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Letter, Bushrod Washington to Hannah Washington, 1778 Box 6, Folder 1778.05.11

A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington writes his mother (Hannah Bushrod Washington) while a student at William and Mary College at age 16. He writes about world affairs and his activities at William and Mary. Autograph letter signed, address panel on verso.

  1. The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
  2. Historic manuscript collection, 1601/1933
  3. Series 1. Documents and Manuscripts
  4. Manuscripts Box 6, 1778/1779

Letter, Bushrod Washington to Hannah Washington, 1779 Box 6, Folder 1779.10.29

A.L.S. 2 pages. Tells of his safe arrival at Wakefield and comments on the health of the family. Asks for his grandmother's shoes which he has forgotten and other personal matters. Autograph letter signed, with integral cover docketed by Col. John A. Washington of Bushfield by Jerry.

  1. The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
  2. Historic manuscript collection, 1601/1933
  3. Series 1. Documents and Manuscripts
  4. Manuscripts Box 6, 1778/1779

Letter, Bushrod Washington to Hannah Washington, 1783 Box 8, Folder 1783.07.01

A.L.S. 8 pages. Indebted to her for her faithful correspondence ... hopes to shorten stay in Phila., by devoting all his time to law. ... reflects on his first 21 yrs ... is sending his portrait, painted by Henry Benbridge. Expresses his opinion of the picture. Concern about his sister Milly's cusses education of women in general and especially his sister's. Desires her to learn music and French if any tutors can still be found in Va. If not, will tutor her himself when he returns. Believes a woman should learn more than just domestic duties. Will write sister (Jane) an account of Mrs. (?) a very good friend who is the victim of persecuting misfortune, "the most Unhappy woman in the world".

  1. The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
  2. Historic manuscript collection, 1601/1933
  3. Series 1. Documents and Manuscripts
  4. Manuscripts Box 8, 1783/1784

Letter, Bushrod Washington to Hannah Washington, 1789 Box 14, Folder 1789.06.21

A.L.S. 4 pages. Alexandria. Discusses religion ... suggests his mother rise early and ride before breakfast ... glad she is rid of Sorrel ... welcome to molasses sugar ... will not be diffident in requesting favors of her ... glad to hear wheat, barley, and clover are so fine ... agricultural advice ... Name on original manuscript appears as "B. Washington."

  1. The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
  2. Historic manuscript collection, 1601/1933
  3. Series 1. Documents and Manuscripts
  4. Manuscripts Box 14, 1789

Letter, Bushrod Washington to Hannah Washington, 1797 Box 29, Folder 1797.04.04

A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond to Hannah Washington, Bushfield. Distressed over health of his niece--hopes she will be spared to them [probably Mary Lee Washington, b. 1795 - d. 1827, daughter of his brother Corbin]--"She is the picture of two beloved angels"--business with Col. [Wm. A.] Washington--pay Mr. Rice for horse bought of him--Nancy [wife, Anne Blackburn Washington] will be delighted to send her all of her books. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, postmarked "[ ] April 1797", watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as "B. Washington." Date on original catalog card appears [17]97 April 4.

  1. The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
  2. Historic manuscript collection, 1601/1933
  3. Series 1. Documents and Manuscripts
  4. Manuscripts Box 29, 1796/1797

Letter, Corbin Washington to Hannah Bushrod Washington Box 81, Folder undated no. 24

A.L.S. 2 pages. Sends two letters received from Sister [Mildred Washington] Lee--Col. [Wm. A.] Washington gave him a letter for her which he had opened, dealing with sale of her tobacco--sends flower seeds sent through Col. W.--hopes to see her tomorrow. Autograph letters signed, integral cover, mounted, laminated, watermark.

  1. The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
  2. Historic manuscript collection, 1601/1933
  3. Series 1. Documents and Manuscripts
  4. Manuscripts Box 81

Letter, Corbin Washington to Hannah Washington, 1795 Box 21, Folder 1792.11.25

A.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as "C. Washington."

  1. The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
  2. Historic manuscript collection, 1601/1933
  3. Series 1. Documents and Manuscripts
  4. Manuscripts Box 21, 1792

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