Letter, Corbin Washington to Hannah Washington, 1792 November 25
Scope and Contents
A.L.S. 1 page. Concerned that her breast is worse -- maybe caused by bad weather -- is sending Burgundy pitch by Jerry and can get flies and blister plaster for her if Burgundy pitch doesn't work -- calomel will help Levina -- eruption on his children cured by calomel -- go to Haywood tomorrow, don't want to take carriage horse and servants -- sends shoes to Joe -- others are cut out and making. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, incomplete watermark. Name on original manuscript appears as "C. Washington."
Dates
- 1792 November 25
Creator
- Washington, Corbin, 1764-1799 (Person)
- Washington, Hannah Bushrod, approximately 1738-1804 (Recipient, Person)
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Extent
From the Collection: approx. 60 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
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