Law, Elizabeth Parke Custis, 1776-1831

Abstract

Financial account of Eliza Parke Custis Law with Thomas Law from December 1807 to February 1809. Most relate to household expenses, includes an order of prints by Vanderlyn and two payments 'in favor of William Causten' [William Costin?]. Autograph document, 2 pages, docketed on the reverse.

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Reproduction, 1 page. Statement of authenticity, written and signed by Eliza P. Custis, dated at Washington on July 4th 1830, regarding a trunk given to her by her brother George Washington Parke Custis that had been used by her grandmother, Martha Washington, and accompanied her each winter when she joined the General at his winter quarter during the Revolution.

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Articles of agreement between George Calvert and Thomas Peter with Thomas Law, agreeing that Thomas Law and his wife Eliza Parke Custis Law will live separately. Eliza will receive $1500 per year from Law, and all the interest from her inheritance from George Washington will go to her and her daughter.

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The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Photographers primarily include staff members and contract photographers. The collection spans the 1930s to the 2000s and includes analog material made up of a variety of sizes of film negatives providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, restoration, and changes throughout the estate.

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Autograph letter signed from Eliza, Hope Park, asking her grandfather for a picture of him. Docketed in Washington's hand on verso.

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3 letters written by Elizabeth Parke Custis Law Rogers to her mother between December 5, 1819 - November 21, 1821.

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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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5 letters from Eliza Custis Law to her stepson John Law. The first letter is addressed to John at George Town College and the other four to Harvard University.

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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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5 dated letters from Eliza Custis Law to her stepson John Law.

Scope and Contents From the Collection:

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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15 undated letters and notes written by Eliza Custis Law to her stepson John Law.

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4 undated letters from Eliza Custis Law to her stepson John Law.

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Elizabeth Parke Custis Law, Washington, to Thomas Law, London

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7 letters written by Brigadier General Simon Bernard, Washington City, to Eliza Parke Custis Law between March 28, 1828 and May 21, 1830.

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Autographed letter signed (signature cut out) George Washington, German Town, to Eliza Parke Custis. Washington offers his granddaughter advice on love and marriage.

Scope and Contents From the Collection:

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.

Scope and Contents A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza encloses a check for $103 (this is return of a loan plus interest) -- insists on sending the interest, too -- apologizes for delay -- will "resort to harsh measures" to recover what is her due, and then will have plenty money -- has been very ill -- Mr. Rogers has come and taken away last child of her daughter to Baltimore, and now she is desolate and alone -- Gen. Lafayette wants her to come to him in France, but she doesn't want to leave her...

Scope and Contents A.L.S. 5 pages. Washington to Boston. Eliza writes that Mr. Blagden was to take letter, but did not stop in to visit, only sending his card -- perhaps he was told she wouldn't receive strangers -- she broke up housekeeping and is living quietly in lodgings -- she goes soon for several months to her sister's (Nelly Lewis's), in Alexandria where she has gone to procure masters for youngest child [Angela] -- had rather be there than at other brother and sisters where she once lived with her...

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A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as "Eliza Parke Custis."

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A.L.S. Washington to New York. Name on original manuscript appears as "Eliza P. Custis." Concerning her picture that she does not like to be without even though she is sure it is safe "in your care." Next to her little grandchildren she values it above all things. Has been ill with a pain in her head and eyes.

Scope and Contents A.L.S. 3 pages. Washington to Woodlawn. Eliza explains that she is not asking Lewis for money or for much of his time -- she writes that she is planning on going to Salt Sulphur, White Sulphur and Sweet Springs for her health -- further, she intends to go to her land near there, that had been left her by George Washington -- she asks Lewis for letters of recommendation to procure aid in establishing her claim, and for his description of the route from the Springs to Point Pleasant and...

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A.D.S. 2 pages. Eliza presents her friend the attached clipping of two words ["that it"] cut from something written by George Washington -- she also attached a small piece of velvet worn by him -- all in thanks for Snow's kindnesses since Eliza's arrival in Boston. Name on original manuscript appears as "Eliza Parke Custis." Autograph document signed, laminated.

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The letter includes a swatch of velvet cloth worn by George Washington stitched to the letter to thank Lutz for his time as the Sergeant of Washington guard at Valley Forge.

Scope and Contents A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. Regrets that Eliza's insistance on journeying in cold wet weather has caused her suffering illness -- Powel hopes she and her sisters won't let their opposite political views come between them -- discusses Mr. Sergeant and Mr. Hopkinson of Pennsylvania, now in congress -- pleased Eliza resides with Col. [Tobias] Lear and wife [Frances Dandridge] -- recounts "a vague report in circulation here" that she and Mr. Law are to be reconciled for their child's sake --...

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A.L.S. 1 page. Concerning meeting arrangements and introductions.

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L. 1 page. Re: Col. Wharton acknowledges with great pleasure the gift from Mrs. Law of a waistcoat which belonged to General George Washington. Letter, handwritten, unsigned, no cover, postmark, etc.

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Lloyd Rogers to Elizabeth Parke Custis Law, Alexandria

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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.