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03 October 1789
Washington, George (1732-1799)
to Samuel Huntington re: transmitting acts to organize the new government
Washington's letter also lists the acts and resolutions being transmitted, which are of an organizational nature.
GLC03886
14 April 1813
Adams, Abigail (1744-1818)
to Catherine Smith
Writes to her granddaughter that parting with the children was "a weight upon my heart." Mourns the death of a sister, who was not able to say goodbye to her husband and children. Thanks Catherine for her letter and says she is longing to see her...
GLC03889
29 March 1813
Adams, John (1735-1826)
to Benjamin Rush
Adams, in retirement, to Rush, who was to die three weeks later. Forwarding a packet of eight papers on the revolution, including a letter from Vice President Elbridge Gerry and a letter of Benjamin Austin's to Gerry. These letters are not included...
GLC03890
8 June 1803
Jefferson, Thomas (1743-1826)
to James Oldham
Discusses construction materials and methods used at Monticello. Suggests that it would be better to use riven pine slabs than linen. Includes a drawing of six parallel lines to show how the boards can be laid out. Mentions that if Oldham needs...
GLC03897
1797/11/28
to Clement Biddle re: selling his town coach, after retiring as president
Washington writes that he will sell his town coach "for whatever it will fetch."
GLC03903
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