Cunningham, Ann Pamela, 1816-1875

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A.L.S. Sends her a note to include in the next issue of the Mount Vernon Record. ER-13, p. 8. Undated 060.

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A.L.S. Sends report for Minutes. Thinks Miss Tracy would have paid back money had she asked for it, but thought it unwise. ER-13, p. 20

Scope and Contents From the Collection: The nucleus of this collection was created from papers given to the Association by Ann Pamela Cunningham around the time of her retirement as Regent. Several other Vice Regents followed her example and later donated their papers as well. These records were referred to as the “Early Records” since the time they were first established as an archival collection. A large portion of this collection is correspondence concerning the founding of the MVLA and the operation of Mount Vernon as a...

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A.L.S. with typed transcript. Accepts the position of Vice Regent for Rhode Island, but fears she will not be able to raise much money. She will try her best. ER-13

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A.L.S. Providence. Letter to Sec. Johnson, intended to be private, was seen by a Bishop who urged its publication: was done without Mrs. C's knowledge. Regrets error re Sec. Johnson. Wished to correct falsehoods about sectional feeling. Tries to correct Regent's attitude toward northern men's chivalry and purpose in this war. No need for anxiety for Association's welfare in the North. ER-13, p. 21-22 (Handwritten extract of letter ER-5, p. 173)

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A.L.S. Sends note for next Record. ER-13, p. 8

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A.L.S. with enclosed news clipping. Providence. Devereux sent engravings for sale at MV festival, too late. Took in over $1000 at Festival and will clear $800. News clipping gives information about the festival. ER-13, p. 9

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A.L.S. Inquires if Miss Cunningham has thought to expand the Association's work into Canada as she knows a circle of people around Montreal who would be interested. Names Madame Papineau (Mrs. L.J.A. Papineau) as a possible manager for the MVLA. ER-8, p. 65. Undated 168.

Scope and Contents From the Collection: The nucleus of this collection was created from papers given to the Association by Ann Pamela Cunningham around the time of her retirement as Regent. Several other Vice Regents followed her example and later donated their papers as well. These records were referred to as the “Early Records” since the time they were first established as an archival collection. A large portion of this collection is correspondence concerning the founding of the MVLA and the operation of Mount Vernon as a...

Scope and Contents From the Collection: The nucleus of this collection was created from papers given to the Association by Ann Pamela Cunningham around the time of her retirement as Regent. Several other Vice Regents followed her example and later donated their papers as well. These records were referred to as the “Early Records” since the time they were first established as an archival collection. A large portion of this collection is correspondence concerning the founding of the MVLA and the operation of Mount Vernon as a...

Scope and Contents The articles of agreement between John Augustine Washington III and the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union, signed by John A. Washington and Ann Pamela Cunningham, "A Southern Matron, Regent" and dated Richmond, April 6, 1858. This document subject to the Act which incorporated the Association passed by the General Assembly of Virginia on March 19, 1858 embodies the agreement to sell two hundred acres of the Mount Vernon tract including the Mansion, the Tomb of George Washington,...

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MLVA Regent Ann Pamela Cunningham made this contract with Sarah C. Tracy as "private secretary to said Regent." As secretary, Tracy must render six hours of service daily. She will receive a monthly salary figured at an annual rate of $400 irrespective of board and washing. She must also provide one month's notice if she decides to resign.

ER 13; p. 12, ALS

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Original agreement for the purchase of Mount Vernon by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. Signed by John Augustine Washington III and Ann Pamela Cunningham. Bound with decorative elements.

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Charleston. Encloses resolutions from Freemasons. Support will be from masons throughout union.

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A.L.S. New Orleans. From the President of the Constitution Club. The $81 raised to support the Bell and Everett campaign for Presidency is to be turned over to the Mount Vernon Association as a most worthy patriotic cause in which E. Everett has been zealously interested. ER-10, p. 93

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A.L.S. Rail Road Stand, Kingsville, S.C. At request of VR-Tenn, submits a circular he has prepared giving a national plan for canvassing country for funds, also a second plan if this is not satisfctory. Advocates many small contributions from the 30 million population of U.S. Adds a "confidential postscript" offering his services with "another plan." Mrs. Fogg has sent his circular to Regent for publication in MV Record. (Appeal on p. 189). ER-10, p. 185

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A.L.S. Wilmington. Sends $265.50, making total for No.Car. $5151.50 Congratulates N.C. on having Mrs. Letitia H. Walker of Greensboro as her successor. ER-14, p. 117

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A.L.S. Wilmington. Sends G.W. Riggs funds on hand, and gives Regent an accounting with list of subscribers for Record. ER-14, p. 115

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A.L.S. Wilmington. Asks advice on whether to leave money in Cape Fear Bank at no interest or to invest in Bonds of state of Virginia, only $2316.56 to their credit. ER-14, p. 115

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A.L.S. Wilmington. Sends G.W. Riggs $721+, this with "Virginia coupon bonds" for $2500 is total contribution from North Carolina. ER-14, p. 113

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A.L.S. Wilmington. Sends $26.50 to Mr. Riggs. Proceeds from Mr. Miller's lecture at St. Mary's School, Raleigh. ER-14, p. 115

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Wilmington. Hopes to raise much money in her town. Thanks APC for everything. RM-970, MS-5551

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Working for the cause in North Carolina. RM-970, MS-5553

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Thanks her for everything. Sent names. Selling pictures. MS-5552, RM-970

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Wants to wait for big celebration on February 22nd until papers for sale of Mount Vernon are signed. Wishes APC all good things. MS-5550, RM-970

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A.L.S. Wilmington. Collections small. Expects Everett. Dr. Hawks lectures in state. Sales of pictures bring $50. ER-14, p. 113

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A.L.S. Wilmington. Approves choice of George W. Riggs as treasurer. Dr. Hawks to lecture for Association. Will send plants when Association takes possession. Sends account of funds. Now on deposit in Mount Vernon fund, $418.93. ER-14, p. 113

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A.L.S. Washington. Gives up her office as "Asst. Sec." because of moving to Washington. Describes visit to MV. Returns all of Regent's papers and thanks her for many kindnesses. ER-13, p. 158-159

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A.L.S. Sends Cal. And N.H. lists to Devereux. Will order dresses from Besson for her examination and offers further services. ER-13, p. 153