Letter, Wakelin Welch to William Peacey, 1787
- Containers:
- Box 11, Folder 1781.01.17
- Scope and content:
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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."
- Language:
- English.
Access and use
- Location of collection:
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The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon3600 Mount Vernon Memorial HighwayMount Vernon, VA 22121
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- Parent restrictions:
- 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.