Sweat, Margaret J.M. (Margaret Jane Mussey), 1823-1908

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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.

Scope and Contents Typescript copy. Account of her visit to Mount Vernon during the War, Feb. 24, 1864. Account of trip by boat; 14 persons including Miss Tracy; describes camps along the river; Mount Vernon neutral ground; welcomed by Mr. Herbert; Mary McMakin also there. Walked about grounds with Herbert who talked of experiences there during War. Only portion or rooms "made fit for occupancy". Dined in Library, gives bill of fare. Registered in "big" book, paid $1.00. Herbert gave each bouquet of...

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A.L.S. Rosemont. On resignation of Mrs. Davis, she offers Mrs. Sweat the position. As a Grand Council will soon be held, when nomination will be presented, asks for a prompt reply. ER-19, p. 91

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A.L. Draft. Mount Vernon. Confidential. Great financial crisis, on Dec. 3 only $107 in treasury. Revenue from visitors, wharfage, sale of photographs. Investments hard to sell. Riggs' unsought report to Council and misunderstanding; Regent cancels debt to him, he resigns. Owes Mr. Herbert $1500, Sec. Tracy $200, Council's budget impractical with no funds. Regent decides to retrench drastically awaiting spring boat service. Loans made by Mr. Herbert and G.W. Riggs. ER-11, p. 151

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Small booklet of check stubs kept by Mrs. Sweat while Acting Regent.

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Bound ledger, handwritten "true copy" of meeting minutes for Council, 1872-1877.

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A.L.S. Washington, D.C. Jay Cooke and Co. Acknowledges receipt of coupon bond Portland and Rochester Railroad for Endowment Fund, and advised Regent of same. ER-19, p. 127

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Handwritten account of the history of the Board of Visitors by Margaret Sweat. Covers dates 1856-1885.

Scope and Contents "This volume is compiled from original documents in th epossession of Mrs. Margaret J.M. Sweat, second Vice Regent for Maine, and its gives the history of the Vice Regency of Maine from 1858-1896. Letters to and from Miss Cunningham, appeals and clippinsgs and letters to and from many Vice Regents and the Secretaries to Miss Cunningham." Note - all original letters have been removed and placed in chronological order within the Early Records collection. Clippings, appeals, and notes written...

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A.L.S. Augusta. Will attempt to aid MVLA in their claim to Congress. Advises it be included in the General Appropriation Bill and not a stand alone bill. ER-19, p. 99

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A.L.S. Washington. Asks for a "memorial in regard to the Mount Vernon matter," to refer to Committee as basis for appropriation. ER-19, p. 101

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List of subscribers and their contributions made toward purchasing fire equipment for the protection of Mount Vernon. List kept by Margaret Sweat, Vice Regent for Maine.

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Handwritten note. ERL-14. Undated 121.

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Handwritten note. ER-20, p. 88. Undated 122.

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Copy press letter adhered to paper. Praises Miss Cunningham for her continuing efforts on behalf of the MVLA. Much is illegible.

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A.L.S. Portland, December 24. Discusses a petition to Congress for the endowment fund and the Lewis sale of Washington relics. ERL-40. Undated 116.

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A.L.S. Portland, July 19. Thanks him for his opinion and understanding of the MVLA Act of Incorporation 1856 and 1858. Discusses merits of each. ER-17, p. 273. Undated 119.

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Incomplete draft. Appreciates his letter concerning the efforts to preserve Valley Forge. Is flattered to be asked to help, but her duties for Mount Vernon are too consuming to take on anything else. ERL-26. Undated 118.

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A.L.S. Milwaukee. Had long interview with Mrs. Barry in Chicago. Refers to Mrs. Halsted's plan for Hall floor and arch in Hall. Wants a competent person to handle affair and give estimates, suggestions re a wooden carpet, a solid oak floor, costs, durability of same, etc. She is now with Mrs. Mitchell. ER-18, p. 146

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Thanks her for a lovely visit. Misses her. Catches her up on the health of Mr. Sweat.

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Has collected the $50 as directed to the Vice Regents by Council and will send it on. Tells her about the recovery to health (over 5 months) of a woman staying with her. Misses her a lot.

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Talks about affairs at Mount Vernon going very badly. Various Vice Regents want the Council to get together soon. She’ll be in Washington for Congress.

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Complains of Regent’s actions on many occasions. Has sent around a letter about it to other Vice Regents.

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Complains of Regent’s actions. Wants reply from Laughton to previous letter. Accuses Regent of using Association money for private use.

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Discusses upcoming Council meeting and decision making. Also sending condolences for her loss.

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As acting Regent, she was appalled by prices charged for work and groceries. Wants her to visit at her house so she can give her a full report. Discusses investments of Association.

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Wants to encourage Vice Regent from Kentucky to stay on the Council. Miss Cunningham’s papers are in the hands of Florida Cunningham.

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Discusses various Mount Vernon papers and letters to and from Miss Cunningham. Council should examine them. Is grateful for Laughton’s friendship. Glad Camille is healthy again. Wants to send Maine coat of arms.

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Wishes her a good new year, despite her difficulties. Col. Hollingsworth is in arrears. She has sent him money to pay for improvements ordered by Council. Discusses investments and interest returned.

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Discusses the recent Council meeting and how many things she would like to discuss with Laughton about it. Really likes Mrs. Pickens as a new Vice Regent.