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Letter, John Augustine Washington III to Mathew Harrison, 1846 Box 68, Folder 1846.10.22

A.L.S. 1 page. Asks him to inform Hammerly that the money toward his bond is due. He was supposed to make a payment weeks ago but Washington has not heard back from him. He would not be so rushed to receive payment except that he needs the money himself.

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  2. Historic manuscript collection, 1601/1933
  3. Series 1. Documents and Manuscripts
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Letter, John Augustine Washington III to Messers Gales & Leaton, 1856 Box 1, Folder 1856.04.14

Autograph letter signed, 2 p. Draft copy. Mount Vernon. Washington issues a statement to the publishers of a journal regarding his sale of Mount Vernon. In a crossed out line, he mentions "a Lady in South Carolina," Ann Pamela Cunningham.

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  2. Lawrence Washington collection of Washington family papers, 1787/1932

Letter, John Augustine Washington III to "my dear cousin, " Eliza Lidden (?) or Selden, 1845 Box 1

Is in the market to purchase negroes as one of his men, Alfred, has run off. Wants to know whether she still wishes to dispose of her negroes and what her price would be. He could pay $500 cash and then pay off the principal in a year or two.

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  2. John Augustine Washington III and Mount Vernon Ladies' Association (MVLA) collection, 1834/1957

Letter, John Augustine Washington III to Richard Carter, 1854 Box 2

Discusses his offer to sell Mount Vernon to the state. Says $200,000 is less than the property could sell for on the market. Talks about having a model farm as nothing meant more to Washington than farming. Would welcome them to visit. Reminds them that his terms cannot be materially modified.

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  2. John Augustine Washington III and Mount Vernon Ladies' Association (MVLA) collection, 1834/1957

Letter, John Augustine Washington III to Richard Carter (copy), 1854 Box 2

(Typed transcription included) Says he is asking less money of the state than he had been offered by others. Tells them of his desire for a model farm as the pursuit of an improved system of agriculture was of great importance to General Washington. Would welcome a visit from them.

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  2. John Augustine Washington III and Mount Vernon Ladies' Association (MVLA) collection, 1834/1957

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