Washington, Bushrod, 1762-1829

Scope and Contents A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes that he is convinced the fire at Mt. Vernon was set by an incendiary, but he knows not whom to suspect -- he can impute no motive to any of his "domestics," all of whom exerted themselves to extinguish the fire -- still, great damage was done -- Mrs. Washington's health was impaired by the alarm, though she is recovering. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked "Alexa May 22," watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as...

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A.L.S. 4 pages. Philadelphia. Expresses his happiness that her health has improved, apparently due to the efficity of a medicinal concoction of his own devise. Describes his heavy work schedule of Supreme Court cases and a visit to a circus, which he enjoyed immensely.

Scope and Contents A.L.S. 2 pages. Philadelphia. To Thompson at the Supreme Court of the U.S. Didn't write sooner because he wanted to examine Thompson's decisions carefully -- then "our domestic misfortunes occurred, which compelled me to take my family to the mountains" -- apologizing for his resulting silence, Bushrod then writes out his opinion on the several decisions made by Thompson, concurring in all. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, laminated, watermarked (M). Name on original...

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A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes "I had a short session in Phila. and decided but few cases, but most of them are interesting" -- he then gives an account of the five most important law cases he decided at Philadelphia -- asks Thompson's opinion on them and for a report of cases decided in Thompson's circuit. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed, postmarked "Alexa. Ca. May 11." Name on original manuscript appears as "Bush. Washington."

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Autograph letter signed, discussing financial transactions. Mentions John Marshall.

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Autograph letter signed. Discusses suit with Samuel Washington and Kanawha lands.

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Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, with additional page of accounts.

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Autograph letter signed, about selling city property and settling accounts.

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Autograph letter signed. Bushrod writes that he “highly approves” of Lewis’s “plan for the future settlement of the free negroes.”

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Autograph letter signed, giving instructions for dealing with Mr. Alexander. Bushrod writes about Lawrence’s plan to resettle the “free negroes.”

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Autograph letter signed, with list of all the legatees of George Washington’s estate and their addresses.

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Autograph letter signed, discussing Mr. Alexander’s financial problems.

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Autograph letter signed, 2 pages, about the sale of Rock Hall.

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Autograph letter signed, about the sale of Rock Hall.

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Autograph letter signed, about the sale of Rock Hall.

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Autograph letter signed, about the sale of Rock Hall and complaints about Mr. Alexander.

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Autograph letter signed, about settling various accounts.

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Autograph letter signed, with details of amount to be paid to Dr. Turner from Washington’s estate.

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Autograph letter signed, about settling the estate of George Washington.

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Autograph letter signed. Bushrod writes that he purchased 10 barrels of corn to give to the “free negroes.”

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Autograph letter signed, regarding legal matters in Alexandria.

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Autograph letter signed, regarding judgement against Mr. Lee.

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Autograph letter signed. Bushrod writs that Lawrence needs to meet Mr. Lee in Alexandria about settling debt.

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Autograph letter signed, about Mr. Alexander and hiring Reuben to build a brick chimney.

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Autograph letter signed, about buying clothes, meat, and corn for a poor woman.

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Autograph letter signed, about claims made by Mr. Hammond and Mr. Peter. Bushrod writes that his health has been poor.

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Autograph letter signed, about payment for corn and house in Alexandria.

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Autograph letter signed, about signing an agreement with Doctor Peale.

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Autograph letter signed, encloses check for corn and timothy.

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Autograph letter signed. Bushrod invites Lawrence to dine at Mount Vernon so they can discuss Dismal Swamp shares.