Jane C. Washington to John Augustine Washington III, 1854 January 17
Scope and Contents
A.L.S. Blakeley. Paid $200 on stock note at bank. Is anxious about his brother determining to go to Housekeeping & renting Col. Devenport’s House. He will still be at Blakeley every day. She has been suffering from dyspepsia. Glad to hear the governess gives satisfaction. Reference to Miss Nancy at Walnut Farm, who “is not only a good house keeper but also understands gardening.”
Dates
- 1854 January 17
Creator
- Washington, Jane Charlotte Blackburn, 1786-1855 (Person)
- Washington, John Augustine, III, 1821-1861 (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 items for preservation purposes.
Extent
From the Collection: 5.7 Linear Feet (4 manuscript boxes)
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon Repository
PO Box 3600
Mount Vernon VA 22121
703-799-3600
