Everett, Edward, 1794-1865

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A.L.S. Boston. Many interesting letters from Miss Cunningham and Miss Johnson unanswered due to pressing engagements. Spoke 6 times in 20 days, travelled over 1200 miles. Pleased she likes "MV papers" she has seen. States various types he is trying to reach, cites some results as Cambridge express-man giving $10, Ledger Agency Firm $50, etc. Re taking possession of MV, Feb 22. Hopes to send $1500 soon. ER-9, p. 221

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A.L.S. 3 pp. Is to repeat lecture in Philadelphia. Wishes as little personal notice as possible so as not to stir up enemies. Proceeds of lecture in Richmond were $858; at Petersburg has not heard; at U. of Virginia $550; 1500 tickets at $1 each sold in Philadelphia. ER-9, p. 93

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A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks her for papers sent and bouquet. Fears his address, nearly 2 hours in length, too great a tax on Regent's strength. ER-9, p. 95

Scope and Contents A.L.S. Boston. Regent's publication on J.A. Washington's letter skillfully written - whose short note was an unlucky circumstance. Suggests methods of following this up. Since leaving Philadelphia, repeated address at Princeton, Newark, Brooklyn, Providence and has invested $4000 of proceeds in 7% bonds. Will not be in Philadelphia again before Fall. Plans extensive trip South and West and will speak again in Philadelphia if advisable. Invitations to speak from all parts of country come in...

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A.L. Boston. (signature cut out). Goes to Trenton en route West. Has received proceeds from Washington and Brooklyn lectures. Thinks J.A. Washington will not yield to personal appeal this time, but does not discourage Mrs. Ritchie and Miss Cunningham from going to Mount Vernon. ER-9, p. 99

Scope and Contents A.L.S. Boston. Governor Wise's counsel sound in first part of his letter. Constitution and bylaws mus be re-adopted under Art. of March 17, and approved by the Gov. Gilpin will advise her on organization under Act. Cannot be made an "agency" as Gov. Wise proposes. Advises Association continue its policy, only extending its operations; publicity and subscription lists published. Repeats his address once or twice a week. State of public affairs discouraging to patriotic appeals. ER-9, p....

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A.L.S. Boston. Pleased Miss Cunningham is going to Mount Vernon. Refers to "fierce tone" of Richmond Enquirer. Asks her to tell John Augustine Washington that E. Everett does not ignore his unwillingness to sell, but goes on general principles that sooner or later Mount Vernon will "become a public possession." Finds last few weeks discouraging. Everett's health not good. Has a photographic view of Tomb to send her. ER-9, p. 103

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A.L.S. Boston. Receives letter John Augustine Washington wrote her giving account of Miss Cunningham's visit to Mount Vernon and peaceful negotiations. Congratulates her on her success. Much to be done in Virginia and elsewhere but removing John Augustine Washington's "determination not to sell" is the only insurmountable one. Now has $12,000 in 7% bonds at Association's disposal. Also 2 typewritten copies of same. ER-9, p. 109

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A.L.S. Boston. Sends box of photographic copies of Stuart's Washington, Mrs. Washington, views of Mansion and Tomb. ER-9, p. 107

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A.L.S. "Private." Boston. Re: John Augustine Washington's attitude toward selling Mount Vernon. Political crisis so severe little hope for progress in Mount Vernon cause. E. Everett's health does not permit him to make a speaking tour. Received $420 interest, 6 months on Mount Vernon fund. ER-9, p. 111

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A.L.S. Boston. Hopes for some favorable news from John Augustine Washington before starting to lecture again, health permitting. Many requests from New England region and the West. ER-9, p. 113

Scope and Contents A.L.S. Boston. Mrs. Ritchie has sent him Mr. Washington's letter to her husband, January 2. Not what he hoped for publication, would be unfavorable. Fears Washington's willingness to cooperate with Miss Cunningham and must wait for his change of mind. Advises her to counsel with Mr. Petigru. Thinks best to get legal status under charter and to raise money. Public's ideas of amounts collected differ. Mr. Washington will sell if money is ready. Lecture again on 23rd. Has 12 bonds, $1000 each,...

Scope and Contents A.L.S. Boston. Acknowledges receipt of her letter with exchange of letters between her and Mr. Washington enclosed. Part of unfavorable impression of Mr. Washington removed but he is not at point of cooperating yet - does not approve of publishing any part of correspondence - avoid irritating Mr. Washington; organize under charter and get funds to buy ready. Hopes to realize $1500 from repetition of address in Boston. Likes idea of Mrs. Hale to purchase part of Estate for Agricultural...

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A.L.S. Boston. Repeats oration twice in Albany. ER-9, p. 119

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Photostat. Boston. Congratulates APC on her diplomacy - saw her address and the correspondence printed in Richmond Enquirer. Virulent attack on him in Albany Evening Journal. ER-483

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A.L.S. Medford, Massachusetts. Has delivered address 5 times since return from West - had he time could repeat it every evening. Family difficulties may prevent his tour through South. Also ER-251 letter book copy. ER-9, p. 123

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Photostat. Sorry she is ill. He continues to make his speech.

Scope and Contents A.L.S. Medford, Massachusetts. Acknowledges letters and clippings on Mount Vernon. Reports giving GW oration in Massachusetts and Newport twice each, and in Maine three times. Innumerable invitations from all parts of country and 6 or 8 engagements. Some details re: Buffalo, Cleveland, New York City, Richmond, and Alabama. Thinks it may be unwise to present him with GW cane much as he desires it. Great bitterness of Pryor in South, and Harce Greely and Wendell Phillips criticizing him in...

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Incomplete letter - still unsure about Southern tour.

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A.L.S. Medford, Massachusetts. Expresses admiration for her energy and seal. Speaks several times in Buffalo and vicinity; Philadelphia's new opera house last on this tour. Terrible financial crisis makes times unfavorable form Mount Vernon cause. Richmond visit uncertain and thinks presentation of can unwise. Concerned by her report of Governor Wise's attitude. ER-9, p. 123

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A.L.S. Boston. Tells why he declined Mrs. Ritchie's invitation to Richmond - Has repeated oration more than 40 times, neglecting his family, business and duties connected with new public library. Went west last week, spoke 5 times in 7 days, traveled 1600 miles in 10 days and will speak in own vicinity 4 times in next 8 days. has asked to postpone Philadelphia date. ER-9, p. 135

Scope and Contents A.L.S. Boston. "Private." Pleased with Dr. Mackey's interest in cause. Refers to Masonic interests. Describes how he has handled Mount Vernon fund accruing from his oration. Now has little under $24,000, explains expenses taken out, "never deducted a dollar" from money, local committees always took care of that. Outlines present investment of the funds. $2200 interest yielded on $36,000 or $37,000 fund. Regrets cannot convert investments into cash without loss. Will be able to deliver when...

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A.L.S. Boston. Pleased that request for Mr. Washington's extension on time of purchase is approved by her. Again asserts that when friends are ready to buy, Mr. Washington will sell. General financial affairs better. Has as many engagements for his oration in vicinity as his health permits him to give. ER-9, p. 145

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A.L.S. Boston. Acknowledges her letter and copy of Col. Cunningham's letter to Governor Wise. Improved financial conditions bring principal back to value before panic. has been less active in cause lately due to other pressure on time and his own health. P.S. Pleased with account just received of Governor Wise's attitude and Mr. Ripley's enthusiasm. Hopes to make a southern trip. ER-9, p. 147

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A.L.S. New York. Filled Academy of Music with 100 standing for Washington oration. 72 repetitions. Speaks at Philadelphia Academy of Music the 4th. Pleased with Richmond success. Thinks NY expenses were enormous, $300 - but profits must be great. ER-9, p. 153

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A.L.S. Reports oration given in New England. NY Academy of Music gross receipts were $1800; due to low price of tickets and exorbitant rent, advertising, etc. proceeds only $1100. Philadelphia engagement not well handled, so on request, will repeat it a third time there. NY Central Stock is now back to purchase price. Photostat of letter also included. ER-9, p. 157, photostat ER-522

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A.L.S. Washington. Regrets he did not see her again before leaving. Everett had all Mount Vernon securities he has accumulated sent to Richmond. Since Miss Cunningham advised not transferring them, they were sealed and left with Mr. Macfarland - to be transferred to her at any time. Will keep cash funds in his own bank at 6% interest but payable to her with one day's notice. Plans for Richmond proceeds. Leaves in half hour for Mount Vernon. ER-9, p. 159

Scope and Contents A.L.S. Washington. He urges that no matter how great the provocation, no offense be given the legislators. Passed night with Mr. Washington at Mount Vernon and discussed terms of purchase - objection to reservation of Tomb and demand for interest. If he adjusts the purchase could be made at once. Plans of woeful dilapidation. Repairs will be $15-20,000. New York Central Bonds are 11 cents over price paid. Governor of Pennsylvania and other administrators invite him to repeat oration on Mar...

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A.L.S. Boston."Dearest daughter." Is detained at home by severe illness of his wife. Did not mean to be discouraging about purchase contract. Hoped to scale down all possible on "exorbitant price," but whatever her decision, his fund is payable to her on one day's notice unreservedly. Suggests "President" and "Vice-Presidents" rather than titles "Regent" and "Vice Regents" - also compares two possible candidates in St. Louis. ER-9, p. 165

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A.L.S. "My dearest little Pam" - discusses his domestic duties in helping prepare his daughter's family to go abroad. Believes there will be some reluctance in New York to the changes in the MVLA Constitution. ER-9, p. 137