George Mason Letter to John Fitzgerald 1785 May 18

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Location of collection:
Colonial Williamsburg
John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Library
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
P.O. Box 1776
Williamsburg, VA 23187
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Douglas Mayo
Phone: (757) 565-8521
Phone: (757) 565-8520
Fax: (757) 565-8528

Summary

Creator:
Mason, George
Abstract:
Language:
English

Background

Scope and content:

Writes concerning goods sent to him aboard the Liberty, Captain Outram. Has been informed by Messrs. Wallace, Johnson and Mune that the duties have been charged to his account. If so, he assumes the goods have already been entered. Does not wish to accidentally enter them twice, as he would be charged twice the duty. Asks Fitzgerald to check into the m atter for him so that he can pass on the answer to Mr. Lee and Col. {William} Deakins.

Biographical / historical:

George Mason IV (December 11, 1725 - October 7, 1792) was a United States patriot, statesman, and delegate from Virginia to the U.S. Constitutional Convention. He wrote the Virginia Bill of Rights. He is considered to be one of the "Founding Fathers" of the United States.

Acquisition information:
Source Unknown.
Arrangement:

1 item.

Physical location:
On site.
Physical description:
1 item.