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Letter, Lawrence Washington to Lawrence Lewis, 1798 Box 32, Folder 1798.08.11

Letter, 2 pages. To Lawrence Lewis, Rich Woods. Postpones the payment of a debt in full. Asks Lewis to send "the picture up, by the first opportunity." Integral cover. (This Lawrence Washington may be the son of Samuel by his last wife).

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Letter, Lawrence Washington to Robert Beverley, 1824 Box 50, Folder 1824.07.03

A.L.S. 2 pages. Georgetown. Mr. Washington, speaking on behalf of all the legatees of Col. [Wm A] Washington requests a quick settlement of the estate. He and the others feel the delay has been extraordinary and unusual. Reference to Kanawah lands. (Post mark - "MaHa Bridge" Aug. 3, 1824). Autograph letter signed, Integral cover.

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Letter, Lorenzo Lewis to Lawrence Lewis Box 86, Folder undated no. 141

A.L.S. 4 pages. Informs his father of wheat harvest and current sale price per bushel. Explains a disciplinary problem he has had with a slave and overseer. Integral cover. Name on original manuscript appears as "L. Lewis."

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Letter, Lorenzo Lewis to Lawrence Lewis, 1836 Box 61, Folder 1836.11.30

A.L.S. 2 pages. Expressing concern to his father that he has not heard from him as he expected. Urging him to move to winter quarters. Report on the harvest of his corn crop. Report of the death of a Negro (Randal) due to ill-treatment by "that infurnal Overseer of Dogles."

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  2. Historic manuscript collection, 1601/1933
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  4. Manuscripts Box 61, 1835/1837

Letter, Lorenzo Lewis to Lawrence Lewis, 1838 Box 62, Folder 1838.11.13

A.L.S. 3 pages. Audley to Woodlawn. News of autumn wheat crop and cattle at Audley. The weather is unusually sever that the farmer may be injured. Wants his father and mother to live full time at Audley. Wants to discuss the possible rental of Woodlawn with them before they make a decision.

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  2. Historic manuscript collection, 1601/1933
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  4. Manuscripts Box 62, 1837/1838

Letter, Robert Cash to Lawrence Lewis, 1838 Box 62, Folder 1838.01.28

A.L.S. 2 pages. Lewis was in La. Cash describes the mule he inspected at Mt. Airy, but did not think him worth $75. Is still looking for a suitable animal. Needs thread to mend harness. Corn (wheat) looks good, have 205 bushels. Mr. Howard charges 75c per day and wishes to receive the balance as soon as possible.

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  2. Historic manuscript collection, 1601/1933
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Letter, Robert Lewis to Lawrence Lewis, 1795 Box 26, Folder 1795.08.12

A.L.S. 2 pages. Informs his brother that he is intending to visit Mt. Vernon and requests that he collect John Ariss' rent. Mentions his mothers health, she is now in Culpepper. Will take Judy and Harriott Washington with him to MV. Judy sends a present of two night caps. Integral cover (mutilated).

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  2. Historic manuscript collection, 1601/1933
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Letter, Samuel Washington to Lawrence Lewis, 1826 Box 52, Folder 1826.06.10

A.L.S. 2 pages. Hermitage, Kanhawa City to Woodlawn. Samuel requests copy of George Washington's will to enable him to file writ of ejectment against present holder of land, to ascertain title to it.

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Letter, Samuel Washington to Lawrence Lewis, 1830 Box 55, Folder 1830.06.25

A.L.S. 2 pages. Kanawha to Woodlawn. Samuel writes a plea to Lawrence Lewis, the sole remaining executor, for any information about the final settlement of George Washington's estate -- Samuel and children are heirs of sister Mildred Hammond's share as well -- their present circumstances would make additional money very acceptable. Name on original manuscript appears as "Samuel Washington." Letter, integral cover, postmarked by hand "Coulsmon Va. June 29," in handwriting of someone else, watermark (anchor,and Holdship).

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  2. Historic manuscript collection, 1601/1933
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Letter, William Herbert to Lawrence Lewis, 1800 Box 36, Folder 1800.02.12

A.L.S. 1 page. Alexandria. Herbert mentions Lewiss note for $1500, payable this week, which may be renewed if necessary -- gives Lewis instructions on how to renew it -- note in another hand, "This note was given by L. Lewis as an Executor to the Will of Genl. Washington and to take up one of the Genls. then in Bank." Autograph letter signed, integral cover, laminated, docketed. Name on original manuscript appears as "Wm. Herbert."

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  2. Historic manuscript collection, 1601/1933
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  4. Manuscripts Box 36, 1800

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