Letter, Samuel Washington to Lawrence Lewis, 1830

Containers:
Box 55, Folder 1830.06.25
Creator:
Lewis, Lawrence, 1767-1839
Scope and content:

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).

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