James Madison (1749-1812), Williamsburg to St. George Tucker, Matoax, 1779
- Containers:
- Box 5, Folder 6
- Scope and content:
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I wish to hear your final determination with respect to your son, (Richard Randolph). If the terms are to high let me know. I have been thinking of a new plan. Teach a young man languages (French and Italian) philosophy, history, geography, dancing, fencing, etc. without any expense to his parents except clothes. Only one inducement, I will take such a number of slaves as would in the year 1775 have sold for 800£, 1/2 to be given up at entrance. The other when the engagement shall be fulfilled.
Access and use
- Location of collection:
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