William P. Nottingham, Northampton County, Virginia, to Dr. Robert M. Garrett, Williamsburg, Virginia, 1838 December 5
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents Believes that Yardley will sell for $9,000 in August at public sale; is eager to sell the house, as is Lauretta, as it seems to be depreciating; informs him that this year's rent will be paid in grain; mentions that Lauretta and Charlotte are in agreement as to the sale of the plantation next to Yardley; informs him of the death of William P. Custis, who has given his entire estate, worth $80,000 to $100,000 to his widow.
Dates
- Creation: 1838 December 5
Creator
- From the Collection: Garrett, Robert M., 1807-1885 (Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 2.00 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository