Jane C. Washington to John Augustine Washington III, 1854 March 27
Scope and Contents
A.L.S. Blakeley. Sympathizes with the delayed visit due to the sickness of the family “and death of your valuable and good young servant Dennis. It is a severe affliction to his poor mother. He was I think her youngest child.” Is most anxious to see her grandson Lawrence. Had a visit from his brother and Christian and their son John. Went by invitation to Mr. Lovel’s school where pupils delivered speeches and addresses. Wants the family to visit and will have rooms fixed up for them. Sends “kind regards to your good & faithful servant Eliza, Danny & Sarah.”
Dates
- 1854 March 27
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
