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George Washington, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Mr. Whiting,, 1791 September 4

 Item — Box: 7, Folder: 2
Identifier: id137889

Scope and Contents

Discusses the weather; fears that all the crops may be in short supply at Doguerun; crop rotation is the only way to restore a crop "to any degree of fertility;" wonders if the white wheat sown in 1788 is the one he [Whiting] now condemns; asks Whiting to make sure the Doguerun meadow is "well grubbed -- cleansed -- and broke up...before the weather becomes too cold and wet;" says Mr. Ball should continue his work in order mentioned; wonders if he [Whiting] has "heard of the missing horse yet." 4 pp. Cy of ALS.

Dates

  • Creation: 1791 September 4

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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Extent

From the Collection: 6.00 Linear Feet : 17th and early 18th century materials are photocopies.

Repository Details

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