William Short, New York, [New York], to his brother Peyton Short, Lexington, Kentucky, 1804 October 15
Scope and Contents
Discusses suit against Carneal for breach of contract and contract law; mention of Paskie land; reiterates advice to send sons to schools in Atlantic States, and soon; discusses a loan; please send mail to Philadelphia, where agent will always know whereabouts; have not heard from Ridgely or Wilkins since last visited, but heard from sister Wilkins that Ridgely is now a farmer and Wilkins is a merchant in Lexington; has not heard of John Edmonds since his marriage; has sent engravings for brother and sisters.
Dates
- Creation: 1804 October 15
Creator
- From the Collection: Short, William (1759-1849) (Person)
- From the Collection: Short, Peyton, 1761-1825 (Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 0.20 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository