Mary McMakin to Margaret Comegys, 1859

Containers:
Box 43
Creator:
McMakin, Mary A. and Comegys, Margaret Douglass, 1816-1888
Language:
English.
Scope and content:

A.L.S. Philadelphia. Regent regrets not seeing Mrs. Comegys again. Object of assembling Vice Regents in evening was to ask their opinions as patriots only, but Edward Everett urges extreme caution in future plans. John A. Washington's offer to start repairs before he leaves. No hope of Association's possession before winter, some immediate repairs necessary. Regent wished to style meeting "extra Grand Council", but advisers declared it must be an "advisory Committee." Subjects for discussion: Possession of Mount Vernon Feb 1860; continuing Mount Vernon Record; repairs at Mount Vernon; the Vice Regent for New York, G.W. Riggs and master builder visit Mount Vernon. Has lost her trained secretary. Asks Mr. Comegys' advice on proceedings of evening assembly. ER-17, p. 52-53

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The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
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