Betsey Mason to S.W. Tiffey

Containers:
Box 71
Creator:
Mason, Betsey (Elizabeth Price), 1802-1873 and Tiffey, S.W.
Scope and content:

Copy. Colross. Urges Mrs. Tiffey not to expose herself to needless fatigue in trips to Alexandria. Mrs. Mason wishes she had the home conveniences to have cared for the Regent properly that winter. Mr. Strider called and told of Mr. Lewis's Washington relics which Mrs. Mason thinks the Regent might obtain, but does not want her to deal with an agent. Mentions prominent women who might be interested in Mount Vernon. Comments on Mr. Lossing's satisfaction with Mount Vernon and profits he has made on his book, contracting the latter with the Regent's service without monetary recompense. ER-16, p. 218

Language:
English .

Access and use

Location of collection:
The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
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Mount Vernon, VA 22121
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