J. Lee to James Clarke, 1814 October 5

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J. Lee to James Clarke, 1814 October 5

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Scope and Contents

A letter, dated October 5, 1814, from James Lee to James Clarke in Norfolk, Virginia. Lee apologizes for failing to answer Clarke’s previous letters because of a “long and painful indisposition.” He refers to the death of a young woman, Eliza, who may have been Clarke’s girlfriend. Lee writes of his lack of money because “Dunfey” has been able to collect little tax money for the 65th regiment. He writes that “Hadgron” has been chosen to administer a Mr. Caradin’s estate. There is also a reference to “Campbell,” who “was sent to the Penetentiary for 5 years.” Lee says he and Louisa are to be married on October 22.

Dates

Creation: 1814 October 5

Creator

From the Collection: Ludwell Paradise, Lucy (Person)
From the Collection: Lee, James (Person)
From the Collection: Lee, Philip Ludwell (Person)
From the Collection: Slater, Virginia Helena Lee (Person)

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