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Maupin-Washington Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, College of William and Mary.
Gift of 271 items
Papers, 1732-1932, of the Maupin and Washington families. The bulk of the papers, 1850-1870, are letters received by Peter Grayson Washington who served as Assistant Secretary of the U. S. Treasury from 1853- 1857. Most of the letters relate to political patronage, Democratic Party politics and the various responsibilities of the Treasury Department. Later letters relate to Washington's work as a claims agent in Washington, D. C. and to his investments in New York City. The collection also includes letters written to Socrates Maupin (1809-1871), professor of medicine at the University of Virginia, including letters to him and correspondence of his son Chapman Maupin (1846- 1900), during the American Civil War and while studying in Europe. Letters and ephemera relating to Chapman Maupin's interest in his Washington forbearers are included as well. There are also land records, autographs and a carte-de-visite of Edwin Booth.
This collection is organized into five series. Series 1 contains the personal and business correspondence of Peter Grayson Washington. It is divided into subseries by years. Series 2 contains correspondence of the Maupin family. Series 3 contains genealogical information. Series 4 contains deeds and other items relating to the exchange of land. Series 5 contains miscellaneous material.; Series 6 contains photographs. This collection is arranged chronologically by date within each series.
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Papers of the family of Socrates Maupin (1809-1871), professor at the University of Virginia, including letters to him, and correspondence of his son, Chapman Maupin (1846-1900), during the Civil War and while studying in Europe. There are also letters and ephemera relating to Chapman Maupin's interest in his Washington forebearers, and deeds, some of which concern other ancestors. The bulk of the papers, 1850-1870, are letters received by Peter Grayson Washington (d. 1872), brother-in-law of Socrates Maupin, primarily while serving as Assistant Secretary of the Treasury, 1853-1857. Most of the letters, many of which are from Congressmen or government officials, are of a routine nature and relate to political patronage, Democratic politics, and the various responsibilities of the Treasury Department. Later letters relate to Washington's work as a claims agent in Washington, D.C., and to his investments in New York City.
Sends a letter from Silas S. Boggess on his pay for transporting the mail. In pencil, notations on sums due in 1834.
Invites recipient to join Mr. Vancey and a few friends from Washington for dinner.
Orders Clark to embark his detachment of recruits for Brazos, N. Iago, and from there, go to Matamoros and report to Colonel William Davenport. This letter was included with the letter listed below; William Davenport to Charles Clark, 1847 September 3.
Ordering Captain Clark and his detachment to headquarters beyond Monterey. This letter was included within the above letter; George M. Brooke to Captain Charles Clark, 1847 August 18.
Forwarded Mr. Pettrich's petition to the Committee on Buildings and Grounds; some person more familiar with the circumstances should see Mr. J. W. Houston.
Requests return of papers sent in the case of Whitman.
Asks Washington to send him a reply so he can answer a letter from Mr. Charles B. Penrose.
Has received a letter from Mr. Charles B. Penrose who has not yet received the draft, though Penrose sent the required deposition.
Inquires about the claim of Mr. Pagnall of Norfolk, Virginia, for his examination o the Carter and Roddy claims.
Discusses information on a patent issues to James Rumsey for a reaction wheel with a fixed flume, and one to James Macombe for a horizontal hollow water wheel.
More information on the Rumsey patent.
Is very busy as president of the Convention; sends his best wishes to Mrs. Washington, and Miss Virginia.
Sends a draft; politics are very quiet since everyone is concentrating on the cotton crop.
Will find a safe bearer for a letter to a young lady in Louisville; discusses his Whig opponent, William C. Marshall, and the approaching campaign.
Is busy campaigning.
Received the land warrants for himself and Captain Coffee (?); Foote will be elected governor over Davis.
Requests Washington's help in preventing the removal of Charles Onion as Post Master at Medfield.
Asks for word when the President Pierce's order about his business reaches the Treasury Department.
Congratulates Washington on his new office; introduces Walter H. Taylor of Norfolk, Superintendent of the New Customs House Building, who Taylor hopes will keep his position.
Congratulates Washington on his new position; praises the new President Pierce and his foreign policy; feels sectional rivalries will dissipate; asks that W[illia]m B. Hall be retained as their Postmaster.
Recommends Edward White for an appraiser ship at San Francisco.
Congratulates Washington on his new position.
Asks assistance in getting the appointment of Superintendent of Light Houses on the Hudson River for Joseph O. Hasbrouck.
Expresses his pleasure at Washington's appointment.
Introduces someone who wants a position in the Department of the Treasury.
Asks Washington to give Mr. Guthrie an enclosed letter.
Introduces Mr. Watson (?).
Introduces Taliaferro Hunter of Fredericksburg, Virginia, who is to be appointed chief clerk to the Light House Board.
Discusses papers regarding certain bounty land claims given Mr. Edwards by the recipient.
Inquires about appointments under the Treasury Department.
Introduces General Brisbane of South Carolina, who wishes to discuss some matters with Washington.
Encloses a letter Washington suggested he (O'Sullivan) write, and asks that Washington look at the application at once.
Introduces Mr. Amos Stevens, a skillful mechanic who has devised improvements in balances and scales for weighing.
Asks that his brother, a clerk in the Treasury Department, not lose his position; publishes a partisan newspaper, but during Taylor and Fillmore administrations, was able to prevent the removal of many Democrats.
Asks for Washington's assistance in keeping the "cutter" in the "6th District"; encourages Washington to make a personal inspection.
Reminds him of an invitation for the 4th of July.
Introduces N. L. Carr who has a clerkship "in your dept."
Introduces Alexander Stuart Wallace "a member of our State Legislature."
Discusses the situation of Parker "of the Chillicothe District" and his chances for a clerkship.
Introduces Mr. Joseph Jerwith of Alexandria, Virginia.
Encloses a bill of lading for "sweet-meets" from Havana; would like Washington to order their free delivery in New York.
Introduces J. C. McKubbin (?) of California.
Asks if position of Treasury Department Librarian, vacated due the death of Mr. Taliaferro, has been filled, the salary, and whether Washington could keep it open for a few days. Endorsed as answered 1853 August 25.
Discusses objects of current interest-- the funding of the Pacific Railroad, and Cuba.
Encloses a letter to be forwarded to Captain W. C. Pease, with suggestions on making collections in natural history; asks if Mr. Charles Cavileer, who has been making meteorological observations, is still collector of customs at Pembina, Minnesota.
Invites recipient to a family dinner to "test some old wine."
Asks Washington to ask Secretary Guthrie to postpone the nomination of an inspector in the splace of G. J. L. Colby.
Praises Mr. Guthrie's Report; defended Guthrie during the recent denunciations; feels Guthrie's detractors were speculators, from New York and elsewhere, who want a more pliant Secretary.
Sends some additional figures for a form sent to Mr. Guthrie in an earlier mail; discusses the precedents for Washington's appointment.
Apologizes for letting out news of a wage increase for Customs House employees.
Asks that Lieutenant Richmond not have to serve on the Mobile, Alabama Station.
Discusses Mr. Yost's declining of an appointment; will suggest someone else for the position.
Needs the duplicate of the draft for $1,000.
Asks that a warrant to Mr. Aspinwall be given to Mr. Guthrie for his signature.
Hopes Mr. Parr will pass the examination for a third class clerkship.
Asks for a position in California for his wife's brother, John.
Reports that Mr. Samuel Whithorne, about whom the President Pierce spoke this morning, is unwell and not able to begin his duties.
Asks for employment for John McMahon.
Reports that, at the President's Pierce direction, wrote the Collector at Eastport, Maine that Mr. Andrews should keep his job.
Introduces General Lamprey of Hampton, New Hampshire.
Introduces (Thomas?) Blount, who has applied for a clerkship.
Asks about the use of nickel in coins, and for a reply to his questions on the Smithsonian Funds.
Regrets his absence when the bill on the Assistant Secretary of the Treasury was rejected.
Introduces Charles B. Norton of New York, a publisher and bookseller who wants to discuss duties on books.
Asks Washington to call the Secretary of the Treasury's attention to a letter from Messrs. Powers and Weightman (?) on duty-free manufactured articles.
Asks for assistance in getting a better position for his brother-in-law, William Weaver.
Encloses a letter from his constituent, Major George; discusses the Collector, George (?) Thomas, and a position for Colonel Tench Tilgham of the Eastern Shore.
Introduces R. S. S. Andros, Deputy Collector at Boston.
Forwards a resolution (enclosed) of the Annual General Meeting of the Army and Navy Club, thanking Washington for a volume of statistical information.
Encloses communication from Dr. Birdsall, Superintendent of the Mint in California.
Plans to come to Washington to meet with him in 2 days.
Introduces Thomas H. Bond, who wants a leave of absence for his son, John G. Bond, of the Reserve Marines.
Understands Congress has approved paying expenses of the Springfield Commission, of which he was a member
Asks for assistance in keeping Edgar Irving as Inspector in the Customs House in New York.
Feels there is too much electioneering in California, and that it harms the Democratic Party.
Has received Washington's note; does not know if Janet (?) Richardson is in Washington.
Asks that necessary information be sent to Senator (R.M.T.) Hunterto secure an appropriation to repair a Customs House.
Regarding Mrs. Allison and a Paymaster ship (?); feels the Chief Justice recognizes a lasting obligation to Washington and Mr. Guthrie; settlement of the suit will cheer the Chief Justice's "last days of his useful life."
Regarding tactics to get an appropriation to save a building.
Introduces Dennis Cronan (?).
Believes he won his close election; asks about a Customs House at Ellsworth, and the appointment of Joseph H. Jordun.
Discusses his margin of victory in the election.
Introduces George Th. McGunesh (?).
Asks him again for a statement of matters relating to the tariff.
Needs Colonel William H. Jones of the Auditor's Office with him for a few days.
Thanks him for support in his campaign, which he lost because of illness.
Discusses various appointments, and a problem about a stonecutter.
Introduces Mr. Cunard.
Could not keep their appointment; asks for the results of Washington's interview with the Secretary so he can tell the Chief Justice.
Sent the bond required to Vincent's case and asks for Washington's help.
Thanks Washington for his letter of sympathy on Peck's wife's death; suggests he write Anna, who is in New York.
Offers to sell his residence for the Court House that Congress has just authorized.
Recommends Addison for a clerk's position in Washington's office.
Introduces Lt. John G. Bond, who is on his way to join his ship in Norfolk, Virginia.
Forwarded the notice of appointment to Mr. Miles, but has not heard from him.
Introduces Casper Schedler, who has business with Mr. Guthrie on importing goods.
Introduces Mr. Stone (?), a temporary Inspector at the Port of Portland, who wants an increase in pay from $2.00 per day.
Discusses action in the House of Representatives regarding payment of the Texas Debt, and asks for information for an article he is writing on the subject.
Introduces Anthony Thornton, who is in Washington to arrange about bonded stores in New York.
Discusses appointment of the Superintendent of the Customs House.
Thanks him for the item for Mr. Matson(?); comments on the appointment of Buckingham Smith to Spain.
Asks Washington's cooperation in getting a leave of absence for Captain J. C. Kretchmon(?).
Encloses a letter as an example of how Washington and Mr. Guthrie need to have clerks be more respectful; discusses question of lamps around Mr. Quigley's office.
Supports Captain Hunter's(?) request for a transfer from New York to Lake Ontario.
Thanks Washington for the 3 volumes on Indians; discusses local politics.
Asks for assistance in a matter he has written about before.
Mr. Brown has been removed as Postmaster at Brandenburg, Meade County, Kentucky, and William I. Mays appointed.
Requests that the salary of a bookkeeper be increased.
Describes his recent campaign in Maine.
Needs the true story of the money advanced for Sam Medary's "outfit"; discusses the recent campaign.
Would like an appointment soon to discuss greater facilities for freight shipped to California.
Glowing report on the New Customs House; discusses the failure of Landers & Brenham; asks for authority to purge prominent people "of their iniquities"; would like a position elsewhere.
Needs a complete set of the Laws of Congress for his work on public medals presented; lists some presentations he need material on.
Asks for publication information on "Register of California Claims, 1846-47" and where it can be obtained.
Messrs. Aspinwall are very angry with the President Pierce, and feel the only course left to get the withdrawal of Mexico's protest is by paying a large sum; both the writer and "friend Tyler" will lose their contingent fees.
Introduces Mr. Gould, who has letters from Mobile, Alabama, regarding the Marine Hospital.
Asks for help in getting duties waived on some gold or silver plate sent from England to Captain William Wallace of Baltimore.
Thanks Washington for the financial reports, and the statements concerning the guano trade.
Encloses important message for Mr. Cochrane, Surveyor of the Customs at New York.
Withdraws his recommendation that the office of Inspector of Customs in Annapolis be restored.
Introduces Jeremiah Milbank, merchant, who is in Washington regarding the debt of Texas.
Has not received an answer to his request that Hunter not be sent to New Orleans.
Encloses an invitation to his wedding.
Has just returned from Cincinnati, Ohio, convention; will send Riggs & Co. a check tomorrow; the McRea papers were returned to Anderson.
Concerns the letter of Mr. W. McCabb.
Supports bid of Messrs. O. B. and O. S. Latham for the Customs House at Cleveland, Ohio, over that of Mr. Warren, who is described as an active "Know Nothing".
Reports the delivery of a box to Dr. Bodenheimer; describes his campaign; needs money from "our claim"; his service in the Colmesvil(?) claim is being used against him.
Has received a telegram from Detroit that three American Express Co. robbers were convicted.
Introduces Mr. William Alderson, who is visiting Washington in connection with the contract to build the new Customs House in Mobile.
Asks employment for the bearer.
Introduces Mr. Colbert(?).
Is sure the office at (?), Arkansas can provide copies of his accounts while Receiver of Public Moneys there.
Asks Washington to read two enclosures from the daily and the weekly Pennsylvanian, which have "excited attention as far north as Boston," and then give them to Mr. Guthrie.
Asks for a copy of Governor Nearey's(?) recent book on consular regulations.
Asks for leave; hopes to see Washington in December.
Thanks Mr. Guthrie and Washington for their aid; hopes Post Master General will have no cause to regret delaying his decision.
Praises the Secretary's report, and asks for extra copies.
Writes for friends who want their lots in Ogdensburgh (sic), (New York), purchased for the new Customs House and Post Office.
Wants 2-3 copies of the Secretary's report.
Introduces Dr. Davis, Superintendent of the U.S. Marine Hospital at Boston.
Asks his assistance in getting her son, William, a position as Inspector; asks to be remembered to Mrs. Lee.
Has received Mr. Guthrie's report of the cost of the Brooklyn, New York Post Office building, but not the letter from the Post Master General to Mr. Rust.
Introduces Mr. John Cleminshire (?) of Albany, who seeks the contract to build Customs Houses at Plattsburgh and Ogdensburgh.
Introduces Mr. John W. Griffiths, who wants the appointment as architect and naval superintendent for the Treasury Department's new steamboat.
Asks for compassion for his clients, Messrs. Moores and Richards of Chicago.
Introduces G. W. Coffee, who has the support of the California delegation.
Disappointed in situation on Customs House lot in Ogdensburgh (sic), New York.
Regrets Washington's retirement as Assistant Secretary.
Regrets Washington's resignation and asks for information he requested earlier.
Needs the particulars of the case before bringing it to the attention of the Secretary; knows Washington rejoices at the Democrats' success in New York.
Sends discharge of William H. Eikern(?), and the necessary papers for a Land Warrant.
Returns letter of George H. Ambrose.
By applying at the office, they can receive payment on their claim against the Rogue River Indians.
By applying at the office, he can receive payment on his claim against the Rogue River Indians.
By applying at the office, he can receive payment on his claim against the Rogue River Indians.
Needs certain papers before he sees Senator James Murray Mason; feels it advisable for the bill to be part of the General Post Office Bill.
Succeeded in getting an appropriation for Shadden's service as a "Vaguero" in the Fremont-Folsom expedition of 1846-1847, and will inform him when the money is available.
Introduces Mr. P. A. Athern, who Terry has advised to employ Washington in a case before the Commissioners of the Land Office.
Sends information on Henry Hodges, who served in 1814 and 1815 for the Bounty Land application of Elizabeth and Henry Hodges.
Hopes for a long leave to recover his health; finds a strong sentiment for General Joseph Lane in Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee; feels the influence of Stephen A. Douglas' friends will control the nomination.
Asks for 3 copies of the California Charts. Including one by "A. F. B." 1859 August 10
Ambrose will receive the balance due him shortly.
Discusses sentiment in New Jersey for Stephen A. Douglas and James Guthrie, and tactics for the Democratic Convention; comments on the North-South political crisis.
Expresses sympathy on death of Mr. David A. Bokee, prefers Stephen A. Douglas for President over "your candidate," but would be resigned if Mr. James Guthrie won.
Mr. Trevitt's claim for medical aid to American seamen while U.S. consul at Valparaiso, Chile has been disallowed.
Needs Washington's advice on whether to sell his claim.
Introduces Mr. Stephen P. Mirzan (?), who wants the position of Dragoman near the Sublime Port.
Has not received an acknowledgement of sending them a claim on Mr. Hurst (?).
Needs to know how the "present disturbed conditions" will affect the conducting of public business; received Washington's circular.
Discusses Mr. James Guthrie's chances with the Maryland delegation in light of his support of the iron and granite industries.
Discusses purchase of a building by the Post Office.
Discusses Victoria Angi's claim for land in the Lake Pepin Sioux Halfhreed tract.
Sends a letter from John Anderson.
Has had conversations with "high officials" on his usefulness in establishing a new government; discusses status of U.S. postal officials in the Confederacy; mentions Quintus (Washington?).
Inquiries about how to safely go to Washington, D.C. to settle with the Post Office Department; gives his views of the Civil War, and its possible outcomes.
Discusses sentiment toward the Civil War, and how to receive his back pay; needs help in getting a nephew home from St. James College in Maryland.
Form letter stating that his letter has been received, and his money referred for settlement.
Lists the stocks and bonds, mainly railroads and municipalities, in the package he is keeping for him; wants information on the iron-plated ship project for which bids were recently opened.
Discusses a building to be sold to the government.
Discusses papers on a certain building.
Invitation for dinner.
Owners of a certain building have a chance to rent the upper floors, so he needs to know if the government will buy it.
Has had no reply to his last two letters.
Inquires about Mr. Gerard's chances of being named consul; mentions his son, Charles.
Discusses some stock; inquires about the recipient's "banking business."
Discusses the stock in the "Central Park North and East River Rail Road Co.," which he purchased for Washington.
Thanks him for his picture.
Describes a bank charter that is for sale.
Discusses prospects of Hudson River Rail Road stock.
Fears previous letter of July 25 was lost, so summarizes its contents; enlistments are slow (in New York City), but better in other parts of the state.
Requests help for his son, Isaac B. Gaylord of Co. K, 10th Regiment, Wisconsin Volunteers, who was taken at Chickamauga, and who is a prisoner at Richmond, Virginia; his son also needs boots and blankets; if he (Peter Grayson Washington) cannot help, perhaps C. S. Drew or George Snelling can.
Plans to visit tomorrow, although it may tax the "Charlottesville transportation department."
Was architect of the Customs House at Charleston; requests assistance in getting a pardon for his service as a Colonel of Artillery in the Confederate Army. This letter was included with the letter listed below; Edward B. White, Charleston, South Carolina, to Colonel Peter Grayson Washington, July 14, 1866.
Requesting Washington's assistance in getting a pardon. This letter was included within the above letter; Edward B. White, Charleston, South Carolina, to James Guthrie, July 14, 1866.
Gives details of his application for pardon; mentions his wife and daughter.
Sends an assignment regarding money belonging to his orphaned nieces; asks for a list of the Texas bond or script owners.
Asks for copies of the Emigrant Bill.
Thanks him for the note of introduction for Corbit's mother-in-law, Mrs. Macleod, and her two nieces, who were afraid of being accused of smuggling after returning home from a Parisian education.
Hopes they can change their dinner engagement to Thursday, as he needs to see Mr. (Gouverneur) Kemble at Cold Spring on Wednesday.
Inquires about the steamboat Osmise [?] for Mr. Walsh.
Reminds him of Tyler's "Revenue Agent Case"; "after a pretty hard life, it gives me a chance to stand straight up"; reports that John Cadwallader is well.
Introduces Mr. Bowditch.
Discusses his family, especially Peter Grayson Washington and Quinton Washington; market has a good supply of fruits and vegetables; suggests newspapers for ads for the Medical College of Virginia.
Cannot lecture before the Athenaeum at the time suggested, because Bishop Johns will be away, so he must stay to attend the religious services at the College of William and Mary, and officiate at the church in town (Bruton Parish Church); would be able to lecture on Mental Philosophy in March.
Form letter informing Maupin of the awarding of an Exhibitor's Medal for his exhibit of Minerals at the 1851 Exhibition of the Works of all Nations in London; also signed by Peter Force.
Written in German.
Summary of Military Warrants issued to Lund Washington in 1838.
Discusses a resolution of the Faculty of the University in light of conversations between them during the disturbances in May; demands that he have the resolution rescinded.
Encloses descriptions of 17 men who deserted "last night," and asks that the list be forwarded to Lt. (?) Maupin, the recruiting officer at Raleigh, North Carolina; also asks for cartridges because he feels it will help morale if the guard has loaded arms. This letter was included with the letter listed below; T. M. R. Talcott, Head Quarters, 1st Engineers Regiment, January 21, 1864.
Ordering Lt. (?) Maupin to take steps to notify the proper officers about the deserters. This letter was included within the above letter; Peyton Randolph, Captain Commanding, Head Quarters, Camp (sic) Fort Gilmer, Virginia, to Lieutenant Colonel T. M. R. Talcott, Commanding 1st Engineer Regiment, January 21, 1864.
Thanks his brother for the overcoat; regiment has been guarding Yankee prisoners at Belle Isle, and will be detailed to escort the prisoners to Georgia; is tired of being near Richmond; needs shoes; saw Captain E[?] Grayson, whose son Willie is going to school "in town"; asks for a bottle of [?] for Captain S. T. S.[?].
Notification that much of his cotton has been stolen "since the occupation of this country by the Federal troops"; asks him to send someone to see the situation.
Introduces Richard W. Walker, who is visiting Virginia to find schools for his son and daughter; asks for the same attention to Walker's son as was shown his son, Charles.
Mentions his courses in classical studies; discusses Mr. Schele's[?] proposal that C. M. teach languages; refers to many (European?) and American professors; describes the organization of Prussian universities; mentions other University of Virginia students studying in Berlin, including Garnett, Hill, and Gallaher; American dislike of George Bancroft in Berlin; reaction to a divorce case in England involving the Prince of Wales (later Edward VII); arrival of "the Siamese twins"; discusses where in Europe to look for information on their family. Including Manuscript, undated, of notes on the Washington genealogy. 2 pages.
Describes a visit from Mr. John Barbee Minor, who wants detailed information on father's (Socrates Maupin) life; describes her cold; sends best wishes to other relatives.
The letters concern Lund Washington, his papers and his family Also includes 1 Autograph Letter Signed on the same subject from Worthington C. Ford, Brooklyn, New York, to Chapman Maupin, no place, 4 October 1891, enclosing a chart of the descendants of Lawrence Washington.
Deed to parcel of land, part of that taken up by their father, John Wahhis.
Appointment to survey lands in western Virginia, and agreement to give him a portion of those lands.
Agreement to sell land "on the street leading by the Swan tavern (commonly called the main street on Shockoe Hill, Richmond, Virginia), purchased from Dr. Philip Turpin with receipt for £l8O of the £200 purchase price. Witnessed by William Price, William] West, and Charles Blagrove.
Deed to parcel of land on main street on Shockoe Hill, Richmond, Virginia, "opposite the ... house of Daniel Call"; sold for £200 (Virginia money); witnesses: John S. Ellis, Robert Priddy, Morris Cosby, and John Allan; land is further described in relationship to Smith's "yellow house," the Swan tavern, "Harris the coach-maker's shop," and Alexander McRae's "carriage house."
This deed formerly belonged to Samuel Smith, late husband of Tabitha Smith Parish; lot further described in relationship to property of Alexander McRae, and Lewis M. Rivelain (sic) Rivalain.
A Court order dated April 13, 1812, from the General Court of Virginia to the Justices of the Peace in Kentucky, ordering examination of Rebecca Worsley and Tabitha Parish. Another is a certificate of examination, April 13, 1812.
The first suit was between Samuel W. Barrett and William Hylton, Senior, William Hylton, Junior, Mehitable Campbell, George Lawrence, Luke Tiernon; and the second was between Daniel L. Hylton, and William Foushee and Samuel W. Barrett, William Hylton senior and Miles King, to William Foushee, Richmond, Virginia. Deed to land and mill in Warwick County, Virginia, called "Rich-Neck Estate" for $15,000.00, with summary of payments and endorsements in Williamsburg and Warwick County courts.
Mortgage to part of Lot 7 in Petersburg, Virginia, with endorsements in courts in Richmond and Petersburg, Virginia.
Deed to land in Galveston County, Republic of Texas, with endorsements by Louisiana and Texas courts.
Notice that Luckett "of the Freshman Class" is dismissed honorably and without censure "at his Father's Request."
Sends description of percussion caps for small arms and has sent him fuses and caps.
Reports that none of the documents on North American Ethnology, which he requested from the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives, can be supplied by the Department of the Interior.
Sponsored by George Washington Bi-Centennial of Baltimore.
Clipped autographs include the following: J. R. Barret Noble S. Braden Benjamin S. Ewell James B. Fever(?) D. Funsten John Maclean T. F. Mayard William J. Robertston J. R. Rucker D. L. Swain Dawson S. Walker
Black and white photographic print.