Chace, Abby Wheaton Pearce

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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. Sends him a copy of her final report on the settlement with Miss Tracy. Implies that Miss Tracy had been misusing funds during war years, as she made several unauthorized expenditures at her discretion. Felt she must bring this to Mr. Riggs' attention. ER-13, p. 16

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A.L.S. Sends check from part of amount collected in Providence. ER-23, p. 45

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A.L.S. Providence, April 3. Asks Mr. Hollingsworth to send her a plat with descriptions of the "George Washington tea room" which is to become the Rhode Island Room. ER-5, p. 175. Undated 063.

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A.L.S. Providence, May 2. Received Mrs. Halsted's note asking to postpone work at Mount Vernon until after Council. She concurs and has received his letter. ER-5, p. 176. Undated 064.

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A.L.S. Providence, May 14. Accepts the proposal from the carpenter he asked Mrs. Halsted to forward to her. Approves and asks that he start right away. Asks about coat of arms for the door. ER-5, p. 177. Undated 065.

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A.L.S. Providence. Could he please pay man who brought her trunks to Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 179

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A.L.S. Providence, July 19. Discusses banks for storing funds. ERL-51. Undated 062.

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A.L.S. Has been reviewing her papers but not found much. Discusses what she knows and remembers regarding the boat contract. Says Mr. Riggs and Miss Tracy were irresponsible with money. Miss Tracy spent it as she pleased.

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A.L.S. Agrees with Regent and others that it is not the best time to approach Congress with bill. ER-7, p. 117

Scope and Contents A.L.S. Providence. Has remained in office despite her inability to be active because she believes many things she knows should die with her. Awkwardness of answering some questions of a successor. Relates whole history of difficulties with Miss Tracy. Account settled with Miss Tracy and receipt received from her. The receipt has disappeared and fears Miss Tracy may cause them trouble. Relations between Regent and Miss Tracy. Money unaccounted for. Association attacked after war. Her answer...

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A.L.S. Providence. Has found paper in safe. Much relieved because of Miss Tracy's vindictiveness. ER-5, p. 207

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A.L.S. Providence. Absent from state until War was finished. Asks about funds needed for repairs and receipts by boat. Unfavorable press letters. Hopes Tomb may be put in good condition in Fall. Criticism of women's undertaking is always severe. ER-13, p. 6

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A.L.S. Praises for Mrs. Berghman's Regency. Captain of the Arrow has failed to perform his part of contract with MVLA. Boat running in oppostion to MVLA's. Feels business not adequate for service by more than one company.

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A.L.S. Providence. She has been so busy, would resign except she does not think anyone else should come into the Board until errors and mistakes of past years are covered over. Defends Miss Cunningham now that she is out of her chair at Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 181

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Expresses concern about aligning with other societies. Is trying to convince her ladies to furnish a room in the mansion but has been unsuccessful.

Scope and Contents A.L.S. Washington. Bottom of last page appears to have been cut off at bottom. Invites her to Mount Vernon before Council. Regent saves claim bill. Pressure of years prior to war. Arranging official accounts and papers for archives. Treasurer Riggs resignation. Miss Tracy outstayed her useful services. Association became fragmentary during War. Describes help of Mr. Blaine, Mr. Brooks, Mr. Sumner and Mr. Johnson with Bill of Claims. Finally Regent presents Claims to senators, new BIll...

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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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Letterpress copy, first page then A.L.S. second page. Re article that appeared in Washington Chronicle criticizing Regent's attitude toward Mount Vernon. Sent it to the Regent with a letter which she copied for Mrs. Chace. Asks what action Vice Regents should take.

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Copy. Newark. Feels the Centennial is an ideal time to solicit funds for repair and endowment for Mount Vernon. Feels it unfair all proceeds of Lady Washington tea parties are going to local charities or Independence Hall. ER-6, p. 91

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Copy. Newark. Now a decided change for floors at Mount Vernon, reports several opinions, discussed also at executive meeting in New York. Mrs. Farnsworth offers to furnish Hall and coat of arms for her state. Decided to put new supporters under Hall, arch to support floor above, a heavy pine floor with oak floor on top, also simple black walnut border inlaid around edge. Refers to things stolen at Mount Vernon. ER-6, p. 193

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Copy. Newark. Told Hollingsworth to proceed with Hall flooring. Gives measurements of Dining Room. Sideboard is original Washington presented by late Mrs. Lee. Found in attic in Alexandria in "forlorn condition." Mrs. Barnes had it scraped, varnished. New Jersey gives Rhode Island an India ink painting of Earl of Chatham. Refers to mirrors from Van Rensselaer family, stripes of black walnut border, broad stripe close to base. Hollingsworth's estimate for carpenter is $187. W-94

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Copy. Newark. Hall floor being laid. ER-6, p. 193

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Copy. Mount Vernon. Finished work on old papers for the present. Reports visit to Mr. Corcoran re photographer. President Hayes' wife and group of children visit Mount Vernon. Mrs. Hayes returns with the President for a weekend at Mount Vernon. Sarah's good, simple meals. They occupy Lafayette Room, attend church at Pohick, return on White House barge Monday morning. ER-7, p. 137