Washington, Bushrod, 1762-1829

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Autograph letter signed, about debt.

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Autograph letter signed. Bushrod writes that he has looked through a bundle of General Washington’s letters and his letterbook and found one letter to Dr. Jenifer regarding the sale of tobacco.

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A.L.S. 4 pages. Concerns the sale of a schooner and or a slave named Arthur ... has been offered "... $600., or the vessel alone, ...". Autograph letter signed, integral cover, Alexandria, docketed "Judge Washington." Name on original manuscript appears as "Bush. Washington."

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Autograph letter signed, about financial matters.

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A.L.S. 3 pages. Walnut Farm. Concerning the execution of the estates of Bushrod's father, John Augustine Washington, and Lawrence Augustine's father, Samuel Washington, both deceased. Bushrod writes, "I have never condemned you for demanding of the executors of your father ... a settlement of their accounts, and altho' I thought it unkind to institute a suit ag[ainst] me ..." Bushrod is nevertheless willing to settle the matter. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.

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Autograph letter signed, regarding the suit of the estate of George Washington against Thomas Lee and Gerard Alexander of Pendleton County.

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A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon to Fort Washington. Must decline invitation to dine--Mrs. W. afraid he will have another attack like that he just had, if he goes--her excitement on matter so strong he cannot bring himself to go without her consent--invites him and other officers over to dine. Name on original manuscript appears as "Bush. Washington." Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed.

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A.L.S. 4 pages. A note fixing the time for "...you, the other gentlemen, and the ladies of the fort [Fort Washington] to dine with me ...." sends Mrs. M. a few apricots... Name on original manuscript appears as "Bush. Washington." Autograph letter signed, integral cover. Mt. Vernon docketed "Hon. Bush. Washington 5th July 1829."

Scope and Contents A.L.S. 3 pages. Richmond. Bushrod writes to "My dear friend" and closes with greetings "affectionately to Mrs. P." but the addressee is otherwise not made clear. He answers several queries concerning various legal cases, posed to Bushrod either in a series of letters or in one long unanswered -- includes Mr. Breckenridge's opinion on a horse sold to Ingraham by Lewis -- adds a postscript "Did you ever read such a gloomy letter?" after noting that his wife would have added her own greetings...

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Philadelphia to Alexandria. Health improving after respiratory illness; returning soon to court.

Scope and Contents A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. Yellow fever in Alexandria has delayed Bushrods answer --now the "prevailing disorder" (likely also yellow fever) in Philadelphia has convinced Bushrod that no good could result from trying to carry on business -- he writes that the request of the gentlemen of the bar, confirmed by Peters, is agreeable, so he requests Peters to attend if he safely can and to adjourn the Court to the next term. Autograph letter signed, docketed, postmarked "George Col. Sept. 26,"...

Scope and Contents A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod writes to Peters that he has heard of the sickness in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Norfolk, New York and Philadelphia (yellow fever) -- asks if they should hold court for "your District"? -- thinks judges and lawyers would attend, but would jury men and witnesses also attend if in danger of sickness? -- would it be better to postpone until winter? -- intends to spend a few days at Wheatland near Charlestown, Jefferson County. Autograph letter signed,...

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The letter addresses several legal questions to Peters and ends with the admonition that the British fleet is expected hourly and "will do great mischief should these ships pass the fort" (Fort Washington) where "the Adams (a vessel), some gunboats and about 2000 men" are understood to be stationed.

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A.L.S. 1 page. Offers to dismiss the suit against him initiated by Bushrod Washington, Jr., and accept the provision made for him in his father's will (Wm A. W-n) "in discharge of the sum which Colo. Washington recd as his guardian from the Executors of Genl Washington."

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A.L.S. 1 page. Mount Vernon. MS-2471 A - To Robert Beverley, Esq., Judge Washington asks Mr. Beverley to recommend a lawyer to represent Mr. Parks [husband of Harriot Washington] suit, for the executors of General Washington; MS-2471 B 1p., A copy of Robert Beverley's reply appears on the inside page, in handwriting of Mr. Beverley, dated June 2, 1826.

Scope and Contents A.L.S. 3 pages. Mount Vernon. Reports his success with pisé [or rammed earth] buildings -- has built ice house and 2 porter's houses -- Bushrod is "perfectly satisfied with the cheapness, the strength and durability of these buildings" -- considers building a 2 story house for nephew in this fashion on the west of the Blue Ridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, docketed "Mar. 19th 1812 recd. 24th," postmarked "Alexa. Mar. 23." Name on original manuscript appears as "Bush....

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Draft copy. A.L.S. 1 page. Bushrod Washington calls Robert Lewis's attention to the matter that certain sources have not paid their obligations and that the duty of legally enforcing such payment may be necessary. Name on original manuscript appears as "Bush Washington." Autograph letter signed, (Draft-Copy).

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Letter, Mount Vernon. To Simon Summers, Surveyor of Henrico County. Requests him to make survey of some of his land--leave letter in p.o. saying when to expect him. Name on original manuscript appears as "Bush. Washington". On reverse is docket "Rough Plat and notes of one of Judge Washington's fields." and notation "at request of Judge Washington." There follows survey notes dated July 25-26, 1813, and the two names "John Bryan and Robbert Dunnington C.C."

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A.L.S. 2 pages. Richmond, to Porter in Alexandria. With much wit, Bushrod explains how he has been too busy with "Law and politicks" to write. He urges Porter to visit him and also mentions business/legal matters involving Mr. Payne, Mr. Cole, and Mr. Brackenridge. Autograph letter signed, integral cover.

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A.L.S. 1 page. "Dear Sir, The object of this letter is to give you the name and place of residence of the gentleman on whose account I spoke to you this morning, as they may escape your recollection. 'William Griffith, Burlington, New Jersey.' Sincerely yrs, Bush. Washington."

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Autograph letter signed, about renting Rock Hall.

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Autograph letter signed, likely to Lawrence Lewis, about settling account books

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Autograph letter, signed, likely to Lawrence Washington, about lands in Kentucky and lots in the Federal City.

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Autograph letter signed, about recovering money and selling wheat crop.

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Subject of the letter deals with dispersal of George Washington's property, including the sale of land and mules. It also discusses the terms of the hiring of nineteen of Mrs. Penelope French's enslaved people, in which Mrs. French was paid $700-800 a year throughout her natural life.

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A.L.S. 1 page. To "Dear Sir." Concerns Bushrod Washington's insurance policy on Mount Vernon, from the Mutual Insurance Company.

Scope and Contents A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek --...

Scope and Contents A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Bushrod mentions receiving tax money for Mr. Turner's land -- will settle with your uncle [Lawr. Lewis] also will get him to sign the power of attorney so he can sell the Kentucky lands which belong to the devisees of Gen. Washington -- gives information of Kentucky lands: deed from Gen. Lee to Washington for 5000@ dated Nov. 5, 1798 -- was recorded in Kentucky court of appeals Dec. 7, 1799 -- gives James Nourse's description of tract of 2000@ on Rough Creek --...

Scope and Contents Bushrod Washington, Alexandria VA, writes to Col. William A. Washington at Haywood regarding correspondence he received and enclosed about land belonging to William Washington. Bushrod reports that he has made enquires about the lots and hopes to provide satisfactory information on the subject. A side board ordered by William Washington has arrived and Bushrod suggests sending a vessel from his part of the country to retrieve the item. Sends love to his two nephews. Autograph letter signed,...

Scope and Contents A.L.S. 2 pages. Mount Vernon. Informs him of meeting of legatees, at which decision was made "to sell amongst ourselves" all Washington's land except the Kanawha and Ohio lands -- lists lands sold and amounts received at sales of June 6 and 7 -- prices better than he expected -- executors to appoint an agent and surveyor to go to Ohio and Kanawha lands and lay them off in 23 parts before the next meeting of legatees -- he is embarrassed for funds -- will write to Dr. Smith about Bushrod...