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Start Over Creator Washington, Bushrod, 1762-1829 Subjects Correspondence
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Peter family papers, 1722/1932

12 Linear Feet 46 boxes

This collection consists of papers collected by various members of the Peter families. It includes letters from George Washington, letters of condolence to Martha Washington after George Washington's death, estate documents, Major George Peter's military papers, land plats and surveys, photo albums, letterbooks, and notebooks that tell of the life of this prominent family in Virginia and the City of Washington.

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Bushrod Washington family papers, 1662/1835

1.5 Linear Feet (4 boxes)

The Bushrod Washington Family Papers consist of documents gathered by the descendants of the first President of the United States, George Washington. The collection comprises an assortment of correspondence and legal documents documenting the lives and property ownership of several branches of the Washington family. The collection is organized into five series: Correspondence, Legal Documents, Social, Miscellaneous, and Indenture Notices (Land Deeds).

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Historic manuscript collection, 1601/1933

approx. 60 Linear Feet

This collection of historic manuscripts dates from 1607-1933, with the bulk of materials dating from 1738-1868. The correspondence, journals and diaries, legal and financial records, estate documents, and printed ephemera in the collection primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia.

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Letter, Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis to George Fayette Washington, 1823 Box 48, Folder 1823.01.03

L.S. 1 page. Printed circular letter requesting agreement of legatees of George Washington's estate to bring suit in court of District of Columbia in order to settle and pay out remaining assets of estate -- signed by Bushrod Washington and Lawrence Lewis -- a note is added in Bushrod Washington's hand, requesting to know heirs of Mrs. Anna Maria Thornton [Geo. F. Washington's sister] -- this added note is dated 23 January 1823. Letter signed, printed, with additions in hand of Bush. W., integral cover in hand of B.W., laminated, watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as "Bush. Washington."

  1. Series 1. Documents and Manuscripts
  2. Manuscripts Box 48, 1822/1823
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Beebe collection of Washington family papers, 1818/1861, bulk 1840/1850

.5 Linear Feet

This collection includes correspondence between John Augustine Washington III and his mother and wife, as well as other family members, mostly dealing with family matters and running Mount Vernon.

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Ted and Mary Wendell early American collection, 1721/1826

.5 Linear Feet 14 Sheets

This collection consist of 47 documents, 10 maps, and 1 map slipcase collected by Ted and Mary Wendell. The collection pertains to George Washington and includes 25 documents written, annotated, or signed by Washington. Much of the material concerns the Revolutionary War, western land claims following the French and Indian War, and British and American governmental records. The dates of the material range from 1721-1826.

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Letter, Bushrod Washington to William Augustine Washington, 1802 2 pages Box 2, Folder 1802.12.18

Letter from Bushrod Washington to William Augustine Washington concerning George Washington's estate. William is to receive $326.10 for his share of George Washington's U.S. stocks. Bushrod explains that a large part of the stock which George Washington lent to the Potomac Company has been paid to Mr. Lewis for the payment of debts, and Washington's western lands should be divided as soon as possible. Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with integral address panel.

  1. Series 1. Manuscripts

Ted and Mary Wendell early American collection, 1721/1826 .5 Linear Feet 14 Sheets

Washington, George, 1732-1799

This collection consist of 47 documents, 10 maps, and 1 map slipcase collected by Ted and Mary Wendell. The collection pertains to George Washington and includes 25 documents written, annotated, or signed by Washington. Much of the material concerns the Revolutionary War, western land claims following the French and Indian War, and British and American governmental records. The dates of the material range from 1721-1826.

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George Washington collection, 1654/1799

approx. 25 Linear Feet

This collection contains letters to and from George Washington that have been aquired by the MVLA since 1858. For more information, see content note for individal items. The collection grows organically as new items are acquired.

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Letter, from Bushrod Washington, 1788 Box 21, Folder 1788.11.20

Bushrod to move to Alexandria--can't keep up plantation and practice law too--prefers law--can sell land and negroes to discharge debts due from his father's estate--has rented his land on advantageous terms--Mother will remain at Bushfield--desires Washington's approval--bearer, Mr. Packet goes to Alexandria to inquire about rent of houses.

  1. Series 2. To George Washington, 1755/1799

Letter, from Bushrod Washington, 1797 Box 29, Folder 1797.10.20

Bushrod Washington answers George Washington's legal queries dealing with Thomas Pearson's suit concerning land sold by his late brother Simon Pearson to Washington and others in 1763 [see letter, G.W. to Bushrod W., Oct. 9, 1797]--Bushrod will take the case should it go to a higher court--Gen. Marshall may know something further about the case, as Bushrod met a man named Pearson at Marshall's office recently.

  1. Series 2. To George Washington, 1755/1799

Letter, from Bushrod Washington, 1797 Box 29, Folder 1797.10.20

Bushrod records a legal opinion for Washington concerning a suit initiated by Thomas Pearson, against his late brother's estate (Simon Pearson). The suit involved a parcel of land which Washington purchased from Simon Pearson some thirty-five years earlier.

  1. Series 2. To George Washington, 1755/1799
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Martha Washington collection, 1761/1802

1.25 Linear Feet

This collection contains letters to and from Martha Washington that have been acquired by the MVLA since 1858. For more information, see content note for individual items. The collection grows organically as new items are acquired.

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Letter, from Bushrod Washington, 1799 Box 4, Folder 1799.12.27

Instructions and recommendations to Martha Washington and executors of Washington's estate regarding procedures and steps in settling estate, including probating of will, inventory of estate, appraisal, disposing of property, paying debts, bequests, rents, etc.

  1. To Martha Washington, 1774/1800

Letter, from Bushrod Washington, 1800 Box 5, Folder 1800.01.26

Advises Martha Washington as to her rights under Washington's will--interprets for her what things are hers absolutely and which are only for use during her lifetime--residue of estate not specifically given to her or others is subject to "superior claim" of executors--relative rights of herself and the executors--rents and bank stocks--some points difficult to decide, must consult General Marshall upon them--these opinions are stated as a friend, without recourse to books, etc.

  1. To Martha Washington, 1774/1800

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