Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis, Arlington, to Elizabeth Bordley Gibson, Philadelphia, 1823

Containers:
Box 3, Folder 1823.11.15
Creator:
Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852
Scope and content:

They have just arrived at Arlington, and Lorenzo benefited by change of scene and air, but the whole family is still sick. Saw Eliza Law Rogers' children. Eliza P. Custis lives in Georgetown now. Measles prevail in Georgetown, "but it is a very favorable kind." Nelly will exert all her influence in behalf of Elizabeth's nephew. She has already spoken to a friend of the Secretary of the Navy on his behalf and would even go to "King James" [President Monroe] himself if it would help, but he "lends not his ear to any of Eve's daughters." Parke, meanwhile, has become "indifferent to all the sons of Adam." Mentions Philadelphia friends and Maryland relatives. Orders pair of French fur overshoes for Parke and four pair shoes for herself. Sister Mary F. Custis and daughter is ill. Mr. Lewis has gouty symptoms.

Language:
English.

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The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
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