Ball, Emma R., 1838-1918
Dates
- Existence: 1838-1918
- Existence: 1838 - 1918
Found in 23 Collections and/or Records:
Ball, Emma [Virginia], 1874-1918
Biographical information; Memorial tribute; Letter from the Governor of Virginia concerning a daguerreotype of Mrs. Ball; Copyright certificate for a Mount Vernon publication; Article about Mount Vernon
BW-5053 - Copy photograph - Mrs. Charles B. Ball, Vice Regent of Virginia, 1874-1918 , January 1966
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.
Emma Read Ball - cased photograph, undated
Cased photograph of Emma Read Ball. Note on the outer box reads in part "Presented by Governor Peery on behalf of Mrs. Harry M. Smith, Jr., on Governor's Day, May 19, 1937." A-134
Emma Read Ball Genealogical Research Files
Emma Read Ball to James Hollingsworth, 1875 June 23
A.L.S. Leesburg. Candlestand bought from John A. Washington presented to MVLA by Major Noland. W-196
Emma Read Ball to James Hollingsworth, 1877 March 25
A.L.S. Leesburg. Mr. Green of Alexandria will finish renovating and send to Mount Vernon "a handsome old…bookcase and writing desk." Shall go to Mount Vernon soon "perhaps with my big bookcase, a piece belonging to General Custis Lee, to be deposited" at Mount Vernon. H-151
Emma Read Ball to James Hollingsworth, 1877 May 17
A.L.S. Leesburg. Original bookcase, mirror and brackets given by George Washington Custis Lee. Candle stand also original and given by Major B.P. Noland. Two square mahogany tables presented. Instructions as to how these relics should be marked. ER-5, p. 105
Emma Read Ball to James Hollingsworth, 1874 February 13
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
Emma Read Ball to Lily Macalester Laughton, 1887 December 26
A.L.S. Gainesville, Florida. Must come to Richmond soon if any hope to stop state legislature from passing railroad bill detrimental to Mount Vernon interests. She ought to get aid of General Lee of Virginia and Mr. Henry in the matter. Both interested in Mount Vernon. She can do no more to stop it. ER-6, p. 264
Emma Read Ball to Lily Macalester Laughton, 1885 April 7
A.L.S. Mourns loss of two Vice Regents. As requested, sought legal advice re status and duties of Virginia Board of Visitors. Sends her names of new Board appointed by Governor Cameron, hopes Board will meet during Council and plan wisely for same. Asks about four shares of Bank Stock, so long unreported. ER-14, p. 135
Emma Read Ball to Lily Macalester Laughton, 1887 April 11
A.L.S. Encloses newspaper clipping regarding bills introduced to legislature. Proposed railroad and their desire to purchase land from Mr. Burke as a protection against it. Falls Church and Potomac Railroad Co. Urges her to apply to Virginia legislature for right to purchase more land. Recommends William Wirt Henry as an able Richmond lawyer if needed in fight to restrict railroads crossing into Mount Vernon land. ER-6, p. 262
Emma Read Ball to Lily Macalester Laughton, 1887 April 28
Legislature is back in session earlier than expected. Has heard that the proposed railroad will probably fail due to a lack of capital.
Emma Read Ball to Lily Macalester Laughton, 1887 November 23
A.L.S. Virginia legislature is soon to convene. Will let her know when so that she can be there to conduct any Mount Vernon business. ER-6, p. 264
Emma Read Ball to Lily Macalester Laughton, 1873 October 21
A.L.S. Leesburg. Accepts the nomination as Vice Regent for Virginia. ER-14, p. 131
Emma Read Ball to Lily Macalester Laughton, 1873 November 29
A.L.S. Leesburg. Visited Mount Vernon, asks for constitution and late reports of Association. Hopes to secure some relics. ER-14, p. 131
Emma Read Ball to Margaret Sweat, 1881 June 18
A.L. Incomplete letter. Leesburg. After talking to her husband she has changed her mind and feels that the trip to Yorktown would be in the best interest of the Association.
Emma Read Ball to Margaret Sweat, 1881 July 29
A.L.S. Leesburg. Thanks her for the reports. Wishes Council were a few days longer to allow more deliberate action. Has heard nothing about Yorktown.
Emma Read Ball to Margaret Sweat, 1886 January 21
A.L.S. Mrs. Sweat successful in furnishing Maine Room. Says she is welcome to bedstead. Repairs needed soon in Louisiana Room. Has heard excellent reports on Mr. Dodge. Happy Mrs. Sweat will furnish Maine Room with old furniture.
Emma Read Ball to Margaret Sweat, 1886 January 26
A.L.S. Acknowledges receipt of $20 payment by Mrs. Sweat for bedstead for Maine Room. Had not planned at first to sell, but to give it to Mount Vernon.
Emma Read Ball to Susan Hudson, 1891 November 25
A.L.S. Expects to attend Council next week. Approves election of Mrs. Townsend for Regent and gives reasons for same. ER-14, p. 133
Emma Read Ball to Susan Hudson, 1878 October 5
A.L.S. Leesburg. Asks for Christian names of Vice Regents, which Committee wishes to print in Mount Vernon Guide Book according to Council order. Mrs. Johnston hopes to print this soon. Asks for a Mount Vernon assignment. Note: "Advised against Christian names and P.O. addresses" being printed. ER-14, p. 131
George Washington Custis Lee to Emma Read Ball, 1876 July 1
A.L.S. Lexington, Virginia. Washington and Lee University. Has no objection to the Washington bedstead being fixed up as "you and Mr. Green think best." W-194
William Wirt Henry to Emma Read Ball, 1888 June 14
A.L.S. with typescript copy. After studying charters of MVLA and Mount Vernon Railroad Co. he concludes therRailroad has no right coming any closer than the edge of Mount Vernon land. If railroad tries it, they can get an injunction or suit against trespassers. ER-6, p. 269
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