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Mary McMakin and Ann Pamela Cunningham to James Hollingsworth, 1873 Box 79

A.L.S. first portion by Mary McMakin with postscript written by Ann Pamela Cunningham. Illness prevents her from starting south. Asks him to place her papers now sent in trunk with other documents, fasten securely and place in bank vault. Also to pack her personal furniture for shipping. ER-11, p. 177

  1. The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
  2. Early Records of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, 1853/1951, bulk 1853/1875
  3. Series 6. Correspondence, 1852/1951
  4. Correspondence, 1873/1874

Mary McMakin and Ann Pamela Cunningham to Nancy Halsted, 1873 Box 77

A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Mary McMakin write first half of the letter, then Miss Cunningham adds her own comments. Assures Mrs. Halsted she will give her such authority as she desires for coming presentation and program of Peale picture to MVLA. ER-2, p. 269

  1. The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
  2. Early Records of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, 1853/1951, bulk 1853/1875
  3. Series 6. Correspondence, 1852/1951
  4. Correspondence, 1873

Mary McMakin to James Hollingsworth, 1873 Box 77

A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Regent sends extracts from a letter received from the Vice Regent of West Virginia who is working with legislators in Richmond. New investigation favors Association. Hopes to silence slanders by investigation and public report. Judge Thomas, a senator (Alexandria resident), on committee to visit Mount Vernon when Council meets, and Governor promises to be there. Public to be made aware that Association invited the investigation. Note re vouchers for June payments. ER-16, p. 55

  1. The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
  2. Early Records of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, 1853/1951, bulk 1853/1875
  3. Series 6. Correspondence, 1852/1951
  4. Correspondence, 1873

Mary McMakin to James Hollingsworth, 1873 Box 78

A.L.S. Regent regrets not having seen him but the investigating committee will be at Mount Vernon on Wednesday, and if they are willing to stay over night, Regent asks him to accommodate them. Governor unable to attend. ER-16, p. 56

  1. The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
  2. Early Records of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, 1853/1951, bulk 1853/1875
  3. Series 6. Correspondence, 1852/1951
  4. Correspondence, 1873

Mary McMakin to Lily Macalester Laughton, 1873 Box 77

A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Miss Cunningham anticipates her visit. Wants Peale painting hung for Council, presentation by Mrs. Underwood to be held May 13. Appointment of Mrs. Barnes as Vice Regent for DC. The Vice Regent of West Virginia "puts down machinations of Briggs and Co." ER-2, p. 263

  1. The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
  2. Early Records of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, 1853/1951, bulk 1853/1875
  3. Series 6. Correspondence, 1852/1951
  4. Correspondence, 1873

Mary McMakin to Nancy Halsted, 1873 Box 77

A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Change in financial affairs of Peale heirs may affect gift of picture. Mentions depleted finances of Association. Some Vice Regents suggest change in constitution. Asks for information re meeting in New York. ER-2, p. 257

  1. The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
  2. Early Records of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, 1853/1951, bulk 1853/1875
  3. Series 6. Correspondence, 1852/1951
  4. Correspondence, 1873

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