Jane C. Washington to John Augustine Washington III, 1849

Containers:
Box 2, Folder 1849.01.06
Creator:
Washington, Jane Charlotte Blackburn, 1786-1855 and Washington, John Augustine, III, 1821-1861
Scope and content:

A.L.S. To Mount Vernon. Entreats him to take it easy in the winter. They have had much snow. Uncle Bushrod has much ice stored away and offered some to her as her pond had a defect which caused it to drain. Discusses finances. He may rent out North Farm. "I fear however you will have many difficulties and vexations if you let the servants go with the farm." Tells of his sister having a tumour under her arm. Also their church burned. Tells him of the death of her true friend Mrs. Adams.

Language:
English.

Access and use

Location of collection:
The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
3600 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway
Mount Vernon, VA 22121
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Reference services
Phone: (703) 780-3600
Parent restrictions:
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