Hollingsworth, John McHenry, 1823-1889

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A.L.S. Dover. Denies Mr. Comegys changed any part of contract with him. Hollingsworth signed original which made him daily accountable to Regent for funds. Amount of bond fixed by Mr. Comegys. Asks Regent to allow him to see original paper, make alteration and she will have it copied and forwarded at once. He should be responsible to Association alone and entire control of Mount Vernon. ER-5, p. 215

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A.L.S. Dover. Asks him to endorse enclosed letter to Miss Cunningham. Understands Miss Cunningham is quite offended at her. ER-5, p. 217

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A.L.S. Dover. Work on Delaware room. Inform her how many pieces of paper used in room. Asks cost of taking paper off and painting woodwork. Will send money as soon as bills are received. Curtains sent and coat of arms. ER-5, p. 235

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A.L.S. Portland. Instructs him on behalf of the Executive Committee not to copy Council Minutes into "the Book," but to see if he has any papers re previous Councils or records from which data can be made. Mr. McDermott might be employed on such papers. Asks for data on Regent's permit to reduce fares, on Alexandria gate and passengers, carelessness of Captain in handling passenger accounts. ER-18, p. 127

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A.L.S. Portland. Mrs. Hudson informed her of all he is accomplishing. Pleased with his improvements, "tact and the forbearance shown." Suggests rooms in Mansion be kept open as much as possible to the public. ER-18, p. 131

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A.L.S. Portland. Mrs. Hudson announced he would like to hear occasionally from different Vice Regents. Repeats previous letter which did not reach him re opening all Mansion Rooms to public. Congratulates him on his last monthly report and for his skill and tact. Note written on letter: "Read and seconded by Susan E. J. Hudson." ER-18, p. 132

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A.L.S. Portland. Urges him to assume all the authority of title Resident Secretary given him by action of commission from the Committee and authorized by Grand Council. Miss Cunningham's retirement planned. His "present pecuniary deficiency is annoying." ER-18, p. 124

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A.L.S. Has reached home with pleasant memories of Council. Is getting Report ready for printer and congratulates him on Report he presented to Council. ER-18, p. 134

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A.L.S. Uniforms cost more than the Superintendent estimated. Asks for price of Sarah's coffee roaster, if pumps have been rearranged and cellar drainage repaired. Asks if brick floor of lunch room has been relaid and painted. Asks for report of landing of trespassers by government boats. Will also consult Mr. Blake. ER-18, p. 179

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A.L.S. Asks for detailed report on Mr. Gardner's negatives. Awaits his monthly report. Asks that it include all indebtedness. ER-18, p. 181

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A.L.S. Sends him $200. Asks about bill for $285 for Mr. Gardner's negatives. Commends his pushing forward all repairs ordered by Council. Bill for uniforms explained. Pay all bills each month. Glad the Superintendent and Mr. Blake think no action against trespassers by boat is necessary. ER-18, p. 181

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A.L.S. Portland. Received his letter and monthly report, will draw checks promptly for necessary sums. Please give list by item, amount paid, date of expenditure, etc. with exactness. Asks information on one entry sent to her. Riggs asks for information before drawing check. Asks if October will have a deficiency also. ER-18, p. 136

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A.L.S. Portland. Received details concerning $300 he requested, regrets delay, sends check at once and asks for receipt. ER-18, p. 137

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A.L.S. In reply to his letters, she states Mrs. Townsend says $1000 was "appropriated by New York people for repairs at Mount Vernon during the Centennial year," but thinks fund must be exhausted. Asks for a report on handling of this fund. Will authorize $200 for hydraulic ram if it is necessary. ER-18, p. 141

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A.L.S. Recieved his October report. Details of Mount Vernon "annual expenses" now under her work. Questions size of grocery bill to J. S. Owens $264.85. Understand "lunch table was paying," but questions profit considering work involved. Expects small receipts until new boat is running. ER-18, p. 141

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A.L.S. Sends $29.75 for plumber's bill, advises against allowing bills to get in arrears. Must use contingent fund during "bad months." Wants no demands on his own purse. Questions whether lunch table is truly profitable. Receipts for October $277 while disbursements for provisions are over $300. Asks if letter includes servants' supplies. Pleased with success of Ice House drain. Asks when his salary is due. Association will not sign or endorse any petitions. ER-18, p. 145

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A.L.S. Portland. Sends him check for $300. Comments on grocery bills, reduced payroll with only six persons to be boarded, reduced patrons at lunch table. Asks for outstanding accounts. ER-18, p. 144

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A.L.S. Agrees with Mrs. Hudson and urges him to suggest economies "consistent with the dignity and best interests of the Association." Asks if his salary is included in payroll and for a list of employees with their monthly pay and time employed. ER-18, p. 145

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A.L.S. Replaces lost check for plumbing $29.95. Asks how much money has been drawn from Treasury since Council, and if all drawn has come under his "cognisance." ER-18, p. 149

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A.L.S. Has his December Report, pleased debts are paid. Adjusts small bills due, asks about $182 for lumber. Pleased with his economies. Notes Mr. Owens was paid $718.89. Asks if he buys wholesale. Refers to his turkeys at $1 and eggs at 30 cents per dozen. Asks for account of his December salary. ER-18, p. 151

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A.L.S. Sends him check for $306.75 and will forward more if he decides to pay bills now. Wishes to have an accurate account for Council and to understand details of expenditures. ER-18, p. 151

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A.L.S. Sends note for him to read and forward to Major Blake. Missing check found. Asks about bills. ER-18, p. 152

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A.L.S. February report quite encouraging. Sends check for $125. Hopes to pay his salary on time. Trying to clear up Arrow's contract, asked G. W. Riggs to examine Hollingshead's papers. Claims his June 1, 1870 contract signed by Miss Cunningham was transferred under Mrs. Berghmans' signature June 18, 1873. Asks if contract is at Mount Vernon or any papers referencing it. ER-18, p. 154

Scope and Contents A.L.S. Mrs. Hudson had the impression that Hollingsworth had the contract wtih Hollingshead who borrowed it and returned it mutilated, but it is impossible if contract and transfer have always been in Regent's possession. Asked Riggs to examine Hollingshead's contract and Mr. Blake to have the Arrow thoroughly examined. Has asked legal advice from 2 others as well. Thinks Council will not meet until new boat is running. Council authorized him to buy pair of horses, but not enough to pay...

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A.L.S. Sends two copies of new boat contract for Mr. Blake's signature, sends one to Mrs. Hudson for Vice Regents Halsted, Hudson and Townsend to sign. Both presented at Council. Asks Blake to send her his "bond." Council to be called June 11. Accept Blake's judgment in being rid of Arrow. Dropping question of examination. ER-18, p. 163

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A.L.S. Council called for June 11. Expects Mr. Blake will have boat ready. Plans for Virginia Board of Visitors luncheon, their guests, date for their entertainment. Mrs. Sweat and Mrs. Mitchell may each have a guest at Mount Vernon. ER-18, p. 165

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A.L.S. Asks why she hears nothing from Mr. Blake and continued trouble about bondsman, money, etc. for boat. Advises about hospitality extended to Virginia Board of Visitors, seats on boat, luncheon, reception. Governor Holliday accepts invitation. Wants two working days first for Council. ER-18, p. 146

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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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A.L.S. Learned Mrs. Halsted left final arrangements with new photographer in his hands. Asks for written statement of photographer's terms, contract to be signed by Mrs. Sweat and Hollingsworth. Also done for Guide Book. Questions price stated. Sends check for $200 for month's bills. Asks if Miss Johnson signed contract. Asks to tell Mr. Blake, on consultaton with Mr. Corcoran, boat is to be called "W. W. Corcoran." Would like to see the new uniforms. ER-18, p. 149

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A.L.S. New York. Letter stating Regent has given her power "to draw cheques" for Association as chairman of its Executive Committee. Signed "Approved Lily L. Macalester Laughton, Regent" at bottom. ER-18, p. 140