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William Douglass, Providence Forge, Virginia to Francis Jerdone, Louisa County, Virginia, 1783 December 23

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 2
Identifier: id177834

Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Has been saddened by the illness of his two children and the death of his Aunt Jerdone; refers again to the business problems of Mr. Holt; reminds him of needed materials; suggests hiring "Negroes" for building; asks advice on a pair of geldings; P.S. has sent oysters and fish and asked Bearer to go to Fredericksburg to gather information on a "Ben" who was never apprehended.

Dates

  • Creation: 1783 December 23

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

Conditions Governing Access:

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Extent

From the Collection: 9.70 Linear Feet

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository

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