Washington, John Augustine, III, 1821-1861

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Mount Zephyr. Encloses a copy of a survey related to construction of a turnpike over a hill near Gum Springs. Mr. Mason is opposed to all roads “within 50 miles of him” but has granted permission for a survey on his land and seems to realize he cannot block construction of the road.

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List of deposits in the hand of John Augustine Washington III, with note at the bottom regarding payment on April 6, "APC."

Scope and Contents There are several copies of this document as well as this original copy. This document was offered by Henry Woodhouse of New York, along with eight other items, for $2,000 in April 1963. Mr. Woodhouse suggested that this document was in the hand of Ann Pamela Cunninghman, but this is likely not the case.In the agreement, John A. Washington agrees to sell Mount Vernon to the MLVA for the sum of $200,000. This includes the mansion, tomb, grounds, and wharf. The sale is to be...

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,...

Scope and Contents This is one of several copies of this document. The original was offered by Henry Woodhouse of New York, along with eight other items, for $2,000 in April 1963. Mr. Woodhouse suggested that this document was in the hand of Ann Pamela Cunninghman, but this is likely not the case.In the agreement, John A. Washington agrees to sell Mount Vernon to the MLVA for the sum of $200,000. This includes the mansion, tomb, grounds, and wharf. The sale is to be financed by $18,000 in cash as...

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Agreement appointing James Guy as arbitrator in a “cause of difference” regarding a bridge afloat in the Potomac. Awards $135 to Washington.

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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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Fairfax Court House to Alexandria. Discusses the commissioners appointed to assess damages to the properties of lands through which the Manassas Gap Rail will pass. One property holder is not a freeholder, which poses a problem.

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A.L.S. She met his family friend Mr. Mason of Virgina who was happy to hear of her interest in Mount Vernon. He asked her not to leave Washington until he had spoken to Mr. Washington, so she hopes it will be convenient for them to meet. She enjoyed their recent meeting very much and hopes he will consider her a great friend to Mount Vernon. RM-524, ER-4278

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A.L.S. Philadelphia. Urges him to proceed with a letter he has promised to write for publication, which she asserts, will put an end to controversy and misunderstanding over the sale of Mount Vernon. RM-523, ER-4251

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A.L.S. Draft. Forwards a paper [not present] indicating the success of her efforts at Mount Vernon and states, "I am cheered indeed to see how great a hold the one idea I promulgated my making his tomb a bond of Union! - bulwark against Abolitionism!" ER-4268 RM-523

Scope and Contents A.L.S. Marked "Private." Thanks him for the papers he previously forwarded. Discusses the importance of protecting the Mansion from fire and mentions a suggestion from a Vice Regent to photograph each room to ensure they could be properly reconstructed if necessary. Discusses the best time to take possession of the property. Speaks of the politics between the North and South, and certain "warlike intentions on the future on an Asso'n of women!!" She goes on "As if man ever came off conqueror...

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A.L.S. Philadelphia. States that the work of The Association is accomplished through the "voluntary self consecration of the women of our land," and therefore paid agents have been employed to collect funds. For this reason, she must refuse the request of Bushrod W. Herbert for such employment. ER-4267, p. 4

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A.L.S. Writes to deplore insulting rumors about Washington's motives in selling Mount Vernon and to speculate on what action might be taken to counter act them. RM-523, ER-4267, 4 p.

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A.L.S. 4 p. Richmond.Asks his instructions for depositing $12000 with Mr. Riggs, requests information about their common ancestry in the Dalton and Herbert families and relates that Mr. Everett has insisted that she sign an appeal with her real name, not "my assumed name de plume" probably the Southern Matron. ER-4250, RM-523

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APC makes her case imploringly - notes her poor health. Asks to visit Mount Vernon. RM-523, ER-4276

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A.L.S. Encloses New York Daily News article from May 5, 1856, defending John Augustine Washington against attacks in the press. RM-523, 4277 (alternate card numbers RM-524, ER-4294)

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A.L.S. 4p. States that she will come to Mount Vernon to meet with him regarding the public announcement of his willingness to dispose of Mount Vernon to Virginia if certain conditions are met. RM-523, ER-4225

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A.L.S. 3 p. She is on "the boat" but lacking the strength to come up to the Mansion, requests that he meet there with her to discuss "bright prospects." RM-523, ER-4226

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A.L.S. 4 p. Charleston. Proposes to place the problem of the preservation of Mount Vernon before the Virginia Legislature, although "a Republican form of government is not the best adapted to this purpose." Requests that he prepare a report detailing methods and expenses necessary for the maintenance of the estate. ER-4227, RM-523

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A.L.S. 4 p. Charleston. Requests further clarification of his conditions and asks that he drop his silence and become more actively involved in the public controversy regarding the sale and the Mount Vernon Bill before the Virginia Legislature. ER-4228, RM-523

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A.L.S. 4 p. Charleston. Thanks him for his opinion of Mr. Ritchie's criticism of the Charter, requests from him a clear statement of the terms on which he is willing to dispose of Mount Vernon. Warns him of the prejudice and ignorance of the "Masses of the Community" and assures him that she will spare no effort to protect his reputation from such prejudice. RM-523, ER-4229

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A.L.S. 4 p. Charleston. Alludes to her efforts with Mr. Everett and Mr. and Mrs. Ritchie and their earnest desire for his cooperation in the cause. ER-4230, RM-523

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A.L.S. Charleston. Apologizes for confusion corrected by her correspondence with many other parties concerning the Association and negotiations for acquisition of Mount Vernon. Suggests some minor revisions in the draft of the contract or terms of sale. Expresses surprise at the offer of the Agriculture Society to buy the estate. ER-4232, RM-523

Scope and Contents A.L.S. 10 p. Charleston. Writes to reassure him about rumors and published accounts questioning his motives in the matter of the sale of Mount Vernon; accusations that he has neglected the estate and that he is attempting to "speculate in the bones of his ancestors." She assures him that she has been active in his defense and points out the malice and ignorance of his detractors. Mentions the private offer of $300,000. The Virginia Bill and the proposal of the Agricultural Society. RM-523,...

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A.L.S. 8 p. Writes to report decisions of Mount Vernon committee regarding contract, arrangements with The Virginia Legislature, celebration of Washington's Birthday, financial difficulties, terms of sale, and other topics. RM-523, ER-4236

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A.L.S. 3 p. Richmond. Forwards 3 newspaper articles from the Richmond South, the first a criticism of the Association and John A. Washington, Ann Pamela Cunningham reply, signed Southern Matron, and the original writer's answer. RM-4298, ER-4298 (different numbers on folder)

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A.L.S. 2 p. Requests that he visit briefly to meet with her and Mr. Yancey and Mr. Everett. RM-523, ER-4239

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A.L.S. 2 p. Sends him a portrait of George Washington and requests to come the next day to meet with her and Mr. Yancey. RM-523, ER-4240