[Peyton Short], Lexington, [Ky.], to J. Forbes and Co., [Mobile, Ala.?], 1811 August
Scope and Contents
Recently learned from Francis Scott Key, a lawyer in Washington, [D.C.], that Gen. James Wilkinson, who Key was prosecuting on his behalf, has assigned all his property to trustees for the benefit of his creditors; learned from his statement that he possessed an island off Mobile Bay; would like to learn more of it, as to name, value, quality of soil, etc.; will be travelling on Mississippi River this autumn; may visit your quarter.
Dates
- Creation: 1811 August
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