Riggs, George Washington, 1813-1881

Scope and Contents From the Collection: The nucleus of this collection was created from papers given to the Association by Ann Pamela Cunningham around the time of her retirement as Regent. Several other Vice Regents followed her example and later donated their papers as well. These records were referred to as the “Early Records” since the time they were first established as an archival collection. A large portion of this collection is correspondence concerning the founding of the MVLA and the operation of Mount Vernon as a...

Scope and Contents From the Collection: The nucleus of this collection was created from papers given to the Association by Ann Pamela Cunningham around the time of her retirement as Regent. Several other Vice Regents followed her example and later donated their papers as well. These records were referred to as the “Early Records” since the time they were first established as an archival collection. A large portion of this collection is correspondence concerning the founding of the MVLA and the operation of Mount Vernon as a...

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A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. ER-23, p. 35

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A.L.S. Philadelphia. Acknowledges his receipt of 3 checks for funds. ER-23, p. 33

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A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. ER-23, p. 39

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A.L.S. Philadelphia. Encloses checks and writes private letter on opposite side. ER-23, p. 39

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A.L.S. One of two on the same day. ER-23, p. 47

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A.L.S. Philadelphia. One of two letters written on the same day. Rec'd circular letter re grand festival for MV fund. Offers his name in promotion of same. ER-23, p. 53

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A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sending him additional check. One of three written on the same day.

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Philadelphia. Sending more checks. One of three written on the same day.

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A.L.S. Philadelphia. Details of checks received and to be sent. One of three written on the same day.

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A.L.S. Philadelphia. Thanks him and sends more checks. ER-23, p. 59

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Philadelphia. Discusses various financial details.

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Philadelphia. Financial matters.

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Philadelphia. Financial discussion.

Scope and Contents From the Collection: The nucleus of this collection was created from papers given to the Association by Ann Pamela Cunningham around the time of her retirement as Regent. Several other Vice Regents followed her example and later donated their papers as well. These records were referred to as the “Early Records” since the time they were first established as an archival collection. A large portion of this collection is correspondence concerning the founding of the MVLA and the operation of Mount Vernon as a...

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A.L.S. Philadelphia. Sends checks for $400 and $300--has given Mr. Devereux $100 in cash to obtain a check to be forwarded--Mrs. Morse has sent checks--Mr. Yager's check not received. ER-23, p. 87

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A.L.S. Private. ER-23,p. 95

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A.L.S. Philadelphia. ER-23, p. 95

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Draft. MVLA now needs a treasurer located in Washington. E. Everett suggests G.W. Riggs has all the qualifications desired to inspire confidence from all parts of U.S.; asks him if he would consider taking on these duties. (see also p. 91 to p. 92, epitome of letter). ER-4, p. 104

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Later handwritten copy. Asking George W. Riggs to become the official Treasurer of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association.

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A.L.S. Philadelphia. Private. She has examined receipts and finds everything in order--[Devereux affair]--goes to witness Japanese reception. ER-23, p. 193

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A.L.S. Says Devereux's embezzelment has brought his brother to the state of despondency. APC outraged. Letter to Mr. Riggs has rather caustic tone. ER-23, p. 215

Scope and Contents A.L.S. Rosemont. Description of mail servic. Arranged to communicate with Miss Tracy through Mrs. Walker of North Carolina. Now has Mrs. Fogg of Tennessee mail her letters. Fears Miss Tracy has fled the area of Washington City. Wanted Miss Tracy to go to Mount Vernon and she will join her when her health permits. Asks Riggs to ask General Scott to forbid soldiers going to Mount Vernon. Wants Mr. Herbert to know she consents to repairs of Washington's bedroom, "removal of the roof of the...

Scope and Contents A.L.S. Rosemont. Concerned over statements that Lincoln will blow up public buildings in Washington if city is in danger from Confederates--worry about Washington relics in Patent office--begs him to get interview with Lincoln or Mrs. Lincoln and offer Mount Vernon as safe place for relics during war--if so, she must get additional force to guard them there--doesn't fear Southern soldiers, for they are gentlemen, but northern army is composed of every type--fears they may even fire Mount...

Scope and Contents A.L. Draft in the writing of Christie Johnson. Florida and Louisiana funds rec'd. Asks various states advisability of retaining part of purchase fund for investment. Determined with help of G.W. Riggs and legal advisers to demonstrate women's business ability. Consults D.P. Brown on official procedure. Treasurer to report to Regent, nature of permanent investments,purchased and held on her approval in names of Assn., funds payable on Regent's order. Seeks safe investments. ER-11, p....

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A.L.S. Philadelphia. Copy by Mary McMakin. "Private." J.A. Washington permits Assn. to start repairs before taking possessions. Adviory Committee meeting called. Asks him to have master builder inspect Mount Vernon and report; to visit Miss Hamilton in New York before her unofficial visit to Mount Vernon, J.A. Washington invites Upton Herbert for August if he accept superintendency. ER-1, p. 129-131

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A.L.S. Richmond. ER-23, p. 73

Scope and Contents From the Collection: The nucleus of this collection was created from papers given to the Association by Ann Pamela Cunningham around the time of her retirement as Regent. Several other Vice Regents followed her example and later donated their papers as well. These records were referred to as the “Early Records” since the time they were first established as an archival collection. A large portion of this collection is correspondence concerning the founding of the MVLA and the operation of Mount Vernon as a...

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A.L.S. Astoria. Sends $120 for Mount Vernon Fund. ER-23, p. 221