Margaret Sweat to James Hollingsworth, 1877 October 25
Scope and Contents
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
Dates
- Creation: 1877 October 25
Creator
- Sweat, Margaret J.M. (Margaret Jane Mussey), 1823-1908 (Person)
- Hollingsworth, John McHenry, 1823-1889 (Recipient, Person)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research during scheduled appointments. Researchers must complete the Washington Library’s Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain material for preservation purposes.
Extent
From the Collection: 25 Linear Feet (117 legal-size clamshell flat storage boxes, 1 oversize clamshell flat storage box )
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association Repository
PO Box 3600
Mount Vernon VA 22121 USA
703-799-3600