Correspondence, 19 December 1802
Scope and Contents
Letter from John Preston, "Smithfield," Montgomery County, Virginia, to "brother" Francis Preston. Political discussion-including the possibility of Congressional redistricting of Botetourt and Montgomery counties, the disagreements between the Federalists and the Republicans, and how redistricting would affect John when elections come again; ironworks are shorthanded and he is willing to hire out seven "of my best negroe men"; wife has had the mumps and self has had a bout with rheumatism.
Dates
- Creation: 19 December 1802
Creator
- From the Collection: Preston Family (Family)
- From the Collection: Preston, Francis (Person)
- From the Collection: Preston, John, 1764-1827 (Person)
- From the Collection: Preston, William (Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 90.00 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository