     Spectacles for Elizabeth Eppes.  [781]","Reviews Act of Congress, 1802 May 1, for borrowing money by Commissioners of\n                     Washington, to be paid by sale of lots in Washington, guaranteed by Treasury of\n                     U.S. Debt due state of Maryland.  [2636-a]","Measles escaped. References to the health of Anne and Cornelia Randolph, and\n                     Peter Hemming. Measles in Mr. Walton's family and at Monticello. Need for\n                     sheets, towels, counterpane, and tea china.  [782]","Maria's miscarriage. Trip to Monticello postponed because of Francis Eppes' bad\n                     health.  [783]","Deed to lot no. 15 in Milton, Va., and to tobacco warehouses on the Rivanna\n                     River.  [784]","Deed to three tenths of warehouse, one half of lot no. 15 and all of lot no. 57\n                     in Milton, Va.  [785]","Bill of exchange to T. J. Receipted by Joseph Dougherty.\n                         [2637]","Receipt by Gibson \u0026 Jefferson of money on accounts of William Short and\n                     the James River Canal Co. Enclosed to T. J. in  [787] , 1802\n                     July 30.  [2638]","Bill for nails, receipt of which is acknowledged by James Dinsmore.\n                         [786]","Dr. Wardlaw's payment to Mrs. Jackson. Window blinds, books, and claret\n                     awaiting a conveyance. Comments on the latest Federalist Brutus.\n                         [787]","Payment in bank notes by Mr. Smith, will void T. J.'s draft on Smith paid to\n                     Mr. Pennington. Gibson \u0026 Jefferson's account. Account with T. J. for\n                     July.  [788]","William Short's account. China and liquor in the possession of Etienne LeMaire\n                     await shipment.  [789]","Visit by William Short. Mail service to Charlottesville. Payment to Etienne\n                     LeMaire.  [790]","Regarding land for John Peyton.","William Short's journey. T. J.'s financial resources. Report by Etienne LeMaire\n                     regarding pump at President's House needing repair.  [791]","Introducing Isham Henderson who wishes to borrow law books. Endorsement: \"lent\n                     him 4th Blackstone / Ruffhead: Jacob's L. Dict / June 7.08. wrote to C. Peyton\n                     to recover it.\"  [792]","Republicans to be Commissioners of Bankruptcy. Nominations from Bradley and\n                     Judge Smith. Persons should live near meeting place of U.S. Court. Secretary of\n                     State to handle distant cases.  [2639]","Slanderous publications regarding T. J. William Short expected at Monticello.\n                     T. J.'s account with Barnes.  [793]","[2640]","Proposes delay in orders for the frigate John Adams, until the conditions in\n                     Tunis and the Mediterranean area are stabilized. Mentions Tripoli, Emperor of\n                     Morocco, Governor of Tangiers, Mr. Simpson, Dale.  [794]","Note payable in Virginia currency. Assigned to Frederick Harris, John J.\n                     Hawkins, and P. Hoffman.  [2640-a]","Letters for William and Peyton Short. Payments to Etienne LeMaire and Joseph\n                     Dougherty. Carriage tax. Warrant for T. J.'s salary to take up his bank debt.\n                         [795]","Republicans Mark Richards and Reuben Atwater of Westminister, James Elliot of\n                     Brattleborough, and Oliver Gallop of Hartland for Commissioners of Bankruptcy.\n                     Judge Smith should name four for other side of mountains; should alternate\n                     meetings between U.S. Court and state capitol. Federalist machinations in\n                     legislative elections.  [2641]","Account with Brown \u0026 Relf paid by John Richards. T. J.'s present\n                     balance. Offers to loan T. J. money to pay Gibson \u0026 Jefferson in\n                     Richmond.  [796]","Agreement on rent of house in Milton sold to Peyton, which John Henderson has\n                     rented from Elizabeth Henderson.  [797]","Conveying all dower rights in estate of husband, Bennett Henderson, except\n                     mill, warehouse, improved lots in town of Milton. Witnesses: James L.\n                     Henderson, Charles Anderson, Eliza Henderson, Isham Henderson, John Gentry.\n                     Acknowledgment of deed in Shelby County, Ky., before Matthew Flournoy and\n                     Thomas I. Givin, Justices, by Isham Henderson and John L. Henderson, 6 June\n                     1804. Certified by James Craig, Clerk of Shelby County Court, same date.\n                     Craig's certificate certified by Isaac Ellis, Presiding Justice, Shelby County\n                     Court. Deed recorded Albemarle County, July 1804. Attested by John Nicholas,\n                     Clerk.  [798]","Deed from James L. Henderson for legatees of Bennett Henderson, deceased\n                     (Bennett H., Eliza, Frances, Lucy, and Nancy Henderson) to all lands in\n                     Albemarle County except a mill, warehouse, and storehouse in Milton, Va.\n                     Witnesses: Charles Henderson, G. Tennill (?), James Barlow. Acknowledged before\n                     Matthew Flournoy, Thomas Givin, Justices of the Peace of Shelby County, 6 June\n                     1804. Certification that Flournoy and Givin are Justices of the Peace by James\n                     Craig, Clerk of Shelby County Court, 6 June 1804. Certification by Isaac Ellis,\n                     Presiding Justice of the Peace, that James Craig's certificate is in due form,\n                     6 June 1804. Recorded by John Nicholas, Clerk of Albemarle County Court, July\n                     1804.  [799]","Approval for the sailing of Navy's frigate John Adams, in order to withdraw\n                     from Morocco and Tunis forces not needed against Tripoli. Commends speed with\n                     which the New York was fitted out. Mentions James Madison, Albert Gallatin.\n                         [800]","Payments to Mr Claxton and to Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. Etienne LeMaire's\n                     illness. Letters for William Short.  [801]","Etienne LeMaire improving. Uprising of slaves in Washington has subsided.\n                         [802]","Suit against E. Lanham on account of [James?] Oldham's note. Etienne LeMaire\n                     recovered. References to Mr. Morse, William Short, and Dr. Gant.\n                         [803]","Ill upon arrival. Details of Maria's proposed visit to Washington. John Wayles\n                     Eppes' bridle is delivered to Davy Bowles. Mentions [George] Jefferson.\n                         [804]","Instructions to name the following as Commissioners of Bankruptcy: Samuel\n                     Prentiss, Darius Chipman, Richard Skinner, Mark Richards, Reuben Atwater, James\n                     Elliot, and Oliver Gallop, all of Vermont; and to issue to Robert Kran, a\n                     commission as Marshall of South Carolina in place of Charles B. Cockran,\n                     resigned.  [805]","T. J. should abandon commercial involvement in European affairs if he wants to\n                     represent U.S. government. Cites Mr. Livingston. Mr. R. leaving England soon\n                     for Virginia. Originally calendared as [1786?]  [2413]","Bill of exchange to Thomas Monroe. Receipted by Thomas Monroe and Thomas\n                     Turner.  [2642]","T. J.'s account; payment of bills.  [806]","Refusal to handle General M.'s [John P. G. Muhlenberg?] business.\n                         [807]","Concerning General M's business. (Second letter of 16 October on this subject.)\n                         [808]","Republicans to be Commissioners of Bankruptcy. Newburn, Wilmington, and Edenton\n                     to be considered.  [2643]","Bill of exchange to T. J.  [2644]","Bill of exchange to T. J., payable to E. Lemaire. Receipted by J. Dougherty.\n                         [2645]","Purchase of lands of Bennett Henderson, deceased, from his widow, Elizabeth\n                     Henderson. Conveyance of land in Boone County, [Ky.?] from [James L.?]\n                     Henderson.  [809]","Trip to Washington to visit T. J. Requests an order of wigs from Mme. de Pick\n                     of Philadelphia. Mentions Mrs. Madison.  [810]","Transmitting T. J.'s account covering the month of October 1802. Urging him not\n                     to resort to bank credit.  [811]","Bill of exchange to Thomas Carpenter.  [2646]","Must delay payment for lands of the Henderson estate, because of payments due\n                     to Messrs. Overton, Brown, and Wells. References to Bennett H., Eliza, Frances,\n                     Lucy, and Nancy Henderson.  [812]","Wigs from Philadelphia ordered by Mrs. Madison. Plans for Maria and Martha's\n                     trip to Washington.  [813]","Plans for trip to Washington. References to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha\n                     Randolph, Mr. [Nicholas?] Lewis, and John Wayles Eppes. Lock of hair to be\n                     matched by the wigs.  [814]","Money due Martin Wanscher in Alexandria. Pay in hills of Alexandria or\n                     Washington bank. Wonders if Bank of Columbia will pass them.\n                         [2647]","Delay in payment will be satisfactory. Asks for authority to act to put someone\n                     on Henderson lands. John Henderson's unwillingness to sell. Purchase of the\n                     Kerr share.  [815]","Order for payment.","Payment for Henderson estate lands. Prefers action in Peyton's name. Purchase\n                     of the Kerr share.  [816]","Work at Monticello. Nailboys to leave Mr. Stewart and go to Mr. Lilly. Lilly to\n                     be supplied with nail making equipment. Roofing tin. Work in progress,\n                     including that of Messrs. Oldham, Fitch, and Perry. Mentions Mr. Higginbotham.\n                         [2649]","Bill of exchange to Mr. McLaughlin. Receipted by Edgar Patterson.\n                         [2650]","Bill of exchange to Thomas Carpenter.  [2651]","Draft on T. J. given to D[abney] Carr. Part payment for Henderson estate lands.\n                         [817]","Virginia General Assembly. Stevens T. Mason is U.S. Senator. George Hay and\n                     Calendar fought. Mentions Recorder. Federalist and Republican feud. Taxes\n                     Treasury surplus. Mr. Page in Richmond.  [2652]","Regarding appointment of William Bellinger Bullock, Joseph Welscher, Edward\n                     Stebbins, and John Postel Williamson, as Commissioners of Bankruptcy for\n                     Georgia. Commission to George Gilpin, as Judge of Orphan's Court. Alexandria,\n                     Va.  [818]","James T. Callender's dismissal by the County Court of Henrico.\n                         [819]","Bill of exchange to T. J.  [2653]","Recommending Lewis Harvey as secretary to James Monroe's embassy.\n                         [820]","Order for sugar, tea, rice, barley, crackers, and porter to be sent to\n                     Monticello.  [821]","Difficulty in making payment for Henderson estate. Draft in favor of [Dabney]\n                     Carr.  [822]","Purchase of coffee, sugar, barley, rice, raisins, olives, spices, crackers, and\n                     porter for T. J.  [823]","Health of Maria and Francis. Gabriel Lilly unable to hire hands to work at\n                     Pantops because of fear of Mr. Page. Trip to Monticello in March. No competitor\n                     in the election in his district. Report on debt due from the Commonwealth of\n                     Virginia. References to Thomas M. Randolph, Jr., City Point, and Edgehill.\n                         [824]","Statements of accounts rendered to T. J. by Barnes as his fiscal and purchasing\n                     agent.  [863]","Requests draft on George Jefferson in payment for Henderson estate.\n                         [825]","To meet Eppes and Maria at Monticello. Lilly works on canal. Dislikes borrowing\n                     from Federalist banks.  [2654]","For 2 pipes of wine from Haarlem, Netherlands, consigned to John Barnes, signed\n                     by Francis O'Meara, master of the Sloop Maria.  [826]","Gives him order on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson, Richmond, with the help of John\n                     Barnes of Georgetown. Copy of draft.  [827]","Banker in Georgetown enables him to enclose draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson\n                     to cover debt.  [2655]","No measles. Virginia speaks well. Ellen learns French . Cornelia sends love.\n                     Wants geography book.  [2655-a]","Bill of exchange to James Hamilton and/or J. Campbell for College of Carlisle.\n                         [2656]","Bill for ornaments, friezes, and mouldings (for the Executive Mansion?).\n                     Memorandum, dated March 1803 in T. J.'s hand, gives description and\n                     specifications.  [828]","Memorandum regarding issuing of Commissions of Bankruptcy to John Mussey at\n                     Portland; Simeon Thomas at New London, Conn.; John Stephen at Baltimore, Md.;\n                     Cowles Meade, Robert Walker, and George Watkins at Augusta, Ga.; and Thomas\n                     Collier at Louisville, Ga.  [829]","Financing of Henderson estate purchase; draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson;\n                     payment to Robert Burtin.  [830]","Offering him the post of Surveyor of Public Buildings. References to Mr.\n                     Monroe, Superintendent of Public Buildings, and Col. D. C. Brent.\n                         [831]","Bill for services.","Details regarding post of Surveyor of Public Buildings. Work on the Capitol,\n                     President's House, and a drydock. References to Mr. Monroe, Superintendent of\n                     Public Buildings. (Second letter of this date to Latrobe).\n                         [832]","Shrub forwarded by Mr. Hancocke. [William H.?] Cabell's anger at Eppes'\n                     opposition in the Albemarle election. Payment of $400 to Eppes. Maria and\n                     Francis well. Election in Chesterfield.  [833]","Letter detailing T. J.'s religious views. Right of religious liberty.\n                     References to Priestley's  Socrates and Jesus\n                        Compared  (Philadelphia : Printed for P. Byrne, 1803). Includes T. J.'s  Syllabus on an Estimate of the doctrines of Jesus,\n                        compared with thoses of others.  on last 2 pp.  [2658]","Formerly a volume of stitched sheets. At some point, the volume was disassembled and pages 1-16 and the wrapper were laminated using the Barrow method. The remaining pages (19-26) were not laminated. The leaf for pages 17-18 is not present."," Pages 1-9, transcription of T. J.'s letter to Rush detailing religious views, [see entry above for original] including T. J.'s  Syllabus on an Estimate of the doctrines of Jesus, compared with thoses of others.  Three blank leaves laid in.","Pages 10-13,  The philosophy of Jesus of Nazareth extracted from the accounts of his life and doctrines as given by Matthew, Mark, Luke, \u0026 John. Being an abridgement of the New Testament for the use of the Indians unembarrassed with matters of fact or faith beyond the level of their comprehensions.  Title page followed by a table of references.","Pages 14-16, 19-26 blank.","Separate wrapper sheet contains an extract, in a different hand, from the purported deathbed speech of Julian the Apostate, as given in  The Life of the Emperor Julian,  by Jean-Philippe-René de La Bletterie,  (London: Printed for M. Cooper, 1746); written on the verso of a printed sheet of blank bank payment orders, City of Washington, D.C. Jefferson sold his copy of this book to the Library of Congress in 1815.\n       ","[834]","To present religious views in defense against libels. Wrote to Philadelphia for\n                     Dr. Priestley's  History of the Corruptions of\n                        Christianity.  John Wayles Eppes wrote from Bermuda Hundred that\n                     Francis Eppes over measles. Wants Martha and Maria at Monticello. Mr. and Mrs.\n                     P. Carr visited on way to Baltimore. Nelly Carr sick, returning to Dunlora.\n                     Mentions Eppington.  [2659]","To present religious views in defense against libels. Wrote to Philadelphia for\n                     Dr. Priestley's  History of the Corruptions of\n                        Christianity.  John Wayles Eppes wrote from Bermuda Hundred that\n                     Francis Eppes over measles. Wants Martha and Maria at Monticello. Mr. and Mrs.\n                     P. Carr visited on way to Baltimore. Nelly Carr sick, returning to Dunlora.\n                     Mentions Eppington.  [835]","Bill of exchange to Thomas Carpenter.  [2659-a]","Actions of Isaac Miller and John Henderson regarding the Henderson estate mill\n                     seat. Election of Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Reference to [William] Meriwether.\n                         [836]","Election contest between Thomas Mann Randolph and [William H.?] Cabell. Capt.\n                     [Christopher?] Hudson's price of wood. $5 note mistaken for a $50 note. Bowling\n                     Clarke's success as overseer of Poplar Forest. Martha's trip to Washington.\n                     Slaves to be sold in Georgia. References to John Craven, John Perrie, and\n                     Gabriel Lilly.  [837]","Deed to share in estate of Bennett Henderson, including lots in Milton, land.\n                     Witnesses: Richard Anderson, Richard Johnson, David Anderson, Will. Clarkson.\n                     Proved and recorded, February, 1804, attested John Nicholas. Mrs. Henderson's\n                     signature: \"Nancy Henderson\".  [838]","Instructions on preventing John Henderson from building a mill. T. J.'s plan\n                     for a mill of his own. References to Isaac Miller, [William] Meriwether, and\n                     [Dabney] Carr.  [839]","Bills on U.S. Bank to pay for wines from France.  [2660]","No news of Mr. Hancocke respecting the syrup of punch. Sent money for Eppes to\n                     George Jefferson. Problems, some involving Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., of\n                     exchanging Eppes's Bedford lands for Lego. Will lease Lego to Eppes in exchange\n                     for Bedford rents. Wants Maria at Monticello. Mentions Mr. Petty [Adrien\n                     Petit?], Garland Jefferson, and Shadwell.  [2661]","No news of Mr. Hancocke respecting the syrup of punch. Sent money for Eppes to\n                     George Jefferson. Problems, some involving Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., of\n                     exchanging Eppes's Bedford lands for Lego. Will lease Lego to Eppes in exchange\n                     for Bedford rents. Wants Maria at Monticello. Mentions Mr. Petty [Adrien\n                     Petit?], Garland Jefferson, and Shadwell.  [840]","Bill for herring.","Memorandum with estimate of T. J.'s monthly statements and balances from 1801\n                     March 31 to 1803 June 8.  [841]","Statements of accounts rendered to T. J. by Barnes as his fiscal and purchasing\n                     agent.  [863]","Trepanning operation necessary after Cary hit Brown on the skull with a piece\n                     of nailrod. Martha's pregnancy. Consultation with Craven Peyton concerning John\n                     Henderson's claim to ground where T. J.'s mill is to be built. Meriwether and\n                     Miller's offer to purchase whole or half of Thomas Mann Randolph's mill seat.\n                         [842]","Bill of exchange to William Stewart.  [2662]","Conveying a share of Bennett Henderson's estate with certain exceptions.\n                     References to Elizabeth and William Henderson.  [843]","Court action on John Henderson's mill. References to [Dabney] Carr, Mr.\n                     Barbour, Mr. Nelson, Isaac Miller, and [William] Meriwether.\n                         [844]","Bill of exchange to Alexander Terrasse.  [2663]","Visit to Eppes' sister, Mrs. Walker. Offering to buy a part of Lego. Damage to\n                     wheat by Hessian fly.  [845]","Consultation with Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., regarding the mill right of John\n                     Henderson.  [846]","Bill of exchange to Martin Wanscher. Receipted by John W. Pratt, Georgetown.\n                         [2665]","Would prefer the Eppes come to Monticello rather than to stay at Bermuda\n                     Hundred. Advice on a plague of Hessian flies. Payment to Mr. Hancocke for syrup\n                     of punch. All well at Edgehill.  [847]","T. J.'s bank negotiations.  [2664]","Bill for lodgings.","Bill of exchange to J. B. Anderson for frames for medallions and print of\n                     Washington.  [2666]","Bill of exchange to Wilson Bryan.  [2667]","Declaration regarding John Henderson's rights to a house and mill race.\n                     Reference to Craven Peyton.  [848]","Information regarding T. J.'s tenants, Mr. Johnson and Mr. Shickle. Wheat and\n                     corn crops. Requests remittance.  [849]","Instructions for [John] Fentress, who is going to Kentucky to have Elizabeth\n                     Henderson acknowledge her deed to Peyton. Mentions D[abney] Carr.\n                         [850]","Fentress to set out for Kentucky to have Elizabeth Henderson's deed\n                     acknowledged and to purchase Henderson family shares in the mill.\n                         [851]","Bill of exchange to Robert Leslie.  [2668]","Purchase of shares in the Henderson family mill.  [852]","Concerning a manuscript he propose to publish. Reference to the Quakers.\n                         [853]","Requests draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. Difficulty in buying mill shares\n                     because John Henderson has deepened the mill race.  [854]","Remittance sent in payment for Henderson lands. Copy of draft on Gibson\n                     \u0026 Jefferson.  [855]","Bill of exchange to Joseph Dougherty.  [2669]","Bill of exchange to T. J. Mentions Monticello.  [2670]","Mr. Dinsmore left Monticello to go to Philadelphia. Work on canal and well\n                     house. Goldsmith's Grecian and Roman histories, Thucydides. Mentions Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr. and John Wayles Eppes.  [2671]","Freight bill and customs account for 10 cases of wine, receipted by J. Speyer.\n                         [856]","Dr. Baker's terms for sale of a slave. References to Nelly Carr, Carrsbrook,\n                     and Edgehill.  [857]","Bill of exchange to William Stewart.  [2672]","Requests postponement and payment by installments of money due Peyton. (This is\n                     the letter reproduced in facsimile and widely distributed by the Morris Plan\n                     Banks. The excellent facsimiles are frequently mistaken for the original.)\n                         [858]","Financial matters. John Henderson has completed an excellent canal, which was\n                     stopped by a court bill. References to [James] Barbour, Mr. Gamble, Mr. Kenny,\n                     [Nicholas] Lewis, and Sheriff Yancy.  [859]","Bill of exchange to Wilson Bryan. Assigned to Mr. Layman.\n                         [2673]","Bill of exchange to Charles Coffin, Jr., for College of Tennessee.\n                         [2674]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2675]","T. J. congratulates Holmes on his appointment to chair of the Virginia House of\n                     Delegates and forwards a copy of  A Manual of\n                        Parliamentary Practice.","Workings of T. J.'s mill and canal. New Orleans news. Mentions Gabriel Lilly\n                     and John Wayles Eppes.  [860]","Survey of 54 3/4 acres of land adjoining that of Mr. Wilkerson, Samuel Scott,\n                     Mr. Johnson, and Mr. Tillis (i.e., Richard Tullos). Land later transferred to\n                     Samuel Scott.  [861]","T. J. writes in the third person to Mrs. Merry sending her some seeds from the\n                     Dionaea Muscipula, or flytrap, and instructions on keeping it.","Bringing back of Republicans into the fold.  [862]","Floor plan drawn by Robert Mills.  [N-412]","\"Longitudinal Section.\" \"Thomas Jefferson, Archt Robt Mills, Del.\"\n                         [N-413]","Bill of exchange to Mr. Doolittle. Receipted by Mr. Jackson.\n                         [2675-a]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2676]","Anne, Ellen, and Thomas Jefferson Randolph's education. Pair of fowls. Requests\n                     Davy Bowles to bring his chair for return trip to Monticello. References to\n                     Jane Randolph, Maria Eppes, and Martha Randolph.  [864]","Davy Bowles to go to Washington. Sale of slave, Kit. Attachment of Mr.\n                     Stewart's goods. Francis Eppes' epileptic fits. Maria disturbed by John Wayles\n                     Eppes' absence. Jane Randolph now a neighbor. References to Gabriel Lilly and\n                     [David] Higginbotham.  [865]","Order for payment.","Letter to John Wayles Eppes (see 5 January 1811) explains purpose of its\n                     compilation. Of the appendix he says \". . . a chronological table [1673-1803]\n                     of all the facts relating to the discovery \u0026 history of Louisiana which\n                     I compiled from all the authors I possess or could obtain, who have written on\n                     Louisiana, with a reference to the authority for every fact.\"\n                         [866]","Asks explanation of draft on himself received from [David] Higginbotham.\n                     Thought the Henderson estate transaction was closed.  [867]","Draft in favor of [David] Higginbotham was for corn.  [868]","Snow storm stopped Milton mail. Congress not meeting. John Wayles Eppes may go\n                     to Maria. Congress having dinner to honor Louisiana acquisition. No foreign\n                     guests. Offensive to Merry and Yrujo. Libels by Federalist newspapers.\n                         [2677]","Milton mail no longer to be mixed with New Orleans mail. Congress adjourns in\n                     March; Mr. Eppes may leave sooner. Bantams from Algiers for Anne Cary Randolph.\n                     East India fowl. Mentions Pantops.  [2678]","Has accepted draft in favor of [David] Higginbotham in payment for corn.\n                         [869]","Being of lawful age, confirms previous deeds to his share in the Henderson\n                     estate, with reserved portions: to James L. Henderson, 18 March 1801, and from\n                     James L. Henderson to Craven Peyton, 19 March 1801. Witnesses: Bennett H.\n                     Henderson, Isham Henderson, John Peyton, John McLean, Davi[d] Richardson, John\n                     L. Thomas, Ma. Camden, and David Anderson.  [870]","Conveys land necessary for digging a mill-race.  [871]","Plans for removal to Philadelphia.  [872]","Her illness. Mr. Estham advised her of the bad health of the slaves at Pantops.\n                     Mentions slaves Rose, Clarinda, Tema and Martin. Mentions the death of Edmund\n                     Harrison.","Purchase of John Henderson's mill seat proposed. Peyton offers to share in\n                     purchase. Requests draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. References to [David]\n                     Higginbotham and Isaac Miller.  [873]","News of the family, T. J. Randolph, Martha Randolph, and Francis Eppes.\n                         [874]","Bill of exchange to E. Lemaire.  [2681]","Prefers to have the Henderson mill question settled in courts rather than to\n                     pay more than his previous offer. Payment for corn. References to [James]\n                     Barbour and [Dabney] Carr.  [876]","Maria's baby. Meeting of Congress prevented his coming. John Wayles Eppes and\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., come at adjournment. Wants her to go to Monticello.\n                     Mentions Mr. Lilly, Goliah, and gardening.  [2682]","Duplicates item 2682.  [2683]","Inaction of Congress prevents being with her in her illness. John Wayles Eppes\n                     comes.  [2684]","Bill of exchange to T. J. for use of John Rogers in Richmond. Receipted by\n                     Joseph Dougherty.  [2685]","Health of Maria and her child. Difficult trip from Washington via Elk Run.\n                     Request for oats.  [877]","Weakness of Maria and the child.  [878]","Bill of exchange to John (slave). Trip to Monticello.  [2686]","Light food and cordial wines as cures for Maria's fever. Wants her at\n                     Monticello until Pantops is ready. T. J. will forward oats to Benson,\n                     postmaster at Fredericksburg. Mentions Martha Jefferson Randolph.\n                         [2686-a]","Bill of exchange to Joseph Dougherty for Martin Wanscher. Invites Barnes to\n                     dinner.  [2687]","Maria's condition bad.  [879]","Improvement in Maria's health. Mrs. [Nicholas?] Lewis, kindness.\n                         [880]","Bill of exchange to Joseph Dougherty.  [2689]","Maria's health the same.  [881]","Frethy's bill and T. J.'s payment.  [2688]","Chancellor [George Wythe?] stopped all proceedings upon Peyton's entering into\n                     bond. Requests acceptance of draft in favor of George Jefferson for corn\n                     contract.  [882]","Warns of the low state of his (Barnes') resources. Includes an account with T.\n                     J. Mentions William Short and Etienne LeMaire.  [883]","Receipt of money from Gibson \u0026 Jefferson in Richmond. Payment for\n                     cider. Maria Eppes' illness. Packages from New York, Philadelphia, and\n                     Baltimore. Reference to Etienne LeMaire.  [884]","The mill dispute with John Henderson should be thrown into a single bill in\n                     chancery. Reference to Dabney Carr.  [885]","T. J.'s receipts from tobacco sale in the hands of Gibson \u0026 Jefferson.\n                     Claims of William Short and Etienne LeMaire. Condolences on Maria's death.\n                         [886]","Death of Maria. Appointment of W. C. Nicholas Collector for Norfolk after Mr.\n                     Davis resigns. Reference to Albert Gallatin.  [887]","Deed of trust to all shares of estate of Bennett Henderson on the Rivanna River\n                     near Milton, purchased on T. J.'s account and paid for by him.\n                         [888]","Sends draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. Mrs. Kerr's title to Henderson\n                     warehouses. Reference to Gabriel Lilly.  [889]","Sends copy of partition of Henderson estate. Requests payment on corn contract.\n                         [890]","Trip to Washington. Mentions Orange Court House, horse Castor, Fauquier Court\n                     House, Col. Wren, and John. Garden seed. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [2690]","Note for $1000 payable in 60 days negotiable at the Bank of Columbia.\n                         [891]","Commission as Collector (at the Port of Norfolk) has been forwarded. Mentions\n                     Albert Gallatin, James Madison, Mr. Newton, Jr., and Mr. Bedinger.\n                         [892]","Payments to Johnson.  [2691]","Gift of Joseph Priestley's  History of the Corruptions of\n                        Christianity.  Reference to [Fontaine?] Maury.  [893]","Payment for Mr. Wairscher, Mr. Duncan, and Alexander Perry for work at\n                     Monticello. Requests water be drawn from icehouse. References to J[ohn M.]\n                     Perry and [William?] Stewart.  [894]","T. J.'s tedious journey from Monticello. Declares her affection. Anne\n                     Randolph's visit to Elizabeth Eppes. Her recent illness. References to Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr.  [895]","Priestley's  History of the Corruptions of\n                        Christianity.  T. J.'s religious views. Recommends his own method of\n                     riding a trotting horse to strengthen his bowels. References to Dr. [William?]\n                     Eustis of Boston and Dr. Sydenham.  [896]","Glass sent care of Gibson \u0026 Jefferson, Richmond.\n                         [2692]","Deed to his share of the estate of Bennett Henderson, except mill, warehouse,\n                     storehouse, and lot in Milton, Va. Acknowledged before William Taylor and David\n                     Demaree, Justices of Shelby County, 9 July 1804; their commissions certified by\n                     James Craig, Clerk of Shelby County Court, 6 August 1804. Certification by\n                     Robert Jeffries, Presiding Justice of Shelby County, that James Craig's\n                     certificate is in order, 16 January 1805. Recorded by John Nicholas, Clerk of\n                     Albemarle County Court, 1 July 1805.  [897]","Sends turnips.  [2693]","Recording of deeds to the Bennett Henderson estate. Army commission for Robert\n                     Peyton held probably by Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [898]","Draft on Office of Discount and Deposit, Washington.  [2694]","Exchange of Bedford County lands for Lego (land adjoining Pantops). Health of\n                     Francis and the baby. Purchase of horse suitable for T. J. T. J.'s donkey sent\n                     back with Martin (slaves). Proposed marriage between Eppes' slave Melinda and\n                     T. J.'s John.  [899]","Bills of exchange on Maury in favor of Josef Yznardi, Cadiz; Thomas Appleton,\n                     Leghorn; and William Jarvis, Lisbon. Assurances of his friendship. News of Rev.\n                     [Matthew] Maury, his brother. Anxiety concerning affairs between France and\n                     England.  [900]","Francis Eppes and Maria well. Betsy's child sick;. Cannot come to Monticello\n                     Mentions Martha.  [2695]","Asks recommendation of successor for Mr. Chisman, Collector of Hampton. Death\n                     of Gen. William Irvine. References to Mr. Booker, Robert Armistead.\n                         [901]","For 5 3/4 yards lace muslin for Mrs. Madison.","Cannot aid New York Museum of Sculpture, Painting, etc.  [2696]","T. J.'s accounts for the months of July and August. Expected trip to Monticello\n                     via Fredericksburg and Orange.  [902]","Trip to Monticello. Reference to Mr. Baker's accident and to Elizabeth Eppes.\n                         [903]","Memorandum for appointment of Nathaniel Ewing of Pennsylvania to be Receiver of\n                     Public Monies at Vincennes.  [904]","Matthew Dunnell, Master. Countersigned by James Madison and David Gelston.\n                         [2697]","Sends magazine. Mr. Randolph's arrival in Washington. One house of Congress\n                     complete, but no Senate. Election of 1804. Desires to quit politics for family\n                     life. Mentions Mr. Eppes, Francis Eppes, and Maria Jefferson Eppes at\n                     Eppington. Messages to Anne Randolph and to Ellen Randolph for whom he has\n                     bantams.  [2697-a]","Money for Craven Peyton.  [2698]","Henry Brown and Mrs. Trist had fever. Mrs. Claibourne, Mrs. Gunley, and Mr.\n                     Gelston died. Mr. Dubourg handling Gelston's affairs. Needs money from England\n                     to settle Iberville plantation, which Spain holds. Squatters at Natchez\n                     plantation. James Monroe did not visit. Has Mr. Brigg's likeness of T. J.\n                     Mentions Mary Trist, William Brown, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha, John\n                     Wayles Eppes.  [2699]","Lilly unwilling to sell corn needed at Monticello. Difficulties with slave John\n                     who incites the hands. Thomas Jefferson Randolph's education. References to\n                     Messrs. Anderson, Moran, and Irving.  [905]","Regarding Nicholas' resignation. Reference to Colonel Newton.\n                         [906]","Seeking edition of Palladio in Philadelphia and Baltimore. Ryland Randolph of\n                     Turkey Island had one which David Randolph might locate. Note in unidentified\n                     hand: \"For the Rev. Dr. Packard with the respects of T. R. Slack.\" Addressed on\n                     verso, Mechums River, Va., to Rev. William Packard, Theological Seminary,\n                     Virginia.  [2700]","Complete record of legal action arising from Peyton's purchase of the estate of\n                     Bennett Henderson. Suit over matter of rights reserved by Mrs. Elizabeth\n                     Henderson for her son, John, to permit him to convey water through her land\n                     from the Rivanna River to his mill. Peyton stopped him with injunction from\n                     Albemarle County Court, which was dissolved on appeal. Complete record of trial\n                     in county court at which Peyton attempted to prove document reserving this\n                     right was fraudulent. Deposition of witnesses, exhibits of certified copies of\n                     documents. Case decided in favor of Henderson. Peyton appealed to High Court of\n                     Chancery. Appeal refused. After inquest of jurors, Henderson established mill.\n                     Petition of appeal to George Wythe, Judge of District Chancery Court, from\n                     Peyton allowed. At Court of Appeals held at Capitol in Richmond, 7 January\n                     1812, action of lower court affirmed. Names appearing in the record: William\n                     Alcock, James Barbour, Christopher W. Barker, James W. Bramham, N. Bramham, G.\n                     Carr, John Carr, Peter Carr, Kemp Catlett, Charlottesville, Va., Henry Chiles,\n                     Mr. Connard, James Craig, H. Dance, Martin Dawson, Isaac Ellis, Triplett T.\n                     Estis, John Fentress, Thomas C. Fletcher, Matthew Flournoy, Thomas L. Givin,\n                     Bennett Henderson, Bennett H. Henderson, Charles Henderson, Eliza Henderson,\n                     Elizabeth Henderson, Frances Henderson, Isham Henderson, Helman Henderson,\n                     James L. Henderson, John Henderson, Lucy Henderson, Matthew Henderson, Nancy\n                     Henderson, Richard Henderson, Sarah Henderson, William Henderson, Henderson\n                     \u0026 Canardard, Elijah Hogg, John R. Kerr, Sarah Henderson Kerr, John Key,\n                     Walter Key, Charles Lewis, James Lewis, J. W. Lewis, Reuben Lewis, William\n                     McKim, Isaac Miller, Milton, Va., Dabney Minor, William D. Meriwether, Edward\n                     Moore, John Nicholas, James Old, Richard Overton, George Poindexter, Richard\n                     Price, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Aaron Ray, Richmond, Va., Rivanna River, John\n                     Rogers, Shelby County, Ky., G. Termille, Mr. Thorp, Peter Tinsley, John Watson,\n                     Christian Wertenbaker (Wertinbaker), Christopher Wingfield. William Wingfield,\n                     W. Wood, Tucker Woodson, George Wythe, Charles Yancey.  [907]","Suit against David Michie of Buck Island concerning claims of Elizabeth\n                     Henderson and her minor children to lands and mill formerly owned by Bennett\n                     Henderson at Milton. Brief contains letters or depositions of James Henderson,\n                     Richard Price, James Lewis, Elizabeth Henderson, John Henderson, Craven Peyton,\n                     Charles Henderson, David Michie, Kemp Catlett, William Wood, James Barbour,\n                     Elijah Hogg, and Martin Dawson. Appeal heard by George Wythe in Richmond.\n                     Contains documents certified in courts of Shelby County, Kentucky. Contains\n                     letters, David Michie to T. J., dated 1812 June 18, 1812 June 21, 1812 June 27,\n                     1812 July 20, 1813 April 23, and 1813 May 30. Contains letters, T. J. to David\n                     Michie, dated 1812 June 20, 1812 June 22, 1812 June 27, 1812 July 20, 1813\n                     April 20, and 1813 May 30.  [2700-a]","Craven Peyton's bill in the case of Peyton vs. Henderson, presented to George\n                     Wythe, judge of the High Court of Chancery; chronology of sales by various\n                     heirs to the estate; notes on rent claims in the case of the Henderson lands; 2\n                     copies of deed, John Wood and Lucy Henderson Wood to T. J.; 3 copies of an\n                     agreement between John Wood and T. J. regarding his share of the Henderson\n                     estate; statement of the real property belonging to the legatees; and\n                     miscellaneous notes on pertinent information. Names mentioned: Richard\n                     Anderson, N. Bramham, Eliza Bullock, Kemp Catlett, George Hay, Bennett H.\n                     Henderson, Charles Henderson, Eliza Henderson, Elizabeth Henderson, Isham\n                     Henderson, James Lewis Henderson, John Henderson, Matthew Henderson, Nancy\n                     Crawford Henderson, Sarah Henderson, and William Henderson; Henderson \u0026\n                     Connard, David Higginbotham, Elijah Hogg, Mr. Johnson, John R. Kerr, Sarah\n                     Henderson Kerr, Walte Key, Isaac Miller, E. Moore, Matthew Nelson, Nancy\n                     Crawford Henderson Nelson, Craven Peyton, Richard Price, Thomas Eston Randolph,\n                     Richard Seabrook, Watson \u0026 Snelson, John Wood Lucy Henderson Wood, and\n                     Tucker M. Woodson.  [908]","Includes tabular view of rights in lands of Bennett Henderson, showing portions\n                     of widow (Elizabeth Henderson), John Henderson, Sarah Henderson Kerr, James\n                     Lewis Henderson, Charles Henderson, Isham Henderson, Bennett Hillsboro\n                     Henderson, Eliza Henderson, Frances Henderson, Lucy Henderson, Nancy Crawford\n                     Henderson, with notations of conveyances to T. J., Craven Peyton, Mr. Bramham,\n                     Tucker M. Woodson, James L. Henderson, Richard Seabrook, and John Henderson. A\n                     statement of the real property of Bennett Henderson, deceased. Courses of deed\n                     and plat of land sold to Martin Dawson by T. J. Estimate of the property of\n                     Bennett Henderson in which dower was assigned. Estimate of Bennett Henderson's\n                     estate for assigning dower. Estimate of Henderson's lands by Messrs. Watson\n                     \u0026 [Snelson?]. List of Henderson's lands purchased by T. J. The rights\n                     of T. J. to the warehouses. List of deeds for the Henderson lands. References\n                     to Watson E. Alexander, David Anderson, Eliza Bullock, John H. Bullock, Mr.\n                     Fitch, David Higginbotham, John R. Kerr, William D. Meriwether, David Mickie,\n                     Thomas E. Randolph, and Mr. Suttle.  [909]","19th century restrike of the 1804 circular copperplate engraving.","Price for shares in warehouse of the Henderson estate.  [910]","Stable bill for the year 1804.  [911]","Establishment of a state university in Virginia. Detailed advice regarding the\n                     charter, purpose, endowment, board of visitors, professorships, and buildings.\n                     Will leave his library to the university if it should be set up.\n                         [912]","Martha's and children's health.  [2701]","Mr. Reibelt of Baltimore sent French New Testament. Needs Greek and English New\n                     Testaments from Philadelphia. Would like the Benjamin Johnson-Robert Carr\n                     Bible.  [2702]","Information from Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., on a commission for Robert Peyton.\n                     Purchase of shares in Henderson's warehouse difficult in present circumstances.\n                         [913]","Plans to change her name to Anastasia.  [875]","Time for visit.  [2703]","Deed to their shares in Henderson's warehouse in Milton, Va., witnessed by John\n                     H. Bullock, James Davis, and John Fentress. Sworn before Matthew Flournoy and\n                     Abraham Owen, Justices of the Peace of Shelby County, Ky. Flournoy's and Owen's\n                     commissions certified by James Craig, Clerk of Shelby County. James L.\n                     Henderson and Elizabeth Henderson's guarantee of the deed (grantors being under\n                     age), 25 February 1805. Recorded by John Nicholas, Clerk of Albemarle County\n                     Court, 7 October 1805.  [914]","Deeds to share of lands, warehouses, storehouses, mills, lots, etc., inherited\n                     by Eliza Bullock from her father, Bennett Henderson. Acknowledged before\n                     Matthew Flournoy and Abraham Owen, Justices, Shelby County, 28 February 1805,\n                     whose commissions are certified by James Craig, Clerk of Court. Foregoing\n                     certificates attested in good form by Robert Jeffries, Presiding Justice of\n                     Peace, 15 March 1805. Recorded, Albemarle County Court, October 1805, John\n                     Nicholas, Clerk.  [915]","Martha's illness. References to Dr. [Charles] Everett and Mr. Terry.\n                         [916]","Randolph writes to Jefferson offering him congratulations on the day of his\n                     second inauguration as President of the United States, and sending a pamphlet\n                     which he had mentioned to him.","Draft on Philadelphia bank for books. Wants new edition of Bible that Cary has\n                     available.  [2704]","Clearance papers for Schooner Mercury, Caleb Smith master, bound for Barbados.\n                         [917]","Informing the Louisiana Governor that Mr. Briggs is to survey lands between New\n                     Orleans and the Bayou St. Jean, preparatory to the issuance of a grant to\n                     Lafayette. Requesting information as to the advantages of different pieces of\n                     land.  [918]","Land to be granted to Lafayette near New Orleans.  [919]","Work (at Monticello?) can be done in Mr. Andrews' absence if moulds are\n                     available.  [920]","Clearance papers for Schooner Fair Trader, John Simpson master, bound for\n                     Jamaica. Countersigned by James Madison.  [921]","James B. Wasson, master. New York to Liverpool. Countersigned by James Madison,\n                     David Gelston. Text in French, Spanish, English, and Dutch.\n                         [2705]","Family news. Martha's illness.  [922]","Painter setting out for Monticello. Reference to Joseph Dougherty. Enclosure:\n                     bill for coffee, sugar, chocolate, barley, rice, and spices.\n                         [923]","Prostration of Federalism. Republicans are dividing, but political divisions\n                     natural. Madison sends questionable report that North Carolina Legislature\n                     discussed Virginia Resolution.  [2706]","Probably to John Barnes. Orders payment to Mr. Lenthal.  [2707]","Mr. Taggert's bill. Paint from Philadelphia at Richmond.\n                         [2708]","Regarding his account with [Thomas] Bell. Reference to Reuben Perry and to\n                     George Washington.  [924]","Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.'s election seems certain.  [925]","Deeds received from James L. Henderson, Eliza Henderson Bullock. and other\n                     members of the family for their shares in Bennett Henderson's estate. [Richard]\n                     Anderson's doubtful title secured. Draft on T. J. in favor of George Jefferson.\n                         [926]","Martha's health. Election results.  [927]","Letter to Judge Gantt of Bladensburg, Md., regarding Oldham's concerns in the\n                     Jackson estate. Ornaments for Corinthian frieze. Mentions Mr. Andrews.\n                         [928]","T. J. writes about a certificate for Bellini's death, planting fruit trees and\n                     delaying the shipping of wines until October so they will not be spoiled by\n                     heat. He requests Mazzei to send him a bottle each of white Verdea and\n                     Muscatel.","Payment for a horse. Plans to lay off portion of Poplar Forest (for Eppes?)\n                     with aid of [Charles] Clay and [Bowling] Clarke. Invitation to Monticello.\n                     Misleading letter of [James?] Elliot printed in the paper.\n                         [929]","Printed: B of R VI 390 (MS. in DLC). Failure of solid-stemmed wheat.\n                         [930]","Accounts with Mr. Cheetham, Mr. Erwin, Mrs. Radcliffe, Colonel Colfax settled\n                     by John Richards and Mr. Ludlow.  [931]","Accounts with T. J. and General Kosciuszko. Reference to Van Staphorst\n                     \u0026 Hubbard.  [932]","Accepts dinner invitation.  [933]","[John] Henderson's interference in the collections for firewood. Deeds,\n                     depositions regarding the Henderson estate forwarded to George Hay. Requests\n                     remittance through George Jefferson. Mentions [Richard] Anderson.\n                         [934]","Arrangements for remittance through George Jefferson. Requests particulars of\n                     purchase from Eliza Bullock and a note of the quantity of tobacco received at\n                     the Henderson warehouses for the past years. Statement of the rights in the\n                     warehouses of the Henderson heirs, Elizabeth, John, James L., Charles, Isham,\n                     Bennett H., Frances, Lucy, and Nancy C. Henderson, Eliza Henderson Bullock, and\n                     Sarah Kerr. Mentions Richard Anderson, [James W.?] Bramham, Richard Seabrook,\n                     and Tucker M. Woodson.  [935]","Lilly's plan to leave Monticello to supervise work of clearing the Rivanna\n                     River. Suggestion that Lilly might he retained by being allowed to oversee a\n                     farm as well as the nailery. Damage done to crops by the Hessian fly. Health of\n                     Martha, Anne, Ellen, Cornelia, Virginia, and Thomas Jefferson Randolph.\n                     Mentions Mrs. [Nicholas?] Lewis and [John] Craven.  [936]","Payment for Bennett Henderson estate shares. Decline in Henderson's warehouse\n                     business can be remedied by cash commission, which would restore tobacco\n                     business now going to Columbia, Va.  [937]","Payments to George Jefferson. Deeds to Bennett Henderson estate. Reference to\n                     John Bullock.  [938]","Memorandum of the rights in the tobacco warehouses of the Henderson estate.\n                     (See entry, T. J. to Craven Peyton, 13 June 1805, for details.)\n                         [939]","Barnes' resources insufficient to handle T. J.'s business.\n                         [940]","Monroe writes to recommend George William Erving for a consular post.","Thanks for T. J.'s gift of Commodore Preble's marsala and sherry wines.\n                         [941]","Wants T. J.'s remembrances for biography of Patrick Henry. Offers as references\n                     Peter and Dabney Carr. Would also like short sketches of Henry's colleagues.\n                         [2709]","Perilous thunderstorm. Letter from Etienne LeMaire. References to Mr. Burwell,\n                     Mr. and Mrs. Carey.  [942]","Value of T. J.'s lands at the time Clarke left Poplar Forest. References to\n                     Messrs. Callaway and Robertson.  [943]","Praises Henry for giving \"first impulse to the ball of revolution\" and for\n                     oratory, but criticizes ignorance of law and avarice.  [2710]","Payments for T. J. to the Rev. Mr. Pryce and to Mr. Corkle. Barnes' account\n                     with T. J. enclosed. T. J.'s visit to Bedford County.  [944]","Asks consultation to inform George Hay whether he should enter an appeal in the\n                     Henderson case.  [945]","Asks patronage for a straw hat factory. Mentions Mr. Emery, American Consul in\n                     England.  [946]","James Madison's draft on T. J. will be honored. Payment to Mr. LeMaire for\n                     slaves' wages. Plentiful crops. References to Joseph Dougherty and Mr. Andrews.\n                         [947]","Account for nails, brads, spikes rendered by Gabriel Lilly for T. J., to Peter\n                     Carr for the years 1804-1805.  [948]","Payments to James Madison, Etienne LeMaire, the Rev. Mr. Pryce, and Mr. Corkle.\n                     Arrival of wine, brandy, spermacetti and tallow candles, soap, and loaf sugar.\n                     Competition from new stores in Georgetown.  [949]","List of shares in the tobacco warehouse of the Henderson estate purchased by T.\n                     J. [George] Hay has taken the appeal in the Henderson case.\n                         [950]","T. J.'s accounts. Yellow fever in New York and Philadelphia. Enclosure: account\n                     from 12 July to 9 September.  [951]","T. J. has asked Mr. Gallatin to send Nicholas a copy of the judgment against\n                     Robinsons administration. T. J. comments on the likelihood of war in\n                     Europe.","Asks Minor's opinion on whether the Virginia legislature would do anything for\n                     Tom Paine.  [952]","Contemporary copy made for Tobias Lear, U.S. consul general to Algiers. The\n                     correspondents try to ameliorate a diplomatic crisis caused by the U.S. seizure\n                     of a Tunisian ship which tried to run a blockade of the Tripolitan harbor.","Includes sketches of ridge beams.  [2712]","For phaeton. Five \"figs\" and notes on three sheets.  [2713,\n                        N-532]","\"A dozen canons of conduct in life.\"  [2714]","Will sign papers when he receives balance due. Mentions James Craig, John\n                     Henderson, and James L. Henderson.  [953]","Answer delayed by death of younger son. Henderson deeds. Acknowledgment of\n                     Hilsman (i.e. Bennett H.) Henderson delayed until he is of age.\n                         [954]","Instructions to the overseer. Brown (a slave) to go to Mr. Jordan at Lexington.\n                     Purchase of molasses, fish, and other provisions from [George] Jefferson and\n                     [John] Craven. Road repair. Trees to be planted. Payment of debts to James\n                     Walker, Cleviers (?) Duke, Thomas Eston Randolph. Essential to get nail factory\n                     under way to meet debts. Planting of oats, clover, peas. Mentions [Martin]\n                     Dawson, [David] Higginbotham, Gabriel Lilly, Martha Randolph, Jerry and Fanny\n                     (slaves).  [955]","Letters of Secretary of State. James Madison; Minister Plenipotentiary at\n                     Paris, John Armstrong; and Henry Waddell, in ease of ship New Jersey.\n                         [2715]","T. J. thanks Law for the loan of a book and speaks of occupation as a remedy\n                     for ennui.","Urging them to live at peace and cultivate the land.  [956]","George Hitch, Master. Ship of New Bedford, Mass. Note on verso, signed by\n                     William Lyman, U.S. Consul at London, transfers command from David Nye, Jr., to\n                     George Hitch, Jr.  [2716]","Thanks for pamphlet on yellow fever. Copies sent to diplomatic agents to\n                     counteract the disastrous effects on commerce produced by other views.\n                         [957]","Acceptance of appointment of Collector of the District of Georgetown.\n                         [958]","Parcel from Charles Lewis (her son). Greetings from [Charles L.] Lewis. (her\n                     husband).  [959]","Corn. Mr. Reibelt was to order books from France, but Mayer did it instead.\n                         [2717]","Urging that there be no duel to settle the quarrel between Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. and John Randolph, but that he seek advice from Peter Carr,\n                     [George?] Divers, and [Wilson Cary] Nicholas. Notices of the matter in the\n                     National Intelligencer and the Enquirer.  [960]","T. J.'s accounts.  [961]","Contemporary copy made for Tobias Lear, U.S. consul general to Algiers. The\n                     correspondents try to ameliorate a diplomatic crisis caused by the U.S. seizure\n                     of a Tunisian ship which tried to run a blockade of the Tripolitan harbor.","Roscoe's History of the Pontificate of Leo X compared to Life of Lorenzo de\n                     Medici. Americans do not have time for scientific pursuits.\n                         [2718]","Barbecue and an oration in Charlottesville for the Fourth of July. News of Aunt\n                     Jane [Randolph], Aunt Lucy [Lewis], Aunt Harriet [Randolph], and Aunt [Martha]\n                     Carr. Miss Nicholson reports [Albert] Gallatin may not visit Monticello.\n                         [962]","Receipt of four barrels of white sugar on Schooner Brothers.\n                         [963]","Leaving for Edgehill and Monticello. Packages from Richmond. Work at mill,\n                     garden, and by Milton road. Mr. Burwell's horses and slave.\n                         [2719]","[2720, N-546]","T. J.'s accounts. Payments to S. H. Smith, Mr. Peal (Rubens Peale?), Mr.\n                     Cheetham and the Washington Academy. Drought in Washington has raised price of\n                     wheat. Package arrived in the Sloop Harmony.  [964]","Cannot remit money. Valuation of the Henderson mill.  [965]","Payment of T. J.'s note.  [966]","T. J.'s accounts. Payment to James Brand. Receipt of wine. References to Thomas\n                     Carpenter, Etienne LeMaire, and William Short.  [967]","Payments to James Brand, Oliver Evans, Jones \u0026 Howell, and Thomas\n                     Carpenter.  [968]","William Stewart account. Mr. Lilly unavailable. Profit from nailery to apply to\n                     debt.  [2721]","Martha Randolph and John (slave?) ill. Theft of money intended for Colonel Van\n                     Ness. Tobacco crop safe. References to Mr. Estis, J. Speir, and [Ralph?]\n                     Wormeley.  [969]","T. J. \"presents his compliments to Capt Andrews \u0026 finds on further\n                     examination that his figures must be formed within an outline of 13 Inches\n                     square only they are to be 30 in number.\" The note is probably in reference to\n                     plaster decorations at Monticello.","Deed to tract of land on the Hardware River in Albemarle County, property in\n                     the town of Milton, a mill seat, property occupied by Thomas Eston Randolph,\n                     land in Kentucky. James Lewis and Matthew Henderson are to pay certain debts to\n                     David Higginbotham, John George, Brown, Rives \u0026 Co., Thomas Norvell\n                     \u0026 Co., Dr. Charles Everette and others. Witnesses: Henry Medearis,\n                     Flemg. Goolsby, John H. Martin, and Edward Stone. Copy attested by John\n                     Nicholas, Clerk. References to Hill Carter, Shelton Connard, Martha Henderson,\n                     Elizabeth Henderson, James and Richard Smith, and Thomas Wells, Jr.\n                         [970]","Col. [Nicholas?] Lewis' daughters and Peyton attacked by fever. Death of Betsy\n                     Lewis. Details of Henderson estate to be settled in case of his death. Attended\n                     by Doctors Coon and Freemon.  [971]","Work delayed on the Randolph house. John's illness.  [972]","Appointment of a successor to Robert Purviance. Discord among American officers\n                     in St. Louis. Enquiry for a box sent by Brig Lucy, Capt. Peckham, to Mr.\n                     Patterson, Consul at Nantes. Relations with the Spanish in West Florida and\n                     Louisiana. References to Natchitoches and Bayou Pierre, La.\n                         [973]","Mr. Strange not the agent of Donald \u0026 Burton, London. Sends letter to\n                     Mr. Brown, plaintiff's attorney, to prevent steps prejudicial to Carr.\n                         [974]","Condolences for his loss. Mr. Buchanan's enquiry for package sent by Brig Lucy.\n                         [975]","Encloses letter from his father Thomas Rodney on situation in the West.\n                     Mentions letters from Allan McLane on problems of collecting revenue at port of\n                     Wilmington, and judicial decisions affecting revenue laws. Rodney fears\n                     Judiciary is undermining the Administration. Cevallos ordered all communication\n                     between Madison and Spanish legation turned over to Yrujo. Willingness to\n                     replace Judge William Paterson.  [2722]","Books and bill of lading. Encloses draft on U.S. bank at Baltimore.\n                         [2723]","Thanks for grass, fowls, and flowers. References to Mr. Shoemaker, [Craven]\n                     Peyton, and Martha Randolph.  [976]","Federalist libels against Republicans. Interference of churchmen in politics\n                     and corruption of Federalist newspapers.  [2724]","Schedule of the property of John Henderson, deeds, and papers in trust for\n                     purpose of securing certain moneys to James Lewis and Matthew Henderson.\n                         [977]","Sends Life and Pontificate of Leo X, by way of Ra[lph?] Eddens of Philadelphia.\n                         [2725]","Nail rod. Books from Richmond by Mr. Johnson. Gardening and brickmaking as Mr.\n                     Chisolm directed. Hogs and sheep.  [2727]","Order on T. J. in favor of Dabney Carr.  [979]","State of T. J.'s finances for the ensuing months.  [980]","Enclosing a draft on T. J. by John Perry, which pays Mrs. Carter for hire of\n                     slaves. Martha Carr mentioned.  [981]","Urges that T. J. run for another term. Notes accomplishments of T. J.'s\n                     administration. Incompetency of Henry Dearborn as Secretary of War. Suggests\n                     Dearborn be made Collector of Boston. Burr Conspiracy. Defenselessness of New\n                     Orleans. References to James Wilkinson.  [982]","Recommends civil reforms and legislative action to prevent lawsuits and protect\n                     the citizen; policy on territories. Country loves Jefferson despite hatred of\n                     Federalists.  [983]","Payment of John Perry's draft on T. J.  [984]","Wants William Wirt to assist George Hay in suit against John Henderson.\n                         [985]","Grant to Nicholas Delong for lands in Ohio.","Yrujo suit against William Duane, editor of the Aurora.  [2728]","Encloses draft from John Perry, payable in monthly installments.\n               [986]","Dispute between Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. and T. J.  [2728-a]","Declaring his affection and respect. Assurances that he does not think Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph has joined the Federalists. References to Colonel Heath.\n                         [987]","Dispute between Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. and T. J.  [2728-b]","Signed by T. J.","Health and state of mind of Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Joseph brings carriage.\n                         [2728-c]","Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.'s regrets for having left T. J. and Randolph's state\n                     of mind.  [2728-d]","T. J. writes to his daughter regarding the illness of her husband, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.","Thomas Mann Randolph's illness. Arrival of Mr. Burwell.  [988]","Appreciates receipt of [James] Workman's pamphlet; disapproves his use of\n                     office as judge to liberate accomplices. Fault in our Constitution in\n                     irresponsible power of the judiciary.  [989]","T. J.'s headache. Health of Mr. Randolph, Lemaire, and Mr. Freeman.\n                         [2729]","Suggests sending mare to Eppes, so as not to endanger her foal. Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr. s illness. T. J. s headache.  [990]","Lost paper found. To Monticello.  [2730]","Offering to sell his slave who is the wife of T. J.'s Moses, since Lewis is\n                     moving to Kentucky.  [991]","Recommends course of study for Carr's son, Lewis Carr, preparatory to entrance\n                     at William and Mary.  [992]","Work at mill. Mr. Perry works on scow and Mr. Maddox on toll mill. Thorn\n                     hedges.  [2731]","Delays payment of John Perry's draft in favor of Carr because of heavy bills\n                     for wine. Remittance to James Walker as bail for Stewart in return for year's\n                     hire of Melinda (slave?).  [993]","Health of Francis Eppes II. John Wayles Eppes' mare in good traveling order.\n                     Friendly letter from Bey of Tunis. Despite high opinion of Marshall's\n                     integrity, finds jury in Aaron Burr's trial unfairly weighted with two\n                     Federalists, four Quids, and ten Republicans. Mentions Eppes' slave, Martin.\n                         [994]","Perry's bond. Baltimore creditors of John Speer, assignee, demand Maddox's\n                     draft to E. Alexander which was presented at Monticello. Judgment against\n                     Stewart and Walker. Mentions Melinda and Samuel Carr.  [2732]","Flood damage to toll mill. Mr. Perry doing scow roof. Hedges. Purchase of\n                     sheep. Mr. Carr's and Mr. Craven's mules. Mentions Mr. Walker.\n                         [2734]","Encloses check on the Bank of the U.S. Debt to Barnes. Barnes to collect\n                     Beckley's debt and credit T. J.  [2734-a]","Countersigned by James Madison. For a salivating device. Description of device\n                     by Phoebus.  [995]","Mill and canal flooding. Mentions Davy.  [2735]","Resolution of officers sailing to and from ports of Norfolk and Portsmouth.\n                         [2736]","Patent for lot in Range Eight, Section Three of the Northwest Territory.\n                     Countersigned by James Madison.  [996]","Monticello barn. Horse mended. Mentions Mr. Perry and James Clark.\n                         [2737]","Defense of Fort Norfolk, Craney Island, Elizabeth and James Rivers.\n                         [2738]","Terms for sale of clover and grass seed. Reference to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [997]","Request for a comb. Heel of shoe needs changing. News of Chesapeake affair.\n                     Fresh meat supply for the summer. Mentions Edmund Bacon.  [998]","Interdiction of British ships-of-war should be strictly enforced. Hopes T. J.\n                     will accept another term; approval of T. J.'s late proclamation and of his\n                     defeat of the Burr Conspiracy.  [999]","Robert Bowie and Mr. Wilkinson invited to dine.  [2739]","#5533.  Bill for milk and cream.  [2740]","Ensign's commission. Countersigned by James Madisom.  [2741]","Payments to William Pennock of Norfolk and to Jones \u0026 Howell of\n                     Philadelphia.  [1000]","Subscribes to Louis De Tousard's  American Artillerist's\n                        Companion. [2742]","Cannot undertake the settlement between Col. [Nicholas?] Lewis and Peyton\n                     because of unusual press of public affairs brought on by Chesapeake affair.\n                         [1001]","T. J. responds to Cabell's request for an opinion on a Congressional act for\n                     accepting the service of volunteers in the armed services.\n                         [2742-a]","Payment for clover and greensward seed. Clover to he sent to Burgess Griffin at\n                     Poplar Forest. Mentions Mr. Crouch, Mr. Brown, and Anna Scott Marks.\n                         [1002]","James Davidson's explanation of enclosed bill of exchange. Damage from storms\n                     near Monticello. Offers draft or a remittance. Enclosure: bill of exchange\n                     drawn by Stephen Cathalan, Jr., on T. J. in favor of Capt. William Hazard.\n                         [1003]","Financial matters. T. J.'s fatiguing visit to Bedford County. Order on Jonathan\n                     Smith, of the Bank of Pennsylvania, for Tadeusz Kosciuszko's account.\n                         [1004]","To the Governor of Virginia, concerning Lowrie's correspondence. Approves\n                     Cabell's instructions to Major Newton. Provisions for troops. Report from Mr.\n                     Belscher of Gloucester regarding contraventions of the proclamation denying\n                     British vessels the hospitality of American waters.  [1005]","Unidentified legal matter.  [2742-b]","Promissory note on bank of Columbia.  [2742-c]","Purchase of horse. Shipment of harpsichord, table, copying press, and a bust to\n                     Mr. George Jefferson at Richmond. Asks instructions about presses. Acquisition\n                     of Floridas and peace with England very uncertain. Mentions Mr. Coles. Francis\n                     Eppes II, and Mr. and Mrs. Francis Eppes I.  [1006]","Plans for meeting Madison at Montpellier. Mentions Dolly Madison.\n                         [1007]","Payments to James Carr, Thomas Burress, Jacob Kooper, John Peyton, Richard\n                     Anderson, John Rogers, James Butler.  [2743]","[758]","[758]","[758]","Offers to sell Colle to T. J. and to trade other tracts with Mr. Carr. T. J.'s\n                     tenant at Milton, [Richard?] Johnson, has corn and wheat which Edmund Bacon\n                     should call for. Warehouse money all drawn. Firewood cutting prohibited at\n                     Milton.  [1009]","Note payable at Bank of Columbia.  [2744]","Accounts of Mr. Peyton and cooper. Mr. Craven's tobacco. Timothy planting.\n                     Corn. Work on dam. [Break in text]. Property sale. Mentions Mr. Shoemaker, Mr.\n                     Perry.  [2745]","Debts will not permit him to buy Colle. Instructions regarding corn and wheat\n                     to be delivered to Edmund Bacon. Purchase of the right of James Lewis and\n                     Matthew Henderson in the Bennett Henderson estate. Joseph C. Cabell might buy\n                     Peyton's land.  [1010]","Clearance papers for Brig Alexander, William Miller Captain, bound for\n                     Guadeloupe. Countersigned by James Madison.  [1011]","Mrs. Dangerfield's slaves. Disagreement with England. Amendment of the\n                     Constitution for removal of judges, and Senate proposal for appointment of\n                     judges. Mentions L. W. Dangerfield and Sarah Dangerfield.\n                         [2745-a]","Davy to Washington. Corn from Mr. Craven, Robert Teril, Robert Burress, Mr.\n                     Peyton. Stewart drunk and working poorly. Garden work. No work at cooper's\n                     shop, Belt's home, or head gate. Mr. Maddox broke arm.  [2746]","Terms for cutting firewood on Jefferson's land near Milton.\n                         [1012]","Money to be sent by Mr. Craven.  [2747]","Conveying shares of Frances L., Lucy L., and Nancy Henderson in the estate of\n                     their father, Bennett Henderson, signed by John Henderson as guardian .\n                     Witnesses: Fleming Turner, M[artin] Dawson, James Bullock. Receipt from\n                     Henderson for money paid by Peyton on the above. Witness: Fleming Turner.\n                         [1013]","Letter of farewell upon leaving for mouth of Cumberland River. Mr. Peyton's\n                     goodness to her.  [1014]","Davy bringing box of articles furnished by Dr. Ott. Lead has left Philadelphia.\n                     Has sent Mr. Bacon books and other packages for Monticello to be stored in\n                     greenhouse.  [2747-a]","Mrs. Dangerfield's runaway slaves. Mr. Belt wants new bolting cloth. Davy, not\n                     Mr. Perry, can make addition to the nursery. Mr. Grady's money.\n                         [2748]","Note payable at Bank of Columbia.  [2749]","Runaway slaves not at Mrs. Dangerfield's. Wants T. J. to prevent his being made\n                     a soldier.  [2750]","Mrs. Lewis' account for turkeys, bacon, oats, and vegetables gotten by Edmund\n                     Bacon, Mr. Freeman, and Mr. Lilly. Hogs. Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. took two\n                     wagon horses.  [2751]","T. J.'s health. David and William Randolph in bankruptcy. Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph's responsibilities.  [1015]","Letter from a loyal but crackpot Republican. Advises annexation of the\n                     Floridas, but Canada and Nova Scotia \"a dred to our union\" if taken. Evils of\n                     the Quakers and Methodists in attacks on T. J. Mentions General Lyman, James\n                     Madison, William Thornton, William B. Giles, and [John] Pope.\n                         [1016]","Appointment of Benjamin Waterhouse, who introduced vaccination in this country,\n                     to the Marine Hospital of Boston. T. J. Randolph's prospective trip to\n                     Philadelphia. Mr. Rose's mission. Embargo.  [1017]","T. J. asks Taylor to contact Martin and ask him to make a drill, which T. J.\n                     will send to the agricultural society of Paris.","Owes John Carr. Peter Minor buys nails from penitentiary. [Break in text].\n                     Runaway slaves.  [2752]","Mr. Belt keeping his horse at the mill. Bigtail sheep flock increasing.\n                         [2753]","Ellen's and her own education. Flowers, trees, and vines at Edgehill: cypress\n                     vine, prickly ash trees, mignonette, marigold. Lucy Lewis has gone to Kentucky.\n                     References to Virginia and Mary Randolph, Mrs. [Nicholas?] Lewis, and Aunt Jane\n                     [Randolph].  [1018]","Treaties with Ottowas, Chippewas, Wyandots, and Potawatomis. made at Detroit,\n                     and with Choctaws at Pooshapukanuck.  [2754]","Goods to Gibson \u0026 Jefferson, Richmond, by Capt. Johnson.\n                         [2755]","Peas, roses, and amaryllis in her gardens. Reported engagement of Evalina\n                     Bolling to Mr. Garett (Alexander Garrett?) of Charlottesville.\n                         [1020]","Introducing Beverley Randolph, who is living in young Nourse's place. Broken\n                     seal and watch key. Mentions Dolly Madison.  [1021]","Stewart's account. Dinsmore levels land. Corn from Mr. Mullins. Needs nail rod,\n                     as George Jefferson has none at Richmond. Mentions Mr. Walker, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.  [2756]","A small slip of paper, with ends sealed together by wax to form a circular\n                     wrapper. On the outside T. J. has written \"Daugherty Joseph Acct. \u0026\n                     Vouchers. 1808.\"","Thorn hedges. Sowing oats in field bought from Mr. Craven. Corn planting. Small\n                     ewe that had been at Alexander's died. Joe wants tin for coopers.\n                         [2757]","Check on the Bank of the U.S. for Burgess Griffin.  [2757-a]","Compromise between Republicans and Quids in Lancaster, Pa., caucus for\n                     electors. Madison's chances in Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Delaware.\n                     References to George Clinton, James Madison, James Monroe, and Simon Snyder.\n                         [1022]","First principle of our government: the will of the majority.\n                         [1023]","Bill for corn.  [758]","Davy brings horse. Gardening. Mentions Mr. Chisolm and Mr. Dinsmore. Needs nail\n                     rod.  [2758]","Bill for corn.  [758]","Davy brings horse. T. J. comes later. Peter Hemings should cook for T. J., and\n                     Wormly should tend horses. Mentions Mr. Price.  [2759]","Surveying land touching Elkhill between Byrd Creek and James River, bought from\n                     D. Ross. Meredith Price survey not correct. Cannot locate marker tree on\n                     Joshua's branch.  [2760]","For November 1798 through July 1806, signed by James Lyle. Records payments\n                     from Gibson \u0026 Jefferson and C. Clarke. Mentions bonds for Mrs. Jane\n                     Jefferson and bond to Richard Harvie.  [1024]","The will of T. J.'s brother. Land and slaves to be divided equally among five\n                     sons, Thomas, Robert Lewis, Field, [Isham] Randolph, and [James] Lilburne\n                     Jefferson. Executors named: Harding Yerkins, Robert Craig, Robert Lewis\n                     Jefferson, and T. J.  [1025]","Francis Wayles's education and T. J.'s new horse.","Appoints Robert H. Jones of Warrenton, [N. C.], District Attorney for North\n                     Carolina.  [1026]","Mr. Peyton's account. Jerry gone to Bedford. Canal and boat. Mr. Maddox works\n                     at stables. Mentions horses, Mr. Chisolm.  [2761]","Brown needs money from Bishop. Slaves working for Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.,\n                     and cutting oats. River and canal. Parney corn.  [2762]","T. J. sends instructions on paying notes.","T. J. thanks Pelham for his specimen passages written in several phonetic\n                     alphabets and notes Voltaire's efforts to reform the French language. He asks\n                     Pelham to send him Austin's book on the human character of Jesus. Also included\n                     is a notebook, 1808, of sample alphabets sent by Pelham to T. J.","Threat of insurrection by Boston Tories if importation of flour from southern\n                     states is stopped. Instructions to Dearborn for War Department action.\n                         [1027]","Boston opposition to stoppage of importation of flour.  [1028]","Difficulties in execution of the Embargo Act. References to Orders in Council\n                     and to the Napoleonic Decrees.  [1029]","To the Governor of Massachusetts, concerning enforcement of the Embargo.\n                         [1030]","Homer, Vergil, Lucan, Claudian, Silius Italicus, Ovid, Juvenal, Perseus,\n                     Horace, Seneca the tragedian, Plautus, Terence, Ausonius, Caesar, Suetonius,\n                     Tacitus, Justin, Sallust, Boethius, Cicero, Hippocrates. Also, Greek and Latin\n                     New Testaments and Orthodoxa Symbola. Printers: Elzevir, Morelli, and Jansson.\n                         [2763]","Arrival of boxes. Purchase of a horse for T. J. from Richard Thweatt.\n                     References to [Thomas] Bell, Mr. Eggleston, Francis Eppes, and Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.  [1031]","Regarding a breach of duty by one of the U. S. Collectors.\n                         [1032]","Offers to transfer Page's office of Commissioner of Loans for Virginia to his\n                     son, Francis, because of Page's ill health. Page's endorsement: \"Most generous\n                     \u0026 consolatory to me!!\"  [1033]","Binds Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Martha Jefferson Randolph, and affianced\n                     couple. Transfers Poplar Forest, Bedford County, lands to Bankhead. Verso:\n                     mathematical calculation and T. J.'s presidential mailing address.\n                         [2764]","Purchase of horse. Marriage of Anne Randolph and Charles L. Bankhead. Action\n                     regarding the Embargo, Orders-in-Council, and Napoleon's decrees. Resistance to\n                     Napoleon in Spain. Reference to George Canning.  [1034]","Horse purchased for T. J., paid by draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson, and\n                     forwarded by Martin, together with a petrified snake. References to Mr.\n                     Williams and Martha Randolph.  [1035]","Gravy spoons to be converted into dessert spoons. Difficulties with his new\n                     horse. References to J. Peyton, Mr. Shoemaker, [Edmund] Bacon, James Madison,\n                     and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [1036]","Mill dam. Garden work. Corn prices. Money for Johnson. Horse Fitch Partner\n                     lame.  [2765]","T. J.'s papers. Construction of his mouldboard plow. Pleased to hear of the\n                     dynamometer. References to [William?] Meriwether and Nicholas Lewis.\n                         [1037]","Spoons and hooks for Thomas J. Randolph forwarded. Wine bottling. Remedies for\n                     T. J.'s rheumatism.  [1038]","T. J. asks Randolph to send his watch with either Dr. Porter or Dr. Say, who\n                     will be coming for the sitting of Congress. He also asks Randolph to have Mr.\n                     McAlister, an optician, make a magnifying glass and includes a small sketch of\n                     the design. T. J. encloses ten dollars for two alabaster lamps.","Letter from Martha J. Randolph. Bundle sent to Philadelphia, as well as box of\n                     books from Milton. Forgot to pack some Buffon volumes. T. J. wants his mamaluke\n                     bit plated in Philadelphia. Dr. Rush praises T. J. Randolph.\n                         [2766]","Watch repair. Will send to New York for crystal seal. Cannot get Bell's\n                     Anatomy; using Fyfe. Mentions Voight, Dr. Porter, Dr. Mitchell.\n                         [2767]","Conveying the mill site of the Bennett Henderson estate. Witnessed by Charles\n                     D. Thomas, N. K. Thomas, Joel Shiflett, and Whittiker Carter. Recorded 4 April\n                     1809 by John Nicholas, Clerk of Albemarle County Court. Mentions John Henderson\n                     and Matthew Henderson.  [1039]","Progress in Medical School. References to Philip S. Physick, James Woodhouse,\n                     Caspar Wistar, and Benjamin Say. Purchase of Bell's Anatomy.\n                         [1040]","Note to Mrs. Carter for John Pace's and Nicholas Gianniny's corn. Mr. Lammons,\n                     stone mason, not yet working. Davy wants to see his wife Christmas. [Break in\n                     text]. Mentions miller and Robert Teril.  [2768]","Machinery used in T. J.'s mill was patented by Evans. T. J. to pay Evans'\n                     agent, John Moody, by draft on U.S. Bank at Philadelphia.\n                         [2769]","Requesting that he make payments to Mr. McAlister and Mr. Pemberton. Shipment\n                     of a polygraph to [Rubens?] Peale. Advice on notetaking, with Sallust and\n                     Tacitus as models. Counsels reserve on political subjects.\n                         [1041]","Mr. Walker's directions for bolting cloth. Garden work. Capt. Davis' money for\n                     livestock from Hancocke Allen's sale. Nail rod.  [2770]","Thanks T. J. for payment sent to his agent, John Moody, for use in T. J.'s mill\n                     of machinery patented by Evans. Mentions Congressional act concerning his\n                     patents. His belief that the Mississippi River can be navigated with boats\n                     propelled by steam.  [2771]","T. J. regrets not being able to assist in giving the license solicited by [J.\n                     C.] Cruger. Comments on Martha Jefferson Randolph and her large family.","Corn purchases, involving Higginbotham and Pace. Garden work. Returning from\n                     Washington, found steer left by Mr. Freeman with Mr. Willis near Orange Court\n                     House. Nail rod.  [2772]","Introduces Alexander Wilson, to discuss birds with Mr. Coffer.\n                         [2773]","Smallpox vaccine from Dr. Wistar for Edgehill. Funds with Mr. Peale. Homespun\n                     from Philadelphia. Mentions Mr. Ronaldson, clothes merchant.\n                         [2774]","Is reading Dramatic Dialogues, a gift from Mrs. Smith to Ellen.\n                         [1019]  and  [1042]","Will keep a watchful eye on T. J. Randolph. Evil of polemical debate.\n                     References to Anne Cary Randolph Bankhead and John Bankhead.\n                         [1043]","Davy leaves today. Nathaniel Hooe's runaway slave, Gabril, working for Bacon.\n                     Hooe agrees to Bacon's hiring Gabril for the coming year. Garden work.\n                         [2775]","Insurrection in Amherst. Payments to Mr. McAlister and Mr. Purke. References to\n                     Mr. Pemberton, [Rubens?] Peale.  [1044]","Davy left before aspens ready. Killed slaves' dogs. Debates planting flax and\n                     cotton. Mr. Watkins comes. Phill Hubbard and Bedford Davy to do sawing.\n                     Mentions Mr. Chisolm, garden work, and Sheppard.  [2776]","Request that T. J. inform [Andrew] Benade of money in Philadelphia bank;. Hopes\n                     to have Henderson suit dismissed in Court of Appeals.  [1045]","Requests for money received by Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. Innoculation of\n                     Jefferson, Virginia, and Anne Randolph. Reference to Mr. Hackley.\n                         [1046]","Determination to sell Varina to pay his debts, possibly to a Mr. Patterson.\n                     Prefers to sell property rather than slaves. Reference to Wilson C. Nicholas.\n                         [1047]","Draft to Craven Peyton.  [2776-a]","Order on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. Remittance to [Andrew] Benade. Wishes to\n                     sell part of Henderson's land between Colle and Milton, Va., to pay his debts.\n                         [1048]","Money from George Jefferson in Richmond. Money due Johnson Rowe, Richard\n                     Johnson, Anderson Rowe, Charles Houchens, and John Pace. Washington lamb flock.\n                     Purchases from Mr. Higginbotham at Milton. Garden work. Mr. Watkins arrived.\n                     Stone masons working. Davy brought no raspberries. Mrs. Dangerfield's slaves.\n                     Runaway slave. T. J. note mentions Nicholas Giannini.  [2777]","Acknowledges receipt of Resolutions of the Republican Citizens of Boston. Will\n                     of the majority must prevail.  [1049]","Sale of the Bennett Henderson estate lands owned by T. J. Better sale to people\n                     north of the Susquehanna.  [1050]","Garden work. Nail making. Mr. Watkins took Sheppard, navy, and Bartlet. Moses,\n                     Joe, Jim Hubbard, Lewis, John, Wormly, and Wagner Davy working.\n                         [2778]","Instructions for selling portion of Henderson property. [Andrew] Benade\n                     acknowledged receipt of money.  [1051]","Permission granted to study in the Philosophical Society. Trip to Washington.\n                     References to Caspar Wistar and [Rubens?] Peale.  [1052]","No Milton mail. Wants wool sample from Merino sheep.  [2779]","Draft on Office of Discount and Deposit, Washington.  [2779-a]","Draft on Office of Discount and Deposit, Washington.  [2779-b]","Draft on Office of Discount and Deposit, Washington.  [2779-c]","T. J.'s bread buying.  [2780]","Wool sample enclosed. Corn buying.  [2781]","Application for Mr. Moultree, son of Dr. James Moultree. Introducing Beverley\n                     Randolph, Martha's nephew. Innoculation of Benjamin and James. Geraniums, arbor\n                     vitae, and sweet-scented grass. Books for Mary Randolph. Hammocks sent by\n                     William Brown from Campeachy (i.e. Campeche) to Mrs. [Elizabeth] Trist.\n                     Mentions David R. Williams.  [1053]","Bacon's trip to Washington delayed until arrival of Milton post. Wagon to carry\n                     corn and oats for horses, and bacon. Fodder, only, to be purchased on road. 8\n                     horses and mules expected. 8 horses and 8 people returning to Monticello.\n                         [2781-a]","[Break in text]. Ditch digging and fence building.  [2782]","Secretary, Mr. Coles, carries public dispatches. Losses of exports caused by\n                     embargo. U.S. may enter war if enemies' edicts not repealed before Congress\n                     meets. Kosciuszko's financial affairs. John Barnes disabled. Retirement from\n                     Presidency imminent.  [2782-a]","Letter from Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., care of Mr. Barker.\n                         [2783]","Request for wild geese, summer duck, balsam, cassia tree, sunbriar, and mammoth\n                     apple tree.  [1054]","Approval of the Embargo and measures to avert war. Disapproval of conduct of\n                     Federalists and of action of members of Connecticut legislature in declaring\n                     acts of Congress unconstitutional; present convention represents individual\n                     opinion, not official action. Mentions George Washington. Signed by Jabez\n                     Fitch, Chairman. Attested copy by Jonathan Low, Secretary.\n                         [1055]","Bills and accounts submitted by Barnes as financial and purchasing agent for T.\n                     J.  [1069]","Bills and accounts submitted by Barnes as financial and purchasing agent for T.\n                     J.  [1069]","Expressing her thanks to President Madison.  [1056]","Urges Connecticut Republicans to pledge themselves to the preservation of the\n                     union and the enforcement of its laws.  [1057]","Introduces John Bradbury, to study natural history of Louisiana. The Life and\n                     Pontificate of Leo X.  [2784]","Elias Boudinot to leave mint. Offers job to Patterson, allowing him also to\n                     continue work at the College (University of Pennsylvania).\n                         [2785]","Note payable at Office of Discount and Deposit.  [2786]","Urges his support of Madison. Revoking of British Orders-in-Council and the\n                     Napoleonic decrees. Possibility of war. Annexation of the Floridas and Cuba.\n                         [1058]","Articles received from Etienne LeMaire. Complains that he has not heard from\n                     Martha, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Ellen, Anne, or Mr. Bankhead. Mentions Dr.\n                     Barton.  [1059]","Reasons why he has not written. Death of Dr. Woodhouse. Plans for T. J. R.'s\n                     return home. Payment of T. J. R.'s expenses. Book for Mary. References to\n                     [Rubens?] Peale, Etienne LeMaire.  [1060]","Lists four persons fined for importing goods prohibited by the Embargo\n                     including T. J. who was fined $12.50 for goods brought on the \"Recovery.\"","Discusses a fair price for the sale of Natural Bridge and surrounding\n                     acreage.","Copies of accounts sent to T. J. by John Barnes, who handled Kosciuszko's\n                     financial affairs for Jefferson.  [1070]","Hopes to sell some of Jefferson's land to John Akers. Is being pushed by\n                     creditors; would like to transfer titles to Henderson lands to Jefferson.\n                         [1061]","Declaration that Peyton not held responsible if Frances, Lucy, or Nancy C.\n                     Henderson should fail to ratify the sale of their shares in the Bennett\n                     Henderson estate when they come of age.  [1062]","T. J. has sent a basket of ripe figs.","Edward Coles reports Madison goes to Washington. Benjamin Franklin Randolph\n                     ill, T. J. may go without Martha Randolph.  [2787]","Introducing Thomas Mann Randolph, half-brother of T. J.'s son-in-law of the\n                     same name.  [1063]","Provisions for winter from Mrs. Lewis.  [2788]","Requesting gig harness needed to visit wife's brother, who is dying.\n                         [1064]","News of Francis Eppes II. Disappointment at offers of British Minister, Francis\n                     J. Jackson. Reference to Virginia Randolph.  [1065]","Sends gig harness by Squire (slave). Invitation to Randolph and his sister\n                     (Anna Marks?) to visit Monticello.  [1066]","Difference of opinion regarding an office for John Garland Jefferson. Sorry to\n                     have missed him in Amelia.  [1067]","Acknowledges T. J. letter of December 16 admonishing him for resigning from\n                     Congress. Ill health reason for leaving. Opposed to embargo. Prefers war rather\n                     than appeasement.  [2788-a]","Report on the corn, wheat, and tobacco crops. Plastering work at Poplar Forest.\n                     Samuel Scott has begun building illegally on Stith's entry. References to\n                     [Samuel J.] Harrison, Mr. Richer son (Richardson?), and Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr.  [1068]","[2789, N-547]","Land in Albemarle County from N. Lewis, Overton, Carter, Wells, and Brown.\n                     Lands identified by names Tufton, Portobello, Monticello, Hendersons,\n                     Ingrahams, Milton, Shadwell, Lego, Shadwell Mountain, Pouncey's, Limestone\n                     (Sharp's), Hardware. Lands in Bedford and Campbell Counties: Dan Robinson,\n                     Poplar Forest, Tomahawk, Callaway Patent, John Robinson's, Buffalo, Johnson.\n                     Lists slaves by date of birth.  [2789-a]","[N-487]","Lists slaves.  [2791]","Concerns the will of R. S. (Richard Stith?). Summons by Mr. Ladd to Richmond to\n                     state the accounts. Correct date supplied by T. J.  [1071]","Remittance owed to General Kosciuszko. T. J.'s accounts. Remittance from Mrs.\n                     Beckley.  [1072]","Academy in Frederick County.  [2793]","T. J. writes to Eppes on the ill-effects of long speeches in the House of\n                     Representatives and encloses a letter from Francis Eppes [not present].","Draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson by John Barnes.  [1073]","Release to be executed for Colonel Bentley. Passage of Nathaniel Macon's\n                     bill.","Congratulations on good crops. Loss on General Kosciuszko's mislaid\n                     certificates. Payment from Mrs. Beckley delayed. Includes John Barnes' account\n                     with General Kosciuszko, 1809-1810.  [1075]","Did not offer John Garland Jefferson a job because of self-made rule not to\n                     give an office to a relative. Discussion of nepotism.  [1076]","Payment of General Kosciuszko, mentioning Baring Brothers, Bowie \u0026\n                     Kurtz, and Hoffingan \u0026 Co.  [1077]","Explains reticence in writing candidly while in Presidency. War in Europe.\n                     Chesapeake affair. U.S. preparations for defense: military stores, sulphur,\n                     arms, artillery, founderies, military school, soldiers, seaport defenses at New\n                     York and New Orleans, gunboats. Recommendations to Congress for settlement of\n                     territory of Orleans by land grants not carried out, nor classing of militia by\n                     age. Privateers and pirates. Admiration of Madison. Retirement to Monticello,\n                     family, books. Schedule of day spent in correspondence, shops, garden, on\n                     horseback at farms, society of friends, and reading. Health. Discusses ploughs,\n                     harrows, seeding, harvesting, and politics with his neighbors. Education of\n                     young men living at Charlottesville. Personal finances and debt. John Barnes,\n                     Kosciuszko's stock, and T. J.'s financial indebtedness to Kosciuszko.\n                         [2793-a]","Pros and cons of T. J. R.'s proposal to study half of each day in his own room.\n                     References to Mr. Girardin and to Mr. Wood.  [1078]","Draft received from Charles Johnston. No news of Shoemaker's flour.\n                         [1079]","T. J. thanks Fulton for his pamphlets on the torpedo. T. J. states that \"your\n                     torpedoes will be to cities what vaccination has been to mankind.\"","Payment to Jones 8; Howell. Receipt of plaster of Paris for T. J.\n                         [1080]","A summary of T. J.'s accounts with Shoemaker who leased Shadwell Mills,\n                     1809-1810.","Trouble with his knee. Arrangements with England for European trade. Plan to\n                     meet T. J. at Eppington. References to [Charles?] Pinckney, Wellesley, David\n                     Erskine, and Francis Eppes.  [1081]","T. J. requests shipment of the fifth volume of Scott's Bible, and declining to\n                     purchase any other books.","Request that T. J. send Francis Eppes to Eppington.  [1082]","Business with Mr. Ladd delayed by rheumatism.  [1083]","Purchase of oil. Plans for summer vacation. Confined to bed by cut of Achilles\n                     tendon.  [1084]","Payment due the executors of John Fleming's estate for purchase of \"Ursala\"\n                     should be applied to the debt Fleming owed the Wayles estate. References to\n                     Martha Wayles and her first husband, Bathurst Skelton.  [1085]","Visit to Monticello delayed by broken axletree. Mentions Captain Patterson of\n                     Warren, Virginia.  [1086]","Invitation to visit Monticello before T. J. leaves for Poplar Forest.\n                         [1087]","Recommends correspondence with Thomas Cooper, one of the ablest men in America.\n                     Mentions Joseph Priestley.  [1088]","Seeds care of Collector of Richmond.  [2794]","Unwillingness to enter into an agreement with Judge Cooper regarding collection\n                     of minerals. His knowledge only that of an amateur. His collection lent to\n                     William and Mary and to [Louis H.?] Girardin.  [1089]","Mr. Ladd's report regarding debt due the Wayles estate from the Fleming estate.\n                     Requests hiring of an associate in Richmond, George Hay or Mr. Williams.\n                     Mentions Edmund Randolph.  [1090]","Funds due Thaddeus Kosciuszko paid to John Barnes.  [2795]","Death of Mrs. Charles L. Lewis. Move to Kentucky and conditions there. Loss of\n                     slaves. Poor financial condition. Indebtedness to Mr. Peyton Asks T. J.'s\n                     intervention also, Uncle Randolph, Mr. Randolph, P. Carr, and D. Carr. Mentions\n                     Aunt Carr, Mrs. Randolph, and Polly Carr. Description of Ohio River, shovel\n                     fish, buffalo fish, carp, and other fish.  [2795-a]","Observance of written law must at times give way to laws of necessity. Examples\n                     from Washington's actions at Yorktown and happenings in his own administration.\n                     References to Aaron Burr, purchase of Florida, John Randolph, Chesapeake\n                     Affair, and James Wilkinson.  [1091]","Information as to whether Edward Livingston could maintain an action in\n                     Richmond for a trespass committed in New Orleans (Batture controversy).\n                     Consultation with James Madison, Robert Smith, and Albert Gallatin on this\n                     matter. Recommends Levi Lincoln to replace the deceased William Cushing on the\n                     Supreme Court. References to George Hay, William Wirt, and L. W. Tazewell.\n                         [1092]","T. J. requests sash planes and templates so Johnny Hemings can proceed with\n                     sash doors for Poplar Forest. Send by stage to the care of [David]\n                     Higginbotham.","Shipment of window glass by [John] Craven. Mentions Mr. Shoemaker.\n                         [1093]","Denies that must build canal lock at order of Directors of Rivanna Company.\n                     Crown grant makes river T. J.'s land, and inquests agreed that T. J.'s dam does\n                     not interfere with rights of others. Rappahannock River and Appomattox Mills\n                     disputes. Mentions Henry Williams, Milton, and Secretary's Ford.\n                         [2796]","Receipt of two ewes for himself and six for Col. [William?] Fontaine.\n                         [1094]","Reporting sale of Eppington plantation and removal to Mill Brook. Money due\n                     from the Wayles estate to the Hanbury estate. Mr. Robertson doubtful that T. J.\n                     will receive any of debt owed to him. Plans for Francis' visit to Monticello\n                     when John Wayles Eppes is in Washington.  [1095]","Refuses subscription to  The Columbian, \n                     preferring local newspapers, Tacitus, and Horace. Presents tribute to the\n                         Bee,  Holt's former paper.\n                         [1096]","T. J. asks Gelston, collector of the Port of New York, to forward a plough\n                     purchased by John Armstrong in France to Richmond in care of Gibson \u0026\n                     Jefferson who will pay freight.","Conveying the tract of land in Bedford County received from T. J. Land surveyed\n                     by Joseph Slaughter, bounded by the lands of John Watts, Mr. Ballard, Mr.\n                     Burton, Mr. Hobson, and Mr. Moseley.  [1097]","Right of way over T. J.'s canal and river holdings from Secretary's Ford to\n                     Sandv Falls at Shadwell. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [2798]","Encloses material on the boundaries of Louisiana. (For enclosure, see 15\n                     January 1804). Advises seizure of East Florida immediately to forestall Great\n                     Britain. Francis Eppes' education.  [1098]","T. J.'s order on Jonathan Smith, cashier of the Bank of Pennsylvania, for\n                     payment to Kosciuszko.  [1099]","Returning a pamphlet that was in the hands of [Henry] Clay. Predicts failure of\n                     the bill for renewal of charter of the Bank of the United States.\n                         [1100]","Dissents with Tracy regarding preference of plural over a single executive.\n                     Importance of state governments as barriers of liberty. Dangers of and\n                     securities against secession.  [1101]","Demonstration of instrument error at noon. Possibly an attempt by T. J. to\n                     determine the latitude of Poplar Forest.  [2799]","List of charges to ship flour from Lynchburg to Richmond: toll and drayage,\n                     storage and cooperage, and market price at Richmond, written on verso of flour\n                     shipping bill. Mentions corn, wheat, and Morris and Dunnington.\n                         [2799-a]","Offers aid to Rivanna Navigation Company, since his mill dam is an obstruction\n                     in the river.  [1102]","Nautical Almanac. Mentions John Garnett's edition and English edition.\n                         [2799-b]","Congratulations on his being named to the Lisbon consulship. Instructions\n                     regarding the proprieties of accepting his commission. Order for turpentine to\n                     fight scab in his sheep flock.  [1103]","Reasons why Patrick Gibson (an Englishman by birth) cannot be appointed consul\n                     at Lisbon instead of George Jefferson.  [1104]","Purchase of horse from Mr. Clarkson. Thanks for beans.  [1105]","Plan of orchard with note on how vacancies are to be filled.\n                         [1106]","Will pay in Richmond installments due for the land. Burgess Griffin has not yet\n                     finished prizing the tobacco into casks.  [1107]","Will be glad to have payment for land through Gibson \u0026 Jefferson,\n                     Richmond.  [1108]","Opposition to Madison in Congress. Request for melon seeds. Wheat and tobacco\n                     crop. Francis Eppes to return with Tom.  [1109]","William Johnson of Milton moving T. J.'s crop. Letter for James Oldham. Samuel\n                     J. Harrison, in charge of T. J.'s Bedford tobacco, is to place money on one of\n                     T. J.'s accounts. Bedford flour.  [2800]","Payment to General Kosciuszko doubtful because of difficulties in remitting\n                     bills of exchange. Tobacco withheld from shipment because of the precarious\n                     foreign situation.  [1110]","[George?] Divers and [Nimrod?] Bramham unwilling to help in subscription to\n                     relieve William Duane. Little help expected from William Wirt.\n                         [1111]","Copies of accounts sent to T. J. by John Barnes, who handled Kosciuszko's\n                     financial affairs for Jefferson.  [1070]","Bill of exchange drawn by Bowie \u0026 Kurtz on William Murdock, London,\n                     sent to Hoffingan \u0026 Co., Paris, General Kosciuszko's banker. Debt owned\n                     by Mrs. Beckley. Draft from Gibson \u0026 Jefferson.  [1112]","Previous letter under State Department dispatches via John Armstrong or David\n                     Ballie Warden. War between England and France; U.S. adherence to peace. U.S.\n                     economy. Extinction of national debt. Imported items only to be taxed. Self\n                     sufficiency of household manufacturing means poor only have to pay salt tax.\n                     Revenues applied to canals, roads, schools. Quaker system. Happiness and\n                     prosperity of citizens are first duties of government. Anti-war sentiments.\n                     Revolutions in Spanish America. John Barnes and Kosciuszko's financial affairs.\n                         [2800-a]","[2801, N-548]","Requests information regarding amount of land deeded for him by James L.\n                     Henderson. Wishes to dispose of his Milton holdings; fears James deeded more\n                     than he should have. Requests forwarding of two protested notes given by John\n                     Henderson to him, one on James and one on Isham Henderson.\n                         [1113]","[N-549]","Bills of exchange, one under Secretary of State's dispatches. Mentions Joel\n                     Barlow and John Barnes.  [2801-a]","Comments on the book  The Modern Griselda, A Tale \n                     by Maria Edgeworth. Brief life of the flowers compared to man's existence.\n                     Speaks of his own death. References to John Bankhead, Charles Bankhead,\n                     Cornelia Randolph, and Ellen Randolph.  [1114]","Mrs. Edgeworth's Moral Tales. Virginia and Mary taking care of Cornelia's\n                     silkworm. Mrs. Higginbotham gave dolls.  [2802]","T. J.'s accounts, with references to General Kosciuszko, Mr. Barry, Gibson\n                     \u0026 Jefferson.  [1115]","Requests his attendance to help Mr. Salmonds in the construction of a pierhead.\n                     Mentions James Madison.  [1116]","John Bankhead declines purchase of William Short's lands. Bankhead attempting\n                     to fix sale price for his land in Bedford County to [William?] Radford. Colonel\n                     Randolph's success with the mill. Mentions Charles Clay.\n                         [1117]","T. J. sends Peter Minor a bottle of oil from a wooden press which he prefers to\n                     that produced by an iron press.","Difficulties in making remittances to General Kosciuszko by a bill of exchange.\n                     Growth of Washington as a commercial city compared with Baltimore and\n                     Alexandria. Offers to supply T. J. with every article, wet or dry.\n                         [1118]","Reticent tone of letters during Presidency based on fear correspondence might\n                     fall into hands of English or French. Kosciuszko's financial affairs. Mentions\n                     Joel Barlow, David Ballie Warden, John Barnes, and London.\n                         [2802-a]","Request that Mr. Warden take to France a copy of the Review of Montesquieu.\n                         [1119]","Gift of figs. Accepts offer of cucumbers.  [1120]","Requests delivery of merino ram to which he is entitled.\n                         [1121]","Remedy for curing diseased ewes. Visit to Bedford delayed by attack of\n                     rheumatism. Martha Randolph and Martha Carr ill. References to Col. [Miles]\n                     Cary and Mrs. Cary.  [1122]","Deed to all shares of property purchased from heirs of Bennett Henderson,\n                     deceased. Witnessed by H. Peyton, Thomas Jefferson [son of Randolph Jefferson],\n                     and John B. Stout. Recorded by John Nicholas and attested by Alexander Garrett,\n                     Clerks of Albemarle County. Mentions: Bennett H., Charles, Eliza, Elizabeth,\n                     Frances, Isham, James L., John, Lucy, and Nancy Henderson, Sarah Henderson\n                     Kerr, Richard Anderson, Joseph Brand, James Bramham, John R. Kerr, James Lewis,\n                     and Richard Seabrook.  [1123]","Will meet Clay at Double Branches in road. Dinner with Mr. Steptoe.\n                         [2803]","Payments for Burgess Griffin's purchases for Poplar Forest. Hopes for partial\n                     payment from sale of wheat now in Mr. Mitchell's hands.  [1124]","T. J. while confined with rheumatism amused himself by \"calculating the hour\n                     lines of a dial for the latitude of this place.\"","Submitting, in accordance with Association rules, a copy of a Fourth of July\n                     address by Benjamin A. Markley. Signed for the Association by Joseph Johnson,\n                     J. B. White, William Lance, Joseph Kirkland, and Myer Moses.\n                         [1125]","Sends fine boar pig of Chinese or Parkinson breed, recommended by Judge\n                     [David?] Holmes and General Smith of Winchester, Va. Martha Carr dying.\n                         [1126]","T. J. asks for the address of James Lyon and thanks Granger for a postbook.","Eppes, aged ten, writes to his grandfather, mentioning Martha Randolph.\n                         [1127]","Death of their sister, Martha Carr.  [1128]","Wingfield to conduct funeral of Martha Jefferson Carr.  [2804]","George Jefferson to sell lot in Richmond which T. J. bought from Col. Byrd.\n                     Boundaries formerly owned by Patrick Cutts and Robert C. Nicholas, later by Mr.\n                     Ambler. Other lots at Beverly town, Westham, including ferry landing.\n                         [2805]","Death of their sister Martha Carr. Busy getting wheat to Richmond market,\n                     sowing new crop. Recent illness. Mentions Mr. Pryor.  [1130]","T. J. requests Simms' assistance in having \"a cask of wine, a box of marble, a\n                     box of olives, and a bag of almonds\" shipped from Alexandria to Richmond in\n                     care of Gibson \u0026 Jefferson.","Land on James River at Richmond. Mentions Robert Carter Nicholas. Witnessed by\n                     Coleman Estes, Charles Vest, David Huckstep, and John Burks.\n                         [2806]","Sends papers dealing with dispute with Samuel Scott regarding land in Campbell\n                     County. List of papers: Richard Tullos' and T. J.'s patents, surveys by William\n                     P. Martin, Richard Smith (Stith?), and Edmund Tate. (See July 1812 for copies\n                     of some of these.) Mentions Burgess Griffin.  [1131]","Concerning the break between John Adams and himself. Expresses willingness to\n                     resume correspondence should the occasion arise, but will not include Abigail\n                     Adams in this \"fusion of mutual affection\". Reference to Mr. Coles.\n                         [1132]","Conveying land in Bedford County in execution of certain covenants entered into\n                     by Charles L. Bankhead and Anne Randolph Bankhead.  [1133]","Orders thread.  [2807]","T. J. informs his overseer that the slaves and stock have arrived safely from\n                     Poplar Forest and that he will send Dick (a slave) back with a load of goods.\n                     He suggests that carts rather than wagons be constructed to haul wheat and\n                     tobacco to market in Richmond. Mentions Mr. Darnell.  [1134]","The note, in T. J.'s hand, identifies the manuscript by Destutt de Tracy.\n                         [1135]","Deeds, surveys, plats, field notes, memoranda. In 1811 a boundary dispute which\n                     arose with Samuel Scott, one of the abutting property owners (who was believed\n                     to have encroached on land Jefferson had sold to Samuel J. Harrison of\n                     Lynchburg) involved searching of all early patents and surveys in the\n                     neighborhood, some dating from 1762. In 1811 also, Jefferson was engaged in\n                     road building and other extensive improvement on his Poplar Forest tract. Some\n                     of the documents are mathematical calculations and field notes, others are\n                     elaborately certified surveys. The following names in the documents as\n                     landowners, surveyors, witnesses, etc.: Mr. Antrim, Mr. Atkins, Mr. Ballard,\n                     Charles L. Bankhead, Bedford County, Mr. Blankenship, Absalom Bradley, Mr.\n                     Brian, Mr. Brooks, Mr. Brown, Richard Callaway, Campbell County, G. Carr, Mr.\n                     Chetwood (Chitwood), Isham Chisholm, [Bowling] Clarke, [Charles] Clay, Samuel\n                     Cobb, Mr. Couch, Mr. Davies, Jarvis Dawson, Will Drew, I. Frost, J. Frost, Fry\n                     \u0026 Company, B. Griffin, Mr. Gill, Jeremiah Goodman, Mr. Hardwick,\n                     Gilbert Harold, Samuel J. Harrison, Ben Howard, James Hubbard, Benjamin\n                     Johnson, Christopher Johnson, Jarvis Johnson, Richard Johnson, Mr. Jones,\n                     Lunenberg County, Charles Lynch, William P. Martin, Mr. Mitchell, Mr. Moreman,\n                     Thomas Moseley, Mr. Murray, John Organ, M. Pate, Mr. Penn, Reuben Perry,\n                     William Radford, Thomas Jefferson Randolph, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Mr.\n                     Robertson, Daniel Robinson, Samuel Scott, Mr. Shackle, Joseph Slaughter,\n                     Richard Smith, Mr. Sprice, [James] Steptoe, Richard Stith, Isham Talbot, Edmund\n                     Tate, Mr. Thompson, Mr. Thomson, J. Thomson, Archibald Thweatt, Richard Tullos,\n                     Mr. Turpin, Benjamin Waller, Mr. Watts, John Wayles, Thomas Whittington, John\n                     Wilkerson, and Joel Yancey.  [1136, N-268]","Fence rails.","Memorandum of flowers, trees, fruits, and bushes planted and growing at Poplar\n                     Forest. List of mountains in the order in which they are seen from Poplar\n                     Forest.  [1137]","Sends bougie and medical advice. Death of brother-in-law, Hastings Marks.\n                     Sister, Anna Scott Marks, in poor health. Watch sent to Richmond. References to\n                     Dr. Casper Wistar and Dr. Walker.  [1138]","No information received as to whether General Kosciuszko or his bankers,\n                     Hoffingan \u0026 Co., received remittances of 1810 and 1811.\n                         [1139]","Mr. Ligon's tobacco and flour prices not correct. Mentions George Jefferson,\n                     Mr. Rutherfoord, and Mr. Mutter.  [2808]","Orders teacups, coffee cups, saucers, and paper.  [2809]","His health improved; Anna Marks in poor health. Requests shepherd puppy. Watch\n                     lost in Fass Bender's fire.  [1140]","Receipt of money by General Kosciuszko's banker for the year 1810. Expresses\n                     pleasure that T. J.'s debts have been reduced. Plans to retire to Philadelphia\n                     and be succeeded by William Morton. Asks T. J.'s recommendation of Morton to\n                     Madison for the post of Collector of Georgetown. Information from George Taylor\n                     regarding purchase of bills of exchange on Paris.  [1141]","Clothing for Burwell (slave).  [2810]","Sudden death of William Brown requires payment of T. J.'s debt.\n                         [1142]","Purchase of bills of exchange for General Kosciuszko.  [1143]","Albemarle tobacco prices. Mentions Mr. Bruce. Flour market. Goods from\n                     Alexandria by Johnson. Adam's plow. Nail rod.  [2811]","Instructions to the overseer of Poplar Forest. Need for yoke of oxen at\n                     Monticello. Burnet seed to be procured from Mr. Duval. Lettuce seed to be\n                     planted. Mentions Major Flood, [Burgess] Griffin, and Moses (slave).\n                         [1144]","Partial payment of his debt to Brown \u0026 Robertson by draft on Samuel J.\n                     Harrison. Bedford tobacco pledged to pay bank debt incurred when president.\n                         [1145]","Mr. Johnson brings supplies.  [2812]","Tobacco prices. C. Peyton's Billy ordered seeds sent care of Mr. Higginbotham.\n                     Johnson brings nail rod. Flour sales. Washington reports suggest embargo.\n                         [2813]","Accepts draft in favor of Brown, Robertson \u0026 Co. Withholding last\n                     payment on Campbell County land until title cleared, due to Samuel Scott's suit\n                     regarding valuable portion of tract.  [1146]","Payment on T. J. s account of bills rendered by Mr. Foxall J. Barry, J.\n                     Milligan, and R. Weightman partially defrayed by Gibson \u0026 Jefferson's\n                     order on the Bank of Columbia. Bills of exchange for General Kosciuszko.\n                         [1147]","Remittances to Benjamin Jones of Philadelphia, iron-monger, and to Ezra\n                     Sarjeant of New York, printer, to be defrayed by the sale of T. J.'s flour.\n                         [1148]","Protests his refusal to pay for land. Will force him into failure. Declares\n                     Samuel Scott's claim ridiculous.  [1149]","Met Henry at Nathaniel West Dandridge's home in Hanover while traveling to\n                     William and Mary College. Henry's legal training inadequate. Peyton Randolph,\n                     John Randolph, and Robert C. Nicholas reluctantly signed license; George Wythe\n                     would not sign. Henry, Burgess for Hanover, stopped John Robinson's loan office\n                     scheme. Henry's support for George Johnston's resolution against English\n                     Parliament's stamp tax crushed power of Peyton Randolph, Richard Bland, Edmund\n                     Pendleton, Robert C. Nicholas, George Wythe, Peter Randolph, etc. T. J. Burgess\n                     for Albemarle when Lord Botetourt Governor of Virginia. Henry and T. J. agreed\n                     on principles while serving in House of Delegates. Henry and Richard Henry Lee\n                     poor performers at first Continental Congress. Edmund Pendleton and Benjamin\n                     Harrison reported that William Livingston, Governor of New Jersey, John Jay.\n                     and John Dickinson surpassed Henry and Lee. Address to King and people of Great\n                     Britain. When Lord Dunmore called Peyton Randolph to Virginia Assembly\n                     concerning Lord North's proposals, T. J. replaced Randolph in Continental\n                     Congress. Mentions George Washington and Declaration of Independence. Henry\n                     appointed Colonel of Virginia Convention's 1st regiment. Lived at Roundabout in\n                     Louisa. Hunted deer in Fluvanna. Bought land of Mr. Lomax on Smith River. Yazoo\n                     speculations brought condemnation from Virginia Legislature. Case of Jones and\n                     Walker. British debts. Henry opposed U.S. Constitution and hated George\n                     Washington. Hamilton's funding system. Henry declined mission to Spain, hoped\n                     to be Secretary of State. Deserted Republicanism for Federalism.\n                         [2711]","His watch safe with Fass Bender. Asks for shepherd puppy. Health improved.\n                     References to R. Patteson and Dr. Walker.  [1150]","Sales to O. Philpotts, J. G. Gamble, Mr. Leiper, and W. Hancocke.\n                         [2814]","Payments to Hay, Wirt, and Tazewell.  [2815]","Letter forwarded to John Morton. Purchase of bills of exchange for General\n                     Kosciuszko. Date of his retirement to Philadelphia uncertain. Growth of retail\n                     business in Washington and Georgetown.  [1151]","Flour sales and prices.  [2815-a]","Orders box of wafers.  [2816]","Retains his opinion on right to clear land title before payment. Will accept\n                     trust deed on part of Poplar Forest tract as security.  [1152]","Purchase of bills of exchange from [John] Morton. Money received from Gibson\n                     \u0026 Jefferson transmitted to E. I. Dupont and to General Kosciuszko.\n                     References to Messrs. B. and G. Williams and to Mr. [Isaac?] Coles.\n                         [1153]","Instructions to the overseer of Poplar Forest regarding grass and lettuce seed,\n                     young trees, fruit bushes, and beer. Sheep to be sent to Mr. Caruthers of\n                     Rockbridge.  [1154]","On his way to Poplar Forest by upper road will pass through land T. J. intends\n                     to convey to him.  [1155]","Requests help in inquiry regarding title of land in Campbell County, purchased\n                     by John Wayles from Richard Stith. Land now claimed by Samuel Scott. Mentions\n                     Richard Tullos and Richard Smith.  [1156]","Requests help in inquiry regarding title of land in Campbell County, purchased\n                     by John Wayles from Richard Stith. Land now claimed by Samuel Scott. Mentions\n                     Richard Tullos and Richard Smith.","Requests copies of entries and surveys of land in Campbell County claimed by\n                     Samuel Scott. Mentions Christopher Anthony, Richard Stith, Edmund Tate, Mr.\n                     Timberlake, Richard Iullos, and [John] Wilkerson.  [1157]","List of entries, surveys on land adjoining Poplar Forest tract in litigation\n                     between Samuel Scott and T. J. and Samuel Harrison. References to Christopher\n                     Anthony, William Callaway, Mr. Johnson, Jesse Locke, Thomas Moore, William\n                     Peters, Mr. Quarles, Richard Stith, Edmund Tate, Richard Tullos, John Wayles,\n                     John Wilkerson, John Wiley.  [1158]","Request for Colonel Watts' bond and for a statement of the account between\n                     [Charles L.] Bankhead and Slaughter. With note by T. J.: \"copd by mistake on\n                     the back of letter to S.J. Harrison.\"  [1159]","Correspondence with Messrs. B. and G. Williams and with John Morton of Morton\n                     \u0026 Russell, Bordeaux, regarding purchase of bills of exchange to remit\n                     to General Kosciuszko's banker, Hoffingan \u0026 Co.  [1160]","Deed for a tract of land in Bedford County to serve as security for land\n                     conveyed to Harrison (boundaries are disputed by Samuel Scott). Mentions John\n                     Gill, Benjamin Johnson, and Nicholas Johnson. Witnessed by Joseph Slaughter,\n                     Colin Buckner, and Mr. Rose.  [1161]","No record of conveyance from Richard Stith to John Wayles. Found deed John\n                     Dayles (i.e., Wayles?) to Warren McCauley. Surveyor's records in hands of\n                     Matthew Pate, present surveyor. (Search made in consequence of litigation with\n                     Samuel Scott regarding Poplar Forest boundary).  [1162]","Proposition respecting [Charles L.] Bankhead's tobacco. Procedure for defense\n                     against Samuel Scott's suit.  [1163]","Originally enclosed with  [1160] .  [1070]","Byrd's trustees wrong about Richmond land, as Charles Carter's deed, in Henrico\n                     or General Court, shows.  [2817]","Requests search for record of transfer of land, Richard Stith to John Wayles,\n                     needed in suit brought by Samuel Scott. Fees to be paid by Gibson \u0026\n                     Jefferson, Richmond.  [1164]","Information regarding Richard Stith's conveyance to John Wayles. References to\n                     Mr. Ferris, Burgess Griffin, Nicholas Lewis, Zachariah Morris, and Richard\n                     Tullos.  [1165]","Returns copy of Warden's exceptions. Requests search of John Wayles' books and\n                     papers for record of Richard Stith's entry in land in Campbell County, now in\n                     dispute between T. J. and Samuel Scott.  [1166]","Requests first consideration in the sale of Pantops. Half of debt brought on by\n                     Washington residence is paid. Suggestion that Francis be placed in Peter Carr's\n                     school.  [1167]","Returns plat and survey of Campbell County land. Can find no patent in name of\n                     John Dayles (i.e., Wayles) for this land.  [1168]","T. J.'s account, particularly draft against Harrison.  [2818]","Order for wax. a hair broom. and blue nankeen.  [1169]","Acknowledges return of certificates. Error in search for patent made under\n                     Dayles instead of Wayles.  [1170]","Asks for any recollections of purchase and payment for land bought by John\n                     Wayles from Richard Stith, and of Stith's original entry. Details of suit\n                     brought by Samuel Scott. Mentions Poplar Forest, Richard Tullos, and Mr.\n                     Blankenship.  [1171]","O. Philpotts has not paid.  [2819]","Searched record of patents, surveys in late Secretary's office, found no record\n                     in name of John Wayles. (Search made in connection with Samuel Scott suit.)\n                         [1172]","Remittance made. Deposit made to order of James Hamilton of Williamsboro, North\n                     Carolina.  [2820]","Sends copy of Richard Stith's receipt to John Wayles for payment for land in\n                     dispute with Samuel Scott. No evidence of Stith's entry found. Mentions John\n                     Wayles Eppes, James Donald.  [1173]","Money supplied to Davy (slave?). Dun horse's lameness may delay Davy's return.\n                     Health of T. J.'s family.  [1174]","War of 1812. Relations with France. Possible burning of New York and London.\n                     Congreve rockets. England's economy. U.S. invasion of Canada. U.S. privateers.\n                     Trade relations with France. Artillery. Advanced state of manufacturing in U.S.\n                     Household machinery. Carding and spinning machines and looms for wool, cotton,\n                     and linen. Merino sheep. Kosciuszko's finances. Mentions John Barnes, Mr.\n                     Morton of Bordeaux, Inclians, British intrigues with Col. Henry.\n                         [2820-a]","In connection with Samuel Scott's suit, requests search for survey of Stith's\n                     entry and for John Wayles' land book, containing history of his land titles.\n                     References to John Wayles Eppes, Frank Harris, and [Henry] Skipwith.\n                         [1175]","Asks for authenticated copy of his grant of 100 acres in Campbell County, dated\n                     22 May 1797.  [1176]","Detailed memorandum of defense against Samuel Scott's suit. History of disputed\n                     patent, proofs to be obtained, exhibits to be presented in court, law and\n                     equity in the case. References to: Christopher Anthony, Bedford County,\n                     Campbell County, Burgess Griffin, Benjamin Howard, Martha Wayles Jefferson,\n                     William P. Martin, Mr. Mead, Poplar Forest, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Richard\n                     Smith (incorrect spelling for Stith), James Steptoe, Richard Stith, Isham\n                     Talbot, EDMUND Tate (Tait), Richard Tullos, John Wayles, Thomas Whittington.\n                         [1177]","Information regarding the Scott suit which T. J. wishes Hay to undertake\n                     together with William Wirt. Recommends purchase of William Short's land near\n                     Monticello. Mentions co-defendant, Samuel Harrison.  [1178]","Information regarding Samuel Scott's suit in which Wirt and George Hay are to\n                     serve as T. J.'s attorneys. Mentions co-defendant, Samuel Harrison.\n                         [1179]","Samuel Scott suit. Law in [James?] Pleasants' collection of acts voids all\n                     entries unless surveyed before November 1798. Reference to case of Vincent vs.\n                     Conrad in Hall's  American Law Journal  series\n                         [1180]","Samuel J. Harrison's title good. Sends instructions regarding Samuel Scott's\n                     suit. Appreciates offer of William Short's lands but is located on\n                     Chickahominy. Mentions James Monroe.  [1181]","Summons to [?] in case of Samuel Scott vs. T. J. and Samuel J. Harrison.\n                         [1182]","T. J. complains against David Michie, a squatter on his land at Milton in\n                     1812.","Warrant for restitution of land between Milton, Va., and the Rivanna River,\n                     formerly part of the Bennett Henderson estate, to T. J. Statement of delivery\n                     of warrant to T. J.'s attorney, David Higginbotham, signed [Thomas?] Garth and\n                     R. Garland. Mentions William Ballard, James Barksdale, James Clark, William\n                     Crenshaw, Frederick Gilliam, Reuben Grady, Abraham Johnson, Charles Huckstep,\n                     John Key, James Leitch, William Leitch, Nicholas Lewis, Peter Minor, Jesse Rey,\n                     Joel Shiflett, Benjamin Thurmond, John Watson. William Wood.\n                         [1183]","Warrant for restitution of land between Milton, Va., and the Rivanna River,\n                     formerly part of the Bennett Henderson estate, to T. J. Statement of delivery\n                     of warrant to T. J.'s attorney, David Higginbotham, signed [Thomas?] Garth and\n                     R. Garland. Mentions William Ballard, James Barksdale, James Clark, William\n                     Crenshaw, Frederick Gilliam, Reuben Grady, Abraham Johnson, Charles Huckstep,\n                     John Key, James Leitch, William Leitch, Nicholas Lewis, Peter Minor, Jesse Rey,\n                     Joel Shiflett, Benjamin Thurmond, John Watson. William Wood.","T. J. complains against David Michie, a squatter on his land at Milton in\n                     1812.","Notes regarding deeds to the Bennett Henderson estate lands. References to\n                     Craven Peyton, Jane Peyton, and Bennett H. Henderson.  [1184]","Encloses answer to Samuel Scott's suit for T. J.'s examination.\n                         [1185]","Sends Richard Stith's original receipt to John Wayles for land now disputed by\n                     Samuel Scott. Extracts from Wayles' memorandum book showing payment of Stith's\n                     fees. References to [Henry] Skipworth, Charles E. May (Hay?), and John Wayles\n                     Eppes.  [1186]","Bill of exchange. U.S. invasion of Canada. U.S. to possess all of St. Lawrence\n                     except Quebec. U.S. privateers will do more damage to English commerce than\n                     combined European navies could.  [2820-b]","Encloses bank note. Spinning machine from New York.  [2821]","Memorandum by W. and R. Mitchell of terms for grinding T. J.'s wheat.\n                         [1187]","a. 11 January 1771. Receipt to John Wayles by James Donald for currency for 99\n                     acres of land near Ivy Creek. Signed Richard Stith, surveyor. b. 19 December\n                     1795. Thomas Jefferson. Receipt to Surveyor of Campbell County for receiving\n                     land warrants, surveying, certificates. Receipted, Richard Stith, Surveyor. c.\n                     23. December 1795. Survey. 100 acres of land, Campbell County, Ivy Creek,\n                     bounded by Wilkinson, Johnson, [Richard] Tullos. Plat. Richard Stith, Surveyor.\n                     Wm. Peter Martin, C. C. d. 5, 19 December 1795. Land Office Treasury warrant\n                     for 100 acres. Jefferson's entry for above lands. Surveyed, Richard Stith.\n                     Recorded, land office, 1796, by Charles Blagrove, Registrar. Grant issued 1797,\n                     attested 1812. e. 15 November 1796. Letter from Samuel Scott, Campbell County,\n                     offering to buy land on Ivy Creek. Suggests 2 or 3 men as judges. Refers to\n                     Bowling Clarke, Jefferson's overseer. f. 26 December 1803. Survey for Edmund\n                     Tate of 54 3/4 acres in Campbell County on Ivy Creek. Mentions Wilkerson,\n                     Johnson (now Couch), Tullos. Assigned to Samuel Scott. Wm. P. Martin, Surveyor.\n                     g. 15 November 1809. Survey of T. J.'s land in Campbell County by William P.\n                     Martin, Surveyor. Mentions Wilkerson, Couch, Tullos, Samuel Scott.\n                         [1188, N-550]","a. Samuel Scott's petition to Creed Taylor, judge of the Superior Court of\n                     Chancery for the Richmond district, stating history of his title to 50 acres of\n                     land in Campbell County, Va. b. Separate answer of Samuel J. Harrison to the\n                     above. c. Separate answer of Thomas Jefferson to the above. Names mentioned:\n                     Christopher Anthony, Bedford County, Campbell County, Benjamin Howard, Thomas\n                     Humphreys, William P. Martin, Poplar Forest, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Richard\n                     Smith, Richard Stith, Edmund Tate (Tait), Isham Talbot, Mr. Timberlake, John\n                     Wayles, Mr. Wilkerson (Wilkinson).  [1189]","Sends answer to Samuel Scott's bill. Price of wheat, Richmond.\n                         [1190]","Requests signature on his answer to Samuel Scott, before sending it to George\n                     Hay and William Wirt.  [1191]","Requesting that he act as commissioner in taking depositions in suit brought\n                     against him by Samuel Scott.  [1192]","Agrees to take depositions in Scott suit. Magistrates are Capt. William Irvine,\n                     Joel Leftwich, David Sanders, and Jabez Leftwich. New London not in this\n                     county.  [1193]","Deposition in Samuel Scott's suit. Mentions Mr. Bradford (William Radford?),\n                     Mr. Claxton, Samuel J. Harrison, and [Joel] Yancey.  [1194]","Depositions for Samuel Scott's suit. Wishes to verify signatures of Richard\n                     Stith and Samuel Scott. Mentions Mr. Bradford (William Radford?), Mr. Claxton,\n                     James Donald, and Joel Yancey.  [1195]","Depositions in the Samuel Scott suit.  [1196]","Will attend meeting at Mr. Claxton's to give depositions in the Samuel Scott\n                     suit.  [1197]","Depositions for Samuel Scott's suit. Asks for testimony on condition of records\n                     in clerk's office in 1772 which would account for lack of Richard Stith's\n                     entry. Also wishes verification of handwriting of James Donald and Richard\n                     Stith.  [1198]","Joe to help her. Wishes barrels sent to be filled with surplus apples. Mentions\n                     Mr. Chisolm. T. J. note on verso: surveying calculations for Shadwell fields.\n                         [2822]","Barnes asks for an order on the cashier of the Bank of Pennsylvania to pay\n                     General Kosciuszko's dividend.  [1199]","Requests the cashier of the Bank of Pennsylvania to pay General Kosciuszko's\n                     dividend to John Barnes.","Unless Congress intervenes, wheat and flour prices will rise.\n                         [2823]","T. J. writes that injuries sustained from falling off a horse prevent his\n                     travelling. Hugh Chisolm will be plastering the house and will need lime, sand,\n                     and a hand to help. He also expects Reuben Perry and James Hubbard to be\n                     witnesses during a coming court case.","Expresses regret at T. J.'s fall; suggests applications of flannel as remedy.\n                     Remittance to General Kosciuszko. T. J.'s intended journey to Bedford County.\n                         [1200]","Purchase of Mr. Gilmore's horse. Reference to T. J. Randolph.\n                         [1201]","Wheat and flour prices.  [2824]","Durrett, a carpenter, agrees to work for T. J. for one year and receive in\n                     payment £40, 450 pounds of pork and a peck of corn meal per week.","\"The whole crop of 1812 except the seed\" equaled 1096 barrels.\n                         [1202]","Note falling due. Wheat and flour prices.  [2825]","William Short's reply. Going to Bedford. To settle with Higginbotham on return\n                     about land matter.  [2826]","Payment of taxes in Bedford County through draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson,\n                     Richmond. Prospects of paying his account.  [1203]","Forwards a letter from Madame de Staël [not present].","Requesting a loan of 200 bricks, to be returned with those lent to Colonel\n                     Watts.  [1204]","T. J.'s bond to T. Gwathmey due for payment. Wheat and flour prices.\n                         [2827]","Carter B. Page holds T. J.'s bond in Richmond.  [1205]","Recommending that T. J. lease Hour mill to John Eliason since Mr. Shoemaker has\n                     broken his lease. No news of John Morton or General Kosciuszko.\n                         [1206]","Exchange of lands in Bedford and Campbell Counties for mutual benefit.\n                     Mentioned: John Gill, David Johnson, John H. Moreman, Samuel Poindexter, Daniel\n                     Robertson, and John Wayles. Witnessed by Lemuel Johnson, Jeremiah A. Goodman,\n                     Nirwood Daniel, Stephen Butler, and Lilbourn Johnson.  [1207]","Subscribers beside T. J. for raising an Albemarle Company included: Charles\n                     Bankhead, R. M. Bell, J. Bishop, Chiles M. Brand, Peter Carr, G. Carr, John\n                     Craven, Charles Day, Dixon Dedham, James Dinsmore, George Divers, Charles\n                     Everette, James Garnett, Alexander Garrett, Elijah Garth, John M. Guy, John\n                     Kelly, William Kelly, Samuel Leitch, Reuben Mansfield, Wilson Medearis, Thomas\n                     J. Randolph, William Watson, John Wayman, John Winn.  [1208]","Account rendered to T. J. for wheat and flour. Terms for grinding wheat.\n                         [1209]","Account of tobacco sold to Samuel J. Harrison in 1812.  [1210]","T. J.'s descriptions of plans for designing, building and planting vegetable\n                     gardens at Monticello.","Orders to Leitch for a cross-cut saw, olive oil, hand irons, rice, and 4 yds.\n                     of diaper; three from T. J., one from T. J. Randolph, and one from Martha\n                     Randolph.  [1211]","[2829]","Asks protection from a petition presented to the legislature by the Rivanna\n                     Company for an enlargement of their powers. Threatens T. J.'s mill.\n                         [1212]","John Eliason requests interview regarding leasing of T. J.'s mills. References\n                     to General Kosciuszko, John Morton, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [1213]","Dick arrived via Lynchburg. Mr. Gibson and wheat. Tobacco at Lynchburg to Mr.\n                     Harrison. Mr. Perry too slow. Goodman's debts. Mentions Mr. Darnell. Richmond.\n                         [2830]","Cork tree from Paris. Olives from Aix, sainfoin from Malta, and acorns from\n                     Marseilles African rice in Georgia and Kentucky. Household manufactures. Marine\n                     hospitals, seamen, Mr. Gallatin. Grain trade with enemies. War in Iberia\n                     Peninsula and the Baltic.  [2831]","Defense of T. J.'s rights against the petition of the Rivanna Company.\n                     References to [Philip P.?] Barbour and [Chapman] Johnson.\n                         [1214]","Difficulties in attempting to introduce new plants and trees: the cork tree,\n                     the olive tree of Aix, sainfoin, and upland rice. Development of cotton and\n                     cotton weaving. Household manufacture.  [1215]","Funds to credit of James Hamilton of Williamsboro, North Carolina, in Bank of\n                     Virginia. Mentions Mr. Gibson.  [2832]","Higginbotham, of Albemarle County, to pay Short, of Philadelphia, in U.S.\n                     dollars, through Bank of Richmond. Short assigns to Joseph and George [Marx?].\n                     Witnessed by Carter H. Harrison.  [2833]","Text as 2833; not assigned. Marked paid.  [2834]","Text as 2833; not assigned. Signature of David Higginbotham crossed out by\n                     Short, who notes on verso, 1816 May 4, that the obligation was satisfied with\n                     land found outside the Indian Camp estate limits.  [2835]","Mr. T Taylor, presumably for Mr. Gallego, offers to buy land from T. J. Edmund\n                     Randolph at Winchester. Mr. Randolph's boat to bring powder.\n                         [2836]","Services by Cabell, [P. P.?] Barbour, and [Chapman] Johnson in the Virginia\n                     legislature in defense of T. J.'s rights against the bill petitioned by the\n                     Rivanna Company. Action in the Senate and House of Delegates. Use of T. J.'s\n                     canal by the company and exemption of T. J.'s and his customer's produce from\n                     tools were involved.  [1216]","Sends Squire for garden seeds. Invitation to visit. Delayed at Woodlawn by Mrs.\n                     [David] Pryor's illness.  [1217]","Requests that he bring a letter to attention of Edmund Randolph. Offer for his\n                     tenement excellent.  [1218]","Rent on the Indian Camp lands.  [2837]","Send seeds for vegetable and flower garden. Will call on Randolph on way to\n                     Bedford if road passable.  [1219]","Sends seed of broom and sprout kale plants.  [1220]","Letter for Edmund Randolph forwarded through Dr. Grayson. Randolph lives with\n                     son-in-law, Bennett Taylor.  [1221]","Debts of Hastings Marks. Bequests to children of Martha Jefferson Randolph.\n                     Thomas Jefferson Randolph, executor. Witnessed by William McLung, Hugh\n                     Chisholm, and E. Bacon.  [2838]","Scolding his grandfather for failing to write.  [1222]","Requests his aid in getting his title to Henderson land confirmed by Mrs.\n                     Thomas Hornsby, last of minor heirs of Bennett Henderson. William D. Meriwether\n                     has influenced Hornsby in this. Mentions Craven Peyton, William Pope Duval, and\n                     Gov. Christopher Greenup.  [1223]","Thanking him for a copy of his book, View of Massachusetts Proper.\n                         [1224]","William Marshall, hired by Mr. Taylor to handle Mazzei's affairs. T. J. and Mr.\n                     Randolph must sign bill. Flour prices.  [2839]","Letter of introduction for John Eliason, who is interested in managing T. J.'s\n                     mill.  [1225]","Encloses letter from George Williams of Baltimore with news of General\n                     Kosciuszko.  [1226]","Unable to make payment because he was caught by the blockade before the sale of\n                     his flour. Sale ordered through Patrick Gibson of Richmond. Export from Norfolk\n                     possible.  [1227]","T. J.'s arrangements for repayment of debt satisfactory. Attempts to run flour\n                     through Dismal Swamp may raise prices; large quantity in Richmond keeps price\n                     low.  [1228]","Bill of sale, drawn by William Marshall for Mr. Taylor, transferring Mazzei's\n                     lands, invalid, unless Mazzei U.S. citizen. Flour sale.  [2840]","Spinning machine.  [2841]","Negotiations on the exchange of T. J.'s land in Bedford for J. W. Eppes'\n                     Pantops near Monticello. If exchange be made, Eppes wishes land in Bedford in\n                     feesimple without reversionary claims. Resentment at T. J.'s favoring the\n                     Randolphs. Francis Eppes in school at Lynchburg, boarding with Seth Ward.\n                     President's majority in Congress. Failure of General Dearborn. Fever among the\n                     troops. Surrender of York (Toronto).  [1229]","Request for carp to stock his fish pond. Gift of a spinning-jenny. Plans for a\n                     visit at Snowden on way to Bedford County. Course of reading for James Lilburne\n                     Jefferson, Randolph's son. Suggestions for farming operations and crop\n                     rotation.  [1230]","Carp for T. J.'s fish pond. James Lilburne Jefferson to begin course of\n                     reading. Grateful for spinning jenny. Invitation to Anna Scott Marks to visit.\n                     T. J.'s farming methods too difficult.  [1231]","Mazzei's power of attorney acceptable to Mr. Taylor. Flour prices. Burr has\n                     powder; other powder from T. White.  [2842]","[Thomas Eston] Randolph to keep mill. Terms of tenancy.  [2843]","T. J.'s account with Barnes. Remittances received from Gibson \u0026\n                     Jefferson and sent to General Kosciuszko. Recommending John Eliason. References\n                     to George Williams, John Morton, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [1232]","Recommending T. J. charge General Kosciuszko one year's interest for services\n                     rendered in regard to public stock. Includes an account, 1809 to 1813.\n                         [1233]","Suggests a remittance might be made to General Kosciuszko through George\n                     Williams of Baltimore and Russell \u0026 Morton of Bordeaux without\n                     resorting to a bill of exchange. Present rate of exchange. Defeat of Bonaparte\n                     in Russia. Lawless division of Poland by Austria, Prussia, and Russia.\n                         [1234]","Wife grateful for gardening book; her illness. No woman available to learn to\n                     spin. Expects Anna Scott Marks for visit. James Lilburne Jefferson has joined\n                     the volunteers. No carp available. Will send for ram in cooler weather.\n                         [1236]","Importance of the rule that taxation and loans go hand-in-hand, so as not to\n                     alienate the land from the next generation. Money should be issued by the\n                     government, not by private banks. Reference to Francis Eppes.\n                         [1237]","Encloses sample of antimony found in neighborhood. (The antimony was sent to\n                     Correa de Serra).  [1238]","Method of remittance to General Kosciuszko: K. to draw a bill of exchange on\n                     Barnes.  [1239]","Encloses deed from Edmund Randolph, whose health is low. (He died 13 September\n                     1813).  [1240]","Sends girl to learn to use spinning jenny. Expects visit.\n                         [1241]","Expressing his thanks for a Republican oration sent to him by Dr. Romayne.\n                         [1242]","Progress of girl learning to spin. Plans for trip to Bedford, Snowden. Will\n                     send jenny.  [1243]","Sale of property of minor Henderson children to Craven Peyton was done without\n                     their knowledge or permission. Justifies his action regarding his wife, Frances\n                     Henderson Hornsby's share. Mentions Elizabeth Henderson, Charles Henderson,\n                     James L. Henderson, Joseph Hornsby, Christopher Greenup, and William\n                     Meriwether.  [1244]","Paid Mr. Hooe and Judge Holmes. Chocolate by mail. David Higginbotham paid.\n                     Forwards statement of sale to Mr. Taylor. Mr. Derieux, at Eagle Tavern, claims\n                     Mazzei's property.  [2844]","T. J. orders 25 pounds of brown sugar.","Judah's note discounted. No money from O. Philpotts for tobacco, although\n                     William Hay, Jr., sues.  [2845]","Asks financial help to be sent by Mr. Woods.  [2845-a]","Mr. Gamble wants to know about common on land in Richmond. Papers of James\n                     Buchanan and Col. Byrd, and Carter's deed.  [2846]","Requests loan of $40. Inquires about slave Fanny's progress in learning to\n                     spin.  [1245]","Borrowed money for Randolph Jefferson. Poor year for corn, wheat, and\n                     livestock. Progress of Randolph's slave in spinning. Advises that he wait to\n                     sell his wheat until winter drives off blockading ships.\n                         [1246]","Deed to Mr. Taylor when he returns from Springs.  [2847]","Recommends Joseph Dougherty for position with Smith. National Intelligencer\n                     subscription mentioning Mr. Gale. Regrets that Mrs. Smith had to leave country\n                     for city life.  [2848]","Thanking Jefferson for his aid in getting Minor the position of principal\n                     assessor.  [1247]","Sends draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. Last year's flour sold at low price\n                     due to blockade. Poor crops this year. Order for sugar, tea, molasses, and a\n                     clamp for a dry rubbing brush.  [1248]","Receipt of draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. Sending all articles except\n                     molasses.  [1249]","Religious questions.  [2848-a]","Apologizing for his inability to pay his bond. References to [Burgess] Griffin.\n                         [1267]","Sends spinning jenny. Plans for visit with Randolph. Mentions Henry Flood, Noah\n                     Flood, and the Gibsons.  [1250]","Opinions on government finance, taxes, and debts. Must defray the expenses of\n                     the war in our own time. Bank paper must be suppressed and the circulating\n                     medium restored to the nation. Detailed consideration of the rate of interest\n                     on government loans. Reference to Francis Eppes.  [1251]","Importance of loans and taxes going hand-in-hand. Paper money should be issued\n                     by government and backed by taxes, not by banks.  [1299]","Religious questions. Mentions Jesus, Richard Mott, Papists, Quakers,\n                     Presbyterians, Methodists, Baptists, Aristides, Cato, William Penn, John\n                     Tillotson, Euclid, geometry, and St. Athanasius.  [2848-b]","Requests hamper of charcoal to dry his malt.  [1252]","Preference for shorter term for senators. Conduct of Federalists in\n                     Massachusetts in this crisis. Her secession would be followed by humiliating\n                     return to the union.  [1253]","[2849]","Lease for people of Milton to cut firewood between Milton and Colle.\n                         [2852]","Drafts from Bedford to Brown and Robertson, sheriff of Bedford, Nimrod Darnell,\n                     and Jeremiah A. Goodman. Payments to Craven Peyton, David Higginbotham, William\n                     Garth (deputy sheriff of Albemarle) and Gales and Seaton (editors of National\n                     Intelligencer), Washington. Flour prices. Drought. Wheat, corn, tobacco.\n                     British blockade of Chesapeake Bay impossible to maintain in winter.\n                         [2850]","Remittances to General Kosciuszko. Purchase of exchange from George Williams.\n                     Payment of order to J. Smith.  [1254]","Attends to drafts. Encloses notes care of Mr. Higginbotham as mails\n                     undependable. Flour prices. Mr. H. paid for repairing T. J.'s watch.\n                         [2851]","Difficulties in purchasing a bill of exchange from George Williams on Russell\n                     \u0026 Morton.  [1255]","Originally enclosed with Barnes' letter to T. J. of 1813 November 10?\n                         [1070]","Opposition to re-establishment of the Bank of the U. S. Relative advantages of\n                     paper money and specie as media of exchange. General government should have\n                     sole right of establishing banks of discount for paper. Question of the public\n                     debt. References to Adam Smith and David Hume. (A cancelled paragraph dealing\n                     with the establishment of the Bank of the United States follows the first\n                     paragraph of this draft. It appears in none of the printed editions listed\n                     above.)  [1256]","Bill to extend powers of the Rivanna Co. Requests return of Say's\n                     Traité d'economie politique. References to Col. [Nimrod] Bramham,\n                     [George] Divers, and Dabney Minor.  [1257]","Purchase of bill of exchange from George Williams; acknowledgement by General\n                     Kosciuszko of money received from Russell \u0026 Morton.\n                         [1258]","Requests that he meet with Gov. Christopher Greenup to adjust the differences\n                     regarding confirmation of Frances Henderson Hornsby's deed for her share of the\n                     Bennett Henderson estate, a deed made while she was a minor. References to\n                     James L. Henderson, Eliza Henderson, Elizabeth Henderson, John Henderson, and\n                     Craven Peyton.  [1259]","Sends money. Flour prices.  [2853]","Bill concerning T. J. and the Rivanna River Co. will pass the Virginia\n                     Assembly. Disagrees with T. J. on the length of the charter. Prefers Jean\n                     Baptiste Say's book on political economy to Adam Smith's.\n                         [1260]","Acquaintance with José Correa da Serra. Receipt of Von Humboldt's books\n                     on astronomical observations and on New Spain. Revolutions in Latin America may\n                     lead to military despotisms. Important that American governments be separated\n                     from the \"broils of Europe\". Unprincipled policy of England has prevented a\n                     peaceful policy with the Indians. Brutalization and extermination of Indians\n                     compared to treatment of Ireland. British Arrowsmith and American Pike guilty\n                     of plagiarism. Delay in the publication of the journal of the Lewis and Clark\n                     expedition. Gift of tobacco seed to Von Humboldt.  [1261]","Books forwarded through General Moore. Reelection of Governor Barbour expected\n                     despite discontent throughout the state. Consultation with Charles Everett and\n                     Jesse W. Garth relative to the petition of the Rivanna River Co.\n                         [1262]","Remittance to General Kosciuszko via George Williams and Morton \u0026\n                     Russell is not possible. Congratulations on Thomas M. Randolph, Jr.'s safe\n                     return.  [1263]","T. J.'s note. Flour prices. Embargo has stopped West Indies trade.\n                         [2854]","Deposition denying knowledge of sale of her daughter's property to Craven\n                     Peyton by James L. Henderson until several years after the transaction.\n                         [1264]","Price of Mr. Forbes' wool-carding and cotton-carding machines.\n                         [1265]","Flour sales and w heat prices.  [2855]","Agreement between T. J. and the Rivanna Company directors that bill be passed.\n                     References to [Charles] Everett and E. Garth.  [1266]","Accounts of the milling of the Poplar Forest wheat crop.\n                         [1268]","Services rendered and medications prescribed. Patients include slaves Aggy,\n                     Maria, Ambrose, and Sally. Mentions Mr. Clay.  [2857]","Sends Elizabeth Henderson's deposition regarding the shares of the minor\n                     children of Bennett Henderson. Asks about John Henderson's mill race. Value of\n                     land mortgaged to Craven Peyton as security for property near Big Bone Lick,\n                     Ky., he purchased from James L. Henderson in Virginia. References to William\n                     Meriwether and Christopher Greenup.  [1269]","Regarding flour prices, and 100 barrels of flour T. J. has ready for sale.","Congratulates him on his edition of Justinian's  Institutes,  but wishes he had put his time into Bracton's  De Legibus Angliae.  Would like to see Blackstone's\n                     work supplemented by specification of particular cases of which his principles\n                     are the essence. Cannot give name of author of  Commentaries on Montesquieu  [Destutt de Tracy]; manuscript now in\n                     T. J.'s hands.  [1270]","Encloses letters written to John Wayles Eppes regarding public debt, banks, and\n                     money. Advises gradual reduction of paper money in Virginia. Favors division of\n                     state into hundreds or wards.  [1271]","Sends money. Flour prices and sales, some to Alexandria, Va.\n                         [2858]","Expresses limited approval of a state banking system. Voted for chartering Bank\n                     of Virginia. Restriction of the residence of a member of the House of\n                     Representatives to the district from which he was elected. Bill respecting the\n                     Rivanna River Company. Reasons for the division of state into wards.\n                         [1272]","Receipt of Say's Traité d'economie politique. Opinions as to whether\n                     states may prescribe any qualifications for members of Congress not contained\n                     in the Constitution. Line of demarcation between powers of the state and\n                     national governments. Maintains an interest in only two subjects: public\n                     education, and the division of counties into wards or hundreds.\n                         [1273]","Ellen Wayles Randolph's translation of letter. Martha's new daughter Septimia\n                     Ann. Children have whooping cough. Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. probably leaves in\n                     spring to campaign T. J. Randolph's girl friend at Warren. Mr. Gilmer's\n                     brothers well. Dr. Gilmer left Milton for place bought from Key near Mr. Minor.\n                         [2859]","Remittance through Patrick Gibson of Richmond. Instructions for sowing clover,\n                     shipment of beef and tobacco, rationing of salt. No flour sold. Orders to kill\n                     all dogs in excess of two, since they are taxable.  [1274]","Assembly's action on residence requirements for Congressmen. Passage of the\n                     Rivanna River Company bill in form agreed upon by T. J. and [Dabney] Minor.\n                     Bill to charter bank at Wheeling.  [1275]","Nail rod, corks, and powder by Mr. Johnson. Flour prices. T. J. accounts with\n                     Samuel P. Adams, James Brown, Jr., and Ignatius J. Dick.\n                         [2860]","Inability to make remittance to George Williams for General Kosciuszko.\n                         [1276]","Confidence in the credit of the Bank of Pennsylvania; opposes disposal of\n                     General Kosciuszko's bank stock. Beneficial results of banks overshadow their\n                     evils.  [1277]","Orders to convert Kosciuszko's stock in the Bank of Pennsylvania to government\n                     stock. Lack of confidence in banks. Failure of the Manhattan Bank.\n                         [1278]","T. J.'s note falls due. New one enclosed for signature. Prospect of peace and\n                     trade with Holland influence tobacco market, but not flour prices.\n                         [2861]","Conversion of General Kosciuszko's shares in the Bank of Pennsylvania to\n                     government stock. Remittance to General K. Importance of stopping the increase\n                     of banks. Effect of the failure of the Bank of Manhattan on other banks.\n                         [1279]","Note may not be received. Will pay anyway, renew new one when received. Flour\n                     prices. Encloses money.  [2862]","T. J.'s note to Craven Peyton for corn purchases. Will accept draft on Richmond\n                     or cash at Charlottesville.  [2863]","Return of T. J.'s letters on banking and finance which have been shown to\n                     William C. Rives, [John?] Tucker, Thomas Ritchie, and [John H.] Cocke.\n                         [1280]","Considers transfer of T. J.'s and General Kosciuszko's Bank of Pennsylvania\n                     stock into loan office certificates unwise.  [1281]","New procedure for handling T. J. s notes. Encloses notes. Flour sales.\n                         [2864]","T. J. thanks Breckenridge for a copy of his recently published book,  Views of Louisiana.  Says book is a \"valuable\n                     contribution towards the knowlege [sic] of a great country which nature has\n                     destined to become the most interesting portion of the western world.\" ","Mr. Cary [Wilson J. Cary? Wilson M. Cary?] not at home.  [1282]","Notes received. Encloses bank notes.  [2865]","Figures proving Bank of Pennsylvania stock is preferable to loan office\n                     certificates.  [1283]","Introducing the son of Dr. John D. Orr, a student of [Louis H.] Girardin.\n                         [1284]","More facts to prove it is preferable to keep General Kosciuszko's Bank of\n                     Pennsylvania stock rather than converting to government stock.\n                         [1285]","Offers to purchase a dark bay horse. Payment to be made after repeal of embargo\n                     permits sale of flour by Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. (Payment noted by Cocke's\n                     endorsement).  [1286]","Repeal of restrictions brought flour buyers. Awaiting armistice. Mr. Albert\n                     bought tobacco. Powder.  [2866]","T. J. discusses Tadeusz Kosciuszko's investments and the monetary situation of\n                     the United States.","Payment to General Armstrong for articles he forwarded for T. J. Madison has\n                     left for Montpellier. Reference to Mr. Harper and the Cossack dinners.\n                         [1287]","T. J. sympathizes on the death of a loved one and comments on his own losses.\n                     He mentions the invention of a vapor bath, and the rise of household industries\n                     necessitated by the War of 1812, rejoices in the downfall of Napoleon, predicts\n                     bankruptcy for England, and requests a botanical specimen for Correa de\n                     Serra.","Agrees to conversion of General Kosciuszko's shares of Bank of Pennsylvania\n                     stock into government stock. Requests letter of introduction to James Monroe or\n                     to William H. Crawford in order to get a bill of exchange for remittance to\n                     General Kosciuszko.  [1288]","Purchase of government stock for General Kosciuszko. Reference to the Bank of\n                     Columbia.  [1289]","Sends bank notes. Flour sales await armistice.  [2867]","Encloses John Henderson's quitclaim for Peyton's use in defending against\n                     Elizabeth Henderson's claim that Peyton purchased for T. J. lands of minor\n                     Henderson children without her knowledge or permission. Mentions James\n                     Henderson, Thomas Hornsby.  [2867-a]","T. J. asks Campbell if it is possible for the Treasury to arrange for Tadeusz\n                     Kosciuszko to receive payment of annual interest due him and interrupted\n                     because of the war.","Exchange of Kosciuszko's Bank of Pennsylvania stock for loan office\n                     certificates. Letter from Mr. Taylor regarding bank stock, government stock,\n                     and bills of exchange.  [1290]","Sale of Kosciuszko's bank stock; purchase of government stock.\n                         [1291]","Sale of Kosciuszko's Bank of Pennsylvania stock. Remittance to Kosciuszko.\n                     Barnes in debt to purchase the General's government stock.\n                         [1292]","Flour prices declining.  [2868]","Received and read Law's Second Thoughts on Instinctive Impulses. Agrees with\n                     his philosophy of morality in man. Wollaston's theory whimsical. Truth, love of\n                     God not foundations of morality as atheists, Deists virtuous men. Diderot,\n                     d'Alembert, d'Holbach, Condorcet examples. Taste, egoism also false. Helvetius\n                     quoted, refuted. Man's innate moral instinct true basis of morality. Education\n                     a corrective for its absence. Virtue conditioned by utility. Lord Kames, in\n                     Principles of Natural Religion, says the same.  [2868-a]","Bill for flour.  [1293]","Sale of Kosciuszko's bank stock finally completed. Remittance to the General\n                     through Baring Brothers of London. Difficult trip from Philadelphia.\n                         [1294]","Unable to meet payments since last year's flour unsold and bad drought this\n                     year. Peace orneutral commerce will help the growing crop. Plans tobacco crop.\n                     Mentions Patrick Gibson.  [1295]","Purchase of bill of exchange to send remittance to General Kosciuszko. Encloses\n                     account with T. J. Mentions Mr. Nourse.  [1296]","Originally enclosed with Barnes' letter to T. J. of the same date.\n                         [1070]","Originally enclosed with Barnes' letter to T. J. of 1814 June 27.\n                         [1070]","Patrick Gibson is remitting money due to Jeremiah A. Goodman through Robertson.\n                     Order for sugar.  [1297]","Hopes for payment from T. J. Will make remittance to Jeremiah Goodman.\n                         [1298]","Bowie \u0026 Kurtz' bill of exchange on William Murdock given to James\n                     Monroe to be transmitted to Baring Brothers for General Kosciuszko. Desire for\n                     peace among Federalists.  [1300]","Embargo and blockade prevent John Barnes from sending remittances to\n                     Kosciuszko. Insecurity of U.S. banks. Investment in Pennsylvania bank stock\n                     transferred to U.S. government loan. Peace between England and France. Great\n                     events at Paris. Mentions Mr. Morton, Boice \u0026 Kurtz, William Murdock of\n                     London, Messrs. Barings Brothers \u0026 Co. of London.\n                         [2868-b]","Remittances to Kosciuszko. Difficulties encountered and expenses incurred in\n                     conversion of Kosciuszko's bank of Pennsylvania stock into government stock.\n                     Notes that Kosciuszko's capital is increased but interest reduced by this\n                     transaction.  [1301]","Growth of Philadelphia. Criticism of a gentleman not named. Great Britain's\n                     jealousy of our liberty and wealth.  [1302]","Nail rod. T. J.'s account.  [2869]","Remittance to General Kosciuszko. Payment for his government stock. Result of\n                     the commissioners at Ghent awaited. Inability of Britain to subjugate the\n                     United States. References to James Monroe, Mr. Pleisentson (of Mr. Monroe's\n                     office), and William H. Crawford.  [1303]","Visit from Mr. Taylor. Mr. S.'s house has fallen under the hammer of the\n                     auctioneer. Outcome of the war. Reference to Etienne Le Maire.\n                         [1304]","Unable to pay for horse by order on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson because flour\n                     not sold. Hopes for peace.  [1305]","Charles L. Lewis' deed.  [2870-a]","Meeting of the committee consisting of John Winn, James Leitch, John Nicholas,\n                     [Frank] Carr, and Alexander Garrett, for viewing sites for Albemarle Academy.\n                         [1306]","Recollections of Patrick Henry. Topics: Loan Office scandal, Journals of House\n                     of Burgesses, Address to King, Memorials to Houses of Lords and Commons, Stamp\n                     Act, Royle's Virginia Gazette, Parson's Cause, Two-penny Act, Resolutions of\n                     1765, T. J.'s revision of Virginia laws, Philips case, proposals for dictator.\n                     Names: John Robinson, James Maury, John Camm, Richard Bland, Nathaniel West\n                     Dandridge, John Littlepage, John Marshall, John Daly Burke, Peyton Randolph,\n                     Peter Randolph, George Wythe, Edmund Pendleton, Robert Carter Nicholas, Henry\n                     Lee, Richard Henry Lee, John Page, George Mason, George III of England, Edmund\n                     Randolph, Josiah Philips, Thomas L. Lee, John Taylor of Caroline, Andrew Moore,\n                     Edward Stevens. Places: Hanover, Williamsburg, Dismal Swamp, Staunton,\n                     Fredericksburg.  [2871]","Requesting remittance from T. J. to cover installment due on General\n                     Kosciuszko's government bonds. Defense of Washington against the British.\n                         [1307]","Requests papers regarding Elizabeth Henderson's dower rights in the Bennett\n                     Henderson estate, especially with regard to John Henderson's mill race. Needs\n                     to repel fraudulent claim of [David] Michie. Mentions James L. Henderson and\n                     Christopher Greenup.  [1308]","Depositions in the question between T. J. and [David] Michie. Flood damage\n                     suffered by Peter Carr, Samuel Carr, and Peter Minor. Danger to Washington.\n                     Hopes for peace.  [1309]","Impossible to send funds North. Transactions with Mr. Dufief and Mr. Barnes.\n                     Mr. Johnson brings cotton and castings. Nail rod. Mr. Randolph to send\n                     earthenware.  [2872]","Failure of Patrick Gibson to remit to Barnes in time to make payment on General\n                     Kosciuszko's government stock. Retreat of our army from Bladensburg through\n                     Washington and Georgetown. President's encouragement of troops. Barnes deserted\n                     by Mrs. Ratcliffe and the slaves.  [1310]","Request for money. (Endorsed by T. J.: \"gave ord. on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson\n                     for 50 D.\")  [1311]","Order on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson of Richmond.  [1312]","Requesting that Roland Goodman be excused from military duty because of\n                     consumption.  [1313]","Plans for public education throughout the state providing elementary schools\n                     for all, with general college and professional schools for scholars. Elaborate\n                     discussion of the curriculum for Albemarle Academy.  [1314]","T. J. comments on Wayles' health and then discusses the progress of the war,\n                     concluding by saying that \"our people are too happy at home to enter into\n                     regular service, and that we cannot be defended but by making every citizen a\n                     soldier as the Greeks \u0026 Romans who had no standing armies.\"","Preparations for defense of Richmond against the British. Lack of money in\n                     treasury at Washington and Richmond. Loans from Bank of Virginia and from the\n                     Farmers' Bank to the state. Stopping of specie payment in these banks. Suggests\n                     Colonel Nicholas as next governor.  [1315]","Congress should have sole right of emission of paper money, based on taxation.\n                     But approves state auditors issuing certificates of indebtedness which will\n                     pass as currency until Congress shall undertake these measures.\n                         [1316]","Wishes loan extension to cover taxes in Bedford. Credit of bank paper doubtful.\n                     Merchant support might help. Jugs from Mr. R. Randolph and glass from Capt.\n                     Oldham. Oil and corks from Gibson. Mentions Hour, wheat, and tobacco. Trip to\n                     Bedford.  [2872-a]","Disapproves of depositing in the bank money from sale of glebe lands and from\n                     the Literary Fund.  [1317]","Note received and enlarged. System of curtailing notes ended, but doubtless\n                     soon resumed. Bank measures necessary, merchants doing everything possible.\n                     Encloses money. Will send supplies by Johnson, pay Mr. Oldham for glass.\n                         [2873]","Regulations proposed for Albemarle Academy regarding tardiness, recitations,\n                     deportment, morals, and property damage.  [1318]","Banking crisis due to failure of Northern and Southern banks to cooperate.\n                     Failure of the late public loan. Confidence in final victory. Good fortune in\n                     transferring General Kosciuszko's bank stock into government stock.\n                         [1319]","Copy sent to Joseph C. Cabell with letter of 1814 October 16. Opinions on what\n                     should be our object in the war with Great Britain. Paper money emissions.\n                         [1320]","Encloses copy of letter to James Madison regarding public finance.\n                         [1321]","Issuing of state certificates to bolster public credit.  [1322]","Endorsed by T. J. Printed: B of R VI 89 (MS. in DLC). Payment for horse.\n                     Expects long war. Reliance on militia.  [1323]","Renewal of a note. Letter forwarded to T. J. through Samuel J. Harrison.\n                         [1324]","Encloses note for renewal. Forwards copy to Bedford by Samuel J. Harrison.\n                     Drafts will be paid on presentation.  [2874]","Enclosing an account with balance due the Mitchells.  [1325]","Will pay draft on Patrick Gibson to Mr. Clayter. Requests payment of account if\n                     possible.  [1326]","Spectacles from Mr. McAlister in Philadelphia.  [2875]","Inability to go to school. Wishes to see T. J.  [1327]","Letter for Dr. Caspar Wistar. Hopes Gilmer will live permanently in Virginia\n                     where he will be without rivals in public life.  [1328]","T. J. resigns as Chairman of the American Philosophical Society \"for in truth I\n                     cannot be easy in holding as a sinecure an honor so justly due the talents and\n                     services of others.\"","Mitchell's terms, per John McAllister, for grinding Jefferson's wheat.\n                         [1329]","Copy of letter from Baring Brothers \u0026 Co., London, acknowledging\n                     acceptance of a bill of exchange on William Murdock in favor of General\n                     Kosciuszko. Barnes hopes the national credit will be upheld.\n                         [1330]","Dr. Brockenbrough and John Harvie's note. No money from O. Philpotts. Tobacco\n                     and flour prices.  [2876]","Jacquelin Harvie paid John Harvie's note.  [2877]","Scrip certificates left with [Joseph] Nourse to purchase government stock.\n                     Requests power of attorney to receive dividends.  [1331]","John Harvie's payment. Tobacco and wheat. Ghent negotiations indicate Great\n                     Britain to accept peace. Judgments against O. Philpotts. Directs payment to\n                     Jeremiah Goodman at Poplar Forest near Lynchburg.  [2878]","Tracy's work on political economy. Possible solutions of the problems of\n                     financing the state government: loan from the Farmer's Bank;; issuance of\n                     treasury notes by the state; or a private loan by citizens. Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph's petition to open the falls near Milton and charge tolls on traffic\n                     conflicts with the Rivanna River Charter. References to Charles Yancey and\n                     William Wood.  [1332]","Asks that watch and dog be sent by Stephen. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [1333]","Dick leaves for Monticello with supplies, wheat for mill. Wheat prices for Mr.\n                     Mitchell. Phill Hubbard at Poplar Forest, perhaps to marry Hanna. Farm\n                     business. Mentions Mr. Darnell, Lewis Brown, Mr. Clarkson, and Mr. Cole.\n                         [2879]","Proposed course of classical education for Albemarle Academy.\n                         [1334]","[2880]","Paper money. Destutt de Tracy's Review of Montesquieu. Jean Baptiste Say plans\n                     to come to the U. S. Sends papers regarding petition of Albemarle Academy and\n                     on public education throughout the state. Defensive war with the Rivanna Co.\n                     Mentions Peter Carr, Thomas Cooper, William Duane, Francis W. Gilmer, [Joseph]\n                     Milligan, printer of Georgetown, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and William Cabell\n                     Rives.  [1335]","Receipt of hogs and wheat very unsatisfactory. Sends plows, bottled beer, and\n                     wool by Dick. Urges better care of his sheep. Mr. Watkins to make a wheat\n                     machine for T. J. Intermarriage among T. J.'s slaves. Phill not to be punished\n                     for running away. Urgent that tobacco be sent to Richmond. References to\n                     [William] Mitchell, [Archibald] Robertson, and to the following slaves: Phill,\n                     Hanah, Dick, Nanny, Reuben, Daniel, and Stephen.  [1336]","Payment to T. J. Randolph. Flour and tobacco sales. Hopes British will not\n                     delay treaty to get part of Maine.  [2881]","Public stock in T. J.'s name belonging to General Kosciuszko.\n                         [1337]","Thanks for Plumer's pamphlet. Treasonable action of Massachusetts.\n                         [1338]","Severe attack of rheumatism. Requests supply of port or claret. Copy of his\n                     will, dated 16 January 1815. Property to his wife, Hetty Smith Carr, for life,\n                     then divided among his children at her discretion. Specific bequests to his\n                     sisters Cary Carr, Mary Carr, to his nieces, Martha, Lucy Ann, Virginia, and\n                     Mary Jane Terrell, brothers, Samuel Carr and Dabney Carr, step-son, George P.\n                     Stevenson, son, Dabney Carr, nephew, Dabney Terrell. Recommends the advice of\n                     Wilson C. Nicholas. Witnessed by Christopher Hudson, Dabney Minor, and Virginia\n                     Terrell. Memorandum attached concerning sum owed by Robert Carter Nicholas and\n                     provisions for adjustment of estate between Ellen B. Carr, Dabney S. Carr, Jane\n                     M. Carr, and George P. Stevenson.  [1339]","Presents compliments. Requests an enclosed letter [not present] be\n                     delivered.","Sending Squire for dog. Requests return of his watch. Asks for scions of fruit\n                     trees and for vegetable seeds. Expects to be summoned in [Thomas Mann?]\n                     Randolph and Craven Peyton's suit.  [1340]","Sending watch, dog, vegetable seeds. Directions for the vegetables. Peace\n                     confirmed. Effect on wheat, tobacco, and corn prices.  [1341]","Sends T. J.'s lenses with Clay's spectacles. Victory at New Orleans.\n                         [2883]","Petition regarding the setting up of an academy in Albemarle County; possible\n                     effect on the College of William and Mary. Hopes it will induce such men as\n                     Jean Baptiste Say to reside in Virginia. Disposition of his slaves from\n                     Corotoman taken by the British. References to Dr. [Charles?] Carr, Peter Carr,\n                     Admiral Cockburn, John A. Smith, Destutt de Tracy, David Watson, and Charles\n                     Yancey.  [1342]","Believes T. J. has become Secretary of State again. Requests interest due him,\n                     and principal after formal peace with England. Advises establishment of a\n                     military college to insure republican spirit necessary for a free state.\n                         [2883-b]","Bedford County tax receipts, by William Salmon for Greer.\n                         [1343]","Pleasure over the victory of New Orleans and the Peace of Ghent. Mentions the\n                     treason of William Hull, Dearborn's victories at York and Fort George. Apostasy\n                     of Massachusetts in forsaking the counsel of the two Adams for that of Strong.\n                     Hopes for visit from Dearborn and Caesar Rodney.  [1344]","Sends money. Flour sales. Northern and European markets. Ship from France\n                     ruined Havana market. Shadwell flour. None from Bedford. Tobacco prices.\n                         [2884]","Ellen's visit to Warren delayed by death of a horse. Mrs. Marks' visit to\n                     Randolph Jefferson.  [1345]","Charles Lewis Bankhead and Anne Cary Bankhead, to John Bankhead, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., and Reuben Lindsay, all of Albemarle County. Witnessed by Edmund\n                     Bacon, W. Ballard, Robin Goodman, and T. J. Randolph. Recorded 1 May 1815 and\n                     again 5 August 1822 by Alexander Garrett, Clerk of Albemarle, and 12 August\n                     1822 by John Pendleton, Clerk of Caroline. Deed of trust to tract of land\n                     called Carlton and to 37 slaves, and cattle, hogs, furniture, and dwelling; to\n                     be used to pay the creditors of Anne C. and Charles L. Bankhead, and thereafter\n                     for the maintenance of Anne and Charles. Mentions John Kelly, James Leitch,\n                     Molly Lewis, Robert Streshly, and John J. Taylor.  [1346]","Witnessed by Robin Goodman, Edmund Bacon, and W. Ballard. Recorded 1 May 1815\n                     by Alexander Garrett, Clerk of Albemarle County Court. Deed to land in\n                     Albemarle County, to be held in trust by Bankhead, Lindsay, and Randolph for\n                     the maintenance of Charles L. Bankhead, Anne C. Bankhead, and their children.\n                         [1347]","Arrival of Anna Scott Marks. Sale of land to Charles A. Scott to pay off debts.\n                     Will send fish when possible. Visit of Thomas J. Randolph and young Wilson\n                     Nicholas.  [1348]","Papers on Scott served to Bedford sheriff. Tobacco to Richmond, except that for\n                     Lynchburg sale. Wheat sales to pay Mr. Mitchell.  [2885]","Account for 1814 May 12-1815 April 8. Originally enclosed with Barnes' letter\n                     to T. J. of 1815 May 25.  [1070]","Remittances to General Kosciuszko via Baring Brothers, London. Prefers English\n                     bills of exchange. Hopes the arranging and packing of T. J.'s library is\n                     completed.  [1349]","T. J. writes to Patrick Gibson regarding the sale of tobacco which T. J. has recently learned \"sells high and readily\"; he asks Gibson to sell his \n              tobacco \"as soon as you think advisable.\" As for the sale of his flour, T. J. suggests it is \"best to give time for the European vessels which would \n              not adventure to sail until they learnt there our ratification of the treaty, to arrive and produce here a full competition of demand\" which he thinks will \n              happen in May. T. J. asks Gibson to sell the flour \"for whatever price shall then be going\" unless Gibson receives a comparable price before then. T. J. \n              states that he will \"in the course of the present week or next\" send Gibson $2000 of Treasury notes. T. J. closes with expressions of esteem and \n              respect.  [1345]","Collection of T. J.'s order on the Treasury. Purchase of set of exchange on\n                     London to pay Kosciuszko. Rates of exchange.  [1350]","Account for 1814 May 25-1815 April 26. Originally enclosed with Barnes' letter\n                     to T. J. of 1815 May 25.  [1070]","Originally enclosed with Barnes' letter to T. J. of 1815 May 25.\n                         [1070]","Encloses money. Flour sold to Tarleton Saunders. Tobacco sales.\n                         [2886]","Opinion reconsidered in case of Josiah Philips. Outlawry, attainder, immunity.\n                         [2887]","Refers to error in accounts, bond left by Mr. Garland. Will consult papers at\n                     home.  [1352]","Money remitted to Jeremiah A. Goodman. Glad the error in Griffin's bond\n                     discovered.  [1353]","Remittance sent to General Kosciuszko, a bill of exchange of Bowie \u0026\n                     Kurtz on William Murdock. Comments on Bonaparte's counter-revolution.\n                         [1354]","Overseer for Poplar Forest.  [1355]","In Archibald Robertson's absence, he has exchanged T. J.'s Treasury bills for\n                     Virginia bills, a few of which not current. Mentions Jeremiah A. Goodman.\n                         [1356]","Requests exchange of Treasury bills for Virginia bills at par so he can pay his\n                     neighbors who refuse to accept Treasury bills at par. Jeremiah A. Goodman\n                     mentioned.  [1357]","Appreciates attention to his request. Reserves privilege of returning any bank\n                     notes unacceptable to creditor; sends Treasury notes by Jeremiah A. Goodman.\n                         [1358]","Sends bills in return for treasury bills brought by Jeremiah A. Goodman:\n                     Virginia bills, Lank of Columbia, Bank of Alexandria, all pass currently, and a\n                     few others refused only by planters.  [1359]","Financial arrangements with Mr. [Charles] Clay and Gibson \u0026 Jefferson.\n                     Joel Yancey to superintend T. J.'s overseers.  [1360]","Victory at New Orleans proves popular support for Union there and in Kentucky,\n                     and Tennessee. Andrew Jackson's threatened removal: rule of law versus national\n                     survival. Bonaparte an usurper, Bourbons expelled, but people must rule. U.S.\n                     maxim not to meddle in European affairs. U.S. system distinct in interests, but\n                     connected in commerce. England governed by merchants, not by common sense. Will\n                     not permit U.S. to remain at peace, but will renew Orders in Council, resume\n                     impressment, force war on U.S. as they forced France to become nation of\n                     soldiers. Mr. and Mrs. Divers well. Peas in. Monticello family well. T. J.\n                     Randolph's marriage. Peter Carr's death. Mentions Mr. and Mrs. Peachy Gilmer.\n                         [2888]","Acknowledges draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. Congratulates T. J. on fact\n                     that Joel Yancey will superintend his affairs.  [1361]","His dismissal. Refers to Mr. Yancey. Wheat, oats, tobacco on own farm.\n                         [2889]","Requests return of gig harness. Mentions Anna Scott Marks.\n                         [1362]","Harness worn out, sends another replacing it. Regrets Martha Carr's death.\n                         [1363]","Notes involving T. J., Benjamin Jones, John Vaughan, and John Harvie. Flour\n                     sales. Shipments from Shadwell and Bedford. Johnson brings cotton.\n                         [2890]","Plans for education of Francis Eppes. Good corn and wheat crops.\n                         [1364]","Harry will bring cotton instead of Mr. Johnson.  [2890-a]","Rhode Island Resolutions, mentioning Richard Henry Lee, Francis Lightfoot Lee,\n                     John Adams, Thomas Johnson, Edmund Randolph, William Fleming, John Fleming,\n                     John Robinson, Peyton Randolph, Edmund Pendleton, George Wythe, and Richard\n                     Bland. Virginia aristocracy isolated from European society. Wild Irish in\n                     Valley of Virginia between Blue Ridge and northern mountains. Social strata:\n                     aristocrats, half-breeds, pretenders, yeomanry, overseers. Bland's pamphlet,\n                     Dickinson's Letters from a Pennsylvania Farmer. Allows quotes in loan office,\n                     Josiah Philips cases, hut not on Henry and Lee addresses. Benjamin Harrison,\n                     Robert C. Nicholas gave some information. T. J. role in Burgesses session\n                     welcoming Lord Botetourt. T. J. prepared answer in 1775 to Lord North's\n                     propositions at session called by Lord Dunmore. Mr. Nicholas represented James\n                     City County at Williamsburg. T. J. first met Patrick Henry in 1759-60 at\n                     Nathaniel West Dandridge's, whose sister Mrs. Spotswood married John Campbell.\n                         [2891]","To her dear uncle. Failure to hear from T. J. or Martha Randolph. Her recent\n                     marriage. Request that he send money by Mr. Woods.  [1365]","Randolph Jefferson dying, perhaps willing estate to wife, Mitchie B. Pryor\n                     Jefferson.  [2892]","Will have depositions taken, leaving nothing to [David] Michie's honesty.\n                     Republicans pray for success of France. Reports of Wellington's victory.\n                         [1366]","Buckingham court business requiring T. J.'s attention. Illness in family.\n                         [2887-a]","T. J. gives Milligan directions for mailing a shipment of books.","Request that Clay visit Poplar Forest amidst the noise of hammers, saws, and\n                     planes.  [1367]","Will attend to draft. Sends note for renewal. Flour and wheat prices. Tobacco\n                     prices high despite news from England.  [2893]","Timber sawed for T. J.  [1368]","Originally enclosed with Barnes' letter to T. J. of 1815 November 18.\n                         [1070]","In suit between Mitchie B. Jefferson, widow of Randolph Jefferson, and Thomas\n                     Jefferson, Robert Lewis Jefferson, Field Jefferson, Isham Randolph Jefferson,\n                     and James Lilburne Jefferson, sons of said Randolph Jefferson. Declaration\n                     regarding his part in writing Randolph Jefferson's first will, and his belief\n                     that it was not Randolph's intention to change that will while in sound and\n                     healthy mind. Debts run up by Mrs. Jefferson, by writing forged orders.\n                     Mentions Mr. Moon and Mr. Johnson, storekeepers; Zachariah Pryor; Anna Scott\n                     Marks.  [1369]","Requests reply to 1815 August 28, (Patrick Gibson to T. J.), which is copied on\n                     verso.  [2894]","Introducing Arthur Hopkins, grandson of sister Judith. His suit against Colonel\n                     James settled out of court.  [1370]","Recommendations, with reservations, of Dr. Jennings' steam bath. Printed in a\n                     pamphlet on the nature of the remedy effected by these steam baths, with\n                     letters and certificates of recommendation from many notables.\n                         [1371]","Bill for medical services.","Note, as Jefferson's agent, for $97.75 (paid 29 April 1816).\n                         [1372]","Renewal of his note. Sheriff's call for taxes soon to be met.\n                         [1373]","Directions for packing and shipping time-piece to Gibson \u0026 Jefferson;\n                     expenses to be paid by [John] Vaughan. Requests one of Patterson's artificial\n                     horizons made of platinum.  [1374]","Mortification of Federalists at ridiculous issue of Hartford Convention.\n                         [1375]","Loan from the bank to pay taxes in Bedford County.  [1376]","Receipt of T. J.'s letter regarding Roane's opinion in case of Martin vs.\n                     Hunter. Expresses respect for T. J.'s opinion as a real authority.\n                         [1377]","Charles Bankhead a drunkard. Recommendations for possible treatment. References\n                     to Martha Randolph, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and to Anne Randolph Bankhead.\n                         [1378]","Renewal of his notes. Payment provided through flour from his mill and tobacco\n                     from Bedford. Payment of taxes to Clifton Harris, sheriff. Remittance to Joseph\n                     Milligan, bookseller. Order for cask of Lisbon, bale of cotton.\n                         [1379]","Cider. Corn prices at Richmond. Sharp and Mr. Craven sold corn. Mr. Randolph\n                     urges buying wheat. Mr. Ham.  [2895]","Bond for $5500. Payment of $2750 plus interest noted on verso. 15 November\n                     1816.  [1380]","Remittances to General Kosciuszko delayed by his moving to Switzerland.\n                     Reference to Baring Brothers \u0026 Co.  [1381]","Observations made at the Peaks of Otter. Sends paper mullberries, charming near\n                     a porch for dense shade. Mentions [Bowling?] Clarke.  [1382]","Unidentified sick boy.  [2896]","Continuation of Francis Eppes' education in French and Latin at Monticello.\n                         [1383]","Order on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson covers payment to Joel Yancey, Jeremiah A.\n                     Goodman, and Mr. Cooney.  [1384]","Solicits Cabell's aid for claim of Capt. Joseph Miller, formerly of England,\n                     who prays confirmation of the will of his half-brother, Thomas Reed. Asks also\n                     the aid of Thomas W. Maury and Mr. Baker. Disapproves seizure of Miller's funds\n                     by the Literary Fund.  [1385]","Account with Dawson, mentions Edmund Bacon and John Bacon. Payment by draft on\n                     Richmond or cash. Partnership with John Watson.  [2897]","College to be governed by a Board of Visitors who will appoint a treasurer and\n                     proctor, establish professorships, lay down rules of government and discipline,\n                     fix fees, and in general do what they deem necessary and proper. (Act was\n                     adopted February 1816).  [1386]","Household costs.  [2898]","Wine sent while in Washington. Mr. Penn's fox grape cuttings to be sent care of\n                     William F. Gray, Fredericksburg, to Milton.  [2899]","Expects no opposition to Mr. Miller's petition. Some resistance to the bill for\n                     establishing Central College. Questioning of powers given the professors to\n                     imprison students. Possibility of a school for the deaf and dumb, taught by a\n                     Mr. Braidwood, to be attached to the college. Recommends enlisting the\n                     cooperation of Chapman Johnson, William G. Poindexter, Edward Watts and John W.\n                     Green of the Senate. References to [Peter] Carr, [Thomas W.] Maury, and\n                     [Charles] Yancey.  [1387]","Remittance to General Kosciuszko, possibly through Baring Brothers.\n                         [1388]","Objections to the Central College bill. Papers in Captain Miller's case with\n                     respect to the Reed estate. Copy of the bill to prevent obstructions in the\n                     navigable watercourses of Virginia. Appropriations for Literary Fund and for\n                     endowment of a professorship for teaching the deaf and dumb. Dr. Smith asks\n                     recommendation of a textbook on the principles of government for use at William\n                     and Mary. References to Chapman Johnson, John Locke, Jean Jacques Rousseau,\n                     Jean Baptiste Say, and Charles Yancey.  [1389]","Requests permission to publish T. J.'s letter to Peter Carr regarding the\n                     establishment of Central College. Possible locations: Charlottesville,\n                     Staunton, or Lexington. Move to shift seat of government to Staunton.\n                     References to [Charles F.] Mercer.  [1390]","Matters concerning Central College; duties of its Proctor; public school\n                     system; disapproves of connection of Mr. Braidwood's school for the deaf and\n                     dumb with the college; refuses to write about Central College to gentlemen\n                     named, because his correspondence too burdensome.  [1391]","Draft on Gibson in favor of T. J. Randolph, to be paid for by the sale of\n                     flour.  [1392]","If Louis Girardin's continuation of John Burk's history does not contain T.\n                     J.'s account of Dabney Carr, Sr., (writer's father), will turn it over for\n                     William Wirt's book. Proposed inscription for Carr's tombstone left in Philip\n                     Mazzei's book.  [1393]","Encloses conveyances for which Joseph Miller's bill is hung up.\n                         [1394]","Thanks Jackson for kind words in letter to George Ticknor. T. J. sending\n                     Jackson letters to Ticknor, and Mr. Appleton, Consul at Leghorn. Dabney Terrell\n                     of Kentucky will deliver T. J.'s letters to Jackson on his way to Geneva.\n                         [2900]","Encloses list of acts and journals, copies of which are in his library\n                     purchased by Congress. Comments on the bill on the obstruction in navigable\n                     waters. Hopes he can retain his canal. Recommends Destutt de Tracy's Review of\n                     Montesquieu, to John A. Smith as best elementary book on government. Central\n                     College Bill. Public school system for Virginia. Division of powers between\n                     federal, state, and local governments. Stresses dividing counties into wards,\n                     where every man may take active part in his government.  [1395]","Remittance to General Kosciuszko. Copy of letter from Kosciuszko to Barnes\n                     mentioning bills of exchange sent to Baring Brothers \u0026 Co.\n                         [1396]","Passage of bill for Central College, Mr. Miller's bill, and the bill respecting\n                     navigable waters. Reference to [John W.] Green.  [1397]","Sailing for France delayed by freezing of basin. [Thomas] Mann Randolph has\n                     promise of midshipman's warrant. Albert Gallatin's letters expected. Governor\n                     of Pennsylvania does not intend demanding him. Mentions Mr. Stevenson and\n                     Martha T. Randolph.  [1398]","Attempts to get money from father's estate so far unsuccessful. Has rented\n                     ferry; wishes to rent part of Snowden. Plans to travel west. Step-mother,\n                     Mitchie B. Jefferson, has removed to mother's house. Enclosures: two bills for\n                     cloth and stockings from James Leitch and Bramham \u0026 Jones, one endorsed\n                     by T. J.: \"J Lilburne Jefferson.\"  [1399]","Passage of Captain Miller's bill and of bill respecting navigable water;\n                     rejection of lottery bill to purchase Triplett Estis' property. Possible\n                     appropriation of U. S. surplus to Literary Fund. Modifications in Central\n                     College Bill respecting powers of college proctor, glebe lands, and the\n                     Literary Fund. Translation of Jean Baptiste Say's Traité d'economie\n                     politique. Mentions William Cabell, John W. Green, Chapman Johnson, Thomas W.\n                     Maury, and Wilson C. Nicholas.  [1400]","Teneriffe wine from Dr. Fernandes, through Fox and Richardson, by Mr. Gilmer's\n                     boat.  [2901]","High rates of exchange prevent a remittance to Kosciuszko.\n                         [1401]","Publication of T. J.'s letter to Peter Carr. Appropriation of Virginia's U. S.\n                     Government stock to education. Presbyterians in Lexington and Scotch-Irish in\n                     Staunton will object to Albemarle as site for university since they hope to\n                     move seat of government to Staunton. Washington College at Lexington the\n                     bantling of the Federalists. Trouble with Colonel Monroe about caucus for an\n                     electoral ticket. References to Wilson C. Nicholas and [Charles F.] Mercer.\n                         [1402]","Statement to balance due T. J. (from Scott?) after payment of land tax in\n                     Campbell County.  [1403]","Recommending that he translate Jean Baptiste Say's Traité d'economie\n                     politique. Mentions Destutt de Tracy's Review of Montesquieu and William Duane.\n                         [1404]","Documents he worked out regarding Louisiana boundaries from the Perdido to the\n                     Rio Bravo is now in his library, recently purchased by Congress. A copy is in\n                     the State Department files; and the Virginia Argus printed a statement similar\n                     to this. A manuscript history of the settlement of the country by Bernard de la\n                     Harpe, proving the French claims to the Bravo as opposed to the Spanish, is in\n                     the State Department files. Manuscript found in possession of the family of the\n                     late Governor Messier. Mentions [Thomas?] Cooper, St. Denys Crosat.\n                         [1405]","Jefferson's man, Moses, at Farley's with broken leg. Cannot be moved.\n                         [1406]","Flour prices. Tobacco sales.  [2902]","Tobacco prices. Flour prices Sales to P. F. Smith, John M. Warwick and William\n                     Gilliat.  [2903]","Presentation of money to Ellen Randolph. Purchase of stock in the Farmer's and\n                     Mechanic's Bank from its cashier, C. Smith, for General Kosciuszko. Remittance\n                     to the General. Reference to Joseph Nourse.  [1407]","Originally enclosed with Barnes letter to T. J. of the same date.\n                         [1070]","Bill for bacon, corn, and carrying tobacco.  [1408]","Advantages of dividing counties into wards for administrative and educational\n                     purposes. Mentions letters to Joseph C. Cabell and John Adams.\n                         [1409]","Judge ill. Mr. Booker reported him unable to hold court to try Randolph\n                     Jefferson's will. All essential witnesses ready.  [1410]","Joel Yancey, overseer, statement of amount due Charles Clay, 27 April 1816.\n                         [1210]","Flour sales to William H. Hubbard and to Smith and Riddle. Mr. Warwick brought\n                     flour at Col. Randolph's instructions.  [2904]","American victory over English. T. J.'s and Addison's [sic] reputation high in\n                     Europe. Discusses state of Poland and Alexander I's failure to recreate old\n                     boundaries. At Soleure, Switzerland. Personal finances in U.S. England respects\n                     U.S., not Europe, whose ministers corrupt. English and French commerce.\n                         [2904-a]","Wine and macaroni from Stephen Cathalan at Marseilles.  [2905]","Sale of T. J.'s flour. Payment to Mr. Robertson and for taxes in Albemarle.\n                         [1411]","Invitation for peas and punch.  [2905-a]","Bill for medical services to slaves 1813-1816, totaling $151.\n                         [1412]","Bill of lading for wine and macaroni.","Sale of Kosciuszko's treasury notes and purchase of bank stock. Remittance to\n                     Kosciuszko delayed by high exchange rates. Banking services offered to Ellen\n                     Randolph. President Madison's visit to Annapolis and naval review. Mentions\n                     Dolly P. Madison.  [1413]","Goods from Stephen Cathalan on ship Five Sisters. Encloses bill of lading.\n                         [2906]","Describes trip through low countries and France. Education in Geneva with Marc\n                     Auguste Pictet. Report in Moniteur that Mexicans and South Americans losing.\n                     Desire to go to Spain. Regards to Martha Randolph.  [1414]","Maine's method of preparing hawthorne hedges is best. References to James\n                     Henderson, Isaac Newton, Dobson's Encyclopedia, and Lord Karmes' translation of\n                     Say's Traité d'economie politique. Implementation of General Assembly\n                     act requiring an accurate map of each county.  [1415]","Thanks for Maine's recipe for preparing hawthorn. Discussion of relative merits\n                     of hedgethorn, hawthorn, holly, pyracanthus, cedar for hedges. Translation of\n                     Say's  Traité d'economie politique. \n                     Recommends son of W. D. Meriwether for surveying (preparatory to\n                     Böÿe's  A Map of the State of\n                        Virginia  ).  [1416]","Encloses letter on his political ramblings.  [1417]","Remittance to General Kosciuszko. Mentions James Monroe.\n                         [1418]","Re Tadeusz Kosciuszko's account. Originally enclosed with\n                         [1420]","Originally enclosed with  [1420]","Jefferson asks Gelston, collector of the Port of New York, to ship a case of\n                     Barsac wine from Bordeaux to Richmond in care of Gibson \u0026 Jefferson.\n                     The wine was originally sent to New York by Consul John Martin Baker via the\n                     brig General Ward.","Superiority of thorn hedges. Surveying for the map authorized by the Assembly\n                     (Herman Böÿe's  A Map of the State of\n                        Virginia  ). Advisability of a convention to amend the Virginia\n                     Constitution, favored by westerners desiring to place the pecuniary burdens of\n                     government on the easterners and by Federalist bank stockholders wishing to\n                     charter fifteen banks. Books by Montesquieu, Destutt de Tracy, and Say as\n                     textbooks at William and Mary. References to Philip Doddridge, Mr. Meriwether,\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and John Augustine Smith.  [1419]","Account of General Kosciuszko's resources. Bill of exchange for the General\n                     sent to Baring Brothers \u0026 Co., London. Transferal of government stock\n                     into bank stock. Exchange bought from Smith \u0026 Riddle, Richmond, drawn\n                     by A. P. Heinrich, Baltimore, on John Rapp, London.  [1420]","Transfer of General Kosciuszko's government stock into bank stock.\n                         [1421]","Directors of Rivanna Company to discuss Shadwell Mills and lock. Mr.\n                     Meriwether's basin. To Bedford. Rivanna Company was authorized by Acts of\n                     Legislature, 1794, 1805, and 1806, to open Rivanna River to Milton, later to\n                     Moore's Ford opposite Charlottesville. T. J.'s dam blocks navigation; lock\n                     needed.  [2907]","Directors of Rivanna Company to discuss Shadwell Mills and lock. Mr.\n                     Meriwether's basin.","Returns Cabell's papers. Requests his letter be kept out of public papers.\n                         [1422]","Wirt's  Sketches of the life and character of Patrick\n                        Henry.  Henry did not read Livy annually. May have read some Greek\n                     and Roman history. Perhaps read Stith's History of the First Discovery and\n                     Settlement of Virginia. Professor at William and Mary College Richard Graham,\n                     not Greene. Henry counselor for Nathaniel West Dandridge, not James Littlepage.\n                     John Blair more important than Bolling Starke. To Bedford.\n                         [2908]","Jefferson writes concerning an invoice requested by Gelston, the collector of\n                     the port of New York. He sends some letters and papers, asks that some books be\n                     forwarded to Richmond, and promises to remit the cost of the books and some\n                     wine as soon as Gelston informs him of the amount.","Revisions for Wirt's  Sketches of the life and character\n                        of Patrick Henry.  To Albemarle.  [2909]","Questions concerning William Livingstone, U.S. House of Representatives, John\n                     Jay, Richard Henry Lee. Edward Foy was Lord Dunmore's secretary. Thomas Nelson\n                     President of Assembly at William Nelson's death in Hanover. William Henry and\n                     John Syme cowards. John Page, member of committee, thought Patrick Henry a\n                     coward. Committee of Safety refused commands to William Byrd and Henry.\n                     Distrust between Patrick Henry and Edmund Pendleton. Compares Demosthenes and\n                     Henry. Henry glad to leave Congress at Philadelphia. George Washington's\n                     military law.  [2910]","Have  Sketches of the life and character of Patrick\n                        Henry  miscarried?  [2911]","Difficulties in transferring Kosciuszko's stock into his own name. Request for\n                     powers of attorney from Kosciuszko and T. J. Collection of dividends from the\n                     Bank of Columbia.  [1423]","Manuscript received at Poplar Forest relates to time of T. J.'s service in\n                     Europe. Josiah Philips, Edmund Randolph, and Patrick Henry. St. George Tucker's\n                     Blackstone's Commentaries.  [2912]","Concerning Charles Bankhead's alcoholism and consequent insanity. His\n                     plantation going to ruin. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [1424]","Receipt of T. J.'s and Kosciuszko's powers of attorney. Remittance to\n                     Kosciuszko. Note forwarded to [Joseph] Milligan.  [1425]","Account.  [2913]","Jefferson writes concerning a cask of wine.","Old Virginia aristocracy preserved by entail. Wirt's  Sketches of the life and character of Patrick Henry  should not be\n                     retrenched. Quarterly reviews will attack it, but those in Edinburgh may\n                     defend. Critics will compare it with Plutarch and Nepos. Proper canons of\n                     criticism.  [2914]","Difficulties in replacing a protested bill of exchange sent to Kosciuszko.\n                     Transfer to Kosciuszko's name of his Bank of Columbia stock and government\n                     stock. Reference to Baring Brothers of London, Smith \u0026 Riddle of\n                     Richmond, and Buckley \u0026 Abbott of New York.  [1426]","Form for transfer of government stock and Bank of Columbia stock from T. J.'s\n                     name to Kosciuszko's. Bill of exchange, received from Smith \u0026 Biddle to\n                     replace one protested, on its way to Baring Brothers.  [1427]","Martin (slave) to stay at Monticello until skilled in turning wood. Health\n                     improving. Greetings from Martha Eppes.  [1428]","Will send deed.  [2915]","Jefferson authorizes Barnes to transfer to Tadeusz Kosciuszko \"all the stock of\n                     the United States standing to my credit on the books of the Treasury as well as\n                     all my shares in the Bank of Columbia.\"","Concerning T. J.'s effort to renew cordiality between James Monroe and Nicholas\n                     broken when Nicholas supported Madison for the presidency.\n                         [1429]","Orders needles.  [2916]","Cornerstone laid October 6, 1817.  [N-311, K-19]","Requests his attention to the petition of the Viscount Barziza, grandchild of\n                     Lucy Ludwell Paradise, for his share in her estate. Requests him to oppose\n                     Capt. [W. D.?] Meriwether's petition for turnpike from Rockfish Gap to Moore's\n                     Ford.  [1430]","Enclosing Barnes' account with Kosciuszko for the years 1815 and 1816, with his\n                     notes to Kosciuszko relative to the account.  [1431]","Cabell to oppose the petition to which T. J. is opposed, and attend to Count\n                     Barziza's petition. Translation of Say's Traité d'economie politique.\n                     Copy of a banking bill enclosed. Failure to increase the Literary Fund as\n                     recommended by the governor. Col. [Samuel?] Taylor author of petition from Port\n                     Royal. Appointment of Cabell as a Visitor of Central College. Difficulty in\n                     obtaining money for colleges. Possible site for the University in Staunton.\n                     References to Thomas W. Maury.  [1432]","Difficulty in changing government stock and Bank of Columbia stock to\n                     Kosciuszko's name. Encloses powers of attorney for this purpose.\n                         [1433]","Education of Francis Eppes. Martin (slave) learning to turn posts tolerably.\n                     Pleased that Eppes is returning to the U. S. Senate. References to Anne\n                     Bankhead, Martha Randolph, and Martha Eppes.  [1434]","Award by Dabney and Peter Minor, arbiters in controversy between T. J. and\n                     Frances, Lucy, and Nancy C. Henderson, minor heirs of Bennett Henderson,\n                     regarding rent on lands belonging to said minor heirs and held illegally by T.\n                     J. T. J. to pay $766.80 for rent. Receipt for amount from W. D. Meriwether,\n                     attorney for heirs. Mentions Craven Peyton, James L. Henderson, and John\n                     Henderson.  [1435]","Kosciuszko's account. Transfer of government and Bank of Columbia stock to his\n                     name completed.  [1436]","Rejection of Count Barziza's petition. Is attending to Turnpike Bill. Hewing\n                     down of mammoth bank bill. References to Thomas W. Maury, [Joseph] Milligan\n                     (bookseller), William C. Rives, Tracy's Political Economy, and Archibald\n                     Thweatt.  [1437]","Report on Turnpike Bill, bill to call a convention, bill to equalize senatorial\n                     districts (modeled after bill reported by T. J., Pendleton, and Wythe in 1779),\n                     and the University Bill. Mentions Archibald Thweatt and Charles Yancey.\n                         [1438]","Covering copy of a form required to receive interest on Kosciuszko's public\n                     stock.  [1439]","Request from Judge Peters for a model of Thomas Mann Randolph's hillside plow.\n                     Anne Bankhead's health. References to John Bankhead, Joseph C. Cabell, Captain\n                     Clarke, Thomas W. Maury, Dabney Minor, and Charles Yancey.\n                         [1440]","Letter and seeds by Bessy. University of Virginia Board of Visitors. Madison to\n                     join John Hartwell Cocke, David Watson, Joseph Carrington Cabell, and James\n                     Monroe, at Monticello.  [2917]","Has sold corn promised to T. J.  [2918]","Inclosing a copy of the National Messenger which contains two letters from\n                     President Adams to Judge [William] Cushing. Mentions T. Dalton.\n                         [1441]","Scuppernong wine. Marseilles fig, paper mulberry, and cuttings of Lombardy\n                     poplar from France. Prickly locust (Robinia hispida) and snowberry bush brought\n                     from Pacific by Capt. Lewis. Mentions gooseberry bush.\n                         [2918-a]","Sends Maine's recipe for preparation of haws found in Brown's Rural Affairs.\n                         [1442]","Jefferson returns sheets from a copy of dictionary he received from Dufief and\n                     requests the correct sheets","Road from Orange Fork near Lewis' Ferry on lands of Richard Sampson, T. J.\n                     Randolph, and T. J. to mouth of Chapel Branch. Road on Charles L. Bankhead's\n                     lands from near Charlottesville to Secretary's Ford, thence to mouth of Chapel\n                     Branch. Road from Moore's Creek to area of Colle. Committee: Joseph Coleman,\n                     Benjamin Childress, Andrew Hart, Robert McCullock, Jr., John Slaughter,\n                     Brightberry Brown, and Horsley Goodman.  [2919]","Business in Washington prevents attending Central College. Board of Visitors.\n                     Mentions Bizet. To Monticello when Board meets next.  [2920]","Asking him to superintend the building of Central College. Board of Visitors:\n                     James Madison, James Monroe, John Hartwell Cocke, Joseph C. Cabell, David\n                     Watson, and T. J. Mentions John Neilson.  [1443]","Accepts job superintending construction of Central College, with John Neilson.\n                     Plan for house for James Monroe. Gift of two books from Capt. Robert Simington,\n                     Baker's Chronicle and the History of the Holy Wars, 1684.\n                         [1444]","Inability to attend meeting of the Board of Visitors of Central College.\n                     References to Bedford and Goochland counties, Enniscorthy, John Hartwell Cocke,\n                     James Madison, and David Watson.  [1445]","Plans for reducing his debts have failed in past due to Embargo, war, and\n                     drought. Wheat and tobacco crops promising. Draft on Gibson \u0026 Jefferson\n                     will pay for drafts on Robertson in favor of Nimrod Darnell, William Miller,\n                     and Robert Miller.  [1446]","Grape slips from North Carolina for T. J. Plans to locate Francis Eppes at\n                     Richmond as superior to Lynchburg. Letter to Colonel Burton from Gen. Calvin\n                     Jones regarding the scuppernong grape. Shipment of wine by Colonel Burton\n                     through Mr. Gibson of Richmond. John Randolph's chance in the election. News of\n                     Martha Randolph and Thomas J. Randolph. Eppes obliged to give up wine and\n                     spirits.  [1447]","Account balancing wheat sent to Mitchell for flour and bacon received.\n                         [1448]","Meeting of the Board of Visitors. Mentions Enniscorthy, Joseph Cabell, James\n                     Madison, James Monroe, and David Watson.  [1449]","Payment to Mr. Burton for Scuppernong wine. Revolution in England unavoidable.\n                     Meeting of the visitors of Central College: Joseph C. Cabell, John Hartwell\n                     Cocke, T. J., James Madison, James Monroe, and David Watson. Hopes to start\n                     work in languages at Central College next spring.  [1450]","Payment to Mr. Burton for Scuppernong wine. Revolution in England unavoidable.\n                     Meeting of the visitors of Central College: Joseph C. Cabell, John Hartwell\n                     Cocke, T. J., James Madison, James Monroe, and David Watson. Hopes to start\n                     work in languages at Central College next spring.  [2921]","T. J. and John Hartwell Cocke jointly to be interim Central College Proctor.\n                     Also signed by John Hartwell Cocke, James Monroe, and James Madison.\n                         [2922]","Requesting his aid in forwarding letters to [Richard?] Terrell in Europe.\n                         [1451]","Cast of Ceracchi's bust of T. J. Plans for Central College buildings. Contains\n                     rough sketch of T. J.'s early idea for the ground plans, showing seven\n                     pavilions around an open space with grass and trees.  [1452,\n                        N-300]","Encloses letters from Kosciuszko, Baring Brothers \u0026 Co., and Buckley\n                     \u0026 Abbott. Plans for visit to Monticello delayed by arrival of his\n                     grandchildren, J. A. Duryee, a Yale graduate, and Maria Duryee. References to\n                     Timothy Dwight, Joseph Milligan, and his nephew, Samuel Milligan.\n                         [1453]","T. J. writes to Leschot, a Swiss watchmaker in Charlottesville, requesting\n                     repair of a watch belonging to his friend Louis H. Giradin and extending an\n                     invitation to dine at Monticello. ","Visit to Monticello. Books from Joseph Milligan.  [1454]","Awaits a horse or carriage to climb Monticello mountain.\n                         [1455]","Mr. Wood's school. Francis to study arithmetic using Bezout, Latin, and Greek.\n                     Greetings from Mrs. Randolph to Mrs. Eppes.  [2923]","Necessity of majority rule must be learned in Spanish America.\n                         [1456]","Belief in the strength of republican structure of the U. S. as its size grows,\n                     contrary to Montesquieu.  [1457]","Perry's agreement to do all carpenter and joiner's work on a pavilion at\n                     Central College for the same prices paid by James Madison to James Dinsmore for\n                     work at Montpellier.  [1458]","Deed to 196 3/4 acres of land one mile above Charlottesville on the Staunton\n                     Road for the use of Central College. Acknowledgment of deed by Mrs. Frances T.\n                     Perry, 7 July 1817, witnessed by Micajah Woods and William Woods.\n                         [1459]","Agreed upon Perry's site for Central College. Perry to do wood work. Chisolm to\n                     meet T. J. in Lynchburg to secure bricklayer. Hopes for subscriptions. Mentions\n                     Mr. Nelson.  [2924]","Discusses site for Central College.","Asks legal opinion on deed from Lewis to Lewis. Sends copy of Wickham's and\n                     William Wirt's opinions. Note by T. J.: Peyton is bona fide purchaser and C. L.\n                     Lewis guilty of fraud by his silence.  [1460]","Enclosing notes he has signed.  [1461]","Sale of watches for Louis Leschute, mentioning watchmakers and repairmen, Mr.\n                     Eckles and Morris Tobias of London.  [1462]","Adjustment of T. J.'s account. Mr. Wheat's report that he has seen Thurston.\n                     Thanks for his visit to Monticello.  [1463]","Benjamin Elliot's Republican address to Charleston '76 Association.\n                         [2925]","Remittance enclosed for Louis Leschute. Books from Joseph Milligan forwarded to\n                     Mr. Gray, Fredericksburg.  [1464]","Board of Visitors' meeting. Beginning of construction work at Central College.\n                     Mentions James Madison.  [1465]","Receipt of mahogany. Order for locks, handles, and bolts, to be paid for by\n                     Patrick Gibson.  [1466]","Account for the years 1814-1817. Mentions [John] Armstrong, Gales \u0026\n                     Seaton, Gibson \u0026 Jefferson, Tadeusz Kosciuszko, and Dolly Madison.\n                         [1467]","Soliciting funds for Central College. Advantages of location; general plans;\n                     personnel of Board of Visitors.  [1468]","Soliciting funds for Central College. Advantages of location; general plans;\n                     personnel of Board of Visitors.  [1468]","Mr. Fisher not paid by Mr. Dufief. Flour sales. Mentions V. W. Southall.\n                         [2926]","Introducing M. and Mme. A. F. de Laage, lately removed to Lynchburg from\n                     Charlottesville.  [1469]","Catalog of English books sold by Barrois at Paris. Subscriptions to Central\n                     College from Albemarle, Amherst, Campbell, Lancaster, Northumberland, Richmond,\n                     and Westmoreland counties. Death of Cabell's mother. Comments of T. J.'s\n                     manuscript on meteorological subjects. References to William Brent, George\n                     Cabell, John Camm, Hill Carter, Sterling Claiborne, Ellyson Currie, Thomas\n                     Eubanks, David S. Garland, Spottswood Garland, William J. Lewis, James Madison,\n                     Roderick McCullock, William Pope, Robert Rives, Mr. Ritchie, Henry St. George\n                     Tucker, Robert Walker, and Edmund Winston.  [1470]","Progress of construction at Central College. Superiority of stone-and\n                     brickworkers near Lynchburg.  [1471]","Plans advancing for college of general science, supported by public\n                     subscription and perhaps by Virginia legislature, which granted constitution\n                     and made Governor its patron. Visitors James Monroe, James Madison, Joseph C.\n                     Cabell, John Hartwell Cocke, David Watson, and T. J. Construction underway near\n                     Charlottesville on pavilion for professor of languages. To teach Greek and\n                     Latin, history and rhetoric, perhaps French, Spanish, Italian, and German. Asks\n                     Cooper to recommend person. Not common school of Yankee Latin. Classical\n                     scholars among Irish immigrants and at Dublin College. Will plan other\n                     pavilions in the future. Mathematical and physiological sciences. Offers Cooper\n                     zoology, botany, mineralogy, chemistry, anatomy, and law. Mathematician from\n                     Europe. 200-300 students expected initially. William and Marv to deteriorate to\n                     grammar school because of poor climate. Charlottesville climate ideal. Free\n                     moral and political climate compensates for brawling Presbyterian and Baptist\n                     ministers. Invites visit. Fredericksburg and Charlottesville stage to bring\n                     Cooper to Monticello, to meet Mr. Correa.  [2927]","Encloses bill for establishing a system of public education (14 pp.) and an act\n                     for establishing elementary schools (4 pp.). Remarks on legal phraseology.\n                     Lawyers' double talk compared to simple English of the ancient statutes which\n                     T. J. tried to use in 1776. Bill provides for primary schools for all at common\n                     expense, colleges spaced at convenient distances throughout the state, and as a\n                     capstone a University in the central part of the state. List of white\n                     inhabitants of the state divided into the nine collegiate districts.\n                         [1472] ,  [1486]","Returns Barrois' catalog. Requests he not be known as author of the bill for\n                     elementary schools. Has written to Christopher Clarke and Charles Johnston\n                     regarding subscriptions to Central College. Mentions [Thomas] Cooper.\n                         [1473]","Asks T. J. to appoint someone to replace John Barnes upon his death to manage\n                     financial affairs in U.S. Mentions James Madison. Comments on oppression of\n                     Poland, and government of U.S. Urges military college.\n                         [2927-a]","Present position at the University of Pennsylvania precarious because students\n                     in medicine forced to hear Dr. John R. Coxe's lectures in preference to his.\n                     Has been offered post at William and Mary which he will accept if they meet his\n                     conditions concerning his library and mineral collection. Would like to see\n                     medical school set up in Virginia, perhaps in Richmond. Mentions Burwell\n                     Bassett and John Augustine Smith.  [1474]","Will write as soon as he can give decision about offer of professorship at\n                     Central College. Discusses Destutt de Tracy' Eléments\n                     d'idéologie, which Maclure imported for [Joseph C.?] Cabell.\n                         [1475]","Recommending European wines. Offers letters to Cathalan, Consul at Marseilles,\n                     and Appleton, Consul at Leghorn. Mentions Capt. Bernard Peyton as importer.\n                     Describes Roussillon, Hermitage, Florence, and Claret of Marseilles wines.\n                         [2927-b]","No reply from Varro in Frankfort, Ky. Discusses possibility of accepting\n                     professorship at Central College. Filling of other faculty posts at the\n                     college. Has refused position at William and Mary. Possibility of medical\n                     college at Richmond. Mentions Correa da Serra and Burwell Bassett.\n                         [1476]","Hopes he will accept offer at Central College. Correa da Serra and Robert Walsh\n                     will be in Charlottesville.  [1477]","Subscriptions for Central College not encouraging in Petersburg. Recommends a\n                     lottery. War taxes, prematurely ended, might have been applied to the Literary\n                     Fund.  [1478]","Unable to visit T. J. because of work on lectures and correcting press for\n                     William Wirt's Life of Patrick Henry. Refusal of position at William and Mary.\n                     Classical tutor for Central College. Mentions Mr. Sanders [Robert Saunders?] of\n                     Williamsburg.  [1479]","Visits by relatives, Mr. Burton, Mr. Lane, and families, illness among slaves,\n                     and pressure of the tobacco crop prevent his visiting T. J. Will subscribe to\n                     Central College. Plans for Francis to attend in the spring. His own illness.\n                     References to Ellen. Cornelia. and Martha Randolph.  [1480]","Corn sales.  [2928]","Cornerstone being laid at Central College. Urges that David Knight leave at\n                     once for his work.  [1481]","Front and side elevations.  [N-307, K-3]","Delay in arriving at Board of Visitors meeting due to the meeting of the\n                     Association for an Agricultural Society. References to John Hartwell Cocke,\n                     James Madison, James Monroe, Judge [Archibald?] Stewart, and David Watson.\n                         [1482]","Calls meeting of Board of Visitors to consider letter from Thomas Cooper.\n                     Mentions James Madison and James Monroe. Note from Cabell and Cocke to Watson\n                     on same sheet suggesting change in time of Agricultural Society Meeting.\n                         [1483]","Plan for schools and colleges throughout the state of Virginia. Copy of\n                     membership list of Cincinnati left at Monticello. John Wayles Eppes endeavoring\n                     to secure subscribers at Buckingham Court House. Advises delay on the report to\n                     the Agricultural Society. Mentions John Hartwell Cocke, Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., and Arthur Young's Annals.  [1484]","Dupont de Nemours' treatise worth publishing; suggests Robert Walsh publish it\n                     in his American Register. Discusses translation of French passage. Correa da\n                     Serra to live in Washington with Walsh. Thomas Cooper and George Ticknor\n                     possible professors at Central College. Hopes legislature will select Central\n                     College as site of University.  [1485]","Plan for a system of education \"within the compass of our funds.\" Refuses to\n                     sacrifice public good for local interest by including petty academies and\n                     colleges throughout the state in his plans. Progress of construction at Central\n                     College slow. Mentions [William Cabell] Rives.  [1486]","Withholds his decision regarding Central College position. If lectures can be\n                     arranged with Dr. John R. Coxe, may stay at University of Pennsylvania. Asks\n                     about classical tutor, Stack, formerly of Carlisle College, known by William\n                     Duane. Recommends an Irishman formerly employed by Robert Patterson, as best\n                     mathematician in United States. James Semple, Rector of William and Mary\n                     College, has sent notice of election to professorship of chemistry, despite his\n                     declining.  [1487]","T. J.'s draft in favor of Mr. Southall and drafts for taxes in Albemarle and in\n                     Bedford will be paid by flour sent to Richmond by Mr. Colclaser, one of T. J.'s\n                     mill tenants.  [1488]","Has watch from Leschot for Martha Eppes. Recommends all repair be done by\n                     Leschot. Recommends Monroe's plan for militia. Wisdom of economy and clearing\n                     of debts in time of peace.  [1489]","Flour. No cotton.  [2929]","Renewal of his note by the Bank of Virginia. Flour being shipped for T. J. by\n                     Mr. Colclaser in the hands of [Bernard] Peyton.  [1490]","Recommending Thomas Eston Randolph for the office of Postmaster, Richmond,\n                     replacing Dr. [William] Foushee.  [1491]","Will accept William and Mary offer renewed by Mr. Brown unless Central College\n                     can offer salary the following spring.  [1492]","Flour sales to E. Williams and Joseph A. Weed. Reports from England of rise in\n                     flour prices stir local market. Note renewed in U.S. Bank.\n                         [2931]","Enquires about classics position offered him at Central College. Would prefer\n                     mathematics chair. Sends notice of Greek-English lexicon by Gilbert Wakefield.\n                     Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [1493]","Agreement with David Knight for work at Central College to be paid for by draft\n                     on Alexander Garrett. Mentions Samuel J. Harrison.  [1494]","Johnson's delay in shipment of T. J.'s flour.[  1495]","Unless salary assured from Central College from April next, must accept William\n                     and Mary offer.  [1496]","Will make survey.  [2932]","Hopes Philadelphia students can have option to attend his lectures so he can\n                     remain at University of Pennsylvania until Central College ready. Might arrange\n                     for professorship of physical sciences to start sooner than planned to\n                     accommodate him. No one near Lynchburg remembers Stack. Plans to have\n                     distinguished professors from Edinburgh for Central College.\n                         [1497]","Letter to Wood was from self and not from Visitors of Central College.\n                     Understood his answer as refusal of classics professorship. Plans to procure\n                     professors from Europe. Thanks for information on Gilbert Wakefield's\n                     Greek-English Lexicon.  [1498]","Notes on the land lines of Poplar Forest. Survey of roads from Campbell Court\n                     House to Poplar Forest.  [1499, N-267]","Subscriptions to Central College from [Henry St. George?] Tucker and John\n                     Coalter. Plan for primary schools throughout the state. Opposition to Central\n                     College from Federalists, bigots, members of the Society of Cincinnati, and\n                     from friends of Washington College at Lexington. William and Mary people are\n                     liberal. References to Judge Brooke, John W. Green, Armistead Holmes, Chapman\n                     Johnson, and Edward Watts.  [1500]","Accepts professorship of chemistry, mineralogy, philosophy, and law beginning\n                     following summer. Trustees of University of Pennsylvania rejected proposals to\n                     share John R. Coxe's students. William and Mary has elected Hare to post\n                     offered to Cooper. Adam Seybert, Mr. Cloud, or Zaccaheus Collins will value his\n                     mineral collection before shipment. Relative merits of Edinburgh, Oxford,\n                     Cambridge, Eton, Westminster, Harrow, and Winchester as sources of faculty.\n                     Lauds advice of Sir William Jones on translating foreign languages. Mr. Stack\n                     now at Centerville, Md.  [1501]","Accepts post at Central College. Confirms his letter of yesterday sent to\n                     Poplar Forest.  [1502]","University business","University business","John leaves in morning. Purchases, including corn, from Mr. Higginbotham, Mr.\n                     Bankhead, and John Flagg. Turkeys, coopers, carpenter. Payment received from\n                     Gibson \u0026 Jefferson. Apologizes for questioning T. J.'s judgment on\n                     interest due. Canal work.  [2933]","Estimate for making and laying bricks at Central College. Mentions Samuel J .\n                     Harrison.  [1503]","Flour sold to Robert K. Jones.  [2935]","Jefferson's ideas regarding the bill providing for the establishment of primary\n                     schools, academies, colleges, and a university. Discussion of whether education\n                     should be compulsory.  [1504]","Forwards for his approval copy of report of Visitors of Central College to\n                     Governor of Virginia. Plan for a general scheme of education, ward schools,\n                     colleges, one university. Urges conciliation of Charles Fenton Mercer, author\n                     of rival plan.  [1505]","Goods from Norfolk by Mr. Gilmore.  [2936]","Proposal for plastering at Central College.  [1506]","Subscriptions and donations to Central College. Report of the Visitors to the\n                     Governor. General education bill for Virginia. Thomas Cooper has accepted\n                     position at Central College.  [1507]","High wages of bricklayers in Lynchburg. Asks Richmond prices. Reply must be\n                     immediate so he can answer Matthew Brown of Lynchburg.  [1508]","Brickwork at Central College. Mentions David Knight.  [1509]","Returns letters of Messrs. [James C.?] Picket[t] and Albert Gallatin. Reference\n                     to [Richard?] Terrell.  [1510]","Brothers urge move to Missouri. Asks salary increase. Compares own to overseers\n                     of James Monroe, Tufton, Mr. Higginbotham, Mr. Burnley.  [2937]","Opposition by members of the Society of Cincinnati to Central College,\n                     preferring to give funds to Washington College. Presbyterians oppose because T.\n                     J. is an infidel. Opposition in the Assembly to setting up a system of public\n                     education in Virginia. Encloses copy of letter sent to Robert Scott, Chairman\n                     of Committee for Schools and Colleges  [1504] . Site for the\n                     University. Report on the Literary Fund. References to Francis T. Brooke,\n                     William Cabell, John Coalter, Thomas Cooper, Mr. Garrett, Chapman Johnson,\n                     Wilson C. Nicholas, [Alfred H.?] Powell, Spencer Roane, Henry Tucker, and\n                     Edward Watts.  [1511]","Death of General Kosciuszko.  [1512]","Report of the Visitors of Central College to the Governor. Subscriptions.\n                     Delays writing to Edinburgh until the legislature acts. Recommends  Dr. Cooper's  appointment to the chairs of\n                     physiology and law, but suspension of those functions at first and allowing him\n                     to teach languages.  [1513]","Requests information regarding lands of Mr. Poinsot des Essarts. Report\n                     [regarding Central College] sent to Mr. Madison.  [1514]","Mr. Short's reconveyance of Indian Camp lands to Higginbotham.\n                         [2938]","Contracts for brickwork. Mentions Matthew Brown, Clifton Harris.\n                         [1515]","This is an early study for Pavilion VII, the first building erected. It shows\n                     an elevation of the pavilion with adjacent dormitories and Chinese railings,\n                     and plans of the first and second floors. On back is an early study of the Lawn\n                     showing nine identical paviliions; the specifications begin: \"The walls of the\n                     Pavilion are 116 feet running measure.\" See N-23.  [N-309, K-5, verso is\n                        Kb]","Drawn by Dr. William Thornton.  [N-303, N-352; K-212, K-Pl. 16]","One of three variants.  [N-305, K-1]","One of three variants.  [N-306, K-2]","[N-308, K-4]","Drawn by Dr. William Thornton. Edmund S. Campbell thought this might be the\n                     source of the design for Old Sweet Springs, Berkeley, West Virginia.\n                         [N-310, K-6]","[N-314]","While decorative, the walls are not particularly strong.\n                         [N-315]","Copies of the minutes belonging to James Breckinridge. Some of the notes date\n                     from 1814, with the minutes of the Trustees of Albemarle Academy. (See\n                     \"Bibliography of Unprinted Official Records\" in sixth Annual Report of the\n                     Archivist, Univ. of Va., 1935-36).  [1517-c]","Official minutes of the University of Virginia Board of Visitors, kept by T. J.\n                     as Rector from 1817-1826. The earlier notes are signed by T. J. and other\n                     members of the Board, Joseph C. Cabell, John Hartwell Cocke, James Madison,\n                     James Monroe, and David Watson. Members of the Board in later years who did not\n                     sign: James Breckenridge, Chapman Johnson, George Loyall, and Robert B. Taylor.\n                     The University of Virginia also owns preliminary notes made by T. J. for later\n                     copying (35 pp.), as well as the copies of the minutes belonging to Joseph C.\n                     Cabell, John Hartwell Cocke, James Monroe, and James Breckenridge. Some of the\n                     notes date from 1814, with the minutes of the Trustees of Albemarle Academy.\n                     The minutes after the spring meeting of 1826 (pp. 107-185) in this volume are\n                     in the hand of the Secretary of the Board, Nicholas P. Trist. (See  Bibliography of Unprinted Official Records  in\n                     sixth  Annual Report of the Archivist,  University\n                     of Virginia, 1935-36).  [1517]","Copies of the minutes belonging to Joseph Carrington Cabell. Some of the notes\n                     date from 1814, with the minutes of the Trustees of Albemarle Academy. The\n                     notes for 1826 March 4 and 5 (2 pp.) have interlineations in T. J.'s hand. (See\n                     \"Bibliography of Unprinted Official Records\" in sixth Annual Report of the\n                     Archivist, Univ. of Va., 1935-36).  [1517-a]","Copies of the minutes belonging to John Hartwell Cocke. Some of the notes date\n                     from 1814, with the minutes of the Trustees of Albemarle Academy. (See\n                     \"Bibliography of Unprinted Official Records\" in sixth Annual Report of the\n                     Archivist, Univ. of Va., 1935-36).  [1517-b]","Pocket memorandum book containing specifications, ink drawings, and other data\n                     used and compiled by T. J. while directing the construction of the University\n                     of Virginia (Central College until 1819). Description of proposed buildings,\n                     style of architecture, measurements, materials to be used, and the amount of\n                     brick or stone required. Specification book dated on cover July 18, 1819.\n                         [1518, N-317, N-318]","In folder with other fragments: financial figures (N-327.1), one 3\" x 5 3/4\",\n                     giving dimensions for \"Perry's Houses\" (N-327.2), cost per acres (N-327.3),\n                     forms (N-327.4), the Rotunda in relation to the road (N-327.5), and a plat of\n                     land with area (N-327.6).  [1516, 2938-a, N-327]","Encloses copy of report of the Board of Visitors to the governor. Requests\n                     their approval of Thomas Cooper's appointment to physiological professorship,\n                     with an ad interim appointment to the classical school. Bricklayers' terms.\n                     Subscriptions. Enclosure: estimate of the objects of application of Central\n                     College funds.  [1519]","Encloses letter from Major Christopher Tompkins regarding the price of\n                     bricklaying for Central College. Essay in the Enquirer by Mr. Giles. Prospects\n                     not good for the general education bill. Receipt of the papers of Poinsot des\n                     Essarts. Information regarding subscriptions to Central College from William\n                     Brent, Mr. Currie, and Creed Taylor. References to Wilson C. Nicholas, James P.\n                     Preston, Mr. Brown (bricklayer), and Mr. Night (bricklayer).\n                         [1520]","Report to the governor of Virginia, concerning the progress and prospects of\n                     Central College. Financial report. Copy sent to James Monroe for his approval.\n                         [1521]","Pleased by Cooper's acceptance of physiological professorship. Cooper to open\n                     classical school in July. Plan to establish additional professorships when\n                     funds permit.  [1522]","Enjoyed John Playfair's presentation of mathematical history; asks him to print\n                     unedited Destutt de Tracy manuscript,  Principes\n                        logiques,  in the  American Register. Dr. Cooper's  acceptance of Central\n                     College post. Invitation to visit Monticello with Correa da Serra.\n                         [1523]","Application for professorship of oriental literature, German, and Hebrew.\n                     Enclosure: prospectus for the first American edition of Van der Hooght's Hebrew\n                     Bible.  [1524]","Financing a general education system for Virginia.  [1525]","Financial aid for Central College from the legislature.  [1526]","Central College subscriptions.  [1527]","Search regarding land will be carried out for T. J. in the Register's Office.\n                     Copy of the Report of the Visitors circulated in the Assembly. Copy of T. J.'s\n                     letters regarding primary schools given to Robert Scott, Chairman of the\n                     Committee on Schools and Colleges. Motion to move the capital. Opposition to\n                     Central College by the Washington College people. Recommends that William\n                     Brent, John T. Brooke, John Hartwell Cocke, and George Poindexter run for the\n                     Assembly. Bank loan being negotiated. Recommends annuity from the Literary Fund\n                     as best income for Central College. Encloses note from Chancellor Creed Taylor\n                     regarding T. J.'s proposed system of public education. References to Jesse W.\n                     Garth, James Madison, Robert Mallory, Dabney Minor, and James Monroe.\n                         [1528]","Disappointment in the bill reported by the Committee of Schools and Colleges.\n                     Visitors will be personally responsible for a bank loan to Central College.\n                     Movement of seat of government from Richmond to the West postponed.\n                         [1529]","Death of Caspar Wistar may change situation at University of Pennsylvania,\n                     since Dr. John R. Coxe wishes to take materia medica chair.\n                         [1530]","To the President of the Bank of Virginia, covering reports by the Visitors of\n                     Central College, given to enable the bank to judge the merits of a loan sought\n                     in anticipation of subscriptions.  [1531]","Agreeing to lend money to Central College for 60 days with renewal of notes\n                     possible.  [1532]  Originally enclosed in\n                         [1534]","Fears failure of general education bill for Virginia. Requests T. J. to draw\n                     bill for annuity from Literary Fund for endowment of professorships. Inquires\n                     with regard to Des Essarts' land patents. References to Robert Scott, Samuel\n                     Taylor, and [George J.] Davison.  [1533]","Loan offered by John Brockenbrough, President of the Bank of Virginia, better\n                     than can be obtained from Benjamin Hatcher of the Farmer's Bank. Necessity for\n                     the Visitors to sign the notes as individuals. References to Wilson C. Nicholas\n                     and David Watson.  [1534]","Inquiries regarding Poinsot des Essarts' land patents. Back-country opposition\n                     to T. J.'s general education bill. Opposition to Central College from friends\n                     of Lexington and Staunton. Recommends selection of men such as General [John\n                     George] Jackson in the Northwest of Virginia and William Burwell from the\n                     Southwest. References to Mr. Johnson, General Kosciuszko, and Peter Carr.\n                         [1535]","Laments death of Dr. Caspar Wistar. Engagement with Central College will not\n                     prevent Cooper's accepting better position at Pennsylvania caused by vacancy.\n                         [1536]","T. J.'s letter published in the Enquirer to help the general education bill,\n                     omitting T. J.'s estimate of the large amount of money necessary. Reference to\n                     William Cabell, Wilson C. Nicholas, and Lewis Somers (i.e., Summers).\n                         [1537]","Interest of the Wayles estate in Byrd's Lottery.  [1538]","Introducing Lewis Summers of Kanawha County.  [1539]","Enquiries regarding Poinsot des Essarts' land. Failure of T. J.'s general\n                     education bill, with only a small appropriation for education of the poor, due\n                     to interests from Lexington and Staunton and to the Presbyterians, aided by a\n                     junto from the middle country delegation (Charles Yancey, Thomas Miller, Robert\n                     Mallory, and Charles Everett). Possibility of an appropriation for Central\n                     College. References to Francis T. Brooke, Dabney Carr, John W. Green, Thomas\n                     Hill, and Chapman Johnson.  [1540]","Regrets his \"intermedling\" in the education bill. Subscriptions for Central\n                     College. Requests all of Board of Visitors to visit him whenever near\n                     Monticello to help make decisions between formal meetings.\n                         [1541]","Central College subscriptions. Mentions Mr. Baker, Thomas Jefferson Randolph,\n                     and George Skipwith.  [1542]","Inability to collect any subscriptions or to subscribe himself to the Central\n                     College fund.  [1543]","Bill providing for education of poor, an appropriation for the University, and\n                     the setting up of the Rockfish Gap Commission passed the Senate.\n                         [1544]","Expects an opening at University of Pennsylvania. Appreciative of Central\n                     College's liberal conduct. Medical faculty has recommended Augustine Smith of\n                     Williamsburg for Wistar's post. Plans to come to Virginia with Correa da Serra.\n                         [1545]","Passage of the Rockfish Gap Bill. Asks T. J. to serve as a commissioner.\n                     Appointments in the hands of the president and directors of the Literary Fund,\n                     three fifths of whom are from beyond the mountains. Urges immediate work on\n                     buildings of Central College because of opposition from Federalists,\n                     Presbyterian clergy, and the entire back country. Mentions James Madison.\n                         [1546]","Subscriptions to Central College.  [1547]","James Madison will serve on Rockfish Gap Commission. Thinks it better for\n                     Cabell to serve rather than himself.  [1548]","Selection of members of the Rockfish Gap Commission. Visit to Monticello.\n                         [1550]","Recommends Francis Eppes II be sent to Mr. Dasheel (Dashiell?) in New London,\n                     Va., until Central College opens. Birth of a sixth grandson. Patsy doing well.\n                     Plans for meeting Francis.  [1551]","Rivalry between Washington College, Rockbridge College, and Central College as\n                     to the site for the University. Offer by a Mr. Robinson of Lexington to leave\n                     his estate to the University if located there. Requests T. J. to urge Wilson J.\n                     Cary, John Hartwell Cocke, Randolph Harrison, and Washington Trueheart to serve\n                     in House of Delegates as friends of Central College. References to John Wayles\n                     Eppes.  [1552]","Requests information for a biography of Tadeusz Kosciuszko to be written by Mr.\n                     Gullien. Administration of General Kosciuszko's estate.  [1553]","Requests information for a biography of Tadeusz Kosciuszko to be written by Mr.\n                     Gullien. Administration of General Kosciuszko's estate.","Covers Mr. Lightfoot's letter requesting a favor of T. J.\n                         [1554]","Returning a letter to T. J. Mentions a letter to [Richard?] Terrell.\n                         [1555]","Lending Jefferson a copy of the Oxford and Cambridge guide.\n                         [1556]","Previous inquests established that T. J.'s dam above Shadwell mill not harmful,\n                     or infringement of public rights. An aid to navigation, already did most of\n                     Rivanna Company's work by getting through South West mountains. Company built\n                     locks above mill, interfering with its water supply, and placed toll house near\n                     mill. Directors profiting at T. J.'s expense. Mentions Albemarle Co., Milton,\n                     Moore's ford, Secretary's ford, Sandy Falls, Potomac River, James River,\n                     Rappahannock River, Peter Jefferson, Thomas Mann Randolph, Peter Minor, John\n                     Brown, and directors George Divers, William D. Meriwether, Nimrod Bramham,\n                     Dabney Minor, and John Kelly. Appended letter, copy 1817 July 23, George\n                     Divers, Farmington, to T. J. claiming overriding rights of canal company.\n                     Appended document, copy, 1817 August 7, T. J. approves insertion of above\n                     letter. Appended document, copy, 1818 April 7, Rivanna Company claims\n                     precedence. T. J. cannot include Rivanna River as his property. Mentions Ray's\n                     ford, Stuart \u0026 Coalter, Richard Sampson, Richard Farrar and Mr.\n                     Henderson. Copies certified by N. H. Lewis and William S. Eskridge.\n                         [2939]","Urges him to try for the legislature rather than the cul-de-sac, William and\n                     Mary College. Visit of Correa da Serra and Thomas Cooper.\n                         [1557]","Letter from James Madison to Thomas Jefferson submitting his first donation for \n              founding the \"Central College,\" which would become the University of Virginia. \n              Docketed in Jefferson's hand on verso, \"Madison Ja., Montpellier [missing text on margin] \n              recd M [missing text on margin]\".\n               Item record. [ViU-2023-0005]","Letter at Flood's. To Monticello. Mr. Dashiell will board Francis. Greek of\n                     Xenophon's Cyropaedia preferable to Lucian. Mr. Yancey can get books at\n                     Cotton's in Lynchburg. Bezout and Euclid. Francis to sleep alone to avoid itch\n                     common at Dr. Carr's school. Subscription papers for Central College. Literary\n                     Fund and University.  [2940]","Jefferson orders \"2 canteens of best spirits.\"","Requests private settlement of his share of Bennett Henderson estate, which his\n                     brother James L. Henderson deeded to Craven Peyton while Bennett H. Henderson\n                     was a minor. William D. Meriwether has full power of attorney.\n                         [1557a]","Requests procuring of a workman, Mr. Jones, to examine slate quarries and to\n                     work at Central College.  [1558]","Covering a letter for [Richard?] Terrell.  [1559]","Requesting instructions for bricklayers.  [1560]","Choice for chemistry chair to he made soon at University of Pennsylvania. Sends\n                     syllabus of lectures.  [1561]","Applies for work as painter, glazier at University.  [1562]","Rates to be charged on Mr. A. S. Brockenbrough's \"new houses\" (Central College\n                     buildings).  [1563]","Excuses for not being able to dine with T. J.  [1564]","Land in West. Mentions Mr. Randolph.  [2941]","Enclosing a letter to [Richard?] Terrell.  [1565]","Transfers Central College lands and properties in Albemarle County to Literary\n                     Fund for benefit of University of Virginia as permitted by act of\n                     Legislature.","Transfers Central College lands and properties in Albemarle County to Literary\n                     Fund for benefit of University of Virginia as permitted by act of Legislature.\n                     Witnessed by Frank Carr, James Leitch, James Brown, and Alexander Garrett,\n                     Clerk of Albemarle County Court.  [2942]","Plows. No payment from Mr. Randolph. Payment from Mr. Dawson.\n                         [2943]","Sends by his brother William the signatures of Central College subscribers in\n                     Nelson County, agreeing to the conveyance of the property of Central College to\n                     the Commonwealth of Virginia, if the University of Virginia is located on the\n                     site of the college.  [1566]","T. J.'s preliminary draft of the Rockfish Gap Report. Importance of education\n                     to the general welfare. Curriculum for the University. Calculation of center of\n                     population to prove that Central College is the proper site for the University.\n                         [1567]","Undated formal expression of leave-taking, thanking them for acknowledging his\n                     feeble services and for the spirit of order and harmony of the board.\n                         [1568]","Wine sent to Richmond. Sends bill of lading.  [2944]","Recommendations for William Phillips, bricklayer.  [1569]","Requests him to remind Mr. Jefferson that if college at Charlottesville is to\n                     have same standing as Harvard, Yale, Princeton, it will need professor of\n                     oriental literature.  [1570]","Observations regarding Central College post. Assuming he is to hold chairs of\n                     experimental philosophy, chemistry, mineralogy, and law, asks questions\n                     regarding: apparatus, defraying expense of experiments, private tutoring,\n                     living quarters for family, vacation, salary, cost of moving.\n                         [1571]","Answers Cooper's questions of 3 October, under the assumption that Central\n                     College is chosen as the University of Virginia.  [1572]","Salary offered at Central College unsatisfactory. Injustice done T. J. by\n                     George Ord in his life of Alexander Wilson in Wilson's Ornithology. Mentions\n                     Correa da Serra.  [1573]","Pleasure at T. J.'s return to health. Plans for Francis Eppes' education.\n                     Payment of his subscription to the Central College fund. References to Mr.\n                     Dashiell, a teacher, and to Mr. Baker.  [1574]","T. J. note to Edmund Bacon.  [2945]","Invitation to Warminster; urges him not to tax his health.\n                         [1575]","Libelous statements in Ord's preface to Wilson's Ornithology, regarding T. J.'s\n                     refusal to send Wilson on Pike's expedition. Requests inquiry by Dearborn as to\n                     why Stuart has detained T. J.'s portrait. Mentions explorations by Lewis and\n                     Clark, William Dunbar, and Thomas Freeman. Mentions James Wilkinson.\n                         [1576]","Madison reports he is glad to learn from James Monroe that Jefferson is\n                     recovering from an attack \"your health suffered beyond the mountains\" and\n                     regrets that he is unable to attend meetings of the Board of Visitors or the\n                     Albemarle Agricultural Society.","Deed for land in Albemarle County, near Charlottesville, for Central College.\n                     Approved by T. J.  [1577]","Report on the qualities of tin roofing at Central College.\n                         [1578]","Illness prevents visit to Monticello. Rockfish Gap Report. Reason why he cannot\n                     make the trip to Europe for the college. Possibility he may run for the House\n                     of Representatives. Information regarding the hill for locating the University.\n                     Mentions [Samuel] Carr, Isaac Coles, William F. Gordon, Spencer Roane, Francis\n                     T. Brooke.  [1579]","Cost of pine shingling calculated by Dinsmore and John M. Perry.\n                         [1580]","Letter to the Speaker of the Senate containing Rockfish Gap Report. Necessity\n                     for special agent to secure in Europe professors for Central College.\n                         [1581]","T. J.'s ill health. Approval of the present French Constitution. Discounts\n                     reports of aggression in Florida. Prospects for Mr. Poirey's claims for\n                     compensation for services during the Revolution. Copy of translation of Destutt\n                     de Tracy's work on political economy.  [1582]","Progress of the Rockfish Gap Report in the General Assembly. Attitudes of the\n                     William and Mary and Lexington interests. Cabell's health. References to Samuel\n                     Carr, William F. Gordon, Samuel Taylor, and Philip R. Thompson.\n                         [1583]","Progress of the bill to decide the site of the University. Prospects of Central\n                     College. Report of T. J.'s authorship of the bill gives appearance of\n                     dictation. References to Linn Banks, Samuel Taylor, and Robert T. Thompson.\n                         [1584]","Central College fixed as the site of the University in the bill reported to the\n                     House of Delegates. Combination of western delegates opposed to Central\n                     College. Publication of T. J.'s calculation of the center of population based\n                     on census of 1810. References to Wilson C. Nicholas and William Cabell.\n                         [1585]","Senator Davidson [Davison?] of Clarksburg in favor of Central College.\n                         [1586]","Offers services as bricklayer, brickmaker to college.  [1587]","Delay of the University bill. Opposition from friends of William and Marv, who\n                     demand $5000 per annum for William and Mary as price of their concurrence, from\n                     those who wish education left to individual enterprise, and from those who wish\n                     Literary Fund devoted to the poor. Various methods of calculating the center of\n                     population. References to the Edinburgh Review, William S. Archer, James\n                     Hunter, Chapman Johnson, Francis Preston, Adam Smith, Dugald Stewart, and\n                     Colonel Tatham.  [1588]","Bill for taxes on 4000 acres of land, 53 slaves, and 16 horses. Paid by Joel\n                     Yancey, T. J.'s overseer; receipted by Joseph D. Stratton, Deputy to Joel\n                     Leftwich, Sheriff.  [1589]","Elevation and three plans, one with alternate flap. Specifications on back. On\n                     September 30, 1821, Jefferson wrote to John Hartwell Cocke that \"Pavilions\n                     Number 3 and 7 undertaken in 1817 and 1818, Numbers 2,4,5,9 finished. 17 marble\n                     caps from Italy No. 2,3,5,8. No. 1,6,8,10 not finished.\"  [N-316,\n                        K-15]","The University of Virginia Library also has a copy made by N. P. Trist,\n                     September 27, 1827 (Ink. Paper CW. 7 3/4 x 10 in.).  [N-371]","Two plats of land containing 153 acres and 92 1/1 acres of land bounded by Three Chopped Road and Wheeler' Road were surveyed\n              by William Woods as the site of Central College (University of Virginia). \n               Item record.\n              ","Mentions Monticello, Potomac River, Willis's Mountain, and Blue Ridge\n                     Mountains.  [2946]","Bill to make Central College the University of Virginia. Board of Visitors to\n                     erect, preserve, and repair buildings, appoint faculty and staff, prescribe the\n                     course of education, and establish rules of government and discipline.\n                         [1590]","Madison has postponed returning two documents because he knew T. J. would not\n                     return from Bedford \"till about a week before the day of assembling at\n                     Rockfish.\" Presumably in reference to the Commission to Fix the Site of the\n                     University of Virginia, a.k.a. the Rockfish Gap Commission.","Income: subscriptions, glebe lands, and annual endowment. Costs: land purchases\n                     from John M. Perry and [W. D.?] Garth, wages, salaries, bricks.\n                         [1591]","Letter of introduction for Monsieur Calvo who wishes to apply for position at\n                     Central College.  [1592]","Center of white population in Virginia, calculated to determine best site for\n                     the University.  [1593]","Applies for position as amanuensis or humble servant in any capacity.\n                         [1594]","Acknowledges receipt of [Rockfish Gap] Report. Workmen for the University. T.\n                     J.'s health. Mentions William Short and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.\n                         [1595]","Recommendation of Dabney Cosby, bricklayer.  [1596]","Cabell's labors in the General Assembly on behalf of the University Bill. T.\n                     J.'s health. References to John Brockenbrough, Chancellor John W. Green, Thomas\n                     C. Holmes, W. C. Nicholas, Mr. Pannel, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Spencer\n                     Roane, Mr. Slaughter, John Taliaferro, Samuel Taylor, Chancellor [Creed]\n                     Taylor, and Philip Thompson.  [1597]","Recommendation of Dabney Cosby, bricklayer.  [1598]","Acknowledging receipt of Tracy's Political Economy and of the Rockfish Gap\n                     Report. Inquiry about T. J.'s health.  [1599]","University Bill passes the House of Delegates with Central College fixed as the\n                     site. Various methods of determining the center of population favor Central\n                     College. Cabell's recent illness. References to Briscoe G. Baldwin, Dabney\n                     Carr, Armistead Holmes, and James Hunter.  [1600]","Progress of the University Bill in the Senate. Bill to connect the eastern and\n                     western waters. Cabell's ill-health. References to Judge John Coalter, George\n                     Hay, Armistead Holmes, Chapman Johnson, Alfred Powell, John Taliaferro, and\n                     Philip Thompson.  [1602]","T. J. writes to Cooper informing him of favorable action by the Delegates in\n                     passing the bill to establish the University of Virginia and notes that he\n                     counts on Cooper in the spring.","Duties of Proctor of Central College. Nelson Barksdale suited for part of\n                     duties, but Alexander Garrett recommends Duke for other duties. To begin when\n                     Legislature approves University. See item 1601, 1819 January 20.\n                         [2947]","Requesting him to come to Monticello because of business of extreme urgency.\n                         [1604]","Trip to the West. Market wagon.  [2948]","Passage of the University Bill. Cabell's illness. References to John Coalter,\n                     Chapman Johnson, and Edward Watts.  [1603]","James Dinsmore agrees to work by Latrobe's price book. Passage of University\n                     Bill in Senate.  [1605]","Asks for recommendation to assist his application for employment at Central\n                     College.  [1606]","Passage of the University Bill. Need for extensive funds to execute the plan.\n                         [1607]","Recommends George Watson as anatomy professor; list of trustees of University\n                     of Pennsylvania who might recommend him. Success of the University Bill. Need\n                     for further funds. Recommends Dabney Cosby as mechanic. Appropriation of money\n                     for primary schools. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Francis Gilmer.\n                         [1608]","Salary offered by Visitors too small; will hold decision for final offer.\n                     Important law suit pending in United States Circuit Court prevents leaving in\n                     October.  [1609]","Advises against moving now for the derelict portion of the School Fund. Copy of\n                     reports on the navigation of the James and on connection of eastern and western\n                     waters. Sketch of services rendered by the following friends of the University:\n                     William Brockenbrough, William H. Brodnax, Francis T. Brooke, Samuel Carr, John\n                     Coalter, [Francis W.?] Gilmer (author of essays signed \"a Virginian\"), John W.\n                     Green, George Hay, Armistead Holmes, Garrett Minor, Wilson C. Nicholas, George\n                     Nicholson, Mr. Pannel, the Rev. Mr. Rice (author of essay signed \"Crito\"), Mr.\n                     Ritchie, Judge Spencer Roane, James Robertson, JF., Mr. Scott, Captain\n                     Slaughter, Mr. Stannard, John Taliaferro, Chancellor [Creed] Taylor, Philip\n                     Thompson. Mentions also William S. Archer, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and James\n                     Madison. (Thirteen lines made illegible, probably prior to publication of N. F.\n                     Cabell's book).  [1610]","Recommendation of Dabney Cosby for work at University of Virginia.\n                         [1611]","Revenue of the Literary Fund not equal to appropriations.\n                         [1612]","T. J.'s commission as Visitor of the University of Virginia.\n                         [1613]","Appointment of James Breckenridge, Joseph Cabell, John Hartwell Cocke, Chapman\n                     Johnson, James Madison, and Robert B. Taylor as Visitors of the University of\n                     Virginia. Cabell's health. Untrue report that Cabell is to go to Europe to seek\n                     professors. Advises delay in opening the University until sufficient buildings\n                     are ready. References to Samuel Taylor, Armistead Holmes, [Samuel] Carr, and\n                     Henry St. George Tucker.  [1614]","Contract for sculpture (marble columns) to be done at the University of\n                     Virginia.  [1615]","Pleasure at choice of the Visitors: James Breckenridge, Robert B. Taylor, John\n                     Hartwell Cocke, Cabell, Chapman Johnson, James Madison, and T. J. Construction\n                     to be undertaken at University. Mentions Thomas Cooper.  [1616]","Inviting Cocke to travel with him to the Board of Visitors' meeting at James\n                     Madison's. Mentions Joseph Cabell, Colonel Lindsay, and David Watson.\n                         [1617]","Meeting of the Board of Visitors of University; appointment of  Dr. Cooper  one of great delicacy and\n                     importance; recommends delay in opening until several eminent professors are\n                     secured. Difficulties in securing adequate funds from the Assembly. References\n                     to James Breckenridge, John Hartwell Cocke, Isaac Coles, James Madison, Robert\n                     B. Taylor, and David Watson.  [1618]","Draft on Hollins in favor of Thomas Perkins, drawn for account of T. J.\n                     (Expenses incurred for the Raggi Brothers in purchase of marble for\n                     University).  [1619]","Appointment as Visitor of University.  [2949]","Submits for comment his pamphlets on the opening of the Liverpool Botanic\n                     Gardens, and on penal jurisprudence and the reformation of criminals. Mentions\n                     his life of Leo the Tenth, and Beccaria's Essay on Crimes and Punishments.\n                         [2950]","Originally enclosed in  [1620],  1819, March 1.","Report to the Governor and Council of the Board of Visitors meeting. Progress\n                     of negotiations with Thomas Cooper. Denies rumors of Cooper's intemperance.\n                     University finances. Mentions Correa da Serra.  [1620]","Praising Destutt de Tracy's Treatise on Political Economy.\n                         [1621]","Recommendation for David White, plasterer.  [1622]","Best wishes on his removal to the Tombigbee River.  [1623]","Tentative offer to Cooper. Final offer must await Board of Visitors meeting.\n                     Stoves for faculty residences.  [1624]","Recommendations of David White, plasterer.  [1625]","N-306 was cut from this piece to permit substitutions; see also N-305, N-369.\n                         [N-366, K-30]","Recommends David White, plasterer.  [1626]","Advertisement concerning the University to be put in the Enquirer.\n                         [1627]","State funds for the University. The Literary Fund. Professorship offered to\n                     Thomas Cooper. References to John Hartwell Cocke, Isaac Coles, Alexander\n                     Garrett, James Madison, and James P. Preston.  [1628]","Congratulations on law establishing the University. Recommends Dabney Cosby as\n                     bricklayer. Conspiracy of Messrs. Jordan, Brown, Hawkins, and Darst, to get\n                     monopoly of brickwork at the University. Request from Messrs. Tucker and Kinney\n                     for papers in Jefferson's possession.  [1629]","Recommendation of David White, plasterer.  [1630]","Prices for plastering at the University.  [1631]","Advertisement (for workmen for the University?) for Winchester newspaper.\n                         [1632]","Advertisement for workmen for the University inserted in the Enquirer.\n                     Alexander Garrett's draft on Literary Fund will be honored. Importance of\n                     securing Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough as proctor. Cabell's health improved.\n                     Mentions Mary Cabell, Mr. Montcarel, and Wilson C. Nicholas.\n                         [1633]","Unlikely that Europeans will come to teach at the University of Virginia at\n                     income inferior to that common in this country. Terms under which he will go to\n                     the University. Mentions Nathaniel Bowditch, Parker Cleaveland, Zaccheus\n                     Collins, Dr. Holly, Dr. Meade, Mr. McNulty, Robert Patterson, Charles W. Peale,\n                     Mr. Shaw, and John Vaughan.  [1634]","Stresses abilities of Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough. Urges he be secured as\n                     proctor to oversee construction. Mentions Alexander Garrett.\n                         [1635]","Mr. Bolinger's prices for boring logs.  [1636]","Application for work as stonecutter.  [1637]","Recommending Richard Ware as a carpenter for the University of Virginia.\n                         [1638]","Recommendation for Daniel R. Calverly, painter, for work at Central College\n                         [1639]  Originally enclosed in  [1646] , 1819\n                     March 23.","Application for carpentry work at the University.  [1640]","Recommending Richard Ware, master carpenter, to Nelson Barksdale, Proctor of\n                     the University of Virginia. Progress on Washington Monument.\n                         [1641]","Application for work as carpenter. Asks advance over wages in Matthew Carey's\n                     price book.  [1642]","Recommends Mr. Hickey, plasterer, for University.  [1643]","Recommends Mr. Hickey as plasterer. Mentions Mr. Haxall, former employer, and\n                     [John] Brockenbrough.  [1644]","Offers to do carpentry work at the University. Matthew Carey's price book not\n                     known. Those now in use belong to the new and old Carpenters' Hall. Mentions W.\n                     Duane, Captain Dunlap, Captain Hardy, Thomas Pratt, Dr. Pilmore, W. Strickland,\n                     Burton Wallace, and Dr. Wylie.  [1645]","Introducing Mr. Calverly. Delayed in Richmond. Wheat crop, flowers, bushes, and\n                     birds at Varina.  [1646]","Concerning his problems as U. S. Consul. Unable to raise the $2000 bond\n                     required of U. S. Consuls. No provision for office expenses in his\n                     instructions. Few advantages for maritime commerce at Nice. Mentions Mr.\n                     Jackson of New York.  [1647]","Application for painting and glazing work at University. Benjamin H. Latrobe\n                     will recommend him. Cannot send proposals until he gets price book from\n                     Alexandria, Va.  [1648]","Terms for bricklaying at the University of Virginia.  [1649]","Terms for painting, glazing, and paper hanging at the University of Virginia.\n                         [1650]","Offers to sell philosophical apparatus and collection of minerals, shells,\n                     antiques, and books to the University of Virginia.  [1651]","Recommends Thomas Smith, painter.  [1652]","Submits terms for painting and glazing. Can be recommended by Littlebury Moon,\n                     Charles Irving, George Booker, Alexander Trent, and William Perkins.\n                         [1653]","Proposal for brickwork at the University of Virginia.  [1654]","Proposal to undertake carpenters' work below prices in Matthew Carey's price\n                     book of 1812.  [1655]","Recommends Russell Dudley, a carpenter, associate of Otis Manson, architect,\n                     for work at the University.  [1656]","Construction of the University of Virginia. Wage scale set by Matthew Carey's\n                     price book unfair.  [1657]","Report on the springs in the University grounds.  [1658]","Terms for doing carpentry work at the University.  [1659]","Submits estimate on brickwork and carpentry at the University. Mentions\n                     M[atthew] Brown, and Matthew Carey's Philadelphia Price Book.\n                         [1660]","Terms for brickwork at the University.  [1661]","Terms for carpentry work. Objects to scale set in Matthew Carey's price book.\n                         [1662]","Proposals for painting, glazing. Returning to Fredericksburg until news of\n                     proposal announced.  [1663]","In response to advertisement in Philadelphia Democratic Press, submits\n                     proposals for brickwork.  [1664]","Submits proposal for painting, glazing.  [1665]","Withdrawing earlier proposals. Will work for terms in Matthew Carey's price\n                     book.  [1666]","Decision of Visitors to open classical school under usher to be named by\n                     Cooper, perhaps Mr. Stack. Will serve as nursery for the University. Need for\n                     tinsmith and silversmith in Charlottesville. Plan for the University seal.\n                         [1667]","Regrets that he must decline further carpenter's work at present.\n                         [1668]","Changes terms submitted for work at the University. Possibility that workers\n                     may erect cabins on the grounds. Mentions James Dinsmore and John M. Perry.\n                         [1669]","Thanks for recommendations of Don Marcus Escopinachi, Dr. Speed, and of Mr.\n                     Bonfils. Except for  Dr. Cooper , the\n                     University will hire no professors until construction is complete.\n                         [1670]","Seeking work as carpenter and joiner at the University of Virginia.\n                         [1671]","Submits proposals for brickwork at University.  [1672]","Accepts offer to pipe water to University.  [1673]","Terms for brickwork at the University.  [1674]","Stoves for the University. Important letter for Richard Ware, carpenter.\n                     Mentions Mr. Leschot of Charlottesville and Bernard Peyton.\n                         [1675]","Accepts his proposal for carpentry work. Information regarding wages, working\n                     conditions, and living quarters for the workers. Matthew Carey's price book.\n                         [1676]","Corn buying, some from Mr. Higginbotham. Draft on Richmond for debt. Powder\n                     from Mr. Osmond of Milton. T. J. On verso: trigonometric calculations for arcs\n                     of two domes or globes.  [2951, N-553]","Advertisement for stoves placed in Democratic Press and in Poulson's American\n                     Daily Advertiser. Recent illness. Stack will undertake grammar school in\n                     Charlottesville. Urges confining choice to Oxford if professors to be sought in\n                     Europe. Will try to accept terms of the University. Offers received to edit\n                     selection of English common law reporters and an agricultural dictionary.\n                         [1677]","Acknowledges his zeal in obtaining subscriptions for the University. More funds\n                     needed. Requests deposit of subscriptions in the University account in the Bank\n                     of Virginia.  [1678]","Proposal for piping water.  [1679]","Receipt of money for stoves from Mr. Leschot. Mr. Stack leaving for\n                     Charlottesville. Information about Minerva for the University of Virginia seal.\n                         [1680]","Recommends A. S. Brockenbrough as Proctor. Despite admiration for T. J.'s plans\n                     for the pavilions and lawn, recommends different style for hotels and ranges.\n                     Provision for lecture rooms in separate buildings from pavilions. Fire at\n                     Monticello. Reference to John Hartwell Cocke.  [1681]","Richard Ware will accept Jefferson's terms. Difficulty in procuring\n                     brickmakers. Brickmaker Cribbs recommends burning bricks in kilns to improve\n                     the quality. Mentions Mr. James, Quaker of Philadelphia.\n                         [1682]","Letter received through Thomas Cooper. Difficulties in finding brickmaker;\n                     brick prices.  [1683]","Still unwell. John Vaughan to buy stoves to ship to Bernard Peyton, Richmond.\n                     Wing of Monticello destroyed by fire.  [1684]","T. J. notes on verso \"sent 2. D. by Gill Apr. 22 19.\" ","Comments on T. J.'s ale. Gift of vegetables. Thanks for directions on \"the\n                     assignments\" (of lands?).  [1685]","Recommends that the deeds be witnessed. (Possibly a reference to deed of trust\n                     to Poplar Forest, 15 September 1819).  [1686]","Applies for professorship of modern languages at the University of Virginia.\n                     Mentions Mr. Bevan, James Ogilvie, Mr. Preston, and George Ticknor.\n                         [1687]","Asks how the revocation is to be executed and published.\n                         [1688]","Requests aid a second time in stocking his fish pond. Suggests Cocke's son\n                     attend Mr. Stack's classical school in Charlottesville with Mr. Laporte as\n                     boarding housekeeper. Arrival of Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough. Tadeusz\n                     Kosciuszko's will to be proven.  [1689]","Detailed recommendations for changes in University construction plans Suggests\n                     diverting money from Tadeusz Kosciuszko's will into American Colonization\n                     Society. Mentions information collected by Miles and Burgess on the coast of\n                     Africa.  [1690]","Mr. Stack, who is recommended by Thomas Cooper, to open classical school at\n                     Charlottesville; advises that Wilson Miles Cary be placed there.\n                         [1691]","Requests enrollment of Wilson Miles Cary in Mr. Stack's classical school.\n                     Wishes him to board with [P.] Laporte to learn French. Mentions John Hartwell\n                     Cocke.  [1692]","Wertenbaker's later reminiscence of T. J.'s refusal to execute Kosciuszko's\n                     will (q.v. 1798 May 5.)  [1693]","T. J. thanks Nicholas for his \"kind aid in my little money embarrassments and\n                     avails himself of Nicholas' offer of endorsement of note to the Farmer's Bank.\n                     Thomas Jefferson Randolph moving to Tufton.  [1694]","Sending whin seed. Routes from Bedford to Monticello via Canton, Va., and\n                     Scot's Ferry. Pleasure at renewed intercourse with T. J.\n                         [1695]","Recommends substitution of Curtis Carter as a brick worker for Richard Ware,\n                     who has been jailed for debt in Philadelphia.  Dr. Cooper  to send housejoiners from Philadelphia. Pavilions and\n                     dormitories on East Lawn to be substituted for work on West Lawn.\n                         [1696]","Sends Wilson Miles Cary to grammar school in Charlottesville. Payment of Board\n                     delayed until tobacco sold in Richmond.  [1697]","Bellet wine. Nice wines. Mentions M. Spreafico. English terms for wines:\n                     Frontignan and Lunel of France, Pacharetti doux of Spain, Calcavalla of\n                     Portugal, Vin du Cap, Vin de Grave, Vin du Rhin, Vin de Hockheim, Madere sec,\n                     Pacharetti sec, vin d'Oporto, silky Madeira, and malmsey. Recent Marseilles\n                     wine acid. Desires former kinds shipped immediately care of Mr. Cathalan before\n                     December winds drive ship off course to West Indies.  [2952]","See Item [2952].  [2953]","Arrival of Richard Ware. Superior bricklayers available at Philadelphia.\n                         [1698]","T. J.'s suit against Rivanna Company. Mentions Daniel Colclaser, Ambrose\n                     Flannagan, William Bacon, Thomas D. Boyd, Joseph Gilmore, William F. Cardin,\n                     William D. Fitch, Thomas E. Randolph, William Johnson, and Edmund Bacon.\n                         [2954]","Trip to the West.  [2955]","Notice of taking of depositions in a suit between T. J. and the Directors of\n                     the Rivanna Company.","T. J.'s plans for pavilions. Contract for laborers. Trip to Bedford. Advantages\n                     of Philadelphia laborers.  [1699]","Financial transactions with Mr. Pollock, Mr. Craven, Mr. Maupin, and Bishop.\n                         [2956]","Window glass for the University. Mentions Smith and Riddle, agents in Richmond,\n                     and Bernard Peyton.  [1700]","Pleased that Bulloch has named his son for him.  [1701]","John Vaughan to ship stoves for University. Seal for University drawn by Thomas\n                     Sully, but Mr. Rasch's price for engraving too high. Bass Otis' portrait of T.\n                     J. excellent. Mineral collection and botanical garden for the University.\n                     Correa da Serra recommends Thomas Nuttal as botanist. Three editorial offers no\n                     longer available: edition of English reporters given to [Charles Jared]\n                     Ingersoll; agricultural dictionary and edition of Virginia law reporters given\n                     up. Opinion on effect of paper swindling. Two papers in next Analectic\n                     Magazine, on the present movement among the manufacturers and on lithography.\n                         [1702]","Sends draft of window frames. Asks instructions on cornice, ceiling of portico,\n                     and columns of pavilion. Asks to borrow Jefferson's Palladio.\n                         [1703]","Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence cited from Essex Register and Raleigh\n                     Register. If had known about this at the time, would have spread in, Whig\n                     newspapers and halls of Congress until T. J.'s Declaration of Independence.\n                     Better than Thomas Paine's Common Sense. Richard Caswell, William Hooper, and\n                     Joseph Hewes, Congressmen from North Carolina.  [2957]","Arrival of Italian sculptors, Michael and Giacomo Raggi; plan for their trip to\n                     the University. Mentions John Hollins, Thomas Appleton, Robert Patton, and\n                     Garrett Minor.  [1704]","Delay in payment of rent due for the mill.  [1705]","Disagreement with workmen, John M. Perry, Whateley, Curtis Carter, and William\n                     Phillips. Advises use of Philadelphia workmen who will work for less.\n                     Construction details.  [1706]","Cannot give information on the 1776 revision of Virginia laws. Visit of Correa\n                     da Serra. Proposed trip to Bedford County. Mentions George Wythe.\n                         [1707]","Dormitories and cellars for the workmen at the University promised by Perry.\n                         [1708]","Account with T. J.  [2958]","Account for expenses incurred by the Raggi brothers.  [1709]","Instructions regarding the columns for the University. Mentions Arthur Spicer\n                     Brockenbrough.  [1710]","Reimbursement to John Hollins of Baltimore for money advanced to cover expenses\n                     of the Raggi brothers. Preparations needed for sculptors and brick makers.\n                     Mentions Thomas Appleton, Captain Concklin, Alexander Garrett, and Wilson Cary\n                     Nicholas.  [1711]","Richmond bank note, not U.S. bank note, to pay bill sent through Mr. Patterson.\n                     Telescope.  [2959]","Applies for chair of medicine at the University of Virginia. Studied at\n                     Edinburgh; is well recommended.  [1712]","Order for balance due for brickwork, including that on Mrs. Garner's house.\n                         [1713]","Catalog of the best editions of the Greek and Latin classics. Expenses incurred\n                     for the Raggi brothers. Work planned for the Raggi brothers. Plans to visit\n                     Bedford County. Boys in the grammar school receive excellent instruction from\n                     Mr. Stack and Mr. Laporte. Mentions Robert Taylor and Mr. Cardelli.\n                         [1714]","Trip to the West.  [2960]","Report on progress at the University of Virginia. Professors' gardens in rear\n                     of pavilions. Construction of the hotels and pavilions. Classical school run by\n                     Mr. Stack, with Mr. Laporte boarding the students. George Blaettermann,\n                     Nathaniel Bowditch, Thomas Cooper, Thomas Nuttal, and George Ticknor considered\n                     for faculty. Arrival of Raggi brothers to do sculpture. The marble in the\n                     quarry not the right quality for Ionic or Corinthian capitals. Work proceeds\n                     miserably. Paying the printed prices as the fair living prices.\n                         [1715]","Questions authenticity of Mecklenburg Declaration. Not reported by Thomas\n                     Ritchie or National Intelligencer. William Alexander, Richard Caswell, William\n                     Hooper, and Joseph Hewes all dead. Peter Horry's history of Francis Marion,\n                     Williamson, Ramsay, Marshall, Jones, Girardin, and Wirt do not mention it.\n                     Patrick Henry's similar resolutions greatly publicized. Dickinson a doubter,\n                     Hooper a Tory, and Hewes indecisive; Caswell strong Whig, but left early. Penn\n                     fixed Hewes. Doubts McKnitt a genuine name.  [2961]","One of T. J.'s granddaughters (Cornelia Randolph?) has drawn sketch uniting two\n                     of Bass Otis' designs for the University seal to he engraved by cheaper\n                     workman. Interested in Thomas Nuttal for University faculty if a native.\n                     Philadelphia workmen expected. Opinion on paper money.  [1716]","Further payments for Michael Raggi to be remitted to Thomas Perkins at the\n                     request of Thomas Appleton. Progress of the carving.  [1717]","Applies for classical professorship at the University of Virginia. Education at\n                     Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland and experience at the Rev. Gilbert Austin's\n                     academy in Dublin, at the Hampton Academy, and with private pupils. List of\n                     Greek and Latin classics he has read. Copy of his diploma, signed by John.\n                     Barrett, Thomas Elsington, Fra. Hodgkinson, Robert Phipps, and Thomas Prior.\n                     Mentions letter from [Thomas A.] Emmet to Bishop [Benjamin] Moore.\n                         [1718]","Canal cleaned. No help from Mr. Randolph or Mr. Colclaser. Mill business.\n                     Barrels and corn. Money from Mr. Randolph and Mr. Pollock. Mentions Richmond,\n                     Mr. Meeks, Lego. Ailing horse. Jimmy and Shepherd sick. Flour shipment.\n                         [2962]","Information from John Hollins of Baltimore, regarding arrival of marble from\n                     Leghorn, Italy, on hoard the Brig Strong belonging to Michael and Giacomo\n                     Raggi. Duties to be paid.  [1719]","Binns has sent copy of Declaration of Independence. Mr. Cloud and Mr. W.\n                     Humbell on mineral committee (to appraise Cooper's collection?); Mr. Collins\n                     unable to serve. Seal in engraver's hands. Correa da Serra will report on\n                     Thomas Nuttal, who is English by birth. Will advertise for tinsmith.\n                         [1720]","Forwards a letter from a Mr. Stokes. Information from John Gorman, stonecutter,\n                     relative to prices and time required for stonecutting and sculpturing.\n                         [1721]","University of Virginia not yet ready to appoint professors.\n                         [1722]","Application for professorship of modern languages and music at the University\n                     of Virginia. Teaches now at Transylvania University. Opinion on music teaching\n                     in the U. S. Offers to help T. J. in his translation of Carlo Botta's  History of the War of the Independence of the United States\n                        of America.  [1723]","University of Virginia not yet ready to appoint faculty. Returns letter of\n                     [Thomas] Emmet to Bishop [Benjamin] Moore.  [1724]","Approves the judgment in the case of the slaves (case of illness or death\n                     caused by medicine). Attack of rheumatism.  [1725]","Applying for position as carver. Mentions Mr. Cardelli and Giovanni Andrei.\n                         [1726]","Recommendation of Jeremiah Sullivan, stonecutter.  [1727]","Offers to resign as classics teacher should approval be found wanting","Forwarding two letters, one from [Giovanni] Andrei. Recommends the stone work\n                     of John Gorman.  [1728]","Plans for his return to Monticello. Rheumatism better. Instructions for sending\n                     a siesta chair. Corn crop. References to Johnny Hemings, Henry (slave), James\n                     Leitch, Mrs. Trist, and Wormley (slave).  [1729]","Recommends James Wade for piping water to University of Virginia.\n                         [1730]","Recommending James Wade of Lynchburg for conducting water to the University.\n                         [1731]","Asks if he would be interested in teaching in classical school now in\n                     Charlottesville in the event present teacher, Stack, leaves.\n                         [1732]","Engagements for brickwork and woodwork at the University with Curtis Carter,\n                     James Dinsmore, James Oldham, John M. Perry, William Phillips, and the\n                     Philadelphia workmen. Remission of money to the wives of the Raggi brothers.\n                     Corinthian capitals. Construction work at Poplar Forest. References to John\n                     Vaughan.  [1733]","Nomination of professors being deferred until building completed.\n                         [1734]","by T. J. Declines offer to head classical school in Charlottesville.\n                         [1735]","Stoves and University seal to be forwarded. Accepting ad interim offer to\n                     lecture at Lexington, Kentucky. Articles signed \"Indagator\" in Analectic\n                     Magazine opposes tariff. Correa da Serra well. Mentions John Vaughan.\n                         [1736]","Poplar Forest deeded to Bernard Peyton and Andrew Stevenson, Directors of Bank\n                     of the United States, Richmond, as security for a loan to Wilson Cary Nicholas,\n                     endorsed by T. J. and T. J. Randolph.  [1737]","Application for professorship at the University of Virginia in French, Italian,\n                     materia medica, natural philosophy, geometry, map drawing, natural history\n                     drawing, political economy, etc. Lists qualifications; tells life history.\n                     Offers Dewitt Clinton, Zaccheus Collins, and Samuel L. Mitchell as references.\n                     Appends application to the Board of Visitors.  [1738]","Suggest savings possible by their making the marble columns for the University\n                     in Leghorn, Italy.  [1739]","Acknowledges receipt of T. J.s letter which enclosed a report from the Board of\n                     Visitors of the University of Virginia. Mentions Dolley Madison.","Order for spices.","Situation seems to require postponement or cancellation of Thomas Cooper's\n                     appointment, to save salary until institution opens. Suggests sending him copy\n                     of Visitors' resolution.  [1740]","Covering letter to Thomas Cooper for his approval. Suffering from colic and\n                     rheumatism.  [1741]","Stove casting and seal sent to T. J. Uncertain of going to Lexington, Kentucky.\n                     Medical school would succeed in Virginia with summer lectures at\n                     Charlottesville, winter lectures at Norfolk. Offers to defer coming to\n                     Charlottesville. Hopes to be Commissioner if Bankruptcy Law passes. Mentions\n                     John Vaughan.  [1742]","Brockenbrough writes to ask T. J. if \"Mr. Nelson\" [i.e. Neilson] is to start\n                     work on Pavilion V. Brockenbrough has promised some of the work to Mr. Spooner.\n                     Closes by wishing T. J. a \"speedy recovery.\" The letter is re-addressed to John\n                     Hartwell Cocke, with the following note on the address leaf: \"T. Jefferson\n                     being unable to write begs the favor of General Cocke to decide upon the\n                     business of this letter him self.\"","Communication, by instructions of Board of Visitors, to explain delay in\n                     opening of the University of Virginia. Additional buildings, not hitherto\n                     planned, prevent hiring of professors. Richard Ware mentioned.\n                         [1743]","Order to deliver cotton yarn fit for slave cloth to bearer, Burwell (a slave).\n                         [1744]","Visitors' inability to fulfill contract leaves him without support, since\n                     position of bankruptcy commissioner failed to materialize. Dr. Robert Patterson\n                     giving his chemistry course. May have to accept permanent position elsewhere.\n                     Pleased at T. J.'s recovery from severe illness. Regards to John Hartwell Cocke\n                     and the Board of Visitors.  [1745]","See Item [1745].  [2962-a]","Position at Lexington, Ky., filled by Dr. Blythe. Therefore, proposes salary\n                     advance and permission to live in University of Virginia buildings immediately.\n                         [1746]","Epictetus of Elizabeth Carter and Sophocles of Robert Potter. Charles\n                     Thompson's translation of Old and New Testaments.  [2962-b]","Returns copy of plan of Poplar Forest. Financial requirements prevent his\n                     moving to the neighborhood of the University at the present time. T. J.'s\n                     illness.  [1747]","Terms of employment, expenses, sums advanced to their wives. Mentions Thomas\n                     Appleton.  [1748]","Long illness deferred reply. Visitors of University of Virginia plan to use all\n                     funds for building, and are deferring appointment of faculty.\n                         [1749]","Letter formally engaging  Dr. Cooper \n                     to teach at the University of Virginia. Quarters provided for him.\n                         [1750]","Letter formally engaging  Dr. Cooper \n              to teach at the University of Virginia. Quarters provided for him.\n              ","Plans for removing -to the University of Virginia. Details regarding the\n                     advance of his salary. Law suit won but lands unsalable. Regards Quaker\n                     petition to Congress on the Missouri question, drawn by Mr. Walsh, as\n                     mischievous interference.  [1751]","Letters from Thomas Cooper. Mentions Mrs. Madison.  [2963]","Requests any payment due to John Wayles estate he paid to Archibald Thweatt,\n                     son-in-law of Francis Eppes, who brought the original suit when T. J. was in\n                     France. Inquiries about getting preference in payment of Wilson Cary Nicholas'\n                     debt.  [1752]","Record in Virginia Supreme Court of Chancery at Staunton. Decision that proof\n                     before court not sufficient, and therefore a commission set up to determine\n                     whether any damage might be done to T. J.'s canal and mills by the use of his\n                     canal by the Rivanna Company. George Divers, William D. Meriwether, Nimrod\n                     Bramham, Dabney Minor, and John Welles, directors of the company.\n                         [1753]","Application for chair of mathematics or natural philosophy at University of\n                     Virginia. Lists experience at West Point, Union College (Schenectady, N. Y.),\n                     work on boundary line at 45° parallel and on coast survey. Judge\n                     Yates of N. Y. will give him reference. Possesses library and apparatus.\n                     Mentions Robert Patterson and Mr. Troughton of London.  [1754]","Slave sale.  [2964]","Mr. Fuller, met in Charlottesville, had poor proof of supposed discovery of the\n                     longitude. T. J. unwilling to make effort to check mathematical project at his\n                     age. Mentions Mrs. Stuart.  [2965]","Has seal for University. Sets out for Columbia, S. C., to be professor of\n                     chemistry at Columbia College for one year.  [1755]","Discusses financial difficulties in building the University of Virginia and\n                     proposes alternate plans and sources of funds.","Sends copy of Democratic Press on the Missouri Question. University of Virginia\n                     seal sent by Mr. Stack. Arrangements for advance on his salary at the\n                     University of Virginia. Mentions John Vaughan and J. Conolly.\n                         [1756]","Applies for professorship of chemistry or natural sciences. Lists publications.\n                     Character of a university set by its professors; cites University of\n                     Pennsylvania's flourishing under William Shippen, Caspar Wistar, and Benjamin\n                     Rush. Thomas Cooper treated unfairly.  [1757]","Mitchell calls on Yancy for the amount of \"Mr.Jefferson's account.\" The\n                     endorsement reads \"Mitchell for the College.\"","Elevation and 3 plans. Specifications on back. (See N-321).  [N-325,\n                        K-20]","Elevation and three plans. Specifications on back. (See N-321).  [N-324,\n                        K-20]","This drawing is of an elevation and three plans; specifications are on the\n                     back. On the first floor is the large schoolroom, and on the second floor are\n                     the professor's three rooms. On June 5, 1819, Jefferson wrote that he was about\n                     to begin the drawings for the pavilion on the east.  [N-321,\n                        K-14]","Elevation and three plans. Specifications on back. (See N-321).  [N-322,\n                        K-16]","Elevations and three plans; shows location of Franklin stoves. Specifications on back. (See N-321).\n                         [N-326, K-22]","Same as N-326, but without the Franklin stoves or specifications. Formerly incorrectly attributed to Cornelia Jefferson Randolph. Thomas S. Ridgeway statement on verso identifies as T. J.'s work. \n                         [N-326-a], [2967]","In specification book (see N-318 Notes and specifications).\n                         [N-317]","[2966]","Payment due John H. Craven, Maupin (the President's agent), Campbell, and\n                     Meeks. William D. Fitz of Milton holds notes. Land as financial security. T. J.\n                     endorsement mentions Jerry.  [2968]","Prices quoted by Hugh Chisholm for work at the University.\n                         [1759]","Estimate of cost of building one range of dormitories.  [1758]","The exterior is based upon the Pantheon in Rome at one-half scale. Construction\n                     began in 1823.  [N-328, K-8]","[N-329, K-9]","Copied from a volume (now in the National Museum), which Jefferson made by\n                     clipping from two copies of the Gospels verses dealing with Christ's life and\n                     moral precepts. (The University of Virginia Library owns the two Bibles from\n                     which the clippings were excerpted).  [1760]","Land surveyed by William Woods. See also N-327a.  [1761, N-554]","Lists of prices for bricklayers, carpenters, plasterers, painters, glaziers,\n                     submitted by Joseph Antrim, Daniel Calverly, Curtis Carter, Dabney Cosby, Hugh\n                     Chisholm, James Dinsmore, Mr. Hudnall, John Neilson, James Oldham, John M.\n                     Perry, Mr. Percival, William Phillips, Mr. Smith, Richard Ware, and Mr. White.\n                     Also listed are Northern prices and Washington prices.  [1762]","Notes on costs of Michele Raggi to the University of Virginia, and payments to\n                     him and to Giacomo Raggi.  [1763]","Essay for facilitating instruction in the Anglo-Saxon and modern English\n                     dialects, prepared for the use of the University of Virginia. Contains sections\n                     on Anglo-Saxon alphabet, orthography, grammar, numbers, pronunciation, and a\n                     specimen (the book of Genesis) of the form in which Anglo-Saxon writings might\n                     be published.  [1963]","[N-465]","Offering to sell his mineral collection, highly recommended by George Gibbs and\n                     Parker Cleaveland. Incorrectly dated 1819.  [1764]","Bitter letter resenting niggardliness of Virginia as opposed to Kentucky, which\n                     has a flourishing university. Subscriptions of Cabell, John Hartwell Cocke,\n                     [George?] Divers, John Harris, James Madison, and his own set aside to pay\n                     Thomas Cooper's salary.  [1765]","Requests remittance to John Vaughan of Philadelphia, to be remitted to Thomas\n                     Appleton, Leghorn, Italy, on account of Michael and Giacomo Raggi. T. J.'s\n                     receipt for same, 13 February 1820, mentioning William Dandridge, Cashier of\n                     the Bank of Virginia.  [1766]","Funds for the University from Literary Fund and elsewhere. Health of his wife,\n                     Mary. Reference to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [1767]","Gilbert Stuart portrait. Mentions Mrs. Randolph and Mrs. Dearborn\n                         [2969]","Offering to sell Dr. Benjamin DeWitt's mineral collection. Mentions Archibald\n                     Bruce and George Gibbs.  [1768]","Amount necessary to finish University construction estimated at $80,000 over\n                     and above expected subscriptions.  [1769]","School commissioners appointed by the County Court of Albemarle, signed by\n                     Alexander Garrett, clerk of court.","Requests information as to when Mrs. Cooper and he are to come to\n                     Charlottesville. South Carolina and Virginia suffer from lack of good\n                     preparatory schools.  [1770]","Request that T. J. arbitrate a disagreement with John Hartwell Cocke on\n                     Neilson's contract. Progress on Pavilion V.  [1771]","Note due Mr. Laporte at Richmond.  [2970]","Attempts to obtain money for the University from the Assembly. References to\n                     William and Mary, Burwell Bassett, James Breckenridge, James Dickinson, George\n                     Hay, and Chapman Johnson.  [1772]","University of Virginia not sufficiently advanced to purchase mineral\n                     collection.  [1773]","Wine by schooner Industry under Corson, care of Mr. Gibson, Richmond. Mr.\n                     Dodge's letter about ship Emma Matilda .  [2971]","Encloses bill just passed regarding funds for the University. References to\n                     James Breckenridge, William F. Gordon, and Chapman Johnson.\n                         [1774]","Act authorizing Visitors of the University of Virginia to borrow money to\n                     finish building. Passed 24 February 1820. Extract from minutes of meeting of\n                     the President and Directors of Literary Fund, 28 February 1820, certified by\n                     William Munford, Clerk. Concerns letter from James Breckenridge, Joseph C.\n                     Cabell, and Chapman Johnson, requesting a loan. ALS, T. J. to Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., President of the Literary Board, 10 March 1820, with detailed\n                     discussion of terms of a loan of $60,000. Extract of the minutes of the meeting\n                     of the Literary Fund Directors, 23 March 1820, certified by William Munford,\n                     Clerk granting a loan of $40,000. Mentions James Breckenridge, Joseph C.\n                     Cabell, Chapman Johnson, and T. J.  [1775]","Confirms the appointment of T. J., James Madison, Chapman Johnson, Joseph C.\n                     Cabell, Robert B. Taylor, James Breckinridge and John Hartwell Cocke as\n                     Visitors of the University of Virginia and authorizes them to fix a day for\n                     meeting.","Request for precise information on where he stands with respect to the\n                     University of Virginia. In view of criticism in the Rev. J. H. Rice's\n                     Evangelical Magazine, is willing to resign. Position would be insecure after T.\n                     J.'s and James Madison's death.  [1776]","Draft notes from a speech, 1820, of John Randolph, with corrections attributed\n                     to Thomas Jefferson, regarding funerals at public expense; accompanied by\n                     Jefferson's half-leaf note regarding an insertion.","Inability to pay debt because of failure of Bedford (Poplar Forest) crop and\n                     flour rents. His debtors unable to pay him. Requests that he \"forgive us our\n                     trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us.  [1777]","Payment to Thomas Cooper. Thanks for copy of William Tilghman's agricultural\n                     orations [before the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture].\n                         [1778]","Error in sum sent to John Vaughan for Cooper has been corrected. Rev. J. H.\n                     Rice's diatribe against Cooper should be ignored. Only opposition to University\n                     is from Presbyterian clergy (not laity) and from William and Mary. Baptists,\n                     Anglicans, and Methodists entirely friendly to University.\n                         [1779]","Order for white and brown sugar, salt, castor oil, corduroy and buttons.","Regrets institution cannot open until 1822. Advised John Vaughan of mistake in\n                     draft. Cannot decide on coming to University of Virginia until he sees Mrs.\n                     Cooper.  [1780]","Covering a letter for [William J.] Coffee.  [1781]","Cotton, ticklenburg, osnaburg, and milk pans.  [2971-a]","Order for dry goods and milk pans.  [1782]","Resolutions on terms and form of security for loan of $40,000 to the University\n                     of Virginia. Binds T. J. as Rector and James Breckenridge, Joseph C. Cabell,\n                     John Hartwell Cocke, Chapman Johnson, James Madison, and Robert Taylor as\n                     Visitors.  [1783]","Latin-Greek and La Porte du Theil editions of Aeschylus. Potter's translation\n                     of Euripides. Milton mail service.  [2972]","Account with T. J.  [2973]","Draft in anticipation of his salary at the University of Virginia in favor of\n                     John Vaughan. Receipt 13 April from John H. Eustace to Alexander Garrett for\n                     letter containing a check. Vaughan's receipt.  [1784]","Action of Board of Visitors makes it necessary to write to Thomas Cooper,\n                     reversing previous stand on the Rev. J. H. Rice's attack. Asks Cocke's approval\n                     of his letter.  [1785]","Accepts loan on behalf of Board of Visitors of University of Virginia on terms\n                     proposed, but requests dates of repayment be deferred to permit completion of\n                     buildings by 1822. Enclosures: a scheme of application of the funds of the\n                     University; proposed applications of the funds of the University; Mr.\n                     Jefferson's estimate of the cost of buildings.  [1786]","New Olive Branch. Wants to exchange copy of Haines. Mentions Bernard Peyton of\n                     Richmond.  [2974]","Agreement to bore pipes for University's water supply.  [1787]","T. J. thanks Holmes for a copy of his pamphlet  Mr.\n                        Holmes' letter to the people of Maine  in which Holmes argued that\n                     any restriction on the admission of Missouri would be unconstitutional. T. J.\n                     responds that the issue of the extension of slavery to the territories which\n                     was temporarily solved by the Missouri Compromise has \"like a fire-bell in the\n                     night, awakened and filled me with terror. I considered it at once as the knell\n                     of the Union.\" He writes of the difficulty of a practical solution to the issue\n                     of slavery and emancipation for \"we have the wolf by the ear, and we can\n                     neither hold him, nor safely let him go. Justice is in one scale, and\n                     self-preservation in the other.\" T. J. believes that a diffusion of slavery\n                     over a broader territory would make emancipation easier and cautions against\n                     Congress interfering in state issues. He concludes that he will now die\n                     believing \"that the useless sacrifice of themselves by the generation of 1776\n                     ... is to be thrown away by the unwise and unworthy passions of their sons, and\n                     that my only consolation is to be, that I live not to weep over it.\"\n                         [2974-a]","Prejudice of clergy may be due to review of Joseph Priestley's writings.\n                     Trustees at Columbia willing to hire him on same terms as at Virginia, but\n                     clergy may be busy there too.  [1788]","Requests estimate for completing three additional pavilions, five hotels, and\n                     additional dormitories. (Report to Literary Fund, April 1820, contains these\n                     figures).  [1789]","Difficulties regarding location of Hotel A at the University. Mentions James\n                     Oldham, John M. Perry, and George W. Spooner.  [1790]","Asks immediate reply to proposal for additional loan for University of\n                     Virginia.  [1791]","Trustees of South Carolina College unanimously voted him professorship of\n                     geology, mineralogy, or law to add to present of chemistry, subject to approval\n                     of legislature. Recommended purchasing his collection of minerals Asks news of\n                     Correa da Serra. Regrets controversy raised on his account, and that he cannot\n                     go to Virginia. Robert Walsh calling for renewal of Missouri question.\n                         [1792]","Statement of interest and principal to fall due from 1820 to 1826 on T. J. and\n                     T. J. Randolph's bonds.  [1793]","Promissory note for $900.","Requests instructions on tin gutters for dormitories, ornaments on pavilions,\n                     house for the Raggi brothers, marble for the columns, brickwork, and laying of\n                     pipe for water supply.  [1794]","University will not open in time for Francis Eppes. Prefers Virginia school and\n                     Virginian character. Yale University. T. J.'s problems with Wilson Cary\n                     Nicholas. Debts. Proposes to exchange U.S. Bank stock for T. J.'s. slaves at\n                     Buckingham to be sent to Bedford for Francis. Francis left Laporte. Note on\n                     Richmond for Francis.  [2975]","Asks basis on which applications for professorships at University of Virginia\n                     will be received. Is tutor at Yale College.  [1795]","Engineering operations of Commonwealth of Virginia in hands of Thomas Moore and\n                     Isaac Briggs. Design for the Washington Monument. Date of opening of the\n                     University uncertain. His ill health.  [1796]","Proposals for changes to Monroe's house (Oak Hill?).  [1797]","Delay in opening of seminary because of its conversion into a public\n                     university. Terms of loan to University tie up all funds for next five years;\n                     hopes for remitting of loan. Francis Eppes' education with Mr. Stack and Mr.\n                     Ragland. Recommends he go to Columbia College to study under Cooper rather than\n                     to Eastern colleges. Plans for selling slaves to Eppes to pay his debts. Hopes\n                     for compromise in his commitment for Wilson Cary Nicholas' debt. Insists that\n                     women slaves be included in sale, which will produce addition capital in the\n                     future. Part of Poplar Forest to be given to Francis Eppes. Accepts his offer\n                     of the harpsichord for Poplar Forest. Invites Eppes to visit Monticello to see\n                     the University. Describes present and projected buildings.\n                         [1798]","[Break in text]. Mentions Francis Eppes. Disposition of Bedford lands,\n                     including those of Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr. House like Pantops for Francis\n                     Eppes. To meet John Wayles Eppes at Poplar Forest after Visitors' meetings.\n                     Harpsichord from Millbrook to Poplar Forest for Martha and children. New Canton\n                     Road better than Buckingham Court House Road. University.\n                         [2976]","Indefinite yet as to whether he will accept permanent position at South\n                     Carolina. Discusses cost and curriculum at South Carolina College. Dislike for\n                     the New England character. Hope Stephen Elliot of Charleston will replace the\n                     deceased principal, Jonathan Maxcy. Gloomy about religious intolerance. Rev.\n                     [John Jacob?] Janeway's refusal to baptize grandchild of Peter S. Duponceau\n                     because of irregular church attendance. Reexamination of his works fails to\n                     show opposition to Christianity. Mentions Pierre Jean George Cabanis, Mr.\n                     Nulty, Joseph Priestley, and Benjamin Rush.  [1799]","Mr. Randolph's valuation of market wagon. Trip to the West. Beverly absent from\n                     carpenters.  [2977]","Thomas Cooper's information regarding expenses, curriculum, and staff at South\n                     Carolina College. Stephen Elliot a leading botanist and Nulty second to\n                     Nathaniel Bowditch in mathematics. Recommends Francis Eppes go there when\n                     Stack's school closes. Recommends John Hartwell Cocke's Bremo Seminary for the\n                     younger children. Accepts proposal of loan to be repaid in slaves in two years,\n                     men, women, and children. Proposed visit to Mill Brook. Francis Eppes' health.\n                     Mentions Correa da Serra, and Mr. Richardson of the Bremo Seminary.\n                         [1800]","Resolutions regarding payment of last installment of the loan to the University\n                     of Virginia.  [1801]","Information for the 1820 Census at Monticello on recto. Verso lists slaves and\n                     clothing issued to them, 1820-21.  [2977-a]","Requests copy of previous bond, so new one can be executed in same fashion.\n                     Resolutions of Literary Fund Board received too late to comply with date of\n                     application for loan.  [1802]","Agreement to lend T. J. $4000, with interest payable annually and the principal\n                     to be paid in slaves. Francis Eppes' education at Columbia College and at the\n                     University of Virginia. Admiration for Thomas Cooper. Best route Monticello by\n                     Buckingham Court House. Crops universally fine.  [1803]","Propose three different schemes for completing marble work for the University:\n                     in Charlottesville, at Leghorn, Italy, or at Carrara, Italy.\n                         [1804]","Recommending contract with Raggis for marble columns be relinquished, since\n                     Thomas Appleton can procure them more cheaply in Italy. Mentions Arthur Spicer\n                     Brockenbrough.  [1805]","The increase and rise of our country. Opinions on the Missouri question.\n                     Importance of state governments.  [1806]","Recommending ending the contract with Raggi brothers, Raggis to pay expenses of\n                     the return voyage.  [1807]","Requesting him to audit the books of the Bursar and Proctor before the Board of\n                     Visitors' meeting. Dinner at Monticello before the meeting.\n                         [1808]","Loan from the Literary Fund to the University of Virginia.\n                         [1809]","Complaints of his treatment, bad food, delay in getting marble blocks, lack of\n                     understanding. Propose to finish term working at Washington or to do all\n                     columns at Carrara.  [1810]","Robert Mitchell to Joel Yancey covering T. J.'s account.\n                         [1210]","Orders four wash basins and pitchers, six chamber pots and a pound of\n                     pepper.","The Missouri question a Federalist plot to divide the country on geographic\n                     lines on basis of slavery, \"as if we were advocates for it\". Right of posterity\n                     to throw away happiness given by those gone before.  [1811]","The letter is a draft, heavily edited by Jefferson, of a letter that was sent to the Literary Fund \n              in Jefferson's capacity as Rector of the University of Virginia. The includes discussion of funding \n              of the University by the General Assembly as one of three levels of public education; the University's \n              debt; the construction of buildings; and, possible dates of opening.","Verification of Alexander Garrett's account.  [1812]","Cost of Corinthian capitals. Payment to be remitted through Samuel Williams of\n                     London.  [1813]","Sends form of bond to be executed by the Visitors. Explanation of date on the\n                     bond. Plan to visit Albemarle. Mentions William Munford.\n                         [1814]","Deals with construction problems of the Hotels. Wishes to correct his report to\n                     the Visitors. Mentions James Oldham.  [1815]","Division in the country with regard to slavery pushed by the Federalists.\n                     Secession would not last long. Importance of U. S. standing as an example of\n                     unity to the world.  [1816]","List of books ordered (probably for the University of Virginia Library)\n                     principally Anglo-Saxon, ecclesiastical and religious. (Most of these appear in\n                         A Catalogue of the Library of the University of\n                        Virginia,  1828.)  [1817]","Bill of Mr. Edmund Meeks.  [2978]","Estimates cost of columns for several pavilions and the library (Rotunda).\n                         [1818]","An introduction for the son of James Maury.","Scholarship of H. B. Trist, son of H. B. Trist, grandson of Mrs. House.\n                         [2979]","Letter covering the accounts of the Bursar and Proctor. Explains certain\n                     corrections by the Proctor.  [1819]","Mr. Meeks leaving. Mentions Mr. Colclaser. Mr. Randolph in Richmond.\n                         [2980]","His second application for a position at the University of Virginia. Gives as\n                     references [John Quincy?] Adams, Mr. Holley, and [James?] Monroe.\n                         [1820]","Encloses estimate of cost of University when completed. Gigantic efforts of New\n                     York in education shown by Clinton. Plan for elementary education for Virginia.\n                     Letter to be communicated to James Breckenridge, William F. Gordon, Chapman\n                     Johnson, and William Cabell Rives. Enclosure: statement of probable cost of\n                     buildings.  [1821]","T. J. requests that his mail be forwarded.","Regrets at the departure of Correa da Serra. Wishes well for revolutionary\n                     movements in Brazil, but hopes they will not affect Correa's good fortunes.\n                         [1822]","A dinner invitation.","Application for position at University teaching drawing.\n                         [1823]","Attack on Governor Randolph's character. Money from the Assembly for\n                     University. Requests fuller accounts by Bursar, Mr. Garrett. References to\n                     James Breckenridge, Mary Cabell, Chapman Johnson.  [1824]","Resolution giving grants to William and Mary, Hampton-Sidney, Washington\n                     College, New London Academy, and the University will defeat the claims of the\n                     University on the Literary Fund. Attitude of James Breckenridge, John Bowyer,\n                     John Coalter, George W. Crump, Philip Doddridge, David S. Garland, William F.\n                     Gordon, Mr. [Richard] Morris, Thomas Miller, Isaac Otey, Jr., Judge Spencer\n                     Roane, Mr. [William?] Taylor, and David Watson. Alexander Garrett's account for\n                     the University. Comments on Governor Randolph's message.\n                         [1825]","Sends copy of letter to Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., explaining an apparent\n                     difference in the Visitors' Report and the Proctor's estimate of the amount\n                     necessary to complete buildings. (See 9 November 1820). Ascendancy of\n                     Massachusetts in the U. S. is due to education.  [1826]","Explanation and apology for an error in the report of the Board of Visitors.\n                         [1827]","Possibilities involved in the Missouri question. While Virginia and\n                     Pennsylvania hold together, the Atlantic states can never separate.\n                         [1828]","Thanks him for his pamphlet on penal jurisprudence. Beccaria's principles are\n                     being attempted in U.S. University of Virginia. Tolerance of intellectual\n                     error. Upheavals in England puzzling. Queen must be a rallying point for\n                     discontented. James Maury is sending bust to T. J.  [2981]","Plans for professorships still undecided. When buildings completed, must rely\n                     on legislature for funds to open.  [1829]","TJ requests information about John Sanderson who proposed to publish a\n                     multi-volume biograhy of the Signers. TJ explains that he has already sent\n                     information on George Wythe to Sanderson and received the first volume in\n                     return and found it \"superiorly written; exhibiting mind, information \u0026\n                     polisth, a little too florid perhaps for the sober style of history ....\"\n                     Believing that Sanderson might apply to him again for information on other\n                     signers TJ asks Du Ponceau about Sanderson and his purpose: \"What is his\n                     character moral and political, does he write for money or fame, etc?\n                     Information as to these particulars must govern my confidences ....\" TJ\n                     promises to burn Du Ponceau's reply as soon as he has received it.","University of Virginia not yet ready to employ professors.\n                         [1830]","Pork delivered to Mr. Minor.  [2982]","Building to be constructed at the University of Virginia.\n                         [2983]","Design of Jefferson's drawn by John Neilson?  [N-435]","The design was probably based on William Kent's edition of Inigo Jones, Vol.\n                     II, Plate 17. This is one of Jefferson's most successful designs, see also\n                     N-262-3.  [N-350, K-Pl. 14]","Regarding the ornament on the house, Jefferson wrote that he did not mind\n                     taking liberties with his own buildings, but in public buildings the rules of\n                     classical architecture should be strictly followed.  [N-351, K-Pl.\n                        15]","[N-338, K-Pl. 2]","[N-339, K-Pl. 3]","[N-340, K-Pl. 4]","[N-341, K-Pl. 5]","[N-342, K-Pl. 6]","[N-343, K-Pl. 7]","[N-344, K-Pl. 8]","[N-345, K-Pl. 9]","[N-346, K-Pl. 10]","[N-348, K-Pl. 12]","[N-349, K-Pl. 13]","\"Latrobe.\"  [N-337, K-Pl. 1]","[N-347, K-Pl. 11]","Estimates of proposed application of revenue. Proposals to the legislature\n                     regarding funds and appropriations. Supplementary sources of income.\n                         [1832]","By Jefferson. Shaded by John Nielson.  [N-335, K-7]","Includes elevation and three plans, with specifications on back. Construction\n                     finished in 1821. (See N-316).  [N-356, K-17]","Elevation and three plans. \"Latrobe\" in Jefferson's writing, upper right.\n                     Specifications on back. The entrance motif is a favorite of Ledoux', whose work\n                     Jefferson had admired in Paris. Building completed 1821, as Jefferson wrote on\n                     September 30 of that year.  [N-357, K-21]","Funds for the University. Doctrine that all colleges receiving funds should be\n                     under the control of the legislature. References to William and Mary, Mr.\n                     Bassett, Samuel Blackburn, Philip Doddridge, David S. Garland, Thomas Griffin,\n                     Chapman Johnson, Thomas Miller, [James?] Smith, Richard Venable, and Henry E.\n                     Watkins.  [1833]","Letter from Judge Spencer Roane, asking a favor.  [1834]","T. J. thanks Hayden for some geological essays.","Little prospect of gaining additional funds for the University. References to\n                     Mr. Broadnax, [Richard?] Morris, and [Samuel] Taylor.  [1835]","Funds for the University. Plans to leave public life at end of present session.\n                     References to James Breckenridge, [Nathaniel?] Claiborne, John Hartwell Cocke,\n                     Chapman Johnson, and James P. Preston.  [1836]","Accounts. Mentions T. J. Randolph.  [2984]","Membership in American Academy of Language and Belles Lettres.\n                         [2985]","Accounts.  [2986]","T. J. encloses a letter to Joseph Carrington Cabell (not present).","Request that Visitors call a meeting to prevent lapsing of Chapman Johnson's\n                     commission as Visitor. Mentions James Breckenridge, John Hartwell Cocke, James\n                     Madison, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Robert B. Taylor.\n                         [1837]","Call for a special meeting of the Board on 1 April 1821, signed by James\n                     Breckenridge, Joseph C. Cabell, T. J., Chapman Johnson, James Madison. and\n                     Robert B. Taylor.  [1838]","Details of a loan for the University. Urging James Breckenridge, Cabell, and\n                     Chapman Johnson to \"die in the last ditch\" for the University. Mentions John\n                     Hartwell Cocke.  [1839]","Accounts with Joseph Gilmore, John Rogers, and Edmund Meeks.\n                         [2987]","Agrees to be a candidate for Assembly again. Funds for the University.\n                     References to Samuel Blackburn, James Breckenridge, Chapman Johnson, and\n                     William Selden.  [1840]","Letter sent to James Breckenridge should be shown within the circle of\n                     discretion.  [1841]","Meeting of the Board of Visitors. Funds for the University. Passage of James\n                     River Bill by House of Delegates. References to William Archer, James\n                     Breckenridge, William Brodnax, Armistead Currie, David S. Garland, Chapman\n                     Johnson, Robert Mallory, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Samuel Taylor, and Robert\n                     B. Taylor.  [1842]","Funds for the University. References to Samuel Blackburn, [Nathaniel?]\n                     Claiborne, and David S. Garland.  [1843]","Pamphlet proving that William and Mary was intended to be a seminary of the\n                     Church of England. Statutes require all Visitors to be of the Church of\n                     England.  [1844]","Passage of bill providing funds for the University. Mentions Samuel Blackburn,\n                     James Breckenridge, John Bowyer, William B. Chamberlayne, George W. Crump,\n                     Armistead Currie, William F. Gordon, James Hunter, Chapman Johnson, George\n                     Loyall, Richard Morris, Mr. Stephenson, and David Watson.\n                         [1845]","Ellen's copy of a letter, 1814 January 16, to Thomas Cooper of Carlisle, Pa.,\n                     in which he outlined course of study for law will be enclosed. Four epochs of\n                     English Law: Bracton (Common Law), Coke, Matthew Bacon, and Blackstone. Course\n                     begins with law at time of King James, goes to Bacon, then to Blackstone and\n                     Wooddeson. Baron Geoffrey Gilbert, Cooper's edition of Justinian's Institutes\n                     (for Roman law), Reeves' History, Vaughan's Reports of Gardener and Sheldon.\n                     Mentions Browne's Compendium of the Civil and Admiralty Law, Jure\n                     Ecclesiastica, and Les Institutions du Droit et la Nature et des Gens de\n                     Rayneval, Fonblanque's edition of Francis' Treatise of Equity.\n                         [2988]","Copy of Item 2988 with added note praising J. H. Thomas'  A Systematic Arrangement of Lord Coke's First Institute of the Laws of\n                        England. [2988-a]","[2989]","T. J.'s recollections concerning the property of Joshua Fry, given in\n                     connection with an ejection suit in Greenup Circuit Court, Ky., John Doe for\n                     John Fry vs. Thomas and Samuel Bell.  [1846]","Advises building no more buildings than those for which there is money in hand.\n                     Urges Jefferson to use his influence in the election of friends of the\n                     University. References to James Breckenridge, William H. Brodnax, Samuel\n                     Taylor, Littleton Tazewell, and Mr. Watts.  [1847]","Call for a special meeting of the Board of Visitors to prevent Chapman\n                     Johnson's commission from lapsing. Sends pumpkin and asparagus seeds from\n                     [Caesar] Rodney.  [1848]","Introducing Lardner C. Vanuxem, candidate for professorship of chemistry and\n                     mineralogy at the University of Virginia, recommended by Thomas Cooper.\n                         [1849]","Recommendation of Dabney Cosby's brickwork. Regrets failure to send firkin of\n                     butter.  [1850]","Recommends Lardner C. Vanuxem, recently returned from abroad, for a\n                     professorship. Highly recommended by Thomas Cooper. Mentions Correa da Serra,\n                     Peter S. DuPonceau, James Madison, and James Monroe.  [1851]","Introducing Thomas Sully, the portrait painter. Requests estimate on cost of\n                     the marble columns and of the library. On back is \"An Estimate for the cost of\n                     Stone work.\"  [1852]","Application for position teaching mathematics, philosophy, military science,\n                     and architecture at the University of Virginia.  [1853]","Sends estimate of cost of columns and of Rotunda.  [1854]","University not ready to employ professors.  [1855]","University of Virginia professors.  [2990]","Impressed with qualifications of Lardner C. Vanuxem; appreciates Du Ponceau's\n                     and Thomas Cooper's recommendations. Opening of University and appointment of\n                     professors indefinitely deferred.  [1856]","Reasons for inability to attend meeting of the Board of Visitors. Note sent by\n                     [Valentine?] Southall.  [1857]","Excusing Cocke from attending the meeting of the Board of Visitors because of\n                     illness. Acknowledges carp and kale seed. Mentions James Breckenridge, Joseph\n                     C. Cabell, Chapman Johnson, James Madison, and Robert B. Taylor.\n                         [1858]","After working for four years as journeyman, applies for carpentry work on his\n                     own at University. Mentions James Dinsmore, John Neilson, and John M. Perry.\n                         [1859]","Order for money to be paid to his wife.  [1860]","Impressed with Lardner C. Vanuxem and with his recommendations from Peter S.\n                     DuPonceau, Thomas Cooper, and Vaughan. Appointment of faculty indefinitely\n                     delayed. Acknowledgment received from Thomas Appleton for remittance last year,\n                     but none from Mr. Dodge. Places less confidence in Dodge than in [Etienne?]\n                     Cathalan.  [1861]","T. J. asks Secretary of the Treasury William H. Crawford to expedite payment of funds owed Virginia and needed for the completion of the \n              University of Virginia's buildings.","Sends copy of proceedings of meeting of Board of Visitors. Remittance to Thomas\n                     Appleton for capitals. Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough settling accounts to see if\n                     money available to begin Rotunda. References to James Breckenridge, Joseph\n                     Cabell, Chapman Johnson, and James Madison. Enclosure: extract of proceedings.\n                         [1862]","Order for Ionic and Corinthian capitals; payment being made through bill from\n                     Bernard Peyton of Richmond to Samuel Williams of London. Specifications for\n                     these on enclosure. Payments to Giacomo Raggi's wife. No more money due to\n                     Michael Raggi, but he may work on columns at Carrara if Appleton wishes.\n                     Requests information on cost of capitals for the Rotunda as represented in\n                     Andrea Palladio.  [1863]","John Calhoun states that amount due to Virginia for advances during War of 1812\n                     cannot be ascertained. Has written to Peter Hagner to speed up matter.\n                         [1864]","Recommends purchase of cement from Andrew Smith. Glass for the University.\n                         [1865]","Cabell's illness. Requests information regarding last meeting of the Board of\n                     Visitors. Success of Samuel Blackburn, James Breckenridge, David S. Garland,\n                     Mr. Maury of Buckingham, and Joseph Shelton in the recent election. Funds for\n                     the University.  [1866]","Amount of claim of the Commonwealth of Virginia against the U. S. less than T.\n                     J. hoped. Claims presented by C. Selden, Virginia agent, will be paid soon.\n                     Hopes no unfavorable effect on the opening of the University.\n                         [1867]","Disappointed at present state of the University. Grateful for T. J.'s attention\n                     to documents placed in his care.  [1868]","Encloses letter that may be of some help to Garrett, although T. J. has no\n                     personal relation with Governor [Lewis] Cass and no acquaintances in Detroit.\n                         [1869]","Presenting a pair of buck's antlers.  [1870]","Bond for $2400. Receipts, dated 15 January and 15 July 1827, for $1803 from\n                     Thomas Jefferson Randolph noted on verso.  [1871]","Witnessed by James M. Randolph and Tarleton Saunders.  [2991]","Orders cotton cloth, lining and trimmings for two suits. \"They are for\n                     servants.\"","Evaluation of facilities, curriculum, and faculty of South Carolina College,\n                     comparing the professor of mathematics to Nathaniel Bowditch, Audraine, and\n                     Nulty. Virginia legislature must have liberality to compete with them. Progress\n                     of Francis Eppes. Lectures in chemistry, mineralogy, criticism, Belles Lettres.\n                         [1872]","Appreciates good wishes for his own and country's welfare. Recommends Dr.\n                     [Robert?] Andrews for professorship at the University. Regrets delay in opening\n                     of University, unnecessary in view of the resources of Virginia. Recommends fee\n                     system of University of Coimbra, Portugal, together with a law requiring that\n                     all pastors, lawyers, and physicians practicing in the Commonwealth be\n                     graduated from the University. Hopes Jefferson will live to see the opening of\n                     the University.  [1873]","Opening date of University deferred until one year after the legislature remits\n                     the debt. Information on faculty, curriculum, and costs for benefit of Bland's\n                     son.  [1874]","Martha brought Col. Taylor's letter to Judge Roane. Hail storm damage to crops\n                     between Monticello and Mechunk, including those of Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Rogers, Gilmer. Trip to Bedford; work on mill. James Randolph studies Greek\n                     with T. J. and French with girls; soon to New London, Va. Funds for University\n                     and Proctor's account. Plans for Library. Literary Board. Martha not well.\n                     William and Anne Cary Randolph Bankhead at Monticello with children, except\n                     John.  [2992]","Approval of John Taylor's Construction Construed. States coordinate rather than\n                     subordinate to federal government. Peculiar happiness of our system is on\n                     appeal to the ballot rather than the cannon.  [1875]","Extending the deed of trust [on Poplar Forest] to additional notes for $4000\n                     and $2500 at the Farmer's Bank.  [1876]","Application for loan from the Literary Fund approved by act of the General\n                     Assembly.  [1877]","Absences from Richmond of Mr. Pendleton, Sr., and Mr. Daniel delay Literary\n                     Board. Loan directed by Legislature. Slave revolt. Wheat, flour and tobacco\n                     prices. Mentions Winchester bushel. Careers in agriculture and law. Henrico\n                     lands. Edgehill for James Randolph. Ridicule by New England is the strongest\n                     ally of education and reason in area.  [2994]","Meeting of the Board of the Literary Fund.  [1878]","Rough draft of bond for loan of $30,000.  [1879]","Bond for a loan of $29,100. Notation: \"1822. January gave a bond for 30,900. D.\n                     verbatim as this except at to the sum.\"  [1880]","Cabell's illness. Request for complete statement of all University accounts for\n                     the next General Assembly. Attacks on the University by the Presbyterians of\n                     Hampton-Sydney and the Episcopalians of William and Mary. Washington College to\n                     receive Robinson's estate.  [1881]","Application for professorship of mathematics at the University of Virginia","Lame horse. Mr. Bacon's fodder accounts. Payment from Isham Randolph. Anne\n                     Bankhead and Charles Bankhead. To Bedford. Dr. Watkins to charge treatments to\n                     his sister to T. J.'s own account.  [2994-a]","Warrant for $14,550 to be placed to the credit of the University of Virginia at\n                     the Bank of Virginia. Mentions John Hartwell Cocke. Mentions verbatim copy\n                     addressed to Philip N. Nicholas, President of the Farmer's Bank of Virginia.\n                         [1882]","T. J. asks Rush to meet with George Blaetermann and determine if Blaetermann is\n                     still interested in the position of professor of modern languages at the\n                     University of Virginia.","Originally attached to T. J.'s letter to Richard Rush of the same date.","Proposing to defer regular autumnal meeting of the Board of Visitors until\n                     Wednesday preceding the meeting of the Assembly, when a clear and satisfactory\n                     report on construction can be given.  [1883]","Sends letters regarding the Board of Visitors' meeting for his signature. Trip\n                     to Bedford County. Congratulations on the change of his condition [his\n                     marriage]. Originally enclosed in  [1886] [1884]","Encloses order from the President and Directors of the Literary Fund for\n                     $29,100 for the use of the University.  [1885]","To arrange affairs before General Assembly meets. Also signed by John Hartwell\n                     Cocke and James Breckenridge.  [2995]","Notice of meeting.","Call for a special meeting of the Board of Visitors. Three identical copies,\n                     each signed by T. J. and Cocke, with one additional signature on each.\n                         [1886]","Missouri question has bought back the Hartford Convention men to power. Union\n                     strengthened with westward expansion.  [1887]","Two necessary measures: checking invasion of states' rights by federal\n                     judiciary and paying the national debt.  [1888]","Sum of $14,550 deposited to the credit of the University of Virginia.\n                         [1889]","Approves special meeting of Visitors. Recommends appointment of temporary\n                     accountant as aid to Proctor.  [1890]","Meeting of the Board of Visitors. Cabell's health. Reference to Mary Cabell.\n                         [1891]","Approving special meeting of Visitors.  [1892]","Order to send Brazilian ores by John Barnes. Prices of Cardelli's busts of\n                     Madison and Monroe.  [1893]","Course of study for Francis Eppes at Columbia College, S. C.\n                         [1894]","Opening of University awaits action of Legislature on Literary Fund Loan.\n                         [2996]","Lewis' letter indicates James Barron is unprincipled.  [2997]","Detailed report on the cost of various buildings from information presented by\n                     Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough. Funds to be used for the library (Rotunda).\n                     Enclosure:  A view of the whole expenses of the\n                        Funds of the University.  [1895]","News received from Thomas Appleton of the death of Raggi's wife in Carrara,\n                     Italy. Requests orders on money being held for him. No news of Michael Raggi.\n                         [1896]","Honored by preference for professorship at the University of Virginia.\n                     Considers himself engaged.  [1897]","Conveys thanks to Jefferson. Eager to teach rising citizens of a country whose\n                     government is founded on the rights of man.  [1898]","Concerning William Mitchell's account against Jefferson.\n                         [1210]","Choice of arbiters for the settlement of James Oldham's account. References to\n                     [George?] Divers and [Dabney?] Minor.  [1899]","Arbitration of a dispute with workers at the University by [George?] Divers and\n                     [Dabney?] Minor.  [1900]","Requests permission to publish T. J.'s letter on the judiciary.\n                         [1901]","Absence from the meeting of the Board of Visitors due to illness. Advisability\n                     of finishing all University buildings. University finances. References to\n                     Chapman Johnson and Dr. [John A.] Smith of Williamsburg.\n                         [1902]","Receipt for money paid for hoisting machine for University.\n                         [1903]","Attack on states' rights by the federal judiciary. Virginia too much out of\n                     favor to protest at this time.  [1904]","Unauthorized publishing of his letters. Future corruption of U.S. government.\n                     Consolidating effect of judiciary. Missouri crisis.  [2998]","Treatise on Descriptive Geometry.  [2999]","Wants Congress to repeal import duty on books.  [3000]","Petition to abolish tariff on scientific books imported from abroad.\n                         [1905]","Petition from \"divers Colleges, Academies, and literary and scientific\n                     Societies\" to Congress to remove tariff on books. Letters from President\n                     Kirkland of Harvard College transmitting printed petition, asking signatures.\n                         [1906]","Forwards copy of petition to Congress sent from Harvard College; has been asked\n                     to get signatures of institutions of South and West. Proposed it to Chapel\n                     Hill, N. C., Columbia, S. C., Athens, Ga., Transylvania, Ky. Printers do not\n                     need protective tariff.  [1907]","Eppes' ill health. Disrespect shown  Dr.\n                        Cooper  by Columbia students. Requests slips of purple grape.\n                     Proposal for exchange of his land for T. J.'s Bedford lands so that Francis\n                     Eppes can settle on the Bedford estate.  [1908]","Copy of Greenlee's plat will make his patent good against a junior claim.\n                     Meeting of Board of Visitors, with John Hartwell Cocke, Chapman Johnson, and\n                     James Madison attending. State of the University published in papers. Decision\n                     on commencing the library deferred.  [1909]","Proposal for supplying lumber for central building of college.\n                         [1910]","Petition to abolish tariff on books similar to that on Kirkland's circular sent\n                     to Congress. Hopes Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, and South Carolina will\n                     do likewise. Happy for the occasion of cooperating with other literary\n                     institutions.  [1911]","Unable to obtain copy of deed of conveyance from William Brust, clerk of court.\n                     Mentions Col. Morrison, Col. Nicholas and Mr. Clay.  [3001]","Regarding the Temple of Fortuna pavilion at the University of Virginia.\n                         [1912]","[Thomas] Sully's opinion of D. Mariano.  [1913]","Taxes on land, slaves, horses, carriages, licenses, law processes, seals of\n                     courts, notary seals, tobacco, and military fines in all Virginia Counties.\n                     Comparison of representation and taxation of trans-Allegheny, Valley of\n                     Virginia, Piedmont, and Tidewater.  [1914]","Elevation and 3 plans (two stories). Construction completed in 1822.\n                         [N-358, K-23]","Elevation and two plans, with detail of arched window set in cornice.\n                     Specifications on back headed: \"Hotel A. East. One story with a flat roof and\n                     Chinese parapet.\" Construction completed in 1822.  [N-360,\n                        K-25]","Unfinished studies for plan and elevation. Construction completed in 1822.\n                         [N-359, K-24]","Elevation and two plans. One story. Specifications on back. Construction\n                     completed in 1822.  [N-361, K-26]","Elevation and plan. One story. Specifications on back. Construction completed\n                     in 1822.  [N-362, K-27]","Elevation and three plans. Two stories. Specifications on back. Construction\n                     completed in 1822.  [N-363, K-28]","Construction finished 1822.  [N-355, K-13]","Encloses copy of letter to [Thomas] Griflin answering his letter on the subject\n                     of the University.  [1915]","Cabell in better health. Action in the Assembly regarding funds for the\n                     University. Move to shift seat of government to Staunton. Governor Randolph's\n                     differences with his Council. References to Hampden-Sydney College, Washington\n                     College, William Archer, Samuel Blackburn, Thomas Griffin, Chapman Johnson,\n                     Garrett Minor, [Richard?] Morris, Mr. Ritchie, Mr. Saunders, and Henry E.\n                     Watkins.  [1916]","Suggests the difficulty with Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough be settled by\n                     arbitration.  [1917]","Enclosing a memorandum regarding funds for the University for 1822.\n                         [1918]","Has executed and mailed the bond. Recommends canceling University debt and\n                     giving derelict funds for the library so that the University may open soon.\n                     Strong opposition reported by Cabell.  [1919]","Funds for the University. Reasons for Thomas Griffin's resolution. Opposition\n                     from the clergy. References to William and Mary, Hampden-Sydney, Chapman\n                     Johnson, Bishop [Richard Channing] Moore, Richard Morris, Rev. Mr. Rice, and\n                     Henry E. Watkins.  [1920]","Leaves to Cabell and his colleagues the decision as to methods of gaining\n                     relinquishment of the University debt.  [1921]","Funds for the University. Advises conciliation of the clergy who are uneasy\n                     because of the predominance of the Socinians at Cambridge (Harvard), the\n                     appointment of Thomas Cooper in South Carolina, and the discovery that George\n                     Ticknor and Nathaniel Bowditch are Unitarians. References to Chapman Johnson\n                     and David Watson.  [1922]","Higginbotham asks T. J. to pay his debt.","Requesting Eppes to send House and Senate Journals, American State Papers, and\n                     certain other newspapers and public documents, 1789-1809, to be used in a\n                     project he is planning [the writing of \"some notes and explanations of\n                     particular and leading transactions which history should know\"; T. J. to John\n                     Wayles Eppes, 23 October 1821, DLC]. Oppressiveness of his correspondence.\n                     Reasons for refusal to exchange lands: his age; part of Bedford County lands\n                     held in trust by Bank of the United States for his endorsement for Wilson C.\n                     Nicholas; situation not inconvenient for Francis Eppes. Sends silk tree and\n                     boxwood tree for Mrs. Eppes. Will delay paying interest on his debt to Eppes.\n                         [1923]","Requesting Eppes to send House and Senate Journals, American State Papers, and\n                     certain other newspapers and public documents, 1789-1809, to be used in a\n                     project he is planning [the writing of \"some notes and explanations of\n                     particular and leading transactions which history should know\"; T. J. to John\n                     Wayles Eppes, 23 October 1821, DLC]. Oppressiveness of his correspondence.\n                     Reasons for refusal to exchange lands: his age; part of Bedford County lands\n                     held in trust by Bank of the United States for his endorsement for Wilson C.\n                     Nicholas; situation not inconvenient for Francis Eppes. Sends silk tree and\n                     boxwood tree for Mrs. Eppes. Will delay paying interest on his debt to Eppes.\n                         [3002]","Order for a sifter and some rice.  [1924]","Funds for the University. Estimate of revenue from the Literary Fund.\n                     References to John Bowyer, Chapman Johnson, and Charles Fenton Mercer.\n                         [1925]","Asserts that the University will have an enrollment of over 200 soon after it\n                     opens from every state south of the Ohio, Missouri, and Potomac. Urges\n                     suspension of payment of interest on the University debt.\n                         [1926]","Remembers her from Washington. Mentions Col. Morgan.  [3004]","Flour from Mr. Randolph and Mr. Craven. Corn at Shadwell mill.\n                         [3003]","Funds for the University. The Kentucky Mission. States' Rights. References to\n                     Samuel Blackburn, Thomas Griffin, Chapman Johnson, and Richard Morris.\n                         [1927]","Payment of University debt. Cornices for the rooms of the western hotels.\n                     Friezes by William J. Coffee.  [1928]","Funds for the University. The Literary Fund. References to James Breckenridge,\n                     [Charles?] Cocke, Chapman Johnson, Thomas Miller, and Richard Morris.\n                         [1929]","Order for linen and clothing. Mentions Burwell (slave).  [1930]","University opening delayed. To present Rafinesque's offer to teach Natural\n                     History to Board of Visitors.  [3005]","Funds for the University. References to John Bowyer, Chapman Johnson, Richard\n                     Morris, Samuel Taylor, and David Watson.  [1931]","Failure to pass various bills to provide funds for the University. Reports of\n                     extravagance in construction of the buildings. Attack on the Literary Fund\n                     based on the waste of the Primary School Fund. References to Arthur Spicer\n                     Brockenbrough, Samuel Blackburn, John Bowyer, Mr. Clay, Thomas Griffin, Chapman\n                     Johnson, Richard Morris, and David Watson.  [1932]","Meeting of the Board of Visitors. Funds for the University. Convinced that all\n                     buildings should be completed to give favorable impression. Incidental effects\n                     of the move to shift the capital from Richmond to Staunton. Attitude of the\n                     Federalist Party. References to Wilson J. Cary, George Crump, Thomas Griffin,\n                     Chapman Johnson, James Madison, and John Tyler.  [1933]","Lack of funds forces him to leave school early. Description of his studies\n                     References to John Wayles Eppes' finances.  [1934]","Paper from Mrs. Proctor and account from Mr. Vest. Mr. Stout reduced delivery.\n                     Corn and oats prices. James Monroe, through Mr. Watson, paid slaves' hire.\n                     Grain from Mr. Carr. Jerry to Milton for cement from John Crad[d]ock. Fence\n                     rail. Mentions Gill.  [3006]","James Monroe's plan to pay debt through corn sales. Mr. Rogers to sell corn.\n                     Bishop to buy timber. Isaac hauling wood. Mentions Mr. Watson and coopers.\n                         [3007]","Sends Thomas Appleton's account for marble capitals and sums to be paid Giacomo\n                     Raggi. Note by Garrett: check sent to Bernard Peyton on Farmer's Bank of\n                     Virginia. Receipt by Alexander Garrett to Arthur Brockenbrough for the money.\n                         [1935]","John Wayles Eppes can spare money only for Francis Bacon's Abridgement and Coke\n                     on Littleton. Bad crops, father's ill health make economy essential. Course of\n                     study in law. Invites Martha Randolph and T. J. to visit Mill Brook.\n                         [1936]","Calculations for 6 shafts of Doric columns. Ordered from John M. Perry.\n                         [1937]","Mr. Skinner may quote T. J. letters about Adlum's wines. Caumartin grape. North\n                     Carolina's Scuppernong Creek wine and European wines. Norfolk market brandies\n                     wine too often.  [3009]","Method of determining longitude by occultations, solar eclipses, tedious but\n                     accurate. Sends method of calculation for use of University. Enclosure: \"To\n                     find the Moon's parallaxes in longitude and latitude, independent of the\n                     altitude and longitude of the nonagesimal.\"  [1938]","[3010]","Corn prices and purchases, partly from Mr. Rogers. Horse drover from Missouri\n                     at Charlottesville to sell Chickasaw horses and a mule. T. J. note due Edmund\n                     Bacon, heir to John Bacon, with Martin Dawson.  [3010-a]","Transmits copy of public journals and documents to each state university. Noted\n                     by T. J.: State Papers of 1818, Secret Journals of Congress, Journals of\n                     Federal Convention, Census for 1820.  [1939]","Acknowledges his valued note. Does not wish to burden him with astronomical\n                     labors, merely wishes to aid university in native state by supplying them\n                     accurate method for calculations of longitude.  [1940]","Sends additional contribution to University of Virginia: \"Calculations of the\n                     longitude of the Capital in the City of Washington from Greenwich Observatory,\n                     in England, from the beginning of the Solar Eclipse of August 27th 1821,\n                     Examined and revised.\"  [1941]","Regrets Eppes' illness. Disapproves of Francis Eppes' plan for early marriage\n                     but recommends acquiescence. Promises the house at Poplar Forest and a\n                     plantation with it, but since it is security for his commitment, cannot give a\n                     deed. Recommends Francis live with friends for a year before incurring expense\n                     of housekeeping.  [1942]","Carriage price. Charlottesville carriage maker not good pricing agent; Mr.\n                     Randolph better. Richmond price. T. J. Randolph says Edmund Randolph does not\n                     need Bacon at mill. Mentions Colclaser and plan to leave Virginia.\n                         [3011]","Ox and mule carts of stone hauled by Wormly, Jerry, Isaac, and Ned.\n                         [3012]","Flooring planks arrived. Sends drawing of method of grooving floors.\n                         [1943]","Engaging Clay's professional services in the collection of Thomas Deye Owings'\n                     bond to the late Wilson Cary Nicholas. Involvement of T. J. and Thomas J.\n                     Randolph as endorsers of Nicholas' notes. References to John Brown of\n                     Lexington, Colonel Morrison, and Dabney Terrell.  [1944]","As Rector of University of Virginia, acknowledges volumes presented to it.\n                         [1945]","Money for iron and to pay William Bacon. Bedford cart.  [3013]","Illness prevents attendance at the Board of Visitors meeting. Auditing of the\n                     University's accounts by Martin Dawson. References to John Hartwell Cocke.\n                         [1946]","Presents table for use of University of Virginia, \"A Table of Logarithms for\n                     reducing the Moon's equatorial horizontal parallax from a sphere to an oblate\n                     spheroid, admitting the ratio of the equatorial diameter to the polar axis of\n                     the Earth, to be as 320 to 319.\"  [1947]","Progress of construction. Provision for religious instruction at the\n                     University. Audit of the University's books. (See entry of 23 December).\n                         [1948]","Pamphlets on the disease of cattle in a certain district, and on the new\n                     invention of a water burner. Giving one to agricultural society of which James\n                     Madison is president.  [3014]","Sends copy of resolution of Board of Visitors, authorizing building of the\n                     library, and of an advertisement for the  Richmond\n                        Enquirer  and Charlottesville  Central\n                        Gazette  regarding collection of University subscriptions in arrears.\n                         [1949]","Requests that T. J. use his influence with the President and Secretary of the\n                     Navy to help Randolph's brother-in-law, Beverly Browne, become naval\n                     storekeeper at the Gosport Navy Yard. All wine sold by Captain Crane. (This is\n                     Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., II, younger half-brother of Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr.).  [1950]","Lien on ironworks in Montgomery will shield T. J. from loss as endorser of\n                     Wilson Cary Nicholas, if Owings' bond is awarded to Thomas Jefferson Randolph.\n                     Pestilence in Louisville. Mentions Henry Clay, Mr. Green, Mr. Leigh, and\n                     William Morrison.  [1951]","Plan for borrowing money to set up his plantation. Information from Colonel\n                     Burton about Carolina wine, made by Ebinezer Pettigrew of Edenton and George\n                     Spruel of Plymouth, sold by Thomas Cox \u0026 Co. Study of Coke. John Wayles\n                     Eppes' health.  [1952]"," The letter is Jefferson's response to Annesley's request for Jefferson to judge the quality of a pamphlet that Annsley wrote on shipbuilding.\n              Jefferson replied, \"born and bred among the mountains, and scarcely knowing the head from the stern of the ship,\" that he knew little of shipbuilding \n              and was declining the request. \n               Item record. [ViU-2025-0021]","University accounts with Thomas Appleton and Giacomo Raggi. Reference to\n                     Alexander Garrett.  [1953]","Mr. Taylor's letter. Mentions Iturbide. Hopes Brazil and Mexico will\n                     \"homologize with us.\" Arm improved. Aid to Gibson.  [3015]","Forward 250 prints of the plan of the University of Virginia to Bernard Peyton,\n                     retaining plate for future orders. Includes bill.  [1954]","Payment to Peter Maverick for his engraving of the University of Virginia\n                     ground plan. University accounts. References to Bernard Peyton.\n                         [1955]","Statement of University accounts. Possible contracts for the library building\n                     with James Dinsmore, John Neilson, Thorn \u0026 Chamberlain, and John M.\n                     Perry. Has sent Alexander Garrett's account to Martin Dawson.\n                         [1956]","Funds for the University. Literary Fund finances very unfavorable. Cabell's\n                     health improved. Glad T. J.'s wound improving. References to Wilson J. Cary,\n                     David S. Garland, William F. Gordon, Chapman Johnson, Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., [William Cabell] Rives, and Judge St. George Tucker.\n                         [1957]","Cost of building the library estimated by James Dinsmore. Funds for the\n                     University. Purchase of books and apparatus. Settlement of the Proctor's\n                     accounts. References to John Bowyer, Alexander Garrett, William F. Gordon,\n                     James Hunter, George Loyall, and [William Cabell] Rives.\n                         [1958]","Received payment from Col. Bernard Peyton for engraving and printing the plan\n                     of the University.  [3015-a]","Letter transmitting the report of 7 October (q.v.). Additional information on\n                     the financial status of the University.  [1959]","Awaits arrival of ships from Livorno with the University's marble capitals.\n                     Mentions Thomas Appleton.  [1960]","Urges securing of money for the building of the library as of more importance\n                     than the remission of the University's debt. To secure a faculty of the highest\n                     order, must have distinguished structures. Estimates of the cost of the library\n                     by John M. Perry, John Gorman, James Oldham, James Dinsmore, and Arthur Spicer\n                     Brockenbrough. Extreme difficulty in writing. Mentions William Gordon, Chapman\n                     Johnson, George Loyall, and William C. Rives.  [1961]","Funds for the University. Cost of the library. Error in the Proctor's accounts.\n                     References to Briscoe G. Baldwin, John Bowyer, Wilson J. Cary, John Hartwell\n                     Cocke, Peter M. Daniel, David S. Garland, William F. Gordon, Chapman Johnson,\n                     Daniel Sheffey, Allen Taylor, and Henry E. Watkins.  [1962]","[N-384]","Davy can help Joe. Estate of John Bacon.  [3016]","T. J. entries concern slaves. Other entries in hands of T. J. Randolph and\n                     Martha J. Randolph.  [3017]","Plan of dome room with specifications on back, beginning: \"Rotunda, reduced to\n                     the proportions of the Pantheon and accomodated to the purposes of a Library\n                     for the University with rooms for drawing, music, examinations and other\n                     accessory purposes.\" Construction began in 1823.  [N-331, K-11]","Maverick's engraving of University ground plan. Instructions for installing\n                     ornaments for Poplar Forest and the University pavilions. T. J.'s recent fall.\n                     References to Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough, and John Hemings.\n                         [1964]","Funds for the University. University's popularity shown in elections in\n                     Mecklenburg, Lunenburg, Brunswick, Greenville, Henrico, Norfolk, and Essex\n                     counties. References to Mr. Clopton, James Hunter, Arthur Lee, and Addison\n                     Powell.  [1965]","Lodgings for John Gorman, a workman at the University.  [1966]","Requests that Cabell, Chapman Johnson, and George Loyall sign a special call\n                     for a Board of Visitors meeting as soon as the lower house passes the bill\n                     financing the library building. Martin Dawson's estimate of University debts\n                     higher than Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough's. Financing of a state system of\n                     education. Primary education most important, the University next, secondary\n                     schools the least. Mentions James Breckenridge, John Hartwell Cocke, and James\n                     Madison.  [1967]","Concerning discharging the $20,000 debt of W. C. Nicholas.","Loan to T. J. Randolph to discharge Wilson C. Nicholas' bond to the Bank of the\n                     United States.  [1968]","Funds for the University and for colleges and primary schools throughout the\n                     state. Question of moving the capital from Richmond. References to\n                     Hampden-Sydney College, William F. Gordon, [William Cabell] Rives, and Samuel\n                     Taylor.  [1969]","Applying for a position at South Carolina College, with information on his\n                     education, experience, and devotion to the principles for which Robert Emmet\n                     died. Impossibility of returning to Ireland under present conditions. Letter of\n                     introduction from William Sampson.  [1970]","Agrees to place University first, later to come forward as patron of the\n                     primary schools. Disapproves special favors for Hampden-Sydney. Requests\n                     written approval from Board of Visitors for engaging workmen for library.\n                     Mentions Chapman Johnson, George Loyall, and William C. Rives.\n                         [1971]","Valuation of the slaves at Poplar Forest, made in connection with a settlement\n                     between Jefferson and Francis Eppes.  [1972]","Meeting of the Board of Visitors. Loan bill for the University secure. Mr.\n                     Brockenbrough's accounts. References to Philip Doddridge and Thomas Griffin.\n                         [1973]","Attacks on Brockenbrough's honesty by James Oldham, a worker at the University,\n                     sent to Thomas Griffin of the House of Delegates.  [1974]","Passage of the University Bill. References to William F. Gordon, Chapman\n                     Johnson, and George Loyall.  [1975]","No attention paid to James Oldham's charges against Arthur Brockenbrough.\n                     Chapman Johnson's failure to attend meetings of Board of Visitors. University\n                     finances. Application from Dr. Tones, formerly of the College of William and\n                     Mary, for the chemistry chair at the University of Virginia. References to\n                     Briscoe Baldwin, John Bowyer, Philip Doddridge, David S. Garland, William F.\n                     Gordon, George Loyall, Daniel Sheffey, Allen Taylor, and Joseph Watkins.\n                         [1976]","Bill for Poplar Forest ornaments.  [1977]","Legislature empowered Literary Board to supply more funds to University. Mr.\n                     Cabell and Mr. Loyall approved acceptance of loans; if Madison approves, T. J.\n                     and John Hartwell Cocke can proceed to employ workmen without meeting of Board\n                     of Visitors.  [3019]","Congratulations on loan for the University. Suggests that work begin without\n                     formal meeting of the Board of Visitors.  [3020]","Congratulations on loan for the University. Suggests that work begin without\n                     formal meeting of the Board of Visitors.  [1831]","Requests his attendance to discuss the hiring of workmen for the Rotunda, since\n                     legislature has permitted a $60,000 loan. Expects written authorization from\n                     James Breckenridge, Joseph Cabell, George Loyall, and James Madison. Mentions\n                     Arthur Brockenbrough, James Dinsmore, and John Neilson.  [1978]","Requesting her cousin's aid in settling the affairs of her deceased brother,\n                     George Jefferson. Believes that John Garland Jefferson and Patrick Gibson are\n                     being unfair to her.  [1979]","Law regarding seats on the Board of Visitors. Contracts for the library should\n                     be for a definite amount. References to Chapman Johnson and John Augustine\n                     Smith.  [1980]","Probably drawn by John Neilson. Previously attributed to Cornelia Jefferson\n                     Randolph.  [N-354]","Expressing thanks for a copy of Morse's \"Geography\". Age prevents his offering\n                     detailed criticism of tables, but notes omission of William and Mary from list\n                     of colleges.  [1981]","Application for chair of languages at University of Virginia. Transmits four\n                     letters, to be returned, from Robert S. Garnett, Thomas Cooper, and himself.\n                         [1982]","Brockenbrough encloses contracts for work at the University of Virginia with\n                     [James] Dinsmore and [John] Neilson. See 1823 March 12 for contracts.","Returns contracts (for work on the Rotunda) with James Dinsmore, John Neilson,\n                     and Thorn \u0026 Chamberlain. Requests statement of funds as work\n                     progresses. Enclosure: contracts with Dinsmore and Neilson.\n                         [1983]","Contracts made by Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough with Thorn \u0026 Chamberlain,\n                     John Neilson, and James Dinsmore for work on the Rotunda.\n                         [1984]","Invitation to dine at Monticello with Mr. Dodge of Marseilles.\n                         [3021]","Progress on Rotunda. Letter from Thomas J. O'Flaherty. Professor Edward Everett\n                     of Boston must seem heretic to New England.  [3022]","Contracts for the library. Funds for the purchase of books and apparatus.\n                     References to John Hartwell Cocke and Chapman Johnson.  [1985]","Returns papers which have been communicated to James Madison. Cannot appoint\n                     professors until University's debt is discharged. On verso: calculations (for\n                     slaves' clothing?).  [1986]","Merits of the Journal of the Law School sent to T. J. by Taylor. (The law\n                     school referred to is one conducted by Taylor at his estate, Needham).\n                         [1987]","Expenses and income in Albemarle and Bedford. Plans for payment of his own\n                     debts by 1827, of Wilson C. Nicholas' by 1830, and \"the lands will all be\n                     saved\". List of his creditors: [Joseph] Antrim, Edmund Bacon, Bank of the\n                     United States, Bank of Virginia, Joseph Bishop, Brands' executors, Bramham\n                     \u0026 Bibb, Youen Carden, Hugh Chisholm, Dabney Cosby, Martin Dawson, Dodge\n                     \u0026 Oxnard, Francis Eppes, John Wayles Eppes, Farmer's Bank, John Gorman,\n                     Mr. Gough, Elijah Ham, [Frederick W.?] Hatch, David Higginbotham, John Jones,\n                     James Leitch, Leroy \u0026 Bayard, James Lyle, Charles Massie, B. Miller,\n                     John Neilson, Mr. Pini, Hanah Proctor, Dr. Ragland, James Rawlings, Archibald\n                     Robertson, University of Virginia, Dr. Watkins, Mr. Welsh, John Winn, and Joel\n                     Yancey.  [1988]","Regrets that physical disability prevents him from providing material for\n                     Walsh's projected biography. Biography ought not to be written while the\n                     subject is alive, because of difficulty in being properly critical and because\n                     he should have access to the letters of the person while writing. \". . . the\n                     letters of a person . . . form the only full and genuine journal of his life;\n                     and few can let them go out of their own hands while they live. a life written\n                     after these hoards become opened to investigation must supercede any previous\n                     one.\" Correa a member of the Cortes and in poor health, disapproves of our\n                     administration.  [1989]","Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough's and Martin Dawson's estimate of debts,\n                     subscriptions, annuity, prospects of help from legislature, and immediate loans\n                     needed for Rotunda.  [1990]","Brockenbrough encloses contract with Mr. Coffee [not present] because Coffee is\n                     \"dissatisfied and complains heavily of his bargain.\" Brockenbrough also asks\n                     for a public statement on his performance as Proctor since his character has\n                     been \"furiously attacked by an anonymous writer under the name of a\n                     Farmer.\"","Acknowledging a gift of wine. Refuses comment on Adlum's book on wine culture.\n                         [1991]","Sends receipt for Chapman Johnson's subscription to the University. Hopes\n                     Breckenridge's election to the legislature will ensure remission of\n                     University's debt. Estimate of present debt.  [1992]","Instructions for James Dinsmore and John Neilson on the entablature of the\n                     Rotunda.  [1993]","Requests information as to when he should begin his work at the University. Has\n                     toured Germany, France, and Holland collecting materials for lectures. Wishes\n                     to know if his books may enter duty free.  [1994]","Payment for ornaments for the University. Mix-up in shipment. Reference to\n                     Bernard Peyton.  [1995]","T. J. accepts an offer for two already-published volumes in English of\n                     Bartolomé de las Casas with the subsequent volumes to be shipped later\n                     and refuses a copy of Alexander Wilson's  American\n                        ornithology  as too expensive. He hopes that a less expensive version\n                     without plates might be published.","Recommends tax on whiskey to discourage its consumption, but not on imported\n                     wines. Belief in support of infant industries only when they can in the future\n                     become strong. Refuses to express an opinion on the next election.\n                         [1996]","Problems concerning the north front of the Rotunda.  [1997]","Literary Fund Board has authorized loan of $40,000 to the University. Regrets\n                     his delay prevented T. J.'s trip to Poplar Forest. Mentions Alexander Garrett.\n                         [1998]","Alexander Garrett certified as Bursar of the University of Virginia.\n                         [1999]","To Bedford. T. J. Randolph believes tobacco must have reached Richmond.\n                     Payments to Jacobs and Raphael. Nail rod.  [3023]","Authorizing Alexander Garrett, Bursar of the University of Virginia, to receive\n                     funds from the Literary Fund and to transact business for the Board of\n                     Visitors.  [2000]","Bond for $40,000. Conditions of repayment. Note at bottom: \"November 21. 23.\n                     executed a bond for 5000. D. copied verbatim from this except as to sum.\"\n                         [2001]","Application for a position at the University of Virginia teaching French,\n                     Spanish, and Italian. Lists experiences at the University of France and at Dr.\n                     Allen's Academy. Refers him to P. S. DuPonceau.  [2002]","Bond, in T. J.'s hand.","Opening of University uncertain, and appointment of professors delayed.\n                         [2003]","T. J. thanks Somerville for a book on the French revolution.","Hopes Cooper will come to the University of Virginia despite revival of\n                     persecutions from the genus irritabile vatum. Columbian Register of May 10th\n                     contains no article by Ignatius Thompson but does have a message from the\n                     Governor of Connecticut.  [2004]","Advice concerning the settlement of George Jefferson's estate. His high regard\n                     for her father, George Jefferson, and brothers, George Jefferson and John\n                     Garland Jefferson. Mentions Patrick Gibson.  [2005]","Papers to T. J. Randolph at Richmond. Financial problems caused by recent death\n                     of friend. Hopes to open University in time for Giles's son to attend.\n                     Legislature to determine opening date. T. J.'s fractured arm.\n                         [3023-a]","Sends drawings to correct ill effect of angles in passage of the Rotunda.\n                         [2006]","Specifications on back. Construction began in 1823.  [N-330, K-10,\n                        171]","Letter of introduction for Mr. Miralla of South America, who is bringing papers\n                     from T. J.  [2007]","Requesting T. J.'s advice on plan of jail for Nelson County.\n                         [2008]","Age and debility prevent his attending Fourth of July celebration.\n                         [2009]","Plans for Cumberland jail. Literary Board to wait. Rotunda construction. Marble\n                     in transit New York to Richmond.  [3025]","Thomas Appleton's account for the capitals; account of Jonathan Thompson,\n                     Collector of New York, for duty and freight; Thomas Bell's account for freight.\n                         [2010]","Forwards extract of a letter from George Ticknor of Harvard, complimenting the\n              scholarship, zeal, and character of Harrison's son, Jesse Burton Harrison.\n               [2011]","T. J. writes that he was contacted by \"M. Jullien, a person of distinguished science\" to be a contributor to \n               Revue encyclopédique.  \n              The  Revue's  \"object is, by correspondents \n              established in every part of the world, to collect, as to a single focus, the discoveries, \n              inventions, and advances of science generally in every country, and to present in a single mass those deemed worthy of being known.\" \n              T. J. says that due to his age and \"the crippled state of both my hands, writing is become too difficult and slow for me to undertake any correspondence.\" \n              He hopes that by forwarding the matter to Patterson \"some younger member of our society ... might be disposed to accept M. Jullien's correspondence.\" \n              T. J. encloses Jullien's papers [not present] and closes by \"renewing to the Philosophical Society the homage of my respect.\"","Thanking T. J. for his aid in planning the Nelson County jail. References to\n                     Mr. Crawford, Mr. Peck, and William Philips.  [2012]","Cost of the capitals delivered at the University. Mentions Bernard Peyton,\n                     Thomas Appleton, Lyman Peck.  [2013]","Application for position at the University of Virginia. Encloses letters from\n                     T. J., John Roane, and Thomas Cooper.  [2014]","Selection of the site of the Nelson County jail. Details of its plan.\n                     References to Arthur Brockenbrough, William Cosby, Mr. Crawford, Mr. Nelson,\n                     John Perry, William Phillips. Enclosure: memorandum of the contract made 29\n                     July 1823 between Robert Rives, Joseph C. Cabell, and Thomas Massie, Jr., for\n                     the court of Nelson County, and William B. Phillips, who agrees to build the\n                     jail. Contract refers to Jefferson's plan.  [2015]","Recommends Thomas J. O'Flaherty for professorship at the University.\n                         [2016]","Change in his drawing of the library room of the Rotunda.\n                         [2017]","Door for the Rotunda.  [2018]","Construction details regarding main door of Rotunda. Fire at the state\n                     penitentiary.  [2019]","T. J. comments on \"Phocion's\" article in the  National\n                        Intelligencer  regarding the dangers of the election of the president\n                     by states when there is no majority of electoral votes; mentions Col. Taylor's\n                     proposed amendment, the small chance of reform, and his own renunciation of\n                     politics.","Forwards plan of University with printed explanations. Reports progress of\n                     construction. Hopes legislature will enable University to open by liberating\n                     funds. University to be alma mater of South and West.  [2020]","Ford to paint Mrs. Randolph's portrait at Monticello.  [3025-a]","Terms of agreement with Giacomo Raggi for bases of columns. Mentions Mr.\n                     Negrin, John Neilson, and James Dinsmore.  [2021]","Requesting payment of balance due him.  [2022]","Ford to paint the President's (James Monroe's) portrait. Assistance in moving\n                     Ford's instruments.  [3025-b]","Recommending Mr. and Mrs. John Gray as boarding-house keepers for the\n                     University.  [2023]","Recommending that Giacomo Raggi be given an advance, secured by alabaster and\n                     marble which he has permission to sell. Receipt for $50 signed by Raggi.\n                         [2024]","Arrival of Corinthian and Ionic capitals from Italy.  [2025]","Arrival of Corinthian and Ionic capitals from Italy. Itemizes variations from\n                     directions given. Inferior to those done by Michael Raggi.\n                         [2026]","Sends three potato pumpkins and a cushaw squash with cultivation directions.\n                         [2027]","Recommends James W. Ford as portrait painter. Mentions portrait of James\n                     Monroe.  [3025-c]","For carving of Corinthian bases for University of Virginia columns, to be\n                     executed by Raggi under the direction of Thomas Appleton.\n                         [2028]","Concerning work on the Rotunda.","Capitals received approved on the whole, but certain details unsatisfactory.\n                     Contract with Giacomo Raggi for Rotunda capitals. Requests price of bases for\n                     columns, wooden columns for interior, and marble squares for floor. Asks for\n                     engraving of Pantheon. Payment to be remitted by Bernard Peyton through Samuel\n                     Williams of London.  [2029]","Coffey's and Roscoe's books on prisons. Unable to find the Oxford and Cambridge\n                     Guide. New purchase of land will make it necessary to withdraw from the Senate.\n                         [2030]","Transfer of title of the University lands from the Proctor to the Rector and\n                     Visitors.  [2031]","Literary Board funds inadequate. Bursar needs supplement for Proctor.\n                         [3026]","Consultation with James Madison regarding a substitute for Cabell (in making\n                     the trip to Europe to engage faculty for the University).\n                         [2032]","Muscat and Madeira wines. Mr. and Mrs. Martin to dine. Mrs. Randolph to visit.\n                         [3027]","Settlement of James Oldham's and John Neilson's account. Requests estimate of\n                     money available for professors.  [2033]","Order to remit funds for the Rotunda columns to Thomas Appleton, Leghorn,\n                     Italy, through Bernard Peyton, Richmond.  [2034]","Personal affairs delay his attending Assembly meetings. Returns Roscoe's work\n                     on prisons. University bill to be pushed by James Breckenridge and Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.  [2035]","Estimate of expenses for the University of Virginia for 1824, unless\n                     brickmaking is resumed. Martin Dawson's charges will be slight in future.\n                         [2036]","Bill to remove the University debt. References to Colonel Boyd, William F.\n                     Gordon, James Pleasants, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [2037]","T. J. presents Laval with a list of books he wants sent to him.","T. J. recommends Philips for the excellence of his bricklaying and \"correctness\n                     of his conduct.\"","Number of hands required for the next year's work at the University.\n                         [2038]","Funds for the University. References to Thomas Miller and Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr.  [2039]","State of funds for 1823, estimate for 1824, annual income, annual expenses, and\n                     probable expenses of a student.  [2040]","Search of Truth in the Science of the Human Mind.  [3028]","Detailed account of funds and debts 1820-1823. Interest payments projected to\n                     1839.  [2041]","[2042]","Deals with right of Francis Eppes to that part of John Wayles Eppes' estate\n                     which John Wayles Eppes possessed in right of his first wife, Maria Jefferson\n                     Eppes. Mentions Martha B. Eppes, John Wayles Eppes' second wife; Mr. Burton, an\n                     executor; Pantops, a part of John Wayles Eppes' land.  [2043]","Instructions to bricklayers and carpenters at work on the Rotunda.\n                         [2044]","Introducing Mr. Ralston of Philadelphia and Captain Chapman, who wish to see\n                     the University of Virginia.  [2045]","Wine from Dodge and Oxnard by brig Caledonia from Marseilles. Schooner Hiram,\n                     Thomas Dunike, Master, care of Collector of Port of Richmond. Account mentions\n                     Wilson Hunt.  [3029]","T. J. offers a few words of advice on the conduct of life, at the request of\n                     Grotjan's mother. A postscript, Philadelphia, 1833 June 9, by Andrew Jackson,\n                     recommends a \"rigid adherence\" to Jefferson's advice.","Interest charges on University funds. Whether to have 7 or 8 professors.\n                         [3030]","Jefferson is writing to Barbour on behalf of James Leander Cathcart, a former\n                     consul to the Barbary States, seeking new government employment.","Code of Regulations on distribution of courses among University professors.\n                     Encloses a copy AD. 2 pp.of T. J. ENACTMENTS TO BE PROPOSED TO VISITORS OF\n                     UNIVERSITY. Eight professors: ancient languages, modern languages, mathematics,\n                     natural philosophy, natural history, anatomy, moral philosophy, and law.\n                         [3031]","Funds for University, as reported in Enquirer. If Legislature can repeal\n                     endowment, University cannot compete with European schools. Not to he \"common\n                     local academy\" like Hampden-Sydney, Lexington, and Rumford.\n                         [3033]","Funds for the University. Purchase of books. Reference to Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr.  [2046]","Passage of the University bill. Funds for purchase of library and apparatus.\n                     Recommending Claude Crozet as professor of mathematics and Dabney Carr as\n                     professor of law. Mentions Alexander Garrett.  [2047]","Draft on Bank of Pennsylvania care of Bernard Peyton.  [3034]","Funds for the University of Virginia. Reappointment of the Board of Visitors.\n                     Funds for library and apparatus. Importance of choosing faculty on merit alone\n                     rather than from favoritism, which practice has lowered standards at the\n                     College of Philadelphia and at Edinburgh University. Has never appointed\n                     relation to office, because always found someone else better qualified.\n                         [2048]","Rembrandt Peale's work on painting of George Washington. University more\n                     beautiful than anything in U.S. or Europe. Museum.  [3035]","Renews application for professorship of botany, zoology, mineralogy, geology,\n                     physics, geometry, mental philosophy, ancient history of America, archaeology,\n                     phonology, and philology. Enclosures: catalog of his principal works; newspaper\n                     articles by Rafinesque, dealing with American anthropology and with a new tree\n                     of Kentucky, cladrastis fragrans.  [2049]","Logrolling attempt: University bill and the bill to recharter the Farmer's\n                     Bank. References to James Breckenridge, Alexander Garrett, William F. Gordon,\n                     and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [2050]","Request for 1200 bricks to be placed to the account of John M. Perry.\n                         [2051]","Confirms the appointment of T. J., James Madison, Chapman Johnson, Joseph C.\n                     Cabell, George Loyall, James Breckinridge and John Hartwell Cocke as Visitors\n                     of the University of Virginia and authorizes them to fix a day for meeting.","T. J.'s commission as a Visitor of the University of Virginia, signed by James\n                     Pleasants, Jr.","List necessary expenditures for the University. Sends balance sheet up to 31\n                     December [1823].  [2052]","Estimate of income and expenses for the year 1823. Mentions Martin Dawson.\n                         [2053]","Funds for the University from the debt due Virginia from the Federal\n                     government. Francis Walker Gilmer's scheme of professorships. References to\n                     James Barbour, William F. Gordon, [George?] Hay, Chapman Johnson, James\n                     Madison, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [2054]","Memorandum concerning the renewal of his notes held by the Bank of the U. S.,\n                     the Farmer's Bank, and the Bank of Virginia.  [2055]","Note concerning University of Virginia debts.  [2056]","Complete victory of the friends of the University in the Assembly. Downfall of\n                     William and Mary seems certain. Suggests hiring of certain of the William and\n                     Mary faculty: John A. Smith, Mr. Campbell, James B. Rogers, and James Semple.\n                     References to John Bowyer, James Breckenridge, Alexander Garrett, William F.\n                     Gordon, Chapman Johnson, George Loyall, James Madison, and Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.  [2057]","Selection of chemical and philosophical apparatus adapted to the needs of the\n                     University of Virginia. Sources of apparatus: New York, London, Paris.\n                         [2058]","Discussion of relative merits of dissection and wax models in teaching anatomy;\n                     practices of Caspar Wistar and Philip S. Physick. Urges good medical library.\n                     Will send list of books needed and a collection of bones.\n                         [2059]","Concerning offer for sale of anatomical collection in Amsterdam of Dr. Bonus","Physick presents his qualifications for the anatomical department of the\n                     University of Virginia.","Applies for chemistry vacancy mentioned by Thomas Cooper. Mentions T. J.'s\n                     friendship for his father. Benjamin Franklin Bache. Reference to [Lardner]\n                     Vanuxem.  [2060]","Suggests changes in the galleries of the Rotunda, on which James Dinsmore and\n                     John Neilson are working without his permission. Noted by Jefferson:\n                     \"disapproved\".  [2061]","Plans for the library. References to John Neilson and James Dinsmore.\n                         [2062]","Applies for tutorial position at the University. Describes education at\n                     Glasgow, at Trinity College, Dublin, and at Oxford. Sends copies of\n                     recommendations from B. Lloyd, professor of mathematics, and the Reverend\n                     Thomas Gannon. Mentions the Reverends C. Boyton, J. Gutch, Henry Harte, and\n                     James Kennelly.  [2063]","Sends list of chemical apparatus adequate for the University of Virginia.\n                     Enclosure:  Catalogue of Apparatus. [2064]","Attempt to get recognition of the University's claim to money owed Virginia by\n                     the United States. Monroe's recommendation of  [James G.?] Percival  and  [John] Torrey  for the University faculty.\n                     References to James Barbour, William H. Crawford, Chapman Johnson, and William\n                     Wirt.  [2065]","Estimate of cost of Rotunda to date. Payments to Thorn \u0026 Chamberlain,\n                     contract with Giacomo Raggi, itemized list of building materials.\n                         [2066]","Subjects to be taught by University professors; their duties and salaries.\n                         [3037]","Returning a horse loaned by T. J. Reference to Col. John Coles and to Mr.\n                     Maclure.  [2067]","Conveying land in Albemarle County to the University of Virginia. Witnessed by\n                     John M. Perry. Approved by T. J.  [2068]","Conveying land in Albemarle County to the University of Virginia. Witnessed by\n                     John M. Perry. Approved by T. J.  [2069]","Number of professors that can be hired. Estimated expenses for 1824.\n                         [2070]","Board of Visitors will consider his application in October. Glad the son of his\n                     late friend, Benjamin Franklin Bache, is qualified.  [2071]","Legislature approved funds for University. Visitors want to open February,\n                     1825. Professors from Europe. Work on Rotunda. Trist's work on catalogues. Mrs.\n                     Lewis, Mrs. Southall, and Dr. Ragland dead. Charlottesville's growth. Mentions\n                     Hore Browse Trist, Jr.  [3038]","Agreeing to the engagement of the anatomical professor from Europe. Pleased to\n                     see the number of foreign professors is to be limited. Note by John Hartwell\n                     Cocke: \"I concur with Mr. Cabell in the above.\"  [2072]","Sends letters from accountant of Literary Fund and from cashier of Farmer's\n                     Bank of Virginia. Asks instructions regarding a loan from the Bank of Virginia.\n                     Mentions Chapman Johnson.  [2073]","Concerning John Wayles Eppes' estate. Fruit and tobacco crops. Request for\n                     pyracanthus root.  [2074]","Introducing Gilmer, and granting him full authority to engage professors for\n                     the University of Virginia. On same sheet as  [2115] [2075]","Rector and Visitors appoint Gilmer to go to Great Britain and Europe to hire\n                     professors.  [3039]","Notes on reverse dated April 26, 1824.  [N-368, K-32]","Request for \"ground plats\" (Maverick's engraving?) of the University to be sent\n                     to Europe. Requests tin for his house.  [2076]","Receipt for bills of exchange drawn by Joseph Mann on Gowan \u0026 Marx of\n                     London for Gilmer's use as agent of the University to recruit faculty members,\n                     and for purposes of the University designated by instructions. Approved by T.\n                     J.  [2077]","List of titles with prices estimated in pounds sterling.","Scheme of education for Virginia. Preparatory schools to teach classical\n                     languages, geometry, and geography not yet established. Department of grammar,\n                     rhetoric, and oratory at University of Virginia. Mentions professors at\n                     University, and pamphlet and grammar of composition.  [3039-a]","Ill health prevents his leaving Monticello. If consultation necessary, requests\n                     Brockenbrough and Bergmin to come to Monticello.  [2078]","Translation of Gay de Vernon's Treatise on the Science of War and\n                     Fortification. Politics in U.S., liberty in Europe, election of 1800. Praises\n                     William Harris Crawford.  [3039-b]","Attitude of the University toward the possible removal of the College of\n                     William and Mary from Williamsburg to Richmond. Views on the subject held by\n                     William Armistead, Colonel Bassett, Chancellor Brown, [John B.?] Clopton, Dr.\n                     Charles Everett, N. Faulcon, Dr. Galt of Williamsburg, [James M.?] Garrett,\n                     Thomas Griffin, Mr. Johnson of Williamsburg, George Loyall, Thomas Macon,\n                     Bishop Moore, Hugh Nelson, Mr. Nicholas, Brazure W. Pryor, Archibald Ritchie,\n                     Judge James Semple, Mr. Scott, John W. Sourell, L. W. Tazewell, and John Tyler.\n                         [2079]","Cabell introduces an astronomer, Mr. Goodacre, to T. J.","T. J. thanks Hosack for two volumes, comments on the mathematical abilities of\n                     M. Audrain, explains why the University is hiring European professors and\n                     sympathizes on a recent bereavement.","Fountain pen like Mr. Cowan's. Richmond watchmaker, for Mr. Dyer.\n                         [3040]","T. J. encloses a letter [not present] from Joseph Carrington Cabell regarding a\n                     proposal to move the College of William and Mary to Richmond and a University\n                     of Virginia Board of Visitors decision to hire a medical professor.","Discussion of the removal of the College of William and Mary from its present\n                     site to Richmond or a possible consolidation with the University. Would welcome\n                     the library and funds of William and Mary but not their faculty in case of\n                     consolidation. Suitability of Richmond and Norfolk as site of medical school.\n                     Mentions James Madison.  [2080]","Orders polished marble squares for Rotunda floor. Requests supervision of\n                     Giacomo Raggi's contract for bases of columns. Raggi left New York on ship\n                     Cyane for Gibraltar.  [2081]","Urging that the friends of the University of Virginia be passive in regard to\n                     the removal of William and Mary from Williamsburg to Richmond, Petersburg, or\n                     the western part of the state.  [2082]","Material about the University of Virginia for use in McKennie's newspaper, the\n                         Central Gazette  : date of opening, dormitory\n                     facilities, courses offered, and fees.  [2083]","Interview included right of Georgia to the Cherokee lands, character of Indians\n                     and African Americans, tariff, disposition of Great Britain toward Spain and\n                     the United States, religion, and theology. Brief account of interviews with\n                     Colonel James, P. P. Barbour, and James Madison.  [2084]","Recommends a reservoir be placed on the Rotunda for fire-protection. Plans for the University's water supply. References to Mr. Chamberlain, John Perry, and\n                     A. B. Thorn.  [2085]","Sends report on the plan of the University for Dr. [Dugald] Stewart and others.\n                     Failure of legislature to appropriate money for books and apparatus.\n                     Possibility that William and Mary may consolidate with the University. Sends\n                     acknowledgment to Major [John] Cartwright for a volume on the English\n                     Constitution that he sent. Suggests presenting copy of report on the University\n                     to Cartwright.  [2086]","Illness of Mrs. [St. George] Tucker prevents his visiting T. J. at Monticello\n                     and the Madisons at Montpellier. Removal of William and Mary to Richmond.\n                         [2087]","Contract to teach French, Italian, German, English, Anglo-Saxon, modern\n                     history, and geography. Salary, prequisites, and conditions of the\n                     professorships.  [2088]","Visitors to open University 1 February 1825. European scholars because American\n                     not suitably prominent.  [3041]","Agreeing to subscribe to Mitchell's newspaper.  [2089]","Recommends Col. Bernard Peyton for office in Richmond. Mentions Bedford.\n                         [3041-a]","Introduces Col. Bernard Peyton of Richmond, a commission merchant who travels\n                     to expand his business in North.  [3041-b]","Requests instructions for John Gorman, who is working on the Rotunda. James\n                     Dinsmore and John Neilson need funds.  [2090]","Belief in human progress and perfectibility. Advocates Indian rights.\n                         [2091]","Busy at University. O'Flaherty's competence in Greek, Latin, French, and\n                     English.  [3042]","Request for copies of the Rockfish Gap Report and [Maverick's] plan of the\n                     University.  [2092]","Orders material for saddlecloth.  [3043]","Grain samples from Mr. Gelston, New York, for Albemarle Agricultural Society.\n                         [3044]","Application for professorship of modern languages, geography, and history.\n                     Lists qualifications and education. Gives Robert Walsh, Jr., as reference.\n                     Enclosure: prospects of Mount Airy College, P. F. B. Constant, Principal. Label\n                     in T. J.'s hand \"Candidates for Professorships.\"  [2093]","Recommendation for Joseph Antrim as plasterer on basis of work at University of\n                     Virginia.  [3044-a]","Contract to teach anatomy, surgery, history and theory of medicine, physiology,\n                     materia medica, and pharmacy. Salary, perquisites, and conditions.\n                         [2094]","Contract to teach mathematics, navigation, architecture, astronomy. Salary,\n                     perquisites, and conditions.  [2095]","Contract to teach Latin, Greek, Hebrew, rhetoric, belles lettres, ancient\n                     history, ancient geography. Salary, perquisites, and conditions.\n                         [2096]","Contract to teach natural philosophy, mechanics, statics, hydrostatics,\n                     hydraulics, pneumatics, acoustics, optics, and astronomy. Salary, perquisites,\n                     and conditions.  [2097]","Application for professorship of anatomy and physics.  [2098]","T. J. asks that the bearer of the note, named Joe, choose some iron.","Resolutions concerning the leasing of hotels and the rent to be paid. Copy sent\n                     to Brockenbrough.  [2099]","Madison discusses Thomas Walker Gilmer's recruitment of English professors for\n                     the newly-established University of Virginia, the merits of domestic vs.\n                     foreign professors, and candidates for hotel keepers.","Advice on selection of professors. Prefers English, Irish, or Scotch to German\n                     professors. George Blaettermann's books to be passed duty-free. Funds from\n                     legislature for books. Lafayette's visit to Charlottesville and the University.\n                     Hopes Gilmer will accept position at University. Requests copy of Michael\n                     Russell's book on Scottish universities. Presidential election between William\n                     H. Crawford and John Q. Adams. Mentions James Ivory and Sir John Leslie.\n                         [2100]","Board of Visitors has no money. Scottish, English, Irish, German professors.\n                     Second-rate Europeans better than second-rate Americans. Ivory and Leslie\n                     acceptable. No duty on George Blaettermann's books. U.S. debt to Virginia.\n                     LaFayette to visit Monticello, Montpelier, and University. Russel's Views of\n                     the System of Education in the Universities of Scotland, with appendix on\n                     England, published at Edinburgh. Endorsed by T. J. as never received by Gilmer,\n                     and returned to T. J.  [3045]","Orders sewing supplies.  [3046]","Returns Francis Walker Gilmer's letter which he has copied. Gilmer must not\n                     fail to bring professor of natural philosophy for the University. Originally\n                     calendared as 1824 October 19.  [3046-a]","Orders screws and copperas.  [3047]","Abscessed jaw improved. Approval of Coolidge's marriage to Ellen Randolph.\n                     Inability to provide a dowry. Plan to use Milizia's book on architecture as a\n                     text at the University. General Lafayette's approaching visit. Reference to\n                     James Madison.  [2101]","Returns papers and a copy of the Proctor's account for T. J.'s files.\n                     Recommends higher boarding rates to attract good hotel keepers.\n                         [2102]","Inviting Mr. and Mrs. Madison to meet Lafayette at Charlottesville. Lafayette\n                     to go to Montpellier and Fredericksburg. No news from Francis Walker Gilmer.\n                         [2103]","Distressed by news of Gilmer's ill health. Exemption of George Blaettermann's\n                     books from duties. Details on board and lodging prepared for the professors.\n                     Mentions Bernard Peyton, agent for the University in Richmond.\n                         [2105]","Urges him to accept faculty post at University of Virginia.\n                         [2106]","Returns donation for purchase of Polyglot Bible through Alexander Garrett since\n                     Cummings \u0026 Hillard have sold it. Francis Walker Gilmer has engaged five\n                     professors. Visitors must meet to appoint others.  [2107]","University will open on 1 February 1825 since Gilmer has hired George\n                     Blaettermann, Charles Bonnycastle, Robley Dunglison, Thomas Key, and George\n                     Long, expected from Europe in a few days.  [2108]","Wishes to know port professors will enter, so as to secure remission of duty on\n                     books. Requests information on John Torrey's attitude toward chair of natural\n                     history. Urges Gilmer to accept chair of law.  [2109]","Measurements of Rotunda dome. Sends Hotel contracts for his inspection.\n                         [2110]","Introducing Richard Kidder Meade, whose father wishes to manage boarding houses\n                     for the University of Virginia.  [2111]","Wrote [Joseph] Anderson, state comptroller, to instruct collector to exempt\n                     professors' books from duty. Problems of immediate accommodations for\n                     professors.  [2112]","Sends suggested form for articles of agreement for leases of Hotels, covering\n                     all details of operation. Copy form is a lease with John Gray, Jr.\n                         [2113]","Applies for post of librarian at University of Virginia. William Tilghman a\n                     reference.  [2114]","T. J. writes that the University of Virginia professors from England are\n                     expected \"hourly\" at Richmond or Norfolk, and requests that their books be\n                     exempt from duties.","Endorsed with the names of Professors George Blaettermann, Charles Bonnycastle,\n                     Robley Dunglison, John Patton Emmet, Thomas H. Key, and George Long.\n                         [2115]","Cabell's business at Corotoman. Assembly politics with respect to the bill to\n                     move the College of William and Mary to Richmond and funds for the University.\n                     References to George Blaettermann, Francis T. Brooke, John Bowyer, William\n                     Brockenbrough, John Coalter, James M. Garnett, George Hay, Chapman Johnson, Mr.\n                     Leigh, Judge Marshall, James Madison, Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and Robert B.\n                     Taylor.  [2116]","Decision to vote against the bill to remove William and Mary to Richmond.\n                     Medical education at the University. References to Chapman Johnson and Thomas\n                     Mann Randolph, Jr.  [2117]","Recommendations regarding the removal of William and Mary and division of her\n                     funds among ten collegiate districts. University should get $50,000 from\n                     Congress. Meeting of Visitors to appoint remaining faculty members. George\n                     Long's arrival.  [2118]","T. J. asks Breckinridge to keep the contents of this letter secret. T. J.\n                     believes that Francis Walker Gilmer will decline the professorship of law at\n                     the University and asks Breckinridge if William Campbell Preston would be a\n                     suitable candidate.","Jefferson and Madison prefer George Tucker for chair of ethics. Bill for\n                     district colleges. Mentions Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., and William F. Gordon.\n                         [2119]","Recommends the Rev. Joseph P. Bertrum, who wishes to teach at the University of\n                     Virginia. Failure of John Adams \"animal economy\" but not his intellectual\n                     powers. Foresees trouble about inscription on Bunker Hill Monument. Republic\n                     ungrateful in not providing one for Samuel Adams. Enclosure: \"Heads of a Course\n                     of Lectures on Natural History given annually (since 1788) in the University of\n                     Cambridge, by B. Waterhouse, M. D.\"  [2120]","Urges Jefferson to throw influence to Andrew Jackson. Clay should content\n                     himself with Mexican ministry.  [2121]","Differences of opinion between Jefferson and Madison regarding the removal of\n                     the College of William and Mary to Richmond. Funds for the University.\n                     References to John Bowyer, Judge Dabney Carr, Francis W. Gilmer, William F.\n                     Gordon, George Loyall, Mr. Nicholas, James Pleasants, Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., James Semple, John A. Smith, George Tucker, and John Tyler.\n                         [2122]","On verso: small framing diagram for library dome.  [N-332,\n                        K-12]","Applicants for situation vacated by death of James Cuthush include Franklin\n                     Bache, James F. Dana, J. Everett, Jacob Green, John Manners, James G. Percival,\n                     Arthur L. Porter, John Torrey, and G. Troost.  [2123]","A list of periodical titles, some with annual cost and place of publication,\n                     possibly to be ordered for the University of Virginia Library.","A circular letter in which T. J. pleads \"the decayed energies of body \u0026\n                     mind\" and asks \"permission to withdraw from all epistolary correspondence\n                     beyond what is required by the ordinary business and duties of life.\"","Sums owed to Farmers Bank, United States Bank, and Virginia Bank.\n                         [3049]","Offers to sell his library of 3000 to 4000 volumes to the University of\n                     Virginia. Collection includes portrait of Washington by Gilbert Stuart and\n                     other portraits of Lafayette and Peyton Randolph. Enclosure: catalog of books.\n                         [2124]","Applies for position as librarian. Alexander Garrett given as a reference.\n                         [2126]","Details on opening of the of Virginia. Professors of mathematics and natural\n                     philosophy expected shortly. Advertisement of University's opening in\n                     newspapers. Textbook sales. Qualifications to enter schools of Latin, Greek,\n                     mathematics, and natural philosophy.  [2125] ,\n                         [3050] .","Letter from George Tucker regarding a teaching position at the University.\n                     Application from Mr. Kidd for the position of professor of ethics. Bill for\n                     removal of William and Mary to Richmond to be rejected. Funds for the\n                     University. References to James Barbour, William F. Gordon, Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr., James Madison, and Judge James Semple.  [2127]","T. J. writes to Waterhouse concerning the selection of faculty members at the\n                     University of Virginia, his views on religion, the health of John Adams, and\n                     his own fears of old age and infirmity.","Offers University cabinet of conchology, mineralogy purchased by friend, Edward\n                     Wyer, in Spain. Dr. Wallace of Virginia offers to examine and report on it.\n                         [2128]","Enclose papers from [William] Coffee and text of an advertisement to be\n                     inserted in the Richmond Enquirer, the Constitutional Whig, and the principal\n                     paper of Fredericksburg concerning the opening of the University.\n                         [2129]","One of professors to act as librarian.  [2130]","Non-arrival of professors may delay opening of University. James Barbour\n                     hopeful of obtaining $50,000 from Congress for the University. Additional funds\n                     needed to complete Rotunda and anatomical theatre. Jefferson's actions to\n                     further the University have roused much personal antagonism.\n                         [2131]","Thanks for gift of books by Michael Russell and Joseph Bosworth. Agrees that\n                     William Hilliard be made the University's agent to purchase books in Europe.\n                     Recommends plates for a new edition of Wilson's Ornithology. Reported discovery\n                     in Athens of 2000 rolls of papyri of Greek authors. Expected arrival of new\n                     professors at the University.  [2132]","Orders brandy.  [3050-a]","Recommends setting up port near Norfolk to be named after Jefferson to rival\n                     New York. Begs Jefferson to use his influence for Jackson in presidential\n                     election.  [2133]","Request that T. J. prepare a bill to prevent removal of William and Mary\n                     College to Richmond. Clergy, Richmond, and the Federalists all united in favor\n                     of removal.  [2134]","Returning a copy of Michael Russell's View of Education in Scotland. Expected\n                     arrival of professors from England.  [2135]","Applies for professorship of foreign languages at University of Virginia.\n                         [2136]","Somerville's book catalog given to University's purchasing agent (Cummings and\n                     Hilliard). Funds dependent on Virginia's claim against Congress.\n                         [2137]","Will hold offer of Edward Wyer's mineral collection under consideration; funds\n                     dependent on claim of state of Virginia on Congress.  [2138]","Calls meeting of Board of Visitors of University to approve loan required for\n                     work on Rotunda, loan to be backed by subscriptions due. Mentions Arthur\n                     Brockenbrough, John Hartwell Cocke, Alexander Garrett, and James Madison.\n                         [2139]","Sends draft of bill for the discontinuance of the College of William and Mary\n                     and the establishment of colleges at Williamsburg, Hampden-Sydney, Lynchburg,\n                     Richmond, Fredericksburg, Winchester, Staunton, Fincastle, Louisburg, and\n                     Clarksburg. Distribution of the College of William and Mary's funds. Enclosure:\n                     draft of bill.  [2140]","Concerning possible sale of Edward Wyer's mineral collection to University of\n                     Virginia. Mentions Dr. Wallace.  [2141]","Financial report on his mission to Europe. Funds paid by bankers Gowan and Marx\n                     to George Blaettermann, Charles Bonnycastle, Mr. Bohn (bookseller), Mr. Cary\n                     (optician), Robley Dunglison, Thomas H. Key, and John Tuther. Encloses letters\n                     and catalogs of books and instruments from Dr. Parr, Mr. Harris, and the Rev.\n                     John Tynes.  [2142]","Urges Kean to remain at Charlottesville.  [3051]","Removal of William and Mary to Richmond. Articles in the Whig on the funds of\n                     William and Mary and the decision of the Court of Appeals in the case of\n                     Bracken and the College. References to Alexander Garrett and John A. Smith.\n                         [2143]","News of Ship Competitor. Requests authorities to support the division of\n                     William and Mary's money. Mentions Dartmouth College case.\n                         [2144]","Faculty should prescribe textbooks for most courses, but that of government\n                     should be set by Board of Visitors to prevent dissemination of Federalist\n                     principles. Necessity for investigating the sum of education rendered in each\n                     county in primary schools. Financing the medical theatre. Enclosure: resolution\n                     requiring annual statement of schooling rendered in each county, together with\n                     a sample form for the report. Enclosure: Resolutions as to the principles of\n                     government for the University of Virginia.  [2145]","Publication of a letter from T. J. to help prevent removal of the College of\n                     William and Mary to Richmond. Consideration of Francis W. Gilmer and Chancellor\n                     [St. George] Tucker for the law chair at the University. Suggests the professor\n                     of law be also given a small chancery district. References to Servant Jones and\n                     Richard Morris.  [2146]","Recommends Dr. Henry Jackson, youngest brother of Gen. James Jackson, for\n                     professorship of natural history and philosophy. Sends seed from Italy and\n                     sample of Cremona flax received from Thomas Appleton.  [2147]","Defeat of plan to remove William and Mary to Richmond. Plan for a general\n                     education system.  [2148]","Defeat of the bill to remove William and Mary to Richmond. Delay in arrival of\n                     the University faculty. T. J.'s resolutions relative to primary schools.\n                     Expresses disapproval of a constitutional convention for Virginia. Opposition\n                     to Cabell in his senatorial district. References to John Bowyer, Judge Francis\n                     T. Brooke, Col. Benjamin Cabell, John Hartwell Cocke, David S. Garland, William\n                     F. Gordon, George Loyall, and Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr.  [2149]","Funds for the University from interest claim of the Commonwealth of Virginia.\n                     References to George Loyall and Littleton W. Tazewell.  [2150]","Information regarding fees, courses, and provisions for housing and board. (The\n                     advertisement appeared in the  Enquirer  over the\n                     name of the Proctor, Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough).  [2151]","News of fire damage at Poplar Forest from Ashton. J. Hemings to repair. Wood\n                     from Captain Martin. English professors at Hampton. University opens in March.\n                         [3053]","Arrival of the University faculty. Meeting of the Board of Visitors. References\n                     to Chapman Johnson, Francis Gilmer, George Loyall, and John Hartwell Cocke.\n                         [2152]","No book agent in Charlottesville. Suggests Meredith Jones. Foulis and Leipsic\n                     classics. Paris stereotype editions the best. Dufief's French and English\n                     dictionary. Boiste's French dictionary equal to that of Academy. Many French\n                     students, some Spanish students, few German and Italian. Cubi's Spanish\n                     Dictionary, Baltimore edition adequate. Professors from England in Hampton\n                     Roads. University opens 7 March. Langard's History of England. George Brodie's\n                     History of the English Empire from the Accession of Charles I. Turner's History\n                     of the Anglo-Saxons. Hume's History of England. Thomas' edition of Edward\n                     Coke's First Institute on Littleton.  [3054]","Applies for position of librarian for son, John V. Kean, lists his\n                     qualifications. Lancelot Minor, Horatio G. Winston, and George W. Trueheart of\n                     Louisa recommend him.  [2153]","Faculty positions offered to [Henry St. George?] Tucker and to George Tucker.\n                     References to Judge John Coalter and [St. George] Tucker.\n                         [2154]","Letter from England.  [3055]","Proctor's statement of the funds of the University as of 31 December 1824.\n                         [2155]","Notice to students of opening of University to be published in  Central Gazette, Enquirer, National Intelligencer. [2156]","Enclose Visitors' ratification of loan of $5000 from Farmer's Bank. Directs\n                     remittance to Thomas Appleton through Bernard Peyton of Richmond and Samuel\n                     Williams of London for columns.  [2157]","Letter to Alexander Garrett contains instructions for payment to Thomas\n                     Appleton (for Giacomo Raggi's work on columns) through Bernard Peyton. Second\n                     letter of this date.  [2158]","Resolutions of the Visitors concerning the $50,000 to be received from\n                     Congress. Accounting procedures. Part of fund to he used for preparation of a\n                     room to receive books. Number of bricks necessary for medical theatre.\n                         [2159]","Appointment of Tucker as Professor of the School of Moral Philosophy. Arrival\n                     of five professors from England. Opening of the University.\n                         [2160]","Financial situation of University of Virginia. Difficulty in riding.\n                         [3055-a]","University's obligation concerning the bond forfeited by Charles Bonnycastle in\n                     accepting University position. Salary arrangements with Robley Dunglison and\n                     Thomas H. Key. Details regarding shipment of books and instruments to\n                     University. Mentions George Barlow, Dollond Co., Alexander Garrett, London,\n                     Gowan \u0026 Marx, and Munich.  [2161]","Orders \"wool cards\" and mustard.  [3056]","Funds as of 1 January 1825, and estimate for 1826.  [2162]","Recommends macadam roads for the University.  [2163]","Appointment as librarian at salary of $150 per year. Statement of his duties.\n                         [2164]","Shirting for Burwell (slave).  [3057]","Note for $5000, negotiable at Farmer's Bank of Virginia. Receipted by Alexander\n                     Garrett, Bursar, and William Nekervis, Cashier of Farmer's Bank.\n                         [2165]","Request for printed copies of the rules enacted by the Board of Visitors.\n                         [2166]","Central Gazette  and  Rules for Governing the University.  Philadelphia papers favor\n                     Philadelphia medical school and suppress University advertisements. Boston and\n                     New York papers better. Commends Patterson. T. J. Randolph's wife improves;\n                     Robley Dunglison treating her.  [3058]","Health. University of Virginia. Professors found by Francis Walker Gilmer.\n                     Professors Bonnycastle, Dunglison, Emmet, and Tucker. Courses in mathematics,\n                     natural philosophy, medicine, classics, French, Spanish, Italian, German,\n                     Swedish, Danish, Anglo-Saxon, chemistry, botany, zoology, ethics, and law.\n                     Library. Mentions Cambridge and Edinburgh Universities. University of South\n                     Carolina.  [3058-a]","Rules for discipline at the University of Virginia. Opening of the University.\n                     Express hope for the success of the University of Transylvania.\n                         [2167]","Orders bedticking.  [3059]","Professors arrived; University opened March 7. English professors. Professors\n                     of chemistry and moral philosophy are Americans; professor of law not selected.\n                     Boston bell makers. Mr. Hilliard, University agent for library purchases. Board\n                     of Visitors appreciates gift of books. Coolidge's parents to visit. Mentions\n                     Mr. Ticknor. Enclosure describes clock for Rotunda and asks cost.\n                         [3060]","Opening of the University. The faculty. Bell for the University. William\n                     Hilliard engaged to buy a library for the University to the value of $15,000.\n                     Receipt of books sent by Coolidge for the University. Coolidge's visit to\n                     Monticello.  [2168]","Jefferson's gift to Smith's son. Numbers enrolled at the University of\n                     Virginia. Disciplinary problems. Accepts the Bayle [dictionary?] and Edinburgh\n                     Atlas for the University Library.  [2169]","[2170]","Necessity of purchasing from John Perry the strip of land that divides the two\n                     parcels of University property in order to secure the water supply. All faculty\n                     except George Tucker and law professor have arrived. Necessity for disciplining\n                     students. Enclosure: estimate of University income and expenditures, 1824-1827.\n                         [2171]","Necessity of purchasing from John Perry the strip of land that divides the two\n                     parcels of University property in order to secure the water supply. All faculty\n                     except George Tucker and law professor have arrived. Necessity for disciplining\n                     students. Enclosure: estimate of University income and expenditures, 1824-1827.\n                         [2171-a]","See  [2171]  and  [2171-a]  for other copies.","Letter of introduction for Mr. and Mrs. Charles Sigourney (Lydia Sigourney).\n                         [2172]","Opposing the holding of religious services in University buildings.\n                         [2173]","James Barbour advises that U.S. President deposited money for University to\n                     credit of Treasurer of Virginia in Branch Bank of U S., Richmond. As University\n                     Rector, T. J. to pay agent for books from Europe. Wrote to Governor of\n                     Virginia.  [3061]","Orders coffee.  [3062]","Draft of advertisement requesting book donations for the University Library to\n                     be inserted in the  Central Gazette  and  Richmond Enquirer.  Advertisement mentions donations\n                     from [John?] Hansford of King George County, Bernard Moore Carter of London,\n                     and Joseph Coolidge, Jr., of Boston.  [2174]","Recommends Henry St. George Tucker for professor of law at University. Rockfish\n                     Gap conference. Mentions Joseph C. Cabell.  [3063]","Account for work on marble columns.  [2175]","Approves purchase of John M. Perry's land for the University.\n                         [2176]","Encloses draft of handbill to answer routine questions on the courses and\n                     expenses of the University. [Clement P.?] McKennie to print handbill.\n                         [2177]","Purchases from John Perry, Daniel and Mary A. F. Piper, and Jesse W. Garth.\n                     Lands held by Alexander Garrett, Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough, and Nathan\n                     Barksdale as University Proctors.  [3064, N-327a]","Qualifications of Judge W. A. G. Dade for the law professorship discussed with\n                     Judge [Archibald] Stuart, Howe Peyton, and John Hartwell Cocke, after Francis\n                     W. Gilmer had refused it.  [2178]","Authorization to execute bond to John M. Perry in consideration of 132 acres of\n                     land sold to the University. Receipt by Perry for $2411 attached.\n                         [2179]","Law chair to be offered to William A. G. Dade.  [2180]","Instructions to deposit $18,000 in the United States Bank of Philadelphia to\n                     the account of William Hilliard of Boston, agent of the University of Virginia\n                     for the purchase of books.  [2181]","Inquires whether he is to criticize the plan of the educational system at\n                     Virginia and to collect philosophical instruments as Francis Walker Gilmer had\n                     intimated. Requests official population documents for United States for a\n                     projected book.  [2182]","Haveland discusses the carving of composite capitals and suggests a simpler\n                     order such as Ionic.","Invitation to dine at Monticello.  [2183]","University's responsibilities regarding Charles Bonnycastle's forfeited bond.\n                     Censure from professors because of his state of health.  [2184]","Approves choice of William A. G. Dade for the law chair. Splendid prospects for\n                     the University. Greetings from Mr. Maclure in Paris.  [2185]","Orders salt.  [3065]","Introducing Dr. Waterhouse of Cambridge. Use of macadam method on University\n                     roads. Address of Judge Dade.  [2186]","Offering him the law chair at the University; citing advantages of the post.\n                         [2187]","Asks if deposit to William Hilliard's credit has been made. Is sending catalog\n                     of books to Hilliard.  [2188]","Purchase of books for the library of the University. Lists books desired as\n                     well as the \"Harvard duplicates\".  [2189]","List of books, with date and place of publication, size, and price estimated in\n                     some cases. At the end is the following in Jefferson's hand: \"The preceding\n                     catalogue is that of the books with the purchase of which Mr. Wm. Hilliard is\n                     charged on behalf of the University of Virginia./Th: Jefferson Rector/June 3.\n                     1825.\"  [2190]","Advising Randolph about his financial status; begging him to return to his\n                     family and to take up public life when called.  [2191]","Requests instruction on finishing library in the Rotunda. John P. Emmet\n                     dissatisfied with his laboratory facilities. [John] Brockenbrough has made\n                     remittance to William Hilliard.  [2192]","If William A. G. Dade refuses law chair, Gilmer, the first choice, may have it.\n                     Charles Bonnycastle's bond settled. William Hilliard to purchase books for\n                     University.  [2193]","Timber for composite capitals. Originally enclosed with 1826 April 2.","Rooms for John P. Emmet's chemistry experiments. Encloses draft of a balluster\n                     (not found with the letter).  [2194]","Construction necessary to prevent free access to library by all people.\n                         [2195]","Request that Bernard Peyton procure a bill of exchange payable to Rufus King,\n                     Ambassador of the U. S. in London, for the purchase of books and apparatus for\n                     the University.  [2196]","Requests permission to publish T. J.'s letter of 21 April 1825 regarding the\n                     use of University buildings for religious services.  [2197]","Orders cloth and thread.  [3066]","Invoice of books shipped aboard the Enterprise, Captain Cason, to Bernard\n                     Peyton in Richmond.  [2198]","Regrets Dearborn's accident. His own health poor. Opening of University of\n                     Virginia with splendid faculty, but without president or theological schools.\n                     Invites Mr. and Mrs. Dearborn for visit. Soldiers sent by Governor George M.\n                     Troup of Georgia into Creek country. Ellen Randolph Coolidge goes to Boston\n                     soon.  [2199]","Opposing publication of his letter of 24 April. Purchasing hills of exchange to\n                     be used for purchase of apparatus in England. Reference to Bernard Peyton.\n                         [2200]","Refers him to Cummings \u0026 Hilliard, who may purchase some of his books\n                     for the University library. Grateful for loan of Philibert de Lorme's\n                     Architecture.  [2201]","News of himself, his health, his family, and the University of Virginia. Power\n                     of federal government should be limited. Refuses to enter into the question\n                     that agonizes Kentucky. Mentions Thomas J. Randolph.  [2202]","Introducing Emanuel Miller who wishes to enter the schools of Professors Long,\n                     Blaettermann, and Key and who brings a bill of credit from Chandler, Brice,\n                     \u0026 Morgan of Philadelphia.  [2203]","Stables at the University. Deed for John M. Perry's land.\n                         [2204]","Location of stables and East Range. Requests copy of contract with John M.\n                     Perry, since he wishes to use barn for rye.  [2205]","Requests him to forward letter to London by packet.  [2206]","Policy regarding vacations for the University.  [2207]","Requests his aid in securing apparatus for the University. Money placed in\n                     London subject to orders of Rufus King. If Charles Bonnycastle's bond\n                     forfeited, that amount must be subtracted from the total. List of apparatus and\n                     instructions for shipment. Mentions Francis Walker Gilmer.\n                         [2208]","Neilson's drawing shows a top and side view of a modillion with caption \"Paladio [sic] B.IV Plate LX\" and his signature on recto. There are construction notes on the verso and a docket \"Modillion \n            block Rotunda Museum.\"","Requests bill of exchange be sent to Rufus King for purchase of anatomical\n              apparatus.  [2209]","Health better. Payment to Dunglison.  [3068]","John Paul Jones memorabilia. Houdon's bust of Jones at Monticello. Artist from\n                     Washington might copy it.  [3067]","T. J.'s health. Will accept no money.  [3069]","Wants to pay for future treatments.  [3070]","Health worse.  [3071]","His estrangement from Martha. Use of T. J.'s name in a meeting at the court\n                     house in Charlottesville regarding the convention at Staunton and general\n                     suffrage. Use of T. J.'s letter with regard to the title papers to the public\n                     land dating from T. J.'s governorship. Financial relations between himself and\n                     Thomas Eston Randolph. Causes of Thomas Mann Randolph's financial straits.\n                     References to Hamilton and the Federalist plot of 1798.  [2210]","Assuring Randolph of his affection. His deafness gives the appearance of\n                     reserve. No objection to Randolph's use of his opinions on suffrage or of his\n                     letter regarding public lands. Urges him to return to his family.\n                         [2211]","Account for marble columns.  [2212]","Bill of exchange in favor of Thomas Tredway. Endorsed by Tredway to Rufus King;\n                     purchased by University to pay for anatomical apparatus.\n                         [2213]","To visit Monticello. Prescribes laudanum.  [3072]","T. J. sends his watch for repair.","Date of remittance to Thomas Appleton. Marble capitals expected daily.\n                         [2214]","William Coffee's prices for cornice too high, but Joseph Antrim says no one\n                     else in New York does such work. Dr. [Thomas M.] Boswell of Gloucester, Va.,\n                     has presented mineral collection now in John P. Emmet's charge. Asks procedure\n                     in recording such gifts.  [2215]","William Coffee's prices for the Corinthian ornaments. Minerals for John P.\n                     Emmet. Arrival of marble bases expected on the Ship Caroline, Captain Farmer.\n                         [2216]","For Francis Walker Gilmer and Valentine W. Southall as trustees for Thomas Mann\n                     Randolph, Jr.","Bills of exchange deposited with King for the use of Thomas Callaway, who is\n                     purchasing anatomical equipment for Robley Dunglison. Enclosures: Two bills of\n                     exchange, one dated 27 June 1825 for £1350, the other 14 July 1825 for\n                     £675, drawn by Kerr \u0026 Caskie on James Dunlap of London in\n                     favor of Thomas Tredway.  [2217]","Weather prognostics, notes on thermometers, table of weights.\n                         [3073]","Bequests to T. J. Randolph, Samuel Carr, and Martha J. Randolph. T. J.\n                     Randolph, executor. Witnessed by T. J. and Mary J. Randolph. Another will [not\n                     present] executed eight days later.  [3074]","Henry St. George Tucker, P. P. Barbour, Dabney Carr, and William A. G. Dade\n                     having declined the law chair, Francis W. Gilmer, the first choice, now agrees\n                     to accept. Accounts for spending of $50,000 for library and apparatus.\n                     References to Cummings \u0026 Hilliard, John P. Emmet, and Rufus King.\n                         [2218]","Henry St. George Tucker, P. P. Barbour, Dabney Carr, and William A. G. Dade\n                     having declined the law chair, Francis W. Gilmer, the first choice, now agrees\n                     to accept. Accounts for spending of $50,000 for library and apparatus.\n                     References to Cummings \u0026 Hilliard, John P. Emmet, and Rufus King.\n                         [2218]","Henry St. George Tucker, P. P. Barbour, Dabney Carr, and William A. G. Dade\n                     having declined the law chair, Francis W. Gilmer, the first choice, now agrees\n                     to accept. Accounts for spending of $50,000 for library and apparatus.\n                     References to Cummings \u0026 Hilliard, John P. Emmet, and Rufus King.\n                         [2218]","T. J. reports that four men have declined the law professorship and Francis W.\n                     Gilmer has accepted. He accounts for the spending of $50,000, chiefly for the\n                     Library, books and apparatus.","Letter brought by Mr. Turner to T. J. Randolph. Payment of debt.\n                         [3075]","Discusses qualifications of John Tayloe Lomax for the Professorship of Law at\n                     the University of Virginia.","W. A. G. Dade having declined law chair, has asked Visitors to authorize\n                     Gilmer's appointment.  [2219]","Simon Willard to make University clock. To come to Charlottesville to install.\n                     Clock for University at Cambridge, Representatives' Chamber at Washington, and\n                     New York.  [3076]","Offers sell mineral collection and library to University.\n                         [2220]","Instructions and list of books for the University of Virginia library.\n                     Recommends use of Clarke's catalogue of law books (1819).\n                         [2221]","Payment for marble columns made for University by Giacomo Raggi and others.\n                     Requests an exact statement of balance due after bills of exchange remitted\n                     through Samuel Williams and Mr. Bailey.  [2222]","Refusing his offer to sell mineral collection.  [2223]","Forwarding a duplicate bill of exchange for purchase of University of Virginia\n                     anatomical apparatus.  [2224]","Approves appointment of Francis W. Gilmer as professor of law.\n                         [2225]","Accounts of Dr. Boswell, Gowan \u0026 Marx, and Bohn with the University of\n                     Virginia. Preparations for Francis Walker Gilmer as a member of the faculty.\n                         [2226]","Void she has left at Monticello. Coolidges' trip through New York and New\n                     England parallels that made by T. J. and Madison in 1791. Good behavior of\n                     students at the University. Clock for the Rotunda. T. J.'s poor health.\n                         [2227]","Has banked University's funds with Baring Brothers \u0026 Co. Bonnycastle's\n                     forfeited bond taken up with George Canning. References to Mr. Knowles,\n                     executor of the late Professor Bonnycastle, and to John Adams Smith, U. S.\n                     chargé in London.  [2228]","Arrival in New York of marble bases and paving squares for the University and\n                     of chimney pieces for Monticello. Reference to Bernard Peyton.\n                         [2229]","Complaints regarding the encyclopedia and other books sent by Hilliard.\n                     Necessity for purchasing the best editions. Lack of texts for students.\n                         [2230]","Bill of exchange by Kerr 8: Caskie on James Dunlop in favor of Thomas Tredway\n                     received and deposited with Baring Brothers \u0026 Co. Letters sent to Mr.\n                     Callaway and Peter Barlow. No word from George Canning on Charles Bonnycastle's\n                     bond.  [2231]","Will see to transferring marble capitals arrived on Brig Farnsworth from Thomas\n                     Appleton of Leghorn, Italy, to vessel for Richmond. Mentions Bernard Peyton.\n                     Notes on back by T. J. concerning tariff due.  [2232]","Freight and duty on marble from Leghorn for the University of Virginia, shipped\n                     aboard the Sloop Eliza Allen, Captain Allen, to Bernard Peyton.\n                         [2233]","Requesting that Visitors meet with him at Monticello prior to formal meeting,\n                     which his health will prevent his attending.  [2234]","Requesting that Visitors meet with him at Monticello prior to formal meeting,\n                     which his health will prevent his attending.  [2234]","Requesting that Visitors meet with him at Monticello prior to formal meeting,\n                     which his health will prevent his attending.","Arrival of marble capitals in Boston. Duties payable at Boston and New York.\n                         [2235]","Duty on marble capitals for the University that have arrived at Boston.\n                         [2236]","Sends accurate statement of articles properly chargeable to library funds.\n                     Money put in Francis Walker Gilmer's hands not included. Requests statement of\n                     debts and funds on hand to pay them. Mentions Thomas Appleton, Henry A. S.\n                     Dearborn, John P. Emmet, and Cummings \u0026 Hilliard.\n                         [2237]","Requests estimate on cost of clock and bell for University.\n                         [2238]","Suggests giving bond for duties on marble capitals, while petitioning Congress\n                     to remit duties. Lists insurance placed on columns and charges paid.\n                         [2239]","Not to call at Monticello.  [3077]","\"Ideas on the subject of a meridian for the University.\" Mentions Observatory,\n                     Rotunda, and American Philosophical Society  Transactions\n                      sent to University Librarian John V. Kean.  [3078]","Statement of University debts and funds available to pay them and statement on\n                     the status of the Library fund from Proctor Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough.","The petition requests the Board to divide the term and extend vacation,\n                     considering the \"inclement season at which the vacation occurs.\"","Covers letter from William J. Coffee, agreeing to reduce prices on cornices.\n                     Letter from Coffee to Brockenbrough, 25 September, on verso.\n                         [2240]","Request for numbers of students enrolled in each school for T. J.'s report to\n                     the Visitors. Figures noted at bottom by Brockenbrough for Professors\n                     Blaettermann, Bonnycastle, Dunglison, Emmet, Key, Long, and Tucker.\n                         [2241]","Dunglison encloses a copy of the Faculty resolution requesting a \"vigilant and\n                     efficient police\" force to guard against disturbances such as the recent\n                     student riots.","Resolutions on the \"disgraceful and ungentlemanly riot of last night.\"","Resolution not to disclose names of student rioters to the Faculty.","Duties on the marble received on the Ship Caroline for the University of\n                     Virginia. Reference to Bernard Peyton.  [2242]","Regulations detail required conduct of students and rights and powers of the\n                     Board and the Faculty.","Offering resignations, having lost confidence after student riot. (See Bruce,\n                         History of the University of Virginia  II 298\n                     ff.).  [2243]","Three documents are copies made for T. J. confirming the expulsion of William\n                     L. Eyre, Robert A. Thompson and Wilson Miles Carey for their parts in the\n                     student riot. The fourth is a list of fourteen students and the penalties each\n                     received.","Key and Long submit their resignations from the faculty.","Key and Long request clarification of the terms of their resignations.","Sends case of books for University, the invoice for which is enclosed. Problems\n                     involved in securing various editions of certain works. Hilliard unable to go\n                     abroad personally because commission lowered. Books enclosed for [M. W. D.]\n                     Jones and [Valentine] Southall.  [2244]","Duties of the Proctor. Attorney-in-fact for the University responsible for\n                     property, breaches of the peace, trespasses by students or others on University\n                     grounds. Copy sent to Brockenbrough.  [2245]","Reimbursement of Henry A. S. Dearborn for the money advanced for the University\n                     of Virginia marble.  [2246]","Offers him the chair of law.  [2247]","Remittances to Henry A. S. Dearborn, Boston, and Jonathan Thompson, New York,\n                     for duties and freight on the University marble. Request for copies of the\n                     printed enactments of the Board of Visitors, and for all the land deeds of the\n                     University. Instructions regarding construction.  [2248]","Guaranteeing payment to Collector of Boston for capitals imported on Brig\n                     Farnsworth, J. Harmor Master.  [2249]","Price for the University clock and bell. Student riot at the University. T.\n                     J.'s health. Greetings to Ellen.  [2250]","Money advanced by Thomas Appleton to one of the Raggi brothers.\n                         [2252]","Endorsed by T. J. 2 enclosures. Payment received for the marble capitals.\n                     Enclosures: bills from Henry Hovey \u0026 Co. and the Franklin Insurance Co.\n                         [2253]","Dissensions at University of Virginia. Fears schism among professors. Poor\n                     health. Regards to Mr. and Mrs. Divers.  [3078-b]","Recommendation for a course of study in ancient and modern history. David\n                     Hume's bias in his History of England. Recommends Coke's Littleton as the best\n                     elementary work in law. Mentions Francis Walker Gilmer.  [2254]","From the students, denying \"feelings of hostility and malevolence.\"","Instructions regarding editions of various books for the library. Complaints by\n                     students and by George Blaettermann at lack of texts.  [2255]","Explains state of University funds. Mentions Joseph C. Cabell and John Hartwell\n                     Cocke.  [2256]","Apparatus for University of Virginia. Prices exceed some of Charles\n                     Bonnycastle's estimates. Mentions Rufus King.  [2257]","Key thanks t. J. for his kindness and attention to Key's friends during their\n                     visit to Monticello.","Instructions relative to smoke houses and wood yards for the faculty, firewood\n                     for class rooms, student regulations, student accounts, and money remitted by\n                     Samuel Williams to Thomas Appleton.  [2258]","Discipline restored at the University after student riot. News of the loss of\n                     Ellen's baggage received from John Hemings. Offers to give to Joseph Coolidge,\n                     Jr., the writing desk on which the Declaration of Independence was written.\n                     Clock for the University to be made by Mr. Willard when funds permit. Request\n                     that the Coolidge buy codfish, tongue, and cognac for him. References to\n                     Benjamin Waterhouse and George Ticknor.  [2259]","Accounts with [Martin] Dawson and Jonathan Thompson. Instructions regarding the\n                     building of smoke houses.  [2260]","Books to T. J. from Destutt de Tracy care of Mr. Connel. Brochure of French\n                     gentleman.  [3078-c]","Condition of his health. Payment to Dunglison. The plan of a new medical school\n                     he encloses [not present] will show \"a specimen of our proficiency in the art\n                     of puffery.\" Mentions Hippocratus.  [3079]","Receipt of money for expenses incurred for the University of Virginia.\n                     (Attached is ALS 12 November from W. Dandridge, Bank of Virginia, to Arthur\n                     Spicer Brockenbrough regarding University of Virginia funds).\n                         [2261]","Card sent with writing desk, made by Ben Randall of Philadelphia, on which T.\n                     J. wrote the Declaration of Independence.  [2262]","Will accept no money. T. J.'s health.  [3079-a]","Negotiations with Foreign Office re Charles Bonnycastle's bond successful.\n                         [3080]","Virginia will not be called upon for the forfeiture of Charles Bonnycastle's\n                     bond. Instruments ordered from Mr. Barlow. Reference to George Canning.\n                         [2263]","Draft on Mr. Raphael.  [3081]","Asks Peale's opinion of Cornelius DeBreet of Baltimore as a possible teacher of\n                     landscape painting for University of Virginia.  [3081-a]","Death of his brother-in-law, Dr. Carter, prevents his attendance at Board of\n                     Visitors' meeting. New regulations at the University. References to John\n                     Hartwell Cocke, Thomas Cooper, Chapman Johnson, George Loyall, and [George]\n                     Tucker.  [2264]","Requests information on terms of art professorship at University of Virginia,\n                     offered to him by Mr. Brown. Offers [Robert?] Greenhow, [David] Hossack,\n                     [James] Renwick, and [John] Trumbull as references.  [2265]","Instructions regarding professors' salaries, proctor's quarters and salary,\n                     store rooms, and a post office at the University.  [2266]","Rhubarb and magnesia. For severe pain, laudanum.  [3082]","Sends dispatch from George Canning concerning the Bonnycastle bond, notice of\n                     which has been given to Peter Barlow. Mr. Warwick of Virginia to ship the\n                     apparatus for the University.  [2267]","Usurpation of States rights by federal government. Federal court. Power over\n                     commerce, agriculture, and manufacture. Construction of roads and canals.\n                     Mentions John Quincy Adams, Federal party, and Hartford Convention. Progress of\n                     the University of Virginia, teaching of Latin, and University professors.\n                         [3082-a]","Request for copies of the last University of Virginia advertisement.\n                         [2268]","Applies for position of librarian. Mentions Henry St. George Tucker.\n                         [2269]","Fragmentary draft of TB-2270; see below.","Conveying title of University lands from the Proctor to Rector and Visitors.\n                     Four parcels of land formerly owned by John M. and Francis T. Perry, and by\n                     Daniel A. and Mary A. F. Piper.  [2270]","Advances to George Blaettermann, Charles Bonnycastle, Robley Dunglison, Thomas\n                     Hewett Key, and George Long from October through December 1824.\n                         [2271]","Professors Long, Key, Emmet, Tucker, Blaettermann, Bonnycastle, and Dunglison.\n                     Tenants Edwin Conway, E. B. Chapman, Warner Minor, George W. Spotswood, John\n                     Gray, and John D. Richeson. Builders James Dinsmore, James Oldham, Mr. Nelson,\n                     Richard Ware, John M. Perry, and John Neilson.  [3084]","Subjects to be taught.  [3085]","Elevation, two plans, and section. Construction began in 1826. (See Bruce,\n                         University of Virginia,  , I, 269).\n                         [N-365, K-29]","[N-364]","Drawn by John Neilson. For the history and various states of this and other\n                     prints, see Betts, \"Ground Plans and Prints,\" pp. 81-90. There are seven other\n                     copies at the University of Virginia (21 x 18 3/4; 21 3/4 x 19 1/4; and about\n                     21 3/4 x 19 in.)  [N-385]","For the academic year 1825-1826. List of professors on verso.","Is weakened in body and mind by infirmities. States' rights usurped by the\n                     Federal Government. References to the South Carolina Resolutions, Van Buren's\n                     motion, and Baylies' proposition.  [2275]","Impossible to cut the composite capitals for thirty dollars each.","John P. Emmet will answer his enquiries concerning art position at University.\n                         [2272]","T. J. writes to Short about contacting Mr. [Herman] Böÿe\n                     about the return of his \"fine Borda's Circle of Reflection\" and his best\n                     telescope, since he has given them to the University of Virginia.\n                     Böÿe was in Philadelphia \"attending the engraver of his map\"\n                     of Virginia for which Jefferson had lent the instruments.","Placement of the temporary bell. Book shelves needed. University\n                     advertisements.  [2273]","Madison writes regarding the qualifications of a Mr. Walls for Drawing Master\n                     at the University and the unlikelihood that he would come since his position in\n                     New York was more remunerative. He mentions Jefferson's suggestions to John\n                     Patten Emmet.","Asks requirements for entering senior class.  [2274]","Federal powers better contained by South Carolina resolutions, Van Buren's\n                     motions, and Francis Baylies' propositions than by action of state of Virginia.\n                         [3085-a]","T. J. discusses the students and professors at the University, encloses a copy\n                     of the University laws and terms of board and tuition [not present], and closes\n                     with his family's remembrances and best wishes.","Sends references from Charles Hill and John Wood as candidate for office of\n                     librarian.  [2276]","Applies for position of librarian to defray his expenses as student.\n                         [2277]","Sends catalog of instruments for sale, including telescope made by William\n                     Herschel. New York Athenaeum also interested. Enclosure: catalog.\n                         [2278]","Qualifications of P. P. Barbour, William A. C. Dade, William Preston, William\n                     C. Rives, [John?] Robertson, and Dabney Terrell for the law professorship.\n                         [2280]","Circular on law professor at University of Virginia. Thomas Jefferson Randolph\n                     is at legislature regarding T. J.'s debts and disposal of property. Asks\n                     Cabell's help.  [3085-b]","Encloses circular [not present] concerning candidates for the law professorship and asks Cabell to share the letter with other members of the \n              Board to save writing multiple copies. Discusses the petition to the General Assembly for permission to sell his property at auction. \n              Suggests the extension to the University of the Riot Act of 1786 for purposes of maintaining discipline.  [2279]","Dr. Robley Dunglison forbids his visiting Gilmer. Urges him to take care of\n                     himself.  [2281]","Conference between George Loyall, Chapman Johnson, and Cabell regarding delay\n                     in the appointment of a law professor. Action regarding the William and Mary\n                     Bill. Conference regarding T. J.'s debts. References to Judge Francis T.\n                     Brooke, Judge Dabney Carr, Judge John Coalter, Judge John W. Green, and John T.\n                     Lemare.  [2282]","Offering temporary appointment as librarian, replacing John V. Kean. Outlines\n                     duties.  [2283]","Wines: Bergasses, Ledanon, Lienoux, Scuppernong, claret from Richmond, virgin\n                     oil of Aix, Muscat de Rivesalte, macaroni, and anchovies.\n                         [3086]","Meeting of T. J.'s friends in support of the lottery. David S. Garland's bill\n                     for educational funds.  [2284]","Progress of the bill to permit the Jefferson lottery. Kindness of Judges\n                     Brooke, Cabell, Green, and Carr. [In the University Carr-Cary Papers there is a\n                     letter dated 24 March 1826, C. J. Carr to Messrs. Dobbin, Murphy, and Bose,\n                     requesting publication of an article signed John Hancock, requesting aid for\n                     Mr. Jefferson, benefactor of the people of the United States].\n                         [2285]","With no hope of further funds from General Assembly, has instructed\n                     Brockenbrough to reserve all funds for library in Rotunda and for anatomical\n                     theatre. Likelihood that Congress will not remit duties on marble columns.\n                     Establishment of secondary schools throughout the state. Necessity of an annual\n                     report on the primary schools from each county.  [2286]","Action of the General Assembly concerning his bankruptcy. Possibility of moving\n                     to Bedford County, selling Monticello. Disclaims letter appearing in Richmond\n                     Enquirer signed \"An American Citizen\", which declares he feels the legislature\n                     has been niggardly toward the University. Mentions James Madison.\n                         [2287]","Legislation on Jefferson Lottery.  [3087]","Letters from Peter Barlow and Rufus King. Encloses copy [present] of LS, George\n                     Canning to Rufus King on subject of Bonnycastle's bond. Mentions George Canning\n                     and British government.  [3088]","T. J.'s plan for location of colleges throughout the state better than that of\n                     David S. Garland. Motion made by George Loyall regarding T. J.'s lottery.\n                         [2288]","Expressing his affection for T. J. R.'s part in giving him a happy life. Gloom\n                     about future prospects with his debts not covered by assets. His misfortunes\n                     due to fluctuations in value of money and to long farming depression. Regrets\n                     that his family, especially Martha, should be turned out penniless. (On same\n                     sheet: T. J. Randolph, Tufton, Va., to Dabney Carr, Baltimore, 18 July 1826,\n                     concerning the publication of this letter from Jefferson to make clear to the\n                     public the reason for the Jefferson lottery, with a suggested introduction by\n                     N. P. Trist. Letter contains discussion of his own financial difficulties.)\n                         [2289]","Action in the Assembly with regard to T. J.'s lottery. Bill to establish\n                     colleges throughout the state. References to James Madison, Chapman Johnson,\n                     and Hampden-Sydney College.  [2290]","Encloses Warwick's account for instruments.  [2291]","Secondary education bill. Grateful for the efforts of his friends on the\n                     lottery bill, especially for the report of the Committee of Finance.\n                         [2292]","T. J.'s lottery bill. Bill to establish colleges throughout the state.\n                         [2293]","Passage of T. J.'s lottery bill, with list of the votes of the senators. Bill\n                     for establishment of colleges throughout the state. Reference to Samuel Taylor.\n                         [2294]","Assurances that he retains his schoolboy affections for James Maury. T. J.'s\n                     health broken and faculties impaired.  [2295]","Recommends John T. Lomax of Fredericksburg for law professorship vacated by\n                     death of Francis Walker Gilmer. Lists qualifications, including graduation from\n                     William and Mary.  [2296]","Same subject as letter this date to Jefferson.  [2297]","On verso, certification, 1826 March 21, of the accuracy of the plat and the\n                     appraisal of the land's value by Nimrod Bramham, James Lindsay, and John M.\n                     Perry; attested by John R. Jones.","Bill to remit duties on marble columns approved by Ways and Means Committee of\n                     the House of Representatives. Expects eventual passage of bill.\n                         [2298]","Recommends John T. Lomax of Fredericksburg for law professorship.\n                         [2299]","To his grandson, Francis Eppes, a portion of the Poplar Forest tract. All other\n                     property is subject to payment of debts, with the residue after payment going\n                     to Thomas J. Randolph, Nicholas P. Trist, and Alexander Garrett for the support\n                     of Martha Jefferson Randolph and her heirs. Nothing to Thomas Mann Randolph,\n                     Jr., to ensure that the assets will not go for payment of his debts. Thomas\n                     Jefferson Randolph is appointed sole executor, Trist and Garrett to act in the\n                     event of Thomas Jefferson Randolph's death. Codicil dated 17 March gives a gold\n                     watch to each grandchild, freedom to his slaves, Burwell, John Hemings, and Joe\n                     Fosset. Madison Hemings and Eston Hemings apprenticed to John Hemings until the\n                     age of 21 when they are to receive their freedom. To Thomas Jefferson Randolph\n                     a silver watch, and all his business and literary papers; to the University of\n                     Virginia his library, with a portion of it going to Nicholas P. Trist and\n                     Joseph Coolidge, Jr.; to James Madison a walking stick. Recommends to his\n                     daughter the care of her aunt, Anna Scott Marks.  [2300] ,\n                         [3089]","Taking catalogue to faculty meeting. Dispensary.  [3090]","Sends cuttings from the Taliaferro apple. Thanks for the piano, brandy, fish,\n                     tongues, and sounds.  [2301]","Introducing his grandson, Thomas J. Randolph.  [2302]","Introducing his grandson, Thomas J. Randolph.  [2302]","Recommends Gen. [Briscoe G.?] Baldwin for law professorship. Distinguished\n                     figure at the bar, highly successful in the army, political views acceptable\n                     (i.e., Republican).  [2303]","Introducing his grandson, Thomas J. Randolph.  [2304]","Introducing his grandson, Thomas J. Randolph.  [2304]","Copy of statement of receipts and expenditures of the University made for T. J.\n                         [2305]","Request for more detailed information regarding books to be ordered for the\n                     University Library.  [2306]","T. J. gives the age and mother of the slave children he had vaccinated and\n                     notes that \"not one took.\"","Balance of $6.51 due for cloth, scissors and needles purchased\n                     between 1823 November 4 and 1825 May 31.","Regarding the composite capitals offered by Philip Sturtevant. Originally\n                     enclosed 1825 January 1 and 1826 Jun 6.","Spotswood writes concerning the \"uncomfortable tenement\" he occupies at the\n                     University, \"lapses in slaves,\" and the sickness of his family \"produced from\n                     the situation of the yard drains.\"","Emmet encloses two reports of faculty committees. Report A, D. 4 pp., by\n                     Professors Bonneycastle, Tucker and Emmet concerns the need for police at the\n                     University. Report B, D. 4 pp., by Professors Key, Long and Blaettermann,\n                     concerns enactments of the faculty in response to student disturbances.","Suggestions for graduate requirements in the School of Anatomy and\n                     Medicine.","Reasons for his objections to the creation of a president of the University.\n                         [2307]","Agrees to consult with T. J. regarding irregular practices of the University\n                     students. Reference to Alexander Garrett.  [2308]","Action of the Board of Visitors regarding diplomas and the University code of\n                     regulations.  [2309]","Recommendations concerning buildings and grounds: drainage, offal depots,\n                     replacement of timber used during construction, macadamizing roads. Mentions\n                     Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough, Robley Dunglison, and George W. Spotswood.\n                         [2310]","Recommends use of lap boards instead of tables in elliptical lecture room in\n                     the Rotunda to give room for more students.  [2311]","William Wirt declined office proposed to him. John T. Lomax has accepted law\n                     professorship.  [2312]","Support in New York and Boston weak. Lottery should succeed. Will write from\n                     Philadelphia.  [3091]","Instructions regarding setting up of a school of botany with plans for a\n                     botanical garden. Correa de Serra recommended course combining Linnaeus and\n                     Jussieu.  [2313]","Number 1936, issued at Richmond. Signed by Yates \u0026 McIntyre for the\n                     managers, John Brockenborough (sic), Philip N. Nicholas, and Richard Anderson.\n                         [2314]","Number 1919, issued at Richmond. Signed by Yates \u0026 McIntyre for the\n                     managers, John Brockenborough (sic), Philip N. Nicholas, and Richard Anderson.\n                     Wm. Grattan, printer.  [2314]","Number 4326, issued at Richmond. Signed by Yates \u0026 McIntyre for the\n                     managers, John Brockenborough (sic), Philip N. Nicholas, and Richard Anderson.\n                     Wm. Grattan, printer.  [2314]","Numbers 4303, 4304, 4305, 4306, 4308, 4310, 4311, 4312, 4313, 4314, 4315, 4316,\n                     4317, 4318, 4319, 4320, 4321, 4322, 4323, 4324, 4334, 4335, 4336, 4337, 4338,\n                     4339, 4340, 4341, 4345, 4346, 4347, 4348, 4349, 4350, issued at Richmond.\n                     Signed by Yates and McIntyre for the managers, John Brockenborough (sic),\n                     Philip N. Nicholas, and Richard Anderson. Wm. Grattan, printer.\n                         [3091-a]","Stating that T. J. will accept money raised by subscription for his relief. In\n                     the same hand, notice of a meeting in Exchange Hall, [Richmond?] for the\n                     purpose of relief for T. J.  [2315]","Subscribers pledged funds to be at the disposal of the General Committee\n                     appointed for relief of T. J. at a meeting of citizens of New York.","Necessity of making payment to Henry A. S. Dearborn, Collector of Boston.\n                         [2316]","Instructions regarding the setting up of the capitals, repairing leaky roofs,\n                     plastering, and making of library tables. References to Mr. Broke (i. e. A. H.\n                     Brooks), a tin worker, and to John Hartwell Cocke.  [2317]","Refers him to Professors Thomas H. Key and Charles Bonnycastle in regard to\n                     possible use of his mathematics book as a text at the University. Orders a copy\n                     for himself.  [2318]","Recommending Harrison for professorship of French and Spanish at the University\n                     of North Carolina. This copy made in 1827 when Harrison was considered for post\n                     at University of Virginia. On the same sheet are extracts of letters from James\n                     Madison to George Long, n.d., and George Ticknor to James Madison, 1827\n                     November 9.  [2319]","Passage of bill remitting duties paid on marble columns. Separate post office\n                     for University approved. Mentions Arthur Spicer Brockenbrough.\n                         [2320]","Dissatisfied with conditions of University. Lists matters needing attention:\n                     Rotunda leaks; water supply inadequate because of pipe problems; gas lights\n                     needed; remission of duties on columns; botanical garden; clock. Mentions John\n                     P. Emmet and Mr. Ziegler.  [2321]","Dissatisfied with conditions of University. Lists matters needing attention:\n                     Rotunda leaks; water supply inadequate because of pipe problems; gas lights\n                     needed; remission of duties on columns; botanical garden; clock. Mentions John\n                     P. Emmet and Mr. Ziegler.  [2321]","Requests consultation with Cocke and Alexander Garrett regarding University\n                     papers.  [2322]","Estimate of resources and expenses of the University 1826-1828, with references\n                     to 1829-1831.  [2323]","Instructions regarding work on the University's Rotunda, clock and bell,\n                     macadamizing roads, water supply, botanical garden, purchasing of chemicals and\n                     gas lights for Dr. Emmet's use, and copy of enactments for each student.\n                     Penciled annotations by Brockenbrough of cost of various items. Includes a\n                     sketch for measuring \"the tympanum of the portico of the Rotunda\" for a clock\n                     and bell.  [2324, N-555]","Congress suspended tax on marble; Mr. Willard's work on University clock. Dial\n                     plate in Boston. Well driller. Student conduct. Probably included Item 3093.\n                         [3092]","Instructions for the making of the University clock by Mr. Willard.\n                     University's need for a workman who can bore for water to immense depths.\n                     Student discipline.  [2325]","Probably a draft for an enclosure in Item 3092.  [3093]","News of the neighborhood. Greetings to Cornelia Randolph.\n                         [2326]","Mr. Willard's work on clock. Bell. Received desk on which Declaration of\n                     Independence was written.  [3094]","Encloses bond [not present] for duties on the marble capitals.","[Simon] Willard to construct clock and purchase bell for the University.\n                     Remittance to be made through Joseph Coolidge, Jr. of Boston.\n                         [2327]","[Simon] Willard to construct clock and purchase bell for the University.\n                     Remittance to be made through Joseph Coolidge, Jr. of Boston.\n                         [2327]","Remittance for Mr. Willard, clockmaker. Greetings to Ellen Coolidge.\n                         [2328]","[2329]","Sickroom notes on verso, dated July 1, 2, 3, purported to detail T. J.'s last\n                     illness. Endorsed by N. P. Trist.  [3094-a]","A Death-Bed Adieu. [2383]","Asks about requirements for diploma in Greek.","Announcing death of Jefferson. Burial plans. Reactions of Martha Randolph and\n                     the rest of the family.  [2330]","T. J. debts to James Lyle, Opie Norris through Higginbotham, Andrei Pinni as\n                     heir to Mazzei, Hiram Saunder, A. Robertson of Lynchburg, James Leitch,\n                     Richmond banks, Ludlow of New York, and T. J. Randolph. Total: $107,273.63. T.\n                     J. Randolph debts to William and Mary College, Richmond and Lynchburg banks,\n                     Kirby's executor, Norton's executor, Literary Fund, John Neilson, Robert Davis.\n                     Total $61,064.25. Mentions Marshall, Pantops, and Welks.\n                         [3095]","Possibly in the hand of Martha Jefferson Randolph. See  [2383]","[2331]","[3096]","By Cornelia J. Randolph.  [N-563]","[3097]","Valuation of slaves (including Sally Hemings at fifty dollars), livestock, farm\n                     tools, and carriages, made after Jefferson's death, mentioning omission of five\n                     slaves freed by T. J.'s will. In at least two hands.  [2332]","Signed by the appraisers Reuben Lindsay, John H. Craven, and Martin Dawson, and recorded by Alexander Garrett on 1826 Nov. 6. With appointment of appraisers, 1826 August 7, recorded by Garrett; and appraisers' oath, 1826 October 4, sworn before John M. Perry and Martin Dawson.","Archibald Robinson, William Gough and Henry L. Langhorne. With 1826 August 7,\n                     appointment and 1826 December 13, qualification of appraisers.","John M. Perry, Reuben Lindsay, Jr. and John H. Craven. With 1827 January 13\n                     oath of John M. Perry as appraiser.","Balance of $17.22 due for items purchased 1826-1827.","Explanatory note dated Monticello.  [3100]","Receipts from sale held at Monticello, 1827, following T. J.'s death, including\n                     slaves, furniture, art, china, and land. Purchasers include relatives and\n                     friends Thomas Mann Randolph, Jr., Thomas Jefferson Randolph, Cornelia\n                     Randolph, Nicholas Philip Trist, Joseph Coolidge, Charles Bankhead, John Wayles\n                     Eppes and Edward Coles; University of Virginia professors Charles Bonnycastle\n                     and George Blaettermann; and local residents and business associates Craven\n                     Peyton, John M. Perry, Peachey R. Gilmer, Charles Everett, and Martin Dawson.\n                  ","A list of bonds by William Nekervis credited to the estate of T.J. and received\n                     for collection from Alexander Garrett.","Account for 1823 January 1-1827 January 1.  [3100-a]","Balance of $19.76 due for items purchased in 1827.","Mr. Short, Col. Lewis, Peter Carr, Mr. Wingfield, Mr. Stewart, Mr. Brown, Mr.\n                     Carr, Mr. McLung, Mr. McDowell, Mr. Mathews, F. Eppes, and Mr. Crawford.\n                     Addition in childish hand of T. J. Randolph.  [3101]","Names 126 paintings, sculptures, medals, and other art works, often with\n                     artists and sources. Subjects are chiefly religious, classical, mythological,\n                     and historical.  [3102]","Names 48 paintings and art works, often with artists and sources. Subjects are\n                     chiefly religious, classical, mythological, and historical.\n                         [3103]","Executed between James T. and Julia Ann Barclay and Uriah Phillips Levy.\n                     Recorded by Ira [?] Garrett, Clerk of Albemarle County Court.","A list of drawings by T. J. deposited at the University of Virginia. Randolph\n                     asks Carter to turn over the drawings to Mansfield White who \"wishes to take\n                     them to the New York office \u0026 compare them with the list left there.\"\n                     The list is signed by Richard Mansfield White 1898 April 2 acknowledging\n                     receipt of the drawings.","[N-436]","[N-561]","Elevation shows arches on first floor and wood columns above. Possibly another\n                     study for N-374.  [N-377]","Probably studies for University of Virginia, not by Jefferson, possibly by\n                     General John Hartwell Cocke; see his letter of May 3, 1819, to Jefferson.)\n                         [N-374]","Possibly another study for N-374.  [N-375]","Writing not by Jefferson, perhaps John Neilson. A study of rendering.\n                         [N-497]","Has notes by T. J. at foot on method of drawing an octagon, and demonstration\n                     on verso.  [3168]","Said to have belonged to T. J.  [3146]","[N-499]","Authenticated in unidentified hand.  [N-562]","In unidentified hand on lettercover addressed to T. J.  [3112]","On verso of lettercover postmarked n.y. February 14.  [3159]","[N-505]","Possibly another study for N-374.  [N-376]","Mentions Norton and Col. Nicholas.  [3171]","[N-433]","Scale of equivalent weights. On verso: version of song,  Bumpers Squire Jones,  in hand of Martha\n                     Randolph. (See  Gentlemen's Magazine,  XIV 612).\n                         [2333]","Includes a note regarding Mr. Dinsmore. During the recent restoration, Milton\n                     Grigg, the architect, found a beam with Dinsmore's name written on it.\n                         [N-188]","[2335]","Fredericksburg, Richmond, and Lynchburg.  [3148]","[N-351b]","[N-351a]","[3170]","Although Jefferson has been credited frequently with the authorship of a\n                     ballad, The King of France, this copy is a fragment of an old English ballad,\n                     Valentine and Ursine or Valentine and Orson, which is printed in Bishop Thomas\n                     Percy's Reliques of Ancient English Poetry as number 12 in his 3rd series, book\n                     3. In his catalogue of 1783, Jefferson lists Percy's work as one of the volumes\n                     he intended to purchase.  [2334]","[3153]","[2337, N-556]","[2338]","Rough drafts, finished plans, and specifications for various buildings.  A.\n                     Two-story building. Elevation, first and second floor plans. Pen drawings, ink\n                     wash. Marked \"Plan C\".  [2336, N-376]","Rough drafts, finished plans, and specifications for various buildings.  B.\n                     Three-story building. Elevation, three floor plans. Pen drawings, ink wash.\n                         [2336, N-374]","Rough drafts, finished plans, and specifications for various buildings.  C.\n                     Five floor plans; pencil sketches with ink specifications, showing varying\n                     arrangements of centrally located circular and elliptical rooms. Perhaps\n                     drawings for unidentified residences; or tentative sketches proposed for the\n                     Capitol and Governor's House in Richmond (actually constructed from other\n                     plans); or more probably sketches for the President's House in Washington, made\n                     in preparation for anonymous submission of an entry in the competition\n                     announced by the Commissioners of Federal Buildings, 1792.  [2336,\n                        N-409, N-410]","Rough drafts, finished plans, and specifications for various buildings.  D.\n                     First and second floor plans for a square residence with north and south\n                     porticoes, wings connected to the main building by arcades; ink drawings.\n                     Students of Jeffersonian architecture have identified these drawings as (1)\n                     tentative studies for the President's House and (2) tentative studies for the\n                     Governor's House at Richmond. (See Fiske Kimball's article cited above). It may\n                     be noted that the one parlor shown occupies less than one ninth of the first\n                     floor, which is largely occupied by bedrooms, a nursery, etc.--a much simpler\n                     plan than that of the Governor's House at Williamsburg--suggesting that this\n                     plan may be for an unidentified country residence.  [2336, N-281,\n                        N-282]","Rough drafts, finished plans, and specifications for various buildings.  E.\n                     Floor plan and cross section of elevation of a residence. Elevation labeled\n                     \"Thos. Jefferson Archt. Longitudinal Section. Robt. Mills delr.\" Ink drawings\n                     showing details of interior.  [2336, N-412, N-413]","Rough drafts, finished plans, and specifications for various buildings.  F.\n                     See [7] and [1516] above for drawings of Monticello and Poplar Forest.\n                         [2336]","[3163]","[3164]","Poem.","Sine, cosine, tangent, and cotangent tables on recto. More tables with\n                     triangular forms on verso.  [3165]","[3130]","[3131, N-557]","[3133, N-559]","Method for tuning harpsichord.  [3155]","Method of cosecants.  [3167]","[3173]","The Adieu, Love and Opportunity, The Pleasures of the Town, Minuet de la cour, Air de l'Epreuve villageoise,  and  Money Musk. [3150]","Not titled.  [3151]","[3113]","With two sketches of this device for protecting young plants.  [3107,\n                        N-576]","[2339]","Lists slaves who are diggers of this trench.  [3108]","Survey of a road, partly on lands of N. M.  L[ewis] .  [3104]","Mentions river, Monticello, and Montalto with [barometric readings?] at each\n                     site.  [3149]","[3106]","[2340]","On verso of similar notes in unidentified hand.  [3109, N-564]","Spirits, whiskey, salt, brown sugar, white sugar, tea, coffee, cotton, and\n                     candles.  [3110]","English and French measurements.  [3111]","[3114]","[3115]","[3116]","Mentions London, Paris, and Fry-Jefferson map. On verso are notes on winds,\n                     comparing Williamsburg and Monticello.  [3117]","Original unknown.  [2341]","[3118]","Perhaps index to mathematics book.  [3120]","Includes formula for correction of instrumental error.  [3169]","Unidentified.  [3140]","Mr. Harrison's mill and Woodson's Ferry.  [3132, N-558]","[3135, N-526-B]","[3134, N-560]","Tweed Side  and  To Maggy My Love I Did Tell. [3152]","[N-370]","Unidentified.  [3142]","Unidentified.  [3143]","[3136, N-526-D]","[3137, N-526-C]","[3138, N-526-E]","Unidentified. \n                      [3142, N-526-F]","Unidentified. \n                      [3143, N-526-G]","Unidentified.  [3144]","Monticello, Carter's Bridge, Warren Ferry, Gibson's gate, Raleigh, Mrs.\n                     Flood's, H. Flood's, Hunter's, Candler's, Limestone Bridge, Poplar Forest,\n                     Campbell Court House, Flat Creek, Waterlick, Turnpike, my road, western gate,\n                     and Poplar Forest house.  [3147]","Draft of letter in unidentified hand.  [3156]","Mentions Congressional campaign.  [3123]","Land and slave sales.  [3124]","Scientific discussion.  [3125]","Perhaps wrappers. \"1st day: plat\" and \"to be decyphered.\"\n                         [3162]","[N-367, K-31]","Drawn by John Neilson?  [N-353, K-Pl. 17]","[N-372]","[N-333]","Specifications on back.  [N-381]","[N-380]","See N-305, N-306, and N-366.  [N-369]","Perhaps a study by to Mills to teach Cornelia J. Randolph rendering.\n                         [N-502]","[N-378]","[N-379]","[N-373]","Includes one franked by William Wirt as Attorney General of U.S.\n                         [3157]","[3158]","[3160]","Care of Mr. Brown.  [3161]","\"Candidates for Professorships\"","Owned by T. J.?","Postmarked July 12.","23 entries from \"W. Harvie's book of the estate's accounts\"","First line: \"Last Valentine's day when bright Phoebus shone clear\"","In Italian. \"La Primavera\" and \"La Partenza\"","Incomplete.","5 yards wide check, 1 large and 2 small hair brooms.","\"[not?] to have reason, and to have it useless and...employed, is nearly the\n                     same.\" At the bottom of T. J.'s note is a note pencilled in another hand\n                     \"Written by Thomas Jefferson and left by him (?) between these leaves.\n                     H.A.W.\"","First line begins: \"Today he puts forth the tender leaves of hope ...\"","Removed from T. J.'s copy of  Dictionnaire\n                        raisonné universel d'histoire naturelle (McGregor A 1767 .V34)","Mileage from various points in upper right; unidentified hand. \n                      [N-526-A]","In T.J.'s hand addressed to New Hampshire Governor, William Plumer, at Epping, N.H.; free franked by T. J. in upper left, with \"Milton, Va. 24 July\" \n           written in the upper right in an unidentified hand; the letters \"RWW\" within a rectangular box are stamped above; remnant of red wax seal."],"userestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eCopyright has not been evaluated for the items in this collection. 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Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.","This collection is arranged into three series: Series 1. Documents and Manuscripts; Series 2. Ledgers and Bound Manuscripts; Series 3. Oversized Documents and Manuscripts.  Each series is arranged in chronological order by date.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.053","In 1715 Col. G. Mason (father of Sarah and grandfather to Commodore Brooke) died, leaving among other children, by his last wife two sons and one daughter Sarah Mason-left several tracts of land to sons who died under age and their property left to their sister--she married, under age, in 1734 to Thomas Brooke--before her marriage to protect her estate a settlement made of her lands and slaves upon her and Thomas Brooke during their life and heirs of her body by Brooke or any other husband--in failure of heirs her half-brother George--Articles of Agreement between G. Mason and Brooke who gave £2,000 bond for its execution--in 1735 George died intestate--Brooke never executed the agreement but sold most of his wife's land and ran the money, then died--Mrs. Ann Mason, widow of George, brought suit against Sarah and Thomas Brook (deceased) for breach of bond and won--conveyances made by Brooke cannot be disputed.","Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres--son Samuel conveyed it by deed July 1, 1685 to brother Rawleigh--conveyed by him to William Lambert, Dec. 2, 1692--conveyed by him to George Mason, April 19, 1693--left by will to sons who died underage--descended to sister Sarah who with husband Thomas Brooke sold it to Zephaniah Wade, October 20, 1738--Z. Wade Conveyed 300 acres on Nov. 26, 1739 to Saml. Magruder for Eliza. Spencer--it was reconveyed to Z. Wade on Aug. 4, 1744--Jan. 16, 1745 sold to John Littleton--on his death left to 2 sons and is now property of William Butler Harrison--the remaining part of 788 acres was sold by Z. and Violiner Wade to John Brown Dec. 15, 1739--left at his death to Ann, a daughter who married Charles West--they deeded it to Geo. Washington, Oct. 27,1772--he willed it to Lewis.","Items in this collection were acquired by gift and purchase from various sources. Materials are added to the collection as they are acquired.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1967.01.02","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.042","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.037","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.038","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.043","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.045","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.44","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.047","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.048","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.049","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.056","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.060","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.077a","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.063","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.064","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.071","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.075","Note on folder says this document was on display for 20 years in a display case in the Ann Pamela Cunningham building.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.080","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.041","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1967.01.03","Gift: Jess and Grace Pavey Fund, 2007","London: Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, 1768","Robert Bremner","Broadside, In Congress July 4th, 1776: the unanimous Declaration of the thirteen United States of America. Conserved by Cleveland Conservation of Art on Paper, Inc., 8 December 2011","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter, order to pay. Instructs him to pay £78.13.10 to John Winter. Docketed on reverse. William Adair, Agent to the Coldstream Regiment.","Conserved June 2006 by Holly Krueger.","This collection of historic manuscripts dates from 1607-1933, with the bulk of materials dating from 1738-1868. The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.","Portions of this collection have been digitized, as noted in the item-level descriptions.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Docketed \"Crompe and others. con. cutbush et al ... 1607. order. or Decree.\" and \"A Decree for the platts against Cutbush.\"\tThe signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","D.S. 2 pages. Accessioned as a \"legal document\" signed by Lawrence Washington and Henry Thoresby in 1615. Elizabethan handwriting makes it difficult to decipher the purpose of the document or the actual date. The signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","Document granting 1500 acres of land to Lt. Col. John Washington \"for ye transportation thirty servants into this Colony ...\" Lists the names of 28 servants and \"Two Negroes.\" Signed by Anthony Bridges. Nicholas Spencer listed as one of the justices at Westmoreland County court where transaction is approved. Washington gained several thousands of acres in this manner.","A.D.S. 1 page. Recorded in Stafford on March 12, 1690. Registered in deed book Thomas Lee. Addressed to \"Mr. William [ ] our agent in Virginia\" survey by John Alexander on April 27, 1669 granting 5000 acres to Spencer and Washington is patented and ordered registered.","D. 1 page. Grant of 5000 acres in Stafford County [later Fairfax County] \"in the freshes of the Potomacke river\", opposite Piscataway village and between Little Hunting Creek and Epsiwasson Creek [Mount Vernon], \"said land being due ... for the transportation of one hundred into this Colony.\" ","Early copy of original grant, endorsed in hand of Genl. Washington on back \"Govr. Jeffreys Grant for 5000 acs. to Colo. Nicholas Spencer and Lt. Colo. Jno. Washington 1677\", watermark (crown over GR).","Legal document from 1687, written on vellum. The first first paragraph is written in Latin; the subsequent text is in English.  Appears to be dated 20 May 1687, and describes a legal obligation from Thomas Grosham and his wife Sarah to Richard Newsome(?). Document was witnessed by Rich Nicholson, [second name unclear], and Hen. Washington.  The document and the second signature may be in the same hand.","D.S. 2 pages. Conveyance of 300 acres of a patent of 1906 acres of land on Little Hunting Creek, Stafford County [later Fairfax] for 3000 [ ] of good tobacco. Endorsed in hand of General Washington on reverse \"Thompson to Rose Bargain and Sale 14th March 1688\" and also in another hand. Signed on reverse by Thompson and witnesses. Sale acknowledged on May 8, 1689, by Richard Gibson and Ma [ ] Thompson.","A.D.S. 1 page. Survey by George Brent of part of the land granted to Nicholas Spencer and John Washington. On reverse is a transcript of the grant by Lord Culpeper to Spencer and Washington. See under date March 1, 1674.","A.D.S. 1 page. Deed of lease to John Bushrod (ancestor of Bushrod Washington) for \"Searles\" plantation to include \"all houses, outhouse buildings Gardens Orchards ...\" Witnessed by James Westcomb and William Scott.","D. 1 page. Excerpts of Last will and Testament of John Custis grandfather of Daniel Parke Custis. Integral cover addressed to Major John Custis, watermarked (crown over heraldic shield). Test copy by \"Robert Howson C Cir Ct Northampt.\"","1. Chifonessex Plantation and Arlington house with 250 to John Custis, his son. -- 2. All male cattle on Smith's and Mackeon Islands. -- 3. 1 large silver dish, six large silver plates, one large silver basin, 2 silver candlesticks with a silver snuffer dish, 2 silver snuffers, 1 good feather bed and furniture, choice of pistols and holsters, best sword. -- 4. All rest of land at Pocomock not disposed of in his lifetime. -- 5. Quarter part of the Brigenton the Northampton built by John Bowden; the biggest silver tankard and \"my fathers picture now hanging in my hall\". -- 6. The male cattle given in will bars him of further claim owed him.","William Byrd writes to his brother-in-law John Custis, enclosing a will of their father-in-law Daniel Parke (dated 1710 December 7) regarding inheritance to their wives Frances and Lucy, daughters of Daniel Parke. Autograph document signed, 3 pages. Additional documents include a 1710 October 27 legal note regarding court settlement involving Daniel Parke - autograph document signed, small sheet; and an unrelated document with a list of receipts dated May 1757 of payments received from Daniel Parke Custis written, dated, and signed for in the hand of each creditor, autograph document signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanks her for letter--gives her an opportunity to write her and assure her that she is not ambitious if she had the watch she would return it to her--the barbarous murder of Genl. Parke plundered him of all--there is little or nothing of it restored though he had six or seven thousand pounds--they are not even being punished--wishes all relatives of Parke would petition the Queen--\"tis a greif beyond expression to se the injustice that is done so great a man\"--sorry that she is such a sufferer by the General's will--it was never her desire to have any part of his estate--if it is in her power to help it her estate will not be burdened with the debts--the new general has seized some of the estate and talks of taking more--she has a small silver basin and ladle of Genl. Parke's--either or both are at her service.","Docketed \"a letter giving an acct. of Col. Parke's death.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"K. Chester.\"","Sampson Darrell deed for Dogue Creek land, George Washington's copy. Virginia deed for land described as located in Stafford County [Fairfax County], granted to Sampson Darrell for 162 acres by the Right Hon. Catherine Lady Fairfax, sole proprietor of the Northern neck of Virginia. Dated November 26, 1717 with a separate docket in the handwriting of George Washington relating to the 1717 deed that came into his possession after he purchased the land in his expansion of the Mount Vernon plantation in the late 1750's. This grant to Sampson Darrell in the Northern Neck was originally for 200 acres but was corrected and regranted to Lady Catherine Culpeper in 1717 in the amount of 162 acres which George Washington later acquired. 1 sheet with fragment.","D. 3 pages. Daniel Parke has Virginian and English estates--heavily in debt--his wife [Jane] the daughter of Philip Ludwell had a considerable fortune--two daughters: Frances married to John Custis and Lucy married to Wm. Byrd--in 1705 Queen Ann made him Governor of Leward Islands held this for 5 years and acquired considerable estate there--in Dec. 1710 he was murdered by the inhabitants \"who plundered his house of all his plate, mony, jewells, and household stuff\"--no reparation ever made--the pretense for this was the suspicion that the Governor was too familiar with some of their wives namely Mrs. Chester by whom he was supposed to have a child--confirmd this by his liberality to the child (at his death too young to be christened)--by his will left all his estate in the Leward Islands for the use of his child called Lucy Chester--the mother Katherine Chester--if Lucy died before she came of age he \"began at last to remember his lawfull children\", gave Frances Custis all his estate in Virginia and England--willing that his daughter should pay the legacies hereafter mentiond and all his debts--hard upon her however Mr. Custis and his wife discharged all the debts due both in England and Virginia amounting to many thousand pounds and then paid the legacies--got no account of debts in the Leward Islands--Mrs. Custis wrote the executor Mr. Rhodny--he said very few of the General's papers came to hand, the mob having destoyed them--a Mr. Perry owed money--now at last after more than 14 yrs. are past a man who calls himself Dunbar Parke, married to Lucy Chester, demands L10,000 of Mr. Custis (Frances long since dead) for debts owed by Daniel Parke in the Leward Islands--no notice ever given of such debts before--since all estates and debts in the four Leward Islands were given to Lucy Chester she ought to be liable for the debts--if the estate in England and Virginia must assume these debts as well as those in Va. and Eng. neither Frances nor Lucy Burd will have anything left from the estate--not the meaning of the testator.","Docketed \"This paper gives much information respecting the murder of Govr. Parke and other family matters.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Signed and sealed by Roger Gregory, Mildred Gregory. Docketed on reverse, possibly later in the hand of George Washington, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"Bond to Auge Washington 19th Octr 1726.\"","D.S. oversize parchment folded. An indenture for the sale of the estate of Culthorpe in Derbyshire, England by Francis Ash \"of St. Mary's county in the province of Maryland planter, ...\" Augustine Washington acting under a power of attorney granted him by Ash. Reference to the contract for the sale on June 25, 1728. presumably Washington, when he traveled to England in 1729, acted to complete the sale for Ash.","The case of planters of tobacco in Virginia, as represented by themselves, signed by the president of the council and speaker of the House of Burgesses ([London: Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick Lane]). This pamphlet was written by Robert Carter for the vindication of the representation for the planters in Virginia: made by the General assembly of that colony.","A.L.S. 1 page. Explains the reasons for the delay in repaying debt. Signature not legible. John Bushrod was the maternal grandfather of Judge Bushrod Washington.","D. 1 page. Deeds dated May 25 and 26th, 1739 to 523 acres on Muddy Hole Branch [later a part of Mount Vernon] for a consideration of £150.","Document, early copy, laminated, docketed by George Washington on reverse, watermark (crown over shield with GR).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Sorry to hear his family is so sickly especially with \"flux\"--gives minute directions for their care i.e. bleeding, vomits etc.--herbs to use and how to prepare various remedies--Hannah's ailment and how to treat it--has had a good year all his tobacco is in the houses--haying now, has a great quantity--3000 tobacco hhds.--poor old Harry sick--Mr. Winch's land--Clayborn land being bought for Winch--your sister knows nothing of it--she is being turned out and sent her lawyer to him for advice--is repairing her house at Waldees--whom does he mistrust?--Custis coat-of-arms discussed--Winch has come by his lately--\"every scoundrell ye has money, may go ye heralds office and buy a coat of arms\"--Daniel has more right to it than his sister now married--list of things he is sending (wine, cider, and sugar, mint water, cinnamon) with advice about how to take care of it.","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (J. Honig and crown over encircled lion rampant with motto).","A.D.S. 3 pages. Release for the 180 acres of the Spencer grant lying along Dogue Creek [later part of Mount Vernon for £105 current money and £500 tobacco--all the land lying in Truro Parish, Prince William County [Fairfax] on upper side of Doeg Creek, containing 180 acres Ninety Eight and half perches [formerly part of tract granted to Nicholas Spencer].","Docketed by George Washington on reverse, and in another hand \"Copy Release-Spencer to Osborne,\" watermarks (crown over GR on shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soie quo Mal y pense\"). Witnessed by John Colville, William Payne, John Brown, Stephen Lewis. Receipt signed by Wm. Spencer same date for payment received. Proved Nov. 26, 1739 by Catesby Cocke Clerk. Copy teste by John Graham.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentions letter received telling of his ill health and advanced age, fears he will not recover, so wished to make his peace with all the world--Cable lets him know that he is his friend--sets his conscience at rest in respect to what has happened between them--result of misunderstandings--\"I really apprehended that I was ill used\"--not guilty of malpractice--wrote to the governor that he would not act by the Commission he had--wants him to bestow it on someone else--can't after renouncing it take it up again--would do anything to oblige him [Custis] and settle peace among \"our Relations\"--hopes there may be a way found to do it without trouble--wants to settle things so none of friends or relations are discontented--if either of them die before they meet again hopes they will meet in the Everlasting Kingdom where no disturbance can be--\"Your Sister sends you her kind Love ...\"","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR within shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a permit to take in Virginia tobacco. This is the earliest known written example of the name \"Mount Vernon\" used for Washington's estate. Fairfax was Lawrence Washington's father-in law.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"Platt of a Survey made for Capt. Augustine Washington and Mr. John Washington in Westmoreland County ...\" Contains metes and bounds and ink and pencil drawing of the tract bordered on three sides by Bridges Creek Potomac River and Pope's Creek. Later renamed Wakefield by Wm. Aug. Washington.","A.D.S. 2 pages. For 106 acres on Dogue Run in Truro Parish, Fairfax County, part of a greater tract of land belonging to Sampson Darrel, and bounded by line of land of late Wm. Spencer and Dogue Run--yearly rent of 730 lbs. of tobacco--privileges and restrictions of the lease. Signed by John Gist. Witnessed by Giles Tillet and Wm. Sherman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Laminated onto another sheet of paper, reverse side not legible. Discharge order for David Coulton by Admiral Edward Vernon. Sentence of a court martial.","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Aug. Washington\".  Letter of family interest--expresses pleasure at Lawrence's recovery--congratulations on birth of son--\"You need not have been so severe on the Salts as you were in your last, if you would but consider how much you are indebted to them ...\"--doesn't approve of taking up large tracts of land so far back, \"it is a ready way to keep your Self always behind hand.\"--Warner Washington to marry Betty Mason the end of the month. Integral cover, watermark (crown over encircled GR, and crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, in hand of James Mitchell, laminated, docketed on reverse \"Mitchel acct. Recpt. £4,\" charred by fire. Account covers period from November 6, 1748-July 2, 1749--for such items as horses butter, \"making yr. Bed Slip,\" washing, dinner and club--entries for 1748 scratched through. Receipted on July 1, 1749 for £1/4 by James Mitchell.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends news that Custis's father [John Custis] heartily approves of his marriage with Miss [Martha] Dandridge--\" ... he has so good a Character of her That he had rather you shou'd have her than any Lady in Virginia. Nay if possible he is as much enamoured with her Character as you are with her Person and this is owing chiefly to a prudent speech of her own. Hurry down immediately for Fear he shou'd change the strong inclination he has to your Marrying directly.\"--gave briddle and saddle to Jack in Custis's name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi Soit qui mal y pense,\" and crown over GR). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Power.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c.1750].","One page from a ledger book dated 1747 in the hand of Lawrence Washington, for accounts with \"The Right Honourable Lord Fairfax.\" The purchases include bills of exchange for sterling, sheep, gunpowder and shells, payment for smith work, and barrels of Indian meal. The payments were made primarily against rent payments.","Title page from \"A Book of Surveys Began July 22nd 1749.\"Facsimile copy with note at top:  \"Fac simile, copied from a Manuscript in the handwriting of Washington.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account - Lawrence Washington with the Ohio Company. Account before his death, and interest run up on the unpaid account after his death, amount credited to his account. Autograph document signed by Geo. Mason, docketed \"The Estate of Lawrence Washington Esqr. deceased with The Ohio Company - Acc't, May 8, 1772, \"laminated, Watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over encircled armed figure).This acc't. drawn up and signed by George Mason on part of Ohio Co. Attested on May 19, 1772, by A. Henderson, Clerk of Fairfax Co. Court.","Plant cutting of boxwood. Note reads it was planted by Lawrence Washington.","D. 1 page. Bill - Benjamin Nockalls to Mr. John Price. Bill for wom[an]s shoes and white thread--am't of bill £0.11. Document, on reverse of broadside advertisement by Benjamin Nockalls, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR).","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for June 14, 1751-April 3, 1752 for medical care, including one entry \"Jan 10 [1752] To a large box antiscorbutick Ointm. for Mr. George Washington.\" Also includes entries \"a Visit to yr Negro wench,\" and \"Drawing a tooth for yr Negro.\" Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. Doctr. Sutherland April 27th 1752 1.6.9.,\" badly charred. Receipted on April 27, 1752 for Dr. Sutherland by [ ] Peyton.","D. Document, partly printed, laminated, torn and charred, watermark (crown). Bill for cloth, buttons, buckram, thread, etc., amounting to £2.19.","A.L.S. 1 page. Because of Capt. Wilson's situation it has been impossible to issue Lawrence's half pay--needs a new power of atty.--also asks Lawrence to send him a letter for the Secy. of War in re. his bad state of health and requesting a 12 mo. extension of his leave. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn and name L.V. Garrevink). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Anth. Stewart\".","A.D.S. Bill for [ ] amounting to £0.18.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of [ ] Morley, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown), on reverse of Richard Gore's Broadside Advertisement. Receipted by A[ur.?] Morley.","D. 1 page. Bill for gimblets, and blades and sail needles--amounting to £3.8. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (G[R])?","D. 2 pieces. An undated one-page list of over 80 persons, some well known Virginians - including Col. Fairfax, Col. Lee, and Maj. Washington - who purchased items from the estate of Lawrence Washington, George Washington's older brother. The total value of bonds and other sundries comes to 386 pounds, 10 shillings, 10 pence. Sheet is docketed on the reverse in George Washington's handwriting. The second item is a brief note, also undated, of 6 lines in an unknown hand that identifies the first item and points out George Washington's handwriting in the docketing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes to the merchant firm in London: \"You have here Inclosed a Bill of Loding for Twelve ho[gsheads] of very Choice fine Tobacco for which I hope you will render me an agreeable price. I received my Accts. Currt. the Ballance then I observe due to me £1830 = 17:10 which I believe to be Right ... \". Page has been damaged and taped.","D. 6 pages. Document, contemporary attested copy by Wm. Moss, laminated. Witnessed by Wm. Waite, Jno. North, Andrew W. Warren and Joseph Gound. Proved Sept. 26, 1752 by John Graham in Fairfax County. ","1. to be buried in a proper vault at Mt. Vernon -- 2. [Mount Vernon lands and buildings] and land on Bullskin, Frederick Co. to his wife for use during her life, and 1/2 of negroes -- 3. all real and personal property not otherwise disposed of in Virginia and Md. to go to daughter Sarah and her heirs, but in case of her death without issue: brother Augustine to receive Principio, Accokeek, Kingsbury, Lacanshire and No. East Iron works in Va. and Md., reserving 1/3 of profits to wife, and 2 tracts of land in Frederick County; George, on death of Lawrence's wife, to get all lands with improvements in Fairfax Co., and, further, during life of wife George to have use of a share of land equal to that given to Samuel, John and Charles. Remaining lands in Frederick Co. to bros. Samuel, John, and Charles (each to pay their sister Betty £150) -- in case any of the three die without issue, land to revert to Augustine. Each of brothers to receive part of remaining share of negroes and pay wife £100 sterling. -- 4. certain other properties to be sold to pay debts. (Share in Ohio Co., lands, and lots in Alexa. included, and arrears of his half pay) -- 5. Mourning ring to wife, mother in law and executors. Appoints Wm. Fairfax, George Fairfax, August. and George Washington, Majr. John Carlyle nd Nathaniel Chapman as executors.","D.S. 2 pages. A writ of examination for the release of the dower lands of Sarah Johnston to her husband George. George Washington is mentioned as still residing in King George County. Sarah Johnston was examined by George William Fairfax, Daniel McCarty and William Ramsay who all signed the document. Their seals are covered over with pieces of paper.","Plat showing the purchase of land for John Augustine Washington, acquiring 643 acres of land granted by Thomas Rutherford in Frederick (now Jefferson) County, VA. George Washington had also purchased land in Frederick County, acquiring 453 acres also from Thomas Rutherford, granted by Lord Fairfax. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed.","Received of Daniel Parke Custis executor of John Custis Esqr. deceased 25 lbs.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Sir, Ten days ago I sent an express to Governor Shirley with orders to him to meet me at Annapolis in Maryland and have desir'd. Mr. Delancy to accompany him thither:...,\" [signed] E. Braddock.","Embossed Revenue Stamp on Colonial; partially printed--3 pence revenue stamp of Massachusetts. Directs sheriff of Essex County to attach the goods or arrest Timothy Rogers of Glocester.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on reverse, \"Rect. No. 41\". Receipted August 1 1761 by Lodwick, witnessed by William Anderson and William Simms. Hardwick was overseer on Bullskin property in Frederick Co. This acct. for L7.10.3 for cattle and wheat delivered by Lodwick.","Printed by B. Franklin for 15 shillings. Pa note.","Partially printed, signed (by Charlee Thompson).\"To counterfeit is death\" on back of note.\" Painted by B. Franklin and D. Hall 1760\" on back of note. \"This bill shall pass for five pounds within the Province of Pennsylvania according to an Act of Assembly made in the 33rd year of the Riegn of King George dated the fifth day of May, 1760\".","D. 2 pages. Account - Mary Washington with Dekar, Thompson, and Cox. Purchases of supplies including food, cloth, and housewares. Torn and charred, laminated.","Form letter, printed, signed by Russell, laminated, (another form letter included on same page), included in letter of May 4, 1762, Russell to J.A.W. Informing him of new partnership between him and William Molleson--assures him of continued attention to his affairs.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received news of Col. Aug[ustine] Washington's death--[Post ?] chariot for Mrs. Bushrod being sent by ship insured--has lately taken a partner, as enclosed - [see form letters dated March 25, 1762, James Russell to John Augustine Washington; and James Russell and Molleson to John A. Washington]--sends Mr. Bushrod's acct. current. Integral cover, laminated, docketed \"The firm of James Russell and Molleson [ ] there first Letter 5 March 1762\".","Copy. Endorsed at top, \"Copy of a letter in possession of Mrs. G.W. Bassett of Hanover Co., Va. being one, of only two letters, in which Genl. Washington was known to indulge in humor\".\"Not in Writings\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington\". Letter in a humorous vein congratulating the Bassetts on the birth of another child,--comments on church-going--chides him humorously for not attending church, \"Could you but behold with what religious zeal I hye me to Church on every Lords day ...\"--state of tobacco crop.","Print document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Basketts. 1764. London.","Pennsylvania 5s denomination note. Main text runs vertically through, \"Printed by B. Franklin.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of monies received by and owing to John Carlyle, including sums relating to the estate of Lawrence Washington and to John Posey.","Small proof copy of stamp. Re: Stamp Act.","An example of a stamp required on colonial paper based on the British Parliamnet's Stamp Act. Embossed 4d, red, gem proof.","D.S. 2 pages. Document signed, fragment, laminated, torn and charred scrap of paper. Account from May 3-July 30, 1765, for snuff, Irish l[inen], silk hat, fann, etc. Account signed by [Ja]mes Buchanan.","Incomplete copy., \"revived and improved: Or, An Astronomical Diary, For the Year of our Lord Christ 1766. Calculated for the Meridian of Boston in New England, Lat. 42 Deg. 25 Min. North.\" Housed in a handmade enclosure with button tie.","A.D. 2 pages. Total of £121. 15S. received from Mr. Harvey, Richard Lee and Mr. Simpson.","Printed document , 1 page folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.D.S. 1 page. Amos Ogden (of Reading County, New Jersey) grants power of attorney to Thomas Ogden of New Sarum, Great Britain,\" ... to do whatsoever may be necessary to be done respecting some Lands in West Florida in America ...\" Witnessed by John Blagge and William [Virtue?].","D. 1 page. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR). Account for 1 doz. black lead pencils, steel pencil case, pocket knife, sheep sheers, etc.---amounting to £1.7.6.","D.S. 4 pages. \"At the Court of St. James.\" Grant made to Amos Ogden, through the power of attorney given to Thomas Ogden, for 25,000 acres of land in west Florida. One of the conditions: That Amos Ogden \"do settle the Lands with foreign Protestants or Persons that shall be brought from his Magestys other Colonies in North America within ten years ...\"","Printed document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Dear Sir.\" Received receipt of acct. sales for past year--he has drawn on them for 3 sets of Exchange of £100 each--please send Miss Bushrod's invoice of goods soon for she is to be married and cannot set up house keeping without them--[paragraph blurred]--weather so cold and river frozen, so Capt. Johnstone slow in loading ship--make him insurance on 16 hhds. tobacco by Lord Camden in case of loss--[Added under date of 20 March 1769 in J.A.W.'s hand is] \"Invoice of all goods to be sent by the first ship into Rapahannock or Potomack for J. A. Washington,\" with list of things desired. On reverse is same list with prices added. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Copy of my Le[tter] and [invoice ?] [ ] Feb. 1769\", watermark (crown over encircled heraldic device and motto). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Has sent son George to see him, so he can see cruelty with which tutor treats the children--bad wound on his head--obliged if [Hannah B. Washington would send rosewater--wishes them joy of their young son--[Bestey ?] delivered of son--needs money to pay decree against estate--entitled to interest on payments being made to her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (figure holding aloft a liberty cap, lion rampant in enclosure with motto \"Pro Patria\"), bottom part of letter is missing.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter to his sister. Since he will be secluded for 2 or 3 years from Rippon Lodge while studying law [in England] desires her to write him news of their circle of friends--is a friend of the brother of her friend Mr. Cadwalleder--supposes she has had another child by now--cautions her not to spoil it as she has done Richard--requests her to send him some good hams, pickles, Indian corn, peaches. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn, LVG, and Bell).","A.D.S. 1 page. Concerns the examination of witnesses for the court. Docketed on reverse, \"Frederick 4th of October 1771, In obedience to the sithin order we the Subscribers have Deligently Examined Thom.s Speake in behalf of the Plaintiffs witness own hands.\"","D.S. 2 pages. The bond is for 500 pounds with Warner Washington as the co-signer for Throckmorton. Signed by John Ariss, a tenant farmer of George Washington's, as a witness. The various dates of the signatures are when payments were made.","D.S. 2 pages. A bill of sale of land owned by a wife. Witnessed and signed by Samuel Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Bill, account to John Aug. Washington of loss--a broker's account for settling a loss--plus current account rendered. Autograph document, partly mutilated, laminated, endorsed \"Lord Camden(?)\", watermark (Garrevenk).","D.S. 2 pages. Evaluation of Sundries belonging to Mary Washington by Charles Washington and Fielding Lewis. Inventory with value of livestock, tools, slaves--evaluated by Fielding Lewis and Chas. Washington. Document signed, in hand of Fielding Lewis, silked, endorsed by G.W.(?), watermark (crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D. 1 page. Indenture between Richard Simmons and Samuel Wade Magruder. 2 tracts of land called Wickhams and Pottingers discovery in Frederick Cty., Md. sold to Magruder by Simmons for £157.0 ... witnessed by Charles Jones and Andrew Heugh ... reverse side has Simmons receipt to Magruder for the money ... Jones and Heugh's statement that they have examined Mrs. Simmons' dower rights ... received and recorded Apr. 19, 1772 ... received of Magruder on Apr. 13, 1772 £0.8.0 for an Alienation fine on sd. land.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Account for 7 pr. plaid hose, black pettycoat, silk purse, pins, chrystall buttons, copper kettle, hair trunk, snuff box, etc. Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. [Ed]ward Moore 13th October 1772,\" two sheets badly torn and burned, watermark (crown over powder horn and LVG).Receipted on Oct. 13, 1772, on second sheet by Edward Moor.","Two copies. D.S. 1 page. Assignment of bond from Samuel Washington to Phil Pendleton to be transferred to Samuel Beale. Witnessed by Samuel Washington. Later assigned to Gabriel Jones, November 1772 and then to John Lewis, February 1773. Bond for 200 pounds.","D. 1 page. Eulogy of William Nelson, given to a \"Miss Bassett\" of Eltham, written in Williamsburg. Addressed to \"Miss Bassett[at]Eltham,\" probably Elizabeth Bassett, eldest daughter of Col. Burwell Bassett of Eltham. Document, laminated, watermark (GR surmounted by a crown).","Account, widow of Augustine Washington (half brother to George Washington). Date on original catalog appears 1773 (Jan.) - 1774 (Nov.). For sundries.","\"A Crown\" issued according to act of Gen. Assembly of Pennsylvania, passed in 13th year of reign of George III--signed Jacob Harman, Mord. Lewis, Joseph Allen--No. 15454 printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.L.  2 pages. Bushfield. Also includes copy of letter from James Russell to William Carr, 12 July 1773. Docketed on reverse, \"To William Carr Esqr. Merchant in Dumfries, By favor of Mr. Stadler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, poor condition. Account for medicines and treatment, including linement, laudanum, cordial mixture, bolus, ingredient for Glysters, etc., amounting to £ 6.18.0. Autograph document signed, laminated, a badly torn and charred scrap of paper, indecipherable watermark, docketed on reverse \"Mrs. Washington,\" and \"£6.18 4 Septr. 1774\". Date on original catalog card appears [c.1774]. Receipted by W. Mortimer.","A.D.S. Account from Sept. 1774-Feb. 1775 for sugar and codfish--£1.3.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of Benjamin Call, laminated, docketed \"Henly and Caul\". Receipted July 17, 1775 by Benjamin Call.","A.D.S 2 pages. An estate inventory of Lawrence Washington (1745-1774) -- a direct descendant of emigrant Col. John Washington and distant cousin of George Washington. The inventory includes 42 slaves (by name), cattle, and furnishings of each room. The inventory is signed by Thomas Jett and recorded by R. Bernard in Westmoreland County on December 31, 1782.","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 18 shillings for one pound of Hyson Tea. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed \"Robt. Broom £.18.0, 18th May 1774\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"-if you come to America you should come into this Province and be very cautious in buying ground; the people in this country they plow the ground that is cleared so many years together that they run it out.\"","D. 1 page. Sum of one pound promised to Burdett Ashton, executor of Anne Washington ... payable on or before this date, one yr ... bind themselves for 2 pounds ...\" Witnessed by John Ashton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges a grain measure--reports that the measure accords with his own and also with one from Baltimore--deduces that the measure then in use in [Westmoreland Co.] is inaccurate. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark incomplete (heraldic device).Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\".","A.L.S. 1 page, folded. Discusses the beginning of the Revolution. Advises James to stay in Scotland \"until the present dispute between the Parliament and America is ended.\" Continues \"-there is great preparation for war in the different provinces of this country; several skirmishes that happened; there was a battle at a place in New England called Concord ...\"","Printed enlistment broadside, signed by 17 recruits.","A.L.S. 1 page. Would have come to see her in Prince William but has been daily expecting Capt. Wood's return--has been out little because of lack of shoes--those she has are too small and cannot get any more.","D.S. List of 21 names of soldiers enlisting in the Continental Army for 1 year. Scituate, Massachusetts.","A.D.S. 1 page. A document in connection with a lawsuit over Augustine Washington's will: Alexander and Elizabeth Spotswood, Burdett and Ann Aston, and Jane Washington vs. John Augustine Washington, William Augustine Washington, and George Washington \"Infants under the Age of Twenty one Years\" [at the time of Augustine's death]. This document stipulates how George Washington's father's estate will be divided amongst the defendents and plaintiffs.","List of militia officers, including their rank, sworn in by the Committee of Westmoreland County, Virginia, including John Augustine Washington, Colonel (brother of George Washington). Document signed by J. Davenport. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mt. Pleast. Camp, South Side of James River, on my way to Norfolk. There has been an engagement between Dunmore and the Lowlanders--can tell details--postscript adds that Mr. James Lewis will act for him at division of estate [of Augustine Washington ?] and receive his part. Autograph letter signed, fragment only, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown over powder horn), directed on reverse, \"Carry this letter to Westmoreland\".","L. 4 pages. Letter, unsigned. Attributed to Rev. Abiel Leonard before the siege of Boston in 1775, has a note to return to William A. Saunders of Cambridge.","\"This BILL of SIX DOLLARS, shall entitle the BEARER hereof to receive GOLD or SILVER, at the rate of FOUR SHILLINGS and SIX-PENCE sterling per DOLLAR. . . .\"Passed by Maryland Provincial Convention. Printed by F. Green.","\"According to the Resolves of the Assembly of Pennsylvania, of the 18th day of November, in the sixteenth Year of the Reign of G.E.O. the Third. Dated at Philadelphia, the 8th Day of December, 1775.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.D.S. Receipt for slaves, cattle, etc. alotted to Ashton as his wife's [Ann Washington's] portion of estate of her father, Augustine Washington--valuation amounts to £432.3.8. Autograph document signed, in hand of John A. Washington, laminated, docketed \"Rect. B. Ashton £432.3.8, 21 decr. 1775\".Witnessed by Danl. McCarty.","A.D. 1 page. List of names, county, amount of rent, amount in arrears.","D. 1 page. \"Articles of agreement\" between Amos Ogden and Thomas Ogden include \"Robert Ogden, New York\" and \"David Ogden, New Jersey.\"","Revolutionary War Journals of James Humphrey, written partially in code, with separate marching orders and review of procedures - 4 items. A 32 page journal, the first seven pages being in code, recording information such as an encouragement to continue in the service of the state of Massachusetts, a list of men in Captain Gore's company, the rations allowed each man, the pay scale of a battalion, a copy of regimental orders, and a list of names of the men on guard duty. Attributed to James Humphrey who used the same code in anothern journal. Together with an additional 20 pages containing numerous tables such as the diameter of guns and balls, the \"composition for Fuzes of Shells of all Natures,\" how to figure the time of flight of a cannon ball, etc. Separate sheets list marching orders and instructions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mifflin, an aide-de-camp to George Washington, writes: \"General Washington has been dangerously ill -- His Complaint a perineumony. He is much better and said to be out of Danger -- His Situation has occasioned great anxiety in our Minds. The Consequences which would follow the Loss of so great a Man at this time cannot be calculated.\"","D.S. 1 page. 25 men signed or made their X to enroll for 3 months of service in the \"American Army.\" Document signed, partially printed.","A.L.S. 3 pages, docketed with two separate promissory notes. Donald Campbell writes about the war ruining his business and the need for a \"good constitution\" to get the people to believe in Independence.","This one-sixth dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Currency Note. This one-third dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads: \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Seven dollar Continental currency note, printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. Am ordered by G. Washington to make provisions for marching army--have ready 80,000 lb. hard bread at Woodstock--stop sending any more flower, etc. to camp--part of bread must be at Woodstock before the detachment on Wed., \"... the consequence of a failure may be fatal\"--keep it as much to yourself as possible.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Reporting the survey of the Ohio Co. 200,000/acres by Capt. Hancock Lee and Mr. Leet--they have it all in one tract on Licking Creek which falls into the Ohio 150 miles below the Scioto R. about [80] miles above the Kentucky R.--it is clear of Henderson's and the Vandalia Co. claims--\"By all Accounts it is equal to any Land on this Continent, being exceedingly rich and level.\"--charges for survey £650--each member owes £50 each he can't pay it all--men waiting for the money--puts it to him as a \"Man of Honour\" if he intends to benefit from the survey he ought to pay some portion of the charge or sell out his shares. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR), docketed, \"Geo. Mason - dated ye 12 March 1776-receivd 5th Oct. [ ] Col. R. Lee, delivered ye [ ] to R. McKeldon\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Mason\".","One shilling note, emitted by a law of colony of New Jersey passed March 25, 1776, signed by Robt. Smith, Jonathan Deare, and John Smythe. Printed by Isaac Collins, Burlington, New Jersey.","Printed document 1 page. Broadside signed by John Jay [then President of Congress] with instructions to the Commanders of the Private Ships or Vessels of War, instructing then that they will have Commissions of Letters of Marque and Reprisal, authoring them to make Captures of British Vessels and Cargoes.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt of a list of bonds due George William Fairfax. Collected by Lund Washington and received by Craven Payton. Docketed on reverse by George Washington: \"Craven Payton receipt for Bonds - taken at the sale of Colo Fairfax's Furniture etc., 7th April 1776.\"","Continental currency note for three dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Letter or journal entry written from Montreal, Canada on May 24, 1776 with sketched map of Lake Champlain on the back. Describes movement and condition of troops and arms of the Northern Department, some have smallpox and fever. It is unknown who the creator is but was at one time attributed to David Avery. References Benedict Arnold.","Warrant written to Ebenezer Hancock the Deputy Paymaster General of the USA to Pay to David Townsend, Surgeon of the 6th Regiment, a refund of 23 pounds 7 shillings for smallpox medicines he purchased for the 6th regiment. Signed by Artemas Ward and Joseph Ward.","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragmented document is signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. No. 101 Wm. Hunter £5.8.9, 21st Augt. 1776\". Receipted by Wm. Hunter. Bill for Irish linen, cotton cards, and thread, amounting to £5.8.9.","Continental currency note for five dollars signed by B. [Benjamin] Levy and Thomas Donnellan. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page, writing on both sides. Amos Ogden of New Jersey agrees to give Thomas Ogden one-fifth of any land which the latter, acting as attorney, can recover from an apparent dispute of a land grant in West Florida.","A.L.S. 1 page. From Princeton, New Jersey. Addressed on the verso. Written in the hand of Major Aaron Burr, Aide-De-Camp to Putnam. In the letter, Putnam defends one of his soldiers being charged with misconduct saying that he is reliable and has taken General Washington's Oath of Fidelity. Putnam also orders scouting parties to be kept as close to the enemy as possible.","2nd Company 1st Regiment Connecticut Militia--Lists categories for Capt. Camps's 42 men, shows which soldiers are sick, absent, discharged, dead, or deserted. Return - Connecticut Militia.","D.S. 1 page. Commission for Benedict Arnold to serve as Major General, signed by John Hancock.","Document, signed, 1 page, folded, writing on two sides. Town meeting voted to establish the hospital according to law. Dr. Daniel Parker and Dr. Nathaniel Cook were the physicians in charge.","A.D.S. Autograph document signed, in hand of Lund Washington, Harper's name signed with X, laminated, docketed. Receipt for 20 shillings for making ten pairs of \"negro shoes\" for General Washington's people.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Memorial presented to Congress relating to widows of foreign officers. Letter to George Washington is enclosed. See letter of 1777 October 6. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark (encircled fleur-de-lis surmounted by crown). [Letter to G.W. is enclosed--see letter of Oct. 6, 1777, Baron Holtzendorf to G.W.].","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary Act during the reign of George III repealed the Boston Port Act of Massachusetts.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act repealing the Sugar Act.","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary act discontinuing the Duties on Cotton-wool, the Growth and Product of the British Colonies or Plantations in America, exported from this Kingdom.","Collection of receipts ranging from 1778-1795. Twenty-five items mostly relating to Betty Washington Lewis for the period of her widowhood. Includes payment for stockings, property taxes, her sons' tuition, linen, a copper kettle, and a statement of \"Debt, interest and payments on two Bonds ... from John Wayman, Edward Snickers and William Brady to Col. Fielding Lewis.\" In Mylar enclosures.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Promises on penalty of £10,000 to give him title to land in King and Queen County soon as possible. Pay purchase money to James Hill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Alexa.\", docketed \"Title Papers - John P. Custis' Lre. directing payment of money for King and Queen Estate to Jams. Hill and engaging a title to J.H. - Mem - Deed is recorded in the Genl. Court.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. A notice of the election of Philip Smith, Joseph Lane, and Fleet Cox to act as Tax Commissioners for Westmoreland County; \"freely and Indifferently\" elected by Freeholders and Housekeepers. Signed by John Augustine Washington (1736-1787; brother of George Washington), Richard Lee, and Thomas Chilton.","Autograph letter, signed. Letter written from Bushrod Washington, to his mother, Hannah Bushrod Washington, about his time in Fredericksburg.","This broadside was used as an advertisement to help fund engravings of Robert Edge Pine's painting that celebrated the American cause. It is filled out by Pine in manuscript on behalf of George William Fairfax who bought and sponsored five prints. Paid by George William Fairfax and signed by Robert Edge Pine","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.","D.S. 1 page. Partially printed document. Loyalty oath, signed at Valley Forge by Moses Greenleaf, captain of a Foot Company. \"I Moses Greenleaf Capt. In ... do acknowledge the United States of America to be Free ... \".","Colonel John Augustine Washington, by orders of his Excellency the governor, instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft of one third of the militia 'held in readyness at a  moments warning.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter by Washington's aide-de-camp requesting Clement Biddle's horse for Martha Washington, who wants to \"ride a short distance that day.\"","Continental currency note, eight dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, sixty dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page. A Return of the 10th Company of the 3rd Regiment of Militia in the County of Worcester. Company strength report. Marginal note to the section that separates soldiers by race is \"Quakers 3.\" Document signed, partially printed.","Bill for 3 pieces of handkerchief, 15 yds. in each for £45.0.0.","Continental currency note, thirty-five dollars. This note was supposedly found in Washington's desk after his death and had been in General Nicholas Fitzhugh's family until its donation. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I have the Deed from the General [George Washington] for the Land you bought of the [\"Romankoke,\" a plantation in King and Queen County, Va.] ... It was executed at Camp [Valley Forge] ... I neglected to get a Deed from Me to you, as I was not able to have the Deed from The Genl. to Me recorded.\" GW had originally purchased the property for his step-son, who then wished to sell it to Henry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Rodney releases Joseph Purden of mortgage. Total £97.5.2.","D. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a \"Negro\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter from the Marquis de Lafayette to an \"Dear Sir,\" discussing a soldier's need to leave the militia. Describes difficulties and frustrations felt by George Washington and Congress due to foreigners seeking appointments in American Army.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry to hear of Col. [John A.?] Washington's illness--Bushrod [Smith?] has been ill, also Fanny [Smith?]--Betsy is weak. Autograph letter signed, mounted.(Philip Smith's wife, Elizabeth, or Betsy, seems to have been Mrs. John A. Washington's sister).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act - \"An act to allow the Exportation of Provisions, goods, wares, and merchandise, from Great Britain, to certain towns, Ports or Places in North America ...\" which are or may be under the Protection of \"His Majesty's Arms.\" Printed by Charlee Eyre and William Strahan, London.","D. 1 page.  An invitation to Canadians to join France in aiding the United States against the British--appeals to their common French blood, recent ties with France asks them to set up their own government and join the confederacy of 13 states. Printed document, laminated, watermark (fleur de lis), printed in French, endorsed in later hand \"Sent by LaFayette to Washington Presented to the Assoc. by Mr. Herbert.\"","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding trade in the East Indies.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding the sugar trade in America and Great Britain. Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, London.","A.L.S. 2 pages. An explanation of the division of a quantity of corn between Mr. Kercheval and Mr. Snickers, and other farm business. Also advice to his son about a purchase of land from Mr. Butler.","A.D. 1 page. Extract of law passed in New Jersey relating to certification of cattle and sheep.\" That no Certificates for Cattle, Swine, Sheep, or other Provisions, seized by the Army shall be paid by the Contractors, unless the same shall be Certifyed under the hand of his Excellency the Commander in Chief of the Army, or of some other person by his Order.\" Autograph document, laminated, docketed on reverse, \"Morris Town 23d Decr 1780 from Joseph Lewis Contractor Morris County - ansd 29h.\"","Continental currency note, North Carolina, twenty-five dollars. Printed by J. Davis.","Re: John French's bond due Tayloe and Washington. \"On the 19th of May One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Mr. John French offered to pay off his bond Due Tayloe and Washington, which I refused the money being of so little value. - Lund Washington.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Voucher for pay. Issued to Lebbeus \"Libeus\" Qui, a freed slave who fought in the Revolution from Connecticut. There is some reference saying that he was not freed until 1777 by Daniel Brewster.","A.L.S. 1 page. Written in cipher and partially decoded by Jay.","Continental currency note, three dollars. Rhode Island and Providence Plantation. Guaranteed by the United States; fully signed face and back.","Continental currency note, Virginia, sixty dollars. Printed on thin rice paper.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Price's management of his [farms], including agreement on terms and duties--payment of Bob Alexander. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"No. 1, Relates to the Agt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. P. Custis.\"","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, Connecticut. Recruitment into the Continental Army. \"An Act for filling up and compleating this State's Uuota of the Continental Army.\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Thomas Griggs, tenant on George Washington's lands in Berkely--he wants new lease--J.A.W. recommends him as collector for G.W.'s rents in the area--Col. David Kennedy, Pa. farmer, has taken over one of General's leases--\" ... a person who employed Lands in farming agreeable to the pensilvany method I should think would be the most agreeable tenants\"--in Berkeley for Mrs. [Hannah Bushrod] Washington's health--lame horses prevent visit to sister [Betty Lewis] in Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","Continental currency note, Virginia, three hundred dollars.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, \"Resolved by this Assembly, That for the defence of the posts of Horseneck, and other parts of this State, there be immediately raised five hundred and seventy-five able-bodied effective men...\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","D.S. 1 page. List of Slaves Returned by the British Army. The list of slaves shows those who left with the British Ship the HMS Savage after it stopped about Mount Vernon. The slaves are individually described. They were taken from George Washington by Captain Richard Graves in 1781. On reverse: \"A list of General Washington negroes that went to the British, 1781.\" Signed by Lund Washington.","D. 2 pages. Accounts of various goods of an ordinary nature.","A French Intelligence map of New York Harbor with soundings of the East River, Hell Gate and the western end of Long Island Sound. Additionally the map denotes anchorages, dangerous rocks, shore fortifications as well as several named landmarks including \"Red hook Fort\", \"New York [City]\", \"gouverneur island\", \"frogs pte\", \"White Stone\", \"Sandy pte\", \"West chester\", as well as \"Riviere du nord\", \"New Jersy\", and \"partie du ouest Dela Longue isle\". Over that section of Long Island is a lengthy commentary including a detailed description of the hazards navigating \"hell gette\".","The letter is a request to \"his most Christian Majesty\" for help to secure the Chesapeake from British naval raids that had rendered it impossible to export the \"Tobacco, flour and other produce of this State and Virginia\". The senders may possibly be Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, George Plater, President of the Senate and William Bruff, Speaker of the House. The recipient is not identified other than as the Minister of France. 4 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: Payment of debt to John Augustine.","A translation of a letter, likely written by Ledyard, William(?). Ledyard writes to Destouches supplying intelligence on disposition of the British fleet at Gardiner's Bay including a small map showing the various ships in line relative to the shoreline. The report notes the presence of eight vessels ranging in strength from 50-74 guns. 2 pages.","Autograph letter, signed by Ledyard dated March 1, 1781. Ledyard writes an eyewitness report on the disposition of \"the British Fleet in Gardiners Bay,\" observing that \"there has been more or less of the small ships moving out and in almost every day, have this moment taken a full View of the Fleet in the Bay with a good glass the weather being very clear find there is the same Number of Ships of the Line as there was when I wrote last some of which appear to have altered their Station in the Line.\" He also notes the appearance of something that looked like a floating battery but no shore batteries.","Continental currency note, Pennsylvania, three pence. Printed by John Dunlap.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certificate for impressing 2 of Fielding Lewis's horses for Lafayette--witnessed by Capt. Richd. Young, A.D.Q.M. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated. Their value sworn to (100 £) by Will McWilliams and Henry Armistead.","Continental note, Virginia, five hundred dollars. Printed by John Dunlap.","Barras writes a letter to Destouches authorizing him to take \"Le Neptune, L'Eveille and Le Romulus\" to cover the arrival of a convoy from Boston that was escorting two frigates to Newport: \"For this purpose he will cross between Rhode Island and Martha's Vineyard, being sure as much as possible to preserve the facility of entering Rhode Island if the enemy were to present themselves in superior force\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: siege of Yorktown and supplies of cannons, balls, etc.","Estate of Samuel Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. \"The Sale of the Estate of Colo. Samuel Washington Decd. is on the following terms ... 1. the Highest bidder to be the purchaser ... 3. all under 30 [lbs.] is ready Cash ... 5. ten percent discount will be allowed for ready Cash.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1781]. Signed by Samuel's brothers, John Augustine and Charles and James Nourse.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Humorous chatty letter--she has little time to write--\"... he says he has often heard I was married and for fear you should have the same intelligence and put some faith in it, be assured no such thought has ever enter'd my Head as yet nor do I believe ever will ... \"--compliments to Genl. [Greene]. Autograph letter signed, incorrectly docketed \"Mrs. Custis March 23, 1780\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis\". Date on original catalog card appears [1782]? March 23.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"... your worthy Unkles politeness and attention to your Education fills our breasts with the warmest sentiments of Gratitude, you were happy indeed to meet with him, as it has not only been the means of lessing your immediate expences to me ... but as it also produced to you the advantage of good advise from so able a Friend, and an introduction that will command you the attention of the best Company ...\"--don't spend time executing commissions for Virginia friends--goes to Berkeley--send account of his expenses every 2 months. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears as [1782] [April 1]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\". (This letter is on the same paper with letter from Hannah Bushrod Washington to Bushrod Washington, dated the same).","A.D.S. 1 page. Inventory of Daniel Matthew's estate that includes household and personal items, farm animals, and tools. This document is signed by Thomas Washington, John Weaver, and Joseph Moxley.","Autograph letter signed. Blindstamped \"Archives de Chastellux.\" Rochambeau writes about Washington's plans for the 1782 campaign and news from Europe.","D.S. 2 pages. Bond. \"We James Crane, John Crane and Ephraim Washington do promise to pay to John Augt. Washington, Charles Washington or James Nourse as executors to the estate of Sam[uel] Washington dec[eased] ... the sum of one Hundred and Eighteen Pounds Six Shillings ...\" on or before April 3, 1783. On verso, John A. Washington endorses the bond.","A.L.S. Capt. Walley requested 3 Hogsheads of good rum to be used by officers on board the Barges. Additionally want 3 Hogsheads more of Brandy or the money to purchase it locally to get a cheaper price and better quality brandy.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. French won't exchange her land tract for tract--\"Mrs. Dulany and myself will give the Reversion of the Dogue Creek Land for Dow and Co Land Tract for Tract.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover marked \"By Abraham\", laminated, docketed in later hand \"From Benj. Dulany about land for G.W.\" in pencil, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Dulany\". (See letter of same date, Lund W. to G.W.)","A.D.S. 1 page. Bond for 500f. posted by John Washington on his appointment as Sheriff of Westmoreland County. William Washington is a cosigner on the bond. This John Washington is probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Account book owned by George Lewis, Washington's nephew. Mostly an account of items purchased. Small quarto, 39 folio pages.","A.D. 1 page. \"Pay Table Office Jan'y 8th 1783,\" with balances due to each person and sum totals.","A.L.S. 1 page. Family news, fears he has little hope for once Papa \"determines he never changes,\" Sally will write and tell all, her family is well, monthly balls at Alexandria and some private ones, expects to remain single.","A.L.S. 1 page. Humphreys, aide-de-camp to Washington, describes Washington's reaction to a remonstrance of the state of Vermont.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Retained copy. \"Judge Bushrod Washington to whose Mother this letter is addressed very largely won the esteem of my Aunt. I remember him well, as when holding court in Phila. he always dined on Sundays with her. I was always taken there to dine on Sunday too as a child. Thus I remember my father delighted to teaze my aunt by saying Wright's picture of Genl. Washington was badly painted, when she invariably appealed to Judge Washington who always sustained her in asserting it was an admirable likeness.\" Although she has never met [Mrs. H. Washington,] she writes telling her of the esteem in which she holds her son Bushrod--gives character of Bushrod, uncorrupted despite luxurious atmosphere of Phila.--Bushrod very naive about reading character.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Continental officer Prentice Bowden writes from Clarkstown, NY saying he will be prevented from attending a meeting called but assents to the wishes of his fellow soldiers and accepts \"the Commutation agreeable to the resolve of Congress.-\"","A.N.S. 1 page. A statement concerning building a bridge \"over the water course where Robinsons Mill formerly Turners was situated ... the said Bridge was set up to the lowest bidder price 900 lbs Crop Tobacco.\" Signed by John Washington, most likely the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Bushrod Washington writes to Hannah Washington, apologizing to his mother for not writing and thanking her for her letters. He writes about the summer heat and in an attempt to escape to country breezes befriends a family outside of the city. He inquires whether his mother has received a letter from Mrs. Powel [Elizabeth Willing Powel] and expresses his continued and growing affection for her and Mr. Powel. He mentions that Mrs. Powel can be quite frank with him especially his choice in 'cloaths' and replaced his newly acquired watch string with a more elaborate style. He will send his portrait [by Henry Benbridge] to her when it is safe to do so by water conveyance. He is quite proud of the painting and claims, \"it is said by all who see it, to be amongst the finest pieces of painting in Philadelphia.\" It cost him £18.10. Autograph letter signed 4 pages.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, \"the most Unhappy woman in the world\".","A.L.S. Bushfield. Letter regarding a land sale. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\". Date on original catalog card appears as [1783][Sept.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Earlier letter miscarried--her anxiety over him--pleased at improved health, but fears he is too optimistic--Dr. Stuart thinks he should winter in West Indies--\" ... if you do not get well by being on Rhodeisland I hope South Carolina wou'd do as well as the West indies and I cannot bear the idea of your being exposed to the Sea this time of the year\"--came to welcome aunt and the General home, but they haven't come yet--spends time with Mrs. L[und] W.--Mrs. Custis with sister in Md. who suffers from unfortunate love affair--[Fanny] and Dr. [D.] Stuart to accompany Mrs. Custis down country--Mrs. Custis to marry Dr. Stuart--wants to see him--\"I only pray that it may be the will of Heaven that we shou'd. be happy together.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by George A. W-n incorrectly \"1st Sept. 1784\"","D. 1 page. Document, in hand of J[ohn] Herndon, fragment, laminated, docketed, charred by fire. Receipted by J. Herndon. Bill of 2 blankets, amounting to 16 shillings,  to \"Mrs. Washington.\" Unknown if Martha or Mary Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Bargain stated for sale of Thomas Washington's black horses, amounting in all to £150.","A.D.S. 1 page. A bill of sale whereby Edward Hughes of Kirkston Parish sells a male slave (named Sam) to his daughter Elizabeth Rudolph. The document is signed by John Washington (probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786), Constant Washington (probably his wife), and Louisa F. Washington (possibly his daugter). Recorded in Westmoreland County on August 31, 1784 by R. Bernard.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt signed by John Cook for 100 dollars for a white horse sold to Major Washington.","A.N.S. 1 page. Lund offers to pay Col. John Fitzgerald for the Waggon [sic] and four horses he just received. Autograph note signed, [fragment]. Col. Fitzgerald was a prominent Alexandrian.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Received letter day after G.W. left Phila.--praise of G.W.--\"Few in his situation after having so successfully played a Game for their Country but would have played an after Game for themselves--her little god daughter (Mrs. F's child)--mourns her own lost children--invitation to visit Phila.--compliments of season \u0026 New Year.","D.S. 3 pages. Conveys \"All that plantation now in possession of the said Penelope French called the Dogue Run plantation in Fairfax County, and adjoining the land of the Immortal George Washington and a number of slaves thereon\" for an annual rent of \"One hundred and thirty six pounds Gold and Silver, Dollars at six Shillings and half Joes at forty eight shillings ...\" Document signed, laminated, docketed \"A Lease from Penelope French and Benjamin Dulany to John Robertson January 1st 1784,\" 3 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Penelope French, Benj. Dulany and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier. Some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses disruption of business because of inclement weather; sale of Bushrod's hogsheads; disposition of his books.","A.N. 1 page. A bill from William A. Washington (1757-1810; George Washington's nephew) to the estate of Richard Muse for the hiring of \"negro Ceasar\" by Muse's overseer William Smith.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Will procure glasses for her, but regrets she needs them--post is surest way to send letters--many guests, but has been out little--\"Extensive connections and supposed large Fortunes, have their consequent Appendages tho not always of the most agreeable sort.\"--her goddaughter (Mrs. F.'s child). Autograph letter signed, docketed in another hand. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz Powel.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Has posted advertisements on General's lands that George Washington intends to assert his claims there. Settlers there alarmed.","Hermitage. Letter discussing sales of various goods, and slaves.","D.S. 1 page. In writing of and docketed by William Augustine Washington. Received by the hands of James Nivison £ 6 in payment for self and William Butler.","Receipt. D.S. 1 page. Document signed, fragment, docketed on back, \"Majr Burdett Ashton's Rect for his Wifes and his proportion of my Brother George Washington's Legacies,\" incomplete watermark. For \"every Claim wch I have against the Estate of Augustine Washington decd as well on the Acct of the Legacy left my Wife an also my proportion of Legacy by the Death of Mr. George Washington decd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushfield. Re: Shipment of Bushrod's chest and other goods from Philadelphia.","Autograph letter signed in French. Paris. Chastellux writes of the departure of the Marquis de Lafayette to America. He imagines the scene if he, instead of Lafayette, might return to America and visit with Washington. He reminisces about the weeks spent at Albany and Saratoga during the Revolution and follows with a postscript regarding Madam Carter now Madam Church.","A.N.S. 1 page. I.O.U. from Washington to Booth, of Maryland, for \"Forty Guineys.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks Col. Fitzgerald to convey to her sons at Mount Vernon, with as much expediency as possible, the enclosed information. Re: Bushrod Washington's personal affects.","D. 1 page, in hand of Gart. Tho[mpson], fragment, badly charred and mutilated, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark (indistinguishable). Bill from John Kea[ ] to Mary Washington for [£2.5.0].","D.S. Receipt for £5.0.0. pd. in full by W. A. Washington--signed with C. Highlander's mark and witnessed by Jenny [Mrs. Jane ?] Washington. Docketed \"Charles Highlander's Rec. £ 5.0.0.,\" laminated.","D.S. 2 pages. Agreement for Whiting to make repairs on his dwelling house, pay taxes, not allow servants and other stipulations on a certain tract (unclear as to location). Crane is making the agreement on behalf of George Augustine Washington. Whiting lived at Snow Hill on Bull Run in Prince William County.","A.L. 1 page. Letter in a humorous vein, chiding him for not writing--sends a book which she once recommended for his perusal--sends him fur gloves because \"the Severity of the last Winter may have operated so violently on his Herculean Hands, as to have numbed his fingers,\" thus preventing writing. Autograph letter, docketed in Mrs. P.'s hand, watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn), written in 3rd person. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Account of Col. John Augustine Washington with the London agent Messer's deDrusina, Ridder, and Clerk. The account ledger includes items such as tools, shoes, clothing, dishes, cutlery, sewing . 1 sheet, 4 pages of implements, nails, snuff boxes, sugar, fabric, spectacles, and Hyson tea. Autograph document signed, 4 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Can write oftener now--post leaves regularly--everyone sick--Miss Butler Thornton died of sore throat--Fanny's health improved by nursing George--sending Betsy to Fredericksburg for education--[Fanny is his wife and G.A.W.'s sister]--house not finished--has partnership in store at Germana--hopes to complete mills by winter next year--advises G.A.W. to build store or warehouses on his land--\" ... anythg. is preferable to an Estate in Land and negroes, which are not only unprofitable, but vexatious and troublesome\"--should sell land for certificates--Col. [Wm.] Washington wrote that G.A.W. was well.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G. A. W.Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. integral cover, New York, watermark. Docketed \"Excellency Richard Henry Lee President of the Honorable Continental Congress.\"  Re apprehension and publication of private letters abroad concerning public credit, and shows the necessity of \"immediate vigourous measures for supplying the Treasury of the United States...\" Note at bottom indicates 13 copies made and sent.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Fox Neck. Letter by Maj. Jones--read in paper account of arrival in Charleston and health is restored--he should go to Sweet Springs in June - Oct.--\"A Virginia Estate is attended with such care, anxiety, and trouble, that it will in some measure prevent our Ease and Happiness ...\"--has rented out \"Traveller's Rest\" with stock, etc. to Mr. Young, an English farmer--lays off farm in equal lots of 40 A. with ditches and fencing--\"From this I shall get somethg. certin, and my Posterity will have a pretty Farm in such perfection as will require but few slaves to manage it.\"--intends same for all his property--Sam.[G.A.W.'s brother] bought wagon and will visit soon--will go to Sweet Springs to improve wife's health--G.A.W.'s lots in good condition--has received no rents for him--Callender should collect them--the Magnolia are produced from the Seed which are contained in Cones ...\"--will go to Botonast nearby to get information and some seeds. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd 1st Apl. 85\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. Concern for G.A.W.'s health--should he need any cash, call on his friend Mr. Wm. Crafts--\"your core and filtering stone came same to hand and is in my store.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd. 1st Apl. 85\", watermark (FA). Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Capt.] E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Spotsylvania City. His letter not received--death of his baby [George] of the humour in his head--\" ... the old Lady (Mrs. Washington [Mary]) not long ago had a violent fall from her steps wch had nearly broke her arm. It is now getting so yd. she has some little use of it.\"--Col. Jno. Thronton will let G.A.W. have horse on good terms--rents--Capt. Callender expects him to draw upon him and his friends--goes to Sweet Springs if he can raise money--hopes to complete his race, dam and saw mill--all in Berkeley are well--will go there with Col. [Chas.] Washington--elections at Stafford--Garrett and Brent elected--Maj. Dick dead and John Lewis near death at Dr. [David] Stuart's--Miss Spriggs married Jno. Mercer and Brent to Miss Ambler. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Charleston. Earliest ship for Va. is next Thursday for Fredericksburg--ship for Phila. or N.Y. will arrive shortly--will engage staterooms on this for G.A.W.--Phila. newspapers just arriving on ship. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn).","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges letter telling of his son's death--[Capt. Alexander Spotswood Dandridge]--what to do with land intended for his son--bring grandson to Hanover--does she have coat buttons of Scotch thistle which his son had?--he promised to wear them for friend's sake--weak from spell of gout.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (Armed woman and rampant lion with motto Pro Patria GSB). Name on original manuscript appears as \"N. W. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Charleston. Ship bearing Major Jones leaves for Va. Thursday, barring possibility of freight for other parts of continent--tell Major Jones nothing has been heard of his friend [Gile ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Received letter covering several others to forward--will visit [Mt. Vernon] shortly--tell Mr. Lewis he will see him tomorrow or next day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover (in different hand), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. On board the sloop Unity. Unable to pay house rent which is due--encloses £6 and promises rest soon to be paid to Capt. Callender--is doing some ship's carpentry work at present. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rich. Kenney.\"","D.S. 1 page. Torn. Sale by the Lees, husband and wife, to Washington and Smith of Burnt House, Old Quarter and Forest plantations, approx. 2600 acres in all. Burnt House tract located just south of Bushfield, home of JAW. A trustee signs for JAW. Witnessed by Hannah, Mildred, and Bushrod Washington, among others.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. His flour hasn't come yet--will be taken care of when it does--will inform gentlemen desirous of purchasing corn that he has some--lists prices current on flour, etc.--tobacco shipped by Mr. Stoddard. Autograph letter signed, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Herbert.\" Poor condition, badly torn.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning correspondence with George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Charles City, Virginia. Edloe has bond of Bernarde Moor's, signed as security by Lawrence Washington--requests payment from Lawrence Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Left word on leaving town that debt to G.A.W. was to be paid, but business interfered--Bundle at Mrs. Maury's--bundle of boots will come by next stage--is he married?--brother and sister going to springs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Mr. [Long?] left $55. with Mr. Watson for him--forwards bundle by stage--his brother is at Hobbs Hole [Tappahannock]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark, directed \"by care of Josiah Watson Esq. with a Bundle.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","D.S. 1 page. Benjamin Franklin's account with artist Jean Antoine Houdon for expenses and work done. Includes an order with Monsieur Jefferson.","Fragment, 1 page, docketed. Promise to pay £3. Signed by Throckmorton; witnessed by Ferdinand Washington, [son of Samuel Washington].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Studley, Hanover City. Ill health and business prevent his coming [to wedding of Geo. A. W. with Fanny Bassett]--will send carriage for them to spend Christmas with them--family at Studley sends regards. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends £25, balance of Mr. Matthew Whiting's rent--unable to pay £35 on his own rent until Nov. [sublet of farm from Whiting].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane.\"","Bill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves..\" Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by \"John Augt. Washington\" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Could not procure the silk for Mrs. [Fanny] Washington--hasn't the cash due G.A.W.--first cash he can get he will send--congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docket by G.A.W., marked \"care of Mr. Josiah Watson.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., broken red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Le Mayeur\". [Dr. Le Mayeur was a French dentist; Gen. Washington was one of his patients].","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends £5 due on rent, but cannot pay more until later--congratulations on marriage--and improvement of health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W. [At bottom of page is a list of money sent].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Williamsburg. His neglect in writing--\"I will take the liberty of enquiring into your feats of sportsmanship for I expect if you have ever been able to rise soon enough to execute your threats the poor ducks have been slain by thousands.\" --tell G.W. honey locust seed can be got at Eltham this year. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Berkeley City. Sends £35 in consignment of rent due by M. Whiting, tho he can hardly spare it--give Mr. McCray of Alexandria, the bearer, a receipt--\"for the aforesaid rent due from Mr. Matthew Whiting for the year 1785.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., marked \"Hand by Mr. M Cray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane\". [Lists kinds of money sent in payment].","A.L.S. 1 page. Happy Retreat, near Charles Town. Congratulations on marriage--family is well--Mr. Crowe's money to be paid--saw G.A.W.'s property advertised in paper in Genl.'s name in Fredericksburg--Mr. John Briscoe desires to buy Whiting's place--write by Mr. McCray who comes to spend winter with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"Hon'd by Mr. McCray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Cha. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. An order for household articles--2 large Dutch blankets, not torn in two--clamps, bed cord, brads, large common plate buttons, one pair large leather shoes or pumps, one pair large callimanco, cupboard locks, one hank of silk \"near the pattern sent\", \"one hank of deep green\", long bent horn comb. [Enclosed is a scrap of silk mounted on paper]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Regarding the management of the Principio Company property belonging to William A. Washington, who inherited the property from his father Augustine (George Washington's half-brother). Russell is manager and iron-master of the Principio Company. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Inquires price of land and lots in [Fredericksburg] advertised in paper--intends buying if price is right--will give good bonds--answer by next stage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"To the care Mr. Wm. Hunter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. B. Chew.\"","Account - D.S. 1 page. Account from Oct. 1786-May 1789 amounting to £11.0.4 for iron work, shoeing wheels, ox chains, repairing old stock bands, etc. Credit given of £7.18.0 for 39 1/2 baskets of wheat. Document signed, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Acct. Mr. J. Hill for Mrs. Washington\".Account sworn to on Aug. 13, 1790 by Chas. C[aller ?] and receipted by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 10 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Messieurs Henderson, Ferguson, and Gibson.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Blenheim. Has heard of attachment on Md. estate of his father [Augustine W.] in consequence of a claim against Nivison--requests Mr. Cracroft to hire lawyer to fight it--bearer has briefs of case. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed \"Mr. Washington's papers delivered by Mr. Craycroft,\" marked \"fav. by Mr. Spencer Carter,\" watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. George A. Washington agrees to rent to John Lewis \"the Lotts inclosed within the [ ] on which H. Armistead now resides for the sum of Seventy five Pounds ...\" Lewis also agrees to certain repairs to a dwelling house, stable and kitchen. Witnessed by a Mr. Ball. Signed and docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Gundin Chapin and Co. to George Augustine Washington. 1/2 doz. screws [1] pr Brass hinges, 500 no. 5 springs. Autograph document signed, in hand of Aquila Brown, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1786] July 17. Receipted by Aquila Brown for Gundin Chapin and Co.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Safe arrival at G. W.'s--be sure the General gets good Sanfine seed which he is ordering--get a \"Clever Lille Desant plow which must go with out a weeal for the land is not Level and to be shoor to make him Light and Desant and be Shoor to make him turn the works well ...\"--describes plows in use at Mt. V.--doesn't want wife to come yet, for he may not stay past his year--land poor, plows poor, farm instruments poor--wages and terms of General's are good--dislikes negroes--\"tese Black Peope I am Rather in Danger of being posind among them ...\"--wife can decide about coming--look after his children--General sold good sheep for 40/ \"a pes of thar money.\"--.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarks. [Bloxham was an English farmer who came to serve as farmer and manager of some activities at Mount Vernon. Peacey was his sponsor].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Congratulations on birth of another [daughter]--reflections on the role of women in educating children, and the education they need--wishes to have spent more time on improving mind than person--\"I have not a doubt that the General's visit to Chatham was productive of as much Pleasure to him as to you. I am sorry that you have Reason to think his native Climate does not so well agree with him as ours. In all probability his Destination will be Virginia. and sure I am that his Inclination and Attachments are decidedly for that State. When you see him present my Comps. he is one of my best Friends and Favorites.\"--family matters--too much rain for grain. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed in Mrs. Powel's hand, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","D.S. 1 page. The bond is for 67 pounds sterling.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relating to a suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks. Sent a copy of Augustine Washington's will for the use of Stone as a legal representative in a Maryland suit.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relatinig to suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send crimson or blue silk to face flannel waistcoat for the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Malbro. Would quarrel with Mr. W[ashington] for not allowing her to visit them--will bring missil or send it by first opportunity--best love to all at Mt. Vernon--a kiss to her godddaughter--Sally [Sarah Offitt Craufurd] can almost walk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, incomplete, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.D. 28 pages. Rutherford's survey for land owned by George Augustine Washington near Charles Town in Berkeley County, Virginia (now West Virginia). Survey of this tract after it was split and bequested to G.A.W.'s sons, George Fayette and Charles Augustine. The sons, in turn, rented their properties to Peter Cockrell and Garland Moore, respectively. Includes list of 10 slaves Cockrell rented along with land and accounts of expenses and produce of the Berkeley Farm.","A.D.S. 1 page. Thompson agrees to \"furnish Major George [A.] Washington with Thirty Barrills of Indian Corn to be delivered at his place in the Month of March next, ...\" or to freight it to General Washington's mill if that is G.A.W.'s wish. If he fails in this obligation, 40 pounds Virginia currency is due.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends packet which Gen. Washington sent to him--quotes from G.W.'s letter telling of desire of his farmer [Bloxham] to bring wife and children over to America--ship sails from London to place near G.W's seat in Feb.--if passage is desired for her must be paid in advance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, post mark \"A1, 17\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. London. Thanks for present of a hare--has booked passage for Mrs. Bloxham and 2 children--\" ... the Vessell goes very near Gen. Washingtons Landing so that Mrs. Bloxham has not far to travel\"--costs of passage--bring bedding for ship's cabin--\"Goods and cloaths in Virginia as they mostly come from hence are very dear, therefore it woud be necessary for her to Lay in a good Stock of them ...\"--seeds will go by same boat--these will be sent to warehouse or counting house first--if Mrs. Bloxham changes her mind let him know. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Dr. Craik brings a shoe--send a pair or two at Lowry's of purple morroco of same size--also a pr. or 2 of red--Mrs. Washington will send back ones not suiting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark (HB).","A.D.S. 2 pages. Survey and plat of 1121-acre tract owned by George Augustine Washington near Charleston in the county of Berkeley.\" About 250 acres of the ... tract is cleared ...\"","D.S. 2 pages. Renewal of an agreement made December 25, 1784 (see MVLA Collection). This agreement is to expire on December 25, 1787 \"at which time the said Land and premises is to be ... peaceably and quietly given up to said Washington as required.\" Rent is 40 pounds Virginia currency. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Have shirts, neck handkerchiefs \u0026 ruffles made from linen an cambrick left at Snow's store--to have been made at Mt. V. but G.W. having new \"recruit\" made for himself, so \"I therefore told Mrs. Washington that I could not get any linnen which I liked-that was a lie Snow, but yet it did not hurt me to tell it so much as it would to have delayed anything which was doing for the Genl.\"--Peter to pick up Lear's shoes--\"Has [Hooff ?] paid or protested by bill upon him?\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Received Mr. Hanson's draft and the bill for making shirts--advancing board to Mr. Hanson before due for [Geo. S. and Lawrence A. Washington]--got down before rains came--send down Mr. Hunter's receipt--\"Washington sends his love to you and says you are not a man of your word, for you promised to come down here on Sunday and did not.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks for 4 shirts and 2 neck cloths--send rest and the bill, will pay when next in town--apologizes for lack of New England gallantry at letting Miss Craik go home by herself--will accompany Mrs. W. and Mrs. Stuart to Belle Voir--Phila. packet just \"passing by the door\"--when can they get things from her?--is now writing this while in hands of his [\"freisear\"]--5 more wash basins are needed. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Division of slaves from the estate of John Augustine Washington amongst Bushrod Washington, Corbin Washington, and Hannah Washington. \"West\" Ford, \"Billey\", \"Betty\", and \"Venus\" are listed under slaves to Hannah Washington. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.","At court held for Westmoreland County the 31st day of July 1787, the Will and Codicil made 1785 November 19 by John Augustine Washington and under the oath of executors Bushrod Washington and Corbin Washington along with William Augustine Washington was entered into and acknowledged bond with conditions as the law direct. Certificate is granted them for obtaining a probate. Signed by James Bland, C.W.C and William Butler, D.C. and noted as 'A true Copy.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Letter and articles came to hand--he used good judgment on the cape--send black cape for G.A.W. and one for self; also plain metal buttons for white broad cloth vest and breeches--Mrs. W. obliged for cards--\"Mrs. St[uart] was disappointed by not seeing certain personages on Sunday.\"--send hair ribbon--any late arrivals in Alexa.?  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","Account. A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £6.10.9 includes woodwork for 1 pr. cart wheels, 2 boxes for them, tire and nails, altering and putting on 8 stock bands. Credit is given for wheat and old iron. Autograph document signed, in hand of Abner Vernon, fragment, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Account certified correct by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 1 page. Signed by J[?] Berry to the fact that John Milton, deputy sheriff served notice to William Kerchival and John Williams that judgement would be brought in October for payment of bond to George Washington. Milton served notice on Aug. 21, 1787. Addressed to Francis Whiting on the other side.","Bill. 12 dancing lessons for Miss Fanny Smith and 6 visits to reach Miss H[annah] Washington...her school is located at Chantilly ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Fears frost, \u0026 will be unable to see them until 10th or 12th of month--please pay Mr. Anthony Buckner sum of £3, and place to acct. of D. S. Autograph letter signed, fragment with integral cover, laminated, docketed, directed \"By Mr. A. Buckner.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by the bearer 3 bushels of salt, allum, and the plank, if it is ready--if not ready, let him know when it will be. Autograph letter signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, part of a watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Let bearer, John Monday, have bottle of snuff, bed cord, molasses, pint tumbler and [ ] and charge to his own account. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, fragment, laminated, watermark, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. H. Hooe.","A.D.S. 1 page. Brent-Town. To the assistant for Huie, Reid, and Company. Send by bearer 1/2 yd. cloth--are goods arrived and open yet? Let Mr. Peirce have credit in store, and will guarantee payment for him. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Hooe.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer, Jno. McKay salt and small pot and charge it. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, on reverse of part of legal document.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please let Benj. Mattison have 4000 single [tens?] and 200 double [tens?]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Pay bearer £0.9.2. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Charles Adams 11 Oct 87,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Send by John 3 yds. fine \"plad\", one gallon good spirits, molasses, morocco slippers, callimineo pumps, candles, and 2 wash basons. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Neabsco. Must leave for Bul[l] Run in morning--requests he let bearer have £6 to pay workmen--will write memorandum of all winter clothing needed. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark [separate cover addressed to Mr. Reid probably goes with this letter].","Fragment of cover, probably goes with letter of October 17, 1787, John Carter, Jr. Neabsco, to James Reid.","A.L.S. 1 page. To James Read (or Reid?) in Dumfries. Send by Scipio sugar, tea, also for Polly Brent send crape gauze, leather shoes to measure sent, and large chip hat--send 2 hanks pale yellow silk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer 1000 ten penny nails, 2 bead cords \u0026 1 quart rum--to be charged. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Credit Mr. Blake, bearer, for what necessaries he wants on her account. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send ten penny nails, brown lining \"garman Toulles\" stockings, etc. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"John Smith 29 Octr 87.\"","Account with a dressmaker ... entries include making a \"lude string Robe\" robe and petty coat, great coat and altering 3 garments ... total £1.10.0. Receipted Aug. 31, 1790.","D.S. 4 pages. Bonds taken for [slaves?] sold, amounting to £560.19.0--signed by Willm. A. Washington and John Fauntleroy--\"other Accts. on this list not yet bonded--£121.19.1\"--amts not bonded include for Phaeton and harness, Chair, Livestock and lumber. Document signed, endorsed \"An Acc't. of Bonds and debts due for property sold of Colo. Thomas Turner at Smith's Mount and Nanzatico,\" laminated, unidentified watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. Washington agrees to continue leasing a tract of land in Berkeley County \"adjoining the Town of Charles Town for and during the Term of one Year ...\" i.e. Dec. 25, 1787 to Dec. 25, 1788. Whiting shall pay required land tax and \"Forty Pounds Spacie, Virginia Currency, ...\" to Washington.","D. 1 page. Whiting exchanges \"... two Cows under seven years old, thirteen herd of Sheep under four years old\" for a year's rent of land in Berkeley County (see Agreement, Nov. 3, 1787). Washington allows four pounds ten shillings for each cow and twelve shillings per herd of sheep.","A.D.S. 26 pages. A portion of an account book containing record of rentals due and accounts owed by \"George Washington President of the United States.\"--the first 9 pp. (at least one missing) concern tenants living on the tract called \"Asbeys Bend - under the Blue Ridge Part in Fauquier and Part in Loudoun\"--lots are listed, tenant named, and an account given of what he owes and has paid--following pp. concern lands on Gooseneck Creek in Fauquier County and in Berkeley County and Frederick County.--then follow several pp. of \"George Washington President of the United States in Acct. Current with B. Muse\", concerning expenses and collections, legal in nature in connection with the foregoing lands and tenants. Autograph document signed, in hand of Battaile Muse, 2 blank pages, silked.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Airy. Thanks him for his condolences and offer of help upon her afflictions. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by T. Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Little Washington Custis [6 yrs. old] thanks Mrs. Powel for a book, the Children's Friends, which she sent him--his sisters and Miss Harriot [Washington] send their respects. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Unhappy over their separation--her approaching confinement [Anna Maria Washington, born April 3, 1788]--weather severe--plows frozen--spare no expense in getting skillful person, recommends Mrs. Harrison [midwife ?]--Mrs. Bassett's shoes not forwarded to Phila. yet--will get biscuit and hat for your father and brother--family news--inquire into cotton--little Wash. [Custis] wants to write her a letter--\"We this evening recd. an acct. of the adoption of the Constitution by the State of Massachusets which was deliberately discusd and with the greatest harmony adopted the Minority determining to give it every support tho they were unsuccesful in their opposition.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark (IV). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For 6 bushels of winter vetches for General Washington, totaling £2.2.0. Autograph document, small page, docketed. [This was for seed bought in England].","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sent letter yesterday by Col. Humphreys--send a dozen hand saw files and 3 men's coarse hats--Tom has Mr. Porter's saddlebags. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Robert Morris on way to Va. and takes portable camera obscura as a gift to G.W.P. Custis [7 yrs. old]--landscapes at Mt. Vernon will be perfectly represented and can be copied--profiles may be taken with it--Mr. Morris will show him how to use it--send her his sister's [Nelly] and Mrs. W.'s profiles. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks for 6 barrels of \"Hearons\" [herring ?] from Mt. Vernon--thanks for trouble in finding him freight--try to find Gibb a load from the Potomac back to Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Edw Pye Chamberlay\". [Chamberlayne, of King Wm. County, married Agnes Dandridge].","A.L.S. 1 page. Land to be sold by Washington to Sullivan who wants it for speculation--Peter can bring mares to the horse. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"A distinguished and brave Revolutionary officer\", watermark.","Four receipts signed by Davenport (George Washington's miller) from the Mill. An accompanying docket refers to these receipts as \"Accounts of Corn and Meal delivered out of the Mill for and by the orders of G[eorge] A[ugustine] W[ashingto]n...125 Bushels Corn.\" Four documents signed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jos. Davenport.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send Mrs. [Martha] Washington 2 yds. black lute-string, \"as near the patron [pattern] as it can be got\",--also 3 prs. of best white kid gloves, long--. Autograph letter signed, laminated, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rotterdam. Received from Capt. Robt. Wyllie on his brig the Molly the documents handing them 50 hhds. tobacco, and letter informing them the vessel's whole cargo was addressed to them from themselves, Mr. Hector Alexander, and Mr. George Walker of Georgetown--before they could finish processing it as per instructions, an interdict from Mr. G. Gibson to Capt. Wyllie to deliver cargo to him, on consequence of order from Messr. Smith Huie Alexander and Co. of Glasgow--sends copy of letter they sent to Smith Huie Alexander and Co.--thanks them for confidence placed in them--will inform them of decision in this affair. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed \" By Cap. McGill from Rotterdam,\" also marked on cover \"Capt. Quick to go from [ ] the readiest way to Rotterdam,\" cover used as a scratch sheet, watermark.","D. 2 pages. George Augustine Washington contracts with Samuel Roberts for the latter to disassemble a building at Johnson's Fishery (at River Farm) and re-erect it \"... agreeably to the back part of Genl. Washington's kitchen or Servant's Hall, weatherboard, case, cornice, and bargeboard it in the same way--.\" Roberts is to receive, for his service, 11 pounds Virginia currency and the assistance of one slave. Document is unsigned.","One envelope, no letter or note. Addressed to Samuel Powel.","A.D. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks his price for land in Carolina--has been offered land \"in this Neighbourhood\" but prefers the Carolina tract--poor quality of Carolina land. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Richmond\", watermark obscured.","A.D. 1 page. Account of sales of fruit received by the Philadelphia Packet, Capt. Elwood for a/c of Messrs. Andrew Clows Co. George Washington's order for 110 pounds of filberts appears on the account of fruit brought to Alexandria on Captain John Ellwood, Jr.'s Philadelphia packet boat, the sloop \"Charming Polly.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smith tells Washington of certain clothing purchases she has charged to Washington on account with \"Mr. Crabb.\" Letter carried \"By Harry.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Winchester. On reverse, a protest signed by Thacker Washington \"... because not given by Miss Anne Blair, whose order will be accepted.\" Request for payment of £11.12.6 to Mr. Nath. Gray.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Apologies for delay in executing commission for Mrs. W.--has been ill--nice white fur available, but advises waiting until autumn, because of lateness of season--did he receive letter and pamphlet of the Debates of the [Phila.] Convention?--\"As I knew you were a Member of the Virginia Convention I thought it might be agreeable to you to see in how masterly a Manner Mrs. Wilson had treated the Science of Government.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, red seal, watermark (W).Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for forwarding 4 tierces and 3 barrels of seed by the Tree Mason, Capt. Lawrence Lazore--please forward freight bill. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Recd. [April] 24 Ansd May 13th\", watermark (incomplete LVG and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Orders muslin for Mrs. Washington--requests Dunlap and Claypole's paper sent regularly to Major [G.A.] Washington--send Will [to N.Y.] when he's able to travel. Autograph letter, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"These letters were recorded by H.[owell] Lewis. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Printed broadside outlining the formal order of procession for the inauguration ceremony for the first President of the United States, George Washington. A manuscript docket on verso reads \"Order of Procession on the Inauguration of President Washing[tn], 30 April 1790.\" Another manuscript docket on the front of the broadside, underneath the printed text, reads \"Order of procession on the inauguration of President Washington 30, April 1790.\" This year is incorrect, as the inauguration took place on 30 April 1789.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Pittsylvania. Return of his draft, half satisfied leads him to think it is inconvenient for them to answer any further requisitions for money--will try to discharge his large debt to them speedily--reminds them that they had consented to consolidate his scattered debts into one general acct. upon their books--hopes this will prevail upon them to give him time to discharge various debts, but if they prefer, they have enough of his property at their disposal to discharge a debt to them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed by \"favr. Mr. Smith,\" watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President would like Billy [Lee] sent to Mt. Vernon when he can be moved safely, for he cannot be of use here--\"But if he is still anxious to come on here the President would gratify him altho he will be troublesome--He has been an old and faithful Servt. this is enough for the Presidt. to gratify him in every reasonable wish\"--if Major W. needs buck wheat from Phila. he will let you know--G. W. wishes Dunlop and Claypool's paper sent to N.Y., and will furnish them from there to the Major at Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark (L Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Interest on certificate in name of John Dickenson belongs to bearer Mrs. Dickenson--let her have her warrant, or purchase it of her--she is in great want. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","An estimate for a saddle for the President.","A.D. 10 pages. An account of Robert Lewis's trip as far as Baltimore accompanying his aunt Mrs. Washington to New York--family relations and friends--preparations and farewell at Mt. Vernon and Dr. Stuart's in Alexandria--Col. Blackburn's--Mr. and Mrs. B[ushrod] Washington--Mrs. W.'s parting with her servants at Mt. V.--rental of horses from Mr. Van Horn--efforts to purchase a horse for [G.W.]--two ferry crossings--Major Snowden and family--description of countryside--Mrs. Carroll's reception near Baltimore--visit with Dr. McHenry in Baltimore. Autograph document, unbound, laminated, watermark, docketed in later hand, \"Journal of Mrs. W's journey to N. York.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles came up to get the [storehouse ?] key being mended--send a dozen lbs. of figs to be charged to G.A.W.--needs 200 \"small tacks with flat heads proper for nailing leather on Brick moulds ...\"--Mrs. [Anna Maria] Bassett and Mrs. Washington will dine with Mrs. Porter after lunch on Sunday--Mr. Bassett will attend them and perhaps G.A.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Snow (?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President desires to have Billy [Lee] sent to N.Y. since Billy earnestly desires it--send stays and shoes to Mrs. F[anny Bassett] W-n at Mt. V.--send Mrs. M. W.'s to [N.Y.] and charge all to President's account--she overpaid for altering some gowns--Billy's expenses to be pd. by G.W. thru Biddle (mentioned in Writings in footnote). Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","D. 1 page. An account of ferry and inn expenses listing all the stops between Georgetown and New York--carriage of a trunk from Phila to N.Y.--stage horses--Col. Van Horn who arranged the trip had been paid earlier some amount--. Document, in hand of Robert Lewis, watermark, endorsed on back, \"The Amount of every expence is £67.10.7 Pensylvania currency.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. [Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Inquiries about table ornaments--\" ... and if the large and small Glasses of M. Dela Croix are of the same set, he [the President] will thank you to procure them...\"--\"The President has a French man with him who is said to be a compleat Confectioner and professes to understand everything relative to these ornaments, so that the Glasses only are wanting.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (L. Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Billy [Lee] arrived--\"The President thinks those ornaments will not answer the purpose as the two sets are not made to join each other \u0026 neither separate are large enough for his table\"--President much indisposed--fever and a tumor on his thigh. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Sends letters of testimonials \"in my favor\"--hears of president's recovery--his sickness prevented Speaker of House of R. from writing him as per his promise. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Alex. Furnival.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends copy of Committee's report on mode of collecting taxes--how does his memorial stand with President?--any chance of employment?--amusements in N.Y.--hopes President is recovered. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, postmarked \"Balt. July 5.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Joshua Barney.\" [Barney sailed miniature ship \"The Federalist\" to Mount Vernon in 1788; gift of merchants of Baltimore.]","A.L.S. 4 pages. Happy over her children's situation [in N.Y.] -- glad \"My good Mama [Martha Washington] ... has at last seen the necessity of making the Dr. children respect as well as love her, for that they never wou'd have done had she continued her former improper indulgence to them.\"--their sisters are with her--death of Mr. Richard the printer--doesn't approve of taking her daughters [Eliza and Martha Custis] to Alexandria feast and merriment--requests him to have a butter print made for her--competition in selling butter to Alexandria. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1789] July 8.","A.D.S. 1 page. Saurason obligates himself to sell Washington his lot \"... 40 feet on Duke street and 70 on St. Asap[h]\" for seventy five pounds Virginia Currency. This lot is \"... subject to a ground rent of twenty five Shillings...\" The agreement is subject to Washington's procuring another lot from Thorton Alexander.","D. 1 page. Account from July 1789 for \"Visiting Mrs. W. Examining a Cancer and Consultation with Dr. Hall - £2.2.0.\" Document, fragment, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Dr. R. Wellford Acct and [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Proved before magistrate, Geo. French, on Aug. 19, 1790. Receipted on reverse Sept. 13, 1790 from Mrs. Lewis. Signed by Wm. Yates for Robt. Wellford.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Cousin A.O.C.C. married Jack Lyons--saw many friends at Eltham and Elsing Green--\" ... hope He [G.A.W.] is not so regardless of His health as he used to be, tell Him from me that one child and the prospect of another are sufficient inducements to make him prudent, an Orphan's situation is deplorable, for a Mother cannot be of much advantage without a Father's assistance.\"--lack of a carriage prevents her coming to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by F. B. Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] Aug. 3\". [B.C. Bassett was sister-in-law of Fanny. She married John Bassett of Farmington, Hanover County. She was daughter of Wm. Burnett Browne of Elsing Green, King Wm. County.]","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received his several letters--slippers came safely to hand, also the bill for them--£70 received from Mr. Thomas Smith on acct. of the President--send 2 prayer books to Mrs. W. Autograph letter signed, docket, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. New York. Received bill from Dunlop and Claypoole--forward the enclosed answer to an address to Bethleham--procure 20 bushels of good winter barley for seed from reputable farmer--last procured from R.I. was not good--Mrs. W. wants Mr. Hazelhurst's bill for Chintz--charge to president's acct.--she also wants another prayer book added to 2 already requested. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Abingdon. Chides him for not writing - news from George [A. Washington] and family at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] August 19.\"","A.L.S 2 pages. Richmond. Re: Corbin W-n's suit with the Hites ... certain title papers missing must be supplied before the Oct. trial ... Patrick Matthews, Johnston, Russel are names appearing in the letter and seem to be former owners of the land in question ... \" Copy of a letter from Mr. John Marshall to Corbin Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[17]89 Aug. 23.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Prayer books came safely--encloses letter to Nicholas Eveleigh(?) in S. Carolina--put it on first boat to that place--\"Mrs. Washington wishes you to send 25to ... of chocolet shells to Mt. Vernon ...\"--send statement of President's account. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, partial watermark.","A.L. 2 pages. New York. President is getting a German gardner from Phila.--he doesn't speak English or know the country--pay and charge to President's account the amount of his passage in stage from Phila. to Alexandria. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (LVG surmounted by powder horn). Name does not appear on original manuscript. [Gardener was John Christian Ehler, sent from Germany by Henrick Wilmans of Bremen].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W. wants a gown of color like that enclosed in Tabby, ducape or Padusoy [paduasay]--send samples and price. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (armed figure). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. G.W.'s acct. [from Biddle] is right--Mrs. W. wants 15 yds. of Padusoy of enclosed pattern--G.W. wants prices on clover seed and early delivery--suffered greatly last year because of late delivery of seed--congratulations on apptmt. as Marshal of District of Pennsyl. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Introducing Col. Gordon, Col. Buckside, Capt. [Isaakson ?], and Lt. Erskine who are on their way to Canada. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (T. French). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ph. Schuyler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointed by P. Wagener. Washington is appointed surveyor \"... of the road from General Washington's ferry to his Mill, from thence to his tumbling dam, thence along his new road to intersect the River side old road above the Gumspring ...\" and is to use \"the male labouring Tithables\" on George Washington's plantation to keep the road in good repair.","Tiffin renews his lease on land in Berkeley County [see 1788, Sept. 26, James Stuart and Edward Tiffin] for annual rent of 30 lbs., ten of which should go toward \"... putting a good Sufficient Roof on the Dwelling House and other necessary repairs ...\" Tiffin is forbidden to \"clear any land outside of his Inclosures\" or sell or waste Timber on this land nor seed any grain in the autumn unless he later agrees to a longer term.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W.'s Padusoy [dress material] and bill for it received--President wants list of plants and prices from Mr. Bartram, and when they should be transplanted--wishes to send some to Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed by Lear, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","Print document, 1 page. An address from the Quakers from their annual meeting for Penn., New Jersey, Delaware, and western parts of Va. and Maryland. The Quakers are grateful for religious toleration and other American freedoms but state \"... we can take no part in carrying on war on any occasion ... but are bound ... to lead quiet and peaceable lives ... \" GW answers, in part, \"...it is doing the ... Quakers no more than justice to say, that (except their declining to share with others the burthen of the common defence) there is no denomination among us who are more exemplary and useful citizens.\" Printed document, pen trials on verso. Washington's reply is published in Writings, 30:416n.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. Has never allowed herself to join general cry against him--wishes Bett and Patt [Eliza and Martha Custis] could have same advantages as her other children--guests--a boating accident in front of her house. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears as \"[1789] Oct. 8.\"","D.S. 1 page. Appoints Burgess Ball attorney in his own behalf for division of estate of his mother, Mary Washington. Poor condition. Document signed, fragment, laminated, badly charred by fire, docketed Chs. Washi[ngton] Powe[r of Attorney]. Signed by Chas. Washington. Witnessed by M. Frame and Fielding Augusting Lewis.","A.D. 4 pages. \"Accot. of sales of the Stocks etc. sold at the plantation of the late Mrs. Mary Washington, on the 29th of October 1789.\" Some of the buyers include Charles Carter Jr., Bushrod Washington and Burges[s] Ball. Stock sold includes sheep, oxen, hogs, pigs, horses, cows. Autograph document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Massachusetts. Letter was written after the visit of George Washington to Boston. Otis writes that Washington's \"... presence has diffused joy amongst all ranks ...\" Autograph letter signed, on fine (laid) paper.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Boston. He was fortunate enough to help with preparations for Washington's visit. Describes the planning and the President's visit. Docketed and signed.","D.S. 1 page. Injunction bond for paying all costs and damages \"that shall be awarded against him [Warner W.]\" in Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington vs. Mills and Co., Injn. Bond,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Has heard nothing from Mr. Bartram regarding plants and shrubs--has been away from N.Y. with President--\"The President will thank you to pay to the Honb. Robt. Morris Esq. livres 32-12-2 being a balance due to Gouvr. Morris Esq. for something which he purchasd in France for the Presid. - and also to know from him (R.M.) the amount of some floor matts and a pr. of blk sattin brot. from India the summer before last in one of Mr. Morris's ships and pay the same\"--find out price of buck wheat and if it can be had on short notice--clover seed has been procured here. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"per Major Jackson,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","Receipt for loaves of bread for the prisoners. Small slip of paper charred by fire, laminated, watermark.","Small scrap of paper, charred by fire, laminated. For £3.0.0 due from George Washington.","26 shillings discharging Miss Fanny B. Smith's account ... Witnessed by Hannah Washington, Sr.","A.L. 1 page. Lancaster. He cannot accept commission of purchasing mares for Genl. W.--his daughter very ill, and cannot go thru country looking for them--Mr. John Miller knows horses and is dependable--perhaps he can undertake the business. Autograph letter, docketed. [See letter from Th. Hartley to G.W., Dec. 7, 1789].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Received his letter after delay--the President has been informed of contents and replies, \"as an act of Providence has interposed to render a complyance with your promise impracticable, he must have further patience\"--he also says clean sound wheat will be taken at his mill in payment and the Alexandria Cash price allowed for it--corn crop poor so would also like to have some if he has it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark, postmarked \"Alex Dec. 18,\" docketed, note in later hand reads \"Above signature seems to be that of George Augustine Washington Son of Charles - who was G.W.'s brother - This presented to MVLA July 3/97 by Mrs. Carrol Mercer Washn. D.C.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. President desires to know prices of buckwheat delevered to Va. in bags, and in barrels--if cheaper there or in back counties of Va.--requests information by next week so he can write Major W. what to do--probably can't be sent down rivers until spring thaws--Mrs. Reinagle, who taught Miss Custis music, to send some music proper for her thru the winter--mentions his approaching marriage. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark.","1 page docketed. Laminated. This cover came with all the letters to Biddle from Lear.","A.D. 1 page. Lists 13 slaves by name, above 16 years of age, and \"Horses 7.\" Also lists his taxable property in Truro Parish, 1789 as three slaves above 16 years, four horses and a phaeton carriage.","D.S. 1 page. A Tax Bill for the year 1788, directed to Major George Washington, nephew of General Washington, and one time Mount Vernon manager, from Mr. Vernon manager, from Mr. Joseph Powell in the amount of £7.2.2 plus 36 lbs of tobacco.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Received music from Mr. Ranigle -- Send 200 bushels of buckwheat to Mt. Vernon in bags marked G.W. -- compliments of the season from President and Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wants some superfine bolting cloth to be sent to Mt. Vernon-for a reel 9'2\" in length and 5'6\" in circumference -- have cloth chosen by Mrs. Lewis or a skillful miller. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. [Washington] has written Major [George A.] W-n regarding the bolting cloth--G.W. arranged thru Col. Hartley of Lancaster to have breeding mares sent to Mt. Vernon--money to be paid thru Biddle. Autograph letter signed, docketed by T. Lear \"Jany 17. 1790.\"  Dated incorrectly 1789 in heading, incomplete watermark. Not in Writings; Vol. XXX, p. 507, has footnotes mentioning this letter. Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Jan. 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. A draft enclosed, drawn by Samuel Meredith on the Bank of North America for $1066.66 -- to go to the account of the President -- is to pay for breeding mares bought through John Miller and Paul Zantzinger. Autograph letter signed, docketed, corrections added in G.W.'s hand, watermark.","A.L. Received his letter and will render any assistance he can for President--is sure an exchange of houses can be accomplished--can treat for any part of furniture which might be wanted--will see Mr. Lear at his home this evening. Autograph letter, in first person, integral cover, docketed by Lear, laminated, watermark.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mr. Macomb.\"","Receipt for 18 shillings in account for Mrs. Betty Lewis, Subscribr. to Revd. Thomas Thornton for year 1789. Autograph document signed, 1 page, fragment, laminated, docketed \"Thos. Garnett [ ] Rect. 18 /\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Major Washington has sent size of bolting cloth now in the mill [see under same date, separate document] -- send by earliest conveyance to Mt. Vernon -- send president's account when convenient. utograph letter signed, docketed, incomplete watermark, [scratched on paper is name \"Polly Long,\" Lear's fiance at this time and later his first wife].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wishes carpet, pea green ground with white flowers or spots -- carpeting would be better than a carpet -- can find no carpet in N. Y. to fit the room, nor good carpeting -- Scotch carpeting is almost only kind to be found there. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, (written on reverse on a cover directed to \"The Secretary of the President of the United States\"). Writings, XXXI, 8-9; Minor variations. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Received President's account -- \"In reply to your wish to know the President's birth day it will be sufficient to observe that is on the 11th of February Old Style - but the almanack Makers have generally set it down opposite to the 11th day of Feby. of the present Style - how far that may go towards establishing it on this day I don't know - but I could never consider it any other ways than stealing as many days from his valuable life as is the difference between the old and the new Style.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for fifty pounds to be paid to George (A.) Washington agent for the President of the U.S.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Happy at receiving her letter and sister Carter's lengthy one -- sorry to hear of illness and deaths among the negroes, \"... Temple in particular as he was a hearty, strong young fellow and arrived at an age when his services might have compensated his master or mistress for the trouble which is attendant on raising young negroes and the expense incurred, previous to their attaining the age of manhood\" -- they have been busy moving the president's household to more commodious quarters -- Mrs. White comes to visit only on public days -- these are crowded occasions -- last evening was at an assembly -- danced with Miss Briscoe -- many there disappointed president and lady didn't attend -- female part glad some of the family appeared -- \"For my own part, I am of so much more consequence here than when at home that I believe I shall never be content anywhere else.\" Post script dated Feb. 27: They have moved into the new house -- unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Mrs. Betty Lewis\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\" Post script dated Feb. 27--They have moved into the new house--unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria.","A.L.S. 1 page. They have found a carpet for the room described in last letter -- but obliged to him for looking -- add 200 more bushels of buckwheat to quantity already procured -- can be carried to Va. in bulk, saving expense of bags or barrels -- Capt. Ellwood will do this, using his hogsheads. Autograph letter signed, docketed. Writings, XXXI, 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bearer, Martin Ehler, brings six mares -- two are those he mentioned before -- 4 are those that are described on enclosed list [no list enclosed here] -- one will match black mare purchased earlier. Autograph letter signed, docketed in a later hand, \"Zantzinger horse-dealer to Geo. A. Washington\", incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received invoice of 200 bushels of buckwheat sent to Mt. Vernon -- omitted answering query on potatoes -- send them by next vessel -- President wants only 100 more bushels of buckwheat instead of 200 because of high price -- carry by bulk to lessen the freight. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lancaster. Martin Ehler had to turn back with the mares from Zantzinger -- couldn't cross Susquehanna River -- this adds to expenses he was to be allowed -- hired a helper, George Leonhart, to take the horses down -- gives details of the agreement with Ehler -- sent invoice to George Washington in New York. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lear (?), watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received letters from Zantzinger through Ehler and Leonhart, and the mares came -- they are fatigued but in good shape -- pleased with them -- can't determine the expenses of men's return journey, so asks that Zantzinger pay them return expenses and send invoice to President -- gave them no money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Wrote letter to Mr. Moyston inquiring about a cook who lived with him -- no answer -- sent thru post office -- sends Biddle a copy to hand Mr. Moyston. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends the letter by her husband [John Bassett, Fanny's brother] -- he has been an invalid for a week -- envies her her fine son [G. Fayette Washington] -- mentions Mr. Bassett's death. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [1790] March 30. The writer was daughter of Wm. Burnett Brown of Elsing-Green.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Says Maria likely has the measles. Describes symptoms and treatment. Docketed to Mrs. Washington, Mount Vernon.","D.S. Simpson leases Washington's \"... fishing landing called Simpsons during the Herring season [for] twelve pounds specie ... also six thousand herrings.\" Simpson also agrees to \"... not permit a horse Waggon Cart or any other Carriage to come within his plantation for the removal of the fish ...\" Document signed, [in pencil \"William Simpson\"].","8 deeds and letters housed within a single envelope, dating April 15, 1790, September 30, 1790, December 20, 1790, June 28, 1850, October 19, 1850, 1852, April 10, 1853, and February 18, 1861.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. His approaching marriage--her unhappiness--had hoped to see her children this summer--her concern over Nelly--fears she will be spoiled by too much attention--\"her Dear Grandmama is too much pleased with the attentions paid to Nelly to judge of their impropriety. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear \"April 12th 1790.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","By this contract, Taylor agrees to act as overseer on Washington's farm in Fairfax County. Taylor is to oversee the slaves' labor; make and repair plows and fences; construct buildings as needed, \"see to the stock of every kind.\" Taylor will \"... provide in due season meal for the Negroes and see it regularly distributed--That he will be very careful of the Negroes--\" Taylor receives 18 lbs. and food and shelter for he and family. Copy of agreement also included, MS-4527","A.L.S. Representative of Virginia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives, Alexander White writes to \"Dear Madam\" that the President has been sick and confined to bed the past few days. He adds, \"I shall not trouble you with laws of a Political Nature only observe that our Proceeding are so dilatory that I fear spending the greatest part of the summer in this Place.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. Directed by Hon. Capt. Furneval, this letter asks Lewis' interceding in behalf of \"our Old Friend\" to gain an appointment as Postmaster in Baltimore. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis (?) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. P. van Horne.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.","Printed document, signed by Thomas Jefferson, 1 page. Second session of Congress, \"An Act for finally adjusting and satisfying the Claims of Frederick William De Steuben.\" Gives Von Steuben compensation for his services in the war. Approved June 4, 1790.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mr. C[raufurd] cannot set off by the 20th--\"you may thank me for having brought you to Alexa. I think Bushfield and its environs were never intended for the Sphere you (and your charming Washington) were made to move in\"--an admirer of hers [Ann's], a Dr. Clark--when she goes to Rippon Lodge, present her love to Papa and Manna and family--little [Sall] has been very sick with worms--plumbs and figgs which Daniel brought. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Daniel,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript apperas as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received president's account -- questions item dealing with \"Express\" to N.Y. for Dr. Jones -- paid express sent by Col. Cummings to Philadelphia -- have Mr. Hare send best porter to Mt. Vernon in preparation for President's visit -- Mrs. Washington wants blue and white cups and saucers to match china at Mt. Vernon -- thanks for congratulations on his (Lear's) marriage. Autograph letters signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letters enclosing accounts of George Washington's for coach hire and for porter sent to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Hare -- give prices of silver plated \"waiters\" (serving trays) in Philadelphia -- some have japanned bottoms and a silver plated rim of open work round them -- have any vessels from India brought fine muslins cheap? Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by (Lear?), incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Received her letter by Mr. Garnett and one from brother George--her indisposition--hopes to be in Va. within a month--Congress hopes to be able to adjourn by then--G.W. very well, as is Mrs. W.--hopes locket she requested has reached her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [c.1790] July 11.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Keep silver waiter (serving tray) until called for -- they can be made more cheaply in N.Y. -- order Mrs. Washington 2 dozen tea cups and saucers and some slop bowls to match in blue and white china -- send them to Mt. Vernon -- send her some patterns of plain India Jaquinett muslin from which to choose -- will forward a draft next week. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings, XXXI, 70. One major variation in number of cups and saucers to buy.","A.D.S. Receipt for one quarter's wages ending June 30, £14.0.0. Autograph document signed, small slip, docketed, Receipt No. 24, charred by fire. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Osborne.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Encloses draft for £200 on Bank of North America to go to President's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Send 3 dozen tea cups and saucers and 2 dozen coffee cups and saucers and bowls -- if cannot get blue and white, then get the enamel mentioned in Biddle's letter -- Mrs. Washington sends muslin patterns -- send prices on any like them -- send price of white lead ground in oil and also painters oil fit for immediate use -- will be sent to Mt. Vernon from Philadelphia or New York, whichever is cheaper. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by [Lear]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received 2 pieces of muslin -- Mrs. Washington has kept one and the other is returned. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, (written on reverse of a cover directed to the President of the United States of America), broken black seal, incomplete watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Clarifies order of 3 dozen china cups and saucers for Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.L.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letter enclosing bill for china sent to Mt. Vernon -- President sets out for Mt. Vernon probably in 8 or 10 days after Congress adjourns -- he would not like any more parade than is necessary to gratify the people, any more is most fatiguing to him -- are any ships bound for London from Philadelphia and what accommodations are available? Autograph letter signed, draft, torn, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Send by Mr. Robert Lewis, the bearer, an English-German dictionary for George Washington's German gardener -- George Washington in Rhode Island -- will leave New York for Virginia about first of September. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for Bailey's English and German Dictionary at £2.5.0. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"No. 256 Receipt Charles Cist £2.5 19th Augt. 1790\" and \"Acct. for a Dictionary Augt. 19. 1790.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages, docketed. Agreement for Peter Cockrell to work for George A. Washington for one year. Signed by Peter Cockrell and J. Packett.","A.L.S. 4 pages. New York. Received bill and receipt for German-English dictionary -- please keep [silver?] waiter (serving tray) there until remove to Philadelphia -- President reaches Philadelphia about September 3 -- engage lodgings at Mrs. Mary House's [at 5th and Market St.] in Philadelphia for George Washington and family and stables for horses at Jacob Hiltzhimers -- if lodging not available there, then at city tavern -- gives proposed itinerary of President's trip to Philadelphia -- plea for no more parade and ceremony than necessary -- he (Lear) will remain in New York a few more days -- gives number of rooms needed for those in President's party, and delineates who is in the group (including 2 maids, 4 white servants and 4 black servants). Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Draft. New York. President left this morning and will be in Philadelphia on Thursday -- he has sent Mrs. Washington's trunk and an extra harness by stage to Philadelphia in Biddle's care to be sent to Alexandria by water -- Harness wrapped in rough cloth for protection -- he will pay expenses in New York -- direct any letter to him for they will come free during President's absence. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings XXXI, 109 fn. Postscript added to this draft copy.","Autograph letter, signed \"Timothy Pickering\" to Oliver Phelps. Pickering, appointed by President Washington as commissioner to the Iroquois, is writing to merchant and land speculator Oliver Phelps in response to the Pine Creek killings, in which two Seneca Indians were murdered in a dispute with the sons of John Walker, a man whom the Seneca claimed to have scalped and murdered several years prior. Pickering writes of Washington's \"utter abhorrence\" of the killings. He has sent Pickering to meet with the relations of the murdered Seneca men.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Tenders his thanks for their offer of services, but he and Mrs. Lear will reside with President -- expects to leave New York by October 1 -- will engage 2 packets to carry freight to Philadelphia -- asks Biddle to inquire for him -- many overcharge the President -- papers may be forwarded to Mt. Vernon -- received letter from President on particulars of alterations in home -- thinks Mr. Robt. Morris will be moved by 25th Sept., and President's furniture can be moved in then -- Biddle's drafts will be honored. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 1 page. War department. Concerns allowance to invalids.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sends letter by Dr. Stuart who is on way to Williamsburg -- President and Mrs. Washington have been home 10 days -- George Washington \"looks better than I expected to see him, but still there are traces in his countinance of His two last severe illnesses, which I fear will never wear off.\" -- they stay until middle of November -- little son has been ill. Date on letter appears to be 1791, but internal and external evidence confirm 1790 as date of composition. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, mistakenly dated in heading 1791, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Frances Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Sept. 21.","A.D.S. 1 page. Martha Custis [Martha Washington's niece] writes out a song for Mr. Snow. A notation in another hand, \"Received inclosed from Mrs. Stuart in Sept. 1790.\" Date on original catalog card appears c. 1790 [September].","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Capt. Alberson brought his (Biddle's) letter -- discusses expensive price wanted by Alberson for hire of his vessel, and whether arrangements with him included cabin passage -- will start loading Tuesday and sail by end of week -- please engage lodgings for Mrs. Lear and himself at Mrs. House's or elsewhere near the President in Philadelphia until furniture arrives. Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete (crown).","A.D.S. 1 page. Print document with notations. Baltimore. Bill for 1 oz. Nutmegs at 6 shillings from Andrew Aitken, apothecary and druggist. Autograph document signed, partly printed bill, laminated, docketed \"H. Washington 6/.\" Receipted by Andr. Aitken.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please send the \"little Matter between us\" for Nells [ ] and the muslin--in very great need of it--also send sugar, none at all in this part of the Country. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed (not decipherable), laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 115 barrels of corn \"bot of Mr. Chas. Carter from Mrs. Washingtons Estate.\" Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, signed by John Aston for Thos Gamill, re Mary Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Received money, muslin adn sugar by Peter--returns muslin--apologizes for asking her for the money, but she owed it and was being pestered for it--she owes Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington] and \"yourself\" for spice mortar and \"skeleton--outside and curtain of a bonnett\"--hears from Mama [Christian Blackburn] that Polly [Blackburn] has several dance partners--she will be unable to come to [Alexandria] this winter but hopes to see [Ann] and Mr. Wn here shortly--sends some Spanish potatoes and apples--has Judith [Blackburn] increased her family?--send a bushel of cranberries--[Betty ?] Grayson not at home according to custom with the Miss Warings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"by Peter,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Her Mamma and Sister [Christian Blackburn and Polly Blackburn] pleased at their receiption at Mr. Campbell's, and also at plays--to have tea at Mr. Caton's where Polly will probably perform on harpsichord--write about her Fredericksburg excursion--. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"By Peter\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]90 Oct. 25.","Lottery tickets. 4 printed tickets to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, each ticket having on the back the name of one of John Basset's children, A[nna] M[aria], John, Virginia, and William; Wm. was born Oct. 10, 1790, and a lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. A scrap of paper with the name \"Mr. Bassett\" serves as a cover. Date on original catalog card appears [1790 ?][Oct.]","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter -- wrote letters to him and friend from Fredericksburg, to go by a county representative to the assembly -- best way to send letters to him is by post or a friend -- postmasters are more particular in sending letters addressed to our family than they are of others -- sick family at Mt. Vernon -- Bassett's sister and brother had visited and brought influenza -- Lewis and others leave Mt. Vernon on 22nd for Philadelphia. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed in pencil by (?), watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\"","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Bill for 1 box superior Hyson tea amounting to £20.18.9. Autograph document signed, fragment laminated, docketed twice, once by Lear, \"No. 257 Receipt Jno. Barnes £20.18.9 22nd Novr. 1790,\" and Rect. Jno. Barnes Novr. 22. [1]790 £20.18.9\", incomplete watermark. Receipted at same time by John Barnes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bladensburg. Retained copy to Holmes regarding a lease of Holmes' land (location not specified) to Mrs. Betty Washington Lewis. Robert Lewis encloses several letters referring to this transaction. Mrs. Lewis has paid the first year's rent.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Hasn't written her because he hasn't been successful in complying with her requests regarding chesnuts and sale of her colt--will try to sell colt at sale in a few days--intends being at Bushfield soon to attend Mr. Washington's sale--Judy sends love. Autograph letter signed, fragment of a separate cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[0] Dec. 6.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address label.","One card. Engraved card of invitation from General Knox's wife with decorative border: \"Mrs. Knox presents Compts. to Mr. Lewis and requests the Honor of his Company on Wednesday Evening the '2nd of Febry', Janry 25th 91. The favor of an Answer is desired. Sold by Burton No. 14 Capel Street. Date on original catalog card appears 17[91] Jan. 25. Partly printed with blanks filled in by hand, card size.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding legacy left her [probably by her brother Geo. Wm. Fairfax, who died in 1787 in England] -- a bond given -- doesn't desire more land in Culpeper, Virginia -- has some which she has been unable to sell -- smallpox breaking out here -- \"Bob shou'd be careful of his cloaths.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Letter Mrs. H. Washington about her husbands Bond\",\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Han. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 Jan. 30.","D. 1 page. For £2.0.0, an account of wages due from the President -- receipt in hand of George Augustine Washington. Document, small charred fragment, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., Receipt No. 299.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £4.4. for [Seine ?] twine. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"Recpt. No. 266, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Buchan Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £0.5.3 for mending a plow, mending strap of a swingel tree, making plow bridel bits, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"J.B. Steels Bills for 1791.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. For 3 lbs. seine twine for 0.7.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of P. Prather, fragment, docketed \"No. 267,\" etc., laminated. Receipted by P. Prather for B. Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £2.12.6 for 21 bushels of oats sold to Tobias Lear. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Edmund Penin[gton] and signed by him, mutilated, laminated, docketed \"Edwd. Barr[in]g[ton] 23d March 91 2.12.6,\" and Receipt No. 269 Edwd. Barrington £2.12.6 23d March 1791.\"","D. 1 page. Order to pay Alexander Smith £80. Witnessed by Wm. Wilson. Receipted by Alexander Smith April 8, 1791. Docketed same date. Document, silked, fragment, docketed, receipt 270.","A.L.S. 1 page. Requests [Ann] to get some white ribbon for her at Perrin's store-will pay him herself--they expect [Ann and Bushrod Washington] for dinner on Tuesday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 April 25.","A.D. 1 page. Bill for making some ruffles, ruffled caps, etc.[?]. Autograph document, signed by \"femme le Chal\", fragment, laminated, docketed twice \"No. 274 Receipt Mr. Chal £1.16.0, 10th June 1791\" and \"Rect. Mr. Chal 1.16.0 June 10th 1791.\"","For tuition of Geo. [Washington Parke] Custis of £1.7.6. Partly printed document filled in by James Clement and signed by him, docketed twice \"Rect. for Master Custis July 1 1791, 1.7.[6,]\" and \"No. 275 Receipt James Clement £1.7.6, 1 July 1791.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Unable to write because of extreme illness -- very weak -- he and Fanny and children go to Berkeley -- they will remain for a while, but business will bring him back soon -- has account from Mr. Wilson -- had boots made for Burgess and will send them by his father when he comes. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Alex July 4\", watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Receipt for making a door \"for the ice house of the President.\" This was for the Robert Morris house in Philadelphia and it is noted that Mr. Morris declined paying it.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. For £22.10.6, to be applied in discharge of the President's and his taxes. Document, charred fragment, laminated, docketed \"Lodged in their Hands to be applied to the settlement of County [ ] parish Levies.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fairfield. Deals primarily with settlement of account and Bond -- Mr. Washington is from home and is his father's other executor -- account against Mrs. Bushrod and herself in regard to furniture -- legacies left by her brother [George Wm. Fairfax] -- obliged for news of her sister Fairfax [Sally Cary Fairfax]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","D.S. 2 pages. Washington relinquishes a former contract in which Tiffin leased Washington's land for 30 lbs. per year. Tiffin agrees to \"... surrender possession [of the tract]--to give up all claim to the wheat now growing on the plantation and to put in all the ground now in Buck wheat and some small spots adjoining in potatoes and Hemp with Rye ...\" Memorandum of an agreement. Signed by Peter Cockrell, for George Augustine Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Agreement for Washington to pay Cockrell one-seventh of the crop yield for acting as overseer \"on his plantation in Berk[e]ley County which will be formed of that which he now occupies and that which Doct. Tiffin resides ...\" Cockrell to care for Negroes, stock, and tools on plantation. Witnessed by Samuel Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends letter and garlick by Gen. Roberdeau--leaves cherries and gooseberries for her--they have taken passage to Barbados--go to Mr. Craufurd's [at Greenwood Md.] to stay until sailing time--Polly's [Blackburn] cough worse--glad [Ann] likes new house--Polly asks for great coat to be sent. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed (Honord by General Robertdeau,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1792] Sept.[20?].","Account for £1.10.6 for smith work, including making \"3 keys for The Staples and ox yoks,\" making knives, putting huks on a locket, putting heels to 2 colters, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"[ ]mber 9,\" badly charred by fire.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Lisbon. Humphreys was a Revolutionary War hero from Conn. and writer of the \"Hartford Wit.\" He writes to G. Washington's secretary, T. Lear, of his life in Portugal. Sends messages to G. Washington and members of his family. Autograph letter, signed \"D. Humphreys.\" Docketed by Lear on the blank final page--\"From Col. Dav. Humphreys.\"","D.S. 1 page. Clay receives payment for piling 14 cords of wood. Witnessed by H. West. Probably for President Washington's household. Document signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Budd agrees to rent from Washington \"the House he now occupies-- my property in Alexandria\" for forty shillings/month. Agreement in force from October 1, 1791, to April 1, 1792.","D.S. 1 page. \"For President's use,\" Coe has supplied various brushes to George Washington's steward, Sam Fraunces. Document signed, docketed, burned. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Francis.\"","List. 2 pages. Rates quality of houses, miles traveled, and ferriage charges. In unknown hand, docketed, \"Believed to be in Genl. Washington's handwriting;\" laminated. This was perhaps done at the time of George Washington's visit to Charleston in 1791.","Manuscript account book of Robert Lewis, rental agent for the President of the United States, 1791-1798.","A.D. 25 pages. Corn account, 1791 for Muddy Hole and the other plantations--corn ground and oats to be planted in 1792, no. of acres per plantation--account of cattle sold, oxen sold, 1791, 1792--seed sown in 1792 in timothy and clover--account of farm and harvesting activities (sides of leather) Oct. 1791--account of seeds and grain in greenhouse loft, Nov. 1791--gardener's account, pork, beef, midlings, quart of rum--amounts of clover and timothy seed needed, bushels per plantation--amount on hand, 1792--mill farm no. of feet of planks, 1791, lbs. of beef mutton, bacon and rum--Nov. 22, 1791, finished the mill--account of hogs, 1791--potato account, 1791--turnips account--4 1/2 doz. candles made--tools delivered--Aug. 1792 del. one barrel of herrings, lbs. of mutton Thos. Green, Gray, monies received--monies expended since the absence of Major Washington, Dec. 15--several pp. of accts. of white workers about Mt. V.: Thomas Mahoney, (house carpenter and joiner), Thomas Green (carpenter), Joseph Davenport (called miller), William Garner, Daniel the Dutchman, tools for Hiland Crow, Boyd for making shoes. All these are dated 1791. Autograph document, silked, entitled \"Muddy Hole Plantation\", not bound, but with bound vols., watermark.","Single blank sheet with GW watermark and note regarding the watermark.","Receipts for hay for the President. 7 partly printed documents, various sizes on verso. The central document is an agreement/receipt between Tobias Lear and William Crouch, the hay dealer. Document is in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge, signed by Lear and witnessed by Dandridge. 4 papers are weight slips for a load of hay naming the buyer as \"Mr. President\" or \"Mr. Washington.\" 2 slips are receipted invoices signed by William Crouch to Lear for 100 bales of rye straw.","Ticket to Ball to be held [in Alexandria] on Feb. 13 to celebrate Birth Night of President. Names of managers printed at bottom. Small piece of stiff paper, printed, name filled in by hand, laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cuyler writes from New York describing celebration of George Washington's birthday. \"... this day is the Anniversary of the hero of America, ships are decorated, guns fired, and publick buildings illuminated ...\" Mentions seeing [Samuel?] Shaw and that Shaw \"has dined with the President and Jefferson ...\"","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. For coopers work on tubs. Possibly for President Washington's household. Document, fragment.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt for payment of \"forty dollars on acct. of the President of the United States.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Peyton agrees to pay Washington \"four shillings/thousand Virginia currency, for two hundred thousand Herrings, to be caught at his Landing (commonly call'd Simpsons)...\" Washington is not to furnish a House for curing the fish.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Returned in December from \"a winter campaign\" -- asks pardon for not sending down the Phaeton Box and apron sooner -- wish him success in his business for the President -- Mr. Muse would not apply for money not due him, so President says give him money on proper explanation -- perhaps he hadn't finished last year's collection -- greetings from Fanny extended. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by R. Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. A. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Captain Carhart's charges for freight \"of Sundrys to Alexandria\". Various boxes, tubs, and bundles listed and \"2 plowshears.\" Possibly for President Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Chides her for not writing--let her know whether she received smelling bottle--\"your nephew\" can walk, talk, and has cut teeth--she expects another child--tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] the news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, part of a watermark, directed \"Favor Mr. [Tracey ?\"]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]92 May 25.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Scolds her for not writing--glad to hear Polly [Blackburn] is better--she has been sick herself and is afraid she will have to wean her \"sweet boy\"--plan to come see her soon--send one of her people over with a pot and ingredients for yellow pickles and she will send back some young geese. Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Thomas Newton for Cowper and Sexton to George Augustine Washington. Receipt for 10,000 3 foot shingles for Mount Vernon.","A.D. 1 page. For the President of the United States. Bill for glass jar, stone jar, china plates, blue edge salad dishes, black tea pots, chambers, basins, and tumblers. Total due 13.0.0. Receipted by Ann Gallagher. Docketed \"for glass and china\" November 10, 1792. Autograph document, laminated, faded and charred by fire, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Ann Gallagher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Mr. P. Lyons Jr. in Richmond, who does business for John Hopkins, gave for the President some public papers \"which had been funded by you\" -- requests the receipt which was given at the time for the certificates -- please forward it since you must have it. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Has a violent fever--Nell has finished the shift body--send word as to what to have her do now. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Honord by N. Craufurd Esqr.,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Receipt for Genl. Washington £105.0.0 Va Currency 1 Oct. 1792,\" laminated, incomplete watermark. Bearer is Mr. [Anthony] Whitting, the President's manager, who is to receive the money due from Lyles's bond to President. See under same date, receipt by A. Whitting for $350.","A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Fraunces, steward of George Washington's household, bought 10 pair of hose for £2.5.0 from Jacob Cox. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox. Small fragment of paper, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 337. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox.","A.D. 1 page. For President Washington. £4.9.10 1/2 for household items, including whisk broom, vineer'd cloathes brush, white wash brush, dusters, dairy brushes, hearth brushes, and paint brushes. Autograph document, charred, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 339. Receipted by Richard Coe.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Incloses letter from President - [Washington's] gracious reception of Buchan's present of the Wallace Box - his kind reception of Robertson himself-President sat for him-his success in this country-sends [miniature] of GW by first opportunity. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Arch. Robertson.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her reluctance at parting from her--Tayloe is married. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For £8.10.6 for barrels of sweet potatoes. Made out to Samuel \"Francis,\" the steward of George Washington's house in New York City. Autograph document, laminated, faded and torn.","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. £2.14.0 for 54 w of venison. Torn and charred by fire, laminated, docketed Receipt No. 340, watermark . Receipted by John Cnoff.","One piece. Small printed note, watermark (RP, and FR).By law of this date currency was issued based on the land seized by the Republic. This note reads \"Domaines nationaux. Assignat de dix livres, payable au porteur ...\"","A.L.S. 5 pages. Boston. Informal ltr. about his activities since leaving his hosts in Georgetown ... Smith is a Scottish merchant soon to sail for London, India, and China and return to America hoping then to find business prosperous enough to settle here ...Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Washington.\"","Two tickets. Two lottery tickets for Peregrine Fitzhugh's Property and Cash Lottery. Signed by Peregrine Fitzhugh, tickets Nos. 2959, 2960 (both tickets on same scrap of paper). The text reads \"This ticket entitles the bearer to such prize as may be drawn against its number; subject to no deduction.\"","Autograph letter signed. Baltimore. Gustavus Scott writes to an unidentified recipient that a Mr. Chase is interested in purchasing Lots No. 20 and 21 near a parcel of land called Belle Hatch or Lux's Land.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lewis has no objection to a road through some of GW's land in Jefferson County.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Barbados. Polly still in poor health--doctor pronounces it Catarrel and gives her bark and steel--they will sail to Charles Town in Carolina and return to Va. from there--Genl. Williams here for health--Judd's twins--staying with Mr. Applewaite and wife, Virginians--place is elegant--has had her hair cut--has a parrot and muslin frock for Kitty Blackburn--intends to bring children all something--Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] and Sally [Sarah Blackburn Craufurd] haven't written--Major [G. A.] Washington's illness--glad she likes Richmond so well. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn\". Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Feb. 24.","A.L.S. 1 page. Barbados. Received his and Nancy's [Blackburn Washington's] letters--had dispaired of hearing from friends in Va.--encloses letter to Nancy from her mother [Christian Blackburn]--have taken passage to S. Carolina--expects \"our Friend Colo. [Wm.] Washington will take us by the Hand if we get to Charles Town.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (C. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Mr. Thomas Bowen requested information through Gallatin on the person who administered on the estate of Mr. George Harrison, formerly of near Alexandria -- President sends following information [evidently inserted in original but missing from this draft]. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Asks Trenton, N.J. merchant Abraham Hunt questions on the President's behalf about colt owned by Mr. Baker -- he seems to suit President's purposes -- head and neck of Mr. Hamilton's horse not well shaped -- Mr. Phillips' horse too expensive. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with corrections in G.W.'s hand, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","An account of numbers of fish (shad and herring) sold, to whom supplied and price--hauling charges--cover has rough notes on amounts of rum drawn out of Hhds. and summary of fish accounts for the year. 5 double sheets with cover of old wallpaper, sewed together, laminated, partly in hand of Anth. Whitting, mutilated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as 1793 Mar. 26-Ap. [19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Just arrived from Barbados--[Polly Blackburn] was better when they left island but cold weather and dampness have made her worse again--they have done all they can for her--remain in Charles Town until May 1. Autograph letter signed, fragment of cover laminated to letter, marked \"Favd. by Mr. Thomson,\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1793] Mar. 26.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To Frederick Green, printer, Annapolis. Run enclosed advertisement in the newspaper 'Maryland Gazette' for the President \"until the Charges thereof amount to Two Dollars\" -- Daniel Grant has the money and will send it as soon as a conveyance is to be had. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by B. Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To James Angell, printer, Baltimore. Encloses advertisement which President \"now in this town\" wants inserted in the 'Maryland Journal' newspaper for 3 weeks. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Mar. 30.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him DeBarth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment ... please answer by messenger ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Association has a draft of the same letter.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him De Barth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment -- please answer by the messenger. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Has been very ill from taking the wrong medicine--\"my sweet little cherub\" Thomas B. [Craufurd]--tell her little girls she has missed them--send half a yd. of velvet ribbon for Bracelets. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £15.15.0 for 420 bushels of lime \"for the President of the United States.\" Document signed, fragment, burned by fire, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), Receipt No. 383.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Declaration sent to Europe now out of De Barth's hands, so President sends duplicate, and De Barth must sign it with witnesses -- President does not question his integrity or honor because of his inability to pay the agreed upon money, for he knows unsettled conditions in France -- also De Barth readily canceled contract to buy land when he was unable to keep it. Autograph letter initial S, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mary [Polly Blackburn] is better--Dr. Tracey advises leaving unhealthy climate, and will go to mountains--come to C. Dale instead of R[ippon] Lodge, for \"your Mama, my Mama\" and [Polly ?] will be there--find a music teacher for Kitty [Catherine Blackburn] in Richmond. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Dumfries, June [ ].\" Two postscripts follow, one from M. E. [Polly] B[lackburn] and one from Sarah Scott.","Greenwood. Wishes to see her uncle Bushrod and Aunt Nancy [Ann]--invites them to come see how much little Tommy [Craufurd] has grown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Craufurd. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [June 28]. [postscript to letter of same date, Sarah Blackburn Craufurd to Ann Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Transmits at President's request papers dealing with Colville estate -- Requests transcripts of some accounts dealing with Colville's estate. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The horses will await her at Fredericksburg on the 25th--Mary [Polly]much the same--she will try Mrs. Mason's preparation of tar--family well--bring side saddle with her. Autograph letter signed, separate cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Philadelphia.Regarding Thomas Colville's estate -- received copies of accounts -- received enclosed draught on Col. Hooe -- asks Keith to transmit copy of accounts, to know balance due on Colville's estate -- President thinks Commissioners' decision on compensation to him just. Autograph letter signed, draft, initial S, docketed by Dandridge ?, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Is on her way from Bath--Polly [Blackburn] is better--left Papa [Th. Blackburn] at Sulpher Springs--Polly wishes to go to Greenwood. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1793 ?] Aug. 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Polly Blackburn in the West Indies. Hopes she is well--likes Richmond--intends to live with Aunt Nancy \"till I'm as big as you - and longer, if I can't be married.\" Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [c. Aug.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her leaving them has left a void in their lives--[Ann] must come up to District Court with Mr. [Bushrod] W.--exhorts her not to give way to immoderate grief over loss [of sister Polly Blackburn]--her children continue sick--will obtain pattern for [Ann]--Mama [Christian Blackburn] will send down Kitty's spelling book and Jenny B.'s bonnet and great coat--hopes [Ann] will be restored to perfect health--Mother's [Christian Blackburn] spirits are better but fears she'll never really be the same. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Sept. 14,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her to continue taking her medicine--Natt and Sally Craufurd ill with fever--hear nothing from [Nathaniel] Craufurd--she herself is unwell not in body but in the mind--glad Mr. Blair has taken Kitty [As a pupil] and hopes she will apply herself. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Sept. 19. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Sally [Craufurd] afflicted still with ague and fever and hysterics--Anny very ill, and Tommy [Blackburn] has ague and fever at Annapolis and Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] sick at Alexandria--Papa [Thomas Blackburn] will send cows down to her--glad Kitty [Blackburn] is in school--is Jenny in school? Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She has been very sick--apologizes for not being able to get the calicoe for her--doesn't know whether she will be able to come down Christmas --leaves Sally with grandmother [Christian Blackburn]--did [Ann] carry music book and did Kitty [Blackburn] carry her brown stuff petticoat?--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd ill--Sally Forrest lost her child. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Thanks for caps edging and calicoe--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] ill with ague and fever--they have all been sick--Mr. Craufurd has gone home--he will pay for necklace and locket--cautions her against excess of grief--they are trying without success to get [Ann] a servant. Autograph letter signed, laminated, cover laminated to letter, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries Oct [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge Leaves for home day after tomorrow--leaves Mamma [Christian Blackburn] with health much improved--hopes [Ann's] health and spirits are improved, must submit to their great loss [death of Polly Blackburn]--gossip of family and friends--bundle [Ann] sent hasn't come to hand yet--if she can't come Xmas, will send a packet. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. Read of Howell Lewis 18/Shillings on acct of my [missing word] the service of the President U. S. James Butler. Document signed, torn edge, docketed by George Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Has returned [home]--little Nat [Craufurd] still has ague, but is improved--Robert Scott is a fine young man and will be fine acquisition to [Ann's] fireside--admonishes her to raise her spirits. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Papa [Thomas Blackburn] has had attack of St. Antoney's fire in his face but is much better--had letter from [Sarah Craufurd] and her family all sick--hopes Mr. [Bushrod] Washington is over his indisposition. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Letter goes as far as Alex. by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd who goes to races--Mr. C. will go to R[ippon] at Christmas time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, part of cover laminated to letter, directed to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Alex 7 Nov.\", incomplete watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends by Mr. Ben Orr the patterns and padlock--Brother [Richard S. Blackburn] goes to Richmond but too cold for little Jane [Blackburn] to go--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will bring her later--dined at Mr. Graham's, pleasant company there--Mrs. Barnes has recovered her senses--Mr. Orr went without letter, so sends it by stage and sends other things by Brother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, cover marked \"Intended to have been sent by Mr. Ben Orr. S.C.\", and \"Stage.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Col. Washington will please pay John Drake on demand £7.9. ... Washington's acceptance is written below the order and dated Jan. 1, 1794.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Apologies for long delay in writing--insists that has thought often of her and her family and connections and happy hours spent with them--consolations on death of her sister [Polly Blackburn ?]--sorry he hasn't been able to visit Greenwood--hasn't established residence yet, but prefers southern states. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John.\" Date does not appear on original catalog card.","Receipt from Pollard, clerk of Hanover County, Va., for services rendered to David Stuart, administrator of John Parke Custis, deceased. Amount 104 cents.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Her few lines served as a cordial at a time when she needed them--is sending a parcel by Mr. Herbert of Alexa. who goes by stage--happy to hear she goes to G. dale--has a good opinion of healthy air there--will try to come to her--very anxious over her health--sends gingerbread and almond cakes--unable to find comb and brush for her in Richmond--sends pincushions she made--asks after the family--intends to translate a novel for her. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes them a happy new year--thanks for Xmas gifts exchanged--asks her to send more work [sewing ?] for her to do--is glad to let her have any money she needs--neighbor, Mrs. Contee's death--her children--spent a dull Christmas, despite company--send pattern of drawn handkerchiefs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked by hand \"Jany 1,\" watermarked \"J. Whatman.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Apologies for his apparent neglect of his sister -- his health is good, but he has been very busy -- several planned visits have been thwarted -- will come shortly -- \"I should be happy to have my good old lady (who has been very sick) with me,\" but lacks another horse for carriage. Dated January 17th 1793 in heading, but docketed by Fanny B. Washington as \"From Mr. J. Bassett, January 17th 1794.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed 1794 by Fanny B. Washington, mistakenly dated 1793 in heading. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[4] Jan. 17.","D.S. 1 page. Invites Mr. Lear to dinner on the following Sunday to meet Lord Sheffield, Whitehall. Docketedwith seal to Mr. Lear No. 33 Surry Street.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Sends letter to George Town to be posted by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd--disappointed she has gone back to [Richmond], wants her to spend summer with her--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] in poor health--her anxiety over him--her children--glad of [Ann's] good reports on Sally. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"[G]eorge Town February 19th,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rhode Island. \"... I am very happy to find you are going to celebrate the President's birth in such stile ...,\". Autograph letter signed, docketed, stamped, seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends wagon full of things for her; cabinet, flowers, berries, etc.--sends two cows also--sends butter--will go down [to Richmond?] in March with Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[Ann's] brother [Richard S. Blackburn] still in Philadelphia idling his time, and his family under poor management--sends gifts to Kitty [Blackburn] as an encouragement to improve her writing--sends petticoats to be altered for Kitty. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Unable to procure two books [Ann] had commissioned him to get--Brother Richard still in Phila., and shows no inclination to go home. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. They have purchased a horse, so she needn't send one up--[Christian Blackburn] and Aunt Brown will set out for Richmond early next month--he himself intends to go down about the first of May. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 27.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Written at the President's direction thanking him for information about box shipped by Mr. Lear and letter forwarded from Lear -- asks Greenleaf to direct his friend in New York to send the box to Philadelphia, taking care to convey it safely as it contains glass -- President wishes him to call when he comes to Philadelphia to receive a sum of money on Mr. Lear's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge and in a later hand \"Written on Genl Washington's watermarked paper,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L. 1 page. President is busy reading a number of bills this afternoon -- will Mr. Greenleaf call at 8:00 tomorrow for breakfast instead of visiting this evening? Written in 3rd person, integral cover, docket, G.W.'s watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date from docketing; on original catalog card appears as [1794][June 5] Thursday 1/2 past 2 o'clock.","After returning from a surveying expedition in Reading Pennsylvania, Andrew Elliott wrote this scathing letter to Thomas Mifflin about Washington's policies relating to Native Americans.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Sends Rutherford the desired information on Mr. Mien -- enclosed were copies of 2 letters from a member of Congress from Maryland, which Rutherford can trust -- the President has little time to spend on such requests. Autograph letter signed, Contemporary copy(?), docketed, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distressed over [Ann's] health--advises her to go to Norfolk as doctor advises--will see her at R[ippon] Lodge in Aug. and go with her to Sulphur Springs or Uncle [Elzey ?]--mustn't stay in \"that sickly hole Richmond\"--promise not to tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] of her illness--will bring her two little boys down to cheer up [Ann's] health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"4 July '94,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Concern over [Ann's] health--denies she and her husband enjoy scandal, but rest of Prince George [County, Md.] does--comments on uncertain conveyance of mail by stage--desires her to bring her hat to her [at Rippon Lodge] when she comes--talks of her neighbors who enquire after [Ann]--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] very ill with ague and fever--will meet her at R[ippon] Lodge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"July 11,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L. 1 page. Board of Agriculture, Whitehall. If Sir John Sinclair sends a set of the Reports, transmitted to the Board of Agriculture giving accounts of husbandry in counties of the Kingdom, will Mr. Peacey revise them, thus contributing to improvement of agriculture? Autograph letter, in 3rd person.","D.S. 1 page. Henry Lee of Richmond is \"held and firmly bound unto Bushrod Washington his Executors,\" etc. for sixteen hundred pounds.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Longs to see her--sends Frank down for her and the little girls--lose no time in coming. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distress over Frank's return without her, and especially over her indisposition--hopes she will be able to come back with Mr. Craufurd on Sunday--sends letter which Frank went off and forgot--Nat [Nathaniel Craufurd, Jr.] very ill--he desires Aunt Nancy [Ann] will bring him plumbs and cake--much obliged for the books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Aug. 11,\" and instructions in S. Craufurd's hand, \"Mr. Brundige will be so kind as to send these letters for Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Washington as soon as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The Exchange, Fauquier County. He, wife and sick children are at the Exchange for healthy air -- hasn't written or heard from her since recent trip to Mt. Vernon -- will try to visit again shortly -- encloses letter from Mrs. Bassett. [See letter of Aug. 15, 1794, B.C. Bassett to Frances Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, and redirected cover, docketed by F. Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Mrs. Trutton (?) is moving from Mrs. Washington's house, hasn't paid rent due -- she has rented, or sublet, the rest of her time there to Mr. Dobbin, who agrees to stay there for some time if she will agree to paint and stop the roof leaks. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Fanny Washington, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fauquier. Tells of illness of husband John and children -- dangers as they traveled along road to Fauquier, pursued by mad hog -- mentions 4 children. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. B.\" [Enclosed with letter of Aug. 13, 1794, John Bassett to Frances Washington].","A.L.S.  2 pages. Eltham. Bettsy [wife?] has been very ill all summer, but has lately been revived by the copious use of wine and bark -- advises Fanny not to go to town in middle of summer, because of ague and fever -- brother John and family went up country to Mr. Robert Lewis's for their health -- Mrs. Lyons ill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Frances Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Burwell Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: the estate of Col. Richard Henry Lee ... comments on general distribution of the estate ... suggests that either he (WAW) or Corbin W-n undertake the guadianship of Cassius and Francis Lee ... both to be sent to Georgetown Academy for the time being. Autograph letter signed, integral cover addressed to W.A.W. Haywood. Name on original manuscript appears as \"William A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To Reverend George Smith, Minister at Galston, Scotland. Encloses letters answering Smith's queries to the President relating to affairs of Wm. Hunter, Jr. deceased. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, watermark (J.G.C.). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Ill health and business prevented his going to visit her or even writing -- he is even unable to return to Mr. Robert Lewis's [The Exchange, Fauquier County] for Mrs. Bassett -- expresses affection for Fanny and her children, telling her they have an \"excellent pattern\" in her, while she has \"the best of guides, an amiable and benevolent heart.\" Autograph letter signed, separate cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR).","A.L.S. 1 page. This letter will introduce an old acquaintance--hopes she is riding out on horseback by now--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] has no return [of her illness]. Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark incomplete (part of quartered shield). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","Receipt, to Joseph Litty [?], 1794 October 22. John D. Blanchard to Enoch Skinner, 1794 October 23. Receipt, The escort troop of horse for the prisoners to Philadelphia to John Dickey, 1794 October 23. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to Samuel Thompson, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Marshall David Lenox to George Smith, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Captain Blanchard and Company to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to John Morrison, 1794 October 27. Receipt, Samuel Wheeler and David C. Claypoole to Philip Sossler and Mary Sossler, 1794 October 27. Receipt, received of Arthur Price, 1794 October 28. Receipt, Captain Blanchard to J. Hake [?], 1794 October 28. Receipt, Jonathan Miller, 1794 October 29","N.S. 1 page. \"The Hide sent I allow you Six shillings for. but as I do not know what sort of Leather will best suit you. I wish you to call yourself \u0026 make choise. or send a person for you.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. She couldn't write from Geo. Town because Sally Forrest's child was ill whole time she was there-don't bother sending old Anabella, for she has decided to have Mrs. Brown [as midwife]--her 3 servant girls will all lay in soon so she will be almost without servants--looks forword to seeing her at end of next month--her children send love--Mr. Tracy is here and [offers her his piano forte ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Glad to hear of her returning health--will come soon to visit her at her new abode--will try to execute her commissions--tell [daughter Sally] she shall have a new frock with sash and pocketbook--Mr. Walker brought them all gifts from Phila.--old Mrs. Craufurd dead--\"Our uncle\" in Geo. Town has very elegant furnishings--will accompany her there for visit in Spring--send some books for Mr. [Nathaniel] Craufurd to read while she is lying in--direct [letters] by stage near Bladensburg as most certain way. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. They are well--mortified Papa [Th. Blackburn] didn't come to see them on his trip to George Town--hasn't received letter he wrote--will look for her at end of month--news of neighbors--Mrs. Craufurd died. Autograph letter signed, separate piece of cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 Dec. 5.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mrs. H - Y's rude conduct--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd thanks her for watch piece--will send her prices of damask, etc.--Charles Lee a ladies' man--Mr. and Mrs. Thornton--thanks for little cap [for baby]-- fears she and child won't live, but is reconciled to her fate--begs for book to read during her lying in, for \"its such a lonesome time.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 15,\" watermark incomplete (H[?]). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Parliamentary act. Printed document, 1 page. \"An act to continue the Laws now in Force for regulating the Trade between the Subjects of His Majesty's Dominions and the Inhabitants of the Territories belonging to the United States of America, so far as the same relate to the Trade and Commerce carried on between this Kingdom and the Inhabitants of the Countries Belonging to the said United States.\" George III, Regis.","Philadelphia, Printed broadside document full sheet George Washington in a proclamation set aside February 19, 1795, a day of Thanksgiving. Addressed on the verso to the Rev. Mr. Newell.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Wishes them all a happy new year--hopes to see her little girl [Sally] in April if she lives--mother [Christian Blackburn] is with her, consoles her in her present gloomy situation--her two little boys, Nathaniel and Tom--thanks her and Kitty [Blackburn] for the sash--will inform her of any changes in her situation. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Jan. 12.","A.L.S. 1 page. Norfolk. She is now at home, wishes to see her Aunt Nancy [Ann] and Uncle Bushrod [Washington]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Back home after staying with Sally [Brown ?]--stayed in George Town 10 days due to little Christian's illness--glad Kitty [Blackburn] reads to Mr. Wyth's wife--wishes the old gentleman [Wyth] would teach her some geography. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries [ ],\" watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Feb. 22.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Came here but found her sister had left for water side--will follow her, distressed over her condition---all at Rippon Lodge are well. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, postmarked ([ ] March 22), directed by \"Stage,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Feeling very low--tobacco lost when tobacco house was blown down, mare lost her foal, and their \"great relation\" demands payment of principal of a sum--expects ruin--the harder her husband works, the more fortune seems against him--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] sends love and will write a letter to her. Autograph letter signed, (incomplete), laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Insists since her debility is coming on, she should go to the Springs or another healthy climate, even if she will be away from Mr. [Bushrod] Washington for a while--will go with her if it suits--Tommy [Blackburn] very ill, must leave and go elsewhere--Kitty [Blackburn] got home safely--should she put apricots in box and send them by stage? Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 June 16.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Fears [Ann] has had another bilious attack--neighborhood has been very social--old Tracey has left people in vicinity in the lurch, and they are not longer fond of him--Mary [the baby] has been very ill--she looks much like their departed [sister] Polly--other children well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Geo Town June 29,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Revenue inspectors form (July 8, 1795) Providence, R.I., No. 1133, Ship George Washington. \"I certify, that Brown and Francis have imported according to the Law, in the Ship George Washington from Canton, One Chest of Tea, marked as per Margin.\" Signed William Barton, Inspector of the Revenue.","A.L.S. 1 page. Studley, Hanover County, VA. Mentions Fanny's approaching marriage to [Tobias] Lear -- invites them to come to Studley to visit -- [Mrs. Lyons was Fanny's aunt. She was married to Judge Peter Lyons, and the sister of Col. Burwell Bassett]. Autograph letter signed, docketed by F. Washington, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Lyons.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] July 12.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Much obliged for her present--thank Mamma [Christian Blackburn] for tamarinds--glad [Mamma] is going to Bath for health--little Mary [Craufurd] very ill and emaciated--will dry peaches for her--afraid Mamma didn't like her cherries for she gave them away. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. [Ann's] letter relieved her of anxieties over parent [Christian Blackburn]--[Mary] much improved; thinks she will live--glad to hear her Brother [Richard] and Sister Judith are coming to visit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked by hand \"Aug. 7,\" directed by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1795 Aug. [7]?","A.N.S. 1 page. Richmond City. Requesting payment of debt to James Beckwith in the settlement of Arthur Lee's estate. With executor's note of acceptance, signed by Wm. Aug. Washington and Corbin Washington, Aug. 24, 1795.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).","A.D.S. 1 page. Received £475.10.1 for President, specifying how much was received in bank notes, French crowns, silver coin, and gold coin. [This is for rents collected by Lewis for Washington; see letter of same date, Robert Lewis to George Washington.] Autograph document signed, docketed by R. Lewis.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood Park. Can't be at Rippon Lodge until Oct. 10th--expects [Ann] to spend next summer with them [at Greenwood]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Sept. 30,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Unable to come to Rippon Lodge right away--will wait and come down with Sally [Sarah Craufurd]--sends Judy the things she wants; fears her health will be no better til after delivery. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (obscured). Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Arrived here after horrid ride by Stage--everyone here well--Brother [Richard Scott Blackburn] expected tomorrow--his youngest christened Judith Ball--will send patterns  and padlock by first opportunity--papa [Thos. Blackburn] never received books [Ann] sent him. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. News of death of Judy Blackburn [wife of Richard S.]--she was delivered ten days ago of twins--one is dead--break news to Nancy [Ann Washington] and Sally [Sarah Craufurd] as gently as possible--he has disguised [his hand writing] on direction as well as he could. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Dumf. 22th Oct.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington. -Mr. Philips, a gentleman from England, wants to see the seat at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should show him attentions and activities. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Announces Juda's [Judith Blackburn] death--one of her infants died before her--her dying request that Nancy [Ann] take Jenny--children well--[Thomas Blackburn] still lame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] Oct. 25.","Account book, A.D.S. 9 pages. \"Account of Toll Grain Received at Mill Brook mill ...\" An account of wheat, corn, rye, and buckwheat received. On cover: \"Betty Lewis Mill Brook 2d Apriel 1796.\" Autograph document signed, bound.","A.L.S. 1 page. Oaks. Will leave tomorrow morning--entreats her to keep up her spirits and follow Dr. Horner's advice. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joseph, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. [Nath.] Craufurd arrived and gave news of them--have Dr. McClurg's advice for Tommy's [T. Blackburn, Jr.] illness and charge it to him--try to keep Tommy in good company--his leg grows worse, will keep him from visiting them this fall or winter--books she sent him by Smocks stage didn't arrive--compliments to \"the elder Mrs. Washn.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Glad her health improves--enquired about books she sent him by stage but can learn nothing--her brother will give her news of their present situation. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge encloses is $55. to pay duty on a pipe of wine for the President -- asks to be informed when this letter arrives safely. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, in a later hand \"from GW's secy paying for wine,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","Manuscript copy. D. 3 pages. Washington leaves his wife, Frances (Fanny Bassett), 1/4 of his plantation and stock. To son George Fayette, part of a tract in Berkeley County; 1000 acres of land \"situated in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia line on the Ohio River;\" and his gold watch. To son Charles Augustine, the remaining land in Berkeley Co. and 1000 acres of the above land on Ohio River. To daughter [Anna] Maria, 666 2/3 acres of the Ohio River land, a lot in Alexandria, 4 lots in Fredericksburg, and 2 male slaves (Gabriel and Frederick). All 3 children receive 1/4 of GAW's plantation, stock, etc. Other bequests 10 pounds annually to be paid \"to my Negro Charles\" and frees Charles at Frances' death or remarriage. To \"my young friend George W.P. Custis my silver hilted Sword.\" To George Washington: \"I return the golden headed cane which I received from him. I request him to accept of my grey riding Horse and new saddle and bridle as the last testimonial of my most grateful and affectionate regard for him.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795]. Witnesses: J. Dandridge, Burwell Bassett, C.P. Lyons, M.W. Dandridge.","A.L.S. 1 page. Eleanor Custis regrets that she was not at home when Mrs. Wolcott came. She relates that her grandmother [Martha Washington] gave her the present and the lock of hair. She expresses her thanks for them and extends her wishes for the happiness of the Wolcotts. Date on catalog card is c. 1795.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Glad she and Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] health is good--he himself is better but feels his constitution declining--thanks for their attention to Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]; hopes their watchful eye has put end to his disapation--never received Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] letter--sorry venison was bad--Fowler Wood has left, and they don't get even a duck--will send for Kitty [in Md.] when weather permits. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Jan. 12.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Inquires what money is necessary for Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.'s] expenses--Tommy wrote Nancy [Ann Washington] had loaned him money--encloses 2 notes on Alexa. bank--inform him if he receives money--Kitty [Blackburn] just returned from Maryland. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"postpaid\" in Blackburn's hand, postmarked \"[ ] Jan. [ ],\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with integral address panel. Saw Hill. Apologizes for not answering his letter sooner and gives explanation. Discusses sale of land versus keeping it. Discusses his opinion on the Vindication of Edmund Randolph, George Washington, and his administration.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes that Washington will not lease forever his lot in Alexandria, and will sell only for high cash price -- suggests Summers should make his best offer for it, and President will consider it. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. D.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. President will not dispose of advertised lands until September -- but he will receive offers now altogether or separately. Autograph document signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, fragment of G.W.'s watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","L. 1 page. President Washington has instructed Dandridge (his secretary) to inform the Secretary of War that he agrees with the ideas of the enclosed papers. [There is no knowledge what was in those papers]. Also recommendation for troop movement. Letter, unsigned, on GW watermark paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Whitehall. Says Americans \"cruelly persecuted many worthy and respectable men\" during the war, but \"that is now past.\" Offers best wishes for his happiness in America, and that \"it may long enjoy the benefits of the Presidency of Washington, whose great character and virtues alone could have preserved order in an infant state, composed of such heterogenous and ungovernable radicals.\" Discusses war with France and other international affairs.","Diary. A.D. 53 pages, including backs of covers. No longer bound together. Mostly a day by day of happenings on his plantations--crops, sales of fish, plowing, burning brush, clearing ground, etc.--trip to Mt. Vernon with [Rental] money for G.W., and expenses along way--at Mount Vernon \"flattered [Wm.] Pearce [manager] extremely with his good management.\"--visits of relatives and friends--prices paid for various goods--fishing--payment of accounts for the president--elections at court house--\"Visited Mrs. Haney who lays ill, and wrote her Will agreeable to her request...\" [distant kinswoman of G.W.'s - see letter dated June 26, 1796, Writings, XXXV, 99]--death and burial of Mrs. Haney--news of the Jay treaty--collecting [rents] and paying debts for G.W.--birth of a daughter June 18 and death a month later--detailed bargain with Mr. Fisher \"to new Iron\" a wagon--July 6, \"Gave the negroes a holliday.\" Autograph document, bound volume, first pages of book torn out. Date on original catalog card appears [1796][Mar.]28-July 18.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hannah writes to her son about his sister's poor health, plans to see him in Dumfries, also writes about other family members - his brother, wife and their youngest child. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bloomsbury Square. Congratulations to his brother on his recent marriage to Eliza Parke Custis. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Autograph letter signed with address panel. Richmond. Marshall writes to Lee about the sale of property and slaves and the suicide of lawyer Alexander Campbell, who was due to appear in Philadelphia for the Hunter v. Fairfax case. Marshall suggests going to Mount Vernon on Tuesday, where President George Washington was at home visiting.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Petersburg, West Hill. Bolling discusses their approaching marriage in courtly terms (\"When I reflect that I am favored by you with a partiality ....\") -- Jack Stith, who is delivering the letter to Sarah, was refused in his amour with Miss Tabb -- Bolling sends Sarah a \"Pocket Book\" as a gift and \"small proof of my unceasing attention to you\" and mentions several of \"Sisters Stith\". The couple was married in August 1796 -- Sarah was a daughter of Laurence Washington of Digby on Chotank Creek, distantly related to George Washington -- this Laurence is mentioned in Washington's will as a friend and acquaintance \"of my Juvenile years.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"favoured by Mr. Stith.\"","Pencil sketch of George Washington by Benjamin Henry Latrobe cut from a sketchbook. Note with sketch reads \"Sketch of Genl. Washington stolen at Mount Vernon while he was looking to discover a distant vessel in the Potomac in which he expected some of his friends from Alexandria. taken from a sketch book of my father's, date 1796.\" Letter of provenance accompanying sketch says the inscription was written by Julia Latrobe who gave it to her grand-nephew Latrobe Weston. (Letter A-1104).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Haywood. Requests final statements on his executorship accounts for the estates of Dr. Lee and Colo. R[ichard] H[enry] Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A balance sheet showing debits and credits of W.A.W. ... Nicholas Muse, James Park, Richard Henry Lee's estate, Henry W-n are names appearing on debit side ... Muse, Sanford, appear on credit side ...See also 1796-1797 W.A.W. in account with same firm.","D.S. 1 page. An entirely manuscript check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria, to John Thomas (Tommas) or bearer for $200. Signed by \"William Pearce for George Washington, Esqr.\" Document signed, fragment, canceled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. -introduction of Mr. Potts, a gentleman lately from England-wants to visit the Seat of the President--the residence of the man whose fame all Europe acknowledge-any civilities shown him and Mr. Milburn (his companion) will pleasing and acknowledged. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Alexandria, to Hannah Washington in Bushfield. Corbin writes to his mother about business affairs, travel, and the health of his family.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointment of Henry Lee, by William Augustine Washington, to receive monies owed from the State of Maryland. Witnessed by William Rice.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria.  With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with \"Law and politicks\" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 4 pages. An inventory of the estate of George Augustine Washington including a list of \"Stock and Utensils on his Farm in Fairfax County\" appraised and to be divided equally between Washington's wife, Fanny Bassett, and children, Charles Augustine, George Fayette and Anna Maria. Also, a list of books and the \"disposition of Major Washington's Estate agreeably to his Will.\"","Printed broadside. \"Good farm\" land for sale in County of Rutherford, District of Morgan, state of North Carolina. Describes the climate, what is being grown now, the inhabitants, the wood, the roads, mills. The Broad River flows into the center of the county and can be used for navigation. Thought to relate to Washington's estate.","A.D. 1 page. Account for taxes on land. Autograph document, burned fragment only, laminated. On reverse is receipt signed by John Sheppard, dated April 11, 1798, for full amount.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Henderson, Ferguson and Gibson. Balance sheet ... Nicholas Muse, Henry W-n, Richard Henry Lee estate, John Ashton, James Park on debit side, John, Nicholas and James Muse, Patrick Sanford on credit side ...","A.N.S. 1 page. \"Received 20th January 1797 from Mrs. Betty Lewis 1 Green Hide... 19/3 for G. Heiskell.\"","D.S. 1 page. Account with Patrick Callahan as miller for G.W. Includes herring, flour, beef, etc. supplied by G.W. and cash paid him as part of his hire as miller - £52.8.0 balances out.","Receipt. A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $30. on account of \"my hire\" [as miller for G.W.] Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 379, 1797 Feby. 17th Patrick Callahan for £9. to acc. of his hire.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes at Washington's direction, returning any testimonials and letters which had been presented to the President in Barton's behalf. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, G.W.'s watermark. Name on original catalog card appears as \"B. D.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to advancing pay and money owed to John Kelly for work. Signed by Thomas Kennedy with return note signed by J. Gilpin.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to pay for Jack Ridgeway. Signed by Thomas Kennedy. Reverse side note records pay to Ridgeway.","A.N.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Potomac River Company. Note to pay James Montgomery, signed by John Templeman. Reverse side note says payment was received, Alexandria, April 28, 1797.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--\"She is the picture of two beloved angels\"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] April 1797\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Note to pay William Mills. Signed by John Templeman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for two pounds for knitting seine twine into a centre for a Seine. Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 381\", Rect. 7 April 1797 [L?] Caywood for Kniting a Siene £2.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Matildaville. Potomac River Company.  Note to pay William Compton. Signed by Frederick Laffler (?) and John Templeman. Reverse note shows paid in full on May 15, 1797.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Itemized list for receipt of payment. Joseph Gilpin, William Hartshorne.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Receipt for payment to John Leary for three barrels beef and three barrels pork. Payment received from Thomas Kennedy. Signed with mark of John Leary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Two [slaves] have run away, one breaking down a door where he was confined--ring leader is Bill who is influenced by his mother--hopes she and papa [who evidently owns the mother] won't let her off this time for \"I believe she has a desire to ruin us if she possibly can\"--requests Papa's [T. Blackburn] help in bringing them back, for it ruins them, losing them at this busy time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $17.06. Autograph document signed, laminated, No. 387 endorsed receipt, badly faded.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. Relates to the settlement of the co-partnership account with Butler. Col. Washington is also concerned with a joint bond given to a Mr. William L. Lee.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Marlbro. Denies her last letter was cold, altho it had melancholy note--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will go down to [Alexandria] soon, and she herself plans to visit [Ann] too--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] will write; she looks badly, hopes smallpox will be of value to her delicate frame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Mr. Seton, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Frestel, the tutor of G.W. Lafayette, writes a friendly, affectionate letter on behalf of himself and George on eve of departure for France -- they send regards to her brother and grand parents. Autograph letter signed, written in French, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. Frestel.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £323.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed by John Sowers. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff Joseph Longacre as the result of a suit brought by Thomas Harrison, William Wilson and Co. Document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by John Sowers.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Reid must have been a client. Bushrod instructs him in the correct procedure for serving a decree on the defendants in an unidentified suit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, (Richmond Postal Mark).","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Account with Vowells for 22 1/2 bushels flaxseed delivered to them and received in exchange 26 3/4 bushels salt. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on back \"No. 48.\"","Printed and holograph document, signed. 1 page. Robert Lewis binds himself unto John and George Lewis\" ... to the Estate of Fielding Lewis deceased in the just and full sum of\" 498 pounds. However, if Robert Lewis pays 249 pounds by January 1, 1799, the bond is considered fulfilled. Note on verso: \"To a Negroe you sold in Stafford County belonging to/F[rom] Lewis's Estate.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to \"My dear friend\" and closes with greetings \"affectionately to Mrs. P.\" but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript \"Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?\" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings but that the letter was being written in his office. Autograph letter signed, docketed, in a later hand is \"Nephew and principal heir of Genl. Washington judge of the Supreme Court of the United States lately deceased,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 Jan. 10. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bond.  Fulton agrees to pay Mrs. Washington, widow of George Augustine Washington, thirty-five pounds \"... upon the first day of January next ensuing [1799] ... for the hire of a Negro Man named Reuben for one year ...\" Frances Bassett Washington (Lear) died in 1796 so it is unclear who this document is really intended for, or if the date is incorrect.","A.D. 2 pages. List by name and purchase price of twelve Negroes purchased by George Lewis (10), John Lewis (1) and C.[harles?] Carter (1). Note on verso reads: \"Mr. Ferrell will deliver you some bonds belonging the [Betty Lewis] Estate. The Receipts [ ] of the Estate in hands Mr. B. Parke [signed] J. Lewis.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed on back, marked \"No. 47\", laminated. A bill for one hogshead. Receipted by Thos. Vowell.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £12.7.6 for restuffing two sofas, repairing frames, castors. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Geo. Taylor and co.","Account. D.S. 1 and a quarter page. List of blacksmithing services provided by Grymes for Lewis. Total owed Grymes: £10, 11 shillings. Document, docketed.","Account. D. 1 page. Hansford, a blacksmith, lists services provided to Lewis, George Washington's nephew, who lived in the Fredericksburg area. Total owed Hansford: £1 17 shillings 1 pence. Document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood. Writes to ask Fitzgerald to consult with Edmund Lee over terms of James Thompson's proposals for buying wheat crop from William Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, \"Favrd by Mr. J. Thompson\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. A. Washington.\" [Fitzgerald was prominant merchant in Alexa. and formerly an aid to G.W. in Revolution].","A.L.S. 1 page. Discusses inclement weather, trying to get from Alexandria to Westmoreland, voyage, illness of unidentified person, possibly sister. Corbin Washington letter to brother Bushrod Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Account of Joseph Simpson's, bonds, notes, etc., some in favor of George Stovin. Autograph document, silked, docketed \"B. Taylor's acct.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1798 [May] 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield. Corbin writes his apologies for not writing more often and says that \"the circumstances of my family have shut me out from all information, and rendered me entirely dependant on my friends for now and then a gleam of light\" -- while professing to be apolitical, he recognizes that private happiness depends on proper functioning of \"the great public machine\" -- his wife recovers her health -- the Leeton family arrived in good health. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lee (?), integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 May 13.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £10.0.0 for house rent from Feb. 14-[May 14th] at £40 per annum. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington, watermark.","D. 1 page. Bill for £1.1.1/2 for 6 1/2 yds. of painted cloth. Document, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington \"J. Thompson pd. [ ] a charge of a fee for [ ]\" incomplete watermark.","Bond. A.D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £156.12.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed Griffin Taylor. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff George Noble as the result of a suit brought by Charles McThurston. Autograph document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by Griffin Taylor, incomplete watermark.","Letter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send \"the picture up, by the first opportunity.\" Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Nelly writes to McHenry about yellow fever in Philadelphia and the standard that she commissioned for a volunteer dragoon in Alexandria.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Couldn't write earlier because of Aunt Ballett's illness--gave Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] the bill which he will inclose to Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[letter] very faded and hard to decipher]. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 [Sept. 8 ?].","Manuscript copies of excerpts from two letters about the Quasi-War with France, supposedly provided to Alexander Hamilton circa September 1798. The first letter is from George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 9 September 1798. The second is from George Cabot to Timothy Pickering, 27 September 1798.","D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Denman and Co. in Philadelphia, makes this receipt for £57.18.9 received from Clement Biddle for blankets; signed by Matthew Kean for the maker, Denman and Co. The blankets were for Washington. Document signed, fragment, in hand of T. Lear.","Bill. D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. A receipted bill in the amount of $152.13 for a library bookcase for Gen. Washington and 282 feet of casing. Receipted by John Douglass. Document signed, in unknown hand.","Bill. D. 1 page. A receipted bill for $11.23 (or £ 11.23.0) for a picture frame 16 feet 4 inches -- made out to Clement Biddle \"for Genl. Washington\" by John McEllwee, and the receipt signed by John Rorke. Document, fragment, in hand of John Rorke. Date on original catalog card appears [1798] [Dec. 19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses $50 bill received, for tobacco, and requests him to pay her tax at court today--just paid Mr. B. Lee £10 for folder--this is last of her [money]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Mrs. H. Washington 1798,\" marked \"Hon'd by Mr. B. Lee,\" laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1798]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Praising their mutual friend, George Washington. In this letter, the Earl of Buchan mentions that his nephew, David Erskine, is travelling to America and plans to visit Mount Vernon. Integral cover.","L. 2 pages. Tayloe writes to Secretary of War James McHenry that he is honored by President's late appointment of him, but prefers to delay decision of acceptance -- he will pay personal respects to war office. Docketed 'Mount Vernon, 6th Feby. '99 from His Excy. Genl. Washington with my reply 22d. Feby.' Letter, a true copy, teste by Wm. Holburne, incomplete watermark (1794).","A business letter giving Webb information on sending the money he owes, Lawrence further expresses that he has taken Mrs. Webb's advice and had married Eleanor Parke Custis, stating his happiness with his wife.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Powel writes to say she paid James McAlpin's bill for Bushrods black satin robe -- she hopes Mrs. Anne Blackburn Washington's health has improved -- she is glad Bushrod was at the wedding of Nelly Custis and Lawrence Lewis, and says \"I was certain that when Mrs. Washington found the thing inevitable she would act with propriety, indeed from all I can learn she has every Reason to approve her Grand-Daughter's choice.\" -- Powel agrees with Bushrod on the deplorable state of the Southern roads, especially those of Maryland -- the elopement of Maria Bingham (a child of 15) with a French count was shocking -- shares news of Philadelphia people -- mentions \"your excellent Mother's\" sorrows [at death of Corbin Washington ?]. Autograph letter signed, retained copy, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. She and sister [Nancy] enjoy a weeks holiday--tries to progress in her lessons, begins French--mentions children [brothers] who send love to Aunt Nancy and Uncle Bushrod. Autograph letter signed, part of a cover laminated to letter, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha Point Pleasant. Recommends 6 men from this county as officers in the lately established army -- [included is a separate sheet docketed \"Thos. Lewis June 14, 1799, containing names of 6 men recommended by Lewis,\" in another hand]. See also 1799 June 14, W. H. Cavandish to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"June 14\" on a separate sheet (see below), laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha County. See 1799 June 13, Thomas Lewis to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Sends names of men who seek military commissions ...","Check from the Bank of the United States. Signed by John Nicholson paid to Mr. James Andrews or Bearer, Amount $944.15. Mr. Nicholson was one of the founders of the bank.","Purchase note. A Ninety Day Sight Note issued by Charles Alders' Co., Madeira, on September 20, 1799, to William T. Smith of Philadelphia for £84 British Sterling, directed to Tobias Lear on the account of George Washington on Nov. 14, 1799 and the amount recorded in his cash memoranda book of the same day.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Lear writes this follow up letter because no answers were received to earlier letters ordering 2 pipes of wine -- does Pintard have any in this country? -- if so, send some immediately as the General's wine supply is depleted and Washington only wants wine of superior quality. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, enclosed in letter to Elias Boudinot, laminated, watarmark (1794). Not in Writings. [See draft of letter to Elias Boudinot, same date, on reverse of this letter].","A.L.S.  1 page. Greenwood. Looks forward to receiving her for a visit--sorry for Mamma [Christian Blackburn] having so much to fatigue her at her time of life. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joe, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Account, Document signed, 1 page. Though it is now in two pieces, amount due Lear is $42.24. Signed by Lear as being correct.","A.L.S. 1 page. A Letter-account itemizing the amount due Lear for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. $234.39 is the amount totaled up. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Swan, P. M. General.\"","A.L.S. 1 page and A.N.S. 1 page.  Autograph letter signed, a receipt for the sum of $234.39 being the pay for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. Also in folder, note of receipt signed by Lear, \"Received of Caleb Swan PM Genl. The sum of two hundred and thirty four 39/100 dollars, being my pay...\"","A.L. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lear writes to Pintard that Mr. Alder from Madeira has sent 2 pipes of wine to General Washington, to be picked up in Philadelphia -- payment by draft has been made -- nevertheless, Washington will accept 1 pipe of Pintard's offered wine from his private store in this country, provided it is still of the best quality after being imported six years ago. Autograph letter, draft, docketed by Lear, watermarked. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Congratulations on her birthday--worried over Mr. Washington's cough--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] has left--her little boys, David, Bushrod and George--Mr. Magruder's failure for 500,000 dollars--Major De Butts sails for Italy--received books from her and will take good care of them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover with several messages written on the cover, laminated, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Cordial letter of acknowledgment for two pipes of Madeira wine which had just arrived. Expresses Mrs. Washington's appreciation for a gift of two boxes of citron.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Impending death of George Washington--\"I think he cannot survive through the night\"--come and bring Mrs. Law if possible--Dr. Craik, Dr. Dick, and Dr. Brown are here.","Letter from Tobias Lear to Burgess Ball, December 15, 1799 informing him of Washington's death.","Funeral Announcement. D. 1 page. 'The Remains of General Washington [will be de]posited in the family Vault, at mount Ve[rnon on Wed]nesday the 18th instant, at twelve O'Clock. Should the weather be unfa[vorable on Wed]nesday, - the Funeral will take place [Thursday] at the same hour.' Watermarked - Holograph in the hand of Albin Rawlins.","Bill to the estate of George Washington. 2 boxes of Mould Candles 104 nett, for a total charge of £7.19.0. Mackenzie signed the bill as having received payment in full on May 24, 1800.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Announces death of George Washington--description of G.W.'s last days and hours and his death--\" ... he could scarcely speak and breathed with difficulty, his complaint being an inflamatory sore throat, usually called the Quincy.\"--Drs. Craik, Dick and Brown sent for--\" ... between ten and eleven o'clock at night, he resigned his breath into the hand that gave it.\"--\" ... not a groan or a complaint escaped him.-with the most perfect resignation, and in full possession of his reason to the last moment he gave up his life.\"--\"He was fully sensible of his approaching dissolution for some time before we could persuade ourselves but that there was a hope left and he frequently told the Physicians that their efforts would be in vain ... As often as he could speak he would mention to me something which he wished to have done. And his last words, about a quarter of an hour before he died, were to me thus - 'My dear Friend I am just about to change this Scene, my breath can continue but a few moments, You will have me decently interred, and do not let my body be put into the Tomb in less than two days after my death.' He there feld his own pulse ceased ...\"--Mrs. W's fortitude--\" ... she yields not to that grief, which would be softened by tears.\"--saw his children about 6 weeks ago--\"I beg that no part of it [the letter] therefore may be published; for I presume that everything which relates to this afflicting event will be eagarly sought after by the public.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark. Mary Stilson Lear was the mother of Tobias Lear.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Charles Cotesworth Pinckney writes from Harper's Ferry three days after George Washington's death offering his condolences for this \"irreparable loss\" to Tobias Lear at Mount Vernon, Martha Washington, and Nelly Parke Custis Lewis.","On May 3, 1800, Keith Smith received the amount above after appearing and proving the statement before George Taylor. \"To making 1 suit cloathes (black) for John Anderson £1.16.0.","Bill. For 40 pounds of pound cake at 3/6 for a total of £7.0.0. One basket which contained the cake to be returned to Judy Edick. George Edick signed the account on March 28, 1800, as having received payment from Jim Anderson (likely James Anderson).","Orders for the funeral of George Washington. Manuscript copy, 4 pages. Signed by the Adjutant General, William North. \"Major General Hamilton has received through the Secretary of War the following order, From the President of the United States.\" Ordered December 21, 1799, Philadelphia. Signed December 24, 1799 in the Adjutant General's office.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Craufurd bewails the recent death of George Washington -- \"it haunts my slumbers and in the day I can think of nothing else\" -- wishes to write Sister Nancy [Ann Blackburn Washington] -- poor Bushrod Washington, his uncle first and \"I suppose next his Brother [Corbin] will fall victims to the unrelenting hand of death.\" -- speaks of Mr. Craufurd's illness and other family matters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed in a later hand \"Death of Gen. Washington mentioned,\" Ms. badly torn and disintegrated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Herbert.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Long before they can reach you, your heart and the hearts of your fellow citizens will be made sorrowful by the suffering and melancholly of the death of one excellent fellow citizen Gen. Washington ...\" Autograph letter signed, black seal, docketed.","Bill. For making suits with buttons for Mr. Lear, Mr. George Rawlins [sic] Mr. Sims and Mr. Wilson. Also for making a pair of breeches for Mr. Dowdal. Total charges came too £7.18.3.","Bill. A.D.S. 3 pages. Addressed to James Anderson. Bill for mourning suits made for family and servants to wear when around the Mansion. Noted with monies received. Misnumbered on the top right corner as 'MS-2350,' corrected in the catalog book to MS-3050.","D. 1 page. For rendering funeral honors to the deceased General Washington. Appears over names of J.M. Hughes, Ebenezer Stevens, Jacob Morton, James Farlie, John Stagg junr. (Committee of Arrangement). Printed document, mounted on cardboard.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter mentioned \"We have had great to do in the city occasioned by the death of General Washington. I send you a newspaper wherein you may read the procession which may be of some gratification to you,\" ... with integral address leaf, Philadelphia postmark.","Manuscript eulogy. A.D.S. 16 pages. Docketed: \"Eulogy on Washington delivered in Medway [Massachusettes] D. 1799 by Dr. Abigah Richardson.\"","A.D. 11 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account of moneys received and expended from G.W.'s death to 1802, including am't of cash in house at G.W.'s death, amt. pd. doctors, money spent for cake at G.W.'s funeral, expenses on his houses in Washington, taxes, payment of legacies, building vault, for whiskey furnished at sale at Mount Vernon; money received from purchases at sales was main income during the period. Autograph document, copy, docketed, in hand of L. Lewis, laminated. Certified by Alexander Moore, Court Commissioner of Fairfax County, Va.","Executor's inventory, original. 51 pages. Listing and appraisal of everything at Mt. Vernon by rooms, including books in library and contents of outbuildings--also livestock, tools, farm equipment, etc. on each farm--negroes--Appraisal sworn to by Thomson Mason, Tobias Lear, Thomas Peter and Wm. H. Foote. Bound volume, 6 blank pages, docketed \"Inventory and Appraisement of the estate of Genl. Geo. Washington - 1810 Augt. Returned and ordered to be recorded,\" silked. Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1800]. Ordered and recorded on August 20, 1810 teste Wm. [Moss ?]. [See under same date a draft of this same inventory].","Inventory, draft. A.D. 64 pages. Inventory by room of articles at Mount Vernon, with appraised values -- includes contents of mansion house, kitchen, office, storehouse, washhouse, gardeners house, salt house, black smith shop, etc. -- also inventory of livestock, and farm equipment on each of the farms, the distillery, mill -- on the mansion house farm, inventory of articles in barn, greenhouse, lost, fish house, etc., paint cellar -- lists of gardeners tools, linen, etc., and plated ware, etc. -- list of books and pamphlets in library by case, with some marked \"Taken by B[ushrod] Washington\" and \"Mrs. Lewis's property,\" \"taken by G. Washington\", and \"To Mrs. Washington,\" -- maps, charts, etc. -- includes number of Negroes owned by George Washington in his own right, \"which Mrs. Washington intending to liberate at the end of the present year, can only be valued for the service of the working negroes for one year.\" Autograph document, draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"An Inventory etc. of Articles at Mount Vernon with their appraised value, annexed.\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1800?], but an entry on page 59 enumerates the slave population \"which Mrs. Washington [is] intending to liberate at the end of the present year.\" Since she signed a deed of manumission for her deceased husband's slaves in December 1800, the date of this estate inventory would seem to be 1800.","Document, printed and sold by Graupner of Boston. Sheet music. \"The Battle of Prague favorite Sonata forte with Accompanyments. G. Washington President of The United States.\"","Patriotic songbook. 30 pages. Bound manuscript, handwritten by Maria Dickinson. Volume contains patriotic songs (handwritten) mentioning Washington and the American Revolution.","Two sketches shows pyramid-like structure surmounted by statue, and inscription below. Date on original catalog card appears [1800 ?]. On a separate page is a proposed inscription in Latin on reverse of cover. Watermark (crown over armed figure), 3 pages.","Printed copy of GW's will. Signed by Lawrence Lewis.","Bill, Clerk of Fairfax to the Executors of GW's will. First charge recorded in January is for \"Recording the Will\" for $4.55. Various other fees are itemized as docketing, attorney's fees, and charges for copies of various declarations. Total bill signed by Mr. Deneale, Clerk, came to $12.96.","One bound volume, 23 pages. Executor's account of sales, meetings of legatees, etc. -- contains the following: Mar. 5, 1800, list of those who purchased horses and jacks from estate with amounts paid; Oct. 15, 1800: list of sales of cattle, milk cows and oxen from estate with amount paid; undated (see card 4, June 7, 1803): list of lot sales in Washington City; James River Shares, Ashby's Bend land, tract in Frederick, Aris's land lots in Bath, Bullskin land, Chattins run etc. with name of purchaser and price per acre; Nov. 12, 1801: Sale of cows, bulls, steers, jacks and jennets, sheep with list of purchaser and amount; July 25, 1802: private sale with account of personal items belonging to G.W., purchaser, and price paid, purchasers here are legatees and deduct purchase price from estate due them, total amount $1882.50; July 21, 1802: \"Payable in Six Months/Sale at Mt. Vernon\" list of purchaser and amount, nothing listed to tell what is sold, total $8340.75, probably the result of meeting of July 19; July 19, 1802: dated Alexandria, an account of a meeting of legatees and executors of G.W.'s estate and agreements made as follows: 1. majority opinion of legatees present govern whole. -- 2. not contest validity of will as to property out of state. -- 3. carriages, horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs and personal estate except stock and bonds to be sold by executors. -- 4. lands on Kanawha and Ohio be divided and rest of land be sold by executors, NW territory and Kentucky lands to be sold. -- 5. stock of U.S., bank stock, Potomac and James River shares to be divided except one share in Potomac Co. sold. -- 6. agree to sale of James River shares and nine shares of Columbia bank stock; June 7, 1803: \"Account of Sales at Alexa. June 7th 1803 of property, belonging to the Estate of Genl. Washn.\" Charles County land, lots in Alexandria here follows list of other land sold as listed on card one undated (this document was bound incorrectly and has not been detached and the sheets in correct order).","Bill, A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for advertising sale of jacks and jennies at Mount Vernon dated Feb. 14, 1800; and for advertising sundries the estate of Mrs. Washington dated June 27, 1802. Receipted for £1.12. by T. Green. Docketed 14 February 1800. Autograph document signed, in hand of Green, docketed, laminated, watermark.","A manuscript book that contains 12 Masonic songs mostly associated with New England (lyrics only). Also includes poems or songs on George Washington and his death. Northampton, Massachusetts.","Tobias Lear's copy of an explanatory letter from him to John Adams in which he elaborated on Martha Washington's December 31, 1799 letter he wrote on behalf of her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. S. Lyman writes that Doctor James Craik \"wrote a Gentleman in this City, that the General [Washington], with his own Fingers, closed his own Eyes in Death -- this circumstance is a little remarkable, and it showed that he had his reason, and a spirit of resignation ... such was the Death of this great man....\"","D.S. 1 page. Copy of account dated Jan. 8, 1800, \"For Sundries for the Funeral Procession, in honor of the late Commander in Chief Gen. Washington. Use of a Pall ... $5 / Two Black Cloaks ... 2 / Bier ... 2 / 9 dollars [total].\" On Feb. 20, 1800, Haigh acknowledges receipt of payment in Pittsburgh for his expenses at the mock procession. Document signed, docketed.","The House and Senate of Massachusetts express opinions on how General George Washington should properly be commemorated by the public.","Order submitted by John Read and accepted in Massachusetts Senate and followed by the House to accept resolution to wear crepe on left arm in Commemoration of G. Washington's death.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. A bill from Paton and Butcher in the amount of £2.6.[7] for leather and shoe thread. (Date from earlier library cataloging; item was microfilmed as an 1808 item.) Document, fragment, docketed by B. Washington, charred by fire, silked.","Bill. Decr 25th \"To a mah[ogan]y Coffin with silver plate engraved, furnished with lace, handles and a coverd case with lifters $ 88.\" \"To sundry charges $11.25.\" For a total bill of $99.25. Particular charges were for \"Hire of the Cochee,\" \"Hire of the Bier\" and the \"Hire of a Horse.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The writers request answers to several specific questions about their role as executors of Washington's will -- they require Simms's professional advice because Judge Bushrod Washington (another executor) hasn't arrived yet. Autograph letter signed, in hand of George S. Washington (?,) laminated, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Simms answers questions put by them [see letter of Jan. 20, 1800] as executors of George Washington's estate -- among other things, he assures them they can dispose of personal property and wheat at private sales, but an account must be kept of articles disposed of in this way, and must be included in the estate inventory. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ch. Simms.\"","Bill. D. 1 page. Bill for 1 coopers-axe 6/6. Document, fragment, endorsed on back, laminated.","A.D. 1 page. Draft Committee Resolution, \"The Committee appointed to consider and report what public measures are proper to be adopted by this Legisature to commemorate the virtues of General Washington...\" Two resolutions, the 1st crossed out pertaining to a monument or statue to be erected. The 2nd resolution concerns printed copies of a Proclamation.","A.D.S. 2 pages.  Committee resolution or recommendation to the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They have appointed Fisher Ames to delivera n oration on the \"sublime virtues of Gen. George Washinton before the Lieut. Governor, the Council and the tow branches of the General Court;\" signed by Moses Gill, Samuel Phillips, and the Speaker of the House. Also assigns John Coffin Jones and Jonathan Mason to a committee to make such arrangements for a public exercise assigned for the 8th of February. Concurred and signed.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside. Funeral procession arrangements, Haverhill, Massachusetts. \"Arrangements to be observed On the 22nd day of February next, agreeably to the proclamation of the President of the United States, For Paying a Public Tribute of Respect to the Memory of our beloved General George Washington, late deceased.\" A eulogy will be given at Reverend Abiel Abbot's Meeting House. The broadside includes an order of procession and instructions to the inhabitants of Haverhill on proper mourning wear.","A.L. 4 pages. Dryburgh Abbey. A letter on slavery and the life and character of GW; mentions Lear, Franklin and Adams. Autograph letter, incomplete.","A bill for 11 items which came to a total of £22.18.9. A particular item is recorded for \"Leading a Coffin\" which came to £14.10.0. Alexander Smith documented Mr. Munn's receipt of payment in Alexandria on May 14, 1800.","A.D.S. 1 page. House and Senate of Massachusetts committee order to request a copy of Fisher Ames' oration for printing.","Draft of MS-5754. Committee of Massachusetts House of Representatives requests Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. in oration.","Order from committee to request Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. during his oration.","A bill for one shroud which came to $6 and one pall cloth $6, for a total of $12. On verso Michael Gretter (or Gutten?) signed the bill as having received payment.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Send copy of GW's will and also \"The box made of the oak that sheltered the Great Sir William Wallace ...\"  At bottom of letter is note from Buchan, dated Aug. 16, 1800, bequeathing box to \"Washington's University in Columbia.\" Autograph letter signed, in hand of [Bushrod Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, \"This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Herbert.\"","A.D. 1 page.  Medfield [memorial] Procession to Washington. \"The Committee of arrangments [sic] recommend the following order of Procession for the 22nd Instant provided the weather and walking tbe good. Viz-\" also, \"It is expected that every person will wear a crape or ribband on th eleft arm. Soldiers just above the cuff and citizens just above the Elbow.\"","Commonwealth of Massachusetts order that members of house and senate shall distribute to clergy and to libraries Fisher Ames' oration.","Bound, manuscript copy of an oration, written by Royall Tyler, Esq., pronounced at Bennington, Vermont on February 22, 1800 in commemoration of the death of General Washington. Copy signed Mary R. Nowland AD 1812. Inside volume cover (back and front) reads \"Miss Mary R. Nowland July 3rd 1823.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Regarding a survey plat.  Date on original catalog card appears 1800 (?) Feb. 27.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill and receipt. Samuel Washington receives 175 dollars from Custis in return for \"A Sorrel Horse ... about sixteen hands high; but five years old, warranted sound and free from blemish ...\" If Custis finds the horse to be \"unsound\" within thirty days, Washington agrees to return the total sum. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and Lawrence Lewis.","Items listed are black crepe, hat looping, material for making two palls, 6 dozen flints, 1 cask powder weighing 114 pounds as received from the arsenal. Total bill was $40.08.","D.S. 3 pages. Two evaluations, one dated Ap. 26 signed by William Dandridge and Thomas Dew, the other dated May 13 and signed by Jos. Foster and [W.] H. Macon. Both at request of Lewis and Doct. [David] Stuart. Statement signed by Wm. King that the property herein valued belongs jointly to Mr. Custis [G.W.P.] and Mr. [Lawr.] Lewis. The property being valued consists of 2 slaves and several horses. Document signed, endorsed \"Valuation of Mr. Lewis's Property in New Kent,\" mounted, watermark.","Letter, 3 pages. London. Contains Wests comments on proposed reinterment of George Washington in the Federal city and monument to be raised to him -- recommends triangle or pyramid as most durable monument -- should be in prominent place, planted with trees -- monuments should be hollow -- rotunda, and brass pedestrian statue of Washington -- work to be of \"monumental simplicity\" -- 4 doors and stone coffin. Letter, marked \"Copy of a letter from one West=the celebrated American artist in London to Rufus King, Esq. our Minister at that Court on the subject of a \"Monument\" to be erected to the memory of that illustrious citizen - George Washington, was obligingly handed us by a gentleman for publication - From Gazette of the United States and Daily Advertizer, Dec. 22, 1800\". [Appended is a copy of \"A Resolution of the Old Congress,\" describing the type of monument to be erected to Washington.]","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Concerning the collection of funds due George Washington's estate in Philadelphia. \"What ever money you may receive please credit the Estate of Genl. Washington with it as also any money that may be paid you by Judge Bushrod Washington, a statement of which please forward me at this place.\"  Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 1 page. \"On motion of David Stuart ordered that Tobias Lear, Adm. of the Estate of Geo. A. Washington deceased by summoned to appear at the next Court and give Counter Security or Deliver up all and Singular the decendents Estate.\" This copy signed by George Deneale, Clerk.","D.S. 6 pages. Account copy of \"The Estate of George A. Washington in acct. with Tobias Lear, Administrator.\" An acct. of GAW's estate transactions as kept by Lear. Also included are copies of court documents ordering debts to be paid to the estate (dated Jan. 1801); acknowledgement of examination of the acct. (dated April 14, 1801); and an order for the acct. to be recorded (dated April 21, 1801). Document signed, on George Washington's water mark paper.","D. 1 page. Bail Bond of George Steptoe Washington for $200. Dated 1801 April 6, and docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson. Document, docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson, laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"I hereby relinquish the Administration of the Estate of the late George Augustine Washington and agreeably to an order of the Court of Fairfax County, and deliver up all and Singular the Decendents Estate which has come to my hand as Admr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To the Justice of the court of Fairfax County. Further explains his resignation as the administrator of George A. Washington's estate. Turned papers and bonds over to Burwell Bassett who is ready to become the new administrator. Docketed on reverse. Torn corner.","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, mounted, watermark (1794), with part of cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Encloses note for $875. for discount at the bank, and intends to present the necessary draft on Monday next.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lewis gives the account with Blagden as it now stands, taken from papers of Dr. Thornton's -- £26.8.11 1/2 Maryland money is still due him -- Lewis asks Blagden to send authenticated vouchers for repayment of moneys expended so that the late General Washingtons heirs will be see the justification for the expense. Autograph letter signed, endorsed by Lewis, 2 p. covered with figures, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","Estate documents, 10 documents.","Memoranda of payments made, etc. by L[awrence]? Lewis as executor of estate--includes $1000 for hire of a vessel the \"Hene. and Patsey\"--also, 2 orders given to Thos. Peter on Samuel Hamilton, W-1250/B; ","Account, rec'd of N. Lee on account of Sheppard Pd. cash for negroes, etc., W-1250/C; ","Account, Includes $500.00 \"By cash of A. McLean,\" and $100 \"By costs recovered on Tomlinson's case,\" W-1250/D; ","Account, notes due with interest, W1250/E; ","Account, Lawrence Lewis with estate, Debit and credit of $16,037.30 -- including \"By balance due me as Executor -- $1,0872.69\" and \"By this sum due me as creditor legatee $5,138.61.\" etc., W-1250/F; ","Account, Mathew Ranson in account with executors, record of payment due with interest, etc., W-1250/H; ","Sums credited to estate, Amt. received and amts. not received [for purchases at sales], W-1250/I; ","Purchasers at private sale of Washington estate including amounts of purchases of each individual, W-1250/J; ","Receipt, Peyton Drew to Robert Lewis, W-1250/?","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","Account, D. 1 1/4 pages. Ferneyhough lists various services he provides for Lewis, being work done on Lewis's chariot - its wheels, springs, boots, doors, etc. Docketed.","Account book, settlement of the estate of George Washington. A.D. 32 pages. Accounts of various people associated with the estate, including money for hire of negroes - \"Statement of the accounts of the several legatees for the purpose of explaining them.\" Autograph document, mostly in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated, watermarks, no cover, torn or clipped pages included.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Kent. Concerns a shipment of wheat ... no demand for wheat or corn ... cider here for Mrs. W-n; will send some to Norfolk at first opportunity ... Had to get a new cog wheel for the mill ... Richmond market full of meat of all kind; cattle and sheep still on my hands ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Stafford City, VA. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Concerning receipts for western lands.  Addressed to Col. Thomas Francis Worthington, at Chilicothe N.W. Territory.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fort Washington. Complains of dullness of \"this accursed Country\"--reference to someone whose gloomy countenance \"cannot bear the appearance of Happiness\"--longs to be with her and \"my dear Boy\" [Bushrod Blackburn ?,] but fears 2 years separation are necessary--expects to be dealt with by strict letter of the law--hasnt heard from Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]--would rather see him idle at Rippon Lodge than where he is. Autograph letter signed, cover fragment laminated to letter, directed \"Via Fredericksburg To [ ] X Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, \"I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ...\" Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rich Woods. Lawrence A. Washington proposes to Samuel Washington that he meet at Richwoods with Bushrod Washington to discuss debts extending from the estates of their fathers, Charles Washington and John Augustine Washington I, respectively. \"You will therefore, at once see the necessity of your ... attendance, to exonerate yourself, from as much of the weight of that business as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Reporting on the death of Martha Washington the day before. Suffering protracted fever, MW prepared for death \"with fortitude and resignation\"; gave advice to her grandchildren, took the sacrament and directed a chosen white gown be brought out. The funeral would be Tuesday (two days hence). Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rich Woods. Having received Bushrod's letter of April 2, 1802 re-settlement of his father's estate (John Augustine Washington), Lawrence Augustine feels \"...a perfect willingness to enter into a settlement of our business, with any Gentleman you may choose to designate for that purpose. And I can assure you, that every light I possess shall be thrown on the subject.\"","A.D. 19 pages. Final draft. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hands of Clement Biddle, notes due and paid--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are missing from here which appear, crossed off, on the first draft)--lists articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, etc. Autograph document, Final draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington, Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" final draft, watermark.","A.D. 20 pages. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hand of Clement Biddle, notes due and pd.--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are crossed off and do not appear in final draft)--articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, wash house, etc. Autograph document, Draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" 1st draft.","Docketed on verso \"$35 June 16, 1802\" and \"To building a Vault at Mount Vernon $35.00\" and \"Recd the above amount in full (signed) John M. Lightfoot.\"","Autograph document, 7 pages. In hand of Albin Rawlins, an account of articles sold at the July 21st sale on six months credit (See \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon Property\"). This appears to be a rough draft (made at the time of auction) of the list entered in this executors' account book -- Rawlins' list gives name of purchaser, item and price; sale of chariot and harness, coachee, horses, clover machine, sheep, bulls, cows, calves, steers, marquee, tents, saddles, canteen, tin machine, saws and other tools, malt mill, \"The Knight of Malta,\" reams of paper, wax, French horn, pump, locks, tool chest, hoes, sheet copper, old iron, rope, etc., copying press, yawl [an incomplete summary of the contents]. On last sheet are lists of names and figures, probably a scratch sheet. Autograph document, in hand of A. Rawlins, laminated. This doc. is NOT part of the \"Book of Sales of Mt. V. Prop.\" but a separate doc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Unable to buy any good furniture at sale [of Mrs. Washington's estate]--all worth having previously divided among legatees--George Washington Parke Custis's inheritance of wine--purchased one of four large paintings at sale, view of Great falls of Potomack. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy Letter to Colo. May.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.D. 16 pages. \"Rough estimate of the sales of the estate purchased by the Legatees in order to give an idea of their relative situation to each other and to them (?) who will be creditors and who debtors.\" Accounts of the following individuals: Bushrod Washington, Howell Lewis, Lawrence Lewis, Alexander Spotswood, G. W. P. Custis, Robt. Lewis, Wm. A. Washington, Col. Thomas Lee, Wm. Robinson, Samuel Washington, Mrs. Law, Geo. A. Washington heirs, Thornton Washington heirs, Thomas Peter, Charles Carter, G. S. Washington, Fielding Lewis, Nicholas Fitzhugh, Dr. Peyton, Lawrence A. Washington, Burdet Ashton, Andrew Parks, Corbin Washington heirs, John Thornton.","Bond. 1 page. Washington binds himself to Frey \"in the full and just sum of forty two pounds four Shillings and ten pence ...\" Two horses owned by Warner Washington (valued at 21 pounds 2 shillings five pence) are being held by Thomas Massir[?], sheriff of Frederick County as security. Printed and manuscript document, signed by Warner Washington.","A.D. 2 pages. John Hewitt, Register of Wills, Washington County, District of Columbia acknowledges that an \"authenticated copy of the last will and testament of George Washington deceased ...\" has been recorded. Administration of the will is \"hereby Granted and Committed unto ... George Steptoe Washington and Lawrence Lewis two of the executors by the said will appointed.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Green encloses his accounts against Lewis. Mar. 15, 1803 for advertising lands, June 29, 1802, advertising sale of sundries belonging to the estate of Martha Washington. Docketed by Lewis as \"Timothy Green's Ac. With the Estate of Genl. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L., $10.10 P. 86 5 March 1803.\" Laminated, watermark, postmarked.","A.D. 2 pages. Autograph document in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated. Probably a list of papers dealing with the settlement of the estate, numbered, and in many cases contain page numbers, memorianda or resolutions dealing with estate settlement.","Subject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.","Letter. 6 pages. Alexandria. A lengthy and detailed proposal for the equitable distribution of the Ohio-Kanawa lands. Expresses dissatisfaction with present plan of division. Requests another meeting of legatees at Dumfries; such a meeting however is opposed by legatees.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made \"to sell amongst ourselves\" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod [Bushrod, Jr., son of Wm. Augustine Washington]. Autograph letter signed, torn, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" [See also, \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon property,\" 1800-1802 which lists some of same in detail].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Lawrence writes that he has received Roberts letter and Winchester's order for $1818. -- it will be placed to Roberts account with executors of General Washington on account of Roberts purchase of a tract of land in Berkeley. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by R. Lewis (?), \"Letter from Lawce. Lewis on account of monies received for the Execrs. of Genl. Washington\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","Bill and receipt. 10 gilt arm chairs, $40. 12 Square back chairs, $22., these are docketed as Windsor chairs ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, received $10.00 for one apotheosis of Gen'l Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Returned yesterday from unpleasant excursion to find Kitty ill--glad to hear of Tommy's [Blackburn, Jr.] amendment--fever will prevent his riding to visit her--will wait for her visit and return with her. Autograph letter signed, fragment of integral cover, laminated, directed by Jerry. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R.S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the \"prevailing disorder\" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"George Col. Sept. 26,\" integral cover, laminated.","A.D. Autograph document, in hand of W.A. W-n, docketed on reverse by W. A. W-n, \"Memorandum of the Cloaths my Son George [Corbin] Washington carried with him to New England Novr. 28th 1803,\" and in another hand \"also Books from Rock Hill and Books carried Alexandria from Col. W. A. Washingtons Library 1806.\" Lists both summer and winter cloths in detail.","This account in Lawrence Lewis' hand is the money expended for food and clothing for slaves during period 1803-1809.  \"Acct. Free Negroes $1645.05.\"","Small, bound account book, A.D.S. 18 pages. Accounts of money received as interest of stock, as part of his claim to the estate of GW. Also, money received on like interest in behalf of Lucinda and Catherine D. Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\"","A.D. 1 page. Winchester. Bill for £10.4.0 for books, including Morse's Geography, Bailey's dictionary, Bealy's Meditations, Stauntons Embassys, Anarchises, and Ferguson's [Lectury ?]. Receipt of books acknowledged by Francis W[hiting] Washington for his father Warner Washington. Autograph document, in hand of John Beer (?), fragment, docketed \"Warner Washington.\"","Letter, Rosegill. He hopes the boxes of medicine arrived safely ... requests Col. W-n to pay the cost of the medicines to Dr. Jones. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Edinburgh to Ewing at the American Consulate. Conveying to the President (T.J.) the ceremonial oaken box which he had earlier presented to Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Ann Washington writes to assure Frobel that he will be able to get many pupils if he comes to Alexandria shortly -- several people have promised to send children to him, including Dr. Dick -- she wishes he could come soon -- Bushrod Washington will send his schooner to Richmond for Frobel if possible, though Col. Washingtons may get to Richmond sooner -- she wishes to see him an \"inmate\" at Mt. Vernon -- he will have at Mt. Vernon her 3 nieces and a nephew of her husband's who lives with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washn. City Feb. 13\", broken seal with arm, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with cover, addressed and wax seal. Eleanor \"Nelly\" Parke Custis Lewis writes to her friend reminiscing about her life. Engraving \"Mrs. Lawrence Lewis,\" also in the folder.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill. To \"Dear Sir.\" Re: bond of the addressee held by William Augustine Washington.","William Craik writes to Col. William A. Washington regarding a deed from 1791 between Washington and Timothy Ringgold for lots in the Carrollsburg (which would eventually become Capitol Hill) which were divided between Washington and Commissioners of the city of Washington. William Craik admits he neglected to get the deed recorded and never returned it. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, docketed, with integral address panel, postmarked \"Alexandria VA, March 10\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Rock Hill. Washington writes that Mr. [Chas.] Carter objects to paying interest on his bond -- Carter claims he was ready to pay money any time -- Washington believes Carter forfeited, by the condition of sale [of Washington's property], any indulgence of 12 months credit. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod writes to his \"dear friend\" Elizabeth Willing Powel that when he inherited Mount Vernon, he had to buy \"new furniture for all the rooms of that extensive building\" and farm machinery as well -- he borrowed money for this and the loan is due soon -- his wheat crop and the fishery both failed, however -- so he asks \"with a little embarrassment\" to borrow the amount from her, but insists on paying interest which she refused to accept on an earlier occasion. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (wheat sheaf). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his \"domestics,\" all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa May 22,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". [It is thought the fire may have endangered the mansion].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered \"... $600., or the vessel alone, ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed \"Judge Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","Insurance policy with The Delaware Insurance Company of Delaware made by George Harrison on behalf of Bushrod Washington for brick barn [stable] at Mount Vernon. Coverage for $4,000 for the year with payment of 1 percent. Printed document with autograph details signed by Thomas Fitzsimons, 1 page, docketed on the reverse.","D.S. 1 page. Bond for $20,000 for Fairfax and Whiting Washington as executors of their mother Hannah Fairfax Washington's estate, to make inventory and deliver all legacies, etc. Partly printed, laminated. Signed by Fairfax, Whiting and Warner Washington and witnessed by the court.","George Beck provenance information concerning a Stuart Painting.","3 page. Key, Judge Washington's attorney in the friendly suit of Fitzhugh and Peter vs. B. Washington, executor of the estate of George Washington, concerning the sale of certain Maryland lands, prepares an answer to the court explaining his clients position. Included is a letter requesting Judge Washington to make any changes in the text which he believes are necessary.","Account, William Augustine Washington with J. Fox. Legal and copying fees include copy of Henry Ashton's will, proving \"Fisher's\" deed, swearing jury, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lewis gives an account for $304.30 paid by him to Howell Lewis and chargeable to all of legatees of Gen. Washington's estate -- he is unable to collect from various people whose addresses he does not know, or for other reasons -- Gabriel Lewis has just returned and the Kanawha lands are divided -- asks Bushrod to send him a receipt for $100. paid Bushrod's mother [Hannah Bushrod Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod Washington, and in Lewis's hand \"Dr. James Patton in Acct. with the Estate of Genl. Washington,\" and in another hand \"Executor of Mrs. Washington's Estate,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfield. Fairfax Washington writes regarding the recently-arrived mourning ring left to his deceased mother [Hannah Fairfax Washington] as legacy by George Washington -- he gives Lewis directions for having it delivered to him -- mentions also a miniature of the general, previously received, that the two items constitute the whole of the legacy left to his mother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"The Receipt of his Mother's legacy,\" mounted.","Bill and receipt. $2.25 for shoes, 9.00 for cossaks (boots).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill and Georgetown. Bushrod Washington Jr. writes to Burd about local and regional political battles involving the impeachment of judges, including Judge Samuel Chase of the Supreme Court, and Randolph's treatment of Chase, as leader of the impeachment. Washington also speaks critically of \"Duane,\" probably William J. Duane the politician, or perhaps his father the newspaper editor. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (1803). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To \"Dear Sir.\" Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.","Promissory note. D.S. 1 page. For £78 Virginia money before 15th Oct. -- signed by Whiting Washington; witnessed by Nehemiah Garrison. On reverse, dated April 16, 1805, Jas. Milton assigns note to Robt. Milton. Document signed, in hand of James Milton, fragment, docketed.","A.D.S. 6 pages. A statement as to the title to Woodlawn drawn up by Lawrence Lewis because of a threatened suit over the land by descendants of Sarah Mason Brooke; it embodies Col. George Mason's statement on the history of the lands ownership. Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres. The Woodlawn part of that property was later owned by George Washington (who had gotten it on 27 October 1772) and then willed by him to Lawrence Lewis and Eleanor (\"Nelly\") Parke Custis Lewis. Autograph document signed, by Lawrence Lewis, docketed \"Col. Geo. Mason's Statement,\" and in another hand, \"as to title of Woodlawn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Agrees with Burd that horseracing is the favorite sport of Virginians -- mentions races in Virginia and Pennsylvania and Washington -- says spring at Mt. Vernon is the \"season when nature presents its most pleasing colours\" -- admires ladies in the neighborhood \"but none of them has enslaved my happiness\" -- speculates that closer relations between Pennsylvania and Virginia might be fostered by intermarriage between the states -- mentions Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's use of hieroglyphics. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va. May 18,\" torn, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","1 page. Estate of GW.A notice of a forthcoming bond for Keating and Murray. Amount: $1.00.","Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Blakey Recpt. for a Bay mare June 1805.\" Receipt for 25 pounds for a bay mare.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Custis writes that his account with the estate of George Washington will be paid as soon as his crop can be marketed -- expresses distress of Fitzhugh family because of Mrs. Fitzhugh's illness -- he wishes the Kanawha lands were apportioned for he wishes to sell his share, even at great loss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B. Washington, mounted, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Buildings insured were 2 Negro Quarters, Office, Smokehouse, Wash house, Carriage house, and 2 Stables ... \"real sum insured\" was $4576.00 ... signed by Rob't Mitchell.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for \"your District\"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Peters, \"16 ansd. repeating what I wrote him on the 15th substance,\" postmarked Alexa Va. September 14,\" watermark.","Receipt for $200. as part payment of a $500. loan ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Culpeper County. Capt. Hammond [husband of Samuel's deceased sister Mildred] wants him to buy his share of Kanawha lands left him by George Washington's legacy -- he can't afford it -- asks for an opinion on how much he should lease or buy it for -- can Hammond have other compensation in place of this land? -- Hammond embarrassed for money now -- he gave draft on executors and it was refused. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod writes about spending Christmas in Dumfries by invitation of \"very fine girls,\" although his trip was cut short when his father came down with gout. He also gives news of the Federal City, which is \"thronged with beautiful girls and other strangers,\" including \"a number of Turks and Indians.\" He shares an anecdote about the Turkish ambassador asking Thomas Jefferson for \"six wives\" and writes about a dinner hosted aboard a frigate by Jefferson for a group of Native American men. Bushrod also writes of the rising power of Napoleon in France and about the Carters of Philadelphia.","Receipt. Certifying proof of a Mr. Peytons deed to the District of Columbia. Amount: $52.00. Estate of GW.","Receipt. A.N.S. 1 page. $1.00 for watch repair docketed, \"paid by Mrs. W. from Butter Sold.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mt. Vernon has sent her some books ... will send more ... invites the Rankins for a visit ... regards from all the family ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","Articles of Agreement, Jesse Richardson with Wm. A. Washington for purchase of a tract of land, held jointly by Wm. A. Washington and Lawrence Butler, of 1000 acres in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Jesse Richardson to pay Col. Washington with young horses, to the amount of the purchase. Valuation to be established.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Has been amusing himself reading Mr. John Randolph's Philippicks, his invectives against democrats -- this includes Randolphs threat to impeach Madison and Jefferson -- he has many politicians under his control through fear of being exposed by him -- mentions having received a report of Mr. Pitt's death [Wm. the younger] in England -- comments on the European situation -- the British Navy is the only thing between Napoleon and world domination -- U.S. should do nothing to injure Britain at this time -- since his aunt [Ann Blackburn Washington] has determined not to visit Philadelphia this Spring, he will stay and keep her company. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover, postmarked \"Alexa Va Mar. 30,\" docketed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","$6.75 pd. in full.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Gen. Mason going to Kentucky will carry this letter -- acknowledges payment of $40 -- Warner was with them, mentions his trip to Orleans -- their father [John Lewis] is well -- speaks of Dr. Stuart's land in Mason County, Ky., 5000 acres on Tripletts creek and 9000 on Locust creek -- advertised for sale -- he sends tax money by Gen. Mason -- asks Gabriel Lewis to help Mason -- talks of affairs of the day -- the ship Leander -- General Miranda landed in Spanish America, the province of Caraccas, takes the island of Marquireta, the towns of Camana -- Barcelona on the river Neveri, in full march for the capital of the colony -- this information by Capt. Risbrough from Martinique, Miranda has proclaimed the independence of the province. Concludes with a full 2 page postscript by Nelly, here separately cataloged. Autograph letter signed, with 2 p. additional note by Nelly Custis Lewis, cover marked \"Hond by Genl. Tomson Mason, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 1/4 page.  Baxter charges a total of L8, 2 shillings for smithing services including \"Making 2 large Ramshare ploughs\" and mending carriage wheels and selling a \"whip saw.\" Balance paid. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Caroline Springs near Fredericksburg. Papers desired by Burd will need to be retrieved from recording office in [Washington] -- Bushrod will be in the Fredericksburg area for a while -- reveals his approaching marriage to Miss [Henrietta] Spotswood -- they will live on his estate in Westmoreland and later procure an establishment near Alexandria -- please tell Rush of the upcoming wedding -- he asks for European news -- \"our present President\" [Jefferson] means to stand for reelection. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Freds Va Jul 20.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","Rock Hill. Col. Washington explains that his son Bushrod, Jr, will share equally with his brothers in the Col.'s estate. His income will be adequate to support a wife. At the time young Bushrod was engaged to Spotswood's daughter, Henrietta.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, Rock Hill. Introduces Bushrod Washingtons own nephew, George Corbin Washington, who just arrived after tedious passage of 20 days, and is \"so much grown that I suppose you would scarcely know him\" -- Bushrod, Jr. and new wife Henrietta Spotswood are very happy -- Bushrod, Jr. wishes to trade his Kanawha land for land near Centerville -- what is Bushrod's opinion of this land? -- desires Bushrod to help him find purchaser for his lands, Blenheim and Haywood -- wishes to sell, pay debts and divide rest among children -- \"there seems to be little hope of getting out of debt by cropping\" -- he presses suit against Mr. [Wm.] Robinson for £560 -- Robinson has no claim to money from land sold to George Washington and others after death of his daughter [Ann A. Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, docketed \"Wm. A. Washington about Mr. Robinson's claim,\" laminated, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","Bill. $2.25 for 9 lbs. of sole leather ...","Poem \"Washington's Requiem\" by Virginia Cary. D. 1 page. A poem in praise of G.W., written in 1800 or 1806 \"on seeing a picture of Mount Vernon with the grave of Washington.\" (Date might be 1800). Date on original catalog appears 180[6 ?].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Deals with two letters reputedly written by G.W. to [Thomas Jefferson] after the Mazzei letter [Thos. Jefferson to Philip Mazzei, Ap. 24, 1796; famous controversial letter, after which G.W. was said never to have written T.J. again]--Tobias Lear employed by Judge W-n to assort the General's papers, and letters now missing, plus a diary for important presidential years--[accuses no one, but implies Lear took them]--tries to reconcile General's statement [that he never wrote T.J. again after the Mazzei letter] with truth--congratulates Pickering on speech against embargo--mentions [John] Adams \"lives a mournful spectacle of blind and courtly obedience to Presidential will.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, [first part of letter missing], laminated.","Account, Estate of George Washington with Lawrence Lewis. A.D. 2 pages. Account of money spent and received by Lewis as executor of G.W.'s estate - includes taxes on Kentucky land, City taxes, taxes on property in Alexandria, rents paid to Mr. Fitzhugh for rent of land for free negroes and money for support of free negroes. Autograph document in hand of Lewis, docketed by Lewis \"No. 3 the Estate of Genl. Washington in Acct. with Lawe. Lewis.\" Laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. The amount paid Dr. Peyton about settles Custis's account to estate -- asks Bushrod to send old bonds he gave at 1st sale to Woodlawn, where he can pick them up, along with any papers relating to his estate the \"Forest of Washington,\" bequeathed him by the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod W., laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rock Hill. Bushrod comments on Aaron Burr's efforts to separate western states -- thinks his plan an absurd for one of his intellect and feels he cannot succeed -- Burr should be arrested and tried if any crime can be found -- mentions the costly delays of Congress -- says his fondness for ladies is increased by his high opinion of his wife, Henrietta Spotswood -- makes comments on Burd's romance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Bushrod Washington Mt. Vernon,\" postmarked \"Washington City, Feb. 14\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bushrod Washington.\"","Letter, 1 page. Madison transmits to Bushrod Washington the papers of Fielding Lewis who died before they could be processed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Madison.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. As Bushrod is leaving home for an extended period he asks to leave charge of nephews John and Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington, who are in school, to Reid -- asks Reid to furnish them with any clothing or other articles they need -- no extravagances -- and 2 or 3 dollars a month pocket money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Note while the letter appears to be addressed to 'James New,' the editors at the Washington Papers discovered that Bushrod Washington's poor handwriting actually is written to James Reid.","Marshall writes that, at the request of Bushrod Washington, he is sending \"the enclosed letters\" (not present) but was unable to find \"the letter of Mr. S. Washington to which that of the 2d of April is an answer.\" Marshall was given access to the papers of George Washington to write his biography. Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis served as executors of Washington's estate and were likely requesting papers back from Marshall in order to settle Washington's account with his nephew Saumel T. Washington.","A receipt in Washington's hand for \"4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\" Docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". Autograph document signed, in hand of Washington, fragment, docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". For 4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. They haven't heard from him in a long while and tax money due -- has he heard of the atrocious outrage by British Admiral Berkley on the flag of the United States [Chesapeake-Leopard affair] -- Commodore Douglas, the Triumph and Melampus, the Bellona and the Leopard, schooner Revenge to go to England with dispatches -- meanwhile seaports to be fortified -- \"Something like War this, spirit of 76 up\" -- \"War rather than a disgraceful peace\" -- hopes to see him -- Gabriel \"must want more Negroes by this time, I shall have it in my power to furnish you\" -- Eleanor (Nelly) sends good wishes, but says Gabriel hasnt answered her letter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked Alexa Va. July 22, laminated, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears as [1807] July 22.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Port. Awaits confinement of his wife [Henrietta Spotswood] hourly [Anne Eliza Washington, born 1807]--anxious to go to Westmoreland to see about workmen and how house goes along--sure Laurel Grove will be ready for occupancy by time Henrietta's confinement is over--will see him shortly to get things for housekeeping--expects kitchen furniture to come highest--purchases to be made--will get by on minimum this year--can get these articles in Alexa.--for money to pay workman, will sell Mr. Spotswood 500 acres in Ky. [W. A. W-n] offered him--will pay [his father] a dollar per acre--hears treaty has been ratified, if so will enhance price of [ ]--George [Corbin W-n] must look like a married man by now--requests he see that corn field at Laurel Grove be laid down in wheat--Mr. Rose, who holds his note for $400 is to issue writ against him--asks [father] to let him have money out of first crops and he can deduct this from his wheat crop when it is ready. Autograph letter signed, with long postscript on cover, docketed by W. A. Washington \"My Son Bushrod's Letter agreeing to give me one Dollar pr. acre for 500 acres Land in Kentucky the half of 1000 Acres between Majr. Butler and myself and to be conveyed in the same way as my Agreement with Jesse Richardson. Sept. 8th 1807.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding settling account of Mrs. Law.","$1.50 pd. on account of John Chew ... [addressed to Colo. Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington].","Receipt for $200. for 6 months house rent ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Long letter about the health and travels of her husband and brother ... sends this letter by her husband, Bushrod W-n ... regrets Miss Sinclair and Betsy cannot visit her this winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\" Someone had docketed the letter and has identified writer and recepient.","1 page. Request for three bushels of corn. Docketed \"5 Baggs lent at 3 Bushells each in the car at several different times.\"","Bill and receipt. 8 entries - all for shoes apparently for the Negroes... 10 pairs for $16.82.\" Receipted by Corcoran on Oct. 10, 1809.","Account. A.D. 3 pages. Docketed. Interesting record of dress making materials... Variety of fabrics represented, gloves, fans, stockings, etc.","3 pairs of shoes for $3.50. Bill made out by Wm. Parsons for Thomas Corcoran. Addressed to Colonel Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Grape Hill. Reports advertisement in Winchester paper of 2 tracts of land owned by A[ndrew] Park. (Lawrence probably son of Samuel and his 4th wife Anne Steptoe).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding debts of Mrs. Law. To Mr. John Law, Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding repayment of Mrs. Law's debts, his proposal and conditions for taking responsibility for them.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$2.15 ...","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$30.00.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$5.00 ...","List of fees against Lawrence Lewis, Fairfax County. D.S. 1 page. Fees owed by Lewis to the Fairfax County court through his business as executor of George Washington's estate. Signed by William Moss, clerk of the court.","For repairing a wagon wheel.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends this by Gabriels friend Byrd Willis who visits Kentucky intending to settle there -- George hopes Byrd will look at his (Georges) land there if he gets as far as Green River -- Warner and Gabriel's letter was received -- Warner Lewis speaks well of Georges land on Lost Creek -- would like Gabriel to show it to Byrd -- Gabriel did not like Georges proposal about the division of their land -- attack of gout keeps George home but he will try to get to Kentucky and arrange a better division of the land -- Gabriel's father, John Lewis, is well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Lewis.\"","Signed check made payable to Docr. Charles Worthington for the amount of $38.00.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.","2 pages. Consents to a proposal for the Dismal Swamp property purchase by Gen. Lee from G. Washington's estate. He believes the proposal will satisfy the interests of the legatees.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$11.41 ...","Letter. Hawthorn. Concerns \"a box of papers which related to the executorship\" of the estate of Lawrence's father Samuel Washington [1734-1781]. Lawrence asks Samuel to help clear the name of his deceased brother George Steptoe Washington [1771-1809] by altering previous testimony Samuel had made regarding these papers. \"I feel a confidence ... that this act of justice, to my brother's memory will be done with promptness.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","Daniel C. Brent, Dumfries Virginia, writes to Col. William Washington, concerning land and timber upon the property located in Stafford, Virginia, and the mortgage left between General \"Light Horse\" Harry Lee and Mrs. Fitzhugh which is currently held up the county court. Henry Lee was placed in debtors' prison as a result for not paying on his land transactions. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bond of Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood, administrator and administratrix of Robert Wood, deceased, to deliver 4 head horses to \"Edward McGuire's Hotel in Winchester,\" the place of appointed sale of the 2nd Saturday in February. Partly printed, endorsed, laminated. Signed by Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood.","1 Bible, $3.00. Receipted by Eben. Macdonald.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes regarding Gen. Lee's account with the estate of George Washington -- he is unable to locate Lees bond -- also mentions statement of Mr. Bassett's account with estate -- in a postscript he says that he found Lees bond amongst the Suffolk papers. Autograph letter signed, with postscript on integral cover, mounted, red seal, (good, with heraldic device). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","L. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this one has docketing: \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\".) Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\", silked, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this lacks docketing.) Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file. [See copy of same letter, same date, docketed by B. W-n, \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to W. W. Lewis\"].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Family letter... her health not good; under the care of Dr. Dangerfield ... her friend, Eliza Smith, wrote of the activities of their friends ... Miss Vanderings, Frederick Campbell, P Coleman, Dr. Nelson, Miss Re, M. Randolph are some of the names mentioned in the letter ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Anna Maria writes her dear brother news of the \"Doctor\" [Stuart] and family, a visit at Ossian Hall, and \"Aunt Lewis\" and family at Woodlawn -- wishes to have thread spun to knit stockings for her two brothers George Fayette and Charles for they are \"much more pleasant in Summer than cotton\" but is having trouble finding someone to do the spinning for her -- Aunt Lewis has knitted purses for them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (RG). Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Includes account of fees against Stuart at the end of the letter with entries from 1806 to 1810. Addressed to \"Doctor David Stuart, Ossian Hall, Fairfax County.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor acct.\"","3 pairs shoes, $5.00.","Text, quarto with paper binding. 26 pages.  Consists of rules and regulations of the Mutual Assurance Company against Fire in Buildings in the State of Virginia. Same company which insured Bushrod Washington's Mount Vernon.","Printed form with [manuscript] completions: \"City and County of New-York, ss. I [Charles Dickinson] one of the Alderman of the City of New-York, and a Judge of the Court of Common pleas, called the Mayor's Court, ... Do Certify, That on this day [Norman Washington] Residing in the said city a [Black] man exhibited proof before me, reduced to writing, of the freedom of him ... I Do Further Certify that the said [Norman] ... was born at [Mount Vernon] in [the State of Virginia] and that he [was born] free .... Given under my hand, this [Twenty fourth] day of April in the year one thousand eight hundred and eleven.]\" Includes physical description of Norman Washington; and gives his age as \"about Twenty Seven years.\" 1 page, 20 x 17 cm.","Autograph note signed and initialed by Bushrod Washington, regarding a mortgage payment and deed certification.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Neale desires information of Margaret Keith from Ireland, who accompanied Gen. Washington on all his campaigns in the Revolution until 1779 or 1780 -- she had several illegitimate children, of which the writer seems to be one -- he has been enabled to rise in a small degree above his lowly beginnings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover badly burned and torn, laminated, docketed by B.W. Name on original manuscript appears as \"James G.W. N.\"","Statement of debts, Samuel Washington. D.S. 12 pages, folio. Drawn up to effect a settlement of a dispute between Lawrence Washington, Bushrod Washington and Joseph Nourse (U.S. Treasury). Includes various members of Washington family and sizable debt owed to John Parke Custis, deceased.","A.L.S. 1 page. Note asking Mr. Beverley to send $26.4 by the bearer. Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, quarter sheet.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Beall to a Mr. Bennett (?) who has proposed marriage to Evans' daughter, who, it seems, has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Beall. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. B. Evans.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The heirs of Thornton Washington, son of Samuel, give their written assent to Bushrod to \"Dismiss suit against Col. Lee\" if the land in question can be sold at good price -- they wish to settle affairs of the Thornton Washington estate.  Autograph letter signed, in hand of ? , docketed by B.W. \"T. and Sam Washington Rock Hall.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Llewellyn. Family matters -- Parke often talks with her about him [Gabriel] -- distance from Kentucky is nothing, as Warner will prove -- Warner with them now but soon to return to Lexington and Logan -- Gabriel's wife and two boys [Richard Bibb and John Gabriel Lewis] -- Mary Ann to stay with Mrs. Lee -- wishes to see him and his family in Virginia again -- wishes he were there to act as nursemaid, housekeeper etc. for her again -- Warner is o.k. at this, but he has a roving disposition and won't remain long in one place -- Howell [Lewis] studying mathmatics in Alexandria -- wishes he [Howell] would use influence with his cousin, \"Queen Dolla lolla\" [Dolly Madison?] to get reinstated in Navy with more advantageous appointment -- \"I have at Woodlawn the finest bed of Mint for Juleps that I have ever seen\" -- would brew them for his father's [John Lewis's] use -- sends gifts to his boys and wife -- Mr. Lewis and \"my four darlings\" send regards.  Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Living in retirement at LaGrange ... some general information on state of European politics ... heard that John Marshall to publish a 2nd. edition of his Life of W-n ... requests Bushrod to send him his (L-e's) correspondence with Gen. W-n and copies of GW's letters to him ... Lafayette's papers lost in \"revolutionary storms of Europe.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Paris. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Sequel: Bushrod apprently sent the correspondence which is now (1963) in the library of Lafayette College. See also 1811 D.B. Warden to Dec. 20 Bushrod W-n.","A.L.S. 1 page. Paris. Offers to act as the go-between for Lafayette and Bushrod correspondence ... also Mr. Graham of the State Dept. if Bushrod agrees to send the GW-Lafayette correspondence ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. B. Warden.\" See 1811 - Lafayette to Bushrod Wn Dec. 15.","Receipt, 1 page. Receipt for recording the Memorial of G. Washington's ex[ecutors] deed \"to you.\" Partly printed ms., fragment, docketed \"Robt. Lewis\" and \"Stafford.\"","D. 1 page. A summary of the Cresap suit against the estate of GW, regarding the title to Round Bottom, (Ohio River) sold by GW in 1798 to Archibald McClean of Alexandria. The summary appears to be in the handwriting of B. W-n. The litigation lasted over 15 years and the substance of the suit remained the same. Therefore the absence of a specific on the document makes it difficult to place.","General Henry Lee writes to Col. Nicholas Rogers sending his condolences regarding the recent death of Rogers' wife Eleanor. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Bank certificate, Signed by John A. Washington for the amount of $180.00.","Order to pay, Union Bank Geo. Town. George Corbin Washington to Thomas Beall. Pay Thomas Beall on demand $476.10.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is \"perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings\" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Mar. 23.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Independence. Describes the merits of 2 tracts of land in Montgomery Cty., both for sale, one nr. The Court House, the other about 8 miles from Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Berry.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Mentions a note having been endorsed by Colo. Deneale--unable to collect the money and requests further indulgence--is paying a certain amount and will endorse a note for $500.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Advises Bushrod Washington on his wife's treatment \"to complete the conquest which Mrs. Washington has happily made in part over her attachment to laudanum\" -- Rush directs a gradual lessening of the dose to nothing -- suggests various infusions, including ginger tea, bitters, spirits of hartshorne, and strong porter or wine -- asks Bushrod to pass on his words that \"the habitual use of opium is often attended with the most serious and distressing consequences [including] idiotism and madness\" -- he hopes her resolution to be cured is equal to her judgment on the subject of the letter. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W. \"Doct. Rush Advice for Mrs. Washington\", laminated.","Receipt. Payment in full for medical services.","Bond. D. 1 page. Document docketed \"Washington to Morgan $234.6\", laminated.Bond to pay $468.12 with the condition that the bond is void if $234.06 is paid by Sept. 15 1813. Signed by Henry and Warner Washington [Jr.]. Witnessed by Benj. Taylor. On reverse, \"By cash of the within by Benj. Taylor Sixty five dollars (signed) B. Taylor, March 20 1813\" and \"June 18 1813 by Cash of Benj. Taylor Eighty Dollars.\"","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Custis's check on Farmers Bank of Alexandria for $145. Autograph document signed, endorsed by Dawson, canceled.","A.L. 2 pages. Washington. Harper's name does not appear on original manuscript, but in this letter to his daughter he describes his recent visit to Mount Vernon -- says he was well-received but that the place is quite run down except for the mansion itself -- the garden and hothouses (with their lemon trees) did earn his praise.","D. 2 pages. Gray agrees to purchase W-n's land in Westmoreland Cty. on the Potomac $20. an acre for 800 acres and $10. an acre for the balance pending a survey ... Gray to pay 100 shares of $100. each of Potomac Bank Stock when deeds are drawn ... payments out lined ... Washington reserves the grave yard and 50 ft. sq. at Wakefield to include the spot on which GW was born ... witnessed by Bushrod W-n, R. G. Robb, James Miller.","A.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) \"in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Previously sent remittance of a balance owed back to him. Discusses a Superior Court suit of Mr. Washington. Addressed to \"Doctr. David Stuart, Ossian Hall, near Alexandria.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor\" with date.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Bishop William White. Concerns a candidate for the ministry, Mr. Milnor, who White believes will be \"useful to our Church, and to the Causes of Religion in general ...\" White is editing a defense of Church doctrine and will send Washington a copy. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","Letter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". On reverse is docket \"Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields.\" and notation \"at request of Judge Washington.\" There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names \"John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C.\"","The letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and \"will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort\" (Fort Washington) where \"the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men\" are understood to be stationed.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 3 pages. Agreement for sale of 85 1/2 acres of timbered land and 125 acres cleared land by Washington, near Charlestown -- Ranson to pay $60 per acre for wooded and $40 per acre for cleared -- terms of payment -- Washington to have it surveyed and give proper title. Document, docketed, laminated. Signed by Geo. F. Washington and Mathw. Ranson, witnessed by John Yates.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Georgetown. A chatty letter containing one of the very early descriptions of Mount Vernon during the occupancy of Bushrod Washington: Went by barge -- 16 miles -- left at sunrise -- the plantation reduced to 4000 acres -- about 60 working slaves besides house servants and 15 or 20 children -- appearance of neglect, need for superintendence visible -- present appearances did not comport with dignity of the great man who left it -- garden contains rare and wonderful exotics, lemon and fig trees, fine apples, coconuts -- gardener a german, has been there 25 years -- house has \"a charming situation, with a fine growth of tall venerable trees at one end of it, with seats around many of the trees. There is a piazza the whole length of the house in front pav'd with large square stones. It commands a fine view of the river and adjacent country. We were invited into the \"banqueting-room,\" to see the celebrated chimney-piece, which is superb marble of various colours, exquisitely wrought ...\" -- pictures of the present owners, Mrs. Crawford her sister, furniture like that of dining rooms, in addition a large organ and a tall piece of furniture \"that I did not know the use of\" -- did not see the Judge or Mrs. Washington -- heard her piano sounding at a distance -- she is in very delicate health -- spends most of her time with her music -- scarcely ever sees her servants except her spinners to whom she gives their weekly portion of spinning -- \"sister Ann remark'd how well she should like to be mistress of such an establishment, and put things in order, cloathe the naked children, (for strange as it may seem, we saw such) ... We went to the vault where moulders all that was mortal of Washington\" -- describes Col. Wharton, death of his wife -- was once a friend -- to meet the celebrated Mrs. General Wilkinson and sister, french women from New Orleans -- has several fine birds, a mocking bird. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Georget Col., laminated, watermark (Amies and a dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Proud.\"","D.S. 1 page. Promise to pay $460.66 2/3 for value received from John Washington, to Wm. A.G. Dade as administrator of estate of Gwynn W. Baylor [possibly Walker Gwynn Baylor, born Virginia ca. 1780]. Docketing notes it is \"Benefit of Mrs. J. A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington. Document signed, fragment, docketed \"Mr. Washingtons note to Wm. A.P. Dade $460.66 2/3 benefit of Mrs. F.A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Deed of land, 309 acres of land in Jefferson County to George Fayette Washington in exchange for payment of 4 bonds. If bonds are paid to Washington in time, deed to be void. Witnesses Matthew Ranson, John Yates, William Stanhope.","Printed stock certificates. Purchased at various times between 1813 and 1828.","$6.50 for subscription to the Federal Republican.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence and Eleanor rejoice in his safe arrival -- bank deposit agreeable to promise -- asks him to pay back taxes on land sold Joseph Lewis -- encloses notes of tenants on Rough Creek land -- send his five dollars to Federal Republican to have their paper sent to Warner at Russellsville -- they now publish a daily for $10 too -- news, Bonaparte's complete overthrow, loss of 82,000 men -- messenger from England with peace dispatches, prices dropped at the news -- rumor of a cabinet council to consider peace -- Armstrong the only one for war -- demo.'s upset over Boney's upset -- strange that men rejoice in his successes and upset at his defeat -- our relations with France if exposed would reveal corruption -- Warner's father [John Lewis] indebted to George Washington estate, how to close account -- fears it is not in his power to pay it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. He hopes to hear Congress's report concerning the Glebe Land and land in the District, but disappointed so far. Also in regards to new jail in Alexandria, he believes citizens should not have to pay taxes for new jail as they were already taxed for the one in Fairfax County. To the Hon. Joseph Lewis,  a Member of Congress.","A.D.S. 1 page. John Littlejohn, collector of the revenue for the 22nd collection district of Virginia, collects duty of $10.00 from David Stuart for and upon a four wheel carriage called a coachee which is owned by Stuart.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Greenwood. Anna writes to her brother George Fayette of her ill health over a long period -- pain in breast and cough -- describes the medicines she has been taking and efforts to get a doctor from Fredericksburg or elsewhere -- hopes to visit him in summer by packet \"if the British will be good enough to keep out of the way.\" -- writes of her children, Charles and Churchill -- scolds him for not writing. Autograph letter signed, (under cover of letter of March 1) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She sends the letter written fortnight ago [see letter of 12 February 1815 -- it was not sent earlier because Jack was struck with rheumatism and could not carry it to Alexandria -- again rebukes her brother for not writing -- her health is improved, but pain and cough continue. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] Mar. 2,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","Letter, to Robert Brent, Department of War. Lear writes as official of the Department of war, Accounts Office on official business.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Expresses concern over a report of her brother's illness -- describes her own poor health -- will try to come up to see him if he is still ill -- explicitly prays to the Lord for his consolation and recovery. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"by Jack Cole\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes to console his brother Robert on the recent death of his son, who was preserved so long to him, which only made the wound deeper -- Lawrence offers Christian consolations -- postscript says that the watch key was received as gift. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark, in pencil \"on my brother Robert's death 1823.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.N.S. 2 pages. Third person note to \"Uncle Beverley\" informing him that some lands are scheduled to be sold for taxes if they are not played. Mentions that certain lots acquired under the Byrd lottery should be claimed for her children. Sarah Tayloe Washington (Widow of Col. Wm A. Washington). S. T. Washington refers to herself as \"Miss.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Gov Johnson and Genl. Washington,\" written on reverse \"Signer Constitution and Sup. Court,\" and on face of letter \"This is from Gov. T. Johnson of Md. who nominated Washington to be Commander in Chief,\" laminated, watermark (5 pt. star enclosing CS). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Thos. Johnson.\" Johnson encloses one of General Washington's letters, of which he has several, which Hatch may keep -- apparently as a collectible relic.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 1 page. Francis Washington is to deliver 1000 bushels of wheat to James English's father's barn sometime in November -- Washington to be paid 7 shillings per bushel. Document, docketed \"English and Washington agt.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1815]. Signed by Warner Washington, Francis Washington and James English. Witnessed by Reade Washington. Receipt on reverse for money signed by Francis W. Washington, dated November 5, 1815.","A.D.S. 1 page. Summons to the Washington Family pertaining to a lawsuit.","D. 2 pages. Handwritten copy of a unanimous resolution by the General Assembly of Virginia that the governor be allowed to open correspondence with Bushrod Washington to permit the remains of George Washington and Martha Washington to be reinterred near the Virginia capital beneath a monument to be erected at public expense. Document, docketed \"Copy of Resolutions for the erection of a Monument to the Memory of George Washington,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts \"a vague report in circulation here\" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake -- mentions that is in her 74th year. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. In hand of a third party. Mrs. Lewis presents to Mr. Pitkin a cup and saucer that used to belong to George Washington.","Letter, Mount Vernon, to an unidentified newspaper. Bushrod asks that the paper discontinue its ad for sale of part of the Mount Vernon estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Deposited $50 to his credit in the bank of Alexandria.","Lafayette writes to Bushrod Washington to introduce associates, including Col. Bernard, who will be traveling in Virginia, and to ask about the transfer of his letters to George Washington back in France.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Transfer of land title, George Corbin Washington and others. 1816, Jan. 31: Geo. C. Washington to James Magruder of land called the \"Lodge\" agreeable to Washington's contract with Samuel Fitzhugh ... 1816, June 24: Magruder conveys it to Jacob Wagner ... 1816, June 26: Magruder directs Washington to convey \"Lodge\" to Wagner ... 1819, Mar. 23: Wagner directs Washington to convey it to Robt. and John Oliver ... 1819, Apr.: \"Lodge\" deeded by Thos. Beall of Geo. Town to The Olivers ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Reports that it is too late to submit the claim this season. But, if he has a seat next year he will do everything in his power to procure its admission. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. S. T. Washington, daughter of Col. Wm A. and Sarah Tayloe (3rd wife). Letter to her uncle asking for one hundred dollars. Refers to property in Richmond which is rightfully her family's and the Byrd lottery properties. (Great niece of GW thru elder brother Augustine). Autograph letter signed, wax, seal, W-n Family cipher - excellent impressions.","Receipt, A.D.S. 1 page. Fitzhugh's receipt to Lewis (on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate) \"for rents due on a tenement on the Ravensworth tract.\" Note on verso records payment \"on acct. of Land rented for Free Negroes.\" Autograph document signed, with notes on verso in the hand of Bushrod Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Long description of his impressions of Washington, including an account of a visit to Mount Vernon. He met Bushrod Washington and later dined at Woodlawn with Nelly Custis Lewis. She presented him with an ivory button said to have belonged to G.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. An ivory button accompanied this letter and is in the museum collections.","Indenture. D.S. 4 pages. George Corbin Washington, nephew of Bushrod Washington, as trustee of George Washington's lot in Washington, DC, sells to English the General's Capitol Hill lots. George Washington's house on Capitol Hill was destroyed by fire during the War of 1812.","Circular letter, L.S. 1 page. A printed letter to legatees of George Washington's estate regarding Henry Banks' claim to the Kentucky land forming part of the estate -- Banks's claim is good and he has agreed to make equal division of land -- his agent will sell it and divide proceeds -- legatees need either to return a power of attorney in this matter or, if they desire to deal separately, contact Banks themselves. Letter signed, integral cover, (addressed in hand of L. Lewis), laminated). Names on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\" and \"Law Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Montgomery County, Maryland, Medley Hills. Mentions an enclosed certificate [missing] attesting to his Revolutionary service in the 7th Maryland Regiment and Regiment No. 1 ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","8 bills and 1 undated envelope. Bills charged to Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington as executors of George Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod Washington responds to Mr. Lunell concerning his uncle's, George Washington, character and personality. He describes him as being \"comtemplative\", \"reserved\", \"distinguished\" yet \"kind and affectionate\" to relatives, and having \"consummate wisdom.\" He mentions his fondness for \"rural employment\" and skill at managing his plantation.","A.D.S. 2 pages. An agreement whereby Lewis (George Washington's nephew) will sell approx. 550 acres in Jefferson County, called Rock Hall, to Ranson for $17,115. The transaction is to occur as soon as Lewis receives the deed; the land was involved in a lawsuit between the \"Executors of Genl. Geo. Washington Plaintiff and Gerard Alexander and other Defendants.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To the Cashier, Bank of Columbia, Georgetown. Re: Payment of $300 note. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Annapolis. Gov. Goldsborough's defense of his congressional conduct in 1814 when the question of removing the seat of gov't from Washington was discussed and a resolution voted on ... a Maj. Peter has charged the Gov. with being hostile to the Capital City ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\"","Elegy of George Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. Written \"on board the Steam Boat\" \"We come, kind Sir, to gaze upon the earth That gave Columbia's mighty hero birth. We come to heave the patriotic sigh Upon the tomb, where now his ashes lie ...\" On cover is a signature: \"Eleanor P. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 page. Deposition of George Fayette Washington before WIlliam Waters, justice of the peace in Washington, D.C. -- deposer is the only surviving son of George A. Washington, late a Lieutenant in Virginia continental line -- claim for U.S. bounty lands -- his brother Charles A. and sister Anna Maria Thornton are dead, and sister's sons Charles A. ad Churchill J. Thornton to receive half. Document signed, docketed \"Memo. May 2d to ex. and Rept. tomorrow,\" watermark.","Letter. Is returning the shoes which are not Mrs. Washington's ... please return to rightful owner ... Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of payment due Taylor from Washington mostly on taxes that Taylor had paid on behalf of Washington in Kentucky and Ohio. Possibly George Fayette Washington. Autograph document signed, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lynchburg. Distressed over his illness -- Nelly Custis Lewis away from Woodlawn. Mentions Washington Custis going to the aid of a relative in Mississippi. Other family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on orginal manuscript appears as \" B. Carter.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Writing in the third person, Eleanor expresses her gratitude for Dr. Parrish's treatment of her \"suffering child\" and encloses payment for his services. Dr. Parrish noted Mrs. Lewis' connection with GW and the identity of the child [Agnes] who died under his care. Autograph letter, integral cover.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Labeled at top \"Extract.\" Description of visit to gardens, greenhouses and tomb. Visit was probably conducted by John C. Ehlers. Autograph document signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore speaks of his philosophies of life and death: \"Death .. is ... the brightest and most glorious moment to man .. if death was the body's enemy, it was the soul's good friend.\" Discusses his ideas about a treatment for yellow fever which Moore \"accidently\" discovered in 1817. It involves the use of mercury and calomel. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington [Jr.] for $687.10, issued by the clerk's office of the Supreme Court of Law of Frederick county, because of a debt to Alexander Porter -- returnable the first Monday in February Signed by Warner and Perrin Washington. A printed form with manuscript additions. Document signed, partly printed.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore explains that he wishes to leave Virginia and return to South Carolina, where \"I meet with encouragment in my profession, and great civility in my social intercourse with an enlightened and polished people.\" Claims that he is \"without money,\" he asks Washington to lend him money to travel to South Carolina. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Princeton. William writes to his half brother requesting money to pay spring session bill at school (as he had to do in the fall) and some doctor bills -- he has written home for money, but there seems to be no money in Westmoreland -- he has been ill -- will try to see Judge Bushrod Washington who is in Trenton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"W.A. Washington Jr.\", laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A mansucript check for cash of the Bank of Potomac, signed by John Augustine Washington II. To be paid to N. Herbert of Alexandria for dividends due on his stock.","Letter, 2 pages. Mason Co. on the Kanawa. As the sole tenant of this parcel of land Fleaharty requests the position of manager. He pleads his case with true rustic eloquence. Mentions having salt on property.","D. 1 page. Bond for $750.22 for Warner Washington [Jr.] to deliver 10 head of horses to court house in Winchester on July 2. Signed by all three Washingtons. Document, partly printed, docketed \"Porter ass vs. ? Washington D Bond 18th Oct. [Natirisel ?] and Jud. 618\" and \"Notice given to all parties on the 21st day of Sept. to 4th day of October Court\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \" Warner Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Angela [about 8 yrs. old] writes to her brother of visitors to their home -- their sister [Parke] is away at a wedding at Mrs. Van Ness's -- their mother, E.P. Lewis, adds her own note to Lorenzo on the verso -- she writes that a letter from him to Ped [Angela] would give her much pleasure -- did he receive $5 she sent in a letter before Christmas? -- Parke is in Washington for the wedding -- concludes with family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, postmarked \"Alexa Jan. 1\", torn and mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catolog card appears as 1821 [Dec.] 31 Monday.","D.S. Land paper presented to Palemon H. Winchester of Madison Co. by James Monroe.","Receipt for corporation taxes pd. by Washington for Thomas and Ann Beall and for himself.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Early description of Mount Vernon--went to visit Mt. V. with Mr. Sibley of Michigan and Mr. Schoolcraft, author and minerologist--custom seems to be to go thru mansion and around grounds with no ceremony, no matter whether Judge W. and family are there or not--\"The house is of wood - old, plain and has rather a gothic appearance ... A stranger is struck with the plainness, and I may add, the stiffness of appearance by which the whole is characterized.\"--\"The changes [since G.W.'s death] which have taken place are ... chiefly produced by decay - few from purposed alteration; and on the whole one would be led to think that the General paid no great regard to ornament and that whatever he attempted in that way he was unsuccessful.\"--exotic fruits and flowers in green house--\"Many of the ornamental trees and shrubs appear to have been planted promiscuously, without order or regularity. This was far more agreable to my eye than the sharp points and angles in which the box borders of the garden were arranged--plucked a piece of cedar from G.W.'s tomb. Autograph letter signed, watermark. Early description of Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Belmont. Discussion of slavery: \"Some Legalized Kidnappers might be usefully employed in scouring our State of all your fugitive slaves; and if you could colonize all the sooty race, nothing better could be done.\" Peters is angered at the abolitionists, those \"antiflagellating benevolents\". Finally, Peters hopes Washington regains his health, \"so that you may be strong, and work hard on your colonization Scheme; so that all [the slaves] may be returned to the happy regions of their forefathers...\" Mentions Bushrod's \"malady,\" lamenting that \"your appetite was often your worst enemy; and its indulgence in improper gratifications has often nourished, in place of destroying your disease... I once knew a hardy Scotchman killed, when convalescent and recovering from a bilious complaint, by gratifying his appetitite in the treat of a boiled scotch herring.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L. 4 pages. Fairfax County. Early description of Mount Vernon in an unsigned, incomplete letter -- description of house -- \"The whole structure has lately undergone a thorough repair and has in every respect the same appearance as when the General died, except a small portico which the Judge has erected at the south end of the mansion.\" -- description of bowling green and trees, gardens, and exotic plants -- description of main hall and key to Bastille -- \"The Judge now uses the General's study as a dining room. The General's library contains a huge and handsome collection of Books.\" -- American and fallow deer on the estate. Autograph letter, incomplete, unsigned, laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","D. 1 page. Printed notice of July 4, 1822 over Bushrod Washington's name, forbidding permission to steam boat parties and other groups to use Mt. Vernon for \"eating, drinking and dancing parties\" -- \"unpleasant circumstances\" led to his notice -- \"respectable strangers\" can still continue to visit, except on Sundays -- below this is printed a later form letter stating that the published notice has been ignored and he intends to sue boat companies who bring parties to Mt. Vernon -- on reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement of the debt due Tracy.\" in hand of Bushrod Washington -- the account covers 1824-1826. Document, printed, docketed \"Mr Scott's statement of bal. due 1 Jany 1826\" and \"Bushrod Washington protest against making Mt. Vernon a dance and lunch [ ] 1822.\" [On reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement\" 1826 Jan. 1].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Harpers Ferry to Charles Town. Letter about the preparation of a wedding cake.","L.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. George Corbin writes his uncle that he has just returned from Green Hill -- this morning he saw Mr. Beverly who is undecided about selling his [Negro] boy to Bushrod Washington -- Dick is about 18 years old and has resided in the District about 3 years -- questions legality of removing a slave to Virginia by purchase -- advises Bushrod to consult Virginia law on this -- he purchased some of finest English and Dutch cattle at sale of the property of Mr. Wm. Williams of Frederick County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W., postmarked Georn. Ca., Jan. 21,\" laminated, red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","Early description of Mount Vernon and certificate of authenticity for painting of Great Falls. Also includes copy, same date.","Letter, 2 pages. To the Superior Court of the Chancery of the Winchester District. Answer of the complaint against him by Geo. Wm. Fairfax and others regarding his trusteeship of the estate of Ferdinand Fairfax and Eliza Blair Fairfax. He wishes to relinquish his responsibility due to failing health.","A.L.S. 3 pages. King George County. Written by a grandson of Augustine Washington, George Washington's half-brother, this letter asks about dividing the remainder of George Washington's estate among his immediate family -- his brother and sister have died, so how should their share be divided? -- Bushrod's reply, dated 1823 May 27, is drafted on page 3 of the manuscript -- the judge gives his opinion of legal distribution of remainder of the estate among heirs of Ann Ashton -- a suit has been brought for final settlement and the courts will decide. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W. \"letter and answer.\" [Bushrod W.'s answer is drafted on back sheet of letter]. [John N. Ashton was a grandson of Augustine Washington, G.W.'s half-brother].","Autograph letter, signed. \"Bush. Washington\" writes to Charles Lewis Esq, regarding a possible arbitration or suit. Letter mentions Mr.Thomas Swann, Mr. Robert I. Taylor, and Mr. Walter Jones. Handwritten note at the bottom.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New Orleans. Erwin writes in regard to collecting an account -- he doesn't want to call on \"our mutual friend Johnny Anderson\" for payment of his note, because Anderson considers himself a great man thereabouts and he has promised to pay upon the sale of his crop -- \"our friend Henry Johnston will be our next governor.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, postmarked \"New Orl. L Sept 15,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Jefferson. Re: A suit against a \"John Washington\" administrator of the estate of John Throckmorton. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Belmont. A discussion of a legal case, Penn vs. Cline, and Peters' opinion on land speculators. Written on the anniversary of GW's birth, Peters relates that \"This day brings into my mind many old recollections, both painful and pleasant\" and that he is going into Philadelphia to celebrate the birthday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Expressing concern over L.L's indisposition News of the death of a friend killed by an explosion in a steam boiler. News of several marriages. Visit of Judge Johnson and Edward Livingston; good prospects for the Judge's election. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\" Integral cover, wax seal (broken).","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Peters writes about publications, sending Washington six copies for his approval before printing. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.N.S. 1 page. \"I this day made a settlement with Mr. Daingerfield Lewis of my private account with my Brother George Lewis and I find exclusive of the property sold by my Brother at Mill Brook he stands indebted to me Five hundred and twenty one dollars and fifty nine cents ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Letter with cross-writing. Wishing him a quick recovery from his indisposition. News of the preparations for her impending visit to Phila. News of her household. Integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\"","A.L.S. 1 page. GWPC's letter accompanies a plate of the States china which is given to Mrs. [Trumbull], the widow of the late Gov. Trumbull.","Partially printed form signed by Samuel J. Cramer.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Concerning the executors of Washington's will.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - \"MaHa Bridge\" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.","Autograph document signed in the hand of Bushrod Washington, for the sale of land in Prince William County called Yorkshire Farm.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Writing in French, Frestel assures Nelly of his and G.W. Lafayette's affection for her -- they bid farewell to America where they have been received with such kindness -- can add nothing to what Georges has told her -- admonishes her to always remain as she is -- respects to her mother, grandmother and sisters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"recommended to the care of my M. friend George Washington Lafayette\" laminated, watermark, in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. Monticello. Lafayette expresses his affection for Nelly and her brother G.W.P. Custis -- and says he share more when he travels near her at the end of the month -- [This letter is also quoted by Nelly in letter of Nov. 22 to Eliz. Bordley Gibson]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Char. Va. Nov. 10\", laminated, red seal with device blurred, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Writing from Mount Vernon, Judge Washington provides his nephew with introductions to two Westmoreland Co. judges and gives advice on passing the Virginia bar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.","D. 2 pages. Estate of Thos. Peter indebtedness to estate of G.W.--Receipted to G.W. Peter by John A. Washington, attorney in fact for G.W.P. Custis, surviving executor of G.W. Document, endorsed \"Thomas Peter and wife,\" and \"Washington Exer. v. Washington Legatees, marked \"No. 21.\"","A.D. 2 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account with the Estate of Washington including expenses incurred by him from 1825 to 1833 for housing, food, clothing, medical attendance, and other items. Lewis states that all his other accounts with the Executor of the Estate are now settled and if anyone should desire to examine same he may do so. \"On account of Old free Negroes of the Estate.\" Autograph document signed, folio size invoice.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received copies of George Washington's letters from Chief Justice John Marshall -- will take them to Philadelphia in March -- proposes terms for publication and fee involved -- the Chief Justice thinks there will be 3 volumes. Autograph letter signed, draft. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\"","Eleanor C. Stuart draws a personal check for $140.00 on the Bank of Alexandria.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Leesburg. Regarding land and rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding Harrison's brother's books to be returned.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington II, Mount Vernon, regarding books and supply of sugar in the store room. Bushrod asked his nephew to bring to Alexandria some papers from the \"press which stands on the walnut chest of drawers in my outward study...\" Papers relate to the  administration of George Washington's estate. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod reports that he commenced cleaning the ditch in his large meadow but after riding to the meadow he found all hands would be required to take care of the hay which he plans to finish during the week. He thanks his neighbor for his offer to do the ditch but thinks he has the power to do it with his own help. He plans to invest some money and wants to purchase a share in the Dismal Swamp, if the sum is too large he would like to buy the share on partnership, however, he prefers to do so alone. He says he will communicate his neighbor's hints to Bushrod Jr. about the road which he is sorry to hear has been so much neglected.","Bushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington, Charlestown Jefferson County Virginia, regarding the price of brandy. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partial wax seal.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette thanks Nelly for her letter and regrets the impossibility of going to Woodlawn to visit before his Virginia visit -- will try to return early, about the 24th and come visit her and bring her to Washington to be there when Lafayette and his party depart. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then \"our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains\" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington. Letter of introduction for Lawrence Lewis requesting that he be shown the hospitality of Northhampton Co. Lewis wishes to go to Smith's Island.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Concerning the full length portrait of George Washington in military uniform which he painted in July 1790 for Mrs. Washington. At the time of this letter, the portrait was owned by \"Mrs. Custis\" (Eliza Parke Custis Law). It descended in the family and is at present in the collection at Winterthur. (see Eisen, \"Portraits of Washington\", vol. 11, p. 417 and Morgan and Fielding, \"The Life Portraits of Washington\", p. 165.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Regarding survey and boundaries of his land at Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. His lawyer writes that no bond was found in chancery court. Mr. Harrison should let him know if there is one filed in the court where the judgment was rendered.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette hasn't written her earlier because wanted to be able to tell her when he can visit -- he must await arrival of members of Congress, who meet on the Monday -- he has an appointment to dine with Mr. Calhoun on Tuesday -- on the 15th he must go to commencement of Columbia College [now the George Washington University] -- so he will make a first visit to Nelly and Judge Washington \"between Wednesday [the 7th?] and the 14th\" -- they can visit more over the greater part of the winter -- he saw her son Lorenzo as the latter was going to Philadelphia. Autograph letter, integral cover, Signature cut out and his name written in at bottom of letter .Date on original catalog card appears [1824 ?]. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Berryville. List of accounts for merchandise purchased by Lawrence Lewis from Berryville merchant Treadwell Lewis. The purchases include French brandy, rice, salt, linen, blank books, paper, molasses, cups, pots, halters, calomel, laudanum, and other dry goods.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadlephia. Disappointed not to have received payment from Mr. Hooe. Wishes to have the business closed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Promissory note payable to Augustine L. Washington for $329.55. Docketed on verso, Mr. Walter Johnson (C.L. Washington not identified).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Describes a visit to Mount Vernon. Also mentions having dined with President John Quincy Adams.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes \"I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting\" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Ca. May 11.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter discusses payments on bonds and when payments on bonds are due - stresses the importance of comparing contracts and bonds. Autograph letter signed, seal, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Brent is clerk of the District of Columbia. GW estate business. Judge Washington asks for deeds and bills of sale for lots in the District owned by General Washington. He suspects that George Corbin Washington may have recently sold lots which had previously been sold. Autograph letter signed, separate letter cover franked.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Amounts and payments owed to himself and Mr. Turner by Mr. Hooe.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely. Payments and bonds due him.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Washington and Blackburn.\" Regarding rents due to himself and Judge Washington.","Account of blacksmith work done done for Lawrence Lewis at Woodlawn, 1827-1829.","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington regrets that he cannot accept Meredith's invitation to dinner on account of his wife's health. Washington reports that for the last 5 or 6 years he has been obliged to decline all invitations to dinner or evening parties. He asks Meredith to accept his apology.","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis to 'My dear child,' Frances Parke Butler. This letter, written from Arlington while visiting her brother George Washington Parke Custis and 'Aunt Mary' briefly mentions Bushrod Washington's needed improvements to Mount Vernon, and repairs made to Woodlawn Plantation. She desires Parke send her a finished 'picture' of Parke herself, which she believes will be a 'faithful likeness.' She requests for it to be sent unframed and in placed in a morocco case for proper storage. Eleanor promises to send Parke various sundry goods, including corsets, corals, and silks. She also discusses family matters, including the death of Parke's 'Good Uncle Carter,' and the reaction of Eleanor's half sibling, also named Eleanor. Eleanor writes using a common 19th century practice of cross-writing. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 27.","D.S. 1 page. Written provenance of George Washington's shaving box by Phil Pendleton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding the measurements of water from the spring at the back of Judge Washington's house.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rockville, MD to Washington, D.C. The writer comments on the recent election in Maryland of two Jacksonian legislators, rather than administration men, explaining that the administration voters split their votes between too many candidates -- he claims that the electoral election will show a difference, and that an administration man will win, securing the district for John Quincy Adams -- gives permission to print this, leaving off his name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Rockville Md. 2nd Oct,\" letter marked \"to the editor,\" laminated, watermark (6 pt. star). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lee requests Bushrod Washington's recommendations for a teacher of \"settled character\" to teach the solid branches of education at a new female academy in Leesburg, Va., administered by Lee's sister. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis tells Bushrod that he is mindful of his obligation on the part of Genl. Washington's Estate. He reports that two gentlemen have funds of his in their hands which he shall authorize his brother to collect. He will borrow from a bank in order to cover the rest of the obligation. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond to Spotswood, Nottingham near Fredericksburg. Hamilton relates to Spotswood that no decision had taken place relative to his claim but it would be brought before Chief Justice Marshall on Monday next. Hamilton reports other legal matters relative to the case. He adds that he will be at home during Christmas and invites him to ride up for a visit.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. General Lafayette expresses his sympathy with Nelly and her family over the recent death of her grandson E.G.W. Butler, son of Parke and Mr. Butler -- his own recently-married granddaughter is ill with a serious complaint in lungs -- George W. Lafayette's daughter Natalie is recently married -- he and George are going to Paris soon because they have been elected deputies of \"This and the neighboring district of Meaux\" -- agrees that Cincinnati is a delightful place, but acknowledges that Nelly will be happier with her daughter in New York when Gen. Gaines moves there -- sends his regards to many of Nelly's family members by name -- received letter from G.W.P. Custis \"who I see has produced two very good plays.\" -- comments on Betty's [Eliza P. Custis's] poor situation and health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Mar 4,\" written on cover \"forwarded by your obt. ser. Wm. Whittock Jr. 4 March 1828,\" laminated, red seal.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send thanks for copies of George Washington letters but disappointed in not receiving GW autographs \"as it was my intention to distribute them in Europe among eminent persons ... I was particularly gratified with your account of Gen. Washington's devotional habits ...\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town, Va. He expresses satisfaction that his nephew Churchill seems to be more truly pious than most young people -- offers spiritual support and direction in a letter full of biblical allusions. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Uncle Washington Feby. 26 1828,\" badly mutilated, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Culpepper. Jane Thornton encloses two checks for partial payment of the claim Bushrod preferred against her. She will send the balance when it is convenient as her family is currently troubled by illness. She extends an invitation to Bushrod to visit should he ever be called to her part of the country. She is disappointed that he will not be sending his two sons to school near her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis apologizes for the delay in paying George Washington's estate the money he owes it -- he was disappointed in getting money from Eastern Shore of Va., and must await market for crops -- \"I have been often in want of a single dollar\" -- the market is very low at present. Autograph letter signed, mounted. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","The letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.","A.L.S. 1 page. G.C. Washington acknowledges General Stewarts acceptance of the draft on him. He reports that they are still engaged with the tariff [in Congress] and fears it will occupy some time as its fate is still in doubt. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Pleased with her son's use of French ... distressed to hear that Aunt Thornton has been unwell ... father and friends in the neighborhood send greetings ... Autograph letter signed, cover, written in French.","A.L.S. 9 pages. Recommends defeat of congressional resolution to abolish office of Major General ... act of Congress of Mar. 1799 settled the divisions of army units and officers on recommendation of Washington and Hamilton ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. Macomb.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"HUDSON.\"","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health and education. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Re: Senate bill to widen the draw of the Potomac Bridge from 35' to 50' or 55' ... Smith favors a draw of not less than 60' as boats are of larger and larger design ...","For one share of stock in the Potowmack Company. Value is 444.","Draft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets she cannot raise the money to pay a debt to the estate---has tried to raise money on her property in Kentucky---hopes to see Judge W-n in Jefferson this summer or fall when she hopes to pay part or all. [Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison, first married George Steptoe W-n---after his death she married a Mr. Todd of Ky.---they were married in the White House during Madison's presidency] Information received from Mrs. Todd, V-R FOR West Va.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis reports that he has nearly recovered from a serious illness. He relates that suits have been instituted against his debtors in order to meet his engagements with the Executors of Genl. Washington. Lewis will be in Fredrick, he hopes, during the month of August and would like to meet Bushrod there in order to explain more satisfactorily his prospects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Comments on an approaching election and his confidence in success ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Letcher.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"AMIES PHILADA.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smyrna Harbor. Written on board the U.S.S. Java in the Mediterranean. News of their trip abroad, including a visit to the \"Plains of ancient Troy.\" Also the story of an encounter on board the ship, The Warren, with the \"Celebrated Greek Pirate\" Marmaduke.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lucy Todd apologizes to Bushrod for leaving without conversing with him about settling her debt to him. Her situation was complicated by a suit brought by Charles Todd against her which required $2000 for satisfaction. She asks Bushrod to accept 40 shares of bank stock to liquidate as much of the debt as possible.","A.D.S. 3 pages. List of sundries purchased by the month. All personal items. Two tears with some loss of text.","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington, Philadelphia, writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, regarding family health and education. The letter mentions the death of Judge Richard Peters, longtime friend of Bushrod's. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words [\"that it\"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\" Autograph document signed, laminated.","D. 2 pages. Receipt from auditor's office in the state of Kentucky for 72 cents tax paid on 576 2/3 acres of land in Logan County, due from 1827.","A.L.S. 1 page. Secretary of State Clay (under J.Q. Adams) regrets to inform Washington that he does not have a position in the Department of State for the son of Washington's friend. \"If any existed your own recommendation ... would be entirely sufficient.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: an accounting of the way in which the nephew's son spent his money while with the Thorntons ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Christmas greetings and congrats on his election to the Presidency. Also mentions a locket she has sent containing the hair of General and Mrs. Washington, General Lafayette and her own. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docket by AJ.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. Lafayette writes that he is always glad to welcome Nelly's American friends in France -- he has several great-grandchildren -- Miss Henrietta Douglas in town and they talked of Woodlawn -- admitting that it is \"not proper\" for him to meddle in American politics, he offers a comment on American election of 1828 anyway in view of Nelly's \"electioneering wishes\" having been accomplished -- he wishes there had been less abuse on both sides -- recommends trip to Europe for Eliza Parke Custis Law, and grieves for her dejected state. Name on original manuscript appears as \"General Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Recd and forwarded by your Obt Ser. Wm. Whittock Jr.,\" laminated, Postmarked \"New York Mar. 10,\" red seal with device of man's head (George Washington's).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will \"resort to harsh measures\" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her country and travel alone -- \"I must totter on the the grave alone.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmaked \"Washn. City Apr. 22,\" laminated, black seal with waffle design, watermark (S and A Butler U.S.).","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle and aunt, Bushrod Washington and Julia Ann Washington, Mount Vernon, regarding family updates and describes her journey home from Mount Vernon. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for \"...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ....\" sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed \"Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829.\"","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health. She is grieved to hear of Bushrod's illness. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. He would die the following month. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet with partially burnt edges.","Possibly from John Augustine Washington. A.D. Requests interview to be confidential--doesn't know how his case will end, and has aversion to usual practices [at death]--his body not to be restrained in any way, not to be buried until signs of decay are seen--coffin to have holes bored in lid and sides [for air] in case of resuscitation--directions for removing his body to Mt. Vernon--nephew John [Augustine] Washington has been asked to come up. Autograph document, laminated, watermark (Hudson). Date on original catalog card appears [1829] [Nov. 14].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Washington City. Bushrod Washington Jr., writes that Cousin John [Augustine Washington] is doing the inventory of the late Judge Bushrod Washington's estate -- the two of them are having some doubt as to bequests, particularly about what books should be considered part of the law library -- they suggest a solution, and are trying to iron out difficulties on that point and to clarify one boundary line -- he suggests George mind his health and travel in a closed carriage rather than by horseback -- Bushrod Jr's. family is expected at Mt. Zephyr today. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Geo. C. Washington, written in a later hand \"Son of Col. Wm. A. Washington and brother of Hon. G.C. Washington, on business concerning settlement of Gen'l Washington's estate,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Ca Dec. 30,\" laminated.","Autograph note, 1 page. Accepts dinner invitation ...","Account, 3 pages. List of household sundries purchased by Lorenzo Lewis by the month.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Results of his search re: Revolutionary claims of John Thornton and Jane W-n Thornton in 1788 ... quotes from a resolution of the Committee of Claims ... nothing conclusive ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Philadelphia. The eclipse--Aunt Rosalie [Stuart 's] engagement [to George Turberville ?]--her landscape painting-- attending lectures--Sonny [Parke's son, E.G W. Butler]--Mr. Hervian has finished cousin Mary [Custis] portrait. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1830] Feb. 13. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked .\" Forwarded by Mr L. L [ ], laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. He writes to his brother, the Congressman, asking for information on whether there is or will be a bill during this session before Committee on Territories for establishment of the Huron Territory -- he also wants all pamphlet speeches on Foot's Resolution -- wants to collect them all and have them bound. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Aug. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, and in later hand.\" Brother of Go. C. Washington\",\" postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 12 March 1830,\" free.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mr. Peyton wishes to follow through a suit against the estate of Andrew Parks and Wm A. Washington regarding land titles of sales of certain Kanawah acreage and Federal City lots which formed part of the estate of General Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Peyton, John H.\" Autograph letter signed, (on inside page - see Wm A. W-n letter to Robert Beverly of May 17, 1830).","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writing to support passage of a bill to incorporate the Alexandria Canal Co ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Sarah Washington expresses her sympathy on the grave illness of George Corbin Washington's only daughter [Eleanor Ann Washington] -- she herself has a \"floating gout\" caused, she believes, by sorrows for the losses of others -- she shares family news, mostly health-related -- Lawrence Washington, husband of her daughter Sarah, has bought Combleton and they reside there [Westmoreland County] -- Sarah mourns the loss of carriage horses, which with her inability to walk keep her confined -- when the family goes north every year for 3-4 months, she is \"totally alone.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 18 May 1830,\" watermark (dove of peace, and No. 2).","A.D. 2 pages. A list of the letters and whether in hands of Sparks Hamilton--a note at the end says \"those marked S. are in my possession, and were among the papers sent to me from Mount Vernon by Judge Washington.\" Autograph document, in hand of J. Sparks, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Lawrence announces news of death of Geo. C. Washington's half brother, William. A. Washington [Jr.] of bilious fever and hemorrhage . (Lawrence Washington was husband of Geo. C.'s half sister Sarah Tayloe Washington, and son of Henry Washington of Westmoreland City.) He wanted George Corbin Washington to hear the news directly before reading it in the newspapers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge June 25, 1830\", free, laminated watermark (Amies Philada. No. 2, dove of peace and No. 2).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Washington.\" Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Coulsmon Va. June 29,\" in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).","Reproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and stopping places along road. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"City of Washington Jul 14\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfax Washington writes that the estate has no money to pay Lewis the interest already past due at this time -- he must depend on present crop for any money -- as sending it now would be a \"fatal interruption\" to the next crop, he asks indulgence for one last time until he can finish seeding. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Battletown Va. Jul 19\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. Internal evidence suggests that this is a postscript to a letter from G.W. Lafayette to Nelly. The elder Lafayette writes that his son (G.W. Lafayette) reelected member of House of Deputies -- anxious about Eliza Custis's health -- hopes \"the marriage of Hortensia Monroe, of which I have lately Heard, may procure for her more consolation with respect to her grand children than she has been [ ] to receive from their father.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Sept 1\", red seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria to Audley. Description of two newly acquired fine mares, and arrangements concerning their registration and pedigree papers.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her child and then grandchildren -- R[ogers], since his marriage, has kept [grand]children from her -- she hasn't seen them for 18 months -- she lives in state of anxiety and distress, with constant pain in her side -- she relates her efforts to help Snow's son politically -- she is now in Gadsby's National Hotel near Bank of Washington -- complains of the difficulty in getting good servants -- \"the liberation of many negroes within the last twelve or fifteen years, has rendered them generally worthless - utterly corrupted the slaves, so that now 'tis almost impossible to hire a decent servant.\" -- Mary Lee Randolph Custis is engaged to marry youngest son of General Lighthorse Harry Lee [that is, Robert E. Lee]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Hond. by the Revd. George Washington Blagden,\" but crossed out, postmarked \"Washington City.[ ]Nov.[ ],\" laminated, watermark.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment. Order to the Cashier of the Potomac Bank to pay $58.17. Signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by Lawrence Lewis as executor of George Washington's estate. (See also Baird's bills dated April 28, 1831 and 1830-1.)  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph document signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by L. Lewis as Executor of G.W.'s estate.","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for stone work for the vault at Mount Vernon. $58.17. receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831\". [See also Baird's bill dated April 28, 1831 and check dated Dec. 27 1830]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. E. Baird.\" Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831.\"","Formal letter in French signed by Marquis de Lafayette as president of the Comite Central Polonais.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Encloses memorandum [now missing] expresses gratitude for W-n's efforts in his behalf ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Union Hotel watermark: \"AMIES PHILADA\", dove, black wax seal, oval impression.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House. Custis writes to Rev. Orr that the state of the river is preventing access to Georgetown which prevented earlier answer -- he declines election as Director of African Education Society -- agricultural and literary avocations make it impossible to give it full attention -- wishes the Society all success -- in a postscript asks Orr with Mr. McNeall to render into Latin an inscription intended for a tomb for Washington's mother: \"To Mary The Mother of Washington The Virginian Matron Who gave to her Country and the World A Hero without ambition, A Patriot without reproach Aetatis 85.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"G.W. Custis letter to Isaac Orr July 25. 1831.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Maj. Lawrence Lewis has finished new vault -- he came today to examine the coffins -- many cannot be moved without going to pieces -- your father's coffin [Wm. A. Washington] is entirely to pieces, cannot be moved -- better send someone to make a new coffin -- Major Lewis will move them next week or so -- my health is bad -- have written Mr. Roberson on this subject -- have not received receipt for George's first six months' tuition and board -- please ask them to send bill and receipt -- George's expenses greater than they should be, especially for his shoes -- my other son is at Mr. Brent's school and his shoes are much less. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.C.W., laminated, watermark (Mode), postmarked \"Alexa Ca. Mar. 4,\" marked\"Free.\"","Receipt. 1 page. Cloth and thread purchased for Negro clothing. Amount $7.80.","Genealogy chart, Washington family. Has a key for the several proprietors of Mount Vernon. Appears to be inaccurate.","A.D.S. Bill for $5.00 for stonework for the vault at Mount Vernon. Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird, docketed \"Genl. Washington's Estate to Thos. E. Baird $5. April 28 1831.\" [See also Baird's bill dated 1830-31, and L. Lewis's check to Baird dated Dec. 27, 1830].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Has directed the gardener to take over the first peas--hopes they will be acceptable to her and Major Mason--sister is recovering--husband's business kept her from going to her--tomorrow we set off--letter from Augustine [John A. W-n ?]--\"boys are all well\"--thanks her for inviting Augustine to spend vacation with her son but Mr. W. thinks him too young and volatile to be without parental or teacher's control--respects to Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, written in a later hand is incorrect information, \"Mrs. J. C. Washington wife of Judge Bushrod Washington,\" laminated.","For linen and thread - $1.69 1/4.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha. Acknowledges receipt of circular letter regarding their desire to reinter remains of Mrs. Mary Washington in church and erect monument--from knowledge of her simple likes, he dissents from scheme as her only surviving grandchild of the name--suggests a plain monument erected on spot she's buried now as best memorial--thanks them for intended honor. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Capt. Samuel Washington of Kanhawa. his refusal to give up the remains of Mary the Mother of Washington with all the other near relatives to be placed in a contemplated Church in the town of Fredericksburg\", laminated. [Letter to members of Monumental Committee of Fredericksburg].","A.L.S. 1 page. They have been appt. a committee by citizens of Fredericksburg and vicinity to \"rescue from oblivion the spot, where by her own selection lie intered the remains of your venerated and respected relative Mrs. Mary Washington\"--requests assent and co-operation in raising a monument. Letter, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa Ca June 8,\" laminated, watermarks.","The son of George Washington's sister, Lawrence Lewis authorizes Thomas Griggs to bring back a slave named Shadrach and his brother Arlington who ran away separately from Lewis' farm near Battletown.","A.L.S. Alexandria to Audley. Name on originaly manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\"","Haywood. Describes her poor health and her unhappy situation since the death of her son William Augustine. Mrs. Washington asks Mr. Beverley to clear up some trouble she is having proving the payment of a debt. Signature on manuscript appears as \"Sarah Washington Senior.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","A.L. 2 pages. Audley. Copy of letter. Negative reply to the request that Nancy Coxe spend the winter in Philadelphia with the Lewis family.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Nashville. Relates to a suit between a Mr. Ervin and a Mr. Blake. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. (Thomas Washington not identified. Possibly Thomas Blackburn W-n, son of George Corbin Washington). 1802-1894.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Boston to Baltimore. Promises to supply Gilmore with autograph letters, particularly \"those of Revolutionary note.\" Complains about William Sprague, GW document collector. Asks Gilmore to ask Charles Carroll about his memories of the Conway Cabal, \"particularly the names of those, who were unfavorably disposed towards [Gen. Washington] in Congress.\" Autograph letter signed, address leaf, seal, postmark.","Lawrence Lewis writes to George Corbin Washington regarding the remains of their uncle George Washington. Notes that 'Cousin John' - John Augustine Washington - refused to have Washington's remains disturbed despite the two houses of Congress desire to place them in the cellar (used for coal and wood) of the Capital which Lewis finds insulting. Mentions an already approved equestrian statue of Washington to be placed in a square as a better location under which to place Washingtons's remains. Expresses that the final movement of Washington to the new vault complied with their uncle's last expressed wish despite the public's claim that the remains belong to them and should be given upon demand. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked - Alexandria 'Feb 17'.","Receipt. Henry Brown, State Treasurer. Tax receipt for year 1831 for 500 acres of land in Union County, Ohio. Signed by D[eneas?] Adams, Chief Clerk. Partly printed form, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Mr. W-n's health fluctuating* ... will be traveling again this summer, pleased that she is nicely situated with brother's family ... invitation to Mount Vernon if W-ns in residence next winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. *John A., Sr. died on June 26, 1832.","Letter to Frances Lewis Butler from her sister and mother. Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, also nicknamed 'Tiffin,' writes to her sister about her recent trip to Washington, D. C. where she witnessed debates in the Senate and House. Confesses that she also attended a '[Henry] Clay meeting' and rather enjoyed it. Reports that members from the meeting later visited Mount Vernon and Mr. Bradford of Virginia delivered an excellent and appropriate address at the tomb. Mentions other family members. Nelly adds her own letter to the latter part of the document, commenting on 'Sonny's' portrait [by Chapman] and the response of a visitor as the \"best likeness of a child he ever saw.\" It is the greatest ornament in their parlor. Writes about the weather, picking wild strawberries and various family members as well as upcoming travel plans. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 28.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Woodlawn. Information on fees paid by his uncle [Bushrod W-n] in suit Cresap vs. McLai[n ?]--Maria [Anne Maria Washington ?] suffering from chills and fever. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. House of Representatives to Georgetown. Announces death of John A. Washington about 2 o'clock while writer was with a party at Mt. Vernon--Dr. Mason with him--had been better but sudden hemorhage carried him off in minutes--hasten to distressed family if it is convenient.Date on original catalog card appears [1832] [June 26].Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Announcing death of John A. Washington of Mt. Vernon,\" watermark (D.I. Canfield).","Bond. D. 1 page. G.C.W. to pay $711.10 for his shares of stock of Potomac Co., under will of B. Washington, deceased--obligation being he must refund on demand due proportion of any deals or just demands hereafter appearing against B. Washington, deceased. Document, unsigned, [on reverse is form for same transaction with G.C.W-n in his position as trustee for Bushrod Washington Jr.'s children,] watermark.","D. 1 fragment. Thomas Beall of Georgetown, heirs of Washington County. Mostly real property taxes ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses stock gilli seed ... will send Polianthus seeds and roots ... planning to board in Alexandria until late Mar ... sons at Howard School ... wants Maria to attend [Benjamin] Hallowell's school ... accepts offer of White fig and passion fruit ... will make every effort to keep up with MV without involving the children's estates ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Visited downstairs rooms only--furniture all changed from G.W.'s day--key of Bastille and marble mantle and numerous statues and paintings--\"you may not be aware that the best likeness of Washington was what might almost be said to have been a chance drawing on a pitcher. This is preserved in an elegant frame and under a green veil\"--description of old and new tombs--\" ... the tomb itself though by way of distinction called new is in a state delapidation [sic] disgraceful to the nation if indeed the nation had anything to do with it\"--8 or 10 slaves on estate--old negro acted as guide, told anecdotes--mulatto woman--\"the blood of some of the W. family no doubt ran in her veins\"--all servants there expected tips from visiters--good description of the state capitol in Richmond and city guard which is [he thinks] designed to hold slaves in check. Name does not appear on original manuscript. Early description of Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter, integral cover docketed \"Tap Wentworth,\" laminated, watermark.","Resolution of thanks by Washington Board of Aldermen, to George Corbin Washington, E.F. Chambers, and L. Jarvis. Public appreciation of their successful support of Congressional measures to promote interests of city of Washington ... to be honored at a dinner ...","A.D. Travel journal including a description of a visit to Mount Vernon. April 18 - May 15, 1833.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Requests Humphreys to look into the \"situation, price and payments of Flore's farm\" ... would like to purchase a small farm for daughter, Maria ... brother Bush'd [bro-in-law probably] in Ohio disposing of a tract of her land ... her sister and others in Fredericksburg for corner stone laying of monument to Mary Ball W-n ... Barrows, the, donor, taking care of them ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jane C.\" Autograph letter signed, (1 1/2 of text), integral cover; the docket identifies the writer.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Woodlawn. Lengthy account of use of snake-weed as a cure for hydrophobia. Where found, how to prepare and administer. Several case histories.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Pha. Alms House to Brucetown Frederick County, Virginia. Asks about money loaned by him to Dr. Snyder and not repaid--could have made several hundred dollars in a few days by investing it in stock--will subscribe to Saturday Evening Post for him-- approves of sending cousin Charles to college. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Churchill.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Phil Oct 4\", docketed \"The Funeral,\" laminated, watermarked (J.L. Robeson, Phila.).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter with envelope addressed to Mrs. Hay, nee Monroe. Envelope docketed in French, \"recommander aux (?) de Monsieur Daveral, Charge d'affaires du Etats Unis a Naples (?).\" Personal letter, family news, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: crop of wheat and shipments of flour.","A.L.S 3 pages. Department of State, Washington. Quotes from G.W.'s letter to President of Congress in 1781 requesting that writers be employed to copy down revolutionary documents of his which were never copied and are on loose sheets--Congress did so, and is in possession of some--if he (J.A.W) has more, would he consent to have it deposited among National Archives? Copy certified and sealed in 1850 as true copy of record in file of State Dept.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Writes to answer letter stating govt's desire to have official papers of G.W. to put in national Archives in State Dept.--description of documents in his possession--estimates of no. of papers in collection he will consent to being deposited in national archives--would like to give the papers but feels he cannot--\"I am willing that the Government shall possess all the papers of a general character or in any manner connected with the Colonial revolutionary and political history of the country, only reserving such as are of a privat nature, or which it would be obviously improper to make public.\"--doesn't know what price to ask--papers at present in possession of Mr. [Jared] Sparks for publishing--will discuss terms with govt.--has portion of G.W.'s library relating to public records of the country and will sell them too. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to Hon. L. McLane Bill No 446 Washington Papers, Books etc Jany. 3d. 1834 No. 3,\" laminated. [Below is added as a note \"These Books were delivered with the papers to the State Department. No additional allowance being made for them\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town. Reflections on new year and transitory nature of life--advice to her. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"A New Years Gift,\" laminated, directed \"per Mr.[ ].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Answers inquiry of [nephew of Geo. A. Washington] regarding military rank and bounty claim of Geo. A. W-n--\"It appears from the rolls furnished the War Dept that Maj. W[ashington] was returned as a Lieutenant at the close of the war, which was probably the rank he held in the Regiment from which he was taken to perform the duty of Aid de Camp. According to the existing military laws the appointment of Aid gives the title of Major without the command or compensation, and officers, upon relinquishing that Situation, which is frequently the case, return to duty in their regiments with the rank held before leaving them. Upon disbanding the Army, I presume, therefore, that the officers were mustered out of service according to their regimental rank and not agreeably to the rank held in the Staff.\"--Maj. W. entitled to 2666 2/3 acres Va. bounty land--State troops already pd. in lands by govt. but not Continental troops, of which Maj. W. seems to have been member. Autograph letter signed, watermark (P and C).","Printed form completed in manuscript. The top half of the form is a prospectus for Jared Sparks's Life and Writings of Washingotn, with Historical Notes, Illustrations, Engravings, \u0026c. It features a wood engraving of the \"Evacuation of Boston, from a Revolutionary medal.\" The bottom of the form certifies that Oliver B. Dorance - a lawyer and freemason from Portland, Maine - has paid 5 dollars for volumes two and three of Sparks's book. The receipt is signed by Benjamin R. Downes on behalf of the publisher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia to Waltham. Refers to his [Green's] review of Jefferson's papers--Jefferson's claim that G.W. \"belonged to the School of Infidelity\" is slanderous--sends him pamphlet on the subject --during revolution when G.W. was at Morristown N.J., \"[G.W.] was, at his particular request, admitted to commune at the Lord's Table, with the Presbyterian church of that place, then under the pastoral care of the Revd. Dr. Timothy Jones. There were, not long since, and I believe there still are, living, eye-witnesses of this fact.\"--the Genl. and Mrs. W. attended Baptism of T. Lear's child in 1791. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"Rev Dr Green, the most aged and most distinguished of the old presbyterians,\" red seal broken off.","Promissory note. Promise to pay $87.88 nine months after date. Document, fragment, endorsed \"P. Washington and C. Burwell Note,\" laminated. Assigned to Thos. Timbalake, May 9, 1834 $40. receipted Sept. 9, 1835.","A.L.S. Senate Chamber, Washington. Letter of introduction for friends.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Iberville, Louisiana to New Orleans. Writes in a humorous vein about Conrad's sudden preference for rural retreats--received articles from Mr. Krumbhaar; sorry they are not what he wanted--have Mr. Krumbhaar procure berths or staterooms on ship for them--Sonny and Sissy send love [Parke's children, E.G.W. Butler and E.A. Isabella Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Iberville La May 27 1834\", laminated, black seal.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Check on Bank of the Metropolis for $27. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge E.S. Md. Explains his absence from stockholders mtg. of the Canal Co., sending his vote for Geo. C. W-n as President ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 4 pages. To New Orleans. Arrived at White Sulpher after fatiguing journey [from La.]--Commodore Biddle here--describes scenery and their location, a cabin.","Includes a letter from Nelly written crosshatch across Mary Eliza Angela Conrad's. She and Angela talk constantly of him--teases him about Angela--the Magill (?) ring and his profile are carefully guarded by Angela--trip very fatiguing and miserable--stay at the springs a while to restore health--then to Audley, but will return to [Woodlawn] before his visit--speaks of friends on voyage home--rejoices that he doesn't use tobacco in any form--his brother Alfred--anxious lest Ive's humor toward him will change--he is a mad man. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. White Sulphur to New Orleans. She is finishing a dress for her mother--hopes his journey will be safe. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [July 4]. ","Includes letter from Nelly written in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. Worried about Parke; no news from her--they go on to Sweet Springs--hopes this will benefit Angela who has had 3 attacks of nervous pain in her face--if they aren't at Woodlawn by mid-August when he visits, go to postmaster in Alexandria and then come to A[udley]--if he goes to Fred[erick], go to Berryville (sometimes called Battletown,) and Audley is just 2 miles--admonishes him not to say \"cursed\" or any other bad words because her sister [in-law] Mrs. Custis disapproves--[Here she leaves room for a postscript by M.E.A. Lewis] describes their location--live in brick house, one of a row of them called \"Paradise Row\"--Mr. Custis and Mr. Bowers of New Orleans are here--a band and dancing here--few genteel men there--friends at the spring.","A.L.S. 2 pages. White Sulphur Spring to New Orleans. \"You are unreasonable to call me cold, and an icicle. I am neither.\"--denies going out with handsome young men. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, marked \"Sulphur Springs Va. July 12, 1834,\" postmarked \"White Sulr. Sprs. Va, Jul. 13,\" laminated. ","A long letter by E.P. Lewis is added as a postscript in crosshatch. A.L.S. 3 pages. Altho Angela seems cold to him, she really thinks of him all the time--Commodore Biddle--Harry [Henry] Clay is here--life and people at White Sulphur--asks that Conrad's sisters write Angela a line or two giving their approbation of his fiancee, but not to let Angela know she suggested it--Beau Nash of White Sulphur, Lewis Caldwell--thinks her health will be completely restored by the Springs.","Form for relinquishing Washington papers to the U.S. Government, drawn up by Jared Sparks for Geo. C. Washington to copy. [See letter of same date, Sparks to G.C. Washington].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Tudor Place to Philadelphia. Arrived last evening after tedious trip down canal--detoured at Harpers Ferry--leave tomorrow for Woodlawn. Anxiety over his health--will be ready to receive him any day after tomorrow--hopes he was enlightened by the good company of his journey--advises him to put his loved ones under protection of [God]--left Audley of Friday, was sick all way to Charlestown--is well now--talk of acquaintances--don't forget the profiles.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. She misses him--entertaining guests--has received more songs to learn--will commence some keepsakes for his brothers and sisters--remind him of promise not to keep house with Mr. [John ?] S[li]d[el]l this winter--cautions him to be careful of his eyes--numbers all her letters so he can tell if any are lost--writes of every one's good opinion of him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked [ ] D.C. Oct 18,\" marked No. 1, laminated. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis. The Dr. says the disease is called Ptirgium [Ptergium] and requires an operation--she tore up her obnoxious letter and did her best to make them (?) happy while they were here.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Norfolk--she watched his boat for 15 min. thru a spy glass, but could see no one aboard--his brother [Alfred Conrad] arrived today--admonishes him to be careful of his eyes and do not let any not a first rate surgeon perform the operation [for Ptergium]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, black seal blurred, \"favrd. by Mr. Alfred Conrad.\" ","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows: A.L.S. 3 pages. Sends him a rose kissed by Tiffin [Angela]--[Angela] misses him badly--his brother's stay makes them all happy--he says he will come again in Jany.--his clothes he lent haven't been returned--warns Charles to have nothing further to do with Mrs. F. la Dianola, or a scandal may result--don't get into any altercations on politics or other matters--she has finished transfering card baskets and given them a coat of varnish--will make another basket and box and will make 2 pr. [screens] for his house. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 18]. Autograph letter signed, directed \"Favr'd by Mr. Alfred Conrad,\" [letter added to letter from M.E.A. Lewis to Charles Conrad, same date].","A.L.S. 1 page. His brother Alfred has left--will commence making the [guards ?] for his brothers--\"I looked at the names you carved yesterday\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct 2[]\", laminated, marked \"No. 2 by mail.\" ","Letter by Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch: A.L.S. 3 pages. Anxiety over his long sea journey--anxious over his eyes--get best medical opinion and nursing care if an operation is necessary--Alfred [Conrad] promised to come in Jany., but she advises Charles not to risk it--his brother Alfred's impediment--\"I would not have you condescend to B.[?] in any way, and if she slights this attention leave them to themselves.\" --Lt. Richard Lee went to Texas with $15000 and never heard of since--warns Charles not to go to Texas or Mexico--Ferd[inand Coxe, Esther Maria Coxe Lewis's brother] is here doing nothing much--he is very indolent--Angela spends much time walking. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. If he hasn't answered [Lorenzo's] letter, please do--Dr. Physick's opinion agrees with Dr. Washington's regarding Charles' eyes--is reading \"Mrs. Trollop's tour in Belgium and Western Germany\"--her opinion of Mrs. Trollope's veracity--Capt. Bell \"of opossum and persimon notoriety\" visited--has been playing Backgammon with Ferdinand [Coxe]--she practices her music--her father has made her a frame for flowers in a room with constant fire--announcement of Mr. Wm. Taylor of Point-Coupee marriage to Miss Thom of Culpeper County--\"I think he has treated my friend Virginia shabbily\"-warns him about care of his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 27,\" marked \"No 2,\" laminated red seal blurred. ","A postscript is added by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Anxious about his safe arrival and his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Glad he's arrived safe at Charleston--scolds him for flirtation--the Wirt girls--\"..the good City of New Orleans has disgraced itself by firing a salute to Mr. [Geo.] Poindexter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 31,\" laminated, broken black seal. Date on original catalog card appears 1834 O[ct.] 28. ","A long letter follows from E. P. Lewis in crosshatch; A.L.S. 3 pages. His safe arrival in Charleston--his \"besetting sin\" a weakness for soft dark eyes--warns him to be careful of his looking at pretty faces, to remember the A.C.'s and the Pyles--the Wirt girls are flirts, break engagements without 2nd thought--her anxiety about his unguarded and trusting attitude toward others--he must overcome this--cautions him about using his eyes--sends regards to friends in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 28].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Laughed at his letter about the Wirt girls--they are the objects of much scandal--Mrs. Butler (alias Fanny Kemble's) book softened before being printed for American public--her attacks on American manners--Mrs. Trollope's descriptions of German and American society--wife of her cousin [Mary W. Lewis] Willis [wife of Byrd Willis and daughter of Geo. Lewis] died of epidemic in Pensacola. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 2,\" marked \"No. 3\", laminated. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Adds to Angela's tale of the scandals about the Misses Wirt--cautions him against flirtations--reminds him of his flirtation with Mrs. Pyle.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Montgomery[Ala.]--can procure no teachers in music or French, so teaches herself--reads Trevelyan's novel--\"Aunt Anna and myself drank your health and safe return in a Bumper, after Mother and Father had left the table.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Nov. 6,\" marked \"The 3rd letter from E. P. L.,\" black seal with swan and nest and motto. ","Long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 3 pages. Cautions him about straining his eyes--Tiffin [Angela] will continue to write weekly, but she will write only if anything worth relating comes up--talk of mutual friends--she has transferred pair of screens for [Charles and Angela's] domicile--A. to do a pr. for the drawing room--has done several pieces of handwork for them--box for chess men, card basket, etc.--Mr. Moore is here with Mr. L[ewis] settling accts. of Genl. W-n's estate--questions Conrad on origin of the woolsack in Parliament--advice for taking care of cloths and keeping warm and dry.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Gives him an example of her daily schedule--scenery near Woodlawn--father [Lawr. Lewis] promises to take them in carriage \"as far as it can go towards Porters Battery, and we are to walk the rest of the distance\"--has information on friends in New Orleans--asks about building of water works and gas works there--finished reading Trevelyan. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 9,\" marked \"No. 4,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Copies for him a few verses from a novel \"Pinmoney,\" called \"The Undying One\"--inquires about Leonard R. Aling in Tampico.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter from N. Orleans--Aunt [Mary]Custis and her daughter Mrs. [Robt. E.] Lee visited--her friend Mrs.[ ] Powell--Cousin Mary [Custis Lee] will live in Washington this winter--\"They are my favorite Aunt and cousin\"--expects to take up painting for winter but is indolent. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 16,\" marked \"No. 5,\" laminated, red seal smeared. ","A postscript by Mrs. E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Advice on frugality and his health--chimney in parlour which was so unsightly is now done over.","A.L.S. 1 page. Glad Alfred [Conrad's brother] liked her--his eyes--will write on Saturday. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. ","Postscript by E.P. Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. [Angela] studies her French and exercises for his sake--cautions him about his eyes--even if he were to go blind [Angela] would stick by him--fears he was angered or hurt by her [warnings on flirtations]--[Angela] begins drawing in crayon--one of Charles Conrad's uncles was [G.W.P. Custis'] intimate friend--her family--Col. House died of cholera in Georgetown--stories of [Geo.] Poindexter's cheating at cards--mutual friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 20,\" black seal obscured.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' eyes--brother [Lorenzo Lewis] and family arrived [from Philadelphia]--has new music to learn--received several gifts--[Lorenzo] heard nothing of the Pyles--Ferdinand Coxe confined to his room-[Lorenzo] brought 2 Jackson medals to add to her cabinet--[Lorenzo and family] leave soon and return after Xmas for a while--hopes his business progresses--has just read \"The Camp and Court of Napoleon\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 24,\" marked \"No. 6\", red seal obscured. ","A long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. The twins [Lawrence Fielding and John Ed. Coxe Lewis]--gifts to Angela--a friend brought Tiffin [Angela] a piece of the Plymouth Rock for her cabinet--warns him not to eat oysters because they are thought to cause cholera--always keep strong mint lozenges by him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter written after trip to Baton Rouge--family and mutual friends--her music improves but little, though she practices diligently--has read a life of Marshall Ney and cannot admire him--now is reading a History of Bayard--ships lost in violent storms. ame on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Dec. 1,\" marked \"No. 7,\" red seal obscured. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Lorenzo inquired about the Pyle's but could learn nothing--\"I trust you will never think it necessary to renew your acquaintance with them anywhere.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Nov. 29]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. [Lawrence Lewis] requests to pay money he owes to servant--[Lorenzo] and family arrived safe at Phila.-watched eclipse of [sun] thru smoked glass--skipped thru \"The Polish Chiefs\" a story of Kosciusco's love--because of this Aunt Anna called her a cold blooded Yankee, and that no warm blooded Virginian could have resisted such a tale of woe--is reading Jeanie Deans/The Heart of Midlothian [Scott]--admires characters in this book much. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 6,\" marked \"No. 8,\" red seal with obscured device. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Shocked to read in his letter,\"Really, from the style of your letters one would suppose that you were the fiancee, not she, you are more jealous than she is ... \"in answer to her admonitions [regarding flirting]--lectures him about respect due to a parent and old lady--will abstain hereafter from advising him.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Glad Supreme Ct. decided in his favor--\"that poor man Parker\" who has aroused ire of people in N. Orleans--is reading the novel \"Henri Quatre\"--the gig is a very dangerous carriage; tells a story of Mr. Mason being injured in one--great no. of shipwrecks this fall; hopes he won't return by water --speaks of friends in La.--thanks for the oranges. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 15,\" marked \"No. 9,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","There follows a postscript written by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 1 page. Asks that both forget their quarrel and think carefully before writing anything better left unsaid.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dr. Henry Daingerfield visits--he threw mistletoe leaves in fire to see if Charles is constant--visiters--her French gets tedious, and she spends much time reading--is reading a hist. of Spain--coming marriage of Susan [Randolph] Taylor and Moncure Robinson [civil engineer building Philadelphia and Reading R.R.]-received as Christmas gift \"Landscape Annual\" for1835--is doing handiwork. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec.[ ], marked \"No 10\", laminated, red seal blurred. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Is trying to make him a birthday gift--thanks for information about Woolsack [in Brit. Parliament]--hopes to see him on Supreme Ct. some day--congratulations on birth of [a nephew].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Weather--much snow--business detains Lorenzo in Phila.--Parke's son \"Sonny\" [E.G.W. Butler] going to school in Baton Rouge--hopes he will read the books every day or at least every Sunday for her gratification--[ice] skating a favorite amusement in this part of the country--will get [Lorenzo] to make a sleigh when he comes--friends--snow 21 inches deep. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 31,\" marked \"No. 12,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 1 page. Wishes he could have partaken of her [Christmas] pies, cake and jellies.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of payments on the estate of George Washington. Summary of payments received and paid on the estate of GW. Includes a reference to Wm. Yeaton enclosing the tomb at Mt. Vernon in 1835. Expenses incurred on behalf of old Negroes.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to get mail to town on time because of weather--snow 21 inches deep on Dec. 29--visiters--[Lorenzo] leaves Audley tomorrow--has been told a states righter is afraid to visit because she treated a Virginia gentleman so badly--discusses friends and C.'s relatives--a new hotel, gas lights, and water works for N. Orleans--stays by the fire reading novels, of Miss [Maria] Edgeworth and Walter Scott--doing needlework for [Lorenzo]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 5,\" marked \"No. 13,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","Postscript follows from E.P. Lewis. 2 pages. Bad weather--deepest snow in 35 years--quotes from letter of E.B. Gibson's about Angela.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Wishes Charles to visit Parke when he next goes up river--news of friends--anecdote of Fanny Kemble, now Mrs. [Pierce] Butler (her efforts to get brown as an Indian at New Port)--weather--river frozen over--has read \"Woodstock.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 10,\" marked \"No. 14,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to break practice of sleeping with window open in winter--has been painting birds from Wilson's Ornithology for Lolen [Lorenzo]--promises to paint Cherry Bird and humming bird for Angela--grandmother's recipe for lip salve, from Glass' Cookery--some oranges have been frozen in storeroom for keeping.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Brother [Lorenzo] and family here--crosses Shenandoah River on ice, carrying the two babies [Lawrence Fielding, and John R.C. Lewis]--is reading \"Last Days of Pompeii\"--comparison of Bulwer's and Scott's novels--guests--approves Mr. [Henry] Clay's report on the subject of war with France--\" ... it is well that he is sometimes correct\"--fears Charles thinks her a little \"to far north in my disposition\"--[Lawrence Lewis says for him to keep the money Mr. Bullitt has for him].  ","A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to \"let bygones be bygones\"--hopes he received her peace-making postscript--hopes she hasn't hurt or angered him--still [painting] birds for her children.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Entreats him never to mention again in any way the unfortunate postscript which her mother wrote [see letter of Dec. 5, 1834]--gratified he has kept his promise to her about playing cards--attack on Gen. Ripley--visit to Mt. Vernon--Miss Harriet Martineau to visit Woodlawn--[English miscellaneous writer, literary lion of the time]--a fancy ball in Washington-- [Lorenzo] anxious for him to send the \"curious snakes\" to add to his collections of natural subjects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan 26,\" marked \"No. 16,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Pleased he is reading [religious] books she gave him--Miss [Harriet] Martineau will be unable to come to Woodlawn after all--Lorenzo goes to Washington to pay her their respects and make apologies--she is to get invitation to big fancy dress ball on Feb. 22, her first--Esther's brother Ferdinand [Coxe] goes to W. Indies to restore health--is reading Miss Martineau's \"Poor Laws and Paupers\"--actresses and actors--a postscript, dated Jan. 31, tells of storm with thunder and lightening--Lorenzo's children. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Jan. 31 Alexandria D.C.,\" marked \"No 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to account for irregularity of mail--his attendance at a Masquerade--wants to have complete confidence in him, even in trifles--Miss Mason married to Mr. [Sidney S.] Lee, brother of [Robt. E. Lee]--intend to visit Arlington--Miss Martineau [Harriet]--she is reading Henry Bulwer's \"France\" \"[France: Social, Literary and Political\", 1834, 1st part of work called \"The Monarchy of the Middle Classes\", (1836)]--tells him of clipping from Liverpool paper complimentary to Senators--a new bonnet--Parke not to send Sonny [E.G.W. Butler] to school until next year. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Feb. 9,\" marked \"No 18,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 2 pages. Glad he liked the [silhouette of Angela ?] --glad he's taken her advice [on his health]--Miss M[artineau].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Aunt [Martha] Peter and Brittania [Peter Kennon] visiting--fancy dress ball canceled, and a common subscription ball to be held on Feb. 22 instead--she won't go--Miss Charlotte Taylor married to [Moncure] Robinson--talk of war with France--Bulwer's \"France\"--Miss Nannie Mason's marriage--Mr. Wm. Patterson's death, merchant of Baltimore--talk of railroad line to N. Orleans--Mrs. Owens, her cousin, comes to visit [Otwayana Carter Owens, daughter of Betty Lewis Carter]--Mother learns new type of painting, done with \"forms.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 18,\" marked \"No. 19,\" red seal blurred. ","Postscript from E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 1 page. Hears scarlet fever is in [New Orleans]--gives a treatment for it.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' success as a lawyer--relations with France--Livingston has left Paris and French minister will leave Washington--she looks forward to war--she won't go to ball given by Batchelors of Washington--reading--news of friends--Mrs. Krumbhaar--family news--improvements in N. Orleans--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 25,\" marked \"No. 20,\" laminated, red blurred seal. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis, A.L.S. 1 page. All have had influenza--she still sits up late after others are in bed--is painting birds for her children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Trip to Arlington--to be a supper for the bride--[Miss Mason, bride of R.E. Lee's brother Sidney S. Lee]--will leave letter at home and mother will finish it when she returns--New Orleans friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 2,\" marked \"No. 21,\" laminated, broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated March 1, 1835. A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at Arlington in snow storm--[Angela] ill with nervous headache--descript. of Angela's dress--she wore Charles' ring--groom far superior in appearance and heart to bride [Sidney Smith Lee and Miss Nanny Mason]--description of both--couple to live with Mrs. Fitzhugh, widow of Mrs. Custis' brother--the Bachelor's Ball--Capt. Bell--news of friends and relatives.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Bridal party left Sunday--river frozen over for 3rd time this winter--had wanted to attend session of Cong. but didn't--gossip over marriage of [Moncure] Robinson \u0026 Charlotte Taylor--pleased that he is going to visit her sister [Parke Lewis Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar [ ]\", watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Visiting family and friends in Georgetown and Alexandria--claims she has no opportunities for flirtation--reading Life of Crabbe the Poet--will read [Henry] Lee's Life of Napoleon next--Congress adjourned without making any provision for defense against French. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 15,\" marked \"No. 2 from A[rlington]\", broken red seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. [Angela] still at Arlington and [Lorenzo] and family are there too--often sees Charles in her dreams--Washy [G.W. Lewis]--visited tree where his and Angela's names are [carved]--does needlework--instructions on getting and killing venemous snakes for L[orenzo]'s natural history collection--he lately prepared a crossbill. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 19,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington. Denies she has found any other who would make her wish to be free again--proposed a schedule of visits to Georgetown and Washington--visited W-n one day, the capitol, Senate and House, fountain near the Naval monument--new improvements in N. Orleans--has painted a small head in miniature--visiters at Arlington--teaching Mrs. Nannie [Mason] Lee to transfer. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 22,\" marked \"No 3 from A[rlington].\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. News of his aunt Mrs. Thruston's death--[Parke] wrote her that he had not yet visited Iberville--news of an Episcopal Bishop in N. Orleans, and laws regarding gambling houses--E.P. Lewis working her a piano cover--\"the Sister of Mrs. Washington\" is to be married--will cut out a dress for sister--visited a Public Garden in Georgetown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr 2,\" marked \"No. 22,\" laminated, broken red seal. ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. She went to Georgetown in a storm to bring [Angela] home--Ed [Butler] has been very sick since returning from [N. Orleans]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [April 1]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Sends sketch [enclosed] of wall and gateway on one side--engages to erect the wall 45' square, 10' high--describes how it will look--with gateway and gate similar to the sketch for $600. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by D. L. L. [The new tomb].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. It was a year ago this day that they first saw each other--denies she has a fever of ambition--just wants him to distinguish himself in his profession--father [Lawrence Lewis] gone on horseback to Mt. Vernon--[Lorenzo] and family have left--[E.P. Lewis] still working on piano cover--[Lorenzo] has added many birds [stuffed] to his collection--John and Ferdinand [Coxe], Esther's brothers--his prospective visit to Iverville and Parke and her family--thinks he should not leave [New Orleans] until his business there is finished. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 10,\" marked \"No. 23,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Recalls their first meeting and his merry face--will send him a barrel of cider--thinks he should drink it to help combat small pox and varioloid [a mild smallpox among those innoculated or who have had it] now in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 8]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Washington, D.C. Does not think Washington can get a loan on security of the papers, since he has already made them over to the govt.--when he finishes with the paper he will bundle up private papers and send to W-n--\"Strictly speaking all the papers pertaining to the period in which Genl. Washington held no office are private, but I suppose the spirit of your contract included only family papers, and such as related to his private affairs,\"--must have written authority from Washington to hand over papers to any but him--Mr. Forsyth has made formal demand for the papers and will take it to court, but doesn't think he will succeed--he will hand papers over as soon as he is through with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark \"Cambridge Mass Apr 13,\" red seal.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Approves his action in refusing nomination to legislature [state?]--[Lorenzo] and family have returned to Audley--late snows destroy fruit blossoms--urges him to go to [Iverville, La.] to see Parke and family--have lost many trees in the bad winter--has lately read amusing stories in Waldie's circulating library--asks if Miss H[arriet] Martineau has visited N. Orleans yet--fisheries operating--shad. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria Apr. 18,\" marked \"No. 24,\" broken red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: The 15th was anniversary of party given [Angela] by Charles and others in La., and toast drunk to him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 17]. Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Esther's brother John [Coxe] brings his bride to Audley--her brother Ferdinand [Coxe] recovered his health in West Indies--Woodlawn beautiful, will be at height in 2 weeks--read Wash. Irving's \"Tour through the Praries,\" \"The Siege of Vienna\" by Madam Pickle, and [Oliver] Goldsmith's Greece--visiters at Woodlawn--\"I am always nervous in the spring and in warm weather.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 29 (?)\", marked \"No. 25,\" red seal, broken. ","A postscript follows, from E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes he could be there to see Woodlawn in Spring--doesn't like new grooms costume (a full suit of black), considers this symbol of mourning, not appropriate for wedding--Ferd[inand][Coxe] asks about chances of success as druggest in New Orleans--\"What has possessed your Govr. to quarrel with his best friends.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Ap. 25]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. The Wall is intended to enclose the Vault at Mount Vernon, to secure it against injurys it is every year subject to.\" describes in detail how he wants the wall at George Washington's tomb built -- sketch of section of wall -- asks for an estimate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy of a letter to W. Yeaton of Alexa respecting the building a wall around the Vault at M. Vernon\", laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Descript. of Woodlawn in Spring--fishing boats on river--Cousin America [Peter Williams] and Robert Lee have visited--roads have prevented church attendence--will receive \"Frances Anna [Kemble] Butler's Journal\"--Governor White's[of La.] unpopularity--his reprimand by legislature--learning new song, \"Dunbarton's Bonnie Dell\"--thanks Charles in [Lorenzo's] name for the snakes [which Charles sent him for stuffing]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 5,\" marked \"No. 26,\" red seal broken, watermark (line of arrows). ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles' uncle's grief after his wife [Mrs. Thruston's] death--Parke and her children ill--friends and acquaintances. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\".Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 3]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Went on visit to Mt. Vernon--Cousin Jane [Washington]--reading Fanny [Kemble] Butler's Journal--disappointed in it--has poor opinion of Americans-Miss Butler's opinion of American Society--Gov. White [of Louisiana]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 11,\" marked \"No. 27,\" watermark, laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Unseasonable weather--\"I hope all your good Citizens build Bathing rooms in their new Houses as they are so necessary and so easily made where there are waterworks.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 10]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Has confirmed his own opinion that money cannot be borrowed on security of the [Washington] papers since title to them has gone to govt.--cannot advance any money himself because every cent is tied up in publication of Writings--assures him he is working every minute to complete publication--Mr. Forsyth's efforts to institute suit against him for the papers will come to nothing, because \"my contract with Judge [Bushrod] Washington gives me a right to use the papers till the work is completed.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked Cambridge Mass. May 11,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. His safe return from up river--she has lost 10 lbs. since winter (\"much to my joy\")--visiters--will try to learn to play guitar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 18\", marked \"No. 28,\" red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Weather has prevented [Angela] exercising--fruits lost--cautions him about taking measles--she had them for 2nd time at 23 and was very ill--can injure sight or lungs. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 17]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dinner at Mt. Vernon--anecdote of Jane [Washington] relating to Tom Moore--shells and coins added to her \"Cabinet\"--[E.P. Lewis] is working another [piano] cover in cornucopia designs--family news. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 26,\" marked \"No. 29\". ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis: Parke thinks him the only man worthy of [Angela]--description of \"the robe of ceremony\" [Angela's wedding dress?]--cholera and measles in New Orleans--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 24]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Assures him the matter of the unfortunate postscript is forgotten [E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, Dec. 5, 1834] and that she has no intentions of delaying or trying to stop his and Angela's marriage--reiterates her affection for him--does want some idea of when he can come, in order to have things ready--Angela will add a postscript in the morning. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 29,\" broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from M.E.A. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Teases him about his haste in suspecting some evil from an innocent postscript--does not want him to leave N. Orleans until his business is finished there--instructs him to burn this letter. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] May 29. Autograph letter signed, postscipted to a letter of E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated May 28.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. The piano tuned and she is told her voice is improved--requests C. to bring his flute with him if he has one--in her father's absence, has been directing planting of vegitables--damask roses--reading Thomas Campbell's Life of Mrs. Siddons--Miss [Harriet] Martineau at Mt. Vernon--Miss Martineau and Miss Hannah Moore--is a Socinian--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., June 2\", marked \"No. 30,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript from E.P. Lewis:  Repeats her sorrow that he could have been so unhappy over misinterpreting her remarks--to avoid cholera, avoid \"night air, shrimps, uneasiness of mind, etc.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 30]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. This will be her last letter to him before he leaves N.O.--the fall of the Planters' Hotel in N.O.--will visit Alexandria, Arlington and Washington--to read \"The Conquest of Florida by Hernando de Soto,\" by Theodore Irving--Washington Irving's writings. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Last letter from M.E.A.L. received June 20th 1835,\" postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. June 6\" marked \"No. 31,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: Hopes he leaves N.O. shortly [for Virginia]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [June 5]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bacons Castle. Description of his activities and trip to Norfolk, Old Point Comfort, and Cabin Point ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. W. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Note of authenticity. Re: George Washington's powder bag + puff.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Princeton to Georgetown. Bayard reports that his daughter, Mrs. J.E. Washington, has received Beverly's letter and he is now answering it as per her request. Bayard passes on to Beverly some legal opinions he has gathered relating to the appointing of an Executor, and a Guardian relative to the settlement of the Estate of Col. William Washington.","Check on the Bank of the Metropolis to bearer, for $13. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Juliet Washington, neé Juliet E. Bayard of Princeton, New Jersey. She was the widow of Wm A. Washington (1804-1830) who was the grandnephew of GW. Requests money from the estate if convenient. Will return to Westmoreland within the month to apply to the Court to be appointed administratrix and guardian of her daughter.","A.D.S. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $350. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","A.D.S. 1 page. Check for $200 on Potomac Bank of Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed by Yeaton, canceled.","A.D.S. 1 page. Yeaton's bill for erecting wall with iron gate pr. contract--additional expence connected with it--total $628.15. Autograph document signed, docketed \"Receipt for Vault $618.15 Oct. 29. 1835.\" Receipted by Yeaton.","Check, A.D.S. 1 page. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $68.58. Paid on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","D. 1 page. Sketch of iron gate at New Tomb. Date on original catalog card appears [1835]. Drawing in pencil. Unknown artist.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Memorandum of an agreement made for enclosure and gateway at New Tomb--it is headed by a sketch with dimensions for the wall and entranceway and contains specifications of materials to be used and method of construction and cost. Autograph document, in hand of Lewis, laminated, [no name inserted in contract]. [Yeaton contracted to build wall and entrance way for $600. See letter of Yeaton to L. Lewis, April 4, 1835].","D. 3 pages. Report of the Virginia legislature on the C and O Canal Co. loan. Covers three points: (1) how loan of last session was spent; (2) the erroneous estimates for completion of Canal to Cumberland; (3) the expenditures for internal improvements. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1835.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks for clarification of the letter just received in which the sum of $3,930 was mentioned as having been received from Mr. Street. It is her understanding that half that sum ($1,965) is rightfully hers and her daughters. She encloses a draft for that amount payable to her uncle Samuel H. Smith. A blank draft is also enclosed in case the sum is less than the amount of the draft.","Stock certificate. 21 shares of capital stock for George C. W-n and signed by him as president of the Co. Embossed seal and engraving of a section of the Canal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Defense of the action of the B. of Directors of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co. in hiring James McCulloch as advisor on internal improvements, he was not hired to lobby for passage of a bill appropriating $2 million to the Canal Co. ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Claymont.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge. Dr. Sprague of Albany secured permission from Judge [Bushrod] Washington to take certain autographs and substitute a copy--this done before papers were sold to Congress--doesn't wish it to be thought that he himself took liberties with mss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. He has filled his part of the contract to sell G.W.'s papers to govt.--has delivered all public papers in his possession to State Dept.--Mr. Sparks overdue in turning over papers to him--he had thought Sparks contract with Bush. W-n over because of long time he had papers--lists mss. and volumes turned over to Archives.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed \"To the Hon. John Forsyth Secy. of State, Oct. 11th 1836,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by \"that infurnal Overseer of Dogles.\"","An unpublished play, produced in New York on September 30, 1839 for one night only.","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Jane writes to her son that she is at Mount Vernon settling accounts. She discusses family news and difficulties with postage.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Baltimore. Describes the costumes at a fancy dress ball at Mr. Cohens in Baltimore ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Integral cover, seal (broken).","Contains a dimensional drawing of a coffin for a letterhead, describing water damage to the burial vault at Mount Vernon, including damage to the coffin of George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Gives him a forwarding address in Baltimore . Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Buchanan.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 pages. Georgetown. Forwarding the desired documents and the Congressional Directory for 1836. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. To John Augustine Washington III? Discusses the harvest. Says she is being viewed as one of the curiousities of the place by the visitors.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawa Salines, Virginia, to Berryville, Clark County. Answers a letter Lewis addressed to his deceased father about a delay in the sale of some property in Kanawa. Assures Lewis of the integrity of the prospective buyer William Tompkins. Integral cover postal stamp.","A.L.S. 1 page. New Orleans to Audley. Last page of letter written by MEA Conrad to Lewis. She (Eleanor) has added her own note. Family letter. Integral cover, postmark and seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. In regards to work done on the sarcophagus of Washington. Includes a measured watercolor drawing of the bas-relief sculpture on top of the sarcophagus.","Letter written by a sixteen-year-old John Augustine Washington III in Alexandria, Virginia to his mother Jane C. Washington at Blakeley plantation near Charlestown, West Virginia. The address on the back page of the letter notes that the letter was delivered by Jim Mitchell (\"Jim Mitchum\") with a note from John Augustine that says \"I let Jim have $1.00 for his expenses.\" Jim Mitchell, who was later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, was enslaved by the Washington family at the time.","John Augustine tells his mother \"Mr. Skidmore finished his work at Mount Vernon yesterday, but I have not seen him yet so that I cant say what has been done\" and also notes \"On Saturday I went to Georgetown, Cousin and his family were not at home so that I could not get the pictures.\" He reports that West Ford has taken the cloth that arrived for Jane from Dumfries down to Mount Vernon and discuses butter sales, corn production, hogs, and resuming his studies. He also asks Jane if the servants are \"conducting themselves well\" and is worried they will give her \"a good deal of trouble coming in with their complaints.\"","Autograph letter initialed. Janes writes that she is sending down \"four large shoulder of Bacon\" to Mount Vernon, along with two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, who she hopes will be \"faithful and useful.\" She writes, \"have them comfortably fixed my dear son treat them kindly, and I trust they will both prove valuable servants. Gabriel will require a strict tho kind discipline. Sarah or Milly must wast and mend for them.\" Jane also writes that she has had a letter from West Ford asking for the money she owes him. She instructs John Augustine to pay her pew fee and then pay Ford.","Requests George C. to be his security in Md. in the institution of a suit as an executor of Mr. Payne's estate ...","Receipt A.D.S. 1 page. For $1.50, for 4 quarters continuance at rules and 2 continuances on court docket 50 against Lee. Small fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod to Est.,\" and \"Fairfax.\" Signed by J. J. Chew.","A.D. 1 page. For hauling sarcophagus to Mt. Vernon, pd hire of hack for Struthers and workmen to Mt. V. to put up ditto, clothing for Gabriel, \"ditto for 1839 to 9th June when he died deduct his meal 7 bushels from his usual allowance to him for the half year\", for coffin and digging grave, etc., with amounts given. Fragment. See reverse of letter to Lewis from M. Snyder, dated Dec. 31, 1838, asking for taxes due on house.","Unsigned articles of agreement between Rice Levi, John A. Washington, and Jane C. Washington for Rice Levi to \"undertake the management and cultivation of the ... Washington's himself and farm at Mount Vernon\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Sends small extract of Appendix--has been unwell--must write a letter a day \"all on one subject\" [G.W.]--goes to Alexa. to celebrate \"The 68th Anniversary it has been my good fortune to witness the celebration of ...\"--then comes the Coronation and \"What next.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838 ?] Feb. 22. Autograph letter signed, docketed at bottom \"Letter written by George Washington Parke Custis presented by C.F. Gunther Chicago\", laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. to Leesburg. Regarding the estate of Nathaniel Hinkle.","Will. D. 2 pages. G.W. Bassett appointed executor--leaves all property to nephew G.W. Bassett, who is required to pay annually [300] dollars per year to Bassett Claiborne, \"under the fear that the said Claiborne is not very careful.\"--all debts to be paid--codicil of Feb. 20, 1840 emancipates his \"servant,\" Pleasant. Document, copy by J.D. Christian, county clerk, laminated. Proved in New Kent Court, Mar. 11, 1841, no subscribing witnesses to will, so handwriting and signature sworn to by Morris H. Tench and James Stamper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Hoping that he will visit them at Bayou Goula. News of her children. She is anxious for news of the Lorenzo Lewis family. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Department of State to Georgetown. After examining Washington papers delivered to Dept. of State as per contract, finds a number of documents included in agreement are missing, and copies substituted for many others--a list of these is enclosed--\"You will be so obliging as to have the missing volumes and documents supplied without delay, and also to procure the return of the original letters for which copies have in some instances been substituted.\" [Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost]. Autograph letter signed, docketed, \"correspondence in relation to the Washington papers\", separate cover, postmarked \"Washington City D.C. May 12,\" franked by Forsyth, red seal, watermarks. Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost.","Copy, 2 pages. Copy inclosed with letter of Dec. 15,1838, Forsyth to G.C. Washington; see also original of same letter with enclosure. Letter, docketed, watermark (H and O).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia to near Berryville, Virginia. Delayed in Phila. while sister puts her children in school--Mrs. Coxe purchasing materials for embroidery [for Angela]--leave for N. York tomorrow and then to Audley--family news--love to [Oliver?]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Philada, Pa. Sep. 22.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Chas.?] M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. Sends receipts to be given to [Parke] and Butler--he will pay Dr.'s bill for [Charley Conrad]--instructions for paying bills--Butler gave him $40. when he left New Orleans. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (JM), directed by \"Mrs. Lewis.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838?] Oct. 10.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mount Vernon to the University of Virginia. Jane writes to her son about work taking place at Mount Vernon, where she has spent almost all of $800 she brought down with her. She reports that Skidmore has \"finished the large room which is now to be plastered and painted.\" Mr. Ball has nearly finished the stables, and West Ford is still engaged with the enclosures. She writes of Mount Vernon , \"The dear old place will be more comfortable and decent in appearance, than we have known in years - but it draws deeply on a limited income to make it so.\" She also includes information on  other enslaved peoples, Sambo, Levi and Gabriel.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.","D. 1 page. To Woodlawn. The books ordered by Lewis can not be supplied. Includes: Sparks, Life of Washington, The Cultivator.","L.S. 1 page. Department of State. No answer being received to his letter of May 12, he sends a copy and requests answer. Letter signed, docketed, watermark. [See copy of letter, John Forsyth to Geo. C. Washington, May 12, 1838].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Apologies for delay in writing--has complied with terms of agreement regarding Washington papers--Judge W. gave away some autographs and substituted copies on unimportant letters--has retained letters of private character--refers McLane's letter of Dec. 10, 1833, to him, asking his terms for sale of letters, and his reply of Jan. 3, 1834 [see letter in question], agreeing to turn over all except private papers, or those whose publication would be improper at the time--refers to Forsyth's list of missing papers [see under letter of May 12 1838] and states which ones he regards as private and thus not included in the contract, and which are missing--refers to [Jared] Sparks' letter of [Sept. 20, 1836] which he encloses--knows of no letters being removed from bound volumes other than those accounted for by Mr. Sparks, except for corresp. between Genl. Washington and John Nicholas in relation to a letter addressed to G.W. over signature of Wm. Langhorne [see letter, Aug. 20, 1798 Bushrod W-n to G.W.; also letter of G.W. to Bush. W-n in Writings, XXXVI, 408-409, dated Aug. 12, 1798 ,] \"as this correspondence deeply implicates the conduct of a distinguised individual of that day.\"--however, he will send the letters and he [Forsyth] may decide whether to keep or return them--despite fact Sparks published many of private papers, doesn't feel this makes him liable to part with them under contract--feels govt. paid very little of their value anyway, and has been more than compensated by evidence on fraudulent claims which papers revealed. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to the Hon. J. Forsyth Dec. 24, 1838 in reply to his letters dated May 12th 1838 and Dec. 15th 1838.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","D. 1 page. For $1.00 for 4 quarters continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod and c. 1.00 Frx.\" [See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1839].","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Forwards receipt for freight of Joe, a slave -- \"do not put yourself to much trouble with the fellow, if you cannot sell him readily send him to your plantation and make him work, your Overseer may teach him better manners, he has never had the lash upon his back yet, perhaps a few will do him good, if it should become necessary.\" -- ask Butler to enquire of his House what ship carried his [L.L.'s] cow pease -- has heard nothing of them -- \"I observe by a paper Angela sent me your [sic] are taking an active part in the Legislature of your State -- Should anything very interesting occur tell Angela to send me the paper leaving one and end open for the Postmaster to see the contents, they are very particular, the one sent was torne open, and received in rather [dirty?] condition.\" Autograph letter signed, written on reverse of cover directed to L. Lewis, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","A.L.S.  1 page. Woodlawn to Alexandria. Enclosed letter will tell him of wishes of Rev. Edward C. Mc Guire--brother charged with pair of pistols at private sale [of G.W.'s estate]--place am't. due for them, $30., to his own acct.--wants to clear up unfinished business--\"my health warns me to be quick in my movement.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"mentions purchase of Gen Washington's Pistols purchased at the private sale,\" cover is covered with figures, laminated, dove of peace. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D. 1 page. Walker to rent for one year Washington's farm called Johnson Spring [Fairfax County] [This was probably part of G.W.'s original River Farm, Wellington or an adjoining tract]--to pay one third of crops. Document, in hand of and signed by Charles A. Washington [?] endorsed \"Contract - Washington and Walker,\" laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Hannah writes of family news about Thornton Washington and Harriette Meade (cousin), as well as the marriage \"of Madaronia Todd to Mr. Quinn… from Kentucky.\" She describes \"violent colds and sore throats… some of the black people are sick – poor little Lucy died on Thursday night of a congestive fever…\"","A.L.S 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Respecting work to be done on the vault [New Tomb] at Mount Vernon--Mr. Ball is fishing--can get Mr. Phillips--experience with hydraulic cement and proper proportion of lime and sand. Autograph letter signed, [probably written and signed by someone else] integral cover, torn, docketed by L.L., laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Skidmore.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to University of Virginia. Jane writes her son on his 18th birthday. She tells him family events that have occurred. Informs him of the death of his neice Louisa. \"The work here (Mt. Vernon) is much behind hand and crops the very little that can be seen, looks miserably. I shall endeavour to have the oyster shells hauled from the Shore as soon as they finish planting Corn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Respecting the cost of materials for the stone sill and gate at vault [New Tomb]--price not given--brick work and carpenters work, prices given. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L. \"Respecting Cost of work to vault at Mt. Vernon.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Examined wall and vault again and sketched design he thinks most appropriate--describes designed he intends--cannot give estamate of cost yet--screen of ornamental iron as sketched $50-$60. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Respecting vault at Mount Vernon,\" part of cover torn off. On reverse are sketches of iron gates and vaults.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning repair of the New Tomb, including the arch. Mentions a carpenter named Skidmore.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Business takes him to Washington--may go to Baltimore until Wed.--will meet him Thursday at Mount Vernon [concerns work on New Tomb]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L. L., directed \"Pr Sam,\"  laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. No bricks to be had [for work on New Tomb]--the New Court House and New Meeting House have taken them all--in two weeks may be plenty--can get them in Washington and have them sent down with the lime in boats that run wood--Mrs. [Jane] Washington's project, unless it is done before the abutments are raised, hopes it will be suspended as it will be dangerous after the arch is finished--wants $100 to pay workmen etc.--his own salary--will save money by ordering lime from N. Y. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Pr. Sam,\" watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Caledon to University of Virginia. John's aunt writes to him about boat transportation from Fredericksburg to Mount Vernon. \"Steam boats go up three times in the week and stop at Boyd's Hole Saturday and Sunday and Tuesdays, one of the Boasts the Phoenix will board you I rather think at M. Vernon.\" She tells him of the news she has learned by riding through the neighborhood. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. About bricks for the new tomb--Mr. Brockett's kiln [in Alexa.]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.D. 17 pages. \"A Visit to Mount Vernon\" by L. Osgood. Autograph document, put together in book form, subheading \"Mt. Vernon in 1839 by a Native of this Country,\" dated at Washington, D.C. ","\"I am under the disagreeable necessity of saying I was never more disappointed in my life, than on this visit. The home of Washington in life His resting place in death, the most hallowed spot in America's soul and a place visited yearly by thousands should be suffered to moulder and decay apparently with its once illustrious possessor.\"--piazza supported by 2 \"natural colemns from the forest\"--engraving of Bastille hanging directly above key--rooms downstairs, including mantle \"presented to him by Lafayette [Vaughan]\"--greenhouse burned 4 yrs. ago, but part of blackened walls standing--most of plants, shrubbery etc. destroyed in fire--took lemon from a tree planted by G.W.--outbuildings all of brick and very delapidated--many abandoned--only a small part of garden cultivated, along walks and the strawberry beds, rest in weeds--\"The old gardner seemed very proud of once belonging to Washington and took more interest in talking of his former gardening than exhibiting the present as well he might.\"--ate some cherries there--gave servant quarter for lemon and cherries--saw splendid portrait of Mrs. [John A.] Washington and \"one son and two daughters\" [actually 2 sons, 1 daughter and nephew]--by [John Gadsby] Chapman--tomb delapiated too--\"The two sarcophaguses are placed in wooden boxes or pens placed without the vault in the enclosed yard the vault is very damp, and a kind of acid is produced by water leaking through the bricks and mortar is so powerful as to rot mahogany boards in three years and two Gentlemen from Philadelphia [Wm.] Strickland an Architect and the gentleman that manufactured the Sarcophagus of Washington when they took it to Mt Vernon and discovered the state of the vault they said the acid would dissolve the marble in seven years and in consequence of this unfortunate circumstance the sarcophagus are cooped in the open yard and hid from the eye of the Visitor.\"--Lewis [Wm.] Washington [son of Geo. C. W-n], who has a farm 4 mi. from Mt. Vernon has his own servants prepairing for the masons who will put new arch to vault laid in hydraulic cement--wall enclosing vault badly done, crumbling already.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Woodlawn. Announcing his agreement with Mr. [Joseph] Dudley, the bricklayer [for work on new tomb]--requirement for workmen, lime, nails, planking etc.--need for money to pay the workmen Saturday night--must he buy supplies from Mr. Smoot, or can he get them where most suitable? Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis \"Yeaton stating the terms on which Dudley is employ'd; also \"4 1/2 day working on new wall the balance of the time of 2 weeks in painting,\" and cover is filled with figuring. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Lawrence has selected Mr. Hoop his cashier to pay--Y. will now select material--fears Smoot has no Carolina yellow heart pine needed for the ribs of the arch [for the new tomb]--cement from Smoot--workmen will want a room in one of the out houses--details about work--will see Thos. W. Smith about having screen [fancy iron gate for new tomb]--air-slacked lime. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, on cover is notation \"Judge Washington died 26 [ ] 29 aged 71 years [ ]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","Account. A.D. Fragment. Rough notes for about two weeks work by Bricklayers on the new tomb--price of labor, cart and food for laborers given. Autograph document, in hand of L. L., fragment.","A.L.S 3 pages. To Audley. Reports a visit by Augustine Washington, clearing up a mix-up by revealing that Mr. Washington had failed to mail an earlier letter he had taken from Lawrence Lewis to Lorenzo, for Mrs. Lewis had found the letter several days later on the mantel at Mount Vernon. Also advice about the sale and purchase of horses.","Agreement. A.D.S. 1 page. Agreement with [Joseph] Dudley for L. Lewis for work at Mt. Vernon, with rates for him, his assistant and two laborers. Autograph document signed, in Yeaton's hand, docketed by W.Y. \"for Mr. Dudley.\" For brickwork on New Tomb.","A.L.S. Barclay writes of his friendship with Bushrod Washington and visiting Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. Concerning his claim and affidavit with the Hinkle estate.","Tabb writes about various illnesses, the Whig Convention in Richmond, and a $50 note.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. Writes at E.P.L.'s request to give particulars of [Angela's] illness and death--during her sickness, she talked little and disliked anyone else talking, even a whisper annoyed her--seemed not to consider that she was dying, so made no wishes and left no messages--E.P.L. must not blame herself for not coming in the spring--Angela understood that her father couldn't come and had said she would go to him the next Summer--Angela's children--Mrs. Butler [Parke] had a little boy who lived only a few days. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, redirected to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Hannah Jane.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Orleans, care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. She may have set out on journey southward but Lorenzo will open letter--has been to Baton Rouge [where the children are]--while there, received letter from Major B[utler] telling of [Parke's] baby son who lived only 3 days--could not bring himself to break up housekeeping and sell his furniture, but cannot bear to go back to the once happy home, so he will live with [brother] Frank and [wife] Hannah Jane--trying to absorb himself in his work--glad [Lawrence Lewis] is doing well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, forwarded to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" postmarked [ ] Nov. 9,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely to Mount Vernon. Inquires about family and business at Mount Vernon. \"Mr. Skidmore has I suppose been down and repaired the Pillars and Colonades.\" Reminds him to collect rent from tenants.","A.D.S. Appoints Lorenzo Lewis of Audley, Clark County [now Frederick County, Va.] as attorney to act for her in her dower rights as widow of Lawrence Lewis. Autograph document signed, witnessed by Mary Custis Lee, proved before George W. P. Custis as one of the U. S. Justices for Cty of Alexandria, District of Columbia, laminated.","Receipt. Fragment. 1.00 for four quarter continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington B 1.00 Fairfax.\" See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1838.","Inauguration account. Letter to the editor regarding George Washington's first inauguration. This letter was addressed to Col. William L. Stone, editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser. It offers an eye-witness account of George Washington's arrival in New York City for his first inauguration as president, written to correct an earlier published reminiscence by a Mr. Denini entitled 'Half Century Reminiscence' that appeared in the Commercial Advertiser. Whether this letter was also published is not yet determined.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. GWPC is trying to get Congress to take one of his paintings. Also is pursuing some action in favor of a widow. Mentions work on his memoirs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. His sad business [death of father] has kept him from writing--uneasy at not hearing from his mother [E.P. Lewis, then in La. with Charles Conrad]--hopes Charles can come to Va. in summer with [E.P.L.] because hot weather in N.O. very bad on [E.P.L.]--sends copy of [Lawrence Lewis's] will--his mother's share in Audley is 1/3, so he will pay her $1000 per year for her part--wants Conrad to pay her $250 quarterly and draw on him at 30 days or sight on Washington or Baltimore bank--bonds of Valery Hebert which Butler holds in trust, are to go under will to Conrad--Charles's namesake [Charles Conrad Lewis].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Apr. 3,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Taliaferro writes to Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington introducing her to a young gentleman from Connecticut who would like to visit Mount Vernon out of \"reverence\" for George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Death of Aunt Blackburn detained her at Blakeley--engaged in having the remains of \"our rever'd Uncle and Aunt [Bushrod and Anne Blackburn W-n] my beloved Husband [John A.] and dear Sister Mary Herbert inter'd in the Vault.\"--shocked at bad condition of some of coffins in vault--Cousin Lorenzo Lewis \"had his ... Father laid in a grave immediately within the door-Crosswise\"--details of grave she planned--West Ford prepared a coffin for G.C.W.'s nearest relatives--also had one made for Mr. Herbert and children but not room for them--only for one more and she wishes to be buried at feet of husband, uncle, aunt and sister--does not desire favors from government--\"we are unwilling to sell our inheritance ... yet as the Nation already shares it with us, sense of justice points out necessity of an appropriation ... to enable us to keep up the improvements and meet the expences we are daily subjected to by the publick.\"--\"endless intrusions and sacrifice of every thing like private right and domestic privacy ... arises frequently from a sincere ... desire of honouring the memory of Genl. Washington; 'Tis a feeling calculated to inspire and strenghthen virtuous and patriotic principles, and cement more firmly the ties that bind us together as a Nation. We have done, and shall continue to do all we can to keep the place from intire decay - it is yearly becoming more expensive and difficulty to do so; the buildings all ought to be thoroughly repaired, or they must in a few years go down - when that occurs-if unable to do better, I trust the family will erect a \"Log Cabin,\" and still let the place descend to the name and family of Washington ...\"--son [John] Augustine in Jefferson--her daughter and niece Mrs. Thos. Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal (blurred), docketed by G.C.W., postmarked \"Alexandria May [?].\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. University of Virginia.  Acknowledgement of receipt of a draft of $300 from L.L., and thanking him for his letter of introduction of Dr. Coxe.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Announcing that they are finally happily settled in a new home, except for a few complaints of city life: \"Above all, I want the invigorating exercise of horseback, this walking on hard pavements, in tight cloaths, is anything but recreation to me, a square or two and I am sick of it.\" Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal letter, family news, business, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Audley. Custis proposes to borrow $1000 from the estate of General Washington. \"I am wretchedly poor at present.\" Shows how the money in the estate is very loosely handled. John Mason's property at High Point just sold for $46,000. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis\".","D. 1 page. Tax receipt, Sheriff of Frederick County, Virginia. Receipt for $38.44 for land tax, slaves, horses, levies. Document, partly printed, signed by d[eputy] s[heriff] W.D. Gilkeson.","Champagne label from the Beall/Washington wedding. Label reads \"Mount Vernon Brand. Sillery mousseux premier Qualite. Imported by Ed Simms.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Eltham to Bruce Town. Informs him of death of their uncle [Burwell Bassett, Jr.] on Feb. 26--his last hours--he would have been 77 the 15th of this month--would have no doctor and no minister--wife very ill--informs G.F.W. that his uncle left a will and he [G.W.B.] is sole heir [see will dated Mar. 13, 1838]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Buchamsville Va March 7th,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Bassett.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Jane writes about John Augustine's studies and mentions that some of the family attended the inauguration of William Henry Harrison, where they were kindly received and \"surprised and charmed with the grace and agreeableness of young Mrs. Harrison.\" She writes that the city was \"swarmed with office seekers.\" She also writes that she received a \"woful letter\" from West Ford about the lack of long forage at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 3 pages. An explanation of his part as an intermediary in a payment transaction with Mr. Herbert, with Mr. Conrad's consent. Request for an aquittance. Discussion of the possibility of a war with England. Report of a hard winter on his Plantation, and the price of sugar.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington, D.C. to Audley. Discussion of Mr. John Woodside, a young man with intentions of becoming a farmer; proposal that L. L. take him under his care. Integral cover.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. B. Page\". It is possible this is the Philadelphia doctor \"Page, William Byrd, 1817-1877\" but further research will need to verify that.","A.L.S. 1 page. As landlord to Mary Ellis, \"alias Mary Mortimer, I directed Mr. James Scott, Overseer of the Poor, to use the sale of the effects of said Mary, after her decease, and to devote the proceeds of the sale (as far as $48, being the rents due me)\" to the benefit of her orphaned children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Louisville. Discussion of arrangements for quarters on board the steam boat, \"Caddo.\"","Letter from John Augustine Washington III to his mother mentioning his poor health, West Ford, an enslaved woman named Betty, and the state of affairs at Mount Vernon. A note to \"Dearest Mother\" is added on at the end of the letter by John Augustine's sister, Anna Maria Alexander.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown to Audley. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. W. ? Peter. Integral cover, wax seal.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his mother about ways of making more money at Mount Vernon, including erecting a tavern at the Gum Spring and allowing a steamboat company to run a ship to Mount Vernon for a fee. This will \"avoid the inconvenience of a number of hacks, and having persons tampering with the servants.\"","A.L.S. Mount Vernon to Charlestown. John Augustine writes to his mother about Gabriel Johnson, an enslaved man who has run away. He suspects Gabriel has gone to Jefferson County, where Jane is. Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. to Mount Vernon.  Jane writes in response to Augustine's letter dated March 7, 1842 that Gabriel Johnson, the enslaved man who ran away from Mount Vernon, has arrived at Jane's plantation. Jane writes, \"Please come up without delay.\" Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Nashville. Washington informs Webster that R.J. Meigs, District Attorney of the United States for the Middle Tennessee district, has tendered his resignation and Washington requests that Webster, Secretary of State under John Tyler at this time, refuse it. Washington explains Meigs' motives and adds that Meigs resigned \"... in a momentary fit of spleen; ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Congratulations on \"`Conrad's' election to the Senate,\" but expressing a general feeling of disgust with the current political situation. Urging L.L. to make arrangements for a visit to Philadelphia. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Brown's Hotel, Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Bushrod describes the slow work in the Dismal Swamp to his nephew. He also comments on the Wise and Stanley affair. Tells about the sale of lumber. \"6\" rate, stampless cover.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Discusses his requirements for a horse to purchase. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. P. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Looking forward to a visit from L. L. in Philadelphia, though wishing that he could go South instead to Woodlawn to escape the confines of the city. Report on the difficulties John Coxe is facing in the Senate and in the services. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","West Ford, a former slave of the Washington family who was later freed and employed as overseer of Mount Vernon, writes to John Augustine Washington III, present owner of Mount Vernon, who is away at Blakeley, regarding wool, barrels of fruit, sweet potatoes, flock of sheep, sale of wheat, and weather. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral cover.","T.B. Washington writes to Rice Levi regarding Mr. Levi managing the farming transactions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Private papers of Judge [Bushrod] Washington were not left to him, but probably are in possession of Mrs. Jane Washington--Genl. Washington's papers devised to him by Judge Washington. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George C. Washington.\"","Receipt for county tax on $1350 at $.15 on the dollar.","A.L.S. 4 pages. G.F.W. neglected to answer his inquiries in last letter--desires to know exact location of their land in Ohio on Scioto River--search his papers for any reference to the land--title supposed to be derived from his grandfather Geo. A. Washington--G.F.W. should give him power of attorney so he can do something about their land if he finds it--his Kentucky land--low price of cotton--\"This country is almost universally bankrupt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Woodville Feb. 3.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Alexandria. He has a full settlement of accts. for articles purchased at sale of G.W.'s effects, all in Judge Washington's handwriting--asks Moore to check his accts. and find how he got debited for large amounts--desires complete settlement of estate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Letter comes with a copy of the will of Sarah Coxe, Esther's mother. Her father is writing her to explain the bequest she is to receive. Integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanking him for his kindness for taking into his care his young nephew Edward Butler, and discussing the arrangements. Expressing the need to get Edward out of the state of Louisiana:\"the less he sees of this state: its manner and its morals, the better for himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. Philadelphia to Audley. He is eager to see L. L. again, admonishing him for not writing. He is much dismayed at the \"moral and physical deteterioration of this fallen world,\" and his greatest comfort is his children, Angela \"as Bad as she can be she is sweet,\" and Phil \"so lovely a fellow he does nothing but laugh.\" He recently attended the funeral of L. L.'s sister from Baltimore.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Lloyd sends J.A.W. information and rates of the Baltimore Life Insurance Company.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington City. Letter and a copy. Requests that Jackson consider returning the \"circular chair\" previously owned by Washington to his family so that his son might take possession. Explains history of the chair given to Dr. Craik, then eventually to his family who gave it to Jackson. Now Mr. Coyle would like it back for his family. Says if Jackson had other plans for the chair, to consider his request withdrawn.","Autograph signed note, 1 page. A note that permits Bushrod's slave, Letty Williams, to travel from Jefferson County to Mount Vernon, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. to visit her relatives for \"the Space of four weeks.\" She is the wife of a free man named Soloman Williams. Bushrod Corbin Washington was George Washington's grand-nephew.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Jane, \"My Dear Madam, I am about to publish a series of American Biographies, and I should be glad to include in it a Life of Lawrence Washington, if the materials exist for writing such a Life. Have not his papers been preserved at Mount Vernon?...\" A note on the address panel indicates this letter was forwarded to John Augustine Washington III to respond to.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison writes about Washington hiring Joseph McFarland as overseer.","A letter signed BWH, possibly from Bushrod Washington Herbert, to his cousin John Augustine Washington III. In the letter, BWH asks what Remington is going to do with Muddy Hole Farm. If Remington sells, BWH thinks John Augustine should rent it to West Ford \"as before.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks her kindness in receiving \"these interesting ladies and their accompanying gentlemen\" at Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. P. Madison.\" Autograph letter signed, embossed mark in upper left hand corner (crown).","A.L.S. 1 page. Chantilly to Audley. Concerning the payment to Mr. Hammond for Bonds held by L. L.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Brief account of the wedding festivities for Dr. John Prosser Tabb of Gloucester and Miss Rebecca Lloyd of Alexandria ... requests his father to send the barrouche for the return to Gloucester party will be coming with him ... visited George W.P. Custis at Arlington ... now with Mr. Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. War Department, Office of Indian Affairs. Informing him of his appointment as Cherokee Commissioner ...","A.L.S. 1 page. From the War Department. Notification that his salary as Cherokee Commissioner begins from the date of the commission. . . . .","A.L.S. Cambridge to Mount Vernon. Letter from historian and George Washington biographer Jared Sparks to John Augustine Washington III proposing he write a life of Lawrence Washington. Sparks writes \"I was already acquainted with the principal incidents in the life of Lawrence Washington, and although the papers would not seem to furnish materials for a biography of much extent, yet I think a Life of moderate length might be written, which would be interesting and fill a proper space in the 'Library of American Biography.' If you will forward me the papers, I will do the best that I can with them.\"","Sparks says George Washington's papers were sent to him in \"one of the packets sailing from Alexandria to Boston.\" He directs that the papers be put in a box and be addressed to him, care of Little and Brown, Booksellers, Boston. Sparks specifies that John Augustine should put all the papers into the box without removing any, because even seemingly unimportant documents are of use to the historian. Sparks promises to return all the papers in the same condition in which they were received.","Sparks requests John Augustine to send him the portrait of Lawrence Washington from Mount Vernon so that an engraving can be made for the book. As assurance that the portrait will be returned safely, Sparks mentions how Mr. Custis sent the portrait of Martha Washington from Arlington that now appears in one of the volumes of Washington's Writings.","Autograph letter intialed with integral address panel. Jane writes about the baptism of John Augustine's daughter Louisa and other family news, including the sale of Selby by Hannah Lee Washington and the marriage of her son Richard to his cousin Christian Maria. She also writes about crops and finding a good overseer. She adds, \"I am very sorry you cannot commence the repairs at [Mount Vernon] this autumn. The buildings are getting in ruinous condition.\"","Mount Vernon to Blakely. West Ford reports on illnesses at Mount Vernon: \"i am very sorry to say to you that we have had a great deal of sickness Jessie Clark was take the 3 day of the month he was as crazy as he could be he did not know any person i had to send for doctor Powel.\" He also mentions that Jim Mitchell has been \"laid up\" and that July and Hannah, though \"not yet confined,\" have been scarcely able to work. Andrew is also still sick. Ford also reports that he has begun breaking up and clearing land but has not been able to \"break more than acre.\"","R. D. Coverte writes from Brooklyn following a visit to Mount Vernon in which he got the impression that John Augustine did not want to become a planter. Coverte inquires if he can rent Mount Vernon and 500 surrounding acres for a fair price.","A.L.S. 1 page. Northrup, a Philadelphia real estate agent, offers to help Washington find a purchaser for Mount Vernon, understanding that \"you wish to dispose of the property you now occupy. . .\"","A.L.S. 3 1/4 pages. Copy. Mount Vernon. John gives his cousin calculations on the future value of her servants. He advises her not to sell them now. 1st page has cover embossing W. H. Harrison log cabin - 1840.","Retained copy of letter written by John Augustine Washington III to Fairfax County magistrate and landowner Dennis Johnston. In the letter, John Augustine states that based on a conversation with West Ford he believes Johnston is misinformed about the terms of Johnston's contract for cutting, hauling, and cording wood on the Mount Vernon estate.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. N. Herbert, a cousin of John Augustine, writes about Alfred, an enslaved man who escaped from Mount Vernon and voluntarily surrendered himself to the Loudon County Jail in Leesburg. Herbert writes that slave traders Joseph Bruin of Alexandria and William Bale of Exeter were inquiring about Alfred but recommends that Augustine keep him.","Correspondence, Richmond to Mount Vernon. Stampless cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Personal letter describing in part a visit to Mount Vernon and Washington, D.C. Mentions Gustavus Washington and the tombs of George and Martha Washington.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. Harrison declines buying an enslaved woman named Julia from Augustine, claiming \"she will not suit at all.\"","Autograph letter signed. John Augustine's overseer, Joseph McFarland, writes that he has had \"a great deal of difficulty\" with the enslaved worker Gabriel Johnson and has had to put Gabriel in Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria.","McFarland describes a scene in which Gabriel was \"cursing \u0026 fighting\" against some horses, and then began cursing McFarland when McFarland took the horse whip away from Gabriel. McFarland writes, \"I put him with Mr. Bruen at 25 cts a day. Mr. Bruen thinks he would be mighty apt to run away. I did not flog him as Mr. Bruen persuaded me not for it would injure the sale of him.\" He then adds to Augustine, \"Times is very different to what they was when you was here.\"","Letter in the hand of Henry P. Hill, likely dictated by Gabriel Johnson from Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria. Gabriel tells his side of the story following an disagreement with Joseph McFarland, John Augustine's overseer at Mount Vernon. According to Gabriel, McFarland threatened to whip him, but Gabriel \"told him that he could not whip me as I did not think any person but my master out to do it or at least to authorize it.\" McFarland tied Gabriel up, but he escaped. When he was recaptured, he was brought to the jail.","Gabriel writes, \"I want you if you please Sir to come down and see about the matter and hope that you will be satisfied that at best I am not the only one to blame. I love you and your family and hope that you will believe me that I have the utmost sort of feelings for you and would not by any means offend you if I could avoid it. I am very anxious to see you here and feel fully the painfull uncertainty of my situation.\"","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Joseph Bruin of the firm Bruin and Hill to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved man named Gabriel who escaped from Mount Vernon and is now being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Bruin writes, \"I have to inform you of what I am willing to pay for your man now in my Jail we will give you $565 neat for him at this time if the prices should improve we are willing to pay what ever the prices may be but when you come down I am inclined to think we can trade if you wish to replace him you can inquire of others what he is worth to satisfy your self about his worth he is 5 feet 5 inches he's well formed but has some scars on his back also 2 scars from burns on his arms which are mear eye sore but dont disable him in the smallest degree. He's a very desirable negro - to those wishing to purchase. I have 2 or 3 more at this time that possibly will suit you they are young and likely and not sold for any fault.\"","Bruin's Slave Jail was famously featured in Harriet Beecher Stowe's  Uncle Tom's Cabin .","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Henry P. Hill of the firm Bruin and Hill writing to John Augustine Washington III about an enslaved man named Gabriel who has escaped from Mount Vernon and is being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Hill writes, \"your man Gabriel by strict measurement is five feet five and a half inches... He is likely and a very good man of his stature and if you are offered more than we priced him at I think if you will excuse a stranger for the expression of his opinion in all candour, that you will certainly do well to take the offer.\" Hill says he is willing to arrange a sale or exchage with Washington, adding that there are only sixteen men at the jail at the time, but he expects \"Sir Bruin may send in or bring others when he comes.\"","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Although he [Lawrence] refused a loan once, G.C.W. will apply for one again--also wants to discuss plans for G.W.'s private letters, books, and other relicks--cannot afford to deposit them in a safe place--\"little reliance can be placed on the liberal disposition of Congress\"--\"I desire them to confide them to the guardianship of some institution or association formed for the purpose, where they would be safely preserved from any casualty for all time to come.\"--could sell the relics to foreign country, but \"as an American and the nearest living relation of that great man, I could not reconcile it with duty to my country or a proper respect to his memory to transfer them to foreign hands.\"--\"From the high character of Boston for munificence and public spirit ... it has been suggested to me, that citizens of that place would in all liklihood form an association for the purpose, and take charge of these relicks, or deposit them in some public institution ...\"--deeply in debt--must get money or sell his farm--Green Hill in Montgomerie county--wants to borrow $5000 immediately, giving farm as security--also, a lien on the books, papers, etc.--should proposed disposition be made of these, loan of $5000 to be pd. immediately--will not offer family servants as security--if his plan for disposition of relicts can be done, they can arrange terms--he will name no price yet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with an envelope addressed to G.C. Washington and docketed by him \"Correspondence with Abbot Lawrence Esq. in relation to the Washington papers and books,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Accompanying letter to a money draft of $205, payable to Lorenzo, \"being Virginia's money is the money most in use in the South,\" Report on his ill health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis.\" Integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Re: agreement between John A. and Mr. Johnson for rent of Mt. Zephyr ... John A. Cannot be held responsible beyond the terms of the contract ... Integral cover.","Pressed leaves and autograph note. \"This branch of arbor vita was given me by my darling little Lewis Conrad the day before he left Audley Oct. 20th, 1845, for New Orleans. May God grant to my precious Charley and Lewis a safe and pleasant journey to New Orleans, health, happiness and improvement there, and a safe and happy return to me next Spring - May God grant my fervent prayers for them for Christs sake - Amen.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Green Hill of 800A., half in wood, 3 1/2 miles from Rockville, 9rm. house, large brick kitchen, barn, brick stable, sheds, corn house, poultry house, meat house, ice house, pigeon house, overseer's house, etc. lists livestock, servants ... values listed ... will take $12,000 for the property described ...","A.L.S. 1 page. This contains the wording for a power of attorney which George C. is to copy and execute and return to Bushrod C .... by the power of attorney Geo. C. appoints Bushrod C. and Thomas B. W-n his attorneys and proxies at mtgs. of Dismal Swamp Land Co .... there follows a not of explanation re: the power of attorney ...","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Suffolk to Berryville. Robert R. Prentis, a lawyer in Suffolk, responds to a request by Lorenzo Lewis passed on to him from Bushrod Corbin Washington to obtain a decree for the sale of the interest for lands from the estate of George Washington lying in Nansemnond County and held by the firm of Washington Walker Co. Prentis advises Lewis that the land is of little value and that it would be better to sell the entire tract.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison talks about turning an enslaved woman named Julia into a house servant and hiring out an enslaved man named Bob.","Leesburg. Harrison writes to Augustine about Julia, an enslaved woman, who has taken \"French leave\" after Harrison struck her half a dozen times with his horse whip for disobedience. Harrison thinks Julia may have gone to Mount Vernon and asks Augustine to write if he has seen her.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Hollin Hall. Mason discusses the retrocession of Alexandria from the District of Columbia to Fairfax County. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bayou Goula to Frederick County, Virginia. Will try once more to come to terms regarding their business, before going to extreme measures--he is already yielding more than half his rights--dislike taking an honored relative to court--will he settle as he proposes or abide by decision of a court?--late brother [Churchill J. Thornton] owed him much at his death, and has title to their Ohio lands. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover postmarked by hand \"Bayou Goula May 29th,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. No final decree in case yet, but will be at next court--sends last payments--will collect balance after harvest and send--mentions cousin Mary [a note in pencil identifies her as Miss Mary Peter, sister of Mrs. G.C. Washington]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Chs. Town June 13.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Encloses $100 note on Richmond Bank--directions for exchanging it--send receipt to him, as exect. of Judge Bush. W-n's estate--part payment of a decree in court against B.C. Washington and in favor of G.C.W., as administrator of Jane M. Washington, deceased. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"B.C. Washington $100.,\" postmarked \"Chs. Town Va., June 18.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Berryville, VA. Lorenzo's desire to resign acting executorship of G.W.'s estate--persuades him not to give it up--he himself knows nothing of the estate, because Lawr. Lewis and Judge W. acted for all the executors--Lorenzo's duty to carry on in father's place, for estate settlement is near completion--to legalize proceedings, sign themselves \"L. Lewis and B[ushrod C.] Washington, acting Executors for G.W.P. Custis sole surviving Ext. of the Estate of General George Washington\"--print circular announcing decree of Supreme Ct. of U.S.--necessity of closing up case quickly. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washington City, D.C., [23\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at [Audley] on Tuesday--Charles's children glad to see her--send their trunk--family and friends--his trip to New Port [for health]--Parke has bracelet plaited of Angela's hair--wants his, Charleys, and Lewis's to make suitable clasps in New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Jul. 24,\" redirected to care of \"J. Whitehead Esq. Merchants Exchange, New York,\" as per E.P.L.'s directions on cover, broken black seals.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Hopes he goes as far as Quebec for change of air and exercise--[Charles and Lewis Conrad]--Lorenzo returned from Lexington, where [G.W. Lewis] has been put in [V.M.I.]--Parke and children will arrive shortly--Charles and Lewis read to her--Brother Calvert gone to Capon Springs for health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 3,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses letter to him--Parke and children arrived. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 8,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Informing him of the transfer of a bond to Mr. Lindsly.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Lewis writes about his slaves and their values.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter. She has been sick before now and couldn't write. Updates of family, etc.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mason quotes one Dr. Marne who was complaining about his lack of funds and complains about the weather. He also talks about a bill before the legislature and the locals in Fairfax ganging up on him.","Bushrod Corbin Washington writes to John Augustine Washington III, \"a statement by which to settle with the legatees of General George Washington\". Includes a list of names and heirs with \"quota to pay off debts\". Autograph document, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Sends check for $872.24, per decree in his favor in court, send receipt for this and $50 attorney fee sent by Mr. Greene to him [final settlement of Bush. Washington's estate, Bush. C. W-n, executor, in favor of G.C.W., adminis. of Jane M. Washington, dec.]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed in G.C.W.'s hand \"B.C. Washington June 21t. 1847 and T.C. Green's rect for $50 - atty fee - Legacy to Frances and Mary Washington recd. in full,\" postmarked \"Cha. Town Va June 23,\" sums computed on cover, laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Herbert writes to his cousin about business and family news. The address panel contains three weeks of diary notes by John Augustine in pencil. He notes on August 27 that he went to Audley, where Lorenzo Lewis was \"very ill and died after I left there.\" On September 2, his wife Nelly was attended to by a dentist named Dr. McCormick. On September 11, John Augustine notes that West Ford paid him \"105.00 for 60 cords of wood and 8.23 for fruit and vegetables and 3.50 from Smoot for Louisa's lamb.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington to Newport, Rhode Island. Arrived from Chantilly by stage and hack--Charley [Conrad's] poor health and instructions for nursing him--Charley's 10th birthday today--sea air and bathing will benefit him in New Port. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Aug. 14,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Received letter telling of Charley's [Conrad] illness--Lorenzo ill with cough and pain in his head--Mrs. [E.P.] Lewis considering going up to New Port to nurse Charley--hopes Frank C[onrad], [Charles's brother] is better from sea air--Mr. [Henry] Clay to speak at New Port--Mrs. [Mary Custis] Lee here with 4 children--\"Mr. and Mrs. W[ashington ?] are delighted with the portico\" (?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. M. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Charley's illness--use of bella donna for the disease [scarlet fever]--arrived with Sissy and Caro [Isabella and Caroline Butler] to find [Lorenzo] ill--his ailments and treatments. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 23,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Newport, Rhode Island. Announces Lorenzo's death--had 5 physicians--Mary [Custis] Lee his nurse and great comfort to him--\"This is the 4th child I have lost by congestian.\"--don't leave New Port too soon, because of Charley's health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Aug. 30,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Washington, D.C. Beds and rooms prepared for their coming--urges him to leave Charley and Lewis [Conrad] with her this winter for their health--Esther to have an excellent tutor for the children--Bishop Meade in N. York procuring a tutor--stage from Winchester to Leesburg very small, agent refuses to use large one--Lewis [Conrad] injured his eyes by bad habit. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va., Oct. [ ],\" laminated, smeared black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington copies out his wife's, Maria's, will (sister of Burr Harrison), and goes over several details of the will. His health is also declining since his wife's passing and he doesn't expect to live much longer. He plans on retaining four of his wife's slaves for the time he does have left.","George Washington Parke Custis writes to John Augustine Washington III with concerns about finalizing the settlement of the estate of George Washington including the sale of land near the Dismal Swamp in Nansemond County. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address label.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakeley near Charlestown, West Virginia at Christmas time to her son John Augustine Washington III at Mount Vernon. Jane worries over John's recent illness with \"chill fever\" and reminds him \"You now have an overseer, and it surely cannot be so necessary for you to go out at the dawn of day, and expose yourself to the inclemencies of weather in attending to farm business.\"","Jane writes \"I am now quite alone, dear little John A. left me this morning; he is a happy cheerful fellow, and has been with me for some time. I have endeavoured to teach him, and think he has mad some progress both in reading and knitting, with which he is excedingly pleased declaring, he 'was never lonesome since he learned to knit,' the most monotonous and dullest of all employments.\"","Speaking of the enslaved persons of Blakeley plantation, Jane says \"Christmas as you know always occasions considerable excitement, particularly with the poor Negroes, to whom it is a season of temporary freedom and feasting.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was carried by \"Mr. W's servant Edmund who is returning home from Jefferson Cty.\"","Jane writes, \"I saw no white face on Christmas day.\" She describes giving out provisions and supplies to the enslaved population, a few of whom assembled to hear her read in the morning and at noon. \"They conducted themselves very soberly \u0026 orderly.\" Old Jenny thanked her for the \"fine dinner.\" Jane also describes her Christmas with family - skating, setting traps, reading, and eating cakes and apples.","Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III, three to Mount Vernon, one to Alexandria; and one receipt for $2.24 postage to the Alexandria Post office.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Brackenridge, a horticulturist, is writing to Downing, a landscape gardener and architect, regarding a proposal before Congress to turn Mount Vernon into a park: \"The one hundred and fifty-acres is purchased [for citizens of the United States], that is to be laid out as a Park, which is to contain a Botanic Garden and Arboretum...\" Around this time Brackenridge was in charge of the rare plants in the national Botanical Garden at the Capitol. Downing's 1841 book, Landscape gardening, is a classic.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter with updates on family health, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I have been authorized by Mr. Custis to settle and close the unfinished business of Gen. Washington's estate.\" Asks questions he needs to know to complete handling of the estate.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Washington. Interesting and critical commentary on life in Washington, the town of Alexandria, Va. and a description of Mt. Vernon ... few Whigs attend the \"administration receptions\" ... dine with Mr. [Daniel] Webster ... is going to see the East Room of Mrs. Polk ... found Alexandria \"not worthy of notice\" remarks on dilapidated condition of MV ... Integral cover. Wife's maiden name: Annie Bigelow Lawrence.","Print Senate Act, 30th Congress, 1st Session, Miscellaneous. No. 82. \"Memorial of Citizens of the United States, Praying The Purchase of Mount Vernon by the government.\" The \"memorialists\" wish the government to purchase one hundred fifty acres at Mount Vernon. They have the \"most profound reverence and veneration for everything connected with the memory of the 'Saviour of America.'","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. \"Among the final dispostions of my father, made by his last Will, I find the following, 'I give and bequest to my friend Dr George Parkman of Boston a seal enclosed with the image of General George Washington as a small token of the esteem and affection which i bear to him.'\"","Receipt. Received $80 from B.C. Washington, who was acting for Geo. C. Washington, who in turn was trustee for Bush. Washington, Jr.--for \"the proportion of the quota of Judge Bushrod Washington to be refunded to the estate of General Washington by the said George C. Washington as trustee ...\" [This relates to a claim upon 22 of G.W.'s legatees or their heirs on account of a mortgage accepted by the 23rd. --upon foreclosure the mortgage had produced less than the amount of the debt, and, after prolonged litigation, General W.'s executors were held liable. They, in turn, transferred liability to the other legatees and their heirs]. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"1848.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Senate desires to know of owner of books in G.W.'s library, what books there are and for what could they be purchased by Congress? Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"From James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Pearce.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Quotes B.W-n's will on disposition of G.W.'s library--most valuable portion at Mt. Vernon, owned by Mrs. Jane C. Washington--comprises about 1500-2000 vols.--doesn't know Mrs. W's feelings but thinks \"since she has expressed her willingness for a fair equivalent, to let Mr. Vernon with a portion of land attached, become the property of the Nation at its request, so in the same spirit of compliance with its wishes and those of Congress, she possibly might consent for a liberal consideration to have the books of Genl. Washington placed in so safe a depository as the library of congress, where they would be preserved for all time.\"--suggests they contact her about this--the books left to him were largely those of Judge Washington's--about 3-400 of G.W.'s books were included--he recently disposed of all these to an agent of the library of the British Museum--would have preferred American institution, but none were interested--defends his actions in so doing, since press has seen fit to [criticize] him for it.  Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed by G.C.W. \"To Hon James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The portion of G.W.'s library remaining at Mt. V. is small, and they will not sell it--if necessary later, they prefer National Library--\"In respect to the purchase of this place, dear cousin, by the U.S. Government. We still regard it as uncertain.\"--if G.C.W. and family accompany Eleanor to Bath, stop and see her at Blakeley [Jefferson Cty.] she goes there soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal smeared (W).","D. 3 pages. Indenture. Sale of part of a tract called Rock of Dumbarton in D.C. by the Washingtons to Corcoran ... belonged to George C. W-n's wife ... $3200 ... survey signed and sealed by the two Washingtons ...","A.N.S. 1 page. Note of authentication for daguerrotype likeness of two portraits of George and Martha Washington taken by John Grubb.","George Washington Bassett writes to John Augustine Washington regarding settlement of the Washington estate. References a Supreme Court decision and \"Hammond's case.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel, postmarked 'Richmond Aug 6'.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Delivered by James Mitchum (Jim Mitchell). Jane writes that Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town has burned down.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Business about settlement of estate--the recent death of his grandmother, and his efforts to keep a home for her in her old age--contract with his grandfather--insists no personal interest in retaining possession of property for the present year.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown. He has never seen G.W.'s missing diaries and Cash Memorandum Books returned all he had--Judge W. not home when he took papers from Mt. V., and altho Revolution papers in good order, private one and those before and after were in bad shape--noticed some diaries missing then--vol. of Orderly books missing at the time and nothing known of it by the Judge or Marshall--\"I have recently been informed that one of the volumes of the \"Diary,\" (I think for the year 1790, but am not certain) is now in possession of Mr. Bogart of New York, but how it fell into his hands I know not ... I have the impression, also, that I have heard of another volume somewhere, but I do not now recollect where it was said to be ... You know there was a rumor, that papers relating to the latter part of this period [the Presidency] were secretly taken from the office after the General's death. I once mentioned this to Judge Washington. He replied cautiously; \"We have never charged any person with such an act,\" intimating, as I thought, that his suspicion was strong.\"--G.W.'s books which G.C.W. sold to Mr. Stevens have been purchased there by subscription and are deposited in library of the Boston Athenaeum. Autograph letter signed, cover, docketed \"Important regarding missing Books and papers from Jared Sparks,\" postmarked \"Cambridge Ms. Jan 2,\" laminated, watermarked (Lumsdon and Son 1848), red seal (crane). [A \"Memorandum of Papers in 12 Boxes\" is enclosed, in Sparks' hand, listing vols. of George Washington's correspondence \u0026 other documents with notation \"Vol. III of orderly Books was never received. 10 vols. of Army Returns - being a part of the series of 117 vols. - were taken away by Colonel Washington\"].","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Takes pleasure in answering his wish to have a book previously owned by General Washington. This note accompanies the book. Enclosed envelope also sealed with the Washington coat of arms, private seal of Washington.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Re: GW's papers ... resolution now before Congress re: papers ... Geo. Corbin owns W-n's private papers, his earliest writings ... unable to make a gratuitous offering of the papers to Congress ... in 1834 he accepted $25,000 for the public papers ...","A.L.S. Washington D.C. to Berryville. Thanks for her interest in him and his family--her family always welcome at the White House--fear they will not find time to visit Audley while in Washington. Letter, signature cut out, in another hand, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ],\" laminated, watermark (H and O). Date on original catalog card appears [18]49 Mar. 27. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Caledon near Hampstead. Personal letter updating her on family health and affairs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Audley. Assures her he would like to comply with her wishes [as regards political appointments], but he is swamped with applications, and his predecessor [Polk] filled all offices just before his term was up--will try to aid Col. Lee's son [G.W. Custis Lee?] get West Point appointment--explains system of choosing. Autograph letter signed, cover franked by Z.  Taylor, postmarked \"Washington DC 16 Apr,\" Free, red seal blurred, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","Document, 7 pages. Describes a trip to MV, by steamboat and hack from Washington. Mentions gate house lodges. Buildings and grounds in a dilapidated condition. Visited the New Tomb. Met J.A. Washington and was shown some of the first floor rooms and the key to the Bastille (misidentified as the key which confined Lafayette in the Prison at Ham.). Hopes that the gov't will purchase the estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House to Alexandria. Regrets he has no more autographs of G.W. to give away--has given them for 40 years \"andll over the civilized world,\" and the only letters he has left are those to his father, J. P. Custis, and some to himself when a student.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, on reverse of cover is cover addressed to Joseph B. Boyd Esq., Maysville Kentucky, postmarked Alexandria Va. Apr. 28; (probably forwarded to him by Bryan). Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","Receipt from John Augustine Washington III for 11 dollars to be handed to J. C. Sellman of Baltimore to be handed to the widow of a fisherman named Joseph Hall found drowned near the bank of the river at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington corresponds to his attorney, B.W. Harrision, about his wife's father's estate.","Autograph - Zachary Taylor. 5 small slips of paper signed \"Z. Taylor,\" and 3 \"E.P. Lewis\" in Taylor's hand. One is endorsed \"Written by Genl. Taylor in his office at the White House May 1849,\" all enclosed in a cover marked \"Taylor's autographs' and \"Keep with letter\". [Probably goes with letter of Taylor to E.P. Lewis, dated July 2, 1849].","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington to Georgetown. Received her letters by her grandson, Edward Butler--congrat. on daughter [Parke's] \"eminent\" arrival--will be glad to receive her and family on Tuesday, their day for receiving company--forwards some autographs, as requested. Autograph letter signed, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ], watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","A.L.S. 6 pages. Sandy Spring to Alexandria. Stabler gives Washington advice on crops, soils, fertilizers and other agrarian areas of interest.","Hooff congratulates Washington on buying a farm, Cloveread, for five hundred dollars.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mrs. Corcoran wishes to buy a lot in Georgetown formerly owned by the addressee's grandfather ... it is supposed that the addressee is the proper heir and the one to sell the property ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Henry Augustine writes to his father about legal and financial matters. Henry Augustine Washington (1820-1858) and Lawrence Washington (1791-1875) were distant relatives of George Washington. Both paternal family lines trace back to John Washington (1632-1677).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley. A short commentary on the weather and season. She then records for her brother a short but graphic description of Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and his making GW's Bust. \"I wish I could give you all the information you desire in regard to Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon. I was only six years old at that time, and perhaps have not retained any recollection of Houdon and his visit had I not seen the General as I supposed, dead, and laid out on a large table coverd with a sheet. I was passing the white servants Hall and saw as I thought the corpse of one considered my Father, I went in, and found the General extended on his back on a large table, a sheet over him, except his face, on which Houdon was engaged in putting on plaster to form the cast. Quills were in the nostrills. I was very much alarmed until I was told that it was a bust, a likeness of the General, and would not injure him. This is all I recollect.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood to Alexandria. Writes his brother family news--bad weather--killed some of C.A.W.'s sheep for fear of their starvation--feared to lose them all--Aunt [Frances] [?] is said by some to be going to marry Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Brucetown Va Decb. 6th,.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. F. Washington, Jr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baton Rouge. SummaryAlthough he has never met her, he has long admired her character and virtues as reported by various individuals--knows Col. and Mrs. Butler [E.G.W. Butler and Frances Parke Lewis Butler] very well--they are visiting him now and are in good health--hears that \"notwithstanding you had readhed an age that but few attain, you enjoyed and was blessed with unusual good health ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Mary Peter to give him a general power of attorney ... authorizes him to sell a slave and his family if possible and to collect debts due her ... family business ... political matters discussed ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Middleway to Berryville. Sends poem that he promised [on Z. Taylor]--if she likes it, send [Taylor] a copy. [Poem is enclosed, entitled \"The Crisis, To Gen: Zachary Taylor, President of the United States\"]. Autograph letter signed, cover with later docket \"Poem to Taylor and letter, 1850,\" laminated.","A.N.S. 1 page. Note for the bank to pay Mr. Washington the sum of $754.40 as the executor of General Washington's will and against the estate of Mrs. Peter.","A.N.S. 1 page. To Mr. A. Scott, the Cedars. Acceptance of a dinner invitation. Autograph note signed, with envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appoints him her general attorney to attend to all her business affairs ... confirms any action he has taken already ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Scolds him for not writing--is afraid he is ill--advises him to take a wife, so he won't be so lonely at Welllington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","Printed membership certificate for C.L.W. Butler for the donation of five dollars to the Washington National Monument Society.","Printed certificate filled in for Mrs. Albert Goodyear for her donation of a dollar to the Washington National Monument Society.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore to Audley. Upon examining Genl. [Zachary] Taylor's papers, came across letter to her without an address--encloses it to her--Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Bliss overcome by their bereavement [Taylor's death] [Bliss was Taylor's son-in-law].  Autograph letter signed, cover, postmarked \"Baltimore Md. [ ] 17,\" stamped with early 5 cent stamp, watermark.","John A. Washington 1st statement of transfer of bonds by Mrs. Henderson to G. A. Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses a letter by George Washington in compliance with a promise he gave.","Harrison writes about the possible sale of Mount Vernon to the United States, \"I wish you may succeed in making an even track with the government- Mt. Vernon ought to belong to the nation, in these disunion times- I think it wd. Have a wholesome influence - everything shd be done to perpetuate the memory of that great and good man GEORGE WASHINGTON…\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends a profile of Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expresses thanks for the books sent. Asks a favor in regards to Mr. Felton.","Bill for twelve hundred and fifty dollars. Autograph bill signed, Washington.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Description of an Early Visit to Mount. Vernon, with a group of Washingtonians including the 94 year old Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Lengthy description of life in the Federal City and impressions of important political figures: Pres. Fillmore, Daniel Webster.","W.B. Whitehead write from Suffolk to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon concerning Gen. Washington's estate and a past debt. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, integral address with a Suffolk postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlee. Conveys appreciation of a Washington County agricultural group for use of Mr. W-n's dynamometer at a recent ploughing match ... discusses plows, agriculture, etc ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I rec. yours of Oct 22nd, and as you request I send you a statement of the acct. between Hammerly and myself.\"","Autograph letter signed. Brown writes about selling some of John Augustine's lands. On the back of the letter, he asks if the remains of George Washington's old coffin still in the old vault at Mount Vernon. If so, Brown, writes, he can identify the pieces and place them at the National Institute for \"more perfect preservation.\"","One receipt from the Alexandria Post Office for postage, $2.24. Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Concerning the expected delivery of a \"box of Game and Fish.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Although he cannot visit Mount Vernon when he is in Washington DC, Corcoran asked to see John Augustine Washington in Washington \"and talk about the matter in a much more satisfactory manner than it could be conducted in a correspondence…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Philadelphia. Randolph, a Quaker, writes his mother that he visited Mount Vernon \"and was much disappointed to find the natural beauties of the place such that all the neglect of owners and trespassing of strangers for half a century have only been able to impair but not ... destroy them.\" Comments on huts of negros. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal, family letter. Sorry her letter to her at Mount Vernon will be missed since she left to go \"over the Ridge\" early.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Bellair. Information on portraits of G.W.'s family--\"It is certain there is no portrait extinct of Augustine, the Father of the Chief, nor does there exist one of his illustrious mother, such is the result of my researches and enquiries of more than half a century - John was the favorite Brother, a magnificent man and most resembling the Chief of all the brothers. Mrs. Lewis the only Sister, whom I very well remember, was the most majestic and imposing looking female I ever beheld, and was dearly beloved by the Great Man. - There is a good portrait of her. Samuel was tall, but not so stout, while Charles was a very large man without anything remarkable about him,\"--cannot help him further in obtaining information on portraits of the family, but suggests asking in Stafford, Westmoreland and Northumberland--the absurdity of the belief that G.W. was born in England. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, torn, postmarked \"Alexandria Va. Aug. 7,\" with a 3 cent stamp, bearing George Washington's picture, laminated.","A.D. 5 pages. A friend of Nelly Custis Lewis for 58 years, Gibson writes a draft of her memories of Lewis and her relationship with the Washingtons. Martha Washington, her grandmother, implanted \"in her mind pure and sound principles\" for Nelly's life. Comments on Nelly's beauty, charms, the strength she rec'd from religion and political persuasion. Autograph manuscript, draft.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Augustine, I send you the above check for $100 which I recd. Of Davis - you will please give Hamerly cr. For the same - Yrs. Truly, H.T. Harrison.\"","A.D. 1 page. \"For C.A. Conrad and L. Lewis Conrad - Letters from their Grandmother Lewis' Father (their Great Grandfather John Parke Custis) to Genl Washington.\" Autograph document, docketed \"E.M. Lewis Sepr. 21st 1852.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington House to New York. Congratulations on the completion of his work, and predicts a 2nd edition for it soon -- approves his prospectus of a field book of the Second War of Independence -- has just completed his four Revolutionary Battles and is working on his Magnus opus, Surrender of Yorktown painting -- describes it -- has a new studio fitted up in So. wing, where Mr. Stearns made copy of originals of Col. and Mrs. Washington -- Barnum's new pictorial magazine to rival Harper's--wants pictures in collection [at Arlington] preserved by engravings in his lifetime--would like Harper's to commission Lossing to do this--mentions \"Washington in 1772 Mrs. W. in 1759, Mr. Custis by ... Pine in 1785 ... the magnificent picture of Col. Parke by Sir Godfrey Kneller etc etc.\"--will send him paper on \"Levies and Drawing Rooms of the First President.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria Va., Dec. 30,\" early 3 cent stamp with George Washington's portrait, laminated.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L. 4 pages. Draft, Recipient of nomination declines as he intends to support Gen. Winfield Scott and the Whigs ... nomination made by the American National Convention (Know-Nothing Party)... Date on original catalog card appears [1852]. It has been suggested that the nominee was George Corbin Washington, a member of Congress from MD.","Autograph letter signed. Jane writes to her son about Clark Mills's proposed statue of Washington, \"which out government has at this late but fortunate time, determined on having.\" She also asks her granddaughter Louisa to write about her acquaintance with Washington Irving.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certifies that Lossing has been engaged for several days in making drawings of the Washington Treasures at Arlington House and has made \"spirited and faithful sketches\" of these and other superior works of art there. Autograph document signed, fragment.","A.L.S. GWPC discusses Lossings proposed article on Mount Vernon for Harper's magazine.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Dusseldorf on the Rhine. Sends a bottle of cologne as an expression of thanks for receiving \"a stranger\" as a guest at Mount Vernon.","Letter from Jane C. Washington to her son that she learned of the conditional sale of Mount Vernon to a company from the newspapers. She expresses her hope that, if the estate cannot stay in the family, that it may become \"the honored and cherished property of the United States Government.\" At the end of the letter, Jane adds that she is \"Earnestly praying my beloved son that you may in all things and at all times, be guided by Divine Wisdom.\"\n  \nJane and her son Richard plan to visit John Augustine in a few days. They will take the Canal Boat at Harpers Ferry to Georgetown, and then proceed to Alexandria where they will spend the night. She looks forward to enjoying the scenery along the Potomac.\n  \nJane also mentions that Washington Irving is still at John Pendleton Kennedy's place and relates news some of Irving's travels. Irving had visited Mount Vernon in early 1853. Jane was pleased to see Irving join in her church's communion service last Sunday.","A.D.S. 1 page and survey drawing. Survey of 200 acres at Mount Vernon (land eventually sold to the MVLA) showing public road and wharf and delineating a 1/2 acre square around the tomb.","Autograph letter signed with envelope. Jane congratulates John Augustine and his wife Nelly on the birth of their son Lawrence Washington. She also writes about the murder of her relative, Thomas Blackburn. Blackburn was fatally stabbed by another student while a cadet at VMI in Lexington.","Printed letter, 1 page. Invitation, probably to John Augustine Washington III to participate in the Washington birthday commemorations held by the New York Order  of United Americans. W.W. Osborn, Chairman, and Charles E. Gildersleve, secretary.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Hasn't heard from GWPC in long time--thanks Custis for offering the \"Alpha and Omega\" flags to the gov't--mentions having seen a \"professed original painting\" of GWashington at office of the \"Albion\" supposedly done by Sharples--eyes are a deep hazel instead of \"Being the clear blue of the chief\"--thinks mistake could have been made in copying--relates incident of Benj. Winthrop saving a portrait of Frederick the Great from destruction at the home of Mr. Monroe (President's son)--exhibition at National Academy of Design features two pictures of George Washington by Stearns--one in his retirement at Mount Vernon and One Death Bed Scene.","Thomas sends a letter of Jared Sparks (not present), and mentions \"My father being the surviving executor of Judge Washington, at his death all executional power over that estate ceased, and for the purpose of setting up the estate it will be necessary for an administrator, with the will annexed to be appointed in your county. He also mentions that John Augustine's son is the first male to be born at Mt. Vernon \"… to any of the proprietors bearing the name of the first Washington who owned the place… and you intend calling him Lawrence… the most appropriate name…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Gives the pedigree of one Peter Grayson Washington whose father was the nephew of \"old Lund Washington of Hayfield\" ... Peter W-n is supposed to have a gold-headed cane with Washington's coat of arms ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Recounting the funeral of George Corbin Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Will send his large painting of the Surrender of Yorktown to the City Hall to hang.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakely near Charlestown, West Virginia a few months before her death to her son John Augustine Washington III. Jane tells John she was \"much interested and amused at your correspondence with the Richmond and Manchester Ladies. They no doubt are inspired by sincere and noble feelings of admiration and gratitude to the truly great and good Father of his Country, called forth and appointed by providence as such. His memory will be best preserved and handed down to posterity by the Constitution which he labored to build up and which I devoutly pray may ever be sustained by successive generations. Let dear old Mount Vernon continue forever, if it pleases an all wise providence, in the Washington family and name.\" Jane adds \"I am not very well and fear I am becoming a confirmed Dispeptic, looking as yellow and shrivled as an old cucumber.\"","A.D.S. 4 pages. Minutes from the meeting of the \"visitors  of the Potomac Pavilion.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. My dear Steinberger, my kinsman our friend John Alexander is about to visit the Pacific as flag Lieutenant of Admiral Bruce the newly appointed commander of the fleet. As is the fortune of war it may happen that he shall be in your neighborhood. I have thought it best to give him this introduction to you. Note on another page reads \"Genl. Washington Five letters receved back from my friend Dr. A.L. Elwyn after publication in Minutes, Phila. (?) Jany. 4, 1854.\"","D. 4 pages. Will of George Washington Parke Custis. Bequeaths to daughter Mary Anna Randolph Lee use of his Arlington House estate and other lands, furniture, plate, etc. during her lifetime--on her death, to eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee--$10,000 to each of granddaughters--to W.H.F. Lee, White House estate--to R.E. Lee [Jr.] plantation in King William--other lands to be sold to pay legacies to granddaughters--lot in Washington to Col. Lee--family plate to be divided among grandchildren, \"but the Mt. Vernon Plate altogether, and every Article I posses relating to Washington, that came from Mt. Vernon, is to remain with my Daughter at Arlington House during said Daughter's life, and at her death, to go to my eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee and to descend from him entire and unchanged to my latest posterity.\"--emancipation of his slaves \"in such manner as to my Executors may seem most expedient and proper.\"  Appoints as executors Robert Edward Lee, Robert Lee Randolph of Eastern View, Rt. Rev. Bish. Meade, and George Washington Peter. Document, in hand of [Mary Custis Lee ?,] docketed \"The Last will and Testament of George W. P. Custis Made and Executed the 26th March 1855,\" and endorsed \"Arlington 5 Dec. 1857, A true copy from the original in my possesion. [signed] R.E. Lee, Col. U.S.A.\"","Autograph letter signed \"Jean C. Washington.\" Jane writes to her son that an enslaved man named George has died. \"He was very much reduced, not being able for some time to retian any nourishment. He was delirious, but never violent or ungovernable: fancying he saw lovely angel children near him - and when I read to him, was calm, and apparently pleased, tho' he seldom spoke.\" She adds, \"I shall miss him very much, he was a faithful and affectionate servant - and in traveling watchful and attentive to my comfort.\" She had intended to send for Reverend Charles E. Ambler of Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town for George's funeral, but \"Mary Jane preferred 'Solomon,'\" a Baptist preacher.","Recommends that Rogers try to get his play performed on the New York Stage. He asks Rogers help. Custis feelds that it will be a successful drama. He reports that his health is as it was and his spirits are very much depressed.","Autograph letter signed by prominent Chicago machinery producer J. S. Wright. He writes to John Augustine with condolences on the death of his mother, Jane C. Washington. He writes that his mother and John Augustine's were alike: \"Both were eminently kind. Religion made both cheerful, animated, companionable... we have known \u0026 tried a Mother's love.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses Custis' comments on paintings by Wertmüller and Luetze. Mentions Lossing's desire to annotate and illustrate GWPC's Recollections.","A.L.S. 1 page. Near Onancock. Received L.W.W.'s letter offering birth place and burial ground of \"the Father's Family\" to [Va.] on condition \"that it shall be kept sacred.\"--asks him to say so to the legislature after inauguration--'If the Legislature won't, I will take the responsibility.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Henry A. Wise.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerns Everett's research on George Washington's library.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Now that Wakefield is to be cared for by Va., he proposes that the family burial plot and the spot on which stood the house in which GW was born he presented to Va. ... these had formerly been reserved by the family when the land was sold by George Corbin W-n to John Gray ...","Printed invitation with envelope. \"First Annual Washington Festival of Henry Clay Chapter ... at the National Hotel, Detroit ... to join in celebrating the Birthday of the immortal Washington.\" Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes about the model of the Bastille and its history in the Washington family.","Printed Certificate, certified by John A. Washington and witnessed by W. B. Magruder, Mayor of Washington, stating that the series of Lithographs advertised, are framed with wood cut from trees grown at Mount Vernon. It is also certified that Mr. James Crutchett is exclusive agent for this timber.","Small printed broadside by H. Barnes of Boston, Ma. Engraving of MV and GW, engraved by American BANK Note Co. with certification by John A. Washington, III that James Crutchett has all rights to Mount Vernon Timber.","Sparks reports that he shipped Eyre's Washington Letters explaining that he obtained the copies of the letters from her father. He claims to have never seen the originals and mentions that a service called \"Adam's Express\" was hired to ship the package.","Copy of will, Mrs. Frances Dandridge Henley Lear, third wife of Tobias Lear, of the city of Washington. Devisees include Louisa Lincoln Lear, Elizabeth and Fanny Lear Hawley. The forman to receive a miniature of George Washington with hair enclosed presented to Tobias Lear by Martha Washington. Jewelry, silver, books, furniture.","Letter to his new steward about affairs on his estates -- poor condition of his negroes -- has had many complaints about their treatment -- \"to get the negroes comfortably housed, \u0026 provided with clothes and blankets will be the first of acts of your administration\" -- he knows nothing of what goes on on his estate -- settlement with Rail Road -- they have only the right away through the White House on the Pamunkey plantation, anything else must be paid for. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington has been appointed an aide on the Governor's staff ... encloses copy of a ltr. from George Washington to Col. John Cropper ... [Writings show several ltrs. from GW to Cropper].","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office, Richmond. Appointed aide-de-camp with brevet rank of Col. of Cavalry ... signed by Wm. H. Richardson ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writes for Eleanor Love Washington who is still weak but recovering well. Hopes she will be able to return to Mount Vernon in a few days. Date on original catalog card appears [1857] April 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Receives large amt. of correspondence re: G Washington ... \"cutting up fragments from old letters and accounts some of 1760, or nearly an hundred years ago, to supply the call for Anything ... of his venerated hands\" ... encloses a 1772 account with GW autograph as a relic for the Tri Mont Society] ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Waverly. Sends letter of Mrs. M.W. as \"a fit accompaniment-to one of G.W.'s sent earlier--her virtues. Autograph letter signed, separate cover, \"Mrs. R. E. Lee\", scribbled across cover. (A Note by Varina Jefferson Davis (undated) is filed with this statement of Authenticity).","Autograph letter, signed. Rembrandt Peale, known for his 'porthole portraits' of George Washington, recalls his father painting the earliest known image of Washington in 1772 as well as a miniature he painted for Martha Washington.","Certificate of authentication of a cane and spy glass possessed by N. H. Washington. An accompanying envelope further describes the spy glass's provenance from George Washington --N. H. Washington -- presented to William L. Yancey of Alabama -- given to Jefferson Davis, the piece was taken off of a British soldier who expired at Germantown during the Revolutionary War. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel; autograph note on envelope.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets not having been able to go with K. to Louisville. \"Courage was not wanting, but strength was.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1857] Sept. 4. GWPC died on Oct. 10 of this year.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Thomas is writing to an unknown person offering to sell a silver salt cellar which once belonged to Martha Washington. The salt cellar is fully described.","A.L.S. 2 1/2 pages. Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Alexander tells of his problems with draft notes and the Lucas'. He advises John to wait before selling his land. $0.03 stamp on address leaf.","D. 12 pages. A lengthy memoir of Rembrandt Peale's involvement with W-n portraiture, beginning with his 3 sittings from life in Phila. in 1795 and recounting his self-described life-long \"obsession\" to create a perfect portrait of W-n. Describes evolution of his various styles of treating his subj: equestrian, porthole, etc. Includes criticism of other painters, anecdotes of George Washington, etc. May be a partial text of his lecture on the subject, see \"Eisen\", vol. 2.","General Orders, 1 page. Ordered to report to Richmond on Feb. 22 for Celebration of the elevating of Equestrian Statue of George Washington ... specifies uniform to be worn ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Uniform of Col. of Cavalry on Gov. staff same as that of U.S. Army ... may wear sword he mentioned ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Letter concerning the donation of George Washington's birthplace and the Washington family burial grounds at Pope's Creek Plantation. Lewis W. Washington donated the land to the state of Virginia. Here Lewis writes Beale, state senator of Virginia, that Mr. John E. Wilson, the owner of the surrounding land, should be consulted. The donated land is \"... situated in the heart of [Wilson's] arable fields ...\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Claymont. Re: Wakefield and the family burial plot to be turned over to Va ... has written to Gov. Wise inviting him to visit Wakefield to make arrangements for memorials etc ... invites Col. W-n to come also ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Orders to report to Richmond in full uniform for ceremonies on July 5 ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive deparment, Richmond. Requests a formal deed of tender of GW's Birthplace to the state of Va. so that the state may maintain its right-of-way to the birthplace and burial grounds ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Says he has been requested by Harpers magazine to write an article on Mount Vernon since it has become a place of interest to the American people. Would he welcome a visit by Lossing to Mount Vernon?","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive department, Richmond. Re: Wakefield ... acknowledges receipt of letter enclosing deed to Wakefield.","A.L.S. and envelope. Everett writes concerning a speaking engagement about George Washington in Northbridgewater, Boston.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the publication of her father's \"Recollections\"- they will split the profits. \"Its success may materially aid us in continuing the hospitalities of this old and much frequented mansion.\"","D. 1 page. $100 receipt for Edward Everett for speaking engagement at North Bridgewater from Peabody Treasurer.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Regrets that their mutually edited book, \"Recollections of Washington,\" by GWPC cannot be published more quickly.","Autograph letter signed. Warrenton. Shackleford writes to accept Augustine's offer for the purchase of two enslaved boys named Bob and Armistead for $1200 each.","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" sending a note via Louisa and a servant to ask Ned to call on him. Verso is a recipe. Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington. [Regarding publication of her father's Memoirs] Sends by Col. [R.E.] Lee her \"Memoir\" and other papers--also all letters between G.W. and her grandfather [J.P. Custis]--\"I only suggest that if you publish the will of my ancestor it may be as well to omit for the sake of our Northern readers the names of all the slaves mentioned in the legacies.\"--sends him an engraving of Mrs. W. and a daguerre of Mrs. Lewis--title page to have title her father put to his work--hopes the work [G.W.P. Custis's Recollections] will come out shortly--will try to find the speech on the overthrow of Napoleon for Lossing--doesn't care for more mention of her name in title page than is there at present. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. C. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter concerns his painting, \"The Home of Washington.\" In his letter, he asks Lossing, a fellow artist, advice in finding who were the members of the Washington household in August 1784 during Layfayette's first visit to Mt Vernon. He wants to include them in his painting along with G. Washington, and Gen. Layfayette on the piazza at Mt. Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sorry for delay in sending inscription on bust of Necker--copied it long ago, but forgot to forward it--\"The Bust stands where it was placed by Washington himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" [At top of paper is transcript of inscription on bust of Necker].","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" regarding the purchase of horses, cattle, and investments in cattle and guano. Also plans to call upon Turner with \"Farmer\" Jefferson in tow and \"take him captive\" and \"pick you up and bring you both down with me -- so hold youself in readiness.\" Autograph letter, signed.","Includes negotiations for purchase of negro boy that was delayed. Instructs West to make a strong box for sending plows to Waveland and to mend the windows of the hot beds.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sends her a Sago palm -- the one owned by George Washington is to go to the Ladies Association and another to go with him to Fauquier.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Paid Mr. Bennett for him and sends receipt--\"Your proposition to enclose the other papers I loaned you to Mrs. Lee of Arlington is perfectly satisfactory to me\"--cannot comply with his request to leave plan of Pohick in his keeping. Autograph letter signed, on lined paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington writes from Mount Vernon responding to a 12 September dispatch from G.R.H. Hughes. Washington inquires about the status of financial and legal matters, especially in relation to \"my money attached by Ogden in the Marine Bank.\" He directs Hughes to \"direct our interests, and if necessary, employ the best Counsel you can get to assist you. If the case goes against us in the Illinois State Courts, can we throw it into the Federal Courts and how long can we keep it open? ... Believing we are right and have been badly treated by Mr. Ogden, we are disposed to fight it out.\" Based on the docketing on the reverse, this appears to be Washington's file copy.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mrs. W-n ill after leaving Old Point Comfort ... now that her recovery is under way he writes for his wife ... refers to \"good old times at Wellington\" ... nicely settled at Waverly ...","Measured drawing marked \"No. 2\" of the Mount Vernon wharf ... plan drawn by M.C. Meigs, Capt. U.S. Engineer ... \"4 Oct. Sup foot or $2800\" ...\"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Returning from Norfolk where he met with an assemblage of the Dismal Swamp Land Company. Encloses money for taxes for land. Other personal business.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter signed, envelope. Date on original catalog card appears [1859] November 27.Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Munford.\" Covering ltr. for General orders to serve on general staff ... [See also General Orders #13 of same date].","General Orders, 1 page, Copy. Assigned a Voluntary Aide on the General Staff. Head Quarters Charlestown. [See also Munford to W-n of the same date].","Located with items pertaining to the estate of Aaron Leggett. Letterhead at top of page reads \"Leather Manufacturers Bank, New York\". Letter mentions parcels of land, cattle, and sheep.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Re: papers sent to him at West Point \u0026 concealed in a secret drawer during his absence ... recently found by accident ... mentions W-n's ordeal at Harpers Ferry ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Richmond. Introduces friend and kinsman Charles A. Washington who visits Richmond to attend his brother, Major [Francis?] Washington, who is ill there. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, on lined paper, directed \"to introduce Charles A. Washington Esqr.\"Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentioning a possible pleasure excursion to Mount Vernon.","Letter mentions Aaron Leggett, Mt. Vernon, and Accotink.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding the bay horse Ned took care of for him -- \"I send Toby down for him, and unless you have use for him will ask the favour of you to send him up to me.  Bob and Mr. Shinker(?) will be here on Friday. I would be pretty pleased if you would ride up with them.\" Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dear Sir, We send to you all Mrs. Powel's papers which we find. We have not opened packages or read letters. If you find anything that should [ ] in the hands of W Birde [ ] you will please return them to us. The Washington letters were found among the Tilghman papers and returned to us by W. Tilghman for you. Very truly Sincerely, Alice K. Price.  Autograph letter signed, + 1 envelope.","In account with James McEvan, Dr.","A.D. 1 page. Chas. Johnson Treas. In account with Mount Vernon Association. MVLA's account including charges for excursion tickets, board and lodging, oilcloth and gilding, advertising, and mending pipe frame.","Orders. D.S. 1 page. West Point, NY. Acknowledgment of Lewis W. W-n's gift to the Adademy of a report by General Nathaniel Green to General George Washington ...","Autograph letter signed. Beall-Air. Lewis writes to his cousin John Augustine that he is \"committing matrimony at Clover Lea with our sweet cousin Ella Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Declines invitation to attend his wedding.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The traitorous devils are still hoping to \"drag\" our glorious old Kentucky at the heels of [?] South Carolina but they will fail. They will make every effort to dragoon the legislature into Revolution but we shall meet them at every point ...\" Clerk's Office of the Court of Appeals.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding church matters (\"Yesterday evening I heard from Bishop Meade -- He will not ordain Mr. Baker before his set time and makes no positive promise of lettig us have him then.\") and meeting in the future (\"It may be better to have the meeting next week, as it will give me time to hear form Warrenton as to the title of Walshs's property and whether James will allow time on the purchase money\"). Autograph letter, signed.","A list of property, including enslaved persons, reported to be taken by the 16th New York Regiment from John Augustine Washington III's farm near Mount Vernon. Although John Augustine sold the Mount Vernon mansion and grounds to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in 1858, he retained property in the surrounding area. The list of slaves includes Jim Mitchell and Edmund Parker, who were later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and Gabriel Johnson, who had escaped in 1845 and been held at Bruin's Slave Jail. ","A note and blind stamp on the fourth page indicate the list was received by R.H. Donavan of the Fauquier County Court on 19 April 1889.","Letter from lawyer George R. H. Hughes, Chicago, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that his investments in Chicago real estate and bonds have not been successful. His previous letters to John Augustine have been unanswered, and Hughes writes that bond prices are \"ruinous\" in the present crisis and the best he can hope to realize for John Augustine is $37,500. ","Hughes discusses the market in detail, warning John Augustine, \"I have no idea that you will be able to get your money back the way things are going here, for five or ten years, and then prices would have to double to enable you to get back your outlay with interest.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Huntersville. John writes from camp with General Lee where he is an aide - de - camp. He says his overseer \"informs me of the destruction of my property at Mount Vernon ...\" No address leaf.","C.S. Edwards writes to his wife about his visit to Mount Vernon and dinner in the mansion study during the Civil War. Includes envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 1 Oct. 1861.\" Typescript copy with letter head \"The Lincoln Library Shippensburg, PA.\"","Philadelphia to Alexandria. Tabb inquires into the operations of Washington's farm. Discusses the move from Mount Vernon.","Two letters, Philadelphia. A.L.S. 2 pages. John Campbell to Mehitable Ward. Letter describes \"heavy silverplated dinner plates that belonged to George Washington. A.L.S. 1 page. George Devereux to Mehitable Ward. George Devereux writes a thank you upon receiving daguerrotype of her recently deceased son.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Letter addressed to \"Dear Sister\" with a description of Woodlawn plantation in 1863. Torn into two pieces at the fold.","Bradley writes to Bull about his visit to Mount Vernon during the Civil War.","D. 3 pages. Silliman, an American chemist and geologist, quotes from a letter of John Struthers (sculptor of George Washington's sacrophagus) describing the transfer of George Washington's remains from the new tomb vault into the marble sacrophagus in October, 1837.","Currency paper. Value 50 cents. Issued by the Confederate States of America.","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. Has tried to deliver a breast pin containing hair of George Washington ... will Parker please call for it ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 10 Dec. 1864.\"","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","A.D.S. 7 pages. Description of a tour of the Mansion and grounds with fellow soldiers from Sherman's Army of the Tennessee.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Lexington. Lee acknowledges receipt of three articles that were removed from the Custis House (Arlington) during the Civil War and sent back to him by Hedden. Lee grants Hedden's request for the satin engraving of George Washington drawn by Dr. Charles Buxton. This letter of thanks accompanies the return of the picture to Hedden. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, with envelope.","New York. Hedden acknowledges receipt of Lee's letter and a satin engraving of George Washington by Dr. Charles Buxton. The engraving belonged to the Custis family when it was removed from Arlington House by Union troops. See Lee letter of March 23, 1866 [RM-837; MS-5287]. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Indenture. D. 1 page (in 2 pieces). Conveys 100 acres of land known as the Montery Estate, Clark Co., Va. to L.H.L.D. Lewis for $2,500.00. Contains a primisory note for that amount.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lexington. Apparently written to an editor or publisher regarding the publication of a book on the Custis family. She discusses illustrations of her grandfather John Parke Custis and Martha Parke Custis, both children of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. She doubts the success of such a book \"though it may be appreciated when passion and violence shall have ceased in the land -\".","Print advertisement, \"Interesting National Picture. Washington and his Generals, Drawn and Engraved by A.H. Ritchie.\" Published by Ritchie and Co. includes opinions of the press.","Typescript copy of a document certifying the provenance of the sword. Signed G.W. Lewis, Judge of Westmoreland Co Virginia.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, \"New Books.\" Provenance material for Martha Washington's breast pin, earrings; silver scraper used by Washington during his last illness.","Notebook or journal titled \"A Visti to Mount Vernon, May 17th 1872 Isaac P. Noyes. Washington D.C. \"S.G.O.\" 1872\"  Autograph document, 50 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Near Fish Haul, King William County, Virginia. Concerns some paintings she is having cleaned and repaired ... only other person to work on them was Volkmar, \"who was considered the best repairer in this country\" ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Executive Mansion, Washinton D.C. Luckey was a personal secretary to Ulysses Grant. Discusses the transfer of \"swords, etc.\" to the Association. He can come pick them up.","D. 1 page. Bound in sum of $15,000 and appointed Special Commissioners by the Court to sell the Beall Air farm and/or real estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, My Aunt [ ] has given me to send to you the parcel of Genl. Washington's Letters of which you were inquiring and which have been in my grandfathers possession. How shall I send them to you?\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked.","Manuscript account entitled \"An excursion by steamboat on the Potomac\" by Harry Chapman Westbay of Monett, Missouri. It describes the steamer leaving Washington City and traveling down the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Westbay describes being given a tour of Washington's tomb and mansion by Col. J. McHenry Collingsworth, superindendent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. He writes that visiors are \"at liberty to walk a round the grounds and through the houses.\"","Accompanied by six manuscripts and notes. Documents provenance of George and Martha Washington's hair given by Martha Washington to Mrs. Oliver Wolcott upon Washington's retirement from the presidency in 1797. Names include: Jane Conrad Wolcott, Olivia Wolcott, Oliver S. Wolcott. Hair in Mount Vernon Ladies Association Collection.","Letter from Don Diego Gardoqui to George Washington, copied by the State Department in 1881. According to corresponding notes, the copy was made from a copy in the hand of Bushrod Washington. The original letter sent in 1787 accompanied the gift of a 4-volume Spanish edition of Don Quixote for Washington's library.","Baltimore, Provenance pertaining to the Washington sword willed to George Lewis.","A series of letters from Fannie Washington Finch (also spelled Fanny), great-grandniece of George Washington, to Mary Claflin, wife of Governor William Claflin, regarding the sale of Washington family items. Fannie writes that she is reluctant to sell the family heirlooms but must because of her \"pecuniary condition.\" Included in the letters is a list of items being sold, including a silver pitcher, coffee pot, mugs, tumblers, ladle, tablespoons, salts, sugar bowl, cream pots, glass water bottles, glass tumblers, glass goblets, glass dessert dish, snuff box presented by Thomas Lord Fairfax to General Washington, 4 wine marks owned by George Washington, a large bed quilt made from dresses worn by Martha Washington, 2 silver plated sauce dishes, miscellaneous chinaware, and an engraved plate of Col. William Augustine Washington.","Included with the letters is a manuscript \"Extracts from newspapers, relating to Mrs Finch - great-grand niece of George Washington,\" genealogical information, lists of household goods, and an 1891 newsclipping about Fanny Washington Finch.","A.L.S. 7 pages. History of the blade worn by the \"Father of Our Country\" written by Ellshaw.","Provenance document, A.D.S. 1 page. Letter explaining the provenance of many of the George Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Powel correspondence. Marked \"Keep. Private to my brothers, not to be shown in Public.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"I delivered today the parcel of Washington's letters to your mother, and was very glad to have them pass into the custody of the rightful owner.\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked w/stamp.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Bergen Point, N.J. Inquires after information on a Washington chair. Her friend told her the story and provenance of the chair but she is not certain her memory is correct and would like reaffirmation.","Brief description of mansion and Washington's daily habits, Gen. Washington's bedroom, recounting of silver dollar myth. Manuscript signed by Pierce.Date on original catalog card appears as c1885.","Invitation to the Centennial celebration of Washington's inauguration, for Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Keyser. Engraved invitation includes list of Committee members and card listing events.","List of relics exhibits of celebration of 100th anniversary of inauguration of George Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Relating to the Papers of General Washington. Autograph letter, copy. Date on original catalog card appears [1889]. Provenance information transferred from the Curatorial files.","Autograph letter signed, accompanies book George Washington and Mount Vernon, Long Island Historical Society publication of William Pearce letters edited by Conway RL-4467.","Copy of a letter made by Mary Powel, letter between Tobias Lear and Samuel Powel, March 9, 1797. Provenance of objects belonging to General Washington, now under ownership at the Pennsylvania His. Soc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bernard Carter and Sons, Baltimore. Attorneys at Law. Settiling the estate of Barton Harris and giving him what is owed back to him.","Typescript court document. \"Shereas Hortense H. McIntire, by William W. McIntire, her husband and next friend, and Elizabeth H.K. Richardson, by John S. Richardson, Junior, her husband and next friend, as next of kin of Chapin Barton Monroe Harris, late of Baltimore City, deceased, heretofore filed a caveat in th eOrphans Court of Baltimore City against Edmund Law Rogers, claiming to be executor of said Harris, under a paper writing alleged to be last will of said Harris and which had been admitted to probate in said Orphans Court, alleging among othe rthings that said paper writing was not the last will and testament of said Harris...\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter of provenance. Autograph letter signed, signatures of both Mary E. Powel and Samuel Powel. The following mementos of Geo. Washington are in my possession. Two small oval mirrors and two gilded silver brackets belonging w/the mirrors with the decoration [ ] - in bad repair. His breakfast cup - M.E.P. Custis gave it to my father ...\".","Bushrod Corbin Washington II writes about real estate for a possible shoe factory in Charlestown, West Virginia.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding the Washington shaving table.","Edward Downes Law writes to his cousin, Edmund Law Rogers, Baltimore, regarding his receipt of a copy of a letter written by George Washington. He also discusses his shared frustrations with the recent biography on Roger's grandfather--Thomas Law--and the constant inaccuracies by authors. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages with envelope.","Autograph letter signed, S.F. Smith. Manuscript copy of the hymn \"America.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance letter. \"We understand thoroughly what your wishes are in respect to the kind of showcase required to cover the \"Plateau\" as quote same as follows ...\"","Letter from Tiffany and Co. assuring Miss Lewis of the whereabouts of George Washington's sword.","News clipping, provenance document. Covers very briefly Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and the Houdon bust. Printed document. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the Houdon Bust and how it came to be at Mount Vernon. Provenance information transferred from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. Letter to Mr. Harrison from Sarah Yeates Whelen concerning Louis XVI carpet.","D. 2 pages. Provenance document. Description of the carpet given to George Washington ordered by Louis XVI.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. To \"Dear Ladies.\" She is sending a small patchwork quilt, Mrs. Richardson will present it on her behalf, which was made by Martha Washington of pieces from her gowns.","A.L.S. 1 page. Provenance document. Letter from Mrs. Conrad to Mrs. Richardson. Provenance for footstool and table cover for Nelly Custis room.","D. 1 page. \"The mirror belonged to Mrs. Albert Peale ....... James Peale, the miniature painter bought it at George Washington's sale when he lived in High Street ....\".  Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files. Date on original catalog card appears [1899].","Letter concerning John Augustine Washington and Mount Vernon. On Mary Washington Association letterhead.","A.L.S. 1 page. Tells of the distribution of two canes Washington gave him; canes made of wood at Mount Vernon. Letter head \"William McKinley Normal and Industrial School\".","A.L.S. 1 page on Mary Washington Association letterhead. Concerning Washington relics.","Provenance document, plaster cast of Washington by Houdon. Notarized letter certifying the history of a plaster cast of George Washington's face reportedly made by Houdon in 1797. Lawrence and Nelly Lewis  provenance, family history.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Mary Custis Lee comments on the improbability of the story that George and Martha Washington were married in St. Peter's Church.","Printed pamphlet. Senate Bill No. 1238 and House Bill No. 5489 to Reimburse the Estate of Gen. George Washington, for certain lands in Ohio lost by conflicting grants Made under the authority of the United States ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Confidential memo from M. E. Powel concerning the suspected theft of a collection of Washington letters. Includes xerox of NY Times 3/16/1913 article.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Believes the brace of pistols mentioned in enclosed clipping is the one which disappeared from Lexington some yrs. back ... hopes family will investigate ... interest newspapers, etc. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mary C. Lee.\"","D. 2 pages. Printed page. H.R. Bill 15353 authorizing purchase of certain Washington relics. $30,000. to W. Lanier Washington for the following Washingtoniana: portrait of Mary Ball Washington, silver cups, whist counters, Lund Washington account book, account books of George Washington's executors, key to George Washington birthplace, George Washington shoe buckles, brooch, snuff box, cup and saucer, dinner invitation from George Washington to B. West, Augustine Washington's silver shoe buckle (half-brother to George Washington) ...","Invitation addressed to Robert Nuese is seeking funds from Americans to restore Sulgrave Manor. Date on original catalog card appears ca 1920. Includes unused envelope and 1 insert.","Small note with information on the Vaughan Plan. Peter family.","Postcard, Mount Vernon piazza. Bears signature of Mrs. Eleanor S. Washington Howard (b. 1856, child of John Augustine Washington, Jr. and Eleanor Love Selden). She was the last Washington daughter to be born at Mount Vernon. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1931.","Two letters, A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding a reproduction key to the front door of Mount Vernon.","D. 3 pages. Inventory of cattle on each of the Mount Vernon farms, at the Distillery and at the Ferry.","Poem, D. 1 page. \"Versis on Sir Thomas Adams, Baronet Commander of His Majesty's Frigate the Boston, who died at Virginia. By a Young Lady.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Arlington. Invites him to supper \"this evening at 8 oclock.\" Autograph letter signed, with envelope, watermark (Patent).","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Eltham. Apologizes for enclosing letter to Major [Geo. A.] Washington--heard he was at Eltham, and desired to reach him--sympathizes with \"distressing accident\" in his family and Mrs. Daingerfield's situation [widowed]--her children are all well--\"Washington [G.W.P. Custis] quite hearty and the prettiest creature in the World ...\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. An autograph document signed, in the hand of Herbert Washington, promising to pay $60 on April 1, 1824 for the season of Rattler. Witnessed by Robert Earley. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thronton by Saml. Strider. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Herbert Washington, endorsed. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thornton by Saml. Strider.","A.D. 1 page. Note, height of mountain peaks in the Himalaya Mountains and others, marked \"For my darling Angela.\" Relative heights of mountains, principally in India, and sources of the Ganges River.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. A.D. 1 page. Heard of her safe arrival at Mrs. Mason's--hopes to see her again--hopes her neuralgia will disappear--will try to make Col. [Bliss] diet more strictly to prevent another attack--news of [Z. Taylor's] family. [B.T. bliss was probably Zachary Taylor's younger daughter, Mary Elizabeth, or Betty]. Autograph letter signed, cover marked \"concerning Bliss and Taylors\", watermark.","D. 1 page. Poem in French, 8 lines with quotation at end from \"Pleasures of Memory.\"","D. 1 page. Cover note, unknown author or recipient. Received enclosed letter some time since and opened it, having heard rumor \"you was gone to ye. other World\"--this probably owing to his retiring from company because of the Eruptions. Document, frag., laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. In answer to his [G.A.W.'s] letter, he has cash ready for him--no purchaser for G.A.W.-s lots--cash scarce and no one wants to enter into any contract--requests a visit by G.A.W. and Mrs. [Fanny Bassett] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark.","D. 4 pages. Speech, The superiority of free countries over despotisms--necessity of educating people. Document, draft, probably in hand of George A. Washington, with revisions in an unknown hand, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Mount Vernon. Assures G.A.W. of his practicing his resolution to set time aside for meditation and studious reading--hasn't retired before 12 oclock since his return from Mt. Vernon--found father much improved on arrival at Eltham--he has set out for Richmond in answer to a pressing letter of the Speaker's. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, by G.A.W., laminated, watermark.","Bushrod Washington bookplate. Torn, part missing, laminated.Similar to G.W.'s bookplate.","D. 1 page. Note, Weight of tobacco. The gross, tares, and net weight of tobacco grown on several farms. Document, fragment, totaled most likely in G.W.'s hand. Total net - 8772.","D. 1 page. \"Calculation of the work that 4 Ploughs may do in one Year.\" Subtracting 30 days for harvest and avoiding wet times of season. Unidentified hand.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield to Blenheim. Will is despatched with the brandy--keg would hold only 17 gals.--sends endorsed Bills and a letter regarding sale which comes up tomorrow--relates family news to relate to Mrs. Washington--at Mr. Lee's last night for a fish feast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"By Will,\" laminated, watermark (WH). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Laurel Grove to Blenheim. Misses seeing and hearing from H. Washington, her only sister--she has been a mother and sister to her--hopes to see her at Laurel Grove--she herself cannot leave home until crops are gathered--regards to members of family. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (G. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza. Smith.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. His thanks for their electing him as their representative in the last assembly--but must decline reelection--reasons. Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"a letter written by my great grandfather John Parke Custis given me by Cousin Mary Lee,\" laminated, watermark.","Three covers for correspondence. Folded sheet bearing notation \"General Washington's letters.\"","D. 2 pages. In the left column of each page the unknown author records the name of the city, in the middle column the mileage to the next city, and in the far right column a running account of the total mileage covered thus far. The unknown author totals the distance between Philadelphia and Augusta as 717 miles.","Letter cover, addressed to Mrs. Ann Washington, Rippon Lodge. Autograph document, fragment only, laminated.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Lists volumes of G.W.'s private correspondence, surveys, accounts, diaries, etc. and no. of pages in each--also 400 vols. from G.W.'s library, many with complimentary presentation from authors--\"I propose adding to the library his mahogany case of instruments used by him when he was a surveyer and in after life.\"--also to include 10 vols. from library of R.H. Lee, inherited by him[G.C.W.]--\"The private papers of Genl. Washington, although not so numerous as those relating to public affairs for which the government paid $25,000, will be generally esteemed more curious and interesting, as developing more fully his character, through all the stages of his life, and the wonderful regularity and system which governed him under all circumstances.\"--papers on file too numerous to be listed but will accompany papers named in above schedule, with exception of small portion, which are confidential or refer only to family matters--will also include commission of G.W. as Lt. Genl. of Army, signed by John Adams, and his diplomas from universities and freedons of cities--\"I really think that a state which confered so many honors on him as did yours, the best, by following throughout his precepts and principles, is a proper depository for his works.\" Autograph document signed, in hand of G.C.W. and signed by him, docketed by G.C.W.","D. 2 pages. Memorandum, prices of Boston glass. List of prices of glass of varying sizes. Document, in unknown hand, docketed, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Amount £4.0.4. Document signed, charred fragment only, laminated. Receipted by Joseph Mott.","D. 1 page. Receipt for£8.10.7  \"for [ ] potatoes for the use of the President.\" Document, fragment, laminated, watermark, incomplete (Run).","Letter cover, to Mrs. Anna Washington, Alexandria. 1 document, fragment, laminated.","Letter and letter cover, to Col. John Augustine Washington, Bushfield. Document, fragment of cover, charred by fire, laminated, docket (cannot be deciphered), directed \"favr. Th. [Snow?]\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for early pease, Windsor Beanes, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, artichoak, etc. Document signed, fragment, laminated. Receipted by John Le Keux.","London. Bill for 9 1/4 yds. rich hair camlet. Document, partly printed bill, laminated. Receipted by J. Stonehen[ ] for Messrs. Lowth and [ ].","D. 1 page. \"First attempt in poetic way by Eliza McCaw and Ann Washington.\" On reverse of letter cover of a letter from Sarah Craufurd to Ann Washington, dated March 10, laminated, watermark.","D. 1 page. Gives marriage and death dates of George and Ann Fairfax Washington Lee. Also births of their children, dates of christening, their Godparents, etc. Autograph document, laminated, not examined for watermark.","Fragment of vellum with notes. 1 page. \"Tobacco ... by Gen. Washington ........ at Mount Vernon and manufactured by ... to his ... Col. Wm. A. Washington and by him bequeathed to ... son Col. W. Washington in ...\"","Order, David Stewart to Mr. Stark of Hanover. Regarding the estate of John Parke Custis. February order against Starke Oliver 26 attachment for answer 26 - 52 cents. (Signed) William Pollard, cl[er]k.","Requests money to pay for a load of hay. \"I am pennyless indeed.\" Autograph letter initialed, quarter sheet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Wn.\" Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate.","A.D. 2 pages. 10 line poem in praise of G.W., ending \"Washington - The Nation Glories in the name To bear it is the pride of fame.\" Autograph document, fragment, marked in another hand \"by Robert Lewis Fredericksburg, Va.,\" at bottom of paper is scratched out a verse to a sweetheart, laminated.","Schedule of the papers of General Washington in possession of George Corbin Washington.","\"His Britannic Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary.\" Son of Samuel Vaughan.","Survey, Mount Vernon Land. A.D. 2 pages. Plat of 150 acres of land at mouth of Dogue Creek, conveyed by Wm. Spencer to Richard Osborn, later a part of Mount Vernon. Document, possibly docketed in G.W.'s hand \"Old Survey of no use,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Woodlawn. \"Monday night.\" Thanks her for letters and valuable present--Patty [Martha Custis Peter] sent her chocolate, oranges and sage--her illness-hopes to be spared a while longer to her helpless family--must eat only simple food--chocolate for breakfast and whey at night--her garden--hears that Betsy [Eliza Custis Law] looks badly--\"I would not my Child send your letter again to Law for I do not suppose it would have the smallest effect in changing his plans.\"--returns her towels and basket. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, spread eagle watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Stuart.\"","Note, A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, in 3rd person, in hand of G.A.W., fragment, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\" Incomplete note, requesting \"2 good gridstones\" [grindstones??]. On reverse is account in G.A.W.'s writing dated May 23d, for making clothing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Apoligizes for leaving him last night without shaking his hand or wishing him goodnight--afraid he would take it as intentional--send more of the Shalloon [woolen fabric of twill weave, used chiefly for linings] and some patterns of white satin with prices. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Alexandria. Received letter and key--send any of his shirts or handkerchiefs that are done--extreme heat--intends coming to Alexandria soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Visit of Miss Caton to Mt. Vernon--her approaching [marriage] to someone who will make her miserable--has heard of Burd's approaching marriage--General Moreau in Philadelphia--fever raging in Phila. will prevent [Bush. Washington] holding court there until Dec.--fears fever has come to Washington--Uncle [Bushrod Washington] leaves for Trenton and Aunt for \"upper country,\" so will be alone--will try to visit Phila. in Spring. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va., laminated, George Washington's watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. \"Our travelers\" have returned in good health--they received handsome presents she sent--hopes to speak to her in person some day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarked (Van der Ley), in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Georgetown. Has lost his second mother, \"the mother of the angelic companion of my life ...\"--present his excuses to her sister [E.P. Custis Law]. Autograph letter signed, written in French, integral cover, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe \"in your care.\" Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends, according to her request, her Museums and the \"Battle of Prague\"--hasn't time to give news of the [Praus ?] but supposes [Christian Blackburn] and Polly have done so--heard news of her at Annapolis [of her expecting a child]--reminds her he is to be one of the God fathers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends preserves and handkerchiefs--will have children innoculated--ask Dr. to send pills for violent oppression in her breast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Tom, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S.C.\"","A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, fragment, laminated, directed by \"favor Mr. Scott\". Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bowling Green, Tavern. Reached General Spotswoods and found him ill--her own depressed spirits at parting from mother and father and [Polly]--prays for [Polly's] restoration to health--will send barley sugar and try to get some entertaining magazines to send her--will write how she likes her new home--forward her the calico from Alexa. when it arrives--Kitty [Blackburn] sends love. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (R. Williams). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Goes to Greenwood [Md.] for 3 weeks--promises to write often. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Will with pleasure come to her--her husband is ill and never received her letters will try to get some books--has send [Richard S. Blackburn's] letters to her. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sally [Craufurd] still pale from ague--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd still away from home--will get calico for her and send bundle of quilt to Mrs. Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries, Sept. 19,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her not to drink pump water and avoid night air--also cautions [Bushrod Washington] against too much fatigue--asks for some calico which Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd will pick up on next trip. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"favor Mrs. Keith,\" watermark incomplete, letter written on cover addressed to Mrs. Craufurd, Greenwood, several messages written on cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Disappointed [Ann] can't pay the visit she promised--blames [Bushrod Wasington] for her not being able to come--cannot go to B[ush]field because they have no carriage--sorry there wasn't muslin for a christening cap--won't have child christened until [Ann] can stand for her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, postscript on reverse cannot be deciphered, watermark (crown). Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hopes she hasn't given up intention of going to springs--hopes she'll come soon [to Rippon Lodge]-will wait to go to Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] until she can go with her--ask Mr. [Bushrod] Washington how much money will Kitty [Blackburn] need?--Capt. Campbell expected to die from abcess on lungs. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Friday.\" Got home yesterday and Polly's [Blackburn] fever seems worse--will take her to Dr.'s when she is able to travel--fears cruel ride to Greenwood will be hard to take--write how she likes her housekeeper--Dickey [R.S. Blackburn] very industrious, hopes it will last. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Monday evening.\" Glad to hear she reached Fredericksburg safely--Edmond Lee delivered box of paints and received from her $30 and Jude's [Judith Blackburn] riding coat. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Disappointed at not hearing from her--[Sarah Craufurd] left yesterday, says she is to accompany [Ann] to Springs in July--will be glad to get her anything she desires--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] does well in her studies--goes to brother's [Richard Scott Blackburn] next week--they [R.S. Blackburn] have lost their son. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. They have all been sickly--little Tom [Blackburn, Jr.] has flux--sends her some servants--send things for Nell to sew, and will make her do it. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends beer and pickles by Will, also marmalade--sends $3 in part payment for Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] tea. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S.  1 page. Got down a little after dark--Polly [Blackburn] tolerable well--Lewis will bring sugar--send patterns of jacket--sent money to pay tradesman, hates to be in their debt--sends cherries and pease--will send lamb when they kill one. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Stranded in Dumfries by her horses running away and servant sent after them--she and Polly [Blackburn] both ill there--sends Brena [servant] for her, who has promised to behave well--gave Brena money for linen to make herself a jacket and petticoat. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry they were delayed in town by Jack's injury--[Richard S. Blackburn] not home, so can't offer loan of his phaeton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark.","D. Survey, plot of land in Georgetown. Intersection of Back St. and W-n St. in Thomas Beall of Georgetown second addition to Georgetown ... several lots included in the survey ... Text and diagram.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington thanks Mr. Snow for his present of Oranges. She asks him if he could enquire among the shops for cotton resembling the piece she is sending him and if he is lucky in finding it will he please purchase one yard and a half for her. She does not wish to hurry him in this matter.","Document, 1 page. Some of these papers are in the collection given by Mr. Stewart, see Checklist of the Collection nos. 31, 32.","Autograph note, half page. Mrs. Lee sends a black apron which Mrs. Turberville may return when next at Mt. Pleasant or whenever needed. Autograph note, 3rd person, half-page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. G. Lee\". [Writer is Ann Fairfax Washington Lee; recipient could be her sister-in-law, Martha Lee who married Maj. George Tuberville].","Cover or wrapping label. \"For/ Cousin Nelly/ from/ Sade.\"","Genealogy note, \"Washington pedigree.\" General information on English ancestors ... quotes Sparks' Life of Washington and Burke's Commoners of Great Britain. Mr. Grace to Washington.","Slip of paper with note, \"Thomas Beall of Geo and Ann Beall Bills for Taxes Geo. C[orbin] Washington Cheques and Signatures.\"","1 pr. shoes for Negro Ellick, $1.50.","Note with list of letters. \"Autograph letters (being copies or in his hand).\" Included are Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jay, Lafayette, Judge Peters, Bishop White, ...","Mourning poem. A.D. 4 pages. \"A feeble tribute in a Short funeral thought offered to the Memory of the Dear the Illustrous George Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, folio size. Written and signed by Josiah Throop, Johnstown, New York.","A.L.S. 1 page. Invites young Hamiilton to Arlington House after he met him at Mr. Calverts. -- Calls himself and his wife \"plain old-fashioned folk.\" Written to Alexander Hamilton's son.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Audley. Concerning the imprudent behavior of a relative, Mary. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Congratulations on a fine harvest, and hopes that it will bring a good price. They are expecting 85 cents for theirs. Report on the success of a newly aquired wheat reaper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn to Audley. Report on the farm business. He is sending him \"four yellow horse chesnut trees and two Red.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Proposal for a new operation for transporting the wheat crop efficiently and economically. L.L.'s current agent, Davis, has been unsatisfactory in this matter. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.D.S. Bushrod and Corbin Washington as Executors of John Augustine Washington, deceased, bring complaint against Lewis and Noble for non-payment of bond due John Augustine. Document signed, but not by the concerned parties.","\"A Perpetual Almanack.\" Handwritten calendar and rule \"to find the day of the month.\" For years 1830-1850.  Handwriting not identified.","Prayer book, Washington family. Judge Washington, Mount Vernon on one side. Ann Eliza Washington, Mt. Zepher, Virginia on the front cover. Handwritten prayers for morning and evening with some blank pages.","Printed invitation to a birthnight Ball on February 22, to be given at the City Hotel. Includes a list of managers. By Esther Maria Coxe Lewis.","A.L.S. 3 pages. The letter describes the death and funeral of Mr. [Major Richard L] Blackburn and mentions the condition and feeding of certain livestock as well as his plans for milling corn. On portion of cover there appears a list of domestic items and concerns in an unidentified handwriting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D. 4 pages. Extracts from Washington family wills, and legal documents, relating to MV, viz. Augustine W-n's deed conveying Mount Vernon to Lawrence, will of Augustine W-n, Bushrod's interpretations. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a book, \"Resolutions of '98-'99\", which was mistakenly sent to the Library of Congress.","Group of mss. fragments and newspaper fragments discovered in a rat's nest in the Washington bedchamber in 1905. Includes scraps and fragments of the following: Letter from Bushrod Washington, ca. April 4, 1806 to his wife Ann Blackburn Washington, letter to unknown recipient from \"Mr. Greenwood,\" ca. May 7, 1805, letter from unknown author to  \"Friend [Jeremiah] Sanford\" ca. April 6, 1783, and a letter from J. B. Mickoby to Mrs. [Ann Blackburn] Washington discussing Bushrod Washington's recovery from the grippe. These are not full letters, and are in various states of deterioration.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Receipt, Sheriff of Fairfax County. For executing a capias on Thomas Kirby Amount: $.63.","Newspaper clipping. Article on Audley. Writer and paper not identified.","A.S.N. 1 page. Invitation to a party.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Describes his travels since leaving her at Elsing Green ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","Cover note. A fragment \"Papers relative to Major George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I am very sorry it is not in my power now to send you the mony if you had aplyed to my son Batt he could a payed you or if you had lett me know sooner could got it for you ...\" Postcript: asks Mackenzie to give her best to Batt if he should see him. Name on original manuscript appear as \"F. Dandridge.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Charlestown.  \"Please to get me a side[?] of leather, if your town affords it, that is fit to make me some light shoes, as my man Daniel, has nothing, ... I'll also thank you to get me a hammer mould, for my smiths shop.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Petition to the Frederick County Court. Signed by Hannah Washington, Alvin Throckmorton, William A. Booth, [ ] LaRue, Jacob LaRue. They petition the court to \"have the Road Leading from Buck marsh through the Land of Warner Washington Decd--to the Berkley Line; removed--\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, seal (red). edges are brown/black from fire.","Partially printed Broadside with A.L.S. written on bottom and verso from D.P. Ridgeway to John Redfield. Advertisement reads \"A small farm for sale! Composed of 50, 100, or 150 acres, as may suit the Purchaser. For the Ready  Money, the subscribers will sell for a low price. The property is located about six miles from Alexandria, Va., nearly adjoining to Mount Vernon. For further information, apply to the subscribers on the premises.\" The letter asks for assistance with the sale of the property.","A.D. One manuscript, 33 pages. Autobiography of Rev. James Craik, grandson of Dr. James Craik.","Diary, Revolutionary War prisoner. 23 pages. 8\" x 5\". Detailed diary written (after the fact) by a New England Patriot who was captured by the British. Describes his repeated attempts to escape. Excellent description of treatment by the British of American soldiers.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Miss Frances N. Nightingale, who is proprietor of a school for girls at 20 East 92nd St., has a miniature full length of Washington in a brooch studied with pearls given by ...\" Provenance of W270 taken from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The brooch of George Washington (miniature by John Trumbull) is the smallest full length in existence ...\" Provenance of W-270 taken from curatorial files.","A.D. 1 page. \"A piece of the Robe in which Genl. Washington was Christened Also a button from one of his coats.\" Autograph document, (one small envelope) laminated. Provenance information for W-469 taken from the Curatorial Files.","A.D. 3 pages. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files which discusses table settings for the Seures China and other figurines. Gouverneur Morris is mentioned. Note by Harrison Dodge at bottom reads \"(Found on top of Harpsichord after Council 1912. It refers to the [?] now in Mt. Vernon Mansion - HHD)\"","Newspaper advertisement. John Sunnocks, Trunk-maker from London. Provenance information.","A.L.S.  4 pages. Wilmington, April 14. In regards to furnishing the Delaware Room. Discusses lamp and marble stone cover of the original tomb.","Facsimile reproduction image of firedogs (shows length and height). Research for W-7.","D.S. 1 page. Concerning silver gorget from the Siege of Savannah. Provenance for H-475.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Provenance information for the Stuart Washington Endorsement of authentication made by Caroline H. Richardson. Provenance for H-4.","D. 1 page. Provenance information through Mr. George L. Schuyler and Mrs. Isaac Bell for W-7 firedogs. \"I was present during the winter of 1890 when Mr. George L. Schuyler presented this pair of fire dogs to my mother Mrs. Isaac Bell.\"","Newspaper article. 1 page. Newspaper acct. of relic of the Siege of Savannah. Research for H-475, silver gorget.","D. 1 page. Provenance for the piece of Lace ruffle on Washington's Linen, given by Mrs. Washington to Gilbert Stuart, when he was engaged in finishing the General's Portrait, provenance for W-448.","Printed bookplate of Bushrod Washington.","AL.S. 2 pages. \"Dear friend, The books arrived in perfect order. I ought to have acknowledged their safe receipt, but thought they got so near home in getting to the Antislavery office that you would have no anxiety. I am glad they answered your purpose and whenever i can be of any further service to you in that way I will be glad to do so.\"","A.D. 1 page. Muster roll. No location or unit information.","A.D. 4 pages. Genealogy or family tree of Edmund Law Rogers. Not complete.","Printed ticket to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, with \"A.M. Bassett\" written on verso. Number 5529.  Lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. \"The possessor hereof shall be entitled to receive the Prize that may be drawn against it's Number.\"","Print calling card for General Lafayette. Note written on reverse by Mr. Dodge reads \"This card was found by Miss Riggs, V.R. D.C. among papers of her family - sent by her to Mt. Vernon, 1921.\"","Printed broadside with 6 verses of a song to celebrate Washington's birthday. Tune, God Bless America.","Manuscript notes with references to George Washington family and descendants. Badly damaged, deteriorated. Several pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Washingtons shaving stand. W-202","News clipping,  Poem about Washington. \"__ on Washington by George W.P. Custis, of Arlington, The Step-grandson of Washington.\" Handwritten note at bottom reads \"1905. Keep this for Edmund.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"My dear cousin, You would very much oblige me and my neighbours here and at the same time be performing an act of great charity, if you would use your interest to prevent the Lock Keeper of Lock 56 on this Canal being turned out of her situation. She is a widow with six children,...\" with envelope.","A. D. 1 page. Account book fragment with entry for Geo. S. Washington to pay for \"cleaning his shoes.\"","Manuscript notes on the provenance of a cross purported to be a piece of George Washington's coffin. According to the manuscript, the cross was taken \"by bribing a negro\" when Washington's body was transfered to the new tomb in 1831.","In undated note, Mrs. Hamilton sends her compliments to Mr. Gale and Seaon, and states that she would like to subscribe to their weekly paper.","Handwritten transcript (author unknown) of a speach to the United States Senate on George Washington's camp chest.","Oath of Allegiance. 3 pages, 6 pages of text.","This document is a cover sheet describing a collection of letters between the Marquis de Lafayette and Eliza Parke Custis Law. It has a typewritten note at the top of the document in French. The description of the leters is written in pencil, by an unknown hand. It also describes the friendship between George Washington, the Lafayette family, and Eliza Parke Custis Law.","Envelope which once contained an undated letter written by Lord Cornwallis, a letter written by the Marquis de Lafayette, facsimile of a letter written by George Washington, and  letters of Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee, and Colonel Nicholas Rogers.","List of family documents referring to Law, Custis, Lawrence A. Washington, Lawrence Lewis, John Law, James Adams, Eliza Law Rogers, Eleanor A. Rogers, Lloyd Rogers, and Thos. [Thomas] Law.","There are two separate pieces of writing within this folder. One is a handwritten excerpt from George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections of Washington,\" describing the John Trumbull portrait of George Washington painted in 1790, and the \"first portrait of George Washington\" by Gilbert Stuart. The other is a narrative written by an unknown Custis descendant describing the the John Wollston portrait of Martha Washington, taken prior to her marriage to George Washington.","Note describing a China saucer that was a part of a larger tea set left to George Washington Parke Custis in Martha Washington's will. This set was given to her by a Mr. VanBraam.","Note provides background information on an engraving of a Betty Washington Lewis portrait, originally thought to be Martha Washington. The engraving was done by Cheney and Kellogg.","Note on a fragment of paper, with information on the deaths of George Washington Parke Custis and [James] Sharples.","Four fragments of a handwritten transcription of a letter from Lord Cornwallis to an unknown recipient. The letter is incomplete.","Copy of letter. George Washington writes to Martha regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will.","Two nearly identical provenance statements regarding the 1772 Charles Willson Peale portrait of George Washington. One statement has some grammatical edits and inserts. The statement describes the style and subject of the portrait, the various owners (up to Edmund Law Rogers, the grandson of Eliza Parke Custis Law), and the conservation work done on the portrait. Edmund Law Rogers died in 1896. This document is undated, and unauthored.","Indenture, from November 1576, details a land transaction between Edward Zouche and his wife Elenor and three people from Hemyock, Devon county, England. Names appear to be Nicholas (last name unclear), John Perry(?), and Charles Ford.  On bifold reads \"Hemyock, Zouch to Cha Ford \u0026 Nov. 19.\" Related documentation from auction house indicates the document was signed by Lawrence Washington, the quintuple great-grandfather of George Washington.","The book is inscribed to Louisa C. Washington to Hannah B. Washington.","Name index. pp. 1-107 ledger entries, 108-141 blank, 142-155 missing, 156-176 copies of leases deeds, etc. watermark.","Box also contains loose items that originally went with the ledger including: ","1) 1771 July 31. Letter, Anne Haulworth to \"dear Madam,\" A.N.S. Request for 25 pounds of sugar ... \n2) 1773 August 12. Letter, Jesse Coats to John Augustine Washington. A.N.S. Coats requests Washington to pay Thomas Blane the money Washington owes Coats ...\n3) 1778 September 12. Ledger entry of tobacco sales, Amt. of tobacco and price received ...\n4) 1779 May 22. Receipt, Sum of 30/ for the Virginia \"Gazette\" pd. by Col. Washington for Phillip Smith ...\n5) 1779 October 1. List of tools lent to Jas. Brinnon by John A. Washington.\n6) 1780 November 23. Account, Major Burditt Asheton with John A. Washington. To cash pd. Wm. Pegg.\n7) 1782 June 25. Account, Elizabeth Sehon with Mr. Will Mills. Mills was John A. Washington's overseer ... she desires payment of 2 1/2 barrels of Indian corn which was promised for 5 yds. of cloth for a coat ...\n8) 1783 June 14. Tax receipt for tobacco. Note of payment at Nomini for inspection of tobacco and taxes thereon ...\n9) 1784 April. Account, John Carroll with John A. Washington. Carroll made a trip to Berkeley for JAW ...\n10) 1784 April 15. Receipt, Thomas Kirkpatrick to Jeremiah Sandford. For 10 barrels of flour ... pinned to credit side of Kirkpatrick's account in the Ledger ...\n11) 1787 August 6. Note, Bushrod Washington to unknown recipient. Expresses regret that an account has remained unsettled when the writer thought it had been paid.\n12) undated. Notes gold and paper money on hand.\n13) undated. Account, John Walker with John A. Washington. For weaving cloth for Washington and Mr. Rice ... account of Mr. Will Rice appears on this page ...\n14) undated. Account, Robert Lewis with the Farmer's Hotel Washington City.","The ledger of William Carlin, who was a tailor in Alexandria who made clothes for George Washington and other staff members at Mount Vernon.","Contains decision in friendly suit of Lawrence A. Washington \u0026 others against Bushrod Washington \u0026 Lawrence Lewis, acting executors of General Washington, dated April 15, 1825 and signed by A. Moore, Commissioner and auditor--Order of Court of the District of Columbia, Alexandria County, Lawrence Washington and the other Legatees, etc. against Bushrod Washington, Lawrence Lewis, etc. May 19, 1823 teste Edm. I Lee C.C.--sales of a portion of the estate with names of purchasers, etc. (1802-1805)--Accounts of various legatees in account with estate--accounts of Lawrence Lewis reported to Fairfax Courthouse.","General Business Accounts. Beginning at end of the book are 14 pages devoted to an account with the Schooner William Henry. The entries are in the hand of Robert Beverley, later, the executor of Wm. A. Washington's estate.","Contains Bishop Wilson's Sacra Privata--favorite hymns, prayers,--extracts from Sharps Sermons--12 golden rules and other religious extracts--notes on the education of children.","(London: Printed for J. Harris)","Westervelt's journey was made in 1839, recorded in 1841 and the dedication to Hon. Richard Rover is dated Dec. 18, 1842.\nBount cursory descriptions of the principal cities between N.Y. and Society Hill ... 15 p. description of Mount Vernon, grounds, tomb, Mansion: interior and exterior ... appalled at the ruined condition of the estate.","Manuscript diary of Civil War soldier Private James A. Minish, 105th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. With spiral-bound, typescript transcription of the diary and additional letters, edited and annotated by M. L. Brown. The diary includes descriptions of Minish's visits to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon.","A Reconstruction-era manuscript journal kept by Helen Josephine Dike Stearns, wife of a prominent New York merchant. The journal includes descriptions of a visit to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon in April 1870.","There are three sets of entries in the ledger.  The first set of entries consists of 36 pages and date to 1739, 1740, 1742, 1744, 1745, 1746, and 1747 and individual lists are accepted and signed by William Fairfax ( 1691 – 1757), who had just built Belvoir.    Several pages are headed \"Gedney Clarke Mercht of Barbados\" who apparently is in charge of shipping items to William Fairfax in Virginia.\nThe second set of entries in the ledger comprises most of the ledger and consists of  52  pages.  It covers the years 1760 to 1772 and  accounts are initialed by \"GWFx,\"  George William Fairfax, son of William Fairfax, who died in 1757. These entries consist of page after page of goods or services purchased largely from London merchants; Cheapside, Fleet Street, and Charring Cross are mentioned.   \nA third section of the ledger consists of six pages in the middle of the book that date from 1760 to 1766.  It is an \"Acct of Sales of Tobacco\" from 1760 to 1766.  The names of the buyers are unknown.","A.D. 46 pages. Autograph document, leatherbound ledger. Account book kept by Fanny Bassett Washington from the death of her husband George Augustine Washington until her marriage to Tobias Lear. Household, financial accounts.","Scrapbook contains prints, original and copies of letters, and financial documents dating from the early 18th to late 19th century.","Commonplace book of Louisa Clemson Brown (later Rogers), a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington. Louisa lived from 1862-1939 in West Virginia.","Commonplace book signed on title page Mary Rogers, believed to be Mary Washington Rogers (later Laidley) of West Virginia, a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington.  The scrapbook contains letters and poems regarding God, Autumn, love, religion, friendship, prayer, Mrs. Rogers, and Mary.","Richard Roberts was the son of Richard Roberts (1808-1876). His mother died when he was five years old and the family left New Jersey a few years later. Likely they joined the Quaker community which had established itself in Alexandria in the 1850s, the pacifist Woodlawn Quakers. This group lived near the village of Accotink, a place mentioned several times in Robert's autobiography. According to a history of the Alexandria Quaker Meeting by Martha Claire Catlin, the group befriended and supported the economic independence and land ownership of the free African Americans in the area. The 1870 census shows Richard Robert's family living on real estate valued at $7,250, on a portion of Mount Vernon where they had numerous African American neighbors. Given the descriptions in the text, the Roberts farm may have been part of Washington's \"Muddy Hole\" or \"Dogue Run\" property. Roberts provides descriptions of his life there, the estate, and inhabitants, just after the Civil War.","Charter of Robert Washington of Sulgrave, Co. Northants, and his son and heir Lawrence Washington, being a quit claim whereby they both give up to Roger Littleford of Sulgrave, \"husbandman,\" their right and title in a messuage or tenement in Sulgrave lately in possession of John Mosse of Sulgrave \"laborer\", also their right and title in one quadrant and a \"quarterne\" of a virgate of land in Sulgrave. Signed and sealed by both Robert and Lawrence Washington, signed on verso by four witnesses.","The two signers of this document are direct ancestors of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Robert Washington, 1540-1619, was the eldest son of Lawrence, builder of Sulgrave Manor. The other signer, Robert's eldest son, Lawrence, 1565-1616, was grandfather of Colonel John Washington, who settled in Virginia in 1657 and was himself great-grandfather of the first President.","Journal of weather conditions and events taking place at Mt. Vernon under supervision of Bushrod Washington--[Cannon was evidently an overseer]--acct. of Birthday celebration in Alexandria-- acct. of many persons coming to Mt. Vernon to \"view the situation\"--mentions visiters and family and financial matters--enmity for Dutchman Frobel--hire of a German gardener--Mr. Jackson \"... took his [runaway] Negroe in Philada. but he was taken away from him again by the mob.\" Bound diary, in front is name \"John Brazier Cannon Mount Vernon February 20th 1806\" (There is also a bound typescript in library).Bound Manuscript. 182 pages.","This manuscript is made up of several sections. Approximately the first 100 pages include inventories of the Mount Vernon estate's contents (silver, dishes, beds, linens, and so on). That set of inventories was begun during Bushrod Washington's tenure as owner of Mount Vernon. Much of the text appears to be in his handwriting. The middle 200 pages are made up of the manuscript contain the daily diary of John A. Washington III for the years 1842-1845, while he owned Mount Vernon. The final 50 or so pages contain John A. Washington's record of work done by various individuals on the Mount Vernon property for several months at the end of 1842 to the beginning of 1843; a variety of other miscellaneous records and accounts are included in these final pages, all of which appear \"upside down\" in relation to the inventories and diary because they were written with the blank book flipped over so that the original back cover became the front cover. The inventories include two lists of slaves: one is dated 20 July 1815 (during the Bushrod Washington years); and the other with birthdates to April 1845 (during the John A. Washington III years).","The first page reads \"An account of the proceedings of the Commissioners appointed by the County Court of Fairfax County VA to assess the damages to be paid by the Manassas Gap Railroad to the Landowners through whose lands in Fairfax county the Railroad shall be constructed\". John Augustine Washington was a commissioner along with J.B. Hunter, L.M. Ball, E.G. Ford, and G.M. Millar. This is an account of their surveys including their travels to the various sites.","Ledger, possibly kept by Lawrence Washington, contains notes on books in the Library of Congress and in the Alexandria library.","The journal includes topics of medicinal notes, farrier techniques, recipes, and law.","Journal begins with a \"List of negros\" including name, when born, and how acquired. Journal includes dated daily entries and an alphabetized index at the end. There is also an annotated drawing of the interior arrangement of the New Tomb.","The first entry in the diary is a 3 page \"List of negros\", belonging to John Augustine Washington. The list includes names, birthdates, and sources of acquisition. Other entries in the diary are regarding business, financial matters, and the management of Mount Vernon.","Bound manuscript contains the returns kept for General Poor's Brigade, by Captain Benjamin Walker, at various camps, a few returns left unaccomplished, several general orders and records of courts-martial,and a legal docket ca. 1830. These daily inventories of soldiers and their equipment begin at Valley Forge in January 1778 and run through May 1779.","Anne S. Frobel's father, John Jacob Frobel, was Ann Washington's music teacher, and lived for a short time at Mount Vernon (circa 1804-1806) with Bushrod and Ann Washington. The diary includes reminiscences of her childhood visits to Mount Vernon.Part I of the diary covers the Civil War years, 1861-1865. It constitutes almost 90% of the diary and deals with Anne and her sister Elizabeth's experiences as two female southern sympathizers alone on a farmstead, \"Wilton Hill,\" outside of Alexandria, Va. Frobel describes the occupation of northern Virginia by Union soldiers, as well as their own house and grounds by the Union Army.She reveals both their fears and courage as she describes problems with Union soldier raids, and her attempts to get protection from Union officers. She relates the hazards of travelling to Alexandria, difficulties obtaining passes, and the desertion of slaves to the army. She also relates her own deteriorating relationship with her slaves, and their relationship to the soldiers.Part II of the diary describes a six-year period after the war, 1873-1879, detailing Elizabeth's and her financial hardships and the difficulty of collecting rent from tenants. She also relates their attempts to sell their farm.","Contains copies of letters written in the course of Clement Biddle's business dealings in Philadelphia. Includes copies of letters to George Washington (28 in number), Henry Knox, James Wilkinson, and Timothy Pickering, and others. The Washington letters concern his efforts to procure household goods, furniture, agricultural implements and supplies for the Washington family, providing a record of the development of the Mount Vernon estate in the period between the Revolutionary War and Washington's presidency. The letters also reveal interesting insights into life in Philadelphia during the period of the Constitutional Convention.","Contains accounts for the running of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, its constituent farms and businesses. Entries document expenses for the fisheries, tailor work, voyage of the brig (or brigantine) Farmer to Jamaica in 1774, tools, clothing for slaves, expenses for various craftsmen, food, weaving, tobacco, and much more. Earliest entries are said to be in the hand of John Kirkpatrick, while the last two thirds of the volume are in the hand of Lund Washington. About a half dozen notations in George Washington's hand also appear. Quite a few later manuscript additions appear throughout, giving explanations or 'editorial commentary' on the text. Pages numbered 89-107 were removed prior to the original coming to Mount Vernon.","Also available at Mount Vernon: typed transcription dating perhaps to 1932 (Transctiption 17-A); handwritten \"transcript with index\" by A.L. Reese dating to 1946 (Transcription 18-A); and typed transcription created by Gwendolyn White and Maureen Connors in 2009 (Transcription 45-A).","Blank book, leaves ruled for musical notation. Folio, bound in calf. Inscription on the flyleaf: \"Martha Parke Custis March 1768\" in the hand of George Washington. Contains holograph short musical pieces, some with texts in English, suitable for a beginning student, in two different hands, believed to be those of Martha Parke Custis and her teacher John Stadler.","Bound volume includes various sheet music bound together for use of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Front cover contains the name \"Eleaner P. Custis [sic]\" embossed on leather. Includes \"Trois Sonates a quatre mains pour clavecin ou piano forte,\" among others. Includes handwritten note at the end of the volume.","The bound sheet music was owned by Eleanor Park Custis, approximately 1786-1792.  Includes multiple music publications that are bound together. Music was composed for various instruments such as violin and harpsichord, as well as voice.","The bound manuscript music contains music in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis, with a collection of miscellaneous pieces including the published score of \"Love in a Village: A Comic Opera.\" Signed \"Eleanor Parke Custis, February 25th 1797.\" The front cover contains the the number \"1442\" in the bottom left corner.","Bound volume belonged to Eleanor Parke Custis, whose name is embossed in leather on the cover as \"Eleanor P. Custis.\" Includes multiple musical works bound together.  Works are for instrument and voice, in Italian.  Also contains a souvenir piece of a banner and a handwritten note.","The bound sheet music of twelve progressive lessons for the harpsichord, piano forte or organ, was owned by Eleanor Parke Custis. Also includes handwritten music and notes. The verso of the front cover includes an inscription, \"Frances Parke Lewis 1814.\"","Folio, modern binding of Robert Bremner's 'The Harpsichord or Spinnet Miscellany,' belonging to Martha Parke Custis. Inscription on recto or leaf following title page: \"Martha Parke Custis January the 19 1769\" and \"Marta Parke Custis.\" Pages, full and partial, have been silked.","Bound collection of published chamber works by Pleyel and three sonatas by Kozeluch primarily for piano-forte and harpsichord. Manuscript copy of \"Hope Told a Flattering Tale,\" by Pleyel; \"Here's a health to ane I loe dear,\" music by Kozeluch -poetry by Robert Burns; \"Come live with me, \u0026 be my love,\" composed by Emerick, poetry by Shakespeare; \"The Chieftain,\" words by T. C. [Thomas Campbell]; \"The Hunter's Horn,\" words by Fitzsimons, music by Philips (?); \"Dearest Maid I adore thee,\" words by J. Lee Lewis, composed by W Slape; in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Also includes manuscript copy of \"Hymn of Riego\" in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis [Lewis] in 1826. A handwritten poem on the final page is inspired by Thomas Moore's \"Come rest in this bosom.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music. Includes a handwritten note on first page, \"This music book was bound by ... Custis...\", and is signed \"Audley.\" The title page reads \"Twelve Pieces for the Harpsichord or piano forte composed by Sig. Sterkel of Vienne.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music and lyrics. Front conver contains the name \"Eleanor P. Custis\" embossed in red leather. There is a handwritten index in Italian. Also contains an unbound song titled \"Highland Mary.\"","Land grant of Culpeper, proprietor of Northern Neck, of 5000 acres to Col. John Washington and Col. Nicholas Spencer; the original patent for the Mount Vernon lands. Paper seal with coat of arms upper left corner. Docketed by George Washington and others on verso.","A.D.S. 1 page. A grant for 584 acres of land in Stafford, [later Fairfax] County on the north side of Little Hunting Creek, for transporting twelve persons to Va. Document signed, with embossed seal of colony, laminated, oversize document, endorsed in hand of Genl. W-n on back, watermark. This property was acquired by Washington in 1760. Signed by Virginia governor Herb. Jeffreys, Recorded by [Jno. Harrison?].","A.D.S. On verson of W-646 Thomas Culpeper land grant to John Washington and Nicholas Spencer. For 5000 acres of land in Stafford Co. and \"near ye land of Capt. Giles Brent,\" land bounded by the main river [Potomac] and two creeks, Little Hunting and Epsewasson. Document, a transcript in hand of [George Brent ?,] laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. For consideration of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"hath Granted Bargained Sold ... all that certain Parcel or Tract of Land Situate Lying and being in Overwharton Parish in Stafford County and Being by Estematon Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres ... Half of five Thousand Acres formerly laid out for Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" for a term of 1 year. Document signed, endorsed on reverse in unknown hand \"Merandom this Lease was acknowledged by Roger Gregory and Mildred his wif in Aprell Jeneral Court 1726,\" and endorsed by GW, \"Rogr. and Mildred Gregory Lease to Aug. Washington 16th May 1726,\" oversize document, 2 red seals, laminated, watermark, endorsed by G.W. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory, and witnessed by Wm. Aylett Jr., John Washington and Lawr. Butler.","A.D.S. \" ... in Consideration of the Sum of One Hundred and Eighty pounds Stirling Money of Great Britain ... All that certain Tract or Parcel of Land Situate Lying and Being in the Parish of Overwharton [Stafford] [now Fairfax] County ... Being by Estimation Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres a Moiettie or half of Five Hundred Acres formerly Lay'd out for Collo. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\"Signed by Mildred and Roger Gregory and witnessed by William Aylett Jr., John Washington, and Lawrence Butler. Endorsed on reverse by George Washington. Below the indenture in another hand is a memorandum of \"The Corse of Spencer Land and Mine ...\" with boundaries given. Laminated, two red seals, watermark.","A.D.S. 1 page. In consideration of sum of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory have \"Bargained and Sold ... unto Augustine Washington all that ... Tract ... Lying ... in the Parish of Overwharton and county of Stafford, Containing by Estimation two Thousand five Hundred Acres being a moity or half of five Thousand Acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ... \". Document signed, endorsed by G.W. \"Roger and Mildd. Gregory Lease to Auge. Washington 18th Oct. 1726,\" oversize document, laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks; also endorsed by G.W.Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court Oct. 20 1726 by R. Hickman Clerk of General Court.","A.D.S. 1 page. Roger and Mildred Gregory, \"... for and in Consideration of the Summ of one hundred and Eighty pounds Sterling ... Do Give Grant ... unto the said Augustine Washington ... in he the said Augustine Washington's actuall possession Now being by vertue of a Bargan and Sale to him there of made by Indenture ... All that ... Tract ... of Land ... Lying ... in the parish of Overwharton and County of Stafford containing by Estimation two thousand five hundred acres being a moiety or half of five thousand acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" Document signed, oversize document, endorsed \"Roger Gregory and Mildred Gregory Augt. Washington,\" [this is possibly in Augustine Washington's hand], dated in George Washington's hand \"19th of Oct. 1726,\" laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court on Oct. 20, 1726 by R. Hickman, Clerk of General Court.","Deed of lease for 2 parcels of Mount Vernon land from William Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","Deed of release of Mount Vernon lands, William and Elizabeth Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","A.D.S. 1 page. For five shillings, leases land for one year in Prince William Cty. [Fairfax] on Dogue Creek \"being part of a Tract formerly granted to Collo. William Travers ...\" containing 545 1/2 acres. Autograph document signed, oversize document, laminated, docketed. Signed by Zepha. Wade and witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anna A. Hampton, John Hart, and [Jn.] Thurman. Receipted on reverse for 5 shillings by Z. Wade same witnesses. Acknowledged in Court July 29, 1740 by Catesby Cocke, Clerk.","A.D.S. 1 page. For sum of one hundred pounds sterling the Wades deed to John Brown \"all that tract or Parcell of Land ... sicuate lying and being in the County of Prince William [Fairfax] at the head of Doeg Creek and being part of a tract formerly granted to Colo. Wm. Travers\" (March 22, 1677)--later purchased by Wade of Thomas Brooke and Sarah his wife-- 545 1/2 acres. Document signed, docketed, oversize document, laminated, watermark. Signed by Violinder and Zeph. Wade, witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anne Hampton, John [Hart?] and Jno Thurman. Receipt for £100 on reverse, signed by Wade, with same witnesses. Recorded July 29, 1740; also a commission to examine Violinder Wade about her consent to relinquishing her dower rights in the land--signed by Catesby Cocke, clerk. [See under 1805, April 29, Defense of title to Woodlawm, by Lawrence Lewis].","A.D.S. on vellum. 1 page. Army Commission of Lawrence Washington as captain in provincial forces serving under Admiral Vernon in the Cartagena campaign. Signed by Hollis Newcastle [Duke of Newcastle], entered with Secretary at war by Thomas Sherwin. Entered with Commissioner of Musters by [Jas. Pitchart?]. Embossed seal, and seal of George II, Docketed and marked \"This commission was delivered the tenth day of July 1740 to the within named Lawrence Washington Esqr. [signed] Will Gooch.\"","Survey plat map of land contained between Dogue Run and Little Hunting Creek, shows the original grant of land between the Spencer family and the Washington family originally granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper in 1674 to Col. John Washington, who arrived in Virginia in 1657 and to Col. Nathaniel Spencer for a grant of 5,000 acres. This land is the future site of Mount Vernon. Survey made for plaintiff Sampson Darrell against defendant Zephaniah Wade. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.D.S. 9 pages. Deposition in the suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell. Depositions of William Godfrey, Robert Step[h]ens, Edward Violet, Penelope Osborne, Ann Drakeford, Daniel Ansdale, Thomas, Odford, John Gist, William Brummett, Elias Guess, Thomas Lewis, Bryant Allison, John Sno[w]den, James Halley, Sarah Lewis, John Simpson, and Jeremiah Sparks, in a boundary dispute between Thomas Marshall and Samson [or Sampson?] Darrell involving the line of the original grant to Nichol Spencer and Washington--includes reference to Wm. Sparks, tennant to Augustine W-n, living on Little Hunting Creek--includes plat of surveys and marks on disputed land. Summary Depositions sworn before George Mason and Daniel Jenings. Document, copy teste by L. Tazewell and Ben. Waller endorsed \"Marshall v. Darrell, Copy Depost.,\" laminated, oversize document, watermark. See also under 1748, Map of Spencer-Washington tract.","Deed of Lease of Mount Vernon land, Henry Frenn to Lawrence Washington","Account, settlement of the estate of Lawrence Washington, and estate documents","Document signed \"Fairfax\" on parchment. Grants 425 acres of land in Augusta County to Jacob Christman. As the document notes, this land along the Lost River of Cacapon was surveyed by George Washington.","Indenture, deed of release from Ignatius Digges, William Digges, and John Addison to Thomas Colvill. \"... all that [ ] Tenement parcel or Tract of Land [ ] and known by the name of William Cliftons Dwelling Plantation Situate Lying [and being in the County of Fairfax] ... containing four Hundred Acres ...\" Laminated, oversize document, 3 red seals (blurred) watermarks. This land is believed to have been occupied by George Augustine Washington at a later date. Signed by Ignt. Digges, W. Digges and Jn. Addison. No witnesses. On reverse, a receipt for money, signed by Wm. and Ignt. Digges and Jn. Addison. Attested by [G. Wagoner ?], Court clerk, date obscured.","Documents detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Indenture, Deed of Release for Fairfax County land from Charles Washington and his wife Mildred to John Posey, \"... two certain Tracts of Land, One in the Tenure and occupation of Sarah Lewis widow containing two hundred acres more or less the Other situate on the branches of muddyhole containing one hundred and forty five acres more or less ...\" Document, docketed, watermarks. Signed by Charles and Mildred Washington; witnessed by Saml. Washington, Wm. Triplett, John Alexander and John Alexander Jr. Receipt for £517 by Charles Washington; Attested by [G. Wagoner,?] clerk of court, Jan. 19 1760. Endorsed by Charles Washington.","Broadside. Printed document in French and English. \"By His Excellency George Washington, Esquire, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies of North America.\" Gives reasons and accounts of his armies presence in Canada under command of General Schuyler, \"not to plunder, but to protect you; to animate, and bring forth into Action those Sentiments of Freedom you have disclosed...\"","Copy of the two known surviving recieved letters from George Washington to Martha Washington. The letter dated 1775 June 18, George Washington writes to Martha Washington regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will. The letter dated 1775 June 23, the original of which is located within the George Washington Presidential Library's collections, George Washington writes to Martha Washington as he departs Philadelphia for Boston and he does not know when he will be able to write again. He hopes to have a \"happy meeting with you [Martha] sometime in the fall\".","Map, \"Plan of the Operations of General Washington against The Kings Troops in New Jersey, from the 26th of December 1776 to the 3rd January 1777 by William Faden.\" London, Published according to Act of Parliament 15th April 1777 by Wm Faden, Corner of St Martins Lane, Charing Cross.","A.D.S. 1 page. Document signed, laminated, docketed \"Isaac Sotherland's Deed for 215 Acres in Frederick County Entd. and Exd.\" Deed for 215 acres of waste and ungranted lands in the Drains of Babb Creek in Frederick County--to pay annual quit rent of 1/ for every 50 A. Signed by Fairfax.","A.D. 6 pages. Account, purchases of clothing, blankets. Jabez Clark company. Docketed \"Comy Jabez Clark, rect. To Comy Hubbard for Cloathing and Blankets.\"","Broadside. Woodcut Royal Arms of Great Britain-Calls for the British American Colonies to be freed from the \"tyranny\" of the Patriots. These \"Associated Loyalists\" were formed when the British occupied Rhode Island. Watermarked sheet of laid paper.","A.D. 1 page. Clothing allotments and cost, Connecticut Regiment of Col. Seth Warner. \"Colo. Seth Warners Regiment for Officers Cloathing.\"","A.D. 1 page. Inspection return. Troop inspection chart.This document was signed just 4 days after the execution of British spy John Andre. It is a table detailing 265 \"rank and file\"; 16 officers, 22 sergeants, 13 drum and fifers; lists the units' arms and ammo. The document shows the troop and arms strength during the American Revolution.  Autograph document signed; signed by Col. Ebenezer Sprout, Inspecting officer of the 12th Massachusetts and Capt. Silas Burbank, temporary commander.","A.D. 1 page. Return, supplies for Yorktown. \"A return of goods purchased for the Navy of France,\" and shipped to Newport.","A.D. 1 page. Return, clothing received from the regimental clothier for the use of Jackson's company.","A.D. 6 pages. Muster roll, New Windsor-Newburgh encampment. Autograph document in an unknown hand, listing 183 officers, surgeons, chaplains, waggon masters, aides-de-camp, paymasters, and others, beginning with \"His Excellency General Washington.\"","Roll and muster. A.D.S. 1 page. \"Roll and Muster of the Fourth Company Seventh Massachusetts Regiment taken for the month of March 1783.\" Document signed, (oversize), partially printed.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Including codicil, Nov. 19, 1785. Will of John Augustine Washington of Bushfield, younger brother of George Washington.","A list of Masters and Indentured Servants [Fairfax County, Virginia] with their trades and terms of service. Includes George Washington, Lund Washington, and George Mason. Autograph document, laminated, 1 page.","D.S. 8 pages. A listing of the furniture and division into 3 parts--half to go to Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, and 1/4 each to Corbin and Bushrod Washington--Value placed on each piece--total amt. of £385.9.0. This division agreed to and signed by Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, Corbin Washington, and Bushrod Washington. Document signed, oversize document, charred and torn, but laminated, watermarks. Date on original catalog card appears [1787 ?]. Probably done shortly after J.A. Washington's death in early Jan. 1787.","A.D. 4 pages. Docketed by Hustler. Thomas Paine wrote to John Hustler on issues of a new constitution in France and directly transcribes Washington's address to the Society of Quakers.","A folio-sized penmanship book dating from 1795, written by Joseph Swan of Medford School, likely in Massachusetts. The first page of the book extols the virtues and influence of President George Washington.","Printed form with manuscript additions. A receipt for twelve dollars of taxes paid by William Augustine Washington for his four wheel carriage, called a post chaise, which is drawn by four horses for the conveyance of more than one person. The receipt is mounted on paper with an engraving of William Augustine.","A British eulogy that features a boulder labeled \"Washington,\" steadfast amidst a raging sea. By W.P. Blake, London.","Sketch, Proposed monument to George Washington by William Smith. Autograph document, drawn by Smith. In oversize folder, in color, watermark (fleur de lis over barred shield). Date on original catalog card appears [1800] [Jan. 1].","Broadside, by his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, esquire, governor, and commander in chief over the state of Connecticut. A Proclamation. \"To call the attention of the People of the State to a serious consideration and review of their moral and religious conduct - to solemn reflections on the errors of their ways - \" etc.  1800","Account, Estate of Genl. George Washington deceased in account with Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis acting executors","Account, Col. William A. Washington with Joshua Riddle. D. 8 pages. Document, folio size. Contains ordinary accounts of miscellaneous goods.","Document signed, partly printed, docketed \"Policy of Assurance for The Honbl. Bushrod Washington.\" Signed by James Rawlings.[See also under 1815, Aug. 23, Insurance Evaluation on Mt. Vernon]. Policy for a barn at Mount Vernon.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Inventory, Estate of Dr. Greenwood. Dr. Greenwood was one of George Washington's dentists. He practiced in New York City. There are no dental instruments on this inventory. Document signed, (partly printed).","D.S. 2 pages. Deed of 512 acres in 4 tracts in Frederick County to Wm. Stephenson, trustee; if Geo. F. Washington does not pay $10,000 owed Taliaferro Stribling as executor of Francis Stribling Senr., land to be advertised for sale by Stephenson, and then Stribling is to be paid from the proceeds of sales. If money is paid, Stephenson to reconvey the land to Geo. F. Washington. Signed by Geo. F. Washington, Maria Washington, Talifaferro Stribling, Wm. Stephenson. Aug 7, 1826 certification of Maria Washington's acknowledgement of the indenture witnessed by Francis Stribling and William Lynn. Aug 23, 1826 - recorded by Thomas Allen Tidball, clerk of Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington [wife] to Stephenson Deed of Trust use of F. Striblings Exec. 1826 August 23rd Ack by Washington [ ], recorded 523d page and examined,\" oversize document, laminated, watermark.","D. 2 pages. Labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon,\"--gives boundary lines of J.A.W.'s part of estate--also shows parts held by Bush. C. Washington and heirs of Bushrod Jr.-- Survey made by James M. Brown, Deputy Sur. of Jefferson Cty., May 10th 1831. Silked. Some corrections made in 1845. A map and survey labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon\" and docketed \"Platt +c. of Mr. John A. Washington's part of Mount Vernon, 1225 acres.\"","Leaves gathered at MV and Niagara Falls, pressed onto page with descriptions \"Washington's Tomb Mt. Vernon gathered by A.J. Lawrence May 1842\" and \"Niagara Falls June 1842, gathered by A.J. Lawrence.\"","Manuscript map in ink and watercolor, signed \"Copied by J. Hammond Coulter. Minersville.\" The map shows the boundaries of George Washington's farms along the Potomac River.","Manuscript plan of Mount Vernon titled \"Old apple orchard planted in 1871 - with pears, peaches +c.\" Includes a key, labeling the Mount Vernon mansion and all its outbuildings as they appeared in the late 1800s.","\"Mount Vernon home and tomb of Washington. Grounds opened at 11 o'clock A.M. Closed and cleared promptly at 4 o'clock P.M. Entrance fee, 25 cents. Positively no admittance on Sunday. Picnics not allowed on Mt. Vernon grounds. Special arrangement for June, July, Aug., Sept., '93: To accommodate Columbian Excursionists, the open hours will be extended to 6 o'clock P.M., on Wednesdays only. Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association\"","Washington's watermarked paper. 1 Sheet (15\" x 17 1/2\") ; 1 Sheet (15 1/4\" x 18 1/2\") ; 3 Sheets (15\" x 18 1/4\") A corner of sheet \"c\" is torn off ; 1 Sheet (14 1/2\" x 18\") Folio: ruled for ledger use. ; 1 sheet tissue (18-1/2 x 15).","Manuscript copy of Washington's 1783 address in Annapolis to resign his commission as Commander in Chief. Noted at bottom \"Presented to the Mt. Vernon Mansion by George Bristow. 1 Chas. St. Balt.\"","Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon","Hall \u0026 Sellers (Philadelphia)","United States. Continental Congress","Potomac Company","Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union","La Fayette Family","Custis Family","Fairfax family","Washington, Lawrence, 1565-1616","Washington, John, -1677","Spencer, Nicholas, 1633-1677","Brent, George","Byrd, William, 1674-1744","Parke, Daniel, 1664 or 1665-1710","Custis, John, 1678-1749","Custis, Daniel Parke, 1711-1757","Fairfax, Catherine Culpeper, Baroness, -1719","Darrell, Sampson, -1777","Washington, Augustine, approximately 1694-1743","Fairfax, William, 1691?-1757","Lee, Henry, 1691-1747","Berry, Joseph","Vernon, Edward, 1684-1757","Washington, Lawrence, 1718-1752","Washington, Augustine, 1718?-1762","Braddock, Edward, 1695?-1755","Washington, Martha, 1731-1802","Fairfax, George William, 1724-1787","Washington, Mary Ball, 1708-1789","Washington, John Augustine, 1736-1787","Rutherford, Thomas Abdy, 1755-1798","Washington, George, 1732-1799","Bassett, Burwell, -1793","Carlyle, John, 1720-1780","Lewis, Fielding, 1725-1781 or 1782","Washington, Lund, 1737-1796","Mifflin, Thomas, 1744-1800","Mason, George, 1725-1792","Arnold, Benedict, 1741-1801","Hancock, John, 1737-1793","Lewis, Betty Washington, 1733-1797","Custis, John Parke, 1754-1781","Washington, Bushrod, 1762-1829","Washington, Hannah Bushrod, approximately 1738-1804","Pine, Robert Edge, 1730?-1788","Greenleaf, Moses, 1755-1812","Fitzgerald, John, -1799","Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834","Jay, John, 1745-1829","Washington, William Augustine, 1757-1810","Jenifer, Daniel of St. Thomas, 1723-1790","Ledyard, William, 1738-1781","Destouches, Charles-René-Dominique Sochet, 1727-1794","Barras, Jacques-Melchior, Comte de, 1719-1793","Stuart, Eleanor Calvert Custis, approximately 1758-1811","Rochambeau, Jean-Baptiste-Donatien de Vimeur, comte de, 1725-1807","Chastellux, François Jean, marquis de, 1734-1788","Washington, Charles, 1738-1799","Humphreys, David, 1752-1818","Powel, Elizabeth Willing, 1743-1830","Lear, Frances \"Fanny\" Bassett Washington, 1767-1796","Washington, George Augustine, approximately 1759-1793","French, Penelope Manley, approximately 1739-","Lewis, John, 1747-1825","Schuyler, Philip John, 1733-1804","Whiting, Matthew, 1730-1810","Ball, Burgess, 1749-1800","Lee, Richard Henry, 1794-1865","Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790","Houdon, Jean-Antoine, 1741-1828","Bassett, Burwell, 1764-1841","Washington, Corbin, 1764-1799","Washington, Hannah Fairfax, 1742-1804","Biddle, Clement, 1740-1814","Tilghman, Tench, 1744-1786","Lear, Tobias, 1762-1816","Washington, Julia Ann Blackburn, 1768-1829","Craufurd, Sarah Blackburn, 1772-1862","Ford, West, approximately 1784-1863","Washington, Bushrod, 1785-1830","Custis, George Washington Parke, 1781-1857","Powel, Samuel, 1738-1793","Lee, William, approximately 1752-","Lewis, Robert, 1769-1829","Marshall, John, 1755-1835","Craik, James, 1730-1814","Leggett, Aaron, 1792-1860","White, Alexander, 1738-1804","Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826","Pickering, Timothy, 1745-1829","Knox, Henry, 1750-1806","Peter, Martha Parke Custis, 1777-1854","Washington, William, 1752-1810","Knox, Lucy Flucker, 1760-1824","Whitting, Anthony, -1793","Blackburn, Christian Scott, 1745-1815","Fraunces, Samuel, approximately 1722-1795","Dandridge, Bartholomew, approximately 1774-1802","Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829","Scott, Gustavus, 1753-1800","Butler, James (Overseer)","Sinclair, John, Sir, 1754-1835","Washington, Anna Maria Thomasina Blackburn, 1790-1833","Monroe, James, 1758-1831","Lewis, Lawrence, 1767-1839","Pearce, William (Farm manager)","Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852","Armstrong, John, 1758-1843","Gates, Horatio, 1728-1806","McHenry, James, 1753-1816","Cornwallis, Charles Cornwallis, Marquis, 1738-1805","Law, Thomas, 1756-1834","Lee, Henry, 1756-1818","Latrobe, Benjamin Henry, 1764-1820","Anderson, James, 1745-1807","Washington, Lawrence Augustine, 1774-1824","Cabot, George, 1752-1823","Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804","Fairfax, Bryan Fairfax, Baron, 1736-1802","Webb, James","Lear, Mary Stilson, 1739-1829","Pinckney, Charles Cotesworth, 1746-1825","Bowie, William","West, Benjamin, 1738-1820","Adams, John, 1735-1826","Washington, George Steptoe, 1771-1809","Simms, Charles","King, Rufus, 1755-1827","Stuart, David, 1753-1814","Peters, Richard, 1744-1828","Pinckney, Mary Stead, approximately 1751-1812","Craik, William, 1761-1807","Burd, Edward Shippen, 1779-1848","Madison, James, 1751-1836","Law, John, 1784?-1822","Law, Elizabeth Parke Custis, 1776-1831","Washington, George Fayette, 1790-1867","Beverley, Robert, 1769-1843","Rogers, Nicholas, 1753-1822","Washington, John Augustine, II, 1789-1832","Washington, George Corbin, 1789-1854","Rush, Benjamin, 1746-1813","White, William, 1748-1836","Morris, Robert, 1734-1806","Thornton, Anna Maria Washington, 1788-1816","Carter, Betty Lewis, 1765-1830","Conrad, Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, 1813-1839","Lewis, Lorenzo, 1803-1847","Tucker, St. George, 1752-1827","Butler, Frances Parke, 1799-1875","Washington, Bushrod Corbin, 1790-1851","Turner, Henry S.","Hooe, John, Jr.","Lafayette, Georges Washington Louis Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1779-1849 -- Travel","Peter, Thomas, 1769-1834","Thompson, Smith, 1768-1843","Trumbull, John, 1756-1843","Smith, Treadwell","Butler, Edward George Washington, 1800-1888 -- Death and burial","Sparks, Jared, 1789-1866","Washington, Lewis William, 1812-1871","Washington, Jane Charlotte Blackburn, 1786-1855","Clay, Henry, 1777-1852","Rogers, Elizabeth Parke Custis Law, 1797-1822","Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845","Clay, Clement Comer, 1789-1866","Lewis, Esther Maria Coxe, 1804-1885","Lee, Edmund Jennings, 1772-1843","Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852 -- Family","Monroe, Hortensia","Lafayette, Georges Washington Louis Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1779-1849","Wentworth, Tappan, 1802-1875","Webster, Daniel, 1782-1852","Conrad, Charles Magill, 1804-1878","Costin, William, 1780?-1842","Goldsborough, Charles, 1765-1834","Bayard, Samuel, 1767-1840","Washington, John Augustine, III, 1821-1861","Buchanan, James, 1791-1868","Mitchell, Jim, 1795-1870","Johnson, Gabriel, 1820-","Harrison, Henry Tazewell, 1796-1881","Anderson, Sambo, -1845","Alexander, Hannah Lee Washington, 1811-1881","Tabb, John Prosser","Taliaferro, John, 1768-1852","Butler, Edward George Washington, 1800-1888","Alexander, Anna Maria Washington, 1817-1850","Peter, George Washington, 1801-1877","Washington, Thomas Blackburn, 1812-1854","McFarland, Joseph","Herbert, Bushrod Washington, -1888","Madison, Dolley, 1768-1849","Washington, Eleanor Love Selden, 1824-1860","Johnston, Dennis, 1788-1852","Herbert, Noblet, Jr., 1826-1856","Bruin, Joseph","Hill, Henry P., active 1843-1845","Lindsly, Harvey, 1804-1889","Lewis, Samuel","Bassett, George Washington, 1800-1878","Murphy, Henry Cruse, 1810-1882","Taylor, Zachary, 1784-1850","Alexander, Judith Ball Blackburn, 1796-1866","Hooff, P. 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(Joseph Meredith), 1825-1896","Zouche of Harringworth, Edward La Zouche, Baron, 1556?-1625","Carlin, William, 1732-1820","Fairfax, William George, Sir, 1739-1813","Walker, Benjamin, 1753-1818","Poor, Enoch, 1736-1780","Frobel, Anne S., 1816-1907","Custis, Martha Parke, 1755-1773","Vaughan, Samuel, active 18th century","Brooke, Robert, -1744","Fairfax, Thomas Fairfax, Lord, 1693-1781","Sprout, Ebenezer, -1805","Paine, Thomas, 1737-1809","Hustler, John, 1715-1790","English \n.    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Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.\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\u003eThis collection is arranged into three series: Series 1. Documents and Manuscripts; Series 2. Ledgers and Bound Manuscripts; Series 3. Oversized Documents and Manuscripts.  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Mason (father of Sarah and grandfather to Commodore Brooke) died, leaving among other children, by his last wife two sons and one daughter Sarah Mason-left several tracts of land to sons who died under age and their property left to their sister--she married, under age, in 1734 to Thomas Brooke--before her marriage to protect her estate a settlement made of her lands and slaves upon her and Thomas Brooke during their life and heirs of her body by Brooke or any other husband--in failure of heirs her half-brother George--Articles of Agreement between G. Mason and Brooke who gave £2,000 bond for its execution--in 1735 George died intestate--Brooke never executed the agreement but sold most of his wife's land and ran the money, then died--Mrs. Ann Mason, widow of George, brought suit against Sarah and Thomas Brook (deceased) for breach of bond and won--conveyances made by Brooke cannot be disputed.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres--son Samuel conveyed it by deed July 1, 1685 to brother Rawleigh--conveyed by him to William Lambert, Dec. 2, 1692--conveyed by him to George Mason, April 19, 1693--left by will to sons who died underage--descended to sister Sarah who with husband Thomas Brooke sold it to Zephaniah Wade, October 20, 1738--Z. Wade Conveyed 300 acres on Nov. 26, 1739 to Saml. Magruder for Eliza. Spencer--it was reconveyed to Z. Wade on Aug. 4, 1744--Jan. 16, 1745 sold to John Littleton--on his death left to 2 sons and is now property of William Butler Harrison--the remaining part of 788 acres was sold by Z. and Violiner Wade to John Brown Dec. 15, 1739--left at his death to Ann, a daughter who married Charles West--they deeded it to Geo. Washington, Oct. 27,1772--he willed it to Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e"],"bioghist_heading_ssm":["Biographical / Historical","Biographical / Historical"],"bioghist_tesim":["George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.053","In 1715 Col. G. Mason (father of Sarah and grandfather to Commodore Brooke) died, leaving among other children, by his last wife two sons and one daughter Sarah Mason-left several tracts of land to sons who died under age and their property left to their sister--she married, under age, in 1734 to Thomas Brooke--before her marriage to protect her estate a settlement made of her lands and slaves upon her and Thomas Brooke during their life and heirs of her body by Brooke or any other husband--in failure of heirs her half-brother George--Articles of Agreement between G. Mason and Brooke who gave £2,000 bond for its execution--in 1735 George died intestate--Brooke never executed the agreement but sold most of his wife's land and ran the money, then died--Mrs. Ann Mason, widow of George, brought suit against Sarah and Thomas Brook (deceased) for breach of bond and won--conveyances made by Brooke cannot be disputed.","Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres--son Samuel conveyed it by deed July 1, 1685 to brother Rawleigh--conveyed by him to William Lambert, Dec. 2, 1692--conveyed by him to George Mason, April 19, 1693--left by will to sons who died underage--descended to sister Sarah who with husband Thomas Brooke sold it to Zephaniah Wade, October 20, 1738--Z. Wade Conveyed 300 acres on Nov. 26, 1739 to Saml. Magruder for Eliza. Spencer--it was reconveyed to Z. Wade on Aug. 4, 1744--Jan. 16, 1745 sold to John Littleton--on his death left to 2 sons and is now property of William Butler Harrison--the remaining part of 788 acres was sold by Z. and Violiner Wade to John Brown Dec. 15, 1739--left at his death to Ann, a daughter who married Charles West--they deeded it to Geo. Washington, Oct. 27,1772--he willed it to Lewis."],"custodhist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eItems in this collection were acquired by gift and purchase from various sources. 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Materials are added to the collection as they are acquired.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1967.01.02","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.042","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.037","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.038","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.043","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.045","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.44","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.047","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.048","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.049","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.056","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.060","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.077a","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.063","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.064","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.071","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.075","Note on folder says this document was on display for 20 years in a display case in the Ann Pamela Cunningham building.","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.080","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.041","George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1967.01.03","Gift: Jess and Grace Pavey Fund, 2007"],"odd_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eLondon: Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, 1768\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRobert Bremner\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside, In Congress July 4th, 1776: the unanimous Declaration of the thirteen United States of America. Conserved by Cleveland Conservation of Art on Paper, Inc., 8 December 2011\u003c/p\u003e"],"odd_heading_ssm":["Created / Published","Created/Published","Condition"],"odd_tesim":["London: Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, 1768","Robert Bremner","Broadside, In Congress July 4th, 1776: the unanimous Declaration of the thirteen United States of America. Conserved by Cleveland Conservation of Art on Paper, Inc., 8 December 2011"],"phystech_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter, order to pay. Instructs him to pay £78.13.10 to John Winter. Docketed on reverse. William Adair, Agent to the Coldstream Regiment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eConserved June 2006 by Holly Krueger.\u003c/p\u003e"],"phystech_heading_ssm":["Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements","Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements"],"phystech_tesim":["A.L.S. 1 page. Letter, order to pay. Instructs him to pay £78.13.10 to John Winter. Docketed on reverse. William Adair, Agent to the Coldstream Regiment.","Conserved June 2006 by Holly Krueger."],"prefercite_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003e[Name and date of item], Historic Manuscript Collection, [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], Historic Manuscript Collection, [Folder], Special Collections, The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon [hereafter Washington Library], Mount Vernon, Virginia."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThis collection of historic manuscripts dates from 1607-1933, with the bulk of materials dating from 1738-1868. The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePortions of this collection have been digitized, as noted in the item-level descriptions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. Docketed \"Crompe and others. con. cutbush et al ... 1607. order. or Decree.\" and \"A Decree for the platts against Cutbush.\"\tThe signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Accessioned as a \"legal document\" signed by Lawrence Washington and Henry Thoresby in 1615. Elizabethan handwriting makes it difficult to decipher the purpose of the document or the actual date. The signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument granting 1500 acres of land to Lt. Col. John Washington \"for ye transportation thirty servants into this Colony ...\" Lists the names of 28 servants and \"Two Negroes.\" Signed by Anthony Bridges. Nicholas Spencer listed as one of the justices at Westmoreland County court where transaction is approved. Washington gained several thousands of acres in this manner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Recorded in Stafford on March 12, 1690. Registered in deed book Thomas Lee. Addressed to \"Mr. William [ ] our agent in Virginia\" survey by John Alexander on April 27, 1669 granting 5000 acres to Spencer and Washington is patented and ordered registered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Grant of 5000 acres in Stafford County [later Fairfax County] \"in the freshes of the Potomacke river\", opposite Piscataway village and between Little Hunting Creek and Epsiwasson Creek [Mount Vernon], \"said land being due ... for the transportation of one hundred into this Colony.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eEarly copy of original grant, endorsed in hand of Genl. Washington on back \"Govr. Jeffreys Grant for 5000 acs. to Colo. Nicholas Spencer and Lt. Colo. Jno. Washington 1677\", watermark (crown over GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLegal document from 1687, written on vellum. The first first paragraph is written in Latin; the subsequent text is in English.  Appears to be dated 20 May 1687, and describes a legal obligation from Thomas Grosham and his wife Sarah to Richard Newsome(?). Document was witnessed by Rich Nicholson, [second name unclear], and Hen. Washington.  The document and the second signature may be in the same hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Conveyance of 300 acres of a patent of 1906 acres of land on Little Hunting Creek, Stafford County [later Fairfax] for 3000 [ ] of good tobacco. Endorsed in hand of General Washington on reverse \"Thompson to Rose Bargain and Sale 14th March 1688\" and also in another hand. Signed on reverse by Thompson and witnesses. Sale acknowledged on May 8, 1689, by Richard Gibson and Ma [ ] Thompson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Survey by George Brent of part of the land granted to Nicholas Spencer and John Washington. On reverse is a transcript of the grant by Lord Culpeper to Spencer and Washington. See under date March 1, 1674.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Deed of lease to John Bushrod (ancestor of Bushrod Washington) for \"Searles\" plantation to include \"all houses, outhouse buildings Gardens Orchards ...\" Witnessed by James Westcomb and William Scott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Excerpts of Last will and Testament of John Custis grandfather of Daniel Parke Custis. Integral cover addressed to Major John Custis, watermarked (crown over heraldic shield). Test copy by \"Robert Howson C Cir Ct Northampt.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1. Chifonessex Plantation and Arlington house with 250 to John Custis, his son. -- 2. All male cattle on Smith's and Mackeon Islands. -- 3. 1 large silver dish, six large silver plates, one large silver basin, 2 silver candlesticks with a silver snuffer dish, 2 silver snuffers, 1 good feather bed and furniture, choice of pistols and holsters, best sword. -- 4. All rest of land at Pocomock not disposed of in his lifetime. -- 5. Quarter part of the Brigenton the Northampton built by John Bowden; the biggest silver tankard and \"my fathers picture now hanging in my hall\". -- 6. The male cattle given in will bars him of further claim owed him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Byrd writes to his brother-in-law John Custis, enclosing a will of their father-in-law Daniel Parke (dated 1710 December 7) regarding inheritance to their wives Frances and Lucy, daughters of Daniel Parke. Autograph document signed, 3 pages. Additional documents include a 1710 October 27 legal note regarding court settlement involving Daniel Parke - autograph document signed, small sheet; and an unrelated document with a list of receipts dated May 1757 of payments received from Daniel Parke Custis written, dated, and signed for in the hand of each creditor, autograph document signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Thanks her for letter--gives her an opportunity to write her and assure her that she is not ambitious if she had the watch she would return it to her--the barbarous murder of Genl. Parke plundered him of all--there is little or nothing of it restored though he had six or seven thousand pounds--they are not even being punished--wishes all relatives of Parke would petition the Queen--\"tis a greif beyond expression to se the injustice that is done so great a man\"--sorry that she is such a sufferer by the General's will--it was never her desire to have any part of his estate--if it is in her power to help it her estate will not be burdened with the debts--the new general has seized some of the estate and talks of taking more--she has a small silver basin and ladle of Genl. Parke's--either or both are at her service.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed \"a letter giving an acct. of Col. Parke's death.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"K. Chester.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSampson Darrell deed for Dogue Creek land, George Washington's copy. Virginia deed for land described as located in Stafford County [Fairfax County], granted to Sampson Darrell for 162 acres by the Right Hon. Catherine Lady Fairfax, sole proprietor of the Northern neck of Virginia. Dated November 26, 1717 with a separate docket in the handwriting of George Washington relating to the 1717 deed that came into his possession after he purchased the land in his expansion of the Mount Vernon plantation in the late 1750's. This grant to Sampson Darrell in the Northern Neck was originally for 200 acres but was corrected and regranted to Lady Catherine Culpeper in 1717 in the amount of 162 acres which George Washington later acquired. 1 sheet with fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Daniel Parke has Virginian and English estates--heavily in debt--his wife [Jane] the daughter of Philip Ludwell had a considerable fortune--two daughters: Frances married to John Custis and Lucy married to Wm. Byrd--in 1705 Queen Ann made him Governor of Leward Islands held this for 5 years and acquired considerable estate there--in Dec. 1710 he was murdered by the inhabitants \"who plundered his house of all his plate, mony, jewells, and household stuff\"--no reparation ever made--the pretense for this was the suspicion that the Governor was too familiar with some of their wives namely Mrs. Chester by whom he was supposed to have a child--confirmd this by his liberality to the child (at his death too young to be christened)--by his will left all his estate in the Leward Islands for the use of his child called Lucy Chester--the mother Katherine Chester--if Lucy died before she came of age he \"began at last to remember his lawfull children\", gave Frances Custis all his estate in Virginia and England--willing that his daughter should pay the legacies hereafter mentiond and all his debts--hard upon her however Mr. Custis and his wife discharged all the debts due both in England and Virginia amounting to many thousand pounds and then paid the legacies--got no account of debts in the Leward Islands--Mrs. Custis wrote the executor Mr. Rhodny--he said very few of the General's papers came to hand, the mob having destoyed them--a Mr. Perry owed money--now at last after more than 14 yrs. are past a man who calls himself Dunbar Parke, married to Lucy Chester, demands L10,000 of Mr. Custis (Frances long since dead) for debts owed by Daniel Parke in the Leward Islands--no notice ever given of such debts before--since all estates and debts in the four Leward Islands were given to Lucy Chester she ought to be liable for the debts--if the estate in England and Virginia must assume these debts as well as those in Va. and Eng. neither Frances nor Lucy Burd will have anything left from the estate--not the meaning of the testator.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed \"This paper gives much information respecting the murder of Govr. Parke and other family matters.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Signed and sealed by Roger Gregory, Mildred Gregory. Docketed on reverse, possibly later in the hand of George Washington, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"Bond to Auge Washington 19th Octr 1726.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. oversize parchment folded. An indenture for the sale of the estate of Culthorpe in Derbyshire, England by Francis Ash \"of St. Mary's county in the province of Maryland planter, ...\" Augustine Washington acting under a power of attorney granted him by Ash. Reference to the contract for the sale on June 25, 1728. presumably Washington, when he traveled to England in 1729, acted to complete the sale for Ash.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe case of planters of tobacco in Virginia, as represented by themselves, signed by the president of the council and speaker of the House of Burgesses ([London: Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick Lane]). This pamphlet was written by Robert Carter for the vindication of the representation for the planters in Virginia: made by the General assembly of that colony.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Explains the reasons for the delay in repaying debt. Signature not legible. John Bushrod was the maternal grandfather of Judge Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Deeds dated May 25 and 26th, 1739 to 523 acres on Muddy Hole Branch [later a part of Mount Vernon] for a consideration of £150.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocument, early copy, laminated, docketed by George Washington on reverse, watermark (crown over shield with GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Sorry to hear his family is so sickly especially with \"flux\"--gives minute directions for their care i.e. bleeding, vomits etc.--herbs to use and how to prepare various remedies--Hannah's ailment and how to treat it--has had a good year all his tobacco is in the houses--haying now, has a great quantity--3000 tobacco hhds.--poor old Harry sick--Mr. Winch's land--Clayborn land being bought for Winch--your sister knows nothing of it--she is being turned out and sent her lawyer to him for advice--is repairing her house at Waldees--whom does he mistrust?--Custis coat-of-arms discussed--Winch has come by his lately--\"every scoundrell ye has money, may go ye heralds office and buy a coat of arms\"--Daniel has more right to it than his sister now married--list of things he is sending (wine, cider, and sugar, mint water, cinnamon) with advice about how to take care of it.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (J. Honig and crown over encircled lion rampant with motto).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. Release for the 180 acres of the Spencer grant lying along Dogue Creek [later part of Mount Vernon for £105 current money and £500 tobacco--all the land lying in Truro Parish, Prince William County [Fairfax] on upper side of Doeg Creek, containing 180 acres Ninety Eight and half perches [formerly part of tract granted to Nicholas Spencer].\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDocketed by George Washington on reverse, and in another hand \"Copy Release-Spencer to Osborne,\" watermarks (crown over GR on shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soie quo Mal y pense\"). Witnessed by John Colville, William Payne, John Brown, Stephen Lewis. Receipt signed by Wm. Spencer same date for payment received. Proved Nov. 26, 1739 by Catesby Cocke Clerk. Copy teste by John Graham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mentions letter received telling of his ill health and advanced age, fears he will not recover, so wished to make his peace with all the world--Cable lets him know that he is his friend--sets his conscience at rest in respect to what has happened between them--result of misunderstandings--\"I really apprehended that I was ill used\"--not guilty of malpractice--wrote to the governor that he would not act by the Commission he had--wants him to bestow it on someone else--can't after renouncing it take it up again--would do anything to oblige him [Custis] and settle peace among \"our Relations\"--hopes there may be a way found to do it without trouble--wants to settle things so none of friends or relations are discontented--if either of them die before they meet again hopes they will meet in the Everlasting Kingdom where no disturbance can be--\"Your Sister sends you her kind Love ...\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR within shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a permit to take in Virginia tobacco. This is the earliest known written example of the name \"Mount Vernon\" used for Washington's estate. Fairfax was Lawrence Washington's father-in law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. \"Platt of a Survey made for Capt. Augustine Washington and Mr. John Washington in Westmoreland County ...\" Contains metes and bounds and ink and pencil drawing of the tract bordered on three sides by Bridges Creek Potomac River and Pope's Creek. Later renamed Wakefield by Wm. Aug. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. For 106 acres on Dogue Run in Truro Parish, Fairfax County, part of a greater tract of land belonging to Sampson Darrel, and bounded by line of land of late Wm. Spencer and Dogue Run--yearly rent of 730 lbs. of tobacco--privileges and restrictions of the lease. Signed by John Gist. Witnessed by Giles Tillet and Wm. Sherman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Laminated onto another sheet of paper, reverse side not legible. Discharge order for David Coulton by Admiral Edward Vernon. Sentence of a court martial.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Aug. Washington\".  Letter of family interest--expresses pleasure at Lawrence's recovery--congratulations on birth of son--\"You need not have been so severe on the Salts as you were in your last, if you would but consider how much you are indebted to them ...\"--doesn't approve of taking up large tracts of land so far back, \"it is a ready way to keep your Self always behind hand.\"--Warner Washington to marry Betty Mason the end of the month. Integral cover, watermark (crown over encircled GR, and crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, in hand of James Mitchell, laminated, docketed on reverse \"Mitchel acct. Recpt. £4,\" charred by fire. Account covers period from November 6, 1748-July 2, 1749--for such items as horses butter, \"making yr. Bed Slip,\" washing, dinner and club--entries for 1748 scratched through. Receipted on July 1, 1749 for £1/4 by James Mitchell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends news that Custis's father [John Custis] heartily approves of his marriage with Miss [Martha] Dandridge--\" ... he has so good a Character of her That he had rather you shou'd have her than any Lady in Virginia. Nay if possible he is as much enamoured with her Character as you are with her Person and this is owing chiefly to a prudent speech of her own. Hurry down immediately for Fear he shou'd change the strong inclination he has to your Marrying directly.\"--gave briddle and saddle to Jack in Custis's name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi Soit qui mal y pense,\" and crown over GR). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Power.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c.1750].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne page from a ledger book dated 1747 in the hand of Lawrence Washington, for accounts with \"The Right Honourable Lord Fairfax.\" The purchases include bills of exchange for sterling, sheep, gunpowder and shells, payment for smith work, and barrels of Indian meal. The payments were made primarily against rent payments.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTitle page from \"A Book of Surveys Began July 22nd 1749.\"Facsimile copy with note at top:  \"Fac simile, copied from a Manuscript in the handwriting of Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Account - Lawrence Washington with the Ohio Company. Account before his death, and interest run up on the unpaid account after his death, amount credited to his account. Autograph document signed by Geo. Mason, docketed \"The Estate of Lawrence Washington Esqr. deceased with The Ohio Company - Acc't, May 8, 1772, \"laminated, Watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over encircled armed figure).This acc't. drawn up and signed by George Mason on part of Ohio Co. Attested on May 19, 1772, by A. Henderson, Clerk of Fairfax Co. Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlant cutting of boxwood. Note reads it was planted by Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bill - Benjamin Nockalls to Mr. John Price. Bill for wom[an]s shoes and white thread--am't of bill £0.11. Document, on reverse of broadside advertisement by Benjamin Nockalls, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for June 14, 1751-April 3, 1752 for medical care, including one entry \"Jan 10 [1752] To a large box antiscorbutick Ointm. for Mr. George Washington.\" Also includes entries \"a Visit to yr Negro wench,\" and \"Drawing a tooth for yr Negro.\" Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. Doctr. Sutherland April 27th 1752 1.6.9.,\" badly charred. Receipted on April 27, 1752 for Dr. Sutherland by [ ] Peyton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. Document, partly printed, laminated, torn and charred, watermark (crown). Bill for cloth, buttons, buckram, thread, etc., amounting to £2.19.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Because of Capt. Wilson's situation it has been impossible to issue Lawrence's half pay--needs a new power of atty.--also asks Lawrence to send him a letter for the Secy. of War in re. his bad state of health and requesting a 12 mo. extension of his leave. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn and name L.V. Garrevink). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Anth. Stewart\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Bill for [ ] amounting to £0.18.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of [ ] Morley, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown), on reverse of Richard Gore's Broadside Advertisement. Receipted by A[ur.?] Morley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bill for gimblets, and blades and sail needles--amounting to £3.8. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (G[R])?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pieces. An undated one-page list of over 80 persons, some well known Virginians - including Col. Fairfax, Col. Lee, and Maj. Washington - who purchased items from the estate of Lawrence Washington, George Washington's older brother. The total value of bonds and other sundries comes to 386 pounds, 10 shillings, 10 pence. Sheet is docketed on the reverse in George Washington's handwriting. The second item is a brief note, also undated, of 6 lines in an unknown hand that identifies the first item and points out George Washington's handwriting in the docketing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes to the merchant firm in London: \"You have here Inclosed a Bill of Loding for Twelve ho[gsheads] of very Choice fine Tobacco for which I hope you will render me an agreeable price. I received my Accts. Currt. the Ballance then I observe due to me £1830 = 17:10 which I believe to be Right ... \". Page has been damaged and taped.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 6 pages. Document, contemporary attested copy by Wm. Moss, laminated. Witnessed by Wm. Waite, Jno. North, Andrew W. Warren and Joseph Gound. Proved Sept. 26, 1752 by John Graham in Fairfax County. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1. to be buried in a proper vault at Mt. Vernon -- 2. [Mount Vernon lands and buildings] and land on Bullskin, Frederick Co. to his wife for use during her life, and 1/2 of negroes -- 3. all real and personal property not otherwise disposed of in Virginia and Md. to go to daughter Sarah and her heirs, but in case of her death without issue: brother Augustine to receive Principio, Accokeek, Kingsbury, Lacanshire and No. East Iron works in Va. and Md., reserving 1/3 of profits to wife, and 2 tracts of land in Frederick County; George, on death of Lawrence's wife, to get all lands with improvements in Fairfax Co., and, further, during life of wife George to have use of a share of land equal to that given to Samuel, John and Charles. Remaining lands in Frederick Co. to bros. Samuel, John, and Charles (each to pay their sister Betty £150) -- in case any of the three die without issue, land to revert to Augustine. Each of brothers to receive part of remaining share of negroes and pay wife £100 sterling. -- 4. certain other properties to be sold to pay debts. (Share in Ohio Co., lands, and lots in Alexa. included, and arrears of his half pay) -- 5. Mourning ring to wife, mother in law and executors. Appoints Wm. Fairfax, George Fairfax, August. and George Washington, Majr. John Carlyle nd Nathaniel Chapman as executors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. A writ of examination for the release of the dower lands of Sarah Johnston to her husband George. George Washington is mentioned as still residing in King George County. Sarah Johnston was examined by George William Fairfax, Daniel McCarty and William Ramsay who all signed the document. Their seals are covered over with pieces of paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePlat showing the purchase of land for John Augustine Washington, acquiring 643 acres of land granted by Thomas Rutherford in Frederick (now Jefferson) County, VA. George Washington had also purchased land in Frederick County, acquiring 453 acres also from Thomas Rutherford, granted by Lord Fairfax. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceived of Daniel Parke Custis executor of John Custis Esqr. deceased 25 lbs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Sir, Ten days ago I sent an express to Governor Shirley with orders to him to meet me at Annapolis in Maryland and have desir'd. Mr. Delancy to accompany him thither:...,\" [signed] E. Braddock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEmbossed Revenue Stamp on Colonial; partially printed--3 pence revenue stamp of Massachusetts. Directs sheriff of Essex County to attach the goods or arrest Timothy Rogers of Glocester.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on reverse, \"Rect. No. 41\". Receipted August 1 1761 by Lodwick, witnessed by William Anderson and William Simms. Hardwick was overseer on Bullskin property in Frederick Co. This acct. for L7.10.3 for cattle and wheat delivered by Lodwick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted by B. Franklin for 15 shillings. Pa note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed, signed (by Charlee Thompson).\"To counterfeit is death\" on back of note.\" Painted by B. Franklin and D. Hall 1760\" on back of note. \"This bill shall pass for five pounds within the Province of Pennsylvania according to an Act of Assembly made in the 33rd year of the Riegn of King George dated the fifth day of May, 1760\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Account - Mary Washington with Dekar, Thompson, and Cox. Purchases of supplies including food, cloth, and housewares. Torn and charred, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForm letter, printed, signed by Russell, laminated, (another form letter included on same page), included in letter of May 4, 1762, Russell to J.A.W. Informing him of new partnership between him and William Molleson--assures him of continued attention to his affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Received news of Col. Aug[ustine] Washington's death--[Post ?] chariot for Mrs. Bushrod being sent by ship insured--has lately taken a partner, as enclosed - [see form letters dated March 25, 1762, James Russell to John Augustine Washington; and James Russell and Molleson to John A. Washington]--sends Mr. Bushrod's acct. current. Integral cover, laminated, docketed \"The firm of James Russell and Molleson [ ] there first Letter 5 March 1762\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy. Endorsed at top, \"Copy of a letter in possession of Mrs. G.W. Bassett of Hanover Co., Va. being one, of only two letters, in which Genl. Washington was known to indulge in humor\".\"Not in Writings\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington\". Letter in a humorous vein congratulating the Bassetts on the birth of another child,--comments on church-going--chides him humorously for not attending church, \"Could you but behold with what religious zeal I hye me to Church on every Lords day ...\"--state of tobacco crop.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Basketts. 1764. London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePennsylvania 5s denomination note. Main text runs vertically through, \"Printed by B. Franklin.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Account of monies received by and owing to John Carlyle, including sums relating to the estate of Lawrence Washington and to John Posey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall proof copy of stamp. Re: Stamp Act.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn example of a stamp required on colonial paper based on the British Parliamnet's Stamp Act. Embossed 4d, red, gem proof.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Document signed, fragment, laminated, torn and charred scrap of paper. Account from May 3-July 30, 1765, for snuff, Irish l[inen], silk hat, fann, etc. Account signed by [Ja]mes Buchanan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncomplete copy., \"revived and improved: Or, An Astronomical Diary, For the Year of our Lord Christ 1766. Calculated for the Meridian of Boston in New England, Lat. 42 Deg. 25 Min. North.\" Housed in a handmade enclosure with button tie.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Total of £121. 15S. received from Mr. Harvey, Richard Lee and Mr. Simpson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document , 1 page folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Amos Ogden (of Reading County, New Jersey) grants power of attorney to Thomas Ogden of New Sarum, Great Britain,\" ... to do whatsoever may be necessary to be done respecting some Lands in West Florida in America ...\" Witnessed by John Blagge and William [Virtue?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR). Account for 1 doz. black lead pencils, steel pencil case, pocket knife, sheep sheers, etc.---amounting to £1.7.6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 4 pages. \"At the Court of St. James.\" Grant made to Amos Ogden, through the power of attorney given to Thomas Ogden, for 25,000 acres of land in west Florida. One of the conditions: That Amos Ogden \"do settle the Lands with foreign Protestants or Persons that shall be brought from his Magestys other Colonies in North America within ten years ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. \"Dear Sir.\" Received receipt of acct. sales for past year--he has drawn on them for 3 sets of Exchange of £100 each--please send Miss Bushrod's invoice of goods soon for she is to be married and cannot set up house keeping without them--[paragraph blurred]--weather so cold and river frozen, so Capt. Johnstone slow in loading ship--make him insurance on 16 hhds. tobacco by Lord Camden in case of loss--[Added under date of 20 March 1769 in J.A.W.'s hand is] \"Invoice of all goods to be sent by the first ship into Rapahannock or Potomack for J. A. Washington,\" with list of things desired. On reverse is same list with prices added. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Copy of my Le[tter] and [invoice ?] [ ] Feb. 1769\", watermark (crown over encircled heraldic device and motto). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Has sent son George to see him, so he can see cruelty with which tutor treats the children--bad wound on his head--obliged if [Hannah B. Washington would send rosewater--wishes them joy of their young son--[Bestey ?] delivered of son--needs money to pay decree against estate--entitled to interest on payments being made to her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (figure holding aloft a liberty cap, lion rampant in enclosure with motto \"Pro Patria\"), bottom part of letter is missing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Letter to his sister. Since he will be secluded for 2 or 3 years from Rippon Lodge while studying law [in England] desires her to write him news of their circle of friends--is a friend of the brother of her friend Mr. Cadwalleder--supposes she has had another child by now--cautions her not to spoil it as she has done Richard--requests her to send him some good hams, pickles, Indian corn, peaches. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn, LVG, and Bell).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Concerns the examination of witnesses for the court. Docketed on reverse, \"Frederick 4th of October 1771, In obedience to the sithin order we the Subscribers have Deligently Examined Thom.s Speake in behalf of the Plaintiffs witness own hands.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. The bond is for 500 pounds with Warner Washington as the co-signer for Throckmorton. Signed by John Ariss, a tenant farmer of George Washington's, as a witness. The various dates of the signatures are when payments were made.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. A bill of sale of land owned by a wife. Witnessed and signed by Samuel Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Bill, account to John Aug. Washington of loss--a broker's account for settling a loss--plus current account rendered. Autograph document, partly mutilated, laminated, endorsed \"Lord Camden(?)\", watermark (Garrevenk).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Evaluation of Sundries belonging to Mary Washington by Charles Washington and Fielding Lewis. Inventory with value of livestock, tools, slaves--evaluated by Fielding Lewis and Chas. Washington. Document signed, in hand of Fielding Lewis, silked, endorsed by G.W.(?), watermark (crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Indenture between Richard Simmons and Samuel Wade Magruder. 2 tracts of land called Wickhams and Pottingers discovery in Frederick Cty., Md. sold to Magruder by Simmons for £157.0 ... witnessed by Charles Jones and Andrew Heugh ... reverse side has Simmons receipt to Magruder for the money ... Jones and Heugh's statement that they have examined Mrs. Simmons' dower rights ... received and recorded Apr. 19, 1772 ... received of Magruder on Apr. 13, 1772 £0.8.0 for an Alienation fine on sd. land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Account for 7 pr. plaid hose, black pettycoat, silk purse, pins, chrystall buttons, copper kettle, hair trunk, snuff box, etc. Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. [Ed]ward Moore 13th October 1772,\" two sheets badly torn and burned, watermark (crown over powder horn and LVG).Receipted on Oct. 13, 1772, on second sheet by Edward Moor.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo copies. D.S. 1 page. Assignment of bond from Samuel Washington to Phil Pendleton to be transferred to Samuel Beale. Witnessed by Samuel Washington. Later assigned to Gabriel Jones, November 1772 and then to John Lewis, February 1773. Bond for 200 pounds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Eulogy of William Nelson, given to a \"Miss Bassett\" of Eltham, written in Williamsburg. Addressed to \"Miss Bassett[at]Eltham,\" probably Elizabeth Bassett, eldest daughter of Col. Burwell Bassett of Eltham. Document, laminated, watermark (GR surmounted by a crown).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, widow of Augustine Washington (half brother to George Washington). Date on original catalog appears 1773 (Jan.) - 1774 (Nov.). For sundries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"A Crown\" issued according to act of Gen. Assembly of Pennsylvania, passed in 13th year of reign of George III--signed Jacob Harman, Mord. Lewis, Joseph Allen--No. 15454 printed by Hall and Sellers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.  2 pages. Bushfield. Also includes copy of letter from James Russell to William Carr, 12 July 1773. Docketed on reverse, \"To William Carr Esqr. Merchant in Dumfries, By favor of Mr. Stadler.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, poor condition. Account for medicines and treatment, including linement, laudanum, cordial mixture, bolus, ingredient for Glysters, etc., amounting to £ 6.18.0. Autograph document signed, laminated, a badly torn and charred scrap of paper, indecipherable watermark, docketed on reverse \"Mrs. Washington,\" and \"£6.18 4 Septr. 1774\". Date on original catalog card appears [c.1774]. Receipted by W. Mortimer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Account from Sept. 1774-Feb. 1775 for sugar and codfish--£1.3.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of Benjamin Call, laminated, docketed \"Henly and Caul\". Receipted July 17, 1775 by Benjamin Call.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S 2 pages. An estate inventory of Lawrence Washington (1745-1774) -- a direct descendant of emigrant Col. John Washington and distant cousin of George Washington. The inventory includes 42 slaves (by name), cattle, and furnishings of each room. The inventory is signed by Thomas Jett and recorded by R. Bernard in Westmoreland County on December 31, 1782.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Receipt for 18 shillings for one pound of Hyson Tea. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed \"Robt. Broom £.18.0, 18th May 1774\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"-if you come to America you should come into this Province and be very cautious in buying ground; the people in this country they plow the ground that is cleared so many years together that they run it out.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Sum of one pound promised to Burdett Ashton, executor of Anne Washington ... payable on or before this date, one yr ... bind themselves for 2 pounds ...\" Witnessed by John Ashton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges a grain measure--reports that the measure accords with his own and also with one from Baltimore--deduces that the measure then in use in [Westmoreland Co.] is inaccurate. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark incomplete (heraldic device).Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page, folded. Discusses the beginning of the Revolution. Advises James to stay in Scotland \"until the present dispute between the Parliament and America is ended.\" Continues \"-there is great preparation for war in the different provinces of this country; several skirmishes that happened; there was a battle at a place in New England called Concord ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted enlistment broadside, signed by 17 recruits.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Would have come to see her in Prince William but has been daily expecting Capt. Wood's return--has been out little because of lack of shoes--those she has are too small and cannot get any more.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. List of 21 names of soldiers enlisting in the Continental Army for 1 year. Scituate, Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A document in connection with a lawsuit over Augustine Washington's will: Alexander and Elizabeth Spotswood, Burdett and Ann Aston, and Jane Washington vs. John Augustine Washington, William Augustine Washington, and George Washington \"Infants under the Age of Twenty one Years\" [at the time of Augustine's death]. This document stipulates how George Washington's father's estate will be divided amongst the defendents and plaintiffs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of militia officers, including their rank, sworn in by the Committee of Westmoreland County, Virginia, including John Augustine Washington, Colonel (brother of George Washington). Document signed by J. Davenport. 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mt. Pleast. Camp, South Side of James River, on my way to Norfolk. There has been an engagement between Dunmore and the Lowlanders--can tell details--postscript adds that Mr. James Lewis will act for him at division of estate [of Augustine Washington ?] and receive his part. Autograph letter signed, fragment only, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown over powder horn), directed on reverse, \"Carry this letter to Westmoreland\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 4 pages. Letter, unsigned. Attributed to Rev. Abiel Leonard before the siege of Boston in 1775, has a note to return to William A. Saunders of Cambridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"This BILL of SIX DOLLARS, shall entitle the BEARER hereof to receive GOLD or SILVER, at the rate of FOUR SHILLINGS and SIX-PENCE sterling per DOLLAR. . . .\"Passed by Maryland Provincial Convention. Printed by F. Green.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"According to the Resolves of the Assembly of Pennsylvania, of the 18th day of November, in the sixteenth Year of the Reign of G.E.O. the Third. Dated at Philadelphia, the 8th Day of December, 1775.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Receipt for slaves, cattle, etc. alotted to Ashton as his wife's [Ann Washington's] portion of estate of her father, Augustine Washington--valuation amounts to £432.3.8. Autograph document signed, in hand of John A. Washington, laminated, docketed \"Rect. B. Ashton £432.3.8, 21 decr. 1775\".Witnessed by Danl. McCarty.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. List of names, county, amount of rent, amount in arrears.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"Articles of agreement\" between Amos Ogden and Thomas Ogden include \"Robert Ogden, New York\" and \"David Ogden, New Jersey.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRevolutionary War Journals of James Humphrey, written partially in code, with separate marching orders and review of procedures - 4 items. A 32 page journal, the first seven pages being in code, recording information such as an encouragement to continue in the service of the state of Massachusetts, a list of men in Captain Gore's company, the rations allowed each man, the pay scale of a battalion, a copy of regimental orders, and a list of names of the men on guard duty. Attributed to James Humphrey who used the same code in anothern journal. Together with an additional 20 pages containing numerous tables such as the diameter of guns and balls, the \"composition for Fuzes of Shells of all Natures,\" how to figure the time of flight of a cannon ball, etc. Separate sheets list marching orders and instructions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mifflin, an aide-de-camp to George Washington, writes: \"General Washington has been dangerously ill -- His Complaint a perineumony. He is much better and said to be out of Danger -- His Situation has occasioned great anxiety in our Minds. The Consequences which would follow the Loss of so great a Man at this time cannot be calculated.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. 25 men signed or made their X to enroll for 3 months of service in the \"American Army.\" Document signed, partially printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages, docketed with two separate promissory notes. Donald Campbell writes about the war ruining his business and the need for a \"good constitution\" to get the people to believe in Independence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis one-sixth dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCurrency Note. This one-third dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads: \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSeven dollar Continental currency note, printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Am ordered by G. Washington to make provisions for marching army--have ready 80,000 lb. hard bread at Woodstock--stop sending any more flower, etc. to camp--part of bread must be at Woodstock before the detachment on Wed., \"... the consequence of a failure may be fatal\"--keep it as much to yourself as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Reporting the survey of the Ohio Co. 200,000/acres by Capt. Hancock Lee and Mr. Leet--they have it all in one tract on Licking Creek which falls into the Ohio 150 miles below the Scioto R. about [80] miles above the Kentucky R.--it is clear of Henderson's and the Vandalia Co. claims--\"By all Accounts it is equal to any Land on this Continent, being exceedingly rich and level.\"--charges for survey £650--each member owes £50 each he can't pay it all--men waiting for the money--puts it to him as a \"Man of Honour\" if he intends to benefit from the survey he ought to pay some portion of the charge or sell out his shares. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR), docketed, \"Geo. Mason - dated ye 12 March 1776-receivd 5th Oct. [ ] Col. R. Lee, delivered ye [ ] to R. McKeldon\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Mason\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne shilling note, emitted by a law of colony of New Jersey passed March 25, 1776, signed by Robt. Smith, Jonathan Deare, and John Smythe. Printed by Isaac Collins, Burlington, New Jersey.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document 1 page. Broadside signed by John Jay [then President of Congress] with instructions to the Commanders of the Private Ships or Vessels of War, instructing then that they will have Commissions of Letters of Marque and Reprisal, authoring them to make Captures of British Vessels and Cargoes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt of a list of bonds due George William Fairfax. Collected by Lund Washington and received by Craven Payton. Docketed on reverse by George Washington: \"Craven Payton receipt for Bonds - taken at the sale of Colo Fairfax's Furniture etc., 7th April 1776.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note for three dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter or journal entry written from Montreal, Canada on May 24, 1776 with sketched map of Lake Champlain on the back. Describes movement and condition of troops and arms of the Northern Department, some have smallpox and fever. It is unknown who the creator is but was at one time attributed to David Avery. References Benedict Arnold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWarrant written to Ebenezer Hancock the Deputy Paymaster General of the USA to Pay to David Townsend, Surgeon of the 6th Regiment, a refund of 23 pounds 7 shillings for smallpox medicines he purchased for the 6th regiment. Signed by Artemas Ward and Joseph Ward.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Fragmented document is signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. No. 101 Wm. Hunter £5.8.9, 21st Augt. 1776\". Receipted by Wm. Hunter. Bill for Irish linen, cotton cards, and thread, amounting to £5.8.9.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note for five dollars signed by B. [Benjamin] Levy and Thomas Donnellan. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page, writing on both sides. Amos Ogden of New Jersey agrees to give Thomas Ogden one-fifth of any land which the latter, acting as attorney, can recover from an apparent dispute of a land grant in West Florida.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. From Princeton, New Jersey. Addressed on the verso. Written in the hand of Major Aaron Burr, Aide-De-Camp to Putnam. In the letter, Putnam defends one of his soldiers being charged with misconduct saying that he is reliable and has taken General Washington's Oath of Fidelity. Putnam also orders scouting parties to be kept as close to the enemy as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2nd Company 1st Regiment Connecticut Militia--Lists categories for Capt. Camps's 42 men, shows which soldiers are sick, absent, discharged, dead, or deserted. Return - Connecticut Militia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Commission for Benedict Arnold to serve as Major General, signed by John Hancock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, signed, 1 page, folded, writing on two sides. Town meeting voted to establish the hospital according to law. Dr. Daniel Parker and Dr. Nathaniel Cook were the physicians in charge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Autograph document signed, in hand of Lund Washington, Harper's name signed with X, laminated, docketed. Receipt for 20 shillings for making ten pairs of \"negro shoes\" for General Washington's people.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Memorial presented to Congress relating to widows of foreign officers. Letter to George Washington is enclosed. See letter of 1777 October 6. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark (encircled fleur-de-lis surmounted by crown). [Letter to G.W. is enclosed--see letter of Oct. 6, 1777, Baron Holtzendorf to G.W.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 2 pages. Parliamentary Act during the reign of George III repealed the Boston Port Act of Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act repealing the Sugar Act.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 2 pages. Parliamentary act discontinuing the Duties on Cotton-wool, the Growth and Product of the British Colonies or Plantations in America, exported from this Kingdom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of receipts ranging from 1778-1795. Twenty-five items mostly relating to Betty Washington Lewis for the period of her widowhood. Includes payment for stockings, property taxes, her sons' tuition, linen, a copper kettle, and a statement of \"Debt, interest and payments on two Bonds ... from John Wayman, Edward Snickers and William Brady to Col. Fielding Lewis.\" In Mylar enclosures.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Promises on penalty of £10,000 to give him title to land in King and Queen County soon as possible. Pay purchase money to James Hill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Alexa.\", docketed \"Title Papers - John P. Custis' Lre. directing payment of money for King and Queen Estate to Jams. Hill and engaging a title to J.H. - Mem - Deed is recorded in the Genl. Court.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A notice of the election of Philip Smith, Joseph Lane, and Fleet Cox to act as Tax Commissioners for Westmoreland County; \"freely and Indifferently\" elected by Freeholders and Housekeepers. Signed by John Augustine Washington (1736-1787; brother of George Washington), Richard Lee, and Thomas Chilton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. Letter written from Bushrod Washington, to his mother, Hannah Bushrod Washington, about his time in Fredericksburg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis broadside was used as an advertisement to help fund engravings of Robert Edge Pine's painting that celebrated the American cause. It is filled out by Pine in manuscript on behalf of George William Fairfax who bought and sponsored five prints. Paid by George William Fairfax and signed by Robert Edge Pine\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Partially printed document. Loyalty oath, signed at Valley Forge by Moses Greenleaf, captain of a Foot Company. \"I Moses Greenleaf Capt. In ... do acknowledge the United States of America to be Free ... \".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eColonel John Augustine Washington, by orders of his Excellency the governor, instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft of one third of the militia 'held in readyness at a  moments warning.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter by Washington's aide-de-camp requesting Clement Biddle's horse for Martha Washington, who wants to \"ride a short distance that day.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, eight dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, sixty dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. A Return of the 10th Company of the 3rd Regiment of Militia in the County of Worcester. Company strength report. Marginal note to the section that separates soldiers by race is \"Quakers 3.\" Document signed, partially printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for 3 pieces of handkerchief, 15 yds. in each for £45.0.0.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, thirty-five dollars. This note was supposedly found in Washington's desk after his death and had been in General Nicholas Fitzhugh's family until its donation. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"I have the Deed from the General [George Washington] for the Land you bought of the [\"Romankoke,\" a plantation in King and Queen County, Va.] ... It was executed at Camp [Valley Forge] ... I neglected to get a Deed from Me to you, as I was not able to have the Deed from The Genl. to Me recorded.\" GW had originally purchased the property for his step-son, who then wished to sell it to Henry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Rodney releases Joseph Purden of mortgage. Total £97.5.2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a \"Negro\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter from the Marquis de Lafayette to an \"Dear Sir,\" discussing a soldier's need to leave the militia. Describes difficulties and frustrations felt by George Washington and Congress due to foreigners seeking appointments in American Army.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sorry to hear of Col. [John A.?] Washington's illness--Bushrod [Smith?] has been ill, also Fanny [Smith?]--Betsy is weak. Autograph letter signed, mounted.(Philip Smith's wife, Elizabeth, or Betsy, seems to have been Mrs. John A. Washington's sister).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act - \"An act to allow the Exportation of Provisions, goods, wares, and merchandise, from Great Britain, to certain towns, Ports or Places in North America ...\" which are or may be under the Protection of \"His Majesty's Arms.\" Printed by Charlee Eyre and William Strahan, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page.  An invitation to Canadians to join France in aiding the United States against the British--appeals to their common French blood, recent ties with France asks them to set up their own government and join the confederacy of 13 states. Printed document, laminated, watermark (fleur de lis), printed in French, endorsed in later hand \"Sent by LaFayette to Washington Presented to the Assoc. by Mr. Herbert.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding trade in the East Indies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding the sugar trade in America and Great Britain. Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. An explanation of the division of a quantity of corn between Mr. Kercheval and Mr. Snickers, and other farm business. Also advice to his son about a purchase of land from Mr. Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Extract of law passed in New Jersey relating to certification of cattle and sheep.\" That no Certificates for Cattle, Swine, Sheep, or other Provisions, seized by the Army shall be paid by the Contractors, unless the same shall be Certifyed under the hand of his Excellency the Commander in Chief of the Army, or of some other person by his Order.\" Autograph document, laminated, docketed on reverse, \"Morris Town 23d Decr 1780 from Joseph Lewis Contractor Morris County - ansd 29h.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, North Carolina, twenty-five dollars. Printed by J. Davis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRe: John French's bond due Tayloe and Washington. \"On the 19th of May One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Mr. John French offered to pay off his bond Due Tayloe and Washington, which I refused the money being of so little value. - Lund Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document signed, 1 page. Voucher for pay. Issued to Lebbeus \"Libeus\" Qui, a freed slave who fought in the Revolution from Connecticut. There is some reference saying that he was not freed until 1777 by Daniel Brewster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Written in cipher and partially decoded by Jay.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, three dollars. Rhode Island and Providence Plantation. Guaranteed by the United States; fully signed face and back.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, Virginia, sixty dollars. Printed on thin rice paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Price's management of his [farms], including agreement on terms and duties--payment of Bob Alexander. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"No. 1, Relates to the Agt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 1 page. Broadside, Connecticut. Recruitment into the Continental Army. \"An Act for filling up and compleating this State's Uuota of the Continental Army.\" George Wyllys, Secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Thomas Griggs, tenant on George Washington's lands in Berkely--he wants new lease--J.A.W. recommends him as collector for G.W.'s rents in the area--Col. David Kennedy, Pa. farmer, has taken over one of General's leases--\" ... a person who employed Lands in farming agreeable to the pensilvany method I should think would be the most agreeable tenants\"--in Berkeley for Mrs. [Hannah Bushrod] Washington's health--lame horses prevent visit to sister [Betty Lewis] in Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, Virginia, three hundred dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 1 page. Broadside, \"Resolved by this Assembly, That for the defence of the posts of Horseneck, and other parts of this State, there be immediately raised five hundred and seventy-five able-bodied effective men...\" George Wyllys, Secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. List of Slaves Returned by the British Army. The list of slaves shows those who left with the British Ship the HMS Savage after it stopped about Mount Vernon. The slaves are individually described. They were taken from George Washington by Captain Richard Graves in 1781. On reverse: \"A list of General Washington negroes that went to the British, 1781.\" Signed by Lund Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Accounts of various goods of an ordinary nature.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA French Intelligence map of New York Harbor with soundings of the East River, Hell Gate and the western end of Long Island Sound. Additionally the map denotes anchorages, dangerous rocks, shore fortifications as well as several named landmarks including \"Red hook Fort\", \"New York [City]\", \"gouverneur island\", \"frogs pte\", \"White Stone\", \"Sandy pte\", \"West chester\", as well as \"Riviere du nord\", \"New Jersy\", and \"partie du ouest Dela Longue isle\". Over that section of Long Island is a lengthy commentary including a detailed description of the hazards navigating \"hell gette\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter is a request to \"his most Christian Majesty\" for help to secure the Chesapeake from British naval raids that had rendered it impossible to export the \"Tobacco, flour and other produce of this State and Virginia\". The senders may possibly be Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, George Plater, President of the Senate and William Bruff, Speaker of the House. The recipient is not identified other than as the Minister of France. 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Re: Payment of debt to John Augustine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA translation of a letter, likely written by Ledyard, William(?). Ledyard writes to Destouches supplying intelligence on disposition of the British fleet at Gardiner's Bay including a small map showing the various ships in line relative to the shoreline. The report notes the presence of eight vessels ranging in strength from 50-74 guns. 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed by Ledyard dated March 1, 1781. Ledyard writes an eyewitness report on the disposition of \"the British Fleet in Gardiners Bay,\" observing that \"there has been more or less of the small ships moving out and in almost every day, have this moment taken a full View of the Fleet in the Bay with a good glass the weather being very clear find there is the same Number of Ships of the Line as there was when I wrote last some of which appear to have altered their Station in the Line.\" He also notes the appearance of something that looked like a floating battery but no shore batteries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental currency note, Pennsylvania, three pence. Printed by John Dunlap.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Certificate for impressing 2 of Fielding Lewis's horses for Lafayette--witnessed by Capt. Richd. Young, A.D.Q.M. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated. Their value sworn to (100 £) by Will McWilliams and Henry Armistead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContinental note, Virginia, five hundred dollars. Printed by John Dunlap.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBarras writes a letter to Destouches authorizing him to take \"Le Neptune, L'Eveille and Le Romulus\" to cover the arrival of a convoy from Boston that was escorting two frigates to Newport: \"For this purpose he will cross between Rhode Island and Martha's Vineyard, being sure as much as possible to preserve the facility of entering Rhode Island if the enemy were to present themselves in superior force\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Re: siege of Yorktown and supplies of cannons, balls, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstate of Samuel Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. \"The Sale of the Estate of Colo. Samuel Washington Decd. is on the following terms ... 1. the Highest bidder to be the purchaser ... 3. all under 30 [lbs.] is ready Cash ... 5. ten percent discount will be allowed for ready Cash.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1781]. Signed by Samuel's brothers, John Augustine and Charles and James Nourse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Humorous chatty letter--she has little time to write--\"... he says he has often heard I was married and for fear you should have the same intelligence and put some faith in it, be assured no such thought has ever enter'd my Head as yet nor do I believe ever will ... \"--compliments to Genl. [Greene]. Autograph letter signed, incorrectly docketed \"Mrs. Custis March 23, 1780\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis\". Date on original catalog card appears [1782]? March 23.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"... your worthy Unkles politeness and attention to your Education fills our breasts with the warmest sentiments of Gratitude, you were happy indeed to meet with him, as it has not only been the means of lessing your immediate expences to me ... but as it also produced to you the advantage of good advise from so able a Friend, and an introduction that will command you the attention of the best Company ...\"--don't spend time executing commissions for Virginia friends--goes to Berkeley--send account of his expenses every 2 months. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears as [1782] [April 1]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\". (This letter is on the same paper with letter from Hannah Bushrod Washington to Bushrod Washington, dated the same).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Inventory of Daniel Matthew's estate that includes household and personal items, farm animals, and tools. This document is signed by Thomas Washington, John Weaver, and Joseph Moxley.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Blindstamped \"Archives de Chastellux.\" Rochambeau writes about Washington's plans for the 1782 campaign and news from Europe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Bond. \"We James Crane, John Crane and Ephraim Washington do promise to pay to John Augt. Washington, Charles Washington or James Nourse as executors to the estate of Sam[uel] Washington dec[eased] ... the sum of one Hundred and Eighteen Pounds Six Shillings ...\" on or before April 3, 1783. On verso, John A. Washington endorses the bond.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Capt. Walley requested 3 Hogsheads of good rum to be used by officers on board the Barges. Additionally want 3 Hogsheads more of Brandy or the money to purchase it locally to get a cheaper price and better quality brandy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. French won't exchange her land tract for tract--\"Mrs. Dulany and myself will give the Reversion of the Dogue Creek Land for Dow and Co Land Tract for Tract.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover marked \"By Abraham\", laminated, docketed in later hand \"From Benj. Dulany about land for G.W.\" in pencil, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Dulany\". (See letter of same date, Lund W. to G.W.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bond for 500f. posted by John Washington on his appointment as Sheriff of Westmoreland County. William Washington is a cosigner on the bond. This John Washington is probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book owned by George Lewis, Washington's nephew. Mostly an account of items purchased. Small quarto, 39 folio pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. \"Pay Table Office Jan'y 8th 1783,\" with balances due to each person and sum totals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Family news, fears he has little hope for once Papa \"determines he never changes,\" Sally will write and tell all, her family is well, monthly balls at Alexandria and some private ones, expects to remain single.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Humphreys, aide-de-camp to Washington, describes Washington's reaction to a remonstrance of the state of Vermont.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Retained copy. \"Judge Bushrod Washington to whose Mother this letter is addressed very largely won the esteem of my Aunt. I remember him well, as when holding court in Phila. he always dined on Sundays with her. I was always taken there to dine on Sunday too as a child. Thus I remember my father delighted to teaze my aunt by saying Wright's picture of Genl. Washington was badly painted, when she invariably appealed to Judge Washington who always sustained her in asserting it was an admirable likeness.\" Although she has never met [Mrs. H. Washington,] she writes telling her of the esteem in which she holds her son Bushrod--gives character of Bushrod, uncorrupted despite luxurious atmosphere of Phila.--Bushrod very naive about reading character.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Continental officer Prentice Bowden writes from Clarkstown, NY saying he will be prevented from attending a meeting called but assents to the wishes of his fellow soldiers and accepts \"the Commutation agreeable to the resolve of Congress.-\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. A statement concerning building a bridge \"over the water course where Robinsons Mill formerly Turners was situated ... the said Bridge was set up to the lowest bidder price 900 lbs Crop Tobacco.\" Signed by John Washington, most likely the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington writes to Hannah Washington, apologizing to his mother for not writing and thanking her for her letters. He writes about the summer heat and in an attempt to escape to country breezes befriends a family outside of the city. He inquires whether his mother has received a letter from Mrs. Powel [Elizabeth Willing Powel] and expresses his continued and growing affection for her and Mr. Powel. He mentions that Mrs. Powel can be quite frank with him especially his choice in 'cloaths' and replaced his newly acquired watch string with a more elaborate style. He will send his portrait [by Henry Benbridge] to her when it is safe to do so by water conveyance. He is quite proud of the painting and claims, \"it is said by all who see it, to be amongst the finest pieces of painting in Philadelphia.\" It cost him £18.10. Autograph letter signed 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, \"the most Unhappy woman in the world\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Bushfield. Letter regarding a land sale. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\". Date on original catalog card appears as [1783][Sept.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Earlier letter miscarried--her anxiety over him--pleased at improved health, but fears he is too optimistic--Dr. Stuart thinks he should winter in West Indies--\" ... if you do not get well by being on Rhodeisland I hope South Carolina wou'd do as well as the West indies and I cannot bear the idea of your being exposed to the Sea this time of the year\"--came to welcome aunt and the General home, but they haven't come yet--spends time with Mrs. L[und] W.--Mrs. Custis with sister in Md. who suffers from unfortunate love affair--[Fanny] and Dr. [D.] Stuart to accompany Mrs. Custis down country--Mrs. Custis to marry Dr. Stuart--wants to see him--\"I only pray that it may be the will of Heaven that we shou'd. be happy together.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by George A. W-n incorrectly \"1st Sept. 1784\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Document, in hand of J[ohn] Herndon, fragment, laminated, docketed, charred by fire. Receipted by J. Herndon. Bill of 2 blankets, amounting to 16 shillings,  to \"Mrs. Washington.\" Unknown if Martha or Mary Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Bargain stated for sale of Thomas Washington's black horses, amounting in all to £150.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A bill of sale whereby Edward Hughes of Kirkston Parish sells a male slave (named Sam) to his daughter Elizabeth Rudolph. The document is signed by John Washington (probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786), Constant Washington (probably his wife), and Louisa F. Washington (possibly his daugter). Recorded in Westmoreland County on August 31, 1784 by R. Bernard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Receipt signed by John Cook for 100 dollars for a white horse sold to Major Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Lund offers to pay Col. John Fitzgerald for the Waggon [sic] and four horses he just received. Autograph note signed, [fragment]. Col. Fitzgerald was a prominent Alexandrian.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Received letter day after G.W. left Phila.--praise of G.W.--\"Few in his situation after having so successfully played a Game for their Country but would have played an after Game for themselves--her little god daughter (Mrs. F's child)--mourns her own lost children--invitation to visit Phila.--compliments of season \u0026amp; New Year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Conveys \"All that plantation now in possession of the said Penelope French called the Dogue Run plantation in Fairfax County, and adjoining the land of the Immortal George Washington and a number of slaves thereon\" for an annual rent of \"One hundred and thirty six pounds Gold and Silver, Dollars at six Shillings and half Joes at forty eight shillings ...\" Document signed, laminated, docketed \"A Lease from Penelope French and Benjamin Dulany to John Robertson January 1st 1784,\" 3 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Penelope French, Benj. Dulany and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier. Some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses disruption of business because of inclement weather; sale of Bushrod's hogsheads; disposition of his books.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N. 1 page. A bill from William A. Washington (1757-1810; George Washington's nephew) to the estate of Richard Muse for the hiring of \"negro Ceasar\" by Muse's overseer William Smith.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Will procure glasses for her, but regrets she needs them--post is surest way to send letters--many guests, but has been out little--\"Extensive connections and supposed large Fortunes, have their consequent Appendages tho not always of the most agreeable sort.\"--her goddaughter (Mrs. F.'s child). Autograph letter signed, docketed in another hand. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Has posted advertisements on General's lands that George Washington intends to assert his claims there. Settlers there alarmed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHermitage. Letter discussing sales of various goods, and slaves.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. In writing of and docketed by William Augustine Washington. Received by the hands of James Nivison £ 6 in payment for self and William Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. D.S. 1 page. Document signed, fragment, docketed on back, \"Majr Burdett Ashton's Rect for his Wifes and his proportion of my Brother George Washington's Legacies,\" incomplete watermark. For \"every Claim wch I have against the Estate of Augustine Washington decd as well on the Acct of the Legacy left my Wife an also my proportion of Legacy by the Death of Mr. George Washington decd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bushfield. Re: Shipment of Bushrod's chest and other goods from Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed in French. Paris. Chastellux writes of the departure of the Marquis de Lafayette to America. He imagines the scene if he, instead of Lafayette, might return to America and visit with Washington. He reminisces about the weeks spent at Albany and Saratoga during the Revolution and follows with a postscript regarding Madam Carter now Madam Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. I.O.U. from Washington to Booth, of Maryland, for \"Forty Guineys.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks Col. Fitzgerald to convey to her sons at Mount Vernon, with as much expediency as possible, the enclosed information. Re: Bushrod Washington's personal affects.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page, in hand of Gart. Tho[mpson], fragment, badly charred and mutilated, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark (indistinguishable). Bill from John Kea[ ] to Mary Washington for [£2.5.0].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Receipt for £5.0.0. pd. in full by W. A. Washington--signed with C. Highlander's mark and witnessed by Jenny [Mrs. Jane ?] Washington. Docketed \"Charles Highlander's Rec. £ 5.0.0.,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Agreement for Whiting to make repairs on his dwelling house, pay taxes, not allow servants and other stipulations on a certain tract (unclear as to location). Crane is making the agreement on behalf of George Augustine Washington. Whiting lived at Snow Hill on Bull Run in Prince William County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Letter in a humorous vein, chiding him for not writing--sends a book which she once recommended for his perusal--sends him fur gloves because \"the Severity of the last Winter may have operated so violently on his Herculean Hands, as to have numbed his fingers,\" thus preventing writing. Autograph letter, docketed in Mrs. P.'s hand, watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn), written in 3rd person. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of Col. John Augustine Washington with the London agent Messer's deDrusina, Ridder, and Clerk. The account ledger includes items such as tools, shoes, clothing, dishes, cutlery, sewing . 1 sheet, 4 pages of implements, nails, snuff boxes, sugar, fabric, spectacles, and Hyson tea. Autograph document signed, 4 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Can write oftener now--post leaves regularly--everyone sick--Miss Butler Thornton died of sore throat--Fanny's health improved by nursing George--sending Betsy to Fredericksburg for education--[Fanny is his wife and G.A.W.'s sister]--house not finished--has partnership in store at Germana--hopes to complete mills by winter next year--advises G.A.W. to build store or warehouses on his land--\" ... anythg. is preferable to an Estate in Land and negroes, which are not only unprofitable, but vexatious and troublesome\"--should sell land for certificates--Col. [Wm.] Washington wrote that G.A.W. was well.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G. A. W.Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. integral cover, New York, watermark. Docketed \"Excellency Richard Henry Lee President of the Honorable Continental Congress.\"  Re apprehension and publication of private letters abroad concerning public credit, and shows the necessity of \"immediate vigourous measures for supplying the Treasury of the United States...\" Note at bottom indicates 13 copies made and sent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Fox Neck. Letter by Maj. Jones--read in paper account of arrival in Charleston and health is restored--he should go to Sweet Springs in June - Oct.--\"A Virginia Estate is attended with such care, anxiety, and trouble, that it will in some measure prevent our Ease and Happiness ...\"--has rented out \"Traveller's Rest\" with stock, etc. to Mr. Young, an English farmer--lays off farm in equal lots of 40 A. with ditches and fencing--\"From this I shall get somethg. certin, and my Posterity will have a pretty Farm in such perfection as will require but few slaves to manage it.\"--intends same for all his property--Sam.[G.A.W.'s brother] bought wagon and will visit soon--will go to Sweet Springs to improve wife's health--G.A.W.'s lots in good condition--has received no rents for him--Callender should collect them--the Magnolia are produced from the Seed which are contained in Cones ...\"--will go to Botonast nearby to get information and some seeds. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd 1st Apl. 85\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. Concern for G.A.W.'s health--should he need any cash, call on his friend Mr. Wm. Crafts--\"your core and filtering stone came same to hand and is in my store.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd. 1st Apl. 85\", watermark (FA). Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Capt.] E. Callender.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Spotsylvania City. His letter not received--death of his baby [George] of the humour in his head--\" ... the old Lady (Mrs. Washington [Mary]) not long ago had a violent fall from her steps wch had nearly broke her arm. It is now getting so yd. she has some little use of it.\"--Col. Jno. Thronton will let G.A.W. have horse on good terms--rents--Capt. Callender expects him to draw upon him and his friends--goes to Sweet Springs if he can raise money--hopes to complete his race, dam and saw mill--all in Berkeley are well--will go there with Col. [Chas.] Washington--elections at Stafford--Garrett and Brent elected--Maj. Dick dead and John Lewis near death at Dr. [David] Stuart's--Miss Spriggs married Jno. Mercer and Brent to Miss Ambler. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Charleston. Earliest ship for Va. is next Thursday for Fredericksburg--ship for Phila. or N.Y. will arrive shortly--will engage staterooms on this for G.A.W.--Phila. newspapers just arriving on ship. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges letter telling of his son's death--[Capt. Alexander Spotswood Dandridge]--what to do with land intended for his son--bring grandson to Hanover--does she have coat buttons of Scotch thistle which his son had?--he promised to wear them for friend's sake--weak from spell of gout.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (Armed woman and rampant lion with motto Pro Patria GSB). Name on original manuscript appears as \"N. W. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Charleston. Ship bearing Major Jones leaves for Va. Thursday, barring possibility of freight for other parts of continent--tell Major Jones nothing has been heard of his friend [Gile ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Received letter covering several others to forward--will visit [Mt. Vernon] shortly--tell Mr. Lewis he will see him tomorrow or next day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover (in different hand), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Callender.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. On board the sloop Unity. Unable to pay house rent which is due--encloses £6 and promises rest soon to be paid to Capt. Callender--is doing some ship's carpentry work at present. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rich. Kenney.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Torn. Sale by the Lees, husband and wife, to Washington and Smith of Burnt House, Old Quarter and Forest plantations, approx. 2600 acres in all. Burnt House tract located just south of Bushfield, home of JAW. A trustee signs for JAW. Witnessed by Hannah, Mildred, and Bushrod Washington, among others.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. His flour hasn't come yet--will be taken care of when it does--will inform gentlemen desirous of purchasing corn that he has some--lists prices current on flour, etc.--tobacco shipped by Mr. Stoddard. Autograph letter signed, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Herbert.\" Poor condition, badly torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning correspondence with George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Charles City, Virginia. Edloe has bond of Bernarde Moor's, signed as security by Lawrence Washington--requests payment from Lawrence Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Left word on leaving town that debt to G.A.W. was to be paid, but business interfered--Bundle at Mrs. Maury's--bundle of boots will come by next stage--is he married?--brother and sister going to springs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Mr. [Long?] left $55. with Mr. Watson for him--forwards bundle by stage--his brother is at Hobbs Hole [Tappahannock]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark, directed \"by care of Josiah Watson Esq. with a Bundle.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Benjamin Franklin's account with artist Jean Antoine Houdon for expenses and work done. Includes an order with Monsieur Jefferson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment, 1 page, docketed. Promise to pay £3. Signed by Throckmorton; witnessed by Ferdinand Washington, [son of Samuel Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Studley, Hanover City. Ill health and business prevent his coming [to wedding of Geo. A. W. with Fanny Bassett]--will send carriage for them to spend Christmas with them--family at Studley sends regards. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends £25, balance of Mr. Matthew Whiting's rent--unable to pay £35 on his own rent until Nov. [sublet of farm from Whiting].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves..\" Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by \"John Augt. Washington\" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Could not procure the silk for Mrs. [Fanny] Washington--hasn't the cash due G.A.W.--first cash he can get he will send--congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docket by G.A.W., marked \"care of Mr. Josiah Watson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., broken red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Le Mayeur\". [Dr. Le Mayeur was a French dentist; Gen. Washington was one of his patients].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends £5 due on rent, but cannot pay more until later--congratulations on marriage--and improvement of health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W. [At bottom of page is a list of money sent].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Williamsburg. His neglect in writing--\"I will take the liberty of enquiring into your feats of sportsmanship for I expect if you have ever been able to rise soon enough to execute your threats the poor ducks have been slain by thousands.\" --tell G.W. honey locust seed can be got at Eltham this year. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Berkeley City. Sends £35 in consignment of rent due by M. Whiting, tho he can hardly spare it--give Mr. McCray of Alexandria, the bearer, a receipt--\"for the aforesaid rent due from Mr. Matthew Whiting for the year 1785.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., marked \"Hand by Mr. M Cray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane\". [Lists kinds of money sent in payment].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Happy Retreat, near Charles Town. Congratulations on marriage--family is well--Mr. Crowe's money to be paid--saw G.A.W.'s property advertised in paper in Genl.'s name in Fredericksburg--Mr. John Briscoe desires to buy Whiting's place--write by Mr. McCray who comes to spend winter with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"Hon'd by Mr. McCray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Cha. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. An order for household articles--2 large Dutch blankets, not torn in two--clamps, bed cord, brads, large common plate buttons, one pair large leather shoes or pumps, one pair large callimanco, cupboard locks, one hank of silk \"near the pattern sent\", \"one hank of deep green\", long bent horn comb. [Enclosed is a scrap of silk mounted on paper]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Regarding the management of the Principio Company property belonging to William A. Washington, who inherited the property from his father Augustine (George Washington's half-brother). Russell is manager and iron-master of the Principio Company. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Inquires price of land and lots in [Fredericksburg] advertised in paper--intends buying if price is right--will give good bonds--answer by next stage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"To the care Mr. Wm. Hunter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. B. Chew.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount - D.S. 1 page. Account from Oct. 1786-May 1789 amounting to £11.0.4 for iron work, shoeing wheels, ox chains, repairing old stock bands, etc. Credit given of £7.18.0 for 39 1/2 baskets of wheat. Document signed, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Acct. Mr. J. Hill for Mrs. Washington\".Account sworn to on Aug. 13, 1790 by Chas. C[aller ?] and receipted by Abner Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 10 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Messieurs Henderson, Ferguson, and Gibson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Blenheim. Has heard of attachment on Md. estate of his father [Augustine W.] in consequence of a claim against Nivison--requests Mr. Cracroft to hire lawyer to fight it--bearer has briefs of case. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed \"Mr. Washington's papers delivered by Mr. Craycroft,\" marked \"fav. by Mr. Spencer Carter,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. George A. Washington agrees to rent to John Lewis \"the Lotts inclosed within the [ ] on which H. Armistead now resides for the sum of Seventy five Pounds ...\" Lewis also agrees to certain repairs to a dwelling house, stable and kitchen. Witnessed by a Mr. Ball. Signed and docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Gundin Chapin and Co. to George Augustine Washington. 1/2 doz. screws [1] pr Brass hinges, 500 no. 5 springs. Autograph document signed, in hand of Aquila Brown, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1786] July 17. Receipted by Aquila Brown for Gundin Chapin and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Safe arrival at G. W.'s--be sure the General gets good Sanfine seed which he is ordering--get a \"Clever Lille Desant plow which must go with out a weeal for the land is not Level and to be shoor to make him Light and Desant and be Shoor to make him turn the works well ...\"--describes plows in use at Mt. V.--doesn't want wife to come yet, for he may not stay past his year--land poor, plows poor, farm instruments poor--wages and terms of General's are good--dislikes negroes--\"tese Black Peope I am Rather in Danger of being posind among them ...\"--wife can decide about coming--look after his children--General sold good sheep for 40/ \"a pes of thar money.\"--.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarks. [Bloxham was an English farmer who came to serve as farmer and manager of some activities at Mount Vernon. Peacey was his sponsor].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Congratulations on birth of another [daughter]--reflections on the role of women in educating children, and the education they need--wishes to have spent more time on improving mind than person--\"I have not a doubt that the General's visit to Chatham was productive of as much Pleasure to him as to you. I am sorry that you have Reason to think his native Climate does not so well agree with him as ours. In all probability his Destination will be Virginia. and sure I am that his Inclination and Attachments are decidedly for that State. When you see him present my Comps. he is one of my best Friends and Favorites.\"--family matters--too much rain for grain. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed in Mrs. Powel's hand, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. The bond is for 67 pounds sterling.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relating to a suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks. Sent a copy of Augustine Washington's will for the use of Stone as a legal representative in a Maryland suit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relatinig to suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send crimson or blue silk to face flannel waistcoat for the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Malbro. Would quarrel with Mr. W[ashington] for not allowing her to visit them--will bring missil or send it by first opportunity--best love to all at Mt. Vernon--a kiss to her godddaughter--Sally [Sarah Offitt Craufurd] can almost walk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, incomplete, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 28 pages. Rutherford's survey for land owned by George Augustine Washington near Charles Town in Berkeley County, Virginia (now West Virginia). Survey of this tract after it was split and bequested to G.A.W.'s sons, George Fayette and Charles Augustine. The sons, in turn, rented their properties to Peter Cockrell and Garland Moore, respectively. Includes list of 10 slaves Cockrell rented along with land and accounts of expenses and produce of the Berkeley Farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Thompson agrees to \"furnish Major George [A.] Washington with Thirty Barrills of Indian Corn to be delivered at his place in the Month of March next, ...\" or to freight it to General Washington's mill if that is G.A.W.'s wish. If he fails in this obligation, 40 pounds Virginia currency is due.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends packet which Gen. Washington sent to him--quotes from G.W.'s letter telling of desire of his farmer [Bloxham] to bring wife and children over to America--ship sails from London to place near G.W's seat in Feb.--if passage is desired for her must be paid in advance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, post mark \"A1, 17\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. London. Thanks for present of a hare--has booked passage for Mrs. Bloxham and 2 children--\" ... the Vessell goes very near Gen. Washingtons Landing so that Mrs. Bloxham has not far to travel\"--costs of passage--bring bedding for ship's cabin--\"Goods and cloaths in Virginia as they mostly come from hence are very dear, therefore it woud be necessary for her to Lay in a good Stock of them ...\"--seeds will go by same boat--these will be sent to warehouse or counting house first--if Mrs. Bloxham changes her mind let him know. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dr. Craik brings a shoe--send a pair or two at Lowry's of purple morroco of same size--also a pr. or 2 of red--Mrs. Washington will send back ones not suiting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark (HB).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Survey and plat of 1121-acre tract owned by George Augustine Washington near Charleston in the county of Berkeley.\" About 250 acres of the ... tract is cleared ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Renewal of an agreement made December 25, 1784 (see MVLA Collection). This agreement is to expire on December 25, 1787 \"at which time the said Land and premises is to be ... peaceably and quietly given up to said Washington as required.\" Rent is 40 pounds Virginia currency. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Have shirts, neck handkerchiefs \u0026amp; ruffles made from linen an cambrick left at Snow's store--to have been made at Mt. V. but G.W. having new \"recruit\" made for himself, so \"I therefore told Mrs. Washington that I could not get any linnen which I liked-that was a lie Snow, but yet it did not hurt me to tell it so much as it would to have delayed anything which was doing for the Genl.\"--Peter to pick up Lear's shoes--\"Has [Hooff ?] paid or protested by bill upon him?\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Received Mr. Hanson's draft and the bill for making shirts--advancing board to Mr. Hanson before due for [Geo. S. and Lawrence A. Washington]--got down before rains came--send down Mr. Hunter's receipt--\"Washington sends his love to you and says you are not a man of your word, for you promised to come down here on Sunday and did not.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks for 4 shirts and 2 neck cloths--send rest and the bill, will pay when next in town--apologizes for lack of New England gallantry at letting Miss Craik go home by herself--will accompany Mrs. W. and Mrs. Stuart to Belle Voir--Phila. packet just \"passing by the door\"--when can they get things from her?--is now writing this while in hands of his [\"freisear\"]--5 more wash basins are needed. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDivision of slaves from the estate of John Augustine Washington amongst Bushrod Washington, Corbin Washington, and Hannah Washington. \"West\" Ford, \"Billey\", \"Betty\", and \"Venus\" are listed under slaves to Hannah Washington. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAt court held for Westmoreland County the 31st day of July 1787, the Will and Codicil made 1785 November 19 by John Augustine Washington and under the oath of executors Bushrod Washington and Corbin Washington along with William Augustine Washington was entered into and acknowledged bond with conditions as the law direct. Certificate is granted them for obtaining a probate. Signed by James Bland, C.W.C and William Butler, D.C. and noted as 'A true Copy.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Letter and articles came to hand--he used good judgment on the cape--send black cape for G.A.W. and one for self; also plain metal buttons for white broad cloth vest and breeches--Mrs. W. obliged for cards--\"Mrs. St[uart] was disappointed by not seeing certain personages on Sunday.\"--send hair ribbon--any late arrivals in Alexa.?  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £6.10.9 includes woodwork for 1 pr. cart wheels, 2 boxes for them, tire and nails, altering and putting on 8 stock bands. Credit is given for wheat and old iron. Autograph document signed, in hand of Abner Vernon, fragment, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Account certified correct by Abner Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Signed by J[?] Berry to the fact that John Milton, deputy sheriff served notice to William Kerchival and John Williams that judgement would be brought in October for payment of bond to George Washington. Milton served notice on Aug. 21, 1787. Addressed to Francis Whiting on the other side.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. 12 dancing lessons for Miss Fanny Smith and 6 visits to reach Miss H[annah] Washington...her school is located at Chantilly ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fears frost, \u0026amp; will be unable to see them until 10th or 12th of month--please pay Mr. Anthony Buckner sum of £3, and place to acct. of D. S. Autograph letter signed, fragment with integral cover, laminated, docketed, directed \"By Mr. A. Buckner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send by the bearer 3 bushels of salt, allum, and the plank, if it is ready--if not ready, let him know when it will be. Autograph letter signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, part of a watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Let bearer, John Monday, have bottle of snuff, bed cord, molasses, pint tumbler and [ ] and charge to his own account. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, fragment, laminated, watermark, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. H. Hooe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Brent-Town. To the assistant for Huie, Reid, and Company. Send by bearer 1/2 yd. cloth--are goods arrived and open yet? Let Mr. Peirce have credit in store, and will guarantee payment for him. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Hooe.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer, Jno. McKay salt and small pot and charge it. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, on reverse of part of legal document.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Please let Benj. Mattison have 4000 single [tens?] and 200 double [tens?]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Pay bearer £0.9.2. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Charles Adams 11 Oct 87,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Send by John 3 yds. fine \"plad\", one gallon good spirits, molasses, morocco slippers, callimineo pumps, candles, and 2 wash basons. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Neabsco. Must leave for Bul[l] Run in morning--requests he let bearer have £6 to pay workmen--will write memorandum of all winter clothing needed. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark [separate cover addressed to Mr. Reid probably goes with this letter].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of cover, probably goes with letter of October 17, 1787, John Carter, Jr. Neabsco, to James Reid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To James Read (or Reid?) in Dumfries. Send by Scipio sugar, tea, also for Polly Brent send crape gauze, leather shoes to measure sent, and large chip hat--send 2 hanks pale yellow silk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer 1000 ten penny nails, 2 bead cords \u0026amp; 1 quart rum--to be charged. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Credit Mr. Blake, bearer, for what necessaries he wants on her account. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send ten penny nails, brown lining \"garman Toulles\" stockings, etc. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"John Smith 29 Octr 87.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount with a dressmaker ... entries include making a \"lude string Robe\" robe and petty coat, great coat and altering 3 garments ... total £1.10.0. Receipted Aug. 31, 1790.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 4 pages. Bonds taken for [slaves?] sold, amounting to £560.19.0--signed by Willm. A. Washington and John Fauntleroy--\"other Accts. on this list not yet bonded--£121.19.1\"--amts not bonded include for Phaeton and harness, Chair, Livestock and lumber. Document signed, endorsed \"An Acc't. of Bonds and debts due for property sold of Colo. Thomas Turner at Smith's Mount and Nanzatico,\" laminated, unidentified watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Washington agrees to continue leasing a tract of land in Berkeley County \"adjoining the Town of Charles Town for and during the Term of one Year ...\" i.e. Dec. 25, 1787 to Dec. 25, 1788. Whiting shall pay required land tax and \"Forty Pounds Spacie, Virginia Currency, ...\" to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Whiting exchanges \"... two Cows under seven years old, thirteen herd of Sheep under four years old\" for a year's rent of land in Berkeley County (see Agreement, Nov. 3, 1787). Washington allows four pounds ten shillings for each cow and twelve shillings per herd of sheep.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 26 pages. A portion of an account book containing record of rentals due and accounts owed by \"George Washington President of the United States.\"--the first 9 pp. (at least one missing) concern tenants living on the tract called \"Asbeys Bend - under the Blue Ridge Part in Fauquier and Part in Loudoun\"--lots are listed, tenant named, and an account given of what he owes and has paid--following pp. concern lands on Gooseneck Creek in Fauquier County and in Berkeley County and Frederick County.--then follow several pp. of \"George Washington President of the United States in Acct. Current with B. Muse\", concerning expenses and collections, legal in nature in connection with the foregoing lands and tenants. Autograph document signed, in hand of Battaile Muse, 2 blank pages, silked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Airy. Thanks him for his condolences and offer of help upon her afflictions. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by T. Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Little Washington Custis [6 yrs. old] thanks Mrs. Powel for a book, the Children's Friends, which she sent him--his sisters and Miss Harriot [Washington] send their respects. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Unhappy over their separation--her approaching confinement [Anna Maria Washington, born April 3, 1788]--weather severe--plows frozen--spare no expense in getting skillful person, recommends Mrs. Harrison [midwife ?]--Mrs. Bassett's shoes not forwarded to Phila. yet--will get biscuit and hat for your father and brother--family news--inquire into cotton--little Wash. [Custis] wants to write her a letter--\"We this evening recd. an acct. of the adoption of the Constitution by the State of Massachusets which was deliberately discusd and with the greatest harmony adopted the Minority determining to give it every support tho they were unsuccesful in their opposition.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark (IV). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For 6 bushels of winter vetches for General Washington, totaling £2.2.0. Autograph document, small page, docketed. [This was for seed bought in England].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sent letter yesterday by Col. Humphreys--send a dozen hand saw files and 3 men's coarse hats--Tom has Mr. Porter's saddlebags. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Robert Morris on way to Va. and takes portable camera obscura as a gift to G.W.P. Custis [7 yrs. old]--landscapes at Mt. Vernon will be perfectly represented and can be copied--profiles may be taken with it--Mr. Morris will show him how to use it--send her his sister's [Nelly] and Mrs. W.'s profiles. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks for 6 barrels of \"Hearons\" [herring ?] from Mt. Vernon--thanks for trouble in finding him freight--try to find Gibb a load from the Potomac back to Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Edw Pye Chamberlay\". [Chamberlayne, of King Wm. County, married Agnes Dandridge].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Land to be sold by Washington to Sullivan who wants it for speculation--Peter can bring mares to the horse. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"A distinguished and brave Revolutionary officer\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour receipts signed by Davenport (George Washington's miller) from the Mill. An accompanying docket refers to these receipts as \"Accounts of Corn and Meal delivered out of the Mill for and by the orders of G[eorge] A[ugustine] W[ashingto]n...125 Bushels Corn.\" Four documents signed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jos. Davenport.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send Mrs. [Martha] Washington 2 yds. black lute-string, \"as near the patron [pattern] as it can be got\",--also 3 prs. of best white kid gloves, long--. Autograph letter signed, laminated, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rotterdam. Received from Capt. Robt. Wyllie on his brig the Molly the documents handing them 50 hhds. tobacco, and letter informing them the vessel's whole cargo was addressed to them from themselves, Mr. Hector Alexander, and Mr. George Walker of Georgetown--before they could finish processing it as per instructions, an interdict from Mr. G. Gibson to Capt. Wyllie to deliver cargo to him, on consequence of order from Messr. Smith Huie Alexander and Co. of Glasgow--sends copy of letter they sent to Smith Huie Alexander and Co.--thanks them for confidence placed in them--will inform them of decision in this affair. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed \" By Cap. McGill from Rotterdam,\" also marked on cover \"Capt. Quick to go from [ ] the readiest way to Rotterdam,\" cover used as a scratch sheet, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. George Augustine Washington contracts with Samuel Roberts for the latter to disassemble a building at Johnson's Fishery (at River Farm) and re-erect it \"... agreeably to the back part of Genl. Washington's kitchen or Servant's Hall, weatherboard, case, cornice, and bargeboard it in the same way--.\" Roberts is to receive, for his service, 11 pounds Virginia currency and the assistance of one slave. Document is unsigned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne envelope, no letter or note. Addressed to Samuel Powel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks his price for land in Carolina--has been offered land \"in this Neighbourhood\" but prefers the Carolina tract--poor quality of Carolina land. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Richmond\", watermark obscured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Account of sales of fruit received by the Philadelphia Packet, Capt. Elwood for a/c of Messrs. Andrew Clows Co. George Washington's order for 110 pounds of filberts appears on the account of fruit brought to Alexandria on Captain John Ellwood, Jr.'s Philadelphia packet boat, the sloop \"Charming Polly.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Smith tells Washington of certain clothing purchases she has charged to Washington on account with \"Mr. Crabb.\" Letter carried \"By Harry.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Winchester. On reverse, a protest signed by Thacker Washington \"... because not given by Miss Anne Blair, whose order will be accepted.\" Request for payment of £11.12.6 to Mr. Nath. Gray.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Apologies for delay in executing commission for Mrs. W.--has been ill--nice white fur available, but advises waiting until autumn, because of lateness of season--did he receive letter and pamphlet of the Debates of the [Phila.] Convention?--\"As I knew you were a Member of the Virginia Convention I thought it might be agreeable to you to see in how masterly a Manner Mrs. Wilson had treated the Science of Government.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, red seal, watermark (W).Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for forwarding 4 tierces and 3 barrels of seed by the Tree Mason, Capt. Lawrence Lazore--please forward freight bill. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Recd. [April] 24 Ansd May 13th\", watermark (incomplete LVG and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Orders muslin for Mrs. Washington--requests Dunlap and Claypole's paper sent regularly to Major [G.A.] Washington--send Will [to N.Y.] when he's able to travel. Autograph letter, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"These letters were recorded by H.[owell] Lewis. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside outlining the formal order of procession for the inauguration ceremony for the first President of the United States, George Washington. A manuscript docket on verso reads \"Order of Procession on the Inauguration of President Washing[tn], 30 April 1790.\" Another manuscript docket on the front of the broadside, underneath the printed text, reads \"Order of procession on the inauguration of President Washington 30, April 1790.\" This year is incorrect, as the inauguration took place on 30 April 1789.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Pittsylvania. Return of his draft, half satisfied leads him to think it is inconvenient for them to answer any further requisitions for money--will try to discharge his large debt to them speedily--reminds them that they had consented to consolidate his scattered debts into one general acct. upon their books--hopes this will prevail upon them to give him time to discharge various debts, but if they prefer, they have enough of his property at their disposal to discharge a debt to them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed by \"favr. Mr. Smith,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President would like Billy [Lee] sent to Mt. Vernon when he can be moved safely, for he cannot be of use here--\"But if he is still anxious to come on here the President would gratify him altho he will be troublesome--He has been an old and faithful Servt. this is enough for the Presidt. to gratify him in every reasonable wish\"--if Major W. needs buck wheat from Phila. he will let you know--G. W. wishes Dunlop and Claypool's paper sent to N.Y., and will furnish them from there to the Major at Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark (L Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Not in Writings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Interest on certificate in name of John Dickenson belongs to bearer Mrs. Dickenson--let her have her warrant, or purchase it of her--she is in great want. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn estimate for a saddle for the President.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 10 pages. An account of Robert Lewis's trip as far as Baltimore accompanying his aunt Mrs. Washington to New York--family relations and friends--preparations and farewell at Mt. Vernon and Dr. Stuart's in Alexandria--Col. Blackburn's--Mr. and Mrs. B[ushrod] Washington--Mrs. W.'s parting with her servants at Mt. V.--rental of horses from Mr. Van Horn--efforts to purchase a horse for [G.W.]--two ferry crossings--Major Snowden and family--description of countryside--Mrs. Carroll's reception near Baltimore--visit with Dr. McHenry in Baltimore. Autograph document, unbound, laminated, watermark, docketed in later hand, \"Journal of Mrs. W's journey to N. York.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Charles came up to get the [storehouse ?] key being mended--send a dozen lbs. of figs to be charged to G.A.W.--needs 200 \"small tacks with flat heads proper for nailing leather on Brick moulds ...\"--Mrs. [Anna Maria] Bassett and Mrs. Washington will dine with Mrs. Porter after lunch on Sunday--Mr. Bassett will attend them and perhaps G.A.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Snow (?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President desires to have Billy [Lee] sent to N.Y. since Billy earnestly desires it--send stays and shoes to Mrs. F[anny Bassett] W-n at Mt. V.--send Mrs. M. W.'s to [N.Y.] and charge all to President's account--she overpaid for altering some gowns--Billy's expenses to be pd. by G.W. thru Biddle (mentioned in Writings in footnote). Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. An account of ferry and inn expenses listing all the stops between Georgetown and New York--carriage of a trunk from Phila to N.Y.--stage horses--Col. Van Horn who arranged the trip had been paid earlier some amount--. Document, in hand of Robert Lewis, watermark, endorsed on back, \"The Amount of every expence is £67.10.7 Pensylvania currency.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. [Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Inquiries about table ornaments--\" ... and if the large and small Glasses of M. Dela Croix are of the same set, he [the President] will thank you to procure them...\"--\"The President has a French man with him who is said to be a compleat Confectioner and professes to understand everything relative to these ornaments, so that the Glasses only are wanting.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (L. Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Billy [Lee] arrived--\"The President thinks those ornaments will not answer the purpose as the two sets are not made to join each other \u0026amp; neither separate are large enough for his table\"--President much indisposed--fever and a tumor on his thigh. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Sends letters of testimonials \"in my favor\"--hears of president's recovery--his sickness prevented Speaker of House of R. from writing him as per his promise. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Alex. Furnival.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends copy of Committee's report on mode of collecting taxes--how does his memorial stand with President?--any chance of employment?--amusements in N.Y.--hopes President is recovered. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, postmarked \"Balt. July 5.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Joshua Barney.\" [Barney sailed miniature ship \"The Federalist\" to Mount Vernon in 1788; gift of merchants of Baltimore.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Happy over her children's situation [in N.Y.] -- glad \"My good Mama [Martha Washington] ... has at last seen the necessity of making the Dr. children respect as well as love her, for that they never wou'd have done had she continued her former improper indulgence to them.\"--their sisters are with her--death of Mr. Richard the printer--doesn't approve of taking her daughters [Eliza and Martha Custis] to Alexandria feast and merriment--requests him to have a butter print made for her--competition in selling butter to Alexandria. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1789] July 8.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Saurason obligates himself to sell Washington his lot \"... 40 feet on Duke street and 70 on St. Asap[h]\" for seventy five pounds Virginia Currency. This lot is \"... subject to a ground rent of twenty five Shillings...\" The agreement is subject to Washington's procuring another lot from Thorton Alexander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Account from July 1789 for \"Visiting Mrs. W. Examining a Cancer and Consultation with Dr. Hall - £2.2.0.\" Document, fragment, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Dr. R. Wellford Acct and [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Proved before magistrate, Geo. French, on Aug. 19, 1790. Receipted on reverse Sept. 13, 1790 from Mrs. Lewis. Signed by Wm. Yates for Robt. Wellford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Cousin A.O.C.C. married Jack Lyons--saw many friends at Eltham and Elsing Green--\" ... hope He [G.A.W.] is not so regardless of His health as he used to be, tell Him from me that one child and the prospect of another are sufficient inducements to make him prudent, an Orphan's situation is deplorable, for a Mother cannot be of much advantage without a Father's assistance.\"--lack of a carriage prevents her coming to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by F. B. Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] Aug. 3\". [B.C. Bassett was sister-in-law of Fanny. She married John Bassett of Farmington, Hanover County. She was daughter of Wm. Burnett Browne of Elsing Green, King Wm. County.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received his several letters--slippers came safely to hand, also the bill for them--£70 received from Mr. Thomas Smith on acct. of the President--send 2 prayer books to Mrs. W. Autograph letter signed, docket, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. New York. Received bill from Dunlop and Claypoole--forward the enclosed answer to an address to Bethleham--procure 20 bushels of good winter barley for seed from reputable farmer--last procured from R.I. was not good--Mrs. W. wants Mr. Hazelhurst's bill for Chintz--charge to president's acct.--she also wants another prayer book added to 2 already requested. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Abingdon. Chides him for not writing - news from George [A. Washington] and family at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] August 19.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 2 pages. Richmond. Re: Corbin W-n's suit with the Hites ... certain title papers missing must be supplied before the Oct. trial ... Patrick Matthews, Johnston, Russel are names appearing in the letter and seem to be former owners of the land in question ... \" Copy of a letter from Mr. John Marshall to Corbin Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[17]89 Aug. 23.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Prayer books came safely--encloses letter to Nicholas Eveleigh(?) in S. Carolina--put it on first boat to that place--\"Mrs. Washington wishes you to send 25to ... of chocolet shells to Mt. Vernon ...\"--send statement of President's account. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, partial watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. New York. President is getting a German gardner from Phila.--he doesn't speak English or know the country--pay and charge to President's account the amount of his passage in stage from Phila. to Alexandria. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (LVG surmounted by powder horn). Name does not appear on original manuscript. [Gardener was John Christian Ehler, sent from Germany by Henrick Wilmans of Bremen].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W. wants a gown of color like that enclosed in Tabby, ducape or Padusoy [paduasay]--send samples and price. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (armed figure). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. G.W.'s acct. [from Biddle] is right--Mrs. W. wants 15 yds. of Padusoy of enclosed pattern--G.W. wants prices on clover seed and early delivery--suffered greatly last year because of late delivery of seed--congratulations on apptmt. as Marshal of District of Pennsyl. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Introducing Col. Gordon, Col. Buckside, Capt. [Isaakson ?], and Lt. Erskine who are on their way to Canada. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (T. French). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ph. Schuyler.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Appointed by P. Wagener. Washington is appointed surveyor \"... of the road from General Washington's ferry to his Mill, from thence to his tumbling dam, thence along his new road to intersect the River side old road above the Gumspring ...\" and is to use \"the male labouring Tithables\" on George Washington's plantation to keep the road in good repair.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTiffin renews his lease on land in Berkeley County [see 1788, Sept. 26, James Stuart and Edward Tiffin] for annual rent of 30 lbs., ten of which should go toward \"... putting a good Sufficient Roof on the Dwelling House and other necessary repairs ...\" Tiffin is forbidden to \"clear any land outside of his Inclosures\" or sell or waste Timber on this land nor seed any grain in the autumn unless he later agrees to a longer term.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W.'s Padusoy [dress material] and bill for it received--President wants list of plants and prices from Mr. Bartram, and when they should be transplanted--wishes to send some to Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed by Lear, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint document, 1 page. An address from the Quakers from their annual meeting for Penn., New Jersey, Delaware, and western parts of Va. and Maryland. The Quakers are grateful for religious toleration and other American freedoms but state \"... we can take no part in carrying on war on any occasion ... but are bound ... to lead quiet and peaceable lives ... \" GW answers, in part, \"...it is doing the ... Quakers no more than justice to say, that (except their declining to share with others the burthen of the common defence) there is no denomination among us who are more exemplary and useful citizens.\" Printed document, pen trials on verso. Washington's reply is published in Writings, 30:416n.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. Has never allowed herself to join general cry against him--wishes Bett and Patt [Eliza and Martha Custis] could have same advantages as her other children--guests--a boating accident in front of her house. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears as \"[1789] Oct. 8.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Appoints Burgess Ball attorney in his own behalf for division of estate of his mother, Mary Washington. Poor condition. Document signed, fragment, laminated, badly charred by fire, docketed Chs. Washi[ngton] Powe[r of Attorney]. Signed by Chas. Washington. Witnessed by M. Frame and Fielding Augusting Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pages. \"Accot. of sales of the Stocks etc. sold at the plantation of the late Mrs. Mary Washington, on the 29th of October 1789.\" Some of the buyers include Charles Carter Jr., Bushrod Washington and Burges[s] Ball. Stock sold includes sheep, oxen, hogs, pigs, horses, cows. Autograph document, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Massachusetts. Letter was written after the visit of George Washington to Boston. Otis writes that Washington's \"... presence has diffused joy amongst all ranks ...\" Autograph letter signed, on fine (laid) paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. Boston. He was fortunate enough to help with preparations for Washington's visit. Describes the planning and the President's visit. Docketed and signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Injunction bond for paying all costs and damages \"that shall be awarded against him [Warner W.]\" in Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington vs. Mills and Co., Injn. Bond,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Has heard nothing from Mr. Bartram regarding plants and shrubs--has been away from N.Y. with President--\"The President will thank you to pay to the Honb. Robt. Morris Esq. livres 32-12-2 being a balance due to Gouvr. Morris Esq. for something which he purchasd in France for the Presid. - and also to know from him (R.M.) the amount of some floor matts and a pr. of blk sattin brot. from India the summer before last in one of Mr. Morris's ships and pay the same\"--find out price of buck wheat and if it can be had on short notice--clover seed has been procured here. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"per Major Jackson,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for loaves of bread for the prisoners. Small slip of paper charred by fire, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall scrap of paper, charred by fire, laminated. For £3.0.0 due from George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e26 shillings discharging Miss Fanny B. Smith's account ... Witnessed by Hannah Washington, Sr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Lancaster. He cannot accept commission of purchasing mares for Genl. W.--his daughter very ill, and cannot go thru country looking for them--Mr. John Miller knows horses and is dependable--perhaps he can undertake the business. Autograph letter, docketed. [See letter from Th. Hartley to G.W., Dec. 7, 1789].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Received his letter after delay--the President has been informed of contents and replies, \"as an act of Providence has interposed to render a complyance with your promise impracticable, he must have further patience\"--he also says clean sound wheat will be taken at his mill in payment and the Alexandria Cash price allowed for it--corn crop poor so would also like to have some if he has it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark, postmarked \"Alex Dec. 18,\" docketed, note in later hand reads \"Above signature seems to be that of George Augustine Washington Son of Charles - who was G.W.'s brother - This presented to MVLA July 3/97 by Mrs. Carrol Mercer Washn. D.C.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. President desires to know prices of buckwheat delevered to Va. in bags, and in barrels--if cheaper there or in back counties of Va.--requests information by next week so he can write Major W. what to do--probably can't be sent down rivers until spring thaws--Mrs. Reinagle, who taught Miss Custis music, to send some music proper for her thru the winter--mentions his approaching marriage. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page docketed. Laminated. This cover came with all the letters to Biddle from Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Lists 13 slaves by name, above 16 years of age, and \"Horses 7.\" Also lists his taxable property in Truro Parish, 1789 as three slaves above 16 years, four horses and a phaeton carriage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. A Tax Bill for the year 1788, directed to Major George Washington, nephew of General Washington, and one time Mount Vernon manager, from Mr. Vernon manager, from Mr. Joseph Powell in the amount of £7.2.2 plus 36 lbs of tobacco.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Received music from Mr. Ranigle -- Send 200 bushels of buckwheat to Mt. Vernon in bags marked G.W. -- compliments of the season from President and Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wants some superfine bolting cloth to be sent to Mt. Vernon-for a reel 9'2\" in length and 5'6\" in circumference -- have cloth chosen by Mrs. Lewis or a skillful miller. Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. [Washington] has written Major [George A.] W-n regarding the bolting cloth--G.W. arranged thru Col. Hartley of Lancaster to have breeding mares sent to Mt. Vernon--money to be paid thru Biddle. Autograph letter signed, docketed by T. Lear \"Jany 17. 1790.\"  Dated incorrectly 1789 in heading, incomplete watermark. Not in Writings; Vol. XXX, p. 507, has footnotes mentioning this letter. Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Jan. 17.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. A draft enclosed, drawn by Samuel Meredith on the Bank of North America for $1066.66 -- to go to the account of the President -- is to pay for breeding mares bought through John Miller and Paul Zantzinger. Autograph letter signed, docketed, corrections added in G.W.'s hand, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. Received his letter and will render any assistance he can for President--is sure an exchange of houses can be accomplished--can treat for any part of furniture which might be wanted--will see Mr. Lear at his home this evening. Autograph letter, in first person, integral cover, docketed by Lear, laminated, watermark.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mr. Macomb.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for 18 shillings in account for Mrs. Betty Lewis, Subscribr. to Revd. Thomas Thornton for year 1789. Autograph document signed, 1 page, fragment, laminated, docketed \"Thos. Garnett [ ] Rect. 18 /\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Major Washington has sent size of bolting cloth now in the mill [see under same date, separate document] -- send by earliest conveyance to Mt. Vernon -- send president's account when convenient. utograph letter signed, docketed, incomplete watermark, [scratched on paper is name \"Polly Long,\" Lear's fiance at this time and later his first wife].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wishes carpet, pea green ground with white flowers or spots -- carpeting would be better than a carpet -- can find no carpet in N. Y. to fit the room, nor good carpeting -- Scotch carpeting is almost only kind to be found there. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, (written on reverse on a cover directed to \"The Secretary of the President of the United States\"). Writings, XXXI, 8-9; Minor variations. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Received President's account -- \"In reply to your wish to know the President's birth day it will be sufficient to observe that is on the 11th of February Old Style - but the almanack Makers have generally set it down opposite to the 11th day of Feby. of the present Style - how far that may go towards establishing it on this day I don't know - but I could never consider it any other ways than stealing as many days from his valuable life as is the difference between the old and the new Style.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for fifty pounds to be paid to George (A.) Washington agent for the President of the U.S.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Happy at receiving her letter and sister Carter's lengthy one -- sorry to hear of illness and deaths among the negroes, \"... Temple in particular as he was a hearty, strong young fellow and arrived at an age when his services might have compensated his master or mistress for the trouble which is attendant on raising young negroes and the expense incurred, previous to their attaining the age of manhood\" -- they have been busy moving the president's household to more commodious quarters -- Mrs. White comes to visit only on public days -- these are crowded occasions -- last evening was at an assembly -- danced with Miss Briscoe -- many there disappointed president and lady didn't attend -- female part glad some of the family appeared -- \"For my own part, I am of so much more consequence here than when at home that I believe I shall never be content anywhere else.\" Post script dated Feb. 27: They have moved into the new house -- unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Mrs. Betty Lewis\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\" Post script dated Feb. 27--They have moved into the new house--unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. They have found a carpet for the room described in last letter -- but obliged to him for looking -- add 200 more bushels of buckwheat to quantity already procured -- can be carried to Va. in bulk, saving expense of bags or barrels -- Capt. Ellwood will do this, using his hogsheads. Autograph letter signed, docketed. Writings, XXXI, 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bearer, Martin Ehler, brings six mares -- two are those he mentioned before -- 4 are those that are described on enclosed list [no list enclosed here] -- one will match black mare purchased earlier. Autograph letter signed, docketed in a later hand, \"Zantzinger horse-dealer to Geo. A. Washington\", incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Received invoice of 200 bushels of buckwheat sent to Mt. Vernon -- omitted answering query on potatoes -- send them by next vessel -- President wants only 100 more bushels of buckwheat instead of 200 because of high price -- carry by bulk to lessen the freight. Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Lancaster. Martin Ehler had to turn back with the mares from Zantzinger -- couldn't cross Susquehanna River -- this adds to expenses he was to be allowed -- hired a helper, George Leonhart, to take the horses down -- gives details of the agreement with Ehler -- sent invoice to George Washington in New York. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lear (?), watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received letters from Zantzinger through Ehler and Leonhart, and the mares came -- they are fatigued but in good shape -- pleased with them -- can't determine the expenses of men's return journey, so asks that Zantzinger pay them return expenses and send invoice to President -- gave them no money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Wrote letter to Mr. Moyston inquiring about a cook who lived with him -- no answer -- sent thru post office -- sends Biddle a copy to hand Mr. Moyston. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends the letter by her husband [John Bassett, Fanny's brother] -- he has been an invalid for a week -- envies her her fine son [G. Fayette Washington] -- mentions Mr. Bassett's death. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [1790] March 30. The writer was daughter of Wm. Burnett Brown of Elsing-Green.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Says Maria likely has the measles. Describes symptoms and treatment. Docketed to Mrs. Washington, Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Simpson leases Washington's \"... fishing landing called Simpsons during the Herring season [for] twelve pounds specie ... also six thousand herrings.\" Simpson also agrees to \"... not permit a horse Waggon Cart or any other Carriage to come within his plantation for the removal of the fish ...\" Document signed, [in pencil \"William Simpson\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 deeds and letters housed within a single envelope, dating April 15, 1790, September 30, 1790, December 20, 1790, June 28, 1850, October 19, 1850, 1852, April 10, 1853, and February 18, 1861.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. His approaching marriage--her unhappiness--had hoped to see her children this summer--her concern over Nelly--fears she will be spoiled by too much attention--\"her Dear Grandmama is too much pleased with the attentions paid to Nelly to judge of their impropriety. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear \"April 12th 1790.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBy this contract, Taylor agrees to act as overseer on Washington's farm in Fairfax County. Taylor is to oversee the slaves' labor; make and repair plows and fences; construct buildings as needed, \"see to the stock of every kind.\" Taylor will \"... provide in due season meal for the Negroes and see it regularly distributed--That he will be very careful of the Negroes--\" Taylor receives 18 lbs. and food and shelter for he and family. Copy of agreement also included, MS-4527\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Representative of Virginia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives, Alexander White writes to \"Dear Madam\" that the President has been sick and confined to bed the past few days. He adds, \"I shall not trouble you with laws of a Political Nature only observe that our Proceeding are so dilatory that I fear spending the greatest part of the summer in this Place.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. Directed by Hon. Capt. Furneval, this letter asks Lewis' interceding in behalf of \"our Old Friend\" to gain an appointment as Postmaster in Baltimore. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis (?) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. P. van Horne.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, signed by Thomas Jefferson, 1 page. Second session of Congress, \"An Act for finally adjusting and satisfying the Claims of Frederick William De Steuben.\" Gives Von Steuben compensation for his services in the war. Approved June 4, 1790.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mr. C[raufurd] cannot set off by the 20th--\"you may thank me for having brought you to Alexa. I think Bushfield and its environs were never intended for the Sphere you (and your charming Washington) were made to move in\"--an admirer of hers [Ann's], a Dr. Clark--when she goes to Rippon Lodge, present her love to Papa and Manna and family--little [Sall] has been very sick with worms--plumbs and figgs which Daniel brought. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Daniel,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript apperas as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received president's account -- questions item dealing with \"Express\" to N.Y. for Dr. Jones -- paid express sent by Col. Cummings to Philadelphia -- have Mr. Hare send best porter to Mt. Vernon in preparation for President's visit -- Mrs. Washington wants blue and white cups and saucers to match china at Mt. Vernon -- thanks for congratulations on his (Lear's) marriage. Autograph letters signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letters enclosing accounts of George Washington's for coach hire and for porter sent to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Hare -- give prices of silver plated \"waiters\" (serving trays) in Philadelphia -- some have japanned bottoms and a silver plated rim of open work round them -- have any vessels from India brought fine muslins cheap? Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by (Lear?), incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Received her letter by Mr. Garnett and one from brother George--her indisposition--hopes to be in Va. within a month--Congress hopes to be able to adjourn by then--G.W. very well, as is Mrs. W.--hopes locket she requested has reached her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [c.1790] July 11.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Keep silver waiter (serving tray) until called for -- they can be made more cheaply in N.Y. -- order Mrs. Washington 2 dozen tea cups and saucers and some slop bowls to match in blue and white china -- send them to Mt. Vernon -- send her some patterns of plain India Jaquinett muslin from which to choose -- will forward a draft next week. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings, XXXI, 70. One major variation in number of cups and saucers to buy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Receipt for one quarter's wages ending June 30, £14.0.0. Autograph document signed, small slip, docketed, Receipt No. 24, charred by fire. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Osborne.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Encloses draft for £200 on Bank of North America to go to President's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Send 3 dozen tea cups and saucers and 2 dozen coffee cups and saucers and bowls -- if cannot get blue and white, then get the enamel mentioned in Biddle's letter -- Mrs. Washington sends muslin patterns -- send prices on any like them -- send price of white lead ground in oil and also painters oil fit for immediate use -- will be sent to Mt. Vernon from Philadelphia or New York, whichever is cheaper. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by [Lear]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received 2 pieces of muslin -- Mrs. Washington has kept one and the other is returned. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, (written on reverse of a cover directed to the President of the United States of America), broken black seal, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Clarifies order of 3 dozen china cups and saucers for Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letter enclosing bill for china sent to Mt. Vernon -- President sets out for Mt. Vernon probably in 8 or 10 days after Congress adjourns -- he would not like any more parade than is necessary to gratify the people, any more is most fatiguing to him -- are any ships bound for London from Philadelphia and what accommodations are available? Autograph letter signed, draft, torn, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Send by Mr. Robert Lewis, the bearer, an English-German dictionary for George Washington's German gardener -- George Washington in Rhode Island -- will leave New York for Virginia about first of September. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for Bailey's English and German Dictionary at £2.5.0. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"No. 256 Receipt Charles Cist £2.5 19th Augt. 1790\" and \"Acct. for a Dictionary Augt. 19. 1790.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages, docketed. Agreement for Peter Cockrell to work for George A. Washington for one year. Signed by Peter Cockrell and J. Packett.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. New York. Received bill and receipt for German-English dictionary -- please keep [silver?] waiter (serving tray) there until remove to Philadelphia -- President reaches Philadelphia about September 3 -- engage lodgings at Mrs. Mary House's [at 5th and Market St.] in Philadelphia for George Washington and family and stables for horses at Jacob Hiltzhimers -- if lodging not available there, then at city tavern -- gives proposed itinerary of President's trip to Philadelphia -- plea for no more parade and ceremony than necessary -- he (Lear) will remain in New York a few more days -- gives number of rooms needed for those in President's party, and delineates who is in the group (including 2 maids, 4 white servants and 4 black servants). Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Draft. New York. President left this morning and will be in Philadelphia on Thursday -- he has sent Mrs. Washington's trunk and an extra harness by stage to Philadelphia in Biddle's care to be sent to Alexandria by water -- Harness wrapped in rough cloth for protection -- he will pay expenses in New York -- direct any letter to him for they will come free during President's absence. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings XXXI, 109 fn. Postscript added to this draft copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed \"Timothy Pickering\" to Oliver Phelps. Pickering, appointed by President Washington as commissioner to the Iroquois, is writing to merchant and land speculator Oliver Phelps in response to the Pine Creek killings, in which two Seneca Indians were murdered in a dispute with the sons of John Walker, a man whom the Seneca claimed to have scalped and murdered several years prior. Pickering writes of Washington's \"utter abhorrence\" of the killings. He has sent Pickering to meet with the relations of the murdered Seneca men.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Tenders his thanks for their offer of services, but he and Mrs. Lear will reside with President -- expects to leave New York by October 1 -- will engage 2 packets to carry freight to Philadelphia -- asks Biddle to inquire for him -- many overcharge the President -- papers may be forwarded to Mt. Vernon -- received letter from President on particulars of alterations in home -- thinks Mr. Robt. Morris will be moved by 25th Sept., and President's furniture can be moved in then -- Biddle's drafts will be honored. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. War department. Concerns allowance to invalids.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sends letter by Dr. Stuart who is on way to Williamsburg -- President and Mrs. Washington have been home 10 days -- George Washington \"looks better than I expected to see him, but still there are traces in his countinance of His two last severe illnesses, which I fear will never wear off.\" -- they stay until middle of November -- little son has been ill. Date on letter appears to be 1791, but internal and external evidence confirm 1790 as date of composition. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, mistakenly dated in heading 1791, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Frances Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Sept. 21.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Martha Custis [Martha Washington's niece] writes out a song for Mr. Snow. A notation in another hand, \"Received inclosed from Mrs. Stuart in Sept. 1790.\" Date on original catalog card appears c. 1790 [September].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Capt. Alberson brought his (Biddle's) letter -- discusses expensive price wanted by Alberson for hire of his vessel, and whether arrangements with him included cabin passage -- will start loading Tuesday and sail by end of week -- please engage lodgings for Mrs. Lear and himself at Mrs. House's or elsewhere near the President in Philadelphia until furniture arrives. Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete (crown).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Print document with notations. Baltimore. Bill for 1 oz. Nutmegs at 6 shillings from Andrew Aitken, apothecary and druggist. Autograph document signed, partly printed bill, laminated, docketed \"H. Washington 6/.\" Receipted by Andr. Aitken.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Please send the \"little Matter between us\" for Nells [ ] and the muslin--in very great need of it--also send sugar, none at all in this part of the Country. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed (not decipherable), laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 115 barrels of corn \"bot of Mr. Chas. Carter from Mrs. Washingtons Estate.\" Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, signed by John Aston for Thos Gamill, re Mary Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Received money, muslin adn sugar by Peter--returns muslin--apologizes for asking her for the money, but she owed it and was being pestered for it--she owes Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington] and \"yourself\" for spice mortar and \"skeleton--outside and curtain of a bonnett\"--hears from Mama [Christian Blackburn] that Polly [Blackburn] has several dance partners--she will be unable to come to [Alexandria] this winter but hopes to see [Ann] and Mr. Wn here shortly--sends some Spanish potatoes and apples--has Judith [Blackburn] increased her family?--send a bushel of cranberries--[Betty ?] Grayson not at home according to custom with the Miss Warings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"by Peter,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Her Mamma and Sister [Christian Blackburn and Polly Blackburn] pleased at their receiption at Mr. Campbell's, and also at plays--to have tea at Mr. Caton's where Polly will probably perform on harpsichord--write about her Fredericksburg excursion--. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"By Peter\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]90 Oct. 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLottery tickets. 4 printed tickets to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, each ticket having on the back the name of one of John Basset's children, A[nna] M[aria], John, Virginia, and William; Wm. was born Oct. 10, 1790, and a lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. A scrap of paper with the name \"Mr. Bassett\" serves as a cover. Date on original catalog card appears [1790 ?][Oct.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter -- wrote letters to him and friend from Fredericksburg, to go by a county representative to the assembly -- best way to send letters to him is by post or a friend -- postmasters are more particular in sending letters addressed to our family than they are of others -- sick family at Mt. Vernon -- Bassett's sister and brother had visited and brought influenza -- Lewis and others leave Mt. Vernon on 22nd for Philadelphia. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed in pencil by (?), watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Bill for 1 box superior Hyson tea amounting to £20.18.9. Autograph document signed, fragment laminated, docketed twice, once by Lear, \"No. 257 Receipt Jno. Barnes £20.18.9 22nd Novr. 1790,\" and Rect. Jno. Barnes Novr. 22. [1]790 £20.18.9\", incomplete watermark. Receipted at same time by John Barnes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bladensburg. Retained copy to Holmes regarding a lease of Holmes' land (location not specified) to Mrs. Betty Washington Lewis. Robert Lewis encloses several letters referring to this transaction. Mrs. Lewis has paid the first year's rent.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Hasn't written her because he hasn't been successful in complying with her requests regarding chesnuts and sale of her colt--will try to sell colt at sale in a few days--intends being at Bushfield soon to attend Mr. Washington's sale--Judy sends love. Autograph letter signed, fragment of a separate cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[0] Dec. 6.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address label.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne card. Engraved card of invitation from General Knox's wife with decorative border: \"Mrs. Knox presents Compts. to Mr. Lewis and requests the Honor of his Company on Wednesday Evening the '2nd of Febry', Janry 25th 91. The favor of an Answer is desired. Sold by Burton No. 14 Capel Street. Date on original catalog card appears 17[91] Jan. 25. Partly printed with blanks filled in by hand, card size.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding legacy left her [probably by her brother Geo. Wm. Fairfax, who died in 1787 in England] -- a bond given -- doesn't desire more land in Culpeper, Virginia -- has some which she has been unable to sell -- smallpox breaking out here -- \"Bob shou'd be careful of his cloaths.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Letter Mrs. H. Washington about her husbands Bond\",\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Han. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 Jan. 30.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. For £2.0.0, an account of wages due from the President -- receipt in hand of George Augustine Washington. Document, small charred fragment, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., Receipt No. 299.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £4.4. for [Seine ?] twine. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"Recpt. No. 266, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Buchan Patton and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Account for £0.5.3 for mending a plow, mending strap of a swingel tree, making plow bridel bits, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"J.B. Steels Bills for 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For 3 lbs. seine twine for 0.7.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of P. Prather, fragment, docketed \"No. 267,\" etc., laminated. Receipted by P. Prather for B. Patton and Co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £2.12.6 for 21 bushels of oats sold to Tobias Lear. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Edmund Penin[gton] and signed by him, mutilated, laminated, docketed \"Edwd. Barr[in]g[ton] 23d March 91 2.12.6,\" and Receipt No. 269 Edwd. Barrington £2.12.6 23d March 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Order to pay Alexander Smith £80. Witnessed by Wm. Wilson. Receipted by Alexander Smith April 8, 1791. Docketed same date. Document, silked, fragment, docketed, receipt 270.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Requests [Ann] to get some white ribbon for her at Perrin's store-will pay him herself--they expect [Ann and Bushrod Washington] for dinner on Tuesday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 April 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Bill for making some ruffles, ruffled caps, etc.[?]. Autograph document, signed by \"femme le Chal\", fragment, laminated, docketed twice \"No. 274 Receipt Mr. Chal £1.16.0, 10th June 1791\" and \"Rect. Mr. Chal 1.16.0 June 10th 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor tuition of Geo. [Washington Parke] Custis of £1.7.6. Partly printed document filled in by James Clement and signed by him, docketed twice \"Rect. for Master Custis July 1 1791, 1.7.[6,]\" and \"No. 275 Receipt James Clement £1.7.6, 1 July 1791.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Unable to write because of extreme illness -- very weak -- he and Fanny and children go to Berkeley -- they will remain for a while, but business will bring him back soon -- has account from Mr. Wilson -- had boots made for Burgess and will send them by his father when he comes. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Alex July 4\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Receipt for making a door \"for the ice house of the President.\" This was for the Robert Morris house in Philadelphia and it is noted that Mr. Morris declined paying it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Alexandria. For £22.10.6, to be applied in discharge of the President's and his taxes. Document, charred fragment, laminated, docketed \"Lodged in their Hands to be applied to the settlement of County [ ] parish Levies.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fairfield. Deals primarily with settlement of account and Bond -- Mr. Washington is from home and is his father's other executor -- account against Mrs. Bushrod and herself in regard to furniture -- legacies left by her brother [George Wm. Fairfax] -- obliged for news of her sister Fairfax [Sally Cary Fairfax]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Washington relinquishes a former contract in which Tiffin leased Washington's land for 30 lbs. per year. Tiffin agrees to \"... surrender possession [of the tract]--to give up all claim to the wheat now growing on the plantation and to put in all the ground now in Buck wheat and some small spots adjoining in potatoes and Hemp with Rye ...\" Memorandum of an agreement. Signed by Peter Cockrell, for George Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Agreement for Washington to pay Cockrell one-seventh of the crop yield for acting as overseer \"on his plantation in Berk[e]ley County which will be formed of that which he now occupies and that which Doct. Tiffin resides ...\" Cockrell to care for Negroes, stock, and tools on plantation. Witnessed by Samuel Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends letter and garlick by Gen. Roberdeau--leaves cherries and gooseberries for her--they have taken passage to Barbados--go to Mr. Craufurd's [at Greenwood Md.] to stay until sailing time--Polly's [Blackburn] cough worse--glad [Ann] likes new house--Polly asks for great coat to be sent. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed (Honord by General Robertdeau,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1792] Sept.[20?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount for £1.10.6 for smith work, including making \"3 keys for The Staples and ox yoks,\" making knives, putting huks on a locket, putting heels to 2 colters, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"[ ]mber 9,\" badly charred by fire.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Lisbon. Humphreys was a Revolutionary War hero from Conn. and writer of the \"Hartford Wit.\" He writes to G. Washington's secretary, T. Lear, of his life in Portugal. Sends messages to G. Washington and members of his family. Autograph letter, signed \"D. Humphreys.\" Docketed by Lear on the blank final page--\"From Col. Dav. Humphreys.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Clay receives payment for piling 14 cords of wood. Witnessed by H. West. Probably for President Washington's household. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Budd agrees to rent from Washington \"the House he now occupies-- my property in Alexandria\" for forty shillings/month. Agreement in force from October 1, 1791, to April 1, 1792.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. \"For President's use,\" Coe has supplied various brushes to George Washington's steward, Sam Fraunces. Document signed, docketed, burned. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Francis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList. 2 pages. Rates quality of houses, miles traveled, and ferriage charges. In unknown hand, docketed, \"Believed to be in Genl. Washington's handwriting;\" laminated. This was perhaps done at the time of George Washington's visit to Charleston in 1791.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript account book of Robert Lewis, rental agent for the President of the United States, 1791-1798.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 25 pages. Corn account, 1791 for Muddy Hole and the other plantations--corn ground and oats to be planted in 1792, no. of acres per plantation--account of cattle sold, oxen sold, 1791, 1792--seed sown in 1792 in timothy and clover--account of farm and harvesting activities (sides of leather) Oct. 1791--account of seeds and grain in greenhouse loft, Nov. 1791--gardener's account, pork, beef, midlings, quart of rum--amounts of clover and timothy seed needed, bushels per plantation--amount on hand, 1792--mill farm no. of feet of planks, 1791, lbs. of beef mutton, bacon and rum--Nov. 22, 1791, finished the mill--account of hogs, 1791--potato account, 1791--turnips account--4 1/2 doz. candles made--tools delivered--Aug. 1792 del. one barrel of herrings, lbs. of mutton Thos. Green, Gray, monies received--monies expended since the absence of Major Washington, Dec. 15--several pp. of accts. of white workers about Mt. V.: Thomas Mahoney, (house carpenter and joiner), Thomas Green (carpenter), Joseph Davenport (called miller), William Garner, Daniel the Dutchman, tools for Hiland Crow, Boyd for making shoes. All these are dated 1791. Autograph document, silked, entitled \"Muddy Hole Plantation\", not bound, but with bound vols., watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSingle blank sheet with GW watermark and note regarding the watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipts for hay for the President. 7 partly printed documents, various sizes on verso. The central document is an agreement/receipt between Tobias Lear and William Crouch, the hay dealer. Document is in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge, signed by Lear and witnessed by Dandridge. 4 papers are weight slips for a load of hay naming the buyer as \"Mr. President\" or \"Mr. Washington.\" 2 slips are receipted invoices signed by William Crouch to Lear for 100 bales of rye straw.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTicket to Ball to be held [in Alexandria] on Feb. 13 to celebrate Birth Night of President. Names of managers printed at bottom. Small piece of stiff paper, printed, name filled in by hand, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cuyler writes from New York describing celebration of George Washington's birthday. \"... this day is the Anniversary of the hero of America, ships are decorated, guns fired, and publick buildings illuminated ...\" Mentions seeing [Samuel?] Shaw and that Shaw \"has dined with the President and Jefferson ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Philadelphia. For coopers work on tubs. Possibly for President Washington's household. Document, fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Receipt for payment of \"forty dollars on acct. of the President of the United States.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Peyton agrees to pay Washington \"four shillings/thousand Virginia currency, for two hundred thousand Herrings, to be caught at his Landing (commonly call'd Simpsons)...\" Washington is not to furnish a House for curing the fish.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Returned in December from \"a winter campaign\" -- asks pardon for not sending down the Phaeton Box and apron sooner -- wish him success in his business for the President -- Mr. Muse would not apply for money not due him, so President says give him money on proper explanation -- perhaps he hadn't finished last year's collection -- greetings from Fanny extended. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by R. Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Captain Carhart's charges for freight \"of Sundrys to Alexandria\". Various boxes, tubs, and bundles listed and \"2 plowshears.\" Possibly for President Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Chides her for not writing--let her know whether she received smelling bottle--\"your nephew\" can walk, talk, and has cut teeth--she expects another child--tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] the news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, part of a watermark, directed \"Favor Mr. [Tracey ?\"]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]92 May 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Scolds her for not writing--glad to hear Polly [Blackburn] is better--she has been sick herself and is afraid she will have to wean her \"sweet boy\"--plan to come see her soon--send one of her people over with a pot and ingredients for yellow pickles and she will send back some young geese. Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Thomas Newton for Cowper and Sexton to George Augustine Washington. Receipt for 10,000 3 foot shingles for Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For the President of the United States. Bill for glass jar, stone jar, china plates, blue edge salad dishes, black tea pots, chambers, basins, and tumblers. Total due 13.0.0. Receipted by Ann Gallagher. Docketed \"for glass and china\" November 10, 1792. Autograph document, laminated, faded and charred by fire, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Ann Gallagher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Mr. P. Lyons Jr. in Richmond, who does business for John Hopkins, gave for the President some public papers \"which had been funded by you\" -- requests the receipt which was given at the time for the certificates -- please forward it since you must have it. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Not in Writings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Has a violent fever--Nell has finished the shift body--send word as to what to have her do now. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Honord by N. Craufurd Esqr.,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Receipt for Genl. Washington £105.0.0 Va Currency 1 Oct. 1792,\" laminated, incomplete watermark. Bearer is Mr. [Anthony] Whitting, the President's manager, who is to receive the money due from Lyles's bond to President. See under same date, receipt by A. Whitting for $350.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Fraunces, steward of George Washington's household, bought 10 pair of hose for £2.5.0 from Jacob Cox. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox. Small fragment of paper, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 337. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For President Washington. £4.9.10 1/2 for household items, including whisk broom, vineer'd cloathes brush, white wash brush, dusters, dairy brushes, hearth brushes, and paint brushes. Autograph document, charred, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 339. Receipted by Richard Coe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Incloses letter from President - [Washington's] gracious reception of Buchan's present of the Wallace Box - his kind reception of Robertson himself-President sat for him-his success in this country-sends [miniature] of GW by first opportunity. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Arch. Robertson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her reluctance at parting from her--Tayloe is married. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For £8.10.6 for barrels of sweet potatoes. Made out to Samuel \"Francis,\" the steward of George Washington's house in New York City. Autograph document, laminated, faded and torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Philadelphia. £2.14.0 for 54 w of venison. Torn and charred by fire, laminated, docketed Receipt No. 340, watermark . Receipted by John Cnoff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne piece. Small printed note, watermark (RP, and FR).By law of this date currency was issued based on the land seized by the Republic. This note reads \"Domaines nationaux. Assignat de dix livres, payable au porteur ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Boston. Informal ltr. about his activities since leaving his hosts in Georgetown ... Smith is a Scottish merchant soon to sail for London, India, and China and return to America hoping then to find business prosperous enough to settle here ...Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo tickets. Two lottery tickets for Peregrine Fitzhugh's Property and Cash Lottery. Signed by Peregrine Fitzhugh, tickets Nos. 2959, 2960 (both tickets on same scrap of paper). The text reads \"This ticket entitles the bearer to such prize as may be drawn against its number; subject to no deduction.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Baltimore. Gustavus Scott writes to an unidentified recipient that a Mr. Chase is interested in purchasing Lots No. 20 and 21 near a parcel of land called Belle Hatch or Lux's Land.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lewis has no objection to a road through some of GW's land in Jefferson County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Barbados. Polly still in poor health--doctor pronounces it Catarrel and gives her bark and steel--they will sail to Charles Town in Carolina and return to Va. from there--Genl. Williams here for health--Judd's twins--staying with Mr. Applewaite and wife, Virginians--place is elegant--has had her hair cut--has a parrot and muslin frock for Kitty Blackburn--intends to bring children all something--Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] and Sally [Sarah Blackburn Craufurd] haven't written--Major [G. A.] Washington's illness--glad she likes Richmond so well. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn\". Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Feb. 24.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Barbados. Received his and Nancy's [Blackburn Washington's] letters--had dispaired of hearing from friends in Va.--encloses letter to Nancy from her mother [Christian Blackburn]--have taken passage to S. Carolina--expects \"our Friend Colo. [Wm.] Washington will take us by the Hand if we get to Charles Town.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (C. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Mr. Thomas Bowen requested information through Gallatin on the person who administered on the estate of Mr. George Harrison, formerly of near Alexandria -- President sends following information [evidently inserted in original but missing from this draft]. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Asks Trenton, N.J. merchant Abraham Hunt questions on the President's behalf about colt owned by Mr. Baker -- he seems to suit President's purposes -- head and neck of Mr. Hamilton's horse not well shaped -- Mr. Phillips' horse too expensive. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with corrections in G.W.'s hand, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn account of numbers of fish (shad and herring) sold, to whom supplied and price--hauling charges--cover has rough notes on amounts of rum drawn out of Hhds. and summary of fish accounts for the year. 5 double sheets with cover of old wallpaper, sewed together, laminated, partly in hand of Anth. Whitting, mutilated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as 1793 Mar. 26-Ap. [19].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Just arrived from Barbados--[Polly Blackburn] was better when they left island but cold weather and dampness have made her worse again--they have done all they can for her--remain in Charles Town until May 1. Autograph letter signed, fragment of cover laminated to letter, marked \"Favd. by Mr. Thomson,\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1793] Mar. 26.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To Frederick Green, printer, Annapolis. Run enclosed advertisement in the newspaper 'Maryland Gazette' for the President \"until the Charges thereof amount to Two Dollars\" -- Daniel Grant has the money and will send it as soon as a conveyance is to be had. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by B. Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To James Angell, printer, Baltimore. Encloses advertisement which President \"now in this town\" wants inserted in the 'Maryland Journal' newspaper for 3 weeks. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Mar. 30.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him DeBarth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment ... please answer by messenger ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Association has a draft of the same letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him De Barth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment -- please answer by the messenger. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Has been very ill from taking the wrong medicine--\"my sweet little cherub\" Thomas B. [Craufurd]--tell her little girls she has missed them--send half a yd. of velvet ribbon for Bracelets. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Receipt for £15.15.0 for 420 bushels of lime \"for the President of the United States.\" Document signed, fragment, burned by fire, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), Receipt No. 383.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Declaration sent to Europe now out of De Barth's hands, so President sends duplicate, and De Barth must sign it with witnesses -- President does not question his integrity or honor because of his inability to pay the agreed upon money, for he knows unsettled conditions in France -- also De Barth readily canceled contract to buy land when he was unable to keep it. Autograph letter initial S, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mary [Polly Blackburn] is better--Dr. Tracey advises leaving unhealthy climate, and will go to mountains--come to C. Dale instead of R[ippon] Lodge, for \"your Mama, my Mama\" and [Polly ?] will be there--find a music teacher for Kitty [Catherine Blackburn] in Richmond. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Dumfries, June [ ].\" Two postscripts follow, one from M. E. [Polly] B[lackburn] and one from Sarah Scott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGreenwood. Wishes to see her uncle Bushrod and Aunt Nancy [Ann]--invites them to come see how much little Tommy [Craufurd] has grown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Craufurd. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [June 28]. [postscript to letter of same date, Sarah Blackburn Craufurd to Ann Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Transmits at President's request papers dealing with Colville estate -- Requests transcripts of some accounts dealing with Colville's estate. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. The horses will await her at Fredericksburg on the 25th--Mary [Polly]much the same--she will try Mrs. Mason's preparation of tar--family well--bring side saddle with her. Autograph letter signed, separate cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Philadelphia.Regarding Thomas Colville's estate -- received copies of accounts -- received enclosed draught on Col. Hooe -- asks Keith to transmit copy of accounts, to know balance due on Colville's estate -- President thinks Commissioners' decision on compensation to him just. Autograph letter signed, draft, initial S, docketed by Dandridge ?, G.W.'s watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Is on her way from Bath--Polly [Blackburn] is better--left Papa [Th. Blackburn] at Sulpher Springs--Polly wishes to go to Greenwood. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1793 ?] Aug. 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Polly Blackburn in the West Indies. Hopes she is well--likes Richmond--intends to live with Aunt Nancy \"till I'm as big as you - and longer, if I can't be married.\" Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [c. Aug.].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her leaving them has left a void in their lives--[Ann] must come up to District Court with Mr. [Bushrod] W.--exhorts her not to give way to immoderate grief over loss [of sister Polly Blackburn]--her children continue sick--will obtain pattern for [Ann]--Mama [Christian Blackburn] will send down Kitty's spelling book and Jenny B.'s bonnet and great coat--hopes [Ann] will be restored to perfect health--Mother's [Christian Blackburn] spirits are better but fears she'll never really be the same. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Sept. 14,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her to continue taking her medicine--Natt and Sally Craufurd ill with fever--hear nothing from [Nathaniel] Craufurd--she herself is unwell not in body but in the mind--glad Mr. Blair has taken Kitty [As a pupil] and hopes she will apply herself. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Sept. 19. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Sally [Craufurd] afflicted still with ague and fever and hysterics--Anny very ill, and Tommy [Blackburn] has ague and fever at Annapolis and Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] sick at Alexandria--Papa [Thomas Blackburn] will send cows down to her--glad Kitty [Blackburn] is in school--is Jenny in school? Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. She has been very sick--apologizes for not being able to get the calicoe for her--doesn't know whether she will be able to come down Christmas --leaves Sally with grandmother [Christian Blackburn]--did [Ann] carry music book and did Kitty [Blackburn] carry her brown stuff petticoat?--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd ill--Sally Forrest lost her child. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Thanks for caps edging and calicoe--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] ill with ague and fever--they have all been sick--Mr. Craufurd has gone home--he will pay for necklace and locket--cautions her against excess of grief--they are trying without success to get [Ann] a servant. Autograph letter signed, laminated, cover laminated to letter, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries Oct [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge Leaves for home day after tomorrow--leaves Mamma [Christian Blackburn] with health much improved--hopes [Ann's] health and spirits are improved, must submit to their great loss [death of Polly Blackburn]--gossip of family and friends--bundle [Ann] sent hasn't come to hand yet--if she can't come Xmas, will send a packet. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Read of Howell Lewis 18/Shillings on acct of my [missing word] the service of the President U. S. James Butler. Document signed, torn edge, docketed by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Has returned [home]--little Nat [Craufurd] still has ague, but is improved--Robert Scott is a fine young man and will be fine acquisition to [Ann's] fireside--admonishes her to raise her spirits. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Papa [Thomas Blackburn] has had attack of St. Antoney's fire in his face but is much better--had letter from [Sarah Craufurd] and her family all sick--hopes Mr. [Bushrod] Washington is over his indisposition. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Letter goes as far as Alex. by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd who goes to races--Mr. C. will go to R[ippon] at Christmas time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, part of cover laminated to letter, directed to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Alex 7 Nov.\", incomplete watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends by Mr. Ben Orr the patterns and padlock--Brother [Richard S. Blackburn] goes to Richmond but too cold for little Jane [Blackburn] to go--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will bring her later--dined at Mr. Graham's, pleasant company there--Mrs. Barnes has recovered her senses--Mr. Orr went without letter, so sends it by stage and sends other things by Brother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, cover marked \"Intended to have been sent by Mr. Ben Orr. S.C.\", and \"Stage.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Col. Washington will please pay John Drake on demand £7.9. ... Washington's acceptance is written below the order and dated Jan. 1, 1794.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Apologies for long delay in writing--insists that has thought often of her and her family and connections and happy hours spent with them--consolations on death of her sister [Polly Blackburn ?]--sorry he hasn't been able to visit Greenwood--hasn't established residence yet, but prefers southern states. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John.\" Date does not appear on original catalog card.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from Pollard, clerk of Hanover County, Va., for services rendered to David Stuart, administrator of John Parke Custis, deceased. Amount 104 cents.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Her few lines served as a cordial at a time when she needed them--is sending a parcel by Mr. Herbert of Alexa. who goes by stage--happy to hear she goes to G. dale--has a good opinion of healthy air there--will try to come to her--very anxious over her health--sends gingerbread and almond cakes--unable to find comb and brush for her in Richmond--sends pincushions she made--asks after the family--intends to translate a novel for her. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes them a happy new year--thanks for Xmas gifts exchanged--asks her to send more work [sewing ?] for her to do--is glad to let her have any money she needs--neighbor, Mrs. Contee's death--her children--spent a dull Christmas, despite company--send pattern of drawn handkerchiefs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked by hand \"Jany 1,\" watermarked \"J. Whatman.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Apologies for his apparent neglect of his sister -- his health is good, but he has been very busy -- several planned visits have been thwarted -- will come shortly -- \"I should be happy to have my good old lady (who has been very sick) with me,\" but lacks another horse for carriage. Dated January 17th 1793 in heading, but docketed by Fanny B. Washington as \"From Mr. J. Bassett, January 17th 1794.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed 1794 by Fanny B. Washington, mistakenly dated 1793 in heading. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[4] Jan. 17.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Invites Mr. Lear to dinner on the following Sunday to meet Lord Sheffield, Whitehall. Docketedwith seal to Mr. Lear No. 33 Surry Street.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Sends letter to George Town to be posted by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd--disappointed she has gone back to [Richmond], wants her to spend summer with her--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] in poor health--her anxiety over him--her children--glad of [Ann's] good reports on Sally. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"[G]eorge Town February 19th,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rhode Island. \"... I am very happy to find you are going to celebrate the President's birth in such stile ...,\". Autograph letter signed, docketed, stamped, seal, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends wagon full of things for her; cabinet, flowers, berries, etc.--sends two cows also--sends butter--will go down [to Richmond?] in March with Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[Ann's] brother [Richard S. Blackburn] still in Philadelphia idling his time, and his family under poor management--sends gifts to Kitty [Blackburn] as an encouragement to improve her writing--sends petticoats to be altered for Kitty. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Unable to procure two books [Ann] had commissioned him to get--Brother Richard still in Phila., and shows no inclination to go home. Autograph letter signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. They have purchased a horse, so she needn't send one up--[Christian Blackburn] and Aunt Brown will set out for Richmond early next month--he himself intends to go down about the first of May. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Written at the President's direction thanking him for information about box shipped by Mr. Lear and letter forwarded from Lear -- asks Greenleaf to direct his friend in New York to send the box to Philadelphia, taking care to convey it safely as it contains glass -- President wishes him to call when he comes to Philadelphia to receive a sum of money on Mr. Lear's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge and in a later hand \"Written on Genl Washington's watermarked paper,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. President is busy reading a number of bills this afternoon -- will Mr. Greenleaf call at 8:00 tomorrow for breakfast instead of visiting this evening? Written in 3rd person, integral cover, docket, G.W.'s watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date from docketing; on original catalog card appears as [1794][June 5] Thursday 1/2 past 2 o'clock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAfter returning from a surveying expedition in Reading Pennsylvania, Andrew Elliott wrote this scathing letter to Thomas Mifflin about Washington's policies relating to Native Americans.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Sends Rutherford the desired information on Mr. Mien -- enclosed were copies of 2 letters from a member of Congress from Maryland, which Rutherford can trust -- the President has little time to spend on such requests. Autograph letter signed, Contemporary copy(?), docketed, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distressed over [Ann's] health--advises her to go to Norfolk as doctor advises--will see her at R[ippon] Lodge in Aug. and go with her to Sulphur Springs or Uncle [Elzey ?]--mustn't stay in \"that sickly hole Richmond\"--promise not to tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] of her illness--will bring her two little boys down to cheer up [Ann's] health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"4 July '94,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Concern over [Ann's] health--denies she and her husband enjoy scandal, but rest of Prince George [County, Md.] does--comments on uncertain conveyance of mail by stage--desires her to bring her hat to her [at Rippon Lodge] when she comes--talks of her neighbors who enquire after [Ann]--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] very ill with ague and fever--will meet her at R[ippon] Lodge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"July 11,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 1 page. Board of Agriculture, Whitehall. If Sir John Sinclair sends a set of the Reports, transmitted to the Board of Agriculture giving accounts of husbandry in counties of the Kingdom, will Mr. Peacey revise them, thus contributing to improvement of agriculture? Autograph letter, in 3rd person.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Henry Lee of Richmond is \"held and firmly bound unto Bushrod Washington his Executors,\" etc. for sixteen hundred pounds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Longs to see her--sends Frank down for her and the little girls--lose no time in coming. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distress over Frank's return without her, and especially over her indisposition--hopes she will be able to come back with Mr. Craufurd on Sunday--sends letter which Frank went off and forgot--Nat [Nathaniel Craufurd, Jr.] very ill--he desires Aunt Nancy [Ann] will bring him plumbs and cake--much obliged for the books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Aug. 11,\" and instructions in S. Craufurd's hand, \"Mr. Brundige will be so kind as to send these letters for Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Washington as soon as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. The Exchange, Fauquier County. He, wife and sick children are at the Exchange for healthy air -- hasn't written or heard from her since recent trip to Mt. Vernon -- will try to visit again shortly -- encloses letter from Mrs. Bassett. [See letter of Aug. 15, 1794, B.C. Bassett to Frances Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, and redirected cover, docketed by F. Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Mrs. Trutton (?) is moving from Mrs. Washington's house, hasn't paid rent due -- she has rented, or sublet, the rest of her time there to Mr. Dobbin, who agrees to stay there for some time if she will agree to paint and stop the roof leaks. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Fanny Washington, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fauquier. Tells of illness of husband John and children -- dangers as they traveled along road to Fauquier, pursued by mad hog -- mentions 4 children. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. B.\" [Enclosed with letter of Aug. 13, 1794, John Bassett to Frances Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  2 pages. Eltham. Bettsy [wife?] has been very ill all summer, but has lately been revived by the copious use of wine and bark -- advises Fanny not to go to town in middle of summer, because of ague and fever -- brother John and family went up country to Mr. Robert Lewis's for their health -- Mrs. Lyons ill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Frances Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Burwell Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: the estate of Col. Richard Henry Lee ... comments on general distribution of the estate ... suggests that either he (WAW) or Corbin W-n undertake the guadianship of Cassius and Francis Lee ... both to be sent to Georgetown Academy for the time being. Autograph letter signed, integral cover addressed to W.A.W. Haywood. Name on original manuscript appears as \"William A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To Reverend George Smith, Minister at Galston, Scotland. Encloses letters answering Smith's queries to the President relating to affairs of Wm. Hunter, Jr. deceased. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, watermark (J.G.C.). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Ill health and business prevented his going to visit her or even writing -- he is even unable to return to Mr. Robert Lewis's [The Exchange, Fauquier County] for Mrs. Bassett -- expresses affection for Fanny and her children, telling her they have an \"excellent pattern\" in her, while she has \"the best of guides, an amiable and benevolent heart.\" Autograph letter signed, separate cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. This letter will introduce an old acquaintance--hopes she is riding out on horseback by now--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] has no return [of her illness]. Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark incomplete (part of quartered shield). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, to Joseph Litty [?], 1794 October 22. John D. Blanchard to Enoch Skinner, 1794 October 23. Receipt, The escort troop of horse for the prisoners to Philadelphia to John Dickey, 1794 October 23. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to Samuel Thompson, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Marshall David Lenox to George Smith, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Captain Blanchard and Company to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to John Morrison, 1794 October 27. Receipt, Samuel Wheeler and David C. Claypoole to Philip Sossler and Mary Sossler, 1794 October 27. Receipt, received of Arthur Price, 1794 October 28. Receipt, Captain Blanchard to J. Hake [?], 1794 October 28. Receipt, Jonathan Miller, 1794 October 29\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eN.S. 1 page. \"The Hide sent I allow you Six shillings for. but as I do not know what sort of Leather will best suit you. I wish you to call yourself \u0026amp; make choise. or send a person for you.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. She couldn't write from Geo. Town because Sally Forrest's child was ill whole time she was there-don't bother sending old Anabella, for she has decided to have Mrs. Brown [as midwife]--her 3 servant girls will all lay in soon so she will be almost without servants--looks forword to seeing her at end of next month--her children send love--Mr. Tracy is here and [offers her his piano forte ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Glad to hear of her returning health--will come soon to visit her at her new abode--will try to execute her commissions--tell [daughter Sally] she shall have a new frock with sash and pocketbook--Mr. Walker brought them all gifts from Phila.--old Mrs. Craufurd dead--\"Our uncle\" in Geo. Town has very elegant furnishings--will accompany her there for visit in Spring--send some books for Mr. [Nathaniel] Craufurd to read while she is lying in--direct [letters] by stage near Bladensburg as most certain way. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. They are well--mortified Papa [Th. Blackburn] didn't come to see them on his trip to George Town--hasn't received letter he wrote--will look for her at end of month--news of neighbors--Mrs. Craufurd died. Autograph letter signed, separate piece of cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 Dec. 5.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mrs. H - Y's rude conduct--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd thanks her for watch piece--will send her prices of damask, etc.--Charles Lee a ladies' man--Mr. and Mrs. Thornton--thanks for little cap [for baby]-- fears she and child won't live, but is reconciled to her fate--begs for book to read during her lying in, for \"its such a lonesome time.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 15,\" watermark incomplete (H[?]). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eParliamentary act. Printed document, 1 page. \"An act to continue the Laws now in Force for regulating the Trade between the Subjects of His Majesty's Dominions and the Inhabitants of the Territories belonging to the United States of America, so far as the same relate to the Trade and Commerce carried on between this Kingdom and the Inhabitants of the Countries Belonging to the said United States.\" George III, Regis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia, Printed broadside document full sheet George Washington in a proclamation set aside February 19, 1795, a day of Thanksgiving. Addressed on the verso to the Rev. Mr. Newell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Wishes them all a happy new year--hopes to see her little girl [Sally] in April if she lives--mother [Christian Blackburn] is with her, consoles her in her present gloomy situation--her two little boys, Nathaniel and Tom--thanks her and Kitty [Blackburn] for the sash--will inform her of any changes in her situation. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Jan. 12.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Norfolk. She is now at home, wishes to see her Aunt Nancy [Ann] and Uncle Bushrod [Washington]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Back home after staying with Sally [Brown ?]--stayed in George Town 10 days due to little Christian's illness--glad Kitty [Blackburn] reads to Mr. Wyth's wife--wishes the old gentleman [Wyth] would teach her some geography. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries [ ],\" watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Feb. 22.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Came here but found her sister had left for water side--will follow her, distressed over her condition---all at Rippon Lodge are well. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, postmarked ([ ] March 22), directed by \"Stage,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Feeling very low--tobacco lost when tobacco house was blown down, mare lost her foal, and their \"great relation\" demands payment of principal of a sum--expects ruin--the harder her husband works, the more fortune seems against him--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] sends love and will write a letter to her. Autograph letter signed, (incomplete), laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Insists since her debility is coming on, she should go to the Springs or another healthy climate, even if she will be away from Mr. [Bushrod] Washington for a while--will go with her if it suits--Tommy [Blackburn] very ill, must leave and go elsewhere--Kitty [Blackburn] got home safely--should she put apricots in box and send them by stage? Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 June 16.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Fears [Ann] has had another bilious attack--neighborhood has been very social--old Tracey has left people in vicinity in the lurch, and they are not longer fond of him--Mary [the baby] has been very ill--she looks much like their departed [sister] Polly--other children well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Geo Town June 29,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document signed, 1 page. Revenue inspectors form (July 8, 1795) Providence, R.I., No. 1133, Ship George Washington. \"I certify, that Brown and Francis have imported according to the Law, in the Ship George Washington from Canton, One Chest of Tea, marked as per Margin.\" Signed William Barton, Inspector of the Revenue.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Studley, Hanover County, VA. Mentions Fanny's approaching marriage to [Tobias] Lear -- invites them to come to Studley to visit -- [Mrs. Lyons was Fanny's aunt. She was married to Judge Peter Lyons, and the sister of Col. Burwell Bassett]. Autograph letter signed, docketed by F. Washington, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Lyons.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] July 12.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Much obliged for her present--thank Mamma [Christian Blackburn] for tamarinds--glad [Mamma] is going to Bath for health--little Mary [Craufurd] very ill and emaciated--will dry peaches for her--afraid Mamma didn't like her cherries for she gave them away. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. [Ann's] letter relieved her of anxieties over parent [Christian Blackburn]--[Mary] much improved; thinks she will live--glad to hear her Brother [Richard] and Sister Judith are coming to visit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked by hand \"Aug. 7,\" directed by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1795 Aug. [7]?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Richmond City. Requesting payment of debt to James Beckwith in the settlement of Arthur Lee's estate. With executor's note of acceptance, signed by Wm. Aug. Washington and Corbin Washington, Aug. 24, 1795.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Received £475.10.1 for President, specifying how much was received in bank notes, French crowns, silver coin, and gold coin. [This is for rents collected by Lewis for Washington; see letter of same date, Robert Lewis to George Washington.] Autograph document signed, docketed by R. Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood Park. Can't be at Rippon Lodge until Oct. 10th--expects [Ann] to spend next summer with them [at Greenwood]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Sept. 30,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Unable to come to Rippon Lodge right away--will wait and come down with Sally [Sarah Craufurd]--sends Judy the things she wants; fears her health will be no better til after delivery. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (obscured). Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Arrived here after horrid ride by Stage--everyone here well--Brother [Richard Scott Blackburn] expected tomorrow--his youngest christened Judith Ball--will send patterns  and padlock by first opportunity--papa [Thos. Blackburn] never received books [Ann] sent him. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. News of death of Judy Blackburn [wife of Richard S.]--she was delivered ten days ago of twins--one is dead--break news to Nancy [Ann Washington] and Sally [Sarah Craufurd] as gently as possible--he has disguised [his hand writing] on direction as well as he could. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Dumf. 22th Oct.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington. -Mr. Philips, a gentleman from England, wants to see the seat at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should show him attentions and activities. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Announces Juda's [Judith Blackburn] death--one of her infants died before her--her dying request that Nancy [Ann] take Jenny--children well--[Thomas Blackburn] still lame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] Oct. 25.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book, A.D.S. 9 pages. \"Account of Toll Grain Received at Mill Brook mill ...\" An account of wheat, corn, rye, and buckwheat received. On cover: \"Betty Lewis Mill Brook 2d Apriel 1796.\" Autograph document signed, bound.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Oaks. Will leave tomorrow morning--entreats her to keep up her spirits and follow Dr. Horner's advice. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joseph, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. [Nath.] Craufurd arrived and gave news of them--have Dr. McClurg's advice for Tommy's [T. Blackburn, Jr.] illness and charge it to him--try to keep Tommy in good company--his leg grows worse, will keep him from visiting them this fall or winter--books she sent him by Smocks stage didn't arrive--compliments to \"the elder Mrs. Washn.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Glad her health improves--enquired about books she sent him by stage but can learn nothing--her brother will give her news of their present situation. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge encloses is $55. to pay duty on a pipe of wine for the President -- asks to be informed when this letter arrives safely. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, in a later hand \"from GW's secy paying for wine,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copy. D. 3 pages. Washington leaves his wife, Frances (Fanny Bassett), 1/4 of his plantation and stock. To son George Fayette, part of a tract in Berkeley County; 1000 acres of land \"situated in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia line on the Ohio River;\" and his gold watch. To son Charles Augustine, the remaining land in Berkeley Co. and 1000 acres of the above land on Ohio River. To daughter [Anna] Maria, 666 2/3 acres of the Ohio River land, a lot in Alexandria, 4 lots in Fredericksburg, and 2 male slaves (Gabriel and Frederick). All 3 children receive 1/4 of GAW's plantation, stock, etc. Other bequests 10 pounds annually to be paid \"to my Negro Charles\" and frees Charles at Frances' death or remarriage. To \"my young friend George W.P. Custis my silver hilted Sword.\" To George Washington: \"I return the golden headed cane which I received from him. I request him to accept of my grey riding Horse and new saddle and bridle as the last testimonial of my most grateful and affectionate regard for him.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795]. Witnesses: J. Dandridge, Burwell Bassett, C.P. Lyons, M.W. Dandridge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Eleanor Custis regrets that she was not at home when Mrs. Wolcott came. She relates that her grandmother [Martha Washington] gave her the present and the lock of hair. She expresses her thanks for them and extends her wishes for the happiness of the Wolcotts. Date on catalog card is c. 1795.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Glad she and Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] health is good--he himself is better but feels his constitution declining--thanks for their attention to Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]; hopes their watchful eye has put end to his disapation--never received Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] letter--sorry venison was bad--Fowler Wood has left, and they don't get even a duck--will send for Kitty [in Md.] when weather permits. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Jan. 12.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Inquires what money is necessary for Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.'s] expenses--Tommy wrote Nancy [Ann Washington] had loaned him money--encloses 2 notes on Alexa. bank--inform him if he receives money--Kitty [Blackburn] just returned from Maryland. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"postpaid\" in Blackburn's hand, postmarked \"[ ] Jan. [ ],\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages with integral address panel. Saw Hill. Apologizes for not answering his letter sooner and gives explanation. Discusses sale of land versus keeping it. Discusses his opinion on the Vindication of Edmund Randolph, George Washington, and his administration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes that Washington will not lease forever his lot in Alexandria, and will sell only for high cash price -- suggests Summers should make his best offer for it, and President will consider it. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. D.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. President will not dispose of advertised lands until September -- but he will receive offers now altogether or separately. Autograph document signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, fragment of G.W.'s watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 1 page. President Washington has instructed Dandridge (his secretary) to inform the Secretary of War that he agrees with the ideas of the enclosed papers. [There is no knowledge what was in those papers]. Also recommendation for troop movement. Letter, unsigned, on GW watermark paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Whitehall. Says Americans \"cruelly persecuted many worthy and respectable men\" during the war, but \"that is now past.\" Offers best wishes for his happiness in America, and that \"it may long enjoy the benefits of the Presidency of Washington, whose great character and virtues alone could have preserved order in an infant state, composed of such heterogenous and ungovernable radicals.\" Discusses war with France and other international affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiary. A.D. 53 pages, including backs of covers. No longer bound together. Mostly a day by day of happenings on his plantations--crops, sales of fish, plowing, burning brush, clearing ground, etc.--trip to Mt. Vernon with [Rental] money for G.W., and expenses along way--at Mount Vernon \"flattered [Wm.] Pearce [manager] extremely with his good management.\"--visits of relatives and friends--prices paid for various goods--fishing--payment of accounts for the president--elections at court house--\"Visited Mrs. Haney who lays ill, and wrote her Will agreeable to her request...\" [distant kinswoman of G.W.'s - see letter dated June 26, 1796, Writings, XXXV, 99]--death and burial of Mrs. Haney--news of the Jay treaty--collecting [rents] and paying debts for G.W.--birth of a daughter June 18 and death a month later--detailed bargain with Mr. Fisher \"to new Iron\" a wagon--July 6, \"Gave the negroes a holliday.\" Autograph document, bound volume, first pages of book torn out. Date on original catalog card appears [1796][Mar.]28-July 18.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Hannah writes to her son about his sister's poor health, plans to see him in Dumfries, also writes about other family members - his brother, wife and their youngest child. Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bloomsbury Square. Congratulations to his brother on his recent marriage to Eliza Parke Custis. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with address panel. Richmond. Marshall writes to Lee about the sale of property and slaves and the suicide of lawyer Alexander Campbell, who was due to appear in Philadelphia for the Hunter v. Fairfax case. Marshall suggests going to Mount Vernon on Tuesday, where President George Washington was at home visiting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Petersburg, West Hill. Bolling discusses their approaching marriage in courtly terms (\"When I reflect that I am favored by you with a partiality ....\") -- Jack Stith, who is delivering the letter to Sarah, was refused in his amour with Miss Tabb -- Bolling sends Sarah a \"Pocket Book\" as a gift and \"small proof of my unceasing attention to you\" and mentions several of \"Sisters Stith\". The couple was married in August 1796 -- Sarah was a daughter of Laurence Washington of Digby on Chotank Creek, distantly related to George Washington -- this Laurence is mentioned in Washington's will as a friend and acquaintance \"of my Juvenile years.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"favoured by Mr. Stith.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePencil sketch of George Washington by Benjamin Henry Latrobe cut from a sketchbook. Note with sketch reads \"Sketch of Genl. Washington stolen at Mount Vernon while he was looking to discover a distant vessel in the Potomac in which he expected some of his friends from Alexandria. taken from a sketch book of my father's, date 1796.\" Letter of provenance accompanying sketch says the inscription was written by Julia Latrobe who gave it to her grand-nephew Latrobe Weston. (Letter A-1104).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Haywood. Requests final statements on his executorship accounts for the estates of Dr. Lee and Colo. R[ichard] H[enry] Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA balance sheet showing debits and credits of W.A.W. ... Nicholas Muse, James Park, Richard Henry Lee's estate, Henry W-n are names appearing on debit side ... Muse, Sanford, appear on credit side ...See also 1796-1797 W.A.W. in account with same firm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. An entirely manuscript check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria, to John Thomas (Tommas) or bearer for $200. Signed by \"William Pearce for George Washington, Esqr.\" Document signed, fragment, canceled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. -introduction of Mr. Potts, a gentleman lately from England-wants to visit the Seat of the President--the residence of the man whose fame all Europe acknowledge-any civilities shown him and Mr. Milburn (his companion) will pleasing and acknowledged. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Alexandria, to Hannah Washington in Bushfield. Corbin writes to his mother about business affairs, travel, and the health of his family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Appointment of Henry Lee, by William Augustine Washington, to receive monies owed from the State of Maryland. Witnessed by William Rice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria.  With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with \"Law and politicks\" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 4 pages. An inventory of the estate of George Augustine Washington including a list of \"Stock and Utensils on his Farm in Fairfax County\" appraised and to be divided equally between Washington's wife, Fanny Bassett, and children, Charles Augustine, George Fayette and Anna Maria. Also, a list of books and the \"disposition of Major Washington's Estate agreeably to his Will.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside. \"Good farm\" land for sale in County of Rutherford, District of Morgan, state of North Carolina. Describes the climate, what is being grown now, the inhabitants, the wood, the roads, mills. The Broad River flows into the center of the county and can be used for navigation. Thought to relate to Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Account for taxes on land. Autograph document, burned fragment only, laminated. On reverse is receipt signed by John Sheppard, dated April 11, 1798, for full amount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Henderson, Ferguson and Gibson. Balance sheet ... Nicholas Muse, Henry W-n, Richard Henry Lee estate, John Ashton, James Park on debit side, John, Nicholas and James Muse, Patrick Sanford on credit side ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. \"Received 20th January 1797 from Mrs. Betty Lewis 1 Green Hide... 19/3 for G. Heiskell.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Account with Patrick Callahan as miller for G.W. Includes herring, flour, beef, etc. supplied by G.W. and cash paid him as part of his hire as miller - £52.8.0 balances out.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $30. on account of \"my hire\" [as miller for G.W.] Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 379, 1797 Feby. 17th Patrick Callahan for £9. to acc. of his hire.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes at Washington's direction, returning any testimonials and letters which had been presented to the President in Barton's behalf. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, G.W.'s watermark. Name on original catalog card appears as \"B. D.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to advancing pay and money owed to John Kelly for work. Signed by Thomas Kennedy with return note signed by J. Gilpin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to pay for Jack Ridgeway. Signed by Thomas Kennedy. Reverse side note records pay to Ridgeway.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Potomac River Company. Note to pay James Montgomery, signed by John Templeman. Reverse side note says payment was received, Alexandria, April 28, 1797.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--\"She is the picture of two beloved angels\"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] April 1797\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Note to pay William Mills. Signed by John Templeman.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for two pounds for knitting seine twine into a centre for a Seine. Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 381\", Rect. 7 April 1797 [L?] Caywood for Kniting a Siene £2.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Matildaville. Potomac River Company.  Note to pay William Compton. Signed by Frederick Laffler (?) and John Templeman. Reverse note shows paid in full on May 15, 1797.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Itemized list for receipt of payment. Joseph Gilpin, William Hartshorne.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Receipt for payment to John Leary for three barrels beef and three barrels pork. Payment received from Thomas Kennedy. Signed with mark of John Leary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Two [slaves] have run away, one breaking down a door where he was confined--ring leader is Bill who is influenced by his mother--hopes she and papa [who evidently owns the mother] won't let her off this time for \"I believe she has a desire to ruin us if she possibly can\"--requests Papa's [T. Blackburn] help in bringing them back, for it ruins them, losing them at this busy time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $17.06. Autograph document signed, laminated, No. 387 endorsed receipt, badly faded.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. Relates to the settlement of the co-partnership account with Butler. Col. Washington is also concerned with a joint bond given to a Mr. William L. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Marlbro. Denies her last letter was cold, altho it had melancholy note--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will go down to [Alexandria] soon, and she herself plans to visit [Ann] too--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] will write; she looks badly, hopes smallpox will be of value to her delicate frame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Mr. Seton, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Frestel, the tutor of G.W. Lafayette, writes a friendly, affectionate letter on behalf of himself and George on eve of departure for France -- they send regards to her brother and grand parents. Autograph letter signed, written in French, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. Frestel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £323.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed by John Sowers. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff Joseph Longacre as the result of a suit brought by Thomas Harrison, William Wilson and Co. Document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by John Sowers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Reid must have been a client. Bushrod instructs him in the correct procedure for serving a decree on the defendants in an unidentified suit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, (Richmond Postal Mark).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Account with Vowells for 22 1/2 bushels flaxseed delivered to them and received in exchange 26 3/4 bushels salt. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on back \"No. 48.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted and holograph document, signed. 1 page. Robert Lewis binds himself unto John and George Lewis\" ... to the Estate of Fielding Lewis deceased in the just and full sum of\" 498 pounds. However, if Robert Lewis pays 249 pounds by January 1, 1799, the bond is considered fulfilled. Note on verso: \"To a Negroe you sold in Stafford County belonging to/F[rom] Lewis's Estate.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to \"My dear friend\" and closes with greetings \"affectionately to Mrs. P.\" but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript \"Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?\" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings but that the letter was being written in his office. Autograph letter signed, docketed, in a later hand is \"Nephew and principal heir of Genl. Washington judge of the Supreme Court of the United States lately deceased,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 Jan. 10. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bond.  Fulton agrees to pay Mrs. Washington, widow of George Augustine Washington, thirty-five pounds \"... upon the first day of January next ensuing [1799] ... for the hire of a Negro Man named Reuben for one year ...\" Frances Bassett Washington (Lear) died in 1796 so it is unclear who this document is really intended for, or if the date is incorrect.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. List by name and purchase price of twelve Negroes purchased by George Lewis (10), John Lewis (1) and C.[harles?] Carter (1). Note on verso reads: \"Mr. Ferrell will deliver you some bonds belonging the [Betty Lewis] Estate. The Receipts [ ] of the Estate in hands Mr. B. Parke [signed] J. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed on back, marked \"No. 47\", laminated. A bill for one hogshead. Receipted by Thos. Vowell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £12.7.6 for restuffing two sofas, repairing frames, castors. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Geo. Taylor and co.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. D.S. 1 and a quarter page. List of blacksmithing services provided by Grymes for Lewis. Total owed Grymes: £10, 11 shillings. Document, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. D. 1 page. Hansford, a blacksmith, lists services provided to Lewis, George Washington's nephew, who lived in the Fredericksburg area. Total owed Hansford: £1 17 shillings 1 pence. Document, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood. Writes to ask Fitzgerald to consult with Edmund Lee over terms of James Thompson's proposals for buying wheat crop from William Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, \"Favrd by Mr. J. Thompson\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. A. Washington.\" [Fitzgerald was prominant merchant in Alexa. and formerly an aid to G.W. in Revolution].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Discusses inclement weather, trying to get from Alexandria to Westmoreland, voyage, illness of unidentified person, possibly sister. Corbin Washington letter to brother Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Account of Joseph Simpson's, bonds, notes, etc., some in favor of George Stovin. Autograph document, silked, docketed \"B. Taylor's acct.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1798 [May] 3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield. Corbin writes his apologies for not writing more often and says that \"the circumstances of my family have shut me out from all information, and rendered me entirely dependant on my friends for now and then a gleam of light\" -- while professing to be apolitical, he recognizes that private happiness depends on proper functioning of \"the great public machine\" -- his wife recovers her health -- the Leeton family arrived in good health. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lee (?), integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 May 13.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £10.0.0 for house rent from Feb. 14-[May 14th] at £40 per annum. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bill for £1.1.1/2 for 6 1/2 yds. of painted cloth. Document, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington \"J. Thompson pd. [ ] a charge of a fee for [ ]\" incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. A.D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £156.12.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed Griffin Taylor. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff George Noble as the result of a suit brought by Charles McThurston. Autograph document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by Griffin Taylor, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send \"the picture up, by the first opportunity.\" Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Nelly writes to McHenry about yellow fever in Philadelphia and the standard that she commissioned for a volunteer dragoon in Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Couldn't write earlier because of Aunt Ballett's illness--gave Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] the bill which he will inclose to Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[letter] very faded and hard to decipher]. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 [Sept. 8 ?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copies of excerpts from two letters about the Quasi-War with France, supposedly provided to Alexander Hamilton circa September 1798. The first letter is from George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 9 September 1798. The second is from George Cabot to Timothy Pickering, 27 September 1798.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Denman and Co. in Philadelphia, makes this receipt for £57.18.9 received from Clement Biddle for blankets; signed by Matthew Kean for the maker, Denman and Co. The blankets were for Washington. Document signed, fragment, in hand of T. Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. A receipted bill in the amount of $152.13 for a library bookcase for Gen. Washington and 282 feet of casing. Receipted by John Douglass. Document signed, in unknown hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. D. 1 page. A receipted bill for $11.23 (or £ 11.23.0) for a picture frame 16 feet 4 inches -- made out to Clement Biddle \"for Genl. Washington\" by John McEllwee, and the receipt signed by John Rorke. Document, fragment, in hand of John Rorke. Date on original catalog card appears [1798] [Dec. 19].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Encloses $50 bill received, for tobacco, and requests him to pay her tax at court today--just paid Mr. B. Lee £10 for folder--this is last of her [money]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Mrs. H. Washington 1798,\" marked \"Hon'd by Mr. B. Lee,\" laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1798]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Praising their mutual friend, George Washington. In this letter, the Earl of Buchan mentions that his nephew, David Erskine, is travelling to America and plans to visit Mount Vernon. Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 2 pages. Tayloe writes to Secretary of War James McHenry that he is honored by President's late appointment of him, but prefers to delay decision of acceptance -- he will pay personal respects to war office. Docketed 'Mount Vernon, 6th Feby. '99 from His Excy. Genl. Washington with my reply 22d. Feby.' Letter, a true copy, teste by Wm. Holburne, incomplete watermark (1794).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA business letter giving Webb information on sending the money he owes, Lawrence further expresses that he has taken Mrs. Webb's advice and had married Eleanor Parke Custis, stating his happiness with his wife.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Powel writes to say she paid James McAlpin's bill for Bushrods black satin robe -- she hopes Mrs. Anne Blackburn Washington's health has improved -- she is glad Bushrod was at the wedding of Nelly Custis and Lawrence Lewis, and says \"I was certain that when Mrs. Washington found the thing inevitable she would act with propriety, indeed from all I can learn she has every Reason to approve her Grand-Daughter's choice.\" -- Powel agrees with Bushrod on the deplorable state of the Southern roads, especially those of Maryland -- the elopement of Maria Bingham (a child of 15) with a French count was shocking -- shares news of Philadelphia people -- mentions \"your excellent Mother's\" sorrows [at death of Corbin Washington ?]. Autograph letter signed, retained copy, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. She and sister [Nancy] enjoy a weeks holiday--tries to progress in her lessons, begins French--mentions children [brothers] who send love to Aunt Nancy and Uncle Bushrod. Autograph letter signed, part of a cover laminated to letter, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha Point Pleasant. Recommends 6 men from this county as officers in the lately established army -- [included is a separate sheet docketed \"Thos. Lewis June 14, 1799, containing names of 6 men recommended by Lewis,\" in another hand]. See also 1799 June 14, W. H. Cavandish to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"June 14\" on a separate sheet (see below), laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha County. See 1799 June 13, Thomas Lewis to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Sends names of men who seek military commissions ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck from the Bank of the United States. Signed by John Nicholson paid to Mr. James Andrews or Bearer, Amount $944.15. Mr. Nicholson was one of the founders of the bank.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePurchase note. A Ninety Day Sight Note issued by Charles Alders' Co., Madeira, on September 20, 1799, to William T. Smith of Philadelphia for £84 British Sterling, directed to Tobias Lear on the account of George Washington on Nov. 14, 1799 and the amount recorded in his cash memoranda book of the same day.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Lear writes this follow up letter because no answers were received to earlier letters ordering 2 pipes of wine -- does Pintard have any in this country? -- if so, send some immediately as the General's wine supply is depleted and Washington only wants wine of superior quality. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, enclosed in letter to Elias Boudinot, laminated, watarmark (1794). Not in Writings. [See draft of letter to Elias Boudinot, same date, on reverse of this letter].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  1 page. Greenwood. Looks forward to receiving her for a visit--sorry for Mamma [Christian Blackburn] having so much to fatigue her at her time of life. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joe, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Document signed, 1 page. Though it is now in two pieces, amount due Lear is $42.24. Signed by Lear as being correct.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. A Letter-account itemizing the amount due Lear for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. $234.39 is the amount totaled up. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Swan, P. M. General.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page and A.N.S. 1 page.  Autograph letter signed, a receipt for the sum of $234.39 being the pay for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. Also in folder, note of receipt signed by Lear, \"Received of Caleb Swan PM Genl. The sum of two hundred and thirty four 39/100 dollars, being my pay...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lear writes to Pintard that Mr. Alder from Madeira has sent 2 pipes of wine to General Washington, to be picked up in Philadelphia -- payment by draft has been made -- nevertheless, Washington will accept 1 pipe of Pintard's offered wine from his private store in this country, provided it is still of the best quality after being imported six years ago. Autograph letter, draft, docketed by Lear, watermarked. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Congratulations on her birthday--worried over Mr. Washington's cough--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] has left--her little boys, David, Bushrod and George--Mr. Magruder's failure for 500,000 dollars--Major De Butts sails for Italy--received books from her and will take good care of them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover with several messages written on the cover, laminated, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Cordial letter of acknowledgment for two pipes of Madeira wine which had just arrived. Expresses Mrs. Washington's appreciation for a gift of two boxes of citron.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Impending death of George Washington--\"I think he cannot survive through the night\"--come and bring Mrs. Law if possible--Dr. Craik, Dr. Dick, and Dr. Brown are here.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Tobias Lear to Burgess Ball, December 15, 1799 informing him of Washington's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFuneral Announcement. D. 1 page. 'The Remains of General Washington [will be de]posited in the family Vault, at mount Ve[rnon on Wed]nesday the 18th instant, at twelve O'Clock. Should the weather be unfa[vorable on Wed]nesday, - the Funeral will take place [Thursday] at the same hour.' Watermarked - Holograph in the hand of Albin Rawlins.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill to the estate of George Washington. 2 boxes of Mould Candles 104 nett, for a total charge of £7.19.0. Mackenzie signed the bill as having received payment in full on May 24, 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Announces death of George Washington--description of G.W.'s last days and hours and his death--\" ... he could scarcely speak and breathed with difficulty, his complaint being an inflamatory sore throat, usually called the Quincy.\"--Drs. Craik, Dick and Brown sent for--\" ... between ten and eleven o'clock at night, he resigned his breath into the hand that gave it.\"--\" ... not a groan or a complaint escaped him.-with the most perfect resignation, and in full possession of his reason to the last moment he gave up his life.\"--\"He was fully sensible of his approaching dissolution for some time before we could persuade ourselves but that there was a hope left and he frequently told the Physicians that their efforts would be in vain ... As often as he could speak he would mention to me something which he wished to have done. And his last words, about a quarter of an hour before he died, were to me thus - 'My dear Friend I am just about to change this Scene, my breath can continue but a few moments, You will have me decently interred, and do not let my body be put into the Tomb in less than two days after my death.' He there feld his own pulse ceased ...\"--Mrs. W's fortitude--\" ... she yields not to that grief, which would be softened by tears.\"--saw his children about 6 weeks ago--\"I beg that no part of it [the letter] therefore may be published; for I presume that everything which relates to this afflicting event will be eagarly sought after by the public.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark. Mary Stilson Lear was the mother of Tobias Lear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Charles Cotesworth Pinckney writes from Harper's Ferry three days after George Washington's death offering his condolences for this \"irreparable loss\" to Tobias Lear at Mount Vernon, Martha Washington, and Nelly Parke Custis Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOn May 3, 1800, Keith Smith received the amount above after appearing and proving the statement before George Taylor. \"To making 1 suit cloathes (black) for John Anderson £1.16.0.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. For 40 pounds of pound cake at 3/6 for a total of £7.0.0. One basket which contained the cake to be returned to Judy Edick. George Edick signed the account on March 28, 1800, as having received payment from Jim Anderson (likely James Anderson).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders for the funeral of George Washington. Manuscript copy, 4 pages. Signed by the Adjutant General, William North. \"Major General Hamilton has received through the Secretary of War the following order, From the President of the United States.\" Ordered December 21, 1799, Philadelphia. Signed December 24, 1799 in the Adjutant General's office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Craufurd bewails the recent death of George Washington -- \"it haunts my slumbers and in the day I can think of nothing else\" -- wishes to write Sister Nancy [Ann Blackburn Washington] -- poor Bushrod Washington, his uncle first and \"I suppose next his Brother [Corbin] will fall victims to the unrelenting hand of death.\" -- speaks of Mr. Craufurd's illness and other family matters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed in a later hand \"Death of Gen. Washington mentioned,\" Ms. badly torn and disintegrated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Herbert.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. \"Long before they can reach you, your heart and the hearts of your fellow citizens will be made sorrowful by the suffering and melancholly of the death of one excellent fellow citizen Gen. Washington ...\" Autograph letter signed, black seal, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. For making suits with buttons for Mr. Lear, Mr. George Rawlins [sic] Mr. Sims and Mr. Wilson. Also for making a pair of breeches for Mr. Dowdal. Total charges came too £7.18.3.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. A.D.S. 3 pages. Addressed to James Anderson. Bill for mourning suits made for family and servants to wear when around the Mansion. Noted with monies received. Misnumbered on the top right corner as 'MS-2350,' corrected in the catalog book to MS-3050.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. For rendering funeral honors to the deceased General Washington. Appears over names of J.M. Hughes, Ebenezer Stevens, Jacob Morton, James Farlie, John Stagg junr. (Committee of Arrangement). Printed document, mounted on cardboard.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Letter mentioned \"We have had great to do in the city occasioned by the death of General Washington. I send you a newspaper wherein you may read the procession which may be of some gratification to you,\" ... with integral address leaf, Philadelphia postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript eulogy. A.D.S. 16 pages. Docketed: \"Eulogy on Washington delivered in Medway [Massachusettes] D. 1799 by Dr. Abigah Richardson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 11 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account of moneys received and expended from G.W.'s death to 1802, including am't of cash in house at G.W.'s death, amt. pd. doctors, money spent for cake at G.W.'s funeral, expenses on his houses in Washington, taxes, payment of legacies, building vault, for whiskey furnished at sale at Mount Vernon; money received from purchases at sales was main income during the period. Autograph document, copy, docketed, in hand of L. Lewis, laminated. Certified by Alexander Moore, Court Commissioner of Fairfax County, Va.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eExecutor's inventory, original. 51 pages. Listing and appraisal of everything at Mt. Vernon by rooms, including books in library and contents of outbuildings--also livestock, tools, farm equipment, etc. on each farm--negroes--Appraisal sworn to by Thomson Mason, Tobias Lear, Thomas Peter and Wm. H. Foote. Bound volume, 6 blank pages, docketed \"Inventory and Appraisement of the estate of Genl. Geo. Washington - 1810 Augt. Returned and ordered to be recorded,\" silked. Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1800]. Ordered and recorded on August 20, 1810 teste Wm. [Moss ?]. [See under same date a draft of this same inventory].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInventory, draft. A.D. 64 pages. Inventory by room of articles at Mount Vernon, with appraised values -- includes contents of mansion house, kitchen, office, storehouse, washhouse, gardeners house, salt house, black smith shop, etc. -- also inventory of livestock, and farm equipment on each of the farms, the distillery, mill -- on the mansion house farm, inventory of articles in barn, greenhouse, lost, fish house, etc., paint cellar -- lists of gardeners tools, linen, etc., and plated ware, etc. -- list of books and pamphlets in library by case, with some marked \"Taken by B[ushrod] Washington\" and \"Mrs. Lewis's property,\" \"taken by G. Washington\", and \"To Mrs. Washington,\" -- maps, charts, etc. -- includes number of Negroes owned by George Washington in his own right, \"which Mrs. Washington intending to liberate at the end of the present year, can only be valued for the service of the working negroes for one year.\" Autograph document, draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"An Inventory etc. of Articles at Mount Vernon with their appraised value, annexed.\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1800?], but an entry on page 59 enumerates the slave population \"which Mrs. Washington [is] intending to liberate at the end of the present year.\" Since she signed a deed of manumission for her deceased husband's slaves in December 1800, the date of this estate inventory would seem to be 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, printed and sold by Graupner of Boston. Sheet music. \"The Battle of Prague favorite Sonata forte with Accompanyments. G. Washington President of The United States.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePatriotic songbook. 30 pages. Bound manuscript, handwritten by Maria Dickinson. Volume contains patriotic songs (handwritten) mentioning Washington and the American Revolution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo sketches shows pyramid-like structure surmounted by statue, and inscription below. Date on original catalog card appears [1800 ?]. On a separate page is a proposed inscription in Latin on reverse of cover. Watermark (crown over armed figure), 3 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted copy of GW's will. Signed by Lawrence Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill, Clerk of Fairfax to the Executors of GW's will. First charge recorded in January is for \"Recording the Will\" for $4.55. Various other fees are itemized as docketing, attorney's fees, and charges for copies of various declarations. Total bill signed by Mr. Deneale, Clerk, came to $12.96.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne bound volume, 23 pages. Executor's account of sales, meetings of legatees, etc. -- contains the following: Mar. 5, 1800, list of those who purchased horses and jacks from estate with amounts paid; Oct. 15, 1800: list of sales of cattle, milk cows and oxen from estate with amount paid; undated (see card 4, June 7, 1803): list of lot sales in Washington City; James River Shares, Ashby's Bend land, tract in Frederick, Aris's land lots in Bath, Bullskin land, Chattins run etc. with name of purchaser and price per acre; Nov. 12, 1801: Sale of cows, bulls, steers, jacks and jennets, sheep with list of purchaser and amount; July 25, 1802: private sale with account of personal items belonging to G.W., purchaser, and price paid, purchasers here are legatees and deduct purchase price from estate due them, total amount $1882.50; July 21, 1802: \"Payable in Six Months/Sale at Mt. Vernon\" list of purchaser and amount, nothing listed to tell what is sold, total $8340.75, probably the result of meeting of July 19; July 19, 1802: dated Alexandria, an account of a meeting of legatees and executors of G.W.'s estate and agreements made as follows: 1. majority opinion of legatees present govern whole. -- 2. not contest validity of will as to property out of state. -- 3. carriages, horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs and personal estate except stock and bonds to be sold by executors. -- 4. lands on Kanawha and Ohio be divided and rest of land be sold by executors, NW territory and Kentucky lands to be sold. -- 5. stock of U.S., bank stock, Potomac and James River shares to be divided except one share in Potomac Co. sold. -- 6. agree to sale of James River shares and nine shares of Columbia bank stock; June 7, 1803: \"Account of Sales at Alexa. June 7th 1803 of property, belonging to the Estate of Genl. Washn.\" Charles County land, lots in Alexandria here follows list of other land sold as listed on card one undated (this document was bound incorrectly and has not been detached and the sheets in correct order).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill, A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for advertising sale of jacks and jennies at Mount Vernon dated Feb. 14, 1800; and for advertising sundries the estate of Mrs. Washington dated June 27, 1802. Receipted for £1.12. by T. Green. Docketed 14 February 1800. Autograph document signed, in hand of Green, docketed, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA manuscript book that contains 12 Masonic songs mostly associated with New England (lyrics only). Also includes poems or songs on George Washington and his death. Northampton, Massachusetts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTobias Lear's copy of an explanatory letter from him to John Adams in which he elaborated on Martha Washington's December 31, 1799 letter he wrote on behalf of her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. S. Lyman writes that Doctor James Craik \"wrote a Gentleman in this City, that the General [Washington], with his own Fingers, closed his own Eyes in Death -- this circumstance is a little remarkable, and it showed that he had his reason, and a spirit of resignation ... such was the Death of this great man....\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Copy of account dated Jan. 8, 1800, \"For Sundries for the Funeral Procession, in honor of the late Commander in Chief Gen. Washington. Use of a Pall ... $5 / Two Black Cloaks ... 2 / Bier ... 2 / 9 dollars [total].\" On Feb. 20, 1800, Haigh acknowledges receipt of payment in Pittsburgh for his expenses at the mock procession. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe House and Senate of Massachusetts express opinions on how General George Washington should properly be commemorated by the public.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder submitted by John Read and accepted in Massachusetts Senate and followed by the House to accept resolution to wear crepe on left arm in Commemoration of G. Washington's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Alexandria. A bill from Paton and Butcher in the amount of £2.6.[7] for leather and shoe thread. (Date from earlier library cataloging; item was microfilmed as an 1808 item.) Document, fragment, docketed by B. Washington, charred by fire, silked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. Decr 25th \"To a mah[ogan]y Coffin with silver plate engraved, furnished with lace, handles and a coverd case with lifters $ 88.\" \"To sundry charges $11.25.\" For a total bill of $99.25. Particular charges were for \"Hire of the Cochee,\" \"Hire of the Bier\" and the \"Hire of a Horse.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. The writers request answers to several specific questions about their role as executors of Washington's will -- they require Simms's professional advice because Judge Bushrod Washington (another executor) hasn't arrived yet. Autograph letter signed, in hand of George S. Washington (?,) laminated, G.W.'s watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Simms answers questions put by them [see letter of Jan. 20, 1800] as executors of George Washington's estate -- among other things, he assures them they can dispose of personal property and wheat at private sales, but an account must be kept of articles disposed of in this way, and must be included in the estate inventory. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ch. Simms.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. D. 1 page. Bill for 1 coopers-axe 6/6. Document, fragment, endorsed on back, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Draft Committee Resolution, \"The Committee appointed to consider and report what public measures are proper to be adopted by this Legisature to commemorate the virtues of General Washington...\" Two resolutions, the 1st crossed out pertaining to a monument or statue to be erected. The 2nd resolution concerns printed copies of a Proclamation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages.  Committee resolution or recommendation to the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They have appointed Fisher Ames to delivera n oration on the \"sublime virtues of Gen. George Washinton before the Lieut. Governor, the Council and the tow branches of the General Court;\" signed by Moses Gill, Samuel Phillips, and the Speaker of the House. Also assigns John Coffin Jones and Jonathan Mason to a committee to make such arrangements for a public exercise assigned for the 8th of February. Concurred and signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted document, 1 page. Broadside. Funeral procession arrangements, Haverhill, Massachusetts. \"Arrangements to be observed On the 22nd day of February next, agreeably to the proclamation of the President of the United States, For Paying a Public Tribute of Respect to the Memory of our beloved General George Washington, late deceased.\" A eulogy will be given at Reverend Abiel Abbot's Meeting House. The broadside includes an order of procession and instructions to the inhabitants of Haverhill on proper mourning wear.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pages. Dryburgh Abbey. A letter on slavery and the life and character of GW; mentions Lear, Franklin and Adams. Autograph letter, incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA bill for 11 items which came to a total of £22.18.9. A particular item is recorded for \"Leading a Coffin\" which came to £14.10.0. Alexander Smith documented Mr. Munn's receipt of payment in Alexandria on May 14, 1800.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. House and Senate of Massachusetts committee order to request a copy of Fisher Ames' oration for printing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft of MS-5754. Committee of Massachusetts House of Representatives requests Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. in oration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder from committee to request Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. during his oration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA bill for one shroud which came to $6 and one pall cloth $6, for a total of $12. On verso Michael Gretter (or Gutten?) signed the bill as having received payment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia. Send copy of GW's will and also \"The box made of the oak that sheltered the Great Sir William Wallace ...\"  At bottom of letter is note from Buchan, dated Aug. 16, 1800, bequeathing box to \"Washington's University in Columbia.\" Autograph letter signed, in hand of [Bushrod Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, \"This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Herbert.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page.  Medfield [memorial] Procession to Washington. \"The Committee of arrangments [sic] recommend the following order of Procession for the 22nd Instant provided the weather and walking tbe good. Viz-\" also, \"It is expected that every person will wear a crape or ribband on th eleft arm. Soldiers just above the cuff and citizens just above the Elbow.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommonwealth of Massachusetts order that members of house and senate shall distribute to clergy and to libraries Fisher Ames' oration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound, manuscript copy of an oration, written by Royall Tyler, Esq., pronounced at Bennington, Vermont on February 22, 1800 in commemoration of the death of General Washington. Copy signed Mary R. Nowland AD 1812. Inside volume cover (back and front) reads \"Miss Mary R. Nowland July 3rd 1823.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Regarding a survey plat.  Date on original catalog card appears 1800 (?) Feb. 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill and receipt. Samuel Washington receives 175 dollars from Custis in return for \"A Sorrel Horse ... about sixteen hands high; but five years old, warranted sound and free from blemish ...\" If Custis finds the horse to be \"unsound\" within thirty days, Washington agrees to return the total sum. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and Lawrence Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eItems listed are black crepe, hat looping, material for making two palls, 6 dozen flints, 1 cask powder weighing 114 pounds as received from the arsenal. Total bill was $40.08.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Two evaluations, one dated Ap. 26 signed by William Dandridge and Thomas Dew, the other dated May 13 and signed by Jos. Foster and [W.] H. Macon. Both at request of Lewis and Doct. [David] Stuart. Statement signed by Wm. King that the property herein valued belongs jointly to Mr. Custis [G.W.P.] and Mr. [Lawr.] Lewis. The property being valued consists of 2 slaves and several horses. Document signed, endorsed \"Valuation of Mr. Lewis's Property in New Kent,\" mounted, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 3 pages. London. Contains Wests comments on proposed reinterment of George Washington in the Federal city and monument to be raised to him -- recommends triangle or pyramid as most durable monument -- should be in prominent place, planted with trees -- monuments should be hollow -- rotunda, and brass pedestrian statue of Washington -- work to be of \"monumental simplicity\" -- 4 doors and stone coffin. Letter, marked \"Copy of a letter from one West=the celebrated American artist in London to Rufus King, Esq. our Minister at that Court on the subject of a \"Monument\" to be erected to the memory of that illustrious citizen - George Washington, was obligingly handed us by a gentleman for publication - From Gazette of the United States and Daily Advertizer, Dec. 22, 1800\". [Appended is a copy of \"A Resolution of the Old Congress,\" describing the type of monument to be erected to Washington.]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Concerning the collection of funds due George Washington's estate in Philadelphia. \"What ever money you may receive please credit the Estate of Genl. Washington with it as also any money that may be paid you by Judge Bushrod Washington, a statement of which please forward me at this place.\"  Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. \"On motion of David Stuart ordered that Tobias Lear, Adm. of the Estate of Geo. A. Washington deceased by summoned to appear at the next Court and give Counter Security or Deliver up all and Singular the decendents Estate.\" This copy signed by George Deneale, Clerk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 6 pages. Account copy of \"The Estate of George A. Washington in acct. with Tobias Lear, Administrator.\" An acct. of GAW's estate transactions as kept by Lear. Also included are copies of court documents ordering debts to be paid to the estate (dated Jan. 1801); acknowledgement of examination of the acct. (dated April 14, 1801); and an order for the acct. to be recorded (dated April 21, 1801). Document signed, on George Washington's water mark paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bail Bond of George Steptoe Washington for $200. Dated 1801 April 6, and docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson. Document, docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. \"I hereby relinquish the Administration of the Estate of the late George Augustine Washington and agreeably to an order of the Court of Fairfax County, and deliver up all and Singular the Decendents Estate which has come to my hand as Admr.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To the Justice of the court of Fairfax County. Further explains his resignation as the administrator of George A. Washington's estate. Turned papers and bonds over to Burwell Bassett who is ready to become the new administrator. Docketed on reverse. Torn corner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, mounted, watermark (1794), with part of cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Encloses note for $875. for discount at the bank, and intends to present the necessary draft on Monday next.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lewis gives the account with Blagden as it now stands, taken from papers of Dr. Thornton's -- £26.8.11 1/2 Maryland money is still due him -- Lewis asks Blagden to send authenticated vouchers for repayment of moneys expended so that the late General Washingtons heirs will be see the justification for the expense. Autograph letter signed, endorsed by Lewis, 2 p. covered with figures, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEstate documents, 10 documents.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMemoranda of payments made, etc. by L[awrence]? Lewis as executor of estate--includes $1000 for hire of a vessel the \"Hene. and Patsey\"--also, 2 orders given to Thos. Peter on Samuel Hamilton, W-1250/B; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, rec'd of N. Lee on account of Sheppard Pd. cash for negroes, etc., W-1250/C; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Includes $500.00 \"By cash of A. McLean,\" and $100 \"By costs recovered on Tomlinson's case,\" W-1250/D; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, notes due with interest, W1250/E; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Lawrence Lewis with estate, Debit and credit of $16,037.30 -- including \"By balance due me as Executor -- $1,0872.69\" and \"By this sum due me as creditor legatee $5,138.61.\" etc., W-1250/F; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Mathew Ranson in account with executors, record of payment due with interest, etc., W-1250/H; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSums credited to estate, Amt. received and amts. not received [for purchases at sales], W-1250/I; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePurchasers at private sale of Washington estate including amounts of purchases of each individual, W-1250/J; \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, Peyton Drew to Robert Lewis, W-1250/?\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eW-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, D. 1 1/4 pages. Ferneyhough lists various services he provides for Lewis, being work done on Lewis's chariot - its wheels, springs, boots, doors, etc. Docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount book, settlement of the estate of George Washington. A.D. 32 pages. Accounts of various people associated with the estate, including money for hire of negroes - \"Statement of the accounts of the several legatees for the purpose of explaining them.\" Autograph document, mostly in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated, watermarks, no cover, torn or clipped pages included.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New Kent. Concerns a shipment of wheat ... no demand for wheat or corn ... cider here for Mrs. W-n; will send some to Norfolk at first opportunity ... Had to get a new cog wheel for the mill ... Richmond market full of meat of all kind; cattle and sheep still on my hands ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Stafford City, VA. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Concerning receipts for western lands.  Addressed to Col. Thomas Francis Worthington, at Chilicothe N.W. Territory.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Fort Washington. Complains of dullness of \"this accursed Country\"--reference to someone whose gloomy countenance \"cannot bear the appearance of Happiness\"--longs to be with her and \"my dear Boy\" [Bushrod Blackburn ?,] but fears 2 years separation are necessary--expects to be dealt with by strict letter of the law--hasnt heard from Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]--would rather see him idle at Rippon Lodge than where he is. Autograph letter signed, cover fragment laminated to letter, directed \"Via Fredericksburg To [ ] X Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, \"I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ...\" Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rich Woods. Lawrence A. Washington proposes to Samuel Washington that he meet at Richwoods with Bushrod Washington to discuss debts extending from the estates of their fathers, Charles Washington and John Augustine Washington I, respectively. \"You will therefore, at once see the necessity of your ... attendance, to exonerate yourself, from as much of the weight of that business as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Reporting on the death of Martha Washington the day before. Suffering protracted fever, MW prepared for death \"with fortitude and resignation\"; gave advice to her grandchildren, took the sacrament and directed a chosen white gown be brought out. The funeral would be Tuesday (two days hence). Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rich Woods. Having received Bushrod's letter of April 2, 1802 re-settlement of his father's estate (John Augustine Washington), Lawrence Augustine feels \"...a perfect willingness to enter into a settlement of our business, with any Gentleman you may choose to designate for that purpose. And I can assure you, that every light I possess shall be thrown on the subject.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 19 pages. Final draft. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hands of Clement Biddle, notes due and paid--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are missing from here which appear, crossed off, on the first draft)--lists articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, etc. Autograph document, Final draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington, Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" final draft, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 20 pages. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hand of Clement Biddle, notes due and pd.--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are crossed off and do not appear in final draft)--articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, wash house, etc. Autograph document, Draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" 1st draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocketed on verso \"$35 June 16, 1802\" and \"To building a Vault at Mount Vernon $35.00\" and \"Recd the above amount in full (signed) John M. Lightfoot.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document, 7 pages. In hand of Albin Rawlins, an account of articles sold at the July 21st sale on six months credit (See \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon Property\"). This appears to be a rough draft (made at the time of auction) of the list entered in this executors' account book -- Rawlins' list gives name of purchaser, item and price; sale of chariot and harness, coachee, horses, clover machine, sheep, bulls, cows, calves, steers, marquee, tents, saddles, canteen, tin machine, saws and other tools, malt mill, \"The Knight of Malta,\" reams of paper, wax, French horn, pump, locks, tool chest, hoes, sheet copper, old iron, rope, etc., copying press, yawl [an incomplete summary of the contents]. On last sheet are lists of names and figures, probably a scratch sheet. Autograph document, in hand of A. Rawlins, laminated. This doc. is NOT part of the \"Book of Sales of Mt. V. Prop.\" but a separate doc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Unable to buy any good furniture at sale [of Mrs. Washington's estate]--all worth having previously divided among legatees--George Washington Parke Custis's inheritance of wine--purchased one of four large paintings at sale, view of Great falls of Potomack. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy Letter to Colo. May.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 16 pages. \"Rough estimate of the sales of the estate purchased by the Legatees in order to give an idea of their relative situation to each other and to them (?) who will be creditors and who debtors.\" Accounts of the following individuals: Bushrod Washington, Howell Lewis, Lawrence Lewis, Alexander Spotswood, G. W. P. Custis, Robt. Lewis, Wm. A. Washington, Col. Thomas Lee, Wm. Robinson, Samuel Washington, Mrs. Law, Geo. A. Washington heirs, Thornton Washington heirs, Thomas Peter, Charles Carter, G. S. Washington, Fielding Lewis, Nicholas Fitzhugh, Dr. Peyton, Lawrence A. Washington, Burdet Ashton, Andrew Parks, Corbin Washington heirs, John Thornton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. 1 page. Washington binds himself to Frey \"in the full and just sum of forty two pounds four Shillings and ten pence ...\" Two horses owned by Warner Washington (valued at 21 pounds 2 shillings five pence) are being held by Thomas Massir[?], sheriff of Frederick County as security. Printed and manuscript document, signed by Warner Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. John Hewitt, Register of Wills, Washington County, District of Columbia acknowledges that an \"authenticated copy of the last will and testament of George Washington deceased ...\" has been recorded. Administration of the will is \"hereby Granted and Committed unto ... George Steptoe Washington and Lawrence Lewis two of the executors by the said will appointed.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Green encloses his accounts against Lewis. Mar. 15, 1803 for advertising lands, June 29, 1802, advertising sale of sundries belonging to the estate of Martha Washington. Docketed by Lewis as \"Timothy Green's Ac. With the Estate of Genl. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L., $10.10 P. 86 5 March 1803.\" Laminated, watermark, postmarked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Autograph document in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated. Probably a list of papers dealing with the settlement of the estate, numbered, and in many cases contain page numbers, memorianda or resolutions dealing with estate settlement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSubject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. 6 pages. Alexandria. A lengthy and detailed proposal for the equitable distribution of the Ohio-Kanawa lands. Expresses dissatisfaction with present plan of division. Requests another meeting of legatees at Dumfries; such a meeting however is opposed by legatees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made \"to sell amongst ourselves\" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod [Bushrod, Jr., son of Wm. Augustine Washington]. Autograph letter signed, torn, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" [See also, \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon property,\" 1800-1802 which lists some of same in detail].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Lawrence writes that he has received Roberts letter and Winchester's order for $1818. -- it will be placed to Roberts account with executors of General Washington on account of Roberts purchase of a tract of land in Berkeley. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by R. Lewis (?), \"Letter from Lawce. Lewis on account of monies received for the Execrs. of Genl. Washington\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill and receipt. 10 gilt arm chairs, $40. 12 Square back chairs, $22., these are docketed as Windsor chairs ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, received $10.00 for one apotheosis of Gen'l Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Returned yesterday from unpleasant excursion to find Kitty ill--glad to hear of Tommy's [Blackburn, Jr.] amendment--fever will prevent his riding to visit her--will wait for her visit and return with her. Autograph letter signed, fragment of integral cover, laminated, directed by Jerry. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R.S. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the \"prevailing disorder\" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"George Col. Sept. 26,\" integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. Autograph document, in hand of W.A. W-n, docketed on reverse by W. A. W-n, \"Memorandum of the Cloaths my Son George [Corbin] Washington carried with him to New England Novr. 28th 1803,\" and in another hand \"also Books from Rock Hill and Books carried Alexandria from Col. W. A. Washingtons Library 1806.\" Lists both summer and winter cloths in detail.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis account in Lawrence Lewis' hand is the money expended for food and clothing for slaves during period 1803-1809.  \"Acct. Free Negroes $1645.05.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall, bound account book, A.D.S. 18 pages. Accounts of money received as interest of stock, as part of his claim to the estate of GW. Also, money received on like interest in behalf of Lucinda and Catherine D. Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Winchester. Bill for £10.4.0 for books, including Morse's Geography, Bailey's dictionary, Bealy's Meditations, Stauntons Embassys, Anarchises, and Ferguson's [Lectury ?]. Receipt of books acknowledged by Francis W[hiting] Washington for his father Warner Washington. Autograph document, in hand of John Beer (?), fragment, docketed \"Warner Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, Rosegill. He hopes the boxes of medicine arrived safely ... requests Col. W-n to pay the cost of the medicines to Dr. Jones. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Edinburgh to Ewing at the American Consulate. Conveying to the President (T.J.) the ceremonial oaken box which he had earlier presented to Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Ann Washington writes to assure Frobel that he will be able to get many pupils if he comes to Alexandria shortly -- several people have promised to send children to him, including Dr. Dick -- she wishes he could come soon -- Bushrod Washington will send his schooner to Richmond for Frobel if possible, though Col. Washingtons may get to Richmond sooner -- she wishes to see him an \"inmate\" at Mt. Vernon -- he will have at Mt. Vernon her 3 nieces and a nephew of her husband's who lives with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washn. City Feb. 13\", broken seal with arm, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages with cover, addressed and wax seal. Eleanor \"Nelly\" Parke Custis Lewis writes to her friend reminiscing about her life. Engraving \"Mrs. Lawrence Lewis,\" also in the folder.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill. To \"Dear Sir.\" Re: bond of the addressee held by William Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Craik writes to Col. William A. Washington regarding a deed from 1791 between Washington and Timothy Ringgold for lots in the Carrollsburg (which would eventually become Capitol Hill) which were divided between Washington and Commissioners of the city of Washington. William Craik admits he neglected to get the deed recorded and never returned it. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, docketed, with integral address panel, postmarked \"Alexandria VA, March 10\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Rock Hill. Washington writes that Mr. [Chas.] Carter objects to paying interest on his bond -- Carter claims he was ready to pay money any time -- Washington believes Carter forfeited, by the condition of sale [of Washington's property], any indulgence of 12 months credit. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod writes to his \"dear friend\" Elizabeth Willing Powel that when he inherited Mount Vernon, he had to buy \"new furniture for all the rooms of that extensive building\" and farm machinery as well -- he borrowed money for this and the loan is due soon -- his wheat crop and the fishery both failed, however -- so he asks \"with a little embarrassment\" to borrow the amount from her, but insists on paying interest which she refused to accept on an earlier occasion. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (wheat sheaf). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his \"domestics,\" all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa May 22,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". [It is thought the fire may have endangered the mansion].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered \"... $600., or the vessel alone, ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed \"Judge Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInsurance policy with The Delaware Insurance Company of Delaware made by George Harrison on behalf of Bushrod Washington for brick barn [stable] at Mount Vernon. Coverage for $4,000 for the year with payment of 1 percent. Printed document with autograph details signed by Thomas Fitzsimons, 1 page, docketed on the reverse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bond for $20,000 for Fairfax and Whiting Washington as executors of their mother Hannah Fairfax Washington's estate, to make inventory and deliver all legacies, etc. Partly printed, laminated. Signed by Fairfax, Whiting and Warner Washington and witnessed by the court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Beck provenance information concerning a Stuart Painting.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 page. Key, Judge Washington's attorney in the friendly suit of Fitzhugh and Peter vs. B. Washington, executor of the estate of George Washington, concerning the sale of certain Maryland lands, prepares an answer to the court explaining his clients position. Included is a letter requesting Judge Washington to make any changes in the text which he believes are necessary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, William Augustine Washington with J. Fox. Legal and copying fees include copy of Henry Ashton's will, proving \"Fisher's\" deed, swearing jury, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lewis gives an account for $304.30 paid by him to Howell Lewis and chargeable to all of legatees of Gen. Washington's estate -- he is unable to collect from various people whose addresses he does not know, or for other reasons -- Gabriel Lewis has just returned and the Kanawha lands are divided -- asks Bushrod to send him a receipt for $100. paid Bushrod's mother [Hannah Bushrod Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod Washington, and in Lewis's hand \"Dr. James Patton in Acct. with the Estate of Genl. Washington,\" and in another hand \"Executor of Mrs. Washington's Estate,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fairfield. Fairfax Washington writes regarding the recently-arrived mourning ring left to his deceased mother [Hannah Fairfax Washington] as legacy by George Washington -- he gives Lewis directions for having it delivered to him -- mentions also a miniature of the general, previously received, that the two items constitute the whole of the legacy left to his mother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"The Receipt of his Mother's legacy,\" mounted.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill and receipt. $2.25 for shoes, 9.00 for cossaks (boots).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill and Georgetown. Bushrod Washington Jr. writes to Burd about local and regional political battles involving the impeachment of judges, including Judge Samuel Chase of the Supreme Court, and Randolph's treatment of Chase, as leader of the impeachment. Washington also speaks critically of \"Duane,\" probably William J. Duane the politician, or perhaps his father the newspaper editor. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (1803). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To \"Dear Sir.\" Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory note. D.S. 1 page. For £78 Virginia money before 15th Oct. -- signed by Whiting Washington; witnessed by Nehemiah Garrison. On reverse, dated April 16, 1805, Jas. Milton assigns note to Robt. Milton. Document signed, in hand of James Milton, fragment, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 6 pages. A statement as to the title to Woodlawn drawn up by Lawrence Lewis because of a threatened suit over the land by descendants of Sarah Mason Brooke; it embodies Col. George Mason's statement on the history of the lands ownership. Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres. The Woodlawn part of that property was later owned by George Washington (who had gotten it on 27 October 1772) and then willed by him to Lawrence Lewis and Eleanor (\"Nelly\") Parke Custis Lewis. Autograph document signed, by Lawrence Lewis, docketed \"Col. Geo. Mason's Statement,\" and in another hand, \"as to title of Woodlawn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Agrees with Burd that horseracing is the favorite sport of Virginians -- mentions races in Virginia and Pennsylvania and Washington -- says spring at Mt. Vernon is the \"season when nature presents its most pleasing colours\" -- admires ladies in the neighborhood \"but none of them has enslaved my happiness\" -- speculates that closer relations between Pennsylvania and Virginia might be fostered by intermarriage between the states -- mentions Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's use of hieroglyphics. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va. May 18,\" torn, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page. Estate of GW.A notice of a forthcoming bond for Keating and Murray. Amount: $1.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Blakey Recpt. for a Bay mare June 1805.\" Receipt for 25 pounds for a bay mare.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Custis writes that his account with the estate of George Washington will be paid as soon as his crop can be marketed -- expresses distress of Fitzhugh family because of Mrs. Fitzhugh's illness -- he wishes the Kanawha lands were apportioned for he wishes to sell his share, even at great loss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B. Washington, mounted, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Buildings insured were 2 Negro Quarters, Office, Smokehouse, Wash house, Carriage house, and 2 Stables ... \"real sum insured\" was $4576.00 ... signed by Rob't Mitchell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for \"your District\"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Peters, \"16 ansd. repeating what I wrote him on the 15th substance,\" postmarked Alexa Va. September 14,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for $200. as part payment of a $500. loan ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Culpeper County. Capt. Hammond [husband of Samuel's deceased sister Mildred] wants him to buy his share of Kanawha lands left him by George Washington's legacy -- he can't afford it -- asks for an opinion on how much he should lease or buy it for -- can Hammond have other compensation in place of this land? -- Hammond embarrassed for money now -- he gave draft on executors and it was refused. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod writes about spending Christmas in Dumfries by invitation of \"very fine girls,\" although his trip was cut short when his father came down with gout. He also gives news of the Federal City, which is \"thronged with beautiful girls and other strangers,\" including \"a number of Turks and Indians.\" He shares an anecdote about the Turkish ambassador asking Thomas Jefferson for \"six wives\" and writes about a dinner hosted aboard a frigate by Jefferson for a group of Native American men. Bushrod also writes of the rising power of Napoleon in France and about the Carters of Philadelphia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Certifying proof of a Mr. Peytons deed to the District of Columbia. Amount: $52.00. Estate of GW.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. A.N.S. 1 page. $1.00 for watch repair docketed, \"paid by Mrs. W. from Butter Sold.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mt. Vernon has sent her some books ... will send more ... invites the Rankins for a visit ... regards from all the family ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArticles of Agreement, Jesse Richardson with Wm. A. Washington for purchase of a tract of land, held jointly by Wm. A. Washington and Lawrence Butler, of 1000 acres in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Jesse Richardson to pay Col. Washington with young horses, to the amount of the purchase. Valuation to be established.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Has been amusing himself reading Mr. John Randolph's Philippicks, his invectives against democrats -- this includes Randolphs threat to impeach Madison and Jefferson -- he has many politicians under his control through fear of being exposed by him -- mentions having received a report of Mr. Pitt's death [Wm. the younger] in England -- comments on the European situation -- the British Navy is the only thing between Napoleon and world domination -- U.S. should do nothing to injure Britain at this time -- since his aunt [Ann Blackburn Washington] has determined not to visit Philadelphia this Spring, he will stay and keep her company. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover, postmarked \"Alexa Va Mar. 30,\" docketed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$6.75 pd. in full.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Gen. Mason going to Kentucky will carry this letter -- acknowledges payment of $40 -- Warner was with them, mentions his trip to Orleans -- their father [John Lewis] is well -- speaks of Dr. Stuart's land in Mason County, Ky., 5000 acres on Tripletts creek and 9000 on Locust creek -- advertised for sale -- he sends tax money by Gen. Mason -- asks Gabriel Lewis to help Mason -- talks of affairs of the day -- the ship Leander -- General Miranda landed in Spanish America, the province of Caraccas, takes the island of Marquireta, the towns of Camana -- Barcelona on the river Neveri, in full march for the capital of the colony -- this information by Capt. Risbrough from Martinique, Miranda has proclaimed the independence of the province. Concludes with a full 2 page postscript by Nelly, here separately cataloged. Autograph letter signed, with 2 p. additional note by Nelly Custis Lewis, cover marked \"Hond by Genl. Tomson Mason, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 1/4 page.  Baxter charges a total of L8, 2 shillings for smithing services including \"Making 2 large Ramshare ploughs\" and mending carriage wheels and selling a \"whip saw.\" Balance paid. Document signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Caroline Springs near Fredericksburg. Papers desired by Burd will need to be retrieved from recording office in [Washington] -- Bushrod will be in the Fredericksburg area for a while -- reveals his approaching marriage to Miss [Henrietta] Spotswood -- they will live on his estate in Westmoreland and later procure an establishment near Alexandria -- please tell Rush of the upcoming wedding -- he asks for European news -- \"our present President\" [Jefferson] means to stand for reelection. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Freds Va Jul 20.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRock Hill. Col. Washington explains that his son Bushrod, Jr, will share equally with his brothers in the Col.'s estate. His income will be adequate to support a wife. At the time young Bushrod was engaged to Spotswood's daughter, Henrietta.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, Rock Hill. Introduces Bushrod Washingtons own nephew, George Corbin Washington, who just arrived after tedious passage of 20 days, and is \"so much grown that I suppose you would scarcely know him\" -- Bushrod, Jr. and new wife Henrietta Spotswood are very happy -- Bushrod, Jr. wishes to trade his Kanawha land for land near Centerville -- what is Bushrod's opinion of this land? -- desires Bushrod to help him find purchaser for his lands, Blenheim and Haywood -- wishes to sell, pay debts and divide rest among children -- \"there seems to be little hope of getting out of debt by cropping\" -- he presses suit against Mr. [Wm.] Robinson for £560 -- Robinson has no claim to money from land sold to George Washington and others after death of his daughter [Ann A. Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, docketed \"Wm. A. Washington about Mr. Robinson's claim,\" laminated, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. $2.25 for 9 lbs. of sole leather ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoem \"Washington's Requiem\" by Virginia Cary. D. 1 page. A poem in praise of G.W., written in 1800 or 1806 \"on seeing a picture of Mount Vernon with the grave of Washington.\" (Date might be 1800). Date on original catalog appears 180[6 ?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Deals with two letters reputedly written by G.W. to [Thomas Jefferson] after the Mazzei letter [Thos. Jefferson to Philip Mazzei, Ap. 24, 1796; famous controversial letter, after which G.W. was said never to have written T.J. again]--Tobias Lear employed by Judge W-n to assort the General's papers, and letters now missing, plus a diary for important presidential years--[accuses no one, but implies Lear took them]--tries to reconcile General's statement [that he never wrote T.J. again after the Mazzei letter] with truth--congratulates Pickering on speech against embargo--mentions [John] Adams \"lives a mournful spectacle of blind and courtly obedience to Presidential will.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, [first part of letter missing], laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Estate of George Washington with Lawrence Lewis. A.D. 2 pages. Account of money spent and received by Lewis as executor of G.W.'s estate - includes taxes on Kentucky land, City taxes, taxes on property in Alexandria, rents paid to Mr. Fitzhugh for rent of land for free negroes and money for support of free negroes. Autograph document in hand of Lewis, docketed by Lewis \"No. 3 the Estate of Genl. Washington in Acct. with Lawe. Lewis.\" Laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. The amount paid Dr. Peyton about settles Custis's account to estate -- asks Bushrod to send old bonds he gave at 1st sale to Woodlawn, where he can pick them up, along with any papers relating to his estate the \"Forest of Washington,\" bequeathed him by the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod W., laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rock Hill. Bushrod comments on Aaron Burr's efforts to separate western states -- thinks his plan an absurd for one of his intellect and feels he cannot succeed -- Burr should be arrested and tried if any crime can be found -- mentions the costly delays of Congress -- says his fondness for ladies is increased by his high opinion of his wife, Henrietta Spotswood -- makes comments on Burd's romance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Bushrod Washington Mt. Vernon,\" postmarked \"Washington City, Feb. 14\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bushrod Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 1 page. Madison transmits to Bushrod Washington the papers of Fielding Lewis who died before they could be processed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Madison.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. As Bushrod is leaving home for an extended period he asks to leave charge of nephews John and Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington, who are in school, to Reid -- asks Reid to furnish them with any clothing or other articles they need -- no extravagances -- and 2 or 3 dollars a month pocket money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Note while the letter appears to be addressed to 'James New,' the editors at the Washington Papers discovered that Bushrod Washington's poor handwriting actually is written to James Reid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMarshall writes that, at the request of Bushrod Washington, he is sending \"the enclosed letters\" (not present) but was unable to find \"the letter of Mr. S. Washington to which that of the 2d of April is an answer.\" Marshall was given access to the papers of George Washington to write his biography. Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis served as executors of Washington's estate and were likely requesting papers back from Marshall in order to settle Washington's account with his nephew Saumel T. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA receipt in Washington's hand for \"4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\" Docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". Autograph document signed, in hand of Washington, fragment, docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". For 4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. They haven't heard from him in a long while and tax money due -- has he heard of the atrocious outrage by British Admiral Berkley on the flag of the United States [Chesapeake-Leopard affair] -- Commodore Douglas, the Triumph and Melampus, the Bellona and the Leopard, schooner Revenge to go to England with dispatches -- meanwhile seaports to be fortified -- \"Something like War this, spirit of 76 up\" -- \"War rather than a disgraceful peace\" -- hopes to see him -- Gabriel \"must want more Negroes by this time, I shall have it in my power to furnish you\" -- Eleanor (Nelly) sends good wishes, but says Gabriel hasnt answered her letter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked Alexa Va. July 22, laminated, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears as [1807] July 22.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New Port. Awaits confinement of his wife [Henrietta Spotswood] hourly [Anne Eliza Washington, born 1807]--anxious to go to Westmoreland to see about workmen and how house goes along--sure Laurel Grove will be ready for occupancy by time Henrietta's confinement is over--will see him shortly to get things for housekeeping--expects kitchen furniture to come highest--purchases to be made--will get by on minimum this year--can get these articles in Alexa.--for money to pay workman, will sell Mr. Spotswood 500 acres in Ky. [W. A. W-n] offered him--will pay [his father] a dollar per acre--hears treaty has been ratified, if so will enhance price of [ ]--George [Corbin W-n] must look like a married man by now--requests he see that corn field at Laurel Grove be laid down in wheat--Mr. Rose, who holds his note for $400 is to issue writ against him--asks [father] to let him have money out of first crops and he can deduct this from his wheat crop when it is ready. Autograph letter signed, with long postscript on cover, docketed by W. A. Washington \"My Son Bushrod's Letter agreeing to give me one Dollar pr. acre for 500 acres Land in Kentucky the half of 1000 Acres between Majr. Butler and myself and to be conveyed in the same way as my Agreement with Jesse Richardson. Sept. 8th 1807.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regarding settling account of Mrs. Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$1.50 pd. on account of John Chew ... [addressed to Colo. Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for $200. for 6 months house rent ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Long letter about the health and travels of her husband and brother ... sends this letter by her husband, Bushrod W-n ... regrets Miss Sinclair and Betsy cannot visit her this winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\" Someone had docketed the letter and has identified writer and recepient.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 page. Request for three bushels of corn. Docketed \"5 Baggs lent at 3 Bushells each in the car at several different times.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill and receipt. 8 entries - all for shoes apparently for the Negroes... 10 pairs for $16.82.\" Receipted by Corcoran on Oct. 10, 1809.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. A.D. 3 pages. Docketed. Interesting record of dress making materials... Variety of fabrics represented, gloves, fans, stockings, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 pairs of shoes for $3.50. Bill made out by Wm. Parsons for Thomas Corcoran. Addressed to Colonel Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Grape Hill. Reports advertisement in Winchester paper of 2 tracts of land owned by A[ndrew] Park. (Lawrence probably son of Samuel and his 4th wife Anne Steptoe).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regarding debts of Mrs. Law. To Mr. John Law, Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding repayment of Mrs. Law's debts, his proposal and conditions for taking responsibility for them.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$2.15 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$30.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$5.00 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of fees against Lawrence Lewis, Fairfax County. D.S. 1 page. Fees owed by Lewis to the Fairfax County court through his business as executor of George Washington's estate. Signed by William Moss, clerk of the court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor repairing a wagon wheel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends this by Gabriels friend Byrd Willis who visits Kentucky intending to settle there -- George hopes Byrd will look at his (Georges) land there if he gets as far as Green River -- Warner and Gabriel's letter was received -- Warner Lewis speaks well of Georges land on Lost Creek -- would like Gabriel to show it to Byrd -- Gabriel did not like Georges proposal about the division of their land -- attack of gout keeps George home but he will try to get to Kentucky and arrange a better division of the land -- Gabriel's father, John Lewis, is well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSigned check made payable to Docr. Charles Worthington for the amount of $38.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e2 pages. Consents to a proposal for the Dismal Swamp property purchase by Gen. Lee from G. Washington's estate. He believes the proposal will satisfy the interests of the legatees.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank of Columbia, Georgetown.$11.41 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. Hawthorn. Concerns \"a box of papers which related to the executorship\" of the estate of Lawrence's father Samuel Washington [1734-1781]. Lawrence asks Samuel to help clear the name of his deceased brother George Steptoe Washington [1771-1809] by altering previous testimony Samuel had made regarding these papers. \"I feel a confidence ... that this act of justice, to my brother's memory will be done with promptness.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDaniel C. Brent, Dumfries Virginia, writes to Col. William Washington, concerning land and timber upon the property located in Stafford, Virginia, and the mortgage left between General \"Light Horse\" Harry Lee and Mrs. Fitzhugh which is currently held up the county court. Henry Lee was placed in debtors' prison as a result for not paying on his land transactions. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bond of Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood, administrator and administratrix of Robert Wood, deceased, to deliver 4 head horses to \"Edward McGuire's Hotel in Winchester,\" the place of appointed sale of the 2nd Saturday in February. Partly printed, endorsed, laminated. Signed by Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 Bible, $3.00. Receipted by Eben. Macdonald.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes regarding Gen. Lee's account with the estate of George Washington -- he is unable to locate Lees bond -- also mentions statement of Mr. Bassett's account with estate -- in a postscript he says that he found Lees bond amongst the Suffolk papers. Autograph letter signed, with postscript on integral cover, mounted, red seal, (good, with heraldic device). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this one has docketing: \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\".) Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\", silked, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this lacks docketing.) Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file. [See copy of same letter, same date, docketed by B. W-n, \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to W. W. Lewis\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Family letter... her health not good; under the care of Dr. Dangerfield ... her friend, Eliza Smith, wrote of the activities of their friends ... Miss Vanderings, Frederick Campbell, P Coleman, Dr. Nelson, Miss Re, M. Randolph are some of the names mentioned in the letter ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Anna Maria writes her dear brother news of the \"Doctor\" [Stuart] and family, a visit at Ossian Hall, and \"Aunt Lewis\" and family at Woodlawn -- wishes to have thread spun to knit stockings for her two brothers George Fayette and Charles for they are \"much more pleasant in Summer than cotton\" but is having trouble finding someone to do the spinning for her -- Aunt Lewis has knitted purses for them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (RG). Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Includes account of fees against Stuart at the end of the letter with entries from 1806 to 1810. Addressed to \"Doctor David Stuart, Ossian Hall, Fairfax County.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor acct.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e3 pairs shoes, $5.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eText, quarto with paper binding. 26 pages.  Consists of rules and regulations of the Mutual Assurance Company against Fire in Buildings in the State of Virginia. Same company which insured Bushrod Washington's Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form with [manuscript] completions: \"City and County of New-York, ss. I [Charles Dickinson] one of the Alderman of the City of New-York, and a Judge of the Court of Common pleas, called the Mayor's Court, ... Do Certify, That on this day [Norman Washington] Residing in the said city a [Black] man exhibited proof before me, reduced to writing, of the freedom of him ... I Do Further Certify that the said [Norman] ... was born at [Mount Vernon] in [the State of Virginia] and that he [was born] free .... Given under my hand, this [Twenty fourth] day of April in the year one thousand eight hundred and eleven.]\" Includes physical description of Norman Washington; and gives his age as \"about Twenty Seven years.\" 1 page, 20 x 17 cm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph note signed and initialed by Bushrod Washington, regarding a mortgage payment and deed certification.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Neale desires information of Margaret Keith from Ireland, who accompanied Gen. Washington on all his campaigns in the Revolution until 1779 or 1780 -- she had several illegitimate children, of which the writer seems to be one -- he has been enabled to rise in a small degree above his lowly beginnings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover badly burned and torn, laminated, docketed by B.W. Name on original manuscript appears as \"James G.W. N.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStatement of debts, Samuel Washington. D.S. 12 pages, folio. Drawn up to effect a settlement of a dispute between Lawrence Washington, Bushrod Washington and Joseph Nourse (U.S. Treasury). Includes various members of Washington family and sizable debt owed to John Parke Custis, deceased.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Note asking Mr. Beverley to send $26.4 by the bearer. Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, quarter sheet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Beall to a Mr. Bennett (?) who has proposed marriage to Evans' daughter, who, it seems, has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Beall. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. B. Evans.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. The heirs of Thornton Washington, son of Samuel, give their written assent to Bushrod to \"Dismiss suit against Col. Lee\" if the land in question can be sold at good price -- they wish to settle affairs of the Thornton Washington estate.  Autograph letter signed, in hand of ? , docketed by B.W. \"T. and Sam Washington Rock Hall.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Llewellyn. Family matters -- Parke often talks with her about him [Gabriel] -- distance from Kentucky is nothing, as Warner will prove -- Warner with them now but soon to return to Lexington and Logan -- Gabriel's wife and two boys [Richard Bibb and John Gabriel Lewis] -- Mary Ann to stay with Mrs. Lee -- wishes to see him and his family in Virginia again -- wishes he were there to act as nursemaid, housekeeper etc. for her again -- Warner is o.k. at this, but he has a roving disposition and won't remain long in one place -- Howell [Lewis] studying mathmatics in Alexandria -- wishes he [Howell] would use influence with his cousin, \"Queen Dolla lolla\" [Dolly Madison?] to get reinstated in Navy with more advantageous appointment -- \"I have at Woodlawn the finest bed of Mint for Juleps that I have ever seen\" -- would brew them for his father's [John Lewis's] use -- sends gifts to his boys and wife -- Mr. Lewis and \"my four darlings\" send regards.  Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Living in retirement at LaGrange ... some general information on state of European politics ... heard that John Marshall to publish a 2nd. edition of his Life of W-n ... requests Bushrod to send him his (L-e's) correspondence with Gen. W-n and copies of GW's letters to him ... Lafayette's papers lost in \"revolutionary storms of Europe.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Paris. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Sequel: Bushrod apprently sent the correspondence which is now (1963) in the library of Lafayette College. See also 1811 D.B. Warden to Dec. 20 Bushrod W-n.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Paris. Offers to act as the go-between for Lafayette and Bushrod correspondence ... also Mr. Graham of the State Dept. if Bushrod agrees to send the GW-Lafayette correspondence ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. B. Warden.\" See 1811 - Lafayette to Bushrod Wn Dec. 15.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, 1 page. Receipt for recording the Memorial of G. Washington's ex[ecutors] deed \"to you.\" Partly printed ms., fragment, docketed \"Robt. Lewis\" and \"Stafford.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. A summary of the Cresap suit against the estate of GW, regarding the title to Round Bottom, (Ohio River) sold by GW in 1798 to Archibald McClean of Alexandria. The summary appears to be in the handwriting of B. W-n. The litigation lasted over 15 years and the substance of the suit remained the same. Therefore the absence of a specific on the document makes it difficult to place.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Henry Lee writes to Col. Nicholas Rogers sending his condolences regarding the recent death of Rogers' wife Eleanor. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBank certificate, Signed by John A. Washington for the amount of $180.00.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder to pay, Union Bank Geo. Town. George Corbin Washington to Thomas Beall. Pay Thomas Beall on demand $476.10.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is \"perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings\" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Mar. 23.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Independence. Describes the merits of 2 tracts of land in Montgomery Cty., both for sale, one nr. The Court House, the other about 8 miles from Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Berry.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Mentions a note having been endorsed by Colo. Deneale--unable to collect the money and requests further indulgence--is paying a certain amount and will endorse a note for $500.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Advises Bushrod Washington on his wife's treatment \"to complete the conquest which Mrs. Washington has happily made in part over her attachment to laudanum\" -- Rush directs a gradual lessening of the dose to nothing -- suggests various infusions, including ginger tea, bitters, spirits of hartshorne, and strong porter or wine -- asks Bushrod to pass on his words that \"the habitual use of opium is often attended with the most serious and distressing consequences [including] idiotism and madness\" -- he hopes her resolution to be cured is equal to her judgment on the subject of the letter. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W. \"Doct. Rush Advice for Mrs. Washington\", laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Payment in full for medical services.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. D. 1 page. Document docketed \"Washington to Morgan $234.6\", laminated.Bond to pay $468.12 with the condition that the bond is void if $234.06 is paid by Sept. 15 1813. Signed by Henry and Warner Washington [Jr.]. Witnessed by Benj. Taylor. On reverse, \"By cash of the within by Benj. Taylor Sixty five dollars (signed) B. Taylor, March 20 1813\" and \"June 18 1813 by Cash of Benj. Taylor Eighty Dollars.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck. A.D.S. 1 page. Custis's check on Farmers Bank of Alexandria for $145. Autograph document signed, endorsed by Dawson, canceled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Washington. Harper's name does not appear on original manuscript, but in this letter to his daughter he describes his recent visit to Mount Vernon -- says he was well-received but that the place is quite run down except for the mansion itself -- the garden and hothouses (with their lemon trees) did earn his praise.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Gray agrees to purchase W-n's land in Westmoreland Cty. on the Potomac $20. an acre for 800 acres and $10. an acre for the balance pending a survey ... Gray to pay 100 shares of $100. each of Potomac Bank Stock when deeds are drawn ... payments out lined ... Washington reserves the grave yard and 50 ft. sq. at Wakefield to include the spot on which GW was born ... witnessed by Bushrod W-n, R. G. Robb, James Miller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) \"in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Previously sent remittance of a balance owed back to him. Discusses a Superior Court suit of Mr. Washington. Addressed to \"Doctr. David Stuart, Ossian Hall, near Alexandria.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor\" with date.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Bishop William White. Concerns a candidate for the ministry, Mr. Milnor, who White believes will be \"useful to our Church, and to the Causes of Religion in general ...\" White is editing a defense of Church doctrine and will send Washington a copy. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". On reverse is docket \"Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields.\" and notation \"at request of Judge Washington.\" There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names \"John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and \"will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort\" (Fort Washington) where \"the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men\" are understood to be stationed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum of agreement, D. 3 pages. Agreement for sale of 85 1/2 acres of timbered land and 125 acres cleared land by Washington, near Charlestown -- Ranson to pay $60 per acre for wooded and $40 per acre for cleared -- terms of payment -- Washington to have it surveyed and give proper title. Document, docketed, laminated. Signed by Geo. F. Washington and Mathw. Ranson, witnessed by John Yates.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Georgetown. A chatty letter containing one of the very early descriptions of Mount Vernon during the occupancy of Bushrod Washington: Went by barge -- 16 miles -- left at sunrise -- the plantation reduced to 4000 acres -- about 60 working slaves besides house servants and 15 or 20 children -- appearance of neglect, need for superintendence visible -- present appearances did not comport with dignity of the great man who left it -- garden contains rare and wonderful exotics, lemon and fig trees, fine apples, coconuts -- gardener a german, has been there 25 years -- house has \"a charming situation, with a fine growth of tall venerable trees at one end of it, with seats around many of the trees. There is a piazza the whole length of the house in front pav'd with large square stones. It commands a fine view of the river and adjacent country. We were invited into the \"banqueting-room,\" to see the celebrated chimney-piece, which is superb marble of various colours, exquisitely wrought ...\" -- pictures of the present owners, Mrs. Crawford her sister, furniture like that of dining rooms, in addition a large organ and a tall piece of furniture \"that I did not know the use of\" -- did not see the Judge or Mrs. Washington -- heard her piano sounding at a distance -- she is in very delicate health -- spends most of her time with her music -- scarcely ever sees her servants except her spinners to whom she gives their weekly portion of spinning -- \"sister Ann remark'd how well she should like to be mistress of such an establishment, and put things in order, cloathe the naked children, (for strange as it may seem, we saw such) ... We went to the vault where moulders all that was mortal of Washington\" -- describes Col. Wharton, death of his wife -- was once a friend -- to meet the celebrated Mrs. General Wilkinson and sister, french women from New Orleans -- has several fine birds, a mocking bird. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Georget Col., laminated, watermark (Amies and a dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Proud.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Promise to pay $460.66 2/3 for value received from John Washington, to Wm. A.G. Dade as administrator of estate of Gwynn W. Baylor [possibly Walker Gwynn Baylor, born Virginia ca. 1780]. Docketing notes it is \"Benefit of Mrs. J. A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington. Document signed, fragment, docketed \"Mr. Washingtons note to Wm. A.P. Dade $460.66 2/3 benefit of Mrs. F.A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 3 pages. Deed of land, 309 acres of land in Jefferson County to George Fayette Washington in exchange for payment of 4 bonds. If bonds are paid to Washington in time, deed to be void. Witnesses Matthew Ranson, John Yates, William Stanhope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted stock certificates. Purchased at various times between 1813 and 1828.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e$6.50 for subscription to the Federal Republican.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence and Eleanor rejoice in his safe arrival -- bank deposit agreeable to promise -- asks him to pay back taxes on land sold Joseph Lewis -- encloses notes of tenants on Rough Creek land -- send his five dollars to Federal Republican to have their paper sent to Warner at Russellsville -- they now publish a daily for $10 too -- news, Bonaparte's complete overthrow, loss of 82,000 men -- messenger from England with peace dispatches, prices dropped at the news -- rumor of a cabinet council to consider peace -- Armstrong the only one for war -- demo.'s upset over Boney's upset -- strange that men rejoice in his successes and upset at his defeat -- our relations with France if exposed would reveal corruption -- Warner's father [John Lewis] indebted to George Washington estate, how to close account -- fears it is not in his power to pay it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. He hopes to hear Congress's report concerning the Glebe Land and land in the District, but disappointed so far. Also in regards to new jail in Alexandria, he believes citizens should not have to pay taxes for new jail as they were already taxed for the one in Fairfax County. To the Hon. Joseph Lewis,  a Member of Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. John Littlejohn, collector of the revenue for the 22nd collection district of Virginia, collects duty of $10.00 from David Stuart for and upon a four wheel carriage called a coachee which is owned by Stuart.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Greenwood. Anna writes to her brother George Fayette of her ill health over a long period -- pain in breast and cough -- describes the medicines she has been taking and efforts to get a doctor from Fredericksburg or elsewhere -- hopes to visit him in summer by packet \"if the British will be good enough to keep out of the way.\" -- writes of her children, Charles and Churchill -- scolds him for not writing. Autograph letter signed, (under cover of letter of March 1) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. She sends the letter written fortnight ago [see letter of 12 February 1815 -- it was not sent earlier because Jack was struck with rheumatism and could not carry it to Alexandria -- again rebukes her brother for not writing -- her health is improved, but pain and cough continue. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] Mar. 2,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, to Robert Brent, Department of War. Lear writes as official of the Department of war, Accounts Office on official business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Expresses concern over a report of her brother's illness -- describes her own poor health -- will try to come up to see him if he is still ill -- explicitly prays to the Lord for his consolation and recovery. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"by Jack Cole\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes to console his brother Robert on the recent death of his son, who was preserved so long to him, which only made the wound deeper -- Lawrence offers Christian consolations -- postscript says that the watch key was received as gift. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark, in pencil \"on my brother Robert's death 1823.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 2 pages. Third person note to \"Uncle Beverley\" informing him that some lands are scheduled to be sold for taxes if they are not played. Mentions that certain lots acquired under the Byrd lottery should be claimed for her children. Sarah Tayloe Washington (Widow of Col. Wm A. Washington). S. T. Washington refers to herself as \"Miss.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Gov Johnson and Genl. Washington,\" written on reverse \"Signer Constitution and Sup. Court,\" and on face of letter \"This is from Gov. T. Johnson of Md. who nominated Washington to be Commander in Chief,\" laminated, watermark (5 pt. star enclosing CS). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Thos. Johnson.\" Johnson encloses one of General Washington's letters, of which he has several, which Hatch may keep -- apparently as a collectible relic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorandum of agreement, D. 1 page. Francis Washington is to deliver 1000 bushels of wheat to James English's father's barn sometime in November -- Washington to be paid 7 shillings per bushel. Document, docketed \"English and Washington agt.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1815]. Signed by Warner Washington, Francis Washington and James English. Witnessed by Reade Washington. Receipt on reverse for money signed by Francis W. Washington, dated November 5, 1815.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Summons to the Washington Family pertaining to a lawsuit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Handwritten copy of a unanimous resolution by the General Assembly of Virginia that the governor be allowed to open correspondence with Bushrod Washington to permit the remains of George Washington and Martha Washington to be reinterred near the Virginia capital beneath a monument to be erected at public expense. Document, docketed \"Copy of Resolutions for the erection of a Monument to the Memory of George Washington,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts \"a vague report in circulation here\" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake -- mentions that is in her 74th year. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. In hand of a third party. Mrs. Lewis presents to Mr. Pitkin a cup and saucer that used to belong to George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, Mount Vernon, to an unidentified newspaper. Bushrod asks that the paper discontinue its ad for sale of part of the Mount Vernon estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Deposited $50 to his credit in the bank of Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLafayette writes to Bushrod Washington to introduce associates, including Col. Bernard, who will be traveling in Virginia, and to ask about the transfer of his letters to George Washington back in France.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Transfer of land title, George Corbin Washington and others. 1816, Jan. 31: Geo. C. Washington to James Magruder of land called the \"Lodge\" agreeable to Washington's contract with Samuel Fitzhugh ... 1816, June 24: Magruder conveys it to Jacob Wagner ... 1816, June 26: Magruder directs Washington to convey \"Lodge\" to Wagner ... 1819, Mar. 23: Wagner directs Washington to convey it to Robt. and John Oliver ... 1819, Apr.: \"Lodge\" deeded by Thos. Beall of Geo. Town to The Olivers ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Reports that it is too late to submit the claim this season. But, if he has a seat next year he will do everything in his power to procure its admission. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. S. T. Washington, daughter of Col. Wm A. and Sarah Tayloe (3rd wife). Letter to her uncle asking for one hundred dollars. Refers to property in Richmond which is rightfully her family's and the Byrd lottery properties. (Great niece of GW thru elder brother Augustine). Autograph letter signed, wax, seal, W-n Family cipher - excellent impressions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, A.D.S. 1 page. Fitzhugh's receipt to Lewis (on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate) \"for rents due on a tenement on the Ravensworth tract.\" Note on verso records payment \"on acct. of Land rented for Free Negroes.\" Autograph document signed, with notes on verso in the hand of Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Long description of his impressions of Washington, including an account of a visit to Mount Vernon. He met Bushrod Washington and later dined at Woodlawn with Nelly Custis Lewis. She presented him with an ivory button said to have belonged to G.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. An ivory button accompanied this letter and is in the museum collections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture. D.S. 4 pages. George Corbin Washington, nephew of Bushrod Washington, as trustee of George Washington's lot in Washington, DC, sells to English the General's Capitol Hill lots. George Washington's house on Capitol Hill was destroyed by fire during the War of 1812.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCircular letter, L.S. 1 page. A printed letter to legatees of George Washington's estate regarding Henry Banks' claim to the Kentucky land forming part of the estate -- Banks's claim is good and he has agreed to make equal division of land -- his agent will sell it and divide proceeds -- legatees need either to return a power of attorney in this matter or, if they desire to deal separately, contact Banks themselves. Letter signed, integral cover, (addressed in hand of L. Lewis), laminated). Names on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\" and \"Law Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Montgomery County, Maryland, Medley Hills. Mentions an enclosed certificate [missing] attesting to his Revolutionary service in the 7th Maryland Regiment and Regiment No. 1 ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e8 bills and 1 undated envelope. Bills charged to Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington as executors of George Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod Washington responds to Mr. Lunell concerning his uncle's, George Washington, character and personality. He describes him as being \"comtemplative\", \"reserved\", \"distinguished\" yet \"kind and affectionate\" to relatives, and having \"consummate wisdom.\" He mentions his fondness for \"rural employment\" and skill at managing his plantation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. An agreement whereby Lewis (George Washington's nephew) will sell approx. 550 acres in Jefferson County, called Rock Hall, to Ranson for $17,115. The transaction is to occur as soon as Lewis receives the deed; the land was involved in a lawsuit between the \"Executors of Genl. Geo. Washington Plaintiff and Gerard Alexander and other Defendants.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To the Cashier, Bank of Columbia, Georgetown. Re: Payment of $300 note. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Annapolis. Gov. Goldsborough's defense of his congressional conduct in 1814 when the question of removing the seat of gov't from Washington was discussed and a resolution voted on ... a Maj. Peter has charged the Gov. with being hostile to the Capital City ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eElegy of George Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. Written \"on board the Steam Boat\" \"We come, kind Sir, to gaze upon the earth That gave Columbia's mighty hero birth. We come to heave the patriotic sigh Upon the tomb, where now his ashes lie ...\" On cover is a signature: \"Eleanor P. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Deposition of George Fayette Washington before WIlliam Waters, justice of the peace in Washington, D.C. -- deposer is the only surviving son of George A. Washington, late a Lieutenant in Virginia continental line -- claim for U.S. bounty lands -- his brother Charles A. and sister Anna Maria Thornton are dead, and sister's sons Charles A. ad Churchill J. Thornton to receive half. Document signed, docketed \"Memo. May 2d to ex. and Rept. tomorrow,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter. Is returning the shoes which are not Mrs. Washington's ... please return to rightful owner ... Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Account of payment due Taylor from Washington mostly on taxes that Taylor had paid on behalf of Washington in Kentucky and Ohio. Possibly George Fayette Washington. Autograph document signed, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George F. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Lynchburg. Distressed over his illness -- Nelly Custis Lewis away from Woodlawn. Mentions Washington Custis going to the aid of a relative in Mississippi. Other family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on orginal manuscript appears as \" B. Carter.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Writing in the third person, Eleanor expresses her gratitude for Dr. Parrish's treatment of her \"suffering child\" and encloses payment for his services. Dr. Parrish noted Mrs. Lewis' connection with GW and the identity of the child [Agnes] who died under his care. Autograph letter, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Labeled at top \"Extract.\" Description of visit to gardens, greenhouses and tomb. Visit was probably conducted by John C. Ehlers. Autograph document signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore speaks of his philosophies of life and death: \"Death .. is ... the brightest and most glorious moment to man .. if death was the body's enemy, it was the soul's good friend.\" Discusses his ideas about a treatment for yellow fever which Moore \"accidently\" discovered in 1817. It involves the use of mercury and calomel. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington [Jr.] for $687.10, issued by the clerk's office of the Supreme Court of Law of Frederick county, because of a debt to Alexander Porter -- returnable the first Monday in February Signed by Warner and Perrin Washington. A printed form with manuscript additions. Document signed, partly printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore explains that he wishes to leave Virginia and return to South Carolina, where \"I meet with encouragment in my profession, and great civility in my social intercourse with an enlightened and polished people.\" Claims that he is \"without money,\" he asks Washington to lend him money to travel to South Carolina. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Princeton. William writes to his half brother requesting money to pay spring session bill at school (as he had to do in the fall) and some doctor bills -- he has written home for money, but there seems to be no money in Westmoreland -- he has been ill -- will try to see Judge Bushrod Washington who is in Trenton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"W.A. Washington Jr.\", laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA mansucript check for cash of the Bank of Potomac, signed by John Augustine Washington II. To be paid to N. Herbert of Alexandria for dividends due on his stock.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 2 pages. Mason Co. on the Kanawa. As the sole tenant of this parcel of land Fleaharty requests the position of manager. He pleads his case with true rustic eloquence. Mentions having salt on property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bond for $750.22 for Warner Washington [Jr.] to deliver 10 head of horses to court house in Winchester on July 2. Signed by all three Washingtons. Document, partly printed, docketed \"Porter ass vs. ? Washington D Bond 18th Oct. [Natirisel ?] and Jud. 618\" and \"Notice given to all parties on the 21st day of Sept. to 4th day of October Court\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \" Warner Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Angela [about 8 yrs. old] writes to her brother of visitors to their home -- their sister [Parke] is away at a wedding at Mrs. Van Ness's -- their mother, E.P. Lewis, adds her own note to Lorenzo on the verso -- she writes that a letter from him to Ped [Angela] would give her much pleasure -- did he receive $5 she sent in a letter before Christmas? -- Parke is in Washington for the wedding -- concludes with family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, postmarked \"Alexa Jan. 1\", torn and mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catolog card appears as 1821 [Dec.] 31 Monday.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. Land paper presented to Palemon H. Winchester of Madison Co. by James Monroe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for corporation taxes pd. by Washington for Thomas and Ann Beall and for himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Early description of Mount Vernon--went to visit Mt. V. with Mr. Sibley of Michigan and Mr. Schoolcraft, author and minerologist--custom seems to be to go thru mansion and around grounds with no ceremony, no matter whether Judge W. and family are there or not--\"The house is of wood - old, plain and has rather a gothic appearance ... A stranger is struck with the plainness, and I may add, the stiffness of appearance by which the whole is characterized.\"--\"The changes [since G.W.'s death] which have taken place are ... chiefly produced by decay - few from purposed alteration; and on the whole one would be led to think that the General paid no great regard to ornament and that whatever he attempted in that way he was unsuccessful.\"--exotic fruits and flowers in green house--\"Many of the ornamental trees and shrubs appear to have been planted promiscuously, without order or regularity. This was far more agreable to my eye than the sharp points and angles in which the box borders of the garden were arranged--plucked a piece of cedar from G.W.'s tomb. Autograph letter signed, watermark. Early description of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Belmont. Discussion of slavery: \"Some Legalized Kidnappers might be usefully employed in scouring our State of all your fugitive slaves; and if you could colonize all the sooty race, nothing better could be done.\" Peters is angered at the abolitionists, those \"antiflagellating benevolents\". Finally, Peters hopes Washington regains his health, \"so that you may be strong, and work hard on your colonization Scheme; so that all [the slaves] may be returned to the happy regions of their forefathers...\" Mentions Bushrod's \"malady,\" lamenting that \"your appetite was often your worst enemy; and its indulgence in improper gratifications has often nourished, in place of destroying your disease... I once knew a hardy Scotchman killed, when convalescent and recovering from a bilious complaint, by gratifying his appetitite in the treat of a boiled scotch herring.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pages. Fairfax County. Early description of Mount Vernon in an unsigned, incomplete letter -- description of house -- \"The whole structure has lately undergone a thorough repair and has in every respect the same appearance as when the General died, except a small portico which the Judge has erected at the south end of the mansion.\" -- description of bowling green and trees, gardens, and exotic plants -- description of main hall and key to Bastille -- \"The Judge now uses the General's study as a dining room. The General's library contains a huge and handsome collection of Books.\" -- American and fallow deer on the estate. Autograph letter, incomplete, unsigned, laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Printed notice of July 4, 1822 over Bushrod Washington's name, forbidding permission to steam boat parties and other groups to use Mt. Vernon for \"eating, drinking and dancing parties\" -- \"unpleasant circumstances\" led to his notice -- \"respectable strangers\" can still continue to visit, except on Sundays -- below this is printed a later form letter stating that the published notice has been ignored and he intends to sue boat companies who bring parties to Mt. Vernon -- on reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement of the debt due Tracy.\" in hand of Bushrod Washington -- the account covers 1824-1826. Document, printed, docketed \"Mr Scott's statement of bal. due 1 Jany 1826\" and \"Bushrod Washington protest against making Mt. Vernon a dance and lunch [ ] 1822.\" [On reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement\" 1826 Jan. 1].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Harpers Ferry to Charles Town. Letter about the preparation of a wedding cake.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. George Corbin writes his uncle that he has just returned from Green Hill -- this morning he saw Mr. Beverly who is undecided about selling his [Negro] boy to Bushrod Washington -- Dick is about 18 years old and has resided in the District about 3 years -- questions legality of removing a slave to Virginia by purchase -- advises Bushrod to consult Virginia law on this -- he purchased some of finest English and Dutch cattle at sale of the property of Mr. Wm. Williams of Frederick County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W., postmarked Georn. Ca., Jan. 21,\" laminated, red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEarly description of Mount Vernon and certificate of authenticity for painting of Great Falls. Also includes copy, same date.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter, 2 pages. To the Superior Court of the Chancery of the Winchester District. Answer of the complaint against him by Geo. Wm. Fairfax and others regarding his trusteeship of the estate of Ferdinand Fairfax and Eliza Blair Fairfax. He wishes to relinquish his responsibility due to failing health.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. King George County. Written by a grandson of Augustine Washington, George Washington's half-brother, this letter asks about dividing the remainder of George Washington's estate among his immediate family -- his brother and sister have died, so how should their share be divided? -- Bushrod's reply, dated 1823 May 27, is drafted on page 3 of the manuscript -- the judge gives his opinion of legal distribution of remainder of the estate among heirs of Ann Ashton -- a suit has been brought for final settlement and the courts will decide. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W. \"letter and answer.\" [Bushrod W.'s answer is drafted on back sheet of letter]. [John N. Ashton was a grandson of Augustine Washington, G.W.'s half-brother].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. \"Bush. Washington\" writes to Charles Lewis Esq, regarding a possible arbitration or suit. Letter mentions Mr.Thomas Swann, Mr. Robert I. Taylor, and Mr. Walter Jones. Handwritten note at the bottom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New Orleans. Erwin writes in regard to collecting an account -- he doesn't want to call on \"our mutual friend Johnny Anderson\" for payment of his note, because Anderson considers himself a great man thereabouts and he has promised to pay upon the sale of his crop -- \"our friend Henry Johnston will be our next governor.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, postmarked \"New Orl. L Sept 15,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Jefferson. Re: A suit against a \"John Washington\" administrator of the estate of John Throckmorton. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Belmont. A discussion of a legal case, Penn vs. Cline, and Peters' opinion on land speculators. Written on the anniversary of GW's birth, Peters relates that \"This day brings into my mind many old recollections, both painful and pleasant\" and that he is going into Philadelphia to celebrate the birthday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Expressing concern over L.L's indisposition News of the death of a friend killed by an explosion in a steam boiler. News of several marriages. Visit of Judge Johnson and Edward Livingston; good prospects for the Judge's election. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\" Integral cover, wax seal (broken).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Peters writes about publications, sending Washington six copies for his approval before printing. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. \"I this day made a settlement with Mr. Daingerfield Lewis of my private account with my Brother George Lewis and I find exclusive of the property sold by my Brother at Mill Brook he stands indebted to me Five hundred and twenty one dollars and fifty nine cents ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Letter with cross-writing. Wishing him a quick recovery from his indisposition. News of the preparations for her impending visit to Phila. News of her household. Integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. GWPC's letter accompanies a plate of the States china which is given to Mrs. [Trumbull], the widow of the late Gov. Trumbull.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed form signed by Samuel J. Cramer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Concerning the executors of Washington's will.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - \"MaHa Bridge\" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph document signed in the hand of Bushrod Washington, for the sale of land in Prince William County called Yorkshire Farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Writing in French, Frestel assures Nelly of his and G.W. Lafayette's affection for her -- they bid farewell to America where they have been received with such kindness -- can add nothing to what Georges has told her -- admonishes her to always remain as she is -- respects to her mother, grandmother and sisters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"recommended to the care of my M. friend George Washington Lafayette\" laminated, watermark, in French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Monticello. Lafayette expresses his affection for Nelly and her brother G.W.P. Custis -- and says he share more when he travels near her at the end of the month -- [This letter is also quoted by Nelly in letter of Nov. 22 to Eliz. Bordley Gibson]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Char. Va. Nov. 10\", laminated, red seal with device blurred, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Writing from Mount Vernon, Judge Washington provides his nephew with introductions to two Westmoreland Co. judges and gives advice on passing the Virginia bar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Estate of Thos. Peter indebtedness to estate of G.W.--Receipted to G.W. Peter by John A. Washington, attorney in fact for G.W.P. Custis, surviving executor of G.W. Document, endorsed \"Thomas Peter and wife,\" and \"Washington Exer. v. Washington Legatees, marked \"No. 21.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account with the Estate of Washington including expenses incurred by him from 1825 to 1833 for housing, food, clothing, medical attendance, and other items. Lewis states that all his other accounts with the Executor of the Estate are now settled and if anyone should desire to examine same he may do so. \"On account of Old free Negroes of the Estate.\" Autograph document signed, folio size invoice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received copies of George Washington's letters from Chief Justice John Marshall -- will take them to Philadelphia in March -- proposes terms for publication and fee involved -- the Chief Justice thinks there will be 3 volumes. Autograph letter signed, draft. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEleanor C. Stuart draws a personal check for $140.00 on the Bank of Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Leesburg. Regarding land and rent on the Yorkshire farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding Harrison's brother's books to be returned.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, Alexandria, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington II, Mount Vernon, regarding books and supply of sugar in the store room. Bushrod asked his nephew to bring to Alexandria some papers from the \"press which stands on the walnut chest of drawers in my outward study...\" Papers relate to the  administration of George Washington's estate. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding rent on the Yorkshire farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod reports that he commenced cleaning the ditch in his large meadow but after riding to the meadow he found all hands would be required to take care of the hay which he plans to finish during the week. He thanks his neighbor for his offer to do the ditch but thinks he has the power to do it with his own help. He plans to invest some money and wants to purchase a share in the Dismal Swamp, if the sum is too large he would like to buy the share on partnership, however, he prefers to do so alone. He says he will communicate his neighbor's hints to Bushrod Jr. about the road which he is sorry to hear has been so much neglected.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington, Charlestown Jefferson County Virginia, regarding the price of brandy. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partial wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette thanks Nelly for her letter and regrets the impossibility of going to Woodlawn to visit before his Virginia visit -- will try to return early, about the 24th and come visit her and bring her to Washington to be there when Lafayette and his party depart. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then \"our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains\" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington. Letter of introduction for Lawrence Lewis requesting that he be shown the hospitality of Northhampton Co. Lewis wishes to go to Smith's Island.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Concerning the full length portrait of George Washington in military uniform which he painted in July 1790 for Mrs. Washington. At the time of this letter, the portrait was owned by \"Mrs. Custis\" (Eliza Parke Custis Law). It descended in the family and is at present in the collection at Winterthur. (see Eisen, \"Portraits of Washington\", vol. 11, p. 417 and Morgan and Fielding, \"The Life Portraits of Washington\", p. 165.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Regarding survey and boundaries of his land at Yorkshire farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. His lawyer writes that no bond was found in chancery court. Mr. Harrison should let him know if there is one filed in the court where the judgment was rendered.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette hasn't written her earlier because wanted to be able to tell her when he can visit -- he must await arrival of members of Congress, who meet on the Monday -- he has an appointment to dine with Mr. Calhoun on Tuesday -- on the 15th he must go to commencement of Columbia College [now the George Washington University] -- so he will make a first visit to Nelly and Judge Washington \"between Wednesday [the 7th?] and the 14th\" -- they can visit more over the greater part of the winter -- he saw her son Lorenzo as the latter was going to Philadelphia. Autograph letter, integral cover, Signature cut out and his name written in at bottom of letter .Date on original catalog card appears [1824 ?]. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBerryville. List of accounts for merchandise purchased by Lawrence Lewis from Berryville merchant Treadwell Lewis. The purchases include French brandy, rice, salt, linen, blank books, paper, molasses, cups, pots, halters, calomel, laudanum, and other dry goods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadlephia. Disappointed not to have received payment from Mr. Hooe. Wishes to have the business closed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Promissory note payable to Augustine L. Washington for $329.55. Docketed on verso, Mr. Walter Johnson (C.L. Washington not identified).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Describes a visit to Mount Vernon. Also mentions having dined with President John Quincy Adams.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes \"I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting\" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Ca. May 11.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Letter discusses payments on bonds and when payments on bonds are due - stresses the importance of comparing contracts and bonds. Autograph letter signed, seal, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Brent is clerk of the District of Columbia. GW estate business. Judge Washington asks for deeds and bills of sale for lots in the District owned by General Washington. He suspects that George Corbin Washington may have recently sold lots which had previously been sold. Autograph letter signed, separate letter cover franked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Amounts and payments owed to himself and Mr. Turner by Mr. Hooe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely. Payments and bonds due him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"Washington and Blackburn.\" Regarding rents due to himself and Judge Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount of blacksmith work done done for Lawrence Lewis at Woodlawn, 1827-1829.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington regrets that he cannot accept Meredith's invitation to dinner on account of his wife's health. Washington reports that for the last 5 or 6 years he has been obliged to decline all invitations to dinner or evening parties. He asks Meredith to accept his apology.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis to 'My dear child,' Frances Parke Butler. This letter, written from Arlington while visiting her brother George Washington Parke Custis and 'Aunt Mary' briefly mentions Bushrod Washington's needed improvements to Mount Vernon, and repairs made to Woodlawn Plantation. She desires Parke send her a finished 'picture' of Parke herself, which she believes will be a 'faithful likeness.' She requests for it to be sent unframed and in placed in a morocco case for proper storage. Eleanor promises to send Parke various sundry goods, including corsets, corals, and silks. She also discusses family matters, including the death of Parke's 'Good Uncle Carter,' and the reaction of Eleanor's half sibling, also named Eleanor. Eleanor writes using a common 19th century practice of cross-writing. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 27.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Written provenance of George Washington's shaving box by Phil Pendleton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regarding the measurements of water from the spring at the back of Judge Washington's house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Rockville, MD to Washington, D.C. The writer comments on the recent election in Maryland of two Jacksonian legislators, rather than administration men, explaining that the administration voters split their votes between too many candidates -- he claims that the electoral election will show a difference, and that an administration man will win, securing the district for John Quincy Adams -- gives permission to print this, leaving off his name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Rockville Md. 2nd Oct,\" letter marked \"to the editor,\" laminated, watermark (6 pt. star). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Lee requests Bushrod Washington's recommendations for a teacher of \"settled character\" to teach the solid branches of education at a new female academy in Leesburg, Va., administered by Lee's sister. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis tells Bushrod that he is mindful of his obligation on the part of Genl. Washington's Estate. He reports that two gentlemen have funds of his in their hands which he shall authorize his brother to collect. He will borrow from a bank in order to cover the rest of the obligation. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Richmond to Spotswood, Nottingham near Fredericksburg. Hamilton relates to Spotswood that no decision had taken place relative to his claim but it would be brought before Chief Justice Marshall on Monday next. Hamilton reports other legal matters relative to the case. He adds that he will be at home during Christmas and invites him to ride up for a visit.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. General Lafayette expresses his sympathy with Nelly and her family over the recent death of her grandson E.G.W. Butler, son of Parke and Mr. Butler -- his own recently-married granddaughter is ill with a serious complaint in lungs -- George W. Lafayette's daughter Natalie is recently married -- he and George are going to Paris soon because they have been elected deputies of \"This and the neighboring district of Meaux\" -- agrees that Cincinnati is a delightful place, but acknowledges that Nelly will be happier with her daughter in New York when Gen. Gaines moves there -- sends his regards to many of Nelly's family members by name -- received letter from G.W.P. Custis \"who I see has produced two very good plays.\" -- comments on Betty's [Eliza P. Custis's] poor situation and health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Mar 4,\" written on cover \"forwarded by your obt. ser. Wm. Whittock Jr. 4 March 1828,\" laminated, red seal.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Send thanks for copies of George Washington letters but disappointed in not receiving GW autographs \"as it was my intention to distribute them in Europe among eminent persons ... I was particularly gratified with your account of Gen. Washington's devotional habits ...\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town, Va. He expresses satisfaction that his nephew Churchill seems to be more truly pious than most young people -- offers spiritual support and direction in a letter full of biblical allusions. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Uncle Washington Feby. 26 1828,\" badly mutilated, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Culpepper. Jane Thornton encloses two checks for partial payment of the claim Bushrod preferred against her. She will send the balance when it is convenient as her family is currently troubled by illness. She extends an invitation to Bushrod to visit should he ever be called to her part of the country. She is disappointed that he will not be sending his two sons to school near her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Custis apologizes for the delay in paying George Washington's estate the money he owes it -- he was disappointed in getting money from Eastern Shore of Va., and must await market for crops -- \"I have been often in want of a single dollar\" -- the market is very low at present. Autograph letter signed, mounted. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. G.C. Washington acknowledges General Stewarts acceptance of the draft on him. He reports that they are still engaged with the tariff [in Congress] and fears it will occupy some time as its fate is still in doubt. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Pleased with her son's use of French ... distressed to hear that Aunt Thornton has been unwell ... father and friends in the neighborhood send greetings ... Autograph letter signed, cover, written in French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 9 pages. Recommends defeat of congressional resolution to abolish office of Major General ... act of Congress of Mar. 1799 settled the divisions of army units and officers on recommendation of Washington and Hamilton ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. Macomb.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"HUDSON.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Blackburn Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health and education. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Re: Senate bill to widen the draw of the Potomac Bridge from 35' to 50' or 55' ... Smith favors a draw of not less than 60' as boats are of larger and larger design ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor one share of stock in the Potowmack Company. Value is 444.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDraft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regrets she cannot raise the money to pay a debt to the estate---has tried to raise money on her property in Kentucky---hopes to see Judge W-n in Jefferson this summer or fall when she hopes to pay part or all. [Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison, first married George Steptoe W-n---after his death she married a Mr. Todd of Ky.---they were married in the White House during Madison's presidency] Information received from Mrs. Todd, V-R FOR West Va.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis reports that he has nearly recovered from a serious illness. He relates that suits have been instituted against his debtors in order to meet his engagements with the Executors of Genl. Washington. Lewis will be in Fredrick, he hopes, during the month of August and would like to meet Bushrod there in order to explain more satisfactorily his prospects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Comments on an approaching election and his confidence in success ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Letcher.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"AMIES PHILADA.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Smyrna Harbor. Written on board the U.S.S. Java in the Mediterranean. News of their trip abroad, including a visit to the \"Plains of ancient Troy.\" Also the story of an encounter on board the ship, The Warren, with the \"Celebrated Greek Pirate\" Marmaduke.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Lucy Todd apologizes to Bushrod for leaving without conversing with him about settling her debt to him. Her situation was complicated by a suit brought by Charles Todd against her which required $2000 for satisfaction. She asks Bushrod to accept 40 shares of bank stock to liquidate as much of the debt as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. List of sundries purchased by the month. All personal items. Two tears with some loss of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Blackburn Washington, Philadelphia, writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, regarding family health and education. The letter mentions the death of Judge Richard Peters, longtime friend of Bushrod's. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words [\"that it\"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\" Autograph document signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Receipt from auditor's office in the state of Kentucky for 72 cents tax paid on 576 2/3 acres of land in Logan County, due from 1827.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Secretary of State Clay (under J.Q. Adams) regrets to inform Washington that he does not have a position in the Department of State for the son of Washington's friend. \"If any existed your own recommendation ... would be entirely sufficient.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Re: an accounting of the way in which the nephew's son spent his money while with the Thorntons ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Christmas greetings and congrats on his election to the Presidency. Also mentions a locket she has sent containing the hair of General and Mrs. Washington, General Lafayette and her own. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docket by AJ.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. Lafayette writes that he is always glad to welcome Nelly's American friends in France -- he has several great-grandchildren -- Miss Henrietta Douglas in town and they talked of Woodlawn -- admitting that it is \"not proper\" for him to meddle in American politics, he offers a comment on American election of 1828 anyway in view of Nelly's \"electioneering wishes\" having been accomplished -- he wishes there had been less abuse on both sides -- recommends trip to Europe for Eliza Parke Custis Law, and grieves for her dejected state. Name on original manuscript appears as \"General Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Recd and forwarded by your Obt Ser. Wm. Whittock Jr.,\" laminated, Postmarked \"New York Mar. 10,\" red seal with device of man's head (George Washington's).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will \"resort to harsh measures\" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her country and travel alone -- \"I must totter on the the grave alone.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmaked \"Washn. City Apr. 22,\" laminated, black seal with waffle design, watermark (S and A Butler U.S.).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle and aunt, Bushrod Washington and Julia Ann Washington, Mount Vernon, regarding family updates and describes her journey home from Mount Vernon. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for \"...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ....\" sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed \"Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health. She is grieved to hear of Bushrod's illness. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. He would die the following month. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet with partially burnt edges.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePossibly from John Augustine Washington. A.D. Requests interview to be confidential--doesn't know how his case will end, and has aversion to usual practices [at death]--his body not to be restrained in any way, not to be buried until signs of decay are seen--coffin to have holes bored in lid and sides [for air] in case of resuscitation--directions for removing his body to Mt. Vernon--nephew John [Augustine] Washington has been asked to come up. Autograph document, laminated, watermark (Hudson). Date on original catalog card appears [1829] [Nov. 14].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Washington City. Bushrod Washington Jr., writes that Cousin John [Augustine Washington] is doing the inventory of the late Judge Bushrod Washington's estate -- the two of them are having some doubt as to bequests, particularly about what books should be considered part of the law library -- they suggest a solution, and are trying to iron out difficulties on that point and to clarify one boundary line -- he suggests George mind his health and travel in a closed carriage rather than by horseback -- Bushrod Jr's. family is expected at Mt. Zephyr today. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Geo. C. Washington, written in a later hand \"Son of Col. Wm. A. Washington and brother of Hon. G.C. Washington, on business concerning settlement of Gen'l Washington's estate,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Ca Dec. 30,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph note, 1 page. Accepts dinner invitation ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, 3 pages. List of household sundries purchased by Lorenzo Lewis by the month.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Results of his search re: Revolutionary claims of John Thornton and Jane W-n Thornton in 1788 ... quotes from a resolution of the Committee of Claims ... nothing conclusive ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Aug. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Philadelphia. The eclipse--Aunt Rosalie [Stuart 's] engagement [to George Turberville ?]--her landscape painting-- attending lectures--Sonny [Parke's son, E.G W. Butler]--Mr. Hervian has finished cousin Mary [Custis] portrait. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1830] Feb. 13. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked .\" Forwarded by Mr L. L [ ], laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. He writes to his brother, the Congressman, asking for information on whether there is or will be a bill during this session before Committee on Territories for establishment of the Huron Territory -- he also wants all pamphlet speeches on Foot's Resolution -- wants to collect them all and have them bound. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Aug. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, and in later hand.\" Brother of Go. C. Washington\",\" postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 12 March 1830,\" free.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mr. Peyton wishes to follow through a suit against the estate of Andrew Parks and Wm A. Washington regarding land titles of sales of certain Kanawah acreage and Federal City lots which formed part of the estate of General Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Peyton, John H.\" Autograph letter signed, (on inside page - see Wm A. W-n letter to Robert Beverly of May 17, 1830).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writing to support passage of a bill to incorporate the Alexandria Canal Co ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Sarah Washington expresses her sympathy on the grave illness of George Corbin Washington's only daughter [Eleanor Ann Washington] -- she herself has a \"floating gout\" caused, she believes, by sorrows for the losses of others -- she shares family news, mostly health-related -- Lawrence Washington, husband of her daughter Sarah, has bought Combleton and they reside there [Westmoreland County] -- Sarah mourns the loss of carriage horses, which with her inability to walk keep her confined -- when the family goes north every year for 3-4 months, she is \"totally alone.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 18 May 1830,\" watermark (dove of peace, and No. 2).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. A list of the letters and whether in hands of Sparks Hamilton--a note at the end says \"those marked S. are in my possession, and were among the papers sent to me from Mount Vernon by Judge Washington.\" Autograph document, in hand of J. Sparks, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Lawrence announces news of death of Geo. C. Washington's half brother, William. A. Washington [Jr.] of bilious fever and hemorrhage . (Lawrence Washington was husband of Geo. C.'s half sister Sarah Tayloe Washington, and son of Henry Washington of Westmoreland City.) He wanted George Corbin Washington to hear the news directly before reading it in the newspapers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge June 25, 1830\", free, laminated watermark (Amies Philada. No. 2, dove of peace and No. 2).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Washington.\" Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Coulsmon Va. June 29,\" in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and stopping places along road. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"City of Washington Jul 14\", laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Fairfax Washington writes that the estate has no money to pay Lewis the interest already past due at this time -- he must depend on present crop for any money -- as sending it now would be a \"fatal interruption\" to the next crop, he asks indulgence for one last time until he can finish seeding. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Battletown Va. Jul 19\", laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. Internal evidence suggests that this is a postscript to a letter from G.W. Lafayette to Nelly. The elder Lafayette writes that his son (G.W. Lafayette) reelected member of House of Deputies -- anxious about Eliza Custis's health -- hopes \"the marriage of Hortensia Monroe, of which I have lately Heard, may procure for her more consolation with respect to her grand children than she has been [ ] to receive from their father.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Sept 1\", red seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria to Audley. Description of two newly acquired fine mares, and arrangements concerning their registration and pedigree papers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her child and then grandchildren -- R[ogers], since his marriage, has kept [grand]children from her -- she hasn't seen them for 18 months -- she lives in state of anxiety and distress, with constant pain in her side -- she relates her efforts to help Snow's son politically -- she is now in Gadsby's National Hotel near Bank of Washington -- complains of the difficulty in getting good servants -- \"the liberation of many negroes within the last twelve or fifteen years, has rendered them generally worthless - utterly corrupted the slaves, so that now 'tis almost impossible to hire a decent servant.\" -- Mary Lee Randolph Custis is engaged to marry youngest son of General Lighthorse Harry Lee [that is, Robert E. Lee]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Hond. by the Revd. George Washington Blagden,\" but crossed out, postmarked \"Washington City.[ ]Nov.[ ],\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck. A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment. Order to the Cashier of the Potomac Bank to pay $58.17. Signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by Lawrence Lewis as executor of George Washington's estate. (See also Baird's bills dated April 28, 1831 and 1830-1.)  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph document signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by L. Lewis as Executor of G.W.'s estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill. A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for stone work for the vault at Mount Vernon. $58.17. receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831\". [See also Baird's bill dated April 28, 1831 and check dated Dec. 27 1830]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. E. Baird.\" Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFormal letter in French signed by Marquis de Lafayette as president of the Comite Central Polonais.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Encloses memorandum [now missing] expresses gratitude for W-n's efforts in his behalf ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Union Hotel watermark: \"AMIES PHILADA\", dove, black wax seal, oval impression.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House. Custis writes to Rev. Orr that the state of the river is preventing access to Georgetown which prevented earlier answer -- he declines election as Director of African Education Society -- agricultural and literary avocations make it impossible to give it full attention -- wishes the Society all success -- in a postscript asks Orr with Mr. McNeall to render into Latin an inscription intended for a tomb for Washington's mother: \"To Mary The Mother of Washington The Virginian Matron Who gave to her Country and the World A Hero without ambition, A Patriot without reproach Aetatis 85.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"G.W. Custis letter to Isaac Orr July 25. 1831.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Maj. Lawrence Lewis has finished new vault -- he came today to examine the coffins -- many cannot be moved without going to pieces -- your father's coffin [Wm. A. Washington] is entirely to pieces, cannot be moved -- better send someone to make a new coffin -- Major Lewis will move them next week or so -- my health is bad -- have written Mr. Roberson on this subject -- have not received receipt for George's first six months' tuition and board -- please ask them to send bill and receipt -- George's expenses greater than they should be, especially for his shoes -- my other son is at Mr. Brent's school and his shoes are much less. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.C.W., laminated, watermark (Mode), postmarked \"Alexa Ca. Mar. 4,\" marked\"Free.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. 1 page. Cloth and thread purchased for Negro clothing. Amount $7.80.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGenealogy chart, Washington family. Has a key for the several proprietors of Mount Vernon. Appears to be inaccurate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Bill for $5.00 for stonework for the vault at Mount Vernon. Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird, docketed \"Genl. Washington's Estate to Thos. E. Baird $5. April 28 1831.\" [See also Baird's bill dated 1830-31, and L. Lewis's check to Baird dated Dec. 27, 1830].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Has directed the gardener to take over the first peas--hopes they will be acceptable to her and Major Mason--sister is recovering--husband's business kept her from going to her--tomorrow we set off--letter from Augustine [John A. W-n ?]--\"boys are all well\"--thanks her for inviting Augustine to spend vacation with her son but Mr. W. thinks him too young and volatile to be without parental or teacher's control--respects to Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, written in a later hand is incorrect information, \"Mrs. J. C. Washington wife of Judge Bushrod Washington,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFor linen and thread - $1.69 1/4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha. Acknowledges receipt of circular letter regarding their desire to reinter remains of Mrs. Mary Washington in church and erect monument--from knowledge of her simple likes, he dissents from scheme as her only surviving grandchild of the name--suggests a plain monument erected on spot she's buried now as best memorial--thanks them for intended honor. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Capt. Samuel Washington of Kanhawa. his refusal to give up the remains of Mary the Mother of Washington with all the other near relatives to be placed in a contemplated Church in the town of Fredericksburg\", laminated. [Letter to members of Monumental Committee of Fredericksburg].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. They have been appt. a committee by citizens of Fredericksburg and vicinity to \"rescue from oblivion the spot, where by her own selection lie intered the remains of your venerated and respected relative Mrs. Mary Washington\"--requests assent and co-operation in raising a monument. Letter, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa Ca June 8,\" laminated, watermarks.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe son of George Washington's sister, Lawrence Lewis authorizes Thomas Griggs to bring back a slave named Shadrach and his brother Arlington who ran away separately from Lewis' farm near Battletown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Alexandria to Audley. Name on originaly manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHaywood. Describes her poor health and her unhappy situation since the death of her son William Augustine. Mrs. Washington asks Mr. Beverley to clear up some trouble she is having proving the payment of a debt. Signature on manuscript appears as \"Sarah Washington Senior.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 2 pages. Audley. Copy of letter. Negative reply to the request that Nancy Coxe spend the winter in Philadelphia with the Lewis family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Nashville. Relates to a suit between a Mr. Ervin and a Mr. Blake. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. (Thomas Washington not identified. Possibly Thomas Blackburn W-n, son of George Corbin Washington). 1802-1894.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Boston to Baltimore. Promises to supply Gilmore with autograph letters, particularly \"those of Revolutionary note.\" Complains about William Sprague, GW document collector. Asks Gilmore to ask Charles Carroll about his memories of the Conway Cabal, \"particularly the names of those, who were unfavorably disposed towards [Gen. Washington] in Congress.\" Autograph letter signed, address leaf, seal, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLawrence Lewis writes to George Corbin Washington regarding the remains of their uncle George Washington. Notes that 'Cousin John' - John Augustine Washington - refused to have Washington's remains disturbed despite the two houses of Congress desire to place them in the cellar (used for coal and wood) of the Capital which Lewis finds insulting. Mentions an already approved equestrian statue of Washington to be placed in a square as a better location under which to place Washingtons's remains. Expresses that the final movement of Washington to the new vault complied with their uncle's last expressed wish despite the public's claim that the remains belong to them and should be given upon demand. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked - Alexandria 'Feb 17'.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Henry Brown, State Treasurer. Tax receipt for year 1831 for 500 acres of land in Union County, Ohio. Signed by D[eneas?] Adams, Chief Clerk. Partly printed form, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Mr. W-n's health fluctuating* ... will be traveling again this summer, pleased that she is nicely situated with brother's family ... invitation to Mount Vernon if W-ns in residence next winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. *John A., Sr. died on June 26, 1832.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to Frances Lewis Butler from her sister and mother. Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, also nicknamed 'Tiffin,' writes to her sister about her recent trip to Washington, D. C. where she witnessed debates in the Senate and House. Confesses that she also attended a '[Henry] Clay meeting' and rather enjoyed it. Reports that members from the meeting later visited Mount Vernon and Mr. Bradford of Virginia delivered an excellent and appropriate address at the tomb. Mentions other family members. Nelly adds her own letter to the latter part of the document, commenting on 'Sonny's' portrait [by Chapman] and the response of a visitor as the \"best likeness of a child he ever saw.\" It is the greatest ornament in their parlor. Writes about the weather, picking wild strawberries and various family members as well as upcoming travel plans. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 28.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Woodlawn. Information on fees paid by his uncle [Bushrod W-n] in suit Cresap vs. McLai[n ?]--Maria [Anne Maria Washington ?] suffering from chills and fever. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. House of Representatives to Georgetown. Announces death of John A. Washington about 2 o'clock while writer was with a party at Mt. Vernon--Dr. Mason with him--had been better but sudden hemorhage carried him off in minutes--hasten to distressed family if it is convenient.Date on original catalog card appears [1832] [June 26].Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Announcing death of John A. Washington of Mt. Vernon,\" watermark (D.I. Canfield).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBond. D. 1 page. G.C.W. to pay $711.10 for his shares of stock of Potomac Co., under will of B. Washington, deceased--obligation being he must refund on demand due proportion of any deals or just demands hereafter appearing against B. Washington, deceased. Document, unsigned, [on reverse is form for same transaction with G.C.W-n in his position as trustee for Bushrod Washington Jr.'s children,] watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 fragment. Thomas Beall of Georgetown, heirs of Washington County. Mostly real property taxes ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses stock gilli seed ... will send Polianthus seeds and roots ... planning to board in Alexandria until late Mar ... sons at Howard School ... wants Maria to attend [Benjamin] Hallowell's school ... accepts offer of White fig and passion fruit ... will make every effort to keep up with MV without involving the children's estates ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Visited downstairs rooms only--furniture all changed from G.W.'s day--key of Bastille and marble mantle and numerous statues and paintings--\"you may not be aware that the best likeness of Washington was what might almost be said to have been a chance drawing on a pitcher. This is preserved in an elegant frame and under a green veil\"--description of old and new tombs--\" ... the tomb itself though by way of distinction called new is in a state delapidation [sic] disgraceful to the nation if indeed the nation had anything to do with it\"--8 or 10 slaves on estate--old negro acted as guide, told anecdotes--mulatto woman--\"the blood of some of the W. family no doubt ran in her veins\"--all servants there expected tips from visiters--good description of the state capitol in Richmond and city guard which is [he thinks] designed to hold slaves in check. Name does not appear on original manuscript. Early description of Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter, integral cover docketed \"Tap Wentworth,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eResolution of thanks by Washington Board of Aldermen, to George Corbin Washington, E.F. Chambers, and L. Jarvis. Public appreciation of their successful support of Congressional measures to promote interests of city of Washington ... to be honored at a dinner ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. Travel journal including a description of a visit to Mount Vernon. April 18 - May 15, 1833.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Requests Humphreys to look into the \"situation, price and payments of Flore's farm\" ... would like to purchase a small farm for daughter, Maria ... brother Bush'd [bro-in-law probably] in Ohio disposing of a tract of her land ... her sister and others in Fredericksburg for corner stone laying of monument to Mary Ball W-n ... Barrows, the, donor, taking care of them ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jane C.\" Autograph letter signed, (1 1/2 of text), integral cover; the docket identifies the writer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Woodlawn. Lengthy account of use of snake-weed as a cure for hydrophobia. Where found, how to prepare and administer. Several case histories.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Pha. Alms House to Brucetown Frederick County, Virginia. Asks about money loaned by him to Dr. Snyder and not repaid--could have made several hundred dollars in a few days by investing it in stock--will subscribe to Saturday Evening Post for him-- approves of sending cousin Charles to college. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Churchill.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Phil Oct 4\", docketed \"The Funeral,\" laminated, watermarked (J.L. Robeson, Phila.).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Letter with envelope addressed to Mrs. Hay, nee Monroe. Envelope docketed in French, \"recommander aux (?) de Monsieur Daveral, Charge d'affaires du Etats Unis a Naples (?).\" Personal letter, family news, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: crop of wheat and shipments of flour.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 3 pages. Department of State, Washington. Quotes from G.W.'s letter to President of Congress in 1781 requesting that writers be employed to copy down revolutionary documents of his which were never copied and are on loose sheets--Congress did so, and is in possession of some--if he (J.A.W) has more, would he consent to have it deposited among National Archives? Copy certified and sealed in 1850 as true copy of record in file of State Dept.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Writes to answer letter stating govt's desire to have official papers of G.W. to put in national Archives in State Dept.--description of documents in his possession--estimates of no. of papers in collection he will consent to being deposited in national archives--would like to give the papers but feels he cannot--\"I am willing that the Government shall possess all the papers of a general character or in any manner connected with the Colonial revolutionary and political history of the country, only reserving such as are of a privat nature, or which it would be obviously improper to make public.\"--doesn't know what price to ask--papers at present in possession of Mr. [Jared] Sparks for publishing--will discuss terms with govt.--has portion of G.W.'s library relating to public records of the country and will sell them too. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to Hon. L. McLane Bill No 446 Washington Papers, Books etc Jany. 3d. 1834 No. 3,\" laminated. [Below is added as a note \"These Books were delivered with the papers to the State Department. No additional allowance being made for them\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town. Reflections on new year and transitory nature of life--advice to her. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"A New Years Gift,\" laminated, directed \"per Mr.[ ].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Answers inquiry of [nephew of Geo. A. Washington] regarding military rank and bounty claim of Geo. A. W-n--\"It appears from the rolls furnished the War Dept that Maj. W[ashington] was returned as a Lieutenant at the close of the war, which was probably the rank he held in the Regiment from which he was taken to perform the duty of Aid de Camp. According to the existing military laws the appointment of Aid gives the title of Major without the command or compensation, and officers, upon relinquishing that Situation, which is frequently the case, return to duty in their regiments with the rank held before leaving them. Upon disbanding the Army, I presume, therefore, that the officers were mustered out of service according to their regimental rank and not agreeably to the rank held in the Staff.\"--Maj. W. entitled to 2666 2/3 acres Va. bounty land--State troops already pd. in lands by govt. but not Continental troops, of which Maj. W. seems to have been member. Autograph letter signed, watermark (P and C).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form completed in manuscript. The top half of the form is a prospectus for Jared Sparks's Life and Writings of Washingotn, with Historical Notes, Illustrations, Engravings, \u0026amp;c. It features a wood engraving of the \"Evacuation of Boston, from a Revolutionary medal.\" The bottom of the form certifies that Oliver B. Dorance - a lawyer and freemason from Portland, Maine - has paid 5 dollars for volumes two and three of Sparks's book. The receipt is signed by Benjamin R. Downes on behalf of the publisher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia to Waltham. Refers to his [Green's] review of Jefferson's papers--Jefferson's claim that G.W. \"belonged to the School of Infidelity\" is slanderous--sends him pamphlet on the subject --during revolution when G.W. was at Morristown N.J., \"[G.W.] was, at his particular request, admitted to commune at the Lord's Table, with the Presbyterian church of that place, then under the pastoral care of the Revd. Dr. Timothy Jones. There were, not long since, and I believe there still are, living, eye-witnesses of this fact.\"--the Genl. and Mrs. W. attended Baptism of T. Lear's child in 1791. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"Rev Dr Green, the most aged and most distinguished of the old presbyterians,\" red seal broken off.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePromissory note. Promise to pay $87.88 nine months after date. Document, fragment, endorsed \"P. Washington and C. Burwell Note,\" laminated. Assigned to Thos. Timbalake, May 9, 1834 $40. receipted Sept. 9, 1835.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Senate Chamber, Washington. Letter of introduction for friends.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Iberville, Louisiana to New Orleans. Writes in a humorous vein about Conrad's sudden preference for rural retreats--received articles from Mr. Krumbhaar; sorry they are not what he wanted--have Mr. Krumbhaar procure berths or staterooms on ship for them--Sonny and Sissy send love [Parke's children, E.G.W. Butler and E.A. Isabella Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Iberville La May 27 1834\", laminated, black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck. A.D.S. 1 page. Check on Bank of the Metropolis for $27. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge E.S. Md. Explains his absence from stockholders mtg. of the Canal Co., sending his vote for Geo. C. W-n as President ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. To New Orleans. Arrived at White Sulpher after fatiguing journey [from La.]--Commodore Biddle here--describes scenery and their location, a cabin.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncludes a letter from Nelly written crosshatch across Mary Eliza Angela Conrad's. She and Angela talk constantly of him--teases him about Angela--the Magill (?) ring and his profile are carefully guarded by Angela--trip very fatiguing and miserable--stay at the springs a while to restore health--then to Audley, but will return to [Woodlawn] before his visit--speaks of friends on voyage home--rejoices that he doesn't use tobacco in any form--his brother Alfred--anxious lest Ive's humor toward him will change--he is a mad man. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. White Sulphur to New Orleans. She is finishing a dress for her mother--hopes his journey will be safe. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [July 4]. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncludes letter from Nelly written in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. Worried about Parke; no news from her--they go on to Sweet Springs--hopes this will benefit Angela who has had 3 attacks of nervous pain in her face--if they aren't at Woodlawn by mid-August when he visits, go to postmaster in Alexandria and then come to A[udley]--if he goes to Fred[erick], go to Berryville (sometimes called Battletown,) and Audley is just 2 miles--admonishes him not to say \"cursed\" or any other bad words because her sister [in-law] Mrs. Custis disapproves--[Here she leaves room for a postscript by M.E.A. Lewis] describes their location--live in brick house, one of a row of them called \"Paradise Row\"--Mr. Custis and Mr. Bowers of New Orleans are here--a band and dancing here--few genteel men there--friends at the spring.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. White Sulphur Spring to New Orleans. \"You are unreasonable to call me cold, and an icicle. I am neither.\"--denies going out with handsome young men. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, marked \"Sulphur Springs Va. July 12, 1834,\" postmarked \"White Sulr. Sprs. Va, Jul. 13,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA long letter by E.P. Lewis is added as a postscript in crosshatch. A.L.S. 3 pages. Altho Angela seems cold to him, she really thinks of him all the time--Commodore Biddle--Harry [Henry] Clay is here--life and people at White Sulphur--asks that Conrad's sisters write Angela a line or two giving their approbation of his fiancee, but not to let Angela know she suggested it--Beau Nash of White Sulphur, Lewis Caldwell--thinks her health will be completely restored by the Springs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eForm for relinquishing Washington papers to the U.S. Government, drawn up by Jared Sparks for Geo. C. Washington to copy. [See letter of same date, Sparks to G.C. Washington].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Tudor Place to Philadelphia. Arrived last evening after tedious trip down canal--detoured at Harpers Ferry--leave tomorrow for Woodlawn. Anxiety over his health--will be ready to receive him any day after tomorrow--hopes he was enlightened by the good company of his journey--advises him to put his loved ones under protection of [God]--left Audley of Friday, was sick all way to Charlestown--is well now--talk of acquaintances--don't forget the profiles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. She misses him--entertaining guests--has received more songs to learn--will commence some keepsakes for his brothers and sisters--remind him of promise not to keep house with Mr. [John ?] S[li]d[el]l this winter--cautions him to be careful of his eyes--numbers all her letters so he can tell if any are lost--writes of every one's good opinion of him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked [ ] D.C. Oct 18,\" marked No. 1, laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis. The Dr. says the disease is called Ptirgium [Ptergium] and requires an operation--she tore up her obnoxious letter and did her best to make them (?) happy while they were here.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Norfolk--she watched his boat for 15 min. thru a spy glass, but could see no one aboard--his brother [Alfred Conrad] arrived today--admonishes him to be careful of his eyes and do not let any not a first rate surgeon perform the operation [for Ptergium]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, black seal blurred, \"favrd. by Mr. Alfred Conrad.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows: A.L.S. 3 pages. Sends him a rose kissed by Tiffin [Angela]--[Angela] misses him badly--his brother's stay makes them all happy--he says he will come again in Jany.--his clothes he lent haven't been returned--warns Charles to have nothing further to do with Mrs. F. la Dianola, or a scandal may result--don't get into any altercations on politics or other matters--she has finished transfering card baskets and given them a coat of varnish--will make another basket and box and will make 2 pr. [screens] for his house. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 18]. Autograph letter signed, directed \"Favr'd by Mr. Alfred Conrad,\" [letter added to letter from M.E.A. Lewis to Charles Conrad, same date].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. His brother Alfred has left--will commence making the [guards ?] for his brothers--\"I looked at the names you carved yesterday\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct 2[]\", laminated, marked \"No. 2 by mail.\" \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLetter by Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch: A.L.S. 3 pages. Anxiety over his long sea journey--anxious over his eyes--get best medical opinion and nursing care if an operation is necessary--Alfred [Conrad] promised to come in Jany., but she advises Charles not to risk it--his brother Alfred's impediment--\"I would not have you condescend to B.[?] in any way, and if she slights this attention leave them to themselves.\" --Lt. Richard Lee went to Texas with $15000 and never heard of since--warns Charles not to go to Texas or Mexico--Ferd[inand Coxe, Esther Maria Coxe Lewis's brother] is here doing nothing much--he is very indolent--Angela spends much time walking. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. If he hasn't answered [Lorenzo's] letter, please do--Dr. Physick's opinion agrees with Dr. Washington's regarding Charles' eyes--is reading \"Mrs. Trollop's tour in Belgium and Western Germany\"--her opinion of Mrs. Trollope's veracity--Capt. Bell \"of opossum and persimon notoriety\" visited--has been playing Backgammon with Ferdinand [Coxe]--she practices her music--her father has made her a frame for flowers in a room with constant fire--announcement of Mr. Wm. Taylor of Point-Coupee marriage to Miss Thom of Culpeper County--\"I think he has treated my friend Virginia shabbily\"-warns him about care of his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 27,\" marked \"No 2,\" laminated red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript is added by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Anxious about his safe arrival and his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Glad he's arrived safe at Charleston--scolds him for flirtation--the Wirt girls--\"..the good City of New Orleans has disgraced itself by firing a salute to Mr. [Geo.] Poindexter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 31,\" laminated, broken black seal. Date on original catalog card appears 1834 O[ct.] 28. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA long letter follows from E. P. Lewis in crosshatch; A.L.S. 3 pages. His safe arrival in Charleston--his \"besetting sin\" a weakness for soft dark eyes--warns him to be careful of his looking at pretty faces, to remember the A.C.'s and the Pyles--the Wirt girls are flirts, break engagements without 2nd thought--her anxiety about his unguarded and trusting attitude toward others--he must overcome this--cautions him about using his eyes--sends regards to friends in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 28].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Laughed at his letter about the Wirt girls--they are the objects of much scandal--Mrs. Butler (alias Fanny Kemble's) book softened before being printed for American public--her attacks on American manners--Mrs. Trollope's descriptions of German and American society--wife of her cousin [Mary W. Lewis] Willis [wife of Byrd Willis and daughter of Geo. Lewis] died of epidemic in Pensacola. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 2,\" marked \"No. 3\", laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Adds to Angela's tale of the scandals about the Misses Wirt--cautions him against flirtations--reminds him of his flirtation with Mrs. Pyle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Montgomery[Ala.]--can procure no teachers in music or French, so teaches herself--reads Trevelyan's novel--\"Aunt Anna and myself drank your health and safe return in a Bumper, after Mother and Father had left the table.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Nov. 6,\" marked \"The 3rd letter from E. P. L.,\" black seal with swan and nest and motto. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLong postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 3 pages. Cautions him about straining his eyes--Tiffin [Angela] will continue to write weekly, but she will write only if anything worth relating comes up--talk of mutual friends--she has transferred pair of screens for [Charles and Angela's] domicile--A. to do a pr. for the drawing room--has done several pieces of handwork for them--box for chess men, card basket, etc.--Mr. Moore is here with Mr. L[ewis] settling accts. of Genl. W-n's estate--questions Conrad on origin of the woolsack in Parliament--advice for taking care of cloths and keeping warm and dry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Gives him an example of her daily schedule--scenery near Woodlawn--father [Lawr. Lewis] promises to take them in carriage \"as far as it can go towards Porters Battery, and we are to walk the rest of the distance\"--has information on friends in New Orleans--asks about building of water works and gas works there--finished reading Trevelyan. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 9,\" marked \"No. 4,\" laminated, red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Copies for him a few verses from a novel \"Pinmoney,\" called \"The Undying One\"--inquires about Leonard R. Aling in Tampico.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter from N. Orleans--Aunt [Mary]Custis and her daughter Mrs. [Robt. E.] Lee visited--her friend Mrs.[ ] Powell--Cousin Mary [Custis Lee] will live in Washington this winter--\"They are my favorite Aunt and cousin\"--expects to take up painting for winter but is indolent. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 16,\" marked \"No. 5,\" laminated, red seal smeared. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by Mrs. E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Advice on frugality and his health--chimney in parlour which was so unsightly is now done over.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Glad Alfred [Conrad's brother] liked her--his eyes--will write on Saturday. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePostscript by E.P. Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. [Angela] studies her French and exercises for his sake--cautions him about his eyes--even if he were to go blind [Angela] would stick by him--fears he was angered or hurt by her [warnings on flirtations]--[Angela] begins drawing in crayon--one of Charles Conrad's uncles was [G.W.P. Custis'] intimate friend--her family--Col. House died of cholera in Georgetown--stories of [Geo.] Poindexter's cheating at cards--mutual friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 20,\" black seal obscured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' eyes--brother [Lorenzo Lewis] and family arrived [from Philadelphia]--has new music to learn--received several gifts--[Lorenzo] heard nothing of the Pyles--Ferdinand Coxe confined to his room-[Lorenzo] brought 2 Jackson medals to add to her cabinet--[Lorenzo and family] leave soon and return after Xmas for a while--hopes his business progresses--has just read \"The Camp and Court of Napoleon\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 24,\" marked \"No. 6\", red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. The twins [Lawrence Fielding and John Ed. Coxe Lewis]--gifts to Angela--a friend brought Tiffin [Angela] a piece of the Plymouth Rock for her cabinet--warns him not to eat oysters because they are thought to cause cholera--always keep strong mint lozenges by him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter written after trip to Baton Rouge--family and mutual friends--her music improves but little, though she practices diligently--has read a life of Marshall Ney and cannot admire him--now is reading a History of Bayard--ships lost in violent storms. ame on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Dec. 1,\" marked \"No. 7,\" red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Lorenzo inquired about the Pyle's but could learn nothing--\"I trust you will never think it necessary to renew your acquaintance with them anywhere.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Nov. 29]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. [Lawrence Lewis] requests to pay money he owes to servant--[Lorenzo] and family arrived safe at Phila.-watched eclipse of [sun] thru smoked glass--skipped thru \"The Polish Chiefs\" a story of Kosciusco's love--because of this Aunt Anna called her a cold blooded Yankee, and that no warm blooded Virginian could have resisted such a tale of woe--is reading Jeanie Deans/The Heart of Midlothian [Scott]--admires characters in this book much. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 6,\" marked \"No. 8,\" red seal with obscured device. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Shocked to read in his letter,\"Really, from the style of your letters one would suppose that you were the fiancee, not she, you are more jealous than she is ... \"in answer to her admonitions [regarding flirting]--lectures him about respect due to a parent and old lady--will abstain hereafter from advising him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Glad Supreme Ct. decided in his favor--\"that poor man Parker\" who has aroused ire of people in N. Orleans--is reading the novel \"Henri Quatre\"--the gig is a very dangerous carriage; tells a story of Mr. Mason being injured in one--great no. of shipwrecks this fall; hopes he won't return by water --speaks of friends in La.--thanks for the oranges. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 15,\" marked \"No. 9,\" laminated, red seal obscured. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript written by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 1 page. Asks that both forget their quarrel and think carefully before writing anything better left unsaid.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dr. Henry Daingerfield visits--he threw mistletoe leaves in fire to see if Charles is constant--visiters--her French gets tedious, and she spends much time reading--is reading a hist. of Spain--coming marriage of Susan [Randolph] Taylor and Moncure Robinson [civil engineer building Philadelphia and Reading R.R.]-received as Christmas gift \"Landscape Annual\" for1835--is doing handiwork. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec.[ ], marked \"No 10\", laminated, red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Is trying to make him a birthday gift--thanks for information about Woolsack [in Brit. Parliament]--hopes to see him on Supreme Ct. some day--congratulations on birth of [a nephew].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Weather--much snow--business detains Lorenzo in Phila.--Parke's son \"Sonny\" [E.G.W. Butler] going to school in Baton Rouge--hopes he will read the books every day or at least every Sunday for her gratification--[ice] skating a favorite amusement in this part of the country--will get [Lorenzo] to make a sleigh when he comes--friends--snow 21 inches deep. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 31,\" marked \"No. 12,\" laminated, red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 1 page. Wishes he could have partaken of her [Christmas] pies, cake and jellies.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. Account of payments on the estate of George Washington. Summary of payments received and paid on the estate of GW. Includes a reference to Wm. Yeaton enclosing the tomb at Mt. Vernon in 1835. Expenses incurred on behalf of old Negroes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to get mail to town on time because of weather--snow 21 inches deep on Dec. 29--visiters--[Lorenzo] leaves Audley tomorrow--has been told a states righter is afraid to visit because she treated a Virginia gentleman so badly--discusses friends and C.'s relatives--a new hotel, gas lights, and water works for N. Orleans--stays by the fire reading novels, of Miss [Maria] Edgeworth and Walter Scott--doing needlework for [Lorenzo]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 5,\" marked \"No. 13,\" laminated, red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePostscript follows from E.P. Lewis. 2 pages. Bad weather--deepest snow in 35 years--quotes from letter of E.B. Gibson's about Angela.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Wishes Charles to visit Parke when he next goes up river--news of friends--anecdote of Fanny Kemble, now Mrs. [Pierce] Butler (her efforts to get brown as an Indian at New Port)--weather--river frozen over--has read \"Woodstock.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 10,\" marked \"No. 14,\" red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to break practice of sleeping with window open in winter--has been painting birds from Wilson's Ornithology for Lolen [Lorenzo]--promises to paint Cherry Bird and humming bird for Angela--grandmother's recipe for lip salve, from Glass' Cookery--some oranges have been frozen in storeroom for keeping.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Brother [Lorenzo] and family here--crosses Shenandoah River on ice, carrying the two babies [Lawrence Fielding, and John R.C. Lewis]--is reading \"Last Days of Pompeii\"--comparison of Bulwer's and Scott's novels--guests--approves Mr. [Henry] Clay's report on the subject of war with France--\" ... it is well that he is sometimes correct\"--fears Charles thinks her a little \"to far north in my disposition\"--[Lawrence Lewis says for him to keep the money Mr. Bullitt has for him].  \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to \"let bygones be bygones\"--hopes he received her peace-making postscript--hopes she hasn't hurt or angered him--still [painting] birds for her children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Entreats him never to mention again in any way the unfortunate postscript which her mother wrote [see letter of Dec. 5, 1834]--gratified he has kept his promise to her about playing cards--attack on Gen. Ripley--visit to Mt. Vernon--Miss Harriet Martineau to visit Woodlawn--[English miscellaneous writer, literary lion of the time]--a fancy ball in Washington-- [Lorenzo] anxious for him to send the \"curious snakes\" to add to his collections of natural subjects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan 26,\" marked \"No. 16,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Pleased he is reading [religious] books she gave him--Miss [Harriet] Martineau will be unable to come to Woodlawn after all--Lorenzo goes to Washington to pay her their respects and make apologies--she is to get invitation to big fancy dress ball on Feb. 22, her first--Esther's brother Ferdinand [Coxe] goes to W. Indies to restore health--is reading Miss Martineau's \"Poor Laws and Paupers\"--actresses and actors--a postscript, dated Jan. 31, tells of storm with thunder and lightening--Lorenzo's children. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Jan. 31 Alexandria D.C.,\" marked \"No 17,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to account for irregularity of mail--his attendance at a Masquerade--wants to have complete confidence in him, even in trifles--Miss Mason married to Mr. [Sidney S.] Lee, brother of [Robt. E. Lee]--intend to visit Arlington--Miss Martineau [Harriet]--she is reading Henry Bulwer's \"France\" \"[France: Social, Literary and Political\", 1834, 1st part of work called \"The Monarchy of the Middle Classes\", (1836)]--tells him of clipping from Liverpool paper complimentary to Senators--a new bonnet--Parke not to send Sonny [E.G.W. Butler] to school until next year. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Feb. 9,\" marked \"No 18,\" red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript by E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 2 pages. Glad he liked the [silhouette of Angela ?] --glad he's taken her advice [on his health]--Miss M[artineau].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Aunt [Martha] Peter and Brittania [Peter Kennon] visiting--fancy dress ball canceled, and a common subscription ball to be held on Feb. 22 instead--she won't go--Miss Charlotte Taylor married to [Moncure] Robinson--talk of war with France--Bulwer's \"France\"--Miss Nannie Mason's marriage--Mr. Wm. Patterson's death, merchant of Baltimore--talk of railroad line to N. Orleans--Mrs. Owens, her cousin, comes to visit [Otwayana Carter Owens, daughter of Betty Lewis Carter]--Mother learns new type of painting, done with \"forms.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 18,\" marked \"No. 19,\" red seal blurred. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePostscript from E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 1 page. Hears scarlet fever is in [New Orleans]--gives a treatment for it.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' success as a lawyer--relations with France--Livingston has left Paris and French minister will leave Washington--she looks forward to war--she won't go to ball given by Batchelors of Washington--reading--news of friends--Mrs. Krumbhaar--family news--improvements in N. Orleans--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 25,\" marked \"No. 20,\" laminated, red blurred seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows by E.P. Lewis, A.L.S. 1 page. All have had influenza--she still sits up late after others are in bed--is painting birds for her children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Trip to Arlington--to be a supper for the bride--[Miss Mason, bride of R.E. Lee's brother Sidney S. Lee]--will leave letter at home and mother will finish it when she returns--New Orleans friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 2,\" marked \"No. 21,\" laminated, broken black seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows from E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated March 1, 1835. A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at Arlington in snow storm--[Angela] ill with nervous headache--descript. of Angela's dress--she wore Charles' ring--groom far superior in appearance and heart to bride [Sidney Smith Lee and Miss Nanny Mason]--description of both--couple to live with Mrs. Fitzhugh, widow of Mrs. Custis' brother--the Bachelor's Ball--Capt. Bell--news of friends and relatives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Bridal party left Sunday--river frozen over for 3rd time this winter--had wanted to attend session of Cong. but didn't--gossip over marriage of [Moncure] Robinson \u0026amp; Charlotte Taylor--pleased that he is going to visit her sister [Parke Lewis Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar [ ]\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Visiting family and friends in Georgetown and Alexandria--claims she has no opportunities for flirtation--reading Life of Crabbe the Poet--will read [Henry] Lee's Life of Napoleon next--Congress adjourned without making any provision for defense against French. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 15,\" marked \"No. 2 from A[rlington]\", broken red seal, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. [Angela] still at Arlington and [Lorenzo] and family are there too--often sees Charles in her dreams--Washy [G.W. Lewis]--visited tree where his and Angela's names are [carved]--does needlework--instructions on getting and killing venemous snakes for L[orenzo]'s natural history collection--he lately prepared a crossbill. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 19,\" broken black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington. Denies she has found any other who would make her wish to be free again--proposed a schedule of visits to Georgetown and Washington--visited W-n one day, the capitol, Senate and House, fountain near the Naval monument--new improvements in N. Orleans--has painted a small head in miniature--visiters at Arlington--teaching Mrs. Nannie [Mason] Lee to transfer. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 22,\" marked \"No 3 from A[rlington].\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. News of his aunt Mrs. Thruston's death--[Parke] wrote her that he had not yet visited Iberville--news of an Episcopal Bishop in N. Orleans, and laws regarding gambling houses--E.P. Lewis working her a piano cover--\"the Sister of Mrs. Washington\" is to be married--will cut out a dress for sister--visited a Public Garden in Georgetown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr 2,\" marked \"No. 22,\" laminated, broken red seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. She went to Georgetown in a storm to bring [Angela] home--Ed [Butler] has been very sick since returning from [N. Orleans]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [April 1]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Sends sketch [enclosed] of wall and gateway on one side--engages to erect the wall 45' square, 10' high--describes how it will look--with gateway and gate similar to the sketch for $600. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by D. L. L. [The new tomb].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. It was a year ago this day that they first saw each other--denies she has a fever of ambition--just wants him to distinguish himself in his profession--father [Lawrence Lewis] gone on horseback to Mt. Vernon--[Lorenzo] and family have left--[E.P. Lewis] still working on piano cover--[Lorenzo] has added many birds [stuffed] to his collection--John and Ferdinand [Coxe], Esther's brothers--his prospective visit to Iverville and Parke and her family--thinks he should not leave [New Orleans] until his business there is finished. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 10,\" marked \"No. 23,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Recalls their first meeting and his merry face--will send him a barrel of cider--thinks he should drink it to help combat small pox and varioloid [a mild smallpox among those innoculated or who have had it] now in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 8]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Washington, D.C. Does not think Washington can get a loan on security of the papers, since he has already made them over to the govt.--when he finishes with the paper he will bundle up private papers and send to W-n--\"Strictly speaking all the papers pertaining to the period in which Genl. Washington held no office are private, but I suppose the spirit of your contract included only family papers, and such as related to his private affairs,\"--must have written authority from Washington to hand over papers to any but him--Mr. Forsyth has made formal demand for the papers and will take it to court, but doesn't think he will succeed--he will hand papers over as soon as he is through with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark \"Cambridge Mass Apr 13,\" red seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Approves his action in refusing nomination to legislature [state?]--[Lorenzo] and family have returned to Audley--late snows destroy fruit blossoms--urges him to go to [Iverville, La.] to see Parke and family--have lost many trees in the bad winter--has lately read amusing stories in Waldie's circulating library--asks if Miss H[arriet] Martineau has visited N. Orleans yet--fisheries operating--shad. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria Apr. 18,\" marked \"No. 24,\" broken red seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: The 15th was anniversary of party given [Angela] by Charles and others in La., and toast drunk to him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 17]. Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Esther's brother John [Coxe] brings his bride to Audley--her brother Ferdinand [Coxe] recovered his health in West Indies--Woodlawn beautiful, will be at height in 2 weeks--read Wash. Irving's \"Tour through the Praries,\" \"The Siege of Vienna\" by Madam Pickle, and [Oliver] Goldsmith's Greece--visiters at Woodlawn--\"I am always nervous in the spring and in warm weather.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 29 (?)\", marked \"No. 25,\" red seal, broken. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows, from E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes he could be there to see Woodlawn in Spring--doesn't like new grooms costume (a full suit of black), considers this symbol of mourning, not appropriate for wedding--Ferd[inand][Coxe] asks about chances of success as druggest in New Orleans--\"What has possessed your Govr. to quarrel with his best friends.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Ap. 25]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. The Wall is intended to enclose the Vault at Mount Vernon, to secure it against injurys it is every year subject to.\" describes in detail how he wants the wall at George Washington's tomb built -- sketch of section of wall -- asks for an estimate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy of a letter to W. Yeaton of Alexa respecting the building a wall around the Vault at M. Vernon\", laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Descript. of Woodlawn in Spring--fishing boats on river--Cousin America [Peter Williams] and Robert Lee have visited--roads have prevented church attendence--will receive \"Frances Anna [Kemble] Butler's Journal\"--Governor White's[of La.] unpopularity--his reprimand by legislature--learning new song, \"Dunbarton's Bonnie Dell\"--thanks Charles in [Lorenzo's] name for the snakes [which Charles sent him for stuffing]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 5,\" marked \"No. 26,\" red seal broken, watermark (line of arrows). \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles' uncle's grief after his wife [Mrs. Thruston's] death--Parke and her children ill--friends and acquaintances. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\".Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 3]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Went on visit to Mt. Vernon--Cousin Jane [Washington]--reading Fanny [Kemble] Butler's Journal--disappointed in it--has poor opinion of Americans-Miss Butler's opinion of American Society--Gov. White [of Louisiana]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 11,\" marked \"No. 27,\" watermark, laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Unseasonable weather--\"I hope all your good Citizens build Bathing rooms in their new Houses as they are so necessary and so easily made where there are waterworks.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 10]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Has confirmed his own opinion that money cannot be borrowed on security of the [Washington] papers since title to them has gone to govt.--cannot advance any money himself because every cent is tied up in publication of Writings--assures him he is working every minute to complete publication--Mr. Forsyth's efforts to institute suit against him for the papers will come to nothing, because \"my contract with Judge [Bushrod] Washington gives me a right to use the papers till the work is completed.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked Cambridge Mass. May 11,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. His safe return from up river--she has lost 10 lbs. since winter (\"much to my joy\")--visiters--will try to learn to play guitar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 18\", marked \"No. 28,\" red seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Weather has prevented [Angela] exercising--fruits lost--cautions him about taking measles--she had them for 2nd time at 23 and was very ill--can injure sight or lungs. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 17]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dinner at Mt. Vernon--anecdote of Jane [Washington] relating to Tom Moore--shells and coins added to her \"Cabinet\"--[E.P. Lewis] is working another [piano] cover in cornucopia designs--family news. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 26,\" marked \"No. 29\". \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows from E.P. Lewis: Parke thinks him the only man worthy of [Angela]--description of \"the robe of ceremony\" [Angela's wedding dress?]--cholera and measles in New Orleans--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 24]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Assures him the matter of the unfortunate postscript is forgotten [E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, Dec. 5, 1834] and that she has no intentions of delaying or trying to stop his and Angela's marriage--reiterates her affection for him--does want some idea of when he can come, in order to have things ready--Angela will add a postscript in the morning. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 29,\" broken black seal. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA postscript follows from M.E.A. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Teases him about his haste in suspecting some evil from an innocent postscript--does not want him to leave N. Orleans until his business is finished there--instructs him to burn this letter. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] May 29. Autograph letter signed, postscipted to a letter of E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated May 28.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. The piano tuned and she is told her voice is improved--requests C. to bring his flute with him if he has one--in her father's absence, has been directing planting of vegitables--damask roses--reading Thomas Campbell's Life of Mrs. Siddons--Miss [Harriet] Martineau at Mt. Vernon--Miss Martineau and Miss Hannah Moore--is a Socinian--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., June 2\", marked \"No. 30,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript from E.P. Lewis:  Repeats her sorrow that he could have been so unhappy over misinterpreting her remarks--to avoid cholera, avoid \"night air, shrimps, uneasiness of mind, etc.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 30]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. This will be her last letter to him before he leaves N.O.--the fall of the Planters' Hotel in N.O.--will visit Alexandria, Arlington and Washington--to read \"The Conquest of Florida by Hernando de Soto,\" by Theodore Irving--Washington Irving's writings. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Last letter from M.E.A.L. received June 20th 1835,\" postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. June 6\" marked \"No. 31,\" laminated. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThere follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: Hopes he leaves N.O. shortly [for Virginia]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [June 5]. Autograph letter initial signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bacons Castle. Description of his activities and trip to Norfolk, Old Point Comfort, and Cabin Point ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. W. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote of authenticity. Re: George Washington's powder bag + puff.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 5 pages. Princeton to Georgetown. Bayard reports that his daughter, Mrs. J.E. Washington, has received Beverly's letter and he is now answering it as per her request. Bayard passes on to Beverly some legal opinions he has gathered relating to the appointing of an Executor, and a Guardian relative to the settlement of the Estate of Col. William Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck on the Bank of the Metropolis to bearer, for $13. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Juliet Washington, neé Juliet E. Bayard of Princeton, New Jersey. She was the widow of Wm A. Washington (1804-1830) who was the grandnephew of GW. Requests money from the estate if convenient. Will return to Westmoreland within the month to apply to the Court to be appointed administratrix and guardian of her daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $350. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Check for $200 on Potomac Bank of Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed by Yeaton, canceled.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Yeaton's bill for erecting wall with iron gate pr. contract--additional expence connected with it--total $628.15. Autograph document signed, docketed \"Receipt for Vault $618.15 Oct. 29. 1835.\" Receipted by Yeaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCheck, A.D.S. 1 page. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $68.58. Paid on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Sketch of iron gate at New Tomb. Date on original catalog card appears [1835]. Drawing in pencil. Unknown artist.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 3 pages. Memorandum of an agreement made for enclosure and gateway at New Tomb--it is headed by a sketch with dimensions for the wall and entranceway and contains specifications of materials to be used and method of construction and cost. Autograph document, in hand of Lewis, laminated, [no name inserted in contract]. [Yeaton contracted to build wall and entrance way for $600. See letter of Yeaton to L. Lewis, April 4, 1835].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Report of the Virginia legislature on the C and O Canal Co. loan. Covers three points: (1) how loan of last session was spent; (2) the erroneous estimates for completion of Canal to Cumberland; (3) the expenditures for internal improvements. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1835.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks for clarification of the letter just received in which the sum of $3,930 was mentioned as having been received from Mr. Street. It is her understanding that half that sum ($1,965) is rightfully hers and her daughters. She encloses a draft for that amount payable to her uncle Samuel H. Smith. A blank draft is also enclosed in case the sum is less than the amount of the draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStock certificate. 21 shares of capital stock for George C. W-n and signed by him as president of the Co. Embossed seal and engraving of a section of the Canal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Defense of the action of the B. of Directors of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co. in hiring James McCulloch as advisor on internal improvements, he was not hired to lobby for passage of a bill appropriating $2 million to the Canal Co. ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Claymont.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge. Dr. Sprague of Albany secured permission from Judge [Bushrod] Washington to take certain autographs and substitute a copy--this done before papers were sold to Congress--doesn't wish it to be thought that he himself took liberties with mss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. He has filled his part of the contract to sell G.W.'s papers to govt.--has delivered all public papers in his possession to State Dept.--Mr. Sparks overdue in turning over papers to him--he had thought Sparks contract with Bush. W-n over because of long time he had papers--lists mss. and volumes turned over to Archives.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed \"To the Hon. John Forsyth Secy. of State, Oct. 11th 1836,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by \"that infurnal Overseer of Dogles.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAn unpublished play, produced in New York on September 30, 1839 for one night only.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Jane writes to her son that she is at Mount Vernon settling accounts. She discusses family news and difficulties with postage.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Baltimore. Describes the costumes at a fancy dress ball at Mr. Cohens in Baltimore ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Integral cover, seal (broken).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains a dimensional drawing of a coffin for a letterhead, describing water damage to the burial vault at Mount Vernon, including damage to the coffin of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Gives him a forwarding address in Baltimore . Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Buchanan.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 pages. Georgetown. Forwarding the desired documents and the Congressional Directory for 1836. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon. To John Augustine Washington III? Discusses the harvest. Says she is being viewed as one of the curiousities of the place by the visitors.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawa Salines, Virginia, to Berryville, Clark County. Answers a letter Lewis addressed to his deceased father about a delay in the sale of some property in Kanawa. Assures Lewis of the integrity of the prospective buyer William Tompkins. Integral cover postal stamp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New Orleans to Audley. Last page of letter written by MEA Conrad to Lewis. She (Eleanor) has added her own note. Family letter. Integral cover, postmark and seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. In regards to work done on the sarcophagus of Washington. Includes a measured watercolor drawing of the bas-relief sculpture on top of the sarcophagus.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter written by a sixteen-year-old John Augustine Washington III in Alexandria, Virginia to his mother Jane C. Washington at Blakeley plantation near Charlestown, West Virginia. The address on the back page of the letter notes that the letter was delivered by Jim Mitchell (\"Jim Mitchum\") with a note from John Augustine that says \"I let Jim have $1.00 for his expenses.\" Jim Mitchell, who was later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, was enslaved by the Washington family at the time.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJohn Augustine tells his mother \"Mr. Skidmore finished his work at Mount Vernon yesterday, but I have not seen him yet so that I cant say what has been done\" and also notes \"On Saturday I went to Georgetown, Cousin and his family were not at home so that I could not get the pictures.\" He reports that West Ford has taken the cloth that arrived for Jane from Dumfries down to Mount Vernon and discuses butter sales, corn production, hogs, and resuming his studies. He also asks Jane if the servants are \"conducting themselves well\" and is worried they will give her \"a good deal of trouble coming in with their complaints.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter initialed. Janes writes that she is sending down \"four large shoulder of Bacon\" to Mount Vernon, along with two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, who she hopes will be \"faithful and useful.\" She writes, \"have them comfortably fixed my dear son treat them kindly, and I trust they will both prove valuable servants. Gabriel will require a strict tho kind discipline. Sarah or Milly must wast and mend for them.\" Jane also writes that she has had a letter from West Ford asking for the money she owes him. She instructs John Augustine to pay her pew fee and then pay Ford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests George C. to be his security in Md. in the institution of a suit as an executor of Mr. Payne's estate ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt A.D.S. 1 page. For $1.50, for 4 quarters continuance at rules and 2 continuances on court docket 50 against Lee. Small fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod to Est.,\" and \"Fairfax.\" Signed by J. J. Chew.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. For hauling sarcophagus to Mt. Vernon, pd hire of hack for Struthers and workmen to Mt. V. to put up ditto, clothing for Gabriel, \"ditto for 1839 to 9th June when he died deduct his meal 7 bushels from his usual allowance to him for the half year\", for coffin and digging grave, etc., with amounts given. Fragment. See reverse of letter to Lewis from M. Snyder, dated Dec. 31, 1838, asking for taxes due on house.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eUnsigned articles of agreement between Rice Levi, John A. Washington, and Jane C. Washington for Rice Levi to \"undertake the management and cultivation of the ... Washington's himself and farm at Mount Vernon\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Sends small extract of Appendix--has been unwell--must write a letter a day \"all on one subject\" [G.W.]--goes to Alexa. to celebrate \"The 68th Anniversary it has been my good fortune to witness the celebration of ...\"--then comes the Coronation and \"What next.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838 ?] Feb. 22. Autograph letter signed, docketed at bottom \"Letter written by George Washington Parke Custis presented by C.F. Gunther Chicago\", laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. to Leesburg. Regarding the estate of Nathaniel Hinkle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWill. D. 2 pages. G.W. Bassett appointed executor--leaves all property to nephew G.W. Bassett, who is required to pay annually [300] dollars per year to Bassett Claiborne, \"under the fear that the said Claiborne is not very careful.\"--all debts to be paid--codicil of Feb. 20, 1840 emancipates his \"servant,\" Pleasant. Document, copy by J.D. Christian, county clerk, laminated. Proved in New Kent Court, Mar. 11, 1841, no subscribing witnesses to will, so handwriting and signature sworn to by Morris H. Tench and James Stamper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Hoping that he will visit them at Bayou Goula. News of her children. She is anxious for news of the Lorenzo Lewis family. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Department of State to Georgetown. After examining Washington papers delivered to Dept. of State as per contract, finds a number of documents included in agreement are missing, and copies substituted for many others--a list of these is enclosed--\"You will be so obliging as to have the missing volumes and documents supplied without delay, and also to procure the return of the original letters for which copies have in some instances been substituted.\" [Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost]. Autograph letter signed, docketed, \"correspondence in relation to the Washington papers\", separate cover, postmarked \"Washington City D.C. May 12,\" franked by Forsyth, red seal, watermarks. Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy, 2 pages. Copy inclosed with letter of Dec. 15,1838, Forsyth to G.C. Washington; see also original of same letter with enclosure. Letter, docketed, watermark (H and O).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia to near Berryville, Virginia. Delayed in Phila. while sister puts her children in school--Mrs. Coxe purchasing materials for embroidery [for Angela]--leave for N. York tomorrow and then to Audley--family news--love to [Oliver?]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Philada, Pa. Sep. 22.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Chas.?] M. Conrad.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. Sends receipts to be given to [Parke] and Butler--he will pay Dr.'s bill for [Charley Conrad]--instructions for paying bills--Butler gave him $40. when he left New Orleans. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (JM), directed by \"Mrs. Lewis.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838?] Oct. 10.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mount Vernon to the University of Virginia. Jane writes to her son about work taking place at Mount Vernon, where she has spent almost all of $800 she brought down with her. She reports that Skidmore has \"finished the large room which is now to be plastered and painted.\" Mr. Ball has nearly finished the stables, and West Ford is still engaged with the enclosures. She writes of Mount Vernon , \"The dear old place will be more comfortable and decent in appearance, than we have known in years - but it draws deeply on a limited income to make it so.\" She also includes information on  other enslaved peoples, Sambo, Levi and Gabriel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. To Woodlawn. The books ordered by Lewis can not be supplied. Includes: Sparks, Life of Washington, The Cultivator.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eL.S. 1 page. Department of State. No answer being received to his letter of May 12, he sends a copy and requests answer. Letter signed, docketed, watermark. [See copy of letter, John Forsyth to Geo. C. Washington, May 12, 1838].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Apologies for delay in writing--has complied with terms of agreement regarding Washington papers--Judge W. gave away some autographs and substituted copies on unimportant letters--has retained letters of private character--refers McLane's letter of Dec. 10, 1833, to him, asking his terms for sale of letters, and his reply of Jan. 3, 1834 [see letter in question], agreeing to turn over all except private papers, or those whose publication would be improper at the time--refers to Forsyth's list of missing papers [see under letter of May 12 1838] and states which ones he regards as private and thus not included in the contract, and which are missing--refers to [Jared] Sparks' letter of [Sept. 20, 1836] which he encloses--knows of no letters being removed from bound volumes other than those accounted for by Mr. Sparks, except for corresp. between Genl. Washington and John Nicholas in relation to a letter addressed to G.W. over signature of Wm. Langhorne [see letter, Aug. 20, 1798 Bushrod W-n to G.W.; also letter of G.W. to Bush. W-n in Writings, XXXVI, 408-409, dated Aug. 12, 1798 ,] \"as this correspondence deeply implicates the conduct of a distinguised individual of that day.\"--however, he will send the letters and he [Forsyth] may decide whether to keep or return them--despite fact Sparks published many of private papers, doesn't feel this makes him liable to part with them under contract--feels govt. paid very little of their value anyway, and has been more than compensated by evidence on fraudulent claims which papers revealed. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to the Hon. J. Forsyth Dec. 24, 1838 in reply to his letters dated May 12th 1838 and Dec. 15th 1838.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. For $1.00 for 4 quarters continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod and c. 1.00 Frx.\" [See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1839].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Forwards receipt for freight of Joe, a slave -- \"do not put yourself to much trouble with the fellow, if you cannot sell him readily send him to your plantation and make him work, your Overseer may teach him better manners, he has never had the lash upon his back yet, perhaps a few will do him good, if it should become necessary.\" -- ask Butler to enquire of his House what ship carried his [L.L.'s] cow pease -- has heard nothing of them -- \"I observe by a paper Angela sent me your [sic] are taking an active part in the Legislature of your State -- Should anything very interesting occur tell Angela to send me the paper leaving one and end open for the Postmaster to see the contents, they are very particular, the one sent was torne open, and received in rather [dirty?] condition.\" Autograph letter signed, written on reverse of cover directed to L. Lewis, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  1 page. Woodlawn to Alexandria. Enclosed letter will tell him of wishes of Rev. Edward C. Mc Guire--brother charged with pair of pistols at private sale [of G.W.'s estate]--place am't. due for them, $30., to his own acct.--wants to clear up unfinished business--\"my health warns me to be quick in my movement.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"mentions purchase of Gen Washington's Pistols purchased at the private sale,\" cover is covered with figures, laminated, dove of peace. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Walker to rent for one year Washington's farm called Johnson Spring [Fairfax County] [This was probably part of G.W.'s original River Farm, Wellington or an adjoining tract]--to pay one third of crops. Document, in hand of and signed by Charles A. Washington [?] endorsed \"Contract - Washington and Walker,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Hannah writes of family news about Thornton Washington and Harriette Meade (cousin), as well as the marriage \"of Madaronia Todd to Mr. Quinn… from Kentucky.\" She describes \"violent colds and sore throats… some of the black people are sick – poor little Lucy died on Thursday night of a congestive fever…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Respecting work to be done on the vault [New Tomb] at Mount Vernon--Mr. Ball is fishing--can get Mr. Phillips--experience with hydraulic cement and proper proportion of lime and sand. Autograph letter signed, [probably written and signed by someone else] integral cover, torn, docketed by L.L., laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Skidmore.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to University of Virginia. Jane writes her son on his 18th birthday. She tells him family events that have occurred. Informs him of the death of his neice Louisa. \"The work here (Mt. Vernon) is much behind hand and crops the very little that can be seen, looks miserably. I shall endeavour to have the oyster shells hauled from the Shore as soon as they finish planting Corn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Respecting the cost of materials for the stone sill and gate at vault [New Tomb]--price not given--brick work and carpenters work, prices given. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L. \"Respecting Cost of work to vault at Mt. Vernon.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Examined wall and vault again and sketched design he thinks most appropriate--describes designed he intends--cannot give estamate of cost yet--screen of ornamental iron as sketched $50-$60. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Respecting vault at Mount Vernon,\" part of cover torn off. On reverse are sketches of iron gates and vaults.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning repair of the New Tomb, including the arch. Mentions a carpenter named Skidmore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Business takes him to Washington--may go to Baltimore until Wed.--will meet him Thursday at Mount Vernon [concerns work on New Tomb]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L. L., directed \"Pr Sam,\"  laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. No bricks to be had [for work on New Tomb]--the New Court House and New Meeting House have taken them all--in two weeks may be plenty--can get them in Washington and have them sent down with the lime in boats that run wood--Mrs. [Jane] Washington's project, unless it is done before the abutments are raised, hopes it will be suspended as it will be dangerous after the arch is finished--wants $100 to pay workmen etc.--his own salary--will save money by ordering lime from N. Y. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Pr. Sam,\" watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Caledon to University of Virginia. John's aunt writes to him about boat transportation from Fredericksburg to Mount Vernon. \"Steam boats go up three times in the week and stop at Boyd's Hole Saturday and Sunday and Tuesdays, one of the Boasts the Phoenix will board you I rather think at M. Vernon.\" She tells him of the news she has learned by riding through the neighborhood. Stampless address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. About bricks for the new tomb--Mr. Brockett's kiln [in Alexa.]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 17 pages. \"A Visit to Mount Vernon\" by L. Osgood. Autograph document, put together in book form, subheading \"Mt. Vernon in 1839 by a Native of this Country,\" dated at Washington, D.C. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\"I am under the disagreeable necessity of saying I was never more disappointed in my life, than on this visit. The home of Washington in life His resting place in death, the most hallowed spot in America's soul and a place visited yearly by thousands should be suffered to moulder and decay apparently with its once illustrious possessor.\"--piazza supported by 2 \"natural colemns from the forest\"--engraving of Bastille hanging directly above key--rooms downstairs, including mantle \"presented to him by Lafayette [Vaughan]\"--greenhouse burned 4 yrs. ago, but part of blackened walls standing--most of plants, shrubbery etc. destroyed in fire--took lemon from a tree planted by G.W.--outbuildings all of brick and very delapidated--many abandoned--only a small part of garden cultivated, along walks and the strawberry beds, rest in weeds--\"The old gardner seemed very proud of once belonging to Washington and took more interest in talking of his former gardening than exhibiting the present as well he might.\"--ate some cherries there--gave servant quarter for lemon and cherries--saw splendid portrait of Mrs. [John A.] Washington and \"one son and two daughters\" [actually 2 sons, 1 daughter and nephew]--by [John Gadsby] Chapman--tomb delapiated too--\"The two sarcophaguses are placed in wooden boxes or pens placed without the vault in the enclosed yard the vault is very damp, and a kind of acid is produced by water leaking through the bricks and mortar is so powerful as to rot mahogany boards in three years and two Gentlemen from Philadelphia [Wm.] Strickland an Architect and the gentleman that manufactured the Sarcophagus of Washington when they took it to Mt Vernon and discovered the state of the vault they said the acid would dissolve the marble in seven years and in consequence of this unfortunate circumstance the sarcophagus are cooped in the open yard and hid from the eye of the Visitor.\"--Lewis [Wm.] Washington [son of Geo. C. W-n], who has a farm 4 mi. from Mt. Vernon has his own servants prepairing for the masons who will put new arch to vault laid in hydraulic cement--wall enclosing vault badly done, crumbling already.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Woodlawn. Announcing his agreement with Mr. [Joseph] Dudley, the bricklayer [for work on new tomb]--requirement for workmen, lime, nails, planking etc.--need for money to pay the workmen Saturday night--must he buy supplies from Mr. Smoot, or can he get them where most suitable? Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis \"Yeaton stating the terms on which Dudley is employ'd; also \"4 1/2 day working on new wall the balance of the time of 2 weeks in painting,\" and cover is filled with figuring. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Lawrence has selected Mr. Hoop his cashier to pay--Y. will now select material--fears Smoot has no Carolina yellow heart pine needed for the ribs of the arch [for the new tomb]--cement from Smoot--workmen will want a room in one of the out houses--details about work--will see Thos. W. Smith about having screen [fancy iron gate for new tomb]--air-slacked lime. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, on cover is notation \"Judge Washington died 26 [ ] 29 aged 71 years [ ]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount. A.D. Fragment. Rough notes for about two weeks work by Bricklayers on the new tomb--price of labor, cart and food for laborers given. Autograph document, in hand of L. L., fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S 3 pages. To Audley. Reports a visit by Augustine Washington, clearing up a mix-up by revealing that Mr. Washington had failed to mail an earlier letter he had taken from Lawrence Lewis to Lorenzo, for Mrs. Lewis had found the letter several days later on the mantel at Mount Vernon. Also advice about the sale and purchase of horses.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAgreement. A.D.S. 1 page. Agreement with [Joseph] Dudley for L. Lewis for work at Mt. Vernon, with rates for him, his assistant and two laborers. Autograph document signed, in Yeaton's hand, docketed by W.Y. \"for Mr. Dudley.\" For brickwork on New Tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Barclay writes of his friendship with Bushrod Washington and visiting Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. Concerning his claim and affidavit with the Hinkle estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTabb writes about various illnesses, the Whig Convention in Richmond, and a $50 note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. Writes at E.P.L.'s request to give particulars of [Angela's] illness and death--during her sickness, she talked little and disliked anyone else talking, even a whisper annoyed her--seemed not to consider that she was dying, so made no wishes and left no messages--E.P.L. must not blame herself for not coming in the spring--Angela understood that her father couldn't come and had said she would go to him the next Summer--Angela's children--Mrs. Butler [Parke] had a little boy who lived only a few days. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, redirected to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Hannah Jane.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. New Orleans, care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. She may have set out on journey southward but Lorenzo will open letter--has been to Baton Rouge [where the children are]--while there, received letter from Major B[utler] telling of [Parke's] baby son who lived only 3 days--could not bring himself to break up housekeeping and sell his furniture, but cannot bear to go back to the once happy home, so he will live with [brother] Frank and [wife] Hannah Jane--trying to absorb himself in his work--glad [Lawrence Lewis] is doing well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, forwarded to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" postmarked [ ] Nov. 9,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. M. Conrad.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely to Mount Vernon. Inquires about family and business at Mount Vernon. \"Mr. Skidmore has I suppose been down and repaired the Pillars and Colonades.\" Reminds him to collect rent from tenants.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Appoints Lorenzo Lewis of Audley, Clark County [now Frederick County, Va.] as attorney to act for her in her dower rights as widow of Lawrence Lewis. Autograph document signed, witnessed by Mary Custis Lee, proved before George W. P. Custis as one of the U. S. Justices for Cty of Alexandria, District of Columbia, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Fragment. 1.00 for four quarter continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington B 1.00 Fairfax.\" See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1838.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInauguration account. Letter to the editor regarding George Washington's first inauguration. This letter was addressed to Col. William L. Stone, editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser. It offers an eye-witness account of George Washington's arrival in New York City for his first inauguration as president, written to correct an earlier published reminiscence by a Mr. Denini entitled 'Half Century Reminiscence' that appeared in the Commercial Advertiser. Whether this letter was also published is not yet determined.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. GWPC is trying to get Congress to take one of his paintings. Also is pursuing some action in favor of a widow. Mentions work on his memoirs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. His sad business [death of father] has kept him from writing--uneasy at not hearing from his mother [E.P. Lewis, then in La. with Charles Conrad]--hopes Charles can come to Va. in summer with [E.P.L.] because hot weather in N.O. very bad on [E.P.L.]--sends copy of [Lawrence Lewis's] will--his mother's share in Audley is 1/3, so he will pay her $1000 per year for her part--wants Conrad to pay her $250 quarterly and draw on him at 30 days or sight on Washington or Baltimore bank--bonds of Valery Hebert which Butler holds in trust, are to go under will to Conrad--Charles's namesake [Charles Conrad Lewis].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Apr. 3,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Taliaferro writes to Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington introducing her to a young gentleman from Connecticut who would like to visit Mount Vernon out of \"reverence\" for George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Death of Aunt Blackburn detained her at Blakeley--engaged in having the remains of \"our rever'd Uncle and Aunt [Bushrod and Anne Blackburn W-n] my beloved Husband [John A.] and dear Sister Mary Herbert inter'd in the Vault.\"--shocked at bad condition of some of coffins in vault--Cousin Lorenzo Lewis \"had his ... Father laid in a grave immediately within the door-Crosswise\"--details of grave she planned--West Ford prepared a coffin for G.C.W.'s nearest relatives--also had one made for Mr. Herbert and children but not room for them--only for one more and she wishes to be buried at feet of husband, uncle, aunt and sister--does not desire favors from government--\"we are unwilling to sell our inheritance ... yet as the Nation already shares it with us, sense of justice points out necessity of an appropriation ... to enable us to keep up the improvements and meet the expences we are daily subjected to by the publick.\"--\"endless intrusions and sacrifice of every thing like private right and domestic privacy ... arises frequently from a sincere ... desire of honouring the memory of Genl. Washington; 'Tis a feeling calculated to inspire and strenghthen virtuous and patriotic principles, and cement more firmly the ties that bind us together as a Nation. We have done, and shall continue to do all we can to keep the place from intire decay - it is yearly becoming more expensive and difficulty to do so; the buildings all ought to be thoroughly repaired, or they must in a few years go down - when that occurs-if unable to do better, I trust the family will erect a \"Log Cabin,\" and still let the place descend to the name and family of Washington ...\"--son [John] Augustine in Jefferson--her daughter and niece Mrs. Thos. Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal (blurred), docketed by G.C.W., postmarked \"Alexandria May [?].\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. University of Virginia.  Acknowledgement of receipt of a draft of $300 from L.L., and thanking him for his letter of introduction of Dr. Coxe.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Announcing that they are finally happily settled in a new home, except for a few complaints of city life: \"Above all, I want the invigorating exercise of horseback, this walking on hard pavements, in tight cloaths, is anything but recreation to me, a square or two and I am sick of it.\" Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Personal letter, family news, business, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Audley. Custis proposes to borrow $1000 from the estate of General Washington. \"I am wretchedly poor at present.\" Shows how the money in the estate is very loosely handled. John Mason's property at High Point just sold for $46,000. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Tax receipt, Sheriff of Frederick County, Virginia. Receipt for $38.44 for land tax, slaves, horses, levies. Document, partly printed, signed by d[eputy] s[heriff] W.D. Gilkeson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eChampagne label from the Beall/Washington wedding. Label reads \"Mount Vernon Brand. Sillery mousseux premier Qualite. Imported by Ed Simms.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Eltham to Bruce Town. Informs him of death of their uncle [Burwell Bassett, Jr.] on Feb. 26--his last hours--he would have been 77 the 15th of this month--would have no doctor and no minister--wife very ill--informs G.F.W. that his uncle left a will and he [G.W.B.] is sole heir [see will dated Mar. 13, 1838]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Buchamsville Va March 7th,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Jane writes about John Augustine's studies and mentions that some of the family attended the inauguration of William Henry Harrison, where they were kindly received and \"surprised and charmed with the grace and agreeableness of young Mrs. Harrison.\" She writes that the city was \"swarmed with office seekers.\" She also writes that she received a \"woful letter\" from West Ford about the lack of long forage at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. An explanation of his part as an intermediary in a payment transaction with Mr. Herbert, with Mr. Conrad's consent. Request for an aquittance. Discussion of the possibility of a war with England. Report of a hard winter on his Plantation, and the price of sugar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Washington, D.C. to Audley. Discussion of Mr. John Woodside, a young man with intentions of becoming a farmer; proposal that L. L. take him under his care. Integral cover.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. B. Page\". It is possible this is the Philadelphia doctor \"Page, William Byrd, 1817-1877\" but further research will need to verify that.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. As landlord to Mary Ellis, \"alias Mary Mortimer, I directed Mr. James Scott, Overseer of the Poor, to use the sale of the effects of said Mary, after her decease, and to devote the proceeds of the sale (as far as $48, being the rents due me)\" to the benefit of her orphaned children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Louisville. Discussion of arrangements for quarters on board the steam boat, \"Caddo.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from John Augustine Washington III to his mother mentioning his poor health, West Ford, an enslaved woman named Betty, and the state of affairs at Mount Vernon. A note to \"Dearest Mother\" is added on at the end of the letter by John Augustine's sister, Anna Maria Alexander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown to Audley. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. W. ? Peter. Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his mother about ways of making more money at Mount Vernon, including erecting a tavern at the Gum Spring and allowing a steamboat company to run a ship to Mount Vernon for a fee. This will \"avoid the inconvenience of a number of hacks, and having persons tampering with the servants.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Mount Vernon to Charlestown. John Augustine writes to his mother about Gabriel Johnson, an enslaved man who has run away. He suspects Gabriel has gone to Jefferson County, where Jane is. Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. to Mount Vernon.  Jane writes in response to Augustine's letter dated March 7, 1842 that Gabriel Johnson, the enslaved man who ran away from Mount Vernon, has arrived at Jane's plantation. Jane writes, \"Please come up without delay.\" Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Nashville. Washington informs Webster that R.J. Meigs, District Attorney of the United States for the Middle Tennessee district, has tendered his resignation and Washington requests that Webster, Secretary of State under John Tyler at this time, refuse it. Washington explains Meigs' motives and adds that Meigs resigned \"... in a momentary fit of spleen; ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Congratulations on \"`Conrad's' election to the Senate,\" but expressing a general feeling of disgust with the current political situation. Urging L.L. to make arrangements for a visit to Philadelphia. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Brown's Hotel, Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Bushrod describes the slow work in the Dismal Swamp to his nephew. He also comments on the Wise and Stanley affair. Tells about the sale of lumber. \"6\" rate, stampless cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Discusses his requirements for a horse to purchase. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. P. Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Looking forward to a visit from L. L. in Philadelphia, though wishing that he could go South instead to Woodlawn to escape the confines of the city. Report on the difficulties John Coxe is facing in the Senate and in the services. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWest Ford, a former slave of the Washington family who was later freed and employed as overseer of Mount Vernon, writes to John Augustine Washington III, present owner of Mount Vernon, who is away at Blakeley, regarding wool, barrels of fruit, sweet potatoes, flock of sheep, sale of wheat, and weather. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eT.B. Washington writes to Rice Levi regarding Mr. Levi managing the farming transactions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Private papers of Judge [Bushrod] Washington were not left to him, but probably are in possession of Mrs. Jane Washington--Genl. Washington's papers devised to him by Judge Washington. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt for county tax on $1350 at $.15 on the dollar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. G.F.W. neglected to answer his inquiries in last letter--desires to know exact location of their land in Ohio on Scioto River--search his papers for any reference to the land--title supposed to be derived from his grandfather Geo. A. Washington--G.F.W. should give him power of attorney so he can do something about their land if he finds it--his Kentucky land--low price of cotton--\"This country is almost universally bankrupt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Woodville Feb. 3.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Alexandria. He has a full settlement of accts. for articles purchased at sale of G.W.'s effects, all in Judge Washington's handwriting--asks Moore to check his accts. and find how he got debited for large amounts--desires complete settlement of estate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Letter comes with a copy of the will of Sarah Coxe, Esther's mother. Her father is writing her to explain the bequest she is to receive. Integral cover, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Thanking him for his kindness for taking into his care his young nephew Edward Butler, and discussing the arrangements. Expressing the need to get Edward out of the state of Louisiana:\"the less he sees of this state: its manner and its morals, the better for himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Philadelphia to Audley. He is eager to see L. L. again, admonishing him for not writing. He is much dismayed at the \"moral and physical deteterioration of this fallen world,\" and his greatest comfort is his children, Angela \"as Bad as she can be she is sweet,\" and Phil \"so lovely a fellow he does nothing but laugh.\" He recently attended the funeral of L. L.'s sister from Baltimore.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Lloyd sends J.A.W. information and rates of the Baltimore Life Insurance Company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington City. Letter and a copy. Requests that Jackson consider returning the \"circular chair\" previously owned by Washington to his family so that his son might take possession. Explains history of the chair given to Dr. Craik, then eventually to his family who gave it to Jackson. Now Mr. Coyle would like it back for his family. Says if Jackson had other plans for the chair, to consider his request withdrawn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph signed note, 1 page. A note that permits Bushrod's slave, Letty Williams, to travel from Jefferson County to Mount Vernon, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. to visit her relatives for \"the Space of four weeks.\" She is the wife of a free man named Soloman Williams. Bushrod Corbin Washington was George Washington's grand-nephew.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Jane, \"My Dear Madam, I am about to publish a series of American Biographies, and I should be glad to include in it a Life of Lawrence Washington, if the materials exist for writing such a Life. Have not his papers been preserved at Mount Vernon?...\" A note on the address panel indicates this letter was forwarded to John Augustine Washington III to respond to.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison writes about Washington hiring Joseph McFarland as overseer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA letter signed BWH, possibly from Bushrod Washington Herbert, to his cousin John Augustine Washington III. In the letter, BWH asks what Remington is going to do with Muddy Hole Farm. If Remington sells, BWH thinks John Augustine should rent it to West Ford \"as before.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks her kindness in receiving \"these interesting ladies and their accompanying gentlemen\" at Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. P. Madison.\" Autograph letter signed, embossed mark in upper left hand corner (crown).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Chantilly to Audley. Concerning the payment to Mr. Hammond for Bonds held by L. L.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Brief account of the wedding festivities for Dr. John Prosser Tabb of Gloucester and Miss Rebecca Lloyd of Alexandria ... requests his father to send the barrouche for the return to Gloucester party will be coming with him ... visited George W.P. Custis at Arlington ... now with Mr. Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. War Department, Office of Indian Affairs. Informing him of his appointment as Cherokee Commissioner ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. From the War Department. Notification that his salary as Cherokee Commissioner begins from the date of the commission. . . . .\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Cambridge to Mount Vernon. Letter from historian and George Washington biographer Jared Sparks to John Augustine Washington III proposing he write a life of Lawrence Washington. Sparks writes \"I was already acquainted with the principal incidents in the life of Lawrence Washington, and although the papers would not seem to furnish materials for a biography of much extent, yet I think a Life of moderate length might be written, which would be interesting and fill a proper space in the 'Library of American Biography.' If you will forward me the papers, I will do the best that I can with them.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSparks says George Washington's papers were sent to him in \"one of the packets sailing from Alexandria to Boston.\" He directs that the papers be put in a box and be addressed to him, care of Little and Brown, Booksellers, Boston. Sparks specifies that John Augustine should put all the papers into the box without removing any, because even seemingly unimportant documents are of use to the historian. Sparks promises to return all the papers in the same condition in which they were received.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSparks requests John Augustine to send him the portrait of Lawrence Washington from Mount Vernon so that an engraving can be made for the book. As assurance that the portrait will be returned safely, Sparks mentions how Mr. Custis sent the portrait of Martha Washington from Arlington that now appears in one of the volumes of Washington's Writings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter intialed with integral address panel. Jane writes about the baptism of John Augustine's daughter Louisa and other family news, including the sale of Selby by Hannah Lee Washington and the marriage of her son Richard to his cousin Christian Maria. She also writes about crops and finding a good overseer. She adds, \"I am very sorry you cannot commence the repairs at [Mount Vernon] this autumn. The buildings are getting in ruinous condition.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMount Vernon to Blakely. West Ford reports on illnesses at Mount Vernon: \"i am very sorry to say to you that we have had a great deal of sickness Jessie Clark was take the 3 day of the month he was as crazy as he could be he did not know any person i had to send for doctor Powel.\" He also mentions that Jim Mitchell has been \"laid up\" and that July and Hannah, though \"not yet confined,\" have been scarcely able to work. Andrew is also still sick. Ford also reports that he has begun breaking up and clearing land but has not been able to \"break more than acre.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eR. D. Coverte writes from Brooklyn following a visit to Mount Vernon in which he got the impression that John Augustine did not want to become a planter. Coverte inquires if he can rent Mount Vernon and 500 surrounding acres for a fair price.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Northrup, a Philadelphia real estate agent, offers to help Washington find a purchaser for Mount Vernon, understanding that \"you wish to dispose of the property you now occupy. . .\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 1/4 pages. Copy. Mount Vernon. John gives his cousin calculations on the future value of her servants. He advises her not to sell them now. 1st page has cover embossing W. H. Harrison log cabin - 1840.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRetained copy of letter written by John Augustine Washington III to Fairfax County magistrate and landowner Dennis Johnston. In the letter, John Augustine states that based on a conversation with West Ford he believes Johnston is misinformed about the terms of Johnston's contract for cutting, hauling, and cording wood on the Mount Vernon estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Leesburg. N. Herbert, a cousin of John Augustine, writes about Alfred, an enslaved man who escaped from Mount Vernon and voluntarily surrendered himself to the Loudon County Jail in Leesburg. Herbert writes that slave traders Joseph Bruin of Alexandria and William Bale of Exeter were inquiring about Alfred but recommends that Augustine keep him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondence, Richmond to Mount Vernon. Stampless cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Personal letter describing in part a visit to Mount Vernon and Washington, D.C. Mentions Gustavus Washington and the tombs of George and Martha Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Leesburg. Harrison declines buying an enslaved woman named Julia from Augustine, claiming \"she will not suit at all.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. John Augustine's overseer, Joseph McFarland, writes that he has had \"a great deal of difficulty\" with the enslaved worker Gabriel Johnson and has had to put Gabriel in Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eMcFarland describes a scene in which Gabriel was \"cursing \u0026amp; fighting\" against some horses, and then began cursing McFarland when McFarland took the horse whip away from Gabriel. McFarland writes, \"I put him with Mr. Bruen at 25 cts a day. Mr. Bruen thinks he would be mighty apt to run away. I did not flog him as Mr. Bruen persuaded me not for it would injure the sale of him.\" He then adds to Augustine, \"Times is very different to what they was when you was here.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter in the hand of Henry P. Hill, likely dictated by Gabriel Johnson from Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria. Gabriel tells his side of the story following an disagreement with Joseph McFarland, John Augustine's overseer at Mount Vernon. According to Gabriel, McFarland threatened to whip him, but Gabriel \"told him that he could not whip me as I did not think any person but my master out to do it or at least to authorize it.\" McFarland tied Gabriel up, but he escaped. When he was recaptured, he was brought to the jail.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eGabriel writes, \"I want you if you please Sir to come down and see about the matter and hope that you will be satisfied that at best I am not the only one to blame. I love you and your family and hope that you will believe me that I have the utmost sort of feelings for you and would not by any means offend you if I could avoid it. I am very anxious to see you here and feel fully the painfull uncertainty of my situation.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Alexandria slave dealer Joseph Bruin of the firm Bruin and Hill to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved man named Gabriel who escaped from Mount Vernon and is now being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Bruin writes, \"I have to inform you of what I am willing to pay for your man now in my Jail we will give you $565 neat for him at this time if the prices should improve we are willing to pay what ever the prices may be but when you come down I am inclined to think we can trade if you wish to replace him you can inquire of others what he is worth to satisfy your self about his worth he is 5 feet 5 inches he's well formed but has some scars on his back also 2 scars from burns on his arms which are mear eye sore but dont disable him in the smallest degree. He's a very desirable negro - to those wishing to purchase. I have 2 or 3 more at this time that possibly will suit you they are young and likely and not sold for any fault.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eBruin's Slave Jail was famously featured in Harriet Beecher Stowe's \u003ci\u003eUncle Tom's Cabin\u003c/i\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Alexandria slave dealer Henry P. Hill of the firm Bruin and Hill writing to John Augustine Washington III about an enslaved man named Gabriel who has escaped from Mount Vernon and is being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Hill writes, \"your man Gabriel by strict measurement is five feet five and a half inches... He is likely and a very good man of his stature and if you are offered more than we priced him at I think if you will excuse a stranger for the expression of his opinion in all candour, that you will certainly do well to take the offer.\" Hill says he is willing to arrange a sale or exchage with Washington, adding that there are only sixteen men at the jail at the time, but he expects \"Sir Bruin may send in or bring others when he comes.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Although he [Lawrence] refused a loan once, G.C.W. will apply for one again--also wants to discuss plans for G.W.'s private letters, books, and other relicks--cannot afford to deposit them in a safe place--\"little reliance can be placed on the liberal disposition of Congress\"--\"I desire them to confide them to the guardianship of some institution or association formed for the purpose, where they would be safely preserved from any casualty for all time to come.\"--could sell the relics to foreign country, but \"as an American and the nearest living relation of that great man, I could not reconcile it with duty to my country or a proper respect to his memory to transfer them to foreign hands.\"--\"From the high character of Boston for munificence and public spirit ... it has been suggested to me, that citizens of that place would in all liklihood form an association for the purpose, and take charge of these relicks, or deposit them in some public institution ...\"--deeply in debt--must get money or sell his farm--Green Hill in Montgomerie county--wants to borrow $5000 immediately, giving farm as security--also, a lien on the books, papers, etc.--should proposed disposition be made of these, loan of $5000 to be pd. immediately--will not offer family servants as security--if his plan for disposition of relicts can be done, they can arrange terms--he will name no price yet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with an envelope addressed to G.C. Washington and docketed by him \"Correspondence with Abbot Lawrence Esq. in relation to the Washington papers and books,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Accompanying letter to a money draft of $205, payable to Lorenzo, \"being Virginia's money is the money most in use in the South,\" Report on his ill health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis.\" Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Re: agreement between John A. and Mr. Johnson for rent of Mt. Zephyr ... John A. Cannot be held responsible beyond the terms of the contract ... Integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePressed leaves and autograph note. \"This branch of arbor vita was given me by my darling little Lewis Conrad the day before he left Audley Oct. 20th, 1845, for New Orleans. May God grant to my precious Charley and Lewis a safe and pleasant journey to New Orleans, health, happiness and improvement there, and a safe and happy return to me next Spring - May God grant my fervent prayers for them for Christs sake - Amen.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Green Hill of 800A., half in wood, 3 1/2 miles from Rockville, 9rm. house, large brick kitchen, barn, brick stable, sheds, corn house, poultry house, meat house, ice house, pigeon house, overseer's house, etc. lists livestock, servants ... values listed ... will take $12,000 for the property described ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. This contains the wording for a power of attorney which George C. is to copy and execute and return to Bushrod C .... by the power of attorney Geo. C. appoints Bushrod C. and Thomas B. W-n his attorneys and proxies at mtgs. of Dismal Swamp Land Co .... there follows a not of explanation re: the power of attorney ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Suffolk to Berryville. Robert R. Prentis, a lawyer in Suffolk, responds to a request by Lorenzo Lewis passed on to him from Bushrod Corbin Washington to obtain a decree for the sale of the interest for lands from the estate of George Washington lying in Nansemnond County and held by the firm of Washington Walker Co. Prentis advises Lewis that the land is of little value and that it would be better to sell the entire tract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison talks about turning an enslaved woman named Julia into a house servant and hiring out an enslaved man named Bob.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeesburg. Harrison writes to Augustine about Julia, an enslaved woman, who has taken \"French leave\" after Harrison struck her half a dozen times with his horse whip for disobedience. Harrison thinks Julia may have gone to Mount Vernon and asks Augustine to write if he has seen her.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Hollin Hall. Mason discusses the retrocession of Alexandria from the District of Columbia to Fairfax County. Stampless address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bayou Goula to Frederick County, Virginia. Will try once more to come to terms regarding their business, before going to extreme measures--he is already yielding more than half his rights--dislike taking an honored relative to court--will he settle as he proposes or abide by decision of a court?--late brother [Churchill J. Thornton] owed him much at his death, and has title to their Ohio lands. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover postmarked by hand \"Bayou Goula May 29th,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. No final decree in case yet, but will be at next court--sends last payments--will collect balance after harvest and send--mentions cousin Mary [a note in pencil identifies her as Miss Mary Peter, sister of Mrs. G.C. Washington]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Chs. Town June 13.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Encloses $100 note on Richmond Bank--directions for exchanging it--send receipt to him, as exect. of Judge Bush. W-n's estate--part payment of a decree in court against B.C. Washington and in favor of G.C.W., as administrator of Jane M. Washington, deceased. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"B.C. Washington $100.,\" postmarked \"Chs. Town Va., June 18.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Berryville, VA. Lorenzo's desire to resign acting executorship of G.W.'s estate--persuades him not to give it up--he himself knows nothing of the estate, because Lawr. Lewis and Judge W. acted for all the executors--Lorenzo's duty to carry on in father's place, for estate settlement is near completion--to legalize proceedings, sign themselves \"L. Lewis and B[ushrod C.] Washington, acting Executors for G.W.P. Custis sole surviving Ext. of the Estate of General George Washington\"--print circular announcing decree of Supreme Ct. of U.S.--necessity of closing up case quickly. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washington City, D.C., [23\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at [Audley] on Tuesday--Charles's children glad to see her--send their trunk--family and friends--his trip to New Port [for health]--Parke has bracelet plaited of Angela's hair--wants his, Charleys, and Lewis's to make suitable clasps in New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Jul. 24,\" redirected to care of \"J. Whitehead Esq. Merchants Exchange, New York,\" as per E.P.L.'s directions on cover, broken black seals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Hopes he goes as far as Quebec for change of air and exercise--[Charles and Lewis Conrad]--Lorenzo returned from Lexington, where [G.W. Lewis] has been put in [V.M.I.]--Parke and children will arrive shortly--Charles and Lewis read to her--Brother Calvert gone to Capon Springs for health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 3,\" watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Encloses letter to him--Parke and children arrived. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 8,\" broken black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington, D.C. Informing him of the transfer of a bond to Mr. Lindsly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Lewis writes about his slaves and their values.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter. She has been sick before now and couldn't write. Updates of family, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mason quotes one Dr. Marne who was complaining about his lack of funds and complains about the weather. He also talks about a bill before the legislature and the locals in Fairfax ganging up on him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Corbin Washington writes to John Augustine Washington III, \"a statement by which to settle with the legatees of General George Washington\". Includes a list of names and heirs with \"quota to pay off debts\". Autograph document, 2 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Sends check for $872.24, per decree in his favor in court, send receipt for this and $50 attorney fee sent by Mr. Greene to him [final settlement of Bush. Washington's estate, Bush. C. W-n, executor, in favor of G.C.W., adminis. of Jane M. Washington, dec.]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed in G.C.W.'s hand \"B.C. Washington June 21t. 1847 and T.C. Green's rect for $50 - atty fee - Legacy to Frances and Mary Washington recd. in full,\" postmarked \"Cha. Town Va June 23,\" sums computed on cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Herbert writes to his cousin about business and family news. The address panel contains three weeks of diary notes by John Augustine in pencil. He notes on August 27 that he went to Audley, where Lorenzo Lewis was \"very ill and died after I left there.\" On September 2, his wife Nelly was attended to by a dentist named Dr. McCormick. On September 11, John Augustine notes that West Ford paid him \"105.00 for 60 cords of wood and 8.23 for fruit and vegetables and 3.50 from Smoot for Louisa's lamb.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington to Newport, Rhode Island. Arrived from Chantilly by stage and hack--Charley [Conrad's] poor health and instructions for nursing him--Charley's 10th birthday today--sea air and bathing will benefit him in New Port. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Aug. 14,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Received letter telling of Charley's [Conrad] illness--Lorenzo ill with cough and pain in his head--Mrs. [E.P.] Lewis considering going up to New Port to nurse Charley--hopes Frank C[onrad], [Charles's brother] is better from sea air--Mr. [Henry] Clay to speak at New Port--Mrs. [Mary Custis] Lee here with 4 children--\"Mr. and Mrs. W[ashington ?] are delighted with the portico\" (?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. M. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 17,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Charley's illness--use of bella donna for the disease [scarlet fever]--arrived with Sissy and Caro [Isabella and Caroline Butler] to find [Lorenzo] ill--his ailments and treatments. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 23,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Newport, Rhode Island. Announces Lorenzo's death--had 5 physicians--Mary [Custis] Lee his nurse and great comfort to him--\"This is the 4th child I have lost by congestian.\"--don't leave New Port too soon, because of Charley's health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Aug. 30,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Washington, D.C. Beds and rooms prepared for their coming--urges him to leave Charley and Lewis [Conrad] with her this winter for their health--Esther to have an excellent tutor for the children--Bishop Meade in N. York procuring a tutor--stage from Winchester to Leesburg very small, agent refuses to use large one--Lewis [Conrad] injured his eyes by bad habit. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va., Oct. [ ],\" laminated, smeared black seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Washington copies out his wife's, Maria's, will (sister of Burr Harrison), and goes over several details of the will. His health is also declining since his wife's passing and he doesn't expect to live much longer. He plans on retaining four of his wife's slaves for the time he does have left.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Parke Custis writes to John Augustine Washington III with concerns about finalizing the settlement of the estate of George Washington including the sale of land near the Dismal Swamp in Nansemond County. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address label.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakeley near Charlestown, West Virginia at Christmas time to her son John Augustine Washington III at Mount Vernon. Jane worries over John's recent illness with \"chill fever\" and reminds him \"You now have an overseer, and it surely cannot be so necessary for you to go out at the dawn of day, and expose yourself to the inclemencies of weather in attending to farm business.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJane writes \"I am now quite alone, dear little John A. left me this morning; he is a happy cheerful fellow, and has been with me for some time. I have endeavoured to teach him, and think he has mad some progress both in reading and knitting, with which he is excedingly pleased declaring, he 'was never lonesome since he learned to knit,' the most monotonous and dullest of all employments.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eSpeaking of the enslaved persons of Blakeley plantation, Jane says \"Christmas as you know always occasions considerable excitement, particularly with the poor Negroes, to whom it is a season of temporary freedom and feasting.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was carried by \"Mr. W's servant Edmund who is returning home from Jefferson Cty.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJane writes, \"I saw no white face on Christmas day.\" She describes giving out provisions and supplies to the enslaved population, a few of whom assembled to hear her read in the morning and at noon. \"They conducted themselves very soberly \u0026amp; orderly.\" Old Jenny thanked her for the \"fine dinner.\" Jane also describes her Christmas with family - skating, setting traps, reading, and eating cakes and apples.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III, three to Mount Vernon, one to Alexandria; and one receipt for $2.24 postage to the Alexandria Post office.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Brackenridge, a horticulturist, is writing to Downing, a landscape gardener and architect, regarding a proposal before Congress to turn Mount Vernon into a park: \"The one hundred and fifty-acres is purchased [for citizens of the United States], that is to be laid out as a Park, which is to contain a Botanic Garden and Arboretum...\" Around this time Brackenridge was in charge of the rare plants in the national Botanical Garden at the Capitol. Downing's 1841 book, Landscape gardening, is a classic.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter with updates on family health, etc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I have been authorized by Mr. Custis to settle and close the unfinished business of Gen. Washington's estate.\" Asks questions he needs to know to complete handling of the estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Washington. Interesting and critical commentary on life in Washington, the town of Alexandria, Va. and a description of Mt. Vernon ... few Whigs attend the \"administration receptions\" ... dine with Mr. [Daniel] Webster ... is going to see the East Room of Mrs. Polk ... found Alexandria \"not worthy of notice\" remarks on dilapidated condition of MV ... Integral cover. Wife's maiden name: Annie Bigelow Lawrence.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint Senate Act, 30th Congress, 1st Session, Miscellaneous. No. 82. \"Memorial of Citizens of the United States, Praying The Purchase of Mount Vernon by the government.\" The \"memorialists\" wish the government to purchase one hundred fifty acres at Mount Vernon. They have the \"most profound reverence and veneration for everything connected with the memory of the 'Saviour of America.'\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Boston. \"Among the final dispostions of my father, made by his last Will, I find the following, 'I give and bequest to my friend Dr George Parkman of Boston a seal enclosed with the image of General George Washington as a small token of the esteem and affection which i bear to him.'\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt. Received $80 from B.C. Washington, who was acting for Geo. C. Washington, who in turn was trustee for Bush. Washington, Jr.--for \"the proportion of the quota of Judge Bushrod Washington to be refunded to the estate of General Washington by the said George C. Washington as trustee ...\" [This relates to a claim upon 22 of G.W.'s legatees or their heirs on account of a mortgage accepted by the 23rd. --upon foreclosure the mortgage had produced less than the amount of the debt, and, after prolonged litigation, General W.'s executors were held liable. They, in turn, transferred liability to the other legatees and their heirs]. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"1848.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Senate desires to know of owner of books in G.W.'s library, what books there are and for what could they be purchased by Congress? Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"From James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Pearce.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Quotes B.W-n's will on disposition of G.W.'s library--most valuable portion at Mt. Vernon, owned by Mrs. Jane C. Washington--comprises about 1500-2000 vols.--doesn't know Mrs. W's feelings but thinks \"since she has expressed her willingness for a fair equivalent, to let Mr. Vernon with a portion of land attached, become the property of the Nation at its request, so in the same spirit of compliance with its wishes and those of Congress, she possibly might consent for a liberal consideration to have the books of Genl. Washington placed in so safe a depository as the library of congress, where they would be preserved for all time.\"--suggests they contact her about this--the books left to him were largely those of Judge Washington's--about 3-400 of G.W.'s books were included--he recently disposed of all these to an agent of the library of the British Museum--would have preferred American institution, but none were interested--defends his actions in so doing, since press has seen fit to [criticize] him for it.  Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed by G.C.W. \"To Hon James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. The portion of G.W.'s library remaining at Mt. V. is small, and they will not sell it--if necessary later, they prefer National Library--\"In respect to the purchase of this place, dear cousin, by the U.S. Government. We still regard it as uncertain.\"--if G.C.W. and family accompany Eleanor to Bath, stop and see her at Blakeley [Jefferson Cty.] she goes there soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal smeared (W).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Indenture. Sale of part of a tract called Rock of Dumbarton in D.C. by the Washingtons to Corcoran ... belonged to George C. W-n's wife ... $3200 ... survey signed and sealed by the two Washingtons ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Note of authentication for daguerrotype likeness of two portraits of George and Martha Washington taken by John Grubb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeorge Washington Bassett writes to John Augustine Washington regarding settlement of the Washington estate. References a Supreme Court decision and \"Hammond's case.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel, postmarked 'Richmond Aug 6'.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with integral address panel. Delivered by James Mitchum (Jim Mitchell). Jane writes that Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town has burned down.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Business about settlement of estate--the recent death of his grandmother, and his efforts to keep a home for her in her old age--contract with his grandfather--insists no personal interest in retaining possession of property for the present year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown. He has never seen G.W.'s missing diaries and Cash Memorandum Books returned all he had--Judge W. not home when he took papers from Mt. V., and altho Revolution papers in good order, private one and those before and after were in bad shape--noticed some diaries missing then--vol. of Orderly books missing at the time and nothing known of it by the Judge or Marshall--\"I have recently been informed that one of the volumes of the \"Diary,\" (I think for the year 1790, but am not certain) is now in possession of Mr. Bogart of New York, but how it fell into his hands I know not ... I have the impression, also, that I have heard of another volume somewhere, but I do not now recollect where it was said to be ... You know there was a rumor, that papers relating to the latter part of this period [the Presidency] were secretly taken from the office after the General's death. I once mentioned this to Judge Washington. He replied cautiously; \"We have never charged any person with such an act,\" intimating, as I thought, that his suspicion was strong.\"--G.W.'s books which G.C.W. sold to Mr. Stevens have been purchased there by subscription and are deposited in library of the Boston Athenaeum. Autograph letter signed, cover, docketed \"Important regarding missing Books and papers from Jared Sparks,\" postmarked \"Cambridge Ms. Jan 2,\" laminated, watermarked (Lumsdon and Son 1848), red seal (crane). [A \"Memorandum of Papers in 12 Boxes\" is enclosed, in Sparks' hand, listing vols. of George Washington's correspondence \u0026amp; other documents with notation \"Vol. III of orderly Books was never received. 10 vols. of Army Returns - being a part of the series of 117 vols. - were taken away by Colonel Washington\"].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Takes pleasure in answering his wish to have a book previously owned by General Washington. This note accompanies the book. Enclosed envelope also sealed with the Washington coat of arms, private seal of Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Re: GW's papers ... resolution now before Congress re: papers ... Geo. Corbin owns W-n's private papers, his earliest writings ... unable to make a gratuitous offering of the papers to Congress ... in 1834 he accepted $25,000 for the public papers ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington D.C. to Berryville. Thanks for her interest in him and his family--her family always welcome at the White House--fear they will not find time to visit Audley while in Washington. Letter, signature cut out, in another hand, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ],\" laminated, watermark (H and O). Date on original catalog card appears [18]49 Mar. 27. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Caledon near Hampstead. Personal letter updating her on family health and affairs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Audley. Assures her he would like to comply with her wishes [as regards political appointments], but he is swamped with applications, and his predecessor [Polk] filled all offices just before his term was up--will try to aid Col. Lee's son [G.W. Custis Lee?] get West Point appointment--explains system of choosing. Autograph letter signed, cover franked by Z.  Taylor, postmarked \"Washington DC 16 Apr,\" Free, red seal blurred, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, 7 pages. Describes a trip to MV, by steamboat and hack from Washington. Mentions gate house lodges. Buildings and grounds in a dilapidated condition. Visited the New Tomb. Met J.A. Washington and was shown some of the first floor rooms and the key to the Bastille (misidentified as the key which confined Lafayette in the Prison at Ham.). Hopes that the gov't will purchase the estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House to Alexandria. Regrets he has no more autographs of G.W. to give away--has given them for 40 years \"andll over the civilized world,\" and the only letters he has left are those to his father, J. P. Custis, and some to himself when a student.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, on reverse of cover is cover addressed to Joseph B. Boyd Esq., Maysville Kentucky, postmarked Alexandria Va. Apr. 28; (probably forwarded to him by Bryan). Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt from John Augustine Washington III for 11 dollars to be handed to J. C. Sellman of Baltimore to be handed to the widow of a fisherman named Joseph Hall found drowned near the bank of the river at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington corresponds to his attorney, B.W. Harrision, about his wife's father's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph - Zachary Taylor. 5 small slips of paper signed \"Z. Taylor,\" and 3 \"E.P. Lewis\" in Taylor's hand. One is endorsed \"Written by Genl. Taylor in his office at the White House May 1849,\" all enclosed in a cover marked \"Taylor's autographs' and \"Keep with letter\". [Probably goes with letter of Taylor to E.P. Lewis, dated July 2, 1849].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington to Georgetown. Received her letters by her grandson, Edward Butler--congrat. on daughter [Parke's] \"eminent\" arrival--will be glad to receive her and family on Tuesday, their day for receiving company--forwards some autographs, as requested. Autograph letter signed, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ], watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Sandy Spring to Alexandria. Stabler gives Washington advice on crops, soils, fertilizers and other agrarian areas of interest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHooff congratulates Washington on buying a farm, Cloveread, for five hundred dollars.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mrs. Corcoran wishes to buy a lot in Georgetown formerly owned by the addressee's grandfather ... it is supposed that the addressee is the proper heir and the one to sell the property ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Henry Augustine writes to his father about legal and financial matters. Henry Augustine Washington (1820-1858) and Lawrence Washington (1791-1875) were distant relatives of George Washington. Both paternal family lines trace back to John Washington (1632-1677).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Audley. A short commentary on the weather and season. She then records for her brother a short but graphic description of Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and his making GW's Bust. \"I wish I could give you all the information you desire in regard to Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon. I was only six years old at that time, and perhaps have not retained any recollection of Houdon and his visit had I not seen the General as I supposed, dead, and laid out on a large table coverd with a sheet. I was passing the white servants Hall and saw as I thought the corpse of one considered my Father, I went in, and found the General extended on his back on a large table, a sheet over him, except his face, on which Houdon was engaged in putting on plaster to form the cast. Quills were in the nostrills. I was very much alarmed until I was told that it was a bust, a likeness of the General, and would not injure him. This is all I recollect.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood to Alexandria. Writes his brother family news--bad weather--killed some of C.A.W.'s sheep for fear of their starvation--feared to lose them all--Aunt [Frances] [?] is said by some to be going to marry Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Brucetown Va Decb. 6th,.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. F. Washington, Jr.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baton Rouge. SummaryAlthough he has never met her, he has long admired her character and virtues as reported by various individuals--knows Col. and Mrs. Butler [E.G.W. Butler and Frances Parke Lewis Butler] very well--they are visiting him now and are in good health--hears that \"notwithstanding you had readhed an age that but few attain, you enjoyed and was blessed with unusual good health ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Mary Peter to give him a general power of attorney ... authorizes him to sell a slave and his family if possible and to collect debts due her ... family business ... political matters discussed ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Middleway to Berryville. Sends poem that he promised [on Z. Taylor]--if she likes it, send [Taylor] a copy. [Poem is enclosed, entitled \"The Crisis, To Gen: Zachary Taylor, President of the United States\"]. Autograph letter signed, cover with later docket \"Poem to Taylor and letter, 1850,\" laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Note for the bank to pay Mr. Washington the sum of $754.40 as the executor of General Washington's will and against the estate of Mrs. Peter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. To Mr. A. Scott, the Cedars. Acceptance of a dinner invitation. Autograph note signed, with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Appoints him her general attorney to attend to all her business affairs ... confirms any action he has taken already ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Scolds him for not writing--is afraid he is ill--advises him to take a wife, so he won't be so lonely at Welllington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted membership certificate for C.L.W. Butler for the donation of five dollars to the Washington National Monument Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted certificate filled in for Mrs. Albert Goodyear for her donation of a dollar to the Washington National Monument Society.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore to Audley. Upon examining Genl. [Zachary] Taylor's papers, came across letter to her without an address--encloses it to her--Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Bliss overcome by their bereavement [Taylor's death] [Bliss was Taylor's son-in-law].  Autograph letter signed, cover, postmarked \"Baltimore Md. [ ] 17,\" stamped with early 5 cent stamp, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington 1st statement of transfer of bonds by Mrs. Henderson to G. A. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Encloses a letter by George Washington in compliance with a promise he gave.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHarrison writes about the possible sale of Mount Vernon to the United States, \"I wish you may succeed in making an even track with the government- Mt. Vernon ought to belong to the nation, in these disunion times- I think it wd. Have a wholesome influence - everything shd be done to perpetuate the memory of that great and good man GEORGE WASHINGTON…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends a profile of Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Expresses thanks for the books sent. Asks a favor in regards to Mr. Felton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBill for twelve hundred and fifty dollars. Autograph bill signed, Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Description of an Early Visit to Mount. Vernon, with a group of Washingtonians including the 94 year old Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Lengthy description of life in the Federal City and impressions of important political figures: Pres. Fillmore, Daniel Webster.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW.B. Whitehead write from Suffolk to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon concerning Gen. Washington's estate and a past debt. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, integral address with a Suffolk postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlee. Conveys appreciation of a Washington County agricultural group for use of Mr. W-n's dynamometer at a recent ploughing match ... discusses plows, agriculture, etc ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I rec. yours of Oct 22nd, and as you request I send you a statement of the acct. between Hammerly and myself.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Brown writes about selling some of John Augustine's lands. On the back of the letter, he asks if the remains of George Washington's old coffin still in the old vault at Mount Vernon. If so, Brown, writes, he can identify the pieces and place them at the National Institute for \"more perfect preservation.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne receipt from the Alexandria Post Office for postage, $2.24. Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Concerning the expected delivery of a \"box of Game and Fish.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlthough he cannot visit Mount Vernon when he is in Washington DC, Corcoran asked to see John Augustine Washington in Washington \"and talk about the matter in a much more satisfactory manner than it could be conducted in a correspondence…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Philadelphia. Randolph, a Quaker, writes his mother that he visited Mount Vernon \"and was much disappointed to find the natural beauties of the place such that all the neglect of owners and trespassing of strangers for half a century have only been able to impair but not ... destroy them.\" Comments on huts of negros. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Personal, family letter. Sorry her letter to her at Mount Vernon will be missed since she left to go \"over the Ridge\" early.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Bellair. Information on portraits of G.W.'s family--\"It is certain there is no portrait extinct of Augustine, the Father of the Chief, nor does there exist one of his illustrious mother, such is the result of my researches and enquiries of more than half a century - John was the favorite Brother, a magnificent man and most resembling the Chief of all the brothers. Mrs. Lewis the only Sister, whom I very well remember, was the most majestic and imposing looking female I ever beheld, and was dearly beloved by the Great Man. - There is a good portrait of her. Samuel was tall, but not so stout, while Charles was a very large man without anything remarkable about him,\"--cannot help him further in obtaining information on portraits of the family, but suggests asking in Stafford, Westmoreland and Northumberland--the absurdity of the belief that G.W. was born in England. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, torn, postmarked \"Alexandria Va. Aug. 7,\" with a 3 cent stamp, bearing George Washington's picture, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 5 pages. A friend of Nelly Custis Lewis for 58 years, Gibson writes a draft of her memories of Lewis and her relationship with the Washingtons. Martha Washington, her grandmother, implanted \"in her mind pure and sound principles\" for Nelly's life. Comments on Nelly's beauty, charms, the strength she rec'd from religion and political persuasion. Autograph manuscript, draft.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Augustine, I send you the above check for $100 which I recd. Of Davis - you will please give Hamerly cr. For the same - Yrs. Truly, H.T. Harrison.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. \"For C.A. Conrad and L. Lewis Conrad - Letters from their Grandmother Lewis' Father (their Great Grandfather John Parke Custis) to Genl Washington.\" Autograph document, docketed \"E.M. Lewis Sepr. 21st 1852.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington House to New York. Congratulations on the completion of his work, and predicts a 2nd edition for it soon -- approves his prospectus of a field book of the Second War of Independence -- has just completed his four Revolutionary Battles and is working on his Magnus opus, Surrender of Yorktown painting -- describes it -- has a new studio fitted up in So. wing, where Mr. Stearns made copy of originals of Col. and Mrs. Washington -- Barnum's new pictorial magazine to rival Harper's--wants pictures in collection [at Arlington] preserved by engravings in his lifetime--would like Harper's to commission Lossing to do this--mentions \"Washington in 1772 Mrs. W. in 1759, Mr. Custis by ... Pine in 1785 ... the magnificent picture of Col. Parke by Sir Godfrey Kneller etc etc.\"--will send him paper on \"Levies and Drawing Rooms of the First President.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria Va., Dec. 30,\" early 3 cent stamp with George Washington's portrait, laminated.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L. 4 pages. Draft, Recipient of nomination declines as he intends to support Gen. Winfield Scott and the Whigs ... nomination made by the American National Convention (Know-Nothing Party)... Date on original catalog card appears [1852]. It has been suggested that the nominee was George Corbin Washington, a member of Congress from MD.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Jane writes to her son about Clark Mills's proposed statue of Washington, \"which out government has at this late but fortunate time, determined on having.\" She also asks her granddaughter Louisa to write about her acquaintance with Washington Irving.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Certifies that Lossing has been engaged for several days in making drawings of the Washington Treasures at Arlington House and has made \"spirited and faithful sketches\" of these and other superior works of art there. Autograph document signed, fragment.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. GWPC discusses Lossings proposed article on Mount Vernon for Harper's magazine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Dusseldorf on the Rhine. Sends a bottle of cologne as an expression of thanks for receiving \"a stranger\" as a guest at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Jane C. Washington to her son that she learned of the conditional sale of Mount Vernon to a company from the newspapers. She expresses her hope that, if the estate cannot stay in the family, that it may become \"the honored and cherished property of the United States Government.\" At the end of the letter, Jane adds that she is \"Earnestly praying my beloved son that you may in all things and at all times, be guided by Divine Wisdom.\"\n  \nJane and her son Richard plan to visit John Augustine in a few days. They will take the Canal Boat at Harpers Ferry to Georgetown, and then proceed to Alexandria where they will spend the night. She looks forward to enjoying the scenery along the Potomac.\n  \nJane also mentions that Washington Irving is still at John Pendleton Kennedy's place and relates news some of Irving's travels. Irving had visited Mount Vernon in early 1853. Jane was pleased to see Irving join in her church's communion service last Sunday.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page and survey drawing. Survey of 200 acres at Mount Vernon (land eventually sold to the MVLA) showing public road and wharf and delineating a 1/2 acre square around the tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed with envelope. Jane congratulates John Augustine and his wife Nelly on the birth of their son Lawrence Washington. She also writes about the murder of her relative, Thomas Blackburn. Blackburn was fatally stabbed by another student while a cadet at VMI in Lexington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted letter, 1 page. Invitation, probably to John Augustine Washington III to participate in the Washington birthday commemorations held by the New York Order  of United Americans. W.W. Osborn, Chairman, and Charles E. Gildersleve, secretary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 6 pages. Hasn't heard from GWPC in long time--thanks Custis for offering the \"Alpha and Omega\" flags to the gov't--mentions having seen a \"professed original painting\" of GWashington at office of the \"Albion\" supposedly done by Sharples--eyes are a deep hazel instead of \"Being the clear blue of the chief\"--thinks mistake could have been made in copying--relates incident of Benj. Winthrop saving a portrait of Frederick the Great from destruction at the home of Mr. Monroe (President's son)--exhibition at National Academy of Design features two pictures of George Washington by Stearns--one in his retirement at Mount Vernon and One Death Bed Scene.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThomas sends a letter of Jared Sparks (not present), and mentions \"My father being the surviving executor of Judge Washington, at his death all executional power over that estate ceased, and for the purpose of setting up the estate it will be necessary for an administrator, with the will annexed to be appointed in your county. He also mentions that John Augustine's son is the first male to be born at Mt. Vernon \"… to any of the proprietors bearing the name of the first Washington who owned the place… and you intend calling him Lawrence… the most appropriate name…\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Gives the pedigree of one Peter Grayson Washington whose father was the nephew of \"old Lund Washington of Hayfield\" ... Peter W-n is supposed to have a gold-headed cane with Washington's coat of arms ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Recounting the funeral of George Corbin Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Will send his large painting of the Surrender of Yorktown to the City Hall to hang.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakely near Charlestown, West Virginia a few months before her death to her son John Augustine Washington III. Jane tells John she was \"much interested and amused at your correspondence with the Richmond and Manchester Ladies. They no doubt are inspired by sincere and noble feelings of admiration and gratitude to the truly great and good Father of his Country, called forth and appointed by providence as such. His memory will be best preserved and handed down to posterity by the Constitution which he labored to build up and which I devoutly pray may ever be sustained by successive generations. Let dear old Mount Vernon continue forever, if it pleases an all wise providence, in the Washington family and name.\" Jane adds \"I am not very well and fear I am becoming a confirmed Dispeptic, looking as yellow and shrivled as an old cucumber.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Minutes from the meeting of the \"visitors  of the Potomac Pavilion.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. My dear Steinberger, my kinsman our friend John Alexander is about to visit the Pacific as flag Lieutenant of Admiral Bruce the newly appointed commander of the fleet. As is the fortune of war it may happen that he shall be in your neighborhood. I have thought it best to give him this introduction to you. Note on another page reads \"Genl. Washington Five letters receved back from my friend Dr. A.L. Elwyn after publication in Minutes, Phila. (?) Jany. 4, 1854.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 4 pages. Will of George Washington Parke Custis. Bequeaths to daughter Mary Anna Randolph Lee use of his Arlington House estate and other lands, furniture, plate, etc. during her lifetime--on her death, to eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee--$10,000 to each of granddaughters--to W.H.F. Lee, White House estate--to R.E. Lee [Jr.] plantation in King William--other lands to be sold to pay legacies to granddaughters--lot in Washington to Col. Lee--family plate to be divided among grandchildren, \"but the Mt. Vernon Plate altogether, and every Article I posses relating to Washington, that came from Mt. Vernon, is to remain with my Daughter at Arlington House during said Daughter's life, and at her death, to go to my eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee and to descend from him entire and unchanged to my latest posterity.\"--emancipation of his slaves \"in such manner as to my Executors may seem most expedient and proper.\"  Appoints as executors Robert Edward Lee, Robert Lee Randolph of Eastern View, Rt. Rev. Bish. Meade, and George Washington Peter. Document, in hand of [Mary Custis Lee ?,] docketed \"The Last will and Testament of George W. P. Custis Made and Executed the 26th March 1855,\" and endorsed \"Arlington 5 Dec. 1857, A true copy from the original in my possesion. [signed] R.E. Lee, Col. U.S.A.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed \"Jean C. Washington.\" Jane writes to her son that an enslaved man named George has died. \"He was very much reduced, not being able for some time to retian any nourishment. He was delirious, but never violent or ungovernable: fancying he saw lovely angel children near him - and when I read to him, was calm, and apparently pleased, tho' he seldom spoke.\" She adds, \"I shall miss him very much, he was a faithful and affectionate servant - and in traveling watchful and attentive to my comfort.\" She had intended to send for Reverend Charles E. Ambler of Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town for George's funeral, but \"Mary Jane preferred 'Solomon,'\" a Baptist preacher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRecommends that Rogers try to get his play performed on the New York Stage. He asks Rogers help. Custis feelds that it will be a successful drama. He reports that his health is as it was and his spirits are very much depressed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed by prominent Chicago machinery producer J. S. Wright. He writes to John Augustine with condolences on the death of his mother, Jane C. Washington. He writes that his mother and John Augustine's were alike: \"Both were eminently kind. Religion made both cheerful, animated, companionable... we have known \u0026amp; tried a Mother's love.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses Custis' comments on paintings by Wertmüller and Luetze. Mentions Lossing's desire to annotate and illustrate GWPC's Recollections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Near Onancock. Received L.W.W.'s letter offering birth place and burial ground of \"the Father's Family\" to [Va.] on condition \"that it shall be kept sacred.\"--asks him to say so to the legislature after inauguration--'If the Legislature won't, I will take the responsibility.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Henry A. Wise.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerns Everett's research on George Washington's library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Now that Wakefield is to be cared for by Va., he proposes that the family burial plot and the spot on which stood the house in which GW was born he presented to Va. ... these had formerly been reserved by the family when the land was sold by George Corbin W-n to John Gray ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted invitation with envelope. \"First Annual Washington Festival of Henry Clay Chapter ... at the National Hotel, Detroit ... to join in celebrating the Birthday of the immortal Washington.\" Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes about the model of the Bastille and its history in the Washington family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted Certificate, certified by John A. Washington and witnessed by W. B. Magruder, Mayor of Washington, stating that the series of Lithographs advertised, are framed with wood cut from trees grown at Mount Vernon. It is also certified that Mr. James Crutchett is exclusive agent for this timber.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall printed broadside by H. Barnes of Boston, Ma. Engraving of MV and GW, engraved by American BANK Note Co. with certification by John A. Washington, III that James Crutchett has all rights to Mount Vernon Timber.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSparks reports that he shipped Eyre's Washington Letters explaining that he obtained the copies of the letters from her father. He claims to have never seen the originals and mentions that a service called \"Adam's Express\" was hired to ship the package.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of will, Mrs. Frances Dandridge Henley Lear, third wife of Tobias Lear, of the city of Washington. Devisees include Louisa Lincoln Lear, Elizabeth and Fanny Lear Hawley. The forman to receive a miniature of George Washington with hair enclosed presented to Tobias Lear by Martha Washington. Jewelry, silver, books, furniture.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter to his new steward about affairs on his estates -- poor condition of his negroes -- has had many complaints about their treatment -- \"to get the negroes comfortably housed, \u0026amp; provided with clothes and blankets will be the first of acts of your administration\" -- he knows nothing of what goes on on his estate -- settlement with Rail Road -- they have only the right away through the White House on the Pamunkey plantation, anything else must be paid for. Autograph letter signed, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Washington has been appointed an aide on the Governor's staff ... encloses copy of a ltr. from George Washington to Col. John Cropper ... [Writings show several ltrs. from GW to Cropper].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office, Richmond. Appointed aide-de-camp with brevet rank of Col. of Cavalry ... signed by Wm. H. Richardson ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writes for Eleanor Love Washington who is still weak but recovering well. Hopes she will be able to return to Mount Vernon in a few days. Date on original catalog card appears [1857] April 17.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Receives large amt. of correspondence re: G Washington ... \"cutting up fragments from old letters and accounts some of 1760, or nearly an hundred years ago, to supply the call for Anything ... of his venerated hands\" ... encloses a 1772 account with GW autograph as a relic for the Tri Mont Society] ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Waverly. Sends letter of Mrs. M.W. as \"a fit accompaniment-to one of G.W.'s sent earlier--her virtues. Autograph letter signed, separate cover, \"Mrs. R. E. Lee\", scribbled across cover. (A Note by Varina Jefferson Davis (undated) is filed with this statement of Authenticity).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter, signed. Rembrandt Peale, known for his 'porthole portraits' of George Washington, recalls his father painting the earliest known image of Washington in 1772 as well as a miniature he painted for Martha Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCertificate of authentication of a cane and spy glass possessed by N. H. Washington. An accompanying envelope further describes the spy glass's provenance from George Washington --N. H. Washington -- presented to William L. Yancey of Alabama -- given to Jefferson Davis, the piece was taken off of a British soldier who expired at Germantown during the Revolutionary War. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel; autograph note on envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Regrets not having been able to go with K. to Louisville. \"Courage was not wanting, but strength was.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1857] Sept. 4. GWPC died on Oct. 10 of this year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Thomas is writing to an unknown person offering to sell a silver salt cellar which once belonged to Martha Washington. The salt cellar is fully described.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 1/2 pages. Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Alexander tells of his problems with draft notes and the Lucas'. He advises John to wait before selling his land. $0.03 stamp on address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 12 pages. A lengthy memoir of Rembrandt Peale's involvement with W-n portraiture, beginning with his 3 sittings from life in Phila. in 1795 and recounting his self-described life-long \"obsession\" to create a perfect portrait of W-n. Describes evolution of his various styles of treating his subj: equestrian, porthole, etc. Includes criticism of other painters, anecdotes of George Washington, etc. May be a partial text of his lecture on the subject, see \"Eisen\", vol. 2.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Orders, 1 page. Ordered to report to Richmond on Feb. 22 for Celebration of the elevating of Equestrian Statue of George Washington ... specifies uniform to be worn ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Uniform of Col. of Cavalry on Gov. staff same as that of U.S. Army ... may wear sword he mentioned ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Letter concerning the donation of George Washington's birthplace and the Washington family burial grounds at Pope's Creek Plantation. Lewis W. Washington donated the land to the state of Virginia. Here Lewis writes Beale, state senator of Virginia, that Mr. John E. Wilson, the owner of the surrounding land, should be consulted. The donated land is \"... situated in the heart of [Wilson's] arable fields ...\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Claymont. Re: Wakefield and the family burial plot to be turned over to Va ... has written to Gov. Wise inviting him to visit Wakefield to make arrangements for memorials etc ... invites Col. W-n to come also ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Orders to report to Richmond in full uniform for ceremonies on July 5 ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Executive deparment, Richmond. Requests a formal deed of tender of GW's Birthplace to the state of Va. so that the state may maintain its right-of-way to the birthplace and burial grounds ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Says he has been requested by Harpers magazine to write an article on Mount Vernon since it has become a place of interest to the American people. Would he welcome a visit by Lossing to Mount Vernon?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Executive department, Richmond. Re: Wakefield ... acknowledges receipt of letter enclosing deed to Wakefield.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. and envelope. Everett writes concerning a speaking engagement about George Washington in Northbridgewater, Boston.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the publication of her father's \"Recollections\"- they will split the profits. \"Its success may materially aid us in continuing the hospitalities of this old and much frequented mansion.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. $100 receipt for Edward Everett for speaking engagement at North Bridgewater from Peabody Treasurer.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Regrets that their mutually edited book, \"Recollections of Washington,\" by GWPC cannot be published more quickly.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Warrenton. Shackleford writes to accept Augustine's offer for the purchase of two enslaved boys named Bob and Armistead for $1200 each.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" sending a note via Louisa and a servant to ask Ned to call on him. Verso is a recipe. Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington. [Regarding publication of her father's Memoirs] Sends by Col. [R.E.] Lee her \"Memoir\" and other papers--also all letters between G.W. and her grandfather [J.P. Custis]--\"I only suggest that if you publish the will of my ancestor it may be as well to omit for the sake of our Northern readers the names of all the slaves mentioned in the legacies.\"--sends him an engraving of Mrs. W. and a daguerre of Mrs. Lewis--title page to have title her father put to his work--hopes the work [G.W.P. Custis's Recollections] will come out shortly--will try to find the speech on the overthrow of Napoleon for Lossing--doesn't care for more mention of her name in title page than is there at present. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. C. Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Letter concerns his painting, \"The Home of Washington.\" In his letter, he asks Lossing, a fellow artist, advice in finding who were the members of the Washington household in August 1784 during Layfayette's first visit to Mt Vernon. He wants to include them in his painting along with G. Washington, and Gen. Layfayette on the piazza at Mt. Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sorry for delay in sending inscription on bust of Necker--copied it long ago, but forgot to forward it--\"The Bust stands where it was placed by Washington himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" [At top of paper is transcript of inscription on bust of Necker].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" regarding the purchase of horses, cattle, and investments in cattle and guano. Also plans to call upon Turner with \"Farmer\" Jefferson in tow and \"take him captive\" and \"pick you up and bring you both down with me -- so hold youself in readiness.\" Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes negotiations for purchase of negro boy that was delayed. Instructs West to make a strong box for sending plows to Waveland and to mend the windows of the hot beds.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sends her a Sago palm -- the one owned by George Washington is to go to the Ladies Association and another to go with him to Fauquier.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Paid Mr. Bennett for him and sends receipt--\"Your proposition to enclose the other papers I loaned you to Mrs. Lee of Arlington is perfectly satisfactory to me\"--cannot comply with his request to leave plan of Pohick in his keeping. Autograph letter signed, on lined paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington writes from Mount Vernon responding to a 12 September dispatch from G.R.H. Hughes. Washington inquires about the status of financial and legal matters, especially in relation to \"my money attached by Ogden in the Marine Bank.\" He directs Hughes to \"direct our interests, and if necessary, employ the best Counsel you can get to assist you. If the case goes against us in the Illinois State Courts, can we throw it into the Federal Courts and how long can we keep it open? ... Believing we are right and have been badly treated by Mr. Ogden, we are disposed to fight it out.\" Based on the docketing on the reverse, this appears to be Washington's file copy.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Mrs. W-n ill after leaving Old Point Comfort ... now that her recovery is under way he writes for his wife ... refers to \"good old times at Wellington\" ... nicely settled at Waverly ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMeasured drawing marked \"No. 2\" of the Mount Vernon wharf ... plan drawn by M.C. Meigs, Capt. U.S. Engineer ... \"4 Oct. Sup foot or $2800\" ...\"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Returning from Norfolk where he met with an assemblage of the Dismal Swamp Land Company. Encloses money for taxes for land. Other personal business.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter signed, envelope. Date on original catalog card appears [1859] November 27.Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Munford.\" Covering ltr. for General orders to serve on general staff ... [See also General Orders #13 of same date].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Orders, 1 page, Copy. Assigned a Voluntary Aide on the General Staff. Head Quarters Charlestown. [See also Munford to W-n of the same date].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLocated with items pertaining to the estate of Aaron Leggett. Letterhead at top of page reads \"Leather Manufacturers Bank, New York\". Letter mentions parcels of land, cattle, and sheep.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Re: papers sent to him at West Point \u0026amp; concealed in a secret drawer during his absence ... recently found by accident ... mentions W-n's ordeal at Harpers Ferry ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Richmond. Introduces friend and kinsman Charles A. Washington who visits Richmond to attend his brother, Major [Francis?] Washington, who is ill there. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, on lined paper, directed \"to introduce Charles A. Washington Esqr.\"Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mentioning a possible pleasure excursion to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter mentions Aaron Leggett, Mt. Vernon, and Accotink.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding the bay horse Ned took care of for him -- \"I send Toby down for him, and unless you have use for him will ask the favour of you to send him up to me.  Bob and Mr. Shinker(?) will be here on Friday. I would be pretty pleased if you would ride up with them.\" Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Dear Sir, We send to you all Mrs. Powel's papers which we find. We have not opened packages or read letters. If you find anything that should [ ] in the hands of W Birde [ ] you will please return them to us. The Washington letters were found among the Tilghman papers and returned to us by W. Tilghman for you. Very truly Sincerely, Alice K. Price.  Autograph letter signed, + 1 envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn account with James McEvan, Dr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Chas. Johnson Treas. In account with Mount Vernon Association. MVLA's account including charges for excursion tickets, board and lodging, oilcloth and gilding, advertising, and mending pipe frame.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrders. D.S. 1 page. West Point, NY. Acknowledgment of Lewis W. W-n's gift to the Adademy of a report by General Nathaniel Green to General George Washington ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed. Beall-Air. Lewis writes to his cousin John Augustine that he is \"committing matrimony at Clover Lea with our sweet cousin Ella Bassett.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. New York. Declines invitation to attend his wedding.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"The traitorous devils are still hoping to \"drag\" our glorious old Kentucky at the heels of [?] South Carolina but they will fail. They will make every effort to dragoon the legislature into Revolution but we shall meet them at every point ...\" Clerk's Office of the Court of Appeals.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJohn A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding church matters (\"Yesterday evening I heard from Bishop Meade -- He will not ordain Mr. Baker before his set time and makes no positive promise of lettig us have him then.\") and meeting in the future (\"It may be better to have the meeting next week, as it will give me time to hear form Warrenton as to the title of Walshs's property and whether James will allow time on the purchase money\"). Autograph letter, signed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA list of property, including enslaved persons, reported to be taken by the 16th New York Regiment from John Augustine Washington III's farm near Mount Vernon. Although John Augustine sold the Mount Vernon mansion and grounds to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in 1858, he retained property in the surrounding area. The list of slaves includes Jim Mitchell and Edmund Parker, who were later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and Gabriel Johnson, who had escaped in 1845 and been held at Bruin's Slave Jail. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA note and blind stamp on the fourth page indicate the list was received by R.H. Donavan of the Fauquier County Court on 19 April 1889.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from lawyer George R. H. Hughes, Chicago, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that his investments in Chicago real estate and bonds have not been successful. His previous letters to John Augustine have been unanswered, and Hughes writes that bond prices are \"ruinous\" in the present crisis and the best he can hope to realize for John Augustine is $37,500. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eHughes discusses the market in detail, warning John Augustine, \"I have no idea that you will be able to get your money back the way things are going here, for five or ten years, and then prices would have to double to enable you to get back your outlay with interest.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Huntersville. John writes from camp with General Lee where he is an aide - de - camp. He says his overseer \"informs me of the destruction of my property at Mount Vernon ...\" No address leaf.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eC.S. Edwards writes to his wife about his visit to Mount Vernon and dinner in the mansion study during the Civil War. Includes envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 1 Oct. 1861.\" Typescript copy with letter head \"The Lincoln Library Shippensburg, PA.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia to Alexandria. Tabb inquires into the operations of Washington's farm. Discusses the move from Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters, Philadelphia. A.L.S. 2 pages. John Campbell to Mehitable Ward. Letter describes \"heavy silverplated dinner plates that belonged to George Washington. A.L.S. 1 page. George Devereux to Mehitable Ward. George Devereux writes a thank you upon receiving daguerrotype of her recently deceased son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Letter addressed to \"Dear Sister\" with a description of Woodlawn plantation in 1863. Torn into two pieces at the fold.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBradley writes to Bull about his visit to Mount Vernon during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Silliman, an American chemist and geologist, quotes from a letter of John Struthers (sculptor of George Washington's sacrophagus) describing the transfer of George Washington's remains from the new tomb vault into the marble sacrophagus in October, 1837.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCurrency paper. Value 50 cents. Issued by the Confederate States of America.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Boston. Has tried to deliver a breast pin containing hair of George Washington ... will Parker please call for it ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 10 Dec. 1864.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 7 pages. Description of a tour of the Mansion and grounds with fellow soldiers from Sherman's Army of the Tennessee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCollection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLexington. Lee acknowledges receipt of three articles that were removed from the Custis House (Arlington) during the Civil War and sent back to him by Hedden. Lee grants Hedden's request for the satin engraving of George Washington drawn by Dr. Charles Buxton. This letter of thanks accompanies the return of the picture to Hedden. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNew York. Hedden acknowledges receipt of Lee's letter and a satin engraving of George Washington by Dr. Charles Buxton. The engraving belonged to the Custis family when it was removed from Arlington House by Union troops. See Lee letter of March 23, 1866 [RM-837; MS-5287]. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture. D. 1 page (in 2 pieces). Conveys 100 acres of land known as the Montery Estate, Clark Co., Va. to L.H.L.D. Lewis for $2,500.00. Contains a primisory note for that amount.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Lexington. Apparently written to an editor or publisher regarding the publication of a book on the Custis family. She discusses illustrations of her grandfather John Parke Custis and Martha Parke Custis, both children of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. She doubts the success of such a book \"though it may be appreciated when passion and violence shall have ceased in the land -\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint advertisement, \"Interesting National Picture. Washington and his Generals, Drawn and Engraved by A.H. Ritchie.\" Published by Ritchie and Co. includes opinions of the press.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript copy of a document certifying the provenance of the sword. Signed G.W. Lewis, Judge of Westmoreland Co Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, \"New Books.\" Provenance material for Martha Washington's breast pin, earrings; silver scraper used by Washington during his last illness.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNotebook or journal titled \"A Visti to Mount Vernon, May 17th 1872 Isaac P. Noyes. Washington D.C. \"S.G.O.\" 1872\"  Autograph document, 50 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Near Fish Haul, King William County, Virginia. Concerns some paintings she is having cleaned and repaired ... only other person to work on them was Volkmar, \"who was considered the best repairer in this country\" ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Executive Mansion, Washinton D.C. Luckey was a personal secretary to Ulysses Grant. Discusses the transfer of \"swords, etc.\" to the Association. He can come pick them up.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Bound in sum of $15,000 and appointed Special Commissioners by the Court to sell the Beall Air farm and/or real estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, My Aunt [ ] has given me to send to you the parcel of Genl. Washington's Letters of which you were inquiring and which have been in my grandfathers possession. How shall I send them to you?\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript account entitled \"An excursion by steamboat on the Potomac\" by Harry Chapman Westbay of Monett, Missouri. It describes the steamer leaving Washington City and traveling down the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Westbay describes being given a tour of Washington's tomb and mansion by Col. J. McHenry Collingsworth, superindendent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. He writes that visiors are \"at liberty to walk a round the grounds and through the houses.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccompanied by six manuscripts and notes. Documents provenance of George and Martha Washington's hair given by Martha Washington to Mrs. Oliver Wolcott upon Washington's retirement from the presidency in 1797. Names include: Jane Conrad Wolcott, Olivia Wolcott, Oliver S. Wolcott. Hair in Mount Vernon Ladies Association Collection.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Don Diego Gardoqui to George Washington, copied by the State Department in 1881. According to corresponding notes, the copy was made from a copy in the hand of Bushrod Washington. The original letter sent in 1787 accompanied the gift of a 4-volume Spanish edition of Don Quixote for Washington's library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBaltimore, Provenance pertaining to the Washington sword willed to George Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA series of letters from Fannie Washington Finch (also spelled Fanny), great-grandniece of George Washington, to Mary Claflin, wife of Governor William Claflin, regarding the sale of Washington family items. Fannie writes that she is reluctant to sell the family heirlooms but must because of her \"pecuniary condition.\" Included in the letters is a list of items being sold, including a silver pitcher, coffee pot, mugs, tumblers, ladle, tablespoons, salts, sugar bowl, cream pots, glass water bottles, glass tumblers, glass goblets, glass dessert dish, snuff box presented by Thomas Lord Fairfax to General Washington, 4 wine marks owned by George Washington, a large bed quilt made from dresses worn by Martha Washington, 2 silver plated sauce dishes, miscellaneous chinaware, and an engraved plate of Col. William Augustine Washington.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncluded with the letters is a manuscript \"Extracts from newspapers, relating to Mrs Finch - great-grand niece of George Washington,\" genealogical information, lists of household goods, and an 1891 newsclipping about Fanny Washington Finch.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 7 pages. History of the blade worn by the \"Father of Our Country\" written by Ellshaw.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProvenance document, A.D.S. 1 page. Letter explaining the provenance of many of the George Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Powel correspondence. Marked \"Keep. Private to my brothers, not to be shown in Public.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"I delivered today the parcel of Washington's letters to your mother, and was very glad to have them pass into the custody of the rightful owner.\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked w/stamp.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Bergen Point, N.J. Inquires after information on a Washington chair. Her friend told her the story and provenance of the chair but she is not certain her memory is correct and would like reaffirmation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrief description of mansion and Washington's daily habits, Gen. Washington's bedroom, recounting of silver dollar myth. Manuscript signed by Pierce.Date on original catalog card appears as c1885.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation to the Centennial celebration of Washington's inauguration, for Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Keyser. Engraved invitation includes list of Committee members and card listing events.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of relics exhibits of celebration of 100th anniversary of inauguration of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Relating to the Papers of General Washington. Autograph letter, copy. Date on original catalog card appears [1889]. Provenance information transferred from the Curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, accompanies book George Washington and Mount Vernon, Long Island Historical Society publication of William Pearce letters edited by Conway RL-4467.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of a letter made by Mary Powel, letter between Tobias Lear and Samuel Powel, March 9, 1797. Provenance of objects belonging to General Washington, now under ownership at the Pennsylvania His. Soc.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Bernard Carter and Sons, Baltimore. Attorneys at Law. Settiling the estate of Barton Harris and giving him what is owed back to him.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTypescript court document. \"Shereas Hortense H. McIntire, by William W. McIntire, her husband and next friend, and Elizabeth H.K. Richardson, by John S. Richardson, Junior, her husband and next friend, as next of kin of Chapin Barton Monroe Harris, late of Baltimore City, deceased, heretofore filed a caveat in th eOrphans Court of Baltimore City against Edmund Law Rogers, claiming to be executor of said Harris, under a paper writing alleged to be last will of said Harris and which had been admitted to probate in said Orphans Court, alleging among othe rthings that said paper writing was not the last will and testament of said Harris...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Letter of provenance. Autograph letter signed, signatures of both Mary E. Powel and Samuel Powel. The following mementos of Geo. Washington are in my possession. Two small oval mirrors and two gilded silver brackets belonging w/the mirrors with the decoration [ ] - in bad repair. His breakfast cup - M.E.P. Custis gave it to my father ...\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Corbin Washington II writes about real estate for a possible shoe factory in Charlestown, West Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding the Washington shaving table.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEdward Downes Law writes to his cousin, Edmund Law Rogers, Baltimore, regarding his receipt of a copy of a letter written by George Washington. He also discusses his shared frustrations with the recent biography on Roger's grandfather--Thomas Law--and the constant inaccuracies by authors. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph letter signed, S.F. Smith. Manuscript copy of the hymn \"America.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance letter. \"We understand thoroughly what your wishes are in respect to the kind of showcase required to cover the \"Plateau\" as quote same as follows ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter from Tiffany and Co. assuring Miss Lewis of the whereabouts of George Washington's sword.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping, provenance document. Covers very briefly Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and the Houdon bust. Printed document. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the Houdon Bust and how it came to be at Mount Vernon. Provenance information transferred from the curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. Letter to Mr. Harrison from Sarah Yeates Whelen concerning Louis XVI carpet.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Provenance document. Description of the carpet given to George Washington ordered by Louis XVI.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. To \"Dear Ladies.\" She is sending a small patchwork quilt, Mrs. Richardson will present it on her behalf, which was made by Martha Washington of pieces from her gowns.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Provenance document. Letter from Mrs. Conrad to Mrs. Richardson. Provenance for footstool and table cover for Nelly Custis room.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"The mirror belonged to Mrs. Albert Peale ....... James Peale, the miniature painter bought it at George Washington's sale when he lived in High Street ....\".  Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files. Date on original catalog card appears [1899].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter concerning John Augustine Washington and Mount Vernon. On Mary Washington Association letterhead.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Tells of the distribution of two canes Washington gave him; canes made of wood at Mount Vernon. Letter head \"William McKinley Normal and Industrial School\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page on Mary Washington Association letterhead. Concerning Washington relics.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProvenance document, plaster cast of Washington by Houdon. Notarized letter certifying the history of a plaster cast of George Washington's face reportedly made by Houdon in 1797. Lawrence and Nelly Lewis  provenance, family history.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 8 pages. Mary Custis Lee comments on the improbability of the story that George and Martha Washington were married in St. Peter's Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted pamphlet. Senate Bill No. 1238 and House Bill No. 5489 to Reimburse the Estate of Gen. George Washington, for certain lands in Ohio lost by conflicting grants Made under the authority of the United States ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Confidential memo from M. E. Powel concerning the suspected theft of a collection of Washington letters. Includes xerox of NY Times 3/16/1913 article.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 12 pages. Believes the brace of pistols mentioned in enclosed clipping is the one which disappeared from Lexington some yrs. back ... hopes family will investigate ... interest newspapers, etc. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mary C. Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Printed page. H.R. Bill 15353 authorizing purchase of certain Washington relics. $30,000. to W. Lanier Washington for the following Washingtoniana: portrait of Mary Ball Washington, silver cups, whist counters, Lund Washington account book, account books of George Washington's executors, key to George Washington birthplace, George Washington shoe buckles, brooch, snuff box, cup and saucer, dinner invitation from George Washington to B. West, Augustine Washington's silver shoe buckle (half-brother to George Washington) ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInvitation addressed to Robert Nuese is seeking funds from Americans to restore Sulgrave Manor. Date on original catalog card appears ca 1920. Includes unused envelope and 1 insert.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSmall note with information on the Vaughan Plan. Peter family.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePostcard, Mount Vernon piazza. Bears signature of Mrs. Eleanor S. Washington Howard (b. 1856, child of John Augustine Washington, Jr. and Eleanor Love Selden). She was the last Washington daughter to be born at Mount Vernon. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1931.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo letters, A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding a reproduction key to the front door of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 3 pages. Inventory of cattle on each of the Mount Vernon farms, at the Distillery and at the Ferry.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePoem, D. 1 page. \"Versis on Sir Thomas Adams, Baronet Commander of His Majesty's Frigate the Boston, who died at Virginia. By a Young Lady.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Arlington. Invites him to supper \"this evening at 8 oclock.\" Autograph letter signed, with envelope, watermark (Patent).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. To Eltham. Apologizes for enclosing letter to Major [Geo. A.] Washington--heard he was at Eltham, and desired to reach him--sympathizes with \"distressing accident\" in his family and Mrs. Daingerfield's situation [widowed]--her children are all well--\"Washington [G.W.P. Custis] quite hearty and the prettiest creature in the World ...\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. An autograph document signed, in the hand of Herbert Washington, promising to pay $60 on April 1, 1824 for the season of Rattler. Witnessed by Robert Earley. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thronton by Saml. Strider. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Herbert Washington, endorsed. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thornton by Saml. Strider.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Note, height of mountain peaks in the Himalaya Mountains and others, marked \"For my darling Angela.\" Relative heights of mountains, principally in India, and sources of the Ganges River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. A.D. 1 page. Heard of her safe arrival at Mrs. Mason's--hopes to see her again--hopes her neuralgia will disappear--will try to make Col. [Bliss] diet more strictly to prevent another attack--news of [Z. Taylor's] family. [B.T. bliss was probably Zachary Taylor's younger daughter, Mary Elizabeth, or Betty]. Autograph letter signed, cover marked \"concerning Bliss and Taylors\", watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Poem in French, 8 lines with quotation at end from \"Pleasures of Memory.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Cover note, unknown author or recipient. Received enclosed letter some time since and opened it, having heard rumor \"you was gone to ye. other World\"--this probably owing to his retiring from company because of the Eruptions. Document, frag., laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. In answer to his [G.A.W.'s] letter, he has cash ready for him--no purchaser for G.A.W.-s lots--cash scarce and no one wants to enter into any contract--requests a visit by G.A.W. and Mrs. [Fanny Bassett] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 4 pages. Speech, The superiority of free countries over despotisms--necessity of educating people. Document, draft, probably in hand of George A. Washington, with revisions in an unknown hand, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Mount Vernon. Assures G.A.W. of his practicing his resolution to set time aside for meditation and studious reading--hasn't retired before 12 oclock since his return from Mt. Vernon--found father much improved on arrival at Eltham--he has set out for Richmond in answer to a pressing letter of the Speaker's. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, by G.A.W., laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBushrod Washington bookplate. Torn, part missing, laminated.Similar to G.W.'s bookplate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Note, Weight of tobacco. The gross, tares, and net weight of tobacco grown on several farms. Document, fragment, totaled most likely in G.W.'s hand. Total net - 8772.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"Calculation of the work that 4 Ploughs may do in one Year.\" Subtracting 30 days for harvest and avoiding wet times of season. Unidentified hand.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield to Blenheim. Will is despatched with the brandy--keg would hold only 17 gals.--sends endorsed Bills and a letter regarding sale which comes up tomorrow--relates family news to relate to Mrs. Washington--at Mr. Lee's last night for a fish feast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"By Will,\" laminated, watermark (WH). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Laurel Grove to Blenheim. Misses seeing and hearing from H. Washington, her only sister--she has been a mother and sister to her--hopes to see her at Laurel Grove--she herself cannot leave home until crops are gathered--regards to members of family. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (G. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza. Smith.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. His thanks for their electing him as their representative in the last assembly--but must decline reelection--reasons. Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"a letter written by my great grandfather John Parke Custis given me by Cousin Mary Lee,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThree covers for correspondence. Folded sheet bearing notation \"General Washington's letters.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. In the left column of each page the unknown author records the name of the city, in the middle column the mileage to the next city, and in the far right column a running account of the total mileage covered thus far. The unknown author totals the distance between Philadelphia and Augusta as 717 miles.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter cover, addressed to Mrs. Ann Washington, Rippon Lodge. Autograph document, fragment only, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Lists volumes of G.W.'s private correspondence, surveys, accounts, diaries, etc. and no. of pages in each--also 400 vols. from G.W.'s library, many with complimentary presentation from authors--\"I propose adding to the library his mahogany case of instruments used by him when he was a surveyer and in after life.\"--also to include 10 vols. from library of R.H. Lee, inherited by him[G.C.W.]--\"The private papers of Genl. Washington, although not so numerous as those relating to public affairs for which the government paid $25,000, will be generally esteemed more curious and interesting, as developing more fully his character, through all the stages of his life, and the wonderful regularity and system which governed him under all circumstances.\"--papers on file too numerous to be listed but will accompany papers named in above schedule, with exception of small portion, which are confidential or refer only to family matters--will also include commission of G.W. as Lt. Genl. of Army, signed by John Adams, and his diplomas from universities and freedons of cities--\"I really think that a state which confered so many honors on him as did yours, the best, by following throughout his precepts and principles, is a proper depository for his works.\" Autograph document signed, in hand of G.C.W. and signed by him, docketed by G.C.W.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Memorandum, prices of Boston glass. List of prices of glass of varying sizes. Document, in unknown hand, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Amount £4.0.4. Document signed, charred fragment only, laminated. Receipted by Joseph Mott.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Receipt for£8.10.7  \"for [ ] potatoes for the use of the President.\" Document, fragment, laminated, watermark, incomplete (Run).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter cover, to Mrs. Anna Washington, Alexandria. 1 document, fragment, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLetter and letter cover, to Col. John Augustine Washington, Bushfield. Document, fragment of cover, charred by fire, laminated, docket (cannot be deciphered), directed \"favr. Th. [Snow?]\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Bill for early pease, Windsor Beanes, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, artichoak, etc. Document signed, fragment, laminated. Receipted by John Le Keux.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLondon. Bill for 9 1/4 yds. rich hair camlet. Document, partly printed bill, laminated. Receipted by J. Stonehen[ ] for Messrs. Lowth and [ ].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. \"First attempt in poetic way by Eliza McCaw and Ann Washington.\" On reverse of letter cover of a letter from Sarah Craufurd to Ann Washington, dated March 10, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Gives marriage and death dates of George and Ann Fairfax Washington Lee. Also births of their children, dates of christening, their Godparents, etc. Autograph document, laminated, not examined for watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFragment of vellum with notes. 1 page. \"Tobacco ... by Gen. Washington ........ at Mount Vernon and manufactured by ... to his ... Col. Wm. A. Washington and by him bequeathed to ... son Col. W. Washington in ...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOrder, David Stewart to Mr. Stark of Hanover. Regarding the estate of John Parke Custis. February order against Starke Oliver 26 attachment for answer 26 - 52 cents. (Signed) William Pollard, cl[er]k.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRequests money to pay for a load of hay. \"I am pennyless indeed.\" Autograph letter initialed, quarter sheet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Wn.\" Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 2 pages. 10 line poem in praise of G.W., ending \"Washington - The Nation Glories in the name To bear it is the pride of fame.\" Autograph document, fragment, marked in another hand \"by Robert Lewis Fredericksburg, Va.,\" at bottom of paper is scratched out a verse to a sweetheart, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSchedule of the papers of General Washington in possession of George Corbin Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"His Britannic Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary.\" Son of Samuel Vaughan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey, Mount Vernon Land. A.D. 2 pages. Plat of 150 acres of land at mouth of Dogue Creek, conveyed by Wm. Spencer to Richard Osborn, later a part of Mount Vernon. Document, possibly docketed in G.W.'s hand \"Old Survey of no use,\" laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Woodlawn. \"Monday night.\" Thanks her for letters and valuable present--Patty [Martha Custis Peter] sent her chocolate, oranges and sage--her illness-hopes to be spared a while longer to her helpless family--must eat only simple food--chocolate for breakfast and whey at night--her garden--hears that Betsy [Eliza Custis Law] looks badly--\"I would not my Child send your letter again to Law for I do not suppose it would have the smallest effect in changing his plans.\"--returns her towels and basket. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, spread eagle watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Stuart.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote, A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, in 3rd person, in hand of G.A.W., fragment, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\" Incomplete note, requesting \"2 good gridstones\" [grindstones??]. On reverse is account in G.A.W.'s writing dated May 23d, for making clothing.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Apoligizes for leaving him last night without shaking his hand or wishing him goodnight--afraid he would take it as intentional--send more of the Shalloon [woolen fabric of twill weave, used chiefly for linings] and some patterns of white satin with prices. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Alexandria. Received letter and key--send any of his shirts or handkerchiefs that are done--extreme heat--intends coming to Alexandria soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Visit of Miss Caton to Mt. Vernon--her approaching [marriage] to someone who will make her miserable--has heard of Burd's approaching marriage--General Moreau in Philadelphia--fever raging in Phila. will prevent [Bush. Washington] holding court there until Dec.--fears fever has come to Washington--Uncle [Bushrod Washington] leaves for Trenton and Aunt for \"upper country,\" so will be alone--will try to visit Phila. in Spring. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va., laminated, George Washington's watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. \"Our travelers\" have returned in good health--they received handsome presents she sent--hopes to speak to her in person some day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarked (Van der Ley), in French.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. To Georgetown. Has lost his second mother, \"the mother of the angelic companion of my life ...\"--present his excuses to her sister [E.P. Custis Law]. Autograph letter signed, written in French, integral cover, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lafayette.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe \"in your care.\" Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sends, according to her request, her Museums and the \"Battle of Prague\"--hasn't time to give news of the [Praus ?] but supposes [Christian Blackburn] and Polly have done so--heard news of her at Annapolis [of her expecting a child]--reminds her he is to be one of the God fathers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends preserves and handkerchiefs--will have children innoculated--ask Dr. to send pills for violent oppression in her breast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Tom, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S.C.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Autograph document, fragment, laminated, directed by \"favor Mr. Scott\". Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Bowling Green, Tavern. Reached General Spotswoods and found him ill--her own depressed spirits at parting from mother and father and [Polly]--prays for [Polly's] restoration to health--will send barley sugar and try to get some entertaining magazines to send her--will write how she likes her new home--forward her the calico from Alexa. when it arrives--Kitty [Blackburn] sends love. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (R. Williams). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Goes to Greenwood [Md.] for 3 weeks--promises to write often. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Will with pleasure come to her--her husband is ill and never received her letters will try to get some books--has send [Richard S. Blackburn's] letters to her. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Sally [Craufurd] still pale from ague--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd still away from home--will get calico for her and send bundle of quilt to Mrs. Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries, Sept. 19,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her not to drink pump water and avoid night air--also cautions [Bushrod Washington] against too much fatigue--asks for some calico which Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd will pick up on next trip. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"favor Mrs. Keith,\" watermark incomplete, letter written on cover addressed to Mrs. Craufurd, Greenwood, several messages written on cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Disappointed [Ann] can't pay the visit she promised--blames [Bushrod Wasington] for her not being able to come--cannot go to B[ush]field because they have no carriage--sorry there wasn't muslin for a christening cap--won't have child christened until [Ann] can stand for her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, postscript on reverse cannot be deciphered, watermark (crown). Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Hopes she hasn't given up intention of going to springs--hopes she'll come soon [to Rippon Lodge]-will wait to go to Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] until she can go with her--ask Mr. [Bushrod] Washington how much money will Kitty [Blackburn] need?--Capt. Campbell expected to die from abcess on lungs. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. \"Friday.\" Got home yesterday and Polly's [Blackburn] fever seems worse--will take her to Dr.'s when she is able to travel--fears cruel ride to Greenwood will be hard to take--write how she likes her housekeeper--Dickey [R.S. Blackburn] very industrious, hopes it will last. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Monday evening.\" Glad to hear she reached Fredericksburg safely--Edmond Lee delivered box of paints and received from her $30 and Jude's [Judith Blackburn] riding coat. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Disappointed at not hearing from her--[Sarah Craufurd] left yesterday, says she is to accompany [Ann] to Springs in July--will be glad to get her anything she desires--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] does well in her studies--goes to brother's [Richard Scott Blackburn] next week--they [R.S. Blackburn] have lost their son. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. They have all been sickly--little Tom [Blackburn, Jr.] has flux--sends her some servants--send things for Nell to sew, and will make her do it. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sends beer and pickles by Will, also marmalade--sends $3 in part payment for Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] tea. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  1 page. Got down a little after dark--Polly [Blackburn] tolerable well--Lewis will bring sugar--send patterns of jacket--sent money to pay tradesman, hates to be in their debt--sends cherries and pease--will send lamb when they kill one. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Stranded in Dumfries by her horses running away and servant sent after them--she and Polly [Blackburn] both ill there--sends Brena [servant] for her, who has promised to behave well--gave Brena money for linen to make herself a jacket and petticoat. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Sorry they were delayed in town by Jack's injury--[Richard S. Blackburn] not home, so can't offer loan of his phaeton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. Survey, plot of land in Georgetown. Intersection of Back St. and W-n St. in Thomas Beall of Georgetown second addition to Georgetown ... several lots included in the survey ... Text and diagram.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington thanks Mr. Snow for his present of Oranges. She asks him if he could enquire among the shops for cotton resembling the piece she is sending him and if he is lucky in finding it will he please purchase one yard and a half for her. She does not wish to hurry him in this matter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument, 1 page. Some of these papers are in the collection given by Mr. Stewart, see Checklist of the Collection nos. 31, 32.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAutograph note, half page. Mrs. Lee sends a black apron which Mrs. Turberville may return when next at Mt. Pleasant or whenever needed. Autograph note, 3rd person, half-page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. G. Lee\". [Writer is Ann Fairfax Washington Lee; recipient could be her sister-in-law, Martha Lee who married Maj. George Tuberville].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCover or wrapping label. \"For/ Cousin Nelly/ from/ Sade.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGenealogy note, \"Washington pedigree.\" General information on English ancestors ... quotes Sparks' Life of Washington and Burke's Commoners of Great Britain. Mr. Grace to Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSlip of paper with note, \"Thomas Beall of Geo and Ann Beall Bills for Taxes Geo. C[orbin] Washington Cheques and Signatures.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e1 pr. shoes for Negro Ellick, $1.50.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote with list of letters. \"Autograph letters (being copies or in his hand).\" Included are Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jay, Lafayette, Judge Peters, Bishop White, ...\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMourning poem. A.D. 4 pages. \"A feeble tribute in a Short funeral thought offered to the Memory of the Dear the Illustrous George Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, folio size. Written and signed by Josiah Throop, Johnstown, New York.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Invites young Hamiilton to Arlington House after he met him at Mr. Calverts. -- Calls himself and his wife \"plain old-fashioned folk.\" Written to Alexander Hamilton's son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. To Audley. Concerning the imprudent behavior of a relative, Mary. Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Congratulations on a fine harvest, and hopes that it will bring a good price. They are expecting 85 cents for theirs. Report on the success of a newly aquired wheat reaper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn to Audley. Report on the farm business. He is sending him \"four yellow horse chesnut trees and two Red.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. Proposal for a new operation for transporting the wheat crop efficiently and economically. L.L.'s current agent, Davis, has been unsatisfactory in this matter. Integral cover, wax seal.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. Bushrod and Corbin Washington as Executors of John Augustine Washington, deceased, bring complaint against Lewis and Noble for non-payment of bond due John Augustine. Document signed, but not by the concerned parties.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"A Perpetual Almanack.\" Handwritten calendar and rule \"to find the day of the month.\" For years 1830-1850.  Handwriting not identified.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrayer book, Washington family. Judge Washington, Mount Vernon on one side. Ann Eliza Washington, Mt. Zepher, Virginia on the front cover. Handwritten prayers for morning and evening with some blank pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted invitation to a birthnight Ball on February 22, to be given at the City Hotel. Includes a list of managers. By Esther Maria Coxe Lewis.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 3 pages. The letter describes the death and funeral of Mr. [Major Richard L] Blackburn and mentions the condition and feeding of certain livestock as well as his plans for milling corn. On portion of cover there appears a list of domestic items and concerns in an unidentified handwriting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 4 pages. Extracts from Washington family wills, and legal documents, relating to MV, viz. Augustine W-n's deed conveying Mount Vernon to Lawrence, will of Augustine W-n, Bushrod's interpretations. Name does not appear on original manuscript.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a book, \"Resolutions of '98-'99\", which was mistakenly sent to the Library of Congress.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGroup of mss. fragments and newspaper fragments discovered in a rat's nest in the Washington bedchamber in 1905. Includes scraps and fragments of the following: Letter from Bushrod Washington, ca. April 4, 1806 to his wife Ann Blackburn Washington, letter to unknown recipient from \"Mr. Greenwood,\" ca. May 7, 1805, letter from unknown author to  \"Friend [Jeremiah] Sanford\" ca. April 6, 1783, and a letter from J. B. Mickoby to Mrs. [Ann Blackburn] Washington discussing Bushrod Washington's recovery from the grippe. These are not full letters, and are in various states of deterioration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReceipt, Sheriff of Fairfax County. For executing a capias on Thomas Kirby Amount: $.63.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper clipping. Article on Audley. Writer and paper not identified.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.S.N. 1 page. Invitation to a party.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Describes his travels since leaving her at Elsing Green ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCover note. A fragment \"Papers relative to Major George A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"I am very sorry it is not in my power now to send you the mony if you had aplyed to my son Batt he could a payed you or if you had lett me know sooner could got it for you ...\" Postcript: asks Mackenzie to give her best to Batt if he should see him. Name on original manuscript appear as \"F. Dandridge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.N.S. 1 page. Charlestown.  \"Please to get me a side[?] of leather, if your town affords it, that is fit to make me some light shoes, as my man Daniel, has nothing, ... I'll also thank you to get me a hammer mould, for my smiths shop.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Petition to the Frederick County Court. Signed by Hannah Washington, Alvin Throckmorton, William A. Booth, [ ] LaRue, Jacob LaRue. They petition the court to \"have the Road Leading from Buck marsh through the Land of Warner Washington Decd--to the Berkley Line; removed--\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, seal (red). edges are brown/black from fire.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePartially printed Broadside with A.L.S. written on bottom and verso from D.P. Ridgeway to John Redfield. Advertisement reads \"A small farm for sale! Composed of 50, 100, or 150 acres, as may suit the Purchaser. For the Ready  Money, the subscribers will sell for a low price. The property is located about six miles from Alexandria, Va., nearly adjoining to Mount Vernon. For further information, apply to the subscribers on the premises.\" The letter asks for assistance with the sale of the property.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. One manuscript, 33 pages. Autobiography of Rev. James Craik, grandson of Dr. James Craik.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDiary, Revolutionary War prisoner. 23 pages. 8\" x 5\". Detailed diary written (after the fact) by a New England Patriot who was captured by the British. Describes his repeated attempts to escape. Excellent description of treatment by the British of American soldiers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"Miss Frances N. Nightingale, who is proprietor of a school for girls at 20 East 92nd St., has a miniature full length of Washington in a brooch studied with pearls given by ...\" Provenance of W270 taken from the curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 1 page. \"The brooch of George Washington (miniature by John Trumbull) is the smallest full length in existence ...\" Provenance of W-270 taken from curatorial files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. \"A piece of the Robe in which Genl. Washington was Christened Also a button from one of his coats.\" Autograph document, (one small envelope) laminated. Provenance information for W-469 taken from the Curatorial Files.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 3 pages. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files which discusses table settings for the Seures China and other figurines. Gouverneur Morris is mentioned. Note by Harrison Dodge at bottom reads \"(Found on top of Harpsichord after Council 1912. It refers to the [?] now in Mt. Vernon Mansion - HHD)\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper advertisement. John Sunnocks, Trunk-maker from London. Provenance information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S.  4 pages. Wilmington, April 14. In regards to furnishing the Delaware Room. Discusses lamp and marble stone cover of the original tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFacsimile reproduction image of firedogs (shows length and height). Research for W-7.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 1 page. Concerning silver gorget from the Siege of Savannah. Provenance for H-475.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Provenance information for the Stuart Washington Endorsement of authentication made by Caroline H. Richardson. Provenance for H-4.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Provenance information through Mr. George L. Schuyler and Mrs. Isaac Bell for W-7 firedogs. \"I was present during the winter of 1890 when Mr. George L. Schuyler presented this pair of fire dogs to my mother Mrs. Isaac Bell.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper article. 1 page. Newspaper acct. of relic of the Siege of Savannah. Research for H-475, silver gorget.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 1 page. Provenance for the piece of Lace ruffle on Washington's Linen, given by Mrs. Washington to Gilbert Stuart, when he was engaged in finishing the General's Portrait, provenance for W-448.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted bookplate of Bushrod Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAL.S. 2 pages. \"Dear friend, The books arrived in perfect order. I ought to have acknowledged their safe receipt, but thought they got so near home in getting to the Antislavery office that you would have no anxiety. I am glad they answered your purpose and whenever i can be of any further service to you in that way I will be glad to do so.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Muster roll. No location or unit information.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pages. Genealogy or family tree of Edmund Law Rogers. Not complete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted ticket to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, with \"A.M. Bassett\" written on verso. Number 5529.  Lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. \"The possessor hereof shall be entitled to receive the Prize that may be drawn against it's Number.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrint calling card for General Lafayette. Note written on reverse by Mr. Dodge reads \"This card was found by Miss Riggs, V.R. D.C. among papers of her family - sent by her to Mt. Vernon, 1921.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted broadside with 6 verses of a song to celebrate Washington's birthday. Tune, God Bless America.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript notes with references to George Washington family and descendants. Badly damaged, deteriorated. Several pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Washingtons shaving stand. W-202\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNews clipping,  Poem about Washington. \"__ on Washington by George W.P. Custis, of Arlington, The Step-grandson of Washington.\" Handwritten note at bottom reads \"1905. Keep this for Edmund.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.L.S. 4 pages. \"My dear cousin, You would very much oblige me and my neighbours here and at the same time be performing an act of great charity, if you would use your interest to prevent the Lock Keeper of Lock 56 on this Canal being turned out of her situation. She is a widow with six children,...\" with envelope.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA. D. 1 page. Account book fragment with entry for Geo. S. Washington to pay for \"cleaning his shoes.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript notes on the provenance of a cross purported to be a piece of George Washington's coffin. According to the manuscript, the cross was taken \"by bribing a negro\" when Washington's body was transfered to the new tomb in 1831.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn undated note, Mrs. Hamilton sends her compliments to Mr. Gale and Seaon, and states that she would like to subscribe to their weekly paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHandwritten transcript (author unknown) of a speach to the United States Senate on George Washington's camp chest.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOath of Allegiance. 3 pages, 6 pages of text.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis document is a cover sheet describing a collection of letters between the Marquis de Lafayette and Eliza Parke Custis Law. It has a typewritten note at the top of the document in French. The description of the leters is written in pencil, by an unknown hand. It also describes the friendship between George Washington, the Lafayette family, and Eliza Parke Custis Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eEnvelope which once contained an undated letter written by Lord Cornwallis, a letter written by the Marquis de Lafayette, facsimile of a letter written by George Washington, and  letters of Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee, and Colonel Nicholas Rogers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eList of family documents referring to Law, Custis, Lawrence A. Washington, Lawrence Lewis, John Law, James Adams, Eliza Law Rogers, Eleanor A. Rogers, Lloyd Rogers, and Thos. [Thomas] Law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are two separate pieces of writing within this folder. One is a handwritten excerpt from George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections of Washington,\" describing the John Trumbull portrait of George Washington painted in 1790, and the \"first portrait of George Washington\" by Gilbert Stuart. The other is a narrative written by an unknown Custis descendant describing the the John Wollston portrait of Martha Washington, taken prior to her marriage to George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote describing a China saucer that was a part of a larger tea set left to George Washington Parke Custis in Martha Washington's will. This set was given to her by a Mr. VanBraam.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote provides background information on an engraving of a Betty Washington Lewis portrait, originally thought to be Martha Washington. The engraving was done by Cheney and Kellogg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNote on a fragment of paper, with information on the deaths of George Washington Parke Custis and [James] Sharples.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFour fragments of a handwritten transcription of a letter from Lord Cornwallis to an unknown recipient. The letter is incomplete.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of letter. George Washington writes to Martha regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo nearly identical provenance statements regarding the 1772 Charles Willson Peale portrait of George Washington. One statement has some grammatical edits and inserts. The statement describes the style and subject of the portrait, the various owners (up to Edmund Law Rogers, the grandson of Eliza Parke Custis Law), and the conservation work done on the portrait. Edmund Law Rogers died in 1896. This document is undated, and unauthored.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture, from November 1576, details a land transaction between Edward Zouche and his wife Elenor and three people from Hemyock, Devon county, England. Names appear to be Nicholas (last name unclear), John Perry(?), and Charles Ford.  On bifold reads \"Hemyock, Zouch to Cha Ford \u0026amp; Nov. 19.\" Related documentation from auction house indicates the document was signed by Lawrence Washington, the quintuple great-grandfather of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe book is inscribed to Louisa C. Washington to Hannah B. Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eName index. pp. 1-107 ledger entries, 108-141 blank, 142-155 missing, 156-176 copies of leases deeds, etc. watermark.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eBox also contains loose items that originally went with the ledger including: \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e1) 1771 July 31. Letter, Anne Haulworth to \"dear Madam,\" A.N.S. Request for 25 pounds of sugar ... \n2) 1773 August 12. Letter, Jesse Coats to John Augustine Washington. A.N.S. Coats requests Washington to pay Thomas Blane the money Washington owes Coats ...\n3) 1778 September 12. Ledger entry of tobacco sales, Amt. of tobacco and price received ...\n4) 1779 May 22. Receipt, Sum of 30/ for the Virginia \"Gazette\" pd. by Col. Washington for Phillip Smith ...\n5) 1779 October 1. List of tools lent to Jas. Brinnon by John A. Washington.\n6) 1780 November 23. Account, Major Burditt Asheton with John A. Washington. To cash pd. Wm. Pegg.\n7) 1782 June 25. Account, Elizabeth Sehon with Mr. Will Mills. Mills was John A. Washington's overseer ... she desires payment of 2 1/2 barrels of Indian corn which was promised for 5 yds. of cloth for a coat ...\n8) 1783 June 14. Tax receipt for tobacco. Note of payment at Nomini for inspection of tobacco and taxes thereon ...\n9) 1784 April. Account, John Carroll with John A. Washington. Carroll made a trip to Berkeley for JAW ...\n10) 1784 April 15. Receipt, Thomas Kirkpatrick to Jeremiah Sandford. For 10 barrels of flour ... pinned to credit side of Kirkpatrick's account in the Ledger ...\n11) 1787 August 6. Note, Bushrod Washington to unknown recipient. Expresses regret that an account has remained unsettled when the writer thought it had been paid.\n12) undated. Notes gold and paper money on hand.\n13) undated. Account, John Walker with John A. Washington. For weaving cloth for Washington and Mr. Rice ... account of Mr. Will Rice appears on this page ...\n14) undated. Account, Robert Lewis with the Farmer's Hotel Washington City.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe ledger of William Carlin, who was a tailor in Alexandria who made clothes for George Washington and other staff members at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains decision in friendly suit of Lawrence A. Washington \u0026amp; others against Bushrod Washington \u0026amp; Lawrence Lewis, acting executors of General Washington, dated April 15, 1825 and signed by A. Moore, Commissioner and auditor--Order of Court of the District of Columbia, Alexandria County, Lawrence Washington and the other Legatees, etc. against Bushrod Washington, Lawrence Lewis, etc. May 19, 1823 teste Edm. I Lee C.C.--sales of a portion of the estate with names of purchasers, etc. (1802-1805)--Accounts of various legatees in account with estate--accounts of Lawrence Lewis reported to Fairfax Courthouse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eGeneral Business Accounts. Beginning at end of the book are 14 pages devoted to an account with the Schooner William Henry. The entries are in the hand of Robert Beverley, later, the executor of Wm. A. Washington's estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains Bishop Wilson's Sacra Privata--favorite hymns, prayers,--extracts from Sharps Sermons--12 golden rules and other religious extracts--notes on the education of children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e(London: Printed for J. Harris)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWestervelt's journey was made in 1839, recorded in 1841 and the dedication to Hon. Richard Rover is dated Dec. 18, 1842.\nBount cursory descriptions of the principal cities between N.Y. and Society Hill ... 15 p. description of Mount Vernon, grounds, tomb, Mansion: interior and exterior ... appalled at the ruined condition of the estate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript diary of Civil War soldier Private James A. Minish, 105th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. With spiral-bound, typescript transcription of the diary and additional letters, edited and annotated by M. L. Brown. The diary includes descriptions of Minish's visits to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA Reconstruction-era manuscript journal kept by Helen Josephine Dike Stearns, wife of a prominent New York merchant. The journal includes descriptions of a visit to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon in April 1870.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThere are three sets of entries in the ledger.  The first set of entries consists of 36 pages and date to 1739, 1740, 1742, 1744, 1745, 1746, and 1747 and individual lists are accepted and signed by William Fairfax ( 1691 – 1757), who had just built Belvoir.    Several pages are headed \"Gedney Clarke Mercht of Barbados\" who apparently is in charge of shipping items to William Fairfax in Virginia.\nThe second set of entries in the ledger comprises most of the ledger and consists of  52  pages.  It covers the years 1760 to 1772 and  accounts are initialed by \"GWFx,\"  George William Fairfax, son of William Fairfax, who died in 1757. These entries consist of page after page of goods or services purchased largely from London merchants; Cheapside, Fleet Street, and Charring Cross are mentioned.   \nA third section of the ledger consists of six pages in the middle of the book that date from 1760 to 1766.  It is an \"Acct of Sales of Tobacco\" from 1760 to 1766.  The names of the buyers are unknown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 46 pages. Autograph document, leatherbound ledger. Account book kept by Fanny Bassett Washington from the death of her husband George Augustine Washington until her marriage to Tobias Lear. Household, financial accounts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eScrapbook contains prints, original and copies of letters, and financial documents dating from the early 18th to late 19th century.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommonplace book of Louisa Clemson Brown (later Rogers), a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington. Louisa lived from 1862-1939 in West Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCommonplace book signed on title page Mary Rogers, believed to be Mary Washington Rogers (later Laidley) of West Virginia, a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington.  The scrapbook contains letters and poems regarding God, Autumn, love, religion, friendship, prayer, Mrs. Rogers, and Mary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRichard Roberts was the son of Richard Roberts (1808-1876). His mother died when he was five years old and the family left New Jersey a few years later. Likely they joined the Quaker community which had established itself in Alexandria in the 1850s, the pacifist Woodlawn Quakers. This group lived near the village of Accotink, a place mentioned several times in Robert's autobiography. According to a history of the Alexandria Quaker Meeting by Martha Claire Catlin, the group befriended and supported the economic independence and land ownership of the free African Americans in the area. The 1870 census shows Richard Robert's family living on real estate valued at $7,250, on a portion of Mount Vernon where they had numerous African American neighbors. Given the descriptions in the text, the Roberts farm may have been part of Washington's \"Muddy Hole\" or \"Dogue Run\" property. Roberts provides descriptions of his life there, the estate, and inhabitants, just after the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCharter of Robert Washington of Sulgrave, Co. Northants, and his son and heir Lawrence Washington, being a quit claim whereby they both give up to Roger Littleford of Sulgrave, \"husbandman,\" their right and title in a messuage or tenement in Sulgrave lately in possession of John Mosse of Sulgrave \"laborer\", also their right and title in one quadrant and a \"quarterne\" of a virgate of land in Sulgrave. Signed and sealed by both Robert and Lawrence Washington, signed on verso by four witnesses.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThe two signers of this document are direct ancestors of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Robert Washington, 1540-1619, was the eldest son of Lawrence, builder of Sulgrave Manor. The other signer, Robert's eldest son, Lawrence, 1565-1616, was grandfather of Colonel John Washington, who settled in Virginia in 1657 and was himself great-grandfather of the first President.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJournal of weather conditions and events taking place at Mt. Vernon under supervision of Bushrod Washington--[Cannon was evidently an overseer]--acct. of Birthday celebration in Alexandria-- acct. of many persons coming to Mt. Vernon to \"view the situation\"--mentions visiters and family and financial matters--enmity for Dutchman Frobel--hire of a German gardener--Mr. Jackson \"... took his [runaway] Negroe in Philada. but he was taken away from him again by the mob.\" Bound diary, in front is name \"John Brazier Cannon Mount Vernon February 20th 1806\" (There is also a bound typescript in library).Bound Manuscript. 182 pages.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis manuscript is made up of several sections. Approximately the first 100 pages include inventories of the Mount Vernon estate's contents (silver, dishes, beds, linens, and so on). That set of inventories was begun during Bushrod Washington's tenure as owner of Mount Vernon. Much of the text appears to be in his handwriting. The middle 200 pages are made up of the manuscript contain the daily diary of John A. Washington III for the years 1842-1845, while he owned Mount Vernon. The final 50 or so pages contain John A. Washington's record of work done by various individuals on the Mount Vernon property for several months at the end of 1842 to the beginning of 1843; a variety of other miscellaneous records and accounts are included in these final pages, all of which appear \"upside down\" in relation to the inventories and diary because they were written with the blank book flipped over so that the original back cover became the front cover. The inventories include two lists of slaves: one is dated 20 July 1815 (during the Bushrod Washington years); and the other with birthdates to April 1845 (during the John A. Washington III years).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe first page reads \"An account of the proceedings of the Commissioners appointed by the County Court of Fairfax County VA to assess the damages to be paid by the Manassas Gap Railroad to the Landowners through whose lands in Fairfax county the Railroad shall be constructed\". John Augustine Washington was a commissioner along with J.B. Hunter, L.M. Ball, E.G. Ford, and G.M. Millar. This is an account of their surveys including their travels to the various sites.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLedger, possibly kept by Lawrence Washington, contains notes on books in the Library of Congress and in the Alexandria library.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe journal includes topics of medicinal notes, farrier techniques, recipes, and law.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJournal begins with a \"List of negros\" including name, when born, and how acquired. Journal includes dated daily entries and an alphabetized index at the end. There is also an annotated drawing of the interior arrangement of the New Tomb.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe first entry in the diary is a 3 page \"List of negros\", belonging to John Augustine Washington. The list includes names, birthdates, and sources of acquisition. Other entries in the diary are regarding business, financial matters, and the management of Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound manuscript contains the returns kept for General Poor's Brigade, by Captain Benjamin Walker, at various camps, a few returns left unaccomplished, several general orders and records of courts-martial,and a legal docket ca. 1830. These daily inventories of soldiers and their equipment begin at Valley Forge in January 1778 and run through May 1779.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAnne S. Frobel's father, John Jacob Frobel, was Ann Washington's music teacher, and lived for a short time at Mount Vernon (circa 1804-1806) with Bushrod and Ann Washington. The diary includes reminiscences of her childhood visits to Mount Vernon.Part I of the diary covers the Civil War years, 1861-1865. It constitutes almost 90% of the diary and deals with Anne and her sister Elizabeth's experiences as two female southern sympathizers alone on a farmstead, \"Wilton Hill,\" outside of Alexandria, Va. Frobel describes the occupation of northern Virginia by Union soldiers, as well as their own house and grounds by the Union Army.She reveals both their fears and courage as she describes problems with Union soldier raids, and her attempts to get protection from Union officers. She relates the hazards of travelling to Alexandria, difficulties obtaining passes, and the desertion of slaves to the army. She also relates her own deteriorating relationship with her slaves, and their relationship to the soldiers.Part II of the diary describes a six-year period after the war, 1873-1879, detailing Elizabeth's and her financial hardships and the difficulty of collecting rent from tenants. She also relates their attempts to sell their farm.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains copies of letters written in the course of Clement Biddle's business dealings in Philadelphia. Includes copies of letters to George Washington (28 in number), Henry Knox, James Wilkinson, and Timothy Pickering, and others. The Washington letters concern his efforts to procure household goods, furniture, agricultural implements and supplies for the Washington family, providing a record of the development of the Mount Vernon estate in the period between the Revolutionary War and Washington's presidency. The letters also reveal interesting insights into life in Philadelphia during the period of the Constitutional Convention.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains accounts for the running of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, its constituent farms and businesses. Entries document expenses for the fisheries, tailor work, voyage of the brig (or brigantine) Farmer to Jamaica in 1774, tools, clothing for slaves, expenses for various craftsmen, food, weaving, tobacco, and much more. Earliest entries are said to be in the hand of John Kirkpatrick, while the last two thirds of the volume are in the hand of Lund Washington. About a half dozen notations in George Washington's hand also appear. Quite a few later manuscript additions appear throughout, giving explanations or 'editorial commentary' on the text. Pages numbered 89-107 were removed prior to the original coming to Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAlso available at Mount Vernon: typed transcription dating perhaps to 1932 (Transctiption 17-A); handwritten \"transcript with index\" by A.L. Reese dating to 1946 (Transcription 18-A); and typed transcription created by Gwendolyn White and Maureen Connors in 2009 (Transcription 45-A).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBlank book, leaves ruled for musical notation. Folio, bound in calf. Inscription on the flyleaf: \"Martha Parke Custis March 1768\" in the hand of George Washington. Contains holograph short musical pieces, some with texts in English, suitable for a beginning student, in two different hands, believed to be those of Martha Parke Custis and her teacher John Stadler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound volume includes various sheet music bound together for use of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Front cover contains the name \"Eleaner P. Custis [sic]\" embossed on leather. Includes \"Trois Sonates a quatre mains pour clavecin ou piano forte,\" among others. Includes handwritten note at the end of the volume.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bound sheet music was owned by Eleanor Park Custis, approximately 1786-1792.  Includes multiple music publications that are bound together. Music was composed for various instruments such as violin and harpsichord, as well as voice.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bound manuscript music contains music in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis, with a collection of miscellaneous pieces including the published score of \"Love in a Village: A Comic Opera.\" Signed \"Eleanor Parke Custis, February 25th 1797.\" The front cover contains the the number \"1442\" in the bottom left corner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound volume belonged to Eleanor Parke Custis, whose name is embossed in leather on the cover as \"Eleanor P. Custis.\" Includes multiple musical works bound together.  Works are for instrument and voice, in Italian.  Also contains a souvenir piece of a banner and a handwritten note.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe bound sheet music of twelve progressive lessons for the harpsichord, piano forte or organ, was owned by Eleanor Parke Custis. Also includes handwritten music and notes. The verso of the front cover includes an inscription, \"Frances Parke Lewis 1814.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolio, modern binding of Robert Bremner's 'The Harpsichord or Spinnet Miscellany,' belonging to Martha Parke Custis. Inscription on recto or leaf following title page: \"Martha Parke Custis January the 19 1769\" and \"Marta Parke Custis.\" Pages, full and partial, have been silked.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBound collection of published chamber works by Pleyel and three sonatas by Kozeluch primarily for piano-forte and harpsichord. Manuscript copy of \"Hope Told a Flattering Tale,\" by Pleyel; \"Here's a health to ane I loe dear,\" music by Kozeluch -poetry by Robert Burns; \"Come live with me, \u0026amp; be my love,\" composed by Emerick, poetry by Shakespeare; \"The Chieftain,\" words by T. C. [Thomas Campbell]; \"The Hunter's Horn,\" words by Fitzsimons, music by Philips (?); \"Dearest Maid I adore thee,\" words by J. Lee Lewis, composed by W Slape; in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Also includes manuscript copy of \"Hymn of Riego\" in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis [Lewis] in 1826. A handwritten poem on the final page is inspired by Thomas Moore's \"Come rest in this bosom.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeather bound volume of sheet music. Includes a handwritten note on first page, \"This music book was bound by ... Custis...\", and is signed \"Audley.\" The title page reads \"Twelve Pieces for the Harpsichord or piano forte composed by Sig. Sterkel of Vienne.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeather bound volume of sheet music and lyrics. Front conver contains the name \"Eleanor P. Custis\" embossed in red leather. There is a handwritten index in Italian. Also contains an unbound song titled \"Highland Mary.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLand grant of Culpeper, proprietor of Northern Neck, of 5000 acres to Col. John Washington and Col. Nicholas Spencer; the original patent for the Mount Vernon lands. Paper seal with coat of arms upper left corner. Docketed by George Washington and others on verso.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. A grant for 584 acres of land in Stafford, [later Fairfax] County on the north side of Little Hunting Creek, for transporting twelve persons to Va. Document signed, with embossed seal of colony, laminated, oversize document, endorsed in hand of Genl. W-n on back, watermark. This property was acquired by Washington in 1760. Signed by Virginia governor Herb. Jeffreys, Recorded by [Jno. Harrison?].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. On verson of W-646 Thomas Culpeper land grant to John Washington and Nicholas Spencer. For 5000 acres of land in Stafford Co. and \"near ye land of Capt. Giles Brent,\" land bounded by the main river [Potomac] and two creeks, Little Hunting and Epsewasson. Document, a transcript in hand of [George Brent ?,] laminated.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For consideration of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"hath Granted Bargained Sold ... all that certain Parcel or Tract of Land Situate Lying and being in Overwharton Parish in Stafford County and Being by Estematon Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres ... Half of five Thousand Acres formerly laid out for Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" for a term of 1 year. Document signed, endorsed on reverse in unknown hand \"Merandom this Lease was acknowledged by Roger Gregory and Mildred his wif in Aprell Jeneral Court 1726,\" and endorsed by GW, \"Rogr. and Mildred Gregory Lease to Aug. Washington 16th May 1726,\" oversize document, 2 red seals, laminated, watermark, endorsed by G.W. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory, and witnessed by Wm. Aylett Jr., John Washington and Lawr. Butler.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. \" ... in Consideration of the Sum of One Hundred and Eighty pounds Stirling Money of Great Britain ... All that certain Tract or Parcel of Land Situate Lying and Being in the Parish of Overwharton [Stafford] [now Fairfax] County ... Being by Estimation Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres a Moiettie or half of Five Hundred Acres formerly Lay'd out for Collo. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\"Signed by Mildred and Roger Gregory and witnessed by William Aylett Jr., John Washington, and Lawrence Butler. Endorsed on reverse by George Washington. Below the indenture in another hand is a memorandum of \"The Corse of Spencer Land and Mine ...\" with boundaries given. Laminated, two red seals, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. In consideration of sum of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory have \"Bargained and Sold ... unto Augustine Washington all that ... Tract ... Lying ... in the Parish of Overwharton and county of Stafford, Containing by Estimation two Thousand five Hundred Acres being a moity or half of five Thousand Acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ... \". Document signed, endorsed by G.W. \"Roger and Mildd. Gregory Lease to Auge. Washington 18th Oct. 1726,\" oversize document, laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks; also endorsed by G.W.Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court Oct. 20 1726 by R. Hickman Clerk of General Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Roger and Mildred Gregory, \"... for and in Consideration of the Summ of one hundred and Eighty pounds Sterling ... Do Give Grant ... unto the said Augustine Washington ... in he the said Augustine Washington's actuall possession Now being by vertue of a Bargan and Sale to him there of made by Indenture ... All that ... Tract ... of Land ... Lying ... in the parish of Overwharton and County of Stafford containing by Estimation two thousand five hundred acres being a moiety or half of five thousand acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" Document signed, oversize document, endorsed \"Roger Gregory and Mildred Gregory Augt. Washington,\" [this is possibly in Augustine Washington's hand], dated in George Washington's hand \"19th of Oct. 1726,\" laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court on Oct. 20, 1726 by R. Hickman, Clerk of General Court.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of lease for 2 parcels of Mount Vernon land from William Spencer to Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of release of Mount Vernon lands, William and Elizabeth Spencer to Lawrence Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For five shillings, leases land for one year in Prince William Cty. [Fairfax] on Dogue Creek \"being part of a Tract formerly granted to Collo. William Travers ...\" containing 545 1/2 acres. Autograph document signed, oversize document, laminated, docketed. Signed by Zepha. Wade and witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anna A. Hampton, John Hart, and [Jn.] Thurman. Receipted on reverse for 5 shillings by Z. Wade same witnesses. Acknowledged in Court July 29, 1740 by Catesby Cocke, Clerk.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. For sum of one hundred pounds sterling the Wades deed to John Brown \"all that tract or Parcell of Land ... sicuate lying and being in the County of Prince William [Fairfax] at the head of Doeg Creek and being part of a tract formerly granted to Colo. Wm. Travers\" (March 22, 1677)--later purchased by Wade of Thomas Brooke and Sarah his wife-- 545 1/2 acres. Document signed, docketed, oversize document, laminated, watermark. Signed by Violinder and Zeph. Wade, witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anne Hampton, John [Hart?] and Jno Thurman. Receipt for £100 on reverse, signed by Wade, with same witnesses. Recorded July 29, 1740; also a commission to examine Violinder Wade about her consent to relinquishing her dower rights in the land--signed by Catesby Cocke, clerk. [See under 1805, April 29, Defense of title to Woodlawm, by Lawrence Lewis].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. on vellum. 1 page. Army Commission of Lawrence Washington as captain in provincial forces serving under Admiral Vernon in the Cartagena campaign. Signed by Hollis Newcastle [Duke of Newcastle], entered with Secretary at war by Thomas Sherwin. Entered with Commissioner of Musters by [Jas. Pitchart?]. Embossed seal, and seal of George II, Docketed and marked \"This commission was delivered the tenth day of July 1740 to the within named Lawrence Washington Esqr. [signed] Will Gooch.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSurvey plat map of land contained between Dogue Run and Little Hunting Creek, shows the original grant of land between the Spencer family and the Washington family originally granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper in 1674 to Col. John Washington, who arrived in Virginia in 1657 and to Col. Nathaniel Spencer for a grant of 5,000 acres. This land is the future site of Mount Vernon. Survey made for plaintiff Sampson Darrell against defendant Zephaniah Wade. Autograph document signed, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 9 pages. Deposition in the suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell. Depositions of William Godfrey, Robert Step[h]ens, Edward Violet, Penelope Osborne, Ann Drakeford, Daniel Ansdale, Thomas, Odford, John Gist, William Brummett, Elias Guess, Thomas Lewis, Bryant Allison, John Sno[w]den, James Halley, Sarah Lewis, John Simpson, and Jeremiah Sparks, in a boundary dispute between Thomas Marshall and Samson [or Sampson?] Darrell involving the line of the original grant to Nichol Spencer and Washington--includes reference to Wm. Sparks, tennant to Augustine W-n, living on Little Hunting Creek--includes plat of surveys and marks on disputed land. Summary Depositions sworn before George Mason and Daniel Jenings. Document, copy teste by L. Tazewell and Ben. Waller endorsed \"Marshall v. Darrell, Copy Depost.,\" laminated, oversize document, watermark. See also under 1748, Map of Spencer-Washington tract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDeed of Lease of Mount Vernon land, Henry Frenn to Lawrence Washington\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, settlement of the estate of Lawrence Washington, and estate documents\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed \"Fairfax\" on parchment. Grants 425 acres of land in Augusta County to Jacob Christman. As the document notes, this land along the Lost River of Cacapon was surveyed by George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIndenture, deed of release from Ignatius Digges, William Digges, and John Addison to Thomas Colvill. \"... all that [ ] Tenement parcel or Tract of Land [ ] and known by the name of William Cliftons Dwelling Plantation Situate Lying [and being in the County of Fairfax] ... containing four Hundred Acres ...\" Laminated, oversize document, 3 red seals (blurred) watermarks. This land is believed to have been occupied by George Augustine Washington at a later date. Signed by Ignt. Digges, W. Digges and Jn. Addison. No witnesses. On reverse, a receipt for money, signed by Wm. and Ignt. Digges and Jn. Addison. Attested by [G. Wagoner ?], Court clerk, date obscured.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocuments detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Indenture, Deed of Release for Fairfax County land from Charles Washington and his wife Mildred to John Posey, \"... two certain Tracts of Land, One in the Tenure and occupation of Sarah Lewis widow containing two hundred acres more or less the Other situate on the branches of muddyhole containing one hundred and forty five acres more or less ...\" Document, docketed, watermarks. Signed by Charles and Mildred Washington; witnessed by Saml. Washington, Wm. Triplett, John Alexander and John Alexander Jr. Receipt for £517 by Charles Washington; Attested by [G. Wagoner,?] clerk of court, Jan. 19 1760. Endorsed by Charles Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside. Printed document in French and English. \"By His Excellency George Washington, Esquire, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies of North America.\" Gives reasons and accounts of his armies presence in Canada under command of General Schuyler, \"not to plunder, but to protect you; to animate, and bring forth into Action those Sentiments of Freedom you have disclosed...\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of the two known surviving recieved letters from George Washington to Martha Washington. The letter dated 1775 June 18, George Washington writes to Martha Washington regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will. The letter dated 1775 June 23, the original of which is located within the George Washington Presidential Library's collections, George Washington writes to Martha Washington as he departs Philadelphia for Boston and he does not know when he will be able to write again. He hopes to have a \"happy meeting with you [Martha] sometime in the fall\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMap, \"Plan of the Operations of General Washington against The Kings Troops in New Jersey, from the 26th of December 1776 to the 3rd January 1777 by William Faden.\" London, Published according to Act of Parliament 15th April 1777 by Wm Faden, Corner of St Martins Lane, Charing Cross.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 1 page. Document signed, laminated, docketed \"Isaac Sotherland's Deed for 215 Acres in Frederick County Entd. and Exd.\" Deed for 215 acres of waste and ungranted lands in the Drains of Babb Creek in Frederick County--to pay annual quit rent of 1/ for every 50 A. Signed by Fairfax.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 6 pages. Account, purchases of clothing, blankets. Jabez Clark company. Docketed \"Comy Jabez Clark, rect. To Comy Hubbard for Cloathing and Blankets.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside. Woodcut Royal Arms of Great Britain-Calls for the British American Colonies to be freed from the \"tyranny\" of the Patriots. These \"Associated Loyalists\" were formed when the British occupied Rhode Island. Watermarked sheet of laid paper.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Clothing allotments and cost, Connecticut Regiment of Col. Seth Warner. \"Colo. Seth Warners Regiment for Officers Cloathing.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Inspection return. Troop inspection chart.This document was signed just 4 days after the execution of British spy John Andre. It is a table detailing 265 \"rank and file\"; 16 officers, 22 sergeants, 13 drum and fifers; lists the units' arms and ammo. The document shows the troop and arms strength during the American Revolution.  Autograph document signed; signed by Col. Ebenezer Sprout, Inspecting officer of the 12th Massachusetts and Capt. Silas Burbank, temporary commander.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Return, supplies for Yorktown. \"A return of goods purchased for the Navy of France,\" and shipped to Newport.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 1 page. Return, clothing received from the regimental clothier for the use of Jackson's company.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 6 pages. Muster roll, New Windsor-Newburgh encampment. Autograph document in an unknown hand, listing 183 officers, surgeons, chaplains, waggon masters, aides-de-camp, paymasters, and others, beginning with \"His Excellency General Washington.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRoll and muster. A.D.S. 1 page. \"Roll and Muster of the Fourth Company Seventh Massachusetts Regiment taken for the month of March 1783.\" Document signed, (oversize), partially printed.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 4 pages. Including codicil, Nov. 19, 1785. Will of John Augustine Washington of Bushfield, younger brother of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA list of Masters and Indentured Servants [Fairfax County, Virginia] with their trades and terms of service. Includes George Washington, Lund Washington, and George Mason. Autograph document, laminated, 1 page.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 8 pages. A listing of the furniture and division into 3 parts--half to go to Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, and 1/4 each to Corbin and Bushrod Washington--Value placed on each piece--total amt. of £385.9.0. This division agreed to and signed by Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, Corbin Washington, and Bushrod Washington. Document signed, oversize document, charred and torn, but laminated, watermarks. Date on original catalog card appears [1787 ?]. Probably done shortly after J.A. Washington's death in early Jan. 1787.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D. 4 pages. Docketed by Hustler. Thomas Paine wrote to John Hustler on issues of a new constitution in France and directly transcribes Washington's address to the Society of Quakers.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA folio-sized penmanship book dating from 1795, written by Joseph Swan of Medford School, likely in Massachusetts. The first page of the book extols the virtues and influence of President George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePrinted form with manuscript additions. A receipt for twelve dollars of taxes paid by William Augustine Washington for his four wheel carriage, called a post chaise, which is drawn by four horses for the conveyance of more than one person. The receipt is mounted on paper with an engraving of William Augustine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA British eulogy that features a boulder labeled \"Washington,\" steadfast amidst a raging sea. By W.P. Blake, London.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eSketch, Proposed monument to George Washington by William Smith. Autograph document, drawn by Smith. In oversize folder, in color, watermark (fleur de lis over barred shield). Date on original catalog card appears [1800] [Jan. 1].\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBroadside, by his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, esquire, governor, and commander in chief over the state of Connecticut. A Proclamation. \"To call the attention of the People of the State to a serious consideration and review of their moral and religious conduct - to solemn reflections on the errors of their ways - \" etc.  1800\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Estate of Genl. George Washington deceased in account with Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis acting executors\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAccount, Col. William A. Washington with Joshua Riddle. D. 8 pages. Document, folio size. Contains ordinary accounts of miscellaneous goods.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDocument signed, partly printed, docketed \"Policy of Assurance for The Honbl. Bushrod Washington.\" Signed by James Rawlings.[See also under 1815, Aug. 23, Insurance Evaluation on Mt. Vernon]. Policy for a barn at Mount Vernon.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA.D.S. 2 pages. Inventory, Estate of Dr. Greenwood. Dr. Greenwood was one of George Washington's dentists. He practiced in New York City. There are no dental instruments on this inventory. Document signed, (partly printed).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD.S. 2 pages. Deed of 512 acres in 4 tracts in Frederick County to Wm. Stephenson, trustee; if Geo. F. Washington does not pay $10,000 owed Taliaferro Stribling as executor of Francis Stribling Senr., land to be advertised for sale by Stephenson, and then Stribling is to be paid from the proceeds of sales. If money is paid, Stephenson to reconvey the land to Geo. F. Washington. Signed by Geo. F. Washington, Maria Washington, Talifaferro Stribling, Wm. Stephenson. Aug 7, 1826 certification of Maria Washington's acknowledgement of the indenture witnessed by Francis Stribling and William Lynn. Aug 23, 1826 - recorded by Thomas Allen Tidball, clerk of Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington [wife] to Stephenson Deed of Trust use of F. Striblings Exec. 1826 August 23rd Ack by Washington [ ], recorded 523d page and examined,\" oversize document, laminated, watermark.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eD. 2 pages. Labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon,\"--gives boundary lines of J.A.W.'s part of estate--also shows parts held by Bush. C. Washington and heirs of Bushrod Jr.-- Survey made by James M. Brown, Deputy Sur. of Jefferson Cty., May 10th 1831. Silked. Some corrections made in 1845. A map and survey labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon\" and docketed \"Platt +c. of Mr. John A. Washington's part of Mount Vernon, 1225 acres.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLeaves gathered at MV and Niagara Falls, pressed onto page with descriptions \"Washington's Tomb Mt. Vernon gathered by A.J. Lawrence May 1842\" and \"Niagara Falls June 1842, gathered by A.J. Lawrence.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript map in ink and watercolor, signed \"Copied by J. Hammond Coulter. Minersville.\" The map shows the boundaries of George Washington's farms along the Potomac River.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript plan of Mount Vernon titled \"Old apple orchard planted in 1871 - with pears, peaches +c.\" Includes a key, labeling the Mount Vernon mansion and all its outbuildings as they appeared in the late 1800s.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Mount Vernon home and tomb of Washington. Grounds opened at 11 o'clock A.M. Closed and cleared promptly at 4 o'clock P.M. Entrance fee, 25 cents. Positively no admittance on Sunday. Picnics not allowed on Mt. Vernon grounds. Special arrangement for June, July, Aug., Sept., '93: To accommodate Columbian Excursionists, the open hours will be extended to 6 o'clock P.M., on Wednesdays only. Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWashington's watermarked paper. 1 Sheet (15\" x 17 1/2\") ; 1 Sheet (15 1/4\" x 18 1/2\") ; 3 Sheets (15\" x 18 1/4\") A corner of sheet \"c\" is torn off ; 1 Sheet (14 1/2\" x 18\") Folio: ruled for ledger use. ; 1 sheet tissue (18-1/2 x 15).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eManuscript copy of Washington's 1783 address in Annapolis to resign his commission as Commander in Chief. Noted at bottom \"Presented to the Mt. Vernon Mansion by George Bristow. 1 Chas. 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materials dating from 1738-1868. The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.","Portions of this collection have been digitized, as noted in the item-level descriptions.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Docketed \"Crompe and others. con. cutbush et al ... 1607. order. or Decree.\" and \"A Decree for the platts against Cutbush.\"\tThe signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","D.S. 2 pages. Accessioned as a \"legal document\" signed by Lawrence Washington and Henry Thoresby in 1615. Elizabethan handwriting makes it difficult to decipher the purpose of the document or the actual date. The signer is thought to be Lawrence Washington (d. 1616) of Sulgrave, England, grandfather of Colonel John Washington, the immigrant. However, it's possible the signer was Sir Lawrence Washington (1549-1619) who served as Registrar of His Majesty's Court of Chancery and great uncle of George Washington.","Document granting 1500 acres of land to Lt. Col. John Washington \"for ye transportation thirty servants into this Colony ...\" Lists the names of 28 servants and \"Two Negroes.\" Signed by Anthony Bridges. Nicholas Spencer listed as one of the justices at Westmoreland County court where transaction is approved. Washington gained several thousands of acres in this manner.","A.D.S. 1 page. Recorded in Stafford on March 12, 1690. Registered in deed book Thomas Lee. Addressed to \"Mr. William [ ] our agent in Virginia\" survey by John Alexander on April 27, 1669 granting 5000 acres to Spencer and Washington is patented and ordered registered.","D. 1 page. Grant of 5000 acres in Stafford County [later Fairfax County] \"in the freshes of the Potomacke river\", opposite Piscataway village and between Little Hunting Creek and Epsiwasson Creek [Mount Vernon], \"said land being due ... for the transportation of one hundred into this Colony.\" ","Early copy of original grant, endorsed in hand of Genl. Washington on back \"Govr. Jeffreys Grant for 5000 acs. to Colo. Nicholas Spencer and Lt. Colo. Jno. Washington 1677\", watermark (crown over GR).","Legal document from 1687, written on vellum. The first first paragraph is written in Latin; the subsequent text is in English.  Appears to be dated 20 May 1687, and describes a legal obligation from Thomas Grosham and his wife Sarah to Richard Newsome(?). Document was witnessed by Rich Nicholson, [second name unclear], and Hen. Washington.  The document and the second signature may be in the same hand.","D.S. 2 pages. Conveyance of 300 acres of a patent of 1906 acres of land on Little Hunting Creek, Stafford County [later Fairfax] for 3000 [ ] of good tobacco. Endorsed in hand of General Washington on reverse \"Thompson to Rose Bargain and Sale 14th March 1688\" and also in another hand. Signed on reverse by Thompson and witnesses. Sale acknowledged on May 8, 1689, by Richard Gibson and Ma [ ] Thompson.","A.D.S. 1 page. Survey by George Brent of part of the land granted to Nicholas Spencer and John Washington. On reverse is a transcript of the grant by Lord Culpeper to Spencer and Washington. See under date March 1, 1674.","A.D.S. 1 page. Deed of lease to John Bushrod (ancestor of Bushrod Washington) for \"Searles\" plantation to include \"all houses, outhouse buildings Gardens Orchards ...\" Witnessed by James Westcomb and William Scott.","D. 1 page. Excerpts of Last will and Testament of John Custis grandfather of Daniel Parke Custis. Integral cover addressed to Major John Custis, watermarked (crown over heraldic shield). Test copy by \"Robert Howson C Cir Ct Northampt.\"","1. Chifonessex Plantation and Arlington house with 250 to John Custis, his son. -- 2. All male cattle on Smith's and Mackeon Islands. -- 3. 1 large silver dish, six large silver plates, one large silver basin, 2 silver candlesticks with a silver snuffer dish, 2 silver snuffers, 1 good feather bed and furniture, choice of pistols and holsters, best sword. -- 4. All rest of land at Pocomock not disposed of in his lifetime. -- 5. Quarter part of the Brigenton the Northampton built by John Bowden; the biggest silver tankard and \"my fathers picture now hanging in my hall\". -- 6. The male cattle given in will bars him of further claim owed him.","William Byrd writes to his brother-in-law John Custis, enclosing a will of their father-in-law Daniel Parke (dated 1710 December 7) regarding inheritance to their wives Frances and Lucy, daughters of Daniel Parke. Autograph document signed, 3 pages. Additional documents include a 1710 October 27 legal note regarding court settlement involving Daniel Parke - autograph document signed, small sheet; and an unrelated document with a list of receipts dated May 1757 of payments received from Daniel Parke Custis written, dated, and signed for in the hand of each creditor, autograph document signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanks her for letter--gives her an opportunity to write her and assure her that she is not ambitious if she had the watch she would return it to her--the barbarous murder of Genl. Parke plundered him of all--there is little or nothing of it restored though he had six or seven thousand pounds--they are not even being punished--wishes all relatives of Parke would petition the Queen--\"tis a greif beyond expression to se the injustice that is done so great a man\"--sorry that she is such a sufferer by the General's will--it was never her desire to have any part of his estate--if it is in her power to help it her estate will not be burdened with the debts--the new general has seized some of the estate and talks of taking more--she has a small silver basin and ladle of Genl. Parke's--either or both are at her service.","Docketed \"a letter giving an acct. of Col. Parke's death.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"K. Chester.\"","Sampson Darrell deed for Dogue Creek land, George Washington's copy. Virginia deed for land described as located in Stafford County [Fairfax County], granted to Sampson Darrell for 162 acres by the Right Hon. Catherine Lady Fairfax, sole proprietor of the Northern neck of Virginia. Dated November 26, 1717 with a separate docket in the handwriting of George Washington relating to the 1717 deed that came into his possession after he purchased the land in his expansion of the Mount Vernon plantation in the late 1750's. This grant to Sampson Darrell in the Northern Neck was originally for 200 acres but was corrected and regranted to Lady Catherine Culpeper in 1717 in the amount of 162 acres which George Washington later acquired. 1 sheet with fragment.","D. 3 pages. Daniel Parke has Virginian and English estates--heavily in debt--his wife [Jane] the daughter of Philip Ludwell had a considerable fortune--two daughters: Frances married to John Custis and Lucy married to Wm. Byrd--in 1705 Queen Ann made him Governor of Leward Islands held this for 5 years and acquired considerable estate there--in Dec. 1710 he was murdered by the inhabitants \"who plundered his house of all his plate, mony, jewells, and household stuff\"--no reparation ever made--the pretense for this was the suspicion that the Governor was too familiar with some of their wives namely Mrs. Chester by whom he was supposed to have a child--confirmd this by his liberality to the child (at his death too young to be christened)--by his will left all his estate in the Leward Islands for the use of his child called Lucy Chester--the mother Katherine Chester--if Lucy died before she came of age he \"began at last to remember his lawfull children\", gave Frances Custis all his estate in Virginia and England--willing that his daughter should pay the legacies hereafter mentiond and all his debts--hard upon her however Mr. Custis and his wife discharged all the debts due both in England and Virginia amounting to many thousand pounds and then paid the legacies--got no account of debts in the Leward Islands--Mrs. Custis wrote the executor Mr. Rhodny--he said very few of the General's papers came to hand, the mob having destoyed them--a Mr. Perry owed money--now at last after more than 14 yrs. are past a man who calls himself Dunbar Parke, married to Lucy Chester, demands L10,000 of Mr. Custis (Frances long since dead) for debts owed by Daniel Parke in the Leward Islands--no notice ever given of such debts before--since all estates and debts in the four Leward Islands were given to Lucy Chester she ought to be liable for the debts--if the estate in England and Virginia must assume these debts as well as those in Va. and Eng. neither Frances nor Lucy Burd will have anything left from the estate--not the meaning of the testator.","Docketed \"This paper gives much information respecting the murder of Govr. Parke and other family matters.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Signed and sealed by Roger Gregory, Mildred Gregory. Docketed on reverse, possibly later in the hand of George Washington, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"Bond to Auge Washington 19th Octr 1726.\"","D.S. oversize parchment folded. An indenture for the sale of the estate of Culthorpe in Derbyshire, England by Francis Ash \"of St. Mary's county in the province of Maryland planter, ...\" Augustine Washington acting under a power of attorney granted him by Ash. Reference to the contract for the sale on June 25, 1728. presumably Washington, when he traveled to England in 1729, acted to complete the sale for Ash.","The case of planters of tobacco in Virginia, as represented by themselves, signed by the president of the council and speaker of the House of Burgesses ([London: Printed for J. Roberts in Warwick Lane]). This pamphlet was written by Robert Carter for the vindication of the representation for the planters in Virginia: made by the General assembly of that colony.","A.L.S. 1 page. Explains the reasons for the delay in repaying debt. Signature not legible. John Bushrod was the maternal grandfather of Judge Bushrod Washington.","D. 1 page. Deeds dated May 25 and 26th, 1739 to 523 acres on Muddy Hole Branch [later a part of Mount Vernon] for a consideration of £150.","Document, early copy, laminated, docketed by George Washington on reverse, watermark (crown over shield with GR).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Sorry to hear his family is so sickly especially with \"flux\"--gives minute directions for their care i.e. bleeding, vomits etc.--herbs to use and how to prepare various remedies--Hannah's ailment and how to treat it--has had a good year all his tobacco is in the houses--haying now, has a great quantity--3000 tobacco hhds.--poor old Harry sick--Mr. Winch's land--Clayborn land being bought for Winch--your sister knows nothing of it--she is being turned out and sent her lawyer to him for advice--is repairing her house at Waldees--whom does he mistrust?--Custis coat-of-arms discussed--Winch has come by his lately--\"every scoundrell ye has money, may go ye heralds office and buy a coat of arms\"--Daniel has more right to it than his sister now married--list of things he is sending (wine, cider, and sugar, mint water, cinnamon) with advice about how to take care of it.","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (J. Honig and crown over encircled lion rampant with motto).","A.D.S. 3 pages. Release for the 180 acres of the Spencer grant lying along Dogue Creek [later part of Mount Vernon for £105 current money and £500 tobacco--all the land lying in Truro Parish, Prince William County [Fairfax] on upper side of Doeg Creek, containing 180 acres Ninety Eight and half perches [formerly part of tract granted to Nicholas Spencer].","Docketed by George Washington on reverse, and in another hand \"Copy Release-Spencer to Osborne,\" watermarks (crown over GR on shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soie quo Mal y pense\"). Witnessed by John Colville, William Payne, John Brown, Stephen Lewis. Receipt signed by Wm. Spencer same date for payment received. Proved Nov. 26, 1739 by Catesby Cocke Clerk. Copy teste by John Graham.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentions letter received telling of his ill health and advanced age, fears he will not recover, so wished to make his peace with all the world--Cable lets him know that he is his friend--sets his conscience at rest in respect to what has happened between them--result of misunderstandings--\"I really apprehended that I was ill used\"--not guilty of malpractice--wrote to the governor that he would not act by the Commission he had--wants him to bestow it on someone else--can't after renouncing it take it up again--would do anything to oblige him [Custis] and settle peace among \"our Relations\"--hopes there may be a way found to do it without trouble--wants to settle things so none of friends or relations are discontented--if either of them die before they meet again hopes they will meet in the Everlasting Kingdom where no disturbance can be--\"Your Sister sends you her kind Love ...\"","Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarks (crown over GR within shield, and crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a permit to take in Virginia tobacco. This is the earliest known written example of the name \"Mount Vernon\" used for Washington's estate. Fairfax was Lawrence Washington's father-in law.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"Platt of a Survey made for Capt. Augustine Washington and Mr. John Washington in Westmoreland County ...\" Contains metes and bounds and ink and pencil drawing of the tract bordered on three sides by Bridges Creek Potomac River and Pope's Creek. Later renamed Wakefield by Wm. Aug. Washington.","A.D.S. 2 pages. For 106 acres on Dogue Run in Truro Parish, Fairfax County, part of a greater tract of land belonging to Sampson Darrel, and bounded by line of land of late Wm. Spencer and Dogue Run--yearly rent of 730 lbs. of tobacco--privileges and restrictions of the lease. Signed by John Gist. Witnessed by Giles Tillet and Wm. Sherman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Laminated onto another sheet of paper, reverse side not legible. Discharge order for David Coulton by Admiral Edward Vernon. Sentence of a court martial.","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Aug. Washington\".  Letter of family interest--expresses pleasure at Lawrence's recovery--congratulations on birth of son--\"You need not have been so severe on the Salts as you were in your last, if you would but consider how much you are indebted to them ...\"--doesn't approve of taking up large tracts of land so far back, \"it is a ready way to keep your Self always behind hand.\"--Warner Washington to marry Betty Mason the end of the month. Integral cover, watermark (crown over encircled GR, and crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, in hand of James Mitchell, laminated, docketed on reverse \"Mitchel acct. Recpt. £4,\" charred by fire. Account covers period from November 6, 1748-July 2, 1749--for such items as horses butter, \"making yr. Bed Slip,\" washing, dinner and club--entries for 1748 scratched through. Receipted on July 1, 1749 for £1/4 by James Mitchell.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends news that Custis's father [John Custis] heartily approves of his marriage with Miss [Martha] Dandridge--\" ... he has so good a Character of her That he had rather you shou'd have her than any Lady in Virginia. Nay if possible he is as much enamoured with her Character as you are with her Person and this is owing chiefly to a prudent speech of her own. Hurry down immediately for Fear he shou'd change the strong inclination he has to your Marrying directly.\"--gave briddle and saddle to Jack in Custis's name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over heraldic device and motto \"Honi Soit qui mal y pense,\" and crown over GR). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Power.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c.1750].","One page from a ledger book dated 1747 in the hand of Lawrence Washington, for accounts with \"The Right Honourable Lord Fairfax.\" The purchases include bills of exchange for sterling, sheep, gunpowder and shells, payment for smith work, and barrels of Indian meal. The payments were made primarily against rent payments.","Title page from \"A Book of Surveys Began July 22nd 1749.\"Facsimile copy with note at top:  \"Fac simile, copied from a Manuscript in the handwriting of Washington.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account - Lawrence Washington with the Ohio Company. Account before his death, and interest run up on the unpaid account after his death, amount credited to his account. Autograph document signed by Geo. Mason, docketed \"The Estate of Lawrence Washington Esqr. deceased with The Ohio Company - Acc't, May 8, 1772, \"laminated, Watermarks (crown over GR, and crown over encircled armed figure).This acc't. drawn up and signed by George Mason on part of Ohio Co. Attested on May 19, 1772, by A. Henderson, Clerk of Fairfax Co. Court.","Plant cutting of boxwood. Note reads it was planted by Lawrence Washington.","D. 1 page. Bill - Benjamin Nockalls to Mr. John Price. Bill for wom[an]s shoes and white thread--am't of bill £0.11. Document, on reverse of broadside advertisement by Benjamin Nockalls, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR).","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for June 14, 1751-April 3, 1752 for medical care, including one entry \"Jan 10 [1752] To a large box antiscorbutick Ointm. for Mr. George Washington.\" Also includes entries \"a Visit to yr Negro wench,\" and \"Drawing a tooth for yr Negro.\" Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. Doctr. Sutherland April 27th 1752 1.6.9.,\" badly charred. Receipted on April 27, 1752 for Dr. Sutherland by [ ] Peyton.","D. Document, partly printed, laminated, torn and charred, watermark (crown). Bill for cloth, buttons, buckram, thread, etc., amounting to £2.19.","A.L.S. 1 page. Because of Capt. Wilson's situation it has been impossible to issue Lawrence's half pay--needs a new power of atty.--also asks Lawrence to send him a letter for the Secy. of War in re. his bad state of health and requesting a 12 mo. extension of his leave. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn and name L.V. Garrevink). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Anth. Stewart\".","A.D.S. Bill for [ ] amounting to £0.18.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of [ ] Morley, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown), on reverse of Richard Gore's Broadside Advertisement. Receipted by A[ur.?] Morley.","D. 1 page. Bill for gimblets, and blades and sail needles--amounting to £3.8. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (G[R])?","D. 2 pieces. An undated one-page list of over 80 persons, some well known Virginians - including Col. Fairfax, Col. Lee, and Maj. Washington - who purchased items from the estate of Lawrence Washington, George Washington's older brother. The total value of bonds and other sundries comes to 386 pounds, 10 shillings, 10 pence. Sheet is docketed on the reverse in George Washington's handwriting. The second item is a brief note, also undated, of 6 lines in an unknown hand that identifies the first item and points out George Washington's handwriting in the docketing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes to the merchant firm in London: \"You have here Inclosed a Bill of Loding for Twelve ho[gsheads] of very Choice fine Tobacco for which I hope you will render me an agreeable price. I received my Accts. Currt. the Ballance then I observe due to me £1830 = 17:10 which I believe to be Right ... \". Page has been damaged and taped.","D. 6 pages. Document, contemporary attested copy by Wm. Moss, laminated. Witnessed by Wm. Waite, Jno. North, Andrew W. Warren and Joseph Gound. Proved Sept. 26, 1752 by John Graham in Fairfax County. ","1. to be buried in a proper vault at Mt. Vernon -- 2. [Mount Vernon lands and buildings] and land on Bullskin, Frederick Co. to his wife for use during her life, and 1/2 of negroes -- 3. all real and personal property not otherwise disposed of in Virginia and Md. to go to daughter Sarah and her heirs, but in case of her death without issue: brother Augustine to receive Principio, Accokeek, Kingsbury, Lacanshire and No. East Iron works in Va. and Md., reserving 1/3 of profits to wife, and 2 tracts of land in Frederick County; George, on death of Lawrence's wife, to get all lands with improvements in Fairfax Co., and, further, during life of wife George to have use of a share of land equal to that given to Samuel, John and Charles. Remaining lands in Frederick Co. to bros. Samuel, John, and Charles (each to pay their sister Betty £150) -- in case any of the three die without issue, land to revert to Augustine. Each of brothers to receive part of remaining share of negroes and pay wife £100 sterling. -- 4. certain other properties to be sold to pay debts. (Share in Ohio Co., lands, and lots in Alexa. included, and arrears of his half pay) -- 5. Mourning ring to wife, mother in law and executors. Appoints Wm. Fairfax, George Fairfax, August. and George Washington, Majr. John Carlyle nd Nathaniel Chapman as executors.","D.S. 2 pages. A writ of examination for the release of the dower lands of Sarah Johnston to her husband George. George Washington is mentioned as still residing in King George County. Sarah Johnston was examined by George William Fairfax, Daniel McCarty and William Ramsay who all signed the document. Their seals are covered over with pieces of paper.","Plat showing the purchase of land for John Augustine Washington, acquiring 643 acres of land granted by Thomas Rutherford in Frederick (now Jefferson) County, VA. George Washington had also purchased land in Frederick County, acquiring 453 acres also from Thomas Rutherford, granted by Lord Fairfax. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed.","Received of Daniel Parke Custis executor of John Custis Esqr. deceased 25 lbs.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Sir, Ten days ago I sent an express to Governor Shirley with orders to him to meet me at Annapolis in Maryland and have desir'd. Mr. Delancy to accompany him thither:...,\" [signed] E. Braddock.","Embossed Revenue Stamp on Colonial; partially printed--3 pence revenue stamp of Massachusetts. Directs sheriff of Essex County to attach the goods or arrest Timothy Rogers of Glocester.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on reverse, \"Rect. No. 41\". Receipted August 1 1761 by Lodwick, witnessed by William Anderson and William Simms. Hardwick was overseer on Bullskin property in Frederick Co. This acct. for L7.10.3 for cattle and wheat delivered by Lodwick.","Printed by B. Franklin for 15 shillings. Pa note.","Partially printed, signed (by Charlee Thompson).\"To counterfeit is death\" on back of note.\" Painted by B. Franklin and D. Hall 1760\" on back of note. \"This bill shall pass for five pounds within the Province of Pennsylvania according to an Act of Assembly made in the 33rd year of the Riegn of King George dated the fifth day of May, 1760\".","D. 2 pages. Account - Mary Washington with Dekar, Thompson, and Cox. Purchases of supplies including food, cloth, and housewares. Torn and charred, laminated.","Form letter, printed, signed by Russell, laminated, (another form letter included on same page), included in letter of May 4, 1762, Russell to J.A.W. Informing him of new partnership between him and William Molleson--assures him of continued attention to his affairs.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received news of Col. Aug[ustine] Washington's death--[Post ?] chariot for Mrs. Bushrod being sent by ship insured--has lately taken a partner, as enclosed - [see form letters dated March 25, 1762, James Russell to John Augustine Washington; and James Russell and Molleson to John A. Washington]--sends Mr. Bushrod's acct. current. Integral cover, laminated, docketed \"The firm of James Russell and Molleson [ ] there first Letter 5 March 1762\".","Copy. Endorsed at top, \"Copy of a letter in possession of Mrs. G.W. Bassett of Hanover Co., Va. being one, of only two letters, in which Genl. Washington was known to indulge in humor\".\"Not in Writings\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington\". Letter in a humorous vein congratulating the Bassetts on the birth of another child,--comments on church-going--chides him humorously for not attending church, \"Could you but behold with what religious zeal I hye me to Church on every Lords day ...\"--state of tobacco crop.","Print document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Basketts. 1764. London.","Pennsylvania 5s denomination note. Main text runs vertically through, \"Printed by B. Franklin.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of monies received by and owing to John Carlyle, including sums relating to the estate of Lawrence Washington and to John Posey.","Small proof copy of stamp. Re: Stamp Act.","An example of a stamp required on colonial paper based on the British Parliamnet's Stamp Act. Embossed 4d, red, gem proof.","D.S. 2 pages. Document signed, fragment, laminated, torn and charred scrap of paper. Account from May 3-July 30, 1765, for snuff, Irish l[inen], silk hat, fann, etc. Account signed by [Ja]mes Buchanan.","Incomplete copy., \"revived and improved: Or, An Astronomical Diary, For the Year of our Lord Christ 1766. Calculated for the Meridian of Boston in New England, Lat. 42 Deg. 25 Min. North.\" Housed in a handmade enclosure with button tie.","A.D. 2 pages. Total of £121. 15S. received from Mr. Harvey, Richard Lee and Mr. Simpson.","Printed document , 1 page folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.D.S. 1 page. Amos Ogden (of Reading County, New Jersey) grants power of attorney to Thomas Ogden of New Sarum, Great Britain,\" ... to do whatsoever may be necessary to be done respecting some Lands in West Florida in America ...\" Witnessed by John Blagge and William [Virtue?].","D. 1 page. Document, fragment, laminated, incomplete watermark (GR). Account for 1 doz. black lead pencils, steel pencil case, pocket knife, sheep sheers, etc.---amounting to £1.7.6.","D.S. 4 pages. \"At the Court of St. James.\" Grant made to Amos Ogden, through the power of attorney given to Thomas Ogden, for 25,000 acres of land in west Florida. One of the conditions: That Amos Ogden \"do settle the Lands with foreign Protestants or Persons that shall be brought from his Magestys other Colonies in North America within ten years ...\"","Printed document, 2 pages folio, folded. Printed by Mark Baskett, Printer to the King's most Excellent Majesty; and by the Assigns of Robert Baskett. London.","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Dear Sir.\" Received receipt of acct. sales for past year--he has drawn on them for 3 sets of Exchange of £100 each--please send Miss Bushrod's invoice of goods soon for she is to be married and cannot set up house keeping without them--[paragraph blurred]--weather so cold and river frozen, so Capt. Johnstone slow in loading ship--make him insurance on 16 hhds. tobacco by Lord Camden in case of loss--[Added under date of 20 March 1769 in J.A.W.'s hand is] \"Invoice of all goods to be sent by the first ship into Rapahannock or Potomack for J. A. Washington,\" with list of things desired. On reverse is same list with prices added. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Copy of my Le[tter] and [invoice ?] [ ] Feb. 1769\", watermark (crown over encircled heraldic device and motto). Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Has sent son George to see him, so he can see cruelty with which tutor treats the children--bad wound on his head--obliged if [Hannah B. Washington would send rosewater--wishes them joy of their young son--[Bestey ?] delivered of son--needs money to pay decree against estate--entitled to interest on payments being made to her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (figure holding aloft a liberty cap, lion rampant in enclosure with motto \"Pro Patria\"), bottom part of letter is missing.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter to his sister. Since he will be secluded for 2 or 3 years from Rippon Lodge while studying law [in England] desires her to write him news of their circle of friends--is a friend of the brother of her friend Mr. Cadwalleder--supposes she has had another child by now--cautions her not to spoil it as she has done Richard--requests her to send him some good hams, pickles, Indian corn, peaches. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over powder horn, LVG, and Bell).","A.D.S. 1 page. Concerns the examination of witnesses for the court. Docketed on reverse, \"Frederick 4th of October 1771, In obedience to the sithin order we the Subscribers have Deligently Examined Thom.s Speake in behalf of the Plaintiffs witness own hands.\"","D.S. 2 pages. The bond is for 500 pounds with Warner Washington as the co-signer for Throckmorton. Signed by John Ariss, a tenant farmer of George Washington's, as a witness. The various dates of the signatures are when payments were made.","D.S. 2 pages. A bill of sale of land owned by a wife. Witnessed and signed by Samuel Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Bill, account to John Aug. Washington of loss--a broker's account for settling a loss--plus current account rendered. Autograph document, partly mutilated, laminated, endorsed \"Lord Camden(?)\", watermark (Garrevenk).","D.S. 2 pages. Evaluation of Sundries belonging to Mary Washington by Charles Washington and Fielding Lewis. Inventory with value of livestock, tools, slaves--evaluated by Fielding Lewis and Chas. Washington. Document signed, in hand of Fielding Lewis, silked, endorsed by G.W.(?), watermark (crown over heraldic shield and motto \"Honi soit qui mal y pense\").","A.D. 1 page. Indenture between Richard Simmons and Samuel Wade Magruder. 2 tracts of land called Wickhams and Pottingers discovery in Frederick Cty., Md. sold to Magruder by Simmons for £157.0 ... witnessed by Charles Jones and Andrew Heugh ... reverse side has Simmons receipt to Magruder for the money ... Jones and Heugh's statement that they have examined Mrs. Simmons' dower rights ... received and recorded Apr. 19, 1772 ... received of Magruder on Apr. 13, 1772 £0.8.0 for an Alienation fine on sd. land.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Account for 7 pr. plaid hose, black pettycoat, silk purse, pins, chrystall buttons, copper kettle, hair trunk, snuff box, etc. Autograph document signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. [Ed]ward Moore 13th October 1772,\" two sheets badly torn and burned, watermark (crown over powder horn and LVG).Receipted on Oct. 13, 1772, on second sheet by Edward Moor.","Two copies. D.S. 1 page. Assignment of bond from Samuel Washington to Phil Pendleton to be transferred to Samuel Beale. Witnessed by Samuel Washington. Later assigned to Gabriel Jones, November 1772 and then to John Lewis, February 1773. Bond for 200 pounds.","D. 1 page. Eulogy of William Nelson, given to a \"Miss Bassett\" of Eltham, written in Williamsburg. Addressed to \"Miss Bassett[at]Eltham,\" probably Elizabeth Bassett, eldest daughter of Col. Burwell Bassett of Eltham. Document, laminated, watermark (GR surmounted by a crown).","Account, widow of Augustine Washington (half brother to George Washington). Date on original catalog appears 1773 (Jan.) - 1774 (Nov.). For sundries.","\"A Crown\" issued according to act of Gen. Assembly of Pennsylvania, passed in 13th year of reign of George III--signed Jacob Harman, Mord. Lewis, Joseph Allen--No. 15454 printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.L.  2 pages. Bushfield. Also includes copy of letter from James Russell to William Carr, 12 July 1773. Docketed on reverse, \"To William Carr Esqr. Merchant in Dumfries, By favor of Mr. Stadler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment, poor condition. Account for medicines and treatment, including linement, laudanum, cordial mixture, bolus, ingredient for Glysters, etc., amounting to £ 6.18.0. Autograph document signed, laminated, a badly torn and charred scrap of paper, indecipherable watermark, docketed on reverse \"Mrs. Washington,\" and \"£6.18 4 Septr. 1774\". Date on original catalog card appears [c.1774]. Receipted by W. Mortimer.","A.D.S. Account from Sept. 1774-Feb. 1775 for sugar and codfish--£1.3.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of Benjamin Call, laminated, docketed \"Henly and Caul\". Receipted July 17, 1775 by Benjamin Call.","A.D.S 2 pages. An estate inventory of Lawrence Washington (1745-1774) -- a direct descendant of emigrant Col. John Washington and distant cousin of George Washington. The inventory includes 42 slaves (by name), cattle, and furnishings of each room. The inventory is signed by Thomas Jett and recorded by R. Bernard in Westmoreland County on December 31, 1782.","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 18 shillings for one pound of Hyson Tea. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed \"Robt. Broom £.18.0, 18th May 1774\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"-if you come to America you should come into this Province and be very cautious in buying ground; the people in this country they plow the ground that is cleared so many years together that they run it out.\"","D. 1 page. Sum of one pound promised to Burdett Ashton, executor of Anne Washington ... payable on or before this date, one yr ... bind themselves for 2 pounds ...\" Witnessed by John Ashton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges a grain measure--reports that the measure accords with his own and also with one from Baltimore--deduces that the measure then in use in [Westmoreland Co.] is inaccurate. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark incomplete (heraldic device).Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\".","A.L.S. 1 page, folded. Discusses the beginning of the Revolution. Advises James to stay in Scotland \"until the present dispute between the Parliament and America is ended.\" Continues \"-there is great preparation for war in the different provinces of this country; several skirmishes that happened; there was a battle at a place in New England called Concord ...\"","Printed enlistment broadside, signed by 17 recruits.","A.L.S. 1 page. Would have come to see her in Prince William but has been daily expecting Capt. Wood's return--has been out little because of lack of shoes--those she has are too small and cannot get any more.","D.S. List of 21 names of soldiers enlisting in the Continental Army for 1 year. Scituate, Massachusetts.","A.D.S. 1 page. A document in connection with a lawsuit over Augustine Washington's will: Alexander and Elizabeth Spotswood, Burdett and Ann Aston, and Jane Washington vs. John Augustine Washington, William Augustine Washington, and George Washington \"Infants under the Age of Twenty one Years\" [at the time of Augustine's death]. This document stipulates how George Washington's father's estate will be divided amongst the defendents and plaintiffs.","List of militia officers, including their rank, sworn in by the Committee of Westmoreland County, Virginia, including John Augustine Washington, Colonel (brother of George Washington). Document signed by J. Davenport. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mt. Pleast. Camp, South Side of James River, on my way to Norfolk. There has been an engagement between Dunmore and the Lowlanders--can tell details--postscript adds that Mr. James Lewis will act for him at division of estate [of Augustine Washington ?] and receive his part. Autograph letter signed, fragment only, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown over powder horn), directed on reverse, \"Carry this letter to Westmoreland\".","L. 4 pages. Letter, unsigned. Attributed to Rev. Abiel Leonard before the siege of Boston in 1775, has a note to return to William A. Saunders of Cambridge.","\"This BILL of SIX DOLLARS, shall entitle the BEARER hereof to receive GOLD or SILVER, at the rate of FOUR SHILLINGS and SIX-PENCE sterling per DOLLAR. . . .\"Passed by Maryland Provincial Convention. Printed by F. Green.","\"According to the Resolves of the Assembly of Pennsylvania, of the 18th day of November, in the sixteenth Year of the Reign of G.E.O. the Third. Dated at Philadelphia, the 8th Day of December, 1775.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers.","A.D.S. Receipt for slaves, cattle, etc. alotted to Ashton as his wife's [Ann Washington's] portion of estate of her father, Augustine Washington--valuation amounts to £432.3.8. Autograph document signed, in hand of John A. Washington, laminated, docketed \"Rect. B. Ashton £432.3.8, 21 decr. 1775\".Witnessed by Danl. McCarty.","A.D. 1 page. List of names, county, amount of rent, amount in arrears.","D. 1 page. \"Articles of agreement\" between Amos Ogden and Thomas Ogden include \"Robert Ogden, New York\" and \"David Ogden, New Jersey.\"","Revolutionary War Journals of James Humphrey, written partially in code, with separate marching orders and review of procedures - 4 items. A 32 page journal, the first seven pages being in code, recording information such as an encouragement to continue in the service of the state of Massachusetts, a list of men in Captain Gore's company, the rations allowed each man, the pay scale of a battalion, a copy of regimental orders, and a list of names of the men on guard duty. Attributed to James Humphrey who used the same code in anothern journal. Together with an additional 20 pages containing numerous tables such as the diameter of guns and balls, the \"composition for Fuzes of Shells of all Natures,\" how to figure the time of flight of a cannon ball, etc. Separate sheets list marching orders and instructions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mifflin, an aide-de-camp to George Washington, writes: \"General Washington has been dangerously ill -- His Complaint a perineumony. He is much better and said to be out of Danger -- His Situation has occasioned great anxiety in our Minds. The Consequences which would follow the Loss of so great a Man at this time cannot be calculated.\"","D.S. 1 page. 25 men signed or made their X to enroll for 3 months of service in the \"American Army.\" Document signed, partially printed.","A.L.S. 3 pages, docketed with two separate promissory notes. Donald Campbell writes about the war ruining his business and the need for a \"good constitution\" to get the people to believe in Independence.","This one-sixth dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Currency Note. This one-third dollar note displays a linking ring of states and sunburst design which reads: \"AMERICAN CONGRESS WE ARE ONE.\" On recto is a sundial design: \"FUGIO, MIND YOUR BUSINESS.\" \"According to a Resolution of CONGRESS passed at Philadelphia, February 17, 1776.\" Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Seven dollar Continental currency note, printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. Am ordered by G. Washington to make provisions for marching army--have ready 80,000 lb. hard bread at Woodstock--stop sending any more flower, etc. to camp--part of bread must be at Woodstock before the detachment on Wed., \"... the consequence of a failure may be fatal\"--keep it as much to yourself as possible.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Reporting the survey of the Ohio Co. 200,000/acres by Capt. Hancock Lee and Mr. Leet--they have it all in one tract on Licking Creek which falls into the Ohio 150 miles below the Scioto R. about [80] miles above the Kentucky R.--it is clear of Henderson's and the Vandalia Co. claims--\"By all Accounts it is equal to any Land on this Continent, being exceedingly rich and level.\"--charges for survey £650--each member owes £50 each he can't pay it all--men waiting for the money--puts it to him as a \"Man of Honour\" if he intends to benefit from the survey he ought to pay some portion of the charge or sell out his shares. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR), docketed, \"Geo. Mason - dated ye 12 March 1776-receivd 5th Oct. [ ] Col. R. Lee, delivered ye [ ] to R. McKeldon\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Mason\".","One shilling note, emitted by a law of colony of New Jersey passed March 25, 1776, signed by Robt. Smith, Jonathan Deare, and John Smythe. Printed by Isaac Collins, Burlington, New Jersey.","Printed document 1 page. Broadside signed by John Jay [then President of Congress] with instructions to the Commanders of the Private Ships or Vessels of War, instructing then that they will have Commissions of Letters of Marque and Reprisal, authoring them to make Captures of British Vessels and Cargoes.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt of a list of bonds due George William Fairfax. Collected by Lund Washington and received by Craven Payton. Docketed on reverse by George Washington: \"Craven Payton receipt for Bonds - taken at the sale of Colo Fairfax's Furniture etc., 7th April 1776.\"","Continental currency note for three dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Letter or journal entry written from Montreal, Canada on May 24, 1776 with sketched map of Lake Champlain on the back. Describes movement and condition of troops and arms of the Northern Department, some have smallpox and fever. It is unknown who the creator is but was at one time attributed to David Avery. References Benedict Arnold.","Warrant written to Ebenezer Hancock the Deputy Paymaster General of the USA to Pay to David Townsend, Surgeon of the 6th Regiment, a refund of 23 pounds 7 shillings for smallpox medicines he purchased for the 6th regiment. Signed by Artemas Ward and Joseph Ward.","A.D.S. 1 page. Fragmented document is signed, laminated, docketed \"Rect. No. 101 Wm. Hunter £5.8.9, 21st Augt. 1776\". Receipted by Wm. Hunter. Bill for Irish linen, cotton cards, and thread, amounting to £5.8.9.","Continental currency note for five dollars signed by B. [Benjamin] Levy and Thomas Donnellan. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page, writing on both sides. Amos Ogden of New Jersey agrees to give Thomas Ogden one-fifth of any land which the latter, acting as attorney, can recover from an apparent dispute of a land grant in West Florida.","A.L.S. 1 page. From Princeton, New Jersey. Addressed on the verso. Written in the hand of Major Aaron Burr, Aide-De-Camp to Putnam. In the letter, Putnam defends one of his soldiers being charged with misconduct saying that he is reliable and has taken General Washington's Oath of Fidelity. Putnam also orders scouting parties to be kept as close to the enemy as possible.","2nd Company 1st Regiment Connecticut Militia--Lists categories for Capt. Camps's 42 men, shows which soldiers are sick, absent, discharged, dead, or deserted. Return - Connecticut Militia.","D.S. 1 page. Commission for Benedict Arnold to serve as Major General, signed by John Hancock.","Document, signed, 1 page, folded, writing on two sides. Town meeting voted to establish the hospital according to law. Dr. Daniel Parker and Dr. Nathaniel Cook were the physicians in charge.","A.D.S. Autograph document signed, in hand of Lund Washington, Harper's name signed with X, laminated, docketed. Receipt for 20 shillings for making ten pairs of \"negro shoes\" for General Washington's people.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Memorial presented to Congress relating to widows of foreign officers. Letter to George Washington is enclosed. See letter of 1777 October 6. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark (encircled fleur-de-lis surmounted by crown). [Letter to G.W. is enclosed--see letter of Oct. 6, 1777, Baron Holtzendorf to G.W.].","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary Act during the reign of George III repealed the Boston Port Act of Massachusetts.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act repealing the Sugar Act.","Printed document, 2 pages. Parliamentary act discontinuing the Duties on Cotton-wool, the Growth and Product of the British Colonies or Plantations in America, exported from this Kingdom.","Collection of receipts ranging from 1778-1795. Twenty-five items mostly relating to Betty Washington Lewis for the period of her widowhood. Includes payment for stockings, property taxes, her sons' tuition, linen, a copper kettle, and a statement of \"Debt, interest and payments on two Bonds ... from John Wayman, Edward Snickers and William Brady to Col. Fielding Lewis.\" In Mylar enclosures.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Promises on penalty of £10,000 to give him title to land in King and Queen County soon as possible. Pay purchase money to James Hill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Alexa.\", docketed \"Title Papers - John P. Custis' Lre. directing payment of money for King and Queen Estate to Jams. Hill and engaging a title to J.H. - Mem - Deed is recorded in the Genl. Court.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. A notice of the election of Philip Smith, Joseph Lane, and Fleet Cox to act as Tax Commissioners for Westmoreland County; \"freely and Indifferently\" elected by Freeholders and Housekeepers. Signed by John Augustine Washington (1736-1787; brother of George Washington), Richard Lee, and Thomas Chilton.","Autograph letter, signed. Letter written from Bushrod Washington, to his mother, Hannah Bushrod Washington, about his time in Fredericksburg.","This broadside was used as an advertisement to help fund engravings of Robert Edge Pine's painting that celebrated the American cause. It is filled out by Pine in manuscript on behalf of George William Fairfax who bought and sponsored five prints. Paid by George William Fairfax and signed by Robert Edge Pine","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.","D.S. 1 page. Partially printed document. Loyalty oath, signed at Valley Forge by Moses Greenleaf, captain of a Foot Company. \"I Moses Greenleaf Capt. In ... do acknowledge the United States of America to be Free ... \".","Colonel John Augustine Washington, by orders of his Excellency the governor, instructs the militia of Westmoreland County to assemble at the county courthouse for the purposes of a draft of one third of the militia 'held in readyness at a  moments warning.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter by Washington's aide-de-camp requesting Clement Biddle's horse for Martha Washington, who wants to \"ride a short distance that day.\"","Continental currency note, eight dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, sixty dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","Continental currency note, seven dollars. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","D.S. 1 page. A Return of the 10th Company of the 3rd Regiment of Militia in the County of Worcester. Company strength report. Marginal note to the section that separates soldiers by race is \"Quakers 3.\" Document signed, partially printed.","Bill for 3 pieces of handkerchief, 15 yds. in each for £45.0.0.","Continental currency note, thirty-five dollars. This note was supposedly found in Washington's desk after his death and had been in General Nicholas Fitzhugh's family until its donation. Printed by Hall and Sellers, Philadelphia.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I have the Deed from the General [George Washington] for the Land you bought of the [\"Romankoke,\" a plantation in King and Queen County, Va.] ... It was executed at Camp [Valley Forge] ... I neglected to get a Deed from Me to you, as I was not able to have the Deed from The Genl. to Me recorded.\" GW had originally purchased the property for his step-son, who then wished to sell it to Henry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Rodney releases Joseph Purden of mortgage. Total £97.5.2.","D. 3 pages. Enlistment form. Descriptive list of 100 recruits from Massachusetts Bay enrolled in Continental Army for nine months. It lists hometown, country, age, stature, complexion, and time of arrival. Two men stand out: Charles Ralf, an Indian and Cato Brewer, a \"Negro\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter from the Marquis de Lafayette to an \"Dear Sir,\" discussing a soldier's need to leave the militia. Describes difficulties and frustrations felt by George Washington and Congress due to foreigners seeking appointments in American Army.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry to hear of Col. [John A.?] Washington's illness--Bushrod [Smith?] has been ill, also Fanny [Smith?]--Betsy is weak. Autograph letter signed, mounted.(Philip Smith's wife, Elizabeth, or Betsy, seems to have been Mrs. John A. Washington's sister).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act - \"An act to allow the Exportation of Provisions, goods, wares, and merchandise, from Great Britain, to certain towns, Ports or Places in North America ...\" which are or may be under the Protection of \"His Majesty's Arms.\" Printed by Charlee Eyre and William Strahan, London.","D. 1 page.  An invitation to Canadians to join France in aiding the United States against the British--appeals to their common French blood, recent ties with France asks them to set up their own government and join the confederacy of 13 states. Printed document, laminated, watermark (fleur de lis), printed in French, endorsed in later hand \"Sent by LaFayette to Washington Presented to the Assoc. by Mr. Herbert.\"","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding trade in the East Indies.","Printed document, 4 pages. Parliamentary act regarding the sugar trade in America and Great Britain. Printed by Charles Eyre and William Strahan, London.","A.L.S. 2 pages. An explanation of the division of a quantity of corn between Mr. Kercheval and Mr. Snickers, and other farm business. Also advice to his son about a purchase of land from Mr. Butler.","A.D. 1 page. Extract of law passed in New Jersey relating to certification of cattle and sheep.\" That no Certificates for Cattle, Swine, Sheep, or other Provisions, seized by the Army shall be paid by the Contractors, unless the same shall be Certifyed under the hand of his Excellency the Commander in Chief of the Army, or of some other person by his Order.\" Autograph document, laminated, docketed on reverse, \"Morris Town 23d Decr 1780 from Joseph Lewis Contractor Morris County - ansd 29h.\"","Continental currency note, North Carolina, twenty-five dollars. Printed by J. Davis.","Re: John French's bond due Tayloe and Washington. \"On the 19th of May One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Mr. John French offered to pay off his bond Due Tayloe and Washington, which I refused the money being of so little value. - Lund Washington.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Voucher for pay. Issued to Lebbeus \"Libeus\" Qui, a freed slave who fought in the Revolution from Connecticut. There is some reference saying that he was not freed until 1777 by Daniel Brewster.","A.L.S. 1 page. Written in cipher and partially decoded by Jay.","Continental currency note, three dollars. Rhode Island and Providence Plantation. Guaranteed by the United States; fully signed face and back.","Continental currency note, Virginia, sixty dollars. Printed on thin rice paper.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Price's management of his [farms], including agreement on terms and duties--payment of Bob Alexander. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"No. 1, Relates to the Agt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. P. Custis.\"","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, Connecticut. Recruitment into the Continental Army. \"An Act for filling up and compleating this State's Uuota of the Continental Army.\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Thomas Griggs, tenant on George Washington's lands in Berkely--he wants new lease--J.A.W. recommends him as collector for G.W.'s rents in the area--Col. David Kennedy, Pa. farmer, has taken over one of General's leases--\" ... a person who employed Lands in farming agreeable to the pensilvany method I should think would be the most agreeable tenants\"--in Berkeley for Mrs. [Hannah Bushrod] Washington's health--lame horses prevent visit to sister [Betty Lewis] in Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","Continental currency note, Virginia, three hundred dollars.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside, \"Resolved by this Assembly, That for the defence of the posts of Horseneck, and other parts of this State, there be immediately raised five hundred and seventy-five able-bodied effective men...\" George Wyllys, Secretary.","D.S. 1 page. List of Slaves Returned by the British Army. The list of slaves shows those who left with the British Ship the HMS Savage after it stopped about Mount Vernon. The slaves are individually described. They were taken from George Washington by Captain Richard Graves in 1781. On reverse: \"A list of General Washington negroes that went to the British, 1781.\" Signed by Lund Washington.","D. 2 pages. Accounts of various goods of an ordinary nature.","A French Intelligence map of New York Harbor with soundings of the East River, Hell Gate and the western end of Long Island Sound. Additionally the map denotes anchorages, dangerous rocks, shore fortifications as well as several named landmarks including \"Red hook Fort\", \"New York [City]\", \"gouverneur island\", \"frogs pte\", \"White Stone\", \"Sandy pte\", \"West chester\", as well as \"Riviere du nord\", \"New Jersy\", and \"partie du ouest Dela Longue isle\". Over that section of Long Island is a lengthy commentary including a detailed description of the hazards navigating \"hell gette\".","The letter is a request to \"his most Christian Majesty\" for help to secure the Chesapeake from British naval raids that had rendered it impossible to export the \"Tobacco, flour and other produce of this State and Virginia\". The senders may possibly be Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, George Plater, President of the Senate and William Bruff, Speaker of the House. The recipient is not identified other than as the Minister of France. 4 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: Payment of debt to John Augustine.","A translation of a letter, likely written by Ledyard, William(?). Ledyard writes to Destouches supplying intelligence on disposition of the British fleet at Gardiner's Bay including a small map showing the various ships in line relative to the shoreline. The report notes the presence of eight vessels ranging in strength from 50-74 guns. 2 pages.","Autograph letter, signed by Ledyard dated March 1, 1781. Ledyard writes an eyewitness report on the disposition of \"the British Fleet in Gardiners Bay,\" observing that \"there has been more or less of the small ships moving out and in almost every day, have this moment taken a full View of the Fleet in the Bay with a good glass the weather being very clear find there is the same Number of Ships of the Line as there was when I wrote last some of which appear to have altered their Station in the Line.\" He also notes the appearance of something that looked like a floating battery but no shore batteries.","Continental currency note, Pennsylvania, three pence. Printed by John Dunlap.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certificate for impressing 2 of Fielding Lewis's horses for Lafayette--witnessed by Capt. Richd. Young, A.D.Q.M. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated. Their value sworn to (100 £) by Will McWilliams and Henry Armistead.","Continental note, Virginia, five hundred dollars. Printed by John Dunlap.","Barras writes a letter to Destouches authorizing him to take \"Le Neptune, L'Eveille and Le Romulus\" to cover the arrival of a convoy from Boston that was escorting two frigates to Newport: \"For this purpose he will cross between Rhode Island and Martha's Vineyard, being sure as much as possible to preserve the facility of entering Rhode Island if the enemy were to present themselves in superior force\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: siege of Yorktown and supplies of cannons, balls, etc.","Estate of Samuel Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. \"The Sale of the Estate of Colo. Samuel Washington Decd. is on the following terms ... 1. the Highest bidder to be the purchaser ... 3. all under 30 [lbs.] is ready Cash ... 5. ten percent discount will be allowed for ready Cash.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1781]. Signed by Samuel's brothers, John Augustine and Charles and James Nourse.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Humorous chatty letter--she has little time to write--\"... he says he has often heard I was married and for fear you should have the same intelligence and put some faith in it, be assured no such thought has ever enter'd my Head as yet nor do I believe ever will ... \"--compliments to Genl. [Greene]. Autograph letter signed, incorrectly docketed \"Mrs. Custis March 23, 1780\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis\". Date on original catalog card appears [1782]? March 23.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"... your worthy Unkles politeness and attention to your Education fills our breasts with the warmest sentiments of Gratitude, you were happy indeed to meet with him, as it has not only been the means of lessing your immediate expences to me ... but as it also produced to you the advantage of good advise from so able a Friend, and an introduction that will command you the attention of the best Company ...\"--don't spend time executing commissions for Virginia friends--goes to Berkeley--send account of his expenses every 2 months. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears as [1782] [April 1]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington\". (This letter is on the same paper with letter from Hannah Bushrod Washington to Bushrod Washington, dated the same).","A.D.S. 1 page. Inventory of Daniel Matthew's estate that includes household and personal items, farm animals, and tools. This document is signed by Thomas Washington, John Weaver, and Joseph Moxley.","Autograph letter signed. Blindstamped \"Archives de Chastellux.\" Rochambeau writes about Washington's plans for the 1782 campaign and news from Europe.","D.S. 2 pages. Bond. \"We James Crane, John Crane and Ephraim Washington do promise to pay to John Augt. Washington, Charles Washington or James Nourse as executors to the estate of Sam[uel] Washington dec[eased] ... the sum of one Hundred and Eighteen Pounds Six Shillings ...\" on or before April 3, 1783. On verso, John A. Washington endorses the bond.","A.L.S. Capt. Walley requested 3 Hogsheads of good rum to be used by officers on board the Barges. Additionally want 3 Hogsheads more of Brandy or the money to purchase it locally to get a cheaper price and better quality brandy.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. French won't exchange her land tract for tract--\"Mrs. Dulany and myself will give the Reversion of the Dogue Creek Land for Dow and Co Land Tract for Tract.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover marked \"By Abraham\", laminated, docketed in later hand \"From Benj. Dulany about land for G.W.\" in pencil, watermark (MW). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Dulany\". (See letter of same date, Lund W. to G.W.)","A.D.S. 1 page. Bond for 500f. posted by John Washington on his appointment as Sheriff of Westmoreland County. William Washington is a cosigner on the bond. This John Washington is probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Account book owned by George Lewis, Washington's nephew. Mostly an account of items purchased. Small quarto, 39 folio pages.","A.D. 1 page. \"Pay Table Office Jan'y 8th 1783,\" with balances due to each person and sum totals.","A.L.S. 1 page. Family news, fears he has little hope for once Papa \"determines he never changes,\" Sally will write and tell all, her family is well, monthly balls at Alexandria and some private ones, expects to remain single.","A.L.S. 1 page. Humphreys, aide-de-camp to Washington, describes Washington's reaction to a remonstrance of the state of Vermont.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Retained copy. \"Judge Bushrod Washington to whose Mother this letter is addressed very largely won the esteem of my Aunt. I remember him well, as when holding court in Phila. he always dined on Sundays with her. I was always taken there to dine on Sunday too as a child. Thus I remember my father delighted to teaze my aunt by saying Wright's picture of Genl. Washington was badly painted, when she invariably appealed to Judge Washington who always sustained her in asserting it was an admirable likeness.\" Although she has never met [Mrs. H. Washington,] she writes telling her of the esteem in which she holds her son Bushrod--gives character of Bushrod, uncorrupted despite luxurious atmosphere of Phila.--Bushrod very naive about reading character.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Continental officer Prentice Bowden writes from Clarkstown, NY saying he will be prevented from attending a meeting called but assents to the wishes of his fellow soldiers and accepts \"the Commutation agreeable to the resolve of Congress.-\"","A.N.S. 1 page. A statement concerning building a bridge \"over the water course where Robinsons Mill formerly Turners was situated ... the said Bridge was set up to the lowest bidder price 900 lbs Crop Tobacco.\" Signed by John Washington, most likely the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786.","Bushrod Washington writes to Hannah Washington, apologizing to his mother for not writing and thanking her for her letters. He writes about the summer heat and in an attempt to escape to country breezes befriends a family outside of the city. He inquires whether his mother has received a letter from Mrs. Powel [Elizabeth Willing Powel] and expresses his continued and growing affection for her and Mr. Powel. He mentions that Mrs. Powel can be quite frank with him especially his choice in 'cloaths' and replaced his newly acquired watch string with a more elaborate style. He will send his portrait [by Henry Benbridge] to her when it is safe to do so by water conveyance. He is quite proud of the painting and claims, \"it is said by all who see it, to be amongst the finest pieces of painting in Philadelphia.\" It cost him £18.10. Autograph letter signed 4 pages.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, \"the most Unhappy woman in the world\".","A.L.S. Bushfield. Letter regarding a land sale. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Washington\". Date on original catalog card appears as [1783][Sept.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Earlier letter miscarried--her anxiety over him--pleased at improved health, but fears he is too optimistic--Dr. Stuart thinks he should winter in West Indies--\" ... if you do not get well by being on Rhodeisland I hope South Carolina wou'd do as well as the West indies and I cannot bear the idea of your being exposed to the Sea this time of the year\"--came to welcome aunt and the General home, but they haven't come yet--spends time with Mrs. L[und] W.--Mrs. Custis with sister in Md. who suffers from unfortunate love affair--[Fanny] and Dr. [D.] Stuart to accompany Mrs. Custis down country--Mrs. Custis to marry Dr. Stuart--wants to see him--\"I only pray that it may be the will of Heaven that we shou'd. be happy together.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by George A. W-n incorrectly \"1st Sept. 1784\"","D. 1 page. Document, in hand of J[ohn] Herndon, fragment, laminated, docketed, charred by fire. Receipted by J. Herndon. Bill of 2 blankets, amounting to 16 shillings,  to \"Mrs. Washington.\" Unknown if Martha or Mary Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Bargain stated for sale of Thomas Washington's black horses, amounting in all to £150.","A.D.S. 1 page. A bill of sale whereby Edward Hughes of Kirkston Parish sells a male slave (named Sam) to his daughter Elizabeth Rudolph. The document is signed by John Washington (probably the great-grandson of Lawrence Washington the immigrant; b.1729-1786), Constant Washington (probably his wife), and Louisa F. Washington (possibly his daugter). Recorded in Westmoreland County on August 31, 1784 by R. Bernard.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt signed by John Cook for 100 dollars for a white horse sold to Major Washington.","A.N.S. 1 page. Lund offers to pay Col. John Fitzgerald for the Waggon [sic] and four horses he just received. Autograph note signed, [fragment]. Col. Fitzgerald was a prominent Alexandrian.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Received letter day after G.W. left Phila.--praise of G.W.--\"Few in his situation after having so successfully played a Game for their Country but would have played an after Game for themselves--her little god daughter (Mrs. F's child)--mourns her own lost children--invitation to visit Phila.--compliments of season \u0026 New Year.","D.S. 3 pages. Conveys \"All that plantation now in possession of the said Penelope French called the Dogue Run plantation in Fairfax County, and adjoining the land of the Immortal George Washington and a number of slaves thereon\" for an annual rent of \"One hundred and thirty six pounds Gold and Silver, Dollars at six Shillings and half Joes at forty eight shillings ...\" Document signed, laminated, docketed \"A Lease from Penelope French and Benjamin Dulany to John Robertson January 1st 1784,\" 3 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Penelope French, Benj. Dulany and John Robertson - witnessed by Going Lanphier and Robert Lanphier. Some marginal notes in handwriting of George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses disruption of business because of inclement weather; sale of Bushrod's hogsheads; disposition of his books.","A.N. 1 page. A bill from William A. Washington (1757-1810; George Washington's nephew) to the estate of Richard Muse for the hiring of \"negro Ceasar\" by Muse's overseer William Smith.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Will procure glasses for her, but regrets she needs them--post is surest way to send letters--many guests, but has been out little--\"Extensive connections and supposed large Fortunes, have their consequent Appendages tho not always of the most agreeable sort.\"--her goddaughter (Mrs. F.'s child). Autograph letter signed, docketed in another hand. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz Powel.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Has posted advertisements on General's lands that George Washington intends to assert his claims there. Settlers there alarmed.","Hermitage. Letter discussing sales of various goods, and slaves.","D.S. 1 page. In writing of and docketed by William Augustine Washington. Received by the hands of James Nivison £ 6 in payment for self and William Butler.","Receipt. D.S. 1 page. Document signed, fragment, docketed on back, \"Majr Burdett Ashton's Rect for his Wifes and his proportion of my Brother George Washington's Legacies,\" incomplete watermark. For \"every Claim wch I have against the Estate of Augustine Washington decd as well on the Acct of the Legacy left my Wife an also my proportion of Legacy by the Death of Mr. George Washington decd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushfield. Re: Shipment of Bushrod's chest and other goods from Philadelphia.","Autograph letter signed in French. Paris. Chastellux writes of the departure of the Marquis de Lafayette to America. He imagines the scene if he, instead of Lafayette, might return to America and visit with Washington. He reminisces about the weeks spent at Albany and Saratoga during the Revolution and follows with a postscript regarding Madam Carter now Madam Church.","A.N.S. 1 page. I.O.U. from Washington to Booth, of Maryland, for \"Forty Guineys.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks Col. Fitzgerald to convey to her sons at Mount Vernon, with as much expediency as possible, the enclosed information. Re: Bushrod Washington's personal affects.","D. 1 page, in hand of Gart. Tho[mpson], fragment, badly charred and mutilated, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark (indistinguishable). Bill from John Kea[ ] to Mary Washington for [£2.5.0].","D.S. Receipt for £5.0.0. pd. in full by W. A. Washington--signed with C. Highlander's mark and witnessed by Jenny [Mrs. Jane ?] Washington. Docketed \"Charles Highlander's Rec. £ 5.0.0.,\" laminated.","D.S. 2 pages. Agreement for Whiting to make repairs on his dwelling house, pay taxes, not allow servants and other stipulations on a certain tract (unclear as to location). Crane is making the agreement on behalf of George Augustine Washington. Whiting lived at Snow Hill on Bull Run in Prince William County.","A.L. 1 page. Letter in a humorous vein, chiding him for not writing--sends a book which she once recommended for his perusal--sends him fur gloves because \"the Severity of the last Winter may have operated so violently on his Herculean Hands, as to have numbed his fingers,\" thus preventing writing. Autograph letter, docketed in Mrs. P.'s hand, watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn), written in 3rd person. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Account of Col. John Augustine Washington with the London agent Messer's deDrusina, Ridder, and Clerk. The account ledger includes items such as tools, shoes, clothing, dishes, cutlery, sewing . 1 sheet, 4 pages of implements, nails, snuff boxes, sugar, fabric, spectacles, and Hyson tea. Autograph document signed, 4 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Can write oftener now--post leaves regularly--everyone sick--Miss Butler Thornton died of sore throat--Fanny's health improved by nursing George--sending Betsy to Fredericksburg for education--[Fanny is his wife and G.A.W.'s sister]--house not finished--has partnership in store at Germana--hopes to complete mills by winter next year--advises G.A.W. to build store or warehouses on his land--\" ... anythg. is preferable to an Estate in Land and negroes, which are not only unprofitable, but vexatious and troublesome\"--should sell land for certificates--Col. [Wm.] Washington wrote that G.A.W. was well.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G. A. W.Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. integral cover, New York, watermark. Docketed \"Excellency Richard Henry Lee President of the Honorable Continental Congress.\"  Re apprehension and publication of private letters abroad concerning public credit, and shows the necessity of \"immediate vigourous measures for supplying the Treasury of the United States...\" Note at bottom indicates 13 copies made and sent.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Fox Neck. Letter by Maj. Jones--read in paper account of arrival in Charleston and health is restored--he should go to Sweet Springs in June - Oct.--\"A Virginia Estate is attended with such care, anxiety, and trouble, that it will in some measure prevent our Ease and Happiness ...\"--has rented out \"Traveller's Rest\" with stock, etc. to Mr. Young, an English farmer--lays off farm in equal lots of 40 A. with ditches and fencing--\"From this I shall get somethg. certin, and my Posterity will have a pretty Farm in such perfection as will require but few slaves to manage it.\"--intends same for all his property--Sam.[G.A.W.'s brother] bought wagon and will visit soon--will go to Sweet Springs to improve wife's health--G.A.W.'s lots in good condition--has received no rents for him--Callender should collect them--the Magnolia are produced from the Seed which are contained in Cones ...\"--will go to Botonast nearby to get information and some seeds. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd 1st Apl. 85\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fredericksburg. Concern for G.A.W.'s health--should he need any cash, call on his friend Mr. Wm. Crafts--\"your core and filtering stone came same to hand and is in my store.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., \"Recd. 1st Apl. 85\", watermark (FA). Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Capt.] E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Spotsylvania City. His letter not received--death of his baby [George] of the humour in his head--\" ... the old Lady (Mrs. Washington [Mary]) not long ago had a violent fall from her steps wch had nearly broke her arm. It is now getting so yd. she has some little use of it.\"--Col. Jno. Thronton will let G.A.W. have horse on good terms--rents--Capt. Callender expects him to draw upon him and his friends--goes to Sweet Springs if he can raise money--hopes to complete his race, dam and saw mill--all in Berkeley are well--will go there with Col. [Chas.] Washington--elections at Stafford--Garrett and Brent elected--Maj. Dick dead and John Lewis near death at Dr. [David] Stuart's--Miss Spriggs married Jno. Mercer and Brent to Miss Ambler. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Ball\".","A.L.S. 3 pages. Charleston. Earliest ship for Va. is next Thursday for Fredericksburg--ship for Phila. or N.Y. will arrive shortly--will engage staterooms on this for G.A.W.--Phila. newspapers just arriving on ship. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (GR surmounted by crown and powder horn).","A.L.S. 1 page. Acknowledges letter telling of his son's death--[Capt. Alexander Spotswood Dandridge]--what to do with land intended for his son--bring grandson to Hanover--does she have coat buttons of Scotch thistle which his son had?--he promised to wear them for friend's sake--weak from spell of gout.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (Armed woman and rampant lion with motto Pro Patria GSB). Name on original manuscript appears as \"N. W. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Charleston. Ship bearing Major Jones leaves for Va. Thursday, barring possibility of freight for other parts of continent--tell Major Jones nothing has been heard of his friend [Gile ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Received letter covering several others to forward--will visit [Mt. Vernon] shortly--tell Mr. Lewis he will see him tomorrow or next day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover (in different hand), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Callender.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. On board the sloop Unity. Unable to pay house rent which is due--encloses £6 and promises rest soon to be paid to Capt. Callender--is doing some ship's carpentry work at present. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rich. Kenney.\"","D.S. 1 page. Torn. Sale by the Lees, husband and wife, to Washington and Smith of Burnt House, Old Quarter and Forest plantations, approx. 2600 acres in all. Burnt House tract located just south of Bushfield, home of JAW. A trustee signs for JAW. Witnessed by Hannah, Mildred, and Bushrod Washington, among others.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. His flour hasn't come yet--will be taken care of when it does--will inform gentlemen desirous of purchasing corn that he has some--lists prices current on flour, etc.--tobacco shipped by Mr. Stoddard. Autograph letter signed, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Herbert.\" Poor condition, badly torn.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning correspondence with George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Charles City, Virginia. Edloe has bond of Bernarde Moor's, signed as security by Lawrence Washington--requests payment from Lawrence Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Left word on leaving town that debt to G.A.W. was to be paid, but business interfered--Bundle at Mrs. Maury's--bundle of boots will come by next stage--is he married?--brother and sister going to springs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Mr. [Long?] left $55. with Mr. Watson for him--forwards bundle by stage--his brother is at Hobbs Hole [Tappahannock]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., laminated, watermark, directed \"by care of Josiah Watson Esq. with a Bundle.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Armistead.\"","D.S. 1 page. Benjamin Franklin's account with artist Jean Antoine Houdon for expenses and work done. Includes an order with Monsieur Jefferson.","Fragment, 1 page, docketed. Promise to pay £3. Signed by Throckmorton; witnessed by Ferdinand Washington, [son of Samuel Washington].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Studley, Hanover City. Ill health and business prevent his coming [to wedding of Geo. A. W. with Fanny Bassett]--will send carriage for them to spend Christmas with them--family at Studley sends regards. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends £25, balance of Mr. Matthew Whiting's rent--unable to pay £35 on his own rent until Nov. [sublet of farm from Whiting].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane.\"","Bill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves..\" Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by \"John Augt. Washington\" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Could not procure the silk for Mrs. [Fanny] Washington--hasn't the cash due G.A.W.--first cash he can get he will send--congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docket by G.A.W., marked \"care of Mr. Josiah Watson.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Congratulations on his marriage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., broken red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Le Mayeur\". [Dr. Le Mayeur was a French dentist; Gen. Washington was one of his patients].","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends £5 due on rent, but cannot pay more until later--congratulations on marriage--and improvement of health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W. [At bottom of page is a list of money sent].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Williamsburg. His neglect in writing--\"I will take the liberty of enquiring into your feats of sportsmanship for I expect if you have ever been able to rise soon enough to execute your threats the poor ducks have been slain by thousands.\" --tell G.W. honey locust seed can be got at Eltham this year. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Berkeley City. Sends £35 in consignment of rent due by M. Whiting, tho he can hardly spare it--give Mr. McCray of Alexandria, the bearer, a receipt--\"for the aforesaid rent due from Mr. Matthew Whiting for the year 1785.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., marked \"Hand by Mr. M Cray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ja. Crane\". [Lists kinds of money sent in payment].","A.L.S. 1 page. Happy Retreat, near Charles Town. Congratulations on marriage--family is well--Mr. Crowe's money to be paid--saw G.A.W.'s property advertised in paper in Genl.'s name in Fredericksburg--Mr. John Briscoe desires to buy Whiting's place--write by Mr. McCray who comes to spend winter with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"Hon'd by Mr. McCray.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Cha. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. An order for household articles--2 large Dutch blankets, not torn in two--clamps, bed cord, brads, large common plate buttons, one pair large leather shoes or pumps, one pair large callimanco, cupboard locks, one hank of silk \"near the pattern sent\", \"one hank of deep green\", long bent horn comb. [Enclosed is a scrap of silk mounted on paper]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Regarding the management of the Principio Company property belonging to William A. Washington, who inherited the property from his father Augustine (George Washington's half-brother). Russell is manager and iron-master of the Principio Company. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Inquires price of land and lots in [Fredericksburg] advertised in paper--intends buying if price is right--will give good bonds--answer by next stage. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., directed \"To the care Mr. Wm. Hunter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. B. Chew.\"","Account - D.S. 1 page. Account from Oct. 1786-May 1789 amounting to £11.0.4 for iron work, shoeing wheels, ox chains, repairing old stock bands, etc. Credit given of £7.18.0 for 39 1/2 baskets of wheat. Document signed, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Acct. Mr. J. Hill for Mrs. Washington\".Account sworn to on Aug. 13, 1790 by Chas. C[aller ?] and receipted by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 10 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Messieurs Henderson, Ferguson, and Gibson.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Blenheim. Has heard of attachment on Md. estate of his father [Augustine W.] in consequence of a claim against Nivison--requests Mr. Cracroft to hire lawyer to fight it--bearer has briefs of case. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed \"Mr. Washington's papers delivered by Mr. Craycroft,\" marked \"fav. by Mr. Spencer Carter,\" watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. George A. Washington agrees to rent to John Lewis \"the Lotts inclosed within the [ ] on which H. Armistead now resides for the sum of Seventy five Pounds ...\" Lewis also agrees to certain repairs to a dwelling house, stable and kitchen. Witnessed by a Mr. Ball. Signed and docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Gundin Chapin and Co. to George Augustine Washington. 1/2 doz. screws [1] pr Brass hinges, 500 no. 5 springs. Autograph document signed, in hand of Aquila Brown, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1786] July 17. Receipted by Aquila Brown for Gundin Chapin and Co.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Safe arrival at G. W.'s--be sure the General gets good Sanfine seed which he is ordering--get a \"Clever Lille Desant plow which must go with out a weeal for the land is not Level and to be shoor to make him Light and Desant and be Shoor to make him turn the works well ...\"--describes plows in use at Mt. V.--doesn't want wife to come yet, for he may not stay past his year--land poor, plows poor, farm instruments poor--wages and terms of General's are good--dislikes negroes--\"tese Black Peope I am Rather in Danger of being posind among them ...\"--wife can decide about coming--look after his children--General sold good sheep for 40/ \"a pes of thar money.\"--.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarks. [Bloxham was an English farmer who came to serve as farmer and manager of some activities at Mount Vernon. Peacey was his sponsor].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Congratulations on birth of another [daughter]--reflections on the role of women in educating children, and the education they need--wishes to have spent more time on improving mind than person--\"I have not a doubt that the General's visit to Chatham was productive of as much Pleasure to him as to you. I am sorry that you have Reason to think his native Climate does not so well agree with him as ours. In all probability his Destination will be Virginia. and sure I am that his Inclination and Attachments are decidedly for that State. When you see him present my Comps. he is one of my best Friends and Favorites.\"--family matters--too much rain for grain. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed in Mrs. Powel's hand, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","D.S. 1 page. The bond is for 67 pounds sterling.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relating to a suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks. Sent a copy of Augustine Washington's will for the use of Stone as a legal representative in a Maryland suit.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod W. delivers letter and documents relatinig to suit being brought against the estate of Augustine W.--his illness prevents attendance--gives some details of the defence--Bushrod will give security for him. Autograph letter signed, cover, laminated, docketed \"Forrest Stoddert vs. Washington,\" watermarks.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send crimson or blue silk to face flannel waistcoat for the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Malbro. Would quarrel with Mr. W[ashington] for not allowing her to visit them--will bring missil or send it by first opportunity--best love to all at Mt. Vernon--a kiss to her godddaughter--Sally [Sarah Offitt Craufurd] can almost walk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, incomplete, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.D. 28 pages. Rutherford's survey for land owned by George Augustine Washington near Charles Town in Berkeley County, Virginia (now West Virginia). Survey of this tract after it was split and bequested to G.A.W.'s sons, George Fayette and Charles Augustine. The sons, in turn, rented their properties to Peter Cockrell and Garland Moore, respectively. Includes list of 10 slaves Cockrell rented along with land and accounts of expenses and produce of the Berkeley Farm.","A.D.S. 1 page. Thompson agrees to \"furnish Major George [A.] Washington with Thirty Barrills of Indian Corn to be delivered at his place in the Month of March next, ...\" or to freight it to General Washington's mill if that is G.A.W.'s wish. If he fails in this obligation, 40 pounds Virginia currency is due.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends packet which Gen. Washington sent to him--quotes from G.W.'s letter telling of desire of his farmer [Bloxham] to bring wife and children over to America--ship sails from London to place near G.W's seat in Feb.--if passage is desired for her must be paid in advance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, post mark \"A1, 17\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. London. Thanks for present of a hare--has booked passage for Mrs. Bloxham and 2 children--\" ... the Vessell goes very near Gen. Washingtons Landing so that Mrs. Bloxham has not far to travel\"--costs of passage--bring bedding for ship's cabin--\"Goods and cloaths in Virginia as they mostly come from hence are very dear, therefore it woud be necessary for her to Lay in a good Stock of them ...\"--seeds will go by same boat--these will be sent to warehouse or counting house first--if Mrs. Bloxham changes her mind let him know. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Welch.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Dr. Craik brings a shoe--send a pair or two at Lowry's of purple morroco of same size--also a pr. or 2 of red--Mrs. Washington will send back ones not suiting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark (HB).","A.D.S. 2 pages. Survey and plat of 1121-acre tract owned by George Augustine Washington near Charleston in the county of Berkeley.\" About 250 acres of the ... tract is cleared ...\"","D.S. 2 pages. Renewal of an agreement made December 25, 1784 (see MVLA Collection). This agreement is to expire on December 25, 1787 \"at which time the said Land and premises is to be ... peaceably and quietly given up to said Washington as required.\" Rent is 40 pounds Virginia currency. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Have shirts, neck handkerchiefs \u0026 ruffles made from linen an cambrick left at Snow's store--to have been made at Mt. V. but G.W. having new \"recruit\" made for himself, so \"I therefore told Mrs. Washington that I could not get any linnen which I liked-that was a lie Snow, but yet it did not hurt me to tell it so much as it would to have delayed anything which was doing for the Genl.\"--Peter to pick up Lear's shoes--\"Has [Hooff ?] paid or protested by bill upon him?\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Received Mr. Hanson's draft and the bill for making shirts--advancing board to Mr. Hanson before due for [Geo. S. and Lawrence A. Washington]--got down before rains came--send down Mr. Hunter's receipt--\"Washington sends his love to you and says you are not a man of your word, for you promised to come down here on Sunday and did not.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks for 4 shirts and 2 neck cloths--send rest and the bill, will pay when next in town--apologizes for lack of New England gallantry at letting Miss Craik go home by herself--will accompany Mrs. W. and Mrs. Stuart to Belle Voir--Phila. packet just \"passing by the door\"--when can they get things from her?--is now writing this while in hands of his [\"freisear\"]--5 more wash basins are needed. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Division of slaves from the estate of John Augustine Washington amongst Bushrod Washington, Corbin Washington, and Hannah Washington. \"West\" Ford, \"Billey\", \"Betty\", and \"Venus\" are listed under slaves to Hannah Washington. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.","At court held for Westmoreland County the 31st day of July 1787, the Will and Codicil made 1785 November 19 by John Augustine Washington and under the oath of executors Bushrod Washington and Corbin Washington along with William Augustine Washington was entered into and acknowledged bond with conditions as the law direct. Certificate is granted them for obtaining a probate. Signed by James Bland, C.W.C and William Butler, D.C. and noted as 'A true Copy.' Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Letter and articles came to hand--he used good judgment on the cape--send black cape for G.A.W. and one for self; also plain metal buttons for white broad cloth vest and breeches--Mrs. W. obliged for cards--\"Mrs. St[uart] was disappointed by not seeing certain personages on Sunday.\"--send hair ribbon--any late arrivals in Alexa.?  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","Account. A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £6.10.9 includes woodwork for 1 pr. cart wheels, 2 boxes for them, tire and nails, altering and putting on 8 stock bands. Credit is given for wheat and old iron. Autograph document signed, in hand of Abner Vernon, fragment, badly charred, laminated, incomplete watermark. Account certified correct by Abner Vernon.","D.S. 1 page. Signed by J[?] Berry to the fact that John Milton, deputy sheriff served notice to William Kerchival and John Williams that judgement would be brought in October for payment of bond to George Washington. Milton served notice on Aug. 21, 1787. Addressed to Francis Whiting on the other side.","Bill. 12 dancing lessons for Miss Fanny Smith and 6 visits to reach Miss H[annah] Washington...her school is located at Chantilly ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Fears frost, \u0026 will be unable to see them until 10th or 12th of month--please pay Mr. Anthony Buckner sum of £3, and place to acct. of D. S. Autograph letter signed, fragment with integral cover, laminated, docketed, directed \"By Mr. A. Buckner.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by the bearer 3 bushels of salt, allum, and the plank, if it is ready--if not ready, let him know when it will be. Autograph letter signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, part of a watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Let bearer, John Monday, have bottle of snuff, bed cord, molasses, pint tumbler and [ ] and charge to his own account. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, fragment, laminated, watermark, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. H. Hooe.","A.D.S. 1 page. Brent-Town. To the assistant for Huie, Reid, and Company. Send by bearer 1/2 yd. cloth--are goods arrived and open yet? Let Mr. Peirce have credit in store, and will guarantee payment for him. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Hooe.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer, Jno. McKay salt and small pot and charge it. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, on reverse of part of legal document.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please let Benj. Mattison have 4000 single [tens?] and 200 double [tens?]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Pay bearer £0.9.2. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Charles Adams 11 Oct 87,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Send by John 3 yds. fine \"plad\", one gallon good spirits, molasses, morocco slippers, callimineo pumps, candles, and 2 wash basons. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Neabsco. Must leave for Bul[l] Run in morning--requests he let bearer have £6 to pay workmen--will write memorandum of all winter clothing needed. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark [separate cover addressed to Mr. Reid probably goes with this letter].","Fragment of cover, probably goes with letter of October 17, 1787, John Carter, Jr. Neabsco, to James Reid.","A.L.S. 1 page. To James Read (or Reid?) in Dumfries. Send by Scipio sugar, tea, also for Polly Brent send crape gauze, leather shoes to measure sent, and large chip hat--send 2 hanks pale yellow silk. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send by bearer 1000 ten penny nails, 2 bead cords \u0026 1 quart rum--to be charged. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Credit Mr. Blake, bearer, for what necessaries he wants on her account. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Send ten penny nails, brown lining \"garman Toulles\" stockings, etc. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"John Smith 29 Octr 87.\"","Account with a dressmaker ... entries include making a \"lude string Robe\" robe and petty coat, great coat and altering 3 garments ... total £1.10.0. Receipted Aug. 31, 1790.","D.S. 4 pages. Bonds taken for [slaves?] sold, amounting to £560.19.0--signed by Willm. A. Washington and John Fauntleroy--\"other Accts. on this list not yet bonded--£121.19.1\"--amts not bonded include for Phaeton and harness, Chair, Livestock and lumber. Document signed, endorsed \"An Acc't. of Bonds and debts due for property sold of Colo. Thomas Turner at Smith's Mount and Nanzatico,\" laminated, unidentified watermark.","D.S. 2 pages. Washington agrees to continue leasing a tract of land in Berkeley County \"adjoining the Town of Charles Town for and during the Term of one Year ...\" i.e. Dec. 25, 1787 to Dec. 25, 1788. Whiting shall pay required land tax and \"Forty Pounds Spacie, Virginia Currency, ...\" to Washington.","D. 1 page. Whiting exchanges \"... two Cows under seven years old, thirteen herd of Sheep under four years old\" for a year's rent of land in Berkeley County (see Agreement, Nov. 3, 1787). Washington allows four pounds ten shillings for each cow and twelve shillings per herd of sheep.","A.D.S. 26 pages. A portion of an account book containing record of rentals due and accounts owed by \"George Washington President of the United States.\"--the first 9 pp. (at least one missing) concern tenants living on the tract called \"Asbeys Bend - under the Blue Ridge Part in Fauquier and Part in Loudoun\"--lots are listed, tenant named, and an account given of what he owes and has paid--following pp. concern lands on Gooseneck Creek in Fauquier County and in Berkeley County and Frederick County.--then follow several pp. of \"George Washington President of the United States in Acct. Current with B. Muse\", concerning expenses and collections, legal in nature in connection with the foregoing lands and tenants. Autograph document signed, in hand of Battaile Muse, 2 blank pages, silked.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Airy. Thanks him for his condolences and offer of help upon her afflictions. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by T. Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Little Washington Custis [6 yrs. old] thanks Mrs. Powel for a book, the Children's Friends, which she sent him--his sisters and Miss Harriot [Washington] send their respects. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Unhappy over their separation--her approaching confinement [Anna Maria Washington, born April 3, 1788]--weather severe--plows frozen--spare no expense in getting skillful person, recommends Mrs. Harrison [midwife ?]--Mrs. Bassett's shoes not forwarded to Phila. yet--will get biscuit and hat for your father and brother--family news--inquire into cotton--little Wash. [Custis] wants to write her a letter--\"We this evening recd. an acct. of the adoption of the Constitution by the State of Massachusets which was deliberately discusd and with the greatest harmony adopted the Minority determining to give it every support tho they were unsuccesful in their opposition.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark (IV). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For 6 bushels of winter vetches for General Washington, totaling £2.2.0. Autograph document, small page, docketed. [This was for seed bought in England].","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sent letter yesterday by Col. Humphreys--send a dozen hand saw files and 3 men's coarse hats--Tom has Mr. Porter's saddlebags. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Robert Morris on way to Va. and takes portable camera obscura as a gift to G.W.P. Custis [7 yrs. old]--landscapes at Mt. Vernon will be perfectly represented and can be copied--profiles may be taken with it--Mr. Morris will show him how to use it--send her his sister's [Nelly] and Mrs. W.'s profiles. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks for 6 barrels of \"Hearons\" [herring ?] from Mt. Vernon--thanks for trouble in finding him freight--try to find Gibb a load from the Potomac back to Fredericksburg. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., watermark (Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Edw Pye Chamberlay\". [Chamberlayne, of King Wm. County, married Agnes Dandridge].","A.L.S. 1 page. Land to be sold by Washington to Sullivan who wants it for speculation--Peter can bring mares to the horse. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"A distinguished and brave Revolutionary officer\", watermark.","Four receipts signed by Davenport (George Washington's miller) from the Mill. An accompanying docket refers to these receipts as \"Accounts of Corn and Meal delivered out of the Mill for and by the orders of G[eorge] A[ugustine] W[ashingto]n...125 Bushels Corn.\" Four documents signed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jos. Davenport.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Send Mrs. [Martha] Washington 2 yds. black lute-string, \"as near the patron [pattern] as it can be got\",--also 3 prs. of best white kid gloves, long--. Autograph letter signed, laminated, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rotterdam. Received from Capt. Robt. Wyllie on his brig the Molly the documents handing them 50 hhds. tobacco, and letter informing them the vessel's whole cargo was addressed to them from themselves, Mr. Hector Alexander, and Mr. George Walker of Georgetown--before they could finish processing it as per instructions, an interdict from Mr. G. Gibson to Capt. Wyllie to deliver cargo to him, on consequence of order from Messr. Smith Huie Alexander and Co. of Glasgow--sends copy of letter they sent to Smith Huie Alexander and Co.--thanks them for confidence placed in them--will inform them of decision in this affair. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed \" By Cap. McGill from Rotterdam,\" also marked on cover \"Capt. Quick to go from [ ] the readiest way to Rotterdam,\" cover used as a scratch sheet, watermark.","D. 2 pages. George Augustine Washington contracts with Samuel Roberts for the latter to disassemble a building at Johnson's Fishery (at River Farm) and re-erect it \"... agreeably to the back part of Genl. Washington's kitchen or Servant's Hall, weatherboard, case, cornice, and bargeboard it in the same way--.\" Roberts is to receive, for his service, 11 pounds Virginia currency and the assistance of one slave. Document is unsigned.","One envelope, no letter or note. Addressed to Samuel Powel.","A.D. 1 page.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks his price for land in Carolina--has been offered land \"in this Neighbourhood\" but prefers the Carolina tract--poor quality of Carolina land. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Richmond\", watermark obscured.","A.D. 1 page. Account of sales of fruit received by the Philadelphia Packet, Capt. Elwood for a/c of Messrs. Andrew Clows Co. George Washington's order for 110 pounds of filberts appears on the account of fruit brought to Alexandria on Captain John Ellwood, Jr.'s Philadelphia packet boat, the sloop \"Charming Polly.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smith tells Washington of certain clothing purchases she has charged to Washington on account with \"Mr. Crabb.\" Letter carried \"By Harry.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Winchester. On reverse, a protest signed by Thacker Washington \"... because not given by Miss Anne Blair, whose order will be accepted.\" Request for payment of £11.12.6 to Mr. Nath. Gray.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Apologies for delay in executing commission for Mrs. W.--has been ill--nice white fur available, but advises waiting until autumn, because of lateness of season--did he receive letter and pamphlet of the Debates of the [Phila.] Convention?--\"As I knew you were a Member of the Virginia Convention I thought it might be agreeable to you to see in how masterly a Manner Mrs. Wilson had treated the Science of Government.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, red seal, watermark (W).Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Thanks him for forwarding 4 tierces and 3 barrels of seed by the Tree Mason, Capt. Lawrence Lazore--please forward freight bill. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Recd. [April] 24 Ansd May 13th\", watermark (incomplete LVG and powder horn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Orders muslin for Mrs. Washington--requests Dunlap and Claypole's paper sent regularly to Major [G.A.] Washington--send Will [to N.Y.] when he's able to travel. Autograph letter, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"These letters were recorded by H.[owell] Lewis. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Printed broadside outlining the formal order of procession for the inauguration ceremony for the first President of the United States, George Washington. A manuscript docket on verso reads \"Order of Procession on the Inauguration of President Washing[tn], 30 April 1790.\" Another manuscript docket on the front of the broadside, underneath the printed text, reads \"Order of procession on the inauguration of President Washington 30, April 1790.\" This year is incorrect, as the inauguration took place on 30 April 1789.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Pittsylvania. Return of his draft, half satisfied leads him to think it is inconvenient for them to answer any further requisitions for money--will try to discharge his large debt to them speedily--reminds them that they had consented to consolidate his scattered debts into one general acct. upon their books--hopes this will prevail upon them to give him time to discharge various debts, but if they prefer, they have enough of his property at their disposal to discharge a debt to them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, directed by \"favr. Mr. Smith,\" watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President would like Billy [Lee] sent to Mt. Vernon when he can be moved safely, for he cannot be of use here--\"But if he is still anxious to come on here the President would gratify him altho he will be troublesome--He has been an old and faithful Servt. this is enough for the Presidt. to gratify him in every reasonable wish\"--if Major W. needs buck wheat from Phila. he will let you know--G. W. wishes Dunlop and Claypool's paper sent to N.Y., and will furnish them from there to the Major at Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark (L Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Interest on certificate in name of John Dickenson belongs to bearer Mrs. Dickenson--let her have her warrant, or purchase it of her--she is in great want. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, docketed.","An estimate for a saddle for the President.","A.D. 10 pages. An account of Robert Lewis's trip as far as Baltimore accompanying his aunt Mrs. Washington to New York--family relations and friends--preparations and farewell at Mt. Vernon and Dr. Stuart's in Alexandria--Col. Blackburn's--Mr. and Mrs. B[ushrod] Washington--Mrs. W.'s parting with her servants at Mt. V.--rental of horses from Mr. Van Horn--efforts to purchase a horse for [G.W.]--two ferry crossings--Major Snowden and family--description of countryside--Mrs. Carroll's reception near Baltimore--visit with Dr. McHenry in Baltimore. Autograph document, unbound, laminated, watermark, docketed in later hand, \"Journal of Mrs. W's journey to N. York.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles came up to get the [storehouse ?] key being mended--send a dozen lbs. of figs to be charged to G.A.W.--needs 200 \"small tacks with flat heads proper for nailing leather on Brick moulds ...\"--Mrs. [Anna Maria] Bassett and Mrs. Washington will dine with Mrs. Porter after lunch on Sunday--Mr. Bassett will attend them and perhaps G.A.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Snow (?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. President desires to have Billy [Lee] sent to N.Y. since Billy earnestly desires it--send stays and shoes to Mrs. F[anny Bassett] W-n at Mt. V.--send Mrs. M. W.'s to [N.Y.] and charge all to President's account--she overpaid for altering some gowns--Billy's expenses to be pd. by G.W. thru Biddle (mentioned in Writings in footnote). Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","D. 1 page. An account of ferry and inn expenses listing all the stops between Georgetown and New York--carriage of a trunk from Phila to N.Y.--stage horses--Col. Van Horn who arranged the trip had been paid earlier some amount--. Document, in hand of Robert Lewis, watermark, endorsed on back, \"The Amount of every expence is £67.10.7 Pensylvania currency.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. [Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Inquiries about table ornaments--\" ... and if the large and small Glasses of M. Dela Croix are of the same set, he [the President] will thank you to procure them...\"--\"The President has a French man with him who is said to be a compleat Confectioner and professes to understand everything relative to these ornaments, so that the Glasses only are wanting.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (L. Munn). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Billy [Lee] arrived--\"The President thinks those ornaments will not answer the purpose as the two sets are not made to join each other \u0026 neither separate are large enough for his table\"--President much indisposed--fever and a tumor on his thigh. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Sends letters of testimonials \"in my favor\"--hears of president's recovery--his sickness prevented Speaker of House of R. from writing him as per his promise. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Alex. Furnival.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends copy of Committee's report on mode of collecting taxes--how does his memorial stand with President?--any chance of employment?--amusements in N.Y.--hopes President is recovered. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed, postmarked \"Balt. July 5.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Joshua Barney.\" [Barney sailed miniature ship \"The Federalist\" to Mount Vernon in 1788; gift of merchants of Baltimore.]","A.L.S. 4 pages. Happy over her children's situation [in N.Y.] -- glad \"My good Mama [Martha Washington] ... has at last seen the necessity of making the Dr. children respect as well as love her, for that they never wou'd have done had she continued her former improper indulgence to them.\"--their sisters are with her--death of Mr. Richard the printer--doesn't approve of taking her daughters [Eliza and Martha Custis] to Alexandria feast and merriment--requests him to have a butter print made for her--competition in selling butter to Alexandria. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1789] July 8.","A.D.S. 1 page. Saurason obligates himself to sell Washington his lot \"... 40 feet on Duke street and 70 on St. Asap[h]\" for seventy five pounds Virginia Currency. This lot is \"... subject to a ground rent of twenty five Shillings...\" The agreement is subject to Washington's procuring another lot from Thorton Alexander.","D. 1 page. Account from July 1789 for \"Visiting Mrs. W. Examining a Cancer and Consultation with Dr. Hall - £2.2.0.\" Document, fragment, badly charred, laminated, docketed \"Dr. R. Wellford Acct and [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Proved before magistrate, Geo. French, on Aug. 19, 1790. Receipted on reverse Sept. 13, 1790 from Mrs. Lewis. Signed by Wm. Yates for Robt. Wellford.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Cousin A.O.C.C. married Jack Lyons--saw many friends at Eltham and Elsing Green--\" ... hope He [G.A.W.] is not so regardless of His health as he used to be, tell Him from me that one child and the prospect of another are sufficient inducements to make him prudent, an Orphan's situation is deplorable, for a Mother cannot be of much advantage without a Father's assistance.\"--lack of a carriage prevents her coming to Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by F. B. Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] Aug. 3\". [B.C. Bassett was sister-in-law of Fanny. She married John Bassett of Farmington, Hanover County. She was daughter of Wm. Burnett Browne of Elsing Green, King Wm. County.]","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received his several letters--slippers came safely to hand, also the bill for them--£70 received from Mr. Thomas Smith on acct. of the President--send 2 prayer books to Mrs. W. Autograph letter signed, docket, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. New York. Received bill from Dunlop and Claypoole--forward the enclosed answer to an address to Bethleham--procure 20 bushels of good winter barley for seed from reputable farmer--last procured from R.I. was not good--Mrs. W. wants Mr. Hazelhurst's bill for Chintz--charge to president's acct.--she also wants another prayer book added to 2 already requested. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Abingdon. Chides him for not writing - news from George [A. Washington] and family at Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[1789] August 19.\"","A.L.S 2 pages. Richmond. Re: Corbin W-n's suit with the Hites ... certain title papers missing must be supplied before the Oct. trial ... Patrick Matthews, Johnston, Russel are names appearing in the letter and seem to be former owners of the land in question ... \" Copy of a letter from Mr. John Marshall to Corbin Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears \"[17]89 Aug. 23.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Prayer books came safely--encloses letter to Nicholas Eveleigh(?) in S. Carolina--put it on first boat to that place--\"Mrs. Washington wishes you to send 25to ... of chocolet shells to Mt. Vernon ...\"--send statement of President's account. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, partial watermark.","A.L. 2 pages. New York. President is getting a German gardner from Phila.--he doesn't speak English or know the country--pay and charge to President's account the amount of his passage in stage from Phila. to Alexandria. Autograph letter, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (LVG surmounted by powder horn). Name does not appear on original manuscript. [Gardener was John Christian Ehler, sent from Germany by Henrick Wilmans of Bremen].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W. wants a gown of color like that enclosed in Tabby, ducape or Padusoy [paduasay]--send samples and price. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (armed figure). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. G.W.'s acct. [from Biddle] is right--Mrs. W. wants 15 yds. of Padusoy of enclosed pattern--G.W. wants prices on clover seed and early delivery--suffered greatly last year because of late delivery of seed--congratulations on apptmt. as Marshal of District of Pennsyl. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Introducing Col. Gordon, Col. Buckside, Capt. [Isaakson ?], and Lt. Erskine who are on their way to Canada. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed, watermark (T. French). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ph. Schuyler.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointed by P. Wagener. Washington is appointed surveyor \"... of the road from General Washington's ferry to his Mill, from thence to his tumbling dam, thence along his new road to intersect the River side old road above the Gumspring ...\" and is to use \"the male labouring Tithables\" on George Washington's plantation to keep the road in good repair.","Tiffin renews his lease on land in Berkeley County [see 1788, Sept. 26, James Stuart and Edward Tiffin] for annual rent of 30 lbs., ten of which should go toward \"... putting a good Sufficient Roof on the Dwelling House and other necessary repairs ...\" Tiffin is forbidden to \"clear any land outside of his Inclosures\" or sell or waste Timber on this land nor seed any grain in the autumn unless he later agrees to a longer term.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Mrs. W.'s Padusoy [dress material] and bill for it received--President wants list of plants and prices from Mr. Bartram, and when they should be transplanted--wishes to send some to Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter initial signed, docketed by Lear, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","Print document, 1 page. An address from the Quakers from their annual meeting for Penn., New Jersey, Delaware, and western parts of Va. and Maryland. The Quakers are grateful for religious toleration and other American freedoms but state \"... we can take no part in carrying on war on any occasion ... but are bound ... to lead quiet and peaceable lives ... \" GW answers, in part, \"...it is doing the ... Quakers no more than justice to say, that (except their declining to share with others the burthen of the common defence) there is no denomination among us who are more exemplary and useful citizens.\" Printed document, pen trials on verso. Washington's reply is published in Writings, 30:416n.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. Has never allowed herself to join general cry against him--wishes Bett and Patt [Eliza and Martha Custis] could have same advantages as her other children--guests--a boating accident in front of her house. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\" Date on original catalog card appears as \"[1789] Oct. 8.\"","D.S. 1 page. Appoints Burgess Ball attorney in his own behalf for division of estate of his mother, Mary Washington. Poor condition. Document signed, fragment, laminated, badly charred by fire, docketed Chs. Washi[ngton] Powe[r of Attorney]. Signed by Chas. Washington. Witnessed by M. Frame and Fielding Augusting Lewis.","A.D. 4 pages. \"Accot. of sales of the Stocks etc. sold at the plantation of the late Mrs. Mary Washington, on the 29th of October 1789.\" Some of the buyers include Charles Carter Jr., Bushrod Washington and Burges[s] Ball. Stock sold includes sheep, oxen, hogs, pigs, horses, cows. Autograph document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Massachusetts. Letter was written after the visit of George Washington to Boston. Otis writes that Washington's \"... presence has diffused joy amongst all ranks ...\" Autograph letter signed, on fine (laid) paper.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Boston. He was fortunate enough to help with preparations for Washington's visit. Describes the planning and the President's visit. Docketed and signed.","D.S. 1 page. Injunction bond for paying all costs and damages \"that shall be awarded against him [Warner W.]\" in Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington vs. Mills and Co., Injn. Bond,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Has heard nothing from Mr. Bartram regarding plants and shrubs--has been away from N.Y. with President--\"The President will thank you to pay to the Honb. Robt. Morris Esq. livres 32-12-2 being a balance due to Gouvr. Morris Esq. for something which he purchasd in France for the Presid. - and also to know from him (R.M.) the amount of some floor matts and a pr. of blk sattin brot. from India the summer before last in one of Mr. Morris's ships and pay the same\"--find out price of buck wheat and if it can be had on short notice--clover seed has been procured here. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed by Lear(?) \"per Major Jackson,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","Receipt for loaves of bread for the prisoners. Small slip of paper charred by fire, laminated, watermark.","Small scrap of paper, charred by fire, laminated. For £3.0.0 due from George Washington.","26 shillings discharging Miss Fanny B. Smith's account ... Witnessed by Hannah Washington, Sr.","A.L. 1 page. Lancaster. He cannot accept commission of purchasing mares for Genl. W.--his daughter very ill, and cannot go thru country looking for them--Mr. John Miller knows horses and is dependable--perhaps he can undertake the business. Autograph letter, docketed. [See letter from Th. Hartley to G.W., Dec. 7, 1789].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Received his letter after delay--the President has been informed of contents and replies, \"as an act of Providence has interposed to render a complyance with your promise impracticable, he must have further patience\"--he also says clean sound wheat will be taken at his mill in payment and the Alexandria Cash price allowed for it--corn crop poor so would also like to have some if he has it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark, postmarked \"Alex Dec. 18,\" docketed, note in later hand reads \"Above signature seems to be that of George Augustine Washington Son of Charles - who was G.W.'s brother - This presented to MVLA July 3/97 by Mrs. Carrol Mercer Washn. D.C.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. President desires to know prices of buckwheat delevered to Va. in bags, and in barrels--if cheaper there or in back counties of Va.--requests information by next week so he can write Major W. what to do--probably can't be sent down rivers until spring thaws--Mrs. Reinagle, who taught Miss Custis music, to send some music proper for her thru the winter--mentions his approaching marriage. Autograph letter signed, docketed, watermark.","1 page docketed. Laminated. This cover came with all the letters to Biddle from Lear.","A.D. 1 page. Lists 13 slaves by name, above 16 years of age, and \"Horses 7.\" Also lists his taxable property in Truro Parish, 1789 as three slaves above 16 years, four horses and a phaeton carriage.","D.S. 1 page. A Tax Bill for the year 1788, directed to Major George Washington, nephew of General Washington, and one time Mount Vernon manager, from Mr. Vernon manager, from Mr. Joseph Powell in the amount of £7.2.2 plus 36 lbs of tobacco.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Received music from Mr. Ranigle -- Send 200 bushels of buckwheat to Mt. Vernon in bags marked G.W. -- compliments of the season from President and Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wants some superfine bolting cloth to be sent to Mt. Vernon-for a reel 9'2\" in length and 5'6\" in circumference -- have cloth chosen by Mrs. Lewis or a skillful miller. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. [Washington] has written Major [George A.] W-n regarding the bolting cloth--G.W. arranged thru Col. Hartley of Lancaster to have breeding mares sent to Mt. Vernon--money to be paid thru Biddle. Autograph letter signed, docketed by T. Lear \"Jany 17. 1790.\"  Dated incorrectly 1789 in heading, incomplete watermark. Not in Writings; Vol. XXX, p. 507, has footnotes mentioning this letter. Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Jan. 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. A draft enclosed, drawn by Samuel Meredith on the Bank of North America for $1066.66 -- to go to the account of the President -- is to pay for breeding mares bought through John Miller and Paul Zantzinger. Autograph letter signed, docketed, corrections added in G.W.'s hand, watermark.","A.L. Received his letter and will render any assistance he can for President--is sure an exchange of houses can be accomplished--can treat for any part of furniture which might be wanted--will see Mr. Lear at his home this evening. Autograph letter, in first person, integral cover, docketed by Lear, laminated, watermark.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mr. Macomb.\"","Receipt for 18 shillings in account for Mrs. Betty Lewis, Subscribr. to Revd. Thomas Thornton for year 1789. Autograph document signed, 1 page, fragment, laminated, docketed \"Thos. Garnett [ ] Rect. 18 /\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Major Washington has sent size of bolting cloth now in the mill [see under same date, separate document] -- send by earliest conveyance to Mt. Vernon -- send president's account when convenient. utograph letter signed, docketed, incomplete watermark, [scratched on paper is name \"Polly Long,\" Lear's fiance at this time and later his first wife].","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. President wishes carpet, pea green ground with white flowers or spots -- carpeting would be better than a carpet -- can find no carpet in N. Y. to fit the room, nor good carpeting -- Scotch carpeting is almost only kind to be found there. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, (written on reverse on a cover directed to \"The Secretary of the President of the United States\"). Writings, XXXI, 8-9; Minor variations. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Received President's account -- \"In reply to your wish to know the President's birth day it will be sufficient to observe that is on the 11th of February Old Style - but the almanack Makers have generally set it down opposite to the 11th day of Feby. of the present Style - how far that may go towards establishing it on this day I don't know - but I could never consider it any other ways than stealing as many days from his valuable life as is the difference between the old and the new Style.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for fifty pounds to be paid to George (A.) Washington agent for the President of the U.S.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Happy at receiving her letter and sister Carter's lengthy one -- sorry to hear of illness and deaths among the negroes, \"... Temple in particular as he was a hearty, strong young fellow and arrived at an age when his services might have compensated his master or mistress for the trouble which is attendant on raising young negroes and the expense incurred, previous to their attaining the age of manhood\" -- they have been busy moving the president's household to more commodious quarters -- Mrs. White comes to visit only on public days -- these are crowded occasions -- last evening was at an assembly -- danced with Miss Briscoe -- many there disappointed president and lady didn't attend -- female part glad some of the family appeared -- \"For my own part, I am of so much more consequence here than when at home that I believe I shall never be content anywhere else.\" Post script dated Feb. 27: They have moved into the new house -- unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Mrs. Betty Lewis\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\" Post script dated Feb. 27--They have moved into the new house--unable to find time to buy a toy for Maria.","A.L.S. 1 page. They have found a carpet for the room described in last letter -- but obliged to him for looking -- add 200 more bushels of buckwheat to quantity already procured -- can be carried to Va. in bulk, saving expense of bags or barrels -- Capt. Ellwood will do this, using his hogsheads. Autograph letter signed, docketed. Writings, XXXI, 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Bearer, Martin Ehler, brings six mares -- two are those he mentioned before -- 4 are those that are described on enclosed list [no list enclosed here] -- one will match black mare purchased earlier. Autograph letter signed, docketed in a later hand, \"Zantzinger horse-dealer to Geo. A. Washington\", incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Received invoice of 200 bushels of buckwheat sent to Mt. Vernon -- omitted answering query on potatoes -- send them by next vessel -- President wants only 100 more bushels of buckwheat instead of 200 because of high price -- carry by bulk to lessen the freight. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lancaster. Martin Ehler had to turn back with the mares from Zantzinger -- couldn't cross Susquehanna River -- this adds to expenses he was to be allowed -- hired a helper, George Leonhart, to take the horses down -- gives details of the agreement with Ehler -- sent invoice to George Washington in New York. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lear (?), watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received letters from Zantzinger through Ehler and Leonhart, and the mares came -- they are fatigued but in good shape -- pleased with them -- can't determine the expenses of men's return journey, so asks that Zantzinger pay them return expenses and send invoice to President -- gave them no money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Wrote letter to Mr. Moyston inquiring about a cook who lived with him -- no answer -- sent thru post office -- sends Biddle a copy to hand Mr. Moyston. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends the letter by her husband [John Bassett, Fanny's brother] -- he has been an invalid for a week -- envies her her fine son [G. Fayette Washington] -- mentions Mr. Bassett's death. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by Fanny B. W-n, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [1790] March 30. The writer was daughter of Wm. Burnett Brown of Elsing-Green.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Says Maria likely has the measles. Describes symptoms and treatment. Docketed to Mrs. Washington, Mount Vernon.","D.S. Simpson leases Washington's \"... fishing landing called Simpsons during the Herring season [for] twelve pounds specie ... also six thousand herrings.\" Simpson also agrees to \"... not permit a horse Waggon Cart or any other Carriage to come within his plantation for the removal of the fish ...\" Document signed, [in pencil \"William Simpson\"].","8 deeds and letters housed within a single envelope, dating April 15, 1790, September 30, 1790, December 20, 1790, June 28, 1850, October 19, 1850, 1852, April 10, 1853, and February 18, 1861.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Abingdon. His approaching marriage--her unhappiness--had hoped to see her children this summer--her concern over Nelly--fears she will be spoiled by too much attention--\"her Dear Grandmama is too much pleased with the attentions paid to Nelly to judge of their impropriety. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lear \"April 12th 1790.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor Stuart.\"","By this contract, Taylor agrees to act as overseer on Washington's farm in Fairfax County. Taylor is to oversee the slaves' labor; make and repair plows and fences; construct buildings as needed, \"see to the stock of every kind.\" Taylor will \"... provide in due season meal for the Negroes and see it regularly distributed--That he will be very careful of the Negroes--\" Taylor receives 18 lbs. and food and shelter for he and family. Copy of agreement also included, MS-4527","A.L.S. Representative of Virginia's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives, Alexander White writes to \"Dear Madam\" that the President has been sick and confined to bed the past few days. He adds, \"I shall not trouble you with laws of a Political Nature only observe that our Proceeding are so dilatory that I fear spending the greatest part of the summer in this Place.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. Directed by Hon. Capt. Furneval, this letter asks Lewis' interceding in behalf of \"our Old Friend\" to gain an appointment as Postmaster in Baltimore. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis (?) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. P. van Horne.\"","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. \"The President will thank you to put into the hand of Mr. Wm. Hunter Junr. of Alexa. thirty five Guineas, for him to deliver to Mr. John Campbell of Bladensbg. ... in payment for a Horse sent by Mr. Campbell to the President.\" Autograph letter initial signed, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\" Writings, XXX, 342-343. Mr. Hunter was on his way back to Alexa. from N.Y., and stopping in Phila.","Printed document, signed by Thomas Jefferson, 1 page. Second session of Congress, \"An Act for finally adjusting and satisfying the Claims of Frederick William De Steuben.\" Gives Von Steuben compensation for his services in the war. Approved June 4, 1790.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mr. C[raufurd] cannot set off by the 20th--\"you may thank me for having brought you to Alexa. I think Bushfield and its environs were never intended for the Sphere you (and your charming Washington) were made to move in\"--an admirer of hers [Ann's], a Dr. Clark--when she goes to Rippon Lodge, present her love to Papa and Manna and family--little [Sall] has been very sick with worms--plumbs and figgs which Daniel brought. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Daniel,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript apperas as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received president's account -- questions item dealing with \"Express\" to N.Y. for Dr. Jones -- paid express sent by Col. Cummings to Philadelphia -- have Mr. Hare send best porter to Mt. Vernon in preparation for President's visit -- Mrs. Washington wants blue and white cups and saucers to match china at Mt. Vernon -- thanks for congratulations on his (Lear's) marriage. Autograph letters signed, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letters enclosing accounts of George Washington's for coach hire and for porter sent to Mt. Vernon by Mr. Hare -- give prices of silver plated \"waiters\" (serving trays) in Philadelphia -- some have japanned bottoms and a silver plated rim of open work round them -- have any vessels from India brought fine muslins cheap? Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by (Lear?), incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Received her letter by Mr. Garnett and one from brother George--her indisposition--hopes to be in Va. within a month--Congress hopes to be able to adjourn by then--G.W. very well, as is Mrs. W.--hopes locket she requested has reached her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as [c.1790] July 11.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Keep silver waiter (serving tray) until called for -- they can be made more cheaply in N.Y. -- order Mrs. Washington 2 dozen tea cups and saucers and some slop bowls to match in blue and white china -- send them to Mt. Vernon -- send her some patterns of plain India Jaquinett muslin from which to choose -- will forward a draft next week. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings, XXXI, 70. One major variation in number of cups and saucers to buy.","A.D.S. Receipt for one quarter's wages ending June 30, £14.0.0. Autograph document signed, small slip, docketed, Receipt No. 24, charred by fire. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Osborne.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Encloses draft for £200 on Bank of North America to go to President's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Send 3 dozen tea cups and saucers and 2 dozen coffee cups and saucers and bowls -- if cannot get blue and white, then get the enamel mentioned in Biddle's letter -- Mrs. Washington sends muslin patterns -- send prices on any like them -- send price of white lead ground in oil and also painters oil fit for immediate use -- will be sent to Mt. Vernon from Philadelphia or New York, whichever is cheaper. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by [Lear]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received 2 pieces of muslin -- Mrs. Washington has kept one and the other is returned. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, (written on reverse of a cover directed to the President of the United States of America), broken black seal, incomplete watermark.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. New York. Clarifies order of 3 dozen china cups and saucers for Mrs. Washington. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.L.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Received letter enclosing bill for china sent to Mt. Vernon -- President sets out for Mt. Vernon probably in 8 or 10 days after Congress adjourns -- he would not like any more parade than is necessary to gratify the people, any more is most fatiguing to him -- are any ships bound for London from Philadelphia and what accommodations are available? Autograph letter signed, draft, torn, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Send by Mr. Robert Lewis, the bearer, an English-German dictionary for George Washington's German gardener -- George Washington in Rhode Island -- will leave New York for Virginia about first of September. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated, incomplete watermark.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for Bailey's English and German Dictionary at £2.5.0. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"No. 256 Receipt Charles Cist £2.5 19th Augt. 1790\" and \"Acct. for a Dictionary Augt. 19. 1790.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages, docketed. Agreement for Peter Cockrell to work for George A. Washington for one year. Signed by Peter Cockrell and J. Packett.","A.L.S. 4 pages. New York. Received bill and receipt for German-English dictionary -- please keep [silver?] waiter (serving tray) there until remove to Philadelphia -- President reaches Philadelphia about September 3 -- engage lodgings at Mrs. Mary House's [at 5th and Market St.] in Philadelphia for George Washington and family and stables for horses at Jacob Hiltzhimers -- if lodging not available there, then at city tavern -- gives proposed itinerary of President's trip to Philadelphia -- plea for no more parade and ceremony than necessary -- he (Lear) will remain in New York a few more days -- gives number of rooms needed for those in President's party, and delineates who is in the group (including 2 maids, 4 white servants and 4 black servants). Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Draft. New York. President left this morning and will be in Philadelphia on Thursday -- he has sent Mrs. Washington's trunk and an extra harness by stage to Philadelphia in Biddle's care to be sent to Alexandria by water -- Harness wrapped in rough cloth for protection -- he will pay expenses in New York -- direct any letter to him for they will come free during President's absence. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\" Writings XXXI, 109 fn. Postscript added to this draft copy.","Autograph letter, signed \"Timothy Pickering\" to Oliver Phelps. Pickering, appointed by President Washington as commissioner to the Iroquois, is writing to merchant and land speculator Oliver Phelps in response to the Pine Creek killings, in which two Seneca Indians were murdered in a dispute with the sons of John Walker, a man whom the Seneca claimed to have scalped and murdered several years prior. Pickering writes of Washington's \"utter abhorrence\" of the killings. He has sent Pickering to meet with the relations of the murdered Seneca men.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Tenders his thanks for their offer of services, but he and Mrs. Lear will reside with President -- expects to leave New York by October 1 -- will engage 2 packets to carry freight to Philadelphia -- asks Biddle to inquire for him -- many overcharge the President -- papers may be forwarded to Mt. Vernon -- received letter from President on particulars of alterations in home -- thinks Mr. Robt. Morris will be moved by 25th Sept., and President's furniture can be moved in then -- Biddle's drafts will be honored. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear(?).","A.L.S. 1 page. War department. Concerns allowance to invalids.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Sends letter by Dr. Stuart who is on way to Williamsburg -- President and Mrs. Washington have been home 10 days -- George Washington \"looks better than I expected to see him, but still there are traces in his countinance of His two last severe illnesses, which I fear will never wear off.\" -- they stay until middle of November -- little son has been ill. Date on letter appears to be 1791, but internal and external evidence confirm 1790 as date of composition. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, mistakenly dated in heading 1791, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Frances Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1790] Sept. 21.","A.D.S. 1 page. Martha Custis [Martha Washington's niece] writes out a song for Mr. Snow. A notation in another hand, \"Received inclosed from Mrs. Stuart in Sept. 1790.\" Date on original catalog card appears c. 1790 [September].","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Capt. Alberson brought his (Biddle's) letter -- discusses expensive price wanted by Alberson for hire of his vessel, and whether arrangements with him included cabin passage -- will start loading Tuesday and sail by end of week -- please engage lodgings for Mrs. Lear and himself at Mrs. House's or elsewhere near the President in Philadelphia until furniture arrives. Autograph letter signed, draft, laminated, docketed by Lear, watermark incomplete (crown).","A.D.S. 1 page. Print document with notations. Baltimore. Bill for 1 oz. Nutmegs at 6 shillings from Andrew Aitken, apothecary and druggist. Autograph document signed, partly printed bill, laminated, docketed \"H. Washington 6/.\" Receipted by Andr. Aitken.","A.L.S. 1 page. Please send the \"little Matter between us\" for Nells [ ] and the muslin--in very great need of it--also send sugar, none at all in this part of the Country. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed (not decipherable), laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for 115 barrels of corn \"bot of Mr. Chas. Carter from Mrs. Washingtons Estate.\" Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, signed by John Aston for Thos Gamill, re Mary Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Received money, muslin adn sugar by Peter--returns muslin--apologizes for asking her for the money, but she owed it and was being pestered for it--she owes Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington] and \"yourself\" for spice mortar and \"skeleton--outside and curtain of a bonnett\"--hears from Mama [Christian Blackburn] that Polly [Blackburn] has several dance partners--she will be unable to come to [Alexandria] this winter but hopes to see [Ann] and Mr. Wn here shortly--sends some Spanish potatoes and apples--has Judith [Blackburn] increased her family?--send a bushel of cranberries--[Betty ?] Grayson not at home according to custom with the Miss Warings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"by Peter,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Her Mamma and Sister [Christian Blackburn and Polly Blackburn] pleased at their receiption at Mr. Campbell's, and also at plays--to have tea at Mr. Caton's where Polly will probably perform on harpsichord--write about her Fredericksburg excursion--. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"By Peter\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]90 Oct. 25.","Lottery tickets. 4 printed tickets to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, each ticket having on the back the name of one of John Basset's children, A[nna] M[aria], John, Virginia, and William; Wm. was born Oct. 10, 1790, and a lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. A scrap of paper with the name \"Mr. Bassett\" serves as a cover. Date on original catalog card appears [1790 ?][Oct.]","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses a letter -- wrote letters to him and friend from Fredericksburg, to go by a county representative to the assembly -- best way to send letters to him is by post or a friend -- postmasters are more particular in sending letters addressed to our family than they are of others -- sick family at Mt. Vernon -- Bassett's sister and brother had visited and brought influenza -- Lewis and others leave Mt. Vernon on 22nd for Philadelphia. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed in pencil by (?), watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Rob. Lewis.\"","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Bill for 1 box superior Hyson tea amounting to £20.18.9. Autograph document signed, fragment laminated, docketed twice, once by Lear, \"No. 257 Receipt Jno. Barnes £20.18.9 22nd Novr. 1790,\" and Rect. Jno. Barnes Novr. 22. [1]790 £20.18.9\", incomplete watermark. Receipted at same time by John Barnes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bladensburg. Retained copy to Holmes regarding a lease of Holmes' land (location not specified) to Mrs. Betty Washington Lewis. Robert Lewis encloses several letters referring to this transaction. Mrs. Lewis has paid the first year's rent.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Hasn't written her because he hasn't been successful in complying with her requests regarding chesnuts and sale of her colt--will try to sell colt at sale in a few days--intends being at Bushfield soon to attend Mr. Washington's sale--Judy sends love. Autograph letter signed, fragment of a separate cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[0] Dec. 6.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address label.","One card. Engraved card of invitation from General Knox's wife with decorative border: \"Mrs. Knox presents Compts. to Mr. Lewis and requests the Honor of his Company on Wednesday Evening the '2nd of Febry', Janry 25th 91. The favor of an Answer is desired. Sold by Burton No. 14 Capel Street. Date on original catalog card appears 17[91] Jan. 25. Partly printed with blanks filled in by hand, card size.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding legacy left her [probably by her brother Geo. Wm. Fairfax, who died in 1787 in England] -- a bond given -- doesn't desire more land in Culpeper, Virginia -- has some which she has been unable to sell -- smallpox breaking out here -- \"Bob shou'd be careful of his cloaths.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Letter Mrs. H. Washington about her husbands Bond\",\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Han. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 Jan. 30.","D. 1 page. For £2.0.0, an account of wages due from the President -- receipt in hand of George Augustine Washington. Document, small charred fragment, laminated, docketed by G.A.W., Receipt No. 299.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £4.4. for [Seine ?] twine. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed twice, \"Recpt. No. 266, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Buchan Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Account for £0.5.3 for mending a plow, mending strap of a swingel tree, making plow bridel bits, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"J.B. Steels Bills for 1791.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. For 3 lbs. seine twine for 0.7.0. Autograph document signed, in hand of P. Prather, fragment, docketed \"No. 267,\" etc., laminated. Receipted by P. Prather for B. Patton and Co.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £2.12.6 for 21 bushels of oats sold to Tobias Lear. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Edmund Penin[gton] and signed by him, mutilated, laminated, docketed \"Edwd. Barr[in]g[ton] 23d March 91 2.12.6,\" and Receipt No. 269 Edwd. Barrington £2.12.6 23d March 1791.\"","D. 1 page. Order to pay Alexander Smith £80. Witnessed by Wm. Wilson. Receipted by Alexander Smith April 8, 1791. Docketed same date. Document, silked, fragment, docketed, receipt 270.","A.L.S. 1 page. Requests [Ann] to get some white ribbon for her at Perrin's store-will pay him herself--they expect [Ann and Bushrod Washington] for dinner on Tuesday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]91 April 25.","A.D. 1 page. Bill for making some ruffles, ruffled caps, etc.[?]. Autograph document, signed by \"femme le Chal\", fragment, laminated, docketed twice \"No. 274 Receipt Mr. Chal £1.16.0, 10th June 1791\" and \"Rect. Mr. Chal 1.16.0 June 10th 1791.\"","For tuition of Geo. [Washington Parke] Custis of £1.7.6. Partly printed document filled in by James Clement and signed by him, docketed twice \"Rect. for Master Custis July 1 1791, 1.7.[6,]\" and \"No. 275 Receipt James Clement £1.7.6, 1 July 1791.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Unable to write because of extreme illness -- very weak -- he and Fanny and children go to Berkeley -- they will remain for a while, but business will bring him back soon -- has account from Mr. Wilson -- had boots made for Burgess and will send them by his father when he comes. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Alex July 4\", watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Receipt for making a door \"for the ice house of the President.\" This was for the Robert Morris house in Philadelphia and it is noted that Mr. Morris declined paying it.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. For £22.10.6, to be applied in discharge of the President's and his taxes. Document, charred fragment, laminated, docketed \"Lodged in their Hands to be applied to the settlement of County [ ] parish Levies.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fairfield. Deals primarily with settlement of account and Bond -- Mr. Washington is from home and is his father's other executor -- account against Mrs. Bushrod and herself in regard to furniture -- legacies left by her brother [George Wm. Fairfax] -- obliged for news of her sister Fairfax [Sally Cary Fairfax]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","D.S. 2 pages. Washington relinquishes a former contract in which Tiffin leased Washington's land for 30 lbs. per year. Tiffin agrees to \"... surrender possession [of the tract]--to give up all claim to the wheat now growing on the plantation and to put in all the ground now in Buck wheat and some small spots adjoining in potatoes and Hemp with Rye ...\" Memorandum of an agreement. Signed by Peter Cockrell, for George Augustine Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Agreement for Washington to pay Cockrell one-seventh of the crop yield for acting as overseer \"on his plantation in Berk[e]ley County which will be formed of that which he now occupies and that which Doct. Tiffin resides ...\" Cockrell to care for Negroes, stock, and tools on plantation. Witnessed by Samuel Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends letter and garlick by Gen. Roberdeau--leaves cherries and gooseberries for her--they have taken passage to Barbados--go to Mr. Craufurd's [at Greenwood Md.] to stay until sailing time--Polly's [Blackburn] cough worse--glad [Ann] likes new house--Polly asks for great coat to be sent. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed (Honord by General Robertdeau,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1792] Sept.[20?].","Account for £1.10.6 for smith work, including making \"3 keys for The Staples and ox yoks,\" making knives, putting huks on a locket, putting heels to 2 colters, etc. Autograph document signed, fragment, laminated, docketed \"[ ]mber 9,\" badly charred by fire.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Lisbon. Humphreys was a Revolutionary War hero from Conn. and writer of the \"Hartford Wit.\" He writes to G. Washington's secretary, T. Lear, of his life in Portugal. Sends messages to G. Washington and members of his family. Autograph letter, signed \"D. Humphreys.\" Docketed by Lear on the blank final page--\"From Col. Dav. Humphreys.\"","D.S. 1 page. Clay receives payment for piling 14 cords of wood. Witnessed by H. West. Probably for President Washington's household. Document signed, docketed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Budd agrees to rent from Washington \"the House he now occupies-- my property in Alexandria\" for forty shillings/month. Agreement in force from October 1, 1791, to April 1, 1792.","D.S. 1 page. \"For President's use,\" Coe has supplied various brushes to George Washington's steward, Sam Fraunces. Document signed, docketed, burned. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Francis.\"","List. 2 pages. Rates quality of houses, miles traveled, and ferriage charges. In unknown hand, docketed, \"Believed to be in Genl. Washington's handwriting;\" laminated. This was perhaps done at the time of George Washington's visit to Charleston in 1791.","Manuscript account book of Robert Lewis, rental agent for the President of the United States, 1791-1798.","A.D. 25 pages. Corn account, 1791 for Muddy Hole and the other plantations--corn ground and oats to be planted in 1792, no. of acres per plantation--account of cattle sold, oxen sold, 1791, 1792--seed sown in 1792 in timothy and clover--account of farm and harvesting activities (sides of leather) Oct. 1791--account of seeds and grain in greenhouse loft, Nov. 1791--gardener's account, pork, beef, midlings, quart of rum--amounts of clover and timothy seed needed, bushels per plantation--amount on hand, 1792--mill farm no. of feet of planks, 1791, lbs. of beef mutton, bacon and rum--Nov. 22, 1791, finished the mill--account of hogs, 1791--potato account, 1791--turnips account--4 1/2 doz. candles made--tools delivered--Aug. 1792 del. one barrel of herrings, lbs. of mutton Thos. Green, Gray, monies received--monies expended since the absence of Major Washington, Dec. 15--several pp. of accts. of white workers about Mt. V.: Thomas Mahoney, (house carpenter and joiner), Thomas Green (carpenter), Joseph Davenport (called miller), William Garner, Daniel the Dutchman, tools for Hiland Crow, Boyd for making shoes. All these are dated 1791. Autograph document, silked, entitled \"Muddy Hole Plantation\", not bound, but with bound vols., watermark.","Single blank sheet with GW watermark and note regarding the watermark.","Receipts for hay for the President. 7 partly printed documents, various sizes on verso. The central document is an agreement/receipt between Tobias Lear and William Crouch, the hay dealer. Document is in the hand of Bartholomew Dandridge, signed by Lear and witnessed by Dandridge. 4 papers are weight slips for a load of hay naming the buyer as \"Mr. President\" or \"Mr. Washington.\" 2 slips are receipted invoices signed by William Crouch to Lear for 100 bales of rye straw.","Ticket to Ball to be held [in Alexandria] on Feb. 13 to celebrate Birth Night of President. Names of managers printed at bottom. Small piece of stiff paper, printed, name filled in by hand, laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cuyler writes from New York describing celebration of George Washington's birthday. \"... this day is the Anniversary of the hero of America, ships are decorated, guns fired, and publick buildings illuminated ...\" Mentions seeing [Samuel?] Shaw and that Shaw \"has dined with the President and Jefferson ...\"","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. For coopers work on tubs. Possibly for President Washington's household. Document, fragment.","A.D. 1 page. Receipt for payment of \"forty dollars on acct. of the President of the United States.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Peyton agrees to pay Washington \"four shillings/thousand Virginia currency, for two hundred thousand Herrings, to be caught at his Landing (commonly call'd Simpsons)...\" Washington is not to furnish a House for curing the fish.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Returned in December from \"a winter campaign\" -- asks pardon for not sending down the Phaeton Box and apron sooner -- wish him success in his business for the President -- Mr. Muse would not apply for money not due him, so President says give him money on proper explanation -- perhaps he hadn't finished last year's collection -- greetings from Fanny extended. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by R. Lewis, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. A. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Captain Carhart's charges for freight \"of Sundrys to Alexandria\". Various boxes, tubs, and bundles listed and \"2 plowshears.\" Possibly for President Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Chides her for not writing--let her know whether she received smelling bottle--\"your nephew\" can walk, talk, and has cut teeth--she expects another child--tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] the news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, part of a watermark, directed \"Favor Mr. [Tracey ?\"]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]92 May 25.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Scolds her for not writing--glad to hear Polly [Blackburn] is better--she has been sick herself and is afraid she will have to wean her \"sweet boy\"--plan to come see her soon--send one of her people over with a pot and ingredients for yellow pickles and she will send back some young geese. Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Thomas Newton for Cowper and Sexton to George Augustine Washington. Receipt for 10,000 3 foot shingles for Mount Vernon.","A.D. 1 page. For the President of the United States. Bill for glass jar, stone jar, china plates, blue edge salad dishes, black tea pots, chambers, basins, and tumblers. Total due 13.0.0. Receipted by Ann Gallagher. Docketed \"for glass and china\" November 10, 1792. Autograph document, laminated, faded and charred by fire, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Ann Gallagher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Mr. P. Lyons Jr. in Richmond, who does business for John Hopkins, gave for the President some public papers \"which had been funded by you\" -- requests the receipt which was given at the time for the certificates -- please forward it since you must have it. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Not in Writings.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Has a violent fever--Nell has finished the shift body--send word as to what to have her do now. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Honord by N. Craufurd Esqr.,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Autograph letter signed, laminated, docketed \"Receipt for Genl. Washington £105.0.0 Va Currency 1 Oct. 1792,\" laminated, incomplete watermark. Bearer is Mr. [Anthony] Whitting, the President's manager, who is to receive the money due from Lyles's bond to President. See under same date, receipt by A. Whitting for $350.","A.D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Fraunces, steward of George Washington's household, bought 10 pair of hose for £2.5.0 from Jacob Cox. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox. Small fragment of paper, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 337. Receipted by Isaac Streaper for Jacob Cox.","A.D. 1 page. For President Washington. £4.9.10 1/2 for household items, including whisk broom, vineer'd cloathes brush, white wash brush, dusters, dairy brushes, hearth brushes, and paint brushes. Autograph document, charred, laminated, docketed, receipt No. 339. Receipted by Richard Coe.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New York. Incloses letter from President - [Washington's] gracious reception of Buchan's present of the Wallace Box - his kind reception of Robertson himself-President sat for him-his success in this country-sends [miniature] of GW by first opportunity. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Arch. Robertson.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her reluctance at parting from her--Tayloe is married. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.D. 1 page. For £8.10.6 for barrels of sweet potatoes. Made out to Samuel \"Francis,\" the steward of George Washington's house in New York City. Autograph document, laminated, faded and torn.","D. 1 page. Philadelphia. £2.14.0 for 54 w of venison. Torn and charred by fire, laminated, docketed Receipt No. 340, watermark . Receipted by John Cnoff.","One piece. Small printed note, watermark (RP, and FR).By law of this date currency was issued based on the land seized by the Republic. This note reads \"Domaines nationaux. Assignat de dix livres, payable au porteur ...\"","A.L.S. 5 pages. Boston. Informal ltr. about his activities since leaving his hosts in Georgetown ... Smith is a Scottish merchant soon to sail for London, India, and China and return to America hoping then to find business prosperous enough to settle here ...Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Washington.\"","Two tickets. Two lottery tickets for Peregrine Fitzhugh's Property and Cash Lottery. Signed by Peregrine Fitzhugh, tickets Nos. 2959, 2960 (both tickets on same scrap of paper). The text reads \"This ticket entitles the bearer to such prize as may be drawn against its number; subject to no deduction.\"","Autograph letter signed. Baltimore. Gustavus Scott writes to an unidentified recipient that a Mr. Chase is interested in purchasing Lots No. 20 and 21 near a parcel of land called Belle Hatch or Lux's Land.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lewis has no objection to a road through some of GW's land in Jefferson County.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Barbados. Polly still in poor health--doctor pronounces it Catarrel and gives her bark and steel--they will sail to Charles Town in Carolina and return to Va. from there--Genl. Williams here for health--Judd's twins--staying with Mr. Applewaite and wife, Virginians--place is elegant--has had her hair cut--has a parrot and muslin frock for Kitty Blackburn--intends to bring children all something--Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] and Sally [Sarah Blackburn Craufurd] haven't written--Major [G. A.] Washington's illness--glad she likes Richmond so well. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn\". Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Feb. 24.","A.L.S. 1 page. Barbados. Received his and Nancy's [Blackburn Washington's] letters--had dispaired of hearing from friends in Va.--encloses letter to Nancy from her mother [Christian Blackburn]--have taken passage to S. Carolina--expects \"our Friend Colo. [Wm.] Washington will take us by the Hand if we get to Charles Town.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (C. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Mr. Thomas Bowen requested information through Gallatin on the person who administered on the estate of Mr. George Harrison, formerly of near Alexandria -- President sends following information [evidently inserted in original but missing from this draft]. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Asks Trenton, N.J. merchant Abraham Hunt questions on the President's behalf about colt owned by Mr. Baker -- he seems to suit President's purposes -- head and neck of Mr. Hamilton's horse not well shaped -- Mr. Phillips' horse too expensive. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with corrections in G.W.'s hand, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","An account of numbers of fish (shad and herring) sold, to whom supplied and price--hauling charges--cover has rough notes on amounts of rum drawn out of Hhds. and summary of fish accounts for the year. 5 double sheets with cover of old wallpaper, sewed together, laminated, partly in hand of Anth. Whitting, mutilated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears as 1793 Mar. 26-Ap. [19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Savannah. Just arrived from Barbados--[Polly Blackburn] was better when they left island but cold weather and dampness have made her worse again--they have done all they can for her--remain in Charles Town until May 1. Autograph letter signed, fragment of cover laminated to letter, marked \"Favd. by Mr. Thomson,\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1793] Mar. 26.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To Frederick Green, printer, Annapolis. Run enclosed advertisement in the newspaper 'Maryland Gazette' for the President \"until the Charges thereof amount to Two Dollars\" -- Daniel Grant has the money and will send it as soon as a conveyance is to be had. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by B. Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore. To James Angell, printer, Baltimore. Encloses advertisement which President \"now in this town\" wants inserted in the 'Maryland Journal' newspaper for 3 weeks. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Mar. 30.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him DeBarth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment ... please answer by messenger ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Association has a draft of the same letter.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. President left with him De Barth's bond for 6000 crowns, due today, and gave him power to receive payment -- please answer by the messenger. Autograph letter initial signed, draft, fragment, docketed by Lear. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. L.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Has been very ill from taking the wrong medicine--\"my sweet little cherub\" Thomas B. [Craufurd]--tell her little girls she has missed them--send half a yd. of velvet ribbon for Bracelets. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Receipt for £15.15.0 for 420 bushels of lime \"for the President of the United States.\" Document signed, fragment, burned by fire, laminated, docketed by Lear(?), Receipt No. 383.","A.L. initial S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Declaration sent to Europe now out of De Barth's hands, so President sends duplicate, and De Barth must sign it with witnesses -- President does not question his integrity or honor because of his inability to pay the agreed upon money, for he knows unsettled conditions in France -- also De Barth readily canceled contract to buy land when he was unable to keep it. Autograph letter initial S, draft, docketed by Lear, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mary [Polly Blackburn] is better--Dr. Tracey advises leaving unhealthy climate, and will go to mountains--come to C. Dale instead of R[ippon] Lodge, for \"your Mama, my Mama\" and [Polly ?] will be there--find a music teacher for Kitty [Catherine Blackburn] in Richmond. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked \"Dumfries, June [ ].\" Two postscripts follow, one from M. E. [Polly] B[lackburn] and one from Sarah Scott.","Greenwood. Wishes to see her uncle Bushrod and Aunt Nancy [Ann]--invites them to come see how much little Tommy [Craufurd] has grown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Craufurd. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [June 28]. [postscript to letter of same date, Sarah Blackburn Craufurd to Ann Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Transmits at President's request papers dealing with Colville estate -- Requests transcripts of some accounts dealing with Colville's estate. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Lear.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The horses will await her at Fredericksburg on the 25th--Mary [Polly]much the same--she will try Mrs. Mason's preparation of tar--family well--bring side saddle with her. Autograph letter signed, separate cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L. 1 page. Philadelphia.Regarding Thomas Colville's estate -- received copies of accounts -- received enclosed draught on Col. Hooe -- asks Keith to transmit copy of accounts, to know balance due on Colville's estate -- President thinks Commissioners' decision on compensation to him just. Autograph letter signed, draft, initial S, docketed by Dandridge ?, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Is on her way from Bath--Polly [Blackburn] is better--left Papa [Th. Blackburn] at Sulpher Springs--Polly wishes to go to Greenwood. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1793 ?] Aug. 18. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Polly Blackburn in the West Indies. Hopes she is well--likes Richmond--intends to live with Aunt Nancy \"till I'm as big as you - and longer, if I can't be married.\" Autograph letter signed, fragment, integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1793] [c. Aug.].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Her leaving them has left a void in their lives--[Ann] must come up to District Court with Mr. [Bushrod] W.--exhorts her not to give way to immoderate grief over loss [of sister Polly Blackburn]--her children continue sick--will obtain pattern for [Ann]--Mama [Christian Blackburn] will send down Kitty's spelling book and Jenny B.'s bonnet and great coat--hopes [Ann] will be restored to perfect health--Mother's [Christian Blackburn] spirits are better but fears she'll never really be the same. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Sept. 14,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her to continue taking her medicine--Natt and Sally Craufurd ill with fever--hear nothing from [Nathaniel] Craufurd--she herself is unwell not in body but in the mind--glad Mr. Blair has taken Kitty [As a pupil] and hopes she will apply herself. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Sept. 19. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Sally [Craufurd] afflicted still with ague and fever and hysterics--Anny very ill, and Tommy [Blackburn] has ague and fever at Annapolis and Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] sick at Alexandria--Papa [Thomas Blackburn] will send cows down to her--glad Kitty [Blackburn] is in school--is Jenny in school? Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked (S. Lay). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She has been very sick--apologizes for not being able to get the calicoe for her--doesn't know whether she will be able to come down Christmas --leaves Sally with grandmother [Christian Blackburn]--did [Ann] carry music book and did Kitty [Blackburn] carry her brown stuff petticoat?--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd ill--Sally Forrest lost her child. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Thanks for caps edging and calicoe--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] ill with ague and fever--they have all been sick--Mr. Craufurd has gone home--he will pay for necklace and locket--cautions her against excess of grief--they are trying without success to get [Ann] a servant. Autograph letter signed, laminated, cover laminated to letter, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries Oct [ ],\" incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge Leaves for home day after tomorrow--leaves Mamma [Christian Blackburn] with health much improved--hopes [Ann's] health and spirits are improved, must submit to their great loss [death of Polly Blackburn]--gossip of family and friends--bundle [Ann] sent hasn't come to hand yet--if she can't come Xmas, will send a packet. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. Read of Howell Lewis 18/Shillings on acct of my [missing word] the service of the President U. S. James Butler. Document signed, torn edge, docketed by George Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Has returned [home]--little Nat [Craufurd] still has ague, but is improved--Robert Scott is a fine young man and will be fine acquisition to [Ann's] fireside--admonishes her to raise her spirits. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Sarah Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Papa [Thomas Blackburn] has had attack of St. Antoney's fire in his face but is much better--had letter from [Sarah Craufurd] and her family all sick--hopes Mr. [Bushrod] Washington is over his indisposition. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Letter goes as far as Alex. by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd who goes to races--Mr. C. will go to R[ippon] at Christmas time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, part of cover laminated to letter, directed to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Alex 7 Nov.\", incomplete watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]93 Nov. 5. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends by Mr. Ben Orr the patterns and padlock--Brother [Richard S. Blackburn] goes to Richmond but too cold for little Jane [Blackburn] to go--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will bring her later--dined at Mr. Graham's, pleasant company there--Mrs. Barnes has recovered her senses--Mr. Orr went without letter, so sends it by stage and sends other things by Brother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, cover marked \"Intended to have been sent by Mr. Ben Orr. S.C.\", and \"Stage.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","D.S. 1 page. Col. Washington will please pay John Drake on demand £7.9. ... Washington's acceptance is written below the order and dated Jan. 1, 1794.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Apologies for long delay in writing--insists that has thought often of her and her family and connections and happy hours spent with them--consolations on death of her sister [Polly Blackburn ?]--sorry he hasn't been able to visit Greenwood--hasn't established residence yet, but prefers southern states. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John.\" Date does not appear on original catalog card.","Receipt from Pollard, clerk of Hanover County, Va., for services rendered to David Stuart, administrator of John Parke Custis, deceased. Amount 104 cents.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Her few lines served as a cordial at a time when she needed them--is sending a parcel by Mr. Herbert of Alexa. who goes by stage--happy to hear she goes to G. dale--has a good opinion of healthy air there--will try to come to her--very anxious over her health--sends gingerbread and almond cakes--unable to find comb and brush for her in Richmond--sends pincushions she made--asks after the family--intends to translate a novel for her. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes them a happy new year--thanks for Xmas gifts exchanged--asks her to send more work [sewing ?] for her to do--is glad to let her have any money she needs--neighbor, Mrs. Contee's death--her children--spent a dull Christmas, despite company--send pattern of drawn handkerchiefs. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked by hand \"Jany 1,\" watermarked \"J. Whatman.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Apologies for his apparent neglect of his sister -- his health is good, but he has been very busy -- several planned visits have been thwarted -- will come shortly -- \"I should be happy to have my good old lady (who has been very sick) with me,\" but lacks another horse for carriage. Dated January 17th 1793 in heading, but docketed by Fanny B. Washington as \"From Mr. J. Bassett, January 17th 1794.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed 1794 by Fanny B. Washington, mistakenly dated 1793 in heading. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bassett.\" Date on original catalog card appears 179[4] Jan. 17.","D.S. 1 page. Invites Mr. Lear to dinner on the following Sunday to meet Lord Sheffield, Whitehall. Docketedwith seal to Mr. Lear No. 33 Surry Street.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Sends letter to George Town to be posted by Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd--disappointed she has gone back to [Richmond], wants her to spend summer with her--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] in poor health--her anxiety over him--her children--glad of [Ann's] good reports on Sally. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"[G]eorge Town February 19th,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rhode Island. \"... I am very happy to find you are going to celebrate the President's birth in such stile ...,\". Autograph letter signed, docketed, stamped, seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Sends wagon full of things for her; cabinet, flowers, berries, etc.--sends two cows also--sends butter--will go down [to Richmond?] in March with Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[Ann's] brother [Richard S. Blackburn] still in Philadelphia idling his time, and his family under poor management--sends gifts to Kitty [Blackburn] as an encouragement to improve her writing--sends petticoats to be altered for Kitty. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Annapolis. Unable to procure two books [Ann] had commissioned him to get--Brother Richard still in Phila., and shows no inclination to go home. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. They have purchased a horse, so she needn't send one up--[Christian Blackburn] and Aunt Brown will set out for Richmond early next month--he himself intends to go down about the first of May. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 March 27.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Written at the President's direction thanking him for information about box shipped by Mr. Lear and letter forwarded from Lear -- asks Greenleaf to direct his friend in New York to send the box to Philadelphia, taking care to convey it safely as it contains glass -- President wishes him to call when he comes to Philadelphia to receive a sum of money on Mr. Lear's account. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge and in a later hand \"Written on Genl Washington's watermarked paper,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L. 1 page. President is busy reading a number of bills this afternoon -- will Mr. Greenleaf call at 8:00 tomorrow for breakfast instead of visiting this evening? Written in 3rd person, integral cover, docket, G.W.'s watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\" Date from docketing; on original catalog card appears as [1794][June 5] Thursday 1/2 past 2 o'clock.","After returning from a surveying expedition in Reading Pennsylvania, Andrew Elliott wrote this scathing letter to Thomas Mifflin about Washington's policies relating to Native Americans.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Sends Rutherford the desired information on Mr. Mien -- enclosed were copies of 2 letters from a member of Congress from Maryland, which Rutherford can trust -- the President has little time to spend on such requests. Autograph letter signed, Contemporary copy(?), docketed, incomplete watermark (G.W.'s). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distressed over [Ann's] health--advises her to go to Norfolk as doctor advises--will see her at R[ippon] Lodge in Aug. and go with her to Sulphur Springs or Uncle [Elzey ?]--mustn't stay in \"that sickly hole Richmond\"--promise not to tell Mamma [Christian Blackburn] of her illness--will bring her two little boys down to cheer up [Ann's] health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"4 July '94,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Concern over [Ann's] health--denies she and her husband enjoy scandal, but rest of Prince George [County, Md.] does--comments on uncertain conveyance of mail by stage--desires her to bring her hat to her [at Rippon Lodge] when she comes--talks of her neighbors who enquire after [Ann]--her husband [Nath. Craufurd] very ill with ague and fever--will meet her at R[ippon] Lodge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"July 11,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L. 1 page. Board of Agriculture, Whitehall. If Sir John Sinclair sends a set of the Reports, transmitted to the Board of Agriculture giving accounts of husbandry in counties of the Kingdom, will Mr. Peacey revise them, thus contributing to improvement of agriculture? Autograph letter, in 3rd person.","D.S. 1 page. Henry Lee of Richmond is \"held and firmly bound unto Bushrod Washington his Executors,\" etc. for sixteen hundred pounds.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. Longs to see her--sends Frank down for her and the little girls--lose no time in coming. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Distress over Frank's return without her, and especially over her indisposition--hopes she will be able to come back with Mr. Craufurd on Sunday--sends letter which Frank went off and forgot--Nat [Nathaniel Craufurd, Jr.] very ill--he desires Aunt Nancy [Ann] will bring him plumbs and cake--much obliged for the books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Aug. 11,\" and instructions in S. Craufurd's hand, \"Mr. Brundige will be so kind as to send these letters for Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Washington as soon as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. The Exchange, Fauquier County. He, wife and sick children are at the Exchange for healthy air -- hasn't written or heard from her since recent trip to Mt. Vernon -- will try to visit again shortly -- encloses letter from Mrs. Bassett. [See letter of Aug. 15, 1794, B.C. Bassett to Frances Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, and redirected cover, docketed by F. Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Mrs. Trutton (?) is moving from Mrs. Washington's house, hasn't paid rent due -- she has rented, or sublet, the rest of her time there to Mr. Dobbin, who agrees to stay there for some time if she will agree to paint and stop the roof leaks. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Fanny Washington, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fauquier. Tells of illness of husband John and children -- dangers as they traveled along road to Fauquier, pursued by mad hog -- mentions 4 children. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. C. B.\" [Enclosed with letter of Aug. 13, 1794, John Bassett to Frances Washington].","A.L.S.  2 pages. Eltham. Bettsy [wife?] has been very ill all summer, but has lately been revived by the copious use of wine and bark -- advises Fanny not to go to town in middle of summer, because of ague and fever -- brother John and family went up country to Mr. Robert Lewis's for their health -- Mrs. Lyons ill. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Frances Washington, mutilated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Burwell Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: the estate of Col. Richard Henry Lee ... comments on general distribution of the estate ... suggests that either he (WAW) or Corbin W-n undertake the guadianship of Cassius and Francis Lee ... both to be sent to Georgetown Academy for the time being. Autograph letter signed, integral cover addressed to W.A.W. Haywood. Name on original manuscript appears as \"William A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To Reverend George Smith, Minister at Galston, Scotland. Encloses letters answering Smith's queries to the President relating to affairs of Wm. Hunter, Jr. deceased. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, watermark (J.G.C.). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Ill health and business prevented his going to visit her or even writing -- he is even unable to return to Mr. Robert Lewis's [The Exchange, Fauquier County] for Mrs. Bassett -- expresses affection for Fanny and her children, telling her they have an \"excellent pattern\" in her, while she has \"the best of guides, an amiable and benevolent heart.\" Autograph letter signed, separate cover, laminated, watermark (crown over GR).","A.L.S. 1 page. This letter will introduce an old acquaintance--hopes she is riding out on horseback by now--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] has no return [of her illness]. Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark incomplete (part of quartered shield). Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","Receipt, to Joseph Litty [?], 1794 October 22. John D. Blanchard to Enoch Skinner, 1794 October 23. Receipt, The escort troop of horse for the prisoners to Philadelphia to John Dickey, 1794 October 23. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to Samuel Thompson, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Marshall David Lenox to George Smith, 1794 October 24. Receipt, Captain Blanchard and Company to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, to Andrew Steel, 1794 October 27. Receipt, John D. Blanchard to John Morrison, 1794 October 27. Receipt, Samuel Wheeler and David C. Claypoole to Philip Sossler and Mary Sossler, 1794 October 27. Receipt, received of Arthur Price, 1794 October 28. Receipt, Captain Blanchard to J. Hake [?], 1794 October 28. Receipt, Jonathan Miller, 1794 October 29","N.S. 1 page. \"The Hide sent I allow you Six shillings for. but as I do not know what sort of Leather will best suit you. I wish you to call yourself \u0026 make choise. or send a person for you.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. She couldn't write from Geo. Town because Sally Forrest's child was ill whole time she was there-don't bother sending old Anabella, for she has decided to have Mrs. Brown [as midwife]--her 3 servant girls will all lay in soon so she will be almost without servants--looks forword to seeing her at end of next month--her children send love--Mr. Tracy is here and [offers her his piano forte ?]. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Glad to hear of her returning health--will come soon to visit her at her new abode--will try to execute her commissions--tell [daughter Sally] she shall have a new frock with sash and pocketbook--Mr. Walker brought them all gifts from Phila.--old Mrs. Craufurd dead--\"Our uncle\" in Geo. Town has very elegant furnishings--will accompany her there for visit in Spring--send some books for Mr. [Nathaniel] Craufurd to read while she is lying in--direct [letters] by stage near Bladensburg as most certain way. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. They are well--mortified Papa [Th. Blackburn] didn't come to see them on his trip to George Town--hasn't received letter he wrote--will look for her at end of month--news of neighbors--Mrs. Craufurd died. Autograph letter signed, separate piece of cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 8,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]94 Dec. 5.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Mrs. H - Y's rude conduct--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd thanks her for watch piece--will send her prices of damask, etc.--Charles Lee a ladies' man--Mr. and Mrs. Thornton--thanks for little cap [for baby]-- fears she and child won't live, but is reconciled to her fate--begs for book to read during her lying in, for \"its such a lonesome time.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Dec. 15,\" watermark incomplete (H[?]). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Parliamentary act. Printed document, 1 page. \"An act to continue the Laws now in Force for regulating the Trade between the Subjects of His Majesty's Dominions and the Inhabitants of the Territories belonging to the United States of America, so far as the same relate to the Trade and Commerce carried on between this Kingdom and the Inhabitants of the Countries Belonging to the said United States.\" George III, Regis.","Philadelphia, Printed broadside document full sheet George Washington in a proclamation set aside February 19, 1795, a day of Thanksgiving. Addressed on the verso to the Rev. Mr. Newell.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Wishes them all a happy new year--hopes to see her little girl [Sally] in April if she lives--mother [Christian Blackburn] is with her, consoles her in her present gloomy situation--her two little boys, Nathaniel and Tom--thanks her and Kitty [Blackburn] for the sash--will inform her of any changes in her situation. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Jan. 12.","A.L.S. 1 page. Norfolk. She is now at home, wishes to see her Aunt Nancy [Ann] and Uncle Bushrod [Washington]. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Back home after staying with Sally [Brown ?]--stayed in George Town 10 days due to little Christian's illness--glad Kitty [Blackburn] reads to Mr. Wyth's wife--wishes the old gentleman [Wyth] would teach her some geography. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked to go by \"Stage,\" postmarked \"Dumfries [ ],\" watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 Feb. 22.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dumfries. Came here but found her sister had left for water side--will follow her, distressed over her condition---all at Rippon Lodge are well. Autograph letter signed, cover laminated to letter, laminated, postmarked ([ ] March 22), directed by \"Stage,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Feeling very low--tobacco lost when tobacco house was blown down, mare lost her foal, and their \"great relation\" demands payment of principal of a sum--expects ruin--the harder her husband works, the more fortune seems against him--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] sends love and will write a letter to her. Autograph letter signed, (incomplete), laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Insists since her debility is coming on, she should go to the Springs or another healthy climate, even if she will be away from Mr. [Bushrod] Washington for a while--will go with her if it suits--Tommy [Blackburn] very ill, must leave and go elsewhere--Kitty [Blackburn] got home safely--should she put apricots in box and send them by stage? Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]95 June 16.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Fears [Ann] has had another bilious attack--neighborhood has been very social--old Tracey has left people in vicinity in the lurch, and they are not longer fond of him--Mary [the baby] has been very ill--she looks much like their departed [sister] Polly--other children well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by \"Stage,\" postmarked by hand \"Geo Town June 29,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Printed document signed, 1 page. Revenue inspectors form (July 8, 1795) Providence, R.I., No. 1133, Ship George Washington. \"I certify, that Brown and Francis have imported according to the Law, in the Ship George Washington from Canton, One Chest of Tea, marked as per Margin.\" Signed William Barton, Inspector of the Revenue.","A.L.S. 1 page. Studley, Hanover County, VA. Mentions Fanny's approaching marriage to [Tobias] Lear -- invites them to come to Studley to visit -- [Mrs. Lyons was Fanny's aunt. She was married to Judge Peter Lyons, and the sister of Col. Burwell Bassett]. Autograph letter signed, docketed by F. Washington, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Lyons.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] July 12.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood Park. Much obliged for her present--thank Mamma [Christian Blackburn] for tamarinds--glad [Mamma] is going to Bath for health--little Mary [Craufurd] very ill and emaciated--will dry peaches for her--afraid Mamma didn't like her cherries for she gave them away. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. [Ann's] letter relieved her of anxieties over parent [Christian Blackburn]--[Mary] much improved; thinks she will live--glad to hear her Brother [Richard] and Sister Judith are coming to visit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, postmarked by hand \"Aug. 7,\" directed by \"Stage,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1795 Aug. [7]?","A.N.S. 1 page. Richmond City. Requesting payment of debt to James Beckwith in the settlement of Arthur Lee's estate. With executor's note of acceptance, signed by Wm. Aug. Washington and Corbin Washington, Aug. 24, 1795.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).","A.D.S. 1 page. Received £475.10.1 for President, specifying how much was received in bank notes, French crowns, silver coin, and gold coin. [This is for rents collected by Lewis for Washington; see letter of same date, Robert Lewis to George Washington.] Autograph document signed, docketed by R. Lewis.","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood Park. Can't be at Rippon Lodge until Oct. 10th--expects [Ann] to spend next summer with them [at Greenwood]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Sept. 30,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Unable to come to Rippon Lodge right away--will wait and come down with Sally [Sarah Craufurd]--sends Judy the things she wants; fears her health will be no better til after delivery. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (obscured). Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Arrived here after horrid ride by Stage--everyone here well--Brother [Richard Scott Blackburn] expected tomorrow--his youngest christened Judith Ball--will send patterns  and padlock by first opportunity--papa [Thos. Blackburn] never received books [Ann] sent him. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. C.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. News of death of Judy Blackburn [wife of Richard S.]--she was delivered ten days ago of twins--one is dead--break news to Nancy [Ann Washington] and Sally [Sarah Craufurd] as gently as possible--he has disguised [his hand writing] on direction as well as he could. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked by hand \"Dumf. 22th Oct.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington. -Mr. Philips, a gentleman from England, wants to see the seat at Mt. Vernon--Pearce should show him attentions and activities. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Announces Juda's [Judith Blackburn] death--one of her infants died before her--her dying request that Nancy [Ann] take Jenny--children well--[Thomas Blackburn] still lame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795] Oct. 25.","Account book, A.D.S. 9 pages. \"Account of Toll Grain Received at Mill Brook mill ...\" An account of wheat, corn, rye, and buckwheat received. On cover: \"Betty Lewis Mill Brook 2d Apriel 1796.\" Autograph document signed, bound.","A.L.S. 1 page. Oaks. Will leave tomorrow morning--entreats her to keep up her spirits and follow Dr. Horner's advice. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joseph, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. [Nath.] Craufurd arrived and gave news of them--have Dr. McClurg's advice for Tommy's [T. Blackburn, Jr.] illness and charge it to him--try to keep Tommy in good company--his leg grows worse, will keep him from visiting them this fall or winter--books she sent him by Smocks stage didn't arrive--compliments to \"the elder Mrs. Washn.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Glad her health improves--enquired about books she sent him by stage but can learn nothing--her brother will give her news of their present situation. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge encloses is $55. to pay duty on a pipe of wine for the President -- asks to be informed when this letter arrives safely. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, laminated, in a later hand \"from GW's secy paying for wine,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","Manuscript copy. D. 3 pages. Washington leaves his wife, Frances (Fanny Bassett), 1/4 of his plantation and stock. To son George Fayette, part of a tract in Berkeley County; 1000 acres of land \"situated in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia line on the Ohio River;\" and his gold watch. To son Charles Augustine, the remaining land in Berkeley Co. and 1000 acres of the above land on Ohio River. To daughter [Anna] Maria, 666 2/3 acres of the Ohio River land, a lot in Alexandria, 4 lots in Fredericksburg, and 2 male slaves (Gabriel and Frederick). All 3 children receive 1/4 of GAW's plantation, stock, etc. Other bequests 10 pounds annually to be paid \"to my Negro Charles\" and frees Charles at Frances' death or remarriage. To \"my young friend George W.P. Custis my silver hilted Sword.\" To George Washington: \"I return the golden headed cane which I received from him. I request him to accept of my grey riding Horse and new saddle and bridle as the last testimonial of my most grateful and affectionate regard for him.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1795]. Witnesses: J. Dandridge, Burwell Bassett, C.P. Lyons, M.W. Dandridge.","A.L.S. 1 page. Eleanor Custis regrets that she was not at home when Mrs. Wolcott came. She relates that her grandmother [Martha Washington] gave her the present and the lock of hair. She expresses her thanks for them and extends her wishes for the happiness of the Wolcotts. Date on catalog card is c. 1795.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Glad she and Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] health is good--he himself is better but feels his constitution declining--thanks for their attention to Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]; hopes their watchful eye has put end to his disapation--never received Mr. [Bushrod] W[ashington's] letter--sorry venison was bad--Fowler Wood has left, and they don't get even a duck--will send for Kitty [in Md.] when weather permits. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries Jan. 12.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Inquires what money is necessary for Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.'s] expenses--Tommy wrote Nancy [Ann Washington] had loaned him money--encloses 2 notes on Alexa. bank--inform him if he receives money--Kitty [Blackburn] just returned from Maryland. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"postpaid\" in Blackburn's hand, postmarked \"[ ] Jan. [ ],\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with integral address panel. Saw Hill. Apologizes for not answering his letter sooner and gives explanation. Discusses sale of land versus keeping it. Discusses his opinion on the Vindication of Edmund Randolph, George Washington, and his administration.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes that Washington will not lease forever his lot in Alexandria, and will sell only for high cash price -- suggests Summers should make his best offer for it, and President will consider it. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. D.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. President will not dispose of advertised lands until September -- but he will receive offers now altogether or separately. Autograph document signed, draft, docketed by Dandridge, fragment of G.W.'s watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","L. 1 page. President Washington has instructed Dandridge (his secretary) to inform the Secretary of War that he agrees with the ideas of the enclosed papers. [There is no knowledge what was in those papers]. Also recommendation for troop movement. Letter, unsigned, on GW watermark paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Dandridge.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Whitehall. Says Americans \"cruelly persecuted many worthy and respectable men\" during the war, but \"that is now past.\" Offers best wishes for his happiness in America, and that \"it may long enjoy the benefits of the Presidency of Washington, whose great character and virtues alone could have preserved order in an infant state, composed of such heterogenous and ungovernable radicals.\" Discusses war with France and other international affairs.","Diary. A.D. 53 pages, including backs of covers. No longer bound together. Mostly a day by day of happenings on his plantations--crops, sales of fish, plowing, burning brush, clearing ground, etc.--trip to Mt. Vernon with [Rental] money for G.W., and expenses along way--at Mount Vernon \"flattered [Wm.] Pearce [manager] extremely with his good management.\"--visits of relatives and friends--prices paid for various goods--fishing--payment of accounts for the president--elections at court house--\"Visited Mrs. Haney who lays ill, and wrote her Will agreeable to her request...\" [distant kinswoman of G.W.'s - see letter dated June 26, 1796, Writings, XXXV, 99]--death and burial of Mrs. Haney--news of the Jay treaty--collecting [rents] and paying debts for G.W.--birth of a daughter June 18 and death a month later--detailed bargain with Mr. Fisher \"to new Iron\" a wagon--July 6, \"Gave the negroes a holliday.\" Autograph document, bound volume, first pages of book torn out. Date on original catalog card appears [1796][Mar.]28-July 18.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hannah writes to her son about his sister's poor health, plans to see him in Dumfries, also writes about other family members - his brother, wife and their youngest child. Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bloomsbury Square. Congratulations to his brother on his recent marriage to Eliza Parke Custis. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Autograph letter signed with address panel. Richmond. Marshall writes to Lee about the sale of property and slaves and the suicide of lawyer Alexander Campbell, who was due to appear in Philadelphia for the Hunter v. Fairfax case. Marshall suggests going to Mount Vernon on Tuesday, where President George Washington was at home visiting.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Petersburg, West Hill. Bolling discusses their approaching marriage in courtly terms (\"When I reflect that I am favored by you with a partiality ....\") -- Jack Stith, who is delivering the letter to Sarah, was refused in his amour with Miss Tabb -- Bolling sends Sarah a \"Pocket Book\" as a gift and \"small proof of my unceasing attention to you\" and mentions several of \"Sisters Stith\". The couple was married in August 1796 -- Sarah was a daughter of Laurence Washington of Digby on Chotank Creek, distantly related to George Washington -- this Laurence is mentioned in Washington's will as a friend and acquaintance \"of my Juvenile years.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, marked \"favoured by Mr. Stith.\"","Pencil sketch of George Washington by Benjamin Henry Latrobe cut from a sketchbook. Note with sketch reads \"Sketch of Genl. Washington stolen at Mount Vernon while he was looking to discover a distant vessel in the Potomac in which he expected some of his friends from Alexandria. taken from a sketch book of my father's, date 1796.\" Letter of provenance accompanying sketch says the inscription was written by Julia Latrobe who gave it to her grand-nephew Latrobe Weston. (Letter A-1104).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Haywood. Requests final statements on his executorship accounts for the estates of Dr. Lee and Colo. R[ichard] H[enry] Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A balance sheet showing debits and credits of W.A.W. ... Nicholas Muse, James Park, Richard Henry Lee's estate, Henry W-n are names appearing on debit side ... Muse, Sanford, appear on credit side ...See also 1796-1797 W.A.W. in account with same firm.","D.S. 1 page. An entirely manuscript check drawn on the Bank of Alexandria, to John Thomas (Tommas) or bearer for $200. Signed by \"William Pearce for George Washington, Esqr.\" Document signed, fragment, canceled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. -introduction of Mr. Potts, a gentleman lately from England-wants to visit the Seat of the President--the residence of the man whose fame all Europe acknowledge-any civilities shown him and Mr. Milburn (his companion) will pleasing and acknowledged. Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Alexandria, to Hannah Washington in Bushfield. Corbin writes to his mother about business affairs, travel, and the health of his family.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appointment of Henry Lee, by William Augustine Washington, to receive monies owed from the State of Maryland. Witnessed by William Rice.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria.  With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with \"Law and politicks\" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 4 pages. An inventory of the estate of George Augustine Washington including a list of \"Stock and Utensils on his Farm in Fairfax County\" appraised and to be divided equally between Washington's wife, Fanny Bassett, and children, Charles Augustine, George Fayette and Anna Maria. Also, a list of books and the \"disposition of Major Washington's Estate agreeably to his Will.\"","Printed broadside. \"Good farm\" land for sale in County of Rutherford, District of Morgan, state of North Carolina. Describes the climate, what is being grown now, the inhabitants, the wood, the roads, mills. The Broad River flows into the center of the county and can be used for navigation. Thought to relate to Washington's estate.","A.D. 1 page. Account for taxes on land. Autograph document, burned fragment only, laminated. On reverse is receipt signed by John Sheppard, dated April 11, 1798, for full amount.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of William Augustine Washington with Henderson, Ferguson and Gibson. Balance sheet ... Nicholas Muse, Henry W-n, Richard Henry Lee estate, John Ashton, James Park on debit side, John, Nicholas and James Muse, Patrick Sanford on credit side ...","A.N.S. 1 page. \"Received 20th January 1797 from Mrs. Betty Lewis 1 Green Hide... 19/3 for G. Heiskell.\"","D.S. 1 page. Account with Patrick Callahan as miller for G.W. Includes herring, flour, beef, etc. supplied by G.W. and cash paid him as part of his hire as miller - £52.8.0 balances out.","Receipt. A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $30. on account of \"my hire\" [as miller for G.W.] Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 379, 1797 Feby. 17th Patrick Callahan for £9. to acc. of his hire.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Dandridge writes at Washington's direction, returning any testimonials and letters which had been presented to the President in Barton's behalf. Autograph letter signed, Draft, docketed by Dandridge, G.W.'s watermark. Name on original catalog card appears as \"B. D.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to advancing pay and money owed to John Kelly for work. Signed by Thomas Kennedy with return note signed by J. Gilpin.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. In regards to pay for Jack Ridgeway. Signed by Thomas Kennedy. Reverse side note records pay to Ridgeway.","A.N.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Potomac River Company. Note to pay James Montgomery, signed by John Templeman. Reverse side note says payment was received, Alexandria, April 28, 1797.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--\"She is the picture of two beloved angels\"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] April 1797\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.","A.N.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Note to pay William Mills. Signed by John Templeman.","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for two pounds for knitting seine twine into a centre for a Seine. Autograph document signed, in hand of Anderson, fragment, laminated, docketed \"No. 381\", Rect. 7 April 1797 [L?] Caywood for Kniting a Siene £2.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Matildaville. Potomac River Company.  Note to pay William Compton. Signed by Frederick Laffler (?) and John Templeman. Reverse note shows paid in full on May 15, 1797.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Itemized list for receipt of payment. Joseph Gilpin, William Hartshorne.","A.D.S. 1 page. Potomac River Company. Receipt for payment to John Leary for three barrels beef and three barrels pork. Payment received from Thomas Kennedy. Signed with mark of John Leary.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Two [slaves] have run away, one breaking down a door where he was confined--ring leader is Bill who is influenced by his mother--hopes she and papa [who evidently owns the mother] won't let her off this time for \"I believe she has a desire to ruin us if she possibly can\"--requests Papa's [T. Blackburn] help in bringing them back, for it ruins them, losing them at this busy time. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Receipt for $17.06. Autograph document signed, laminated, No. 387 endorsed receipt, badly faded.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. Relates to the settlement of the co-partnership account with Butler. Col. Washington is also concerned with a joint bond given to a Mr. William L. Lee.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Marlbro. Denies her last letter was cold, altho it had melancholy note--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] will go down to [Alexandria] soon, and she herself plans to visit [Ann] too--Sally [Offitt Craufurd] will write; she looks badly, hopes smallpox will be of value to her delicate frame. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Mr. Seton, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Frestel, the tutor of G.W. Lafayette, writes a friendly, affectionate letter on behalf of himself and George on eve of departure for France -- they send regards to her brother and grand parents. Autograph letter signed, written in French, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. Frestel.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £323.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed by John Sowers. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff Joseph Longacre as the result of a suit brought by Thomas Harrison, William Wilson and Co. Document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by John Sowers.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Reid must have been a client. Bushrod instructs him in the correct procedure for serving a decree on the defendants in an unidentified suit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, (Richmond Postal Mark).","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Account with Vowells for 22 1/2 bushels flaxseed delivered to them and received in exchange 26 3/4 bushels salt. Autograph document signed, laminated, endorsed on back \"No. 48.\"","Printed and holograph document, signed. 1 page. Robert Lewis binds himself unto John and George Lewis\" ... to the Estate of Fielding Lewis deceased in the just and full sum of\" 498 pounds. However, if Robert Lewis pays 249 pounds by January 1, 1799, the bond is considered fulfilled. Note on verso: \"To a Negroe you sold in Stafford County belonging to/F[rom] Lewis's Estate.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to \"My dear friend\" and closes with greetings \"affectionately to Mrs. P.\" but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript \"Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?\" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings but that the letter was being written in his office. Autograph letter signed, docketed, in a later hand is \"Nephew and principal heir of Genl. Washington judge of the Supreme Court of the United States lately deceased,\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 Jan. 10. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","D.S. 1 page. Bond.  Fulton agrees to pay Mrs. Washington, widow of George Augustine Washington, thirty-five pounds \"... upon the first day of January next ensuing [1799] ... for the hire of a Negro Man named Reuben for one year ...\" Frances Bassett Washington (Lear) died in 1796 so it is unclear who this document is really intended for, or if the date is incorrect.","A.D. 2 pages. List by name and purchase price of twelve Negroes purchased by George Lewis (10), John Lewis (1) and C.[harles?] Carter (1). Note on verso reads: \"Mr. Ferrell will deliver you some bonds belonging the [Betty Lewis] Estate. The Receipts [ ] of the Estate in hands Mr. B. Parke [signed] J. Lewis.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed on back, marked \"No. 47\", laminated. A bill for one hogshead. Receipted by Thos. Vowell.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £12.7.6 for restuffing two sofas, repairing frames, castors. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed, laminated, incomplete watermark. Receipted by Geo. Taylor and co.","Account. D.S. 1 and a quarter page. List of blacksmithing services provided by Grymes for Lewis. Total owed Grymes: £10, 11 shillings. Document, docketed.","Account. D. 1 page. Hansford, a blacksmith, lists services provided to Lewis, George Washington's nephew, who lived in the Fredericksburg area. Total owed Hansford: £1 17 shillings 1 pence. Document, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood. Writes to ask Fitzgerald to consult with Edmund Lee over terms of James Thompson's proposals for buying wheat crop from William Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, \"Favrd by Mr. J. Thompson\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. A. Washington.\" [Fitzgerald was prominant merchant in Alexa. and formerly an aid to G.W. in Revolution].","A.L.S. 1 page. Discusses inclement weather, trying to get from Alexandria to Westmoreland, voyage, illness of unidentified person, possibly sister. Corbin Washington letter to brother Bushrod Washington.","A.D. 1 page. Account of Joseph Simpson's, bonds, notes, etc., some in favor of George Stovin. Autograph document, silked, docketed \"B. Taylor's acct.\" Date on original catalog card appears 1798 [May] 3.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield. Corbin writes his apologies for not writing more often and says that \"the circumstances of my family have shut me out from all information, and rendered me entirely dependant on my friends for now and then a gleam of light\" -- while professing to be apolitical, he recognizes that private happiness depends on proper functioning of \"the great public machine\" -- his wife recovers her health -- the Leeton family arrived in good health. Autograph letter signed, docketed by Lee (?), integral cover, laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 May 13.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for £10.0.0 for house rent from Feb. 14-[May 14th] at £40 per annum. Autograph document signed, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington, watermark.","D. 1 page. Bill for £1.1.1/2 for 6 1/2 yds. of painted cloth. Document, fragment, charred by fire, laminated, docketed by B. Washington \"J. Thompson pd. [ ] a charge of a fee for [ ]\" incomplete watermark.","Bond. A.D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington for £156.12.6, signed by Warner Washington and John Washington, and witnessed Griffin Taylor. Warner had been in the custody of Sheriff George Noble as the result of a suit brought by Charles McThurston. Autograph document signed, signed by Warner and John Washington, witnessed by Griffin Taylor, incomplete watermark.","Letter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send \"the picture up, by the first opportunity.\" Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Nelly writes to McHenry about yellow fever in Philadelphia and the standard that she commissioned for a volunteer dragoon in Alexandria.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rippon Lodge. Couldn't write earlier because of Aunt Ballett's illness--gave Dickey [Richard S. Blackburn] the bill which he will inclose to Mr. [Bushrod] Washington--[letter] very faded and hard to decipher]. Autograph letter signed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\" Date on original catalog card appears [17]98 [Sept. 8 ?].","Manuscript copies of excerpts from two letters about the Quasi-War with France, supposedly provided to Alexander Hamilton circa September 1798. The first letter is from George Washington to Timothy Pickering, 9 September 1798. The second is from George Cabot to Timothy Pickering, 27 September 1798.","D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Denman and Co. in Philadelphia, makes this receipt for £57.18.9 received from Clement Biddle for blankets; signed by Matthew Kean for the maker, Denman and Co. The blankets were for Washington. Document signed, fragment, in hand of T. Lear.","Bill. D.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. A receipted bill in the amount of $152.13 for a library bookcase for Gen. Washington and 282 feet of casing. Receipted by John Douglass. Document signed, in unknown hand.","Bill. D. 1 page. A receipted bill for $11.23 (or £ 11.23.0) for a picture frame 16 feet 4 inches -- made out to Clement Biddle \"for Genl. Washington\" by John McEllwee, and the receipt signed by John Rorke. Document, fragment, in hand of John Rorke. Date on original catalog card appears [1798] [Dec. 19].","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses $50 bill received, for tobacco, and requests him to pay her tax at court today--just paid Mr. B. Lee £10 for folder--this is last of her [money]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, \"Mrs. H. Washington 1798,\" marked \"Hon'd by Mr. B. Lee,\" laminated. Date on original catalog card appears [1798]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"H. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Praising their mutual friend, George Washington. In this letter, the Earl of Buchan mentions that his nephew, David Erskine, is travelling to America and plans to visit Mount Vernon. Integral cover.","L. 2 pages. Tayloe writes to Secretary of War James McHenry that he is honored by President's late appointment of him, but prefers to delay decision of acceptance -- he will pay personal respects to war office. Docketed 'Mount Vernon, 6th Feby. '99 from His Excy. Genl. Washington with my reply 22d. Feby.' Letter, a true copy, teste by Wm. Holburne, incomplete watermark (1794).","A business letter giving Webb information on sending the money he owes, Lawrence further expresses that he has taken Mrs. Webb's advice and had married Eleanor Parke Custis, stating his happiness with his wife.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Powel writes to say she paid James McAlpin's bill for Bushrods black satin robe -- she hopes Mrs. Anne Blackburn Washington's health has improved -- she is glad Bushrod was at the wedding of Nelly Custis and Lawrence Lewis, and says \"I was certain that when Mrs. Washington found the thing inevitable she would act with propriety, indeed from all I can learn she has every Reason to approve her Grand-Daughter's choice.\" -- Powel agrees with Bushrod on the deplorable state of the Southern roads, especially those of Maryland -- the elopement of Maria Bingham (a child of 15) with a French count was shocking -- shares news of Philadelphia people -- mentions \"your excellent Mother's\" sorrows [at death of Corbin Washington ?]. Autograph letter signed, retained copy, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Greenwood. She and sister [Nancy] enjoy a weeks holiday--tries to progress in her lessons, begins French--mentions children [brothers] who send love to Aunt Nancy and Uncle Bushrod. Autograph letter signed, part of a cover laminated to letter, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha Point Pleasant. Recommends 6 men from this county as officers in the lately established army -- [included is a separate sheet docketed \"Thos. Lewis June 14, 1799, containing names of 6 men recommended by Lewis,\" in another hand]. See also 1799 June 14, W. H. Cavandish to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"June 14\" on a separate sheet (see below), laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Kanawha County. See 1799 June 13, Thomas Lewis to James McHenry. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Sends names of men who seek military commissions ...","Check from the Bank of the United States. Signed by John Nicholson paid to Mr. James Andrews or Bearer, Amount $944.15. Mr. Nicholson was one of the founders of the bank.","Purchase note. A Ninety Day Sight Note issued by Charles Alders' Co., Madeira, on September 20, 1799, to William T. Smith of Philadelphia for £84 British Sterling, directed to Tobias Lear on the account of George Washington on Nov. 14, 1799 and the amount recorded in his cash memoranda book of the same day.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Lear writes this follow up letter because no answers were received to earlier letters ordering 2 pipes of wine -- does Pintard have any in this country? -- if so, send some immediately as the General's wine supply is depleted and Washington only wants wine of superior quality. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed by Lear, enclosed in letter to Elias Boudinot, laminated, watarmark (1794). Not in Writings. [See draft of letter to Elias Boudinot, same date, on reverse of this letter].","A.L.S.  1 page. Greenwood. Looks forward to receiving her for a visit--sorry for Mamma [Christian Blackburn] having so much to fatigue her at her time of life. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Joe, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","Account, Document signed, 1 page. Though it is now in two pieces, amount due Lear is $42.24. Signed by Lear as being correct.","A.L.S. 1 page. A Letter-account itemizing the amount due Lear for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. $234.39 is the amount totaled up. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Swan, P. M. General.\"","A.L.S. 1 page and A.N.S. 1 page.  Autograph letter signed, a receipt for the sum of $234.39 being the pay for forage and subsistence for Sept.-Oct., 1799. Also in folder, note of receipt signed by Lear, \"Received of Caleb Swan PM Genl. The sum of two hundred and thirty four 39/100 dollars, being my pay...\"","A.L. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lear writes to Pintard that Mr. Alder from Madeira has sent 2 pipes of wine to General Washington, to be picked up in Philadelphia -- payment by draft has been made -- nevertheless, Washington will accept 1 pipe of Pintard's offered wine from his private store in this country, provided it is still of the best quality after being imported six years ago. Autograph letter, draft, docketed by Lear, watermarked. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Congratulations on her birthday--worried over Mr. Washington's cough--Mamma [Christian Blackburn] has left--her little boys, David, Bushrod and George--Mr. Magruder's failure for 500,000 dollars--Major De Butts sails for Italy--received books from her and will take good care of them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover with several messages written on the cover, laminated, directed \"to be left at the Cross Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Cordial letter of acknowledgment for two pipes of Madeira wine which had just arrived. Expresses Mrs. Washington's appreciation for a gift of two boxes of citron.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Impending death of George Washington--\"I think he cannot survive through the night\"--come and bring Mrs. Law if possible--Dr. Craik, Dr. Dick, and Dr. Brown are here.","Letter from Tobias Lear to Burgess Ball, December 15, 1799 informing him of Washington's death.","Funeral Announcement. D. 1 page. 'The Remains of General Washington [will be de]posited in the family Vault, at mount Ve[rnon on Wed]nesday the 18th instant, at twelve O'Clock. Should the weather be unfa[vorable on Wed]nesday, - the Funeral will take place [Thursday] at the same hour.' Watermarked - Holograph in the hand of Albin Rawlins.","Bill to the estate of George Washington. 2 boxes of Mould Candles 104 nett, for a total charge of £7.19.0. Mackenzie signed the bill as having received payment in full on May 24, 1800.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Announces death of George Washington--description of G.W.'s last days and hours and his death--\" ... he could scarcely speak and breathed with difficulty, his complaint being an inflamatory sore throat, usually called the Quincy.\"--Drs. Craik, Dick and Brown sent for--\" ... between ten and eleven o'clock at night, he resigned his breath into the hand that gave it.\"--\" ... not a groan or a complaint escaped him.-with the most perfect resignation, and in full possession of his reason to the last moment he gave up his life.\"--\"He was fully sensible of his approaching dissolution for some time before we could persuade ourselves but that there was a hope left and he frequently told the Physicians that their efforts would be in vain ... As often as he could speak he would mention to me something which he wished to have done. And his last words, about a quarter of an hour before he died, were to me thus - 'My dear Friend I am just about to change this Scene, my breath can continue but a few moments, You will have me decently interred, and do not let my body be put into the Tomb in less than two days after my death.' He there feld his own pulse ceased ...\"--Mrs. W's fortitude--\" ... she yields not to that grief, which would be softened by tears.\"--saw his children about 6 weeks ago--\"I beg that no part of it [the letter] therefore may be published; for I presume that everything which relates to this afflicting event will be eagarly sought after by the public.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated watermark. Mary Stilson Lear was the mother of Tobias Lear.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Charles Cotesworth Pinckney writes from Harper's Ferry three days after George Washington's death offering his condolences for this \"irreparable loss\" to Tobias Lear at Mount Vernon, Martha Washington, and Nelly Parke Custis Lewis.","On May 3, 1800, Keith Smith received the amount above after appearing and proving the statement before George Taylor. \"To making 1 suit cloathes (black) for John Anderson £1.16.0.","Bill. For 40 pounds of pound cake at 3/6 for a total of £7.0.0. One basket which contained the cake to be returned to Judy Edick. George Edick signed the account on March 28, 1800, as having received payment from Jim Anderson (likely James Anderson).","Orders for the funeral of George Washington. Manuscript copy, 4 pages. Signed by the Adjutant General, William North. \"Major General Hamilton has received through the Secretary of War the following order, From the President of the United States.\" Ordered December 21, 1799, Philadelphia. Signed December 24, 1799 in the Adjutant General's office.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Greenwood. Craufurd bewails the recent death of George Washington -- \"it haunts my slumbers and in the day I can think of nothing else\" -- wishes to write Sister Nancy [Ann Blackburn Washington] -- poor Bushrod Washington, his uncle first and \"I suppose next his Brother [Corbin] will fall victims to the unrelenting hand of death.\" -- speaks of Mr. Craufurd's illness and other family matters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed in a later hand \"Death of Gen. Washington mentioned,\" Ms. badly torn and disintegrated, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Herbert.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"Long before they can reach you, your heart and the hearts of your fellow citizens will be made sorrowful by the suffering and melancholly of the death of one excellent fellow citizen Gen. Washington ...\" Autograph letter signed, black seal, docketed.","Bill. For making suits with buttons for Mr. Lear, Mr. George Rawlins [sic] Mr. Sims and Mr. Wilson. Also for making a pair of breeches for Mr. Dowdal. Total charges came too £7.18.3.","Bill. A.D.S. 3 pages. Addressed to James Anderson. Bill for mourning suits made for family and servants to wear when around the Mansion. Noted with monies received. Misnumbered on the top right corner as 'MS-2350,' corrected in the catalog book to MS-3050.","D. 1 page. For rendering funeral honors to the deceased General Washington. Appears over names of J.M. Hughes, Ebenezer Stevens, Jacob Morton, James Farlie, John Stagg junr. (Committee of Arrangement). Printed document, mounted on cardboard.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter mentioned \"We have had great to do in the city occasioned by the death of General Washington. I send you a newspaper wherein you may read the procession which may be of some gratification to you,\" ... with integral address leaf, Philadelphia postmark.","Manuscript eulogy. A.D.S. 16 pages. Docketed: \"Eulogy on Washington delivered in Medway [Massachusettes] D. 1799 by Dr. Abigah Richardson.\"","A.D. 11 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account of moneys received and expended from G.W.'s death to 1802, including am't of cash in house at G.W.'s death, amt. pd. doctors, money spent for cake at G.W.'s funeral, expenses on his houses in Washington, taxes, payment of legacies, building vault, for whiskey furnished at sale at Mount Vernon; money received from purchases at sales was main income during the period. Autograph document, copy, docketed, in hand of L. Lewis, laminated. Certified by Alexander Moore, Court Commissioner of Fairfax County, Va.","Executor's inventory, original. 51 pages. Listing and appraisal of everything at Mt. Vernon by rooms, including books in library and contents of outbuildings--also livestock, tools, farm equipment, etc. on each farm--negroes--Appraisal sworn to by Thomson Mason, Tobias Lear, Thomas Peter and Wm. H. Foote. Bound volume, 6 blank pages, docketed \"Inventory and Appraisement of the estate of Genl. Geo. Washington - 1810 Augt. Returned and ordered to be recorded,\" silked. Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1800]. Ordered and recorded on August 20, 1810 teste Wm. [Moss ?]. [See under same date a draft of this same inventory].","Inventory, draft. A.D. 64 pages. Inventory by room of articles at Mount Vernon, with appraised values -- includes contents of mansion house, kitchen, office, storehouse, washhouse, gardeners house, salt house, black smith shop, etc. -- also inventory of livestock, and farm equipment on each of the farms, the distillery, mill -- on the mansion house farm, inventory of articles in barn, greenhouse, lost, fish house, etc., paint cellar -- lists of gardeners tools, linen, etc., and plated ware, etc. -- list of books and pamphlets in library by case, with some marked \"Taken by B[ushrod] Washington\" and \"Mrs. Lewis's property,\" \"taken by G. Washington\", and \"To Mrs. Washington,\" -- maps, charts, etc. -- includes number of Negroes owned by George Washington in his own right, \"which Mrs. Washington intending to liberate at the end of the present year, can only be valued for the service of the working negroes for one year.\" Autograph document, draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"An Inventory etc. of Articles at Mount Vernon with their appraised value, annexed.\" watermark. Date on original catalog card appears [1800?], but an entry on page 59 enumerates the slave population \"which Mrs. Washington [is] intending to liberate at the end of the present year.\" Since she signed a deed of manumission for her deceased husband's slaves in December 1800, the date of this estate inventory would seem to be 1800.","Document, printed and sold by Graupner of Boston. Sheet music. \"The Battle of Prague favorite Sonata forte with Accompanyments. G. Washington President of The United States.\"","Patriotic songbook. 30 pages. Bound manuscript, handwritten by Maria Dickinson. Volume contains patriotic songs (handwritten) mentioning Washington and the American Revolution.","Two sketches shows pyramid-like structure surmounted by statue, and inscription below. Date on original catalog card appears [1800 ?]. On a separate page is a proposed inscription in Latin on reverse of cover. Watermark (crown over armed figure), 3 pages.","Printed copy of GW's will. Signed by Lawrence Lewis.","Bill, Clerk of Fairfax to the Executors of GW's will. First charge recorded in January is for \"Recording the Will\" for $4.55. Various other fees are itemized as docketing, attorney's fees, and charges for copies of various declarations. Total bill signed by Mr. Deneale, Clerk, came to $12.96.","One bound volume, 23 pages. Executor's account of sales, meetings of legatees, etc. -- contains the following: Mar. 5, 1800, list of those who purchased horses and jacks from estate with amounts paid; Oct. 15, 1800: list of sales of cattle, milk cows and oxen from estate with amount paid; undated (see card 4, June 7, 1803): list of lot sales in Washington City; James River Shares, Ashby's Bend land, tract in Frederick, Aris's land lots in Bath, Bullskin land, Chattins run etc. with name of purchaser and price per acre; Nov. 12, 1801: Sale of cows, bulls, steers, jacks and jennets, sheep with list of purchaser and amount; July 25, 1802: private sale with account of personal items belonging to G.W., purchaser, and price paid, purchasers here are legatees and deduct purchase price from estate due them, total amount $1882.50; July 21, 1802: \"Payable in Six Months/Sale at Mt. Vernon\" list of purchaser and amount, nothing listed to tell what is sold, total $8340.75, probably the result of meeting of July 19; July 19, 1802: dated Alexandria, an account of a meeting of legatees and executors of G.W.'s estate and agreements made as follows: 1. majority opinion of legatees present govern whole. -- 2. not contest validity of will as to property out of state. -- 3. carriages, horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs and personal estate except stock and bonds to be sold by executors. -- 4. lands on Kanawha and Ohio be divided and rest of land be sold by executors, NW territory and Kentucky lands to be sold. -- 5. stock of U.S., bank stock, Potomac and James River shares to be divided except one share in Potomac Co. sold. -- 6. agree to sale of James River shares and nine shares of Columbia bank stock; June 7, 1803: \"Account of Sales at Alexa. June 7th 1803 of property, belonging to the Estate of Genl. Washn.\" Charles County land, lots in Alexandria here follows list of other land sold as listed on card one undated (this document was bound incorrectly and has not been detached and the sheets in correct order).","Bill, A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for advertising sale of jacks and jennies at Mount Vernon dated Feb. 14, 1800; and for advertising sundries the estate of Mrs. Washington dated June 27, 1802. Receipted for £1.12. by T. Green. Docketed 14 February 1800. Autograph document signed, in hand of Green, docketed, laminated, watermark.","A manuscript book that contains 12 Masonic songs mostly associated with New England (lyrics only). Also includes poems or songs on George Washington and his death. Northampton, Massachusetts.","Tobias Lear's copy of an explanatory letter from him to John Adams in which he elaborated on Martha Washington's December 31, 1799 letter he wrote on behalf of her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. S. Lyman writes that Doctor James Craik \"wrote a Gentleman in this City, that the General [Washington], with his own Fingers, closed his own Eyes in Death -- this circumstance is a little remarkable, and it showed that he had his reason, and a spirit of resignation ... such was the Death of this great man....\"","D.S. 1 page. Copy of account dated Jan. 8, 1800, \"For Sundries for the Funeral Procession, in honor of the late Commander in Chief Gen. Washington. Use of a Pall ... $5 / Two Black Cloaks ... 2 / Bier ... 2 / 9 dollars [total].\" On Feb. 20, 1800, Haigh acknowledges receipt of payment in Pittsburgh for his expenses at the mock procession. Document signed, docketed.","The House and Senate of Massachusetts express opinions on how General George Washington should properly be commemorated by the public.","Order submitted by John Read and accepted in Massachusetts Senate and followed by the House to accept resolution to wear crepe on left arm in Commemoration of G. Washington's death.","D. 1 page. Alexandria. A bill from Paton and Butcher in the amount of £2.6.[7] for leather and shoe thread. (Date from earlier library cataloging; item was microfilmed as an 1808 item.) Document, fragment, docketed by B. Washington, charred by fire, silked.","Bill. Decr 25th \"To a mah[ogan]y Coffin with silver plate engraved, furnished with lace, handles and a coverd case with lifters $ 88.\" \"To sundry charges $11.25.\" For a total bill of $99.25. Particular charges were for \"Hire of the Cochee,\" \"Hire of the Bier\" and the \"Hire of a Horse.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The writers request answers to several specific questions about their role as executors of Washington's will -- they require Simms's professional advice because Judge Bushrod Washington (another executor) hasn't arrived yet. Autograph letter signed, in hand of George S. Washington (?,) laminated, G.W.'s watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Simms answers questions put by them [see letter of Jan. 20, 1800] as executors of George Washington's estate -- among other things, he assures them they can dispose of personal property and wheat at private sales, but an account must be kept of articles disposed of in this way, and must be included in the estate inventory. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ch. Simms.\"","Bill. D. 1 page. Bill for 1 coopers-axe 6/6. Document, fragment, endorsed on back, laminated.","A.D. 1 page. Draft Committee Resolution, \"The Committee appointed to consider and report what public measures are proper to be adopted by this Legisature to commemorate the virtues of General Washington...\" Two resolutions, the 1st crossed out pertaining to a monument or statue to be erected. The 2nd resolution concerns printed copies of a Proclamation.","A.D.S. 2 pages.  Committee resolution or recommendation to the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. They have appointed Fisher Ames to delivera n oration on the \"sublime virtues of Gen. George Washinton before the Lieut. Governor, the Council and the tow branches of the General Court;\" signed by Moses Gill, Samuel Phillips, and the Speaker of the House. Also assigns John Coffin Jones and Jonathan Mason to a committee to make such arrangements for a public exercise assigned for the 8th of February. Concurred and signed.","Printed document, 1 page. Broadside. Funeral procession arrangements, Haverhill, Massachusetts. \"Arrangements to be observed On the 22nd day of February next, agreeably to the proclamation of the President of the United States, For Paying a Public Tribute of Respect to the Memory of our beloved General George Washington, late deceased.\" A eulogy will be given at Reverend Abiel Abbot's Meeting House. The broadside includes an order of procession and instructions to the inhabitants of Haverhill on proper mourning wear.","A.L. 4 pages. Dryburgh Abbey. A letter on slavery and the life and character of GW; mentions Lear, Franklin and Adams. Autograph letter, incomplete.","A bill for 11 items which came to a total of £22.18.9. A particular item is recorded for \"Leading a Coffin\" which came to £14.10.0. Alexander Smith documented Mr. Munn's receipt of payment in Alexandria on May 14, 1800.","A.D.S. 1 page. House and Senate of Massachusetts committee order to request a copy of Fisher Ames' oration for printing.","Draft of MS-5754. Committee of Massachusetts House of Representatives requests Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. in oration.","Order from committee to request Fisher Ames to thank cadets and artillery of Commonwealth of Mass. during his oration.","A bill for one shroud which came to $6 and one pall cloth $6, for a total of $12. On verso Michael Gretter (or Gutten?) signed the bill as having received payment.","A.L.S. Philadelphia. Send copy of GW's will and also \"The box made of the oak that sheltered the Great Sir William Wallace ...\"  At bottom of letter is note from Buchan, dated Aug. 16, 1800, bequeathing box to \"Washington's University in Columbia.\" Autograph letter signed, in hand of [Bushrod Washington].","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, \"This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Herbert.\"","A.D. 1 page.  Medfield [memorial] Procession to Washington. \"The Committee of arrangments [sic] recommend the following order of Procession for the 22nd Instant provided the weather and walking tbe good. Viz-\" also, \"It is expected that every person will wear a crape or ribband on th eleft arm. Soldiers just above the cuff and citizens just above the Elbow.\"","Commonwealth of Massachusetts order that members of house and senate shall distribute to clergy and to libraries Fisher Ames' oration.","Bound, manuscript copy of an oration, written by Royall Tyler, Esq., pronounced at Bennington, Vermont on February 22, 1800 in commemoration of the death of General Washington. Copy signed Mary R. Nowland AD 1812. Inside volume cover (back and front) reads \"Miss Mary R. Nowland July 3rd 1823.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Regarding a survey plat.  Date on original catalog card appears 1800 (?) Feb. 27.","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill and receipt. Samuel Washington receives 175 dollars from Custis in return for \"A Sorrel Horse ... about sixteen hands high; but five years old, warranted sound and free from blemish ...\" If Custis finds the horse to be \"unsound\" within thirty days, Washington agrees to return the total sum. Witnessed by Tobias Lear and Lawrence Lewis.","Items listed are black crepe, hat looping, material for making two palls, 6 dozen flints, 1 cask powder weighing 114 pounds as received from the arsenal. Total bill was $40.08.","D.S. 3 pages. Two evaluations, one dated Ap. 26 signed by William Dandridge and Thomas Dew, the other dated May 13 and signed by Jos. Foster and [W.] H. Macon. Both at request of Lewis and Doct. [David] Stuart. Statement signed by Wm. King that the property herein valued belongs jointly to Mr. Custis [G.W.P.] and Mr. [Lawr.] Lewis. The property being valued consists of 2 slaves and several horses. Document signed, endorsed \"Valuation of Mr. Lewis's Property in New Kent,\" mounted, watermark.","Letter, 3 pages. London. Contains Wests comments on proposed reinterment of George Washington in the Federal city and monument to be raised to him -- recommends triangle or pyramid as most durable monument -- should be in prominent place, planted with trees -- monuments should be hollow -- rotunda, and brass pedestrian statue of Washington -- work to be of \"monumental simplicity\" -- 4 doors and stone coffin. Letter, marked \"Copy of a letter from one West=the celebrated American artist in London to Rufus King, Esq. our Minister at that Court on the subject of a \"Monument\" to be erected to the memory of that illustrious citizen - George Washington, was obligingly handed us by a gentleman for publication - From Gazette of the United States and Daily Advertizer, Dec. 22, 1800\". [Appended is a copy of \"A Resolution of the Old Congress,\" describing the type of monument to be erected to Washington.]","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Concerning the collection of funds due George Washington's estate in Philadelphia. \"What ever money you may receive please credit the Estate of Genl. Washington with it as also any money that may be paid you by Judge Bushrod Washington, a statement of which please forward me at this place.\"  Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D.S. 1 page. \"On motion of David Stuart ordered that Tobias Lear, Adm. of the Estate of Geo. A. Washington deceased by summoned to appear at the next Court and give Counter Security or Deliver up all and Singular the decendents Estate.\" This copy signed by George Deneale, Clerk.","D.S. 6 pages. Account copy of \"The Estate of George A. Washington in acct. with Tobias Lear, Administrator.\" An acct. of GAW's estate transactions as kept by Lear. Also included are copies of court documents ordering debts to be paid to the estate (dated Jan. 1801); acknowledgement of examination of the acct. (dated April 14, 1801); and an order for the acct. to be recorded (dated April 21, 1801). Document signed, on George Washington's water mark paper.","D. 1 page. Bail Bond of George Steptoe Washington for $200. Dated 1801 April 6, and docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson. Document, docketed \"McCormick vs. Washington Bond,\" signed by George Tate and George S. Washington, witnessed by Benj. Stephenson, laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. \"I hereby relinquish the Administration of the Estate of the late George Augustine Washington and agreeably to an order of the Court of Fairfax County, and deliver up all and Singular the Decendents Estate which has come to my hand as Admr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To the Justice of the court of Fairfax County. Further explains his resignation as the administrator of George A. Washington's estate. Turned papers and bonds over to Burwell Bassett who is ready to become the new administrator. Docketed on reverse. Torn corner.","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, mounted, watermark (1794), with part of cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Encloses note for $875. for discount at the bank, and intends to present the necessary draft on Monday next.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Lewis gives the account with Blagden as it now stands, taken from papers of Dr. Thornton's -- £26.8.11 1/2 Maryland money is still due him -- Lewis asks Blagden to send authenticated vouchers for repayment of moneys expended so that the late General Washingtons heirs will be see the justification for the expense. Autograph letter signed, endorsed by Lewis, 2 p. covered with figures, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","Estate documents, 10 documents.","Memoranda of payments made, etc. by L[awrence]? Lewis as executor of estate--includes $1000 for hire of a vessel the \"Hene. and Patsey\"--also, 2 orders given to Thos. Peter on Samuel Hamilton, W-1250/B; ","Account, rec'd of N. Lee on account of Sheppard Pd. cash for negroes, etc., W-1250/C; ","Account, Includes $500.00 \"By cash of A. McLean,\" and $100 \"By costs recovered on Tomlinson's case,\" W-1250/D; ","Account, notes due with interest, W1250/E; ","Account, Lawrence Lewis with estate, Debit and credit of $16,037.30 -- including \"By balance due me as Executor -- $1,0872.69\" and \"By this sum due me as creditor legatee $5,138.61.\" etc., W-1250/F; ","Account, Mathew Ranson in account with executors, record of payment due with interest, etc., W-1250/H; ","Sums credited to estate, Amt. received and amts. not received [for purchases at sales], W-1250/I; ","Purchasers at private sale of Washington estate including amounts of purchases of each individual, W-1250/J; ","Receipt, Peyton Drew to Robert Lewis, W-1250/?","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","W-1250/K, A.D.S. 2 pages. Commissioner's report. Upon order of Court of Fairfax Cty., has settled joint and separate accounts of Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington, acting executors of G.W. estate--1st, a balance of $3670.76 due L. Lewis in capacity as sole executor before any of others quailified--2nd, acct of Bush. Washington with estate, showing indebtedness of $2017.94, exclusive of 9 shares of Bank of Potomac--3rd, general acct. of acting executors representing whole transactions with balance due the Executors of $15,707.95,--including commissions--charges executors with full acct. of sales, $124,928.01--credit them with sums not pd. by purchasers, esp. $15,125.00 for purchases of lands by late Col. Thomas Lee as guarding of Corbin Washington's children, \"which purchase their present Guardian did not think himself at liberty to confirm, whereby there is a suit now pending in the High Court of Chancery of Virginia, consequently this as well as other matters, relative to the Estate remain open \"till a further settlement.\"","Account, D. 1 1/4 pages. Ferneyhough lists various services he provides for Lewis, being work done on Lewis's chariot - its wheels, springs, boots, doors, etc. Docketed.","Account book, settlement of the estate of George Washington. A.D. 32 pages. Accounts of various people associated with the estate, including money for hire of negroes - \"Statement of the accounts of the several legatees for the purpose of explaining them.\" Autograph document, mostly in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated, watermarks, no cover, torn or clipped pages included.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Kent. Concerns a shipment of wheat ... no demand for wheat or corn ... cider here for Mrs. W-n; will send some to Norfolk at first opportunity ... Had to get a new cog wheel for the mill ... Richmond market full of meat of all kind; cattle and sheep still on my hands ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Stafford City, VA. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Concerning receipts for western lands.  Addressed to Col. Thomas Francis Worthington, at Chilicothe N.W. Territory.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Fort Washington. Complains of dullness of \"this accursed Country\"--reference to someone whose gloomy countenance \"cannot bear the appearance of Happiness\"--longs to be with her and \"my dear Boy\" [Bushrod Blackburn ?,] but fears 2 years separation are necessary--expects to be dealt with by strict letter of the law--hasnt heard from Tommy [Blackburn, Jr.]--would rather see him idle at Rippon Lodge than where he is. Autograph letter signed, cover fragment laminated to letter, directed \"Via Fredericksburg To [ ] X Roads,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R. S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, \"I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ...\" Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rich Woods. Lawrence A. Washington proposes to Samuel Washington that he meet at Richwoods with Bushrod Washington to discuss debts extending from the estates of their fathers, Charles Washington and John Augustine Washington I, respectively. \"You will therefore, at once see the necessity of your ... attendance, to exonerate yourself, from as much of the weight of that business as possible.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Reporting on the death of Martha Washington the day before. Suffering protracted fever, MW prepared for death \"with fortitude and resignation\"; gave advice to her grandchildren, took the sacrament and directed a chosen white gown be brought out. The funeral would be Tuesday (two days hence). Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Rich Woods. Having received Bushrod's letter of April 2, 1802 re-settlement of his father's estate (John Augustine Washington), Lawrence Augustine feels \"...a perfect willingness to enter into a settlement of our business, with any Gentleman you may choose to designate for that purpose. And I can assure you, that every light I possess shall be thrown on the subject.\"","A.D. 19 pages. Final draft. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hands of Clement Biddle, notes due and paid--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are missing from here which appear, crossed off, on the first draft)--lists articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, etc. Autograph document, Final draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington, Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" final draft, watermark.","A.D. 20 pages. Contains acct. of cash on hand, money in hand of Clement Biddle, notes due and pd.--inventory of articles at Mt. Vernon and value (many are crossed off and do not appear in final draft)--articles in mansion house, kitchen, servants hall, wash house, etc. Autograph document, Draft, in unknown hand, entitled \"Inventory of Property that belonged to Mrs. Martha Washington Taken the 24th of May and Eleventh of July 1802,\" 1st draft.","Docketed on verso \"$35 June 16, 1802\" and \"To building a Vault at Mount Vernon $35.00\" and \"Recd the above amount in full (signed) John M. Lightfoot.\"","Autograph document, 7 pages. In hand of Albin Rawlins, an account of articles sold at the July 21st sale on six months credit (See \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon Property\"). This appears to be a rough draft (made at the time of auction) of the list entered in this executors' account book -- Rawlins' list gives name of purchaser, item and price; sale of chariot and harness, coachee, horses, clover machine, sheep, bulls, cows, calves, steers, marquee, tents, saddles, canteen, tin machine, saws and other tools, malt mill, \"The Knight of Malta,\" reams of paper, wax, French horn, pump, locks, tool chest, hoes, sheet copper, old iron, rope, etc., copying press, yawl [an incomplete summary of the contents]. On last sheet are lists of names and figures, probably a scratch sheet. Autograph document, in hand of A. Rawlins, laminated. This doc. is NOT part of the \"Book of Sales of Mt. V. Prop.\" but a separate doc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Unable to buy any good furniture at sale [of Mrs. Washington's estate]--all worth having previously divided among legatees--George Washington Parke Custis's inheritance of wine--purchased one of four large paintings at sale, view of Great falls of Potomack. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy Letter to Colo. May.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Deneale.\"","A.D. 16 pages. \"Rough estimate of the sales of the estate purchased by the Legatees in order to give an idea of their relative situation to each other and to them (?) who will be creditors and who debtors.\" Accounts of the following individuals: Bushrod Washington, Howell Lewis, Lawrence Lewis, Alexander Spotswood, G. W. P. Custis, Robt. Lewis, Wm. A. Washington, Col. Thomas Lee, Wm. Robinson, Samuel Washington, Mrs. Law, Geo. A. Washington heirs, Thornton Washington heirs, Thomas Peter, Charles Carter, G. S. Washington, Fielding Lewis, Nicholas Fitzhugh, Dr. Peyton, Lawrence A. Washington, Burdet Ashton, Andrew Parks, Corbin Washington heirs, John Thornton.","Bond. 1 page. Washington binds himself to Frey \"in the full and just sum of forty two pounds four Shillings and ten pence ...\" Two horses owned by Warner Washington (valued at 21 pounds 2 shillings five pence) are being held by Thomas Massir[?], sheriff of Frederick County as security. Printed and manuscript document, signed by Warner Washington.","A.D. 2 pages. John Hewitt, Register of Wills, Washington County, District of Columbia acknowledges that an \"authenticated copy of the last will and testament of George Washington deceased ...\" has been recorded. Administration of the will is \"hereby Granted and Committed unto ... George Steptoe Washington and Lawrence Lewis two of the executors by the said will appointed.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Green encloses his accounts against Lewis. Mar. 15, 1803 for advertising lands, June 29, 1802, advertising sale of sundries belonging to the estate of Martha Washington. Docketed by Lewis as \"Timothy Green's Ac. With the Estate of Genl. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L., $10.10 P. 86 5 March 1803.\" Laminated, watermark, postmarked.","A.D. 2 pages. Autograph document in hand of Bushrod Washington, laminated. Probably a list of papers dealing with the settlement of the estate, numbered, and in many cases contain page numbers, memorianda or resolutions dealing with estate settlement.","Subject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.","Letter. 6 pages. Alexandria. A lengthy and detailed proposal for the equitable distribution of the Ohio-Kanawa lands. Expresses dissatisfaction with present plan of division. Requests another meeting of legatees at Dumfries; such a meeting however is opposed by legatees.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made \"to sell amongst ourselves\" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod [Bushrod, Jr., son of Wm. Augustine Washington]. Autograph letter signed, torn, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" [See also, \"Book of Sales and of Mount Vernon property,\" 1800-1802 which lists some of same in detail].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria. Lawrence writes that he has received Roberts letter and Winchester's order for $1818. -- it will be placed to Roberts account with executors of General Washington on account of Roberts purchase of a tract of land in Berkeley. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by R. Lewis (?), \"Letter from Lawce. Lewis on account of monies received for the Execrs. of Genl. Washington\". Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","Bill and receipt. 10 gilt arm chairs, $40. 12 Square back chairs, $22., these are docketed as Windsor chairs ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, received $10.00 for one apotheosis of Gen'l Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rippon Lodge. Returned yesterday from unpleasant excursion to find Kitty ill--glad to hear of Tommy's [Blackburn, Jr.] amendment--fever will prevent his riding to visit her--will wait for her visit and return with her. Autograph letter signed, fragment of integral cover, laminated, directed by Jerry. Name on original manuscript appears as \"R.S. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the \"prevailing disorder\" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"George Col. Sept. 26,\" integral cover, laminated.","A.D. Autograph document, in hand of W.A. W-n, docketed on reverse by W. A. W-n, \"Memorandum of the Cloaths my Son George [Corbin] Washington carried with him to New England Novr. 28th 1803,\" and in another hand \"also Books from Rock Hill and Books carried Alexandria from Col. W. A. Washingtons Library 1806.\" Lists both summer and winter cloths in detail.","This account in Lawrence Lewis' hand is the money expended for food and clothing for slaves during period 1803-1809.  \"Acct. Free Negroes $1645.05.\"","Small, bound account book, A.D.S. 18 pages. Accounts of money received as interest of stock, as part of his claim to the estate of GW. Also, money received on like interest in behalf of Lucinda and Catherine D. Lewis, sale of stock belonging to Charles and John Lewis, Jr., memorandum of expenses, \"Memorandum for the year 1805,\" which describes experiments made in planting crops and the results, \"Memorandum of Monies Received and paid away on account of Charles Lewis - John Lewis - Robert Lewis junr. - Lucinda Lewis and Catherine Dade Lewis May - 1807.\"","A.D. 1 page. Winchester. Bill for £10.4.0 for books, including Morse's Geography, Bailey's dictionary, Bealy's Meditations, Stauntons Embassys, Anarchises, and Ferguson's [Lectury ?]. Receipt of books acknowledged by Francis W[hiting] Washington for his father Warner Washington. Autograph document, in hand of John Beer (?), fragment, docketed \"Warner Washington.\"","Letter, Rosegill. He hopes the boxes of medicine arrived safely ... requests Col. W-n to pay the cost of the medicines to Dr. Jones. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Edinburgh to Ewing at the American Consulate. Conveying to the President (T.J.) the ceremonial oaken box which he had earlier presented to Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Ann Washington writes to assure Frobel that he will be able to get many pupils if he comes to Alexandria shortly -- several people have promised to send children to him, including Dr. Dick -- she wishes he could come soon -- Bushrod Washington will send his schooner to Richmond for Frobel if possible, though Col. Washingtons may get to Richmond sooner -- she wishes to see him an \"inmate\" at Mt. Vernon -- he will have at Mt. Vernon her 3 nieces and a nephew of her husband's who lives with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washn. City Feb. 13\", broken seal with arm, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages with cover, addressed and wax seal. Eleanor \"Nelly\" Parke Custis Lewis writes to her friend reminiscing about her life. Engraving \"Mrs. Lawrence Lewis,\" also in the folder.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill. To \"Dear Sir.\" Re: bond of the addressee held by William Augustine Washington.","William Craik writes to Col. William A. Washington regarding a deed from 1791 between Washington and Timothy Ringgold for lots in the Carrollsburg (which would eventually become Capitol Hill) which were divided between Washington and Commissioners of the city of Washington. William Craik admits he neglected to get the deed recorded and never returned it. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, docketed, with integral address panel, postmarked \"Alexandria VA, March 10\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Rock Hill. Washington writes that Mr. [Chas.] Carter objects to paying interest on his bond -- Carter claims he was ready to pay money any time -- Washington believes Carter forfeited, by the condition of sale [of Washington's property], any indulgence of 12 months credit. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushrod writes to his \"dear friend\" Elizabeth Willing Powel that when he inherited Mount Vernon, he had to buy \"new furniture for all the rooms of that extensive building\" and farm machinery as well -- he borrowed money for this and the loan is due soon -- his wheat crop and the fishery both failed, however -- so he asks \"with a little embarrassment\" to borrow the amount from her, but insists on paying interest which she refused to accept on an earlier occasion. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (wheat sheaf). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his \"domestics,\" all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa May 22,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". [It is thought the fire may have endangered the mansion].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered \"... $600., or the vessel alone, ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed \"Judge Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","Insurance policy with The Delaware Insurance Company of Delaware made by George Harrison on behalf of Bushrod Washington for brick barn [stable] at Mount Vernon. Coverage for $4,000 for the year with payment of 1 percent. Printed document with autograph details signed by Thomas Fitzsimons, 1 page, docketed on the reverse.","D.S. 1 page. Bond for $20,000 for Fairfax and Whiting Washington as executors of their mother Hannah Fairfax Washington's estate, to make inventory and deliver all legacies, etc. Partly printed, laminated. Signed by Fairfax, Whiting and Warner Washington and witnessed by the court.","George Beck provenance information concerning a Stuart Painting.","3 page. Key, Judge Washington's attorney in the friendly suit of Fitzhugh and Peter vs. B. Washington, executor of the estate of George Washington, concerning the sale of certain Maryland lands, prepares an answer to the court explaining his clients position. Included is a letter requesting Judge Washington to make any changes in the text which he believes are necessary.","Account, William Augustine Washington with J. Fox. Legal and copying fees include copy of Henry Ashton's will, proving \"Fisher's\" deed, swearing jury, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lewis gives an account for $304.30 paid by him to Howell Lewis and chargeable to all of legatees of Gen. Washington's estate -- he is unable to collect from various people whose addresses he does not know, or for other reasons -- Gabriel Lewis has just returned and the Kanawha lands are divided -- asks Bushrod to send him a receipt for $100. paid Bushrod's mother [Hannah Bushrod Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod Washington, and in Lewis's hand \"Dr. James Patton in Acct. with the Estate of Genl. Washington,\" and in another hand \"Executor of Mrs. Washington's Estate,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfield. Fairfax Washington writes regarding the recently-arrived mourning ring left to his deceased mother [Hannah Fairfax Washington] as legacy by George Washington -- he gives Lewis directions for having it delivered to him -- mentions also a miniature of the general, previously received, that the two items constitute the whole of the legacy left to his mother. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"The Receipt of his Mother's legacy,\" mounted.","Bill and receipt. $2.25 for shoes, 9.00 for cossaks (boots).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rock Hill and Georgetown. Bushrod Washington Jr. writes to Burd about local and regional political battles involving the impeachment of judges, including Judge Samuel Chase of the Supreme Court, and Randolph's treatment of Chase, as leader of the impeachment. Washington also speaks critically of \"Duane,\" probably William J. Duane the politician, or perhaps his father the newspaper editor. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (1803). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To \"Dear Sir.\" Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.","Promissory note. D.S. 1 page. For £78 Virginia money before 15th Oct. -- signed by Whiting Washington; witnessed by Nehemiah Garrison. On reverse, dated April 16, 1805, Jas. Milton assigns note to Robt. Milton. Document signed, in hand of James Milton, fragment, docketed.","A.D.S. 6 pages. A statement as to the title to Woodlawn drawn up by Lawrence Lewis because of a threatened suit over the land by descendants of Sarah Mason Brooke; it embodies Col. George Mason's statement on the history of the lands ownership. Lewis's search of title goes back to William Travers, who by deed from Proprietors, March 22, 1677, got 788 acres. The Woodlawn part of that property was later owned by George Washington (who had gotten it on 27 October 1772) and then willed by him to Lawrence Lewis and Eleanor (\"Nelly\") Parke Custis Lewis. Autograph document signed, by Lawrence Lewis, docketed \"Col. Geo. Mason's Statement,\" and in another hand, \"as to title of Woodlawn.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Agrees with Burd that horseracing is the favorite sport of Virginians -- mentions races in Virginia and Pennsylvania and Washington -- says spring at Mt. Vernon is the \"season when nature presents its most pleasing colours\" -- admires ladies in the neighborhood \"but none of them has enslaved my happiness\" -- speculates that closer relations between Pennsylvania and Virginia might be fostered by intermarriage between the states -- mentions Mr. [Thomas] Jefferson's use of hieroglyphics. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va. May 18,\" torn, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","1 page. Estate of GW.A notice of a forthcoming bond for Keating and Murray. Amount: $1.00.","Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"Blakey Recpt. for a Bay mare June 1805.\" Receipt for 25 pounds for a bay mare.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Custis writes that his account with the estate of George Washington will be paid as soon as his crop can be marketed -- expresses distress of Fitzhugh family because of Mrs. Fitzhugh's illness -- he wishes the Kanawha lands were apportioned for he wishes to sell his share, even at great loss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B. Washington, mounted, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Buildings insured were 2 Negro Quarters, Office, Smokehouse, Wash house, Carriage house, and 2 Stables ... \"real sum insured\" was $4576.00 ... signed by Rob't Mitchell.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for \"your District\"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Peters, \"16 ansd. repeating what I wrote him on the 15th substance,\" postmarked Alexa Va. September 14,\" watermark.","Receipt for $200. as part payment of a $500. loan ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Culpeper County. Capt. Hammond [husband of Samuel's deceased sister Mildred] wants him to buy his share of Kanawha lands left him by George Washington's legacy -- he can't afford it -- asks for an opinion on how much he should lease or buy it for -- can Hammond have other compensation in place of this land? -- Hammond embarrassed for money now -- he gave draft on executors and it was refused. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod writes about spending Christmas in Dumfries by invitation of \"very fine girls,\" although his trip was cut short when his father came down with gout. He also gives news of the Federal City, which is \"thronged with beautiful girls and other strangers,\" including \"a number of Turks and Indians.\" He shares an anecdote about the Turkish ambassador asking Thomas Jefferson for \"six wives\" and writes about a dinner hosted aboard a frigate by Jefferson for a group of Native American men. Bushrod also writes of the rising power of Napoleon in France and about the Carters of Philadelphia.","Receipt. Certifying proof of a Mr. Peytons deed to the District of Columbia. Amount: $52.00. Estate of GW.","Receipt. A.N.S. 1 page. $1.00 for watch repair docketed, \"paid by Mrs. W. from Butter Sold.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mt. Vernon has sent her some books ... will send more ... invites the Rankins for a visit ... regards from all the family ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","Articles of Agreement, Jesse Richardson with Wm. A. Washington for purchase of a tract of land, held jointly by Wm. A. Washington and Lawrence Butler, of 1000 acres in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Jesse Richardson to pay Col. Washington with young horses, to the amount of the purchase. Valuation to be established.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Has been amusing himself reading Mr. John Randolph's Philippicks, his invectives against democrats -- this includes Randolphs threat to impeach Madison and Jefferson -- he has many politicians under his control through fear of being exposed by him -- mentions having received a report of Mr. Pitt's death [Wm. the younger] in England -- comments on the European situation -- the British Navy is the only thing between Napoleon and world domination -- U.S. should do nothing to injure Britain at this time -- since his aunt [Ann Blackburn Washington] has determined not to visit Philadelphia this Spring, he will stay and keep her company. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover, postmarked \"Alexa Va Mar. 30,\" docketed, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","$6.75 pd. in full.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Gen. Mason going to Kentucky will carry this letter -- acknowledges payment of $40 -- Warner was with them, mentions his trip to Orleans -- their father [John Lewis] is well -- speaks of Dr. Stuart's land in Mason County, Ky., 5000 acres on Tripletts creek and 9000 on Locust creek -- advertised for sale -- he sends tax money by Gen. Mason -- asks Gabriel Lewis to help Mason -- talks of affairs of the day -- the ship Leander -- General Miranda landed in Spanish America, the province of Caraccas, takes the island of Marquireta, the towns of Camana -- Barcelona on the river Neveri, in full march for the capital of the colony -- this information by Capt. Risbrough from Martinique, Miranda has proclaimed the independence of the province. Concludes with a full 2 page postscript by Nelly, here separately cataloged. Autograph letter signed, with 2 p. additional note by Nelly Custis Lewis, cover marked \"Hond by Genl. Tomson Mason, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 1/4 page.  Baxter charges a total of L8, 2 shillings for smithing services including \"Making 2 large Ramshare ploughs\" and mending carriage wheels and selling a \"whip saw.\" Balance paid. Document signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Caroline Springs near Fredericksburg. Papers desired by Burd will need to be retrieved from recording office in [Washington] -- Bushrod will be in the Fredericksburg area for a while -- reveals his approaching marriage to Miss [Henrietta] Spotswood -- they will live on his estate in Westmoreland and later procure an establishment near Alexandria -- please tell Rush of the upcoming wedding -- he asks for European news -- \"our present President\" [Jefferson] means to stand for reelection. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Freds Va Jul 20.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","Rock Hill. Col. Washington explains that his son Bushrod, Jr, will share equally with his brothers in the Col.'s estate. His income will be adequate to support a wife. At the time young Bushrod was engaged to Spotswood's daughter, Henrietta.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, Rock Hill. Introduces Bushrod Washingtons own nephew, George Corbin Washington, who just arrived after tedious passage of 20 days, and is \"so much grown that I suppose you would scarcely know him\" -- Bushrod, Jr. and new wife Henrietta Spotswood are very happy -- Bushrod, Jr. wishes to trade his Kanawha land for land near Centerville -- what is Bushrod's opinion of this land? -- desires Bushrod to help him find purchaser for his lands, Blenheim and Haywood -- wishes to sell, pay debts and divide rest among children -- \"there seems to be little hope of getting out of debt by cropping\" -- he presses suit against Mr. [Wm.] Robinson for £560 -- Robinson has no claim to money from land sold to George Washington and others after death of his daughter [Ann A. Washington]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, docketed \"Wm. A. Washington about Mr. Robinson's claim,\" laminated, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","Bill. $2.25 for 9 lbs. of sole leather ...","Poem \"Washington's Requiem\" by Virginia Cary. D. 1 page. A poem in praise of G.W., written in 1800 or 1806 \"on seeing a picture of Mount Vernon with the grave of Washington.\" (Date might be 1800). Date on original catalog appears 180[6 ?].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Deals with two letters reputedly written by G.W. to [Thomas Jefferson] after the Mazzei letter [Thos. Jefferson to Philip Mazzei, Ap. 24, 1796; famous controversial letter, after which G.W. was said never to have written T.J. again]--Tobias Lear employed by Judge W-n to assort the General's papers, and letters now missing, plus a diary for important presidential years--[accuses no one, but implies Lear took them]--tries to reconcile General's statement [that he never wrote T.J. again after the Mazzei letter] with truth--congratulates Pickering on speech against embargo--mentions [John] Adams \"lives a mournful spectacle of blind and courtly obedience to Presidential will.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, [first part of letter missing], laminated.","Account, Estate of George Washington with Lawrence Lewis. A.D. 2 pages. Account of money spent and received by Lewis as executor of G.W.'s estate - includes taxes on Kentucky land, City taxes, taxes on property in Alexandria, rents paid to Mr. Fitzhugh for rent of land for free negroes and money for support of free negroes. Autograph document in hand of Lewis, docketed by Lewis \"No. 3 the Estate of Genl. Washington in Acct. with Lawe. Lewis.\" Laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. The amount paid Dr. Peyton about settles Custis's account to estate -- asks Bushrod to send old bonds he gave at 1st sale to Woodlawn, where he can pick them up, along with any papers relating to his estate the \"Forest of Washington,\" bequeathed him by the General. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Bushrod W., laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rock Hill. Bushrod comments on Aaron Burr's efforts to separate western states -- thinks his plan an absurd for one of his intellect and feels he cannot succeed -- Burr should be arrested and tried if any crime can be found -- mentions the costly delays of Congress -- says his fondness for ladies is increased by his high opinion of his wife, Henrietta Spotswood -- makes comments on Burd's romance. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Bushrod Washington Mt. Vernon,\" postmarked \"Washington City, Feb. 14\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bushrod Washington.\"","Letter, 1 page. Madison transmits to Bushrod Washington the papers of Fielding Lewis who died before they could be processed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Madison.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. As Bushrod is leaving home for an extended period he asks to leave charge of nephews John and Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington, who are in school, to Reid -- asks Reid to furnish them with any clothing or other articles they need -- no extravagances -- and 2 or 3 dollars a month pocket money. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Note while the letter appears to be addressed to 'James New,' the editors at the Washington Papers discovered that Bushrod Washington's poor handwriting actually is written to James Reid.","Marshall writes that, at the request of Bushrod Washington, he is sending \"the enclosed letters\" (not present) but was unable to find \"the letter of Mr. S. Washington to which that of the 2d of April is an answer.\" Marshall was given access to the papers of George Washington to write his biography. Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis served as executors of Washington's estate and were likely requesting papers back from Marshall in order to settle Washington's account with his nephew Saumel T. Washington.","A receipt in Washington's hand for \"4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.\" Docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". Autograph document signed, in hand of Washington, fragment, docketed \"Memorandum of Corn\". For 4 Hhs. and 21 1/2 Bs. corn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. They haven't heard from him in a long while and tax money due -- has he heard of the atrocious outrage by British Admiral Berkley on the flag of the United States [Chesapeake-Leopard affair] -- Commodore Douglas, the Triumph and Melampus, the Bellona and the Leopard, schooner Revenge to go to England with dispatches -- meanwhile seaports to be fortified -- \"Something like War this, spirit of 76 up\" -- \"War rather than a disgraceful peace\" -- hopes to see him -- Gabriel \"must want more Negroes by this time, I shall have it in my power to furnish you\" -- Eleanor (Nelly) sends good wishes, but says Gabriel hasnt answered her letter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked Alexa Va. July 22, laminated, docketed, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears as [1807] July 22.","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Port. Awaits confinement of his wife [Henrietta Spotswood] hourly [Anne Eliza Washington, born 1807]--anxious to go to Westmoreland to see about workmen and how house goes along--sure Laurel Grove will be ready for occupancy by time Henrietta's confinement is over--will see him shortly to get things for housekeeping--expects kitchen furniture to come highest--purchases to be made--will get by on minimum this year--can get these articles in Alexa.--for money to pay workman, will sell Mr. Spotswood 500 acres in Ky. [W. A. W-n] offered him--will pay [his father] a dollar per acre--hears treaty has been ratified, if so will enhance price of [ ]--George [Corbin W-n] must look like a married man by now--requests he see that corn field at Laurel Grove be laid down in wheat--Mr. Rose, who holds his note for $400 is to issue writ against him--asks [father] to let him have money out of first crops and he can deduct this from his wheat crop when it is ready. Autograph letter signed, with long postscript on cover, docketed by W. A. Washington \"My Son Bushrod's Letter agreeing to give me one Dollar pr. acre for 500 acres Land in Kentucky the half of 1000 Acres between Majr. Butler and myself and to be conveyed in the same way as my Agreement with Jesse Richardson. Sept. 8th 1807.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding settling account of Mrs. Law.","$1.50 pd. on account of John Chew ... [addressed to Colo. Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington].","Receipt for $200. for 6 months house rent ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Rippon Lodge. Long letter about the health and travels of her husband and brother ... sends this letter by her husband, Bushrod W-n ... regrets Miss Sinclair and Betsy cannot visit her this winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\" Someone had docketed the letter and has identified writer and recepient.","1 page. Request for three bushels of corn. Docketed \"5 Baggs lent at 3 Bushells each in the car at several different times.\"","Bill and receipt. 8 entries - all for shoes apparently for the Negroes... 10 pairs for $16.82.\" Receipted by Corcoran on Oct. 10, 1809.","Account. A.D. 3 pages. Docketed. Interesting record of dress making materials... Variety of fabrics represented, gloves, fans, stockings, etc.","3 pairs of shoes for $3.50. Bill made out by Wm. Parsons for Thomas Corcoran. Addressed to Colonel Washington, most likely William Augustine Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Grape Hill. Reports advertisement in Winchester paper of 2 tracts of land owned by A[ndrew] Park. (Lawrence probably son of Samuel and his 4th wife Anne Steptoe).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding debts of Mrs. Law. To Mr. John Law, Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding repayment of Mrs. Law's debts, his proposal and conditions for taking responsibility for them.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$2.15 ...","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$30.00.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$5.00 ...","List of fees against Lawrence Lewis, Fairfax County. D.S. 1 page. Fees owed by Lewis to the Fairfax County court through his business as executor of George Washington's estate. Signed by William Moss, clerk of the court.","For repairing a wagon wheel.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Sends this by Gabriels friend Byrd Willis who visits Kentucky intending to settle there -- George hopes Byrd will look at his (Georges) land there if he gets as far as Green River -- Warner and Gabriel's letter was received -- Warner Lewis speaks well of Georges land on Lost Creek -- would like Gabriel to show it to Byrd -- Gabriel did not like Georges proposal about the division of their land -- attack of gout keeps George home but he will try to get to Kentucky and arrange a better division of the land -- Gabriel's father, John Lewis, is well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Lewis.\"","Signed check made payable to Docr. Charles Worthington for the amount of $38.00.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.","2 pages. Consents to a proposal for the Dismal Swamp property purchase by Gen. Lee from G. Washington's estate. He believes the proposal will satisfy the interests of the legatees.","Bank of Columbia, Georgetown.$11.41 ...","Letter. Hawthorn. Concerns \"a box of papers which related to the executorship\" of the estate of Lawrence's father Samuel Washington [1734-1781]. Lawrence asks Samuel to help clear the name of his deceased brother George Steptoe Washington [1771-1809] by altering previous testimony Samuel had made regarding these papers. \"I feel a confidence ... that this act of justice, to my brother's memory will be done with promptness.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","Daniel C. Brent, Dumfries Virginia, writes to Col. William Washington, concerning land and timber upon the property located in Stafford, Virginia, and the mortgage left between General \"Light Horse\" Harry Lee and Mrs. Fitzhugh which is currently held up the county court. Henry Lee was placed in debtors' prison as a result for not paying on his land transactions. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bond of Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood, administrator and administratrix of Robert Wood, deceased, to deliver 4 head horses to \"Edward McGuire's Hotel in Winchester,\" the place of appointed sale of the 2nd Saturday in February. Partly printed, endorsed, laminated. Signed by Lawrence A. Washington and Comfort Wood.","1 Bible, $3.00. Receipted by Eben. Macdonald.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes regarding Gen. Lee's account with the estate of George Washington -- he is unable to locate Lees bond -- also mentions statement of Mr. Bassett's account with estate -- in a postscript he says that he found Lees bond amongst the Suffolk papers. Autograph letter signed, with postscript on integral cover, mounted, red seal, (good, with heraldic device). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","L. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this one has docketing: \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\".) Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W., \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to Mr. W. Lewis\", silked, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek -- Philips certifies to adjoining tract, 3000@ -- Gen. Spotswood's favorable account of the adjoining country -- whole creek navigable -- other claims to parts of land -- one [Woodson ?] -- letter of Dec. 1802 from a Mr. Thomas Lewis claiming interference with his claim -- thinks there is a mistake -- Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington will allow Warner Lewis reasonable compensation for visiting and examining the above lands. (virtually identical to another copy in collection, except that this lacks docketing.) Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Photocopy in PS file. [See copy of same letter, same date, docketed by B. W-n, \"Copy of Letter and Power of Atty to W. W. Lewis\"].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Family letter... her health not good; under the care of Dr. Dangerfield ... her friend, Eliza Smith, wrote of the activities of their friends ... Miss Vanderings, Frederick Campbell, P Coleman, Dr. Nelson, Miss Re, M. Randolph are some of the names mentioned in the letter ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Anna Maria writes her dear brother news of the \"Doctor\" [Stuart] and family, a visit at Ossian Hall, and \"Aunt Lewis\" and family at Woodlawn -- wishes to have thread spun to knit stockings for her two brothers George Fayette and Charles for they are \"much more pleasant in Summer than cotton\" but is having trouble finding someone to do the spinning for her -- Aunt Lewis has knitted purses for them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (RG). Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. W.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Includes account of fees against Stuart at the end of the letter with entries from 1806 to 1810. Addressed to \"Doctor David Stuart, Ossian Hall, Fairfax County.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor acct.\"","3 pairs shoes, $5.00.","Text, quarto with paper binding. 26 pages.  Consists of rules and regulations of the Mutual Assurance Company against Fire in Buildings in the State of Virginia. Same company which insured Bushrod Washington's Mount Vernon.","Printed form with [manuscript] completions: \"City and County of New-York, ss. I [Charles Dickinson] one of the Alderman of the City of New-York, and a Judge of the Court of Common pleas, called the Mayor's Court, ... Do Certify, That on this day [Norman Washington] Residing in the said city a [Black] man exhibited proof before me, reduced to writing, of the freedom of him ... I Do Further Certify that the said [Norman] ... was born at [Mount Vernon] in [the State of Virginia] and that he [was born] free .... Given under my hand, this [Twenty fourth] day of April in the year one thousand eight hundred and eleven.]\" Includes physical description of Norman Washington; and gives his age as \"about Twenty Seven years.\" 1 page, 20 x 17 cm.","Autograph note signed and initialed by Bushrod Washington, regarding a mortgage payment and deed certification.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Neale desires information of Margaret Keith from Ireland, who accompanied Gen. Washington on all his campaigns in the Revolution until 1779 or 1780 -- she had several illegitimate children, of which the writer seems to be one -- he has been enabled to rise in a small degree above his lowly beginnings. Autograph letter signed, integral cover badly burned and torn, laminated, docketed by B.W. Name on original manuscript appears as \"James G.W. N.\"","Statement of debts, Samuel Washington. D.S. 12 pages, folio. Drawn up to effect a settlement of a dispute between Lawrence Washington, Bushrod Washington and Joseph Nourse (U.S. Treasury). Includes various members of Washington family and sizable debt owed to John Parke Custis, deceased.","A.L.S. 1 page. Note asking Mr. Beverley to send $26.4 by the bearer. Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate. Autograph letter signed, quarter sheet.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Introduces Beall to a Mr. Bennett (?) who has proposed marriage to Evans' daughter, who, it seems, has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Beall. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. B. Evans.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The heirs of Thornton Washington, son of Samuel, give their written assent to Bushrod to \"Dismiss suit against Col. Lee\" if the land in question can be sold at good price -- they wish to settle affairs of the Thornton Washington estate.  Autograph letter signed, in hand of ? , docketed by B.W. \"T. and Sam Washington Rock Hall.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Llewellyn. Family matters -- Parke often talks with her about him [Gabriel] -- distance from Kentucky is nothing, as Warner will prove -- Warner with them now but soon to return to Lexington and Logan -- Gabriel's wife and two boys [Richard Bibb and John Gabriel Lewis] -- Mary Ann to stay with Mrs. Lee -- wishes to see him and his family in Virginia again -- wishes he were there to act as nursemaid, housekeeper etc. for her again -- Warner is o.k. at this, but he has a roving disposition and won't remain long in one place -- Howell [Lewis] studying mathmatics in Alexandria -- wishes he [Howell] would use influence with his cousin, \"Queen Dolla lolla\" [Dolly Madison?] to get reinstated in Navy with more advantageous appointment -- \"I have at Woodlawn the finest bed of Mint for Juleps that I have ever seen\" -- would brew them for his father's [John Lewis's] use -- sends gifts to his boys and wife -- Mr. Lewis and \"my four darlings\" send regards.  Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eleanor.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Living in retirement at LaGrange ... some general information on state of European politics ... heard that John Marshall to publish a 2nd. edition of his Life of W-n ... requests Bushrod to send him his (L-e's) correspondence with Gen. W-n and copies of GW's letters to him ... Lafayette's papers lost in \"revolutionary storms of Europe.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Paris. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Sequel: Bushrod apprently sent the correspondence which is now (1963) in the library of Lafayette College. See also 1811 D.B. Warden to Dec. 20 Bushrod W-n.","A.L.S. 1 page. Paris. Offers to act as the go-between for Lafayette and Bushrod correspondence ... also Mr. Graham of the State Dept. if Bushrod agrees to send the GW-Lafayette correspondence ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. B. Warden.\" See 1811 - Lafayette to Bushrod Wn Dec. 15.","Receipt, 1 page. Receipt for recording the Memorial of G. Washington's ex[ecutors] deed \"to you.\" Partly printed ms., fragment, docketed \"Robt. Lewis\" and \"Stafford.\"","D. 1 page. A summary of the Cresap suit against the estate of GW, regarding the title to Round Bottom, (Ohio River) sold by GW in 1798 to Archibald McClean of Alexandria. The summary appears to be in the handwriting of B. W-n. The litigation lasted over 15 years and the substance of the suit remained the same. Therefore the absence of a specific on the document makes it difficult to place.","General Henry Lee writes to Col. Nicholas Rogers sending his condolences regarding the recent death of Rogers' wife Eleanor. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","Bank certificate, Signed by John A. Washington for the amount of $180.00.","Order to pay, Union Bank Geo. Town. George Corbin Washington to Thomas Beall. Pay Thomas Beall on demand $476.10.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is \"perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings\" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Mar. 23.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Independence. Describes the merits of 2 tracts of land in Montgomery Cty., both for sale, one nr. The Court House, the other about 8 miles from Georgetown. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Benj. Berry.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Mentions a note having been endorsed by Colo. Deneale--unable to collect the money and requests further indulgence--is paying a certain amount and will endorse a note for $500.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. Advises Bushrod Washington on his wife's treatment \"to complete the conquest which Mrs. Washington has happily made in part over her attachment to laudanum\" -- Rush directs a gradual lessening of the dose to nothing -- suggests various infusions, including ginger tea, bitters, spirits of hartshorne, and strong porter or wine -- asks Bushrod to pass on his words that \"the habitual use of opium is often attended with the most serious and distressing consequences [including] idiotism and madness\" -- he hopes her resolution to be cured is equal to her judgment on the subject of the letter. Autograph letter signed, docketed by B.W. \"Doct. Rush Advice for Mrs. Washington\", laminated.","Receipt. Payment in full for medical services.","Bond. D. 1 page. Document docketed \"Washington to Morgan $234.6\", laminated.Bond to pay $468.12 with the condition that the bond is void if $234.06 is paid by Sept. 15 1813. Signed by Henry and Warner Washington [Jr.]. Witnessed by Benj. Taylor. On reverse, \"By cash of the within by Benj. Taylor Sixty five dollars (signed) B. Taylor, March 20 1813\" and \"June 18 1813 by Cash of Benj. Taylor Eighty Dollars.\"","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Custis's check on Farmers Bank of Alexandria for $145. Autograph document signed, endorsed by Dawson, canceled.","A.L. 2 pages. Washington. Harper's name does not appear on original manuscript, but in this letter to his daughter he describes his recent visit to Mount Vernon -- says he was well-received but that the place is quite run down except for the mansion itself -- the garden and hothouses (with their lemon trees) did earn his praise.","D. 2 pages. Gray agrees to purchase W-n's land in Westmoreland Cty. on the Potomac $20. an acre for 800 acres and $10. an acre for the balance pending a survey ... Gray to pay 100 shares of $100. each of Potomac Bank Stock when deeds are drawn ... payments out lined ... Washington reserves the grave yard and 50 ft. sq. at Wakefield to include the spot on which GW was born ... witnessed by Bushrod W-n, R. G. Robb, James Miller.","A.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) \"in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Previously sent remittance of a balance owed back to him. Discusses a Superior Court suit of Mr. Washington. Addressed to \"Doctr. David Stuart, Ossian Hall, near Alexandria.\" Docketed \"Genl. Minor\" with date.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Bishop William White. Concerns a candidate for the ministry, Mr. Milnor, who White believes will be \"useful to our Church, and to the Causes of Religion in general ...\" White is editing a defense of Church doctrine and will send Washington a copy. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","Letter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\". On reverse is docket \"Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields.\" and notation \"at request of Judge Washington.\" There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names \"John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C.\"","The letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and \"will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort\" (Fort Washington) where \"the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men\" are understood to be stationed.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 3 pages. Agreement for sale of 85 1/2 acres of timbered land and 125 acres cleared land by Washington, near Charlestown -- Ranson to pay $60 per acre for wooded and $40 per acre for cleared -- terms of payment -- Washington to have it surveyed and give proper title. Document, docketed, laminated. Signed by Geo. F. Washington and Mathw. Ranson, witnessed by John Yates.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Georgetown. A chatty letter containing one of the very early descriptions of Mount Vernon during the occupancy of Bushrod Washington: Went by barge -- 16 miles -- left at sunrise -- the plantation reduced to 4000 acres -- about 60 working slaves besides house servants and 15 or 20 children -- appearance of neglect, need for superintendence visible -- present appearances did not comport with dignity of the great man who left it -- garden contains rare and wonderful exotics, lemon and fig trees, fine apples, coconuts -- gardener a german, has been there 25 years -- house has \"a charming situation, with a fine growth of tall venerable trees at one end of it, with seats around many of the trees. There is a piazza the whole length of the house in front pav'd with large square stones. It commands a fine view of the river and adjacent country. We were invited into the \"banqueting-room,\" to see the celebrated chimney-piece, which is superb marble of various colours, exquisitely wrought ...\" -- pictures of the present owners, Mrs. Crawford her sister, furniture like that of dining rooms, in addition a large organ and a tall piece of furniture \"that I did not know the use of\" -- did not see the Judge or Mrs. Washington -- heard her piano sounding at a distance -- she is in very delicate health -- spends most of her time with her music -- scarcely ever sees her servants except her spinners to whom she gives their weekly portion of spinning -- \"sister Ann remark'd how well she should like to be mistress of such an establishment, and put things in order, cloathe the naked children, (for strange as it may seem, we saw such) ... We went to the vault where moulders all that was mortal of Washington\" -- describes Col. Wharton, death of his wife -- was once a friend -- to meet the celebrated Mrs. General Wilkinson and sister, french women from New Orleans -- has several fine birds, a mocking bird. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Georget Col., laminated, watermark (Amies and a dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Proud.\"","D.S. 1 page. Promise to pay $460.66 2/3 for value received from John Washington, to Wm. A.G. Dade as administrator of estate of Gwynn W. Baylor [possibly Walker Gwynn Baylor, born Virginia ca. 1780]. Docketing notes it is \"Benefit of Mrs. J. A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington. Document signed, fragment, docketed \"Mr. Washingtons note to Wm. A.P. Dade $460.66 2/3 benefit of Mrs. F.A. Baylor.\" Signed by Warner Washington [Jr.] and witnessed by Francis W[hiting] Washington.","D.S. 3 pages. Deed of land, 309 acres of land in Jefferson County to George Fayette Washington in exchange for payment of 4 bonds. If bonds are paid to Washington in time, deed to be void. Witnesses Matthew Ranson, John Yates, William Stanhope.","Printed stock certificates. Purchased at various times between 1813 and 1828.","$6.50 for subscription to the Federal Republican.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence and Eleanor rejoice in his safe arrival -- bank deposit agreeable to promise -- asks him to pay back taxes on land sold Joseph Lewis -- encloses notes of tenants on Rough Creek land -- send his five dollars to Federal Republican to have their paper sent to Warner at Russellsville -- they now publish a daily for $10 too -- news, Bonaparte's complete overthrow, loss of 82,000 men -- messenger from England with peace dispatches, prices dropped at the news -- rumor of a cabinet council to consider peace -- Armstrong the only one for war -- demo.'s upset over Boney's upset -- strange that men rejoice in his successes and upset at his defeat -- our relations with France if exposed would reveal corruption -- Warner's father [John Lewis] indebted to George Washington estate, how to close account -- fears it is not in his power to pay it. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. He hopes to hear Congress's report concerning the Glebe Land and land in the District, but disappointed so far. Also in regards to new jail in Alexandria, he believes citizens should not have to pay taxes for new jail as they were already taxed for the one in Fairfax County. To the Hon. Joseph Lewis,  a Member of Congress.","A.D.S. 1 page. John Littlejohn, collector of the revenue for the 22nd collection district of Virginia, collects duty of $10.00 from David Stuart for and upon a four wheel carriage called a coachee which is owned by Stuart.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Greenwood. Anna writes to her brother George Fayette of her ill health over a long period -- pain in breast and cough -- describes the medicines she has been taking and efforts to get a doctor from Fredericksburg or elsewhere -- hopes to visit him in summer by packet \"if the British will be good enough to keep out of the way.\" -- writes of her children, Charles and Churchill -- scolds him for not writing. Autograph letter signed, (under cover of letter of March 1) watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. She sends the letter written fortnight ago [see letter of 12 February 1815 -- it was not sent earlier because Jack was struck with rheumatism and could not carry it to Alexandria -- again rebukes her brother for not writing -- her health is improved, but pain and cough continue. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"[ ] Mar. 2,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","Letter, to Robert Brent, Department of War. Lear writes as official of the Department of war, Accounts Office on official business.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood. Expresses concern over a report of her brother's illness -- describes her own poor health -- will try to come up to see him if he is still ill -- explicitly prays to the Lord for his consolation and recovery. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"by Jack Cole\", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. M. Thornton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Lawrence writes to console his brother Robert on the recent death of his son, who was preserved so long to him, which only made the wound deeper -- Lawrence offers Christian consolations -- postscript says that the watch key was received as gift. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark, in pencil \"on my brother Robert's death 1823.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\"","A.N.S. 2 pages. Third person note to \"Uncle Beverley\" informing him that some lands are scheduled to be sold for taxes if they are not played. Mentions that certain lots acquired under the Byrd lottery should be claimed for her children. Sarah Tayloe Washington (Widow of Col. Wm A. Washington). S. T. Washington refers to herself as \"Miss.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Gov Johnson and Genl. Washington,\" written on reverse \"Signer Constitution and Sup. Court,\" and on face of letter \"This is from Gov. T. Johnson of Md. who nominated Washington to be Commander in Chief,\" laminated, watermark (5 pt. star enclosing CS). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Thos. Johnson.\" Johnson encloses one of General Washington's letters, of which he has several, which Hatch may keep -- apparently as a collectible relic.","Memorandum of agreement, D. 1 page. Francis Washington is to deliver 1000 bushels of wheat to James English's father's barn sometime in November -- Washington to be paid 7 shillings per bushel. Document, docketed \"English and Washington agt.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1815]. Signed by Warner Washington, Francis Washington and James English. Witnessed by Reade Washington. Receipt on reverse for money signed by Francis W. Washington, dated November 5, 1815.","A.D.S. 1 page. Summons to the Washington Family pertaining to a lawsuit.","D. 2 pages. Handwritten copy of a unanimous resolution by the General Assembly of Virginia that the governor be allowed to open correspondence with Bushrod Washington to permit the remains of George Washington and Martha Washington to be reinterred near the Virginia capital beneath a monument to be erected at public expense. Document, docketed \"Copy of Resolutions for the erection of a Monument to the Memory of George Washington,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts \"a vague report in circulation here\" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake -- mentions that is in her 74th year. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliz. Powel.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. In hand of a third party. Mrs. Lewis presents to Mr. Pitkin a cup and saucer that used to belong to George Washington.","Letter, Mount Vernon, to an unidentified newspaper. Bushrod asks that the paper discontinue its ad for sale of part of the Mount Vernon estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Deposited $50 to his credit in the bank of Alexandria.","Lafayette writes to Bushrod Washington to introduce associates, including Col. Bernard, who will be traveling in Virginia, and to ask about the transfer of his letters to George Washington back in France.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Transfer of land title, George Corbin Washington and others. 1816, Jan. 31: Geo. C. Washington to James Magruder of land called the \"Lodge\" agreeable to Washington's contract with Samuel Fitzhugh ... 1816, June 24: Magruder conveys it to Jacob Wagner ... 1816, June 26: Magruder directs Washington to convey \"Lodge\" to Wagner ... 1819, Mar. 23: Wagner directs Washington to convey it to Robt. and John Oliver ... 1819, Apr.: \"Lodge\" deeded by Thos. Beall of Geo. Town to The Olivers ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Reports that it is too late to submit the claim this season. But, if he has a seat next year he will do everything in his power to procure its admission. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Haywood. S. T. Washington, daughter of Col. Wm A. and Sarah Tayloe (3rd wife). Letter to her uncle asking for one hundred dollars. Refers to property in Richmond which is rightfully her family's and the Byrd lottery properties. (Great niece of GW thru elder brother Augustine). Autograph letter signed, wax, seal, W-n Family cipher - excellent impressions.","Receipt, A.D.S. 1 page. Fitzhugh's receipt to Lewis (on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate) \"for rents due on a tenement on the Ravensworth tract.\" Note on verso records payment \"on acct. of Land rented for Free Negroes.\" Autograph document signed, with notes on verso in the hand of Bushrod Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Long description of his impressions of Washington, including an account of a visit to Mount Vernon. He met Bushrod Washington and later dined at Woodlawn with Nelly Custis Lewis. She presented him with an ivory button said to have belonged to G.W. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. An ivory button accompanied this letter and is in the museum collections.","Indenture. D.S. 4 pages. George Corbin Washington, nephew of Bushrod Washington, as trustee of George Washington's lot in Washington, DC, sells to English the General's Capitol Hill lots. George Washington's house on Capitol Hill was destroyed by fire during the War of 1812.","Circular letter, L.S. 1 page. A printed letter to legatees of George Washington's estate regarding Henry Banks' claim to the Kentucky land forming part of the estate -- Banks's claim is good and he has agreed to make equal division of land -- his agent will sell it and divide proceeds -- legatees need either to return a power of attorney in this matter or, if they desire to deal separately, contact Banks themselves. Letter signed, integral cover, (addressed in hand of L. Lewis), laminated). Names on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington\" and \"Law Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Montgomery County, Maryland, Medley Hills. Mentions an enclosed certificate [missing] attesting to his Revolutionary service in the 7th Maryland Regiment and Regiment No. 1 ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","8 bills and 1 undated envelope. Bills charged to Lawrence Lewis and Bushrod Washington as executors of George Washington's estate.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod Washington responds to Mr. Lunell concerning his uncle's, George Washington, character and personality. He describes him as being \"comtemplative\", \"reserved\", \"distinguished\" yet \"kind and affectionate\" to relatives, and having \"consummate wisdom.\" He mentions his fondness for \"rural employment\" and skill at managing his plantation.","A.D.S. 2 pages. An agreement whereby Lewis (George Washington's nephew) will sell approx. 550 acres in Jefferson County, called Rock Hall, to Ranson for $17,115. The transaction is to occur as soon as Lewis receives the deed; the land was involved in a lawsuit between the \"Executors of Genl. Geo. Washington Plaintiff and Gerard Alexander and other Defendants.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. To the Cashier, Bank of Columbia, Georgetown. Re: Payment of $300 note. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Annapolis. Gov. Goldsborough's defense of his congressional conduct in 1814 when the question of removing the seat of gov't from Washington was discussed and a resolution voted on ... a Maj. Peter has charged the Gov. with being hostile to the Capital City ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\"","Elegy of George Washington. A.D.S. 1 page. Written \"on board the Steam Boat\" \"We come, kind Sir, to gaze upon the earth That gave Columbia's mighty hero birth. We come to heave the patriotic sigh Upon the tomb, where now his ashes lie ...\" On cover is a signature: \"Eleanor P. Lewis.\"","D.S. 1 page. Deposition of George Fayette Washington before WIlliam Waters, justice of the peace in Washington, D.C. -- deposer is the only surviving son of George A. Washington, late a Lieutenant in Virginia continental line -- claim for U.S. bounty lands -- his brother Charles A. and sister Anna Maria Thornton are dead, and sister's sons Charles A. ad Churchill J. Thornton to receive half. Document signed, docketed \"Memo. May 2d to ex. and Rept. tomorrow,\" watermark.","Letter. Is returning the shoes which are not Mrs. Washington's ... please return to rightful owner ... Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Account of payment due Taylor from Washington mostly on taxes that Taylor had paid on behalf of Washington in Kentucky and Ohio. Possibly George Fayette Washington. Autograph document signed, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lynchburg. Distressed over his illness -- Nelly Custis Lewis away from Woodlawn. Mentions Washington Custis going to the aid of a relative in Mississippi. Other family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Name on orginal manuscript appears as \" B. Carter.\"","A.L. 2 pages. Writing in the third person, Eleanor expresses her gratitude for Dr. Parrish's treatment of her \"suffering child\" and encloses payment for his services. Dr. Parrish noted Mrs. Lewis' connection with GW and the identity of the child [Agnes] who died under his care. Autograph letter, integral cover.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Labeled at top \"Extract.\" Description of visit to gardens, greenhouses and tomb. Visit was probably conducted by John C. Ehlers. Autograph document signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore speaks of his philosophies of life and death: \"Death .. is ... the brightest and most glorious moment to man .. if death was the body's enemy, it was the soul's good friend.\" Discusses his ideas about a treatment for yellow fever which Moore \"accidently\" discovered in 1817. It involves the use of mercury and calomel. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","D.S. 1 page. Bail bond of Warner Washington [Jr.] for $687.10, issued by the clerk's office of the Supreme Court of Law of Frederick county, because of a debt to Alexander Porter -- returnable the first Monday in February Signed by Warner and Perrin Washington. A printed form with manuscript additions. Document signed, partly printed.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Shirley, Virginia. Moore explains that he wishes to leave Virginia and return to South Carolina, where \"I meet with encouragment in my profession, and great civility in my social intercourse with an enlightened and polished people.\" Claims that he is \"without money,\" he asks Washington to lend him money to travel to South Carolina. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Princeton. William writes to his half brother requesting money to pay spring session bill at school (as he had to do in the fall) and some doctor bills -- he has written home for money, but there seems to be no money in Westmoreland -- he has been ill -- will try to see Judge Bushrod Washington who is in Trenton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"W.A. Washington Jr.\", laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. A. Washington.\"","A mansucript check for cash of the Bank of Potomac, signed by John Augustine Washington II. To be paid to N. Herbert of Alexandria for dividends due on his stock.","Letter, 2 pages. Mason Co. on the Kanawa. As the sole tenant of this parcel of land Fleaharty requests the position of manager. He pleads his case with true rustic eloquence. Mentions having salt on property.","D. 1 page. Bond for $750.22 for Warner Washington [Jr.] to deliver 10 head of horses to court house in Winchester on July 2. Signed by all three Washingtons. Document, partly printed, docketed \"Porter ass vs. ? Washington D Bond 18th Oct. [Natirisel ?] and Jud. 618\" and \"Notice given to all parties on the 21st day of Sept. to 4th day of October Court\", laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \" Warner Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Angela [about 8 yrs. old] writes to her brother of visitors to their home -- their sister [Parke] is away at a wedding at Mrs. Van Ness's -- their mother, E.P. Lewis, adds her own note to Lorenzo on the verso -- she writes that a letter from him to Ped [Angela] would give her much pleasure -- did he receive $5 she sent in a letter before Christmas? -- Parke is in Washington for the wedding -- concludes with family news. Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, postmarked \"Alexa Jan. 1\", torn and mutilated, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catolog card appears as 1821 [Dec.] 31 Monday.","D.S. Land paper presented to Palemon H. Winchester of Madison Co. by James Monroe.","Receipt for corporation taxes pd. by Washington for Thomas and Ann Beall and for himself.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Early description of Mount Vernon--went to visit Mt. V. with Mr. Sibley of Michigan and Mr. Schoolcraft, author and minerologist--custom seems to be to go thru mansion and around grounds with no ceremony, no matter whether Judge W. and family are there or not--\"The house is of wood - old, plain and has rather a gothic appearance ... A stranger is struck with the plainness, and I may add, the stiffness of appearance by which the whole is characterized.\"--\"The changes [since G.W.'s death] which have taken place are ... chiefly produced by decay - few from purposed alteration; and on the whole one would be led to think that the General paid no great regard to ornament and that whatever he attempted in that way he was unsuccessful.\"--exotic fruits and flowers in green house--\"Many of the ornamental trees and shrubs appear to have been planted promiscuously, without order or regularity. This was far more agreable to my eye than the sharp points and angles in which the box borders of the garden were arranged--plucked a piece of cedar from G.W.'s tomb. Autograph letter signed, watermark. Early description of Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Belmont. Discussion of slavery: \"Some Legalized Kidnappers might be usefully employed in scouring our State of all your fugitive slaves; and if you could colonize all the sooty race, nothing better could be done.\" Peters is angered at the abolitionists, those \"antiflagellating benevolents\". Finally, Peters hopes Washington regains his health, \"so that you may be strong, and work hard on your colonization Scheme; so that all [the slaves] may be returned to the happy regions of their forefathers...\" Mentions Bushrod's \"malady,\" lamenting that \"your appetite was often your worst enemy; and its indulgence in improper gratifications has often nourished, in place of destroying your disease... I once knew a hardy Scotchman killed, when convalescent and recovering from a bilious complaint, by gratifying his appetitite in the treat of a boiled scotch herring.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L. 4 pages. Fairfax County. Early description of Mount Vernon in an unsigned, incomplete letter -- description of house -- \"The whole structure has lately undergone a thorough repair and has in every respect the same appearance as when the General died, except a small portico which the Judge has erected at the south end of the mansion.\" -- description of bowling green and trees, gardens, and exotic plants -- description of main hall and key to Bastille -- \"The Judge now uses the General's study as a dining room. The General's library contains a huge and handsome collection of Books.\" -- American and fallow deer on the estate. Autograph letter, incomplete, unsigned, laminated. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","D. 1 page. Printed notice of July 4, 1822 over Bushrod Washington's name, forbidding permission to steam boat parties and other groups to use Mt. Vernon for \"eating, drinking and dancing parties\" -- \"unpleasant circumstances\" led to his notice -- \"respectable strangers\" can still continue to visit, except on Sundays -- below this is printed a later form letter stating that the published notice has been ignored and he intends to sue boat companies who bring parties to Mt. Vernon -- on reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement of the debt due Tracy.\" in hand of Bushrod Washington -- the account covers 1824-1826. Document, printed, docketed \"Mr Scott's statement of bal. due 1 Jany 1826\" and \"Bushrod Washington protest against making Mt. Vernon a dance and lunch [ ] 1822.\" [On reverse is \"Copy of Mr. Scott's statement\" 1826 Jan. 1].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Harpers Ferry to Charles Town. Letter about the preparation of a wedding cake.","L.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. George Corbin writes his uncle that he has just returned from Green Hill -- this morning he saw Mr. Beverly who is undecided about selling his [Negro] boy to Bushrod Washington -- Dick is about 18 years old and has resided in the District about 3 years -- questions legality of removing a slave to Virginia by purchase -- advises Bushrod to consult Virginia law on this -- he purchased some of finest English and Dutch cattle at sale of the property of Mr. Wm. Williams of Frederick County. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W., postmarked Georn. Ca., Jan. 21,\" laminated, red seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","Early description of Mount Vernon and certificate of authenticity for painting of Great Falls. Also includes copy, same date.","Letter, 2 pages. To the Superior Court of the Chancery of the Winchester District. Answer of the complaint against him by Geo. Wm. Fairfax and others regarding his trusteeship of the estate of Ferdinand Fairfax and Eliza Blair Fairfax. He wishes to relinquish his responsibility due to failing health.","A.L.S. 3 pages. King George County. Written by a grandson of Augustine Washington, George Washington's half-brother, this letter asks about dividing the remainder of George Washington's estate among his immediate family -- his brother and sister have died, so how should their share be divided? -- Bushrod's reply, dated 1823 May 27, is drafted on page 3 of the manuscript -- the judge gives his opinion of legal distribution of remainder of the estate among heirs of Ann Ashton -- a suit has been brought for final settlement and the courts will decide. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by B.W. \"letter and answer.\" [Bushrod W.'s answer is drafted on back sheet of letter]. [John N. Ashton was a grandson of Augustine Washington, G.W.'s half-brother].","Autograph letter, signed. \"Bush. Washington\" writes to Charles Lewis Esq, regarding a possible arbitration or suit. Letter mentions Mr.Thomas Swann, Mr. Robert I. Taylor, and Mr. Walter Jones. Handwritten note at the bottom.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New Orleans. Erwin writes in regard to collecting an account -- he doesn't want to call on \"our mutual friend Johnny Anderson\" for payment of his note, because Anderson considers himself a great man thereabouts and he has promised to pay upon the sale of his crop -- \"our friend Henry Johnston will be our next governor.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, postmarked \"New Orl. L Sept 15,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Jefferson. Re: A suit against a \"John Washington\" administrator of the estate of John Throckmorton. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Belmont. A discussion of a legal case, Penn vs. Cline, and Peters' opinion on land speculators. Written on the anniversary of GW's birth, Peters relates that \"This day brings into my mind many old recollections, both painful and pleasant\" and that he is going into Philadelphia to celebrate the birthday. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Expressing concern over L.L's indisposition News of the death of a friend killed by an explosion in a steam boiler. News of several marriages. Visit of Judge Johnson and Edward Livingston; good prospects for the Judge's election. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\" Integral cover, wax seal (broken).","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. Peters writes about publications, sending Washington six copies for his approval before printing. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.N.S. 1 page. \"I this day made a settlement with Mr. Daingerfield Lewis of my private account with my Brother George Lewis and I find exclusive of the property sold by my Brother at Mill Brook he stands indebted to me Five hundred and twenty one dollars and fifty nine cents ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Letter with cross-writing. Wishing him a quick recovery from his indisposition. News of the preparations for her impending visit to Phila. News of her household. Integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Lewis (Butler).\"","A.L.S. 1 page. GWPC's letter accompanies a plate of the States china which is given to Mrs. [Trumbull], the widow of the late Gov. Trumbull.","Partially printed form signed by Samuel J. Cramer.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Concerning the executors of Washington's will.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - \"MaHa Bridge\" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.","Autograph document signed in the hand of Bushrod Washington, for the sale of land in Prince William County called Yorkshire Farm.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Writing in French, Frestel assures Nelly of his and G.W. Lafayette's affection for her -- they bid farewell to America where they have been received with such kindness -- can add nothing to what Georges has told her -- admonishes her to always remain as she is -- respects to her mother, grandmother and sisters. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"recommended to the care of my M. friend George Washington Lafayette\" laminated, watermark, in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. Monticello. Lafayette expresses his affection for Nelly and her brother G.W.P. Custis -- and says he share more when he travels near her at the end of the month -- [This letter is also quoted by Nelly in letter of Nov. 22 to Eliz. Bordley Gibson]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Char. Va. Nov. 10\", laminated, red seal with device blurred, watermarks. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Writing from Mount Vernon, Judge Washington provides his nephew with introductions to two Westmoreland Co. judges and gives advice on passing the Virginia bar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.","D. 2 pages. Estate of Thos. Peter indebtedness to estate of G.W.--Receipted to G.W. Peter by John A. Washington, attorney in fact for G.W.P. Custis, surviving executor of G.W. Document, endorsed \"Thomas Peter and wife,\" and \"Washington Exer. v. Washington Legatees, marked \"No. 21.\"","A.D. 2 pages. Lawrence Lewis's account with the Estate of Washington including expenses incurred by him from 1825 to 1833 for housing, food, clothing, medical attendance, and other items. Lewis states that all his other accounts with the Executor of the Estate are now settled and if anyone should desire to examine same he may do so. \"On account of Old free Negroes of the Estate.\" Autograph document signed, folio size invoice.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Received copies of George Washington's letters from Chief Justice John Marshall -- will take them to Philadelphia in March -- proposes terms for publication and fee involved -- the Chief Justice thinks there will be 3 volumes. Autograph letter signed, draft. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\"","Eleanor C. Stuart draws a personal check for $140.00 on the Bank of Alexandria.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Leesburg. Regarding land and rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding Harrison's brother's books to be returned.","Bushrod Washington, Alexandria, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington II, Mount Vernon, regarding books and supply of sugar in the store room. Bushrod asked his nephew to bring to Alexandria some papers from the \"press which stands on the walnut chest of drawers in my outward study...\" Papers relate to the  administration of George Washington's estate. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Harrison in Leesburg. Regarding rent on the Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod reports that he commenced cleaning the ditch in his large meadow but after riding to the meadow he found all hands would be required to take care of the hay which he plans to finish during the week. He thanks his neighbor for his offer to do the ditch but thinks he has the power to do it with his own help. He plans to invest some money and wants to purchase a share in the Dismal Swamp, if the sum is too large he would like to buy the share on partnership, however, he prefers to do so alone. He says he will communicate his neighbor's hints to Bushrod Jr. about the road which he is sorry to hear has been so much neglected.","Bushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, writes to his nephew, John Augustine Washington, Charlestown Jefferson County Virginia, regarding the price of brandy. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partial wax seal.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette thanks Nelly for her letter and regrets the impossibility of going to Woodlawn to visit before his Virginia visit -- will try to return early, about the 24th and come visit her and bring her to Washington to be there when Lafayette and his party depart. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then \"our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains\" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington. Letter of introduction for Lawrence Lewis requesting that he be shown the hospitality of Northhampton Co. Lewis wishes to go to Smith's Island.","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Concerning the full length portrait of George Washington in military uniform which he painted in July 1790 for Mrs. Washington. At the time of this letter, the portrait was owned by \"Mrs. Custis\" (Eliza Parke Custis Law). It descended in the family and is at present in the collection at Winterthur. (see Eisen, \"Portraits of Washington\", vol. 11, p. 417 and Morgan and Fielding, \"The Life Portraits of Washington\", p. 165.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Regarding survey and boundaries of his land at Yorkshire farm.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. His lawyer writes that no bond was found in chancery court. Mr. Harrison should let him know if there is one filed in the court where the judgment was rendered.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lafayette hasn't written her earlier because wanted to be able to tell her when he can visit -- he must await arrival of members of Congress, who meet on the Monday -- he has an appointment to dine with Mr. Calhoun on Tuesday -- on the 15th he must go to commencement of Columbia College [now the George Washington University] -- so he will make a first visit to Nelly and Judge Washington \"between Wednesday [the 7th?] and the 14th\" -- they can visit more over the greater part of the winter -- he saw her son Lorenzo as the latter was going to Philadelphia. Autograph letter, integral cover, Signature cut out and his name written in at bottom of letter .Date on original catalog card appears [1824 ?]. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","Berryville. List of accounts for merchandise purchased by Lawrence Lewis from Berryville merchant Treadwell Lewis. The purchases include French brandy, rice, salt, linen, blank books, paper, molasses, cups, pots, halters, calomel, laudanum, and other dry goods.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadlephia. Disappointed not to have received payment from Mr. Hooe. Wishes to have the business closed.","A.D.S. 1 page. Promissory note payable to Augustine L. Washington for $329.55. Docketed on verso, Mr. Walter Johnson (C.L. Washington not identified).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Describes a visit to Mount Vernon. Also mentions having dined with President John Quincy Adams.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes \"I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting\" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Ca. May 11.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Letter discusses payments on bonds and when payments on bonds are due - stresses the importance of comparing contracts and bonds. Autograph letter signed, seal, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Brent is clerk of the District of Columbia. GW estate business. Judge Washington asks for deeds and bills of sale for lots in the District owned by General Washington. He suspects that George Corbin Washington may have recently sold lots which had previously been sold. Autograph letter signed, separate letter cover franked.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Amounts and payments owed to himself and Mr. Turner by Mr. Hooe.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely. Payments and bonds due him.","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Washington and Blackburn.\" Regarding rents due to himself and Judge Washington.","Account of blacksmith work done done for Lawrence Lewis at Woodlawn, 1827-1829.","A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington regrets that he cannot accept Meredith's invitation to dinner on account of his wife's health. Washington reports that for the last 5 or 6 years he has been obliged to decline all invitations to dinner or evening parties. He asks Meredith to accept his apology.","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis to 'My dear child,' Frances Parke Butler. This letter, written from Arlington while visiting her brother George Washington Parke Custis and 'Aunt Mary' briefly mentions Bushrod Washington's needed improvements to Mount Vernon, and repairs made to Woodlawn Plantation. She desires Parke send her a finished 'picture' of Parke herself, which she believes will be a 'faithful likeness.' She requests for it to be sent unframed and in placed in a morocco case for proper storage. Eleanor promises to send Parke various sundry goods, including corsets, corals, and silks. She also discusses family matters, including the death of Parke's 'Good Uncle Carter,' and the reaction of Eleanor's half sibling, also named Eleanor. Eleanor writes using a common 19th century practice of cross-writing. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 27.","D.S. 1 page. Written provenance of George Washington's shaving box by Phil Pendleton.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding the measurements of water from the spring at the back of Judge Washington's house.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Rockville, MD to Washington, D.C. The writer comments on the recent election in Maryland of two Jacksonian legislators, rather than administration men, explaining that the administration voters split their votes between too many candidates -- he claims that the electoral election will show a difference, and that an administration man will win, securing the district for John Quincy Adams -- gives permission to print this, leaving off his name. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Rockville Md. 2nd Oct,\" letter marked \"to the editor,\" laminated, watermark (6 pt. star). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lee requests Bushrod Washington's recommendations for a teacher of \"settled character\" to teach the solid branches of education at a new female academy in Leesburg, Va., administered by Lee's sister. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis tells Bushrod that he is mindful of his obligation on the part of Genl. Washington's Estate. He reports that two gentlemen have funds of his in their hands which he shall authorize his brother to collect. He will borrow from a bank in order to cover the rest of the obligation. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond to Spotswood, Nottingham near Fredericksburg. Hamilton relates to Spotswood that no decision had taken place relative to his claim but it would be brought before Chief Justice Marshall on Monday next. Hamilton reports other legal matters relative to the case. He adds that he will be at home during Christmas and invites him to ride up for a visit.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. General Lafayette expresses his sympathy with Nelly and her family over the recent death of her grandson E.G.W. Butler, son of Parke and Mr. Butler -- his own recently-married granddaughter is ill with a serious complaint in lungs -- George W. Lafayette's daughter Natalie is recently married -- he and George are going to Paris soon because they have been elected deputies of \"This and the neighboring district of Meaux\" -- agrees that Cincinnati is a delightful place, but acknowledges that Nelly will be happier with her daughter in New York when Gen. Gaines moves there -- sends his regards to many of Nelly's family members by name -- received letter from G.W.P. Custis \"who I see has produced two very good plays.\" -- comments on Betty's [Eliza P. Custis's] poor situation and health. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Mar 4,\" written on cover \"forwarded by your obt. ser. Wm. Whittock Jr. 4 March 1828,\" laminated, red seal.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Send thanks for copies of George Washington letters but disappointed in not receiving GW autographs \"as it was my intention to distribute them in Europe among eminent persons ... I was particularly gratified with your account of Gen. Washington's devotional habits ...\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town, Va. He expresses satisfaction that his nephew Churchill seems to be more truly pious than most young people -- offers spiritual support and direction in a letter full of biblical allusions. Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Uncle Washington Feby. 26 1828,\" badly mutilated, laminated.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Culpepper. Jane Thornton encloses two checks for partial payment of the claim Bushrod preferred against her. She will send the balance when it is convenient as her family is currently troubled by illness. She extends an invitation to Bushrod to visit should he ever be called to her part of the country. She is disappointed that he will not be sending his two sons to school near her.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis apologizes for the delay in paying George Washington's estate the money he owes it -- he was disappointed in getting money from Eastern Shore of Va., and must await market for crops -- \"I have been often in want of a single dollar\" -- the market is very low at present. Autograph letter signed, mounted. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","The letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.","A.L.S. 1 page. G.C. Washington acknowledges General Stewarts acceptance of the draft on him. He reports that they are still engaged with the tariff [in Congress] and fears it will occupy some time as its fate is still in doubt. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Pleased with her son's use of French ... distressed to hear that Aunt Thornton has been unwell ... father and friends in the neighborhood send greetings ... Autograph letter signed, cover, written in French.","A.L.S. 9 pages. Recommends defeat of congressional resolution to abolish office of Major General ... act of Congress of Mar. 1799 settled the divisions of army units and officers on recommendation of Washington and Hamilton ...  Name on original manuscript appears as \"A. Macomb.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"HUDSON.\"","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health and education. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Re: Senate bill to widen the draw of the Potomac Bridge from 35' to 50' or 55' ... Smith favors a draw of not less than 60' as boats are of larger and larger design ...","For one share of stock in the Potowmack Company. Value is 444.","Draft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets she cannot raise the money to pay a debt to the estate---has tried to raise money on her property in Kentucky---hopes to see Judge W-n in Jefferson this summer or fall when she hopes to pay part or all. [Lucy Payne, sister of Dolly Payne Madison, first married George Steptoe W-n---after his death she married a Mr. Todd of Ky.---they were married in the White House during Madison's presidency] Information received from Mrs. Todd, V-R FOR West Va.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fredericksburg. Lewis reports that he has nearly recovered from a serious illness. He relates that suits have been instituted against his debtors in order to meet his engagements with the Executors of Genl. Washington. Lewis will be in Fredrick, he hopes, during the month of August and would like to meet Bushrod there in order to explain more satisfactorily his prospects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Comments on an approaching election and his confidence in success ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Letcher.\" Autograph letter signed, watermark : \"AMIES PHILADA.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Smyrna Harbor. Written on board the U.S.S. Java in the Mediterranean. News of their trip abroad, including a visit to the \"Plains of ancient Troy.\" Also the story of an encounter on board the ship, The Warren, with the \"Celebrated Greek Pirate\" Marmaduke.","A.L.S. 1 page. Lucy Todd apologizes to Bushrod for leaving without conversing with him about settling her debt to him. Her situation was complicated by a suit brought by Charles Todd against her which required $2000 for satisfaction. She asks Bushrod to accept 40 shares of bank stock to liquidate as much of the debt as possible.","A.D.S. 3 pages. List of sundries purchased by the month. All personal items. Two tears with some loss of text.","Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington, Philadelphia, writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, regarding family health and education. The letter mentions the death of Judge Richard Peters, longtime friend of Bushrod's. The letter has a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter signed. 1 sheet with burnt edges.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words [\"that it\"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza Parke Custis.\" Autograph document signed, laminated.","D. 2 pages. Receipt from auditor's office in the state of Kentucky for 72 cents tax paid on 576 2/3 acres of land in Logan County, due from 1827.","A.L.S. 1 page. Secretary of State Clay (under J.Q. Adams) regrets to inform Washington that he does not have a position in the Department of State for the son of Washington's friend. \"If any existed your own recommendation ... would be entirely sufficient.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Re: an accounting of the way in which the nephew's son spent his money while with the Thorntons ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Christmas greetings and congrats on his election to the Presidency. Also mentions a locket she has sent containing the hair of General and Mrs. Washington, General Lafayette and her own. Autograph letter signed, integral cover docket by AJ.","A.L.S. 3 pages. La Grange to Woodlawn. Lafayette writes that he is always glad to welcome Nelly's American friends in France -- he has several great-grandchildren -- Miss Henrietta Douglas in town and they talked of Woodlawn -- admitting that it is \"not proper\" for him to meddle in American politics, he offers a comment on American election of 1828 anyway in view of Nelly's \"electioneering wishes\" having been accomplished -- he wishes there had been less abuse on both sides -- recommends trip to Europe for Eliza Parke Custis Law, and grieves for her dejected state. Name on original manuscript appears as \"General Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"Recd and forwarded by your Obt Ser. Wm. Whittock Jr.,\" laminated, Postmarked \"New York Mar. 10,\" red seal with device of man's head (George Washington's).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will \"resort to harsh measures\" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her country and travel alone -- \"I must totter on the the grave alone.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmaked \"Washn. City Apr. 22,\" laminated, black seal with waffle design, watermark (S and A Butler U.S.).","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle and aunt, Bushrod Washington and Julia Ann Washington, Mount Vernon, regarding family updates and describes her journey home from Mount Vernon. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet, partially torn.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for \"...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ....\" sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed \"Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829.\"","Jane Charlotte Washington writes to her uncle, Bushrod Washington, Philadelphia, regarding family health. She is grieved to hear of Bushrod's illness. Letter contains a Charlestown postmark. He would die the following month. Autograph letter, signed. 1 sheet with partially burnt edges.","Possibly from John Augustine Washington. A.D. Requests interview to be confidential--doesn't know how his case will end, and has aversion to usual practices [at death]--his body not to be restrained in any way, not to be buried until signs of decay are seen--coffin to have holes bored in lid and sides [for air] in case of resuscitation--directions for removing his body to Mt. Vernon--nephew John [Augustine] Washington has been asked to come up. Autograph document, laminated, watermark (Hudson). Date on original catalog card appears [1829] [Nov. 14].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Washington City. Bushrod Washington Jr., writes that Cousin John [Augustine Washington] is doing the inventory of the late Judge Bushrod Washington's estate -- the two of them are having some doubt as to bequests, particularly about what books should be considered part of the law library -- they suggest a solution, and are trying to iron out difficulties on that point and to clarify one boundary line -- he suggests George mind his health and travel in a closed carriage rather than by horseback -- Bushrod Jr's. family is expected at Mt. Zephyr today. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Geo. C. Washington, written in a later hand \"Son of Col. Wm. A. Washington and brother of Hon. G.C. Washington, on business concerning settlement of Gen'l Washington's estate,\" postmarked \"Alexa. Ca Dec. 30,\" laminated.","Autograph note, 1 page. Accepts dinner invitation ...","Account, 3 pages. List of household sundries purchased by Lorenzo Lewis by the month.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Results of his search re: Revolutionary claims of John Thornton and Jane W-n Thornton in 1788 ... quotes from a resolution of the Committee of Claims ... nothing conclusive ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Philadelphia. The eclipse--Aunt Rosalie [Stuart 's] engagement [to George Turberville ?]--her landscape painting-- attending lectures--Sonny [Parke's son, E.G W. Butler]--Mr. Hervian has finished cousin Mary [Custis] portrait. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [c. 1830] Feb. 13. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked .\" Forwarded by Mr L. L [ ], laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. He writes to his brother, the Congressman, asking for information on whether there is or will be a bill during this session before Committee on Territories for establishment of the Huron Territory -- he also wants all pamphlet speeches on Foot's Resolution -- wants to collect them all and have them bound. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. Aug. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, and in later hand.\" Brother of Go. C. Washington\",\" postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 12 March 1830,\" free.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mr. Peyton wishes to follow through a suit against the estate of Andrew Parks and Wm A. Washington regarding land titles of sales of certain Kanawah acreage and Federal City lots which formed part of the estate of General Washington. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Peyton, John H.\" Autograph letter signed, (on inside page - see Wm A. W-n letter to Robert Beverly of May 17, 1830).","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writing to support passage of a bill to incorporate the Alexandria Canal Co ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Sarah Washington expresses her sympathy on the grave illness of George Corbin Washington's only daughter [Eleanor Ann Washington] -- she herself has a \"floating gout\" caused, she believes, by sorrows for the losses of others -- she shares family news, mostly health-related -- Lawrence Washington, husband of her daughter Sarah, has bought Combleton and they reside there [Westmoreland County] -- Sarah mourns the loss of carriage horses, which with her inability to walk keep her confined -- when the family goes north every year for 3-4 months, she is \"totally alone.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge 18 May 1830,\" watermark (dove of peace, and No. 2).","A.D. 2 pages. A list of the letters and whether in hands of Sparks Hamilton--a note at the end says \"those marked S. are in my possession, and were among the papers sent to me from Mount Vernon by Judge Washington.\" Autograph document, in hand of J. Sparks, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Haywood to Georgetown. Lawrence announces news of death of Geo. C. Washington's half brother, William. A. Washington [Jr.] of bilious fever and hemorrhage . (Lawrence Washington was husband of Geo. C.'s half sister Sarah Tayloe Washington, and son of Henry Washington of Westmoreland City.) He wanted George Corbin Washington to hear the news directly before reading it in the newspapers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Mattox Bridge June 25, 1830\", free, laminated watermark (Amies Philada. No. 2, dove of peace and No. 2).","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Samuel Washington.\" Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Coulsmon Va. June 29,\" in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).","Reproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and stopping places along road. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"City of Washington Jul 14\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Fairfax Washington writes that the estate has no money to pay Lewis the interest already past due at this time -- he must depend on present crop for any money -- as sending it now would be a \"fatal interruption\" to the next crop, he asks indulgence for one last time until he can finish seeding. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Battletown Va. Jul 19\", laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. Internal evidence suggests that this is a postscript to a letter from G.W. Lafayette to Nelly. The elder Lafayette writes that his son (G.W. Lafayette) reelected member of House of Deputies -- anxious about Eliza Custis's health -- hopes \"the marriage of Hortensia Monroe, of which I have lately Heard, may procure for her more consolation with respect to her grand children than she has been [ ] to receive from their father.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lafayette.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"New York Sept 1\", red seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria to Audley. Description of two newly acquired fine mares, and arrangements concerning their registration and pedigree papers.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her child and then grandchildren -- R[ogers], since his marriage, has kept [grand]children from her -- she hasn't seen them for 18 months -- she lives in state of anxiety and distress, with constant pain in her side -- she relates her efforts to help Snow's son politically -- she is now in Gadsby's National Hotel near Bank of Washington -- complains of the difficulty in getting good servants -- \"the liberation of many negroes within the last twelve or fifteen years, has rendered them generally worthless - utterly corrupted the slaves, so that now 'tis almost impossible to hire a decent servant.\" -- Mary Lee Randolph Custis is engaged to marry youngest son of General Lighthorse Harry Lee [that is, Robert E. Lee]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Hond. by the Revd. George Washington Blagden,\" but crossed out, postmarked \"Washington City.[ ]Nov.[ ],\" laminated, watermark.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Fragment. Order to the Cashier of the Potomac Bank to pay $58.17. Signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by Lawrence Lewis as executor of George Washington's estate. (See also Baird's bills dated April 28, 1831 and 1830-1.)  Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph document signed, canceled, endorsed by Baird, signed by L. Lewis as Executor of G.W.'s estate.","Bill. A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for stone work for the vault at Mount Vernon. $58.17. receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831\". [See also Baird's bill dated April 28, 1831 and check dated Dec. 27 1830]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Tho. E. Baird.\" Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird on Jan. 27, 1831, docketed by L. Lewis \"Acct and Recpt. for Stone for the Vault at Mt. Vernon $58.17 27 Jany 1831.\"","Formal letter in French signed by Marquis de Lafayette as president of the Comite Central Polonais.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Encloses memorandum [now missing] expresses gratitude for W-n's efforts in his behalf ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Union Hotel watermark: \"AMIES PHILADA\", dove, black wax seal, oval impression.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House. Custis writes to Rev. Orr that the state of the river is preventing access to Georgetown which prevented earlier answer -- he declines election as Director of African Education Society -- agricultural and literary avocations make it impossible to give it full attention -- wishes the Society all success -- in a postscript asks Orr with Mr. McNeall to render into Latin an inscription intended for a tomb for Washington's mother: \"To Mary The Mother of Washington The Virginian Matron Who gave to her Country and the World A Hero without ambition, A Patriot without reproach Aetatis 85.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"G.W. Custis letter to Isaac Orr July 25. 1831.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Maj. Lawrence Lewis has finished new vault -- he came today to examine the coffins -- many cannot be moved without going to pieces -- your father's coffin [Wm. A. Washington] is entirely to pieces, cannot be moved -- better send someone to make a new coffin -- Major Lewis will move them next week or so -- my health is bad -- have written Mr. Roberson on this subject -- have not received receipt for George's first six months' tuition and board -- please ask them to send bill and receipt -- George's expenses greater than they should be, especially for his shoes -- my other son is at Mr. Brent's school and his shoes are much less. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by G.C.W., laminated, watermark (Mode), postmarked \"Alexa Ca. Mar. 4,\" marked\"Free.\"","Receipt. 1 page. Cloth and thread purchased for Negro clothing. Amount $7.80.","Genealogy chart, Washington family. Has a key for the several proprietors of Mount Vernon. Appears to be inaccurate.","A.D.S. Bill for $5.00 for stonework for the vault at Mount Vernon. Autograph document signed, receipted by Baird, docketed \"Genl. Washington's Estate to Thos. E. Baird $5. April 28 1831.\" [See also Baird's bill dated 1830-31, and L. Lewis's check to Baird dated Dec. 27, 1830].","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Has directed the gardener to take over the first peas--hopes they will be acceptable to her and Major Mason--sister is recovering--husband's business kept her from going to her--tomorrow we set off--letter from Augustine [John A. W-n ?]--\"boys are all well\"--thanks her for inviting Augustine to spend vacation with her son but Mr. W. thinks him too young and volatile to be without parental or teacher's control--respects to Mr. and Mrs. Webb. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, written in a later hand is incorrect information, \"Mrs. J. C. Washington wife of Judge Bushrod Washington,\" laminated.","For linen and thread - $1.69 1/4.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha. Acknowledges receipt of circular letter regarding their desire to reinter remains of Mrs. Mary Washington in church and erect monument--from knowledge of her simple likes, he dissents from scheme as her only surviving grandchild of the name--suggests a plain monument erected on spot she's buried now as best memorial--thanks them for intended honor. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Saml. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"From Capt. Samuel Washington of Kanhawa. his refusal to give up the remains of Mary the Mother of Washington with all the other near relatives to be placed in a contemplated Church in the town of Fredericksburg\", laminated. [Letter to members of Monumental Committee of Fredericksburg].","A.L.S. 1 page. They have been appt. a committee by citizens of Fredericksburg and vicinity to \"rescue from oblivion the spot, where by her own selection lie intered the remains of your venerated and respected relative Mrs. Mary Washington\"--requests assent and co-operation in raising a monument. Letter, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa Ca June 8,\" laminated, watermarks.","The son of George Washington's sister, Lawrence Lewis authorizes Thomas Griggs to bring back a slave named Shadrach and his brother Arlington who ran away separately from Lewis' farm near Battletown.","A.L.S. Alexandria to Audley. Name on originaly manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\"","Haywood. Describes her poor health and her unhappy situation since the death of her son William Augustine. Mrs. Washington asks Mr. Beverley to clear up some trouble she is having proving the payment of a debt. Signature on manuscript appears as \"Sarah Washington Senior.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.","A.L. 2 pages. Audley. Copy of letter. Negative reply to the request that Nancy Coxe spend the winter in Philadelphia with the Lewis family.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Nashville. Relates to a suit between a Mr. Ervin and a Mr. Blake. Autograph letter signed, integral cover. (Thomas Washington not identified. Possibly Thomas Blackburn W-n, son of George Corbin Washington). 1802-1894.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Boston to Baltimore. Promises to supply Gilmore with autograph letters, particularly \"those of Revolutionary note.\" Complains about William Sprague, GW document collector. Asks Gilmore to ask Charles Carroll about his memories of the Conway Cabal, \"particularly the names of those, who were unfavorably disposed towards [Gen. Washington] in Congress.\" Autograph letter signed, address leaf, seal, postmark.","Lawrence Lewis writes to George Corbin Washington regarding the remains of their uncle George Washington. Notes that 'Cousin John' - John Augustine Washington - refused to have Washington's remains disturbed despite the two houses of Congress desire to place them in the cellar (used for coal and wood) of the Capital which Lewis finds insulting. Mentions an already approved equestrian statue of Washington to be placed in a square as a better location under which to place Washingtons's remains. Expresses that the final movement of Washington to the new vault complied with their uncle's last expressed wish despite the public's claim that the remains belong to them and should be given upon demand. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel. Postmarked - Alexandria 'Feb 17'.","Receipt. Henry Brown, State Treasurer. Tax receipt for year 1831 for 500 acres of land in Union County, Ohio. Signed by D[eneas?] Adams, Chief Clerk. Partly printed form, docketed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Mr. W-n's health fluctuating* ... will be traveling again this summer, pleased that she is nicely situated with brother's family ... invitation to Mount Vernon if W-ns in residence next winter ...  Autograph letter signed, integral cover. *John A., Sr. died on June 26, 1832.","Letter to Frances Lewis Butler from her sister and mother. Mary Eliza Angela Lewis, also nicknamed 'Tiffin,' writes to her sister about her recent trip to Washington, D. C. where she witnessed debates in the Senate and House. Confesses that she also attended a '[Henry] Clay meeting' and rather enjoyed it. Reports that members from the meeting later visited Mount Vernon and Mr. Bradford of Virginia delivered an excellent and appropriate address at the tomb. Mentions other family members. Nelly adds her own letter to the latter part of the document, commenting on 'Sonny's' portrait [by Chapman] and the response of a visitor as the \"best likeness of a child he ever saw.\" It is the greatest ornament in their parlor. Writes about the weather, picking wild strawberries and various family members as well as upcoming travel plans. Autograph letter signed, 4 pages. Postmarked Alexandria, May 28.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Woodlawn. Information on fees paid by his uncle [Bushrod W-n] in suit Cresap vs. McLai[n ?]--Maria [Anne Maria Washington ?] suffering from chills and fever. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.","A.L.S. 1 page. House of Representatives to Georgetown. Announces death of John A. Washington about 2 o'clock while writer was with a party at Mt. Vernon--Dr. Mason with him--had been better but sudden hemorhage carried him off in minutes--hasten to distressed family if it is convenient.Date on original catalog card appears [1832] [June 26].Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Announcing death of John A. Washington of Mt. Vernon,\" watermark (D.I. Canfield).","Bond. D. 1 page. G.C.W. to pay $711.10 for his shares of stock of Potomac Co., under will of B. Washington, deceased--obligation being he must refund on demand due proportion of any deals or just demands hereafter appearing against B. Washington, deceased. Document, unsigned, [on reverse is form for same transaction with G.C.W-n in his position as trustee for Bushrod Washington Jr.'s children,] watermark.","D. 1 fragment. Thomas Beall of Georgetown, heirs of Washington County. Mostly real property taxes ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Encloses stock gilli seed ... will send Polianthus seeds and roots ... planning to board in Alexandria until late Mar ... sons at Howard School ... wants Maria to attend [Benjamin] Hallowell's school ... accepts offer of White fig and passion fruit ... will make every effort to keep up with MV without involving the children's estates ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Visited downstairs rooms only--furniture all changed from G.W.'s day--key of Bastille and marble mantle and numerous statues and paintings--\"you may not be aware that the best likeness of Washington was what might almost be said to have been a chance drawing on a pitcher. This is preserved in an elegant frame and under a green veil\"--description of old and new tombs--\" ... the tomb itself though by way of distinction called new is in a state delapidation [sic] disgraceful to the nation if indeed the nation had anything to do with it\"--8 or 10 slaves on estate--old negro acted as guide, told anecdotes--mulatto woman--\"the blood of some of the W. family no doubt ran in her veins\"--all servants there expected tips from visiters--good description of the state capitol in Richmond and city guard which is [he thinks] designed to hold slaves in check. Name does not appear on original manuscript. Early description of Mt. Vernon. Autograph letter, integral cover docketed \"Tap Wentworth,\" laminated, watermark.","Resolution of thanks by Washington Board of Aldermen, to George Corbin Washington, E.F. Chambers, and L. Jarvis. Public appreciation of their successful support of Congressional measures to promote interests of city of Washington ... to be honored at a dinner ...","A.D. Travel journal including a description of a visit to Mount Vernon. April 18 - May 15, 1833.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington. Requests Humphreys to look into the \"situation, price and payments of Flore's farm\" ... would like to purchase a small farm for daughter, Maria ... brother Bush'd [bro-in-law probably] in Ohio disposing of a tract of her land ... her sister and others in Fredericksburg for corner stone laying of monument to Mary Ball W-n ... Barrows, the, donor, taking care of them ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Jane C.\" Autograph letter signed, (1 1/2 of text), integral cover; the docket identifies the writer.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Woodlawn. Lengthy account of use of snake-weed as a cure for hydrophobia. Where found, how to prepare and administer. Several case histories.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Pha. Alms House to Brucetown Frederick County, Virginia. Asks about money loaned by him to Dr. Snyder and not repaid--could have made several hundred dollars in a few days by investing it in stock--will subscribe to Saturday Evening Post for him-- approves of sending cousin Charles to college. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Churchill.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Phil Oct 4\", docketed \"The Funeral,\" laminated, watermarked (J.L. Robeson, Phila.).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter with envelope addressed to Mrs. Hay, nee Monroe. Envelope docketed in French, \"recommander aux (?) de Monsieur Daveral, Charge d'affaires du Etats Unis a Naples (?).\" Personal letter, family news, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria. Re: crop of wheat and shipments of flour.","A.L.S 3 pages. Department of State, Washington. Quotes from G.W.'s letter to President of Congress in 1781 requesting that writers be employed to copy down revolutionary documents of his which were never copied and are on loose sheets--Congress did so, and is in possession of some--if he (J.A.W) has more, would he consent to have it deposited among National Archives? Copy certified and sealed in 1850 as true copy of record in file of State Dept.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Writes to answer letter stating govt's desire to have official papers of G.W. to put in national Archives in State Dept.--description of documents in his possession--estimates of no. of papers in collection he will consent to being deposited in national archives--would like to give the papers but feels he cannot--\"I am willing that the Government shall possess all the papers of a general character or in any manner connected with the Colonial revolutionary and political history of the country, only reserving such as are of a privat nature, or which it would be obviously improper to make public.\"--doesn't know what price to ask--papers at present in possession of Mr. [Jared] Sparks for publishing--will discuss terms with govt.--has portion of G.W.'s library relating to public records of the country and will sell them too. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to Hon. L. McLane Bill No 446 Washington Papers, Books etc Jany. 3d. 1834 No. 3,\" laminated. [Below is added as a note \"These Books were delivered with the papers to the State Department. No additional allowance being made for them\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Waverly to Charles Town. Reflections on new year and transitory nature of life--advice to her. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. F. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, marked \"A New Years Gift,\" laminated, directed \"per Mr.[ ].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Answers inquiry of [nephew of Geo. A. Washington] regarding military rank and bounty claim of Geo. A. W-n--\"It appears from the rolls furnished the War Dept that Maj. W[ashington] was returned as a Lieutenant at the close of the war, which was probably the rank he held in the Regiment from which he was taken to perform the duty of Aid de Camp. According to the existing military laws the appointment of Aid gives the title of Major without the command or compensation, and officers, upon relinquishing that Situation, which is frequently the case, return to duty in their regiments with the rank held before leaving them. Upon disbanding the Army, I presume, therefore, that the officers were mustered out of service according to their regimental rank and not agreeably to the rank held in the Staff.\"--Maj. W. entitled to 2666 2/3 acres Va. bounty land--State troops already pd. in lands by govt. but not Continental troops, of which Maj. W. seems to have been member. Autograph letter signed, watermark (P and C).","Printed form completed in manuscript. The top half of the form is a prospectus for Jared Sparks's Life and Writings of Washingotn, with Historical Notes, Illustrations, Engravings, \u0026c. It features a wood engraving of the \"Evacuation of Boston, from a Revolutionary medal.\" The bottom of the form certifies that Oliver B. Dorance - a lawyer and freemason from Portland, Maine - has paid 5 dollars for volumes two and three of Sparks's book. The receipt is signed by Benjamin R. Downes on behalf of the publisher.","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia to Waltham. Refers to his [Green's] review of Jefferson's papers--Jefferson's claim that G.W. \"belonged to the School of Infidelity\" is slanderous--sends him pamphlet on the subject --during revolution when G.W. was at Morristown N.J., \"[G.W.] was, at his particular request, admitted to commune at the Lord's Table, with the Presbyterian church of that place, then under the pastoral care of the Revd. Dr. Timothy Jones. There were, not long since, and I believe there still are, living, eye-witnesses of this fact.\"--the Genl. and Mrs. W. attended Baptism of T. Lear's child in 1791. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"Rev Dr Green, the most aged and most distinguished of the old presbyterians,\" red seal broken off.","Promissory note. Promise to pay $87.88 nine months after date. Document, fragment, endorsed \"P. Washington and C. Burwell Note,\" laminated. Assigned to Thos. Timbalake, May 9, 1834 $40. receipted Sept. 9, 1835.","A.L.S. Senate Chamber, Washington. Letter of introduction for friends.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Iberville, Louisiana to New Orleans. Writes in a humorous vein about Conrad's sudden preference for rural retreats--received articles from Mr. Krumbhaar; sorry they are not what he wanted--have Mr. Krumbhaar procure berths or staterooms on ship for them--Sonny and Sissy send love [Parke's children, E.G.W. Butler and E.A. Isabella Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked by hand \"Iberville La May 27 1834\", laminated, black seal.","Check. A.D.S. 1 page. Check on Bank of the Metropolis for $27. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge E.S. Md. Explains his absence from stockholders mtg. of the Canal Co., sending his vote for Geo. C. W-n as President ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Goldsborough.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 4 pages. To New Orleans. Arrived at White Sulpher after fatiguing journey [from La.]--Commodore Biddle here--describes scenery and their location, a cabin.","Includes a letter from Nelly written crosshatch across Mary Eliza Angela Conrad's. She and Angela talk constantly of him--teases him about Angela--the Magill (?) ring and his profile are carefully guarded by Angela--trip very fatiguing and miserable--stay at the springs a while to restore health--then to Audley, but will return to [Woodlawn] before his visit--speaks of friends on voyage home--rejoices that he doesn't use tobacco in any form--his brother Alfred--anxious lest Ive's humor toward him will change--he is a mad man. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. White Sulphur to New Orleans. She is finishing a dress for her mother--hopes his journey will be safe. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [July 4]. ","Includes letter from Nelly written in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. Worried about Parke; no news from her--they go on to Sweet Springs--hopes this will benefit Angela who has had 3 attacks of nervous pain in her face--if they aren't at Woodlawn by mid-August when he visits, go to postmaster in Alexandria and then come to A[udley]--if he goes to Fred[erick], go to Berryville (sometimes called Battletown,) and Audley is just 2 miles--admonishes him not to say \"cursed\" or any other bad words because her sister [in-law] Mrs. Custis disapproves--[Here she leaves room for a postscript by M.E.A. Lewis] describes their location--live in brick house, one of a row of them called \"Paradise Row\"--Mr. Custis and Mr. Bowers of New Orleans are here--a band and dancing here--few genteel men there--friends at the spring.","A.L.S. 2 pages. White Sulphur Spring to New Orleans. \"You are unreasonable to call me cold, and an icicle. I am neither.\"--denies going out with handsome young men. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover in hand of E.P. Lewis, marked \"Sulphur Springs Va. July 12, 1834,\" postmarked \"White Sulr. Sprs. Va, Jul. 13,\" laminated. ","A long letter by E.P. Lewis is added as a postscript in crosshatch. A.L.S. 3 pages. Altho Angela seems cold to him, she really thinks of him all the time--Commodore Biddle--Harry [Henry] Clay is here--life and people at White Sulphur--asks that Conrad's sisters write Angela a line or two giving their approbation of his fiancee, but not to let Angela know she suggested it--Beau Nash of White Sulphur, Lewis Caldwell--thinks her health will be completely restored by the Springs.","Form for relinquishing Washington papers to the U.S. Government, drawn up by Jared Sparks for Geo. C. Washington to copy. [See letter of same date, Sparks to G.C. Washington].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Tudor Place to Philadelphia. Arrived last evening after tedious trip down canal--detoured at Harpers Ferry--leave tomorrow for Woodlawn. Anxiety over his health--will be ready to receive him any day after tomorrow--hopes he was enlightened by the good company of his journey--advises him to put his loved ones under protection of [God]--left Audley of Friday, was sick all way to Charlestown--is well now--talk of acquaintances--don't forget the profiles.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. She misses him--entertaining guests--has received more songs to learn--will commence some keepsakes for his brothers and sisters--remind him of promise not to keep house with Mr. [John ?] S[li]d[el]l this winter--cautions him to be careful of his eyes--numbers all her letters so he can tell if any are lost--writes of every one's good opinion of him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked [ ] D.C. Oct 18,\" marked No. 1, laminated. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis. The Dr. says the disease is called Ptirgium [Ptergium] and requires an operation--she tore up her obnoxious letter and did her best to make them (?) happy while they were here.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Norfolk--she watched his boat for 15 min. thru a spy glass, but could see no one aboard--his brother [Alfred Conrad] arrived today--admonishes him to be careful of his eyes and do not let any not a first rate surgeon perform the operation [for Ptergium]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, black seal blurred, \"favrd. by Mr. Alfred Conrad.\" ","Letter from Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows: A.L.S. 3 pages. Sends him a rose kissed by Tiffin [Angela]--[Angela] misses him badly--his brother's stay makes them all happy--he says he will come again in Jany.--his clothes he lent haven't been returned--warns Charles to have nothing further to do with Mrs. F. la Dianola, or a scandal may result--don't get into any altercations on politics or other matters--she has finished transfering card baskets and given them a coat of varnish--will make another basket and box and will make 2 pr. [screens] for his house. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 18]. Autograph letter signed, directed \"Favr'd by Mr. Alfred Conrad,\" [letter added to letter from M.E.A. Lewis to Charles Conrad, same date].","A.L.S. 1 page. His brother Alfred has left--will commence making the [guards ?] for his brothers--\"I looked at the names you carved yesterday\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct 2[]\", laminated, marked \"No. 2 by mail.\" ","Letter by Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch: A.L.S. 3 pages. Anxiety over his long sea journey--anxious over his eyes--get best medical opinion and nursing care if an operation is necessary--Alfred [Conrad] promised to come in Jany., but she advises Charles not to risk it--his brother Alfred's impediment--\"I would not have you condescend to B.[?] in any way, and if she slights this attention leave them to themselves.\" --Lt. Richard Lee went to Texas with $15000 and never heard of since--warns Charles not to go to Texas or Mexico--Ferd[inand Coxe, Esther Maria Coxe Lewis's brother] is here doing nothing much--he is very indolent--Angela spends much time walking. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. If he hasn't answered [Lorenzo's] letter, please do--Dr. Physick's opinion agrees with Dr. Washington's regarding Charles' eyes--is reading \"Mrs. Trollop's tour in Belgium and Western Germany\"--her opinion of Mrs. Trollope's veracity--Capt. Bell \"of opossum and persimon notoriety\" visited--has been playing Backgammon with Ferdinand [Coxe]--she practices her music--her father has made her a frame for flowers in a room with constant fire--announcement of Mr. Wm. Taylor of Point-Coupee marriage to Miss Thom of Culpeper County--\"I think he has treated my friend Virginia shabbily\"-warns him about care of his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 27,\" marked \"No 2,\" laminated red seal blurred. ","A postscript is added by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Anxious about his safe arrival and his eyes. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L..\" Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Glad he's arrived safe at Charleston--scolds him for flirtation--the Wirt girls--\"..the good City of New Orleans has disgraced itself by firing a salute to Mr. [Geo.] Poindexter.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Oct. 31,\" laminated, broken black seal. Date on original catalog card appears 1834 O[ct.] 28. ","A long letter follows from E. P. Lewis in crosshatch; A.L.S. 3 pages. His safe arrival in Charleston--his \"besetting sin\" a weakness for soft dark eyes--warns him to be careful of his looking at pretty faces, to remember the A.C.'s and the Pyles--the Wirt girls are flirts, break engagements without 2nd thought--her anxiety about his unguarded and trusting attitude toward others--he must overcome this--cautions him about using his eyes--sends regards to friends in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Oct. 28].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Laughed at his letter about the Wirt girls--they are the objects of much scandal--Mrs. Butler (alias Fanny Kemble's) book softened before being printed for American public--her attacks on American manners--Mrs. Trollope's descriptions of German and American society--wife of her cousin [Mary W. Lewis] Willis [wife of Byrd Willis and daughter of Geo. Lewis] died of epidemic in Pensacola. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 2,\" marked \"No. 3\", laminated. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Adds to Angela's tale of the scandals about the Misses Wirt--cautions him against flirtations--reminds him of his flirtation with Mrs. Pyle.","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Received his letter from Montgomery[Ala.]--can procure no teachers in music or French, so teaches herself--reads Trevelyan's novel--\"Aunt Anna and myself drank your health and safe return in a Bumper, after Mother and Father had left the table.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Nov. 6,\" marked \"The 3rd letter from E. P. L.,\" black seal with swan and nest and motto. ","Long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 3 pages. Cautions him about straining his eyes--Tiffin [Angela] will continue to write weekly, but she will write only if anything worth relating comes up--talk of mutual friends--she has transferred pair of screens for [Charles and Angela's] domicile--A. to do a pr. for the drawing room--has done several pieces of handwork for them--box for chess men, card basket, etc.--Mr. Moore is here with Mr. L[ewis] settling accts. of Genl. W-n's estate--questions Conrad on origin of the woolsack in Parliament--advice for taking care of cloths and keeping warm and dry.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Gives him an example of her daily schedule--scenery near Woodlawn--father [Lawr. Lewis] promises to take them in carriage \"as far as it can go towards Porters Battery, and we are to walk the rest of the distance\"--has information on friends in New Orleans--asks about building of water works and gas works there--finished reading Trevelyan. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 9,\" marked \"No. 4,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Copies for him a few verses from a novel \"Pinmoney,\" called \"The Undying One\"--inquires about Leonard R. Aling in Tampico.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter from N. Orleans--Aunt [Mary]Custis and her daughter Mrs. [Robt. E.] Lee visited--her friend Mrs.[ ] Powell--Cousin Mary [Custis Lee] will live in Washington this winter--\"They are my favorite Aunt and cousin\"--expects to take up painting for winter but is indolent. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 16,\" marked \"No. 5,\" laminated, red seal smeared. ","A postscript by Mrs. E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Advice on frugality and his health--chimney in parlour which was so unsightly is now done over.","A.L.S. 1 page. Glad Alfred [Conrad's brother] liked her--his eyes--will write on Saturday. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed. ","Postscript by E.P. Custis Lewis follows in crosshatch. A.L.S. 4 pages. [Angela] studies her French and exercises for his sake--cautions him about his eyes--even if he were to go blind [Angela] would stick by him--fears he was angered or hurt by her [warnings on flirtations]--[Angela] begins drawing in crayon--one of Charles Conrad's uncles was [G.W.P. Custis'] intimate friend--her family--Col. House died of cholera in Georgetown--stories of [Geo.] Poindexter's cheating at cards--mutual friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 20,\" black seal obscured.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' eyes--brother [Lorenzo Lewis] and family arrived [from Philadelphia]--has new music to learn--received several gifts--[Lorenzo] heard nothing of the Pyles--Ferdinand Coxe confined to his room-[Lorenzo] brought 2 Jackson medals to add to her cabinet--[Lorenzo and family] leave soon and return after Xmas for a while--hopes his business progresses--has just read \"The Camp and Court of Napoleon\"--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Nov. 24,\" marked \"No. 6\", red seal obscured. ","A long postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. The twins [Lawrence Fielding and John Ed. Coxe Lewis]--gifts to Angela--a friend brought Tiffin [Angela] a piece of the Plymouth Rock for her cabinet--warns him not to eat oysters because they are thought to cause cholera--always keep strong mint lozenges by him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Received letter written after trip to Baton Rouge--family and mutual friends--her music improves but little, though she practices diligently--has read a life of Marshall Ney and cannot admire him--now is reading a History of Bayard--ships lost in violent storms. ame on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Dec. 1,\" marked \"No. 7,\" red seal obscured. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Lorenzo inquired about the Pyle's but could learn nothing--\"I trust you will never think it necessary to renew your acquaintance with them anywhere.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1834] [Nov. 29]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. [Lawrence Lewis] requests to pay money he owes to servant--[Lorenzo] and family arrived safe at Phila.-watched eclipse of [sun] thru smoked glass--skipped thru \"The Polish Chiefs\" a story of Kosciusco's love--because of this Aunt Anna called her a cold blooded Yankee, and that no warm blooded Virginian could have resisted such a tale of woe--is reading Jeanie Deans/The Heart of Midlothian [Scott]--admires characters in this book much. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 6,\" marked \"No. 8,\" red seal with obscured device. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Shocked to read in his letter,\"Really, from the style of your letters one would suppose that you were the fiancee, not she, you are more jealous than she is ... \"in answer to her admonitions [regarding flirting]--lectures him about respect due to a parent and old lady--will abstain hereafter from advising him.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Glad Supreme Ct. decided in his favor--\"that poor man Parker\" who has aroused ire of people in N. Orleans--is reading the novel \"Henri Quatre\"--the gig is a very dangerous carriage; tells a story of Mr. Mason being injured in one--great no. of shipwrecks this fall; hopes he won't return by water --speaks of friends in La.--thanks for the oranges. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 15,\" marked \"No. 9,\" laminated, red seal obscured. ","There follows a postscript written by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 1 page. Asks that both forget their quarrel and think carefully before writing anything better left unsaid.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dr. Henry Daingerfield visits--he threw mistletoe leaves in fire to see if Charles is constant--visiters--her French gets tedious, and she spends much time reading--is reading a hist. of Spain--coming marriage of Susan [Randolph] Taylor and Moncure Robinson [civil engineer building Philadelphia and Reading R.R.]-received as Christmas gift \"Landscape Annual\" for1835--is doing handiwork. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec.[ ], marked \"No 10\", laminated, red seal blurred. ","There follows a long postscript by E.P. Lewis. A.L.S. 2 pages. Is trying to make him a birthday gift--thanks for information about Woolsack [in Brit. Parliament]--hopes to see him on Supreme Ct. some day--congratulations on birth of [a nephew].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Weather--much snow--business detains Lorenzo in Phila.--Parke's son \"Sonny\" [E.G.W. Butler] going to school in Baton Rouge--hopes he will read the books every day or at least every Sunday for her gratification--[ice] skating a favorite amusement in this part of the country--will get [Lorenzo] to make a sleigh when he comes--friends--snow 21 inches deep. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Dec. 31,\" marked \"No. 12,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 1 page. Wishes he could have partaken of her [Christmas] pies, cake and jellies.","A.D. 2 pages. Account of payments on the estate of George Washington. Summary of payments received and paid on the estate of GW. Includes a reference to Wm. Yeaton enclosing the tomb at Mt. Vernon in 1835. Expenses incurred on behalf of old Negroes.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to get mail to town on time because of weather--snow 21 inches deep on Dec. 29--visiters--[Lorenzo] leaves Audley tomorrow--has been told a states righter is afraid to visit because she treated a Virginia gentleman so badly--discusses friends and C.'s relatives--a new hotel, gas lights, and water works for N. Orleans--stays by the fire reading novels, of Miss [Maria] Edgeworth and Walter Scott--doing needlework for [Lorenzo]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 5,\" marked \"No. 13,\" laminated, red seal blurred. ","Postscript follows from E.P. Lewis. 2 pages. Bad weather--deepest snow in 35 years--quotes from letter of E.B. Gibson's about Angela.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Wishes Charles to visit Parke when he next goes up river--news of friends--anecdote of Fanny Kemble, now Mrs. [Pierce] Butler (her efforts to get brown as an Indian at New Port)--weather--river frozen over--has read \"Woodstock.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan. 10,\" marked \"No. 14,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows. A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to break practice of sleeping with window open in winter--has been painting birds from Wilson's Ornithology for Lolen [Lorenzo]--promises to paint Cherry Bird and humming bird for Angela--grandmother's recipe for lip salve, from Glass' Cookery--some oranges have been frozen in storeroom for keeping.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Brother [Lorenzo] and family here--crosses Shenandoah River on ice, carrying the two babies [Lawrence Fielding, and John R.C. Lewis]--is reading \"Last Days of Pompeii\"--comparison of Bulwer's and Scott's novels--guests--approves Mr. [Henry] Clay's report on the subject of war with France--\" ... it is well that he is sometimes correct\"--fears Charles thinks her a little \"to far north in my disposition\"--[Lawrence Lewis says for him to keep the money Mr. Bullitt has for him].  ","A.L.S. 2 pages. Begs him to \"let bygones be bygones\"--hopes he received her peace-making postscript--hopes she hasn't hurt or angered him--still [painting] birds for her children.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Entreats him never to mention again in any way the unfortunate postscript which her mother wrote [see letter of Dec. 5, 1834]--gratified he has kept his promise to her about playing cards--attack on Gen. Ripley--visit to Mt. Vernon--Miss Harriet Martineau to visit Woodlawn--[English miscellaneous writer, literary lion of the time]--a fancy ball in Washington-- [Lorenzo] anxious for him to send the \"curious snakes\" to add to his collections of natural subjects. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Jan 26,\" marked \"No. 16,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Pleased he is reading [religious] books she gave him--Miss [Harriet] Martineau will be unable to come to Woodlawn after all--Lorenzo goes to Washington to pay her their respects and make apologies--she is to get invitation to big fancy dress ball on Feb. 22, her first--Esther's brother Ferdinand [Coxe] goes to W. Indies to restore health--is reading Miss Martineau's \"Poor Laws and Paupers\"--actresses and actors--a postscript, dated Jan. 31, tells of storm with thunder and lightening--Lorenzo's children. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed, integral cover, postmarked \"Jan. 31 Alexandria D.C.,\" marked \"No 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Unable to account for irregularity of mail--his attendance at a Masquerade--wants to have complete confidence in him, even in trifles--Miss Mason married to Mr. [Sidney S.] Lee, brother of [Robt. E. Lee]--intend to visit Arlington--Miss Martineau [Harriet]--she is reading Henry Bulwer's \"France\" \"[France: Social, Literary and Political\", 1834, 1st part of work called \"The Monarchy of the Middle Classes\", (1836)]--tells him of clipping from Liverpool paper complimentary to Senators--a new bonnet--Parke not to send Sonny [E.G.W. Butler] to school until next year. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Feb. 9,\" marked \"No 18,\" red seal blurred. ","A postscript by E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 2 pages. Glad he liked the [silhouette of Angela ?] --glad he's taken her advice [on his health]--Miss M[artineau].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Aunt [Martha] Peter and Brittania [Peter Kennon] visiting--fancy dress ball canceled, and a common subscription ball to be held on Feb. 22 instead--she won't go--Miss Charlotte Taylor married to [Moncure] Robinson--talk of war with France--Bulwer's \"France\"--Miss Nannie Mason's marriage--Mr. Wm. Patterson's death, merchant of Baltimore--talk of railroad line to N. Orleans--Mrs. Owens, her cousin, comes to visit [Otwayana Carter Owens, daughter of Betty Lewis Carter]--Mother learns new type of painting, done with \"forms.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 18,\" marked \"No. 19,\" red seal blurred. ","Postscript from E.P. Lewis follows, A.L.S. 1 page. Hears scarlet fever is in [New Orleans]--gives a treatment for it.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Charles' success as a lawyer--relations with France--Livingston has left Paris and French minister will leave Washington--she looks forward to war--she won't go to ball given by Batchelors of Washington--reading--news of friends--Mrs. Krumbhaar--family news--improvements in N. Orleans--. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Feb. 25,\" marked \"No. 20,\" laminated, red blurred seal. ","A postscript follows by E.P. Lewis, A.L.S. 1 page. All have had influenza--she still sits up late after others are in bed--is painting birds for her children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Trip to Arlington--to be a supper for the bride--[Miss Mason, bride of R.E. Lee's brother Sidney S. Lee]--will leave letter at home and mother will finish it when she returns--New Orleans friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 2,\" marked \"No. 21,\" laminated, broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated March 1, 1835. A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at Arlington in snow storm--[Angela] ill with nervous headache--descript. of Angela's dress--she wore Charles' ring--groom far superior in appearance and heart to bride [Sidney Smith Lee and Miss Nanny Mason]--description of both--couple to live with Mrs. Fitzhugh, widow of Mrs. Custis' brother--the Bachelor's Ball--Capt. Bell--news of friends and relatives.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Bridal party left Sunday--river frozen over for 3rd time this winter--had wanted to attend session of Cong. but didn't--gossip over marriage of [Moncure] Robinson \u0026 Charlotte Taylor--pleased that he is going to visit her sister [Parke Lewis Butler]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar [ ]\", watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Visiting family and friends in Georgetown and Alexandria--claims she has no opportunities for flirtation--reading Life of Crabbe the Poet--will read [Henry] Lee's Life of Napoleon next--Congress adjourned without making any provision for defense against French. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Mar. 15,\" marked \"No. 2 from A[rlington]\", broken red seal, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. [Angela] still at Arlington and [Lorenzo] and family are there too--often sees Charles in her dreams--Washy [G.W. Lewis]--visited tree where his and Angela's names are [carved]--does needlework--instructions on getting and killing venemous snakes for L[orenzo]'s natural history collection--he lately prepared a crossbill. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 19,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington. Denies she has found any other who would make her wish to be free again--proposed a schedule of visits to Georgetown and Washington--visited W-n one day, the capitol, Senate and House, fountain near the Naval monument--new improvements in N. Orleans--has painted a small head in miniature--visiters at Arlington--teaching Mrs. Nannie [Mason] Lee to transfer. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Mar. 22,\" marked \"No 3 from A[rlington].\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. News of his aunt Mrs. Thruston's death--[Parke] wrote her that he had not yet visited Iberville--news of an Episcopal Bishop in N. Orleans, and laws regarding gambling houses--E.P. Lewis working her a piano cover--\"the Sister of Mrs. Washington\" is to be married--will cut out a dress for sister--visited a Public Garden in Georgetown. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr 2,\" marked \"No. 22,\" laminated, broken red seal. ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. She went to Georgetown in a storm to bring [Angela] home--Ed [Butler] has been very sick since returning from [N. Orleans]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [April 1]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Sends sketch [enclosed] of wall and gateway on one side--engages to erect the wall 45' square, 10' high--describes how it will look--with gateway and gate similar to the sketch for $600. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed by D. L. L. [The new tomb].","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. It was a year ago this day that they first saw each other--denies she has a fever of ambition--just wants him to distinguish himself in his profession--father [Lawrence Lewis] gone on horseback to Mt. Vernon--[Lorenzo] and family have left--[E.P. Lewis] still working on piano cover--[Lorenzo] has added many birds [stuffed] to his collection--John and Ferdinand [Coxe], Esther's brothers--his prospective visit to Iverville and Parke and her family--thinks he should not leave [New Orleans] until his business there is finished. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 10,\" marked \"No. 23,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Recalls their first meeting and his merry face--will send him a barrel of cider--thinks he should drink it to help combat small pox and varioloid [a mild smallpox among those innoculated or who have had it] now in New Orleans. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 8]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Washington, D.C. Does not think Washington can get a loan on security of the papers, since he has already made them over to the govt.--when he finishes with the paper he will bundle up private papers and send to W-n--\"Strictly speaking all the papers pertaining to the period in which Genl. Washington held no office are private, but I suppose the spirit of your contract included only family papers, and such as related to his private affairs,\"--must have written authority from Washington to hand over papers to any but him--Mr. Forsyth has made formal demand for the papers and will take it to court, but doesn't think he will succeed--he will hand papers over as soon as he is through with them. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark \"Cambridge Mass Apr 13,\" red seal.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Approves his action in refusing nomination to legislature [state?]--[Lorenzo] and family have returned to Audley--late snows destroy fruit blossoms--urges him to go to [Iverville, La.] to see Parke and family--have lost many trees in the bad winter--has lately read amusing stories in Waldie's circulating library--asks if Miss H[arriet] Martineau has visited N. Orleans yet--fisheries operating--shad. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria Apr. 18,\" marked \"No. 24,\" broken red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: The 15th was anniversary of party given [Angela] by Charles and others in La., and toast drunk to him. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Apr. 17]. Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Esther's brother John [Coxe] brings his bride to Audley--her brother Ferdinand [Coxe] recovered his health in West Indies--Woodlawn beautiful, will be at height in 2 weeks--read Wash. Irving's \"Tour through the Praries,\" \"The Siege of Vienna\" by Madam Pickle, and [Oliver] Goldsmith's Greece--visiters at Woodlawn--\"I am always nervous in the spring and in warm weather.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. Apr. 29 (?)\", marked \"No. 25,\" red seal, broken. ","A postscript follows, from E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Wishes he could be there to see Woodlawn in Spring--doesn't like new grooms costume (a full suit of black), considers this symbol of mourning, not appropriate for wedding--Ferd[inand][Coxe] asks about chances of success as druggest in New Orleans--\"What has possessed your Govr. to quarrel with his best friends.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [Ap. 25]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. The Wall is intended to enclose the Vault at Mount Vernon, to secure it against injurys it is every year subject to.\" describes in detail how he wants the wall at George Washington's tomb built -- sketch of section of wall -- asks for an estimate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Law. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed \"Copy of a letter to W. Yeaton of Alexa respecting the building a wall around the Vault at M. Vernon\", laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Descript. of Woodlawn in Spring--fishing boats on river--Cousin America [Peter Williams] and Robert Lee have visited--roads have prevented church attendence--will receive \"Frances Anna [Kemble] Butler's Journal\"--Governor White's[of La.] unpopularity--his reprimand by legislature--learning new song, \"Dunbarton's Bonnie Dell\"--thanks Charles in [Lorenzo's] name for the snakes [which Charles sent him for stuffing]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 5,\" marked \"No. 26,\" red seal broken, watermark (line of arrows). ","A postscript from E.P. Lewis follows: A.L.S. 2 pages. Charles' uncle's grief after his wife [Mrs. Thruston's] death--Parke and her children ill--friends and acquaintances. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\".Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 3]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Went on visit to Mt. Vernon--Cousin Jane [Washington]--reading Fanny [Kemble] Butler's Journal--disappointed in it--has poor opinion of Americans-Miss Butler's opinion of American Society--Gov. White [of Louisiana]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 11,\" marked \"No. 27,\" watermark, laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 1 page. Unseasonable weather--\"I hope all your good Citizens build Bathing rooms in their new Houses as they are so necessary and so easily made where there are waterworks.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 10]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Has confirmed his own opinion that money cannot be borrowed on security of the [Washington] papers since title to them has gone to govt.--cannot advance any money himself because every cent is tied up in publication of Writings--assures him he is working every minute to complete publication--Mr. Forsyth's efforts to institute suit against him for the papers will come to nothing, because \"my contract with Judge [Bushrod] Washington gives me a right to use the papers till the work is completed.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked Cambridge Mass. May 11,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. His safe return from up river--she has lost 10 lbs. since winter (\"much to my joy\")--visiters--will try to learn to play guitar. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 18\", marked \"No. 28,\" red seal. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Weather has prevented [Angela] exercising--fruits lost--cautions him about taking measles--she had them for 2nd time at 23 and was very ill--can injure sight or lungs. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 17]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Dinner at Mt. Vernon--anecdote of Jane [Washington] relating to Tom Moore--shells and coins added to her \"Cabinet\"--[E.P. Lewis] is working another [piano] cover in cornucopia designs--family news. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., May 26,\" marked \"No. 29\". ","A postscript follows from E.P. Lewis: Parke thinks him the only man worthy of [Angela]--description of \"the robe of ceremony\" [Angela's wedding dress?]--cholera and measles in New Orleans--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 24]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. Assures him the matter of the unfortunate postscript is forgotten [E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, Dec. 5, 1834] and that she has no intentions of delaying or trying to stop his and Angela's marriage--reiterates her affection for him--does want some idea of when he can come, in order to have things ready--Angela will add a postscript in the morning. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. May 29,\" broken black seal. ","A postscript follows from M.E.A. Lewis: A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. Teases him about his haste in suspecting some evil from an innocent postscript--does not want him to leave N. Orleans until his business is finished there--instructs him to burn this letter. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] May 29. Autograph letter signed, postscipted to a letter of E.P. Lewis to Charles Conrad, dated May 28.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn. The piano tuned and she is told her voice is improved--requests C. to bring his flute with him if he has one--in her father's absence, has been directing planting of vegitables--damask roses--reading Thomas Campbell's Life of Mrs. Siddons--Miss [Harriet] Martineau at Mt. Vernon--Miss Martineau and Miss Hannah Moore--is a Socinian--news of friends. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., June 2\", marked \"No. 30,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript from E.P. Lewis:  Repeats her sorrow that he could have been so unhappy over misinterpreting her remarks--to avoid cholera, avoid \"night air, shrimps, uneasiness of mind, etc.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [May 30]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Woodlawn. This will be her last letter to him before he leaves N.O.--the fall of the Planters' Hotel in N.O.--will visit Alexandria, Arlington and Washington--to read \"The Conquest of Florida by Hernando de Soto,\" by Theodore Irving--Washington Irving's writings. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. E. A. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Last letter from M.E.A.L. received June 20th 1835,\" postmarked \"Alexandria D.C. June 6\" marked \"No. 31,\" laminated. ","There follows a postscript by E.P. Lewis: Hopes he leaves N.O. shortly [for Virginia]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1835] [June 5]. Autograph letter initial signed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bacons Castle. Description of his activities and trip to Norfolk, Old Point Comfort, and Cabin Point ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. W. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark.","Note of authenticity. Re: George Washington's powder bag + puff.","A.L.S. 5 pages. Princeton to Georgetown. Bayard reports that his daughter, Mrs. J.E. Washington, has received Beverly's letter and he is now answering it as per her request. Bayard passes on to Beverly some legal opinions he has gathered relating to the appointing of an Executor, and a Guardian relative to the settlement of the Estate of Col. William Washington.","Check on the Bank of the Metropolis to bearer, for $13. Autograph document signed, fragment, cancelled.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Juliet Washington, neé Juliet E. Bayard of Princeton, New Jersey. She was the widow of Wm A. Washington (1804-1830) who was the grandnephew of GW. Requests money from the estate if convenient. Will return to Westmoreland within the month to apply to the Court to be appointed administratrix and guardian of her daughter.","A.D.S. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $350. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","A.D.S. 1 page. Check for $200 on Potomac Bank of Alexandria. Autograph document signed, fragment, endorsed by Yeaton, canceled.","A.D.S. 1 page. Yeaton's bill for erecting wall with iron gate pr. contract--additional expence connected with it--total $628.15. Autograph document signed, docketed \"Receipt for Vault $618.15 Oct. 29. 1835.\" Receipted by Yeaton.","Check, A.D.S. 1 page. Check drawn on the Potomac Bank for $68.58. Paid on behalf of the executors of George Washington's estate. Autograph document signed, fragment, canceled, endorsed by W. Yeaton.","D. 1 page. Sketch of iron gate at New Tomb. Date on original catalog card appears [1835]. Drawing in pencil. Unknown artist.","A.D.S. 3 pages. Memorandum of an agreement made for enclosure and gateway at New Tomb--it is headed by a sketch with dimensions for the wall and entranceway and contains specifications of materials to be used and method of construction and cost. Autograph document, in hand of Lewis, laminated, [no name inserted in contract]. [Yeaton contracted to build wall and entrance way for $600. See letter of Yeaton to L. Lewis, April 4, 1835].","D. 3 pages. Report of the Virginia legislature on the C and O Canal Co. loan. Covers three points: (1) how loan of last session was spent; (2) the erroneous estimates for completion of Canal to Cumberland; (3) the expenditures for internal improvements. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1835.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington asks for clarification of the letter just received in which the sum of $3,930 was mentioned as having been received from Mr. Street. It is her understanding that half that sum ($1,965) is rightfully hers and her daughters. She encloses a draft for that amount payable to her uncle Samuel H. Smith. A blank draft is also enclosed in case the sum is less than the amount of the draft.","Stock certificate. 21 shares of capital stock for George C. W-n and signed by him as president of the Co. Embossed seal and engraving of a section of the Canal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Defense of the action of the B. of Directors of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co. in hiring James McCulloch as advisor on internal improvements, he was not hired to lobby for passage of a bill appropriating $2 million to the Canal Co. ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Claymont.","A.L.S. 1 page. Cambridge. Dr. Sprague of Albany secured permission from Judge [Bushrod] Washington to take certain autographs and substitute a copy--this done before papers were sold to Congress--doesn't wish it to be thought that he himself took liberties with mss. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. He has filled his part of the contract to sell G.W.'s papers to govt.--has delivered all public papers in his possession to State Dept.--Mr. Sparks overdue in turning over papers to him--he had thought Sparks contract with Bush. W-n over because of long time he had papers--lists mss. and volumes turned over to Archives.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed \"To the Hon. John Forsyth Secy. of State, Oct. 11th 1836,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by \"that infurnal Overseer of Dogles.\"","An unpublished play, produced in New York on September 30, 1839 for one night only.","Autograph letter signed. Mount Vernon. Jane writes to her son that she is at Mount Vernon settling accounts. She discusses family news and difficulties with postage.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Baltimore. Describes the costumes at a fancy dress ball at Mr. Cohens in Baltimore ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Integral cover, seal (broken).","Contains a dimensional drawing of a coffin for a letterhead, describing water damage to the burial vault at Mount Vernon, including damage to the coffin of George Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Gives him a forwarding address in Baltimore . Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Buchanan.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 pages. Georgetown. Forwarding the desired documents and the Congressional Directory for 1836. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. Mount Vernon. To John Augustine Washington III? Discusses the harvest. Says she is being viewed as one of the curiousities of the place by the visitors.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawa Salines, Virginia, to Berryville, Clark County. Answers a letter Lewis addressed to his deceased father about a delay in the sale of some property in Kanawa. Assures Lewis of the integrity of the prospective buyer William Tompkins. Integral cover postal stamp.","A.L.S. 1 page. New Orleans to Audley. Last page of letter written by MEA Conrad to Lewis. She (Eleanor) has added her own note. Family letter. Integral cover, postmark and seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. In regards to work done on the sarcophagus of Washington. Includes a measured watercolor drawing of the bas-relief sculpture on top of the sarcophagus.","Letter written by a sixteen-year-old John Augustine Washington III in Alexandria, Virginia to his mother Jane C. Washington at Blakeley plantation near Charlestown, West Virginia. The address on the back page of the letter notes that the letter was delivered by Jim Mitchell (\"Jim Mitchum\") with a note from John Augustine that says \"I let Jim have $1.00 for his expenses.\" Jim Mitchell, who was later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, was enslaved by the Washington family at the time.","John Augustine tells his mother \"Mr. Skidmore finished his work at Mount Vernon yesterday, but I have not seen him yet so that I cant say what has been done\" and also notes \"On Saturday I went to Georgetown, Cousin and his family were not at home so that I could not get the pictures.\" He reports that West Ford has taken the cloth that arrived for Jane from Dumfries down to Mount Vernon and discuses butter sales, corn production, hogs, and resuming his studies. He also asks Jane if the servants are \"conducting themselves well\" and is worried they will give her \"a good deal of trouble coming in with their complaints.\"","Autograph letter initialed. Janes writes that she is sending down \"four large shoulder of Bacon\" to Mount Vernon, along with two enslaved men, Willoughby and Gabriel, who she hopes will be \"faithful and useful.\" She writes, \"have them comfortably fixed my dear son treat them kindly, and I trust they will both prove valuable servants. Gabriel will require a strict tho kind discipline. Sarah or Milly must wast and mend for them.\" Jane also writes that she has had a letter from West Ford asking for the money she owes him. She instructs John Augustine to pay her pew fee and then pay Ford.","Requests George C. to be his security in Md. in the institution of a suit as an executor of Mr. Payne's estate ...","Receipt A.D.S. 1 page. For $1.50, for 4 quarters continuance at rules and 2 continuances on court docket 50 against Lee. Small fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod to Est.,\" and \"Fairfax.\" Signed by J. J. Chew.","A.D. 1 page. For hauling sarcophagus to Mt. Vernon, pd hire of hack for Struthers and workmen to Mt. V. to put up ditto, clothing for Gabriel, \"ditto for 1839 to 9th June when he died deduct his meal 7 bushels from his usual allowance to him for the half year\", for coffin and digging grave, etc., with amounts given. Fragment. See reverse of letter to Lewis from M. Snyder, dated Dec. 31, 1838, asking for taxes due on house.","Unsigned articles of agreement between Rice Levi, John A. Washington, and Jane C. Washington for Rice Levi to \"undertake the management and cultivation of the ... Washington's himself and farm at Mount Vernon\".","A.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Sends small extract of Appendix--has been unwell--must write a letter a day \"all on one subject\" [G.W.]--goes to Alexa. to celebrate \"The 68th Anniversary it has been my good fortune to witness the celebration of ...\"--then comes the Coronation and \"What next.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838 ?] Feb. 22. Autograph letter signed, docketed at bottom \"Letter written by George Washington Parke Custis presented by C.F. Gunther Chicago\", laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. to Leesburg. Regarding the estate of Nathaniel Hinkle.","Will. D. 2 pages. G.W. Bassett appointed executor--leaves all property to nephew G.W. Bassett, who is required to pay annually [300] dollars per year to Bassett Claiborne, \"under the fear that the said Claiborne is not very careful.\"--all debts to be paid--codicil of Feb. 20, 1840 emancipates his \"servant,\" Pleasant. Document, copy by J.D. Christian, county clerk, laminated. Proved in New Kent Court, Mar. 11, 1841, no subscribing witnesses to will, so handwriting and signature sworn to by Morris H. Tench and James Stamper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Hoping that he will visit them at Bayou Goula. News of her children. She is anxious for news of the Lorenzo Lewis family. Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Department of State to Georgetown. After examining Washington papers delivered to Dept. of State as per contract, finds a number of documents included in agreement are missing, and copies substituted for many others--a list of these is enclosed--\"You will be so obliging as to have the missing volumes and documents supplied without delay, and also to procure the return of the original letters for which copies have in some instances been substituted.\" [Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost]. Autograph letter signed, docketed, \"correspondence in relation to the Washington papers\", separate cover, postmarked \"Washington City D.C. May 12,\" franked by Forsyth, red seal, watermarks. Attached is a list of 2 pp and description of missing papers. There are pencil notations, probably by G.C.W., indicating if papers are considered private or whether they are lost.","Copy, 2 pages. Copy inclosed with letter of Dec. 15,1838, Forsyth to G.C. Washington; see also original of same letter with enclosure. Letter, docketed, watermark (H and O).","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia to near Berryville, Virginia. Delayed in Phila. while sister puts her children in school--Mrs. Coxe purchasing materials for embroidery [for Angela]--leave for N. York tomorrow and then to Audley--family news--love to [Oliver?]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Philada, Pa. Sep. 22.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"[Chas.?] M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. Sends receipts to be given to [Parke] and Butler--he will pay Dr.'s bill for [Charley Conrad]--instructions for paying bills--Butler gave him $40. when he left New Orleans. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (JM), directed by \"Mrs. Lewis.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1838?] Oct. 10.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mount Vernon to the University of Virginia. Jane writes to her son about work taking place at Mount Vernon, where she has spent almost all of $800 she brought down with her. She reports that Skidmore has \"finished the large room which is now to be plastered and painted.\" Mr. Ball has nearly finished the stables, and West Ford is still engaged with the enclosures. She writes of Mount Vernon , \"The dear old place will be more comfortable and decent in appearance, than we have known in years - but it draws deeply on a limited income to make it so.\" She also includes information on  other enslaved peoples, Sambo, Levi and Gabriel.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.","D. 1 page. To Woodlawn. The books ordered by Lewis can not be supplied. Includes: Sparks, Life of Washington, The Cultivator.","L.S. 1 page. Department of State. No answer being received to his letter of May 12, he sends a copy and requests answer. Letter signed, docketed, watermark. [See copy of letter, John Forsyth to Geo. C. Washington, May 12, 1838].","A.L.S. 6 pages. Georgetown. Apologies for delay in writing--has complied with terms of agreement regarding Washington papers--Judge W. gave away some autographs and substituted copies on unimportant letters--has retained letters of private character--refers McLane's letter of Dec. 10, 1833, to him, asking his terms for sale of letters, and his reply of Jan. 3, 1834 [see letter in question], agreeing to turn over all except private papers, or those whose publication would be improper at the time--refers to Forsyth's list of missing papers [see under letter of May 12 1838] and states which ones he regards as private and thus not included in the contract, and which are missing--refers to [Jared] Sparks' letter of [Sept. 20, 1836] which he encloses--knows of no letters being removed from bound volumes other than those accounted for by Mr. Sparks, except for corresp. between Genl. Washington and John Nicholas in relation to a letter addressed to G.W. over signature of Wm. Langhorne [see letter, Aug. 20, 1798 Bushrod W-n to G.W.; also letter of G.W. to Bush. W-n in Writings, XXXVI, 408-409, dated Aug. 12, 1798 ,] \"as this correspondence deeply implicates the conduct of a distinguised individual of that day.\"--however, he will send the letters and he [Forsyth] may decide whether to keep or return them--despite fact Sparks published many of private papers, doesn't feel this makes him liable to part with them under contract--feels govt. paid very little of their value anyway, and has been more than compensated by evidence on fraudulent claims which papers revealed. Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed \"Letter to the Hon. J. Forsyth Dec. 24, 1838 in reply to his letters dated May 12th 1838 and Dec. 15th 1838.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","D. 1 page. For $1.00 for 4 quarters continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington Bushrod and c. 1.00 Frx.\" [See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1839].","A.L.S. 1 page. Woodlawn. Forwards receipt for freight of Joe, a slave -- \"do not put yourself to much trouble with the fellow, if you cannot sell him readily send him to your plantation and make him work, your Overseer may teach him better manners, he has never had the lash upon his back yet, perhaps a few will do him good, if it should become necessary.\" -- ask Butler to enquire of his House what ship carried his [L.L.'s] cow pease -- has heard nothing of them -- \"I observe by a paper Angela sent me your [sic] are taking an active part in the Legislature of your State -- Should anything very interesting occur tell Angela to send me the paper leaving one and end open for the Postmaster to see the contents, they are very particular, the one sent was torne open, and received in rather [dirty?] condition.\" Autograph letter signed, written on reverse of cover directed to L. Lewis, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","A.L.S.  1 page. Woodlawn to Alexandria. Enclosed letter will tell him of wishes of Rev. Edward C. Mc Guire--brother charged with pair of pistols at private sale [of G.W.'s estate]--place am't. due for them, $30., to his own acct.--wants to clear up unfinished business--\"my health warns me to be quick in my movement.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed \"mentions purchase of Gen Washington's Pistols purchased at the private sale,\" cover is covered with figures, laminated, dove of peace. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawr. Lewis.\"","D. 1 page. Walker to rent for one year Washington's farm called Johnson Spring [Fairfax County] [This was probably part of G.W.'s original River Farm, Wellington or an adjoining tract]--to pay one third of crops. Document, in hand of and signed by Charles A. Washington [?] endorsed \"Contract - Washington and Walker,\" laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Hannah writes of family news about Thornton Washington and Harriette Meade (cousin), as well as the marriage \"of Madaronia Todd to Mr. Quinn… from Kentucky.\" She describes \"violent colds and sore throats… some of the black people are sick – poor little Lucy died on Thursday night of a congestive fever…\"","A.L.S 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Respecting work to be done on the vault [New Tomb] at Mount Vernon--Mr. Ball is fishing--can get Mr. Phillips--experience with hydraulic cement and proper proportion of lime and sand. Autograph letter signed, [probably written and signed by someone else] integral cover, torn, docketed by L.L., laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. Skidmore.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to University of Virginia. Jane writes her son on his 18th birthday. She tells him family events that have occurred. Informs him of the death of his neice Louisa. \"The work here (Mt. Vernon) is much behind hand and crops the very little that can be seen, looks miserably. I shall endeavour to have the oyster shells hauled from the Shore as soon as they finish planting Corn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Respecting the cost of materials for the stone sill and gate at vault [New Tomb]--price not given--brick work and carpenters work, prices given. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L.L. \"Respecting Cost of work to vault at Mt. Vernon.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Examined wall and vault again and sketched design he thinks most appropriate--describes designed he intends--cannot give estamate of cost yet--screen of ornamental iron as sketched $50-$60. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"Respecting vault at Mount Vernon,\" part of cover torn off. On reverse are sketches of iron gates and vaults.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning repair of the New Tomb, including the arch. Mentions a carpenter named Skidmore.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Business takes him to Washington--may go to Baltimore until Wed.--will meet him Thursday at Mount Vernon [concerns work on New Tomb]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by L. L., directed \"Pr Sam,\"  laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. No bricks to be had [for work on New Tomb]--the New Court House and New Meeting House have taken them all--in two weeks may be plenty--can get them in Washington and have them sent down with the lime in boats that run wood--Mrs. [Jane] Washington's project, unless it is done before the abutments are raised, hopes it will be suspended as it will be dangerous after the arch is finished--wants $100 to pay workmen etc.--his own salary--will save money by ordering lime from N. Y. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"Pr. Sam,\" watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Caledon to University of Virginia. John's aunt writes to him about boat transportation from Fredericksburg to Mount Vernon. \"Steam boats go up three times in the week and stop at Boyd's Hole Saturday and Sunday and Tuesdays, one of the Boasts the Phoenix will board you I rather think at M. Vernon.\" She tells him of the news she has learned by riding through the neighborhood. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria to Woodlawn. About bricks for the new tomb--Mr. Brockett's kiln [in Alexa.]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, watermark (R. Amies). Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.D. 17 pages. \"A Visit to Mount Vernon\" by L. Osgood. Autograph document, put together in book form, subheading \"Mt. Vernon in 1839 by a Native of this Country,\" dated at Washington, D.C. ","\"I am under the disagreeable necessity of saying I was never more disappointed in my life, than on this visit. The home of Washington in life His resting place in death, the most hallowed spot in America's soul and a place visited yearly by thousands should be suffered to moulder and decay apparently with its once illustrious possessor.\"--piazza supported by 2 \"natural colemns from the forest\"--engraving of Bastille hanging directly above key--rooms downstairs, including mantle \"presented to him by Lafayette [Vaughan]\"--greenhouse burned 4 yrs. ago, but part of blackened walls standing--most of plants, shrubbery etc. destroyed in fire--took lemon from a tree planted by G.W.--outbuildings all of brick and very delapidated--many abandoned--only a small part of garden cultivated, along walks and the strawberry beds, rest in weeds--\"The old gardner seemed very proud of once belonging to Washington and took more interest in talking of his former gardening than exhibiting the present as well he might.\"--ate some cherries there--gave servant quarter for lemon and cherries--saw splendid portrait of Mrs. [John A.] Washington and \"one son and two daughters\" [actually 2 sons, 1 daughter and nephew]--by [John Gadsby] Chapman--tomb delapiated too--\"The two sarcophaguses are placed in wooden boxes or pens placed without the vault in the enclosed yard the vault is very damp, and a kind of acid is produced by water leaking through the bricks and mortar is so powerful as to rot mahogany boards in three years and two Gentlemen from Philadelphia [Wm.] Strickland an Architect and the gentleman that manufactured the Sarcophagus of Washington when they took it to Mt Vernon and discovered the state of the vault they said the acid would dissolve the marble in seven years and in consequence of this unfortunate circumstance the sarcophagus are cooped in the open yard and hid from the eye of the Visitor.\"--Lewis [Wm.] Washington [son of Geo. C. W-n], who has a farm 4 mi. from Mt. Vernon has his own servants prepairing for the masons who will put new arch to vault laid in hydraulic cement--wall enclosing vault badly done, crumbling already.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Woodlawn. Announcing his agreement with Mr. [Joseph] Dudley, the bricklayer [for work on new tomb]--requirement for workmen, lime, nails, planking etc.--need for money to pay the workmen Saturday night--must he buy supplies from Mr. Smoot, or can he get them where most suitable? Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed by Lewis \"Yeaton stating the terms on which Dudley is employ'd; also \"4 1/2 day working on new wall the balance of the time of 2 weeks in painting,\" and cover is filled with figuring. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Alexandria to Woodlawn. Lawrence has selected Mr. Hoop his cashier to pay--Y. will now select material--fears Smoot has no Carolina yellow heart pine needed for the ribs of the arch [for the new tomb]--cement from Smoot--workmen will want a room in one of the out houses--details about work--will see Thos. W. Smith about having screen [fancy iron gate for new tomb]--air-slacked lime. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, on cover is notation \"Judge Washington died 26 [ ] 29 aged 71 years [ ]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Yeaton.\"","Account. A.D. Fragment. Rough notes for about two weeks work by Bricklayers on the new tomb--price of labor, cart and food for laborers given. Autograph document, in hand of L. L., fragment.","A.L.S 3 pages. To Audley. Reports a visit by Augustine Washington, clearing up a mix-up by revealing that Mr. Washington had failed to mail an earlier letter he had taken from Lawrence Lewis to Lorenzo, for Mrs. Lewis had found the letter several days later on the mantel at Mount Vernon. Also advice about the sale and purchase of horses.","Agreement. A.D.S. 1 page. Agreement with [Joseph] Dudley for L. Lewis for work at Mt. Vernon, with rates for him, his assistant and two laborers. Autograph document signed, in Yeaton's hand, docketed by W.Y. \"for Mr. Dudley.\" For brickwork on New Tomb.","A.L.S. Barclay writes of his friendship with Bushrod Washington and visiting Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington, D.C. Concerning his claim and affidavit with the Hinkle estate.","Tabb writes about various illnesses, the Whig Convention in Richmond, and a $50 note.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. Writes at E.P.L.'s request to give particulars of [Angela's] illness and death--during her sickness, she talked little and disliked anyone else talking, even a whisper annoyed her--seemed not to consider that she was dying, so made no wishes and left no messages--E.P.L. must not blame herself for not coming in the spring--Angela understood that her father couldn't come and had said she would go to him the next Summer--Angela's children--Mrs. Butler [Parke] had a little boy who lived only a few days. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, redirected to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Hannah Jane.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. New Orleans, care of Lorenzo Lewis, Berryville. She may have set out on journey southward but Lorenzo will open letter--has been to Baton Rouge [where the children are]--while there, received letter from Major B[utler] telling of [Parke's] baby son who lived only 3 days--could not bring himself to break up housekeeping and sell his furniture, but cannot bear to go back to the once happy home, so he will live with [brother] Frank and [wife] Hannah Jane--trying to absorb himself in his work--glad [Lawrence Lewis] is doing well. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, forwarded to \"Arlington House near Alexandria, District of Columbia,\" postmarked [ ] Nov. 9,\" laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. M. Conrad.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Blakely to Mount Vernon. Inquires about family and business at Mount Vernon. \"Mr. Skidmore has I suppose been down and repaired the Pillars and Colonades.\" Reminds him to collect rent from tenants.","A.D.S. Appoints Lorenzo Lewis of Audley, Clark County [now Frederick County, Va.] as attorney to act for her in her dower rights as widow of Lawrence Lewis. Autograph document signed, witnessed by Mary Custis Lee, proved before George W. P. Custis as one of the U. S. Justices for Cty of Alexandria, District of Columbia, laminated.","Receipt. Fragment. 1.00 for four quarter continuance at rules against Lee. Signed by J.J. Chew. Fragment, partly printed, endorsed \"Washington B 1.00 Fairfax.\" See 2 other similar receipts dated 1837 and 1838.","Inauguration account. Letter to the editor regarding George Washington's first inauguration. This letter was addressed to Col. William L. Stone, editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser. It offers an eye-witness account of George Washington's arrival in New York City for his first inauguration as president, written to correct an earlier published reminiscence by a Mr. Denini entitled 'Half Century Reminiscence' that appeared in the Commercial Advertiser. Whether this letter was also published is not yet determined.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. GWPC is trying to get Congress to take one of his paintings. Also is pursuing some action in favor of a widow. Mentions work on his memoirs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. His sad business [death of father] has kept him from writing--uneasy at not hearing from his mother [E.P. Lewis, then in La. with Charles Conrad]--hopes Charles can come to Va. in summer with [E.P.L.] because hot weather in N.O. very bad on [E.P.L.]--sends copy of [Lawrence Lewis's] will--his mother's share in Audley is 1/3, so he will pay her $1000 per year for her part--wants Conrad to pay her $250 quarterly and draw on him at 30 days or sight on Washington or Baltimore bank--bonds of Valery Hebert which Butler holds in trust, are to go under will to Conrad--Charles's namesake [Charles Conrad Lewis].  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Apr. 3,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Taliaferro writes to Jane Charlotte Blackburn Washington introducing her to a young gentleman from Connecticut who would like to visit Mount Vernon out of \"reverence\" for George Washington.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon to Georgetown. Death of Aunt Blackburn detained her at Blakeley--engaged in having the remains of \"our rever'd Uncle and Aunt [Bushrod and Anne Blackburn W-n] my beloved Husband [John A.] and dear Sister Mary Herbert inter'd in the Vault.\"--shocked at bad condition of some of coffins in vault--Cousin Lorenzo Lewis \"had his ... Father laid in a grave immediately within the door-Crosswise\"--details of grave she planned--West Ford prepared a coffin for G.C.W.'s nearest relatives--also had one made for Mr. Herbert and children but not room for them--only for one more and she wishes to be buried at feet of husband, uncle, aunt and sister--does not desire favors from government--\"we are unwilling to sell our inheritance ... yet as the Nation already shares it with us, sense of justice points out necessity of an appropriation ... to enable us to keep up the improvements and meet the expences we are daily subjected to by the publick.\"--\"endless intrusions and sacrifice of every thing like private right and domestic privacy ... arises frequently from a sincere ... desire of honouring the memory of Genl. Washington; 'Tis a feeling calculated to inspire and strenghthen virtuous and patriotic principles, and cement more firmly the ties that bind us together as a Nation. We have done, and shall continue to do all we can to keep the place from intire decay - it is yearly becoming more expensive and difficulty to do so; the buildings all ought to be thoroughly repaired, or they must in a few years go down - when that occurs-if unable to do better, I trust the family will erect a \"Log Cabin,\" and still let the place descend to the name and family of Washington ...\"--son [John] Augustine in Jefferson--her daughter and niece Mrs. Thos. Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal (blurred), docketed by G.C.W., postmarked \"Alexandria May [?].\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. University of Virginia.  Acknowledgement of receipt of a draft of $300 from L.L., and thanking him for his letter of introduction of Dr. Coxe.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Announcing that they are finally happily settled in a new home, except for a few complaints of city life: \"Above all, I want the invigorating exercise of horseback, this walking on hard pavements, in tight cloaths, is anything but recreation to me, a square or two and I am sick of it.\" Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal letter, family news, business, etc.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Audley. Custis proposes to borrow $1000 from the estate of General Washington. \"I am wretchedly poor at present.\" Shows how the money in the estate is very loosely handled. John Mason's property at High Point just sold for $46,000. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis\".","D. 1 page. Tax receipt, Sheriff of Frederick County, Virginia. Receipt for $38.44 for land tax, slaves, horses, levies. Document, partly printed, signed by d[eputy] s[heriff] W.D. Gilkeson.","Champagne label from the Beall/Washington wedding. Label reads \"Mount Vernon Brand. Sillery mousseux premier Qualite. Imported by Ed Simms.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Eltham to Bruce Town. Informs him of death of their uncle [Burwell Bassett, Jr.] on Feb. 26--his last hours--he would have been 77 the 15th of this month--would have no doctor and no minister--wife very ill--informs G.F.W. that his uncle left a will and he [G.W.B.] is sole heir [see will dated Mar. 13, 1838]. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Buchamsville Va March 7th,\" laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Bassett.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Jane writes about John Augustine's studies and mentions that some of the family attended the inauguration of William Henry Harrison, where they were kindly received and \"surprised and charmed with the grace and agreeableness of young Mrs. Harrison.\" She writes that the city was \"swarmed with office seekers.\" She also writes that she received a \"woful letter\" from West Ford about the lack of long forage at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 3 pages. An explanation of his part as an intermediary in a payment transaction with Mr. Herbert, with Mr. Conrad's consent. Request for an aquittance. Discussion of the possibility of a war with England. Report of a hard winter on his Plantation, and the price of sugar.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington, D.C. to Audley. Discussion of Mr. John Woodside, a young man with intentions of becoming a farmer; proposal that L. L. take him under his care. Integral cover.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Wm. B. Page\". It is possible this is the Philadelphia doctor \"Page, William Byrd, 1817-1877\" but further research will need to verify that.","A.L.S. 1 page. As landlord to Mary Ellis, \"alias Mary Mortimer, I directed Mr. James Scott, Overseer of the Poor, to use the sale of the effects of said Mary, after her decease, and to devote the proceeds of the sale (as far as $48, being the rents due me)\" to the benefit of her orphaned children.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Louisville. Discussion of arrangements for quarters on board the steam boat, \"Caddo.\"","Letter from John Augustine Washington III to his mother mentioning his poor health, West Ford, an enslaved woman named Betty, and the state of affairs at Mount Vernon. A note to \"Dearest Mother\" is added on at the end of the letter by John Augustine's sister, Anna Maria Alexander.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown to Audley. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. W. ? Peter. Integral cover, wax seal.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. John Augustine writes to his mother about ways of making more money at Mount Vernon, including erecting a tavern at the Gum Spring and allowing a steamboat company to run a ship to Mount Vernon for a fee. This will \"avoid the inconvenience of a number of hacks, and having persons tampering with the servants.\"","A.L.S. Mount Vernon to Charlestown. John Augustine writes to his mother about Gabriel Johnson, an enslaved man who has run away. He suspects Gabriel has gone to Jefferson County, where Jane is. Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. to Mount Vernon.  Jane writes in response to Augustine's letter dated March 7, 1842 that Gabriel Johnson, the enslaved man who ran away from Mount Vernon, has arrived at Jane's plantation. Jane writes, \"Please come up without delay.\" Autograph letter signed with integral address panel.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Nashville. Washington informs Webster that R.J. Meigs, District Attorney of the United States for the Middle Tennessee district, has tendered his resignation and Washington requests that Webster, Secretary of State under John Tyler at this time, refuse it. Washington explains Meigs' motives and adds that Meigs resigned \"... in a momentary fit of spleen; ...\". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Congratulations on \"`Conrad's' election to the Senate,\" but expressing a general feeling of disgust with the current political situation. Urging L.L. to make arrangements for a visit to Philadelphia. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Brown's Hotel, Washington, D.C. to Mount Vernon. Bushrod describes the slow work in the Dismal Swamp to his nephew. He also comments on the Wise and Stanley affair. Tells about the sale of lumber. \"6\" rate, stampless cover.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Discusses his requirements for a horse to purchase. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. P. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Looking forward to a visit from L. L. in Philadelphia, though wishing that he could go South instead to Woodlawn to escape the confines of the city. Report on the difficulties John Coxe is facing in the Senate and in the services. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"T. Turner.\"","West Ford, a former slave of the Washington family who was later freed and employed as overseer of Mount Vernon, writes to John Augustine Washington III, present owner of Mount Vernon, who is away at Blakeley, regarding wool, barrels of fruit, sweet potatoes, flock of sheep, sale of wheat, and weather. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral cover.","T.B. Washington writes to Rice Levi regarding Mr. Levi managing the farming transactions.","A.L.S. 1 page. Private papers of Judge [Bushrod] Washington were not left to him, but probably are in possession of Mrs. Jane Washington--Genl. Washington's papers devised to him by Judge Washington. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George C. Washington.\"","Receipt for county tax on $1350 at $.15 on the dollar.","A.L.S. 4 pages. G.F.W. neglected to answer his inquiries in last letter--desires to know exact location of their land in Ohio on Scioto River--search his papers for any reference to the land--title supposed to be derived from his grandfather Geo. A. Washington--G.F.W. should give him power of attorney so he can do something about their land if he finds it--his Kentucky land--low price of cotton--\"This country is almost universally bankrupt.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Woodville Feb. 3.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington House to Alexandria. He has a full settlement of accts. for articles purchased at sale of G.W.'s effects, all in Judge Washington's handwriting--asks Moore to check his accts. and find how he got debited for large amounts--desires complete settlement of estate. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia to Audley. Letter comes with a copy of the will of Sarah Coxe, Esther's mother. Her father is writing her to explain the bequest she is to receive. Integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Thanking him for his kindness for taking into his care his young nephew Edward Butler, and discussing the arrangements. Expressing the need to get Edward out of the state of Louisiana:\"the less he sees of this state: its manner and its morals, the better for himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"F. P. Butler.\" Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. Philadelphia to Audley. He is eager to see L. L. again, admonishing him for not writing. He is much dismayed at the \"moral and physical deteterioration of this fallen world,\" and his greatest comfort is his children, Angela \"as Bad as she can be she is sweet,\" and Phil \"so lovely a fellow he does nothing but laugh.\" He recently attended the funeral of L. L.'s sister from Baltimore.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Baltimore. Lloyd sends J.A.W. information and rates of the Baltimore Life Insurance Company.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington City. Letter and a copy. Requests that Jackson consider returning the \"circular chair\" previously owned by Washington to his family so that his son might take possession. Explains history of the chair given to Dr. Craik, then eventually to his family who gave it to Jackson. Now Mr. Coyle would like it back for his family. Says if Jackson had other plans for the chair, to consider his request withdrawn.","Autograph signed note, 1 page. A note that permits Bushrod's slave, Letty Williams, to travel from Jefferson County to Mount Vernon, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. to visit her relatives for \"the Space of four weeks.\" She is the wife of a free man named Soloman Williams. Bushrod Corbin Washington was George Washington's grand-nephew.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Sparks writes to Jane, \"My Dear Madam, I am about to publish a series of American Biographies, and I should be glad to include in it a Life of Lawrence Washington, if the materials exist for writing such a Life. Have not his papers been preserved at Mount Vernon?...\" A note on the address panel indicates this letter was forwarded to John Augustine Washington III to respond to.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison writes about Washington hiring Joseph McFarland as overseer.","A letter signed BWH, possibly from Bushrod Washington Herbert, to his cousin John Augustine Washington III. In the letter, BWH asks what Remington is going to do with Muddy Hole Farm. If Remington sells, BWH thinks John Augustine should rent it to West Ford \"as before.\" Autograph letter signed, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks her kindness in receiving \"these interesting ladies and their accompanying gentlemen\" at Mt. Vernon. Name on original manuscript appears as \"D. P. Madison.\" Autograph letter signed, embossed mark in upper left hand corner (crown).","A.L.S. 1 page. Chantilly to Audley. Concerning the payment to Mr. Hammond for Bonds held by L. L.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Brief account of the wedding festivities for Dr. John Prosser Tabb of Gloucester and Miss Rebecca Lloyd of Alexandria ... requests his father to send the barrouche for the return to Gloucester party will be coming with him ... visited George W.P. Custis at Arlington ... now with Mr. Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. War Department, Office of Indian Affairs. Informing him of his appointment as Cherokee Commissioner ...","A.L.S. 1 page. From the War Department. Notification that his salary as Cherokee Commissioner begins from the date of the commission. . . . .","A.L.S. Cambridge to Mount Vernon. Letter from historian and George Washington biographer Jared Sparks to John Augustine Washington III proposing he write a life of Lawrence Washington. Sparks writes \"I was already acquainted with the principal incidents in the life of Lawrence Washington, and although the papers would not seem to furnish materials for a biography of much extent, yet I think a Life of moderate length might be written, which would be interesting and fill a proper space in the 'Library of American Biography.' If you will forward me the papers, I will do the best that I can with them.\"","Sparks says George Washington's papers were sent to him in \"one of the packets sailing from Alexandria to Boston.\" He directs that the papers be put in a box and be addressed to him, care of Little and Brown, Booksellers, Boston. Sparks specifies that John Augustine should put all the papers into the box without removing any, because even seemingly unimportant documents are of use to the historian. Sparks promises to return all the papers in the same condition in which they were received.","Sparks requests John Augustine to send him the portrait of Lawrence Washington from Mount Vernon so that an engraving can be made for the book. As assurance that the portrait will be returned safely, Sparks mentions how Mr. Custis sent the portrait of Martha Washington from Arlington that now appears in one of the volumes of Washington's Writings.","Autograph letter intialed with integral address panel. Jane writes about the baptism of John Augustine's daughter Louisa and other family news, including the sale of Selby by Hannah Lee Washington and the marriage of her son Richard to his cousin Christian Maria. She also writes about crops and finding a good overseer. She adds, \"I am very sorry you cannot commence the repairs at [Mount Vernon] this autumn. The buildings are getting in ruinous condition.\"","Mount Vernon to Blakely. West Ford reports on illnesses at Mount Vernon: \"i am very sorry to say to you that we have had a great deal of sickness Jessie Clark was take the 3 day of the month he was as crazy as he could be he did not know any person i had to send for doctor Powel.\" He also mentions that Jim Mitchell has been \"laid up\" and that July and Hannah, though \"not yet confined,\" have been scarcely able to work. Andrew is also still sick. Ford also reports that he has begun breaking up and clearing land but has not been able to \"break more than acre.\"","R. D. Coverte writes from Brooklyn following a visit to Mount Vernon in which he got the impression that John Augustine did not want to become a planter. Coverte inquires if he can rent Mount Vernon and 500 surrounding acres for a fair price.","A.L.S. 1 page. Northrup, a Philadelphia real estate agent, offers to help Washington find a purchaser for Mount Vernon, understanding that \"you wish to dispose of the property you now occupy. . .\"","A.L.S. 3 1/4 pages. Copy. Mount Vernon. John gives his cousin calculations on the future value of her servants. He advises her not to sell them now. 1st page has cover embossing W. H. Harrison log cabin - 1840.","Retained copy of letter written by John Augustine Washington III to Fairfax County magistrate and landowner Dennis Johnston. In the letter, John Augustine states that based on a conversation with West Ford he believes Johnston is misinformed about the terms of Johnston's contract for cutting, hauling, and cording wood on the Mount Vernon estate.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. N. Herbert, a cousin of John Augustine, writes about Alfred, an enslaved man who escaped from Mount Vernon and voluntarily surrendered himself to the Loudon County Jail in Leesburg. Herbert writes that slave traders Joseph Bruin of Alexandria and William Bale of Exeter were inquiring about Alfred but recommends that Augustine keep him.","Correspondence, Richmond to Mount Vernon. Stampless cover.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Personal letter describing in part a visit to Mount Vernon and Washington, D.C. Mentions Gustavus Washington and the tombs of George and Martha Washington.","Autograph letter signed. Leesburg. Harrison declines buying an enslaved woman named Julia from Augustine, claiming \"she will not suit at all.\"","Autograph letter signed. John Augustine's overseer, Joseph McFarland, writes that he has had \"a great deal of difficulty\" with the enslaved worker Gabriel Johnson and has had to put Gabriel in Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria.","McFarland describes a scene in which Gabriel was \"cursing \u0026 fighting\" against some horses, and then began cursing McFarland when McFarland took the horse whip away from Gabriel. McFarland writes, \"I put him with Mr. Bruen at 25 cts a day. Mr. Bruen thinks he would be mighty apt to run away. I did not flog him as Mr. Bruen persuaded me not for it would injure the sale of him.\" He then adds to Augustine, \"Times is very different to what they was when you was here.\"","Letter in the hand of Henry P. Hill, likely dictated by Gabriel Johnson from Bruin's Slave Jail in Alexandria. Gabriel tells his side of the story following an disagreement with Joseph McFarland, John Augustine's overseer at Mount Vernon. According to Gabriel, McFarland threatened to whip him, but Gabriel \"told him that he could not whip me as I did not think any person but my master out to do it or at least to authorize it.\" McFarland tied Gabriel up, but he escaped. When he was recaptured, he was brought to the jail.","Gabriel writes, \"I want you if you please Sir to come down and see about the matter and hope that you will be satisfied that at best I am not the only one to blame. I love you and your family and hope that you will believe me that I have the utmost sort of feelings for you and would not by any means offend you if I could avoid it. I am very anxious to see you here and feel fully the painfull uncertainty of my situation.\"","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Joseph Bruin of the firm Bruin and Hill to John Augustine Washington III regarding an enslaved man named Gabriel who escaped from Mount Vernon and is now being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Bruin writes, \"I have to inform you of what I am willing to pay for your man now in my Jail we will give you $565 neat for him at this time if the prices should improve we are willing to pay what ever the prices may be but when you come down I am inclined to think we can trade if you wish to replace him you can inquire of others what he is worth to satisfy your self about his worth he is 5 feet 5 inches he's well formed but has some scars on his back also 2 scars from burns on his arms which are mear eye sore but dont disable him in the smallest degree. He's a very desirable negro - to those wishing to purchase. I have 2 or 3 more at this time that possibly will suit you they are young and likely and not sold for any fault.\"","Bruin's Slave Jail was famously featured in Harriet Beecher Stowe's  Uncle Tom's Cabin .","Letter from Alexandria slave dealer Henry P. Hill of the firm Bruin and Hill writing to John Augustine Washington III about an enslaved man named Gabriel who has escaped from Mount Vernon and is being held at Bruin's Slave Jail. Hill writes, \"your man Gabriel by strict measurement is five feet five and a half inches... He is likely and a very good man of his stature and if you are offered more than we priced him at I think if you will excuse a stranger for the expression of his opinion in all candour, that you will certainly do well to take the offer.\" Hill says he is willing to arrange a sale or exchage with Washington, adding that there are only sixteen men at the jail at the time, but he expects \"Sir Bruin may send in or bring others when he comes.\"","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Although he [Lawrence] refused a loan once, G.C.W. will apply for one again--also wants to discuss plans for G.W.'s private letters, books, and other relicks--cannot afford to deposit them in a safe place--\"little reliance can be placed on the liberal disposition of Congress\"--\"I desire them to confide them to the guardianship of some institution or association formed for the purpose, where they would be safely preserved from any casualty for all time to come.\"--could sell the relics to foreign country, but \"as an American and the nearest living relation of that great man, I could not reconcile it with duty to my country or a proper respect to his memory to transfer them to foreign hands.\"--\"From the high character of Boston for munificence and public spirit ... it has been suggested to me, that citizens of that place would in all liklihood form an association for the purpose, and take charge of these relicks, or deposit them in some public institution ...\"--deeply in debt--must get money or sell his farm--Green Hill in Montgomerie county--wants to borrow $5000 immediately, giving farm as security--also, a lien on the books, papers, etc.--should proposed disposition be made of these, loan of $5000 to be pd. immediately--will not offer family servants as security--if his plan for disposition of relicts can be done, they can arrange terms--he will name no price yet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, draft, docketed, with an envelope addressed to G.C. Washington and docketed by him \"Correspondence with Abbot Lawrence Esq. in relation to the Washington papers and books,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Accompanying letter to a money draft of $205, payable to Lorenzo, \"being Virginia's money is the money most in use in the South,\" Report on his ill health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. Custis.\" Integral cover.","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Re: agreement between John A. and Mr. Johnson for rent of Mt. Zephyr ... John A. Cannot be held responsible beyond the terms of the contract ... Integral cover.","Pressed leaves and autograph note. \"This branch of arbor vita was given me by my darling little Lewis Conrad the day before he left Audley Oct. 20th, 1845, for New Orleans. May God grant to my precious Charley and Lewis a safe and pleasant journey to New Orleans, health, happiness and improvement there, and a safe and happy return to me next Spring - May God grant my fervent prayers for them for Christs sake - Amen.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. Green Hill of 800A., half in wood, 3 1/2 miles from Rockville, 9rm. house, large brick kitchen, barn, brick stable, sheds, corn house, poultry house, meat house, ice house, pigeon house, overseer's house, etc. lists livestock, servants ... values listed ... will take $12,000 for the property described ...","A.L.S. 1 page. This contains the wording for a power of attorney which George C. is to copy and execute and return to Bushrod C .... by the power of attorney Geo. C. appoints Bushrod C. and Thomas B. W-n his attorneys and proxies at mtgs. of Dismal Swamp Land Co .... there follows a not of explanation re: the power of attorney ...","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Suffolk to Berryville. Robert R. Prentis, a lawyer in Suffolk, responds to a request by Lorenzo Lewis passed on to him from Bushrod Corbin Washington to obtain a decree for the sale of the interest for lands from the estate of George Washington lying in Nansemnond County and held by the firm of Washington Walker Co. Prentis advises Lewis that the land is of little value and that it would be better to sell the entire tract.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Leesburg to Mount Vernon. Harrison talks about turning an enslaved woman named Julia into a house servant and hiring out an enslaved man named Bob.","Leesburg. Harrison writes to Augustine about Julia, an enslaved woman, who has taken \"French leave\" after Harrison struck her half a dozen times with his horse whip for disobedience. Harrison thinks Julia may have gone to Mount Vernon and asks Augustine to write if he has seen her.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Hollin Hall. Mason discusses the retrocession of Alexandria from the District of Columbia to Fairfax County. Stampless address leaf.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bayou Goula to Frederick County, Virginia. Will try once more to come to terms regarding their business, before going to extreme measures--he is already yielding more than half his rights--dislike taking an honored relative to court--will he settle as he proposes or abide by decision of a court?--late brother [Churchill J. Thornton] owed him much at his death, and has title to their Ohio lands. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. A. Thornton.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover postmarked by hand \"Bayou Goula May 29th,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. No final decree in case yet, but will be at next court--sends last payments--will collect balance after harvest and send--mentions cousin Mary [a note in pencil identifies her as Miss Mary Peter, sister of Mrs. G.C. Washington]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Chs. Town June 13.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Encloses $100 note on Richmond Bank--directions for exchanging it--send receipt to him, as exect. of Judge Bush. W-n's estate--part payment of a decree in court against B.C. Washington and in favor of G.C.W., as administrator of Jane M. Washington, deceased. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed \"B.C. Washington $100.,\" postmarked \"Chs. Town Va., June 18.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Berryville, VA. Lorenzo's desire to resign acting executorship of G.W.'s estate--persuades him not to give it up--he himself knows nothing of the estate, because Lawr. Lewis and Judge W. acted for all the executors--Lorenzo's duty to carry on in father's place, for estate settlement is near completion--to legalize proceedings, sign themselves \"L. Lewis and B[ushrod C.] Washington, acting Executors for G.W.P. Custis sole surviving Ext. of the Estate of General George Washington\"--print circular announcing decree of Supreme Ct. of U.S.--necessity of closing up case quickly. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Washington City, D.C., [23\"].","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arrived at [Audley] on Tuesday--Charles's children glad to see her--send their trunk--family and friends--his trip to New Port [for health]--Parke has bracelet plaited of Angela's hair--wants his, Charleys, and Lewis's to make suitable clasps in New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Jul. 24,\" redirected to care of \"J. Whitehead Esq. Merchants Exchange, New York,\" as per E.P.L.'s directions on cover, broken black seals.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Hopes he goes as far as Quebec for change of air and exercise--[Charles and Lewis Conrad]--Lorenzo returned from Lexington, where [G.W. Lewis] has been put in [V.M.I.]--Parke and children will arrive shortly--Charles and Lewis read to her--Brother Calvert gone to Capon Springs for health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 3,\" watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses letter to him--Parke and children arrived. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 8,\" broken black seal.","A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Informing him of the transfer of a bond to Mr. Lindsly.","A.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley. Lewis writes about his slaves and their values.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter. She has been sick before now and couldn't write. Updates of family, etc.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Mason quotes one Dr. Marne who was complaining about his lack of funds and complains about the weather. He also talks about a bill before the legislature and the locals in Fairfax ganging up on him.","Bushrod Corbin Washington writes to John Augustine Washington III, \"a statement by which to settle with the legatees of General George Washington\". Includes a list of names and heirs with \"quota to pay off debts\". Autograph document, 2 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Clay Mont to Georgetown. Sends check for $872.24, per decree in his favor in court, send receipt for this and $50 attorney fee sent by Mr. Greene to him [final settlement of Bush. Washington's estate, Bush. C. W-n, executor, in favor of G.C.W., adminis. of Jane M. Washington, dec.]. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Bush. C. Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, endorsed in G.C.W.'s hand \"B.C. Washington June 21t. 1847 and T.C. Green's rect for $50 - atty fee - Legacy to Frances and Mary Washington recd. in full,\" postmarked \"Cha. Town Va June 23,\" sums computed on cover, laminated.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Bushrod Herbert writes to his cousin about business and family news. The address panel contains three weeks of diary notes by John Augustine in pencil. He notes on August 27 that he went to Audley, where Lorenzo Lewis was \"very ill and died after I left there.\" On September 2, his wife Nelly was attended to by a dentist named Dr. McCormick. On September 11, John Augustine notes that West Ford paid him \"105.00 for 60 cords of wood and 8.23 for fruit and vegetables and 3.50 from Smoot for Louisa's lamb.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington to Newport, Rhode Island. Arrived from Chantilly by stage and hack--Charley [Conrad's] poor health and instructions for nursing him--Charley's 10th birthday today--sea air and bathing will benefit him in New Port. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria D.C., Aug. 14,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Received letter telling of Charley's [Conrad] illness--Lorenzo ill with cough and pain in his head--Mrs. [E.P.] Lewis considering going up to New Port to nurse Charley--hopes Frank C[onrad], [Charles's brother] is better from sea air--Mr. [Henry] Clay to speak at New Port--Mrs. [Mary Custis] Lee here with 4 children--\"Mr. and Mrs. W[ashington ?] are delighted with the portico\" (?). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. M. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 17,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Newport, Rhode Island. Charley's illness--use of bella donna for the disease [scarlet fever]--arrived with Sissy and Caro [Isabella and Caroline Butler] to find [Lorenzo] ill--his ailments and treatments. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, postmarked \"Berryville Va. Aug. 23,\" laminated.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Newport, Rhode Island. Announces Lorenzo's death--had 5 physicians--Mary [Custis] Lee his nurse and great comfort to him--\"This is the 4th child I have lost by congestian.\"--don't leave New Port too soon, because of Charley's health. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. L.\" Autograph letter initial signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Winchester Va. Aug. 30,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley to Washington, D.C. Beds and rooms prepared for their coming--urges him to leave Charley and Lewis [Conrad] with her this winter for their health--Esther to have an excellent tutor for the children--Bishop Meade in N. York procuring a tutor--stage from Winchester to Leesburg very small, agent refuses to use large one--Lewis [Conrad] injured his eyes by bad habit. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. P. Lewis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Berryville Va., Oct. [ ],\" laminated, smeared black seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Washington copies out his wife's, Maria's, will (sister of Burr Harrison), and goes over several details of the will. His health is also declining since his wife's passing and he doesn't expect to live much longer. He plans on retaining four of his wife's slaves for the time he does have left.","George Washington Parke Custis writes to John Augustine Washington III with concerns about finalizing the settlement of the estate of George Washington including the sale of land near the Dismal Swamp in Nansemond County. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address label.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakeley near Charlestown, West Virginia at Christmas time to her son John Augustine Washington III at Mount Vernon. Jane worries over John's recent illness with \"chill fever\" and reminds him \"You now have an overseer, and it surely cannot be so necessary for you to go out at the dawn of day, and expose yourself to the inclemencies of weather in attending to farm business.\"","Jane writes \"I am now quite alone, dear little John A. left me this morning; he is a happy cheerful fellow, and has been with me for some time. I have endeavoured to teach him, and think he has mad some progress both in reading and knitting, with which he is excedingly pleased declaring, he 'was never lonesome since he learned to knit,' the most monotonous and dullest of all employments.\"","Speaking of the enslaved persons of Blakeley plantation, Jane says \"Christmas as you know always occasions considerable excitement, particularly with the poor Negroes, to whom it is a season of temporary freedom and feasting.\"","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel, with note that the letter was carried by \"Mr. W's servant Edmund who is returning home from Jefferson Cty.\"","Jane writes, \"I saw no white face on Christmas day.\" She describes giving out provisions and supplies to the enslaved population, a few of whom assembled to hear her read in the morning and at noon. \"They conducted themselves very soberly \u0026 orderly.\" Old Jenny thanked her for the \"fine dinner.\" Jane also describes her Christmas with family - skating, setting traps, reading, and eating cakes and apples.","Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III, three to Mount Vernon, one to Alexandria; and one receipt for $2.24 postage to the Alexandria Post office.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Washington. Brackenridge, a horticulturist, is writing to Downing, a landscape gardener and architect, regarding a proposal before Congress to turn Mount Vernon into a park: \"The one hundred and fifty-acres is purchased [for citizens of the United States], that is to be laid out as a Park, which is to contain a Botanic Garden and Arboretum...\" Around this time Brackenridge was in charge of the rare plants in the national Botanical Garden at the Capitol. Downing's 1841 book, Landscape gardening, is a classic.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Baltimore. Personal letter with updates on family health, etc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I have been authorized by Mr. Custis to settle and close the unfinished business of Gen. Washington's estate.\" Asks questions he needs to know to complete handling of the estate.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Washington. Interesting and critical commentary on life in Washington, the town of Alexandria, Va. and a description of Mt. Vernon ... few Whigs attend the \"administration receptions\" ... dine with Mr. [Daniel] Webster ... is going to see the East Room of Mrs. Polk ... found Alexandria \"not worthy of notice\" remarks on dilapidated condition of MV ... Integral cover. Wife's maiden name: Annie Bigelow Lawrence.","Print Senate Act, 30th Congress, 1st Session, Miscellaneous. No. 82. \"Memorial of Citizens of the United States, Praying The Purchase of Mount Vernon by the government.\" The \"memorialists\" wish the government to purchase one hundred fifty acres at Mount Vernon. They have the \"most profound reverence and veneration for everything connected with the memory of the 'Saviour of America.'","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. \"Among the final dispostions of my father, made by his last Will, I find the following, 'I give and bequest to my friend Dr George Parkman of Boston a seal enclosed with the image of General George Washington as a small token of the esteem and affection which i bear to him.'\"","Receipt. Received $80 from B.C. Washington, who was acting for Geo. C. Washington, who in turn was trustee for Bush. Washington, Jr.--for \"the proportion of the quota of Judge Bushrod Washington to be refunded to the estate of General Washington by the said George C. Washington as trustee ...\" [This relates to a claim upon 22 of G.W.'s legatees or their heirs on account of a mortgage accepted by the 23rd. --upon foreclosure the mortgage had produced less than the amount of the debt, and, after prolonged litigation, General W.'s executors were held liable. They, in turn, transferred liability to the other legatees and their heirs]. Autograph document signed, fragment, docketed \"1848.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Senate desires to know of owner of books in G.W.'s library, what books there are and for what could they be purchased by Congress? Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"From James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"J. A. Pearce.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Quotes B.W-n's will on disposition of G.W.'s library--most valuable portion at Mt. Vernon, owned by Mrs. Jane C. Washington--comprises about 1500-2000 vols.--doesn't know Mrs. W's feelings but thinks \"since she has expressed her willingness for a fair equivalent, to let Mr. Vernon with a portion of land attached, become the property of the Nation at its request, so in the same spirit of compliance with its wishes and those of Congress, she possibly might consent for a liberal consideration to have the books of Genl. Washington placed in so safe a depository as the library of congress, where they would be preserved for all time.\"--suggests they contact her about this--the books left to him were largely those of Judge Washington's--about 3-400 of G.W.'s books were included--he recently disposed of all these to an agent of the library of the British Museum--would have preferred American institution, but none were interested--defends his actions in so doing, since press has seen fit to [criticize] him for it.  Autograph letter signed, draft, endorsed by G.C.W. \"To Hon James A. Pearce in relation to the Library of Genl. Washington.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. C. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. The portion of G.W.'s library remaining at Mt. V. is small, and they will not sell it--if necessary later, they prefer National Library--\"In respect to the purchase of this place, dear cousin, by the U.S. Government. We still regard it as uncertain.\"--if G.C.W. and family accompany Eleanor to Bath, stop and see her at Blakeley [Jefferson Cty.] she goes there soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, black seal smeared (W).","D. 3 pages. Indenture. Sale of part of a tract called Rock of Dumbarton in D.C. by the Washingtons to Corcoran ... belonged to George C. W-n's wife ... $3200 ... survey signed and sealed by the two Washingtons ...","A.N.S. 1 page. Note of authentication for daguerrotype likeness of two portraits of George and Martha Washington taken by John Grubb.","George Washington Bassett writes to John Augustine Washington regarding settlement of the Washington estate. References a Supreme Court decision and \"Hammond's case.\" Autograph letter signed, 3 pages, with integral address panel, postmarked 'Richmond Aug 6'.","Autograph letter signed with integral address panel. Delivered by James Mitchum (Jim Mitchell). Jane writes that Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town has burned down.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Business about settlement of estate--the recent death of his grandmother, and his efforts to keep a home for her in her old age--contract with his grandfather--insists no personal interest in retaining possession of property for the present year.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Cambridge to Georgetown. He has never seen G.W.'s missing diaries and Cash Memorandum Books returned all he had--Judge W. not home when he took papers from Mt. V., and altho Revolution papers in good order, private one and those before and after were in bad shape--noticed some diaries missing then--vol. of Orderly books missing at the time and nothing known of it by the Judge or Marshall--\"I have recently been informed that one of the volumes of the \"Diary,\" (I think for the year 1790, but am not certain) is now in possession of Mr. Bogart of New York, but how it fell into his hands I know not ... I have the impression, also, that I have heard of another volume somewhere, but I do not now recollect where it was said to be ... You know there was a rumor, that papers relating to the latter part of this period [the Presidency] were secretly taken from the office after the General's death. I once mentioned this to Judge Washington. He replied cautiously; \"We have never charged any person with such an act,\" intimating, as I thought, that his suspicion was strong.\"--G.W.'s books which G.C.W. sold to Mr. Stevens have been purchased there by subscription and are deposited in library of the Boston Athenaeum. Autograph letter signed, cover, docketed \"Important regarding missing Books and papers from Jared Sparks,\" postmarked \"Cambridge Ms. Jan 2,\" laminated, watermarked (Lumsdon and Son 1848), red seal (crane). [A \"Memorandum of Papers in 12 Boxes\" is enclosed, in Sparks' hand, listing vols. of George Washington's correspondence \u0026 other documents with notation \"Vol. III of orderly Books was never received. 10 vols. of Army Returns - being a part of the series of 117 vols. - were taken away by Colonel Washington\"].","A.L.S. 1 page. Georgetown. Takes pleasure in answering his wish to have a book previously owned by General Washington. This note accompanies the book. Enclosed envelope also sealed with the Washington coat of arms, private seal of Washington.","A.L.S. 7 pages. Georgetown. Re: GW's papers ... resolution now before Congress re: papers ... Geo. Corbin owns W-n's private papers, his earliest writings ... unable to make a gratuitous offering of the papers to Congress ... in 1834 he accepted $25,000 for the public papers ...","A.L.S. Washington D.C. to Berryville. Thanks for her interest in him and his family--her family always welcome at the White House--fear they will not find time to visit Audley while in Washington. Letter, signature cut out, in another hand, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ],\" laminated, watermark (H and O). Date on original catalog card appears [18]49 Mar. 27. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Mount Vernon to Caledon near Hampstead. Personal letter updating her on family health and affairs.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Audley. Assures her he would like to comply with her wishes [as regards political appointments], but he is swamped with applications, and his predecessor [Polk] filled all offices just before his term was up--will try to aid Col. Lee's son [G.W. Custis Lee?] get West Point appointment--explains system of choosing. Autograph letter signed, cover franked by Z.  Taylor, postmarked \"Washington DC 16 Apr,\" Free, red seal blurred, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","Document, 7 pages. Describes a trip to MV, by steamboat and hack from Washington. Mentions gate house lodges. Buildings and grounds in a dilapidated condition. Visited the New Tomb. Met J.A. Washington and was shown some of the first floor rooms and the key to the Bastille (misidentified as the key which confined Lafayette in the Prison at Ham.). Hopes that the gov't will purchase the estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House to Alexandria. Regrets he has no more autographs of G.W. to give away--has given them for 40 years \"andll over the civilized world,\" and the only letters he has left are those to his father, J. P. Custis, and some to himself when a student.  Autograph letter signed, integral cover, mounted, on reverse of cover is cover addressed to Joseph B. Boyd Esq., Maysville Kentucky, postmarked Alexandria Va. Apr. 28; (probably forwarded to him by Bryan). Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","Receipt from John Augustine Washington III for 11 dollars to be handed to J. C. Sellman of Baltimore to be handed to the widow of a fisherman named Joseph Hall found drowned near the bank of the river at Mount Vernon.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington corresponds to his attorney, B.W. Harrision, about his wife's father's estate.","Autograph - Zachary Taylor. 5 small slips of paper signed \"Z. Taylor,\" and 3 \"E.P. Lewis\" in Taylor's hand. One is endorsed \"Written by Genl. Taylor in his office at the White House May 1849,\" all enclosed in a cover marked \"Taylor's autographs' and \"Keep with letter\". [Probably goes with letter of Taylor to E.P. Lewis, dated July 2, 1849].","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington to Georgetown. Received her letters by her grandson, Edward Butler--congrat. on daughter [Parke's] \"eminent\" arrival--will be glad to receive her and family on Tuesday, their day for receiving company--forwards some autographs, as requested. Autograph letter signed, cover, franked by Z. Taylor, postmarked \"Free [ ], watermarked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Z. Taylor.\"","A.L.S. 6 pages. Sandy Spring to Alexandria. Stabler gives Washington advice on crops, soils, fertilizers and other agrarian areas of interest.","Hooff congratulates Washington on buying a farm, Cloveread, for five hundred dollars.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mrs. Corcoran wishes to buy a lot in Georgetown formerly owned by the addressee's grandfather ... it is supposed that the addressee is the proper heir and the one to sell the property ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Henry Augustine writes to his father about legal and financial matters. Henry Augustine Washington (1820-1858) and Lawrence Washington (1791-1875) were distant relatives of George Washington. Both paternal family lines trace back to John Washington (1632-1677).","A.L.S. 4 pages. Audley. A short commentary on the weather and season. She then records for her brother a short but graphic description of Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and his making GW's Bust. \"I wish I could give you all the information you desire in regard to Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon. I was only six years old at that time, and perhaps have not retained any recollection of Houdon and his visit had I not seen the General as I supposed, dead, and laid out on a large table coverd with a sheet. I was passing the white servants Hall and saw as I thought the corpse of one considered my Father, I went in, and found the General extended on his back on a large table, a sheet over him, except his face, on which Houdon was engaged in putting on plaster to form the cast. Quills were in the nostrills. I was very much alarmed until I was told that it was a bust, a likeness of the General, and would not injure him. This is all I recollect.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Greenwood to Alexandria. Writes his brother family news--bad weather--killed some of C.A.W.'s sheep for fear of their starvation--feared to lose them all--Aunt [Frances] [?] is said by some to be going to marry Bushrod [Corbin ?] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked by hand \"Brucetown Va Decb. 6th,.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. F. Washington, Jr.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Baton Rouge. SummaryAlthough he has never met her, he has long admired her character and virtues as reported by various individuals--knows Col. and Mrs. Butler [E.G.W. Butler and Frances Parke Lewis Butler] very well--they are visiting him now and are in good health--hears that \"notwithstanding you had readhed an age that but few attain, you enjoyed and was blessed with unusual good health ...\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Mary Peter to give him a general power of attorney ... authorizes him to sell a slave and his family if possible and to collect debts due her ... family business ... political matters discussed ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Middleway to Berryville. Sends poem that he promised [on Z. Taylor]--if she likes it, send [Taylor] a copy. [Poem is enclosed, entitled \"The Crisis, To Gen: Zachary Taylor, President of the United States\"]. Autograph letter signed, cover with later docket \"Poem to Taylor and letter, 1850,\" laminated.","A.N.S. 1 page. Note for the bank to pay Mr. Washington the sum of $754.40 as the executor of General Washington's will and against the estate of Mrs. Peter.","A.N.S. 1 page. To Mr. A. Scott, the Cedars. Acceptance of a dinner invitation. Autograph note signed, with envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Appoints him her general attorney to attend to all her business affairs ... confirms any action he has taken already ...","A.L.S. 3 pages. Scolds him for not writing--is afraid he is ill--advises him to take a wife, so he won't be so lonely at Welllington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","Printed membership certificate for C.L.W. Butler for the donation of five dollars to the Washington National Monument Society.","Printed certificate filled in for Mrs. Albert Goodyear for her donation of a dollar to the Washington National Monument Society.","A.L.S. 1 page. Baltimore to Audley. Upon examining Genl. [Zachary] Taylor's papers, came across letter to her without an address--encloses it to her--Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Bliss overcome by their bereavement [Taylor's death] [Bliss was Taylor's son-in-law].  Autograph letter signed, cover, postmarked \"Baltimore Md. [ ] 17,\" stamped with early 5 cent stamp, watermark.","John A. Washington 1st statement of transfer of bonds by Mrs. Henderson to G. A. Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Encloses a letter by George Washington in compliance with a promise he gave.","Harrison writes about the possible sale of Mount Vernon to the United States, \"I wish you may succeed in making an even track with the government- Mt. Vernon ought to belong to the nation, in these disunion times- I think it wd. Have a wholesome influence - everything shd be done to perpetuate the memory of that great and good man GEORGE WASHINGTON…\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends a profile of Washington.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Expresses thanks for the books sent. Asks a favor in regards to Mr. Felton.","Bill for twelve hundred and fifty dollars. Autograph bill signed, Washington.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Description of an Early Visit to Mount. Vernon, with a group of Washingtonians including the 94 year old Mrs. Alexander Hamilton. Lengthy description of life in the Federal City and impressions of important political figures: Pres. Fillmore, Daniel Webster.","W.B. Whitehead write from Suffolk to John Augustine Washington at Mount Vernon concerning Gen. Washington's estate and a past debt. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, integral address with a Suffolk postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlee. Conveys appreciation of a Washington County agricultural group for use of Mr. W-n's dynamometer at a recent ploughing match ... discusses plows, agriculture, etc ... Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. \"I rec. yours of Oct 22nd, and as you request I send you a statement of the acct. between Hammerly and myself.\"","Autograph letter signed. Brown writes about selling some of John Augustine's lands. On the back of the letter, he asks if the remains of George Washington's old coffin still in the old vault at Mount Vernon. If so, Brown, writes, he can identify the pieces and place them at the National Institute for \"more perfect preservation.\"","One receipt from the Alexandria Post Office for postage, $2.24. Four envelopes addressed to John Augustine Washington III.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Concerning the expected delivery of a \"box of Game and Fish.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","Although he cannot visit Mount Vernon when he is in Washington DC, Corcoran asked to see John Augustine Washington in Washington \"and talk about the matter in a much more satisfactory manner than it could be conducted in a correspondence…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Philadelphia. Randolph, a Quaker, writes his mother that he visited Mount Vernon \"and was much disappointed to find the natural beauties of the place such that all the neglect of owners and trespassing of strangers for half a century have only been able to impair but not ... destroy them.\" Comments on huts of negros. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Personal, family letter. Sorry her letter to her at Mount Vernon will be missed since she left to go \"over the Ridge\" early.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington House to Bellair. Information on portraits of G.W.'s family--\"It is certain there is no portrait extinct of Augustine, the Father of the Chief, nor does there exist one of his illustrious mother, such is the result of my researches and enquiries of more than half a century - John was the favorite Brother, a magnificent man and most resembling the Chief of all the brothers. Mrs. Lewis the only Sister, whom I very well remember, was the most majestic and imposing looking female I ever beheld, and was dearly beloved by the Great Man. - There is a good portrait of her. Samuel was tall, but not so stout, while Charles was a very large man without anything remarkable about him,\"--cannot help him further in obtaining information on portraits of the family, but suggests asking in Stafford, Westmoreland and Northumberland--the absurdity of the belief that G.W. was born in England. Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, torn, postmarked \"Alexandria Va. Aug. 7,\" with a 3 cent stamp, bearing George Washington's picture, laminated.","A.D. 5 pages. A friend of Nelly Custis Lewis for 58 years, Gibson writes a draft of her memories of Lewis and her relationship with the Washingtons. Martha Washington, her grandmother, implanted \"in her mind pure and sound principles\" for Nelly's life. Comments on Nelly's beauty, charms, the strength she rec'd from religion and political persuasion. Autograph manuscript, draft.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Augustine, I send you the above check for $100 which I recd. Of Davis - you will please give Hamerly cr. For the same - Yrs. Truly, H.T. Harrison.\"","A.D. 1 page. \"For C.A. Conrad and L. Lewis Conrad - Letters from their Grandmother Lewis' Father (their Great Grandfather John Parke Custis) to Genl Washington.\" Autograph document, docketed \"E.M. Lewis Sepr. 21st 1852.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Arlington House to New York. Congratulations on the completion of his work, and predicts a 2nd edition for it soon -- approves his prospectus of a field book of the Second War of Independence -- has just completed his four Revolutionary Battles and is working on his Magnus opus, Surrender of Yorktown painting -- describes it -- has a new studio fitted up in So. wing, where Mr. Stearns made copy of originals of Col. and Mrs. Washington -- Barnum's new pictorial magazine to rival Harper's--wants pictures in collection [at Arlington] preserved by engravings in his lifetime--would like Harper's to commission Lossing to do this--mentions \"Washington in 1772 Mrs. W. in 1759, Mr. Custis by ... Pine in 1785 ... the magnificent picture of Col. Parke by Sir Godfrey Kneller etc etc.\"--will send him paper on \"Levies and Drawing Rooms of the First President.\" Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked \"Alexandria Va., Dec. 30,\" early 3 cent stamp with George Washington's portrait, laminated.  Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L. 4 pages. Draft, Recipient of nomination declines as he intends to support Gen. Winfield Scott and the Whigs ... nomination made by the American National Convention (Know-Nothing Party)... Date on original catalog card appears [1852]. It has been suggested that the nominee was George Corbin Washington, a member of Congress from MD.","Autograph letter signed. Jane writes to her son about Clark Mills's proposed statue of Washington, \"which out government has at this late but fortunate time, determined on having.\" She also asks her granddaughter Louisa to write about her acquaintance with Washington Irving.","A.D.S. 1 page. Certifies that Lossing has been engaged for several days in making drawings of the Washington Treasures at Arlington House and has made \"spirited and faithful sketches\" of these and other superior works of art there. Autograph document signed, fragment.","A.L.S. GWPC discusses Lossings proposed article on Mount Vernon for Harper's magazine.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Dusseldorf on the Rhine. Sends a bottle of cologne as an expression of thanks for receiving \"a stranger\" as a guest at Mount Vernon.","Letter from Jane C. Washington to her son that she learned of the conditional sale of Mount Vernon to a company from the newspapers. She expresses her hope that, if the estate cannot stay in the family, that it may become \"the honored and cherished property of the United States Government.\" At the end of the letter, Jane adds that she is \"Earnestly praying my beloved son that you may in all things and at all times, be guided by Divine Wisdom.\"\n  \nJane and her son Richard plan to visit John Augustine in a few days. They will take the Canal Boat at Harpers Ferry to Georgetown, and then proceed to Alexandria where they will spend the night. She looks forward to enjoying the scenery along the Potomac.\n  \nJane also mentions that Washington Irving is still at John Pendleton Kennedy's place and relates news some of Irving's travels. Irving had visited Mount Vernon in early 1853. Jane was pleased to see Irving join in her church's communion service last Sunday.","A.D.S. 1 page and survey drawing. Survey of 200 acres at Mount Vernon (land eventually sold to the MVLA) showing public road and wharf and delineating a 1/2 acre square around the tomb.","Autograph letter signed with envelope. Jane congratulates John Augustine and his wife Nelly on the birth of their son Lawrence Washington. She also writes about the murder of her relative, Thomas Blackburn. Blackburn was fatally stabbed by another student while a cadet at VMI in Lexington.","Printed letter, 1 page. Invitation, probably to John Augustine Washington III to participate in the Washington birthday commemorations held by the New York Order  of United Americans. W.W. Osborn, Chairman, and Charles E. Gildersleve, secretary.","A.L.S. 6 pages. Hasn't heard from GWPC in long time--thanks Custis for offering the \"Alpha and Omega\" flags to the gov't--mentions having seen a \"professed original painting\" of GWashington at office of the \"Albion\" supposedly done by Sharples--eyes are a deep hazel instead of \"Being the clear blue of the chief\"--thinks mistake could have been made in copying--relates incident of Benj. Winthrop saving a portrait of Frederick the Great from destruction at the home of Mr. Monroe (President's son)--exhibition at National Academy of Design features two pictures of George Washington by Stearns--one in his retirement at Mount Vernon and One Death Bed Scene.","Thomas sends a letter of Jared Sparks (not present), and mentions \"My father being the surviving executor of Judge Washington, at his death all executional power over that estate ceased, and for the purpose of setting up the estate it will be necessary for an administrator, with the will annexed to be appointed in your county. He also mentions that John Augustine's son is the first male to be born at Mt. Vernon \"… to any of the proprietors bearing the name of the first Washington who owned the place… and you intend calling him Lawrence… the most appropriate name…\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Georgetown. Gives the pedigree of one Peter Grayson Washington whose father was the nephew of \"old Lund Washington of Hayfield\" ... Peter W-n is supposed to have a gold-headed cane with Washington's coat of arms ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Recounting the funeral of George Corbin Washington.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Will send his large painting of the Surrender of Yorktown to the City Hall to hang.","Letter written by Jane C. Washington from Blakely near Charlestown, West Virginia a few months before her death to her son John Augustine Washington III. Jane tells John she was \"much interested and amused at your correspondence with the Richmond and Manchester Ladies. They no doubt are inspired by sincere and noble feelings of admiration and gratitude to the truly great and good Father of his Country, called forth and appointed by providence as such. His memory will be best preserved and handed down to posterity by the Constitution which he labored to build up and which I devoutly pray may ever be sustained by successive generations. Let dear old Mount Vernon continue forever, if it pleases an all wise providence, in the Washington family and name.\" Jane adds \"I am not very well and fear I am becoming a confirmed Dispeptic, looking as yellow and shrivled as an old cucumber.\"","A.D.S. 4 pages. Minutes from the meeting of the \"visitors  of the Potomac Pavilion.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Philadelphia. My dear Steinberger, my kinsman our friend John Alexander is about to visit the Pacific as flag Lieutenant of Admiral Bruce the newly appointed commander of the fleet. As is the fortune of war it may happen that he shall be in your neighborhood. I have thought it best to give him this introduction to you. Note on another page reads \"Genl. Washington Five letters receved back from my friend Dr. A.L. Elwyn after publication in Minutes, Phila. (?) Jany. 4, 1854.\"","D. 4 pages. Will of George Washington Parke Custis. Bequeaths to daughter Mary Anna Randolph Lee use of his Arlington House estate and other lands, furniture, plate, etc. during her lifetime--on her death, to eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee--$10,000 to each of granddaughters--to W.H.F. Lee, White House estate--to R.E. Lee [Jr.] plantation in King William--other lands to be sold to pay legacies to granddaughters--lot in Washington to Col. Lee--family plate to be divided among grandchildren, \"but the Mt. Vernon Plate altogether, and every Article I posses relating to Washington, that came from Mt. Vernon, is to remain with my Daughter at Arlington House during said Daughter's life, and at her death, to go to my eldest grandson, George Washington Custis Lee and to descend from him entire and unchanged to my latest posterity.\"--emancipation of his slaves \"in such manner as to my Executors may seem most expedient and proper.\"  Appoints as executors Robert Edward Lee, Robert Lee Randolph of Eastern View, Rt. Rev. Bish. Meade, and George Washington Peter. Document, in hand of [Mary Custis Lee ?,] docketed \"The Last will and Testament of George W. P. Custis Made and Executed the 26th March 1855,\" and endorsed \"Arlington 5 Dec. 1857, A true copy from the original in my possesion. [signed] R.E. Lee, Col. U.S.A.\"","Autograph letter signed \"Jean C. Washington.\" Jane writes to her son that an enslaved man named George has died. \"He was very much reduced, not being able for some time to retian any nourishment. He was delirious, but never violent or ungovernable: fancying he saw lovely angel children near him - and when I read to him, was calm, and apparently pleased, tho' he seldom spoke.\" She adds, \"I shall miss him very much, he was a faithful and affectionate servant - and in traveling watchful and attentive to my comfort.\" She had intended to send for Reverend Charles E. Ambler of Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town for George's funeral, but \"Mary Jane preferred 'Solomon,'\" a Baptist preacher.","Recommends that Rogers try to get his play performed on the New York Stage. He asks Rogers help. Custis feelds that it will be a successful drama. He reports that his health is as it was and his spirits are very much depressed.","Autograph letter signed by prominent Chicago machinery producer J. S. Wright. He writes to John Augustine with condolences on the death of his mother, Jane C. Washington. He writes that his mother and John Augustine's were alike: \"Both were eminently kind. Religion made both cheerful, animated, companionable... we have known \u0026 tried a Mother's love.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Discusses Custis' comments on paintings by Wertmüller and Luetze. Mentions Lossing's desire to annotate and illustrate GWPC's Recollections.","A.L.S. 1 page. Near Onancock. Received L.W.W.'s letter offering birth place and burial ground of \"the Father's Family\" to [Va.] on condition \"that it shall be kept sacred.\"--asks him to say so to the legislature after inauguration--'If the Legislature won't, I will take the responsibility.\" Autograph letter signed, docketed.Name on original manuscript appears as \"Henry A. Wise.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerns Everett's research on George Washington's library.","A.L.S. 1 page. Richmond. Now that Wakefield is to be cared for by Va., he proposes that the family burial plot and the spot on which stood the house in which GW was born he presented to Va. ... these had formerly been reserved by the family when the land was sold by George Corbin W-n to John Gray ...","Printed invitation with envelope. \"First Annual Washington Festival of Henry Clay Chapter ... at the National Hotel, Detroit ... to join in celebrating the Birthday of the immortal Washington.\" Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Custis writes about the model of the Bastille and its history in the Washington family.","Printed Certificate, certified by John A. Washington and witnessed by W. B. Magruder, Mayor of Washington, stating that the series of Lithographs advertised, are framed with wood cut from trees grown at Mount Vernon. It is also certified that Mr. James Crutchett is exclusive agent for this timber.","Small printed broadside by H. Barnes of Boston, Ma. Engraving of MV and GW, engraved by American BANK Note Co. with certification by John A. Washington, III that James Crutchett has all rights to Mount Vernon Timber.","Sparks reports that he shipped Eyre's Washington Letters explaining that he obtained the copies of the letters from her father. He claims to have never seen the originals and mentions that a service called \"Adam's Express\" was hired to ship the package.","Copy of will, Mrs. Frances Dandridge Henley Lear, third wife of Tobias Lear, of the city of Washington. Devisees include Louisa Lincoln Lear, Elizabeth and Fanny Lear Hawley. The forman to receive a miniature of George Washington with hair enclosed presented to Tobias Lear by Martha Washington. Jewelry, silver, books, furniture.","Letter to his new steward about affairs on his estates -- poor condition of his negroes -- has had many complaints about their treatment -- \"to get the negroes comfortably housed, \u0026 provided with clothes and blankets will be the first of acts of your administration\" -- he knows nothing of what goes on on his estate -- settlement with Rail Road -- they have only the right away through the White House on the Pamunkey plantation, anything else must be paid for. Autograph letter signed, laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. Washington has been appointed an aide on the Governor's staff ... encloses copy of a ltr. from George Washington to Col. John Cropper ... [Writings show several ltrs. from GW to Cropper].","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office, Richmond. Appointed aide-de-camp with brevet rank of Col. of Cavalry ... signed by Wm. H. Richardson ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Writes for Eleanor Love Washington who is still weak but recovering well. Hopes she will be able to return to Mount Vernon in a few days. Date on original catalog card appears [1857] April 17.","A.L.S. 1 page. Arlington House. Receives large amt. of correspondence re: G Washington ... \"cutting up fragments from old letters and accounts some of 1760, or nearly an hundred years ago, to supply the call for Anything ... of his venerated hands\" ... encloses a 1772 account with GW autograph as a relic for the Tri Mont Society] ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"George W. P. Custis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Waverly. Sends letter of Mrs. M.W. as \"a fit accompaniment-to one of G.W.'s sent earlier--her virtues. Autograph letter signed, separate cover, \"Mrs. R. E. Lee\", scribbled across cover. (A Note by Varina Jefferson Davis (undated) is filed with this statement of Authenticity).","Autograph letter, signed. Rembrandt Peale, known for his 'porthole portraits' of George Washington, recalls his father painting the earliest known image of Washington in 1772 as well as a miniature he painted for Martha Washington.","Certificate of authentication of a cane and spy glass possessed by N. H. Washington. An accompanying envelope further describes the spy glass's provenance from George Washington --N. H. Washington -- presented to William L. Yancey of Alabama -- given to Jefferson Davis, the piece was taken off of a British soldier who expired at Germantown during the Revolutionary War. Autograph letter signed, 1 page, with integral address panel; autograph note on envelope.","A.L.S. 1 page. Regrets not having been able to go with K. to Louisville. \"Courage was not wanting, but strength was.\" Date on original catalog card appears [1857] Sept. 4. GWPC died on Oct. 10 of this year.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Thomas is writing to an unknown person offering to sell a silver salt cellar which once belonged to Martha Washington. The salt cellar is fully described.","A.L.S. 2 1/2 pages. Charlestown to Mount Vernon. Alexander tells of his problems with draft notes and the Lucas'. He advises John to wait before selling his land. $0.03 stamp on address leaf.","D. 12 pages. A lengthy memoir of Rembrandt Peale's involvement with W-n portraiture, beginning with his 3 sittings from life in Phila. in 1795 and recounting his self-described life-long \"obsession\" to create a perfect portrait of W-n. Describes evolution of his various styles of treating his subj: equestrian, porthole, etc. Includes criticism of other painters, anecdotes of George Washington, etc. May be a partial text of his lecture on the subject, see \"Eisen\", vol. 2.","General Orders, 1 page. Ordered to report to Richmond on Feb. 22 for Celebration of the elevating of Equestrian Statue of George Washington ... specifies uniform to be worn ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Uniform of Col. of Cavalry on Gov. staff same as that of U.S. Army ... may wear sword he mentioned ...","A.L.S. 4 pages. Letter concerning the donation of George Washington's birthplace and the Washington family burial grounds at Pope's Creek Plantation. Lewis W. Washington donated the land to the state of Virginia. Here Lewis writes Beale, state senator of Virginia, that Mr. John E. Wilson, the owner of the surrounding land, should be consulted. The donated land is \"... situated in the heart of [Wilson's] arable fields ...\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. Claymont. Re: Wakefield and the family burial plot to be turned over to Va ... has written to Gov. Wise inviting him to visit Wakefield to make arrangements for memorials etc ... invites Col. W-n to come also ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lewis.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Adjutant General's office. Orders to report to Richmond in full uniform for ceremonies on July 5 ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive deparment, Richmond. Requests a formal deed of tender of GW's Birthplace to the state of Va. so that the state may maintain its right-of-way to the birthplace and burial grounds ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. Says he has been requested by Harpers magazine to write an article on Mount Vernon since it has become a place of interest to the American people. Would he welcome a visit by Lossing to Mount Vernon?","A.L.S. 1 page. Executive department, Richmond. Re: Wakefield ... acknowledges receipt of letter enclosing deed to Wakefield.","A.L.S. and envelope. Everett writes concerning a speaking engagement about George Washington in Northbridgewater, Boston.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the publication of her father's \"Recollections\"- they will split the profits. \"Its success may materially aid us in continuing the hospitalities of this old and much frequented mansion.\"","D. 1 page. $100 receipt for Edward Everett for speaking engagement at North Bridgewater from Peabody Treasurer.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Arlington. Regrets that their mutually edited book, \"Recollections of Washington,\" by GWPC cannot be published more quickly.","Autograph letter signed. Warrenton. Shackleford writes to accept Augustine's offer for the purchase of two enslaved boys named Bob and Armistead for $1200 each.","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" sending a note via Louisa and a servant to ask Ned to call on him. Verso is a recipe. Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Arlington. [Regarding publication of her father's Memoirs] Sends by Col. [R.E.] Lee her \"Memoir\" and other papers--also all letters between G.W. and her grandfather [J.P. Custis]--\"I only suggest that if you publish the will of my ancestor it may be as well to omit for the sake of our Northern readers the names of all the slaves mentioned in the legacies.\"--sends him an engraving of Mrs. W. and a daguerre of Mrs. Lewis--title page to have title her father put to his work--hopes the work [G.W.P. Custis's Recollections] will come out shortly--will try to find the speech on the overthrow of Napoleon for Lossing--doesn't care for more mention of her name in title page than is there at present. Name on original manuscript appears as \"M. C. Lee.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Letter concerns his painting, \"The Home of Washington.\" In his letter, he asks Lossing, a fellow artist, advice in finding who were the members of the Washington household in August 1784 during Layfayette's first visit to Mt Vernon. He wants to include them in his painting along with G. Washington, and Gen. Layfayette on the piazza at Mt. Vernon.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sorry for delay in sending inscription on bust of Necker--copied it long ago, but forgot to forward it--\"The Bust stands where it was placed by Washington himself.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\" [At top of paper is transcript of inscription on bust of Necker].","John A. Washington III writes to \"Dear Ned\" regarding the purchase of horses, cattle, and investments in cattle and guano. Also plans to call upon Turner with \"Farmer\" Jefferson in tow and \"take him captive\" and \"pick you up and bring you both down with me -- so hold youself in readiness.\" Autograph letter, signed.","Includes negotiations for purchase of negro boy that was delayed. Instructs West to make a strong box for sending plows to Waveland and to mend the windows of the hot beds.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Sends her a Sago palm -- the one owned by George Washington is to go to the Ladies Association and another to go with him to Fauquier.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Paid Mr. Bennett for him and sends receipt--\"Your proposition to enclose the other papers I loaned you to Mrs. Lee of Arlington is perfectly satisfactory to me\"--cannot comply with his request to leave plan of Pohick in his keeping. Autograph letter signed, on lined paper. Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. John Augustine Washington writes from Mount Vernon responding to a 12 September dispatch from G.R.H. Hughes. Washington inquires about the status of financial and legal matters, especially in relation to \"my money attached by Ogden in the Marine Bank.\" He directs Hughes to \"direct our interests, and if necessary, employ the best Counsel you can get to assist you. If the case goes against us in the Illinois State Courts, can we throw it into the Federal Courts and how long can we keep it open? ... Believing we are right and have been badly treated by Mr. Ogden, we are disposed to fight it out.\" Based on the docketing on the reverse, this appears to be Washington's file copy.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Mrs. W-n ill after leaving Old Point Comfort ... now that her recovery is under way he writes for his wife ... refers to \"good old times at Wellington\" ... nicely settled at Waverly ...","Measured drawing marked \"No. 2\" of the Mount Vernon wharf ... plan drawn by M.C. Meigs, Capt. U.S. Engineer ... \"4 Oct. Sup foot or $2800\" ...\"Recommended for adoption the front of the Wharf being made parallel to the thread of the Stream.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Returning from Norfolk where he met with an assemblage of the Dismal Swamp Land Company. Encloses money for taxes for land. Other personal business.","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter signed, envelope. Date on original catalog card appears [1859] November 27.Name on original manuscript appears as \"W. Munford.\" Covering ltr. for General orders to serve on general staff ... [See also General Orders #13 of same date].","General Orders, 1 page, Copy. Assigned a Voluntary Aide on the General Staff. Head Quarters Charlestown. [See also Munford to W-n of the same date].","Located with items pertaining to the estate of Aaron Leggett. Letterhead at top of page reads \"Leather Manufacturers Bank, New York\". Letter mentions parcels of land, cattle, and sheep.","A.L.S. 2 pages. New York. Re: papers sent to him at West Point \u0026 concealed in a secret drawer during his absence ... recently found by accident ... mentions W-n's ordeal at Harpers Ferry ...","A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon to Richmond. Introduces friend and kinsman Charles A. Washington who visits Richmond to attend his brother, Major [Francis?] Washington, who is ill there. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, on lined paper, directed \"to introduce Charles A. Washington Esqr.\"Name on original manuscript appears as \"John A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mentioning a possible pleasure excursion to Mount Vernon.","Letter mentions Aaron Leggett, Mt. Vernon, and Accotink.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding the bay horse Ned took care of for him -- \"I send Toby down for him, and unless you have use for him will ask the favour of you to send him up to me.  Bob and Mr. Shinker(?) will be here on Friday. I would be pretty pleased if you would ride up with them.\" Autograph letter, signed.","A.L.S. 1 page. Dear Sir, We send to you all Mrs. Powel's papers which we find. We have not opened packages or read letters. If you find anything that should [ ] in the hands of W Birde [ ] you will please return them to us. The Washington letters were found among the Tilghman papers and returned to us by W. Tilghman for you. Very truly Sincerely, Alice K. Price.  Autograph letter signed, + 1 envelope.","In account with James McEvan, Dr.","A.D. 1 page. Chas. Johnson Treas. In account with Mount Vernon Association. MVLA's account including charges for excursion tickets, board and lodging, oilcloth and gilding, advertising, and mending pipe frame.","Orders. D.S. 1 page. West Point, NY. Acknowledgment of Lewis W. W-n's gift to the Adademy of a report by General Nathaniel Green to General George Washington ...","Autograph letter signed. Beall-Air. Lewis writes to his cousin John Augustine that he is \"committing matrimony at Clover Lea with our sweet cousin Ella Bassett.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. New York. Declines invitation to attend his wedding.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The traitorous devils are still hoping to \"drag\" our glorious old Kentucky at the heels of [?] South Carolina but they will fail. They will make every effort to dragoon the legislature into Revolution but we shall meet them at every point ...\" Clerk's Office of the Court of Appeals.","John A. Washington III writes to \"dear Ned\", regarding church matters (\"Yesterday evening I heard from Bishop Meade -- He will not ordain Mr. Baker before his set time and makes no positive promise of lettig us have him then.\") and meeting in the future (\"It may be better to have the meeting next week, as it will give me time to hear form Warrenton as to the title of Walshs's property and whether James will allow time on the purchase money\"). Autograph letter, signed.","A list of property, including enslaved persons, reported to be taken by the 16th New York Regiment from John Augustine Washington III's farm near Mount Vernon. Although John Augustine sold the Mount Vernon mansion and grounds to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association in 1858, he retained property in the surrounding area. The list of slaves includes Jim Mitchell and Edmund Parker, who were later employed by the Mount Vernon Ladies Association, and Gabriel Johnson, who had escaped in 1845 and been held at Bruin's Slave Jail. ","A note and blind stamp on the fourth page indicate the list was received by R.H. Donavan of the Fauquier County Court on 19 April 1889.","Letter from lawyer George R. H. Hughes, Chicago, to John Augustine Washington III informing him that his investments in Chicago real estate and bonds have not been successful. His previous letters to John Augustine have been unanswered, and Hughes writes that bond prices are \"ruinous\" in the present crisis and the best he can hope to realize for John Augustine is $37,500. ","Hughes discusses the market in detail, warning John Augustine, \"I have no idea that you will be able to get your money back the way things are going here, for five or ten years, and then prices would have to double to enable you to get back your outlay with interest.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Huntersville. John writes from camp with General Lee where he is an aide - de - camp. He says his overseer \"informs me of the destruction of my property at Mount Vernon ...\" No address leaf.","C.S. Edwards writes to his wife about his visit to Mount Vernon and dinner in the mansion study during the Civil War. Includes envelope.","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 1 Oct. 1861.\" Typescript copy with letter head \"The Lincoln Library Shippensburg, PA.\"","Philadelphia to Alexandria. Tabb inquires into the operations of Washington's farm. Discusses the move from Mount Vernon.","Two letters, Philadelphia. A.L.S. 2 pages. John Campbell to Mehitable Ward. Letter describes \"heavy silverplated dinner plates that belonged to George Washington. A.L.S. 1 page. George Devereux to Mehitable Ward. George Devereux writes a thank you upon receiving daguerrotype of her recently deceased son.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Woodlawn. Letter addressed to \"Dear Sister\" with a description of Woodlawn plantation in 1863. Torn into two pieces at the fold.","Bradley writes to Bull about his visit to Mount Vernon during the Civil War.","D. 3 pages. Silliman, an American chemist and geologist, quotes from a letter of John Struthers (sculptor of George Washington's sacrophagus) describing the transfer of George Washington's remains from the new tomb vault into the marble sacrophagus in October, 1837.","Currency paper. Value 50 cents. Issued by the Confederate States of America.","A.L.S. 1 page. Boston. Has tried to deliver a breast pin containing hair of George Washington ... will Parker please call for it ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Note reads \"Washington was the greatest of good men and the best of great men. Edward Everett, Boston 10 Dec. 1864.\"","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","A.D.S. 7 pages. Description of a tour of the Mansion and grounds with fellow soldiers from Sherman's Army of the Tennessee.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Collection of nine letters. Oberly writes his fiance, Maria Woodford, about his experiences in and around Washington, DC. One very detailed letter tells of a visit to Mount Vernon. Oberly served as an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War.","Lexington. Lee acknowledges receipt of three articles that were removed from the Custis House (Arlington) during the Civil War and sent back to him by Hedden. Lee grants Hedden's request for the satin engraving of George Washington drawn by Dr. Charles Buxton. This letter of thanks accompanies the return of the picture to Hedden. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, with envelope.","New York. Hedden acknowledges receipt of Lee's letter and a satin engraving of George Washington by Dr. Charles Buxton. The engraving belonged to the Custis family when it was removed from Arlington House by Union troops. See Lee letter of March 23, 1866 [RM-837; MS-5287]. Engraving owned by MVLA [W-2796]. Autograph letter signed, 1 page.","Indenture. D. 1 page (in 2 pieces). Conveys 100 acres of land known as the Montery Estate, Clark Co., Va. to L.H.L.D. Lewis for $2,500.00. Contains a primisory note for that amount.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Lexington. Apparently written to an editor or publisher regarding the publication of a book on the Custis family. She discusses illustrations of her grandfather John Parke Custis and Martha Parke Custis, both children of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington. She doubts the success of such a book \"though it may be appreciated when passion and violence shall have ceased in the land -\".","Print advertisement, \"Interesting National Picture. Washington and his Generals, Drawn and Engraved by A.H. Ritchie.\" Published by Ritchie and Co. includes opinions of the press.","Typescript copy of a document certifying the provenance of the sword. Signed G.W. Lewis, Judge of Westmoreland Co Virginia.","A.D.S. 1 page. Autograph document signed, \"New Books.\" Provenance material for Martha Washington's breast pin, earrings; silver scraper used by Washington during his last illness.","Notebook or journal titled \"A Visti to Mount Vernon, May 17th 1872 Isaac P. Noyes. Washington D.C. \"S.G.O.\" 1872\"  Autograph document, 50 pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Near Fish Haul, King William County, Virginia. Concerns some paintings she is having cleaned and repaired ... only other person to work on them was Volkmar, \"who was considered the best repairer in this country\" ...","A.L.S. 2 pages. Executive Mansion, Washinton D.C. Luckey was a personal secretary to Ulysses Grant. Discusses the transfer of \"swords, etc.\" to the Association. He can come pick them up.","D. 1 page. Bound in sum of $15,000 and appointed Special Commissioners by the Court to sell the Beall Air farm and/or real estate.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Dear Sir, My Aunt [ ] has given me to send to you the parcel of Genl. Washington's Letters of which you were inquiring and which have been in my grandfathers possession. How shall I send them to you?\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked.","Manuscript account entitled \"An excursion by steamboat on the Potomac\" by Harry Chapman Westbay of Monett, Missouri. It describes the steamer leaving Washington City and traveling down the Potomac to Mount Vernon. Westbay describes being given a tour of Washington's tomb and mansion by Col. J. McHenry Collingsworth, superindendent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. He writes that visiors are \"at liberty to walk a round the grounds and through the houses.\"","Accompanied by six manuscripts and notes. Documents provenance of George and Martha Washington's hair given by Martha Washington to Mrs. Oliver Wolcott upon Washington's retirement from the presidency in 1797. Names include: Jane Conrad Wolcott, Olivia Wolcott, Oliver S. Wolcott. Hair in Mount Vernon Ladies Association Collection.","Letter from Don Diego Gardoqui to George Washington, copied by the State Department in 1881. According to corresponding notes, the copy was made from a copy in the hand of Bushrod Washington. The original letter sent in 1787 accompanied the gift of a 4-volume Spanish edition of Don Quixote for Washington's library.","Baltimore, Provenance pertaining to the Washington sword willed to George Lewis.","A series of letters from Fannie Washington Finch (also spelled Fanny), great-grandniece of George Washington, to Mary Claflin, wife of Governor William Claflin, regarding the sale of Washington family items. Fannie writes that she is reluctant to sell the family heirlooms but must because of her \"pecuniary condition.\" Included in the letters is a list of items being sold, including a silver pitcher, coffee pot, mugs, tumblers, ladle, tablespoons, salts, sugar bowl, cream pots, glass water bottles, glass tumblers, glass goblets, glass dessert dish, snuff box presented by Thomas Lord Fairfax to General Washington, 4 wine marks owned by George Washington, a large bed quilt made from dresses worn by Martha Washington, 2 silver plated sauce dishes, miscellaneous chinaware, and an engraved plate of Col. William Augustine Washington.","Included with the letters is a manuscript \"Extracts from newspapers, relating to Mrs Finch - great-grand niece of George Washington,\" genealogical information, lists of household goods, and an 1891 newsclipping about Fanny Washington Finch.","A.L.S. 7 pages. History of the blade worn by the \"Father of Our Country\" written by Ellshaw.","Provenance document, A.D.S. 1 page. Letter explaining the provenance of many of the George Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Powel correspondence. Marked \"Keep. Private to my brothers, not to be shown in Public.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"I delivered today the parcel of Washington's letters to your mother, and was very glad to have them pass into the custody of the rightful owner.\" Autograph letter signed, 1 envelope postmarked w/stamp.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Bergen Point, N.J. Inquires after information on a Washington chair. Her friend told her the story and provenance of the chair but she is not certain her memory is correct and would like reaffirmation.","Brief description of mansion and Washington's daily habits, Gen. Washington's bedroom, recounting of silver dollar myth. Manuscript signed by Pierce.Date on original catalog card appears as c1885.","Invitation to the Centennial celebration of Washington's inauguration, for Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Keyser. Engraved invitation includes list of Committee members and card listing events.","List of relics exhibits of celebration of 100th anniversary of inauguration of George Washington.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Relating to the Papers of General Washington. Autograph letter, copy. Date on original catalog card appears [1889]. Provenance information transferred from the Curatorial files.","Autograph letter signed, accompanies book George Washington and Mount Vernon, Long Island Historical Society publication of William Pearce letters edited by Conway RL-4467.","Copy of a letter made by Mary Powel, letter between Tobias Lear and Samuel Powel, March 9, 1797. Provenance of objects belonging to General Washington, now under ownership at the Pennsylvania His. Soc.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Bernard Carter and Sons, Baltimore. Attorneys at Law. Settiling the estate of Barton Harris and giving him what is owed back to him.","Typescript court document. \"Shereas Hortense H. McIntire, by William W. McIntire, her husband and next friend, and Elizabeth H.K. Richardson, by John S. Richardson, Junior, her husband and next friend, as next of kin of Chapin Barton Monroe Harris, late of Baltimore City, deceased, heretofore filed a caveat in th eOrphans Court of Baltimore City against Edmund Law Rogers, claiming to be executor of said Harris, under a paper writing alleged to be last will of said Harris and which had been admitted to probate in said Orphans Court, alleging among othe rthings that said paper writing was not the last will and testament of said Harris...\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Letter of provenance. Autograph letter signed, signatures of both Mary E. Powel and Samuel Powel. The following mementos of Geo. Washington are in my possession. Two small oval mirrors and two gilded silver brackets belonging w/the mirrors with the decoration [ ] - in bad repair. His breakfast cup - M.E.P. Custis gave it to my father ...\".","Bushrod Corbin Washington II writes about real estate for a possible shoe factory in Charlestown, West Virginia.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Regarding the Washington shaving table.","Edward Downes Law writes to his cousin, Edmund Law Rogers, Baltimore, regarding his receipt of a copy of a letter written by George Washington. He also discusses his shared frustrations with the recent biography on Roger's grandfather--Thomas Law--and the constant inaccuracies by authors. Autograph letter signed, 3 pages with envelope.","Autograph letter signed, S.F. Smith. Manuscript copy of the hymn \"America.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance letter. \"We understand thoroughly what your wishes are in respect to the kind of showcase required to cover the \"Plateau\" as quote same as follows ...\"","Letter from Tiffany and Co. assuring Miss Lewis of the whereabouts of George Washington's sword.","News clipping, provenance document. Covers very briefly Houdon's visit to Mt. Vernon and the Houdon bust. Printed document. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Concerning the Houdon Bust and how it came to be at Mount Vernon. Provenance information transferred from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. Letter to Mr. Harrison from Sarah Yeates Whelen concerning Louis XVI carpet.","D. 2 pages. Provenance document. Description of the carpet given to George Washington ordered by Louis XVI.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Provenance document. To \"Dear Ladies.\" She is sending a small patchwork quilt, Mrs. Richardson will present it on her behalf, which was made by Martha Washington of pieces from her gowns.","A.L.S. 1 page. Provenance document. Letter from Mrs. Conrad to Mrs. Richardson. Provenance for footstool and table cover for Nelly Custis room.","D. 1 page. \"The mirror belonged to Mrs. Albert Peale ....... James Peale, the miniature painter bought it at George Washington's sale when he lived in High Street ....\".  Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files. Date on original catalog card appears [1899].","Letter concerning John Augustine Washington and Mount Vernon. On Mary Washington Association letterhead.","A.L.S. 1 page. Tells of the distribution of two canes Washington gave him; canes made of wood at Mount Vernon. Letter head \"William McKinley Normal and Industrial School\".","A.L.S. 1 page on Mary Washington Association letterhead. Concerning Washington relics.","Provenance document, plaster cast of Washington by Houdon. Notarized letter certifying the history of a plaster cast of George Washington's face reportedly made by Houdon in 1797. Lawrence and Nelly Lewis  provenance, family history.","A.L.S. 8 pages. Mary Custis Lee comments on the improbability of the story that George and Martha Washington were married in St. Peter's Church.","Printed pamphlet. Senate Bill No. 1238 and House Bill No. 5489 to Reimburse the Estate of Gen. George Washington, for certain lands in Ohio lost by conflicting grants Made under the authority of the United States ...","A.D.S. 1 page. Confidential memo from M. E. Powel concerning the suspected theft of a collection of Washington letters. Includes xerox of NY Times 3/16/1913 article.","A.L.S. 12 pages. Believes the brace of pistols mentioned in enclosed clipping is the one which disappeared from Lexington some yrs. back ... hopes family will investigate ... interest newspapers, etc. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mary C. Lee.\"","D. 2 pages. Printed page. H.R. Bill 15353 authorizing purchase of certain Washington relics. $30,000. to W. Lanier Washington for the following Washingtoniana: portrait of Mary Ball Washington, silver cups, whist counters, Lund Washington account book, account books of George Washington's executors, key to George Washington birthplace, George Washington shoe buckles, brooch, snuff box, cup and saucer, dinner invitation from George Washington to B. West, Augustine Washington's silver shoe buckle (half-brother to George Washington) ...","Invitation addressed to Robert Nuese is seeking funds from Americans to restore Sulgrave Manor. Date on original catalog card appears ca 1920. Includes unused envelope and 1 insert.","Small note with information on the Vaughan Plan. Peter family.","Postcard, Mount Vernon piazza. Bears signature of Mrs. Eleanor S. Washington Howard (b. 1856, child of John Augustine Washington, Jr. and Eleanor Love Selden). She was the last Washington daughter to be born at Mount Vernon. Date on original catalog card appears c. 1931.","Two letters, A.L.S. 1 page. Regarding a reproduction key to the front door of Mount Vernon.","D. 3 pages. Inventory of cattle on each of the Mount Vernon farms, at the Distillery and at the Ferry.","Poem, D. 1 page. \"Versis on Sir Thomas Adams, Baronet Commander of His Majesty's Frigate the Boston, who died at Virginia. By a Young Lady.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. To Arlington. Invites him to supper \"this evening at 8 oclock.\" Autograph letter signed, with envelope, watermark (Patent).","A.L.S. 2 pages. To Eltham. Apologizes for enclosing letter to Major [Geo. A.] Washington--heard he was at Eltham, and desired to reach him--sympathizes with \"distressing accident\" in his family and Mrs. Daingerfield's situation [widowed]--her children are all well--\"Washington [G.W.P. Custis] quite hearty and the prettiest creature in the World ...\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark (crown). Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Custis.\"","A.D.S. 2 pages. An autograph document signed, in the hand of Herbert Washington, promising to pay $60 on April 1, 1824 for the season of Rattler. Witnessed by Robert Earley. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thronton by Saml. Strider. Autograph document signed, fragment, in hand of Herbert Washington, endorsed. On reverse, assigned on April 17, 1825 to Wm. Hickman as agent for Dr. Wm. Thornton by Saml. Strider.","A.D. 1 page. Note, height of mountain peaks in the Himalaya Mountains and others, marked \"For my darling Angela.\" Relative heights of mountains, principally in India, and sources of the Ganges River.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington, D.C. to Alexandria. A.D. 1 page. Heard of her safe arrival at Mrs. Mason's--hopes to see her again--hopes her neuralgia will disappear--will try to make Col. [Bliss] diet more strictly to prevent another attack--news of [Z. Taylor's] family. [B.T. bliss was probably Zachary Taylor's younger daughter, Mary Elizabeth, or Betty]. Autograph letter signed, cover marked \"concerning Bliss and Taylors\", watermark.","D. 1 page. Poem in French, 8 lines with quotation at end from \"Pleasures of Memory.\"","D. 1 page. Cover note, unknown author or recipient. Received enclosed letter some time since and opened it, having heard rumor \"you was gone to ye. other World\"--this probably owing to his retiring from company because of the Eruptions. Document, frag., laminated.","A.L.S. 1 page. In answer to his [G.A.W.'s] letter, he has cash ready for him--no purchaser for G.A.W.-s lots--cash scarce and no one wants to enter into any contract--requests a visit by G.A.W. and Mrs. [Fanny Bassett] Washington. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, part of watermark.","D. 4 pages. Speech, The superiority of free countries over despotisms--necessity of educating people. Document, draft, probably in hand of George A. Washington, with revisions in an unknown hand, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Mount Vernon. Assures G.A.W. of his practicing his resolution to set time aside for meditation and studious reading--hasn't retired before 12 oclock since his return from Mt. Vernon--found father much improved on arrival at Eltham--he has set out for Richmond in answer to a pressing letter of the Speaker's. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, by G.A.W., laminated, watermark.","Bushrod Washington bookplate. Torn, part missing, laminated.Similar to G.W.'s bookplate.","D. 1 page. Note, Weight of tobacco. The gross, tares, and net weight of tobacco grown on several farms. Document, fragment, totaled most likely in G.W.'s hand. Total net - 8772.","D. 1 page. \"Calculation of the work that 4 Ploughs may do in one Year.\" Subtracting 30 days for harvest and avoiding wet times of season. Unidentified hand.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bushfield to Blenheim. Will is despatched with the brandy--keg would hold only 17 gals.--sends endorsed Bills and a letter regarding sale which comes up tomorrow--relates family news to relate to Mrs. Washington--at Mr. Lee's last night for a fish feast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, directed \"By Will,\" laminated, watermark (WH). Name on original manuscript appears as \"John Aug. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Laurel Grove to Blenheim. Misses seeing and hearing from H. Washington, her only sister--she has been a mother and sister to her--hopes to see her at Laurel Grove--she herself cannot leave home until crops are gathered--regards to members of family. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (G. Taylor). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza. Smith.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. His thanks for their electing him as their representative in the last assembly--but must decline reelection--reasons. Autograph letter signed, endorsed \"a letter written by my great grandfather John Parke Custis given me by Cousin Mary Lee,\" laminated, watermark.","Three covers for correspondence. Folded sheet bearing notation \"General Washington's letters.\"","D. 2 pages. In the left column of each page the unknown author records the name of the city, in the middle column the mileage to the next city, and in the far right column a running account of the total mileage covered thus far. The unknown author totals the distance between Philadelphia and Augusta as 717 miles.","Letter cover, addressed to Mrs. Ann Washington, Rippon Lodge. Autograph document, fragment only, laminated.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Lists volumes of G.W.'s private correspondence, surveys, accounts, diaries, etc. and no. of pages in each--also 400 vols. from G.W.'s library, many with complimentary presentation from authors--\"I propose adding to the library his mahogany case of instruments used by him when he was a surveyer and in after life.\"--also to include 10 vols. from library of R.H. Lee, inherited by him[G.C.W.]--\"The private papers of Genl. Washington, although not so numerous as those relating to public affairs for which the government paid $25,000, will be generally esteemed more curious and interesting, as developing more fully his character, through all the stages of his life, and the wonderful regularity and system which governed him under all circumstances.\"--papers on file too numerous to be listed but will accompany papers named in above schedule, with exception of small portion, which are confidential or refer only to family matters--will also include commission of G.W. as Lt. Genl. of Army, signed by John Adams, and his diplomas from universities and freedons of cities--\"I really think that a state which confered so many honors on him as did yours, the best, by following throughout his precepts and principles, is a proper depository for his works.\" Autograph document signed, in hand of G.C.W. and signed by him, docketed by G.C.W.","D. 2 pages. Memorandum, prices of Boston glass. List of prices of glass of varying sizes. Document, in unknown hand, docketed, watermark.","D.S. 1 page. Amount £4.0.4. Document signed, charred fragment only, laminated. Receipted by Joseph Mott.","D. 1 page. Receipt for£8.10.7  \"for [ ] potatoes for the use of the President.\" Document, fragment, laminated, watermark, incomplete (Run).","Letter cover, to Mrs. Anna Washington, Alexandria. 1 document, fragment, laminated.","Letter and letter cover, to Col. John Augustine Washington, Bushfield. Document, fragment of cover, charred by fire, laminated, docket (cannot be deciphered), directed \"favr. Th. [Snow?]\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Bill for early pease, Windsor Beanes, cauliflower, cabbage, lettuce, artichoak, etc. Document signed, fragment, laminated. Receipted by John Le Keux.","London. Bill for 9 1/4 yds. rich hair camlet. Document, partly printed bill, laminated. Receipted by J. Stonehen[ ] for Messrs. Lowth and [ ].","D. 1 page. \"First attempt in poetic way by Eliza McCaw and Ann Washington.\" On reverse of letter cover of a letter from Sarah Craufurd to Ann Washington, dated March 10, laminated, watermark.","D. 1 page. Gives marriage and death dates of George and Ann Fairfax Washington Lee. Also births of their children, dates of christening, their Godparents, etc. Autograph document, laminated, not examined for watermark.","Fragment of vellum with notes. 1 page. \"Tobacco ... by Gen. Washington ........ at Mount Vernon and manufactured by ... to his ... Col. Wm. A. Washington and by him bequeathed to ... son Col. W. Washington in ...\"","Order, David Stewart to Mr. Stark of Hanover. Regarding the estate of John Parke Custis. February order against Starke Oliver 26 attachment for answer 26 - 52 cents. (Signed) William Pollard, cl[er]k.","Requests money to pay for a load of hay. \"I am pennyless indeed.\" Autograph letter initialed, quarter sheet. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Wn.\" Robert Beverly was executor of William A. Washington's estate.","A.D. 2 pages. 10 line poem in praise of G.W., ending \"Washington - The Nation Glories in the name To bear it is the pride of fame.\" Autograph document, fragment, marked in another hand \"by Robert Lewis Fredericksburg, Va.,\" at bottom of paper is scratched out a verse to a sweetheart, laminated.","Schedule of the papers of General Washington in possession of George Corbin Washington.","\"His Britannic Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary.\" Son of Samuel Vaughan.","Survey, Mount Vernon Land. A.D. 2 pages. Plat of 150 acres of land at mouth of Dogue Creek, conveyed by Wm. Spencer to Richard Osborn, later a part of Mount Vernon. Document, possibly docketed in G.W.'s hand \"Old Survey of no use,\" laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Woodlawn. \"Monday night.\" Thanks her for letters and valuable present--Patty [Martha Custis Peter] sent her chocolate, oranges and sage--her illness-hopes to be spared a while longer to her helpless family--must eat only simple food--chocolate for breakfast and whey at night--her garden--hears that Betsy [Eliza Custis Law] looks badly--\"I would not my Child send your letter again to Law for I do not suppose it would have the smallest effect in changing his plans.\"--returns her towels and basket. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, spread eagle watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"E. Stuart.\"","Note, A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, in 3rd person, in hand of G.A.W., fragment, silked. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Geo. A. Washington.\" Incomplete note, requesting \"2 good gridstones\" [grindstones??]. On reverse is account in G.A.W.'s writing dated May 23d, for making clothing.","A.L.S. 1 page. Apoligizes for leaving him last night without shaking his hand or wishing him goodnight--afraid he would take it as intentional--send more of the Shalloon [woolen fabric of twill weave, used chiefly for linings] and some patterns of white satin with prices. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Alexandria. Received letter and key--send any of his shirts or handkerchiefs that are done--extreme heat--intends coming to Alexandria soon. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, watermark.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Visit of Miss Caton to Mt. Vernon--her approaching [marriage] to someone who will make her miserable--has heard of Burd's approaching marriage--General Moreau in Philadelphia--fever raging in Phila. will prevent [Bush. Washington] holding court there until Dec.--fears fever has come to Washington--Uncle [Bushrod Washington] leaves for Trenton and Aunt for \"upper country,\" so will be alone--will try to visit Phila. in Spring. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked \"Alexa. Va., laminated, George Washington's watermark (incomplete). Name on original manuscript appears as \"B. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. La Grange to Woodlawn. \"Our travelers\" have returned in good health--they received handsome presents she sent--hopes to speak to her in person some day. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermarked (Van der Ley), in French.","A.L.S. 1 page. To Georgetown. Has lost his second mother, \"the mother of the angelic companion of my life ...\"--present his excuses to her sister [E.P. Custis Law]. Autograph letter signed, written in French, integral cover, laminated, watermark (dove of peace). Name on original manuscript appears as \"G. W. Lafayette.\"","A.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Eliza P. Custis.\" Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe \"in your care.\" Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends, according to her request, her Museums and the \"Battle of Prague\"--hasn't time to give news of the [Praus ?] but supposes [Christian Blackburn] and Polly have done so--heard news of her at Annapolis [of her expecting a child]--reminds her he is to be one of the God fathers. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Nath. Craufurd.\" Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends preserves and handkerchiefs--will have children innoculated--ask Dr. to send pills for violent oppression in her breast. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Tom, watermark incomplete. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S.C.\"","A.D. 1 page. Autograph document, fragment, laminated, directed by \"favor Mr. Scott\". Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Bowling Green, Tavern. Reached General Spotswoods and found him ill--her own depressed spirits at parting from mother and father and [Polly]--prays for [Polly's] restoration to health--will send barley sugar and try to get some entertaining magazines to send her--will write how she likes her new home--forward her the calico from Alexa. when it arrives--Kitty [Blackburn] sends love. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark (R. Williams). Name on original manuscript appears as \"Ann Washington.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Goes to Greenwood [Md.] for 3 weeks--promises to write often. Autograph letter signed, laminated, incomplete watermark.","A.L.S. 1 page. Will with pleasure come to her--her husband is ill and never received her letters will try to get some books--has send [Richard S. Blackburn's] letters to her. Autograph letter signed, fragment, laminated.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Sally [Craufurd] still pale from ague--Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd still away from home--will get calico for her and send bundle of quilt to Mrs. Lee. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, postmarked \"Dumfries, Sept. 19,\" watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Cautions her not to drink pump water and avoid night air--also cautions [Bushrod Washington] against too much fatigue--asks for some calico which Mr. [Nath.] Craufurd will pick up on next trip. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed \"favor Mrs. Keith,\" watermark incomplete, letter written on cover addressed to Mrs. Craufurd, Greenwood, several messages written on cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"S. Craufurd.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Disappointed [Ann] can't pay the visit she promised--blames [Bushrod Wasington] for her not being able to come--cannot go to B[ush]field because they have no carriage--sorry there wasn't muslin for a christening cap--won't have child christened until [Ann] can stand for her. Autograph letter signed, laminated, postscript on reverse cannot be deciphered, watermark (crown). Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Hopes she hasn't given up intention of going to springs--hopes she'll come soon [to Rippon Lodge]-will wait to go to Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] until she can go with her--ask Mr. [Bushrod] Washington how much money will Kitty [Blackburn] need?--Capt. Campbell expected to die from abcess on lungs. Autograph letter signed, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. \"Friday.\" Got home yesterday and Polly's [Blackburn] fever seems worse--will take her to Dr.'s when she is able to travel--fears cruel ride to Greenwood will be hard to take--write how she likes her housekeeper--Dickey [R.S. Blackburn] very industrious, hopes it will last. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Monday evening.\" Glad to hear she reached Fredericksburg safely--Edmond Lee delivered box of paints and received from her $30 and Jude's [Judith Blackburn] riding coat. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. Disappointed at not hearing from her--[Sarah Craufurd] left yesterday, says she is to accompany [Ann] to Springs in July--will be glad to get her anything she desires--hopes Kitty [Blackburn] does well in her studies--goes to brother's [Richard Scott Blackburn] next week--they [R.S. Blackburn] have lost their son. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Stage, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 2 pages. They have all been sickly--little Tom [Blackburn, Jr.] has flux--sends her some servants--send things for Nell to sew, and will make her do it. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark torn. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sends beer and pickles by Will, also marmalade--sends $3 in part payment for Dickey's [R.S. Blackburn] tea. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated.","A.L.S.  1 page. Got down a little after dark--Polly [Blackburn] tolerable well--Lewis will bring sugar--send patterns of jacket--sent money to pay tradesman, hates to be in their debt--sends cherries and pease--will send lamb when they kill one. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Stranded in Dumfries by her horses running away and servant sent after them--she and Polly [Blackburn] both ill there--sends Brena [servant] for her, who has promised to behave well--gave Brena money for linen to make herself a jacket and petticoat. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as \"C. Blackburn.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. Sorry they were delayed in town by Jack's injury--[Richard S. Blackburn] not home, so can't offer loan of his phaeton. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, directed by Will, watermark.","D. Survey, plot of land in Georgetown. Intersection of Back St. and W-n St. in Thomas Beall of Georgetown second addition to Georgetown ... several lots included in the survey ... Text and diagram.","A.L.S. 1 page. Mrs. Washington thanks Mr. Snow for his present of Oranges. She asks him if he could enquire among the shops for cotton resembling the piece she is sending him and if he is lucky in finding it will he please purchase one yard and a half for her. She does not wish to hurry him in this matter.","Document, 1 page. Some of these papers are in the collection given by Mr. Stewart, see Checklist of the Collection nos. 31, 32.","Autograph note, half page. Mrs. Lee sends a black apron which Mrs. Turberville may return when next at Mt. Pleasant or whenever needed. Autograph note, 3rd person, half-page. Name on original manuscript appears as \"Mrs. G. Lee\". [Writer is Ann Fairfax Washington Lee; recipient could be her sister-in-law, Martha Lee who married Maj. George Tuberville].","Cover or wrapping label. \"For/ Cousin Nelly/ from/ Sade.\"","Genealogy note, \"Washington pedigree.\" General information on English ancestors ... quotes Sparks' Life of Washington and Burke's Commoners of Great Britain. Mr. Grace to Washington.","Slip of paper with note, \"Thomas Beall of Geo and Ann Beall Bills for Taxes Geo. C[orbin] Washington Cheques and Signatures.\"","1 pr. shoes for Negro Ellick, $1.50.","Note with list of letters. \"Autograph letters (being copies or in his hand).\" Included are Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jay, Lafayette, Judge Peters, Bishop White, ...","Mourning poem. A.D. 4 pages. \"A feeble tribute in a Short funeral thought offered to the Memory of the Dear the Illustrous George Washington.\" Autograph letter signed, folio size. Written and signed by Josiah Throop, Johnstown, New York.","A.L.S. 1 page. Invites young Hamiilton to Arlington House after he met him at Mr. Calverts. -- Calls himself and his wife \"plain old-fashioned folk.\" Written to Alexander Hamilton's son.","A.L.S. 3 pages. To Audley. Concerning the imprudent behavior of a relative, Mary. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Congratulations on a fine harvest, and hopes that it will bring a good price. They are expecting 85 cents for theirs. Report on the success of a newly aquired wheat reaper.","A.L.S. 3 pages. Woodlawn to Audley. Report on the farm business. He is sending him \"four yellow horse chesnut trees and two Red.\"","A.L.S. 3 pages. Proposal for a new operation for transporting the wheat crop efficiently and economically. L.L.'s current agent, Davis, has been unsatisfactory in this matter. Integral cover, wax seal.","A.D.S. Bushrod and Corbin Washington as Executors of John Augustine Washington, deceased, bring complaint against Lewis and Noble for non-payment of bond due John Augustine. Document signed, but not by the concerned parties.","\"A Perpetual Almanack.\" Handwritten calendar and rule \"to find the day of the month.\" For years 1830-1850.  Handwriting not identified.","Prayer book, Washington family. Judge Washington, Mount Vernon on one side. Ann Eliza Washington, Mt. Zepher, Virginia on the front cover. Handwritten prayers for morning and evening with some blank pages.","Printed invitation to a birthnight Ball on February 22, to be given at the City Hotel. Includes a list of managers. By Esther Maria Coxe Lewis.","A.L.S. 3 pages. The letter describes the death and funeral of Mr. [Major Richard L] Blackburn and mentions the condition and feeding of certain livestock as well as his plans for milling corn. On portion of cover there appears a list of domestic items and concerns in an unidentified handwriting. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.","D. 4 pages. Extracts from Washington family wills, and legal documents, relating to MV, viz. Augustine W-n's deed conveying Mount Vernon to Lawrence, will of Augustine W-n, Bushrod's interpretations. Name does not appear on original manuscript.","A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning a book, \"Resolutions of '98-'99\", which was mistakenly sent to the Library of Congress.","Group of mss. fragments and newspaper fragments discovered in a rat's nest in the Washington bedchamber in 1905. Includes scraps and fragments of the following: Letter from Bushrod Washington, ca. April 4, 1806 to his wife Ann Blackburn Washington, letter to unknown recipient from \"Mr. Greenwood,\" ca. May 7, 1805, letter from unknown author to  \"Friend [Jeremiah] Sanford\" ca. April 6, 1783, and a letter from J. B. Mickoby to Mrs. [Ann Blackburn] Washington discussing Bushrod Washington's recovery from the grippe. These are not full letters, and are in various states of deterioration.","A.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as \"L. Lewis.\"","Receipt, Sheriff of Fairfax County. For executing a capias on Thomas Kirby Amount: $.63.","Newspaper clipping. Article on Audley. Writer and paper not identified.","A.S.N. 1 page. Invitation to a party.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Describes his travels since leaving her at Elsing Green ... Name on original manuscript appears as \"Robt. Lewis.\"","Cover note. A fragment \"Papers relative to Major George A. Washington.\"","A.L.S. 1 page. \"I am very sorry it is not in my power now to send you the mony if you had aplyed to my son Batt he could a payed you or if you had lett me know sooner could got it for you ...\" Postcript: asks Mackenzie to give her best to Batt if he should see him. Name on original manuscript appear as \"F. Dandridge.\"","A.N.S. 1 page. Charlestown.  \"Please to get me a side[?] of leather, if your town affords it, that is fit to make me some light shoes, as my man Daniel, has nothing, ... I'll also thank you to get me a hammer mould, for my smiths shop.\" Name on original manuscript appears as \"Lawrence A. Washington.\"","A.D.S. 1 page. Petition to the Frederick County Court. Signed by Hannah Washington, Alvin Throckmorton, William A. Booth, [ ] LaRue, Jacob LaRue. They petition the court to \"have the Road Leading from Buck marsh through the Land of Warner Washington Decd--to the Berkley Line; removed--\".","A.L.S. 1 page. Autograph letter signed, seal (red). edges are brown/black from fire.","Partially printed Broadside with A.L.S. written on bottom and verso from D.P. Ridgeway to John Redfield. Advertisement reads \"A small farm for sale! Composed of 50, 100, or 150 acres, as may suit the Purchaser. For the Ready  Money, the subscribers will sell for a low price. The property is located about six miles from Alexandria, Va., nearly adjoining to Mount Vernon. For further information, apply to the subscribers on the premises.\" The letter asks for assistance with the sale of the property.","A.D. One manuscript, 33 pages. Autobiography of Rev. James Craik, grandson of Dr. James Craik.","Diary, Revolutionary War prisoner. 23 pages. 8\" x 5\". Detailed diary written (after the fact) by a New England Patriot who was captured by the British. Describes his repeated attempts to escape. Excellent description of treatment by the British of American soldiers.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"Miss Frances N. Nightingale, who is proprietor of a school for girls at 20 East 92nd St., has a miniature full length of Washington in a brooch studied with pearls given by ...\" Provenance of W270 taken from the curatorial files.","A.L.S. 1 page. \"The brooch of George Washington (miniature by John Trumbull) is the smallest full length in existence ...\" Provenance of W-270 taken from curatorial files.","A.D. 1 page. \"A piece of the Robe in which Genl. Washington was Christened Also a button from one of his coats.\" Autograph document, (one small envelope) laminated. Provenance information for W-469 taken from the Curatorial Files.","A.D. 3 pages. Provenance information taken from the Curatorial files which discusses table settings for the Seures China and other figurines. Gouverneur Morris is mentioned. Note by Harrison Dodge at bottom reads \"(Found on top of Harpsichord after Council 1912. It refers to the [?] now in Mt. Vernon Mansion - HHD)\"","Newspaper advertisement. John Sunnocks, Trunk-maker from London. Provenance information.","A.L.S.  4 pages. Wilmington, April 14. In regards to furnishing the Delaware Room. Discusses lamp and marble stone cover of the original tomb.","Facsimile reproduction image of firedogs (shows length and height). Research for W-7.","D.S. 1 page. Concerning silver gorget from the Siege of Savannah. Provenance for H-475.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Provenance information for the Stuart Washington Endorsement of authentication made by Caroline H. Richardson. Provenance for H-4.","D. 1 page. Provenance information through Mr. George L. Schuyler and Mrs. Isaac Bell for W-7 firedogs. \"I was present during the winter of 1890 when Mr. George L. Schuyler presented this pair of fire dogs to my mother Mrs. Isaac Bell.\"","Newspaper article. 1 page. Newspaper acct. of relic of the Siege of Savannah. Research for H-475, silver gorget.","D. 1 page. Provenance for the piece of Lace ruffle on Washington's Linen, given by Mrs. Washington to Gilbert Stuart, when he was engaged in finishing the General's Portrait, provenance for W-448.","Printed bookplate of Bushrod Washington.","AL.S. 2 pages. \"Dear friend, The books arrived in perfect order. I ought to have acknowledged their safe receipt, but thought they got so near home in getting to the Antislavery office that you would have no anxiety. I am glad they answered your purpose and whenever i can be of any further service to you in that way I will be glad to do so.\"","A.D. 1 page. Muster roll. No location or unit information.","A.D. 4 pages. Genealogy or family tree of Edmund Law Rogers. Not complete.","Printed ticket to an Alexandria Street Lottery, signed by J. Swift, with \"A.M. Bassett\" written on verso. Number 5529.  Lottery for paving streets of Alex. was authorized in Oct. 1790, with J. Swift as one of those appointed to conduct it. \"The possessor hereof shall be entitled to receive the Prize that may be drawn against it's Number.\"","Print calling card for General Lafayette. Note written on reverse by Mr. Dodge reads \"This card was found by Miss Riggs, V.R. D.C. among papers of her family - sent by her to Mt. Vernon, 1921.\"","Printed broadside with 6 verses of a song to celebrate Washington's birthday. Tune, God Bless America.","Manuscript notes with references to George Washington family and descendants. Badly damaged, deteriorated. Several pages.","A.L.S. 2 pages. Concerning Washingtons shaving stand. W-202","News clipping,  Poem about Washington. \"__ on Washington by George W.P. Custis, of Arlington, The Step-grandson of Washington.\" Handwritten note at bottom reads \"1905. Keep this for Edmund.\"","A.L.S. 4 pages. \"My dear cousin, You would very much oblige me and my neighbours here and at the same time be performing an act of great charity, if you would use your interest to prevent the Lock Keeper of Lock 56 on this Canal being turned out of her situation. She is a widow with six children,...\" with envelope.","A. D. 1 page. Account book fragment with entry for Geo. S. Washington to pay for \"cleaning his shoes.\"","Manuscript notes on the provenance of a cross purported to be a piece of George Washington's coffin. According to the manuscript, the cross was taken \"by bribing a negro\" when Washington's body was transfered to the new tomb in 1831.","In undated note, Mrs. Hamilton sends her compliments to Mr. Gale and Seaon, and states that she would like to subscribe to their weekly paper.","Handwritten transcript (author unknown) of a speach to the United States Senate on George Washington's camp chest.","Oath of Allegiance. 3 pages, 6 pages of text.","This document is a cover sheet describing a collection of letters between the Marquis de Lafayette and Eliza Parke Custis Law. It has a typewritten note at the top of the document in French. The description of the leters is written in pencil, by an unknown hand. It also describes the friendship between George Washington, the Lafayette family, and Eliza Parke Custis Law.","Envelope which once contained an undated letter written by Lord Cornwallis, a letter written by the Marquis de Lafayette, facsimile of a letter written by George Washington, and  letters of Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee, and Colonel Nicholas Rogers.","List of family documents referring to Law, Custis, Lawrence A. Washington, Lawrence Lewis, John Law, James Adams, Eliza Law Rogers, Eleanor A. Rogers, Lloyd Rogers, and Thos. [Thomas] Law.","There are two separate pieces of writing within this folder. One is a handwritten excerpt from George Washington Parke Custis's \"Recollections of Washington,\" describing the John Trumbull portrait of George Washington painted in 1790, and the \"first portrait of George Washington\" by Gilbert Stuart. The other is a narrative written by an unknown Custis descendant describing the the John Wollston portrait of Martha Washington, taken prior to her marriage to George Washington.","Note describing a China saucer that was a part of a larger tea set left to George Washington Parke Custis in Martha Washington's will. This set was given to her by a Mr. VanBraam.","Note provides background information on an engraving of a Betty Washington Lewis portrait, originally thought to be Martha Washington. The engraving was done by Cheney and Kellogg.","Note on a fragment of paper, with information on the deaths of George Washington Parke Custis and [James] Sharples.","Four fragments of a handwritten transcription of a letter from Lord Cornwallis to an unknown recipient. The letter is incomplete.","Copy of letter. George Washington writes to Martha regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will.","Two nearly identical provenance statements regarding the 1772 Charles Willson Peale portrait of George Washington. One statement has some grammatical edits and inserts. The statement describes the style and subject of the portrait, the various owners (up to Edmund Law Rogers, the grandson of Eliza Parke Custis Law), and the conservation work done on the portrait. Edmund Law Rogers died in 1896. This document is undated, and unauthored.","Indenture, from November 1576, details a land transaction between Edward Zouche and his wife Elenor and three people from Hemyock, Devon county, England. Names appear to be Nicholas (last name unclear), John Perry(?), and Charles Ford.  On bifold reads \"Hemyock, Zouch to Cha Ford \u0026 Nov. 19.\" Related documentation from auction house indicates the document was signed by Lawrence Washington, the quintuple great-grandfather of George Washington.","The book is inscribed to Louisa C. Washington to Hannah B. Washington.","Name index. pp. 1-107 ledger entries, 108-141 blank, 142-155 missing, 156-176 copies of leases deeds, etc. watermark.","Box also contains loose items that originally went with the ledger including: ","1) 1771 July 31. Letter, Anne Haulworth to \"dear Madam,\" A.N.S. Request for 25 pounds of sugar ... \n2) 1773 August 12. Letter, Jesse Coats to John Augustine Washington. A.N.S. Coats requests Washington to pay Thomas Blane the money Washington owes Coats ...\n3) 1778 September 12. Ledger entry of tobacco sales, Amt. of tobacco and price received ...\n4) 1779 May 22. Receipt, Sum of 30/ for the Virginia \"Gazette\" pd. by Col. Washington for Phillip Smith ...\n5) 1779 October 1. List of tools lent to Jas. Brinnon by John A. Washington.\n6) 1780 November 23. Account, Major Burditt Asheton with John A. Washington. To cash pd. Wm. Pegg.\n7) 1782 June 25. Account, Elizabeth Sehon with Mr. Will Mills. Mills was John A. Washington's overseer ... she desires payment of 2 1/2 barrels of Indian corn which was promised for 5 yds. of cloth for a coat ...\n8) 1783 June 14. Tax receipt for tobacco. Note of payment at Nomini for inspection of tobacco and taxes thereon ...\n9) 1784 April. Account, John Carroll with John A. Washington. Carroll made a trip to Berkeley for JAW ...\n10) 1784 April 15. Receipt, Thomas Kirkpatrick to Jeremiah Sandford. For 10 barrels of flour ... pinned to credit side of Kirkpatrick's account in the Ledger ...\n11) 1787 August 6. Note, Bushrod Washington to unknown recipient. Expresses regret that an account has remained unsettled when the writer thought it had been paid.\n12) undated. Notes gold and paper money on hand.\n13) undated. Account, John Walker with John A. Washington. For weaving cloth for Washington and Mr. Rice ... account of Mr. Will Rice appears on this page ...\n14) undated. Account, Robert Lewis with the Farmer's Hotel Washington City.","The ledger of William Carlin, who was a tailor in Alexandria who made clothes for George Washington and other staff members at Mount Vernon.","Contains decision in friendly suit of Lawrence A. Washington \u0026 others against Bushrod Washington \u0026 Lawrence Lewis, acting executors of General Washington, dated April 15, 1825 and signed by A. Moore, Commissioner and auditor--Order of Court of the District of Columbia, Alexandria County, Lawrence Washington and the other Legatees, etc. against Bushrod Washington, Lawrence Lewis, etc. May 19, 1823 teste Edm. I Lee C.C.--sales of a portion of the estate with names of purchasers, etc. (1802-1805)--Accounts of various legatees in account with estate--accounts of Lawrence Lewis reported to Fairfax Courthouse.","General Business Accounts. Beginning at end of the book are 14 pages devoted to an account with the Schooner William Henry. The entries are in the hand of Robert Beverley, later, the executor of Wm. A. Washington's estate.","Contains Bishop Wilson's Sacra Privata--favorite hymns, prayers,--extracts from Sharps Sermons--12 golden rules and other religious extracts--notes on the education of children.","(London: Printed for J. Harris)","Westervelt's journey was made in 1839, recorded in 1841 and the dedication to Hon. Richard Rover is dated Dec. 18, 1842.\nBount cursory descriptions of the principal cities between N.Y. and Society Hill ... 15 p. description of Mount Vernon, grounds, tomb, Mansion: interior and exterior ... appalled at the ruined condition of the estate.","Manuscript diary of Civil War soldier Private James A. Minish, 105th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. With spiral-bound, typescript transcription of the diary and additional letters, edited and annotated by M. L. Brown. The diary includes descriptions of Minish's visits to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon.","A Reconstruction-era manuscript journal kept by Helen Josephine Dike Stearns, wife of a prominent New York merchant. The journal includes descriptions of a visit to Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon in April 1870.","There are three sets of entries in the ledger.  The first set of entries consists of 36 pages and date to 1739, 1740, 1742, 1744, 1745, 1746, and 1747 and individual lists are accepted and signed by William Fairfax ( 1691 – 1757), who had just built Belvoir.    Several pages are headed \"Gedney Clarke Mercht of Barbados\" who apparently is in charge of shipping items to William Fairfax in Virginia.\nThe second set of entries in the ledger comprises most of the ledger and consists of  52  pages.  It covers the years 1760 to 1772 and  accounts are initialed by \"GWFx,\"  George William Fairfax, son of William Fairfax, who died in 1757. These entries consist of page after page of goods or services purchased largely from London merchants; Cheapside, Fleet Street, and Charring Cross are mentioned.   \nA third section of the ledger consists of six pages in the middle of the book that date from 1760 to 1766.  It is an \"Acct of Sales of Tobacco\" from 1760 to 1766.  The names of the buyers are unknown.","A.D. 46 pages. Autograph document, leatherbound ledger. Account book kept by Fanny Bassett Washington from the death of her husband George Augustine Washington until her marriage to Tobias Lear. Household, financial accounts.","Scrapbook contains prints, original and copies of letters, and financial documents dating from the early 18th to late 19th century.","Commonplace book of Louisa Clemson Brown (later Rogers), a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington. Louisa lived from 1862-1939 in West Virginia.","Commonplace book signed on title page Mary Rogers, believed to be Mary Washington Rogers (later Laidley) of West Virginia, a descendant of George Washington Steptoe, nephew of George Washington.  The scrapbook contains letters and poems regarding God, Autumn, love, religion, friendship, prayer, Mrs. Rogers, and Mary.","Richard Roberts was the son of Richard Roberts (1808-1876). His mother died when he was five years old and the family left New Jersey a few years later. Likely they joined the Quaker community which had established itself in Alexandria in the 1850s, the pacifist Woodlawn Quakers. This group lived near the village of Accotink, a place mentioned several times in Robert's autobiography. According to a history of the Alexandria Quaker Meeting by Martha Claire Catlin, the group befriended and supported the economic independence and land ownership of the free African Americans in the area. The 1870 census shows Richard Robert's family living on real estate valued at $7,250, on a portion of Mount Vernon where they had numerous African American neighbors. Given the descriptions in the text, the Roberts farm may have been part of Washington's \"Muddy Hole\" or \"Dogue Run\" property. Roberts provides descriptions of his life there, the estate, and inhabitants, just after the Civil War.","Charter of Robert Washington of Sulgrave, Co. Northants, and his son and heir Lawrence Washington, being a quit claim whereby they both give up to Roger Littleford of Sulgrave, \"husbandman,\" their right and title in a messuage or tenement in Sulgrave lately in possession of John Mosse of Sulgrave \"laborer\", also their right and title in one quadrant and a \"quarterne\" of a virgate of land in Sulgrave. Signed and sealed by both Robert and Lawrence Washington, signed on verso by four witnesses.","The two signers of this document are direct ancestors of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Robert Washington, 1540-1619, was the eldest son of Lawrence, builder of Sulgrave Manor. The other signer, Robert's eldest son, Lawrence, 1565-1616, was grandfather of Colonel John Washington, who settled in Virginia in 1657 and was himself great-grandfather of the first President.","Journal of weather conditions and events taking place at Mt. Vernon under supervision of Bushrod Washington--[Cannon was evidently an overseer]--acct. of Birthday celebration in Alexandria-- acct. of many persons coming to Mt. Vernon to \"view the situation\"--mentions visiters and family and financial matters--enmity for Dutchman Frobel--hire of a German gardener--Mr. Jackson \"... took his [runaway] Negroe in Philada. but he was taken away from him again by the mob.\" Bound diary, in front is name \"John Brazier Cannon Mount Vernon February 20th 1806\" (There is also a bound typescript in library).Bound Manuscript. 182 pages.","This manuscript is made up of several sections. Approximately the first 100 pages include inventories of the Mount Vernon estate's contents (silver, dishes, beds, linens, and so on). That set of inventories was begun during Bushrod Washington's tenure as owner of Mount Vernon. Much of the text appears to be in his handwriting. The middle 200 pages are made up of the manuscript contain the daily diary of John A. Washington III for the years 1842-1845, while he owned Mount Vernon. The final 50 or so pages contain John A. Washington's record of work done by various individuals on the Mount Vernon property for several months at the end of 1842 to the beginning of 1843; a variety of other miscellaneous records and accounts are included in these final pages, all of which appear \"upside down\" in relation to the inventories and diary because they were written with the blank book flipped over so that the original back cover became the front cover. The inventories include two lists of slaves: one is dated 20 July 1815 (during the Bushrod Washington years); and the other with birthdates to April 1845 (during the John A. Washington III years).","The first page reads \"An account of the proceedings of the Commissioners appointed by the County Court of Fairfax County VA to assess the damages to be paid by the Manassas Gap Railroad to the Landowners through whose lands in Fairfax county the Railroad shall be constructed\". John Augustine Washington was a commissioner along with J.B. Hunter, L.M. Ball, E.G. Ford, and G.M. Millar. This is an account of their surveys including their travels to the various sites.","Ledger, possibly kept by Lawrence Washington, contains notes on books in the Library of Congress and in the Alexandria library.","The journal includes topics of medicinal notes, farrier techniques, recipes, and law.","Journal begins with a \"List of negros\" including name, when born, and how acquired. Journal includes dated daily entries and an alphabetized index at the end. There is also an annotated drawing of the interior arrangement of the New Tomb.","The first entry in the diary is a 3 page \"List of negros\", belonging to John Augustine Washington. The list includes names, birthdates, and sources of acquisition. Other entries in the diary are regarding business, financial matters, and the management of Mount Vernon.","Bound manuscript contains the returns kept for General Poor's Brigade, by Captain Benjamin Walker, at various camps, a few returns left unaccomplished, several general orders and records of courts-martial,and a legal docket ca. 1830. These daily inventories of soldiers and their equipment begin at Valley Forge in January 1778 and run through May 1779.","Anne S. Frobel's father, John Jacob Frobel, was Ann Washington's music teacher, and lived for a short time at Mount Vernon (circa 1804-1806) with Bushrod and Ann Washington. The diary includes reminiscences of her childhood visits to Mount Vernon.Part I of the diary covers the Civil War years, 1861-1865. It constitutes almost 90% of the diary and deals with Anne and her sister Elizabeth's experiences as two female southern sympathizers alone on a farmstead, \"Wilton Hill,\" outside of Alexandria, Va. Frobel describes the occupation of northern Virginia by Union soldiers, as well as their own house and grounds by the Union Army.She reveals both their fears and courage as she describes problems with Union soldier raids, and her attempts to get protection from Union officers. She relates the hazards of travelling to Alexandria, difficulties obtaining passes, and the desertion of slaves to the army. She also relates her own deteriorating relationship with her slaves, and their relationship to the soldiers.Part II of the diary describes a six-year period after the war, 1873-1879, detailing Elizabeth's and her financial hardships and the difficulty of collecting rent from tenants. She also relates their attempts to sell their farm.","Contains copies of letters written in the course of Clement Biddle's business dealings in Philadelphia. Includes copies of letters to George Washington (28 in number), Henry Knox, James Wilkinson, and Timothy Pickering, and others. The Washington letters concern his efforts to procure household goods, furniture, agricultural implements and supplies for the Washington family, providing a record of the development of the Mount Vernon estate in the period between the Revolutionary War and Washington's presidency. The letters also reveal interesting insights into life in Philadelphia during the period of the Constitutional Convention.","Contains accounts for the running of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, its constituent farms and businesses. Entries document expenses for the fisheries, tailor work, voyage of the brig (or brigantine) Farmer to Jamaica in 1774, tools, clothing for slaves, expenses for various craftsmen, food, weaving, tobacco, and much more. Earliest entries are said to be in the hand of John Kirkpatrick, while the last two thirds of the volume are in the hand of Lund Washington. About a half dozen notations in George Washington's hand also appear. Quite a few later manuscript additions appear throughout, giving explanations or 'editorial commentary' on the text. Pages numbered 89-107 were removed prior to the original coming to Mount Vernon.","Also available at Mount Vernon: typed transcription dating perhaps to 1932 (Transctiption 17-A); handwritten \"transcript with index\" by A.L. Reese dating to 1946 (Transcription 18-A); and typed transcription created by Gwendolyn White and Maureen Connors in 2009 (Transcription 45-A).","Blank book, leaves ruled for musical notation. Folio, bound in calf. Inscription on the flyleaf: \"Martha Parke Custis March 1768\" in the hand of George Washington. Contains holograph short musical pieces, some with texts in English, suitable for a beginning student, in two different hands, believed to be those of Martha Parke Custis and her teacher John Stadler.","Bound volume includes various sheet music bound together for use of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Front cover contains the name \"Eleaner P. Custis [sic]\" embossed on leather. Includes \"Trois Sonates a quatre mains pour clavecin ou piano forte,\" among others. Includes handwritten note at the end of the volume.","The bound sheet music was owned by Eleanor Park Custis, approximately 1786-1792.  Includes multiple music publications that are bound together. Music was composed for various instruments such as violin and harpsichord, as well as voice.","The bound manuscript music contains music in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis, with a collection of miscellaneous pieces including the published score of \"Love in a Village: A Comic Opera.\" Signed \"Eleanor Parke Custis, February 25th 1797.\" The front cover contains the the number \"1442\" in the bottom left corner.","Bound volume belonged to Eleanor Parke Custis, whose name is embossed in leather on the cover as \"Eleanor P. Custis.\" Includes multiple musical works bound together.  Works are for instrument and voice, in Italian.  Also contains a souvenir piece of a banner and a handwritten note.","The bound sheet music of twelve progressive lessons for the harpsichord, piano forte or organ, was owned by Eleanor Parke Custis. Also includes handwritten music and notes. The verso of the front cover includes an inscription, \"Frances Parke Lewis 1814.\"","Folio, modern binding of Robert Bremner's 'The Harpsichord or Spinnet Miscellany,' belonging to Martha Parke Custis. Inscription on recto or leaf following title page: \"Martha Parke Custis January the 19 1769\" and \"Marta Parke Custis.\" Pages, full and partial, have been silked.","Bound collection of published chamber works by Pleyel and three sonatas by Kozeluch primarily for piano-forte and harpsichord. Manuscript copy of \"Hope Told a Flattering Tale,\" by Pleyel; \"Here's a health to ane I loe dear,\" music by Kozeluch -poetry by Robert Burns; \"Come live with me, \u0026 be my love,\" composed by Emerick, poetry by Shakespeare; \"The Chieftain,\" words by T. C. [Thomas Campbell]; \"The Hunter's Horn,\" words by Fitzsimons, music by Philips (?); \"Dearest Maid I adore thee,\" words by J. Lee Lewis, composed by W Slape; in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis.  Also includes manuscript copy of \"Hymn of Riego\" in the hand of Eleanor Parke Custis [Lewis] in 1826. A handwritten poem on the final page is inspired by Thomas Moore's \"Come rest in this bosom.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music. Includes a handwritten note on first page, \"This music book was bound by ... Custis...\", and is signed \"Audley.\" The title page reads \"Twelve Pieces for the Harpsichord or piano forte composed by Sig. Sterkel of Vienne.\"","Leather bound volume of sheet music and lyrics. Front conver contains the name \"Eleanor P. Custis\" embossed in red leather. There is a handwritten index in Italian. Also contains an unbound song titled \"Highland Mary.\"","Land grant of Culpeper, proprietor of Northern Neck, of 5000 acres to Col. John Washington and Col. Nicholas Spencer; the original patent for the Mount Vernon lands. Paper seal with coat of arms upper left corner. Docketed by George Washington and others on verso.","A.D.S. 1 page. A grant for 584 acres of land in Stafford, [later Fairfax] County on the north side of Little Hunting Creek, for transporting twelve persons to Va. Document signed, with embossed seal of colony, laminated, oversize document, endorsed in hand of Genl. W-n on back, watermark. This property was acquired by Washington in 1760. Signed by Virginia governor Herb. Jeffreys, Recorded by [Jno. Harrison?].","A.D.S. On verson of W-646 Thomas Culpeper land grant to John Washington and Nicholas Spencer. For 5000 acres of land in Stafford Co. and \"near ye land of Capt. Giles Brent,\" land bounded by the main river [Potomac] and two creeks, Little Hunting and Epsewasson. Document, a transcript in hand of [George Brent ?,] laminated.","A.D.S. 1 page. For consideration of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory \"hath Granted Bargained Sold ... all that certain Parcel or Tract of Land Situate Lying and being in Overwharton Parish in Stafford County and Being by Estematon Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres ... Half of five Thousand Acres formerly laid out for Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" for a term of 1 year. Document signed, endorsed on reverse in unknown hand \"Merandom this Lease was acknowledged by Roger Gregory and Mildred his wif in Aprell Jeneral Court 1726,\" and endorsed by GW, \"Rogr. and Mildred Gregory Lease to Aug. Washington 16th May 1726,\" oversize document, 2 red seals, laminated, watermark, endorsed by G.W. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory, and witnessed by Wm. Aylett Jr., John Washington and Lawr. Butler.","A.D.S. \" ... in Consideration of the Sum of One Hundred and Eighty pounds Stirling Money of Great Britain ... All that certain Tract or Parcel of Land Situate Lying and Being in the Parish of Overwharton [Stafford] [now Fairfax] County ... Being by Estimation Two Thousand and Five hundred Acres a Moiettie or half of Five Hundred Acres formerly Lay'd out for Collo. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\"Signed by Mildred and Roger Gregory and witnessed by William Aylett Jr., John Washington, and Lawrence Butler. Endorsed on reverse by George Washington. Below the indenture in another hand is a memorandum of \"The Corse of Spencer Land and Mine ...\" with boundaries given. Laminated, two red seals, watermark.","A.D.S. 1 page. In consideration of sum of 5 shillings, Roger and Mildred Gregory have \"Bargained and Sold ... unto Augustine Washington all that ... Tract ... Lying ... in the Parish of Overwharton and county of Stafford, Containing by Estimation two Thousand five Hundred Acres being a moity or half of five Thousand Acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ... \". Document signed, endorsed by G.W. \"Roger and Mildd. Gregory Lease to Auge. Washington 18th Oct. 1726,\" oversize document, laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks; also endorsed by G.W.Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court Oct. 20 1726 by R. Hickman Clerk of General Court.","A.D.S. 1 page. Roger and Mildred Gregory, \"... for and in Consideration of the Summ of one hundred and Eighty pounds Sterling ... Do Give Grant ... unto the said Augustine Washington ... in he the said Augustine Washington's actuall possession Now being by vertue of a Bargan and Sale to him there of made by Indenture ... All that ... Tract ... of Land ... Lying ... in the parish of Overwharton and County of Stafford containing by Estimation two thousand five hundred acres being a moiety or half of five thousand acres of Land formerly laid out for Coll. Nicholas Spencer and Capt. Lawrence Washington ...\" Document signed, oversize document, endorsed \"Roger Gregory and Mildred Gregory Augt. Washington,\" [this is possibly in Augustine Washington's hand], dated in George Washington's hand \"19th of Oct. 1726,\" laminated, 2 red seals, watermarks. Signed by Rog. and Mildred Gregory. Witnessed by Robt. Lawton and Isaac Parkinson. Proved at General Court on Oct. 20, 1726 by R. Hickman, Clerk of General Court.","Deed of lease for 2 parcels of Mount Vernon land from William Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","Deed of release of Mount Vernon lands, William and Elizabeth Spencer to Lawrence Washington.","A.D.S. 1 page. For five shillings, leases land for one year in Prince William Cty. [Fairfax] on Dogue Creek \"being part of a Tract formerly granted to Collo. William Travers ...\" containing 545 1/2 acres. Autograph document signed, oversize document, laminated, docketed. Signed by Zepha. Wade and witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anna A. Hampton, John Hart, and [Jn.] Thurman. Receipted on reverse for 5 shillings by Z. Wade same witnesses. Acknowledged in Court July 29, 1740 by Catesby Cocke, Clerk.","A.D.S. 1 page. For sum of one hundred pounds sterling the Wades deed to John Brown \"all that tract or Parcell of Land ... sicuate lying and being in the County of Prince William [Fairfax] at the head of Doeg Creek and being part of a tract formerly granted to Colo. Wm. Travers\" (March 22, 1677)--later purchased by Wade of Thomas Brooke and Sarah his wife-- 545 1/2 acres. Document signed, docketed, oversize document, laminated, watermark. Signed by Violinder and Zeph. Wade, witnessed by Richard Osborn, Anne Hampton, John [Hart?] and Jno Thurman. Receipt for £100 on reverse, signed by Wade, with same witnesses. Recorded July 29, 1740; also a commission to examine Violinder Wade about her consent to relinquishing her dower rights in the land--signed by Catesby Cocke, clerk. [See under 1805, April 29, Defense of title to Woodlawm, by Lawrence Lewis].","A.D.S. on vellum. 1 page. Army Commission of Lawrence Washington as captain in provincial forces serving under Admiral Vernon in the Cartagena campaign. Signed by Hollis Newcastle [Duke of Newcastle], entered with Secretary at war by Thomas Sherwin. Entered with Commissioner of Musters by [Jas. Pitchart?]. Embossed seal, and seal of George II, Docketed and marked \"This commission was delivered the tenth day of July 1740 to the within named Lawrence Washington Esqr. [signed] Will Gooch.\"","Survey plat map of land contained between Dogue Run and Little Hunting Creek, shows the original grant of land between the Spencer family and the Washington family originally granted by Thomas Lord Culpeper in 1674 to Col. John Washington, who arrived in Virginia in 1657 and to Col. Nathaniel Spencer for a grant of 5,000 acres. This land is the future site of Mount Vernon. Survey made for plaintiff Sampson Darrell against defendant Zephaniah Wade. Autograph document signed, 1 page.","A.D.S. 9 pages. Deposition in the suit of Thomas Marshall against Samson Darrell. Depositions of William Godfrey, Robert Step[h]ens, Edward Violet, Penelope Osborne, Ann Drakeford, Daniel Ansdale, Thomas, Odford, John Gist, William Brummett, Elias Guess, Thomas Lewis, Bryant Allison, John Sno[w]den, James Halley, Sarah Lewis, John Simpson, and Jeremiah Sparks, in a boundary dispute between Thomas Marshall and Samson [or Sampson?] Darrell involving the line of the original grant to Nichol Spencer and Washington--includes reference to Wm. Sparks, tennant to Augustine W-n, living on Little Hunting Creek--includes plat of surveys and marks on disputed land. Summary Depositions sworn before George Mason and Daniel Jenings. Document, copy teste by L. Tazewell and Ben. Waller endorsed \"Marshall v. Darrell, Copy Depost.,\" laminated, oversize document, watermark. See also under 1748, Map of Spencer-Washington tract.","Deed of Lease of Mount Vernon land, Henry Frenn to Lawrence Washington","Account, settlement of the estate of Lawrence Washington, and estate documents","Document signed \"Fairfax\" on parchment. Grants 425 acres of land in Augusta County to Jacob Christman. As the document notes, this land along the Lost River of Cacapon was surveyed by George Washington.","Indenture, deed of release from Ignatius Digges, William Digges, and John Addison to Thomas Colvill. \"... all that [ ] Tenement parcel or Tract of Land [ ] and known by the name of William Cliftons Dwelling Plantation Situate Lying [and being in the County of Fairfax] ... containing four Hundred Acres ...\" Laminated, oversize document, 3 red seals (blurred) watermarks. This land is believed to have been occupied by George Augustine Washington at a later date. Signed by Ignt. Digges, W. Digges and Jn. Addison. No witnesses. On reverse, a receipt for money, signed by Wm. and Ignt. Digges and Jn. Addison. Attested by [G. Wagoner ?], Court clerk, date obscured.","Documents detail trial charges of Joseph Stevens. Signed by Zachary Lewis A court document giving outcome of the trial is also included, Feb. 1758. Trial held in Caroline County, Virginia.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Indenture, Deed of Release for Fairfax County land from Charles Washington and his wife Mildred to John Posey, \"... two certain Tracts of Land, One in the Tenure and occupation of Sarah Lewis widow containing two hundred acres more or less the Other situate on the branches of muddyhole containing one hundred and forty five acres more or less ...\" Document, docketed, watermarks. Signed by Charles and Mildred Washington; witnessed by Saml. Washington, Wm. Triplett, John Alexander and John Alexander Jr. Receipt for £517 by Charles Washington; Attested by [G. Wagoner,?] clerk of court, Jan. 19 1760. Endorsed by Charles Washington.","Broadside. Printed document in French and English. \"By His Excellency George Washington, Esquire, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies of North America.\" Gives reasons and accounts of his armies presence in Canada under command of General Schuyler, \"not to plunder, but to protect you; to animate, and bring forth into Action those Sentiments of Freedom you have disclosed...\"","Copy of the two known surviving recieved letters from George Washington to Martha Washington. The letter dated 1775 June 18, George Washington writes to Martha Washington regarding the \"American cause\" and his need to go \"to Boston to take upon [him] the command\". He mentions his possible death and will. The letter dated 1775 June 23, the original of which is located within the George Washington Presidential Library's collections, George Washington writes to Martha Washington as he departs Philadelphia for Boston and he does not know when he will be able to write again. He hopes to have a \"happy meeting with you [Martha] sometime in the fall\".","Map, \"Plan of the Operations of General Washington against The Kings Troops in New Jersey, from the 26th of December 1776 to the 3rd January 1777 by William Faden.\" London, Published according to Act of Parliament 15th April 1777 by Wm Faden, Corner of St Martins Lane, Charing Cross.","A.D.S. 1 page. Document signed, laminated, docketed \"Isaac Sotherland's Deed for 215 Acres in Frederick County Entd. and Exd.\" Deed for 215 acres of waste and ungranted lands in the Drains of Babb Creek in Frederick County--to pay annual quit rent of 1/ for every 50 A. Signed by Fairfax.","A.D. 6 pages. Account, purchases of clothing, blankets. Jabez Clark company. Docketed \"Comy Jabez Clark, rect. To Comy Hubbard for Cloathing and Blankets.\"","Broadside. Woodcut Royal Arms of Great Britain-Calls for the British American Colonies to be freed from the \"tyranny\" of the Patriots. These \"Associated Loyalists\" were formed when the British occupied Rhode Island. Watermarked sheet of laid paper.","A.D. 1 page. Clothing allotments and cost, Connecticut Regiment of Col. Seth Warner. \"Colo. Seth Warners Regiment for Officers Cloathing.\"","A.D. 1 page. Inspection return. Troop inspection chart.This document was signed just 4 days after the execution of British spy John Andre. It is a table detailing 265 \"rank and file\"; 16 officers, 22 sergeants, 13 drum and fifers; lists the units' arms and ammo. The document shows the troop and arms strength during the American Revolution.  Autograph document signed; signed by Col. Ebenezer Sprout, Inspecting officer of the 12th Massachusetts and Capt. Silas Burbank, temporary commander.","A.D. 1 page. Return, supplies for Yorktown. \"A return of goods purchased for the Navy of France,\" and shipped to Newport.","A.D. 1 page. Return, clothing received from the regimental clothier for the use of Jackson's company.","A.D. 6 pages. Muster roll, New Windsor-Newburgh encampment. Autograph document in an unknown hand, listing 183 officers, surgeons, chaplains, waggon masters, aides-de-camp, paymasters, and others, beginning with \"His Excellency General Washington.\"","Roll and muster. A.D.S. 1 page. \"Roll and Muster of the Fourth Company Seventh Massachusetts Regiment taken for the month of March 1783.\" Document signed, (oversize), partially printed.","A.D.S. 4 pages. Including codicil, Nov. 19, 1785. Will of John Augustine Washington of Bushfield, younger brother of George Washington.","A list of Masters and Indentured Servants [Fairfax County, Virginia] with their trades and terms of service. Includes George Washington, Lund Washington, and George Mason. Autograph document, laminated, 1 page.","D.S. 8 pages. A listing of the furniture and division into 3 parts--half to go to Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, and 1/4 each to Corbin and Bushrod Washington--Value placed on each piece--total amt. of £385.9.0. This division agreed to and signed by Hannah [Bushrod] Washington, Corbin Washington, and Bushrod Washington. Document signed, oversize document, charred and torn, but laminated, watermarks. Date on original catalog card appears [1787 ?]. Probably done shortly after J.A. Washington's death in early Jan. 1787.","A.D. 4 pages. Docketed by Hustler. Thomas Paine wrote to John Hustler on issues of a new constitution in France and directly transcribes Washington's address to the Society of Quakers.","A folio-sized penmanship book dating from 1795, written by Joseph Swan of Medford School, likely in Massachusetts. The first page of the book extols the virtues and influence of President George Washington.","Printed form with manuscript additions. A receipt for twelve dollars of taxes paid by William Augustine Washington for his four wheel carriage, called a post chaise, which is drawn by four horses for the conveyance of more than one person. The receipt is mounted on paper with an engraving of William Augustine.","A British eulogy that features a boulder labeled \"Washington,\" steadfast amidst a raging sea. By W.P. Blake, London.","Sketch, Proposed monument to George Washington by William Smith. Autograph document, drawn by Smith. In oversize folder, in color, watermark (fleur de lis over barred shield). Date on original catalog card appears [1800] [Jan. 1].","Broadside, by his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, esquire, governor, and commander in chief over the state of Connecticut. A Proclamation. \"To call the attention of the People of the State to a serious consideration and review of their moral and religious conduct - to solemn reflections on the errors of their ways - \" etc.  1800","Account, Estate of Genl. George Washington deceased in account with Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis acting executors","Account, Col. William A. Washington with Joshua Riddle. D. 8 pages. Document, folio size. Contains ordinary accounts of miscellaneous goods.","Document signed, partly printed, docketed \"Policy of Assurance for The Honbl. Bushrod Washington.\" Signed by James Rawlings.[See also under 1815, Aug. 23, Insurance Evaluation on Mt. Vernon]. Policy for a barn at Mount Vernon.","A.D.S. 2 pages. Inventory, Estate of Dr. Greenwood. Dr. Greenwood was one of George Washington's dentists. He practiced in New York City. There are no dental instruments on this inventory. Document signed, (partly printed).","D.S. 2 pages. Deed of 512 acres in 4 tracts in Frederick County to Wm. Stephenson, trustee; if Geo. F. Washington does not pay $10,000 owed Taliaferro Stribling as executor of Francis Stribling Senr., land to be advertised for sale by Stephenson, and then Stribling is to be paid from the proceeds of sales. If money is paid, Stephenson to reconvey the land to Geo. F. Washington. Signed by Geo. F. Washington, Maria Washington, Talifaferro Stribling, Wm. Stephenson. Aug 7, 1826 certification of Maria Washington's acknowledgement of the indenture witnessed by Francis Stribling and William Lynn. Aug 23, 1826 - recorded by Thomas Allen Tidball, clerk of Frederick County Court. Document signed, docketed \"Washington [wife] to Stephenson Deed of Trust use of F. Striblings Exec. 1826 August 23rd Ack by Washington [ ], recorded 523d page and examined,\" oversize document, laminated, watermark.","D. 2 pages. Labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon,\"--gives boundary lines of J.A.W.'s part of estate--also shows parts held by Bush. C. Washington and heirs of Bushrod Jr.-- Survey made by James M. Brown, Deputy Sur. of Jefferson Cty., May 10th 1831. Silked. Some corrections made in 1845. A map and survey labeled \"A Map of Mount Vernon\" and docketed \"Platt +c. of Mr. John A. Washington's part of Mount Vernon, 1225 acres.\"","Leaves gathered at MV and Niagara Falls, pressed onto page with descriptions \"Washington's Tomb Mt. Vernon gathered by A.J. Lawrence May 1842\" and \"Niagara Falls June 1842, gathered by A.J. Lawrence.\"","Manuscript map in ink and watercolor, signed \"Copied by J. Hammond Coulter. Minersville.\" The map shows the boundaries of George Washington's farms along the Potomac River.","Manuscript plan of Mount Vernon titled \"Old apple orchard planted in 1871 - with pears, peaches +c.\" Includes a key, labeling the Mount Vernon mansion and all its outbuildings as they appeared in the late 1800s.","\"Mount Vernon home and tomb of Washington. Grounds opened at 11 o'clock A.M. Closed and cleared promptly at 4 o'clock P.M. Entrance fee, 25 cents. Positively no admittance on Sunday. Picnics not allowed on Mt. Vernon grounds. Special arrangement for June, July, Aug., Sept., '93: To accommodate Columbian Excursionists, the open hours will be extended to 6 o'clock P.M., on Wednesdays only. Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association\"","Washington's watermarked paper. 1 Sheet (15\" x 17 1/2\") ; 1 Sheet (15 1/4\" x 18 1/2\") ; 3 Sheets (15\" x 18 1/4\") A corner of sheet \"c\" is torn off ; 1 Sheet (14 1/2\" x 18\") Folio: ruled for ledger use. ; 1 sheet tissue (18-1/2 x 15).","Manuscript copy of Washington's 1783 address in Annapolis to resign his commission as Commander in Chief. Noted at bottom \"Presented to the Mt. Vernon Mansion by George Bristow. 1 Chas. St. Balt.\""],"names_ssim":["Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon","Hall \u0026 Sellers (Philadelphia)","United States. Continental Congress","Potomac Company","Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union","La Fayette Family","Custis Family","Fairfax family","Washington, Lawrence, 1565-1616","Washington, John, -1677","Spencer, Nicholas, 1633-1677","Brent, George","Byrd, William, 1674-1744","Parke, Daniel, 1664 or 1665-1710","Custis, John, 1678-1749","Custis, Daniel Parke, 1711-1757","Fairfax, Catherine Culpeper, Baroness, -1719","Darrell, Sampson, -1777","Washington, Augustine, approximately 1694-1743","Fairfax, William, 1691?-1757","Lee, Henry, 1691-1747","Berry, Joseph","Vernon, Edward, 1684-1757","Washington, Lawrence, 1718-1752","Washington, Augustine, 1718?-1762","Braddock, Edward, 1695?-1755","Washington, Martha, 1731-1802","Fairfax, George William, 1724-1787","Washington, Mary Ball, 1708-1789","Washington, John Augustine, 1736-1787","Rutherford, Thomas Abdy, 1755-1798","Washington, George, 1732-1799","Bassett, Burwell, -1793","Carlyle, John, 1720-1780","Lewis, Fielding, 1725-1781 or 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1743-1830","Lear, Frances \"Fanny\" Bassett Washington, 1767-1796","Washington, George Augustine, approximately 1759-1793","French, Penelope Manley, approximately 1739-","Lewis, John, 1747-1825","Schuyler, Philip John, 1733-1804","Whiting, Matthew, 1730-1810","Ball, Burgess, 1749-1800","Lee, Richard Henry, 1794-1865","Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790","Houdon, Jean-Antoine, 1741-1828","Bassett, Burwell, 1764-1841","Washington, Corbin, 1764-1799","Washington, Hannah Fairfax, 1742-1804","Biddle, Clement, 1740-1814","Tilghman, Tench, 1744-1786","Lear, Tobias, 1762-1816","Washington, Julia Ann Blackburn, 1768-1829","Craufurd, Sarah Blackburn, 1772-1862","Ford, West, approximately 1784-1863","Washington, Bushrod, 1785-1830","Custis, George Washington Parke, 1781-1857","Powel, Samuel, 1738-1793","Lee, William, approximately 1752-","Lewis, Robert, 1769-1829","Marshall, John, 1755-1835","Craik, James, 1730-1814","Leggett, Aaron, 1792-1860","White, Alexander, 1738-1804","Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826","Pickering, Timothy, 1745-1829","Knox, Henry, 1750-1806","Peter, Martha Parke Custis, 1777-1854","Washington, William, 1752-1810","Knox, Lucy Flucker, 1760-1824","Whitting, Anthony, -1793","Blackburn, Christian Scott, 1745-1815","Fraunces, Samuel, approximately 1722-1795","Dandridge, Bartholomew, approximately 1774-1802","Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829","Scott, Gustavus, 1753-1800","Butler, James (Overseer)","Sinclair, John, Sir, 1754-1835","Washington, Anna Maria Thomasina Blackburn, 1790-1833","Monroe, James, 1758-1831","Lewis, Lawrence, 1767-1839","Pearce, William (Farm manager)","Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852","Armstrong, John, 1758-1843","Gates, Horatio, 1728-1806","McHenry, James, 1753-1816","Cornwallis, Charles Cornwallis, Marquis, 1738-1805","Law, Thomas, 1756-1834","Lee, Henry, 1756-1818","Latrobe, Benjamin Henry, 1764-1820","Anderson, James, 1745-1807","Washington, Lawrence Augustine, 1774-1824","Cabot, George, 1752-1823","Hamilton, 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Dayton, Va.: Ruebush-Elkins Company, 1912.","John Edwin Roller (1844-1918), born near Mt. Crawford, was a prominent lawyer, lecturer, and antiquarian in the Shenandoah Valley. He served in the Confederate Army, and in 1872 became major-general of the 3rd Division of the Virginia Militia. A graduate of Virginia Military Institute and University of Virginia Law School, Roller was the first non-Pennsylvanian president of the Pennsylvania German Society (1909-1910). Roller also served four sessions in the Virginia State Senate and was the first president of the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Historical Society. He pursued interests in local and religious history, ammassing a considerable collection of books and papers. Most of these items were dispersed, however, during the course of the twentieth century. ","The donor, Margaret Grattan Weaver (1905-2001), was a member of two of the most distinguished families in Rockingham County, the Rollers and the Grattans. She was known throughout the Shenandoah Valley for her involvement in civic, historic, and religious organizations including the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Harrisonburg-Rockingham Historical Society, and the Margaret Grattan Weaver Foundation, which she founded in 1997. The foundation supports and promotes preservation and appreciation of the history and religious heritage of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County. She was also dedicated to writing poetry and essays on suffering and death, some of which are included in this collection.","The Civil War era signatures were removed from their backing, deacidified, remounted with wheat paste on acid-free backing, and encapsulated in March 1993. In order to streamline the process of applying collection numbers, Special Collections staff completed a large-scale renumbering campaign in the spring of 2017.  This collection was previously cataloged as SC 2030.","John E. Roller Papers, MS 0171, Virginia Military Institute Archives, Lexington, Virginia.","Papers of John Edwin Roller, 1813-1916, Mss 9478, Special Collections Department, University of Virginia Library, Charlottesville, Va.","The Margaret Grattan Weaver Collection, 1707-1992, consists of one box and one oversize folder of materials pertaining to Weaver and her ancestors, specifically John E. Roller, Weaver's grandfather, as well as biographical and genealogical information of county residents and historic locations and Civil War Documents with notable signatures. The collections is arranged in three series:  John E. Roller Papers, Biographical/Genealogical Information, and Civil War Documents.","Series 1: John E. Roller Papers, 1779-1910, consists of five folders of documents including letters, historical notes, writings, and speeches.  A folder of Roller's addresses containes lecture material on Jefferson Davis, Huguenots, the Reformed Church, and the Civil War.  Also included in this series are bonds for collection of taxes, road petitions and certifications, deeds, and an indictment for permitting an insane slave to go at large.","Series 2: Biographical/Genealogical Information, 1877-1992, contains various writings by Margaret Grattan Weaver, John E. Roller biographical information including invitations and his obituary, and miscellaneous Grattan family documents. A copy of the registration forms for the Thomas Harrison House to be put on the National Register of Historic Places is also included. John E. Roller bought the house in 1879 and Weaver was part owner of the property from 1951-1963 along with her two brothers. Alsoincludes a 1753 land patent and facsimile to Gabriel Jones, the first appointed lawyer for Augusta and Rockingham Counties, signed by Lieutenant Governor of Virginia Robert Dinwiddie for 644 acres on \"the north side of Shannando\" in Augusta County (now Rockingham County near Port Republic), indentures, and two unidentified photographs of female academy classes.","Series 3: Civil War Documents, 1857-1894, is comprised of letters, receipts for supplies, a monthly summary of funds, and personal notes concerning arms, transportation, and personnel. Twenty-nine pamphlets are included pertaining to the Battle of New Market, Southern \u0026 Confederate States almanacs, and addresses by General Jubal Early and Charles C. Jones, Jr.  Pieces from the USS Merrimack and USS Cumberland and a letter from Mrs. Mary Anna Jackson, wife of Thomas \"Stonewall\" Jackson are also present. A sheet of clipped signatures includes Robert E. Lee, Judah P. 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(George Earle)","Roosevelt, Theodore","Lee, Robert E. (Robert Edward), 1807-1870","Delaney, Theodore C., Jr., Dr.","Chavis, John","Chittum, Fanny Turner, 1809-1894","Claytor, Alexander B. , 1910-1995","Cline, Patsy","Cocke, Lucian Howard","Cooke, John Esten","Crenshaw, Marjorie Buford, 1912-1994","Crittenden, John J. (John Jordan), 1787-1863","Custis, Daniel Parke","Custis, John Parke","Dale, Rebecca","Daniels, Jonathan M., 1939-1965","Davidson, Charles A. (Charles Andrew)","Davis, Adelaide Sutro Weinberg","Davis, James Paxton, Jr.","Delaney, Theodore C., Jr., Dr.","Denny, George Hutcheson","Dickinson, Sally Bruce","Diehl, George West","Dodson, Ryland","Drake, George Francis","Driver, Robert J.","Du Pont, Jessie Ball, 1884-1970","Durkin, Kelsey Helen, 1992 - 2013","Edmondson, James K., Colonel","Ellis, Powhatan","Erwin, Benjamin, 1755-1822","Evans, Lettie Pate Whitehead","Ewell, Benjamin Stoddert","Fallon, Gary Robert","Farrar, James DuBois","Feddeman, Frederick Augustus","Fishwick, Marshall William","Fithian, Philip","Fletcher, Forest","Fletcher, John","Fletcher, Laura Mason","Ford, Joseph Henry, Jr.","Gaines, Edwin Metcalf, Dr.","Gaines, Francis Pendleton","Garber, Sandy","Garland, Landon C.","Garrett, William Allan","Gatewood, James","Gibbs, James Edward Allen, 1829 - 1902","Gorman, Michael K.","Graham, Samuel Mercer","Greenberg, Mel","Greenwood, John","Groot, Robert Douglas","Hahn, Hilary","Hall, Carolyn","Hall, Randolph","Hamer, Edward B., Jr. (Edward Buck)","Harris, Joyce","Harwood, Doug","Heale, Daniel P. ","Davis, Jefferson, 1808-1889","Higgins, Patty","Hite, Malinda","Hobson, John Peyton","Lee, Robert E. (Robert Edward), 1807-1870","Holland, J. Gill","Hotinger, Harvey Lewis","Hotinger, Myrtle","Howe, James Lewis, Jr.","Howerton, James Robert","Howerton, Mary N.","Huber, Helmot","Hudson, Frederick","Hull, Margaret Jones","Roosevelt, Eleanor","Hutcherson, James Morrison","Ipsen, Ernest","Jackson, Thomas Jonathan (Stonewall)","Jackson, Thomas Jonathan (Stonewall)","Jackson, Thomas Jonathan (Stonewall)","Moor, George","Jefferson, Thomas","Jenks, James Alley","Johnson, Porter","Johnson, W.T. , Rev.","Johnston, William Preston","Jones, John","Jordan, Harry","Jordan, John","Joynes, Edward S.","Ju, I-Hsiung","Junkin, George, 1798 - 1868","Junkin, William F. ","Kahle, Matthew","Kamen, Stan","Kateley, Jack","Kempton, Melvin","Watts, Laura","Styles, Spottswood","King, Martin Luther, Jr.","Kozak, Samuel Joseph","Labro, Philippe","Lacy, Beverly Tucker","Lafferty, John J.","Latane, William","Latture, Rupert Nelson","Lauck, Charles Harold","Lauck, Charley","Peniston, Robert C.","Lee, Annie Carter","Lee, Elijah","Lee, George Bolling","Iversen, Eve","Watts, Jeri Hanel","McCabe, W. Gordon","Lee, George Washington Custis","Lee, Henderson, Rev.","Lee, Henrietta E. ","Lee, Henrietta E. ","Lee, Mary Randolph Custis, 1807-1883","Lee, Mildred Childe, 1846-1905","Brown, Campbell (George Campbell Brown), 1840 - 1893","Gaines, Francis Pendleton","Scott, George C., 1927-1999","Chester, Samuel H.","Elrod, John W.","McCrummen, Norman H. , III","Lee, Agnes","Lee, Robert E. (Robert Edward), 1807-1870","Jackson, Thomas Jonathan (Stonewall)","White, James J. (James Jones)","Peniston, Robert C.","Lee, Robert E., III, Colonel (Robert Edward), 1869-1922","Lee, Robert E., Jr., 1843-1914","Lee, Robert E., V, 1963-","Lee, Mary Custis","Lee, Annie Carter","Lee, Agnes","Lee, Mildred Childe, 1846-1905","Leech, Holly","Letcher, John S. (John Seymour)","Lewis, Charles C. ","Lewis, James \"Jim\", -1875","Lewis, Sydney","Link, O. Winston (Ogle Winston)","Litzenburg, Thomas V., Jr.","Logan, John Lee, 1848-1890","Lokale, Michael","Lord, Norman Franklin","Lurate, Bob","Lyle, John Blair","MacCorkle, Daniel S. , 1905-","MacDonald, Ronald Herbert","Magruder, George W. ","Manning, Dennis G.","Mann, Larry","Mann, Sally","Matney, Angela Renee","Mattingly, Earl Stansbury","Maury, Matthew Fontaine","McAleer, James","McCaig, Donald","McClintock, J. William, 1931-1994","McCluer, Parry","McClung, Hunter, Dr.","McCormick, Cyrus Hall, 1809-1884","McCown, Albert T.","Lockett, Ward","McCown, Josephine Hotinger","McCown, James L. ","McCormick, Robert, 1780-1846","McCown, John","McCown, John Graham, 1918-1994","Marshall, Richard","McCown, Josephine Hotinger","McCown, Charles A.","McCown, Alertie","McCown Boyts, Helen Siberia, 1908-1989","McCown, William Burnette, 1912-1982","McCown, Albert Orr","McCown, Albert T.","McCown, Josephine Hotinger","Mccown, Ruby Showalter","Showalter, W.L. ","Showalter, Nannie","McCown, Margaret Virginia","Showalter, Howard","Silas, William","Charles, H. Bernard","McCown, Samuel Thompson","McCown, Ida Shelton","McCown, Mary Shelton","Mccown, Jennifer","McCown, Charles A.","McCown, Alertie","McCown, Samuel Thompson","McCown, William Burnette, 1912-1982","McCown, Ida Shelton","McCown, Albert Orr","McCown Boyts, Helen Siberia, 1908-1989","Mccown, Ruby Showalter","McCoy, John W.","McCrory, Julia A. ","McCrory, Elizabeth","McCrory, Samuel H. ","McCrum, Blanche Prichard","McCutchan, Frank, Rev.","McDaniel, John M., III (John Milton)","McDowell, David Henry","McDowell, Ephriam, 1672-1775","McDowell, Samuel, 1735-1817","McDowell, John, 1706-1742","McFarland, Francis W., Reverend","McKee, William","McKee, John","McLaughlin, William","McLeod, Josephine","Menkemeller , Charles Allison","Miles, A. Stevens, Jr","Miley, Herbert","Miley, Michael, 1841-1918","Miller, James T. , 1856-1927","Miller, James F. ","Miller, Levi","Miller, Louis Franklin","Miriello, Frank A.","Mollenhoff, Clark Raymond","Moore, David E. ","Moore, Edward A. ","Moore, James","Moore, John Lyle","Moore, John Preston","Moore, Thomas Harold","Morrison, James, 1726-1804","Morrison, Robert Hall","Morrison, William McCutchan, Reverend","Mudd, Roger ","Murray, Albert","Murray, Charles Fletcher","Neel, Cyrus F.","Nelson, Robert William","Newton, Hope Hull","Northen, Mary Moody","Nuckols, Richard Henry","Nunnley, Lenora","Osteen, John","Owen, Robert Latham","Padgett, Frank, ?-1854","Parker, Severn Eyre","Patterson, Brown Craig","Glanville, Jim","Mays, Ryan","Beverley, William","Patton, James","Paxton, Elizabeth Alexander","Paxton, Thomas, 1722-1788","Peabody, George, 1795-1869","Pence, Gilbert Eugene","Peniston, Robert C.","Perry, Marvin Banks, Jr.","Person, Junius Randolph","Pleasants, Alfred W. ","Pleasants, Jackie","Powell, Ottie Cline","Preston, John Thomas Lewis","Pusey, William W., III (William Webb)","Quinn, Robert R. ","Ravenhorst, Albertina","Rayder, Sam","Read, John","Rhinesmith, W. Donald","Rice, W. Thomas","Riegel, O. W. (Oscar Wetherhold)","Ritz, Wilfred Julius","Robbins, Tom","Robertson, A. Willis (Absalom Willis)","Robinson, John","Roosevelt, Eleanor","Root, E.C.","Ruffner, Henry, Reverend","Ruffner, William Henry","Rutherford, Robert","Schlegel, Robert","Sensabaugh, Deborah","Sewall, Samuel Edmund","Shafer, Susan","Shannon, Edgar Finley, Jr., Dr.","Shannon, Samuel","Shields, Jefferson","Silver, Arthur","Smith, Henry Louis","Smith, Livingston Waddell","Snyder, Louis Vernon","Sprunt, David Worth","Stewart, Robert","Still, Andrew Taylor Still","Moore, James","Sugrue, Thomas J.","Swaim, Curran","Switzer, Frank C. ","Tate, William M. ","Taylor, Charles Holt","Taylor, William","Telford, Robert Lee","Thompson, William M. , 1864-1955","Tilson, Warren Edward","Tracy, Betty (Elizabeth Kilbourne), 1908-1993","Tucker, Robert Henry","Turnbull, Walter Jonathan","Turner, Charles W. (Charles Wilson)","Twombly, Cy","Valentine, Edward Virginius, 1838-1930","Vethake, Henry","Wade, Wada Phyllis","Walker, Forrest Edward","Warren, Mame (Mary Elizabeth)","Washburn, William Crane","Washington, Booker T., 1856-1915","Watkin, Lawrence Edward","Watkins, Richard","Watt, William Joseph","Weaver, William","White, Annie Jo","White, Archibald S., Jr","White, B.D.","White, Henry Alexander","White, James J. (James Jones)","Whitney, George S. (George Stephen)","Williams, Bob","Williams, Boyd H.","Williams, Charles Wiley","Williamson, Thomas Hoomes","Willis, Henry Parker","Wilson, John Delane","Wilson, William Lyne","Winchester, James R. ","Winston, Daniel","Wolfe, Thomas","Woods, Magdalene","Woods, Michael","Wu, Nelson I. ","Young, Cy","Ziegler, Thomas Joseph","Zimmer, Anne Carter"],"language_ssim":["English"],"containers_ssim":["box 2","box 2-10"],"_nest_path_":"/components#10","timestamp":"2026-05-20T20:55:58.373Z","collection":{"numFound":1,"start":0,"numFoundExact":true,"docs":[{"id":"vilxw_repositories_5_resources_925","ead_ssi":"vilxw_repositories_5_resources_925","_root_":"vilxw_repositories_5_resources_925","_nest_parent_":"vilxw_repositories_5_resources_925","ead_source_url_ssi":"data/oai/WLU/repositories_5_resources_925.xml","title_ssm":["Washington and Lee University and Regional Virginia History Research Collection"],"title_tesim":["Washington and Lee University and Regional Virginia History Research Collection"],"unitdate_ssm":["1609-2016"],"unitdate_bulk_ssim":["1609-2016"],"level_ssm":["collection"],"level_ssim":["Collection"],"unitid_ssm":["WLU.Coll.0668","/repositories/5/resources/925"],"text":["WLU.Coll.0668","/repositories/5/resources/925","Washington and Lee University and Regional Virginia History Research Collection","This collection is open for research use.","Cottie was the daughter of John D. Fitzpatrick, the original owner of the Fitzpatrick General Store at Kerrs Creek, Viginia.","The author, John McCurday was a classmate of Pat Robertson at Lexington High School in Lexington, Virginia.  Pat became a TV evangelistic preacher.  Pat also attended Washington and Lee University, and ran for President of the United States 1988 bid.","Incomplete paper tells stories about the Radford Arsenal in the early 1950s.","Initiators of the new fire department were Dean Knick, R. A. Engleman, Raymond Hostetter, Paul Higgins, Tom Dunlap, Albert McCown, Paul Plott, Warren Smith, and Harry Swisher.  The new officers of the Kerrs Creek Fire Dept. were John A. Hostetter, president; Albert McCown, Vice President; Harry M. Swindler, Secretary; Warren A. Smith, Fire Chief; and Hunter Ayres, Assist. Fire Chief.  The Board of Directors indluded Raymond Hostetter, Harry Swisher, Raymond Hartbarger, Arthur Alphin, Tom Dunlap, and Harold Hotinger.","File includes a photocopy of a Richmond Times Dispatch newspaper article, \"Retired Prof. Latture: Living Landmark at W\u0026L,\" March 4, 1974; a commemorative stamp envelope signed by Washington and Lee University Presidents, Denny through Wilson; and obituaries by The Roanoke Times and the News-Gazette.","Washington and Lee Student Journalism Project, by students Catherine Carlock, Erin Galliher, Farrell Ulrich, and Mike White.","Also includes Historical research of Lexington's Lost Cemetery.","Photocopy","HorseMania is a local public art project whose 13 life-sized fiberglass horses were fabricated by local artisan, Mark Cline, painted by local artists, sponsored by businesses and individuals, and placed throughout the cities of Lexington and Buena Vista as well as Rockbridge County, with the purpose of raising funds for Blue Ride CASA for Children.","Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) is a non-profit organization serving our area's most severely abused, abandoned and neglected children through the recruitment, training, and supervision of community volunteers who advocate for their best interests.","News-Gazette article, \"Bodie To Write Rockbridge History,\" The News-Gazette, Feb. 5, 2003; The Weekender article, \"Telling the 'Story' of Rockbridge,\" Dec. 3, 2011; and a cover of Bodie's book, REMARKABLE ROCKBRIDGE: THE STORY OF ROCKBRIDGE COUNTY, VIRGINIA.","photocopy","Kerrs Creek newspaper announcement that Josephine will be the News-Gazette correspondent for the Kerrs Creek area.  Also included, a June 1995 Thank You from the American Red Cross, Virginia West Virginia Floods DR#686, to Josephine for sharing her time and special talents, while helping people recover from the Virginia/West Virginia Floods.","photocopies","A Texas-Sized Donation for Virginia Colleges, by Gregory Turley, Washington and Lee Class of 1987.","photocopy","General R. E. Lee's war-Horses, Traveller and Lucy Long.  Southern Historical Society Papers. Vol.18. Richmond, Va., January-December, 1890.","photocopy","Dwelling in Lexington, Virginia, designed by Pendleton Scott Clark, architecture renowned for authenticity, was completed in 1929 for W\u0026L Dean and Mrs. Frank J. Gilliam.  The handsome gardens for the Gilliams were primarily designed by the Charles Gillette, a widely regarded landscape architect of Richmond, Virginia.","Lexington in Historic Virginia brochure, about 1970, a notecard with a drawing of North Main Street by Raynal, and a color notecard of the Quilt designed by Gillie W. Campbell and quilted by Elise Bick, 1983. All items given by Lisa McCown, Lexington, VA.","Happy Holidays card from Wade's Mill, John and Karen Siegfried, 2017.  Also included from 2017 are as follows: 7 postcards, brochure, information card, retail grain's price list, and a flyer listing the stone-ground grains available at Wade's Mill. Also, a December 2, 1992 News-Gazetter article on the history of the mill and it's owners at the time.","The 1959 brochure, gift of Lisa McCown.","The Seven Hills of Rockbridge include the homes, Cherry Hill, Fruit Hill, Fancy Hill, Rose Hill, Hickory Hill, Clover Hill, and Liberty Hill.  A map of the location of these homes is included, as well as descriptions from the Rockbridge County, Virginia Hertiage Book.","The Scarletter, Lexington High School newsletter - v.30 no.2, Oct. 31, 1977; v.30 no.7, April 8, 1978; v.30 no.8, May 3, 1978.","Football Programs: Lexington vs. Turner Ashby, Sept. 27, 1974; Lexington vs. Harrisonburg, Oct. 11, 1974; Lexington vs. Broadway, Sept. 9, 1977.","Life in Late Nineteenth Century Rockbridge Baths, paper written at Hollins College, Ms. Mary W. Atwell, Carrie M. Irvine, [ca.1974].","Photocoy","This file includes a list of WLU alumni who went on to careers in the military and achieved the rank of General.","Charles C. Lewis, Jr. W\u0026L '68, '71L; Charles C. Lewis, W\u0026L 1930, M.A. 1931; H. Flood Madison, Jr., W\u0026L 1920.","\"The Honor System at the Washington and Lee University,\" by W\u0026L Prof. J. A. Quarles, April 1902, WESTMINSTER MONTHLY, vol. 1, no.7.","The Record, Mock Democratic Convention, March 6 and 7, 1992. The cover of this booklet has a sketch of Main Street, looking south, with parade. The Mock Convention Record, W\u0026L, April 17, 1995.","Colonnade Oaks flyer, Dashiell Dericks '18.","Poem, \"The Dogwood of Washington and Lee.\"","John Wall Lykes, WLU 1908, Joseph Taliaferro Lykes, WLU 1909, Joseph Taliaferro Lykes, Jr. WLU 1941","Thomas D. Ranson WLU 1859-60","Genealogy compiled by Alex Taylor, whose great grandfather was Alexander Tedford Barclay.","Material given by Tangy (Gilven) Hunter-Hughes, a descendant of Jack Gilvin.","Geneaology of Garland family, who bought some of the Washington College slaves.","Genealogy on the Harman family given by Carolyn Scott, which has photos and biographies of Charles Price Harman, born 1868, and his wife, Rachel Primrose \"Rose\" Cameron Sherrard, and their children.","Genealogy and biography of Rev. Peter Simon Lewis, the pastor of First Baptist Church, Lexington, Va., 1901-1906.","Compiled by Tom Vansant Jr., Descendant of Dr. James Ramsey, Son of William.","Descendant of Robert Alexander of Virginia, founder of the first classical school west of the Blue Ridge Mountains, which became the present Washington and Lee University.","Borgus served VMI as head waiter during the period between September 1919 and September 1955.  He then returned for a brief period between the months of September and December 1958.","William Griffin born 1792 in Lexington, married November 21, 1816 in Virginia, and died 1850 in Boone County, Indiana.","Washington and Lee first established a registrar's office in 1910.","Also includes: Multivariate Analysis Through Narrative History, by Alfred L. Brophy.  Reviewing G. Edward White, Law in American History: From the Colonial Years Through the Civil War.","Shep Rouse, W\u0026L Graduate 1976.","Located one mile west of I-81/64 at the Raphine, Virginia interchange.","The University Cleaners businesses were located at 7 N. Jefferson Street, Lexington, VA and 2028 Magnolia Street, Buena Vista, VA.","See also book, \"Big Hill Road,\" in our Rare Book Collection (Rare F 232 .R68 B466 2022), which was compiled by Stewart Bennington and his sister Barbara Nunley.","Photocopy","Gifts of Lisa McCown","\"America's Finest Inland Beach Resort.\" Gift of Lisa McCown","Gift of Lisa McCown","Gift of Lisa McCown","File includes article titled \"Paxton Davis, Former W\u0026L Professor, Dies.\"","See Catherine's 1922 Elizabethan College yearbook (Rare LD 7251 .S32 E44 v.5 1922). She played basketball and her cousin Hope Welsh also attended there.  The school burned while the students were at home on Christmas vacation.","Published lecture by retired professor John McKenzie Gunn, dated April 25, 1994; \"Can Economics be Both Relevant and 'good'?\"","Folder includes four items: \"A Community's Stories\" article from The News Gazzette concerning an exhibit by the Rockbridge Historical Society; a list of 'Old Lexington Colored People,' from the early 1900's from Leslie Lyle Campbell's notes; information on a group of slaves from Caroline County (a page copied from Colonial Caroline: a History of Caroline County, Virginia); and a letter to Special Collections concerning information on the holdings of records concerning black history in Virginia.  Nine Historic Lexington Foundation interviews done for Black History Month 2016, mostly by Beverly Tucker, one by Anne McClung, and one by W\u0026L Students Caitlin Mullen '05 and Anne Young '04, with Lexington African Americans and one Buena Vista resident.","143 pages printed from the 1810 Virginia Census, listing \"Other Free\" Heads of Household, by family name.","Register of Free Negroes of Rockbridge County, Virginia, with index.  According to the Act of the General Assembly of Virginia.  Passed January 25, 1803","Register of Marriages, Colored Persons in Rockbridge County under act of Virginia Assembly Passed February 27, 1866","Copy of Washington Post article, \"The Captive Nations of Slaves,\" covering an exhibit at the Museum of the Confederacy named \"Before Freedom Came,\" 1991. \nReceipt for purchase of slave, John. January 26, 1850.","Includes program for the All Saints Memorial Celebration at the Augusta Street United Methodist Church, Nov. 1, 2009, a Fairview Cemetery brochure, and Friends of Fairview Christmas wreath order form, Nov. 23, 2009.","Includes brochure, African-American Heritage, Staunton, Virginia, undated.","Address delivered before the Agricultural Society of Rockbridge, at its annual Fair, at Fancy Hill, October 17, 1839, by the Rev. Henry Ruffner, D. D., President of Washington College.  The Lexington Gazette, and Rockbridge Farmer, June 23, 1840.","Folder includes \"Pierce's Memorandum and Account Book: Designed for Farmers, Mechanics, and all People,\" 1872.","Photocopy of ledger, 1892-1903.","Folder includes a copy of a report of \"Approval of Site, Plans, etc.\" for a school house at Alone Mill; a balance sheet by Alone Canning Co., and a photocopy of a pencil drawn map of Alone Mill. Also includes a lecture paper by Anne McClung, which includes many photos.","Folder includes \"Selected Bibliography for Historic Artifact Identification and Analysis\" prepared by Kurt C. Russ and John M. McDaniel, for distribution at 1989 ASV Historic Artifact Workshop.","Contains booklet titled \"Battle of Asheville.\"","Contains two copies of \"The Ruth Anderson McCulloch Branch of The Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiguqities: 1896-1987.\"","Contains a booklet titled \"A Rockbridge Area Resource Guide for People in Need.\" Prepared by Helpline/Information and Referral and United Way of Lexington-Rockbridge County. Also includes the minutes of Board Meeting, May 9, 1995.","Contains student paper authored by Emily Barnes '01 titled \"Lee Memorial Association.\" In addition, a copy of a sketch from 1883 about the Lee Memorial Association titled \"Southern Historical Society Papers.\"","Booklet titled \"Education for a Better Tomorrow, 1992 Annual Report.\"","\"Procedings\" publication published by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, including reports and activities of the 100th Annual Meeting in Atlanta Georgia as well as current lists of member insitutions.","Includes photocopy of a 1758 schedule titled \"To the Militia of the Coutny of Augusta, and for Provisions furnished by sundry inhabitants of the said county, viz.\"","File includes photocopies of two letters concerning Washington and Lee student, John West Addison.","Article titled \"A Confederate Hero,\" from  Blue and Gray , 1984.","Biography compiled in 1997 concerning Archibald Alexander (5 pgs. long).","Correspondence about the Washington and Lee Homecoming Queen from c.1893 and her protrait which hangs in the Special Collections vault (WLU Coll PP 0081).","Contains an article titled \"Colonel William Allan at McDonough\"; an 1889 address by J. Randolph Tucker; and an 1890 memorial by Washington and Lee Board of Trustees concerning Allan.","Includes a biography and illustration of Allen under the title of \"The Headlight.\"","Photocopry of newpaper article concerning Anderson, slave of Cyrus McCormick.","Photocopy of biography concerning Armstrong from the \"Dictionary of American Biography.\"","Article titled \"Civil War Author on the Trail of History.\"","Two copies of a Christmas oration in memoriam of Constance Rosalie Auden.","Obituaries, clipped from Roanoke Times 2002.","Biography of Alexander Tedford Barclay compiled by Washington and Lee student in 1997.","Biography compiled in 1997 and geneological chart showing many prominent people of Rockbridge County.","Narrative titled \"Aunt Elizabeth Remembers;\" interview with retired Washington and Lee professor, Charles Turner.","Photocopies of newspaper clippings concerning the death of Barkley at Washington and Lee University.","Photocopy of a letter to George Baxter from Edward Johnson introducing Dr. Barton, December 21, 1805. Pamphlet entitled, \"How Many Botany Books Did Thomas Jefferson Own?\" mentioning Dr. Barton.","Photocopy of Calyx 1939 yearbook picture. Basse gave donation towards Special Collections workroom.","\"Fatal Affray,\" Lexington Gazette, January 19, 1854. Murder of Cadet Thomas Blackburn.","Photocopies of Calyx yearbook pictures and Alumni directory information. John G. Boatwright '15 made donation for the University Library reading room in memory of Robert McDearmon Boatwright '42.","Obituary, Washington and Lee University News Home, 5/12/2006.","Two separate biographies for Borden Jr. and Sr.","E-mail message to the Washington and Lee community concerning Brady's death, obituaries from the News-Gazette and The Roanoke Time. Article titled \"'Pat' Brady's Life One of Quiet Service to a Community He Loved So Dearly,\" the News-Gazette.","Photocopy of letter from Andrew Brooks to sister, January 23,1861; photocopy and written transcript of letter from James J. White relating to the death of William Brooks, July 16,1861; photocopy of telegram to J.M. Brooks relating to the remains of his son, William Brooks, July 20,1861; Diary entries written by Andrew Brooks in Augusta County.","Composer in Residence, Roanoke Symphony Orchestra, Roanoke Valley Choral Society, 1995-1996, pgs. 7-8.","Photocopies of letters to his sister, Fannie, September 20, 1846, and September 7, 1848, while a student at Washington College. Original letters reside at Virginia Military Academy Archives.","Radio script concerning Clarence Brown used in Cincinnati, Ohio on the radio program, \"Personalities in your Government.\"","Robert and Benjamin Brown's relatives who attended Washington and Lee University. A letter addressed to President John Delane Wilson from their mother, Elizabeth Barry Brown.","Folder includes a Civil War centennial commemorative edition of the Valley News Echo concerning John Brown's Raid and Harper's Ferry(2 copies); Stanton Spectator article titled \"The Out-break at Harper's Ferry\"; Stanton Spectator article concerning John Brown's execution titled \"Results of the Trial\"; Richmond Times-Dispatch article titled \"Documents in Treason Trial of John Brown; The Sunday Baltimore article titled \"Verdict Missing in Brown Papers; a history course examinaton concerning this time period; an account by someone named \"Jackson\" of John Brown's execution addressed to his wife.","Articles from three local newspapers titled \"He's a Third-Generation Blacksmith,\" \"The Village Blacksmith, Manly Brown, Dies at 93,\" \"Family Dreams of Living Museum. Jack Chaffee as Blacksmith and Curator of Brown's Forge.\"","Includes photocopy of the Ministerial Directory of the Presbyterian Church in the United States highlighting William Brown.","Contains obituary of Bruinsma dated September 17, 1999.","File includes color notecard of Frank Buchser painting of Robert E. Lee, \"The Last Life Portrait of General Robert E. Lee,\" a letter from Buchser to Lee concerning a portrait, Washington and Lee News Release titled \"General Lee 'Comes Home' for His Birthday,\" Religious Herald article titled \"Valentine's Recumbent Statue of General Robert E. Lee,\" and correspondence between various researchers interested in this topic and Special Collections.","Booklet titled \"Edward Buncombe and Buncombe County.\"","Obituary, \"Thrown from Horse...,\" by Lexington Gazette.","Obituary found in the News-Gazette about Edmund Campbell, a Washington and Lee graduate and attorney who worked on various cases concerning desegregation of Virginia schools.","File includes a biography excerpt from \"Who's Who in America\" and an obituary by the Lexington Gazette.","File includes an obituary of John Lyle Campbell Sr. by the Lexington Gazette, a biography writtten by his son Robert Fishburne Campbell, and copies of letters between Robert E. Lee and Prof. Campbell as well as T.J. Jackson and Prof. Campbell.","File includes article \"Coach Nears End of Not-So-Typical Career: Washington and Lee's Canfield Prepares for Life After 31 Years of Generals' Basketball,\" and a Roanoke Times article named \" 'I Hope I've Touched Some Lives.' \"","Biography by the American National Biography Online.","Contains one photocopy of obituary by News-Gazette.","Obituary by the News-Gazette.","Memorial program for Gray Castle.","Roanoke Times article concerning Caudill's retirement.","Contains a booklet titled \"The Cavendish Family History.\"","Folder includes biography and copies of two letters from Theofore Roosevelt, one concerning a memorial to Robert E. Lee and the other one concerning Chamberlain's son.","Folder contains at least twenty eight separate items concerning John Chavis, from articles, portraits, letters, records, to research papers concerning his role in Washington and Lee Lee as well as African American history. Also included are the W\u0026L Alumni magazine artices, \"Chavis House named,\" March/April 1986 and \"Chavis House dedicated,\"  November/December 1986.","Includes obituary by Rockbridge County News.","File contains obituary by the News-Gazette.","File includes an article titled Honor Rolls,\" a set of photographs, and a pamphlet commemorating her life and work.","Folder includes an obituary written by The Lexington Gazette.","Lexington Gazette obituary about Crenshaw.","The file includes a biography by the American National Biography Online.","File includes a photocopied catalogue of the Library of Daniel Parke Custis: From a Manuscript in the Collection of the Virginia Historical Society, \"The Magazine of History and Biography,\" October 1909, pages 404-412.","The Library of John Parke Custis, Esq., of Fairfax County, Virginia, \"Tyler's Quarterly,\" October 1927, pages 97-103.","File includes a greeting card made by the Artists of the Lexington, Virginia Note Card Series, 2002.","The file includes a program in memory of Daniels, hosted at Robert E. Lee Memorial Church.","File includes an article titled \"Turning 90 is Just Another Milestone in Lexington Woman's Interesting Life.\"","File includes three articles concerning Professor DeLaney's professional career.","File includes photocopies of newspaper obituaries of her death on December 10,1940. Photocopy of a newspaper article, \"U.D.C. Holds Exercises at Sayler Creek Battlefield\" at which Ms. Dickinson was a speaker. Photocopy of a page concerning Miss Dickinson's book, \"Confederate Leaders.\"","File includes article titled \"Service Held for Dr. G.W. Diehl.\"","Articled titled \"Judge Ryland Dodson Remembers Early 20th Century Tobacco Farming,\" September 2000.","File contains e-mail message distributed by the Broadcast Mailer at Washington and Lee on the death of Francis Drake.","File includes biography.","File includes a biography from the Lettie Pate Evans Foundation website and some genealogy from the LDS website.","File includes two copies of the memorial service program for Farrar's passing and a photocopy of a News-Gazette article titled \"Tiger.\"","File includes an article titled \"He Disciplined Popular Culture\" as well as an obituary.","File includes a photocopy of the \"Washington and Lee Ambulance Unit\" from the 1926 Alumni Directory. This photocopy features an article about Fletcher.","File includes notes on \"Miss Laura.\"","File includes photocopies of two obituaries concerning Mr. Ford.","File includes a photocopy of Roanoke Times newspaper clipping titled \"New President of Washington and Lee.\"","File includes obituary.","Folder includes biography on Mr. Gatewood.","File includes a photocopy of obituary for Mercer Graham.","File includes photocopies of articles concerning the life and career of Mel Greenberg.","File includes biography on Mr. Greenwood, dentist of George Washington.","File includes a memorial program as well as an obituary by the Roanoke Times.","File includes article titled \"Randolph Hall Refused to Fail.\"","File includes memorial program.","File includes two photocopies of the Washington and Lee Alumni Magazine with an article focused on Ms. Harris, titled \"Still Crazy After All These Years.\"","File includes photocopy of article titled \"Off the beaten path: the Chronicler of Lexington is an institution himself.\"","File includes photocopy of a petition to Jefferson Davis representing that Heale is a citizen of Giles County, Virginia.","File includes an appendix titled \"The Mystery Woman.\"","File includes a photocopy of a biographical sketch of Hobson by Charles Lee Hobson, March 5, 1998. Photocopies of two papers by Hobson entitled \"How I came to Elizabethtown, Kentucky\" and \"How General Lee Came to Washington College.\" Photocopies of a letter to Lee concerning Hobson (1869) and a Louisville Times article about the letter.","Includes Harvey's Lexington High School, Senior Class Graduation invitation, June 1, 1950.","File includes a photocopy of essay titled \"James Lewis Howe - Chemist and Philatelist.\"","Article includes biography and obituary concerning Howerton and his wife Mary N.","File includes notes on Mrs. Hull, a source for Eleanor Roosevelt's Visit to Goshen Recalled.\"","File includes 27 photocopies of letters, transcripts, notes, etc. on Mr. Hutcherson, Washington and Lee University Class of 1902.","File includes a letter concerning Ipsen's chauffer, as well as photocopy of portrait of Lee painted by Ipsen.","File includes \"Stonewall,\" a commemorative section of The News-Gazette concerning the Jackson Statue Rededication. In addition, a set of remarks and notes by Mayor Derrick and papers of lectures given by Mary Coulling, Robert F. Hunter, James I. Robertson, Jr., and the Frederick Ladies Relief Society. Program and brochure.","File includes article titled \"Window on the Past: An Unusual Tribute to Stonewall Jackson;\" \"'Stonewall' Jackson's Grave;\" \"Jackson Day,\" and many more copies of similarly focused articles from local newspapers. Also included a brochure reprinted and distributed by Stonewall Jackson Memorial Incorporate, Lexington, Virginia, \"The Religious Character of Stonewall Jackson,\" an address by James Power Smith, D.D., Captain and A.D.C. Staff of General Jackson. The address was delivered at the Inauguration of the Stonewall Jackson Memorial Building, Virginia Military Institute, June 23, 1897.\nA printed map showing all of Stonewall Jackson's movements, Compliments of Stonewall Jackson Memorial, Inc., Lexington, Virginia.","Photocopies of material concerning Jackson as constable.","File includes eleven photocopies, black and white and color of Moor as Jackson, one of which is at Virginia Military Institute. Two color photos.","File includes article from The American Art Journal titled \"Gilbert Stuart's Portraits of Thomas jefferson\" as well as a photocopy of the Spring 1982 article, \"The Adams-Jefferson portrait Exchange.\"","File includes photocopies of obituaries and photographs concerning the Johnson and McDowell families.","File includes a photocopy of inside cover of \"Closing Exercises of Privat School.\"","File includes photocopy of biography from \"Dictionary of American Biography.\"","Biking Through Albemarle with John Jones, Scottsville Museum, Capturing Our Heritage","File includes a copy of a magazine titled \"The Iron Worker\" as well as handwritten and typewritten copies of \"A Sketch of Colonel John Jordan (1777-1854).  Also includes a paper, \"John Jordan, Virginia Builder,\" by Marshall Fishwick, and a photocopy of Summer 1973 Virginia Cavalcade article, \"John Jordan: Builder and Entrepreneur,\" by L. Moody Simms, Jr.","File includes a booklet titled \"Edward Southey Joynes: Father of the University and Life Trustee of Winthrop.\"","File includes a magazine article titled \"A Chinese Master Opens Western Eyes to Eastern Art.\"","File includes various pieces, including \"The Unusual of Lieutenant George C. Junkin, C.S.A.,\" a discourse commemorative of George Junkin delivered in the West Spruce St. Presbyterian Church, and \"George Junkin and His Eschatological Vision,\" and \"Secession Fever on a Southern Campus.\"","File includes articles titled \"Matthew Kahle's Log\" and \"Old George , 1844.\"","The file includes a brochure for The Stan Kamen Collection of Western Art at Washington and Lee University.","File includes a biography, obituary, funeral and memorial services programs.","File includes an obituary (dated August 1, 1955) and two Athletic Association certificates for cross country, 1928 and track, 1929.","In Memoriam, A senseless tragedy. The New President, John F. Kennedy, 1917-1963. POST, The Saturday Evening Post, December 14, 1963.","File includes various copies of programs of \"A Celebration of the Life of King,\" bulletins for churches, as well as various programs, which includes Black History Month.","The 2010 Black History Month program includes the following:  Poem, \"From the Shanty to the White House,\" by Laura Watts; \"Ground Hog Poem,\" by Spotswood Alexander Styles; \"What If There Were No Black Folk?,\" by Barbara Leahy, 1998.","File includes a memorial service program held at Lee Chapel on July 5, 1997.","File includes a photocopy of a newspaper article concerning Labro, November 12, 1988.","File includes an obituary from the Rockbridge County News, November 8, 1900.","J. J. Lafferty: A Remarkable Life, Secrets of the Blue Ridge","File includes information concerning the burial of Latane and a painting of and poem about the burial.","File includes an article titled \"America's Baskerville Printer.\"","File includes article from the News Gazette titled \"It's a Lauck!\"","File includes an article concerning the death of Annie Lee by The Roanoke News; a copy of music sung at Ms. Lee's funeral and the Washington and Lee memorial service; articles titled \"Famous Daughter Laid to Rest at W\u0026L\" and \"Annie Lee's Remains Now in Lee Chapel\"; a program, In Memoriam Anne Carter Lee; invitation to private memorial service and luncheon at Lee House; remarks made by Mary Coulling at the private memorial service; remarks made by Capt. Peniston at the private memorial service for Annie Carter Lee; two color postcards of her grave and monument at Warren County, North Carolina; and an excerpt from a letter written at West Point, concerning the young gentlemen.","File includes an obituary of Mr. Lee, former Mayor of Buena Vista.","File includes article concerning the death and burial of Dr. G.B. Lee by the Ring-tum Phi.","File includes obituary of Lee by the Ring-tum Phi; \"From West Point to Fort Point: The Story of George Elliot and Custis Lee\"; \"Major-General George Washington Custis Lee\"; \"Last Battles: The Wartime and Postwar Careers of Custis Lee\"; and photocopies of items at the National Archives concerning G.W.C. Lee.","File includes a booklet with an article titled \"Reverend Henderson Lee: Father of Presbyterianism in Lunenburg County.\"","File includes an article titled \"The Manly and Upright will Brand Your Name Infamy.\"","File includes article titled \"They Surrendered Honorably,\" an excerpt from a letter to her cousin Caroline from Derwent, and a collection of letters from Mrs. Mary Custis Lee to the Snowden Family of Alexandria, Virginia entitled \"My Dear Louisa.\"","File includes copies of letters containing information suggesting that G. Campbell Brown, stepson of Gen. Richard Ewell, began courting Mildred Lee and later proposed to her. In addition, the file includes an article concerning the death of Mildred Lee's death.","This file includes twenty-seven separate items. Of these items, there are various brochures and booklets entitled, \"Robert E. Lee: Innovative Educator,\" \"Notes on a Visit to Robert E. Lee,\" \"Lee: The Final Achievement,\" and \"Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson Returned to Lexington, Virginia.\""," In addition, the following articles: \"Furtherance of Southern Education was Lee's Goal;\" \"Aging Successfully: The Example of Robert E. Lee;\" \"How Gen. Lee Came to Washington College;\" \"After 32 Years, Lee-Jackson Painting on Display;\" \"General Lee After the War,\" from the magazine  The Century Magazine ; \"Reminiscences of General Lee,\"  The Outlook  pages 964-969; \"The Last Years of Lee\" delivered to the United Daughters of the Confederacy; \"The Robert E. Lee Birthday Celebration;\" \"Lee Centennial at Washington and Lee,\" from  The Southern Collegian ; \"On the Life and Character of Gen. Robert E. Lee,\" written by John W. Daniel for the  Lexington Gazette ; \"Unveiling Lee's Statue,\" written by John W. Daniel for the  Staunton Spectator ; Article written for  The Free-Lance Star  by Capt. Robert Peniston entitled \"The Last Tour;\" Articled written by John Elrod for the  Richmond Times-Dispatch  entitled, \"Lee as Educator Sought to Heal Wounds;\" and an Article written by Captain James L.D. Monroe entitled \"General Robert E. Lee Covers.\"","\nThe file includes excerpts from letters written by Agnes Lee to her friend Lizzie Fuller and Mrs. R.E. Lee concerning Robert E. Lee's death, as well as \"General Lee's Special Letters,\" notes used by Captain Peniston during his talk to the Alumni College at Washington and Lee, July 2006.  \nThere are two chapters from two books: \"College Days Under General Lee,\" chapter 6 of the book,  Memories of Four-Score Years  by Samuel Hall Chester; \"The Lee-White Friendship,\" chapter 7 of  Old Zeus: Life and Letters of James J. White.","Finally, the file includes remarks on Robert E. Lee made at Kiwanis by Capt. Robert Peniston, an essay entitled \"Lee at Appomattox,\" photocopies of two sketches by Robert E. Lee of soldiers in the Mexican Army sent home to his children, a copy of an endorsement of young Robert E. Lee from William B. Leary, his teacher in Alexandria, and a program and flier of the memorial observance of Lee given by the Liberty Hall Volunteers re-enactment group and Washington and Lee Alumni. ","Eight items added to file.","Program, Robert E. Lee Week, August 22-26, 1932, The Greenbrier and Cottages, White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia.","\"A Tribute to General Robert E. Lee,\" by Dr. Julian C. Brown (1856-1904).","An Interview with General Robert E. Lee by John Leyburn.  The Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine. May to October 1885.","The Hardy Heritage by Harold D. Garber, Moorefield (WV) Examiner, January 2010.","Death of Gen. R. E. Lee, The Virginia Gazette, October 14, 1870.","A Dream of Robert E. Lee Comes True, by Virgil C. Jones, The United States Publisher, September 1928.","LEE, The Photographic History of the Civil War.","\"Cache,\" Autumn Song, by Ceane O'Hanlon-Lincoln.","File includes various copies of programs for memorial services honoring Robert E. Lee as well as an article entitled \"Decoration Day at the Graves of Lee and Jackson.\"","File includes an obituary by the  Lexington Gazette , articles in the  Rockbridge County News  and the  Lexington Gazette  concerning his death and funeral, one entitled \"The Burial March of Dundee.\" In addition, the file includes a  Ring-tum Phi  article entitled, \"May Remove Colonel Lee from Chapel.\"","File includes articles entitled \"Children of the Blue and Gray,\" from  People Magazine  and \"Robert E. Lee V Tries to Avoid Trading on His Honored Name\" from  The Atlanta Journal and Constitution .","File includes articles entitled \"On the Trail of Robert E. Lee's Daughters\" and \"Author Says Unmarried Women Neglected by Historians\" from the  Daily News Leader .","File includes photocopies of two obituaries for Mr. Letcher, 1994.","File includes an essay written by Charles C. Lewis entitled \"A Tale of an Oar: A Hidden Message Revealed.\"","File includes obituaries of James Lewis, Stonewall Jackson's faithful body servant,  Lexington Gazette .","File includes article by the  Richmond Times-Dispatch .","File includes an obituary from the  Lewiston Teller  and an article In Memoriam by the  Idaho Daily Statesman .","File includes an obituary from  The News-Gazette .","File includes an article by the  News-Gazette  entitled \"Shop to Feature Books, Items on War Era.\" In addition, the file includes a brochure to the Lexington Historical Shop and business card for Lurate.","File includes an article from the  Virginia Cavalcade  entitled \"John Blair and His 'Automatic Bookstore'.\"","File includes three pages with information about MacCorkle for the Alumni Directory and Jacket File.","File includes a brief biography of MacCorkle by the Washington and Lee University News Office, a biographical statement, \"Information for the Alumni Directory and Jacket File,\" and a picture of Stuart MacCorkle.","File includes two obituaries.","File includes an article by the  Roanoke Times  entitled, \"New Headmaster Mixes Work and Play.\"","File includes a magazine article entitled, \"Persisting in the Publishing World.\"","File includes an obituary by the  News Gazette .","File includes a 2001 article entitled, \"The Man Behind the Name: New Biography Explores The Achievements of 'Fesser' McCluer\" and obituaries for the  Lexington Gazette  and the  Rockbridge County News .","File includes a photocopy of a short biography of McClung.","File includes a medal -  Centennial of the Reaper, 1831-1931 ; a booklet entitled  McCormick Celebration, September 25, 1931 ; a color brochure of the McCormick Farm; a biography from the McCormick International Harvester Collection Archives; and two copies of the  Iron Worker  featuring an article entitled, \"Walnut Grove--Where Farm Mechanization Began.\"","File includes a program of retirement from 25 years of service to the Buena Vista City Public Schools, two biographies, and two photographs of Albert McCown, about 1955 and Oct. 1980.  Also included an early color Christmas card printed by Albert, before his marriage, while he studied Industrial Arts at VPI. Also a Christmas card printed by Albert at his home in Kerrs Creek, Rockbridge County, VA, about 1970's, when he had his family, and an envelope of Albert's, McCown's Printing Service.  Included is his name tag for the Virginia School Boards Association, Rockbridge County, with ribbons, Board Member, Delegate. A newspaper clipping, \"McCown New Member of School Board,\" and photocopy of the News-Gazette clipping featuring Albert's service to the Rockbridge County School Board.  Also included a return address envelope, Parry McCluer High School, Athletic Department, Buena Vista, VA 24416, maybe printed by Albert when he was Athletic Director there. A 1973-74 basketball/wrestling Parry McCluer high school card.  A photo of Albert and coworker Industrial Arts Teacher, Ward Lockett.","Also includes a 1969 issue of THE VISTA, which includes an article, \"Teacher of the Month: Albert McCown.\" On the title page of this issue is a sketch of the Parry McCluer mascot.","Included are a Father's Day card and Happy Birthday card, both made by his oldest daughter, Lisa. The Happy Birthday card is signed by Lisa, Josephine, his wife, and Jennifer, his youngest daughter.","A Washington and Lee application for Admission, April 1, 1947, which was never turned in.  Albert decided to go to VPI in Blacksburg, and graduated in 1957.  He became the Industrial Arts Teacher at Parry McCluer High School in Buena Vista, Virginia, 1959-1984.  Also included is a William Byrd Parent-Teachers Association yearbook, 1957-1958, where Albert is listed as Senior High teacher, where he taught Industrial Arts in Roanoke, Virginia.","Albert T. McCown Memorial Scholarship recipients, Buena Vista Public Schools, 1987-1995.","File includes a  Rockbridge County News  article entitled, \"Civil War Memoirs of Mr. McCown Telling of Life in Northern Prison\"; other brief newspaper notices about McCown from  The Dallas Daily Herald ; an obituary from the  Lexington Gazette ; and an image of Dr. Albert McCown and his father James L. McCown.","File includes a photocopy from the book,  The McCormick Reaper Legend  focusing on John McCown, the \"Blade Maker.\"","File includes an obituary and picture of John Graham McCown.","A photo as baby included and letter from Sears, Roebuck and Co. announcing Josephine as one of the winners of a baby contest.","Josephine's Presbyterian Church in the U. S. Catechism certificate, August 14, 1938.","Pledge for regular investment in defense savings bonds, May 16, 1942.","Photocopy of 1949 Roanoke College yearbook page.","Two European postcards from first cousin Richard Marshall, 1950's, one addressed to their grandmother, Mrs. Rice Hotinger.","Photocopy of invitation to Johnston-Willis Hospital School of Nursing graduation, May 16, 1952, including photocopy of photo as RN in 1952. Whiteside Radio Service, Lexington, VA receipt to Josephine Hotinger for purchase of a TV set, etc., October 1954.","Includes Mrs. Josephine H. McCown, R.N. pin worn at the Stonewall Jackson Hospital, 1959-1971, along with hospital mask.","Also includes miscellaneous documents, 1975, 1979, 2003 and 1970 American Red Cross Nursing Program card, and American Red Cross volunteer identification pin, worn while volunteering ath local bloodmobiles, after retiring in 1992. Also her American National Red Cross Nurse pin.","File also includes photo of Josephine as W\u0026L Student Health Head Nurse and W\u0026L indentification pin worn as Head Nurse, biographical information written at her retirement from Washington and Lee University as head nurse of infirmary, 1992; as well as an article from the News-Gazette, entitled, \"W\u0026L Honors Employees At Banquet\".","Included are two postcards from first cousin Richard Marshall of Urbanna, Virginia, while in Paris, 1951, to Josephine, and the other to his grandmother, Susan Rader Hotinger (Mrs. Rice), 1952, while in Rome.  Also a letter from Richard Marshall to Josephine, March 24, 1952.","Includes photo of Josephine as a little girl, ca.1930.  Also photos included are as follows: Josephine in wedding gown at her home in September 1955, two identified photos of Josephine celebrating her November 1989 birthday with her coworkers from the W\u0026L Infirmary, a group photo of Stonewall Jackson Registered nurses, and Josephine's W\u0026L ID card.","Copy of Josephine's obituary from the News-Gazette, September 7, 2022.  She passed away on August 31, 2022.  Also included are her September 10 funeral service programs done by New Monmouth Church and Harrison's Funeral Home. Included is a letter of condolences from W\u0026L President William C. Dudley, September 12, 2022 and Carol Calkins, a nurse coworker at W\u0026L, September 2022.","File includes 25 photographs and photocopies of photographs of the McCown family and their homes. Includes photographs of various generations and extended family members.","File includes a wide range of materials. Various photocopies contain documentation of Charles A. McCown and Alertie C. Anderson's wedding in 1907. In addition, a list ascertains the burial of Charles A. McCown, Alertie McCown, and their infant at Fawn Creek Cemetary. A map of Montgomeny Co. KS. Cemeteries highlights cemetery 16 (Fawn Creek). Another map highlights the location of McCowan Springs in Bath County. Additionally, there are three articles by  The Coffeyville Daily Journal . An article in  The News-Gazette  covers the recognition of Lisa McCown by the Rockbridge Historical Society in 2002. Finally, a small envelope contains a letter from Charles A. McCown to his mother Ida McCown, two wedding inviations from McCown weddings, memoriams from William B. McCown's passing, and a pamphlet made in memory of Helen McCown Boyts.","File includes one letter from John W. McCoy to an unidentified person.","File includes four items, two of which are letters between the McCrory siblings.","File includes Columbia University's 1937  Report of the Dean of the School of Libary Service , which mentions of Blanche P. McCrum's tenure at the school.","Rev. McCutchan, Biography, Glade Spring Presbyterian Church.  A paper, \"The Rank and Importance of Liberal Education,\" submitted by him, April 20, 1870, Washington College.  A sermon by him in Waynesboro, September 14, 1879 and five sermons by him in Rogersville, Tennessee, transcripts, 1892, 1903, 1909, 1914-1915.  Rev. Frank McCutchan","W\u0026L History Class Brings Alum's Story to the Web, William Morrison started first modern human rights movement","\"This,\" World Catalyst Magazine, May 2009 and \"Blue Lights,\" The Shine Journal, both by student Lenora Nunnley, WLU 2009","William Beverley, James Patton, and the Settling of the Shenandoah Valley, Essex County Museum and Historical Society Bulletin, v.55, November 2010","Doctor Andrew Taylor Still, Virginia and North Carolina Ancestors From Revolutionary Times to 1836","Includes leaflet, \"Come Cheer for Mame Warren: The Author At?? Years,\" (A Washington and Lee Gentleman Would Never Reveal a Woman's Age.)","Daniel Winston, Former Slave, Buena Vista Resident, Marks Century of Life, Still Active.  Roanoke Times","Folder includes newspaper article entitled, \"Life of Blacks in Brownsburg Recalled\", \"Brownsburg of Old Recalled\" and the \"The Brownsburg Homicide\". Also included is a pamphlet titles \"Commencement Exercises Invitations for the Senior Class\" (1933), in which students Everette Sensabaugh, Beatrice Hart, Mary Buchanan, Virginia Craig, Mary Lotts, Nellie Wade, Mary Ellen Sweet, Mitchell Swisher, and Hugh Adams are mentioned.The folder also conatins a copy of the \"Historic Brownsburg Newsletter\", volume 6, issue 1, March-April 2009.","Includes two page Articles of Incorporation of Kerrs Creek Volunteer Fire Company, signed by members, July 19, 1960.","Includes invitation to the Fall Service of Thanksgiving, Honoring the Life of Louise Mikell, at Cedar Hill, October 1, 2023, Rev. Pendleton, Preacher.","Includes an eight page paper and a notecard with drawing of Sunnyside home, by Arthur Bartenstein.","Includes writing ink pen marked, Virginia Horse Center, Honoring Gov. Charles S. Robb, Bill Signing Day, March 22, 1985.","Stonewall Jackson's war horse.","Includes 1952 pay schedules for Registered Nurses at Jackson Memorial Hospital. Also included is a sixteen page paper, \"The Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital,\" by Katherine E. McAlpine.","Includes Stonewall Jackson Hospital Clinical Laboratories, 1987 pocket calendar.","The Student's Account of His Visit to the House Mountain.  The Height of Our Mountains by John Elder","Includes a June 1968 County News newspaer clipping, concerning death of Helen Keller, and states that Helen's great grandmother lived for some years in the Stonewall Jackson House.  She was Elizabeth Aylett, who married Alexander Spottswood Moore, nephew by marriage of Light Horse Harry Lee. After Elizabeth became a widow, she moved from their country home, \"Sydney Cove,\" and moved to Lexington with her five children.","Includes brochure, \"The Upper James River Water Trail: A New Perspective on the Blue Ridge Mountains,\" February 2009.","History of the Lost River State Park. A part of this park was formerly known as Lee White Sulphur Spring or Howard's Lick. Also included is a history of the Lee Cabin, whithin the park in Hardy County, West Virginia.","At Jordan's Point - Interpreting the Industrial and Transportation History of the Lexington, Virginia Area, Brochure","Clouds of Glory, A girl born in Richmond of Northern parents adopts Confederate loyalties, Virginia Cavalcade, Autumn","\"An Ideal Home Circle\": Lee Residences in Lexington, VA","Includes a Directory of Local Government Officials: Goshen, Glasgow, Lexington, Buena Vista, and Rockbridge, compiled by Lisa McCown, August 7, 1975 for a high school government class.  Also included are four pages of \"Our County Government Offices,\" August 21, 1997, giving the offices and names of the officials in each office, which include the following: Don Austin, Bob Day, Pat Self, Carol Hines, Gordon Saunders, Bruce Patterson, Leanne Shank, Bob Claytor, Bob Hayslett, Ron Argenbright, Charlie McGee, Sam Crickenberger, Eugene Browning, Tom Higgins, Woody Bowyer, Bob Weikel, Wayne Isley, Delbert Moore, Nina Cron, and George Simpson.","Includes a Rockbridge County, Virginia road map from 1938, a printed hand drawn regional \"scenic and historic\" map printed as a Christmas gift from Washington and Lee University, and a 2017 Lexingon/Rockbridge Chamber of Commerce community map which includes places and roads for the county as well as local business advertisements.","Includes undated Roanoke Times newspaper artice, \"Prints of old building will be sold to help fund renovation,\" and 2012 Rockbridge Weekly online 2011 article, \"Preservation Virginia Branch Honors Buena Vista Colored School Historical Society.\"","Includes a one page Closing Exercises Program for June 1, 1950 and a report card for Mary Alphin.  Also included are a June 8, 1971 elementary school certificate and seventh grade 1970-71 citizen award for Lisa Suzanne McCown.","Includes May 1997 LHS Alumni Newsletter, Memorial Donation Announcement 1992 notecard by Josephine H. McCown for Albert T. McCown, and Spring Concert program Lexington High School presents the Scarlet Hurricane Bands and the Lexington Elementary Bands, May 23, 1976.","Includes a News-Gazette article, October 15, 2003, \"Discipline 'Lovingly Dispensed,' Hardship 'Just The Way It Was': New Book Describes History of Palmer School.\" Palmer: The First Hundred Years in the Buffalo Community.  Also includes two copies of the program for the Palmer Homecoming and Rededication, Centennial Celebration, Palmer Community Center, October 19, 2003.","Brochure, Maury River Mercantile, the old Anderson Store.","Address Delivered by the Hon. John W. Brockenbrough on laying the corner stone of the new barracks of the Virginia Military Institute, July 4, 1850.  New York: John Wiley, 1850.","Includes 1980's bumper sticker, \"W\u0026L Better Dead, Then Co-ed.\"","FLASHBACK comic strips of Washington and Lee University history","Program, Bertram Turetzky, March 18, 1971.","A Tale of an Oar: A Hidden Message Revealed","Newspaper article, \"W\u0026L Should Change Its Name,\" The Roanoke Times, April 24, 2019.","Article on the restoration in a July 1961 Civil War publication.  Newspaper article, undated, \"W\u0026L President says school will build new museum--and continue using Lee Chapel.\"","Biographies of native American Indians, Robert Latham Owen WLU 1877 and Walter Jonathan Turnbull WLU 1909.","Paper written by Mame Warren, \"Simple Courtesy, The Evolution of the Speaking Tradition at Washington and Lee University,\" prepared for Professor P. M. Forni, Civility and Civilization, The Johns Hopkins University Master of Liberal Arts Program.","Lists of Washington and Lee University students or alumni killed during 20th and 21st century wars including the First and Second World Wars, Korea, Vietnam, Persian Gulf and since the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.","World War II list updated by John Rutherford in July 1922.","President Lee's College: Robert E. Lee and the Renewal, Reformation, and Expansion of Washington College.","Includes a Clifton Forge, Virginia, CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, notepad, \"We Welcome You to Our City and the Beautiful Mountains of Virginia.\" On the back is Mileage from Clifton Forge to places in Virginia and as far away as Washington, D.C. and Charleston, West Virginia.","Includes \"Genealogy of the Grigsby Family,\" In Part, Including a Brief Sketch of the Porter Family, Republished by Robert Hall McCormick, Chicago, 1905. Originally published by William H. Grigsby, December 1878.","Includes 50th Anniversary Program and a 50th Anniversary Booklet with history, which includes members. The Location of Organizational Meeting, December 1939, held at the Mayflower in Lexington, Virginia.","Includes school reports, marriage certificate, wedding invitation, and letter from Harvey before marriage.  Also included are photographs of Catherine Alphin, her parents and siblings.","A Lutheran Sunday School pin, which may have belonged to Catherine or one of her Alphin family members, while members at Bethany Lutheran Church in Rockbridge County, Virginia.","Contains the photos photos as follows: Catherine in basement at home with crocks, maybe about 1950; a photo of her, maybe on Mother's Day; and a group photo of her three high school aged children, Josephine, Harvey, and Harold. Also included is a group photo of Catherine and four other women, proably Home Demonstration Club, and a group photo of a young Catherine with Hope Welsh and Cecil Welsh. Also included is a photo of Catherine in front of Home Demonstration Market Price's sign.","Catherine's Mirror Drawing Experiment, August 19, 1925.  Also included is Catherine's autograph album, with notes and photos of friends, some marked August 1925.  A 1941 note from her daughter Josephine is included in the album and photos of sisters Mary and Jo Alphin, with a note from Jo.  Photocopies from the 1923 \"The Schoolmadam,\" State Normal School, Harrisonburg, VA, Catherine's Junior year.","Also includes a Myers Hardware Company memorandum book, which has some of Harvey's farm expenses for 1943.","Inludes a pencil marked Southern States Cooperative.","Includes biography, a couple of letters, one of which is from her sister, Elizabeth, a letter that School Board has raised her salary, a post card from brother Thomas, wedding invitation announcing marriage to Albert Orr McCown, and an W\u0026L Bicentennial Celebration invitation to her and Albert.  Also included is insurance receipt, no date.","One item is a Guide Ballot for the General Election, November 2, 1942 for Senator from the 20th Senatorial District of Virginia. (Rockbridge County)","Other material, 1964-1965.","Virginia Laws Made Plain: Laws and Legal Forms Prepared for the Use of Business Men, Farmers, and Mechanics, compiled by Hon. J. D. Hank, Jr..  Presented by Rockbridge National Bank, Lexington, Virginia, 1923.","Rockbridge National Bank, Lexington, Virginia, pocket calendar, 1930. ","Rockbridge National Bank, Lexington, Virginia, check, Sept. 21, 1935, made to Fred Berry from Mrs. Harvey L. Hotinger.","The Rockbridge National Bank pencil showing the 1960 Football Schedule for the Lexington Scarlet Hurricanes.","Photocopy of Kling's letter of resignation as Supt. of the Buena Vista School Board.","Invitation and program for the official dedication of the F. W. Kling, Jr. Elementary School, Buena Vista, Virginia, October 12, 1976.","Included is a Highland Maple Syrup advertisement, no date.","The War Time Diary, F. G. Walter (1837-1930), Co. A, 39th Battalion, Virginia Cavalry, Confederate States Army, June 20, 1863 - April 19, 1865.","Correspondence from Frank, to his brother and mother, December 10, 1862 - June 23, 1864. One letter from Frank's brother, Dorsey, to him, December 31, 1862.","Includes printouts of photographs given by Stewart Bennington.","Included are twelve handwritten lessons done by Catherine (Mrs. Harvey Hotinger), concerning the health of a baby.","Includes brochure, The Public Nurse, Outline of Activities.  Commonwealth of Virginia. State Board of Health. Bureau of Child Welfare. Richmond, 1924.","Bulletins include topics as follows: Scarlet Fever, Smallpox, Typhoid Fever, Measles, Mouth Hygeine, Simple Goiter, The Concrete Slab Pit Privy, Rules and Regulations for the Protection of Public Health, and Why Have Diphtheria?","Jamestown, Virginia National Park Service brochure, reprinted 1961. King's Arms Tavern Midday Fare menu, April 1962 and flyer.  Postcard with raised image of the States Exhibit Building, Jamestown Exposition, 1907.","Reunion Celebration for Classes of 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, and 1949 booklet, which includes \"What We've Been Doing\" forms for each class. Gift of Lisa McCown","Includes programs and newspaper articles for the Lexington High School Post War Year Reunions, July 29, 1978, College Inn Restaurant and June 11, 1983, W\u0026L Evans Dining Hall. Also includes a Memorial Address by George S. Lauderdale, and a Memorial Message prepared by Rev. Marion \"Pat\" Roberston, read by Edwin Adair. Both July 29, 1978. Gift of Lisa McCown","Includes early booklet, West Central 4-H Educational Center, Wirtz, Virginia 24184.  undated [1970's-1980's]","Includes deed trace.","A history of the Caproni biplane, which was forced to land on the John McCown farm, near Rokbridge Baths.  This history was compiled by Leon Johenning, and includes notes about the recovery of the airplane's propeller.","Includes some of Abraham Lincoln's quotes on slavery.","Photocopies of three newspaper articles on the February 17, 1962 Kerrs Creek Fire House dedication, and a February 21, 1987 Honorary Kerrs Creek Volunteer Fire Dept. Member Certificate for Albert T. McCown, who had passed away, August 17, 1985.","Includes photos of the First Lexington High School (1894-1903), the Ruffner builiding, which later was a graded school, Ann Smith Academy, which was used for Lexington High School (1903-1909), Ann Smith High School (1909-1927), which was later used as a grade school, and the Harrington Waddel High School (1927-).","Included is the Article of Incorporation and By-Laws.","Includes yearbooks, 1968-69, 1969-70, and 1970-71.","\"Author Brings Liberian Family'Home'\" THE NEWS-GAZETTE, October 1, 2014. Obituaries of Rev. S. T. A. Richards, Winston D. Richards, Mrs. Vyrie Maurilla Richards, and Liberian Statesman Ambassador George Padmore. Photocopy of a photo of J. Dossen Richards and a photo of John G. A. Richards.","The materials from Washington and Lee University Special Collections are made available for use in research, teaching, and private study, pursuant to U.S. Copyright law.  The user assumes full responsibility for any use of the materials, including but not limited to, infringement of copyright and publication rights of reproduced materials.  Any materials used should be fully credited with the source.  Permission for publication of this material, in part or in full, must be secured with the Head of Special Collections.","Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives","Rockbridge Historical Society","First Baptist Church (Lexington, Va.)","Randolph Street Methodist Church (Lexington, Va.)","Lylburn Downing School (Lexington, Va.)","Washington Post Company","African-Americans.  Staunton, Virginia","Agricultural Society of Rockbridge","Agriculture","Rockbridge Farmers Exchange","John Deere Centennial","United Way of America","Lee Memorial Association","Lexington Fire Department (Lexington, Va.)","Virginia Cooperative Extension","Rockbridge County Cooperative Extension","Southern Association of Colleges and Schools","Blue Ridge CASA for Children","Washington and Lee University. Board of Trustees","The Roanoke Times","Washington and Lee University. University Library. Special Collections and Archives","Lexington Gazette. (Lexington, Va.)","Washington and Lee University. News Office","Confederate States of America. Army. Liberty Hall Volunteers","Confederate States of America. Army. Stonewall Brigade","Confederate States of America. Army. Virginia Infantry Regiment, 4th","Roanoke Symphony Orchestra","Roanoke Valley Choral Society"," Los Angeles Times (Firm)","Washington and Lee University, Department of Athletics, Basketball","Washington and Lee University. Chavis House","Rockbridge County News","Virginia Historical Society","R. E. Lee Memorial Episcopal Church (Lexington, Va.)","Richmond Times-Dispatch","Winchester Star","Washington and Lee University","United Daughters of the Confederacy","Lettie Pate Evans Foundation","Washington and Lee University. Department of Athletics. Football","Frederick Ladies Relief Society","Albemarle County, Virginia","Winthrop University","Washington and Lee University. Chapel","United States Military Academy","United States. National Archives and Records Administration","The Free-Lance Star","Staunton Spectator","Confederate States of America. Army","Lewiston Teller","Idaho Daily Statesman","Washington and Lee University, Department of Athletics, Track and Field","Lexington Historical Shop","Virginia Cavalcade","Washington and Lee University, Department of Journalism and Mass Communications","Norfolk State University (Va.). Academy for Collegiate Excellence and Student Success","Washington and Lee University. Treasurer","Washington and Lee University. Registrar","Rural Living","McCormick Harvesting Machine Company","Washington and Lee University. Admissions Department","Parry McCluer High School","Rockbridge County, Virginia. School Board","Printing","The Dallas Daily Herald","Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital","Stonewall Jackson Hospital","Washington and Lee University. Student Health Center","Lindsey Funeral Home","The Coffeyville Daily Journal","Columbia University","Outdoor Sportsman Group. Fly Fisherman","Omicron Delta Kappa. Alpha Circle","Human Rights","Shenandoah Valley","Osteopathy","Horses","African Americans. Rockbridge County, Virginia","Brownsburg High School","African Americans.  Brownsburg, Virginia.","Grace Memorial Church (Lexington, Va.)","Lexington Presbyterian Church (Lexington, Va.)","New Monmouth Presbyterian Church (Lexington, Va.)","Timber Ridge Presybterian Church (Lexington, Va.)","Bible Society of the Confederate States","Confederate States of America. Army. Virginia Artillery. Rockbridge Battery, 1st (1861-1865)","Saddle and Harness Company","Hadson Development Corporation","Sunnyside Farm","Virginia Horse Center","Frontier Culture Museum","Dejarnette Center","Stonewall Jackson Hospital Auxiliary Inc.","Robert E. Lee Hotel","House Mountain. Rockbridge County, Virginia","House Mountain Inn","Hull's Drive-In","Virginia--Rockbridge County--Artists","Rockbridge Regional Library (Lexington, Va.) (Lexington, VA)","West Virginia--Lost River State Park","West Virginia--Lee White Sulphur Spring","Jordan's Point","Palmer Community Center","Washington and Lee University. Phi Beta Kappa","Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company","Chesapeake and Ohio Railway","Yellow Sulphur Springs Company","Virginia--Richmond","Washington and Lee University. Lee House. President's House","Seven Hills. Rockbridge County, Virginia","Cross Roads School","Denmark School","Highland Belle School ","Lexington High School (Lexington, Va.)","The Echo","The Scarletter","Liberty Hall Academy (Lexington, Va.)","Mountain View School","Palmer School","Southern Virginia College","Scotch Irish Congress","Franklin Society and Library Company of Lexington (Lexington, Va.)","The General Store (1894 - ) (Buena Vista, VA)","Denmark Store","Walker and Wood Brothers","United Daughters of the Confederacy. Rockbridge Chapter","Vesuvius Ruritan Club","Virginia Military Institute","Virginia Military Institute. Cameron Hall","University of Maryland","Virginia.  Public Schools","Washington Academy (Lexington, Va.)","Washington and Lee University--Alumni  and alumnae","Society of the Cincinnati in the State of Virginia","The Columns","Washington College","Concert Guild","Washington and Lee University. Doremus Gymnasium","Washington and Lee Univerity. Delta Kappa Epsilon","Kappa Alpha Order","Sigma Nu Fraternity. Lambda Chapter  (Washington and Lee University )","Habitat for Humanity, inc.","New York Times Company","Washington and Lee University.  Journalism Department","Washington and Lee University. School of Law","Washington and Lee University. Lenfest Center for the Arts","Washington and Lee University.  Memorial Gateway","Washington and Lee University. World War","Washington and Lee University. Mock Convention  ","Washington and Lee University. Tucker Hall ","Persian Gulf War","Afghanistan","Vietnam War","World War II","Washington College (Lexington, Va.)","Mill Mountain Zoo","Natural Bridge Zoo","North River Navigation Company","Log Cabins","Ferries--Virginia","Big Spring Mill","Clifton Forge, Virginia","Shenandoah Valley Railroad","Virginia. Department of Highways","Fairfield, Virginia","Lime Kiln Theater (1984-) (Lexington, Virginia)","Beeton family","Rockbridge Area Master Gardeners Association","France. Armele. Escadrille Lafayette","First Baptist Church (Buena Vista, Virginia)","Taverns (Inns)--Rockbridge County, Virginia","African Americans. Amherst County, Virginia","Law. United States","Kerrs Creek Ruritan Club","Virginia. State Teachers College at Harrisonburg (Harrisonburg, Va.)","Virginia. State Normal School for Women. Harrisonburg, Virginia","Virginia. Eliizabethan College. Salem, Virginia","World War II. Alcohol","World War II. Gasoline","Myers Hardware Co., Inc., Lexington, Virginia","Farming. Rockbridge County, Virginia.","Voting. Rockbridge County, Virginia","Rockbridge National Bank (Lexington, Va.)","Laws. Virginia","Buena Vista School Board","F. W. Kling, Jr. Elementary School. Buena Vista, Virginia","Farmer's Supply Co., Lexington, Virginia","Purina Mills, St. Louis, Missouri","Rockbridge Laundry and Dry Cleaners, Inc.","Rockbridge Farmer's Coop, Lexington, Virginia","Maple Festival (Highalnd County, Virginia)","Glen Maury Park (Buena Vista, Virginia)","Lake Robertson (Rockbridge County, Virginia)","Rockbridge Vineyard and Winery Company (Rockbridge County, Virginia)","Confederate States of America. Army. Virginia Cavalry Battalion 39th, Co.A","University Cleaners. (Lexington and Buena Vista, Virginia)","Denmark, Virginia","Tribbett's Store","Waterloo, Virginia","Kerrs Creek, Virginia","Walnut Flats School","Big Hill, Virginia","Egypt, Virginia","Lucy Selena Furnace","Rockbridge Alum Springs","Downey Family","Carter Family","Kentucky Lewis and Clark Bicentennial Commission","United States. National Park Service","Lewis and Clark Trail Heritage Foundation, Inc.","Philadelphia, Pennsylvania","Ohio River","U. S. Army Corps Of Engineers","Fincastle Presbyterian Church","Virginia Bureau of Child Health","Nurses--Virginia","Virginia Department of Health","Pulaski Co. (Va.)","Montgomery County (Va.)","Barclay family","Boatwright Family","Brooks family","Hamilton Family","McDowell family","Johnson family","Snowden Family","Matthews Family","McCown family","Newcomb Family","Rouse Family","Ruffner family","Washington Family","Webster Family","Ailstock Family","Alexander family","Alford Family","Anderson family  ","Blair family","Borden family","Brockenbrough family","Broun family","Brubeck family","Cunningham family","Custis family","Debo family","Dold family","Doremus Family","Edmiston family","Elliott Family","Fix Family","Gaines Family","Harer family","Harman family","Houston family","Hughes family","Johnston family","Jordan Family","Kahle Family","Link family","Livingston family","McAfee family","McClintic family","McFarland family  ","Mohler family","Morrison family","Moore Family","Obenshain family","Paul family","Preston family","Rees Family","Rhea family","Richey family","Salling Family","Scott family","Shaw family","Sherrard Family","Singleton Family","Stuart family","Waddell family","Warner family","Watts family","Whitlock Family","Willson Family","Wood family","Young Family","Leyburn family","Boogher Family","Gouldman Family","Garland family","Hayslett family","Ramsey family","Rogers family","Stearns family","Drummond family","Dickinson family","Mason family","Griffin family","Grigsby family","Porter Family","McGuffin Family","Hartless family","Alphin Family","Hartbarger Family","Bennington Family","Knick Family","Teaford family","Gunn, John McKenzie, Jr.","Adamson, Emily B.","Cauthern, Leslie","Delaney, Theodore C., Jr., Dr.","Jones, Falvorees, Jr.","Morrison, Edlow","Scott, Margaret","Thompson, Irma Blake","Collins, Courtney","Thompson, Irene","African-Americans. Lexington, Virginia","Baker, Wendell","Sloan, Alice","Merchant, Shawheim","Lackey, Tracey Dickerson","Dickerson-Suggs, Stacey","Ragsdale, Frances P.","African Americans. Rockbridge County, Virginia","Dorsey, Phillip","Ruffner, Henry, Reverend","Pierce, R.V. (Ray Vaughn), 1840-1914","Russ, Kurt","McDaniel, John M., III (John Milton)","McCoy, George W. ","Barnes, Emily","Lee, Robert E. (Robert Edward), 1807-1870","Henning, William Waller","Paxton, Alex. S.","Ailstock, Private","Taylor, Alex","Alexander, Archibald","Alexander, Hortense","Tucker, John Randolph","Allan, William, 1837-1889","Reasons, George","Anderson, Jo","McCormick, Cyrus Hall, 1809-1884","Anderson, Mary P. , - 1885","Armstrong, George D.","Armstrong, Rick","Auden, W.H.","Auden, Constance Rosalie, 1870-1941","Ballangee, James","Barclay, Ted, II (Alexander Tedford)","Barclay, William Houston","Barclay, Elizabeth","Telford, Jane Edmondson","Barclay, Polly Culbertson","Paxton, Phebe Alexander","Moore, Andrew, 1752-1821","Turner, Charles W. (Charles Wilson)","Barkley, Alben William, 1877-1956","Johnson, Edward","Baxter, George Addison","Barton, Benjamin Smith, Dr., 1766-1815","Jefferson, Thomas","Basse, Edgar Alfred, Jr.","Blackburn, Thomas","Boatwright, Robert McDearmon","Boatwright, John G. ","Booth, Augustus Lea","Borden, Benjamin, Sr.","Brady, Douglas Ellinipsico, Jr.","Hoffmann, August Carl","Brcin, John David","Brooks, William","White, James J. (James Jones)","Brooks, Andrew","Brooks, James M. ","Brouwer, Margaret Lee","Brown, Alexander S. ","Brown, Fannie","Brown, Clarence J. ","Wilson, John Delane","Brown, Robert","Brown, Benjamin","Brown, John","Brown, Manley","Patterson, William Brown","Bruinsma, Theodore","Buchanan, William","Buchser, Frank","Buncombe, Edward","Campbell, Ben Miller","Campbell, Edmund Douglas","Campbell, Henry Donald","Campbell, Robert Fishburne","Jackson, Thomas Jonathan (Stonewall)","Campbell, J. L. (John Lyle)","Canfield, Verne D.","Carrick, Samuel Czar","Carroll, Robert Patrick","Castle, Gray, 1931-1999","Caudill, Charles, Col.","Cavendish, William Henderson","Cavendish, Andrew","Chamberlain, George E. (George Earle)","Roosevelt, Theodore","Chavis, John","Chittum, Fanny Turner, 1809-1894","Claytor, Alexander B. , 1910-1995","Cline, Patsy","Cocke, Lucian Howard","Cooke, John Esten","Crenshaw, Marjorie Buford, 1912-1994","Crittenden, John J. (John Jordan), 1787-1863","Custis, Daniel Parke","Custis, John Parke","Dale, Rebecca","Daniels, Jonathan M., 1939-1965","Davidson, Charles A. (Charles Andrew)","Davis, Adelaide Sutro Weinberg","Davis, James Paxton, Jr.","Denny, George Hutcheson","Dickinson, Sally Bruce","Diehl, George West","Dodson, Ryland","Drake, George Francis","Driver, Robert J.","Du Pont, Jessie Ball, 1884-1970","Durkin, Kelsey Helen, 1992 - 2013","Edmondson, James K., Colonel","Ellis, Powhatan","Erwin, Benjamin, 1755-1822","Evans, Lettie Pate Whitehead","Ewell, Benjamin Stoddert","Fallon, Gary Robert","Farrar, James DuBois","Feddeman, Frederick Augustus","Fishwick, Marshall William","Fithian, Philip","Fletcher, Forest","Fletcher, John","Fletcher, Laura Mason","Ford, Joseph Henry, Jr.","Gaines, Edwin Metcalf, Dr.","Gaines, Francis Pendleton","Garber, Sandy","Garland, Landon C.","Garrett, William Allan","Gatewood, James","Gibbs, James Edward Allen, 1829 - 1902","Gorman, Michael K.","Graham, Samuel Mercer","Greenberg, Mel","Greenwood, John","Groot, Robert Douglas","Hahn, Hilary","Hall, Carolyn","Hall, Randolph","Hamer, Edward B., Jr. (Edward Buck)","Harris, Joyce","Harwood, Doug","Heale, Daniel P. ","Davis, Jefferson, 1808-1889","Higgins, Patty","Hite, Malinda","Hobson, John Peyton","Holland, J. Gill","Hotinger, Harvey Lewis","Hotinger, Myrtle","Howe, James Lewis, Jr.","Howerton, James Robert","Howerton, Mary N.","Huber, Helmot","Hudson, Frederick","Hull, Margaret Jones","Roosevelt, Eleanor","Hutcherson, James Morrison","Ipsen, Ernest","Moor, George","Jenks, James Alley","Johnson, Porter","Johnson, W.T. , Rev.","Johnston, William Preston","Jones, John","Jordan, Harry","Jordan, John","Joynes, Edward S.","Ju, I-Hsiung","Junkin, George, 1798 - 1868","Junkin, William F. ","Kahle, Matthew","Kamen, Stan","Kateley, Jack","Kempton, Melvin","Watts, Laura","Styles, Spottswood","King, Martin Luther, Jr.","Kozak, Samuel Joseph","Labro, Philippe","Lacy, Beverly Tucker","Lafferty, John J.","Latane, William","Latture, Rupert Nelson","Lauck, Charles Harold","Lauck, Charley","Peniston, Robert C.","Lee, Annie Carter","Lee, Elijah","Lee, George Bolling","Iversen, Eve","Watts, Jeri Hanel","McCabe, W. Gordon","Lee, George Washington Custis","Lee, Henderson, Rev.","Lee, Henrietta E. ","Lee, Mary Randolph Custis, 1807-1883","Lee, Mildred Childe, 1846-1905","Brown, Campbell (George Campbell Brown), 1840 - 1893","Scott, George C., 1927-1999","Chester, Samuel H.","Elrod, John W.","McCrummen, Norman H. , III","Lee, Agnes","Lee, Robert E., III, Colonel (Robert Edward), 1869-1922","Lee, Robert E., Jr., 1843-1914","Lee, Robert E., V, 1963-","Lee, Mary Custis","Leech, Holly","Letcher, John S. (John Seymour)","Lewis, Charles C. ","Lewis, James \"Jim\", -1875","Lewis, Sydney","Link, O. Winston (Ogle Winston)","Litzenburg, Thomas V., Jr.","Logan, John Lee, 1848-1890","Lokale, Michael","Lord, Norman Franklin","Lurate, Bob","Lyle, John Blair","MacCorkle, Daniel S. , 1905-","MacDonald, Ronald Herbert","Magruder, George W. ","Manning, Dennis G.","Mann, Larry","Mann, Sally","Matney, Angela Renee","Mattingly, Earl Stansbury","Maury, Matthew Fontaine","McAleer, James","McCaig, Donald","McClintock, J. William, 1931-1994","McCluer, Parry","McClung, Hunter, Dr.","McCown, Albert T.","Lockett, Ward","McCown, Josephine Hotinger","McCown, James L. ","McCormick, Robert, 1780-1846","McCown, John","McCown, John Graham, 1918-1994","Marshall, Richard","McCown, Charles A.","McCown, Alertie","McCown Boyts, Helen Siberia, 1908-1989","McCown, William Burnette, 1912-1982","McCown, Albert Orr","Mccown, Ruby Showalter","Showalter, W.L. ","Showalter, Nannie","McCown, Margaret Virginia","Showalter, Howard","Silas, William","Charles, H. Bernard","McCown, Samuel Thompson","McCown, Ida Shelton","McCown, Mary Shelton","Mccown, Jennifer","McCoy, John W.","McCrory, Julia A. ","McCrory, Elizabeth","McCrory, Samuel H. ","McCrum, Blanche Prichard","McCutchan, Frank, Rev.","McDowell, David Henry","McDowell, Ephriam, 1672-1775","McDowell, Samuel, 1735-1817","McDowell, John, 1706-1742","McFarland, Francis W., Reverend","McKee, William","McKee, John","McLaughlin, William","McLeod, Josephine","Menkemeller , Charles Allison","Miles, A. Stevens, Jr","Miley, Herbert","Miley, Michael, 1841-1918","Miller, James T. , 1856-1927","Miller, James F. ","Miller, Levi","Miller, Louis Franklin","Miriello, Frank A.","Mollenhoff, Clark Raymond","Moore, David E. ","Moore, Edward A. ","Moore, James","Moore, John Lyle","Moore, John Preston","Moore, Thomas Harold","Morrison, James, 1726-1804","Morrison, Robert Hall","Morrison, William McCutchan, Reverend","Mudd, Roger ","Murray, Albert","Murray, Charles Fletcher","Neel, Cyrus F.","Nelson, Robert William","Newton, Hope Hull","Northen, Mary Moody","Nuckols, Richard Henry","Nunnley, Lenora","Osteen, John","Owen, Robert Latham","Padgett, Frank, ?-1854","Parker, Severn Eyre","Patterson, Brown Craig","Glanville, Jim","Mays, Ryan","Beverley, William","Patton, James","Paxton, Elizabeth Alexander","Paxton, Thomas, 1722-1788","Peabody, George, 1795-1869","Pence, Gilbert Eugene","Perry, Marvin Banks, Jr.","Person, Junius Randolph","Pleasants, Alfred W. ","Pleasants, Jackie","Powell, Ottie Cline","Preston, John Thomas Lewis","Pusey, William W., III (William Webb)","Quinn, Robert R. ","Ravenhorst, Albertina","Rayder, Sam","Read, John","Rhinesmith, W. Donald","Rice, W. Thomas","Riegel, O. W. 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","Taylor, Charles Holt","Taylor, William","Telford, Robert Lee","Thompson, William M. , 1864-1955","Tilson, Warren Edward","Tracy, Betty (Elizabeth Kilbourne), 1908-1993","Tucker, Robert Henry","Turnbull, Walter Jonathan","Twombly, Cy","Valentine, Edward Virginius, 1838-1930","Vethake, Henry","Wade, Wada Phyllis","Walker, Forrest Edward","Warren, Mame (Mary Elizabeth)","Washburn, William Crane","Washington, Booker T., 1856-1915","Watkin, Lawrence Edward","Watkins, Richard","Watt, William Joseph","Weaver, William","White, Annie Jo","White, Archibald S., Jr","White, B.D.","White, Henry Alexander","Whitney, George S. (George Stephen)","Williams, Bob","Williams, Boyd H.","Williams, Charles Wiley","Williamson, Thomas Hoomes","Willis, Henry Parker","Wilson, William Lyne","Winchester, James R. ","Winston, Daniel","Wolfe, Thomas","Woods, Magdalene","Woods, Michael","Wu, Nelson I. ","Young, Cy","Ziegler, Thomas Joseph","Zimmer, Anne Carter","Bare, Virginia R.","Wade, Herman J.","Sensabaugh, Thomas Everett","Sensabaugh, Dorothy","Bare, Emily Lorena","Patterson, Ed","Miller, Henry","Mikell, Louise","Vance, Samuel","Robb, Charles S.","McAlpine, Katherine E.","Gilliam, Frank Johnson","Clark, Pendleton Scott","Gillette, Charles","Lee, Carter","Hobbs, Patricia A.","Douty, Horace","Alphin, Mary","Agnew, Jean Cameron, 1877-1955","Irvine, Carrie M.","Brockenbrough, John","Reynolds, Patrick M","Young, Neely","Quarles, James A., Dr. (James Addison)","Elrod, Mimi Milner","Rutherford, John, Class of 1966","Kern, Thomas D.","Hadsel, Fred L. ","Jarrett, H. Marshall","Lykes, Joseph","Lykes, John","McGuire, Odell S.","Rogers, James C.","Ranson, Thomas D.","Whitley, Paige","Ross, Jacob","Skinner, John","Reed, Avery H.","Gilvin, Jack","Lewis, Peter Simon","McClung, Ann","MacLeod, Douglas","Duvall, Severn Parker Costin","Kondayan, Betty Ruth","Borgus, Brown Colbert","Henry, Patrick","Goldsten, Joseph","Phillips, Charles Franklin, Jr.","White, G. Edward","Hotinger, Catherine Von Bora Alphin","Alphin, Leonidas LyCurgus","Alphin, Olive Virginia Teaford","Welsh, Hope","Rader, Mary E.","McCown, Margaret Virginia Tardy","Hank, J. D., Jr.","Kling, F. W., Jr.","Rouse, Parke Shepherd, III","Carter, Erle Preston","Walter, Frederick William","Walter, Dorsey","Walter, Franklin Gardner","Hartbarger, Cleopatra Evalina \"Party\" Hughes","Bennington, Stewart","Holladay, James Minor, Rev.","McCurdy, John","Spong, William B., Jr., Senator","Lyndon B. Johnson, President","Lyle, Royster, Jr.","Thomas, Carlson, Mrs","Darst, H. 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Permission for publication of this material, in part or in full, must be secured with the Head of Special Collections."],"has_online_content_ssim":["false"],"extent_ssm":["12 Linear Feet"],"extent_tesim":["12 Linear Feet"],"date_range_isim":[1609,1610,1611,1612,1613,1614,1615,1616,1617,1618,1619,1620,1621,1622,1623,1624,1625,1626,1627,1628,1629,1630,1631,1632,1633,1634,1635,1636,1637,1638,1639,1640,1641,1642,1643,1644,1645,1646,1647,1648,1649,1650,1651,1652,1653,1654,1655,1656,1657,1658,1659,1660,1661,1662,1663,1664,1665,1666,1667,1668,1669,1670,1671,1672,1673,1674,1675,1676,1677,1678,1679,1680,1681,1682,1683,1684,1685,1686,1687,1688,1689,1690,1691,1692,1693,1694,1695,1696,1697,1698,1699,1700,1701,1702,1703,1704,1705,1706,1707,1708,1709,1710,1711,1712,1713,1714,1715,1716,1717,1718,1719,1720,1721,1722,1723,1724,1725,1726,1727,1728,1729,1730,1731,1732,1733,1734,1735,1736,1737,1738,1739,1740,1741,1742,1743,1744,1745,1746,1747,1748,1749,1750,1751,1752,1753,1754,1755,1756,1757,1758,1759,1760,1761,1762,1763,1764,1765,1766,1767,1768,1769,1770,1771,1772,1773,1774,1775,1776,1777,1778,1779,1780,1781,1782,1783,1784,1785,1786,1787,1788,1789,1790,1791,1792,1793,1794,1795,1796,1797,1798,1799,1800,1801,1802,1803,1804,1805,1806,1807,1808,1809,1810,1811,1812,1813,1814,1815,1816,1817,1818,1819,1820,1821,1822,1823,1824,1825,1826,1827,1828,1829,1830,1831,1832,1833,1834,1835,1836,1837,1838,1839,1840,1841,1842,1843,1844,1845,1846,1847,1848,1849,1850,1851,1852,1853,1854,1855,1856,1857,1858,1859,1860,1861,1862,1863,1864,1865,1866,1867,1868,1869,1870,1871,1872,1873,1874,1875,1876,1877,1878,1879,1880,1881,1882,1883,1884,1885,1886,1887,1888,1889,1890,1891,1892,1893,1894,1895,1896,1897,1898,1899,1900,1901,1902,1903,1904,1905,1906,1907,1908,1909,1910,1911,1912,1913,1914,1915,1916,1917,1918,1919,1920,1921,1922,1923,1924,1925,1926,1927,1928,1929,1930,1931,1932,1933,1934,1935,1936,1937,1938,1939,1940,1941,1942,1943,1944,1945,1946,1947,1948,1949,1950,1951,1952,1953,1954,1955,1956,1957,1958,1959,1960,1961,1962,1963,1964,1965,1966,1967,1968,1969,1970,1971,1972,1973,1974,1975,1976,1977,1978,1979,1980,1981,1982,1983,1984,1985,1986,1987,1988,1989,1990,1991,1992,1993,1994,1995,1996,1997,1998,1999,2000,2001,2002,2003,2004,2005,2006,2007,2008,2009,2010,2011,2012,2013,2014,2015,2016],"accessrestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThis collection is open for research use.\u003c/p\u003e"],"accessrestrict_heading_ssm":["Conditions Governing Access"],"accessrestrict_tesim":["This collection is open for research use."],"bioghist_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eCottie was the daughter of John D. 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The Board of Directors indluded Raymond Hostetter, Harry Swisher, Raymond Hartbarger, Arthur Alphin, Tom Dunlap, and Harold Hotinger.\u003c/p\u003e"],"bioghist_heading_ssm":["Biographical / Historical","Biographical / Historical","Biographical / Historical","Biographical / Historical"],"bioghist_tesim":["Cottie was the daughter of John D. Fitzpatrick, the original owner of the Fitzpatrick General Store at Kerrs Creek, Viginia.","The author, John McCurday was a classmate of Pat Robertson at Lexington High School in Lexington, Virginia.  Pat became a TV evangelistic preacher.  Pat also attended Washington and Lee University, and ran for President of the United States 1988 bid.","Incomplete paper tells stories about the Radford Arsenal in the early 1950s.","Initiators of the new fire department were Dean Knick, R. A. Engleman, Raymond Hostetter, Paul Higgins, Tom Dunlap, Albert McCown, Paul Plott, Warren Smith, and Harry Swisher.  The new officers of the Kerrs Creek Fire Dept. were John A. Hostetter, president; Albert McCown, Vice President; Harry M. Swindler, Secretary; Warren A. Smith, Fire Chief; and Hunter Ayres, Assist. Fire Chief.  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Also included, a June 1995 Thank You from the American Red Cross, Virginia West Virginia Floods DR#686, to Josephine for sharing her time and special talents, while helping people recover from the Virginia/West Virginia Floods.","photocopies","A Texas-Sized Donation for Virginia Colleges, by Gregory Turley, Washington and Lee Class of 1987.","photocopy","General R. E. Lee's war-Horses, Traveller and Lucy Long.  Southern Historical Society Papers. Vol.18. Richmond, Va., January-December, 1890.","photocopy","Dwelling in Lexington, Virginia, designed by Pendleton Scott Clark, architecture renowned for authenticity, was completed in 1929 for W\u0026L Dean and Mrs. Frank J. Gilliam.  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The school burned while the students were at home on Christmas vacation.\u003c/p\u003e"],"relatedmaterial_heading_ssm":["Related Materials"],"relatedmaterial_tesim":["See Catherine's 1922 Elizabethan College yearbook (Rare LD 7251 .S32 E44 v.5 1922). She played basketball and her cousin Hope Welsh also attended there.  The school burned while the students were at home on Christmas vacation."],"scopecontent_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003ePublished lecture by retired professor John McKenzie Gunn, dated April 25, 1994; \"Can Economics be Both Relevant and 'good'?\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolder includes four items: \"A Community's Stories\" article from The News Gazzette concerning an exhibit by the Rockbridge Historical Society; a list of 'Old Lexington Colored People,' from the early 1900's from Leslie Lyle Campbell's notes; information on a group of slaves from Caroline County (a page copied from Colonial Caroline: a History of Caroline County, Virginia); and a letter to Special Collections concerning information on the holdings of records concerning black history in Virginia.  Nine Historic Lexington Foundation interviews done for Black History Month 2016, mostly by Beverly Tucker, one by Anne McClung, and one by W\u0026amp;L Students Caitlin Mullen '05 and Anne Young '04, with Lexington African Americans and one Buena Vista resident.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e143 pages printed from the 1810 Virginia Census, listing \"Other Free\" Heads of Household, by family name.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegister of Free Negroes of Rockbridge County, Virginia, with index.  According to the Act of the General Assembly of Virginia.  Passed January 25, 1803\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRegister of Marriages, Colored Persons in Rockbridge County under act of Virginia Assembly Passed February 27, 1866\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of Washington Post article, \"The Captive Nations of Slaves,\" covering an exhibit at the Museum of the Confederacy named \"Before Freedom Came,\" 1991. \nReceipt for purchase of slave, John. 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The Lexington Gazette, and Rockbridge Farmer, June 23, 1840.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolder includes \"Pierce's Memorandum and Account Book: Designed for Farmers, Mechanics, and all People,\" 1872.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy of ledger, 1892-1903.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolder includes a copy of a report of \"Approval of Site, Plans, etc.\" for a school house at Alone Mill; a balance sheet by Alone Canning Co., and a photocopy of a pencil drawn map of Alone Mill. Also includes a lecture paper by Anne McClung, which includes many photos.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolder includes \"Selected Bibliography for Historic Artifact Identification and Analysis\" prepared by Kurt C. Russ and John M. 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Also includes the minutes of Board Meeting, May 9, 1995.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains student paper authored by Emily Barnes '01 titled \"Lee Memorial Association.\" In addition, a copy of a sketch from 1883 about the Lee Memorial Association titled \"Southern Historical Society Papers.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBooklet titled \"Education for a Better Tomorrow, 1992 Annual Report.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Procedings\" publication published by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, including reports and activities of the 100th Annual Meeting in Atlanta Georgia as well as current lists of member insitutions.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes photocopy of a 1758 schedule titled \"To the Militia of the Coutny of Augusta, and for Provisions furnished by sundry inhabitants of the said county, viz.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes photocopies of two letters concerning Washington and Lee student, John West Addison.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArticle titled \"A Confederate Hero,\" from \u003ctitle\u003eBlue and Gray\u003c/title\u003e, 1984.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBiography compiled in 1997 concerning Archibald Alexander (5 pgs. long).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondence about the Washington and Lee Homecoming Queen from c.1893 and her protrait which hangs in the Special Collections vault (WLU Coll PP 0081).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains an article titled \"Colonel William Allan at McDonough\"; an 1889 address by J. Randolph Tucker; and an 1890 memorial by Washington and Lee Board of Trustees concerning Allan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes a biography and illustration of Allen under the title of \"The Headlight.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopry of newpaper article concerning Anderson, slave of Cyrus McCormick.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy of biography concerning Armstrong from the \"Dictionary of American Biography.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArticle titled \"Civil War Author on the Trail of History.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo copies of a Christmas oration in memoriam of Constance Rosalie Auden.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eObituaries, clipped from Roanoke Times 2002.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBiography of Alexander Tedford Barclay compiled by Washington and Lee student in 1997.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBiography compiled in 1997 and geneological chart showing many prominent people of Rockbridge County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNarrative titled \"Aunt Elizabeth Remembers;\" interview with retired Washington and Lee professor, Charles Turner.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopies of newspaper clippings concerning the death of Barkley at Washington and Lee University.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy of a letter to George Baxter from Edward Johnson introducing Dr. Barton, December 21, 1805. Pamphlet entitled, \"How Many Botany Books Did Thomas Jefferson Own?\" mentioning Dr. Barton.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy of Calyx 1939 yearbook picture. Basse gave donation towards Special Collections workroom.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Fatal Affray,\" Lexington Gazette, January 19, 1854. Murder of Cadet Thomas Blackburn.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopies of Calyx yearbook pictures and Alumni directory information. John G. Boatwright '15 made donation for the University Library reading room in memory of Robert McDearmon Boatwright '42.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eObituary, Washington and Lee University News Home, 5/12/2006.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eTwo separate biographies for Borden Jr. and Sr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eE-mail message to the Washington and Lee community concerning Brady's death, obituaries from the News-Gazette and The Roanoke Time. Article titled \"'Pat' Brady's Life One of Quiet Service to a Community He Loved So Dearly,\" the News-Gazette.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy of letter from Andrew Brooks to sister, January 23,1861; photocopy and written transcript of letter from James J. White relating to the death of William Brooks, July 16,1861; photocopy of telegram to J.M. Brooks relating to the remains of his son, William Brooks, July 20,1861; Diary entries written by Andrew Brooks in Augusta County.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eComposer in Residence, Roanoke Symphony Orchestra, Roanoke Valley Choral Society, 1995-1996, pgs. 7-8.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopies of letters to his sister, Fannie, September 20, 1846, and September 7, 1848, while a student at Washington College. Original letters reside at Virginia Military Academy Archives.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRadio script concerning Clarence Brown used in Cincinnati, Ohio on the radio program, \"Personalities in your Government.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRobert and Benjamin Brown's relatives who attended Washington and Lee University. A letter addressed to President John Delane Wilson from their mother, Elizabeth Barry Brown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolder includes a Civil War centennial commemorative edition of the Valley News Echo concerning John Brown's Raid and Harper's Ferry(2 copies); Stanton Spectator article titled \"The Out-break at Harper's Ferry\"; Stanton Spectator article concerning John Brown's execution titled \"Results of the Trial\"; Richmond Times-Dispatch article titled \"Documents in Treason Trial of John Brown; The Sunday Baltimore article titled \"Verdict Missing in Brown Papers; a history course examinaton concerning this time period; an account by someone named \"Jackson\" of John Brown's execution addressed to his wife.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArticles from three local newspapers titled \"He's a Third-Generation Blacksmith,\" \"The Village Blacksmith, Manly Brown, Dies at 93,\" \"Family Dreams of Living Museum. Jack Chaffee as Blacksmith and Curator of Brown's Forge.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes photocopy of the Ministerial Directory of the Presbyterian Church in the United States highlighting William Brown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains obituary of Bruinsma dated September 17, 1999.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes color notecard of Frank Buchser painting of Robert E. Lee, \"The Last Life Portrait of General Robert E. Lee,\" a letter from Buchser to Lee concerning a portrait, Washington and Lee News Release titled \"General Lee 'Comes Home' for His Birthday,\" Religious Herald article titled \"Valentine's Recumbent Statue of General Robert E. Lee,\" and correspondence between various researchers interested in this topic and Special Collections.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBooklet titled \"Edward Buncombe and Buncombe County.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eObituary, \"Thrown from Horse...,\" by Lexington Gazette.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eObituary found in the News-Gazette about Edmund Campbell, a Washington and Lee graduate and attorney who worked on various cases concerning desegregation of Virginia schools.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a biography excerpt from \"Who's Who in America\" and an obituary by the Lexington Gazette.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an obituary of John Lyle Campbell Sr. by the Lexington Gazette, a biography writtten by his son Robert Fishburne Campbell, and copies of letters between Robert E. Lee and Prof. Campbell as well as T.J. Jackson and Prof. Campbell.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes article \"Coach Nears End of Not-So-Typical Career: Washington and Lee's Canfield Prepares for Life After 31 Years of Generals' Basketball,\" and a Roanoke Times article named \" 'I Hope I've Touched Some Lives.' \"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBiography by the American National Biography Online.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains one photocopy of obituary by News-Gazette.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eObituary by the News-Gazette.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eMemorial program for Gray Castle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRoanoke Times article concerning Caudill's retirement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains a booklet titled \"The Cavendish Family History.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolder includes biography and copies of two letters from Theofore Roosevelt, one concerning a memorial to Robert E. Lee and the other one concerning Chamberlain's son.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolder contains at least twenty eight separate items concerning John Chavis, from articles, portraits, letters, records, to research papers concerning his role in Washington and Lee Lee as well as African American history. Also included are the W\u0026amp;L Alumni magazine artices, \"Chavis House named,\" March/April 1986 and \"Chavis House dedicated,\"  November/December 1986.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes obituary by Rockbridge County News.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile contains obituary by the News-Gazette.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an article titled Honor Rolls,\" a set of photographs, and a pamphlet commemorating her life and work.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolder includes an obituary written by The Lexington Gazette.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLexington Gazette obituary about Crenshaw.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe file includes a biography by the American National Biography Online.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a photocopied catalogue of the Library of Daniel Parke Custis: From a Manuscript in the Collection of the Virginia Historical Society, \"The Magazine of History and Biography,\" October 1909, pages 404-412.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe Library of John Parke Custis, Esq., of Fairfax County, Virginia, \"Tyler's Quarterly,\" October 1927, pages 97-103.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a greeting card made by the Artists of the Lexington, Virginia Note Card Series, 2002.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe file includes a program in memory of Daniels, hosted at Robert E. Lee Memorial Church.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an article titled \"Turning 90 is Just Another Milestone in Lexington Woman's Interesting Life.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes three articles concerning Professor DeLaney's professional career.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes photocopies of newspaper obituaries of her death on December 10,1940. Photocopy of a newspaper article, \"U.D.C. Holds Exercises at Sayler Creek Battlefield\" at which Ms. Dickinson was a speaker. Photocopy of a page concerning Miss Dickinson's book, \"Confederate Leaders.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes article titled \"Service Held for Dr. G.W. Diehl.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArticled titled \"Judge Ryland Dodson Remembers Early 20th Century Tobacco Farming,\" September 2000.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile contains e-mail message distributed by the Broadcast Mailer at Washington and Lee on the death of Francis Drake.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes biography.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a biography from the Lettie Pate Evans Foundation website and some genealogy from the LDS website.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes two copies of the memorial service program for Farrar's passing and a photocopy of a News-Gazette article titled \"Tiger.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an article titled \"He Disciplined Popular Culture\" as well as an obituary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a photocopy of the \"Washington and Lee Ambulance Unit\" from the 1926 Alumni Directory. This photocopy features an article about Fletcher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes notes on \"Miss Laura.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes photocopies of two obituaries concerning Mr. Ford.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a photocopy of Roanoke Times newspaper clipping titled \"New President of Washington and Lee.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes obituary.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolder includes biography on Mr. Gatewood.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a photocopy of obituary for Mercer Graham.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes photocopies of articles concerning the life and career of Mel Greenberg.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes biography on Mr. Greenwood, dentist of George Washington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a memorial program as well as an obituary by the Roanoke Times.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes article titled \"Randolph Hall Refused to Fail.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes memorial program.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes two photocopies of the Washington and Lee Alumni Magazine with an article focused on Ms. Harris, titled \"Still Crazy After All These Years.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes photocopy of article titled \"Off the beaten path: the Chronicler of Lexington is an institution himself.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes photocopy of a petition to Jefferson Davis representing that Heale is a citizen of Giles County, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an appendix titled \"The Mystery Woman.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a photocopy of a biographical sketch of Hobson by Charles Lee Hobson, March 5, 1998. Photocopies of two papers by Hobson entitled \"How I came to Elizabethtown, Kentucky\" and \"How General Lee Came to Washington College.\" Photocopies of a letter to Lee concerning Hobson (1869) and a Louisville Times article about the letter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes Harvey's Lexington High School, Senior Class Graduation invitation, June 1, 1950.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a photocopy of essay titled \"James Lewis Howe - Chemist and Philatelist.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArticle includes biography and obituary concerning Howerton and his wife Mary N.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes notes on Mrs. Hull, a source for Eleanor Roosevelt's Visit to Goshen Recalled.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes 27 photocopies of letters, transcripts, notes, etc. on Mr. Hutcherson, Washington and Lee University Class of 1902.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a letter concerning Ipsen's chauffer, as well as photocopy of portrait of Lee painted by Ipsen.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes \"Stonewall,\" a commemorative section of The News-Gazette concerning the Jackson Statue Rededication. In addition, a set of remarks and notes by Mayor Derrick and papers of lectures given by Mary Coulling, Robert F. Hunter, James I. Robertson, Jr., and the Frederick Ladies Relief Society. Program and brochure.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes article titled \"Window on the Past: An Unusual Tribute to Stonewall Jackson;\" \"'Stonewall' Jackson's Grave;\" \"Jackson Day,\" and many more copies of similarly focused articles from local newspapers. Also included a brochure reprinted and distributed by Stonewall Jackson Memorial Incorporate, Lexington, Virginia, \"The Religious Character of Stonewall Jackson,\" an address by James Power Smith, D.D., Captain and A.D.C. Staff of General Jackson. The address was delivered at the Inauguration of the Stonewall Jackson Memorial Building, Virginia Military Institute, June 23, 1897.\nA printed map showing all of Stonewall Jackson's movements, Compliments of Stonewall Jackson Memorial, Inc., Lexington, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopies of material concerning Jackson as constable.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes eleven photocopies, black and white and color of Moor as Jackson, one of which is at Virginia Military Institute. Two color photos.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes article from The American Art Journal titled \"Gilbert Stuart's Portraits of Thomas jefferson\" as well as a photocopy of the Spring 1982 article, \"The Adams-Jefferson portrait Exchange.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes photocopies of obituaries and photographs concerning the Johnson and McDowell families.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a photocopy of inside cover of \"Closing Exercises of Privat School.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes photocopy of biography from \"Dictionary of American Biography.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBiking Through Albemarle with John Jones, Scottsville Museum, Capturing Our Heritage\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a copy of a magazine titled \"The Iron Worker\" as well as handwritten and typewritten copies of \"A Sketch of Colonel John Jordan (1777-1854).  Also includes a paper, \"John Jordan, Virginia Builder,\" by Marshall Fishwick, and a photocopy of Summer 1973 Virginia Cavalcade article, \"John Jordan: Builder and Entrepreneur,\" by L. Moody Simms, Jr.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a booklet titled \"Edward Southey Joynes: Father of the University and Life Trustee of Winthrop.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a magazine article titled \"A Chinese Master Opens Western Eyes to Eastern Art.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes various pieces, including \"The Unusual of Lieutenant George C. Junkin, C.S.A.,\" a discourse commemorative of George Junkin delivered in the West Spruce St. Presbyterian Church, and \"George Junkin and His Eschatological Vision,\" and \"Secession Fever on a Southern Campus.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes articles titled \"Matthew Kahle's Log\" and \"Old George , 1844.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe file includes a brochure for The Stan Kamen Collection of Western Art at Washington and Lee University.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a biography, obituary, funeral and memorial services programs.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an obituary (dated August 1, 1955) and two Athletic Association certificates for cross country, 1928 and track, 1929.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIn Memoriam, A senseless tragedy. The New President, John F. Kennedy, 1917-1963. POST, The Saturday Evening Post, December 14, 1963.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes various copies of programs of \"A Celebration of the Life of King,\" bulletins for churches, as well as various programs, which includes Black History Month.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThe 2010 Black History Month program includes the following:  Poem, \"From the Shanty to the White House,\" by Laura Watts; \"Ground Hog Poem,\" by Spotswood Alexander Styles; \"What If There Were No Black Folk?,\" by Barbara Leahy, 1998.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a memorial service program held at Lee Chapel on July 5, 1997.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a photocopy of a newspaper article concerning Labro, November 12, 1988.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an obituary from the Rockbridge County News, November 8, 1900.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJ. J. Lafferty: A Remarkable Life, Secrets of the Blue Ridge\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes information concerning the burial of Latane and a painting of and poem about the burial.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an article titled \"America's Baskerville Printer.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes article from the News Gazette titled \"It's a Lauck!\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an article concerning the death of Annie Lee by The Roanoke News; a copy of music sung at Ms. Lee's funeral and the Washington and Lee memorial service; articles titled \"Famous Daughter Laid to Rest at W\u0026amp;L\" and \"Annie Lee's Remains Now in Lee Chapel\"; a program, In Memoriam Anne Carter Lee; invitation to private memorial service and luncheon at Lee House; remarks made by Mary Coulling at the private memorial service; remarks made by Capt. Peniston at the private memorial service for Annie Carter Lee; two color postcards of her grave and monument at Warren County, North Carolina; and an excerpt from a letter written at West Point, concerning the young gentlemen.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an obituary of Mr. Lee, former Mayor of Buena Vista.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes article concerning the death and burial of Dr. G.B. Lee by the Ring-tum Phi.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes obituary of Lee by the Ring-tum Phi; \"From West Point to Fort Point: The Story of George Elliot and Custis Lee\"; \"Major-General George Washington Custis Lee\"; \"Last Battles: The Wartime and Postwar Careers of Custis Lee\"; and photocopies of items at the National Archives concerning G.W.C. Lee.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a booklet with an article titled \"Reverend Henderson Lee: Father of Presbyterianism in Lunenburg County.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an article titled \"The Manly and Upright will Brand Your Name Infamy.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes article titled \"They Surrendered Honorably,\" an excerpt from a letter to her cousin Caroline from Derwent, and a collection of letters from Mrs. Mary Custis Lee to the Snowden Family of Alexandria, Virginia entitled \"My Dear Louisa.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes copies of letters containing information suggesting that G. Campbell Brown, stepson of Gen. Richard Ewell, began courting Mildred Lee and later proposed to her. In addition, the file includes an article concerning the death of Mildred Lee's death.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThis file includes twenty-seven separate items. Of these items, there are various brochures and booklets entitled, \"Robert E. Lee: Innovative Educator,\" \"Notes on a Visit to Robert E. Lee,\" \"Lee: The Final Achievement,\" and \"Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson Returned to Lexington, Virginia.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e In addition, the following articles: \"Furtherance of Southern Education was Lee's Goal;\" \"Aging Successfully: The Example of Robert E. Lee;\" \"How Gen. Lee Came to Washington College;\" \"After 32 Years, Lee-Jackson Painting on Display;\" \"General Lee After the War,\" from the magazine \u003cemph\u003eThe Century Magazine\u003c/emph\u003e; \"Reminiscences of General Lee,\" \u003cemph\u003eThe Outlook\u003c/emph\u003e pages 964-969; \"The Last Years of Lee\" delivered to the United Daughters of the Confederacy; \"The Robert E. Lee Birthday Celebration;\" \"Lee Centennial at Washington and Lee,\" from \u003cemph\u003eThe Southern Collegian\u003c/emph\u003e; \"On the Life and Character of Gen. Robert E. Lee,\" written by John W. Daniel for the \u003cemph\u003eLexington Gazette\u003c/emph\u003e; \"Unveiling Lee's Statue,\" written by John W. Daniel for the \u003cemph\u003eStaunton Spectator\u003c/emph\u003e; Article written for \u003cemph\u003eThe Free-Lance Star\u003c/emph\u003e by Capt. Robert Peniston entitled \"The Last Tour;\" Articled written by John Elrod for the \u003cemph\u003eRichmond Times-Dispatch\u003c/emph\u003e entitled, \"Lee as Educator Sought to Heal Wounds;\" and an Article written by Captain James L.D. Monroe entitled \"General Robert E. Lee Covers.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\nThe file includes excerpts from letters written by Agnes Lee to her friend Lizzie Fuller and Mrs. R.E. Lee concerning Robert E. Lee's death, as well as \"General Lee's Special Letters,\" notes used by Captain Peniston during his talk to the Alumni College at Washington and Lee, July 2006.  \nThere are two chapters from two books: \"College Days Under General Lee,\" chapter 6 of the book, \u003cemph\u003eMemories of Four-Score Years\u003c/emph\u003e by Samuel Hall Chester; \"The Lee-White Friendship,\" chapter 7 of \u003cemph\u003eOld Zeus: Life and Letters of James J. White.\u003c/emph\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eFinally, the file includes remarks on Robert E. Lee made at Kiwanis by Capt. Robert Peniston, an essay entitled \"Lee at Appomattox,\" photocopies of two sketches by Robert E. Lee of soldiers in the Mexican Army sent home to his children, a copy of an endorsement of young Robert E. Lee from William B. Leary, his teacher in Alexandria, and a program and flier of the memorial observance of Lee given by the Liberty Hall Volunteers re-enactment group and Washington and Lee Alumni. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eEight items added to file.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eProgram, Robert E. Lee Week, August 22-26, 1932, The Greenbrier and Cottages, White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\"A Tribute to General Robert E. Lee,\" by Dr. Julian C. Brown (1856-1904).\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAn Interview with General Robert E. Lee by John Leyburn.  The Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine. May to October 1885.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThe Hardy Heritage by Harold D. Garber, Moorefield (WV) Examiner, January 2010.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eDeath of Gen. R. E. Lee, The Virginia Gazette, October 14, 1870.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eA Dream of Robert E. Lee Comes True, by Virgil C. Jones, The United States Publisher, September 1928.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eLEE, The Photographic History of the Civil War.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003e\"Cache,\" Autumn Song, by Ceane O'Hanlon-Lincoln.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes various copies of programs for memorial services honoring Robert E. Lee as well as an article entitled \"Decoration Day at the Graves of Lee and Jackson.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an obituary by the \u003cemph\u003eLexington Gazette\u003c/emph\u003e, articles in the \u003cemph\u003eRockbridge County News\u003c/emph\u003e and the \u003cemph\u003eLexington Gazette\u003c/emph\u003e concerning his death and funeral, one entitled \"The Burial March of Dundee.\" In addition, the file includes a \u003cemph\u003eRing-tum Phi\u003c/emph\u003e article entitled, \"May Remove Colonel Lee from Chapel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes articles entitled \"Children of the Blue and Gray,\" from \u003cemph\u003ePeople Magazine\u003c/emph\u003e and \"Robert E. Lee V Tries to Avoid Trading on His Honored Name\" from \u003cemph\u003eThe Atlanta Journal and Constitution\u003c/emph\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes articles entitled \"On the Trail of Robert E. Lee's Daughters\" and \"Author Says Unmarried Women Neglected by Historians\" from the \u003cemph\u003eDaily News Leader\u003c/emph\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes photocopies of two obituaries for Mr. Letcher, 1994.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an essay written by Charles C. Lewis entitled \"A Tale of an Oar: A Hidden Message Revealed.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes obituaries of James Lewis, Stonewall Jackson's faithful body servant, \u003cemph\u003eLexington Gazette\u003c/emph\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes article by the \u003cemph\u003eRichmond Times-Dispatch\u003c/emph\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an obituary from the \u003cemph\u003eLewiston Teller\u003c/emph\u003e and an article In Memoriam by the \u003cemph\u003eIdaho Daily Statesman\u003c/emph\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an obituary from \u003cemph\u003eThe News-Gazette\u003c/emph\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an article by the \u003cemph\u003eNews-Gazette\u003c/emph\u003e entitled \"Shop to Feature Books, Items on War Era.\" In addition, the file includes a brochure to the Lexington Historical Shop and business card for Lurate.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an article from the \u003cemph\u003eVirginia Cavalcade\u003c/emph\u003e entitled \"John Blair and His 'Automatic Bookstore'.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes three pages with information about MacCorkle for the Alumni Directory and Jacket File.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a brief biography of MacCorkle by the Washington and Lee University News Office, a biographical statement, \"Information for the Alumni Directory and Jacket File,\" and a picture of Stuart MacCorkle.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes two obituaries.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an article by the \u003cemph\u003eRoanoke Times\u003c/emph\u003e entitled, \"New Headmaster Mixes Work and Play.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a magazine article entitled, \"Persisting in the Publishing World.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an obituary by the \u003cemph\u003eNews Gazette\u003c/emph\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a 2001 article entitled, \"The Man Behind the Name: New Biography Explores The Achievements of 'Fesser' McCluer\" and obituaries for the \u003cemph\u003eLexington Gazette\u003c/emph\u003e and the \u003cemph\u003eRockbridge County News\u003c/emph\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a photocopy of a short biography of McClung.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a medal - \u003cemphp\u003eCentennial of the Reaper, 1831-1931\u003c/emphp\u003e; a booklet entitled \u003cemph\u003eMcCormick Celebration, September 25, 1931\u003c/emph\u003e; a color brochure of the McCormick Farm; a biography from the McCormick International Harvester Collection Archives; and two copies of the \u003cemph\u003eIron Worker\u003c/emph\u003e featuring an article entitled, \"Walnut Grove--Where Farm Mechanization Began.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a program of retirement from 25 years of service to the Buena Vista City Public Schools, two biographies, and two photographs of Albert McCown, about 1955 and Oct. 1980.  Also included an early color Christmas card printed by Albert, before his marriage, while he studied Industrial Arts at VPI. Also a Christmas card printed by Albert at his home in Kerrs Creek, Rockbridge County, VA, about 1970's, when he had his family, and an envelope of Albert's, McCown's Printing Service.  Included is his name tag for the Virginia School Boards Association, Rockbridge County, with ribbons, Board Member, Delegate. A newspaper clipping, \"McCown New Member of School Board,\" and photocopy of the News-Gazette clipping featuring Albert's service to the Rockbridge County School Board.  Also included a return address envelope, Parry McCluer High School, Athletic Department, Buena Vista, VA 24416, maybe printed by Albert when he was Athletic Director there. A 1973-74 basketball/wrestling Parry McCluer high school card.  A photo of Albert and coworker Industrial Arts Teacher, Ward Lockett.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAlso includes a 1969 issue of THE VISTA, which includes an article, \"Teacher of the Month: Albert McCown.\" On the title page of this issue is a sketch of the Parry McCluer mascot.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluded are a Father's Day card and Happy Birthday card, both made by his oldest daughter, Lisa. The Happy Birthday card is signed by Lisa, Josephine, his wife, and Jennifer, his youngest daughter.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA Washington and Lee application for Admission, April 1, 1947, which was never turned in.  Albert decided to go to VPI in Blacksburg, and graduated in 1957.  He became the Industrial Arts Teacher at Parry McCluer High School in Buena Vista, Virginia, 1959-1984.  Also included is a William Byrd Parent-Teachers Association yearbook, 1957-1958, where Albert is listed as Senior High teacher, where he taught Industrial Arts in Roanoke, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlbert T. McCown Memorial Scholarship recipients, Buena Vista Public Schools, 1987-1995.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a \u003cemph\u003eRockbridge County News\u003c/emph\u003e article entitled, \"Civil War Memoirs of Mr. McCown Telling of Life in Northern Prison\"; other brief newspaper notices about McCown from \u003cemph\u003eThe Dallas Daily Herald\u003c/emph\u003e; an obituary from the \u003cemph\u003eLexington Gazette\u003c/emph\u003e; and an image of Dr. Albert McCown and his father James L. McCown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a photocopy from the book, \u003cemph\u003eThe McCormick Reaper Legend\u003c/emph\u003e focusing on John McCown, the \"Blade Maker.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes an obituary and picture of John Graham McCown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA photo as baby included and letter from Sears, Roebuck and Co. announcing Josephine as one of the winners of a baby contest.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eJosephine's Presbyterian Church in the U. S. Catechism certificate, August 14, 1938.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePledge for regular investment in defense savings bonds, May 16, 1942.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy of 1949 Roanoke College yearbook page.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eTwo European postcards from first cousin Richard Marshall, 1950's, one addressed to their grandmother, Mrs. Rice Hotinger.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy of invitation to Johnston-Willis Hospital School of Nursing graduation, May 16, 1952, including photocopy of photo as RN in 1952. Whiteside Radio Service, Lexington, VA receipt to Josephine Hotinger for purchase of a TV set, etc., October 1954.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eIncludes Mrs. Josephine H. McCown, R.N. pin worn at the Stonewall Jackson Hospital, 1959-1971, along with hospital mask.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eAlso includes miscellaneous documents, 1975, 1979, 2003 and 1970 American Red Cross Nursing Program card, and American Red Cross volunteer identification pin, worn while volunteering ath local bloodmobiles, after retiring in 1992. Also her American National Red Cross Nurse pin.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eFile also includes photo of Josephine as W\u0026amp;L Student Health Head Nurse and W\u0026amp;L indentification pin worn as Head Nurse, biographical information written at her retirement from Washington and Lee University as head nurse of infirmary, 1992; as well as an article from the News-Gazette, entitled, \"W\u0026amp;L Honors Employees At Banquet\".\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluded are two postcards from first cousin Richard Marshall of Urbanna, Virginia, while in Paris, 1951, to Josephine, and the other to his grandmother, Susan Rader Hotinger (Mrs. Rice), 1952, while in Rome.  Also a letter from Richard Marshall to Josephine, March 24, 1952.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes photo of Josephine as a little girl, ca.1930.  Also photos included are as follows: Josephine in wedding gown at her home in September 1955, two identified photos of Josephine celebrating her November 1989 birthday with her coworkers from the W\u0026amp;L Infirmary, a group photo of Stonewall Jackson Registered nurses, and Josephine's W\u0026amp;L ID card.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCopy of Josephine's obituary from the News-Gazette, September 7, 2022.  She passed away on August 31, 2022.  Also included are her September 10 funeral service programs done by New Monmouth Church and Harrison's Funeral Home. Included is a letter of condolences from W\u0026amp;L President William C. Dudley, September 12, 2022 and Carol Calkins, a nurse coworker at W\u0026amp;L, September 2022.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes 25 photographs and photocopies of photographs of the McCown family and their homes. Includes photographs of various generations and extended family members.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes a wide range of materials. Various photocopies contain documentation of Charles A. McCown and Alertie C. Anderson's wedding in 1907. In addition, a list ascertains the burial of Charles A. McCown, Alertie McCown, and their infant at Fawn Creek Cemetary. A map of Montgomeny Co. KS. Cemeteries highlights cemetery 16 (Fawn Creek). Another map highlights the location of McCowan Springs in Bath County. Additionally, there are three articles by \u003cemph\u003eThe Coffeyville Daily Journal\u003c/emph\u003e. An article in \u003cemph\u003eThe News-Gazette\u003c/emph\u003e covers the recognition of Lisa McCown by the Rockbridge Historical Society in 2002. Finally, a small envelope contains a letter from Charles A. McCown to his mother Ida McCown, two wedding inviations from McCown weddings, memoriams from William B. McCown's passing, and a pamphlet made in memory of Helen McCown Boyts.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes one letter from John W. McCoy to an unidentified person.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes four items, two of which are letters between the McCrory siblings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFile includes Columbia University's 1937 \u003cemph\u003eReport of the Dean of the School of Libary Service\u003c/emph\u003e, which mentions of Blanche P. McCrum's tenure at the school.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRev. McCutchan, Biography, Glade Spring Presbyterian Church.  A paper, \"The Rank and Importance of Liberal Education,\" submitted by him, April 20, 1870, Washington College.  A sermon by him in Waynesboro, September 14, 1879 and five sermons by him in Rogersville, Tennessee, transcripts, 1892, 1903, 1909, 1914-1915.  Rev. Frank McCutchan\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eW\u0026amp;L History Class Brings Alum's Story to the Web, William Morrison started first modern human rights movement\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"This,\" World Catalyst Magazine, May 2009 and \"Blue Lights,\" The Shine Journal, both by student Lenora Nunnley, WLU 2009\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWilliam Beverley, James Patton, and the Settling of the Shenandoah Valley, Essex County Museum and Historical Society Bulletin, v.55, November 2010\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDoctor Andrew Taylor Still, Virginia and North Carolina Ancestors From Revolutionary Times to 1836\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes leaflet, \"Come Cheer for Mame Warren: The Author At?? Years,\" (A Washington and Lee Gentleman Would Never Reveal a Woman's Age.)\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eDaniel Winston, Former Slave, Buena Vista Resident, Marks Century of Life, Still Active.  Roanoke Times\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFolder includes newspaper article entitled, \"Life of Blacks in Brownsburg Recalled\", \"Brownsburg of Old Recalled\" and the \"The Brownsburg Homicide\". Also included is a pamphlet titles \"Commencement Exercises Invitations for the Senior Class\" (1933), in which students Everette Sensabaugh, Beatrice Hart, Mary Buchanan, Virginia Craig, Mary Lotts, Nellie Wade, Mary Ellen Sweet, Mitchell Swisher, and Hugh Adams are mentioned.The folder also conatins a copy of the \"Historic Brownsburg Newsletter\", volume 6, issue 1, March-April 2009.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes two page Articles of Incorporation of Kerrs Creek Volunteer Fire Company, signed by members, July 19, 1960.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes invitation to the Fall Service of Thanksgiving, Honoring the Life of Louise Mikell, at Cedar Hill, October 1, 2023, Rev. Pendleton, Preacher.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes an eight page paper and a notecard with drawing of Sunnyside home, by Arthur Bartenstein.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes writing ink pen marked, Virginia Horse Center, Honoring Gov. Charles S. Robb, Bill Signing Day, March 22, 1985.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eStonewall Jackson's war horse.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes 1952 pay schedules for Registered Nurses at Jackson Memorial Hospital. Also included is a sixteen page paper, \"The Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital,\" by Katherine E. McAlpine.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes Stonewall Jackson Hospital Clinical Laboratories, 1987 pocket calendar.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe Student's Account of His Visit to the House Mountain.  The Height of Our Mountains by John Elder\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes a June 1968 County News newspaer clipping, concerning death of Helen Keller, and states that Helen's great grandmother lived for some years in the Stonewall Jackson House.  She was Elizabeth Aylett, who married Alexander Spottswood Moore, nephew by marriage of Light Horse Harry Lee. After Elizabeth became a widow, she moved from their country home, \"Sydney Cove,\" and moved to Lexington with her five children.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes brochure, \"The Upper James River Water Trail: A New Perspective on the Blue Ridge Mountains,\" February 2009.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eHistory of the Lost River State Park. A part of this park was formerly known as Lee White Sulphur Spring or Howard's Lick. Also included is a history of the Lee Cabin, whithin the park in Hardy County, West Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAt Jordan's Point - Interpreting the Industrial and Transportation History of the Lexington, Virginia Area, Brochure\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eClouds of Glory, A girl born in Richmond of Northern parents adopts Confederate loyalties, Virginia Cavalcade, Autumn\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"An Ideal Home Circle\": Lee Residences in Lexington, VA\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes a Directory of Local Government Officials: Goshen, Glasgow, Lexington, Buena Vista, and Rockbridge, compiled by Lisa McCown, August 7, 1975 for a high school government class.  Also included are four pages of \"Our County Government Offices,\" August 21, 1997, giving the offices and names of the officials in each office, which include the following: Don Austin, Bob Day, Pat Self, Carol Hines, Gordon Saunders, Bruce Patterson, Leanne Shank, Bob Claytor, Bob Hayslett, Ron Argenbright, Charlie McGee, Sam Crickenberger, Eugene Browning, Tom Higgins, Woody Bowyer, Bob Weikel, Wayne Isley, Delbert Moore, Nina Cron, and George Simpson.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes a Rockbridge County, Virginia road map from 1938, a printed hand drawn regional \"scenic and historic\" map printed as a Christmas gift from Washington and Lee University, and a 2017 Lexingon/Rockbridge Chamber of Commerce community map which includes places and roads for the county as well as local business advertisements.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes undated Roanoke Times newspaper artice, \"Prints of old building will be sold to help fund renovation,\" and 2012 Rockbridge Weekly online 2011 article, \"Preservation Virginia Branch Honors Buena Vista Colored School Historical Society.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes a one page Closing Exercises Program for June 1, 1950 and a report card for Mary Alphin.  Also included are a June 8, 1971 elementary school certificate and seventh grade 1970-71 citizen award for Lisa Suzanne McCown.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes May 1997 LHS Alumni Newsletter, Memorial Donation Announcement 1992 notecard by Josephine H. McCown for Albert T. McCown, and Spring Concert program Lexington High School presents the Scarlet Hurricane Bands and the Lexington Elementary Bands, May 23, 1976.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes a News-Gazette article, October 15, 2003, \"Discipline 'Lovingly Dispensed,' Hardship 'Just The Way It Was': New Book Describes History of Palmer School.\" Palmer: The First Hundred Years in the Buffalo Community.  Also includes two copies of the program for the Palmer Homecoming and Rededication, Centennial Celebration, Palmer Community Center, October 19, 2003.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBrochure, Maury River Mercantile, the old Anderson Store.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAddress Delivered by the Hon. John W. Brockenbrough on laying the corner stone of the new barracks of the Virginia Military Institute, July 4, 1850.  New York: John Wiley, 1850.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes 1980's bumper sticker, \"W\u0026amp;L Better Dead, Then Co-ed.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eFLASHBACK comic strips of Washington and Lee University history\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eProgram, Bertram Turetzky, March 18, 1971.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA Tale of an Oar: A Hidden Message Revealed\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eNewspaper article, \"W\u0026amp;L Should Change Its Name,\" The Roanoke Times, April 24, 2019.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eArticle on the restoration in a July 1961 Civil War publication.  Newspaper article, undated, \"W\u0026amp;L President says school will build new museum--and continue using Lee Chapel.\"\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBiographies of native American Indians, Robert Latham Owen WLU 1877 and Walter Jonathan Turnbull WLU 1909.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePaper written by Mame Warren, \"Simple Courtesy, The Evolution of the Speaking Tradition at Washington and Lee University,\" prepared for Professor P. M. Forni, Civility and Civilization, The Johns Hopkins University Master of Liberal Arts Program.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eLists of Washington and Lee University students or alumni killed during 20th and 21st century wars including the First and Second World Wars, Korea, Vietnam, Persian Gulf and since the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eWorld War II list updated by John Rutherford in July 1922.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePresident Lee's College: Robert E. Lee and the Renewal, Reformation, and Expansion of Washington College.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes a Clifton Forge, Virginia, CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, notepad, \"We Welcome You to Our City and the Beautiful Mountains of Virginia.\" On the back is Mileage from Clifton Forge to places in Virginia and as far away as Washington, D.C. and Charleston, West Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes \"Genealogy of the Grigsby Family,\" In Part, Including a Brief Sketch of the Porter Family, Republished by Robert Hall McCormick, Chicago, 1905. Originally published by William H. Grigsby, December 1878.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes 50th Anniversary Program and a 50th Anniversary Booklet with history, which includes members. The Location of Organizational Meeting, December 1939, held at the Mayflower in Lexington, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes school reports, marriage certificate, wedding invitation, and letter from Harvey before marriage.  Also included are photographs of Catherine Alphin, her parents and siblings.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA Lutheran Sunday School pin, which may have belonged to Catherine or one of her Alphin family members, while members at Bethany Lutheran Church in Rockbridge County, Virginia.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eContains the photos photos as follows: Catherine in basement at home with crocks, maybe about 1950; a photo of her, maybe on Mother's Day; and a group photo of her three high school aged children, Josephine, Harvey, and Harold. Also included is a group photo of Catherine and four other women, proably Home Demonstration Club, and a group photo of a young Catherine with Hope Welsh and Cecil Welsh. Also included is a photo of Catherine in front of Home Demonstration Market Price's sign.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eCatherine's Mirror Drawing Experiment, August 19, 1925.  Also included is Catherine's autograph album, with notes and photos of friends, some marked August 1925.  A 1941 note from her daughter Josephine is included in the album and photos of sisters Mary and Jo Alphin, with a note from Jo.  Photocopies from the 1923 \"The Schoolmadam,\" State Normal School, Harrisonburg, VA, Catherine's Junior year.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAlso includes a Myers Hardware Company memorandum book, which has some of Harvey's farm expenses for 1943.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eInludes a pencil marked Southern States Cooperative.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes biography, a couple of letters, one of which is from her sister, Elizabeth, a letter that School Board has raised her salary, a post card from brother Thomas, wedding invitation announcing marriage to Albert Orr McCown, and an W\u0026amp;L Bicentennial Celebration invitation to her and Albert.  Also included is insurance receipt, no date.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eOne item is a Guide Ballot for the General Election, November 2, 1942 for Senator from the 20th Senatorial District of Virginia. (Rockbridge County)\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eOther material, 1964-1965.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eVirginia Laws Made Plain: Laws and Legal Forms Prepared for the Use of Business Men, Farmers, and Mechanics, compiled by Hon. J. D. Hank, Jr..  Presented by Rockbridge National Bank, Lexington, Virginia, 1923.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eRockbridge National Bank, Lexington, Virginia, pocket calendar, 1930. \u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eRockbridge National Bank, Lexington, Virginia, check, Sept. 21, 1935, made to Fred Berry from Mrs. Harvey L. Hotinger.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eThe Rockbridge National Bank pencil showing the 1960 Football Schedule for the Lexington Scarlet Hurricanes.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopy of Kling's letter of resignation as Supt. of the Buena Vista School Board.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eInvitation and program for the official dedication of the F. W. Kling, Jr. Elementary School, Buena Vista, Virginia, October 12, 1976.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluded is a Highland Maple Syrup advertisement, no date.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eThe War Time Diary, F. G. Walter (1837-1930), Co. A, 39th Battalion, Virginia Cavalry, Confederate States Army, June 20, 1863 - April 19, 1865.\u003c/p\u003e\n","\u003cp\u003eCorrespondence from Frank, to his brother and mother, December 10, 1862 - June 23, 1864. One letter from Frank's brother, Dorsey, to him, December 31, 1862.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes printouts of photographs given by Stewart Bennington.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluded are twelve handwritten lessons done by Catherine (Mrs. Harvey Hotinger), concerning the health of a baby.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes brochure, The Public Nurse, Outline of Activities.  Commonwealth of Virginia. State Board of Health. Bureau of Child Welfare. Richmond, 1924.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eBulletins include topics as follows: Scarlet Fever, Smallpox, Typhoid Fever, Measles, Mouth Hygeine, Simple Goiter, The Concrete Slab Pit Privy, Rules and Regulations for the Protection of Public Health, and Why Have Diphtheria?\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eJamestown, Virginia National Park Service brochure, reprinted 1961. King's Arms Tavern Midday Fare menu, April 1962 and flyer.  Postcard with raised image of the States Exhibit Building, Jamestown Exposition, 1907.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eReunion Celebration for Classes of 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, and 1949 booklet, which includes \"What We've Been Doing\" forms for each class. Gift of Lisa McCown\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes programs and newspaper articles for the Lexington High School Post War Year Reunions, July 29, 1978, College Inn Restaurant and June 11, 1983, W\u0026amp;L Evans Dining Hall. Also includes a Memorial Address by George S. Lauderdale, and a Memorial Message prepared by Rev. Marion \"Pat\" Roberston, read by Edwin Adair. Both July 29, 1978. Gift of Lisa McCown\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes early booklet, West Central 4-H Educational Center, Wirtz, Virginia 24184.  undated [1970's-1980's]\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes deed trace.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eA history of the Caproni biplane, which was forced to land on the John McCown farm, near Rokbridge Baths.  This history was compiled by Leon Johenning, and includes notes about the recovery of the airplane's propeller.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes some of Abraham Lincoln's quotes on slavery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003ePhotocopies of three newspaper articles on the February 17, 1962 Kerrs Creek Fire House dedication, and a February 21, 1987 Honorary Kerrs Creek Volunteer Fire Dept. Member Certificate for Albert T. McCown, who had passed away, August 17, 1985.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes photos of the First Lexington High School (1894-1903), the Ruffner builiding, which later was a graded school, Ann Smith Academy, which was used for Lexington High School (1903-1909), Ann Smith High School (1909-1927), which was later used as a grade school, and the Harrington Waddel High School (1927-).\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncluded is the Article of Incorporation and By-Laws.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eIncludes yearbooks, 1968-69, 1969-70, and 1970-71.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003e\"Author Brings Liberian Family'Home'\" THE NEWS-GAZETTE, October 1, 2014. Obituaries of Rev. S. T. A. Richards, Winston D. Richards, Mrs. Vyrie Maurilla Richards, and Liberian Statesman Ambassador George Padmore. Photocopy of a photo of J. Dossen Richards and a photo of John G. A. 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concerning information on the holdings of records concerning black history in Virginia.  Nine Historic Lexington Foundation interviews done for Black History Month 2016, mostly by Beverly Tucker, one by Anne McClung, and one by W\u0026L Students Caitlin Mullen '05 and Anne Young '04, with Lexington African Americans and one Buena Vista resident.","143 pages printed from the 1810 Virginia Census, listing \"Other Free\" Heads of Household, by family name.","Register of Free Negroes of Rockbridge County, Virginia, with index.  According to the Act of the General Assembly of Virginia.  Passed January 25, 1803","Register of Marriages, Colored Persons in Rockbridge County under act of Virginia Assembly Passed February 27, 1866","Copy of Washington Post article, \"The Captive Nations of Slaves,\" covering an exhibit at the Museum of the Confederacy named \"Before Freedom Came,\" 1991. \nReceipt for purchase of slave, John. January 26, 1850.","Includes program for the All Saints Memorial Celebration at the Augusta Street United Methodist Church, Nov. 1, 2009, a Fairview Cemetery brochure, and Friends of Fairview Christmas wreath order form, Nov. 23, 2009.","Includes brochure, African-American Heritage, Staunton, Virginia, undated.","Address delivered before the Agricultural Society of Rockbridge, at its annual Fair, at Fancy Hill, October 17, 1839, by the Rev. Henry Ruffner, D. D., President of Washington College.  The Lexington Gazette, and Rockbridge Farmer, June 23, 1840.","Folder includes \"Pierce's Memorandum and Account Book: Designed for Farmers, Mechanics, and all People,\" 1872.","Photocopy of ledger, 1892-1903.","Folder includes a copy of a report of \"Approval of Site, Plans, etc.\" for a school house at Alone Mill; a balance sheet by Alone Canning Co., and a photocopy of a pencil drawn map of Alone Mill. Also includes a lecture paper by Anne McClung, which includes many photos.","Folder includes \"Selected Bibliography for Historic Artifact Identification and Analysis\" prepared by Kurt C. Russ and John M. McDaniel, for distribution at 1989 ASV Historic Artifact Workshop.","Contains booklet titled \"Battle of Asheville.\"","Contains two copies of \"The Ruth Anderson McCulloch Branch of The Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiguqities: 1896-1987.\"","Contains a booklet titled \"A Rockbridge Area Resource Guide for People in Need.\" Prepared by Helpline/Information and Referral and United Way of Lexington-Rockbridge County. Also includes the minutes of Board Meeting, May 9, 1995.","Contains student paper authored by Emily Barnes '01 titled \"Lee Memorial Association.\" In addition, a copy of a sketch from 1883 about the Lee Memorial Association titled \"Southern Historical Society Papers.\"","Booklet titled \"Education for a Better Tomorrow, 1992 Annual Report.\"","\"Procedings\" publication published by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, including reports and activities of the 100th Annual Meeting in Atlanta Georgia as well as current lists of member insitutions.","Includes photocopy of a 1758 schedule titled \"To the Militia of the Coutny of Augusta, and for Provisions furnished by sundry inhabitants of the said county, viz.\"","File includes photocopies of two letters concerning Washington and Lee student, John West Addison.","Article titled \"A Confederate Hero,\" from  Blue and Gray , 1984.","Biography compiled in 1997 concerning Archibald Alexander (5 pgs. long).","Correspondence about the Washington and Lee Homecoming Queen from c.1893 and her protrait which hangs in the Special Collections vault (WLU Coll PP 0081).","Contains an article titled \"Colonel William Allan at McDonough\"; an 1889 address by J. Randolph Tucker; and an 1890 memorial by Washington and Lee Board of Trustees concerning Allan.","Includes a biography and illustration of Allen under the title of \"The Headlight.\"","Photocopry of newpaper article concerning Anderson, slave of Cyrus McCormick.","Photocopy of biography concerning Armstrong from the \"Dictionary of American Biography.\"","Article titled \"Civil War Author on the Trail of History.\"","Two copies of a Christmas oration in memoriam of Constance Rosalie Auden.","Obituaries, clipped from Roanoke Times 2002.","Biography of Alexander Tedford Barclay compiled by Washington and Lee student in 1997.","Biography compiled in 1997 and geneological chart showing many prominent people of Rockbridge County.","Narrative titled \"Aunt Elizabeth Remembers;\" interview with retired Washington and Lee professor, Charles Turner.","Photocopies of newspaper clippings concerning the death of Barkley at Washington and Lee University.","Photocopy of a letter to George Baxter from Edward Johnson introducing Dr. Barton, December 21, 1805. Pamphlet entitled, \"How Many Botany Books Did Thomas Jefferson Own?\" mentioning Dr. Barton.","Photocopy of Calyx 1939 yearbook picture. Basse gave donation towards Special Collections workroom.","\"Fatal Affray,\" Lexington Gazette, January 19, 1854. Murder of Cadet Thomas Blackburn.","Photocopies of Calyx yearbook pictures and Alumni directory information. John G. Boatwright '15 made donation for the University Library reading room in memory of Robert McDearmon Boatwright '42.","Obituary, Washington and Lee University News Home, 5/12/2006.","Two separate biographies for Borden Jr. and Sr.","E-mail message to the Washington and Lee community concerning Brady's death, obituaries from the News-Gazette and The Roanoke Time. Article titled \"'Pat' Brady's Life One of Quiet Service to a Community He Loved So Dearly,\" the News-Gazette.","Photocopy of letter from Andrew Brooks to sister, January 23,1861; photocopy and written transcript of letter from James J. White relating to the death of William Brooks, July 16,1861; photocopy of telegram to J.M. Brooks relating to the remains of his son, William Brooks, July 20,1861; Diary entries written by Andrew Brooks in Augusta County.","Composer in Residence, Roanoke Symphony Orchestra, Roanoke Valley Choral Society, 1995-1996, pgs. 7-8.","Photocopies of letters to his sister, Fannie, September 20, 1846, and September 7, 1848, while a student at Washington College. Original letters reside at Virginia Military Academy Archives.","Radio script concerning Clarence Brown used in Cincinnati, Ohio on the radio program, \"Personalities in your Government.\"","Robert and Benjamin Brown's relatives who attended Washington and Lee University. A letter addressed to President John Delane Wilson from their mother, Elizabeth Barry Brown.","Folder includes a Civil War centennial commemorative edition of the Valley News Echo concerning John Brown's Raid and Harper's Ferry(2 copies); Stanton Spectator article titled \"The Out-break at Harper's Ferry\"; Stanton Spectator article concerning John Brown's execution titled \"Results of the Trial\"; Richmond Times-Dispatch article titled \"Documents in Treason Trial of John Brown; The Sunday Baltimore article titled \"Verdict Missing in Brown Papers; a history course examinaton concerning this time period; an account by someone named \"Jackson\" of John Brown's execution addressed to his wife.","Articles from three local newspapers titled \"He's a Third-Generation Blacksmith,\" \"The Village Blacksmith, Manly Brown, Dies at 93,\" \"Family Dreams of Living Museum. Jack Chaffee as Blacksmith and Curator of Brown's Forge.\"","Includes photocopy of the Ministerial Directory of the Presbyterian Church in the United States highlighting William Brown.","Contains obituary of Bruinsma dated September 17, 1999.","File includes color notecard of Frank Buchser painting of Robert E. Lee, \"The Last Life Portrait of General Robert E. Lee,\" a letter from Buchser to Lee concerning a portrait, Washington and Lee News Release titled \"General Lee 'Comes Home' for His Birthday,\" Religious Herald article titled \"Valentine's Recumbent Statue of General Robert E. Lee,\" and correspondence between various researchers interested in this topic and Special Collections.","Booklet titled \"Edward Buncombe and Buncombe County.\"","Obituary, \"Thrown from Horse...,\" by Lexington Gazette.","Obituary found in the News-Gazette about Edmund Campbell, a Washington and Lee graduate and attorney who worked on various cases concerning desegregation of Virginia schools.","File includes a biography excerpt from \"Who's Who in America\" and an obituary by the Lexington Gazette.","File includes an obituary of John Lyle Campbell Sr. by the Lexington Gazette, a biography writtten by his son Robert Fishburne Campbell, and copies of letters between Robert E. Lee and Prof. Campbell as well as T.J. Jackson and Prof. Campbell.","File includes article \"Coach Nears End of Not-So-Typical Career: Washington and Lee's Canfield Prepares for Life After 31 Years of Generals' Basketball,\" and a Roanoke Times article named \" 'I Hope I've Touched Some Lives.' \"","Biography by the American National Biography Online.","Contains one photocopy of obituary by News-Gazette.","Obituary by the News-Gazette.","Memorial program for Gray Castle.","Roanoke Times article concerning Caudill's retirement.","Contains a booklet titled \"The Cavendish Family History.\"","Folder includes biography and copies of two letters from Theofore Roosevelt, one concerning a memorial to Robert E. Lee and the other one concerning Chamberlain's son.","Folder contains at least twenty eight separate items concerning John Chavis, from articles, portraits, letters, records, to research papers concerning his role in Washington and Lee Lee as well as African American history. Also included are the W\u0026L Alumni magazine artices, \"Chavis House named,\" March/April 1986 and \"Chavis House dedicated,\"  November/December 1986.","Includes obituary by Rockbridge County News.","File contains obituary by the News-Gazette.","File includes an article titled Honor Rolls,\" a set of photographs, and a pamphlet commemorating her life and work.","Folder includes an obituary written by The Lexington Gazette.","Lexington Gazette obituary about Crenshaw.","The file includes a biography by the American National Biography Online.","File includes a photocopied catalogue of the Library of Daniel Parke Custis: From a Manuscript in the Collection of the Virginia Historical Society, \"The Magazine of History and Biography,\" October 1909, pages 404-412.","The Library of John Parke Custis, Esq., of Fairfax County, Virginia, \"Tyler's Quarterly,\" October 1927, pages 97-103.","File includes a greeting card made by the Artists of the Lexington, Virginia Note Card Series, 2002.","The file includes a program in memory of Daniels, hosted at Robert E. Lee Memorial Church.","File includes an article titled \"Turning 90 is Just Another Milestone in Lexington Woman's Interesting Life.\"","File includes three articles concerning Professor DeLaney's professional career.","File includes photocopies of newspaper obituaries of her death on December 10,1940. Photocopy of a newspaper article, \"U.D.C. Holds Exercises at Sayler Creek Battlefield\" at which Ms. Dickinson was a speaker. Photocopy of a page concerning Miss Dickinson's book, \"Confederate Leaders.\"","File includes article titled \"Service Held for Dr. G.W. Diehl.\"","Articled titled \"Judge Ryland Dodson Remembers Early 20th Century Tobacco Farming,\" September 2000.","File contains e-mail message distributed by the Broadcast Mailer at Washington and Lee on the death of Francis Drake.","File includes biography.","File includes a biography from the Lettie Pate Evans Foundation website and some genealogy from the LDS website.","File includes two copies of the memorial service program for Farrar's passing and a photocopy of a News-Gazette article titled \"Tiger.\"","File includes an article titled \"He Disciplined Popular Culture\" as well as an obituary.","File includes a photocopy of the \"Washington and Lee Ambulance Unit\" from the 1926 Alumni Directory. This photocopy features an article about Fletcher.","File includes notes on \"Miss Laura.\"","File includes photocopies of two obituaries concerning Mr. Ford.","File includes a photocopy of Roanoke Times newspaper clipping titled \"New President of Washington and Lee.\"","File includes obituary.","Folder includes biography on Mr. Gatewood.","File includes a photocopy of obituary for Mercer Graham.","File includes photocopies of articles concerning the life and career of Mel Greenberg.","File includes biography on Mr. Greenwood, dentist of George Washington.","File includes a memorial program as well as an obituary by the Roanoke Times.","File includes article titled \"Randolph Hall Refused to Fail.\"","File includes memorial program.","File includes two photocopies of the Washington and Lee Alumni Magazine with an article focused on Ms. Harris, titled \"Still Crazy After All These Years.\"","File includes photocopy of article titled \"Off the beaten path: the Chronicler of Lexington is an institution himself.\"","File includes photocopy of a petition to Jefferson Davis representing that Heale is a citizen of Giles County, Virginia.","File includes an appendix titled \"The Mystery Woman.\"","File includes a photocopy of a biographical sketch of Hobson by Charles Lee Hobson, March 5, 1998. Photocopies of two papers by Hobson entitled \"How I came to Elizabethtown, Kentucky\" and \"How General Lee Came to Washington College.\" Photocopies of a letter to Lee concerning Hobson (1869) and a Louisville Times article about the letter.","Includes Harvey's Lexington High School, Senior Class Graduation invitation, June 1, 1950.","File includes a photocopy of essay titled \"James Lewis Howe - Chemist and Philatelist.\"","Article includes biography and obituary concerning Howerton and his wife Mary N.","File includes notes on Mrs. Hull, a source for Eleanor Roosevelt's Visit to Goshen Recalled.\"","File includes 27 photocopies of letters, transcripts, notes, etc. on Mr. Hutcherson, Washington and Lee University Class of 1902.","File includes a letter concerning Ipsen's chauffer, as well as photocopy of portrait of Lee painted by Ipsen.","File includes \"Stonewall,\" a commemorative section of The News-Gazette concerning the Jackson Statue Rededication. In addition, a set of remarks and notes by Mayor Derrick and papers of lectures given by Mary Coulling, Robert F. Hunter, James I. Robertson, Jr., and the Frederick Ladies Relief Society. Program and brochure.","File includes article titled \"Window on the Past: An Unusual Tribute to Stonewall Jackson;\" \"'Stonewall' Jackson's Grave;\" \"Jackson Day,\" and many more copies of similarly focused articles from local newspapers. Also included a brochure reprinted and distributed by Stonewall Jackson Memorial Incorporate, Lexington, Virginia, \"The Religious Character of Stonewall Jackson,\" an address by James Power Smith, D.D., Captain and A.D.C. Staff of General Jackson. The address was delivered at the Inauguration of the Stonewall Jackson Memorial Building, Virginia Military Institute, June 23, 1897.\nA printed map showing all of Stonewall Jackson's movements, Compliments of Stonewall Jackson Memorial, Inc., Lexington, Virginia.","Photocopies of material concerning Jackson as constable.","File includes eleven photocopies, black and white and color of Moor as Jackson, one of which is at Virginia Military Institute. Two color photos.","File includes article from The American Art Journal titled \"Gilbert Stuart's Portraits of Thomas jefferson\" as well as a photocopy of the Spring 1982 article, \"The Adams-Jefferson portrait Exchange.\"","File includes photocopies of obituaries and photographs concerning the Johnson and McDowell families.","File includes a photocopy of inside cover of \"Closing Exercises of Privat School.\"","File includes photocopy of biography from \"Dictionary of American Biography.\"","Biking Through Albemarle with John Jones, Scottsville Museum, Capturing Our Heritage","File includes a copy of a magazine titled \"The Iron Worker\" as well as handwritten and typewritten copies of \"A Sketch of Colonel John Jordan (1777-1854).  Also includes a paper, \"John Jordan, Virginia Builder,\" by Marshall Fishwick, and a photocopy of Summer 1973 Virginia Cavalcade article, \"John Jordan: Builder and Entrepreneur,\" by L. Moody Simms, Jr.","File includes a booklet titled \"Edward Southey Joynes: Father of the University and Life Trustee of Winthrop.\"","File includes a magazine article titled \"A Chinese Master Opens Western Eyes to Eastern Art.\"","File includes various pieces, including \"The Unusual of Lieutenant George C. Junkin, C.S.A.,\" a discourse commemorative of George Junkin delivered in the West Spruce St. Presbyterian Church, and \"George Junkin and His Eschatological Vision,\" and \"Secession Fever on a Southern Campus.\"","File includes articles titled \"Matthew Kahle's Log\" and \"Old George , 1844.\"","The file includes a brochure for The Stan Kamen Collection of Western Art at Washington and Lee University.","File includes a biography, obituary, funeral and memorial services programs.","File includes an obituary (dated August 1, 1955) and two Athletic Association certificates for cross country, 1928 and track, 1929.","In Memoriam, A senseless tragedy. The New President, John F. Kennedy, 1917-1963. POST, The Saturday Evening Post, December 14, 1963.","File includes various copies of programs of \"A Celebration of the Life of King,\" bulletins for churches, as well as various programs, which includes Black History Month.","The 2010 Black History Month program includes the following:  Poem, \"From the Shanty to the White House,\" by Laura Watts; \"Ground Hog Poem,\" by Spotswood Alexander Styles; \"What If There Were No Black Folk?,\" by Barbara Leahy, 1998.","File includes a memorial service program held at Lee Chapel on July 5, 1997.","File includes a photocopy of a newspaper article concerning Labro, November 12, 1988.","File includes an obituary from the Rockbridge County News, November 8, 1900.","J. J. Lafferty: A Remarkable Life, Secrets of the Blue Ridge","File includes information concerning the burial of Latane and a painting of and poem about the burial.","File includes an article titled \"America's Baskerville Printer.\"","File includes article from the News Gazette titled \"It's a Lauck!\"","File includes an article concerning the death of Annie Lee by The Roanoke News; a copy of music sung at Ms. Lee's funeral and the Washington and Lee memorial service; articles titled \"Famous Daughter Laid to Rest at W\u0026L\" and \"Annie Lee's Remains Now in Lee Chapel\"; a program, In Memoriam Anne Carter Lee; invitation to private memorial service and luncheon at Lee House; remarks made by Mary Coulling at the private memorial service; remarks made by Capt. Peniston at the private memorial service for Annie Carter Lee; two color postcards of her grave and monument at Warren County, North Carolina; and an excerpt from a letter written at West Point, concerning the young gentlemen.","File includes an obituary of Mr. Lee, former Mayor of Buena Vista.","File includes article concerning the death and burial of Dr. G.B. Lee by the Ring-tum Phi.","File includes obituary of Lee by the Ring-tum Phi; \"From West Point to Fort Point: The Story of George Elliot and Custis Lee\"; \"Major-General George Washington Custis Lee\"; \"Last Battles: The Wartime and Postwar Careers of Custis Lee\"; and photocopies of items at the National Archives concerning G.W.C. Lee.","File includes a booklet with an article titled \"Reverend Henderson Lee: Father of Presbyterianism in Lunenburg County.\"","File includes an article titled \"The Manly and Upright will Brand Your Name Infamy.\"","File includes article titled \"They Surrendered Honorably,\" an excerpt from a letter to her cousin Caroline from Derwent, and a collection of letters from Mrs. Mary Custis Lee to the Snowden Family of Alexandria, Virginia entitled \"My Dear Louisa.\"","File includes copies of letters containing information suggesting that G. Campbell Brown, stepson of Gen. Richard Ewell, began courting Mildred Lee and later proposed to her. In addition, the file includes an article concerning the death of Mildred Lee's death.","This file includes twenty-seven separate items. Of these items, there are various brochures and booklets entitled, \"Robert E. Lee: Innovative Educator,\" \"Notes on a Visit to Robert E. Lee,\" \"Lee: The Final Achievement,\" and \"Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson Returned to Lexington, Virginia.\""," In addition, the following articles: \"Furtherance of Southern Education was Lee's Goal;\" \"Aging Successfully: The Example of Robert E. Lee;\" \"How Gen. Lee Came to Washington College;\" \"After 32 Years, Lee-Jackson Painting on Display;\" \"General Lee After the War,\" from the magazine  The Century Magazine ; \"Reminiscences of General Lee,\"  The Outlook  pages 964-969; \"The Last Years of Lee\" delivered to the United Daughters of the Confederacy; \"The Robert E. Lee Birthday Celebration;\" \"Lee Centennial at Washington and Lee,\" from  The Southern Collegian ; \"On the Life and Character of Gen. Robert E. Lee,\" written by John W. Daniel for the  Lexington Gazette ; \"Unveiling Lee's Statue,\" written by John W. Daniel for the  Staunton Spectator ; Article written for  The Free-Lance Star  by Capt. Robert Peniston entitled \"The Last Tour;\" Articled written by John Elrod for the  Richmond Times-Dispatch  entitled, \"Lee as Educator Sought to Heal Wounds;\" and an Article written by Captain James L.D. Monroe entitled \"General Robert E. Lee Covers.\"","\nThe file includes excerpts from letters written by Agnes Lee to her friend Lizzie Fuller and Mrs. R.E. Lee concerning Robert E. Lee's death, as well as \"General Lee's Special Letters,\" notes used by Captain Peniston during his talk to the Alumni College at Washington and Lee, July 2006.  \nThere are two chapters from two books: \"College Days Under General Lee,\" chapter 6 of the book,  Memories of Four-Score Years  by Samuel Hall Chester; \"The Lee-White Friendship,\" chapter 7 of  Old Zeus: Life and Letters of James J. White.","Finally, the file includes remarks on Robert E. Lee made at Kiwanis by Capt. Robert Peniston, an essay entitled \"Lee at Appomattox,\" photocopies of two sketches by Robert E. Lee of soldiers in the Mexican Army sent home to his children, a copy of an endorsement of young Robert E. Lee from William B. Leary, his teacher in Alexandria, and a program and flier of the memorial observance of Lee given by the Liberty Hall Volunteers re-enactment group and Washington and Lee Alumni. ","Eight items added to file.","Program, Robert E. Lee Week, August 22-26, 1932, The Greenbrier and Cottages, White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia.","\"A Tribute to General Robert E. Lee,\" by Dr. Julian C. Brown (1856-1904).","An Interview with General Robert E. Lee by John Leyburn.  The Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine. May to October 1885.","The Hardy Heritage by Harold D. Garber, Moorefield (WV) Examiner, January 2010.","Death of Gen. R. E. Lee, The Virginia Gazette, October 14, 1870.","A Dream of Robert E. Lee Comes True, by Virgil C. Jones, The United States Publisher, September 1928.","LEE, The Photographic History of the Civil War.","\"Cache,\" Autumn Song, by Ceane O'Hanlon-Lincoln.","File includes various copies of programs for memorial services honoring Robert E. Lee as well as an article entitled \"Decoration Day at the Graves of Lee and Jackson.\"","File includes an obituary by the  Lexington Gazette , articles in the  Rockbridge County News  and the  Lexington Gazette  concerning his death and funeral, one entitled \"The Burial March of Dundee.\" In addition, the file includes a  Ring-tum Phi  article entitled, \"May Remove Colonel Lee from Chapel.\"","File includes articles entitled \"Children of the Blue and Gray,\" from  People Magazine  and \"Robert E. Lee V Tries to Avoid Trading on His Honored Name\" from  The Atlanta Journal and Constitution .","File includes articles entitled \"On the Trail of Robert E. Lee's Daughters\" and \"Author Says Unmarried Women Neglected by Historians\" from the  Daily News Leader .","File includes photocopies of two obituaries for Mr. Letcher, 1994.","File includes an essay written by Charles C. Lewis entitled \"A Tale of an Oar: A Hidden Message Revealed.\"","File includes obituaries of James Lewis, Stonewall Jackson's faithful body servant,  Lexington Gazette .","File includes article by the  Richmond Times-Dispatch .","File includes an obituary from the  Lewiston Teller  and an article In Memoriam by the  Idaho Daily Statesman .","File includes an obituary from  The News-Gazette .","File includes an article by the  News-Gazette  entitled \"Shop to Feature Books, Items on War Era.\" In addition, the file includes a brochure to the Lexington Historical Shop and business card for Lurate.","File includes an article from the  Virginia Cavalcade  entitled \"John Blair and His 'Automatic Bookstore'.\"","File includes three pages with information about MacCorkle for the Alumni Directory and Jacket File.","File includes a brief biography of MacCorkle by the Washington and Lee University News Office, a biographical statement, \"Information for the Alumni Directory and Jacket File,\" and a picture of Stuart MacCorkle.","File includes two obituaries.","File includes an article by the  Roanoke Times  entitled, \"New Headmaster Mixes Work and Play.\"","File includes a magazine article entitled, \"Persisting in the Publishing World.\"","File includes an obituary by the  News Gazette .","File includes a 2001 article entitled, \"The Man Behind the Name: New Biography Explores The Achievements of 'Fesser' McCluer\" and obituaries for the  Lexington Gazette  and the  Rockbridge County News .","File includes a photocopy of a short biography of McClung.","File includes a medal -  Centennial of the Reaper, 1831-1931 ; a booklet entitled  McCormick Celebration, September 25, 1931 ; a color brochure of the McCormick Farm; a biography from the McCormick International Harvester Collection Archives; and two copies of the  Iron Worker  featuring an article entitled, \"Walnut Grove--Where Farm Mechanization Began.\"","File includes a program of retirement from 25 years of service to the Buena Vista City Public Schools, two biographies, and two photographs of Albert McCown, about 1955 and Oct. 1980.  Also included an early color Christmas card printed by Albert, before his marriage, while he studied Industrial Arts at VPI. Also a Christmas card printed by Albert at his home in Kerrs Creek, Rockbridge County, VA, about 1970's, when he had his family, and an envelope of Albert's, McCown's Printing Service.  Included is his name tag for the Virginia School Boards Association, Rockbridge County, with ribbons, Board Member, Delegate. A newspaper clipping, \"McCown New Member of School Board,\" and photocopy of the News-Gazette clipping featuring Albert's service to the Rockbridge County School Board.  Also included a return address envelope, Parry McCluer High School, Athletic Department, Buena Vista, VA 24416, maybe printed by Albert when he was Athletic Director there. A 1973-74 basketball/wrestling Parry McCluer high school card.  A photo of Albert and coworker Industrial Arts Teacher, Ward Lockett.","Also includes a 1969 issue of THE VISTA, which includes an article, \"Teacher of the Month: Albert McCown.\" On the title page of this issue is a sketch of the Parry McCluer mascot.","Included are a Father's Day card and Happy Birthday card, both made by his oldest daughter, Lisa. The Happy Birthday card is signed by Lisa, Josephine, his wife, and Jennifer, his youngest daughter.","A Washington and Lee application for Admission, April 1, 1947, which was never turned in.  Albert decided to go to VPI in Blacksburg, and graduated in 1957.  He became the Industrial Arts Teacher at Parry McCluer High School in Buena Vista, Virginia, 1959-1984.  Also included is a William Byrd Parent-Teachers Association yearbook, 1957-1958, where Albert is listed as Senior High teacher, where he taught Industrial Arts in Roanoke, Virginia.","Albert T. McCown Memorial Scholarship recipients, Buena Vista Public Schools, 1987-1995.","File includes a  Rockbridge County News  article entitled, \"Civil War Memoirs of Mr. McCown Telling of Life in Northern Prison\"; other brief newspaper notices about McCown from  The Dallas Daily Herald ; an obituary from the  Lexington Gazette ; and an image of Dr. Albert McCown and his father James L. McCown.","File includes a photocopy from the book,  The McCormick Reaper Legend  focusing on John McCown, the \"Blade Maker.\"","File includes an obituary and picture of John Graham McCown.","A photo as baby included and letter from Sears, Roebuck and Co. announcing Josephine as one of the winners of a baby contest.","Josephine's Presbyterian Church in the U. S. Catechism certificate, August 14, 1938.","Pledge for regular investment in defense savings bonds, May 16, 1942.","Photocopy of 1949 Roanoke College yearbook page.","Two European postcards from first cousin Richard Marshall, 1950's, one addressed to their grandmother, Mrs. Rice Hotinger.","Photocopy of invitation to Johnston-Willis Hospital School of Nursing graduation, May 16, 1952, including photocopy of photo as RN in 1952. Whiteside Radio Service, Lexington, VA receipt to Josephine Hotinger for purchase of a TV set, etc., October 1954.","Includes Mrs. Josephine H. McCown, R.N. pin worn at the Stonewall Jackson Hospital, 1959-1971, along with hospital mask.","Also includes miscellaneous documents, 1975, 1979, 2003 and 1970 American Red Cross Nursing Program card, and American Red Cross volunteer identification pin, worn while volunteering ath local bloodmobiles, after retiring in 1992. Also her American National Red Cross Nurse pin.","File also includes photo of Josephine as W\u0026L Student Health Head Nurse and W\u0026L indentification pin worn as Head Nurse, biographical information written at her retirement from Washington and Lee University as head nurse of infirmary, 1992; as well as an article from the News-Gazette, entitled, \"W\u0026L Honors Employees At Banquet\".","Included are two postcards from first cousin Richard Marshall of Urbanna, Virginia, while in Paris, 1951, to Josephine, and the other to his grandmother, Susan Rader Hotinger (Mrs. Rice), 1952, while in Rome.  Also a letter from Richard Marshall to Josephine, March 24, 1952.","Includes photo of Josephine as a little girl, ca.1930.  Also photos included are as follows: Josephine in wedding gown at her home in September 1955, two identified photos of Josephine celebrating her November 1989 birthday with her coworkers from the W\u0026L Infirmary, a group photo of Stonewall Jackson Registered nurses, and Josephine's W\u0026L ID card.","Copy of Josephine's obituary from the News-Gazette, September 7, 2022.  She passed away on August 31, 2022.  Also included are her September 10 funeral service programs done by New Monmouth Church and Harrison's Funeral Home. Included is a letter of condolences from W\u0026L President William C. Dudley, September 12, 2022 and Carol Calkins, a nurse coworker at W\u0026L, September 2022.","File includes 25 photographs and photocopies of photographs of the McCown family and their homes. Includes photographs of various generations and extended family members.","File includes a wide range of materials. Various photocopies contain documentation of Charles A. McCown and Alertie C. Anderson's wedding in 1907. In addition, a list ascertains the burial of Charles A. McCown, Alertie McCown, and their infant at Fawn Creek Cemetary. A map of Montgomeny Co. KS. Cemeteries highlights cemetery 16 (Fawn Creek). Another map highlights the location of McCowan Springs in Bath County. Additionally, there are three articles by  The Coffeyville Daily Journal . An article in  The News-Gazette  covers the recognition of Lisa McCown by the Rockbridge Historical Society in 2002. Finally, a small envelope contains a letter from Charles A. McCown to his mother Ida McCown, two wedding inviations from McCown weddings, memoriams from William B. McCown's passing, and a pamphlet made in memory of Helen McCown Boyts.","File includes one letter from John W. McCoy to an unidentified person.","File includes four items, two of which are letters between the McCrory siblings.","File includes Columbia University's 1937  Report of the Dean of the School of Libary Service , which mentions of Blanche P. McCrum's tenure at the school.","Rev. McCutchan, Biography, Glade Spring Presbyterian Church.  A paper, \"The Rank and Importance of Liberal Education,\" submitted by him, April 20, 1870, Washington College.  A sermon by him in Waynesboro, September 14, 1879 and five sermons by him in Rogersville, Tennessee, transcripts, 1892, 1903, 1909, 1914-1915.  Rev. Frank McCutchan","W\u0026L History Class Brings Alum's Story to the Web, William Morrison started first modern human rights movement","\"This,\" World Catalyst Magazine, May 2009 and \"Blue Lights,\" The Shine Journal, both by student Lenora Nunnley, WLU 2009","William Beverley, James Patton, and the Settling of the Shenandoah Valley, Essex County Museum and Historical Society Bulletin, v.55, November 2010","Doctor Andrew Taylor Still, Virginia and North Carolina Ancestors From Revolutionary Times to 1836","Includes leaflet, \"Come Cheer for Mame Warren: The Author At?? Years,\" (A Washington and Lee Gentleman Would Never Reveal a Woman's Age.)","Daniel Winston, Former Slave, Buena Vista Resident, Marks Century of Life, Still Active.  Roanoke Times","Folder includes newspaper article entitled, \"Life of Blacks in Brownsburg Recalled\", \"Brownsburg of Old Recalled\" and the \"The Brownsburg Homicide\". Also included is a pamphlet titles \"Commencement Exercises Invitations for the Senior Class\" (1933), in which students Everette Sensabaugh, Beatrice Hart, Mary Buchanan, Virginia Craig, Mary Lotts, Nellie Wade, Mary Ellen Sweet, Mitchell Swisher, and Hugh Adams are mentioned.The folder also conatins a copy of the \"Historic Brownsburg Newsletter\", volume 6, issue 1, March-April 2009.","Includes two page Articles of Incorporation of Kerrs Creek Volunteer Fire Company, signed by members, July 19, 1960.","Includes invitation to the Fall Service of Thanksgiving, Honoring the Life of Louise Mikell, at Cedar Hill, October 1, 2023, Rev. Pendleton, Preacher.","Includes an eight page paper and a notecard with drawing of Sunnyside home, by Arthur Bartenstein.","Includes writing ink pen marked, Virginia Horse Center, Honoring Gov. Charles S. Robb, Bill Signing Day, March 22, 1985.","Stonewall Jackson's war horse.","Includes 1952 pay schedules for Registered Nurses at Jackson Memorial Hospital. Also included is a sixteen page paper, \"The Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital,\" by Katherine E. McAlpine.","Includes Stonewall Jackson Hospital Clinical Laboratories, 1987 pocket calendar.","The Student's Account of His Visit to the House Mountain.  The Height of Our Mountains by John Elder","Includes a June 1968 County News newspaer clipping, concerning death of Helen Keller, and states that Helen's great grandmother lived for some years in the Stonewall Jackson House.  She was Elizabeth Aylett, who married Alexander Spottswood Moore, nephew by marriage of Light Horse Harry Lee. After Elizabeth became a widow, she moved from their country home, \"Sydney Cove,\" and moved to Lexington with her five children.","Includes brochure, \"The Upper James River Water Trail: A New Perspective on the Blue Ridge Mountains,\" February 2009.","History of the Lost River State Park. A part of this park was formerly known as Lee White Sulphur Spring or Howard's Lick. Also included is a history of the Lee Cabin, whithin the park in Hardy County, West Virginia.","At Jordan's Point - Interpreting the Industrial and Transportation History of the Lexington, Virginia Area, Brochure","Clouds of Glory, A girl born in Richmond of Northern parents adopts Confederate loyalties, Virginia Cavalcade, Autumn","\"An Ideal Home Circle\": Lee Residences in Lexington, VA","Includes a Directory of Local Government Officials: Goshen, Glasgow, Lexington, Buena Vista, and Rockbridge, compiled by Lisa McCown, August 7, 1975 for a high school government class.  Also included are four pages of \"Our County Government Offices,\" August 21, 1997, giving the offices and names of the officials in each office, which include the following: Don Austin, Bob Day, Pat Self, Carol Hines, Gordon Saunders, Bruce Patterson, Leanne Shank, Bob Claytor, Bob Hayslett, Ron Argenbright, Charlie McGee, Sam Crickenberger, Eugene Browning, Tom Higgins, Woody Bowyer, Bob Weikel, Wayne Isley, Delbert Moore, Nina Cron, and George Simpson.","Includes a Rockbridge County, Virginia road map from 1938, a printed hand drawn regional \"scenic and historic\" map printed as a Christmas gift from Washington and Lee University, and a 2017 Lexingon/Rockbridge Chamber of Commerce community map which includes places and roads for the county as well as local business advertisements.","Includes undated Roanoke Times newspaper artice, \"Prints of old building will be sold to help fund renovation,\" and 2012 Rockbridge Weekly online 2011 article, \"Preservation Virginia Branch Honors Buena Vista Colored School Historical Society.\"","Includes a one page Closing Exercises Program for June 1, 1950 and a report card for Mary Alphin.  Also included are a June 8, 1971 elementary school certificate and seventh grade 1970-71 citizen award for Lisa Suzanne McCown.","Includes May 1997 LHS Alumni Newsletter, Memorial Donation Announcement 1992 notecard by Josephine H. McCown for Albert T. McCown, and Spring Concert program Lexington High School presents the Scarlet Hurricane Bands and the Lexington Elementary Bands, May 23, 1976.","Includes a News-Gazette article, October 15, 2003, \"Discipline 'Lovingly Dispensed,' Hardship 'Just The Way It Was': New Book Describes History of Palmer School.\" Palmer: The First Hundred Years in the Buffalo Community.  Also includes two copies of the program for the Palmer Homecoming and Rededication, Centennial Celebration, Palmer Community Center, October 19, 2003.","Brochure, Maury River Mercantile, the old Anderson Store.","Address Delivered by the Hon. John W. Brockenbrough on laying the corner stone of the new barracks of the Virginia Military Institute, July 4, 1850.  New York: John Wiley, 1850.","Includes 1980's bumper sticker, \"W\u0026L Better Dead, Then Co-ed.\"","FLASHBACK comic strips of Washington and Lee University history","Program, Bertram Turetzky, March 18, 1971.","A Tale of an Oar: A Hidden Message Revealed","Newspaper article, \"W\u0026L Should Change Its Name,\" The Roanoke Times, April 24, 2019.","Article on the restoration in a July 1961 Civil War publication.  Newspaper article, undated, \"W\u0026L President says school will build new museum--and continue using Lee Chapel.\"","Biographies of native American Indians, Robert Latham Owen WLU 1877 and Walter Jonathan Turnbull WLU 1909.","Paper written by Mame Warren, \"Simple Courtesy, The Evolution of the Speaking Tradition at Washington and Lee University,\" prepared for Professor P. M. Forni, Civility and Civilization, The Johns Hopkins University Master of Liberal Arts Program.","Lists of Washington and Lee University students or alumni killed during 20th and 21st century wars including the First and Second World Wars, Korea, Vietnam, Persian Gulf and since the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.","World War II list updated by John Rutherford in July 1922.","President Lee's College: Robert E. Lee and the Renewal, Reformation, and Expansion of Washington College.","Includes a Clifton Forge, Virginia, CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, notepad, \"We Welcome You to Our City and the Beautiful Mountains of Virginia.\" On the back is Mileage from Clifton Forge to places in Virginia and as far away as Washington, D.C. and Charleston, West Virginia.","Includes \"Genealogy of the Grigsby Family,\" In Part, Including a Brief Sketch of the Porter Family, Republished by Robert Hall McCormick, Chicago, 1905. Originally published by William H. Grigsby, December 1878.","Includes 50th Anniversary Program and a 50th Anniversary Booklet with history, which includes members. The Location of Organizational Meeting, December 1939, held at the Mayflower in Lexington, Virginia.","Includes school reports, marriage certificate, wedding invitation, and letter from Harvey before marriage.  Also included are photographs of Catherine Alphin, her parents and siblings.","A Lutheran Sunday School pin, which may have belonged to Catherine or one of her Alphin family members, while members at Bethany Lutheran Church in Rockbridge County, Virginia.","Contains the photos photos as follows: Catherine in basement at home with crocks, maybe about 1950; a photo of her, maybe on Mother's Day; and a group photo of her three high school aged children, Josephine, Harvey, and Harold. Also included is a group photo of Catherine and four other women, proably Home Demonstration Club, and a group photo of a young Catherine with Hope Welsh and Cecil Welsh. Also included is a photo of Catherine in front of Home Demonstration Market Price's sign.","Catherine's Mirror Drawing Experiment, August 19, 1925.  Also included is Catherine's autograph album, with notes and photos of friends, some marked August 1925.  A 1941 note from her daughter Josephine is included in the album and photos of sisters Mary and Jo Alphin, with a note from Jo.  Photocopies from the 1923 \"The Schoolmadam,\" State Normal School, Harrisonburg, VA, Catherine's Junior year.","Also includes a Myers Hardware Company memorandum book, which has some of Harvey's farm expenses for 1943.","Inludes a pencil marked Southern States Cooperative.","Includes biography, a couple of letters, one of which is from her sister, Elizabeth, a letter that School Board has raised her salary, a post card from brother Thomas, wedding invitation announcing marriage to Albert Orr McCown, and an W\u0026L Bicentennial Celebration invitation to her and Albert.  Also included is insurance receipt, no date.","One item is a Guide Ballot for the General Election, November 2, 1942 for Senator from the 20th Senatorial District of Virginia. (Rockbridge County)","Other material, 1964-1965.","Virginia Laws Made Plain: Laws and Legal Forms Prepared for the Use of Business Men, Farmers, and Mechanics, compiled by Hon. J. D. Hank, Jr..  Presented by Rockbridge National Bank, Lexington, Virginia, 1923.","Rockbridge National Bank, Lexington, Virginia, pocket calendar, 1930. ","Rockbridge National Bank, Lexington, Virginia, check, Sept. 21, 1935, made to Fred Berry from Mrs. Harvey L. Hotinger.","The Rockbridge National Bank pencil showing the 1960 Football Schedule for the Lexington Scarlet Hurricanes.","Photocopy of Kling's letter of resignation as Supt. of the Buena Vista School Board.","Invitation and program for the official dedication of the F. W. Kling, Jr. Elementary School, Buena Vista, Virginia, October 12, 1976.","Included is a Highland Maple Syrup advertisement, no date.","The War Time Diary, F. G. Walter (1837-1930), Co. A, 39th Battalion, Virginia Cavalry, Confederate States Army, June 20, 1863 - April 19, 1865.","Correspondence from Frank, to his brother and mother, December 10, 1862 - June 23, 1864. One letter from Frank's brother, Dorsey, to him, December 31, 1862.","Includes printouts of photographs given by Stewart Bennington.","Included are twelve handwritten lessons done by Catherine (Mrs. Harvey Hotinger), concerning the health of a baby.","Includes brochure, The Public Nurse, Outline of Activities.  Commonwealth of Virginia. State Board of Health. Bureau of Child Welfare. Richmond, 1924.","Bulletins include topics as follows: Scarlet Fever, Smallpox, Typhoid Fever, Measles, Mouth Hygeine, Simple Goiter, The Concrete Slab Pit Privy, Rules and Regulations for the Protection of Public Health, and Why Have Diphtheria?","Jamestown, Virginia National Park Service brochure, reprinted 1961. King's Arms Tavern Midday Fare menu, April 1962 and flyer.  Postcard with raised image of the States Exhibit Building, Jamestown Exposition, 1907.","Reunion Celebration for Classes of 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, and 1949 booklet, which includes \"What We've Been Doing\" forms for each class. Gift of Lisa McCown","Includes programs and newspaper articles for the Lexington High School Post War Year Reunions, July 29, 1978, College Inn Restaurant and June 11, 1983, W\u0026L Evans Dining Hall. Also includes a Memorial Address by George S. Lauderdale, and a Memorial Message prepared by Rev. Marion \"Pat\" Roberston, read by Edwin Adair. Both July 29, 1978. Gift of Lisa McCown","Includes early booklet, West Central 4-H Educational Center, Wirtz, Virginia 24184.  undated [1970's-1980's]","Includes deed trace.","A history of the Caproni biplane, which was forced to land on the John McCown farm, near Rokbridge Baths.  This history was compiled by Leon Johenning, and includes notes about the recovery of the airplane's propeller.","Includes some of Abraham Lincoln's quotes on slavery.","Photocopies of three newspaper articles on the February 17, 1962 Kerrs Creek Fire House dedication, and a February 21, 1987 Honorary Kerrs Creek Volunteer Fire Dept. Member Certificate for Albert T. McCown, who had passed away, August 17, 1985.","Includes photos of the First Lexington High School (1894-1903), the Ruffner builiding, which later was a graded school, Ann Smith Academy, which was used for Lexington High School (1903-1909), Ann Smith High School (1909-1927), which was later used as a grade school, and the Harrington Waddel High School (1927-).","Included is the Article of Incorporation and By-Laws.","Includes yearbooks, 1968-69, 1969-70, and 1970-71.","\"Author Brings Liberian Family'Home'\" THE NEWS-GAZETTE, October 1, 2014. Obituaries of Rev. S. T. A. Richards, Winston D. Richards, Mrs. Vyrie Maurilla Richards, and Liberian Statesman Ambassador George Padmore. Photocopy of a photo of J. Dossen Richards and a photo of John G. A. Richards."],"userestrict_html_tesm":["\u003cp\u003eThe materials from Washington and Lee University Special Collections are made available for use in research, teaching, and private study, pursuant to U.S. Copyright law.  The user assumes full responsibility for any use of the materials, including but not limited to, infringement of copyright and publication rights of reproduced materials.  Any materials used should be fully credited with the source.  Permission for publication of this material, in part or in full, must be secured with the Head of Special Collections.\u003c/p\u003e"],"userestrict_heading_ssm":["Conditions Governing Use"],"userestrict_tesim":["The materials from Washington and Lee University Special Collections are made available for use in research, teaching, and private study, pursuant to U.S. Copyright law.  The user assumes full responsibility for any use of the materials, including but not limited to, infringement of copyright and publication rights of reproduced materials.  Any materials used should be fully credited with the source.  Permission for publication of this material, in part or in full, must be secured with the Head of Special Collections."],"names_ssim":["Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives","Rockbridge Historical Society","First Baptist Church (Lexington, Va.)","Randolph Street Methodist Church (Lexington, Va.)","Lylburn Downing School (Lexington, Va.)","Washington Post Company","African-Americans.  Staunton, Virginia","Agricultural Society of Rockbridge","Agriculture","Rockbridge Farmers Exchange","John Deere Centennial","United Way of America","Lee Memorial Association","Lexington Fire Department (Lexington, Va.)","Virginia Cooperative Extension","Rockbridge County Cooperative Extension","Southern Association of Colleges and Schools","Blue Ridge CASA for Children","Washington and Lee University. Board of Trustees","The Roanoke Times","Washington and Lee University. University Library. Special Collections and Archives","Lexington Gazette. 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