Ann Pamela Cunningham to Edward Everett, 1856 December 22

File — Box: 15

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Scope and Contents

A.L.S. (draft of letter). Charleston. Acknowledges receipt of his Albany address; conferences with John Augustine Washington and Gov. Wise; difficulties in bringing J.A. Washington to terms for sale of Mount Vernon. On trip from Richmond she meets nephew of General Winfield Scott who pledges his support and suggests that Army make first contribution to Tomb. Hon. Albert Pike, New Orleans, pledges support of Louisiana masons. Places charter in hands of Attorney who will draw up Constitution and Bylaws. ER-1, p. 57-59

Dates

1856 December 22

Creator

Cunningham, Ann Pamela, 1816-1875 (Person)
Everett, Edward, 1794-1865 (Recipient, Person)

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