Hollingsworth, John McHenry, 1823-1889

Fragment, incomplete letter. Mount Vernon has truly become a part of her life. Thinks the constitution an imperfect instrument. Barn and stables need repairs. Hopes Sarah is more useful and McMakins do not disturb him. ER-14, p. 59

A.L.S. Hopes to take her husband's family to Mount Vernon and that some distinguished group will also be visiting. Would be pleased to have him and Mrs. Hollingsworth call. Miss McMakin's note says the Regent found ladies more conservative than she feared. ER-14, p. 61

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.

A.L.S. Auburn, New York. Wishes to purchase Washington family bible for MVLA. Wishes to have it authenticated and some knowledge of its history. Prepared to pay approximately $50 for the bible.

A.L.S. Albion House, Baltimore. Writes for her mother, who is in Baltimore for medical treatment. Mrs. Mason approves Mrs. Hudson's plan and also of advising with Mr. Corcoran. ER-14, p. 63

A.L.S. Richmond. Encloses William Harris's letter asking for loan of the Bastille key to help raise funds for Confederate veterans.Asks for loan of key to Bastille for raising funds for Confederate Veterans Home. W-14

Check from Superintendent James McHenry Hollingsworth to Mrs. Lily L.M. Berghmans (later Laughton), Acting Regent of the MVLA, for $1000.

Canceled check payable to E. R. Riggs, Treasurer of Mount Vernon Ladies Association. RM-1126, ER-5811

Canceled check payable to E. R. Riggs, Treasurer of Mount Vernon Ladies Association. RM-1126, ER-5811

Col. James Hollingsworth served as Superintendent for the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association from 1872-1885.

Copy. Contents lists for a package sent by a Vice Regent to James Hollingsworth.

A.L.S. Glad the U.S. flag will be flown at Mount Vernon as it never was during Miss Cunningham's Regency. Has heard only the Arrow is allowed to dock at the wharf, but he encloses his twenty-five cents admission and warns Hollingsworth not to obstruct his visit to Washington's Tomb although he will arrive via a different boat. ER-5, p. 85

A.L.S. Petersham. Praises him for aiding Mount Vernon. Is preparing her report. Has ready the listing of the MVLA but not the financial records. Asks his help to work with Miss Cunningham to put them in "business order." ER-5, p. 151

A.L.S. Petersham. Has finished report and sent it to Regent to see before it is published. Received letters from Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Hudson and a document they want her to sign. Unwilling to accept second-hand evidence. Asks whether statements in Mrs. Hudson's letter are correct, has he the entire, unreserved and unfettered control of affairs there? If not, more drastic measures must be taken by Council, but fears this may mean utter disruption of Association. ER-5, p. 151

A.L. Incomplete. Incomplete letter. Her report is a review of improvements at Mount Vernon under the Regent. She believes Regent has acted in good faith and would be fatal to make known to public that Council is divided in its opinions of how to proceed. Must straighten affairs there, retain Miss Cunningham in her position, but strip her of power. ER-5, p. 155

A.L.S. Petersham. Praises his "wisdom and sagacity" in relations with the Regent. Prudence and reticence on the part of the Ladies now is all that's needed. Defends the Regent who will not return to Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 153

A.L.S. Baltimore. Introduces Mr. Volkmar, an artist, who comes to examine painting in Illinois room. ER-5, p. 162

A.L.S. Cincinnati. Re the room assigned to Ohio. Wants exact measurements of room for cabinet makers, if mantel is marble or wood, condition of walls. ER-17, p. 249

A.L.S. Nordington, near Charlestown. Re pedigreed calf. Boat contract and prospective visit to Washington. Plans for Mount Vernon holiday entertainment. ER-14, p. 121

A.L.S. Nordington. Sends note to Major Blake re boat. Her brother advises buying, not building, a boat. ER-14, p. 121

A.L.S. and typescript partial transcription. Nordington. Is to send table to Mount Vernon for the Council room. Will be in Washington early in New Year. Expects to see him. Is to bring with her the handle of Washington's coffin. ER-14, p. 125

A.L.S. Brooklyn, New York. Re transportation for a pedigreed calf that has been given her for Mount Vernon. Asks about boat contract, the Regent's young husband, etc. ER-14, p. 121

A.L.S. Nordington. Re purchase of a horse. Furniture moved in Council room. Bridgeport ladies will send furniture. Miss Harper places antique marble table in Banquet Hall, old side-board placed in East Parlor, two pictures were rehung. Council was too brief and hurried. ER-17, p. 123

A.L.S. Nordington. Asks about new boat. Saw Mrs. Hudson in New York. Asks for measurements of room above Council Room, will complete furnishing it for West Virginia. Sympathizes with Regent, so soon a widow again. Will give Miss Johnson facts for Mount Vernon. ER-14, p. 123

Steamer Mary Washington. Firm in Brooklyn to contribute carpet and bed hangings for West Virginia Room. Wants measurements of the room's windows so curtains can be made. ER-14, p. 123

A.L.S. Charlestown. Wrote Captain Frank re boat service as she plans to take about six relatives of Washington to spend the night at Mount Vernon. Plans other excursions to raise funds. ER-14, p. 118

A.L.S. Executive Mansion, Annapolis, Maryland. Too late to remedy the mistake re papering the Maryland room. Wants walls washed with a cream color, mantle piece and woodwork painted gray. Will bring pieces of carpet and curtains. Bedstead presented by a friend of Mrs. Egerton will replace one belonging to Georgia room. New mattress a gift. ER-13, p. 32

A.L.S. Baltimore. Sends matting for Maryland room. Wants furnace running 2 or 3 days before Council and needs a place for her maid. ER-13, p. 32

A.L.S. Leesburg. Four poster bed to be sent along with fire irons, two large brass. Mr. Elder, Richmond artist, to paint a large likeness from our miniature. ER-5, p. 73

A.L.S. Leesburg. Candlestand bought from John A. Washington presented to MVLA by Major Noland. W-196