John Augustine Washington III, Blakeley, to Louisa Fontaine Washington and Eleanor Love Selden Washington, 1852 February 12
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 15
Identifier: MS-4398
Scope and Contents
Mother is better. “I have been purchasing negroes—and am in negotiation for others…” Gives instructions for “grubbing and ploughing.” Overseer position. Includes letter to daughter Louisa on same sheet regarding various cousins.
Dates
- Creation: 1852 February 12
Creator
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 items for preservation purposes.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.5 Linear Feet : 2 boxes
Language of Materials
English
Subject
- Chew, Louisa Fontaine Washington, 1844-1927 (Recipient, Person)
- Washington, Eleanor Love Selden, 1824-1860 (Recipient, Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon Repository
Contact:
PO Box 3600
Mount Vernon VA 22121
703-799-3600
PO Box 3600
Mount Vernon VA 22121
703-799-3600
